Greetings All,

My name is Pete Naldoza and I am the current Officials Chair for MTAC. I am providing some general information about becoming a swim official for you to peruse. If this sparks your interest, I'll be happy to answer any questions. Feel free to email me. 

If you want to officiate, plan on getting wet. In return, you'll get a front row seat to all action and you’ll also be working with some of the greatest volunteers in any sport.   Our team relies on volunteers and it is people like you who make our team the best in the area.  

To become an official, you'll need to register with USA Swimming as a non-athlete. MTAC will reimburse your fee after successful completion of your training. Because of the times we live in, you will need to provide information for a background check and also view a video. I will provide details for those who are genuinely interested on an individual basis. 

You'll also take an open book test - yes, open book test - via the USA swim website. You’ll need a rule book, there is an online version that you can use, if you prefer the actual booklet, I’ll get you one – don’t sweat this detail please.

In the meantime, you will need proper attire: white polo shirt and blue bottoms – slacks, shorts, skirt; white/black tennis shoes. Not the white tennis shoes that you do yard work in - please.

Since you are volunteering your time, MTAC gives volunteer credit hours for every meet you work - every meet! Home meets – 5 hours; Away meets – 2 hours; High School and Middle School Meets- 2 hours PER SESSION!!!!