2026 Connecticut Swimming Short Course Senior Championships

Mario Francisco Sobrinho

2026 Connecticut Swimming Short Course Senior Championships

Location: Wesleyan University – Freeman Athletic Building
161 Cross Street, Middletown, CT 06457
Dates: March 5–8, 2026

This document highlights the most important information parents need to know. Please read carefully and keep for reference.

Meet Overview

  • USA Swimming & Connecticut Swimming sanctioned championship meet

  • Open to Connecticut LSC swimmers only who meet qualifying time standards

  • All swimmers must be 2026 USA Swimming registered (no FLEX memberships)

Important Dates & Deadlines

  • Entry Deadline: Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 – 6:00 PM

  • Late Qualifier Deadline: Sunday, March 1, 2026 – 11:59 PM

  • Correction Deadline: Monday, March 2, 2026 – 5:00 PM

  • Scratch Deadlines: Daily at 5:30 PM for the following day’s events

  • Distance Event Check-In:

    • Thursday distance events: No check-in required

    • Sunday distance events (1000/1650): Required by posted deadlines

Missing deadlines may result in scratches, fines, or removal from events.

Session Schedule (Subject to Change)

Prelims (Fri–Sun):

  • Warm-up: 6:30 AM

  • Start: 8:30 AM

Finals (Thu–Sun):

  • Warm-up: 3:30 PM

  • Start: 5:00 PM

Distance events may occur outside standard sessions.

Entry Limits

  • Maximum 3 individual events per day

  • Maximum 9 individual events for the meet

  • Bonus events allowed under specific rules (coach managed)

Fees (Typical)

  • Individual Event: $15

  • Team Fee $15.00 per swimmer

  • Relay: $24

  • Time Trial: $20 (individual)

Additional fees may apply for late changes, corrections, or deck entries.

Scratch Rules (Very Important)

Failure to scratch properly can result in:

  • Being barred from remaining events that day

  • Removal from future events

  • Possible fines or meet disqualification

Parents should always notify the coach immediately if a swimmer cannot attend a session.

Distance Events (400 IM, 500, 1000, 1650)

  • Some distance events require positive check-in

  • Swimmers must provide their own timers and counters (except finals)

Relays

  • Relay participation requires positive check-in

  • Relay-only swimmers are limited (coach assigned)

  • Relays are swum during evening finals

Facility & Spectator Information

  • Limited spectator seating

  • No folding chairs allowed

  • Swimmers must change only in locker rooms

  • No shaving on premises

  • Cell phones not permitted in locker rooms or changing areas

  • Parking only in designated spaces (towing enforced)

  • Meet will not be livestreamed

Athlete Conduct & Safety

  • Coaches must be present on deck

  • Athletes must follow USA Swimming Safe Sport rules

  • Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in removal from the meet

Awards & Scoring

  • Medals for 1st–3rd place

  • Individual and team high-point awards

  • Team scores tracked for Men, Women, and Combined teams

What Parents Can Do to Help

  • Ensure you are ready to volunteer. 

  • Ensure swimmer arrives on time for warm-ups

  • Communicate absences early

  • Help swimmers stay hydrated and fueled

  • Be patient—championship meets are long days

If you have any questions, please contact your coach directly. Additional meet details are available in the official meet announcement.

Thank you for your support and good luck to all swimmers!