Masters Swimming competitions rely largely on volunteers to run events. Each club and district competition will require a minimum of 18 officials (for an 8 lane pool). The annual British short course championships in Sheffield needs 60 individuals.
The principal role of officials are:
- Chief Timekeeper
- Timekeeper
- Starter
- Chief Inspector of Turns
- Inspector of Turns
- Judge of Stroke
- Referee
- Control Room Supervisor
- Announcer
Black Country n Potteries Masters Swimming Club recognise and value officials. The club acknowledge their voluntary contribution to Masters swimming. To demonstrate this regard BCPM charges officials £0 for membership to the club.
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