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Team USA in Sweden by Craig Keller 
 

I am incredibly honored to have been a part of the XIII FINA World Championships; it was an experience I'll never forget. The level of competition was extremely high - making it a great spectator's event - and the sense of national pride was inspiring. Furthermore, it was a remarkable opportunity being surrounded by internationally accomplished athletes who competed with a pure love for the sport of swimming.

U.S. Masters Swimming brought a team of over 200 athletes from all across the country to compete in the 2010 World Championships in Goteborg, Sweden. At the conclusion of the meet, U.S. Swimmers had amassed 287 medals: 34 Gold, 31 Silver, 26 Bronze and 196 4-10th place honors. The team also set 8 World Records and 16 World Championship Records while in Sweden.

Despite coming from various Masters programs across the U.S., the athletes quickly unified themselves and cultivated a strong team atmosphere. The camaraderie and a support system they developed was undoubtedly an integral component of our team's success. I am proud to have represented the United States, as well as participated in Masters swimming on the international stage.  [Photos]

 

Emergency Swimsuit Ruling
Prior Important Notice: USMS December 2009 Swimsuit Ruling PDF

 Chlorine Chronicles -March 2010
 

Sun Nov 8 Metro LMSC Annual Meeting Minutes PDF

2010 Metro FAQ's in PDF
Proof Of Insurance for USMS Teams - located on the Metro Insurance Page

2008-2009 Projected Metropolitan LMSC Budget PDF

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About Us

United States Masters Swimming (USMS) is an organized program of swimming for adults which has nearly 43,000 members, a few of whom are in their 90's and even 100's, but anyone 18 or over can join.  It is not necessary to have previous experience in competitive swimming. USMS, Inc. is the National Governing Board which provides the administrative structure for Masters swimming.

The country is divided into eight regional zones comprised of smaller groups called Local Masters Swimming Committees (LMSC). LMSC's in turn are composed of smaller groups (clubs or teams and unaffiliated swimmers). Metropolitan LMSC, Inc. is a part of the Colonies Zone

As an individual, you may choose to join a team or club and enjoy the camaraderie and structure of the group. Competition is optional. Only 35% or so of Masters swimmers compete in swimming meets on a regular basis.

For those who are serious competitors, there are an incredible number of opportunities to test your skill and conditioning.  Pool meets, lake and ocean open water swims, postal meets, special events and international championships are all part of an ambitious program of Masters swimming.

Masters swimming in New York City, Long Island and the Lower Hudson Valley (which includes Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester Counties) is governed by the Metropolitan LMSC which itself has over 1,700 members on almost 3 dozen teams.