Meet Format & State Qualifiers
A state swimming meet will be held in the 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A classifications, with 1A &2A participating schools competing in the 3A classification.
The 3A State Meet will be under a one-day, Timed Finals format, with a break between the two sessions.
A state swimming meet will be held in the 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A classifications, with 1A &2A participating schools competing in the 3A classification.
The 3A State Meet will be under a one-day, Timed Finals format, with a break between the two sessions.
The top two swimmers in individual events at region championship meets automatically qualify for the state meet. The remaining qualifiers are based on the best verifiable times from qualifying or region meets to a total of 24 per individual event. The top relay in each relay event at region championship meets automatically qualify for the state meet. The remaining qualifiers will be based on the best verifiable times from the top 50 list or the region championship meets to a total of 16 relays. NFHS Championship Meet Entry Rules apply.
Admission to State Meets: Prices for admission are $10.00 for adults
and $5.00 for students per session. Children 5 and under are free. Because of limited seating, there will
be no advance ticket sales and reserved seating is not available. Patrons who purchase tickets should
proceed directly to the pool and enter as soon as the doors open, which is 1 hour before the start of
each session. Ticket sales will stop when the venue is full –
early and then leave expecting to return later are not guaranteed admission and will not be admitted if
therefore, patrons who purchase tickets
the venue is full
. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Patrons are not allowed to save seats. The
facility will be cleared after each session. A separate ticket must be purchased for each classification
session. Only ticketed patrons will be allowed admission to the balcony for seating.
Tickets can be
purchased at the BYU Smith Fieldhouse Ticket Office. The Smith Fieldhouse is found across the quad from the Richards Building Pool and the ticket booth is on the north side of the building. Spectators should purchase a ticket at the Smith Fieldhouse before standing in line at the Richards Building to enter the balcony
.
Limited Parking & Spectator Seating
Swim Spectator Parking is in Lot 37, north of the Indoor Practice Facility (west of the football practice fields). Overflow parking is in Lot 45, west of the football stadium. BYU is in session on Thursday and Friday so make sure to adhere to all parking restrictions.
Spectators should arrive early because seating is extremely limited (only about 1100 seats available).
A live video feed will be provided so patrons can watch the meet for free in Room 267. Once the balcony is full, the Utah Fire Code prevents us from seating any additional spectators. In the case of a sell-out, there will be a stand by line on the 2nd floor of the Richards Building, by the spectator entrance.
Patrons will be admitted if space becomes available inside of the venue.
Where to Pick-Up the School Team Packets with Deck Passes
Schools can pick-up their team packet, containing the deck passes, either at the UHSAA office on the Wednesday prior (199 E. 7200 So.) or at BYU on the day of the meet. Passes will be issued only to those on the state roster as submitted and verified by the State Meet Director. Schools only get (3) deck passes for coaches or managers.
• Coaches should email the names of volunteer timers to Robyn Peterson at uhsstateswimtimer@yahoo.com .A confirmation email will be sent to the coach. We appreciate your help in filling all spots needed.
Timers must be over the age of 12.
Limited Parking & Spectator Seating
Swim Spectator Parking is in Lot 37, north of the Indoor Practice Facility (west of the football practice fields). Overflow parking is in Lot 45, west of the football stadium. BYU is in session on Thursday and Friday so make sure to adhere to all parking restrictions.
Spectators should arrive early because seating is extremely limited (only about 1100 seats available).
A live video feed will be provided so patrons can watch the meet for free in Room 267. Once the balcony is full, the Utah Fire Code prevents us from seating any additional spectators. In the case of a sell-out, there will be a stand by line on the 2nd floor of the Richards Building, by the spectator entrance.
Patrons will be admitted if space becomes available inside of the venue.
Where to Pick-Up the School Team Packets with Deck Passes
Schools can pick-up their team packet, containing the deck passes, either at the UHSAA office on the Wednesday prior (199 E. 7200 So.) or at BYU on the day of the meet. Passes will be issued only to those on the state roster as submitted and verified by the State Meet Director. Schools only get (3) deck passes for coaches or managers.
• Coaches should email the names of volunteer timers to Robyn Peterson at uhsstateswimtimer@yahoo.com .A confirmation email will be sent to the coach. We appreciate your help in filling all spots needed.
Timers must be over the age of 12.
Passes Required for Admission to the DeckIf the deck is cleared and approval is given, (4A-5A-6A) teams can enter the deck 75 minutes prior to the start
of the meet; 90 minutes prior for 3A.Admittance to the deck requires a deck pass and picture I.D. for everyone. BYU ushers will be seated by the locker rooms and will ask to see a deck pass and photo I.D. (i.e. driver’s license, activity card) when entering the deck area. Deck passes will be generated from the state qualifying list. Schools only get (3) deck passes for coaches or managers.PARENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE DECK TO PHOTOGRAPH PARTICIPANTS! Any photographers from a school MUST have a UHSAA Media Pass. This pass may be obtained from a school’s athletic director. NO PASS, NO DECK!
Bus Drop-Off & Team Pick-up
Buses will NOT be permitted to pull around in front of the Richards Building. Drivers must follow the route identified on the map posted on the Swim page and drop teams off in front of the “Indoor Practice Field” (see star on map). Buses will only be allowed to park in the lot west of the stadium (LOT 45). Following the meet, coaches should call their bus driver on their cell phones for pickup.
State Meet Guidelines
of the meet; 90 minutes prior for 3A.Admittance to the deck requires a deck pass and picture I.D. for everyone. BYU ushers will be seated by the locker rooms and will ask to see a deck pass and photo I.D. (i.e. driver’s license, activity card) when entering the deck area. Deck passes will be generated from the state qualifying list. Schools only get (3) deck passes for coaches or managers.PARENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE DECK TO PHOTOGRAPH PARTICIPANTS! Any photographers from a school MUST have a UHSAA Media Pass. This pass may be obtained from a school’s athletic director. NO PASS, NO DECK!
Bus Drop-Off & Team Pick-up
Buses will NOT be permitted to pull around in front of the Richards Building. Drivers must follow the route identified on the map posted on the Swim page and drop teams off in front of the “Indoor Practice Field” (see star on map). Buses will only be allowed to park in the lot west of the stadium (LOT 45). Following the meet, coaches should call their bus driver on their cell phones for pickup.
State Meet Guidelines
- There are no diving starts allowed in the warm down pool, this pool is for feet first entry only.
- Participants must bring their own towels. Dressing room attendants will patrol the locker areas to
help us take good care of the facilities. - No glass containers will be allowed on deck. Only bottled liquids in plastic containers will be
allowed on deck. - Based on OSHA blood born pathogen regulations, there will be no head or body shaving allowed in
dressing and shower areas. All shaving must be done prior to arrival at the meet site. - Coaches, please be judicious in ensuring that your swimmers do not abuse our privileges while on the
university campus. Do not allow your swimmers to wander the building or grounds unsupervised. - Participants, spectators and fans must adhere to the UHSAA State Event Guidelines as outlined in the UHSAA Handbook (page 56). Part of the restrictions at state swim meets include no artificial noisemakers, air horns, bull horns, megaphones
- Banners, hand-held signs and balloons are NOT allowed at State (See UHSAA Handbook).