Relay 2024: Full Schedule

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6:30am CDT

Continental Breakfast - Community Networking

Saturday October 19, 2024 6:30am - 8:00am CDT

Please note the appropriate time zone: 6:30 –8:00 AM CT*

Informal networking opportunities available during breakfast. Signs with table hosts will be on certain tables; other tables will be blank for those who prefer that.

Saturday October 19, 2024 6:30am - 8:00am CDT
Sam Houston I & II

Hospitality

7:30am CDT

USMS Marketing for Clubs & LMSCs

Saturday October 19, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am CDT

Please note the appropriate time zone: 7:30 –8:00 AM CT*

Describe USMS marketing initiatives and tools, including Try Masters Swimming, Club Finder, Calendar of Events, and club, coach and event development resources.

Jay Eckert, Kyle Deery, Bill Brenner

Saturday October 19, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am CDT

Building Community

7:30am CDT

USMS 101 for New Volunteers

Saturday October 19, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am CDT

Please note the appropriate time zone: 7:30 –8:00 AM CT*

Overview of USMS's guiding principles, strategic priorities, and local and national volunteer opportunities.

Doug Garcia, Kenny Brisbin

Saturday October 19, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am CDT

New Volunteers

8:00am CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 8:00am - 8:15am CDT

Break

8:15am CDT

Relay & National Coaches Clinic Kick-Off

Saturday October 19, 2024 8:15am - 8:45am CDT

Ballroom A and B

Please note the appropriate time zone: 8:15 –8:45 AM CT*

Welcome and official commencement of Relay 2024.

Saturday October 19, 2024 8:15am - 8:45am CDT
Ballroom A and B

All Attendees

8:45am CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 8:45am - 9:00am CDT

Break

9:00am CDT

Community via Competition

Saturday October 19, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 9:00– 10:15 AM CT*

Discuss how pool meets, open water events, virtual national championships, and informal competition during workouts or elsewhere can help build community.

Karyn Austin (SWAG), Ed Tzusuki (NJ), Bob Bruce (OR).

Saturday October 19, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am CDT
TBA

Building Community

9:00am CDT

Leadership Skills Workshop

Saturday October 19, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 9:00– 10:15 AM CT*

Best practices for LMSC and club leaders. Creating a vision, structure, operating plan, and succession plan. Running meetings, making decisions, resolving conflicts, and managing the "nuts & bolts" of your organization.

Ian King (large LMSC), Doug Garcia (medium LMSC), Ann Marshfield (small LMSC)

Saturday October 19, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am CDT
TBA

Volunteer Leadership

10:15am CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am CDT

Break

10:30am CDT

Bridging the Generation Gap

Saturday October 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 10:30– 11:45 AM CT*

The past, present and future of USMS - College Club Swimming collaboration, including combined events, bridge memberships, and potential benefits to both organizations.

Jason Weis, Maddie Sibilia, Onshalee Promchitmart, CCS Adv Bd member David Chen ('24), and URI Swim Club President Casey McQuesten ('25).

Saturday October 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am CDT
TBA

Building Community

10:30am CDT

Volunteer Engagement

Saturday October 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 10:30– 11:45 AM CT*

Tips and best practices for recruiting, engaging, and retaining volunteers.

Tom Moore (MN), John King (Pacific).

Saturday October 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am CDT
TBA

Volunteer Leadership

11:45am CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 11:45am - 12:00pm CDT

Break

12:00pm CDT

Lunch and Keynote Speaker

Saturday October 19, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT

Ballroom A and B

Please note the appropriate time zone: noon– 1:30 PM CT*

Saturday October 19, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Ballroom A and B

All Attendees

1:30pm CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 1:30pm - 1:45pm CDT

Break

1:45pm CDT

Charity Events Roundtable

Saturday October 19, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 1:45– 3:00 PM CT*

Discussion and examples of the power of charitable causes, how charity swim events can build community, and why swimmers, governance leaders, and clubs benefit from hosting, supporting, and participating in charity events.

USA Swimming Foundation: Elaine Calip
Swim Across America: Rob Butcher
Charity swims benefiting veterans: Stephen Brown

Saturday October 19, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
TBA

Building Community

1:45pm CDT

Social Media for Clubs & LMSCs

Saturday October 19, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 1:45– 3:00 PM CT*

Best practices for leveraging social media --- Facebook, Instagram, X, Tik Tok --- to build community and target specific types of current and prospective Masters swimmers.

Rendy Opdycke, Caitlyn Gagnon, Kysa Crusco.

Saturday October 19, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
TBA

Volunteer Leadership

3:00pm CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 3:00pm - 3:15pm CDT

Break

3:15pm CDT

Community via Fitness & Education

Saturday October 19, 2024 3:15pm - 4:30pm CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 3:15– 4:30 PM CT*

How non-competitive events can help build community --- e.g., socials, dryland and non-swimming workouts, ALTS and "Bridge to Masters" programs, USMS Education Weekend courses and clinics, USMS resources for independent swimmers.

Bill Brenner, Charlotte Brynn, Brandi Bashor, Del Grant & Abby Dickson.

Saturday October 19, 2024 3:15pm - 4:30pm CDT
TBA

Building Community

3:15pm CDT

Diversity and Inclusion: Practical Tips

Saturday October 19, 2024 3:15pm - 4:30pm CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 3:15– 4:30 PM CT*

Practical tips for how LMSC can incorporate diversity & inclusion best practices into governance processes, clubs & workout groups, events, meetings, and volunteer opportunities.

Jeff Commings

Saturday October 19, 2024 3:15pm - 4:30pm CDT
TBA

Volunteer Leadership

4:30pm CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 4:30pm - 4:45pm CDT

Break

4:45pm CDT

Volunteer Roles Meet-up

Saturday October 19, 2024 4:45pm - 5:45pm CDT

TBA

Please note the appropriate time zone: 4:45– 5:45 AM CT*

Brief, rotating informational sessions stimulating discussion about LMSC, national committee, and BOD roles.

Ian King

Saturday October 19, 2024 4:45pm - 5:45pm CDT
TBA

All Attendees

5:45pm CDT

Break

Saturday October 19, 2024 5:45pm - 6:30pm CDT

Break

6:30pm CDT

Dinner – Let’s Get Spooky! (Costumes Optional)

Saturday October 19, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm CDT

CK's in the Hotel

Please note the appropriate time zone: 6:30– 8:00 PM CT*

Join us for a dinner filled with all the spirits, Saturday, 6:30pm - 8:00pm CT at CK's restaurant at the hotel. Wearing a costume is optional, but highly encouraged as attendees will be able to vote for the best costumes!

Saturday October 19, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm CDT
CK's in the Hotel

Hospitality

9:30pm CDT

USMS After Hours: Karaoke and Chill

Saturday October 19, 2024 9:30pm - 11:30pm CDT

CK's in the Hotel

Can we sing as well as we can swim? Find out at our Saturday evening Karaoke Social. All participants of Relay and the NCC are encouraged to attend, whether you plan to sing a song or not.

Kick back with your new USMS friends, wind down from the day’s activities, and cheer on your fellow masters as they showcase their singing skills.

Saturday October 19, 2024 9:30pm - 11:30pm CDT
CK's in the Hotel

All Attendees