Officials Training

Hi Stingrays, Have you always wanted to watch a meet from the pool deck?  Becoming a swim official gets you the best view at a swim meet. The Ladner Stingrays will be hosting two clinics to train officials.  Even if you have already done the clinic it is a good idea to come out and get a refresher.

Referees  The referee has the overall authority and responsibility for seeing that the competition complies with all of the appropriate rules and regulations. The referee resolves all questions related to the conduct of the swim meet and reviews any disqualifications. To train as a referee, an individual must first have been certified as a starter for

Attend this training clinic to learn the role of Stroke and Turn official.  Once you have attended the clinic you will apprentice under the guidance of a certified stroke and turn official. The stroke judge ensures compliance with the rules pertaining to the mechanics of the swim such as the arm stroke and kick.  The