IM Xtreme GamesNational Age Group

Championship

Dream the Xtreme

What are the IMX Games?

An Age Group National Championship Builds upon the USA Swimming’s IMX Challenge Promotes versatility in age group swimming Advocates greater participation and development across

a range of events Enables long-term success in swimming

Challenges in Age Group Swimming Perception of pushing age group swimmers too

early Retaining 11-12 to 16 yr. olds in the sport Better developing high school age boys in the

sport Junior Nationals identifies approx. 500 boys in

the country More choices for children in youth sports Trend for activities to go year round

Why do it?

Create an anchor or tool to target club level programs

Changes the approach of communication from pushing the coaches for information to pulling them to an identifiable target

Goals and Objectives

Target 11-15 Girls

Target 12-16 Boys

Make the Meet an Event

Develop the complete

meet

Create regional

locations

Re-shape Goal Setting

Award single age groups

Promote overall

development

Dream the Xtreme

Meet Structure

Meet EventsIMX Events

ScoringPower Points

Length of Meet3 – 2.5 – 2 Days?

Meet FormatTimed Finals – P/F

FacilityTwo 25y Pools

Travel Distance

Meet Concepts

Selection Process Qualifying minimum

IMX score Qualification period Develop Median score

to qualify for all four zones (see spreadsheets)

Single age groups

Sites – 4 Zones

Selection Process

Qualification Period: Previous SC and LC Season

Standards for SCY & LCM based off of current 100th IMX place score in the 4 zones

SCY Qualifying standards: Girls 11-12 2800 pts 13 + 3100 pts

Boys 11-12: 2600 pts 13 + 2900 pts

Competition: Potential Dates

Where does it fit best? Is it feasible for to schedule as not to

interfere with LSC championship meets

October November December January

Target Date, USA Swimming Support, Market

Create a budget to present 2008

Market at LSC Levels 2008

Finalize Funding – seek meet hosts 2008

Unveil project 2009

Refine format 2007

Gather Feedback 2007

Present the concept 2007 at USAS

FAQ’s

How does an athlete qualify who has age up in mid-season?

Add answer here…..

When is the last date for age ups?

How will this affect the 10 & Under athlete?

Will parents push to hard for their athletes to qualify for this event?

There are too many championship meets already. Where do we put it?

Why should kids travel?

FAQ’s

Is there a need for a national championship for Age Group Swimming?

Who is in charge of this meet?

How is this going to be funded?

Is there a stipend for meet hosts to help with expenses?

Not enough of my team qualifies for the meet. Why should we go?

Will the meet size be adjusted in the 4 Zones?

FAQ’s

What happens if my swimmers qualifies in SC & LC. Is there a preference?