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National Federation of StateHigh School Associations

2013-14Swimming and Diving

Rules ChangesMajor Editorial Changes

Points of Emphasis



Rules Changes

Starting PlatformsRule 2-7-2b

Track-style starting blocks with wedges are permitted

UniformsRule 3-3-3, Penalties

The penalty for wearing a swimsuit that is not compliant with Rule 3-3-3 has been reduced in its severity A swimmer violating the rule who is observed

after the start of the race is now disqualified at the completion of the heat The field is no longer directed to “step down”

while the offending swimmer is disqualified prior to the race being swum If violation is detected prior to the start of the

heat, the swimmer must make the suit/cap legal OR be disqualified and not swim

Electronic DevicesRules 3-5 and 4-1-6

Team personnel may use electronic devices to transmit or record information pertaining to a competitor’s performance

• Smartphones• Electronic notebooks• Video cameras• Etc.

When using such devices, the location shall not interfere with the administration of the meet

• Determined by the meet referee• Meet referee may consult with host management

Electronic DevicesRules 3-5 and 4-1-6

Electronic devices shall not be used to transmit information to the competitor(s) during the race or dive Individual state association may have policies in

place to further address the use of electronic devices Electronic devices shall not be used to verify or

review an official’s decision The penalty for violation of the properly-permitted

use is:• Disqualification of competitor from further

participation/coaching in the remainder of the meet

Breaststroke/Butterfly Kick, Start and Turn

Rule 8-2-2c The technical rule for the use of the butterfly

kick on the start and/or turn has become more practical Anytime before the breaststroke kick on the

start or turn, a single butterfly kick is permitted No movement/separation of hands is required

prior to the butterfly kick The arm stroke must precede the

breaststroke kick (stroke cycle – see 8-2-2-c-2) at the start, at all turns, and throughout the race

Unsatisfactory DiveRule 9-7-4e

Dive is unsatisfactory if the diver:• Does not hold the straight position until the

body is horizontal to the water on any flying one somersault dive

or• Does not hold the straight position until the

body is perpendicular to the water on any flying 1 ½ somersault dive




Major Editorial Changes

Other Editorial Changes 3-3-4 NOTE The accommodations should not

fundamentally alter the sport, allow an otherwise illegal piece of equipment, create heighten risk…

4-2-1 The referee’s authority begins as he/she is available on deck, which shall be at least 30 minutes before the meet,…

9-5-4 The back/inward takeoff is permitted only for back inward groups and back and inward twisting dives.




Points of Emphasis

General Supervision and Coaching

With the introduction of the track-style starting platforms, this is a reminder to coaches of their responsibility to institute appropriate training protocols, educate the competitors on the proper use of new and existing blocks, and supervise as competitors become acclimated with the new blocks.

The coaches are the primary school contact with the student athlete and, as such, must educate, train and supervise all aspects of practice (including dry lands) and competition to minimize the inherent risks of injury related to the student’s participation in swimming and diving.

Officials must carefully check the installation and safety of each block prior to the start of competition.

Uniforms – FINA MarkRule 3-3-2 NOTE

Many suits on the market meet the FINA requirements and, therefore, have the FINA logo and/or individual barcode on the suit

This mark is not considered a manufacturer’s logo nor a form of advertising

There is no specific location required by NFHS rules The FINA mark applies only to the design and

construction

Medical AccommodationRule 3-3-4 NOTE

There may be times when the athletes may need to use an atomizer/inhaler Under Rule 3-3-4 NOTE,

each state association shall address such a request utilizing the policies and procedures the association has in place

Referee’s AuthorityRules 4-1-4,5 and 4-2-1

Head official and responsible for:• Making decisions on matters not specifically

covered by the rules• Setting aside application of a rule during a meet if

necessary• Ordering a race re-swum when there is obvious

unfairness Retains clerical authority over contest through

completion of any reports, including those dealing with a disqualification due to actions during the meet Authority begins as referee is available on deck,

at least 30 minutes before meet

Breaststroke Starts/Turns

NFHS Rule 8-2-2c was changed to permit a single butterfly kick following the start or turn at any time prior to the normal breaststroke kick.

This kick may occur before the competitor initiates his/her first arm stroke.

If the butterfly kick is used prior to the initial arm stroke, a second butterfly kick during, or at the completion of, the first arm stroke would result in a disqualification.

The arm stroke must precede the breaststroke kick throughout the race (stroke cycle).

Backstroke TurnRule 8-2-1

One requirement of the turn is that some part of the swimmer’s body contact the end wall Should the swimmer miss the wall during the

turn, it is legal to scull back to make contact with the wall then continue on; the swimmer must remain on the back while sculling

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Electronic DevicesElectronic devices, such as computers, notebooks and smartphones, may be used not only to record a competitor’s performance, but as a coaching aid other than while the competitor is swimming or diving.

The information may be presented to the athlete prior to the competitor’s next race or dive.

Attaching a camera to the competitor during their race or dive is not permitted.

Team personnel using electronic devices shall not interfere with the responsibilities of officials or other deck personnel.

Do not approach an official to contest/protest a call based on the recorded information.

Manufacturer’s Logo on Suits

FINA-approved suits continue to meet the NFHS requirements of Rule 3-3-3.

The FINA mark/barcode is NOT deemed to be a logo.

However, some suit models do contain two manufacturer’s logos.

These suits are NOT legal.

Manufacturers may be moving the FINA mark/barcode to a location on the inside of the suit; this is permissible.

The coach should verify NFHS compliance of all suits worn by the competitors.

This includes all logo requirements, e.g. size, included in Rule 3-3-3.

Taping/BracesNFHS Rule 3-3-4 regarding the use of devices that aid the competitor and use of tape is unchanged.

Other than tape on the wrist of a diver, the use of tape must be associated with a documented medical condition and requires the signed statement of a health care professional (HCP). There are no restrictions on the type of tape which may be used.

If an injury occurs during the meet (i.e. a cut or sprained ankle) and an HCP is not available, the coach can provide the required documentation to the referee.

The use of braces is subject to state association authorization as has been the procedure.

NFHS Swimming and Diving Publications

The Rules Book, Scorebook and other swimming and diving materials can be ordered:

• online at www.nfhs.com• by calling 1-800-776-3462

Swimming and Diving Officials’ Guidelines Manuals

The revised manuals are available August 1 on the following Web site locations:

http://www.nfhs.org/Swimming/https://nfhs-swimming-diving.arbitersports.com/front/105415/Site

NFHS Water Polo Resources The NFHS Water Polo rules are included in the 2013-

14 Swimming and Diving/Water Polo Rules Book Additional resources for water polo are located at:

http://www.nfhs.org/WaterPolo/https://nfhs-swimming-

diving.arbitersports.com/front/105415/Site/Area/Water-Polo-Information

Resources include:• Case Book/Situations• Full listing of the Points of Emphasis • Sample exclusion form• Scoresheet

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