All, I want to take a minute to clarify what NWAL has issued as far as recommendations for this season. Please understand that these are recommendations and not mandates. Each individual team is responsible for working with their respective HOA or pool owner to decide what is required at their facility and what makes their families that choose to swim this season feel safe while participating in the season.  The teams in the divisions are responsible for working together to ensure all are in agreement during the meets of what will be required.

NWAL put together the recommendations in February based on state and local mandates that were in place at the time. It was stated then that changing circumstances could and would happen as the year progressed. It is up to the individual teams and divisions to decide what will be mandated and enforced at your team practices and swim meets. The recommendations were given to help teams understand what we consider best practices for keeping our swimmers and families safe during this pandemic.

So again, as it states in the title, these are recommendations, not mandates. Please work with your facilities and your team families to determine what is best for your team.

Thank you,

Olen Walton

President – North West Aquatic League