Invitionals 101
INVITATIONAL SCHEDULE
| Event | Dates (see calendar for actual date) | Fees | Location | Type |
| Walnut Creek All City Meet | End of June | Paid by LIV | Heather Farms | Sign-up |
| Blackhawk Last Chance Meet | July | YES | Blackhawk Country Club | Sign-up |
| County Meet | August - end of season | NO | Acalanes High School | Only for swimmers with qualifying times |
INVITATIONAL OVERVIEW
Walnut Creek All City Meet- Heather Farms: a 2-day invitational where swimmers get to compete against all the teams in Walnut Creek.
Blackhawk Last Chance Meet - Blackhawk County Club: This meet often comes after the DCSL League meet (except in 2024) and before the County meet. It is considered a last chance meet if your swimmer is trying to make a county time and also a great practice meet for swimmers who plan to attend the County meet.
County Meet - Acalanes High School, Lafayette: Any swimmer with a county qualifying time may enter this meet.
INVITATIONALS 101
What is an invitational meet?
An invitational meet is a swim meet against MANY different swim teams. Invitational meets are not held at Livorna pool.
How do I get more information on invitationals?
- On the website: Information on each invitational will be posted on the Livorna website under the event on the events tab. Forms and other information about the invitationals will be posted there.
What do I do after I sign up for an Invitational?
After you have signed up and the deadline for sign-ups has past, look for the meet entries to be posted on the website. Check to make sure your swimmer is entered in the correct age group and event. If there is a mistake contact the Invitational coordinator. Work assignments and more information will also be available before each invitational at the pool and on the website. There will be a schedule with work assignments and information on the team area and warm-up times.
What do I do when I arrive?
These are large meets with many teams swimming. Usually each team has a designated area. These areas will be posted at the pool before the invitational when possible. If not, look for the Livorna area when you arrive and save a spot for yourself. It is a good idea to bring a chair. Programs are available for a fee and usually list the approximate times for each event.
Are there shepherds at Invitationals?
NO. There are no shepherds at these meets. You must check your own child into the “Clerk of the Course”. Listen to announcements as to what event they are seating. Some of the Invitationals post a signboard that lists the current event they are seating. When it is time to check-in, take your swimmer to the Clerk of the Course area and make sure an official person checks them in. You may write the heat/lane on your swimmer’s hand. Also make sure you know where the swimmers are exiting after they swim so that you can meet them after their race with their towel.
What should I bring to an Invitational?
- Towels
- Blanket and / or chairs
- Cooler with water and snacks. They sell plenty of food at these meets too if you prefer.
- Games/Cards/Books
- Sunscreen
- Money
