2009 Club Excellence Program
 USA Swimming

Posted on USA Swimming website:

USA Swimming proudly announces the 2009 Club Excellence Program which will recognize up to 200 clubs that have attained high levels of performance and organizational success. Information and applications were mailed to all clubs in late December. The applications are also available on the Swim Club page. The application deadline is February 6, 2009.

 

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Clubs and Coaches: Do you backup your computer files?

It is easy to lose your team database and other files due to a computer failure, power surges, etc. Ever spilled coffee on your laptop?  The reasons are many and losing data is easy to do. It is recommended that computer users backup their files frequently and at least one copy should be stored off-site in case of fire, burst water pipe, etc..

CSI clubs may now use Connecticut   to store backups and export swimmer history for upload into swim team management software. FAST now has SSL certification and data transfers will be 128-bit encrypted. A User's Manual is provided.

 Club Backup Archive

Clubs are strongly encouraged to regularly back up their team databases and other important data. Experts recommend storing back up data in at least one “off-site” location. Space has been allotted on the CSI server for each club to store data in a quick, convenient way and at no cost.  Clubs may add or delete files as needed and access to the CSI server is 24/7. Currently, small and medium sized clubs have 10,000 KB of storage space and large clubs have 25,000 KB. Email Nan Cooper if additional space is needed or you would like verbal instructions. It is recommended that large files be compressed (zipped) before upload.  This will speed up the transfer and reduce the chances of corrupting a file.

Swimmer History Export

Clubs may now export swimmer history back to 1999. Clubs will have access to individual swimmers or all swimmers that are currently registered (active) and affiliated with their club.  An athlete’s transfer from the old club must be complete before that athlete’s history will be available to the new club for export.

User's Manual