Swimming & Diving

Sanctioned in 1967, swimming and diving was the sixth sport Iowa girls could participate in.

Swimmers and divers not only learn the fundamentals and technique required of each stroke and dive, but they also develop a lifelong passion for the sport. Many swimmers fondly remember the pride they have for their school, their teammates and the fitness routines they developed. Girls who participate in swimming and diving have a strong dedication to their sport, often finding new strength in themselves as they push to get the fastest times for not only themselves but also their team.

2025 Season Information

Dates & Guidelines

The following dates and guidelines are approved for the 2025-26 school year.

First practice: Monday, August 11
First competition: Monday, August 25
Swimming dates: 12
Diving dates: 12
Scrimmages: 2* NEW FOR 2025 SEASON
Regional diving meet: Thursday, November 6
Regional swimming meet: Saturday, November 8
State Diving Meet: Thursday, November 13, 3:00 p.m.
State Swimming Meet: Prelims: Thursday, Nov. 13, Noon ; Finals: Friday, Nov. 14, Noon

Academic Eligibility

Academic eligibility resumes at 12:01 a.m. on September 14.

Documents & Forms

Rules and Regulations

2025-26 Rule Changes

2025-26 NFHS Rules Poster

Diving

Diving Judge & Diving Referee Calls

Diving Silhouettes

One Meter Dives With Video Clips

Officiating

Guidelines for Officiating Swimmers With Disabilities

Swimming & Diving Finish Rules Best Practices

General Information

Swimming & Diving Distance Conversion Chart

Large Meet Administration

News

2025 Swimming Regular Season State Qualifying Standards

May 19th, 2025 in Swimming & Diving

Regular season state qualifying time standards have been posted

Swimming and Diving Memo

May 19th, 2025 in Swimming & Diving

Important swimming and diving information for the 2025 season

Swimming and Diving Spectator Information

November 11th, 2024 in Swimming & Diving

Important Information for fans attending the 2024 State Swimming and Diving Meet.

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Partner Organizations

The IGHSAU thanks its official partners for their continued support of the Iowa Girl. Their investments allow the IGHSAU to provide the very best championship experiencer for student-athletes across the state while continuing the vision and mission established by longtime Executive Director E. Wayne Cooley.