Event Overview

Entries are now open for Top and A1 DASC squads for the City of Sunderland ASC National Qualifier 2026, taking place from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th April 2026 at Sunderland Aquatics Centre, Stadium Park, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland SR5 1SU.

This is a Level 1 Licensed Meet (Licence No: 1NE260177) held under Swim England laws and technical rules.

Events & Qualifying Times

This meet uses lower qualifying times. Swimmers must have achieved an entry time equal to or faster than the stated qualifying standards since 1st July 2024. All entry times must be Long Course (50m). Short course times will be converted automatically via rankings.

Swimmers’ times can be checked at: https://www.swimmingresults.org/individualbest/

If unsure, please speak to your squad coach before submitting an entry.

National Qualifier 2026 Meet Information & Qualifying Times

Event Format

Age Groups (as at 31st December 2026): 10/11yrs, 12yrs, 13yrs, 14yrs, 15yrs, 16/Over
Events: 50m, 100m and 200m of all strokes; 200m & 400m Individual Medley; 400m Freestyle; 800m & 1500m Freestyle (Mixed)
All events are Open and will be Heat Declared Winners.
Swimmers may enter only one distance event (800m or 1500m Freestyle). If both are entered, allocations will be made as follows: Female – 800m, Male – 1500m.

Entry Details

Eligibility: Top & A1 squads only
Entry Fee: £9.25 per event / £13.25 for 800m & 1500m Freestyle
Closing Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 at 23:59
Payment: Submit entries via SCDS account, including swimmer’s entry times