2026 WESTERN ZONE SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS
Four days of fast senior swimming at Skyline Aquatic Complex in Mesa, Arizona. Plan your team’s trip and entries for March 19–22, 2026.
Four days of prelims and finals
A traditional senior prelim/final format with consistent warm-up and start times so teams can plan travel, meals, and recovery.
| Session | Warm-up | Start time |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday prelims | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Thursday finals | 4:30 PM | 5:30 PM |
| Friday prelims | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Friday finals | 4:30 PM | 5:30 PM |
| Saturday prelims | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Saturday finals | 4:30 PM | 5:30 PM |
| Sunday prelims | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Sunday finals | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
Final timing and event order will follow the official meet announcement and technical bulletin, including any updates to warm-ups, distance events, or relays.
Format highlights
- Prelim/final format with championship racing each evening.
- Distance and selected relays may be timed finals – see meet announcement.
- Consistent morning warm-up and start times to simplify team schedules.
- Skyline’s separate warm-up/warm-down space helps athletes recover between races.
Official qualifying times
Use the official Western Zone Senior Championships time standards document linked below as your primary reference when planning entries.
View time standards
The time standards document includes individual and relay cuts, bonus rules, and qualifying period details. Always refer to the latest version before submitting entries.
Download time standards documentPlan your trip to Mesa, Arizona
Skyline Aquatic Complex is located in east Mesa with easy access from Phoenix Sky Harbor and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airports, plus multiple team-friendly hotels nearby.
Getting here
- Air travel: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) both serve the Mesa area with major airlines.
- Drive time: Approx. 35–45 minutes from PHX and 20–25 minutes from AZA to Skyline Aquatic Complex, depending on traffic.
- Pool address: Skyline Aquatic Complex – 845 S Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ 85208.
- Parking: Ample on-site parking adjacent to the high school campus and pool entrance.
- Local amenities: Restaurants, coffee, grocery stores, and fuel are all within a short drive of the venue.
Official Western Zone hotel link
Mesa has partnered with local hotels to offer options for teams and families attending the Western Zone Senior Championships.
Use the official Western Zones lodging portal to view available properties, rates, and distance to Skyline Aquatic Complex.
Booking through the portal helps support the event and ensures team rooms are counted toward the meet’s room blocks.
Open Western Zones hotel portalSkyline Aquatic Complex
A championship-ready pool in east Mesa with room for teams, spectators, and fast swimming all weekend long.
On-deck overview
- 50m x 25y competition pool configured for short course yards racing.
- Deep racing lanes and a dedicated warm-up / warm-down space.
- Bleacher seating for spectators and deck space for teams.
- Championship-level timing, starting, and scoreboard setup.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers for coaches, athletes, and parents traveling to Mesa for Western Zones.
Is this a prelims–finals championship meet?
Yes. The Western Zone Senior Championships are run as a prelims– finals format across all four days of competition. The exact event order and finals structure will be published in the official meet information.
How do we book hotels through the meet room block?
Teams and families should use the official Western Zones lodging portal linked in the Travel & Hotels section of this page. The portal lists approved properties, rates, and distance to Skyline Aquatic Complex.
Booking through the portal helps support the meet and ensures your rooms are counted toward the event room block.
When will the full meet information be posted?
The complete meet announcement and technical bulletin will be published by Western Zone and the host team once finalized. A link will be added to this page under the Overview and Standards sections.
Where can I find qualifying times and entry procedures?
Qualifying times, bonus rules, and relay guidelines are provided in the official time standards document linked in the Standards section above and in the official meet announcement.
Coaches should always confirm standards using the most recent Western Zone documents before submitting entries.
Is there seating for spectators and teams on deck?
Yes. Skyline Aquatic Complex offers bleacher seating for spectators plus designated team areas on deck. Any meet-specific rules about tents, team camps, and saving seats will be listed in the meet information.
Who do we contact with additional questions?
For questions about entries, timelines, or meet operations, use the contact information listed in the official meet announcement. General facility and travel questions can be directed to the host club’s meet director.
Meet contacts & communication
Reach out ahead of time with entry or travel questions, and check in during the meet for officiating or on-deck needs.
Meet administration
For entries, timelines, team logistics, or general meet information, please contact the host team administration first. They can direct your question to the appropriate Western Zone or Arizona Swimming representative.
Meet Director: Margaret Dana TBD · coachmaggie7@gmail.com
Host Team Contact: Meg Zajdzinski TBD · meg@mesaswims.com
Arizona Swimming Office: office@azswimming.org
Technical questions & officiating
For technical rules, officiating questions, or protest procedures, please work directly with the Meet Referee and Western Zone leadership once on site.