Philosophy
        CITADEL supports consistent, fair, and athlete-centered officiating.
        
          C — Courage
Call what you see with confidence.
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          I — Integrity
Consistency over convenience.
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          T — Tenacity
Focus every heat; finish every session.
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          A — Accountability
Know your position and duties.
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          D — Discipline
Rule knowledge and steady mechanics.
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          E — Excellence
Professionalism on deck.
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          L — Leadership
Mentor new officials; serve athletes.
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        Pathway
        
          Step 1 — Intro
Shadow & observe on deck.
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          Step 2 — Certify
Complete background, APT, & tests.
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          Step 3 — Apprentice
Work sessions with a mentor.
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          Step 4 — Progress
Stroke & Turn → Starter → Referee.
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        Training & Clinics
        
          Upcoming Clinics
Local & virtual options.
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          Rules & Tests
Links to current exams.
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          Mechanics
Positioning and signals.
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          Mentoring
Get paired with a lead.
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        Resources
        
          USA Swimming
Officials page & updates.
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          LSC Contacts
Sierra Nevada Swimming.
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          Volunteer
Help meets run smoothly.
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          Meets
Schedule & entries.
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