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2024 Olympic Trials "Things to Know"

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Get Ready for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials!

The 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for swimming are approaching, and it's time to get excited! This event, a key step in the journey to the Paris 2024 Olympics, will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana, at Lucas Oil Stadium from June 15-23, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know if you plan to attend.


Event Details

Schedule: The Trials will feature preliminaries starting at 11:00 AM ET each day, with doors opening at 10:00 AM. Finals will begin at 8:00 PM ET, with doors opening at 6:30 PM​ 


Key Races: Each day will highlight different events and top athletes. For example, look out for young stars like Thomas Heilman and Carson Foster, as well as seasoned Olympians like Regan Smith and Ryan Murphy competing in their respective categories​.


Special Nights: The Trials will host themed nights with special promotions:

  • Foundation Night: Free pom poms for the first 4,000 fans.

  • Student Night: Discounts on snacks for students with valid IDs.

  • Military and First Responders Night: Indianapolis Colts T-shirt giveaways for the first 5,000 fans​​.


Tickets

Sales: All-session tickets are already on sale. These tickets offer access to all sessions throughout the event. Single-session tickets will also be available closer to the event​.


How to Purchase: Tickets can be purchased through the USA Swimming website or directly via Ticketmaster. Prices vary depending on the session and seating choice.


Venue and Amenities

Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, a premier sports venue in downtown Indianapolis, will host the Trials. It’s known for its state-of-the-art facilities and central location, making it convenient for travelers.


Aqua Zone: The Toyota Aqua Zone, an interactive fan experience, will be open daily from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This free area offers fun activities for fans of all ages​.


Trials Training Camp with Josh Davis

For those looking to enhance their swimming skills, the Trials Training Sessions hosted by five-time Olympic medalist Josh Davis is a must-attend. The practices will run concurrently with the Trials, from June 15 to 23, at the Ruth Lilly Fitness Center, located on the University of Indianapolis campus. More information visit ultimateswimmer.com and click on the "Events" tab.


Who is competing at Olympic Trials? Download the psych-sheet and find your favorite swimmer.



Watching the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials

For those who can't attend the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials in person, extensive broadcast and streaming options are available to ensure you don't miss any of the action. The trials will air live from June 15-23 on NBC, NBCOlympics.com, the NBC Sports app, and Peacock. Daily qualifying heats are scheduled at 11 a.m. ET on Peacock, while the semifinals and finals will be broadcast at 8 p.m. ET on both NBC and Peacock. Here’s a detailed schedule for your convenience:

Date

Time (ET)

Event

Network

Sat., June 15

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


6:30 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Sun., June 16

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


5 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Mon., June 17

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


7 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Tue., June 18

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


6 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Wed., June 19

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


7 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Thu., June 20

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


7 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Fri., June 21

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


5:30 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Sat., June 22

11 a.m.

Qualifying Heats

Peacock


6:30 p.m.

Qualifying Heats (Taped)

USA Network


8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock

Sun., June 23

8 p.m.

Finals

NBC, Peacock


Ultimate Swimmer Podcast will relaunch during Trails for lots of exciting updates and stories.



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