By Annie Grevers, Swimming World Staff Writer
I wrapped up my own swimming career four years ago in the mystical Omaha waters. I’ve never attended Olympic Trials at a spectator. I’ve grown used to getting flutters in my stomach when NBC Olympic commercials light up the TV before Trials. I know how to warm up, compete, nap, compete again. Swimming in a meet, even a meet as daunting as Olympic Trials, became far more routine for me than spectating at one.
My introduction to the role of spectator and supporter was at the London Olympics. And wow, what a spectating experience it was! But there were several components to spectating which caught me off guard. I instantly had a feeling of guilt for not fully appreciating what my parents had been enduring for years and utter awe for the time and energy they were willing to spend at swim meets.
Parents, friends, and coaches can relate to the struggles of being a spectator. Swimmers, someday you’ll understand. For now, just show your appreciation for those suffering severe bleacher bum to cheer you on. Here are six struggles of the loyal swimming spectator…
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