Shadow Shifts
Shadow Shifts
A shadow shift is your first on-deck experience after completing a clinic for any new officiating role (except Timer or Safety Marshal).
You work alongside an experienced official at a Cascade-hosted swim meet.
This helps you gain confidence and practical experience in the role before working independently.
Shadow shifts are required for all roles except:
Timer
Safety Marshal
To request a shadow shift, email our Officials Scheduling Coordinator.
Shadow Shifts Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Definition | Required first shift working alongside an experienced official after completing any clinic for a new officiating role, except: • Timer • Safety Marshal |
| Purpose | To gain practical experience and confidence in a new officiating role before working independently. |
| Prerequisites | Completion of a clinic for an officiating role that is new to you (excluding Timer and Safety Marshal). |
| Required For | All officiating roles except: • Timer • Safety Marshal |
| Not Required For | • Timer • Safety Marshal |
| How to Request / Contact | Email Cascade's Officials Scheduling Coordinator to request a shadow shift. |