Springfield Meet Schedule
Below is the Springfield site swim meet schedule for the 2026-2027 Fall/Winter season. Detailed information for each meet will be added as soon as it is received from the host club. RAID-hosted meets are held at Eisenhower Pool.
We strongly encourage all swimmers to participate in the meets included on our schedule. The schedule provides convenient competition opportunities, developmental racing, team-hosted events, and a clear progression into championship season. Meet participation is an important part of swimmer development and the RAID team experience. Swimmers are expected to participate in meets designated for their practice group whenever possible.
We understand families have busy schedules, and swimmers do not have to attend every day of a multi-day meet. Swimmers may participate on only the days or sessions they are available - we would much rather have a swimmer attend part of a meet than miss it altogether.
For meets with automatic entry, please notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline of any day(s) or session(s) your swimmer is unavailable. The entry deadline is normally 7-10 before the first day of the meet.
New to swim meets? Families who are new to swim meets - or who would simply like a helpful refresher - are encouraged to review our online Swim Meet Guide HERE. The guide explains how swim meets work, what swimmers and families should expect, what to bring, and how to prepare for a successful meet experience.
Click HERE to read a helpful article about the many benefits of participating in swim meets.
Meet Participation Guide
- Team Meet - Expected for designated practice groups; swimmers may attend only the days/sessions they are available.
- RAID Future Stars - Home developmental racing opportunity designed to build confidence and meet experience.
- RAID Hosted Meet - All RAID swimmers are automatically entered and expected to participate unless unavailable.
- Last Chance - Entered only as needed for swimmers pursuing a championship qualifying time.
- Championship Meet - Qualifying standards are required; qualified swimmers will be entered.
Click HERE for a printable copy of the Springfield meet schedule
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September
September 27 - RAID Future Stars Meet - Springfield, IL | RAID FUTURE STARS
Location - Eisenhower Pool, Springfield, Il
Recommended Swimmers - All Springfield RAID swimmers
- All Springfield RAID swimmers are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
Our RAID Future Stars Meets are fun, low-pressure intrasquad meets designed to help swimmers of all ages and experience levels build confidence, gain racing experience, and become more comfortable with swim meets
in a familiar team environment
Meet Schedule
- Sunday, Sept 27 - All Age Groups
- Arrive at Pool - 10:00 am
- Warm-ups - 10:15 am
- Meet Starts 10:45 am
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October
October 17-18 - PAWW Spooktacular Meet | Pekin, IL | TEAM MEET
Location - Pekin High School, 1903 Court St, Pekin, IL 61554
Recommended Swimmers - Pirates, Silver & Red (Little Raiders and Buccaneers may also attend)
- Swimmers in the Pirates, Silver and Red practice groups are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
- Swimmers in the Little Raiders and Buccaneers practice groups are encouraged to participate and may enter through their online team dashboard before the entry deadline.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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October 31 - RAID Spooky Stars Meet & Halloween Bash - Springfield, IL | RAID FUTURE STARS.
Location - Eisenhower Pool, Springfield, Il
Recommended Swimmers - All Springfield RAID swimmers
- All Springfield RAID swimmers are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
A special Halloween edition of our Future Stars Meet followed by a RAID Halloween Party! Swimmers will enjoy a fun, low-pressure racing experience followed by costumes, food, games,
and Halloween fun with teammates
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November
November 13-15 - RAID Harvest Classic - Springfield, IL | RAID HOSTED MEET
Location – Eisenhower Pool, Springfield, Illinois
Recommended Swimmers - All RAID swimmers
- All RAID swimmers are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
This is a RAID team-hosted meet. Families should also plan to fulfill their required parent volunteer sessions during the meet.
Parent Volunteers: RAID families are required to work their applicable volunteer sessions.
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December
December 5-6 - BNSC Bruce Walker Holiday Meet | Normal, IL | TEAM MEET
Location - Normal Community High School, 3900 E Raab Rd, Normal, IL 61761
Recommended Swimmers - Pirates, Silver & Red (Little Raiders and Buccaneers may also attend)
- Swimmers in the Pirates, Silver and Red practice groups are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
- Swimmers in the Little Raiders and Buccaneers practice groups are encouraged to participate and may enter through their online team dashboard before the entry deadline.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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January
January 9-10 - YDSC Seth Dunscomb Meet - Decatur, IL | TEAM MEET
Location - Decatur Family YMCA, 220 W McKinley Ave A, Decatur, IL 62526
Recommended Swimmers - Little Raiders, Buccaneers, Pirates, Silver & Red
- All Springfield RAID swimmers in the Pirates, Silver and Red practice groups are automatically entered in this meet and are expected to participate. If your swimmer cannot attend, notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline.
- Swimmers in the Little Raiders and Buccaneers practice groups are highly encouraged to participate and may enter through their online team dashboard before the entry deadline.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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January 24 - RAID Future Stars Meet - Springfield, IL | RAID FUTURE STARS
Location - Eisenhower Pool, Springfield, Il
This is a RAID team-hosted meet. All RAID swimmers are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
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February
February 6 - Dunlap Dolphins Too Fast to Freeze Meet | TEAM MEET
Location - To Be Announced
Recommended Swimmers - Pirates, Silver & Red (Little Raiders and Buccaneers may also attend)
- All Springfield RAID swimmers in the Pirates, Silver and Red practice groups are automatically entered in this meet and are expected to participate. If your swimmer cannot attend, notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline.
- Swimmers in the Little Raiders and Buccaneers practice groups are highly encouraged to participate and may enter through their online team dashboard before the entry deadline.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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February 12-14 - RAID Valentine Classic - Springfield, IL | RAID HOSTED MEET
Location – Eisenhower Pool, Springfield, Illinois
Recommended Swimmers - All RAID swimmers
- All RAID swimmers are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
This is a RAID team-hosted meet. Families should also plan to fulfill their required parent volunteer sessions during the meet.
Parent Volunteers: RAID families are required to work their applicable volunteer sessions.
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February 20-21 - PAWW We'll Swim Our Hearts Out Time Trial - Pekin, IL | QUALIFYING SWIMMERS / AS NEEDED
Location - Pekin High School, 1903 Court St, Pekin, IL 61554
Recommended Swimmers - Swimmers seeking a championship qualifying time
- This is a time trial meet for swimmers needing one more opportunity to qualify for a championship meet. Only swimmers needing to qualify for a championship meet will be entered.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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February 26-28 - Illinois Swimming Regional Championship Meet | CHAMPIONSHIP MEET
This meet is the state’s regional championship for swimmers of all age groups. Swimmers must achieve the required qualifying standards to participate.
Location - To Be Announced
Recommended Swimmers - Qualified swimmers
- All swimmers who have achieved the qualifying times will be automatically entered into the meet.
This meet is the state’s regional championship for swimmers of all age groups. Swimmers must achieve the required qualifying standards to participate.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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March
March 7 - RAID Future Stars Meet - Springfield, IL | RAID FUTURE STARS
Location - Eisenhower Pool, Springfield, Il
Recommended Swimmers - All Springfield RAID swimmers
- All Springfield RAID swimmers are automatically entered and are expected to participate unless you notify Coach Jeff by the entry deadline that your swimmer is unable to attend.
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March 7-8 - Illinois Swimming 10 & Under State Championships - Lincolnshire, IL | CHAMPIONSHIP MEET
The state's Championship meet for swimmers age 10 and under. Swimmers must meet the qualifying standards; all qualified swimmers will be entered.
Location - Stevenson High School, 1 Stevenson Dr, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Recommended Swimmers - Qualified swimmers age 10 & under
- All swimmers who have achieved the qualifying times will be entered into the meet.
The state's Championship meet for swimmers age 10 and under. Swimmers must meet the qualifying standards; all qualified swimmers will be entered.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon
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March 12-15 - Illinois Swimming 11-14 Age Group State Championships - Pleasant Prairie, WI | CHAMPIONSHIP MEET
Location - Rec Plex, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Recommended Swimmers - Qualified swimmers ages 11–14
- All swimmers who have achieved the qualifying times will be entered into the meet.
This is the state’s Age Group Championship meet for swimmers ages 11 to 14. Swimmers must meet the qualifying standards to participate.
Meet Information Packet - Coming Soon