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Andrea Kelley discusses her journey as a swimming official and the importance of mentorship and collaboration in sports.

Summary: In this episode, Andrea Kelley, a dedicated swimming official, shares her journey, the unique bonds formed among officials, and the importance of mentorship and collaboration across different levels of sport. Discover the nuances of swimming officiating, her inspiring experiences, and her goals for the future. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Swimming Officiating 02:10 Andrea's Journey into Swimming Officiating 06:07 Understanding Swimming Officiating Roles 12:39 The Importance of Preventive Officiating 13:00 Memorable Experiences in Officiating 17:14 Life in a Swimming-Centric Household 19:32 The Unique Bond Among Swimming Officials 26:42 Why Officials Stay in the Sport 27:43 Challenges and Mentorship in Officiating 28:05 The Role of Mentorship in Officiating 28:37 Navigating Challenges with Coaches and Officials 29:57 Building Confidence and Communication Skills 33:01 The Importance of Teamwork Across Levels 34:36 The Honor of Being Asked to Officiate 37:36 Mentoring the Next Generation of Officials 39:55 Bridging Gaps Between Different Levels of Officiating 41:38 Setting Personal Goals in Officiating 46:49 The Excitement of Officiating and Community Involvement 50:25…

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