In response to questions on the November 2022 Rules Newsletter, on January 30, 2023 the Rules Committee provided clarification on the waiver process for addressing injuries or medical conditions that occur on the day of competition.  There is no change to the waiver process for long-term or short-term needs that are known prior to leaving for the meet location.

In the event a waiver is needed for use of athletic tape or kinesiology tape for an injury or medical condition that occurs during a competition or immediately preceding the event, and time is of the essence, the documentation from the medical personnel may be presented directly to the Meet Referee for approval.

With this clarification, the Meet Referee is now authorized to act for the NCAA Swimming and Diving Secretary-Rules Editor to approve waivers for use of athletic or kinesiology tape for injuries that occur on the day of competition, when time is of the essence.  Waivers presented to the Meet Referee must include the name of the swimmer, rationale for the requested waiver, and medical documentation.

The complete communication is provided here:

Rules Clarification for Use of Kinesiology Tape