In swimming, "Y" and "L" are used to designate the type of course in which a time was achieved.
According to the provided reference, here's what they represent:
- Y (SCY): Short Course Yards. Times achieved in short course meets typically have Y or SCY next to them.
- L (LCM or M): Long Course Meters. Times attained in long course meets are designated by M, L, or LCM.
Here's a summary in table format:
Designation | Meaning | Course Length |
---|---|---|
Y (SCY) | Short Course Yards | 25 yards |
L (LCM or M) | Long Course Meters | 50 meters |