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Diving Resources
Everything you need to understand diving rules, terminology, and create perfect scoresheets
Quick Start Guide
Enter Meet Details
Start by filling in your competition information including event name, date, location, and pool specifications.
Add Divers
Input diver information including names, ages, teams, and their dive lists with difficulty ratings.
Generate & Print
Preview your scoresheet and print or save as PDF for use during your diving competition.
Choosing Your Meet Format
6-Dive Format
Best for: High school meets, club competitions, novice divers
- • One dive from each group (1-5)
- • One additional dive from any group
- • Lower DD requirements
- • Faster meet completion
11-Dive Format
Best for: College meets, championship competitions, advanced divers
- • 5 required dives (one from each group)
- • 6 optional dives from any groups
- • Higher DD requirements
- • More comprehensive scoring
Quick Reference
Need More Details?
For complete information on dive codes, scoring, and rules:
Dive Validation System
Our advanced validation system helps ensure your dive sheets comply with official competition rules. It provides real-time feedback to catch errors before you submit your scoresheet.
How to Use Validation
- 1Enter at least one dive to see the validation toggle appear
- 2Use the main toggle switch to enable/disable validation
- 3Click the settings button to configure individual rules
- 4Review validation results and fix any issues highlighted
Understanding Feedback
Must be fixed - prevent submission
Advisory - review for compliance
Informational notices
Validation Rules
No Duplicate Dives
Each dive must be unique
Group Coverage
One dive from each of 5 groups
Safety Restrictions
Blocks banned dives (104A, 304A, 402A)
DD Limits
Degree of difficulty requirements
Dive Count
Correct number for format
Position Validity
Allowed positions for each dive
Live Form Validation
As you enter dives, the form provides immediate feedback:
- • 🚫 Banned dive warnings appear instantly
- • ⚠️ Duplicate dive detection prevents errors
- • ✅ Submit button disabled for invalid dives
- • 📊 Real-time validation in sidebar
Draft Management
Auto-Save
Your progress is automatically saved after you complete the first step. No more lost work if you accidentally close the tab!
Manage Drafts
Access the “Drafts” button to view, load, or delete saved scoresheets. Create multiple drafts for different meets or divers.
Resume Work
When you return to the site, you'll be prompted to resume any unfinished scoresheets or start fresh.
Export & Printing Tips
📄 PDF Export
- • Click “Download PDF” in the preview step
- • PDF includes all dive details and scoring areas
- • Perfect for printing or digital storage
- • Always verify the download completed
🖨️ Print Settings
- • Use Letter (8.5“ x 11“) paper size
- • Set margins to “Normal” or “Narrow”
- • Ensure “Print backgrounds” is enabled
- • Preview before printing to check layout
⚠️ Before You Print
- • ✅ Verify all diver information is correct
- • ✅ Check all dive numbers and positions
- • ✅ Confirm degree of difficulty values
- • ✅ Run validation to catch any errors
💡 Pro Tips
- • Print extras in case of mistakes during meet
- • Keep digital copies for future reference
- • Test print quality before competition day
- • Consider laminating for poolside use
Troubleshooting
!Page won't load or crashes
- • Clear your browser cache and cookies
- • Try a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
- • Disable browser extensions temporarily
- • Check your internet connection
!Validation errors won't go away
- • Read the error message carefully
- • Check which dive numbers are affected
- • Verify dive codes are entered correctly
- • Try disabling and re-enabling validation
!PDF won't download or print
- • Check popup blocker settings
- • Try right-click “Save Link As”
- • Ensure sufficient storage space
- • Use a different browser if issues persist
!Lost my draft or data
- • Check the Drafts section in the header
- • Look for auto-saved versions
- • Try refreshing the page
- • Note: data is stored locally only
Frequently Asked Questions
?How do I save my scoresheet?
Click Download PDF to save the score sheet as a PDF, then print the PDF. Remember to check that it saved before closing the page!
?Which meet format should I choose?
Use 6-dive format for high school and club meets. Use 11-dive format for college and championship competitions. Check your meet rules for specific requirements.
?How do I understand dive codes?
Dive codes follow the format ABC[D]: direction (1-5), somersaults, position (A-D), and optional twists. Visit our Glossary for complete details.
?Is my data secure?
Absolutely! All processing happens locally in your browser. We don't store any data on our servers or use tracking.
?Can I edit after creating?
Yes! You can modify diver information, dive lists, and meet details until you close or refresh the page.
?What are the diving safety rules?
Safety requirements include proper pool depth, certified officials, and equipment inspections. See our Rules page for complete safety guidelines.
?What browsers work best?
DiveSheet.com works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Use the latest version for best results.
?How is dive scoring calculated?
Remove highest and lowest judge scores, sum the remaining scores, then multiply by the dive's Degree of Difficulty. Visit our Glossary for examples.
Still Need Help?
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