High School Backstroke: 100-Yard Average and Above Average Times

The 100-yard backstroke is a challenging race for high school swimmers. The average time for boys is around 57 seconds, while the average for girls is about 1 minute 3 seconds. However, many factors can affect a swimmer's time, such as age, gender, training level, and technique.

Swimmers who are considered above average will typically have times of around 55 seconds for boys and 1 minute 1 second for girls. These swimmers are usually state-level competitors or have aspirations to compete at a higher level.

Swimmers who are in the top 1% of their age group will have times of around 53 seconds for boys and 59 seconds for girls. These swimmers are often national-level competitors or have the potential to compete at the Olympic level.

If you are a high school swimmer, setting a goal to achieve the average or above-average time for your age group is a great way to measure your progress. With hard work and dedication, it is possible to improve your time and become a successful backstroke swimmer.

  • What is the world record for the 100-yard backstroke? The current world record is 45.63 seconds, set by Ryan Murphy in 2016.
  • What is the Olympic qualifying time for the 100-yard backstroke? The Olympic qualifying time for the 100-yard backstroke is 56.90 seconds for men and 1:01.07 seconds for women.
  • What is the best way to improve my backstroke time? The best way to improve your backstroke time is to practice regularly, focus on your technique, and get feedback from a qualified coach.
  • What are some common mistakes that swimmers make in the backstroke? Some common mistakes that swimmers make in the backstroke include not keeping their head in line with their spine, not using their legs enough, and not finishing the stroke all the way to the wall.
  • What is the difference between a backstroke and a freestyle stroke? The backstroke is swum on the back, while the freestyle stroke is swum on the front.
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