fina synchronised swimming manual for judges, coaches & referees

2009 – 2013 FINA SYNCHRONISED SWIMMING MANUALFOR JUDGES, COACHES & REFEREESSECTION III5. CHARISMA and COMMUNICATION! Ability to communicate with viewersThe personal presence of the swimmer can be captivating, enchanting,intriguing, fascinating, etc. The routine seems too short when it is done sowell.! Facial expressionsIf the mood of the music changes, so may the facial expression. A ‘pastedon’smile is seldom appropriate, especially if the feeling of the music isserious, strong, angry, or sad and sorrowful. Throughout the routine, theswimmer needs to portray confidence and at ease in all her movements.! SincerityTo be convincing, athletes should be able to establish eye contact with thejudges and audience.! Showmanship:The terms magnetism, charm, appeal and charisma are terms which signifyhow the athlete projects to the audience. Swimmers must ‘sell’ theirperformance every time it is executed, and still always, appear ‘new andfresh.’ Each performance should bring obvious enjoyment elicitingspontaneous applause from the viewers. You could watch it again andagain.2009 – 2013 FINA Synchronised Swimming Manual for Judges, Coaches & Referees 178