What you need for a diving championship

A diving championship needs more than pool access and competition entries. You need clearly marked equipment, reliable timing and scoring tools, enough power and charging capacity, and supplies that keep wet areas safe. This shopping list covers the practical items for the jury table, officials, competitors, spectators and refreshments. Use your confirmed participant count to scale consumables, then check every technical item before opening the venue.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 80
Jury tablesqty 6
Bar stoolsqty 4
Coat racksqty 4

Sports equipment

Bib numbersqty 120
Swim capsqty 120
Referee whistlesqty 6
Stopwatchesqty 6
Scoreboardsqty 6
Spare towelsqty 20
Non-slip matsqty 8
Barrier tapeqty 6
Conesqty 20
Wet floor signsqty 12

Equipment

Laptopsqty 3
Tabletsqty 6
Printersqty 2
Projector
Projection screen
Wireless microphonesqty 2
Speakersqty 2
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 8
Charging stationsqty 3
Power banksqty 6
Camera
Memory cardsqty 3
Walkie-talkiesqty 8
Megaphone

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 150
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 120
Cutlery setsqty 120
Small bowlsqty 20
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving spoonsqty 8
Pitchersqty 8
Thermos flasksqty 6
Serving utensilsqty 12

Catering

Coolersqty 6
Buffet warmersqty 4
Ice cube traysqty 4
Drink dispensersqty 4
Coffee machinesqty 3
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos bottlesqty 4
Water jugsqty 8
Serving tongsqty 8
Buffet traysqty 12
Table runnersqty 12
Napkin holdersqty 12
Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 120 bottles
- Spa Red - 48 bottles
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Apple juice - 8 cartons
- Orange juice - 8 packs
- Coffee beans - 3 kilograms
- Tea bags - 200 pieces
- Black tea - 2 boxes
- Herbal tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 6 liters
- Coffee cream - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 3 kilograms
- Sweetener - 2 boxes
- Lemons - 3 kilogram
- Herbal tea honey - 4 jars
- Sandwiches - 180 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- White rolls - 8 bags
- Multigrain rolls - 8 bags
- Young cheese - 5 kilogram
- Mature cheese - 4 kilogram
- Turkey breast - 4 kilograms
- Ham - 4 kilograms
- Hummus - 3 kilograms
- Cream cheese - 2 kilograms
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Strawberry jam - 3 jars
- Butter - 2 kilograms
- Mayonnaise - 3 jars
- Mustard - 3 bottles
- Ketchup - 3 bottles
- Cucumbers - 4 kilogram
- Tomatoes - 5 kilograms
- Lettuce - 12 heads
- Bell peppers - 4 kilograms
- Carrots - 4 kilograms
- Grapes - 6 kilograms
- Apples - 8 kilograms
- Bananas - 6 kilograms
- Mandarins - 6 kilograms
- Muesli bars - 120 pieces
- Granola bars - 80 pieces
- Plain chips - 12 bags
- Paprika chips - 12 bags
- Tortilla chips - 10 bags
- Salsa - 6 jars
- Salted pretzels - 8 bags
- Rice cakes - 8 packs
- Cookies - 10 packs
- Brownies - 120 pieces
- Mini cupcakes - 120 pieces
- Vegetarian pasta salad - 8 kilograms
- Potato salad - 8 kilograms
- Quinoa salad - 5 kilograms
- Chicken breast strips - 5 kilograms
- Vegetarian meatballs - 4 kilogram
- Falafel - 4 kilograms
- Mini wraps - 160 pieces
- Cucumber salad - 4 kilograms
- Yogurt dressing - 4 bottles
- Vinaigrette - 4 bottles
- Salt - 1 kilogram
- Pepper - 2 jars
- Paprika powder - 2 jars
- Garlic powder - 2 jars
- Italian herbs - 2 jars
- Olive oil - 3 liters
- Balsamic vinegar - 2 bottles
- Chili sauce - 3 bottles
- Allergen cards - 30 pieces
- Ice cubes - 30 kilograms
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 1 box
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant spray - 4 bottles
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 8 bottles
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Compostable trash bags - 50
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 packs
- Aluminum foil - 4 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 4 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Food-safe label paper - 2 packs
- Paper tape - 6 rolls

Decorations

Competition postersqty 8
Welcome sign
Placement signsqty 3
Table décorqty 12
Balloon archesqty 2
Ribbonsqty 6
Winner's cupsqty 12
Medalsqty 36
Certificatesqty 40
Prize tablecloth

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 6
Battery lanternsqty 8

Cleaning

Mopsqty 6
Bucketsqty 6
Broom setsqty 4
Floor squeegeesqty 4
Cleaning cartsqty 2
Waste binsqty 12
Waste binsqty 4
Hand soap dispensersqty 6
Hand sanitizer pumpsqty 8
Microfiber clothsqty 30
Rubber glovesqty 12
First aid kit

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knifeqty 4
Bread knivesqty 2
Mixing bowlsqty 4
Measuring cupsqty 2
Kitchen tweezersqty 2
Aluminum foilqty 2
Cling filmqty 2
Cooling matsqty 8
Paper towel holdersqty 4

Tips

Plan one bib number and one swim cap for each competitor, plus at least 10% spare bib numbers for replacements, late changes or damaged prints. Keep the prepared start list and competition sheets together at the jury table.
Provide one stopwatch for each active timekeeper and at least two referee whistles. Test every stopwatch before the first round and keep spare batteries or charged replacements available.
Use non-slip mats at access points and place wet floor signs wherever water may collect. Barrier tape and cones should be ready before competitors and spectators enter the competition area.
Allow one power strip and one extension cord for each separate equipment station, then add at least two spare power connections. Charge laptops, tablets, wireless microphones and power banks before opening.
For refreshments, plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then one drink per person for every additional hour. Add snacks for the full event duration and keep dietary requirements with the grocery order.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a diving championship?: Plan bib numbers, swim caps, referee whistles, stopwatches, scoreboards, spare towels, non-slip mats, barrier tape, cones and wet floor signs. You will also need timing and scoring technology, communication equipment, power supplies and refreshments.
How many bib numbers should I buy for a diving competition?: Buy one bib number per registered competitor and add at least 10% extra. For 80 competitors, prepare 88 bib numbers so you can handle replacements and last-minute changes.
How many drinks do I need for a diving championship?: Budget two to three drinks per person for the first hour and one additional drink per person for each hour after that. For 100 people at a three-hour event, this means about 400 to 500 drinks, depending on weather and spectator numbers.
When should I check the equipment for a diving championship?: Check the competition, safety and technical equipment at least one day before the event. Test timing, scoring, microphones, speakers, laptops, tablets and charging points again during venue setup, before participants arrive.

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