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The State College Aqualions are a part of YMCA of Centre County and is affiliated with YMCA National which establishes rules and regulations for the conduct of YMCA competitions.  

SCAY is also USA Swimming affiliated.  Participation in USA-Swimming is optional and requires additional registration fees.  USA Swimming is a national organization that promotes swimming by creating opportunities for swimmers and coaches of all backgrounds to participate and advance in the sport. USA swimming membership is comprised of swimmers from the age group level to the Olympic Team. The SCAY swimmers that join USA swimming tend to be those who possess advanced skills and motivation to compete at a higher level.  SCAY is part of the Mid-Atlantic division of USA Swimming and meet information can be accessed at their at the Mid-Atlantic website .

Swimmers qualify for the YMCA PA East-West Championships (States) based on performance at Districts.  The top twelve swimmers in each event from each district advance to States.  YMCA PA East-West States , is the culmination of the year for YMCA competition in Pennsylvania.  SCAY (along with Bellefonte YMCA) is the host for the State Championships held at the Penn State Natatorium.  This event requires a large number of volunteers to make it a success.  Every family is expected to help in some way, even if they do not have a child swimming in the meet.