It’s hard to believe, but swim team practices start next week! We can’t wait to see you all very soon. Here are just a few reminders for the start of the new season:
PARENT MEETING AND VOLUNTEER SIGN-UPS: THURSDAY, APRIL 24
Our new parent orientation meeting will be on Thursday, April 24, at 7:30 pm. This meeting is geared towards families who are just joining LPAC, but anyone is welcome to attend. You should plan to at least stop by, pick up the team calendar and contact list, and sign up for volunteer shifts.
2014 COACHING STAFF
Lots of familiar faces on the pool deck this year! Coach Scott Jackson will be returning as head coach, and Ryan Hussey, Emily Read, Patrick Read, and Julia Thompson will also be returning.
NEW SWIMMER TRYOUTS
Any new swimmers trying out for LPAC must attend the special practice sessions, starting Monday, April 28 through Friday, May 2, from 5:00 to 5:30 pm. The coaches will be getting in the water and working directly with the swimmers during this time. By the end of that first week, the coaches will make the final decision whether the swimmers are ready to be on the swim team. We will also finalize the roster at that time.
PRACTICES BEGIN APRIL 28
Regular evening practices for all age groups will begin on Monday, April 28. The times will be as follows:
- 8 & under: 5:30 – 6:15 pm
- 9-11: 6:15 – 7:00 pm
- 12-14: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
- 15-18: 8:00 – 9:00 pm
SUITS AND MERCHANDISE: APRIL 30 AND MAY 1
We have a spiffy new black-and-white team swim suit this year! Swimmers are required to wear either a team suit or a solid black suit for team picture day and all meets. Try-ons and ordering will be Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. You can also order LPAC team merchandise (shirts, sweats, etc.). Be sure to stop by either before or after your child’s regular practice time to gear up for the new season!
GAME NIGHT FOR HIGH SCHOOL AGE GROUP: FRIDAY, MAY 2
All swimmers in the high school age group are invited to stay after practice on Friday night, May 2, for board games and fun with your swim team friends. Bring your favorite game and snacks to share!
WANTED: STARTERS AND JUDGES
LPAC needs more parent volunteers to serve as starters and stroke-and-turn judges. If you’re interested in either of these important positions, please plan to attend a special training day on Saturday, May 10, at our own Los Paseos Pool. The stroke & turn clinic will be held from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. The training for starters will be from 11:15 am to 12:00 noon. If you’re interested in attending, please RSVP to Nancy Keslin (nkeslin@yahoo.com).
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thursday, April 24: New parent orientation meeting (7:30 pm)
Monday, April 28: Practices begin
Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1: Swim suit and merchandise try-ons and ordering
Friday, May 2: Game Night for high school age group (9:00pm – midnight)
Saturday, May 10: Stroke & Turn Clinic & Starter Training (9:00 am – 11:30 am)
Saturday, May 17: Pancake Breakfast (8:30 – 10:00 am)