Jun 2, 2023
Dear Penguins and Parents:
Here are some quick reminders before our first dual meet against the Almaden Gators tomorrow.
LPAC @ ALMADEN: SATURDAY, JUNE 3
- Pool opens at 6:30 am for setup.
- Check in Time: 7:15 am.
- Swimmers must check in with coaches by 7:15 am.
- Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinators by 7:15 am.
- If your child is sick, please call or text:
- Coach Scott: 408-613-5126, and
- Cecie (Volunteer Coordinator): 408-910-5611.
- Meet starts at 8:15 am.
- Please do NOT park in the lot unless you are an AGCC member
- No pets
- Space is VERY limited, so please plan to squeeze in tight and share your EZ Ups!
- Snack Bar: The snack bar is run by the AGCC Country Club and is pricey. It might be a good idea to bring your own drinks, snacks, and food items.
- Meet entries and volunteer assignments have been posted to the LPAC @ Almaden page on the website.
MONTEVIDEO @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 10
GO PENGUINS!!
May 29, 2023
Dear Penguins and Parents:
Hope you’re enjoying this lovely Memorial Day Weekend! Thanks to everyone for pitching in at Time Trials on Saturday. This week we have only a few days to get ready for Almaden on Saturday!
WILL YOU BE AT THE MEET THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 3?
MEMORIAL DAY SWIM CLINIC: MONDAY, MAY 29
- There are no regular team practices on Memorial Day (Monday, May 29), but swimmers are invited to attend an optional Swim Clinic that morning from 9:00 to 10:30 am.
- The coaches will be working with small groups of kids on diving from the blocks, backstroke starts, pulldowns, and all types of turns. Swimmers who want to work on any of these skills are welcome to attend.
- Swimmers do not need to stay the whole time; they are welcome to drop in at any time and leave whenever they’d like.
TIME TIRALS MAKE-UP DAY: TUESDAY, MAY 30
- Swimmers who did not attend Time Trials on Saturday or missed any of their events MUST come to Make-Up Day on Tuesday, May 30 at 6:00 pm.
- For swimmers attending Make-Ups, it is MANDATORY that their parents stay and volunteer as timers and recorders during Make-Up Day.
- Please arrive on time!
- Please note there will be no regular night practices on Tuesday.
RAFT TRIP: SATURDAY, JULY 1, 2023
- The wet and wild LPAC Raft Trip will be on Saturday, July 1 (there is no swim meet that weekend). We reserve rafts for a ride down the scenic Stanislaus River. With the snow melt this year, please expect water levels to be higher than usual. Penguins and parents are welcome to join in the fun!
- Please note: part of the LPAC tradition includes attacking other boats with water guns and buckets to see who is truly “King of the River.” If you prefer a less intense experience, you can designate your raft as a “dry boat.”
- Many families choose to spend the night in Oakdale either Friday or Saturday night (or both) and make it a fun family weekend.
- There are only a limited number of rafts available, so be sure to get your forms and payment in ASAP if you plan to ride the river! See website for more details and a link to download form and waiver.
PRACTICES: Age range practice groups are listed below. **Note: There will be NO change in practice times after Memorial Day. Evening practice times will remain the same until we move to morning practices.
- 8 & under: 5:30–6:15 pm
- 9-11: 6:15–7:00 pm
- 12-14: 7:00–8:00 pm
- High School: 8:00–9:00 pm
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 26, 2023
Dear Penguins and Parents:
Here are some quick reminders before Time Trials tomorrow.
TIME TRIALS: SATURDAY, MAY 27
- Swimmers and parents need to check in before 7:15 am. Please be on time!
- If your child is sick, please call or text Coach Scott’s cell phone: 408-613-5126.
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- We have a few open positions (highlighted). If you are able to pick up a shift please email volunteers@lpac.org or text Cecie at 408.910.5611. And of course, if you cannot make it to the meet for any reason please let us know right away.
LPAC @ ALMADEN: SATURDAY, JUNE 3
TEAM SUITS: AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP
- Team jammers and racerback swimsuits are here! Amelia Hadfield will be available at practices today, 5/26 to pass them out. If you do not receive yours, Judy Seps will pass out the remaining suits at Time Trials.
- Thin strap swimsuits have not arrived yet, but will be coming soon!
MEMORIAL DAY SWIM CLINIC: MONDAY, MAY 29
- There are no regular team practices on Memorial Day (Monday, May 29), but swimmers are invited to attend an optional Swim Clinic that morning from 9:00 to 10:30 am.
TIME TIRALS MAKE-UP DAY: TUESDAY, MAY 30
- Swimmers who cannot attend Time Trials must come to Make-Up Day on Tuesday, May 30 at 6:00 pm.
- For swimmers attending Make-Ups, it is MANDATORY that their parents stay and volunteer as timers and recorders during Make-Up Day.
- Please arrive on time!
- Please note there will be no regular night practices on Tuesday.
May 22, 2023
Dear Penguins and Parents:
Hope everyone had a great time at Penguin Madness! Now the madness really begins as we prepare for our first meet of the season (Time Trials) this Saturday.
TIME TRIALS: SATURDAY, MAY 27
Time Trials will be this Saturday, May 27.
- Swimmers and parents should check in between 7:00 and 7:15 am.
- Coach Scott will have a brief meeting for new swimmers and their parents after warm-ups.
- The meet should be done around 1:00 pm.
- If you are new to the team, check out the Swim Meet Survival Tips article on the website for some helpful advice about what to bring, what to wear, etc.
- If your child will not be able to attend Time Trials, you need to let the coaches and volunteer coordinators know ASAP if you have not done so already. Please send an email to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org.
- Any swimmers who do not attend Time Trials must come to the make-up day on Tuesday, May 30 at 6:00 pm.
List of swimmers not attending Time Trials on Saturday, May 27: Grant G., Gwen G., Logan S., Kaya S., Diego C., Nico C., Jose C., AJ Ponder, Natalie C., Eva C., Olivia A., Anahita C., Jacob T., Alina M.
MEMORIAL DAY SWIM CLINIC: MONDAY, MAY 29
There are no regular team practices on Memorial Day (Monday, May 29), but swimmers are invited to attend an optional Swim Clinic that morning from 9:00 to 10:30 am. The coaches will be working with small groups of kids on diving from the blocks, backstroke starts, pulldowns, and all types of turns. Swimmers who want to work on any of these skills are welcome to attend. Swimmers do not need to stay the whole time; they are welcome to drop in at any time and leave whenever they’d like.
TIME TIRALS MAKE-UP DAY: TUESDAY, MAY 30
Swimmers who cannot attend Time Trials on Saturday must come to Make-Up Day on Tuesday, May 30 at 6:00 pm. Parents are expected to stay and volunteer as timers and recorders during Make-Up Day. Please arrive on time! Please note there will be no regular night practices on Tuesday.
PRACTICES:
Age range practice groups are listed below. **Note: There will be NO change in practice times after Memorial Day. Evening practice times will remain the same until we move to morning practices.
- 8 & under: 5:30–6:15 pm
- 9-11: 6:15–7:00 pm
- 12-14: 7:00–8:00 pm
- High School: 8:00–9:00 pm
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 19, 2023
Dear Penguins and Parents:
PENGUIN MADNESS:
Penguin Madness is on Friday, May 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
Pizza will be available starting at 5:30 pm.
Penguin Madness Teams are all set! Swimmers are encouraged to wear the color of their designated penguin team. We can’t wait to see everyone there! If you did not register your penguins by Wednesday night your penguins can still participate in the Madness! We will place them on a team when they arrive.
- This is a family event. Parents and siblings are invited to come and cheer on their favorite penguins.
- Bring your own folding chairs or blankets to sit on.
- The coaches will referee the events.
TIME TRIALS:
Time Trials will be on Saturday, May 27, which is on Memorial Day weekend. If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet, please send email to coaches@swimlpac.org and also to volunteers@swimlpac.org. If you do miss Time Trials, you must attend make-ups on Tuesday, May 30.
PRACTICES:
Age range practice groups are listed below.
- 8 & under: 5:30–6:15 pm
- 9-11: 6:15–7:00 pm
- 12-14: 7:00–8:00 pm
- High School: 8:00–9:00 pm
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 15, 2023
Dear Penguins and Parents:
PENGUIN MADNESS:
Penguin Madness is on Friday, May 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Penguin Madness teams are being created, so please sign up now. Penguin Madness Signups!
The Penguin Madness teams will be published on Thursday. Swimmers are encouraged to wear the color of their designated penguin team. We can’t wait to see everyone there!
TIME TRIALS:
Time Trials will be on Saturday, May 27, which is on Memorial Day weekend. If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet, please send email to coaches@swimlpac.org and also to volunteers@swimlpac.org. If you do miss Time Trials, you must attend make-ups on Tuesday, May 30.
TEAM SWIMSUIT PAYMENTS:
If you ordered team suits, please pay by Zelle, Venmo, or by Check to the following addresses:
Zelle: mike@illusionsactivewear.com
Venmo: @Illusions-Activewear
Check: Illusions Activewear, 2497 Harbor Blvd #10, Ventura, CA 93001
PRACTICES:
Age range practice groups are listed below.
- 8 & under: 5:30–6:15 pm
- 9-11: 6:15–7:00 pm
- 12-14: 7:00–8:00 pm
- High School: 8:00–9:00 pm
UPCOMING EVENTS:
