Jun 20, 2019
LPAC @ Belwood SAT 6/22: Penguins vs Dolphins who are faster?
- Location is Belwood Pool and Cabana Club, 100 Belwood Gateway, Los Gatos 95032
- Meet Entries Here
- Swimmer Check-in 7:15 AM ~ meet at picnic tables closest to parking lot in BBQ area
- Gates open 6:30 AM for setup. The following restrictions apply:
- EZ-Ups ok, no tarps or tents with floors allowed
- No use of kiddie pool
- Bocce ball area is closed and off limits
- No playing / loitering in the restrooms
- Please pick-up your trash after the meet
- No Pets allowed at the Belwood facility
- Parents Check in with Volunteer Coordinator
- Parent Relay Interest? Contact Christy Buchanan via text or call at 1(408)644-2151
- Call or Text Coach Scott at (408)613-5126 on Friday evening or Saturday morning if something unexpected stops you from attending the meet.
List of swimmers not attending meet on Saturday June 22: (swimmers contact Coaches@swimlpac.org and parent volunteers contact volunteers@swimlpac.org) . Trevor & Tanner Buchanan, Ainsley Keslin, Tessa Turner, Ethan Calderon, Ethan Hadfield, Kayla Wensmann, Ona Musoli-Buendia, Braedon Hoge, Emily Doughtery, Martin Kwende, Annika Breiland, Samuel Ipsaro & Alexis Galindo
Team Pictures Are In! Christy Buchanan will have the pictures at the met for you, if you don’t connect with her the team photos will be placed in your family file.
HS Age Group Community Service Project, Fri June 21st.
- Our City Forest Community Service Project details here
- Time 8:30 AM ~ 12 Noon, Lunch to follow at nearby spot
- Meet at LPAC pool at 8:30 AM and set up carpools to location
- 391 Chynoweth Ave, off of Highway 85
- Items to wear and bring
CHAMPS is fast approaching, we already have much to do!
- Champs Ads timeline has moved up to this week! Here is what you need to do to send well wishes and other fun notes to your swimmer in the official Champs Program:
- If you need help designing your Champs Ad, turn in your information to Kris Fuss by Monday June 24(THIS MONDAY) so we have the proper amount of time to help you get what you want.
- If you are designing your own Ad and submitting a completed design you can still use Monday, July 1st as the deadline.
- All payments are due Monday, July 1st, placed in the ‘ACTIVITIES’
- Ad Order Form here!
- We are still looking for someone on the team who will be able to shadow this year to take over for Kris next year, as she is aging out. Contact Kris with any questions 408-225-8797
- Champs Volunteering: Your family is required to sign up for at least one volunteer shift at Champs, the sign up will be available Monday morning 6/24, look for your email from the Volunteer Coordinator Sign Up Here .
- Champs Meals: We will have the order forms available soon, please check the wbsite for the order forms. Meal order forms and money are due July 6.
Overnighter Saturday, June 22-23!
- Drop-off at LPAC pool, Sat 6:00 PM no earlier please; Pick-up Sunday 8:00 AM
- Parents must sign in swimmers and provide an emergency poe number where they can be reached at any time.
- We will be doing some exciting (optional) Fun Team Relay Races starting at 6:15 and ending about 7:15. Join us and watch the fun unfold. All participating swimmers should come ready to be in the pool by 6:15
- High Schoolers may only use the old lawn chairs stacked behind the wall behind the pool for their sleeping arrangements. Do Not use any of the new chairs along the pool side
- Check the Overnighter page for more Details Here!
- Volunteer Signup Link Here!
JUST KEEP SWIMMING the LPAC Swim-a-Thon, is Tuesday, June 25th
LPAC swimmers, here’s your chance to help raise funds for the team while challenging yourself and getting a great workout. Collect pledges and then swim as many laps as you can to support LPAC and win prizes too! Details here. Pledge forms in file folders today or down
RAFTING TRIP SIGNUPS DUE TODAY!
- Pay online$28/person, must be 5 or older
- or Call to reserve your spot: 1(209)848-4800
must reference Reservation #15486
- Print & Sign Separate Waiver Forms for each person who will be rafting and turn in forms to the “ACTIVITIES’ folder by June 23
Contact Judy Seps LPAC contact 1(408)506-3532 with questions
Jun 16, 2019
LPAC Wins over Montevideo Piranhas ~ 127.9 to 107.5
We were able to swim faster than the Piranhas which lead to an LPAC win this past Saturday.
Records are broken Congratulations to:
- Boys 11-12, 200 Medley Relay set a new record of 2:16.21, 16 seconds faster than the previous value. Taylor DeSantis, Tomas Manole, Luke Anderson and Greyson Fang who comprise this speedy team.
- Boys 13-14 200 Freestyle Relay shaved off close to 4 seconds with a new record of 1:44.38. Anthony Anderson, Mathew Primeau, David Jerez and CJ Taylor led the charge in this successful endeavor.
WILL YOU BE AT THE MEET ON JUNE 22nd?
This weeks Swim Meet is away Saturday (6/22) against the Belwood team. If your child will miss all or part of the meet, email coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org by today at the latest. The volunteer coordinators need to know if parents will also be gone. Current list of expected absent swimmers include: Trevor & Tanner Buchanan, Ainsley Keslin, Tessa Turner, Vasiti Vunawai, Ethan Calderon, Ethan Hadfield, Kayla Wensmann, and Ona Musoli-Buendia.
Fun Age Group Event, Fri June 21 & 28th
This year, our penguin family is getting out into the community with some fun age-group service projects! We’ll be organizing one activity for each practice group, with events spread throughout the remainder of the season. See our fun age group
event details here.Our high schoolers and 12-14s will be volunteering with
Our City Forest, an awesome local organization that plants trees in public spaces around San Jose. We’ll be working at Martial Cottle Park helping to take care of a recently planted arboretum.
- Wear closed-toed shoes
- Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
- Bring a reusable water bottle and sunscreen
- All swimmers need a signed parent/guardian consent form.
The high schoolers will be working this Friday, June 21.
- Time: 8:30 AM ~ 12 Noon, Lunch to follow at nearby spot
- Location: Meet at LPAC pool at 8:30 AM and set up carpools to location
The 12-14s will be volunteering next Friday, June 28.
- Leave directly after practice at 8:45 AM
- Time: 8:45 AM (right after practice) ~ 12 Noon, Lunch to follow at nearby spot
- We’ll need parent drivers/chaperones; parents that are available to help out, please email Coach Amanda at akj@whenbynow.com.
Overnighter Saturday, June 22-23!
Are you ready for a night of fun and games? Saturday night, June 22, LPAC swimmers will camp out in tents on the grass next to the Los Paseos pool and stay up late swimming, dancing, playing dodge ball, and just having fun with their friends. LPAC Board members and their spouses stay the night and take shifts to be sure children are supervised at all times. We still need parent volunteers for a variety of areas to make this a fun night for all of the kids. This SIGNUP LINK goes live Monday 6/17/19 at 9:00 AM Look up Overnighter details here!
JUST KEEP SWIMMING the LPAC Swim-a-Thon, is Tuesday, June 25th
LPAC swimmers, here’s your chance to help raise funds for the team while challenging yourself and getting a great workout. Collect pledges and then swim as many laps as you can to support LPAC and win prizes too! Details here.
RAFTING TRIP:
- Pay online $28/person, must be 5 or older
- or Call to reserve your spot: 1(209)848-4800
must reference Reservation #15486
- Print & Sign Separate Waiver Forms for each person who will be rafting and turn in forms to the “ACTIVITIES’ folder by June 23
MOTEL-6 RESERVATIONS ARE DUE
- Call 209-847-8181 to make reservation and provide LPAC Group No: 4619ABN445 to obtain pricing and access to blocked rooms.
- Rates
- 2 beds/room @ $119.99 + Tax per night
- single King @ $109.99 + Tax per night
Judy Seps is LPAC contact @ 408-506-3532
Champs is just around the corner it is time to do a few things now:
- We need a parent volunteer who can shadow Kris Fuss and learn to create the graphics for the Champs Adds we purchase as parents and companies. Please connect with Christy Buchanan to discuss this vital position at 1(408) 644-2151
- Want to send well wishes and other fun notes of encouragement to your swimmer in the Champs Program? Here are all the details you need to know. Ad copy and payment is due by Monday, July 1st and should be turned in to the “ACTIVITIES” file folder. If you have any questions, please call Kris at 408-225-8797.
Jun 12, 2019
LPAC Penguins vs Montevideo Piranhas
Saturday, June 15, 2019
- Gate opens at 6:15 AM for families to set up easy-ups etc.
- Swimmers check in with coaches by 6:30 AM
- Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinator
- What event are you swimming? Meet Entries Here
- Call or Text Coach Scott at
(408) 613-5126 if something unexpected comes up Friday evening or Saturday morning
List of swimmers not attending meet on Saturday June 15th: (swimmers contact Coaches@swimlpac.org and parent volunteers contact volunteers@swimlpac.org
Ethan Hadfield, Roxie Pombo, Everett Leung-Thomas, Marcus Fumagalli, Emily Tang and Erin Hoge
Parents needed for Parent Relay!
If you can swim across the pool, then you can be in the parent relay. Bring your suit and a towel and connect with Christy Buchanan via text or call at 1(408) 644-2151 for details and signup. Remember all the Penguins will be cheering for you too!
Overnighter Saturday, June 22-23!
The annual Overnighter is one of LPAC’s most treasured traditions and a highlight of every swim team season. LPAC swimmers get to camp out in tents on the grass next to the Los Paseos pool and stay up late swimming, dancing, playing dodge ball, and just having fun with their friends. LPAC Board members and their spouses stay the night and take shifts to be sure children are supervised at all times. Look up Overnighter details here!
LPAC Swim-a-thon, Tuesday, June 25th
LPAC swimmers, here’s your chance to help raise funds for the team while challenging yourself and getting a great workout. Collect pledges and then swim as many laps as you can to support LPAC and win prizes too! Details here.
RAFTING TRIP:
Judy Seps is LPAC contact 408-506-3532
MOTEL-6 RESERVATIONS ARE DUE
(take advantage of block reservations, rooms released June 14)
- Call 209-847-8181 to make reservation and provide LPAC Group No: 4619ABN445 to obtain pricing and access to blocked rooms.
- Rates
- 2 beds/room @ $119.99 + Tax per night
- single King @ $109.99 + Tax per night
- Pay online $28/person, must be 5 or older
- or Call to reserve your spot: 1(209)848-4800
must reference Reservation #15486
- Print & Sign Separate Waiver Forms for each person who will be rafting and turn in forms to the “ACTIVITIES’ folder by June 23
Jun 9, 2019
LPAC Wins over Almaden Gators ~ 131.8 to 114.0
It was a great effort as the LPAC team members showed improved times 77% of the time. All of these improvement points actually add to our overall score and helped us solidify the win. We want to keep that going, so be sure to take the time and come to morning practice. We know it can be a challenge sometimes for the teenagers to rise and shine for their 6:45 AM practice, but keep in mind, practice will makes us all stronger and yes even faster.
WILL YOU BE AT THE MEET ON JUNE 15th?
This weeks Swim Meet is at home on Saturday (6/15) against the Montevideo Piranhas If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet, please send email to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org by today at the latest. The volunteer coordinators need to know if parents will be gone as well so they can fill in with other penguin volunteers. Current list of expected absent swimmers include: Ethan Hadfield, Roxie Pombo, Everett Leung-Thomas, and Marcus Fumagalli.
MORNING PRACTICE STARTS THIS WEEK ~ Set your alarm, get out of bed, and swim!
- High School: 6:45–7:45/8:15 am*
- 12-14: 7:45–8:45/9:15 am*
- 9-11: 8:45–9:30 am
- 8 & under: 9:30–10:15 am
*** Dry-land for swimmers 12 & up, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Bring your running shoes***
Contact Coaches if you miss practice and join them at night practice Mon-Thu 8:00~9:00 PM
RAFTING TRIP:
Judy Seps is LPAC contact 408-506-3532
MOTEL-6 RESERVATIONS ARE DUE
(take advantage of block reservations, rooms released June 14)
- Call 209-847-8181 to make reservation and provide LPAC Group No: 4619ABN445 to obtain pricing and access to blocked rooms.
- Rates
- 2 beds/room @ $119.99 + Tax per night
- single King @ $109.99 + Tax per night
- Pay online $28/person, must be 5 or older
- or Call to reserve your spot: 1(209)848-4800
must reference Reservation #15486
- Print & Sign Separate Waiver Forms for each person who will be rafting and turn in forms to the “ACTIVITIES’ folder by June 23
Jun 7, 2019
First Dual Meet of the Year: LPAC Penguins vs Almaden Gators
- Gate open at 6:30 AM for families to set up their easy-ups etc,..
- Swimmers must check in with coaches by 6:45 AM
- Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinator
- What event are you swimming? Meet Entries Here
- We have a great snack bar and all proceeds help LPAC Penguins, so enjoy!
- Need help with what to pack and what to expect? Swim Meet Survival Tips
- Call or Text Coach Scott at 408-613-5126 if something unexpected comes up Friday evening or Saturday morning
List of swimmers not attending Dual Meet on Saturday June 8th: (swimmers contact Coaches@swimlpac.org and parent volunteers contact volunteers@swimlpac.org)
Dylan Doucette, Ona Musoli-Buendia, Ethan Hadfield, Alexis Galindo, AJ Ponder, Emily Tang, Jake, Taylor & Chase DeSantis, Cruz Morales-Seymour, Roxie Pombo, Isabel Nelson, Claire & Genevieve Amador, Daniela Fasan, Elizabeth Burke, Yasmin & Behnam Hajizadeh, Daitarih Hansen.
Parents needed for Parent Relay!
Our first Parents Relay will be held following the coaches relay this Saturday at the end of the meet. If you can swim across the pool, then you can be in the parent relay. Bring your suit and a towel and connect with Christy Buchanan via text or call at 1(408) 644-2151 for details and signup. Remember all the Penguins will be cheering for you too!
What is Happening Next:
- MORNING PRACTICE BEGINS MONDAY JUNE 10TH
- High School: 6:45–7:45/8:15 am*
- 12-14: 7:45–8:45/9:15 am*
- 9-11: 8:45–9:30 am
- 8 & under: 9:30–10:15 am
Night practice is available for swimmers who miss morning practice due to summer school or work commitments. Monday – Thursday 8:00 – 9:00 PM Swimmers must have coaches’ prior permission to attend night practices.
***Swimmers ages 12 and up have 30 minutes of dry-land exercises immediately following their regular practice times on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Bring running shoes on dry-land days.***
RAFTING TRIP:
Judy Seps is LPAC contact 408-506-3532
MOTEL-6 RESERVATIONS ARE DUE
(take advantage of block reservations, rooms released June 14)
- Call 209-847-8181 to make reservation and provide LPAC Group No: 4619ABN445 to obtain pricing and access to blocked rooms.
- Rates
- 2 beds/room @ $119.99 + Tax per night
- single King @ $109.99 + Tax per night
Rafting Reservations Are Due:
- Pay online $28/person, must be 5 or older
- or Call to reserve your spot: 1(209)848-4800
must reference Reservation #15486
- Print & Sign Separate Waiver Forms for each person who will be rafting and turn in forms to the “ACTIVITIES’ folder by June 23
Jun 3, 2019
Dear Penguin Family,
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!
TIME TRIALS MAKE-UP DAY: MONDAY, JUNE 3rd
Swimmers who did not attend Time Trials on Saturday or missed any of their events MUST come to Make-Up Day on Monday, June 3 at 6:00 pm. Parents are expected to stay and volunteer as timers and recorders. Please arrive on time! Please note there will be no regular night practices on Monday. If you swam all your events at Time Trials, you get the night off!
PICTURE DAY: TUESDAY, JUNE 4th
- Individual photos for Association members will start at 4:00 pm.
- ALL swimmers should be at the pool by 5:15 pm for the team photo.
- Any remaining individual photos can be taken after the team photo.
- All swimmers should wear either an LPAC team suit or a plain black swim suit.
- We will still have practices as usual for all age groups:
- 10 & under: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
- 11-13: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
- 14-18: 8:00 – 9:00 pm
- Please check your family file for the photo order envelope and bring that to the photographer.
- Your team dues include one individual photo, one team photo, and a photo button. If you’d like to order additional copies and/or buddy photos, please bring your checkbook to make the additional payment.
WILL YOU BE AT THE MEET ON JUNE 8th?
Our first dual meet of the season is at home this Saturday (6/8) against the Almaden Gators. If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet, please send email to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org by today at the latest. The volunteer coordinators need to know if parents will be gone as well so they can fill in with other penguin volunteers. So far we know that we will be missing; Dylan Doucette, Ona Musoli-Buendia, Ethan Hadfield, Alexis Galindo, AJ Ponder, Emily Tang, Jake, Chase, and Taylor DeSantis.
