Hi everyone:  It was great seeing you all at the first practice of the season yesterday!  I think many of you have heard that I have run into some health issues. Others may be seeing me for the first time this spring and wondering why my speech sounds so slurred. I thought it might be helpful to send a note to help answer any questions that you or your kids may have.  I have been diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), which is a progressive disease that affects the nerves and muscles.  For many people, this starts with weakness in the arms or legs. I have a more rare version (Bulbar-Onset) that starts by affecting the nerves above my neck first. At this point, my primary symptoms are difficulty speaking and swallowing. I also seem to need a lot more sleep now — suddenly I can empathize with all the teenagers!  My family and I are adjusting to all the changes that come with this diagnosis, but one thing that hasn’t changed is our love for LPAC.  I know that Julia will do a great job as head coach, and I hope to do as much as I can to support her and the other coaches and swimmers this summer.  We’ll figure this all out together. Of course, it’s up to you as parents how much of this (if any) you want to share with your kids. It might be helpful if you at least let them know that I have an illness that makes it hard for me to talk. If they (or you) ever have any questions or have trouble understanding me, it’s totally fine to ask me to repeat myself.  I’m getting used to that.  🙂  In the meantime, Julie and I just want to say thank you to all of you who have already expressed such warm wishes to our family.  We can truly feel the love, and we are grateful every day to be part of such an incredible community. It’s going to be a great season… see you on the pool deck!  Scott

Dear Penguins and Parents:Welcome back! Regular team evening practices start today. Please join us for some munchies and drinks on the pool deck on Friday, May 2, as we kick off the season. We can’t wait to see you all at the pool!

PRACTICES:

Practices start April 28th with age group times as follows:

• 7 & under: 5:30-6:15 pm
• 8-10: 6:15-7:00 pm
• 11-14: 7:00-8:00 pm
• High school: 8:00-9:00 pm
   
• New Practice Age Groups in 2025.
  Please arrive on time and ready to swim! Make sure that your swimmer shows up at the right time

IMPORTANT RULES OF THE POOL

The Los Paseos Home Owner’s Association Board has asked for our assistance in maintaining their rules during swim meets and practices. Safety is of course everyone’s top concern. We also need to to be respectful of the HOA property. Parents and siblings are welcome to stay during swim practices, but we do ask that you please follow these guidelines:

• Children should not be at the pool without adult supervision; the coaches need to focus on the swimmers in the water.
• Kids should not be playing on the pool deck during practices at all. They are welcome to play on the grass but should not play in the horseshoe pits or around the storage shed area. No one is allowed in the Pickleball courts (Sportcourt area) unless already arranged with the Home Owners Association.
• Parents, please do not move furniture or adjust umbrellas during practices, and be sure to straighten up the area when you leave.

We appreciate your help keeping the pool environment safe and enjoyable for everyone!NEW TEAM SUIT THIS YEAR! 

Swimsuit try-ons are happening this week!

• Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
• Time: 5:00-8:00pm
• Location: Los Paseos Pool

Second swimsuit try-on event is on Thursday, May 1.

• Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
• Time: 5:00-8:00pm
• Location: Los Paseos Pool

Please remember to have your swimmer try on a swimsuit before they get in the pool for practice. It is much easier to try on suits when swimmers are not already wet!

Once you know what size your swimmer needs, please use the order link below to place your order! Place orders by May 4, 2025 to receive shipment by our first meet.  May the 4th be with you!

All LPAC members are encouraged to purchase team swim suits, but it is not required. Swimmers who choose not to purchase a team swim suit must have a solid black suit to use for team picture day and meets. 

ORDERING INFORMATION:

• Order Link: 2025 Swimsuit Order Link  Link open to order today!
• Payment: You will pay Agonswim.com directly when ordering
• Shipping: Orders will be shipped to the team and distributed at practices the week of 5/27
• Order Deadline:  5/4/25

DON’T FORGET: MERCHANDISE IS AVAILABLE UNTIL MAY 4h! 

We have Personalized Swim caps, T-shirts, Parkas, sweats and lots of other goodies to show your LPAC pride and keep your swimmers fashionably warm! This is the one time all season to order your spirit wear, so don’t miss out!Please use the 2025 LPAC Merchandise Order Form to place your order by May 4th!

Please check out the Suits & Merchandise page for up-to-date information.

PENGUIN MADNESS IS COMING UP!

Most of the year, we’re all one big happy penguin family. But at Penguin Madness, swimmers from all age groups are grouped into different penguin teams that compete in fun non-swimming events like tug-of-war and musical chairs to see who has the most penguin power. Sign your swimmer up by Monday, May 6th!

• Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
• Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• Cost: None
• RSVP by Monday, May 12: Sign up @ 2025 Penguin Madness RSVP

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• April 28: First Day of Practice
• April 30 & May 1: Swimsuit Try-ons
• 5/2:  Welcome Vibe event (Parents invited to practice)
• 5/16: Penguin Madness
• 5/26: Memorial Day Clinic (no regular practices)
• 5/31: Time Trials
• 6/2: Time Trial Make-Ups (no regular practices)
• 6/7:: LPAC @ Almaden 
• 6/9: Morning practices begin
• 6/12 8am-10:15am: Picture Day-: No regular practices
• 6/12 3:30pm-5:30pm: Penguin Pool Party
• 6/14: Silver Creek @ LPAC
• 6/21: Oaktree @ LPAC 
• 6/28: LPAC @ Montevideo
• 6/28: Overnighter and Cardboard Boat Races
• 7/1: Splash & Dash
• 7/5: No practice. Happy 4th of July!
• 7/5: Raft Trip (No meet)
• 7/12: LPAC @ Belwood 
• 7/12: Beach Trip (High School age group only)
• 7/17: Spirit Night
• 7/18: Spaghetti Dinner (High School age group)
• 7/19: Champs @ Morgan Hill Aquatic Center
• 7/20: Banquet