pointers run piranhas parent meeting
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Pointers Run Piranhas Parent Meeting. Sunday, May 17, 2009. Welcome and Introductions. Two swim meetings today. If you plan to swim for the Pheasant Ridge Rapids, the meeting is at 6:00 PM. Team Objectives. Swimmers should : Have fun and build confidence in their swimming abilities - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Welcome and Introductions
Two swim meetings today. If you plan to swim for the Pheasant Ridge Rapids, the meeting is at 6:00 PM
Team ObjectivesSwimmers should :
Have fun and build confidence in their swimming abilitiesDevelop good sportsmanship skills and feel a part of the community
The team holds various activities, other than meets, throughout the season such as: Pep rallies4th of July ParadeSwim-a-Ton/Charity fundraiser/sleepover at the pool (July 18th)Awards Banquet
Our season will be successful if your child, regardless of their swimming ability, wants to return next year
Requirements for SwimmersMust be able to swim one length of the pool (unassisted)
by Time Trials on June 13th
Swimmers must compete in either (3) dual meets or (2) dual meets plus time trials to receive a trophy
Swimmer’s age as of June 1, 2009 determines age group for competition throughout summer
Requirements for swimmersRealistic goals and expectations for swimmers…(and
parents)Child swimming doggy paddle may still be doggy paddling
at end of season
Coaches aren’t able to provide specific tailored instruction Kids learn at different rates and have different needs We encourage swimming lessons (discount for CA outdoor
lessons if on swim team)
Registration OptionsMail to Outdoor Pools Office postmarked by June 13th in
order to swim in the first meet on June 20th. Forms available at check-in table
Drop off the completed registration form to the Outdoor Pools Office by 2:00 PM on June 13th to be eligible to compete in first meet on June 20th.
Managers and Coaches are NO LONGER able to collect registration payments for CA.
Practice Schedule Pre-SeasonPre-Season Practice
Limited to 2 lanes (can be crowded, please be patient) Pool can be cold – be prepared, especially Hobbits Glen
Do not force kids into pool when really cold, rather have them go swim inside in a heated pool, or take a day off and keep on enjoying swimming
1-2 hot days and pool temperatures will rapidly rise
New Swimmers Monday, June 1st @ Hobbits Glen 6 & Under 5:00 --5:30 p.m. 7 – 8 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. 9 – 10 5:30 -- 6:00 p.m. 11 & Up 6:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Alternate days RH and HG; EXCEPT June 17th HG 18th HG 19th RH due to first Pep Rally Note: HG closed to public on Wednesdays, siblings cannot swim on these days.
Practice Schedule Regular Season Begins Monday, June 22th (Pool is closed to public during these sessions,
have all lanes to practice)
Morning Practices: MWF @ River Hill, Thursday @ Hobbits Glenn. 11 & Up 8-8:45 a.m. 7-10 8:45-9:30 a.m. 6 & Under 9:30-10 a.m.
Evening Practices Tuesday @ Clemens Crossing:
6&U 6:30-7 p.m. 7-10 7-7:30 p.m. 11&U 7:30-8 p.m.
Wednesday @ Hobbits Glenn 6&U 5-5:30 p.m. 7-10 5:30-6 p.m. 11&U 6-6:30 p.m.
Meets
Meets…
Relays
More on Meets
Questions
Welcome to Returning Families
Introduce managers
Introduce coaches
Volunteers
Parent Profile Job Opportunities BenefitsNew swimmer with young kids, difficult to volunteer during meets
Concession shopping Committee member
(swim-a-ton, awards banquet, 4th of July)
Set up, caravans
These jobs are done outside the regular meet time
Want to help the kids line up
6 & under shepherd Relay shepherd Deck supervisors
You can be on deck and cheer, volunteering only during the meet
Want the best seats in the house!
Timer Sweep judge/recorder Scorers Ribbon writers
Great views!The meets cannot happen without these jobs filled.
Do not want to be on deck Spirit Wear sales Concession stand
Raise valuable funds for team and build team unity
Cannot sit still for 4 hours Runner On deck and can see the races
CNSL FeesCoachesPool timeMeet equipment/speakersTrophies & basic ribbons
Concessions
CommunicationsProvide email address – Team email
[email protected] This e-mail goes to all 3 of us we try to have only one of us respond based on the question you are
askingWebsite – www.eteamz.active.com/pointersrunpiranhas. Will
be updated at least 2 x per week. Nina Burns manages the siteWhite board will be posted at some practicesMail folders alpha by family last name in team boxes Yahoo List ServeSome team information can also be found on the window next to
the concession stand
Swim Suits1st year of a 2-year suit
Try-on dates:June 12th @ RH Meeting Room 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.June 13th during Time Trials (by the baby pool)
Swimsuits can be purchased at Cy’s in Catonsville on Fredrick Road
Spirit Wear
Designed by Debra and Brooks GabelNew design this yearGreat giftsHelps identify the teamPut your name on the labels…
Pep RalliesHeld the evening before a home meet
2 primary pep rallies this season (Friday June 19th, Friday July 10th)
Other smaller team spirit activities (Friday June 12th)
CoachesCoach swim history and CA background
Goals for swimmers and team
Coaching philosophy
How can you help the coaches…
How you can help the coaches…
Practice Schedule & Swim GroupsRefer to calendar for schedule; Alternate days EXCEPT:
Wednesday, June 17th HG Thursday, June 18th HG Friday, June 19th RH due to first Pep Rally
Communication of practice cancellations
If rain we will practice E-mail through yahoo groups If pool is closed no practiceTHUNDER – no practice
USA Swimming and CNSL Rule ChangeStarts in shallow end no longer allowedThis will impact ALL 100 yard relaysNo change for 200 yard relays2nd and 4th swimmers will start in water and hold wall
until 1st or 3rd swimmer reaches the wallCoaches will practice this with the kidsThis will also impact the Masters RelayChange made with safety of all swimmers in mind
Questions