Hi, all—Get excited!

Our first preseason practices for competitive swimmers are this weekend (5/24 and 5/25) at 12:30 for 11 and under swimmers and 1:30 for 12+. Coach Ashley is out of town and Coach Haley will be in charge during practice. While the first practices are often a bit chaotic as swimmers find their lanes, things will soon seem much more settled. As a reminder, only competitive swimmers attend preseason practices. Placements for Pups will be 6/16 and 6/17 at 10:30-11:15. The first practice for Pups is 6/23.

Please consider attending a training to officiate. Right now, I only know of three potential officials for this summer. That will not be enough. We cannot run meets without officials. Your last two opportunities are:

May 20 7-9 (virtual or in person)

May 29 7-9 (virtual or in person)

In person is at: 241 E 4th Street, Suite 207 Frederick, MD 21701
To sign up, just fill out the form at this link, and let me know once you’ve signed up so we can keep track. We absolutely cannot run meets without officials. If you’re already a year-round official, no need to attend training—but you do still need to fill out the form and send me a quick email to let me know at [email protected].

Parents, we want our swimmers to develop a positive coaching relationship with their coaches and to get to know their teammates. Parents, siblings, friends, etc. should not approach the pool or the coaches during practice. This ensures that both the swimmers and the coaches can focus and make the best use of their time. If you have a concern during practice, please let me or another parent board member know. Coach Emma is also available to discuss concerns when swimmers are not in the water. While we love our Hammerheads’ parents, please take the practice time for your child as your time to get to know other parents, read a book, get some work done, get a coffee, take a walk, etc.

Fear the shark!

S