Change in Times for Practice Tomorrow and for Backstroke Clinic

Hello Everyone,

Just a quick update on a couple of time changes...

Practice tomorrow morning (Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2009) is only a 2 hour practice not a 3 hour practice. That was a typo! So practice tomorrow is from 10:00-12:00.

Also, the stroke clinic tomorrow for everyone (all age groups) is from 12:00 to 1:30. There wasn't enough swimmers signed up for the two clinics so we have combined it into one clinic.

Sorry for the confusion!

Coach Tracy

Christmas Training Camp

Hello Everyone,

Below is the information on the Christmas training camp. This camp is for the Tier 3, 4 and Regional Training groups.

Monday, Dec. 28, 09: 11:00-12:30 practice, 12:30-1:00: Tour Team Activity

Tuesday, Dec. 29, 09: 10:00-1:00 practice
4:30-6:00 practise at CARI for the Regional Group ONLY

Wednesday, Dec. 30,09: 2:00-4:00 practice, 4:00-5:00 dryland for Tier 4 and Regional Group ONLY

Thursday, Dec. 31, 09: 10:00-1:00 practice

If you have any questions about the camp feel free to contact either myself or Dave.

I hope all of you have a very Merry Christmas!! Enjoy the few days off to spend with family and friends!

Coach Tracy

No Dryland Today

Note: no dryland today (Wednesday - Dec. 23) Swim practice is at the normal time.

Tanya

Dolphins Tour Team Announcement

I know everyone has been waiting for the Dolphins Tour Team announcement. Below is the list of swimmers that have been named to the team. Currently the team is not full and we will add to the team (vacant spots only) if swimmers qualify (i.e. achieve B times for the 11 & overs, come first in an event for 10 & unders and meet the attendance record).

10 & Under Female
Grace Meade

10 & Under Male
Chase Holt

11 & 12 Males
Zach Doiron
Drake Holt
Nick Meade
Evan Tynski

11 & 12 Females
Jessica Proctor
Cecilia Campbell

13 & 14 Males
Bearon Bracegirdle
Patrick Strongman

13 & 14 Females
Jessica Campbell
Julia Campbell
Martina Cormier
Maggie Finkle Aucoin

15 & Over Males
Gavin Cousins
Zach Martin

15 & Over Females
Emily Finkle Hammer
Brianna Meade
Molly Wedge

Please note that in order for swimmers to hold their spot on the team, they must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance.

Congratulations to all the swimmers that made this team. It should be a fun and exciting opportunity for our Dolphin swimmers!! Check back later today for information on practices over the Christmas Holidays for the Tour Team.

For the other swimmers still trying to make this team....keep up the great work!! There are still several spots on the team that are open and one could be yours!

The Dolphins Coaching Staff

Swim PEI Clinics

Parents and Swimmers:
Please see the info below re upcoming swim clinics offered by Swim PEI. Swim PEI is planning on offering other clinics throughout the season so please check out their site for details. All clinics are offered at the CARI pool in Charlottetown.

Swim PEI will be holding stroke clinics on the following days in December. Focus will be on individualized feedback on stroke technique and the turn of the stroke covered during the clinic. These clinics will be run by Swim PEI Executive and Technical Director Jamie Whynacht and will include underwater video analysis of the swimmer’s stroke and turn.
Dec. 20th 5:00 – 6:30 Freestyle
Dec. 21st 4:30 – 6:00 Backstroke
Dec. 22nd 4:30 – 6:00 Breaststroke
Dec. 23rd 4:30 – 6:00 Butterfly
Cost for each clinic is $20 (cheques made payable to Swim PEI) and registration cut off is 20 swimmers per clinic on a first signed up first served basis. You will not be considered “signed up” until the below form is handed in with payment. Forms can be mailed or dropped off to:
Swim PEI 40 Enman Crescent Charlottetown, PEI

Christmas Update

Dear Dolphin Parents:

Wow, it is hard to believe that we are only a week away from Christmas and 2010 is quickly approaching. Before we take a much deserved break over the Holidays, I wanted to touch base on a couple of things:

Last day of practice – Last day of practice is December 23, 2009.

Christmas Camp – A Christmas camp will be held for T3, T4 and Regional groups. Please check the blog for practice times.

Suits / Goggles – Suits have NOT arrived yet, I was told they would arrive before Christmas, but no news yet. I will blog if they come in before Christmas and distribute at the CUP. Goggles – I know that I have received a few calls from folks wanting goggles before Christmas so I will be at the CUP THIS SATURDAY between 10 – 10:30 am (ONLY) if anyone wants them.

BAG – A parent asked me to order a black bag for them at the Christmas Party – Unfortunately this is on back order – please contact me if you want it after Christmas.

Backstroke Clinic – Will be offered during Christmas Break – please check the blog for details.

I think that is it! On behalf of the entire executive, we wish each of you a very merry Christmas and lots of happiness during this special season.



Tanya

Backstroke Clinic Over the Holidays

Hello Everyone,

There is going to be a backstroke clinic over the holidays. Here are the clinic details...

Date: Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Time: 12:00- 1:30: 10 & Under
1:30-3:00: 11 & Over
Cost: $20/swimmer
To Register: Please contact me at tracyguimond@summersidedolphins.ca by Dec. 28, 2009.

Please check back soon for the details on the Christmas Training Camp for the Tier 3/4 and Regional Training Groups.

Coach Tracy

Scheduled Power Outage Tomorrow Morning

Hello Everyone,

I am sure most of you have heard already but just to confirm, the City of Summerside has scheduled a power outage for tomorrow morning. CUP will not be opening until at least 7:00 AM tomorrow morning so all practices have been cancelled.

Coach Tracy

Dolphins Track Suit

Hi All,
we have a Dolphins Women's track suit that was ordered for someone that it does not fit. If anyone is interested, it is a women's small coat, and a women's medium pants.
You can reach us a ctree@islandtelecom.com or 888-2432.
Thanks
Lisa Finkle and J. Hammer

Practice Cancelled Tomorrow AM

Hello Everyone,

All practices are cancelled for tomorrow AM. The latest weather forecast is still calling for 15cm of snow overnight so we have cancelled.

Practices will go as normal tomorrow afternoon as long as school is not cancelled. If school is cancelled, practices are cancelled.

Coach Tracy

Update: Practice Schedule

Hello Everyone,

Please note the following practice cancellations...

Friday, December 11, 2009- Regional Practice from 4:00-6:00 is cancelled
Saturday, December 12, 2009- Tier 3/4/Regional practices from 8:30-10:30 are cancelled

Most swimmers are away at the Moncton swim meets this weekend so these practices have been cancelled.

Please check back later today for an update on tomorrow AM's practice. We are waiting to hear the latest weather forecast.

Coach Tracy

No Practice Tomorrow for Tier 4/Regional Groups

Hello Everyone,

There will be NO PRACTICE tomorrow (Friday) for the Tier 4/Regional Groups. Regular practice on Saturday morning.

Enjoy the practice off!

Coach Tracy

Montague Development Meet

Hello Everyone,

I just received the meet package this morning for the Montague Meet and there have been some major changes. The first change is the date. The meet is now going to be held on December 19, 2009 instead of the 12th. Montague had a hard time getting pool time, plus a lot of parents and swimmers are away in Moncton on the 12th. Please see below for all of the meet details...

Date: Saturday, December 19, 2009
Location: Atlantic Fitness Center East, Montague
Eligibility: 12& Under Swimmers (Note: A & B Standard swimmers are ineligible)
Warm-Up: 12:00 PM (meet should be finished by 3:00)
Meet Fees: $22.00/swimmer
Meet Entry Deadline: December 14, 2009

Please let your swimmer's coach know if your swimmer will be participating in the meet by December 14, 2009. Late entries will not be accepted.

Any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Coach Tracy

AND THE WINNER IS!

The winner of our $500 cash draw is:

Sharon Oliver from North Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Nathan Fennell sold the lucky ticket!

Congrats to Sharon and thanks to all Dolphins for making our fundraiser a great success!

Tanya

Moncton Meet Fees

Hi Everyone,
Just want to confirm for those "A" time swimmers attending the 3 day meet in Moncton Dec 11 - 13th - the cost will be $55. Thanks,

Tanya

REMINDER - tickets / potluck

Hi Parents,

just a reminder that we will be doing our "Cash Draw" for $500 on November 30th. Please drop all your tickets off at the front desk of Credit Union Place no later than Sunday, November 29th. (also, feel free to bring them to the potluck on Sunday)

Any questions, please email Lisa Finkle at ctree@islandtelecom.com

Thanks,

Tanya

NB Short Course Champs and NB Development Meet

Hello Everyone,

Below is the information on the upcoming swim meets that are in Moncton. Please note that there are two separate meets going on this weekend at the same pool. Depending on the level of your swimmer ("A" Standard or not), will determine which swim meet your swimmer can attend. Please see below....

Meet #1: NB Short Course Champs
Date: December 11-13, 2009
Location: CEPS Pool, University of Moncton
Eligibility: NB "A" Standards (your swimmer must have one NB "A" Standard)
Warm-Up Times: Friday, Prelims: 8:00 AM, Finals: 4:30 PM
Saturday, Prelims: 8:00 AM, Finals: 4:30 PM
Sunday, Prelims: 8:00 AM, Finals: 4:00 PM
Meet Entry Fees: $46.00 + Dolphins Coaching Fee (TBD)
Entry Deadline: December 1, 2009

The following swimmers have achieved an "A" standard...
Bearon Bracegirdle
Andrew Brawn
Jessica Campbell
Martina Cormier
Gavin Cousins
Zach Doiron
Maggie Finkle Aucoin
Emily Finkle Hammer
Drake Holt
Brianna Meade
Nick Meade
Jessica Proctor
Patrick Strongman
Evan Tynski
Molly Wedge

Meet #2: Development Meet
Date: Saturday, December 12, 2009
Location: CEPS Pool, University of Moncton
Eligibility: Age 11 & Over ("A" level swimmers are NOT eligible to attend this meet)
Warm-Up Time: 11:30 AM
Meet Entry Fee: $15.00 + Dolphins Coaching Fee (TBD)
Entry Deadline: November 28, 2009

Please let your swimmer's coach know by the entry deadline if your swimmer(s) will be attending the meet. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks everyone!

Tracy

Dolphins Rocked the House!

As coach Dave says, "Nobody comes into our house and pushes us around!". Our Dolphins stepped up to the blocks this weekend and swam their hearts out! We had a total of 34 swimmers compete at this year's event, the most ever for the Dolphins.

There were many of the Dolphin swimmers that swam 100% personal best times and every single swimmer swam at least one best time, including our senior swimmers.

In the 11-12 age category, our Dolphin swimmers were consistently earning the top spots (both male and females).

We had a few more swimmers achieve their "A" times, and many achieve their "B" times.

The Dolphin Swim Club now has 3 swimmers ranked in the top 50 in Canada in their age group. Those swimmers are:

Molly Wedge: 50 Free (24th)
100 Free (32nd)
50 Fly (32nd)

Evan Tynski: 400 Free (43rd)
50 Breast (45th)

Zach Doiron: 400 Free (40th)
50 Breast (22nd)
100 Breast (47th)
200 Breast (30th)

Congratulations to all Dolphins swimmers! You all swam amazing!

Also, a big thank-you to all the parents that helped out during the meet. We could not have put on such a great meet without all of you! Thank-you!

Please check the blog soon for details on the next swim meet.

Coach Tracy

Last Night Before the Weekend Meet

Ok everyone here is the duties list for the weekend . We are still looking for timers for all sessions but most importantly Friday night. Sign up and help out please.Duties%20update.pdf
If you can not open the file try downloading this. Adobe Reader

Latest Update on the Duties

More parents are signing up , but as you can see still there are a few gaps left to fill!Duties%20update.pdf

Volunteers Still Needed Sign Up Today!

Hello everyone,
Here is how we are shaping up after the first couple of asks. Below is the first draft please review and sign up for the missing holes. I little help goes a long way! Please email at jhammer@city.summerside.pe.ca to sign up . Did I say Please!
Click here for a PDF of the Daily Duties >>>> Duties1.pdf

Volunteers still needed

Hi Everyone,
I am looking for timers, marshallers, people to sell programs and some of the younger swimmers to be runners. Please email as soon as possible with your availability for this weekend. We can train timers and marshallers. Remember volunteering is the best seat in the house :) jhammer@city.summerside.pe.ca

Christmas Potluck

To All Swimmers and Their Families

You are all invited to our Christmas Party on Sunday, November 29, 2009, at the Wilmot Communtity Centre.

We hope that a special guest from the North Pole will attend!!! As we are having a pot luck we would ask that the parents of each Tier bring the following:

Junior Dolphins - Main Dishes or Casseroles
Tier I - Main Dishes or Casseroles
Tier II - Deserts
Tier III - Main Dishes or Salads (pasta, potato, greens)
Tier IV - Finger Foods (veggie tray,cheese 'n crackers, chicken wings)
Regional - We will contact you individually

If anyone has any questions regarding the pot luck please contact Karen Steele (888-3899).

We hope to see you all there for a fun filled evening!

Merry Christmas!!!!

The Social Committee

Hotel Rooms for NB Short Course Champs Meet

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to pass along the information on the hotel rooms for the NB Short Course Champs Meet that is scheduled for December 11-13, 2009. There has been a block of rooms booked for us by a Bluephin parent. Hotel rooms were hard to come by as there are many other events going on it Moncton during that weekend. Here are the details below. Please note the booking date deadline.

Hotel: Delta Beausejour
Cost: $109.00/night]
Includes: Free parking, hot breakfast for an additional $6/person, & mini fridge in room
Phone: 1-888-351-7666
Team Booking #: 1209PEIB (under the Charlottetown Bluephins Swim Team- PEI)
Booking Deadline: November 20, 2009

Please call and reserve your room with your credit card. Rooms will be released after November 20, 2009.

If you are unsure whether or not your swimmer has qualified for this meet, please contact me ASAP.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Reminder: Meet Entries are Due Sunday, November 15, 2009

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to send out a friendly reminder that the meet entries for our meet next weekend are due on Sunday, November 15, 2009. Please let you swimmer's coach know by this date. Late entries into this meet will not be accepted.

Thanks everyone!

Coach Tracy

Dolphins Clothing

Hello Everyone,

Just a friendly reminder...Cindy Bracegirdle will be at the pool tomorrow from 4:00-6:00 to take Dolphin clothing orders. This will be the LAST opportunity to view the clothing and to place your orders. You don't want your swimmer to miss out! We have some pretty cool pieces of clothing including a new track suit! Stop by the pool tomorrow to check it out!

See you there!

Coach Tracy

2009 Fall Splash Invitational

Hello Everyone,

Many of you may have noticed that the meet package for the 2009 Fall Splash has been posted on our website. I just wanted to provide a bit more info on the meet.

This meet is for all swimmers in our Club that are 11 & Over. This is the first opportunity this year for our swimmers to swim heats and finals. We are encouraging EVERY swimmer that is 11 & over to participate in this meet, it is a great swim meet format and we are hosting!!

Here are the details...

Dates: November 20-22, 2009
Location: Our Home Pool
Warm-Up Times: Friday Prelims: 4:30-5:00 PM
Saturday Finals: 8:00-9:00 AM
Saturday Prelims: 4:00-5:00 PM
Sunday Finals: 8:00-9:00 AM
Meet Fees: $38.00/swimmer, payable to SDSC
Entry Deadline: Sunday, November 15, 2009

Please let your swimmer's coach know by the entry deadline if your swimmer(s) will be participating in this meet. Also, meet fees are due on November 16, 2009. Please hand in meet fees to the front desk at CUP.

Any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or any member of the coaching staff.

Coach Tracy

Remembrance Day Practice Schedule

Please note, there will be regular scheduled practice on November 11, 2009 for all groups EXCEPT for the Regional group. The pool does not open until 9:00 AM so the Regional group will be practicing from 2:30-4:00 PM instead of the early morning workout.

Also, dryland for the Tier 4 and Regional group will begin on November 11, 2009 at 4:00 PM. Please have your swimmer bring appropriate clothing (i.e. shorts, t-shirt and running sneakers).

Any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Coach Tracy

Breastroke Stroke Clinic, Saturday, November 7, 2009

Hello Everyone,

Just a reminder about the breastroke clinic next weekend...it is almost full! There is one spot remaining in the 11 & over clinic and six spots remaining in the 10 & under.

Here are the clinic details...

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009
Cost: $20.00/swimmer
Time: 1:00-2:30- 10 & Under Swimmers
2:30-4:00- 11 & Over Swimmers
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2009

Please e-mail at tracyguimond@summersidedolphins.ca to register your swimmer(s).

Coach Tracy

Volunteer Activities

Dear Dolphin Parents,

The volunteer incentive program that was introduced this year appears to be quite a success! We had lots of families on the deck during our time trial October 17th – which was awesome!

John Bowser has ‘volunteered’ to keep track of our club’s volunteer activities, so when you volunteer, please email John so he can keep track of the number of ballots you will receive towards a free registration next year. His email is: jbowser@eastlink.ca

We still have lots to accomplish this year, so if you have any interest in the following, please let me know. (click here for a complete list of volunteer opportunities: HYPERLINK)

Sponsorship:
We would love to explore securing sponsorship for your club. This may be designed as a bronze – silver – gold sponsor program, or securing one major sponsor. With a growing club, a sponsor could assist in branding our club (and their business), suits for our swimmers, help with hosting meets, and so on. If you have any interest in working with a group towards this goal, please let me know.

Meet November 22-24th:
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
We will be hosting the Fall Splash meet in November. Last year was the first time SDSC hosted a three day meet and it was a huge success thanks to all the families who gave us a few hours of their time. There are many roles to fill, so please let J Hammer know if you can give some time: jhammer@city.summerside.pe.ca
Friday November 22 (evening only)
Saturday November 23 (morning and / or evening)
Sunday November 24 (morning only)

Social Committee:
The social committee will be lead this year by Karen Steele. The SDSC hopes to have 3-4 fun activities for our team throughout the year. Karen would love to have some creative parents join her with these projects – If you are interested, please just show up on November 7th at 2 pm at the Credit Union Place. (stroke clinics are happening that afternoon). Contact info:
hammersteele@hotmail.com or by phoning 888-3899.


Thanks everyone,

Tanya

Team Clothing Order

The SDSC is excited to once again offer team clothing for our swimmers. There were several requests for track suits last year and I am happy to say they are available for purchase this year! You can see the full clothing line by clicking here:

A big thank you to Cindy Bracegirdle for being our team clothing coordinator this year. Cindy will be available at the CUP with sample clothing on the following dates and will take orders then.
Wednesday November 4th between 4-6:30 pm
Tuesday November 10th between 4 – 6:00 pm

We will make every effort to receive your orders before Christmas.

Fantastic Results Achieved by Dolphin Swimmers this Past Weekend!

This past weekend our club had 42 swimmers compete at the Pentathlon Meet in Charlottetown. Our team saw fantastic results! We are only one month into the season and already we saw major improvements in stroke technique. Along with improvements in technique came many personal best times. Overall our team achieved 78% personal best times! That is super for the first meet of the year!

To see the complete set of results, check out our bulletin board at the pool.

There are swimmers that met a new milestone this past weekend that I would like to highlight.

The Pentathlon Meet was the first swim meet EVER for the following swimmers...
Ally Clow
Lydia Hemphill
Emily MacIssac
Logan Palmer
Chelsey Perry

Congratulations to you five for an outstanding first meet!

The following swimmers achieved their "East Coast" standard for the first time...
Evan Tynski

Congratulations to all the swimmers that competed this weekend! Looking forward to our next meet in our home pool!

Coach Tracy

No Practice on Saturday AM

Just a reminder to all...NO PRACTICE on Saturday, October 24, 2009 due to the swim meet in Charlottetown. GO DOLPHINS!

Coach Tracy

First Meet Advice

Parents:
As our first team meet is only 48 hours away, I thought I would 'cut-and-paste' some points to consider in preparation. I know for many Dolphin parents, this is your first meet, so feel free to ask lots of questions. Meets are a very exciting time for our swimmers - it is why they work so hard in practice. I am sure you will find Saturday exciting as well - GO DOLPHINS!!!!!

•Pack lots of clothing and towels for your swimmer. They will go through lots of them through the day.
•Pack water, healthy snacks and drinks. Coaches will probably give your swimmer some advice before a meet on the best choices.
•Make sure you get directions to the pool before you leave.
•Pack a lawn chair – some pools have seating and some do not, so it is always best to be prepared with a chair.
•Do not take pictures at the start of a race, as the flash of the camera interferes with the race start.
•Pools, as a rule, are very warm. You may wish to dress in layers, bring along a pair of sandals or pack a pair of shorts.
•For off island meets, team members are usually asked to stay until the last swimmer on the team is finished, so everyone can cheer their teammate on.
•Even though parents are not competing in a meet, you will find sitting in a hot pool for the better part of a day very tiring. When attending weekend meets, try not to plan too many events, as you will need time to rest.
•In the majority of cases, programs will be sold at meets, so you may want to make sure you bring some cash along. The program will show your swimmers best time (if they have one) for the event for which they are registered.
•Many pools do not have electronic timer systems. I would encourage you to bring along a stop watch so you can celebrate any personal bests your swimmer might achieve. It is also a great tool to see how other Dolphins are doing and to encourage them when they achieve a personal best. This is a great way to build team spirit.
•A few days after the meet, you can visit our website (www.summersidedolphins.ca) and click on the results button. This will take you to the swim direct website where the results of the meet are posted (you do not need to log onto this service.)

URGENT: Please register your swimmer with Swimming Canada

Hi There,

Each family should have received an e-mail from Swimming Canada inviting you to complete your swimmer(s) on-line registration. This MUST be completed before Tuesday, October 20, 2009 or your swimmer(s) will not be able to participate in the meet this weekend. Swimming Canada requires this registration to activate your swimmer(s) insurance.

If you have not received an e-mail from Swimming Canada, please contact Eva Strongman ASAP at patikate@pei.eastlink.ca .

Thanks everyone for your attention to this matter.

Tanya

Coaches Contact Information

Summerside Dolphin Swim Club
2009-2010

Coach’s Contact Information

Tracy Stevenson, Head Coach (Tier IV & Regional Groups)
Phone: 368-2517 (H) 368-4540 (W)
E-mail: tracyguimond@summersidedolphins.ca or tracy@parasportpei.ca

Dave Campbell, Assistance Coach (Tier III & IV Groups)
Phone: 658-2534 (H) 367-4500 (W) 628-7602 ©
E-mail: yd.campbell@pei.sympatico.ca

Lori Gandy, Assistant Coach (Tier II Group)
Phone: 436-1695 (H) 432-1282(W)
E-mail: lgandy@city.summerside.pe.ca

Jennifer Power-Hawrylak, Assistant Coach (Tier IB Group)
Phone: 724-2400 (H)
E-mail: Jennifer.Power-Hawrylak@cra-arc.gc.ca , jenhawrylak@live.ca

Kerri-Anne Corcoran, Assistant Coach (Tier 1A Group)
Phone: 315-0593 ©
E-mail: ka_corcoran@hotmail.com

Junior Dolphins Hit the Water!

Hello Dolphins!

Just an FYI that your club is expanding to include new programming called
Junior Dolphins. This program will target ages 5-7 and focus on development towards tier one entry. Head Coach Tracy will lead this group for 30 minutes each Tuesday between 5:30 - 6:00.

The Junior Dolphins program is a wonderful addition to our club. In the past, we have had to turn some young swimmers away because they were not quite ready to swim the full length of the pool. This program is designed to meet the needs of these young children, starting off in the leisure pool with shorter class duration.

I know many of you are around the pool on Tuesdays, so please join with me in welcoming our newest team members starting Tuesday October 20th!

(We are almost full, but if you know someone who is interested, please contact Tracy)

Thanks!

Tanya

Lotto License

Hi Everyone:
I had a question about our lotto license for our tickets. We did purchase this, however, the number was left off the actual tickets when we printed. If anyone runs into problems in this regard, please let me know and I can supply you the number. Sorry about that....

Tanya

Time Trial Volunteer List (T3, T4, Regional)

Hi Everyone:

Thanks so much to the many Dolphin parents who have volunteered for the T3, T4 and Regional time trial this coming Saturday during regular practice. I am listing the folks who have volunteered, as I might have forgotten someone as our parent’s meeting was also busy with tickets / swimsuits / etc. We only need one other person to volunteer! Please email me if you are interested!

Cindy Bracegirdle
Darlene Holt (stroke and turn)
Jennifer Power (stroke and turn)
Brian Proctor
Garth OR Lisa Doiron
John Bowser
Debbie or Darren Bulger
Tanya Tynski
Paula Finkle
Jules Aucoin

Thanks again,

Tanya

PEI Development Meet #1: Pentathlon Meet

Hello Everyone,

The first meet for our team is less than two weeks away. The meet is open to all swimmers. The meet is a pentathlon format which means that every swimmer has the option to swim 5 events, one event in each stroke and one IM event. Here are the meet details. Please note the meet entry deadline.

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009
Location: CARI Pool, Charlottetown
Time: Warm-up is at 2:00 PM. Please have your swimmer ready on the pool deck by 1:50 PM.
10 & Unders are expected to be finished by 5:00 PM, 11 & Overs by 7:00 PM
Entry Fee: $25/swimmer, payable to SDSC, payment due on the 20th
Entry/Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Please notify YOUR swimmer's coach by the entry deadline if your swimmer(s) will be participating at this meet. If you have any questions about the meet or questions about swim meets in general, please do not hesitate to contact me or any other member of the coaching staff.

Looking forward to see everyone race on the 24th!

Coach Tracy

Thanksgiving Monday

Please note that there will be NO SWIMMING on Monday due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. Enjoy your long weekend and we will see you back in the pool on Tuesday.

Coach Tracy

Time Trial for Tier 3, Tier 4 & Regional

Hello Everyone,

First I would like to say thank-you to all of you that have responded so far with regards to the stroke clinics. They are all starting to fill up. We still have some room in all the clinics but the freestyle clinic is filling up (6 spots open for the 11 & Over and 9 spots open for the 10 & Under). Please e-mail ASAP if you would like to sign up your swimmer(s). You don't want your swimmer to miss out!

Secondly, I would like to let you all know that there is going to be an "unofficial" time trial on Saturday, October 17, 2009 during practice time (8:30-10:30 AM) for the Tier 3, 4 and Regional group. All of the 50 and 100's will be offered and each swimmer will swim three events. Can the Tier 3 swimmers please confirm their attendance with Dave and the Tier 4/Regional swimmers, please confirm with me. Please confirm by Monday, October 12, 2009.

We are also looking for parent volunteers for that morning. No experience is necessary...this is just for fun! It will also give you the opportunity to "practice" your skills in one of the following positions. We will need the following...

6- Timers
1- Starter
2- Stroke & Turn Judges
2- Marshallers

Please e-mail me directly if you would like to volunteer that morning.

Thanks everyone!

Coach Tracy

Morning Practices

Just a reminder...morning practices begin this week. Looking forward to seeing all the sleepy heads on Thursday AM!

Freestyle Stroke Clinic

Hello Everyone!

Our first Dolphins event is happening this month and it is an exciting one as it is a "first time" event for our team. We are pleased to announce that this season our Club will be offering stroke clinics for our swimmers on a monthly/bi-monthly basis. We are encouraging every swimmer to take part in as many of these clinics as they can. The more opportunities that your swimmer has to practice, the better your swimmer will become!

The stroke clinics will be offered in two separate sessions, 10 & Under and 11 & Over. Each clinic can accommodate 12 swimmers and will this will be on a first come, first serve basis. Total cost for a clinic is $20/swimmer. Please see below for the first stroke clinic details...

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009
Location: Credit Union Place
Time: 10 & Unders: 1:00-2:30 PM
11 & Overs: 2:30-4:00 PM
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 16, 2009 by 3:00 PM

To register your swimmer(s), please contact me at tracyguimond@summersidedolphins.ca. Registration fees MUST be paid by the registration deadline (October 16, 2009). Fees are payable to SDSC and are to be dropped off to the CUP front desk.

If you have any questions or require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Check back soon for more updates...

Coach Tracy

September 28, 2009

Dear Parents / Swimmers:

It is hard to believe that we are back in the pool and another Dolphins season is upon us! The executive is very excited about the upcoming year as we have expanded our club in members, coaches and programming. We thank you for your patience during our assessment week. By this time, swimmers will have confirmed tier placement and all coaches will be in place. Thanks for your understanding!
A few things to keep in mind:

Communication: Please check out our website blog for updates. This is our primary method of communication. Check often!!

Parents meeting: Parent meetings are scheduled for the first part of October. Tiers 1A, 1B and 2 will be meeting October 13th at the Credit Union Place between 5-6pm. Tiers 3, 4 and Regional/National will be meeting October 10 between 10:30 – 11:30 at the Credit Union Place. It is CRITICAL that you attend as important information about your child’s swim season will be shared at this meeting.

Caps / Suits: I have had lots of interest in caps and suits. Caps will be provided to our new swimmers in October and I will be ordering more to have in stock for purchase. Orders for suits and goggles will be taken during the parent meetings.
In the meantime, our new swimmers can wear their regular suits from the summer.

Tickets: We have replaced our swim-a-thon fundraiser with ticket sales. Tickets need to be turned in by November 30. Please drop them off at the Credit Union Place and ask the front desk to place them in the Dolphins Box. Those who did not receive tickets – I will have them on hand at the parent’s meeting. If you want them before then, please make arrangements to pick them up by contacting me directly at 436-5794.

Registration / Payments: Can be dropped off at the Credit Union Place by asking the front desk to place in our locked box.

Volunteerism: There are still lots of space for volunteers. Please think about your ability to volunteer for things such as the social committee, web design / maintenance, policy development, and so on.

Yours in swimming,

Tanya Tynski

Registration Payments

Dear Parents:

Please note that the first registration payment is due October 1st. If you haven't paid yet, please feel free to drop your payment off in an envelope at the front desk of the Credit Union Place (the SDSC has a locked box behind the desk for cheque drop offs).

Thanks everyone, please feel free to contact me if you have any questions :)

Tanya

Lost Items

Hi Everyone:

We seem to have lost a silicone cap and a bathing suit. These were lost in the boys change room so please check your son's swim bag and let me know if you find anything extra! Thanks,

Tanya

No Early Morning Practices Until October

Hello Everyone!

As some of you know...we are still working out the kinks! My apologies about the mix up with yesterday's early morning practice. I think we missed a few people so I just wanted to pass along the message again. There are NO MORNING practices, including Saturdays until the week of October 5, 2009. So the first early morning practice will be for the Regional Group on Wednesday, October 7, 2009.

See you all on the deck!

Coach Tracy

SWIM SUIT RULING

Swimmers, Coaches and Parents:

Please note the following ruling that I received yesterday. It is effective immediately:

Effective September 1, 2009, all swimwear worn in swimming competitions sanctioned under the authority of Swimming Canada must conform to the January 1, 2010 FINA swimwear approval guidelines as listed below.

MATERIAL – The material of swimwear will definitively be constituted only by textile fabric(s). The FINA definition of “textile” currently is: “Material consisting of, natural and/or synthetic, individual and non-consolidated yarns used to constitute a fabric by weaving, knitting, and/or braiding.”

SHAPE – MEN: swimwear shall not extend above the navel or below the knee. WOMEN: swimwear shall not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor extend below knee. No zippers or other fastening system is allowed. USE – Swimmers shall wear only one swimsuit, taping is not permitted.

CONSISTENCY – Swimwear effectively manufactured and used shall correspond to and be fully consistent with FINA approved samples. Any modification before use (including impregnation) is prohibited. Moreover, there shall be no variation/modification for individual swimmers.

Swim PEI Camp

Swimmers and Parents:

Please check out the Swim PEI website about details for the upcoming swim camp offered by Swim PEI.

http://www.swimpei.com/events/event.php?ID=40

Thanks! Tanya

Saturday Morning Practice Cancelled

For those still swimming, practice is cancelled tomorrow morning. Enjoy your sleep!

Tanya

Annual General Meeting

Hello Dolphin Parents:

Just a friendly reminder that the SDSC Annual General Meeting is scheduled for this coming Monday, June 22nd between 6-6:30 pm at the Credit Union Place.
Part of the agenda will include nominations for open executive positions and filling necessary volunteer rolls to ensure our club runs effectively next year. At present, I have names for all executive positions (with a couple to be confirmed before Monday). There are also a number of other critical rolls that we need to identify resources to fill such as:

• Swim PEI Parent Rep (a meeting in ch’town once a month)
• Policy development (assistance with formalizing our governance structure and
operational policies)
• Team clothing coordination
• Meet Manager and Officials Coordination (when we host meets)
• Social Committee (the more the merrier!)
• Communication

If you have interest in any of the above, please let me know before the meeting (especially if you can’t make it).

The club is growing fast with new swimmers, but we must also grow our parent support.

"You are the only person on this earth who can use your ability."

Thanks,
Tanya

2009 East Coast Long Course Champs

Hello Everyone,

The following swimmers have qualified for the 2009 East Coast Long Course Championships.

Andrew Brawn
Bearon Bracegirdle
Carson Dillon
Zach Doiron
Emily Finkle Hammer
Maggie Finkle Aucoin
Drake Holt
Jessica Proctor
Nick Meade
Molly Wedge

Here are the meet details...

Dates: July 2-5, 2009
Location: St. John Canada Games Aquatic Center
Meet Schedule:
Thursday: 13 & Over Swimmers Only, warm-up is TBA
Friday-Sunday (All swimmers): Prelims Warm-Up: 8:00-9:00 AM
Finals Warm-Up: 4:00-5:00 PM
Meet Entry Fee: $65.00
Meet Entry Deadline: Friday, June 26, 2009
Hotel Info: Delta Brunswick
506-648-1981 or 1-800-268-1133
Rate $122.00 plus tax per night

OR

Hilton Hotel
Rate $119.00 plus tax per night
Reservation Manager 632-8563, Kevin Dickinson
506-693-8484 or 1-800-Hiltons

Please let me know by June 26, 2009, if your swimmer will be participating in the 2009 East Coast LC Champs.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Last Day of Swimming for Tier 3, Tier 4 and Regional Groups

Hello Everyone,

Well I guess the season is almost officially over for our Club :o( ! We have 10 swimmers that will be competing at the East Coast LC Champs in July and that will conclude our Dolphins season. The official last day of swimming is...

Tier 3 & 4: Friday, June 19, 2009 (East Coast qualifiers will practice with the Regional group up to East Coast LC Champs)
Regional: Tuesday, June 30, 2009

I hope all of you have an awesome and relaxing summer! I look forward to seeing all of you in the fall 2009!

Coach Tracy

Dear Parents:

Wow! What a great evening we had at our annual awards banquet. Thanks to everyone for coming out and supporting the swimmers and your club. It was such a great way to wrap up our season!

Believe it or not, we are already busy doing some preliminary planning for next season. As you know, our sport is increasing in popularity and we are anticipating further growth in our 2009/2010 season. To help us plan our pool time and coaching needs, could you please respond to this email and let me know if your swimmer is planning on coming back, not planning on coming back or simply that you do not know. Certainly you can change your mind over the Summer, but it does give us a ‘sense’ of returning swimmers.

I have attached the list of swimmer placement for next season.

Swimmer Placement 2009-10

Tier 1- 9
Jillian Ferguson- Re-test
Lauren MacLean
Sam Tanton- Re-test
Rebecca Proctor
Hanna Bulger
Chelsea Perry
Grace Francour
Oilvia Shaw
Mikaela Tynski

Tier 2- 15
Liam Bulger- Re-test
Patrick Martin - Re-test
Sara Compton
Sophie Perry
Zachary Arsenault
Nicholas Gallant
Colton Profitt
Marshall Blacquiere
Alex Gallant
Seamus Bannon
Dempsey Perry
Stuart Gerus
Mia Campbell
Emily Steele
Danny MacLeod

Tier 3-11
Chase Holt
Braden Toombs
Patrick Martin
Grace Meade
Teodora Bujenita
Zach Graham
Ian Hink
Andree Roy Garand
Patrick Steele
Nathan Fennell
Noah Gallant
Paxton Caseley

Tier 4-13
Julia Campbell
Patrick Strongman
Drake Holt
Bailey Craig
Taylor Desroches
Jody Gerus
Pasha Bowser
Zach Doiron
Nick Meade
Jessica Proctor
Evan Tynski
Sarah Son
Anna Son

Regional-10
Andrew Brawn
Bearon Bracegirdle
Jessica Campbell
Martina Cormier
Gavin Cousins
Emily Finkle Hammer
Maggie Finkle Aucoin
Brianna Meade
Zach Martin
Molly Wedge


OUTSTANDING PAYMENTS

As we prepare to close our books for the 2008 / 2009 season, could you kindly ensure that all outstanding meet fees and swim-a-thon money is turned in ASAP. If you child has finished swimming for the season, please contact me directly to arrange payment.

Thanks everyone, looking forward to seeing you on deck next year,

Tanya

No Practice on Monday, June 8, 2009

Just a reminder...there is NO PRACTICE on Monday June 8, 2009 due to the banquet. Can't wait to see everyone!

Coach Tracy

Ticket Sales - Reminder

Hi Everyone!

Please remember to pick up your tickets for our annual awards banquet. Lisa Finkle will be at the Credit Union Place between 4:30 - 5:30 pm TONIGHT - (Tuesday)
Swimmers: $5
Parents / Friends: $15

It is going to be GREAT Time!

Tanya

No Practice Tomorrow- June 1, 2009

Hello Everyone,

Just wanted to let everyone know that there is NO PRACTICE tomorrow and NO PRACTICE Tuesday morning for the Regional Group. Everyone is very deserving of a day off after all of the fast swimming on the weekend!!

Also, I just wanted to confirm that the Tier 1's and 2's will have practice this week on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-4:30 and that will wrap up their season!

Congratulations to all the swimmers that competed this weekend...you guys rocked!! We will highlight the results next week at our banquet!

Coach Tracy

Friday Warm-Up Time

Hello Everyone,

Just to confirm with everyone. Warm-ups start on Friday at 3:00 PM for a 4:00 PM start time. Please have your swimmer on the deck by 2:55 PM.

Get ready for lots of cheering! See you at the pool!

Coach Tracy

GOG Meet Fees

Please see below for the meet fees that your swimmers owe for GOG this weekend. Please pay fees by Thursday, May 28, 2008.

Thank-you!

Pasha Bowser-$44.00
Teodora Bujenita- $46.00
Jessica Campbell- $48.00
Julia Campbell- $46.00
Mia Campbell- $39.00
Martina Cormier- $48.00
Bailey Craig- $44.00
Taylor Desroches- $44.00
Maggie Finkle Aucoin- $48.00
Emily Finkle Hammer- $37.00
Jody Gerus- $48.00
Brianna Meade- $44.00
Jessica Proctor- $46.00
Andree Roy Garand- $23.00
Molly Wedge- $44.00
Bearon Bracegirdle- $48.00
Andrew Brawn- $44.00
Seamus Bannon- $39.00
Liam Bulger- $39.00
Carson Dillon- $37.00
Zach Doiron- $48.00
Nathan Fennell- $48.00
Alex Gallant- $23.00
Noah Gallant- $48.00
Ian Hink- $48.00
Drake Holt- $48.00
Patrick Martin- $48.00
Zach Martin- $44.00
Nick Meade- $48.00
Dempsey Perry- $41.00
Colton Profitt- $37.00
Patrick Steele- $48.00
Patrick Strongman- $44.00
Evan Tynski- $48.00

Get Ready to Celebrate!

Mark Monday June 8th on your calendar for our year end Banquet!
Help our swimmers celebrate another great year of Dolphin swimming!

Time: 6:00pm
Place: Credit Union Place
Cost: $5.00 a ticket for Dolphin Swimmers & $15.00 per ticket for family
and friends

Menu Choices: Lasagna and salad or Chicken Fingers and potatoes.
Tickets will be on sale Tuesday – June 2, 2009 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm
in the lobby of Credit Union Place. If you are unavailable during this
time, contact Lisa Finkle at 888-2432 (home) to make alternate
arrangements.

IMPORTANT DETAILS
● This is our swimmers night to celebrate and they are encouraged
to get dressed up in their “fancy duds”
● Family and friends are welcome – the more the merrier! Please
note: in order to attend the banquet, you must purchase a ticket.
For the new families of our Club, I want to emphasize the importance of this event.

During the banquet, we will be presenting the Performance Chart Awards, the Club Awards and special Recognition Awards. As well, every swimmer on our team will walk away with a special gift from our Club!

I look forward to seeing everyone there!

Tanya

Montague Meet

Dolphin Parents:

Organizers of the 10 and under Provincial meet to be held in Montague on Sunday are short 6 timers. It begins at 9 (warm up) and should wrap up around noon. If you can help out, please contact Bob at harding@isnhighspeed.ca
NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY! It is also a great view :)

Thanks! Tanya

Practice on May 18, 2009

Please note that there WILL be practice for the Tier 4 & Regional groups on the holiday Monday (May 18, 2009) from 4:00-6:00.

Good luck to our little Dolphins that are competing this weekend!! Can't wait to see all of the fast times!!

Coach Tracy

Garden of the Gulf Provincials

Hello Everyone,

The meet most of our swimmers have been training for all year is almost here! I can't believe our season is so quickly coming to an end. Our swimmers have been working so hard...I know they are bursting with excitement to race at Provincials. As most of you know, this meet is also going to be used as the Canada Games Trials. We will select our 2009 Canada Games Team from the results achieved at this meet so it is going to be extra exciting this year with allot of fast swimming!! Below are the details....

Dates: May 29-31, 2009
Location: CARI Pool, Charlottetown
Warm-Up Times: Friday Prelims: 3:00-3:50 PM
Saturday Finals: 8:00-8:50 AM
Saturday Prelims: 4:00-4:50 PM
Sunday Finals: 8:00-8:50 AM
Eligibility: Swimmers must be 11 years old and older to participate at this meet
Meet Fees: TBD...based on the # of events that your swimmer is entered in
Entry Deadline: Monday, May 18, 2009

Following the finals session on Sunday, Swim PEI is going to be holding their annual awards ceremony. This event is for all swimmers (10 & Unders included) and parents. There is going to be a fun event for the 10 & Unders on Sunday so we are encouraging all of our younger swimmers to come on Sunday to cheer on our Dolphins, watch some of the FAST racing and then participate in the fun event planned. Awards will be given our to swimmers of all ages so we don't want anyone to miss out. I will post more information on the fun event and the awards ceremony once I receive it from Swim PEI.

Parents, please contact your swimmer's coach to confirm your swimmers participation at the meet. This is a meet that you won' t want to miss!

See you on the deck!

Coach Tracy

May 15th Officials Clinic - PLEASE ATTEND

Dolphin Parents / Swimmers:
Please see the below note from Sandi Lowther, Swim PEI President. This is an exciting opportunity for Dolphins and parents to participate in Canada Games. Please consider attending the May 15th session at the Credit Union Place. If you are attending, please email me at tmtynski@pei.sympatico.ca. Thanks everyone!

Tanya
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Dear Swim PEI Board, Swim PEI club presidents and head coaches:

As a follow-up to our last board meeting, the following are two dates for the Clinic Refresher courses delivered by Gardiner MacNeill, Chair Island Officials. As per the attached document, Gardiner will also present the "How To’s" on how to become involved with Canada Games Swimming.

These two refresher sessions will only deal with Timekeeper, Stroke and Turn and Chief Timekeeper.

We are copying the head coaches, as this is a wonderful opportunity to have your older swimmers (16 & older) not participating as an athlete to be part of the Canada Games as an on-deck volunteer. We will require assistance with the award ceremonies, spectator marshaling, deck wipers, etc. So please spread the word to your swimmers. No advance registration for these two sessions are necessary as there are no costs for you to participate.

If a Summerside or Montague member is unavailable for the 15th, you are more than welcome to join the Charlottetown session on the 16th and vise versa.

DATES & LOCATION:

May 15th starting at 6:00 p.m. Credit Union Place Room #2

May 16 starting at 9:00 a.m. CARI Meeting room located between hockey arenas.

Kind Regards,

Sandi Lowther

Swim PEI

Canada Games Volunteer Opportunity!

Dear Swimming Parent,

INVITE TO OFFICIATE AT 2009 CANADA GAMES
As you are aware PEI is hosting the 2009 Canada Games from August 15 to August 29, 2009.

For our Swimming community all the focus is on the second week of the Games (August 23 to 29) when we host Canada Games Swimming at the CARI Pool in Charlottetown and the 10 kilometer Open Water Swim in the South West River in Clinton. Swim PEI has been working over the past two years to provide training through clinics and on deck mentoring to ensure that any member of our swimming community that wanted to be involved with the 2009 Games would be certified.

Recently some people have asked what they can do at Canada Games Swimming.
1) Canada Games in conjunction with Swim Canada is responsible to select the Major Officials (Referee, Starter, Chief Inspector, etc) from people across the country.

2) Swim PEI is responsible to select the Minor Officials (Lane Timers, Head Lane Timers, Marshal, Recorder/Scorers, Runner and Safety Marshal). This means that Swim PEI needs to have 34 people for each of our 10 swimming sessions during the week. It is our intent to fill these position with Swim PEI members then to offer additional position to our neighboring provinces of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

To be a Minor Official, we ask that you be Level II certified (Timekeeper, Stroke and Turn and one other from the list below)
• Clerk of Course;
• Chief Timekeeper;
• Meet Manager;
• Chief Finish Judge/Chief Judge Electronics/Recorder Scorer (counts as 1 position);
• Starter.


Many of our members have already achieved this level, however some have asked if there is any refresher sessions available. Therefore Swim PEI is offering three refresher sessions to help people achieve their Level II. These sessions will only deal with Timekeeper, Stroke and Turn and Chief Timekeeper.

If you have any questions regarding your current level please contact Gardiner MacNeill, Swim PEI Chair - Officials, atagmacneill@islandtelecom.com.


HOW TO REGISTER
Registration is simple. Go to the Canada Games Volunteer web page http://www.2009canadagames.ca/en/volunteers.php, click on the "APPLY NOW" button then answer the questions. It takes approximately 15 minutes.

Some hints on registering
1) When you get to the Section SKILLS, click on Swimming
2) When you get to the Section SKILLS; Education, type Swimming Official
3) When you get to the Section AVAILABILITY; Swimming occurs in the Morning and Evening
4) When you get to the Section INTERESTS; click on Swimming

WHY TO REGISTER
1) Best Seats in the house to watch one of the most popular Canada Games sports.
2) A great way to support Swim PEI in hosting their largest event ever (so far...)
3) Terrific way to feel the excitement of Canada Games.

Team Building Event May 15th 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hi Dolphins!

Please mark Friday, May 15th on your calendars for a Dolphins team building event. All tiers are asked ‘to be on deck’ between 4 –6 pm. There will be lots of swimming, posters and cheering happening. This event will be a great kick off to our provincial meets coming up this month.

Tanya

Swim-A-Thon Results

CONGRATULATIONS to all the swimmers that participated in the Swim-A-Thon last night!! Awesome job by everyone! All of our little Dolphins swam over 45 lengths! After only 7 months of swimming our little Dolphins can do over 45 lengths in a row! WOW! The coaches are so proud of all of you!

Please check below for the results...

Tier 1 & 2- 55 Minutes

Zach Arsenault- 66
Seamus Bannon- 68
Hannah Bulger- 46
Liam Bulger- 78
Mia Campbell-70
Alex Gallant-78
Nick Gallant- 66
Stuart Gerus- 70
Chase Holt- 76
Lauren MacLean- 46
Danny MacLeod- 60
Patrick Martin- 76
Chelsea Perry- 46
Dempsey Perry- 70
Sophie Perry- 54
Rebecca Proctor- 58
Olivia Shaw- 46
Braden Toombs- 78

Tier 3, 4 and Regional- 105 Minutes

Teodora Bejunita- 170
Bearon Bracegirdle- 200
Andrew Brawn- 200
Pasha Bowser- 200
Julia Campbell-200
Jessica Campbell- 200
Martina Cormier- 200
Carson Dillon- 200
Zach Doiron- 160
Nathan Fennell- 134
Noah Gallant- 122
Jody Gerus- 178
Ian Hink- 180
Drake Holt- 200
Zach Martin- 200
Brianna Meade- 200
Nick Meade- 200
Patrick Steele- 200
Anna Son- 170
Sarah Son- 142
Jessica Proctor- 200
Patrick Strongman- 200
Molly Wedge- 200

Also, we would like to extend a BIG thank-you to the parents for assisting with this event. We couldn't have counted all those lengths without you!

See you all soon!

Coach Tracy

SWIM-A-THON Reminder

Hi Everyone:

Just a reminder that our annual Swim-A-Thon has been set for tommorow, Wednesday May 6th.

Tiers 1 & 2 will swim from 3:30pm to 4:30
Tiers 3, 4, and Regionals swim from 4:30 to 6:30

It is important that parents attend, if possible, to count laps for your swimmers.

Looking forward to seeing everyone in the pool and enjoying some pizza after your swim!

Thanks Dolphins

Tanya

Marianne Limpert Team Champs- Additional Information

Hello Everyone,

I have been getting a few questions about the meet this weekend and I just wanted to clarify a few things as this meet is for some, their first ever championship meet. Very exciting....

As I mentioned, this is a championship meet. There are prelims during in the morning sessions and finals (top 8) during the evening sessions. There is expected to be allot of swimmers at the meet so more than likely, we will have a split warm-up. I will let the swimmers know what time they need to be at the pool for each session. Friday morning's session is definitely 9:00 AM warm-up.

There are a few things that I do ask from the swimmers while attending championship meets. During the prelims (morning sessions), as soon as a swimmer is finished their last race, they can leave the pool. They do not have to stay around to wait for the rest of the swimmers to finish. However, for finals (evening sessions), all swimmers have to return to the pool to warm-up with the team and stay until the last Dolphin swimmer is finished. The only exception to this is Sunday's finals session. If your swimmer is not swimming in finals on Sunday, they can leave right after their last swim in the morning.

The last thing that I ask from the swimmers while attending championship meets is that they eat healthy throughout the entire weekend. Absolutely no junk food! Mom and Dad...I need your support on this one! Please assist me and encouraging your swimmer to make healthy choices when going out to eat.

Thanks for your cooperation! See you in Fredericton!

Coach Tracy

No Practice Saturday for Tier 4 & Regional Group

Just a reminder, there will be NO PRACTICE on Saturday, May 2, 2009 for the Tier 4 and Regional groups as we will be away at a swim meet in Fredericton, NB.

Just to confirm, there will be regular scheduled practice tomorrow (Friday, May 1, 2009) for all groups.

Coach Tracy

Relay Clinic in Charlottetown for Bluephins and Dolphins

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to let you all know that the Bluephins are hosting a relay clinic today from 1:00-3:00 at CARI. They have new equipment for Canada Games, relay take off platforms, which can detect the difference between touch and takeoff. This is open to anyone interested in improving their starts and nailing their relay take-offs.

This is a great opportunity for our swimmers as we don't have this equipment at our facility, so if you are free this afternoon, I encourage you to check out this clinic.

Happy Sunday!

Coach Tracy

Hotel Info for Marianne Limpert Team Champs Meet (Fredericton)

Hello Everyone,

The hotel that is advertised in the meet package for this meet is the Delta Fredericton. The swim meet rate is $99.00/night. When you call, say that you are with the Marianne Limpert Swim Meet and you will receive this meet discount. Otherwise, they may charge you more for your room.

Here is the contact info....
225 Woodstock Road
Fredericton, NB E3B 2H8
Tel: (506) 457-7000

Let me know if you require any additional information.

Coach Tracy

Swim-a-thon

Swim-a-thon.
The sheets will be going home this week with the kids or available at the front desk of the wellness centre if your child doesn't bring it home. Click on the link below for complete details of the event . Everything you need to know is there and if you have any question please contact me.
Click here to download a sheet

http://www.summersidedolphins.ca/swimathon.html

J Hammer

Dolphins Update

Hello Parents and Dolphins!

It is hard to believe that we are in the middle of April with this snow – but it is true! That means that our swim year will be coming to an end over the next couple of months. There is still lots of great stuff happening with the SDSC and I wanted to provide you a bit of an update:

Year End Banquet

We are excited that we will be hosting our year-end banquet at the Credit Union Place again this year. The date has been confirmed for June 8th starting at 6:15 pm. Last year was AMAZING – we are looking forward to celebrating another great swimming season! Details regarding tickets will be posted in mid May.

Team Building

We will be organizing a fun event for the entire team over the next several weeks.
Details to follow soon.

Grocery Bagging

A big THANK YOU to our 11+ swimmers and parents who bagged groceries last Saturday. It was very successful!!!! The club depends on this level of success to maintain registration fees, pool rentals, equipment and so on.

The final grocery bagging is scheduled for May 16th. Details will follow (Thanks to Eva Strongman for organizing this!)

Clinic in Ch’town

Swim PEI will be hosting a clinic in Charlottetown for relay take offs on Saturday April 26th. New equipment has been purchased for Canada Games and it is a great opportunity for Island swimmers to test it as it will be used in our upcoming Garden of the Gulf.
Times will be made available this weekend – please check back.

Final Bathing Suit Order

Please contact me by email (tmtynski@pei.sympatico.ca) before April 27th for any orders. This will be the last order of the Season. As a reminder, The SDSC only places orders for Dolphins and Masters (no other requests please).

Thanks everyone,

Tanya

End of Season- Tier 1 & 2

Hello Everyone,

Over the past few weeks, there has been a few questions around when the swimming season ends for the Tier 1 & 2 groups. Just to clarify...the last day of swimming for the Tier 1 Group is Thursday, May 28, 2009 and the last day of swimming for the Tier 2 Group is Saturday, May 30, 2009.

Due to the number of snow storms we have had this season, we would like to offer an additional week of swimming for the Tier 1 & 2 groups that would take them through until the Year End Banquet (June 8, 2009). We are still trying to confirm availability with the coaches. Please check back soon for the update.

The last practice for the other groups are the following...

Tier 3's- Outdoor Meet (which I believe is the last weekend in June but that isn't confirmed)
Tier 4's- Outdoor Meet for those swimmers that haven't qualified for East Coast
East Coast Long Course Champs for those swimmers that qualify (July 2-5, 2009)

Regional- East Coast Long Course Champs (July 2-5, 2009)

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Tanya Tynski.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Eligible Swimmers for the Marianne Limpert Team Champs Meet

Here is the list of swimmers that are eligible to compete at the Marianne Limpert Team Champs in Fredericton, NB on May 1-3, 2009.

1. Andrew Brawn
2. Pasha Bowser
3. Bearon Bracegirdle
4. Teodora Bujenita
5. Cecilia Campbell
6. Julia Campbell
7. Jessica Campbell
8. Martina Cormier
9. Gavin Cousins
10. Bailey Craig
11. Taylor Desroches
12. Carson Dillon
13. Zach Doiron
14. Nathan Fennell
15. Maggie Finkle Aucoin
16. Emily Finkle Hammer
17. Noah Gallant
18. Jody Gerus
19. Ian Hink
20. Drake Holt
21. Nick Meade
22. Jessica Proctor
23. Andree Roy Garand
24. Patrick Steele
25. Evan Tynski
26. Molly Wedge

Please let me know by April 17, 2009 if your swimmer will be attending.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Upcoming Swim Meets (May 2009)

Hello Everyone,

The month of May is a busy one for the Dolphins...3 out of the 4 weekends will be competing both on and off Island. I just wanted to confirm some dates with all of you and send out the details about the meet in Fredericton, NB.

Dates for upcoming meets (Please note date change for the 10 & Under Provincials)...

May 1-3, 2009- Marianne Limpert Team Champs, Fredericton, NB
May 17, 2009- 10 & Under Provincials, Montague, PEI
May 29-31, 2009- 11 & Over Provincials and Canada Games Trials

The information on Provincials will be posted shortly.

Below are the details for the Marianne Limpert Team Champs...

Location: University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB
Eligibility: 11 & Over swimmers with NB "B" Standards
Warm-Up: Friday Prelims: 9:00 AM
Finals: 5:00 PM
Saturday Prelims: 8:00 AM
Finals: 5:00 PM
Sunday Prelims: 8:00 AM
Finals: 4:00 PM
Meet Fees: $55.00/swimmer
Meet Entry Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2009 (Late entries will NOT be accepted)
Hotels: TBA, I will post hotel info when I receive that info.

Please let me know if your swimmer(s) will be attending this meet. I will post those swimmers that are eligible within the next 24 hours. I just need to review my meet results to find out which swimmers qualify.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Practices for this weekend/Holiday

Hello Everyone,

Just wanted to update you all on our practice schedule for the upcoming days....

Friday, April 10, 2009- NO SWIMMING, the Credit Union is closed.

Saturday, April 11, 2009- Regular scheduled practices for all groups

Monday, April 13, 2009- Tier 4/Regional: 3:30-5:30 PM
Tier 3: Regular Scheduled Time

Thanks everyone! Have a great weekend and Happy Easter!

Coach Tracy

Confusion re Meet Times

Hi Everyone:
Although the original meet schedule indicated the younger swimmers would be swimming in the morning, PLEASE NOTE:

11 and over warm up at 8:30

10 and under warm up at 1:30

Thanks everyone, sorry for the confusion, Tanya

More Volunteers Needed

Hi Everyone,
I was advised by our meet manager (J Hammer) that we are still short some volunteers for this weekends development meet at our pool. If you can volunteer some time to help make this a success, please email J at: jhammer@city.summerside.pe.ca

Thanks:)

Tanya

Practice Cancelled AGAIN!

Due to the wonderful spring weather!!...practice will be cancelled for the Regional Group for the morning. Afternoon practices will still be on unless school is cancelled tomorrow.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

April 4th Development

Hello Everyone,

The meet package for the April 4th Development Meet has been sent out. Here are the meet details:

Date: April 4, 2009
Location: Credit Union Place
Warm-Up Times: 8:30-9:30- 11 & Over Warm-Up
1:30-2:00- 10 & Under Warm-Up
Meet Fees: $20.00/swimmer
Meet Entry Deadline: Entries are due by Wednesday, April 1, 2009 so please let your swimmer's coach know by Tuesday, March 31, 2009 if your swimmer(s) will be participating.

Any questions about the meet, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Coach Tracy

No Practice Today

Hello Parents,

Due to unforeseen circumstances, all Dolphins practices are cancelled today.

Sorry for the short notice. See you all after the break.

Coach Tracy

No Practice Over March Break

Just a reminder, there is NO SWIMMING over the March break except for the extra practices that Coach Jennifer has scheduled for the Tier 1 group. The last practice for all other training groups is...

Thursday, March 12, 2009- Tier 2
Friday, March 13, 2009- Tier 3, 4 & Regional

Enjoy your break! Take some time to relax and recover from the busy swim season that we have had so far! See you after the break!

Coach Tracy

TIER 1 - Extra Practices

Tier One Parents and Swimmers:

Given the number of missed practices due to storms for Tier One, Coach Jennifer will be offering extra practices over March Break for those who can attend. Days and times will remain the same:

Tuesday, March 17: 3:30 -4:30
Thursday, March 19: 3:30 - 4:30

Thanks, Tanya

Swim-A-Thon Postponed

Hi Everyone:

Please note tht the swim-a-thon is postponed. More details will follow in the coming weeks. Thanks :) Tanya

Tax Receipts

Dear Dolphin Parents:

Just an FYI that tax receipts will become available for pick up at the counter of Credit Union Place tomorrow (Tuesday, March 3rd)

Thank you,

Tanya

Note Changes in Practice Schedule in Previous Post

Hello Everyone,

I made some more changes to the practice schedule in the previous post. Please check again below and note the changes.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Changes in Practice Schedule for Tier 4/Regional Groups (February 24 to March 2, 2009)

Hello Parents,

As most of you know, we will be participating in the East Coast Short Course Champs this upcoming weekend in Charlottetown. Since many of our swimmers in the Regional group will be participating in the meet, there will be a few changes to the schedule for the other swimmers that are not competing. Please see below for the changes in your swimmer's practice schedule.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009- NO SWIMMING FOR THE REGIONAL GROUP. East Coast swimmers only will practice in the afternoon from 4:00-5:00 PM.

Thursday, February, 26, 2009- Regular Scheduled Practice from 6:30-7:45 AM except for East Coast swimmers. NO EARLY MORNING PRACTISE FOR EAST COAST SWIMMERS.

Monday, March 2, 2009 (Note Change)- Practice from 4:30-5:30 for Tier 4's and Regional Group. NO PRACTICE for East Coast swimmers.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Coach Tracy

SDSC Information Update

Hi Dolphin Parents:

Just a few information items:

Oficials Clinic:
There is an officials clinic this Saturday, February 21, 2009 between 7 am - 9 am at CUP. The tier 2, tier 4 and regional / national teams are in the pool at this time so why not stay, enjoy some coffee and muffins with other parents and attend the clinic. Please let me know if you are interested by emailing tmtynski@pei.sympatico.ca

East Coast Short Course:
There will be some amazing swimming happening next week at the Cari pool. Over 350 swimmers from five provinces will be attending, including swimmers from SDSC. Go Dolphins Go!

This meet will be used as a practice run for Canada Games medal ceremonies. If your swimmer would like to volunteer for this ceremony, please let me know and I can forward further details.

The SDSC is hoping to partner with the Canada Games team to fundraise during this meet. We will be putting together some baskets to sell tickets on, so if you have something kicking around that you would like to donate - please let me know. Re-gifting is encouraged!

Thanks everyone!

Tanya

Bus Arrival - UPDATE

The bus is just leaving now (4pm), meaning likely a 5:15pm in summerside,
a 5:45pm Crapaud, and 6:15pm arrival in Charlottetown

Return of Bus

Bus is currently estimated to depart Sackville at 3 pm, meaning a 4:30 drop in Summerside, 5:15 in Crapaud and 5:30 Charlottetown. These are estimates only we will update when we get an actual departure

bus arrival

for those parents wondering when the bus will be arriving, please check the bluefins website as it will be posted there once they know. If I find out in the afternoon, I will post on our site as well. Thanks, Tanya

Further Bus Info

The bus will pick up those swimmers travelling with the Bluefins:
7:30 a.m. (maybe be there a few minutes early)
ADL parking lot at Reads Corner
Cost $20

Have a great meet everyone. Go Dolphins Go!
Tanya

Sackville Meet - Details (bus is a go)

Please see the details for the Sackville meet on Saturday. Warm up is at 9:00 with a start time of 10:00. I don't know when it will be over - it always depends on the number of entries for various events.

Location: Eddy Pool
Mount Allison University
Sackville NB
Facilities: 25 meter pool, 6 lanes
Sanction: S.N.C. / S.N.B.
Format : One day; one session. There will be a
break after event 6 or 12.

THE BUS IS A GO. THOSE WHO INDICATED TO ME YESTERDAY THAT THEY WOULD BE TRAVELLING BY BUS (ANDREW, MARTINA, JESSICA, MAGGIE) YOU WILL BE PICKED UP AT ADL PARKING LOT. I WILL POST PICK UP TIMES LATER TODAY.

No Practice Saturday- Valentine's Day

Hello Everyone,

Due to the Sackville Swim Meet, there will be no practice on Saturday, February 14, 2009.

If I don't see you at the meet, have a Happy Valentine's Day!

Coach Tracy

BUS OPTION - Travel with Bluefins

Hi Again,
I have been asked to see if there are any SDSC swimmers interested in travelling on the Bluefin's bus. They only have about 20 seats filled and need more swimmers to make it worth their while.
Please let me know by 7 pm tomorrow (Wednesday) if you are interested. I will forward the numbers to the Bluefins and hopefully it will be a go.
If the bus is a go, we will arrange drop off / pick up on the East side of S'side (ADL parking lot or something like that). I will be in touch.

Tanya

Sackville Meet - No Bus

We didn't have enough interest in taking a bus to Sackville this weekend to reasonably cover the costs so I will encourage those attending to car pool.

Thanks! Tanya

Islander Day - No Swimming

Please note that there will be no swimming on Islander day - Monday, February 9th.

I understand that the Credit Union Place has some great fun planned, check out what is planned:
Catch The Spirit Of PEI's First Islander Day

Date: Feb 09 2009
Time: 9:00am ~ 5:00pm

At Credit Union Place on February 9, 2009 is PEI's first official day to honour and celebrate Islanders.
$5.00 Bracelets from 9-5pm
All Day Swimming
Leisure Pool Slide Open 11am-3pm
Bowling Alley Opens at 11am
Public Skates from 11am-3pm
Catch the Spirit Registration 10:30am
Catch the Spirit Canada Games Activities
14 Fun Filled Activities
Fun Games and Trivia

Location:
Credit Union Place 511 Notre Dame Street Summerside

Prices: $5.00

Contact: Front Desk Staff
Phone: 1-902-432-1234

Swim A Thon (Tentative)

Swim-a-thon:
March 11, 2009
The SDSC’s main fundraiser is the annual swim-a-thon. Pledge sheets will be available from coaches soon. Date will be confirmed by end of week but please mark it in 'pencil' on your calendars!

Upcoming Swim Clinics

Swim Clinics:
Offered by Swim PEI Technical Director.Locations to be Determined – check SwimPEI website.
Feb. 15 13 and over free / back turns
Feb 22 12 and under free / back turns
March 8 13 and over breast / fly turns
March 17 Fly Clinic (starts, turns, stroke)
March 18 Back Clinic (starts, turns, stroke)
March 19 Breast Clinic (starts, turns, stroke)
March 20 Free Clinic (starts, turns, stroke)
March 21 IM Clinic (starts, turns, stroke)
April 19 12 and under breast / fly turns
April 26 13 and over IM turns and tactics

Officials Clinic

Officials Clinic:
An officials Clinic will be held at the Credit Union Place on February 21, 2009. All parents are encouraged to attend this session. The sessions are very relaxed, informative and a great way to meet other parents and learn about the sport of swimming.
Please contact Tanya Tynski if you are interested (tmtynski@pei.sympatico.ca). The specific times are not available at this time but usually are no more than a couple of hours.

Practice is Cancelled Today

Please note....ALL practices are CANCELLED today due to the stormy weather.

Just a reminder...the Club Policy is, when school is cancelled, all practices are cancelled.

Please drive home safe this afternoon/evening. The roads are getting slippy.

Coach Tracy

Practice Cancelled Tomorrow Morning (January 29, 2009)

Hello Everyone,

Due to the stormy weather that is approaching the Island, all practices for the morning are cancelled. If school is cancelled tomorrow then the afternoon practices will be cancelled as well.

Coach Tracy

Valuables

Swimmers and Parents:

One of our swimmers unfortunately had a pair of sneakers stolen from the change rooms. Please exercise caution with what you leave in your locker. I believe that locks are available from the front desk OR perhaps take your bag onto the deck.
Thanks,

Tanya

Sackville Swim Meet Details

Here are the meet details for the Sackville Swim Meet. This meet is open to all swimmers. We are encouraging everyone to participate, including our new swimmers. It is a great opportunity for our swimmers to come together as one big team vs. separate training groups.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009
Location: Mt. Allison University, Sackville, NB
Warm-Up: 9:00 AM
Meet Fees: $18.00/swimmer
Entry Deadline: February 5, 2009

Please let your swimmer's coach know by February 5, 2009 if your swimmer(s) will be participating in this meet.

Meet fees are due on February 5, 2009. Please make the cheque payable to the Summerside Dolphin Swim Club. If we decide to take a bus to Sackville, the bus fee will be added to the meet fees.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Coach Tracy

Sackville Swim Meet- Bus or No Bus??

We are beginning the planning for the Sackville "Team Building" Swim Meet and we need to know how many people would be interested in taking a bus over and back as we did for the Moncton Meet in November. If you are interested in sending your swimmer on the bus, please e-mail me by Friday, January 30, 2009 at tracyguimond@summersidedolphins.ca . We will make a decision on the weekend (based on #'s) whether or not will be taking a bus.

Please get back me by the 30th!

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Please Note: Changes in Practice Schedule for January 29-31, 2009

There has been a few changes to the practice schedule for a few of the training groups. Please note the changes below...

Thursday, January 29, 2009
Tier 1 Practice from 3:30-4:30 is CANCELLED

Friday, January 30, 2009
Regional practice from 4:00-6:00 is CANCELLED due to the Moncton Swim Meet.
Tier 4's will still be practicing from 4:00-5:30 and will be coached by Sam.

Saturday, January 31, 2009
Regional practice from 7:15-8:45 is CANCELLED due to the Moncton Swim Meet.
Tier 4's will still be practicing and will be coached by J Hammer.

ATTENTION: MEET CHANGES FOR THIS SUNDAY

Hello Everyone,

I have just been notified of a couple of changes for the meet that is scheduled for this Sunday at CARI. Please note....

11 & Over Swimmers- warm-up is now at 8:00 AM
10 & Under Swimmers- warm-up is now at 12:15 PM

The meet will be finished by 3:00 PM.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Hotel Information for the Moncton Meet

There are 10 rooms reserved at the Amsterdam Inn for our Club. The nightly rate is $80/night. The rooms have one queen sized bed with a pull out couch. All the rooms with two beds were booked but the rate was excellent so we went with it. Please call the hotel by January 23, 2009 to confirm your room. Rooms will be released after that date.

Here is some additional information that was sent to us from the hotel...FYI.

Amsterdam Inn, Moncton is located at 2550 Mountain Rd, off the TCH, Exit 450, Moncton. Call 1- 800- 468- 2828 and press option 2 for our Moncton location.

The Amsterdam Inn, offers a free deluxe continental breakfast, (Hot and Cold Cereal, Hot Chocolate, Tea, Coffee, Orange Juice, Apple Juice, Hard Boiled Eggs, Toast, Bagels, Freshly Baked Muffins and Yogurt.), from 6:00 am to 10:00am.

We offer a free movie channel, mini - fridge and free high speed Internet in all of our guest bedrooms.

Our Inn wishes all our guest to have a pleasant and peaceful stay and require all guests to review the following:

- Check in is at 3:00 pm
- Check out is at 11:00am
- Quiet time begins at 10:00 pm
- No running or hockey playing in the Inn
- NO Air Guns on the Inns property.
- 48 hour cancellation policy is required
- Reservations require a valid credit card
- Or a $150.00 deposit per night without a credit card
- We request a guardian for each room who are, in the care of children
or youth under the age of 19 years.

NB Short Course Champs

Hello Everyone,

The first short course championships of the season is almost here. The NB Short Course Champs are scheduled for January 30 to February 1, 2009. We have a large group of swimmers that have qualified for this event and we hope to add a few more to the list this weekend at the Charlottetown Development Meet. Below please find the list of swimmers that have qualified and the meet details.

Teodora Bejunita
Bearon Bracegirdle
Andrew Brawn
Jessica Campbell
Martina Cormier
Gavin Cousins
Carson Dillon
Maggie Finkle Aucoin
Emily Finkle Hammer
Jody Gerus
Drake Holt
Nick Meade
Jessica Proctor
Kate Rundle
Molly Wedge

Meet Details....

Date: January 30-February 1, 2009
Location: University of Moncton, CEPS Pool
Warm-Up Times:
Friday, Prelims: 9:00 AM, Finals: 5:00 PM
Saturday, Prelims: 8:00 AM, Finals: 5:00 PM
Sunday, Prelims: 8:00 AM, Finals: 4:00 PM
Meet Fees: TBD, depends on how many events your swimmer has qualified in.
Entry Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2009

Other Information

Hotels: We are in the process of blocking off some hotel rooms for our Club. Once I have that information, I will post it here. Please check back.

T-shirts: There are souvenir t-shirts for this meet and the host Club would like it if we pre-ordered our shirts as there will only be a limited supply at the meet. The cost is $20.00 (taxes incl.). To see what the t-shirt looks like, you can check out the Charlottetown Bluephins website to see a sample. If you would like to order a shirt for your swimmer, please let me know by Friday, January 16, 2009.

Please let me know either way by the 23rd deadline, if your swimmer will be participating at the NBSCC meet.

Thank-you!

Coach Tracy

Practice Cancelled Today, January 12, 2009

Please note, practice is cancelled for today due to mechanical problems. The pool should be up and running by later this evening. Tuesday's practices will go ahead at their regular scheduled time, including the Regional Group morning practice. Also, please note that there will be a make-up practice for the East Coast qualifiers Tuesday afternoon from 4:30-6:00 PM.

Just a reminder...swimmers in the Tier 4/Regional Group, please let me know by tomorrow at the latest if you will be participating in the Charlottetown Development Meet.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

New Date: Charlottetown Development Meet

Greetings Everyone!

Welcome back! I trust all of you had a great holiday! I hope everyone was able to get some rest because we are diving into two very busy months of swimming. The first meet of 2009 is less than two weeks away, originally scheduled for the 17th, it has now been moved to the 18th. The CARI pool was unavailable on the 17th so the 18th it is! Here are the meet details....

Date: Sunday, January 18, 2009
Location: CARI Pool Charlottetown
Warm-Up Times: 11 & Over: 8:30-9:30 AM, meet should be finished around 1:00 PM
10 & Under: 1:30-2:00 PM, meet should be finished around 4:00 PM
Meet Fees: $20.00/swimmer
Meet Entries and Payment Due Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Please let your swimmer's coach know if your swimmer(s) will be attending this meet. If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact any member of the coaching staff.

See you on the deck!

Coach Tracy

Caps

SDSC arrived in December. All swimmers should have now received a complimentary cap. If your swimmer hasn't received their cap, please let me know.

Replacement caps are $6 and can be purchased from me.

Thanks, Tanya

Early Morning Practice Cancelled

Practice scheduled for January 2nd (T4 and Reg / National) is CANCELLED.

Practice Cancelled for January 2, 2009

I'm am sure most of you have guessed it....practice is cancelled for tomorrow morning. I will see you all at practice on Monday, January 5, 2009.

Happy New Year & Happy Storm Day!

Coach Tracy

Practice Cancelled for January 2, 2009

I am sure most of you have guessed...practice is cancelled for tomorrow morning. The storm doesn't seem to be calming down any and the plows aren't expected to be back on the road until the early morning hours so enjoy the day off and I will see all of you at practice on Monday, January 5, 2009!

Happy New Year and Happy Storm Day!

Coach Tracy