Update on Practice for This Morning

Hello Everyone,

It is snowing and blowing snow here in Charlottetown causing white-out conditions making it not safe for Dave and I to travel to Summerside this morning. I have called Lori and she is going to be there. I have placed a call with Lance and I am not sure if he is going to make it to Summerside either so I have given a practice to Lori.

The "Insanity" workout is cancelled for today so practice will end at 11:00.

Hope to see everyone tomorrow!

Coach Tracy

Dolphins Practice Cancelled Today

Hello Everyone,

Please note... the Dolphins practice that was scheduled from 11:00-1:00 has been cancelled due to the weather.

As for the clinic in Charlottetown, I have not heard from Swim PEI yet so I am assuming it is a go but unless it clears up, I would not recommend travelling to Charlottetown. It is nasty out and roads are ice packed.

Practice will be a go for tomorrow morning unless the storm continues overnight so please check the blog in the AM before heading to practice.

Be safe if you are out on the roads today!

Coach Tracy

Tri-Team Clinic

Hello Parents,

Here are the details regarding the clinic for the Tri-Team swimmers that is going to be held on January 27, 2010.

Location: CARI Pool
Time: 1:00-4:00 PM

I just found out from Swim PEI this week that there is a $25.00 fee for this clinic. I was not aware of this fee, that is why it was not communicated earlier. My apologies. Please make cheque payable to Swim PEI and have your swimmer bring it to the clinic.

I have just heard the most recent forecast and there is a storm brewing for Boxing day and the 27th. Please check the blog or call me at home BEFORE you venture to Charlottetown just to make sure this clinic is not cancelled.

If you have any questions/concerns regarding the Tri-Team, please do not hesitate to give me a call.

I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas!! 2 more sleeps!

Coach Tracy

Last Chance TEAM GEAR

Hi Dolphins:
Janice will be at the pool tonight (Tuesday) between 5 - 6 pm and tomorrow (Wednesday) from 5:30 - 6:30pm to take final orders for clothing.

Thanks everyone!

Tanya

Christmas Training Camp

Ho Ho Ho, Santa is going to bring some surprises to this year's training camp!

The Dolphins Annual Christmas Training Camp is for Tier 3, 4, and Regional Groups and will run from December 27-31, 2010. All swimmers in these groups are encouraged to attend. I know the holidays are a time for family and friends but it also the perfect time to spend with their swim coaches and get some good quality training in! It also gives them a chance to work off all the turkey and treats that they might be eating :) !

Here is the camp schedule...

Monday, December 27, 2010
11:00 AM-1:00 PM: Swim Practice

Please note: Those swimmers that are on the Tri-Team have practice in Charlottetown so they do not have to attend the Dolphins practice this day. Details on the Charlottetown practice will come shortly from Swim PEI.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010
9:00-11:00 AM: Swim Practice, this practice will be conducted by Lance Cansdale, Domestic Operations Officer for Swim Canada!! We are so lucky to have Lance for this practice so please, please make sure you swimmer can attend this session!

11:00-11:15 AM: Nutrition Break

11:15-12:15: Insanity Workout (Conference Room)
What to bring: Gym clothes, sneakers, water bottle and an extra towel

Wednesday, December 29, 2010
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM: Swim Practice

1:00-1:15 PM: Nutrition Break

1:15-2:00: Hydrobiking for Tier 4's, Gym/Dryland for Regional swimmers
What to bring: Tier 4's: Water shoes & water bottle, Regionals: Gym clothes, sneakers, water bottle and $5 for the gym

Thursday, December 30, 2010
9:00-11:00AM: Swim Practice

11:00-11:15 AM: Nutrition Break

11:15 AM-12:00 PM: Hydrobiking for Regionals
What to bring: Water shoes, an old t-shirt that can be worn in the pool (not too baggy) and water bottle

Friday, December 31, 2010
9:00 AM- 12:00 PM: CENTURY SWIM
What to bring: FLUIDS, FLUIDS, FLUIDS!! (e.g. Water, powerade, diluted juice)

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

Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas! I hope Santa finds all of you!

Coach Tracy

No Practice Saturday AM

Just a reminder, there will be no morning practice on Saturday, December 18, 2010 because the majority of the swimmers are at the Moncton meet.

The Tier 3 and 4 swimmers are welcome to join the Regional group on Friday from 4:00-6:00 for an extra workout if they'd like.

Best of luck to our Dolphin swimmers that are heading to Moncton this weekend!

Coach Tracy

Dolphins Gear

Hello Parents,

This week, we are going to be taking orders for Dolphin clothing. This will be the only time that we will be selling team clothing. The orders won't be back in time for Christmas but it will arrive early January. Dolphins clothing can still be a great Christmas idea! We have some pretty cool stuff so make sure you or your swimmer(s) stops by to check it out!

Janice McIssac has volunteered to organize our clothing order this year (thank-you Janice!) and she will be taking orders at the pool during the following practice times....

Tuesday, December 14, 2010: 4:30-6:00
Wednesday, December 15, 2010: 5:00-6:30
Thursday, December 16, 2010: TBD

If you have any questions regarding the clothing order, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Coach Tracy

Starter Clinic

Hi Everyone, Swim PEI is holding a starter clinic in Charlottetown this Saturday. If anyone is interested in attending, please let me know ASAP. The clinic will be held at the Cari Pool at 1:00. A great opportunity for those parents attending the meet on Saturday anyway! Thanks,

Tanya

Congratulations Dolphin Swimmers!!

I would like to extend a very SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS to the nine Dolphin swimmers that were invited to be part of the 2011 PEI Tri Team. Several other Dolphin swimmers were very close. The nine swimmers that have been identified are:

11-12 Girls:
Anna Son
Grace Meade
**Alternate: Emily Steele

11-12 Boys:
Nathan Fennell
Chase Holt

13-14 Girls:
Julia Campbell
Maggie Finkle Aucoin

13-14 Boys:
Bearon Bracegirdle
Drake Holt
Evan Tynski


These swimmers will have the opportunity to attend a special training camp and swim meet in January 2011. They will train and compete with Team Nova Scotia and Team New Brunswick. A very unique opportunity for our Dolphins swimmers and a little taste of what it is like to be part of a Provincial Team!

The team was selected by identifying the top six boys and girls in the province in every age group. All Island swimmers were ranked by adding together the FINA points in the top three races for every swimmer (11 & Over). FINA points is the world ranking system for swimming. Every time acheived in an event has a FINA point value. For example, a time of 30.89 in the 50m Freestyle for Women has a FINA point value of 456 while a time of 30.86 has a point value of 458. For more detailed information on the selection process, please visit the Swim PEI website at http://www.swimpei.com/ .

Once again, CONGRATULATIONS to our nine Dolphin swimmers that made the team! We are looking forward to seeing you compete among the best in the Maritimes!

SDSC Coaching Staff

Last Day of Swimming Before Christmas Break

Hello Parents!

Please note the last day of practice for your swimmer(s) before the Christmas Break.

Jr. Dolphins: Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Tier 1 A & B: Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Tier 2, 3, 4 & Regional: Wednesday, December 22, 2010

The Tier 3, 4 & Regional groups will be having a training camp over the Christmas holidays beginning December 27, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Please check back for the training schedule in the next few days...just trying to secure pool time.

Thanks!

Coach Tracy

Tracy's Email Account

Hi Everyone:
Tracy's SDSC email account has not worked since the launch of our new website. We will notify you when it is up and running - in the meantime, please email her at:
tracy@parasportpei.ca

(If anyone sent her emails in the last 2 weeks, you may wish to resend to the address above) Thanks,

Tanya

Volunteer - Roll Coin

Hi Again, we have about $500 in coin that needs to be rolled. It is already separated. If a couple of parents could volunteer (maybe during a practice), please let me know. Thanks! Tanya

tmtynski@pei.sympatico.ca

Upcoming Potluck

Hi Dolphins,

Due to limited availability of a venue for our Christmas potluck, we have opted to postpone our party and have a "Pep Rally Potluck" on January 14th. This will be the night before the next meet we are hosting and we hope everyone can come out to learn some SDSC cheers and share in some fun and food! Details on time and place will follow. THANKS!!!

Tanya

Moncton Meet Updates

Hello Everyone,

Okay, so the Moncton Meet is definately a go. We have 13 swimmers confirmed for the meet and still waiting to hear back from a few more. Most people are staying overnight. Hotels are not being booked by the Club so you will be responsible for booking your own rooms.

Below you will find all the meet information. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the meet.

Dates: December 18-19, 2010

Location: CEPS Pool, University of Moncton

Warm-Up Times:
Saturday Session #1: 8:00 AM
Saturday Session #2: 4:00 PM
Sunday Session #3: 8:00 AM

Meet Fees: $30.00/swimmer plus $15.00 coaching fee

# of Events: Swimmers competing just on Saturday can swim a maximum of 6 events. Swimmers competing on Saturday and Sunday can swim a maximum of 8 events.

Please drop off your fees to the SDSC locked box by December 10, 2010.

Thanks everyone!

Coach Tracy

Change in Presidency

Due to the time commitment and my availability, Tanya Tynski will be resuming duties as President of the Summerside Dolphin Swim Club for the remainder of the year effective immediately. I will be remaining on the board.

Kirk Steele.

$500 Winner

The winner of the $500, drawn by Craig Noonan, was Kyla Palmer.