Dear Swim Team Families,

It’s been so great seeing so many of you for these beginning swim practices and a warm welcome to all of our new swimmers!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

MONDAY 5/25 Memorial Day – NO SWIM PRACTICES (Enjoy the weekend!)

• Schedule (Tuesday-Thursday)
  • 12 and older 4:30pm - 5:30 pm
  • 8&U Team 5:30pm - 6:15 pm
  • 9-11 year olds 6:15 pm - 7 pm
• Double check the PRACTICE SCHEDULE to get ready for next week. Please only attend practice during your designated age group.

SAVE THE DATE

THURSDAY 5/28 at 7pm: SOCIAL TIME WITH COACH ELIZABETH!

• As Coach Elizabeth needs to focus on the swimmers during practice, she is offering this opportunity for parents and swimmers to chat with her after practice on May 28 from 7:00 to 8:00!
• This will be a casual event and a great opportunity to play ping-pong, and hang out with Coach Elizabeth and some of the assistant coaches. We will be handing out popsicles! We hope to see you there!

SATURDAY 6/6 at 8am: TIME TRIALS!

• Time trials is a swim meet, but it’s just for Merrimack swimmers (all are encouraged to attend). Swimmers practice swimming in a meet setting and record a time for each event. This allows coaches to plan the first A meet. It also allows volunteers to learn on the job.
• If your child cannot attend, then they may get baseline or first times recorded at the B meet on Wednesday, June 17.
• SPORTFAIR will sell Merrimack team suits poolside during time trials on June 6 from 8am - 11am.
• Please indicate whether your child is available AND sign up to volunteer at Time Trials (using the “Meet Entry” and “Job Signup” buttons)! We need lots of volunteers to make this possible.

PRIVATE LESSONS

• Our wonderful coaches provide private swim lessons! These are great for both new swimmers and more experienced swimmers. Check out our coach bios to learn about their specialty strokes and sign up for lessons!

REMINDERS

• MERCH MERCH MERCH! Get your Merrimack-themed gear here! The earlier you order, the earlier your gear arrives!

FAQS

• WHO’S WHO?:
  • Head Coach: Elizabeth Sudassy
  • Assistant Coaches: Chloe Green, Amelia Garrett, Bailey Han, Rebecca Thatch, Charlotte Thatch, Gavin Fletcher, Aidan Eagle, Rafe Gonzalez, Eton Smith, Leah Fletcher, Claire Fioravanti, Mallory Zimmerman
  • Team Reps: Matt Zimmerman (general team management)
  • A-Reps: Elena Renjel & Chris Pashby (A-Meets, All-Star Relays, Divisionals & team activities)
  • B-Reps: Anne Glass & Anna Park (B-Meets & team activities)

• WHEN CAN I TALK TO THE COACHES?
  • For safety reasons, please do not talk to coaches during or between practices. They’re watching your kids! Instead, email your team reps [email protected].
• WHAT DO WE NEED FOR PRACTICE?
  • Each swimmer should come with goggles, cap (hair tied back) and well-fitted swimsuit.
  • Here are some examples of goggle options on Amazon.
  • Sun shirts are great for playing in the pool, but slow down our swimmers! Choose a simple, one-piece (for girls) suit for swim practice.
• WHAT IF THE WEATHER LOOKS BAD?
  • Practice continues in light rain and cool temperatures (the pool water is heated), but will be delayed or canceled due to thunder or downpours. We’ll get messages out whenever possible. You can also call the front desk at (301) 229-6579.
• IS THERE AN APP? YES! Swimtopia has a great app: App Store or Google Play. (SKIP “Pro” upgrade. We won’t use it.) Once you download, log in with YOUR PERSONAL Swimtopia username & password (which you set up at registration).
• MORE QUESTIONS?  Please see the team handbook and volunteer requirements here. Everyone, that means you, needs to volunteer!

Looking forward to seeing you at the pool!

Your Swim Reps,

Anna & Anne (B Reps)

Chris & Elena (A Reps)