Good Evening Families,

Wow, it is hard to believe we are entering our final week of our 2017 season. It has been such a great experience for my kiddos and we hope it was for yours. As we wrap up the season here are some very important reminders and information so please be sure to read all the way through. 

Important REMINDERS...

1 -  CHAMPS Volunteers - As stated at the beginning of the season all parents who have swimmers competing in Champs needs to volunteer for one session on either of the two days. Please see the list below and visit the team site and login to volunteer no later than Wednesday, July 12th. 

2. - BANQUET - We are so happy to announce that we have 93 swimmers and their families attending this year's festivities! Please be sure to pay Kelly O'Dell on the pool deck during swim practice this week. 

3. Don’t forget your food items for the Splash Out for Hunger food drive.  Collection bins will be at practice.

 

All practices will be held at the Murabella pool even if you aren't planning on going to Champs, you are welcome to practice!  Please note there will NO Swim practice for ages 6 and under or ages 7-8 on Friday 7/14! 

Tuesday 7/11, Wednesday 7/12, Thursday 7/13

9 & Up age group         7:00 am- 8:15 am

6 & under age group     8:15 am- 9:00 am

7 & 8 age group           9:00 am- 10:00 am

Friday 7/14

9 and Up ONLY - 8:00 am- 9:15 am

 

IMPORTANT CHAMPS INFORMATION!

VOLUNTEER - If your child is swimming on Friday or Saturday we are asking that you go to the Fighting Turtles website and sign up to volunteer for one of the positions.

 We still need the following volunteers for Friday, July 14th :

• Meet Marshall

We still need the following volunteers for Saturday, July 15th :

• Ribbon Sorter (2nd Session)
• Ready Bench (1st and 2nd session)
• Stroke & Turn Official (2nd Session)
• Meet Marshall (1st and 2nd Session) 

The St. Johns Summer Swim League requires each team to provide a certain number of volunteers each day. We greatly appreciate you help to make Champs a success once again this year.

One position you may not be familiar with on the sign up is "Meet Marshall" - this position requires you to help direct participants and spectators throughout the pool deck, directing them away from areas they should not be and offering crowd control when necessary. You will be given instruction upon checking in.

*If you are a certified Stroke & Turn official please sign up for those positions as those are one of the most important roles at the meet.

If you have any questions or need assistance please let one of our board members know. Thank you.

 

Final Monday Clinic:

Our last clinic will be tomorrow Monday, July 10th.  Coach Junior will be focusing on the backstroke.  If you are interested in joining please text Stacie Brown at 865-250-3202 so she can let the coach know. Bring your payment and give it to Coach Junior. Price is $10 per child.  There are only 2 sessions. 

2pm- 3pm - 6 & under

3pm- 4pm - 7 & up

07/10/17

Backstroke

• Technical drill
• Working on body position
• Backstroke kick
• Position of the catch
• Streamline work on their back

 

 Splash Out Hunger:

Every year The St. Johns Summer Swim League participates in a Splash out Hunger Kid-Friendly food drive. Our team will receive points for items that we collect. Below are some ideas.  Share with your kids and get them involved in this wonderful cause.

POINT VALUES FOR EACH FOOD ITEM:

Canned Pasta (Examples: Ravioli and Chef Boyardee) - 1

Canned Soups (Examples: Beef Stew and Chili) - 1

Pasta - 1

Pasta Sauce - 1

Side Dishes (Examples: Hamburger Helper, Mac & Cheese) - 1

Hotel Size Toiletries (Such as: Shampoo, Deodorant, Toothpaste) - 1

Regular Toiletries (Such as: Shampoo, Deodorant, Toothpaste) - 1

Individually Wrapped Items (Examples: Crackers, granola bars, fruit cups)-1

Other Miscellaneous Items - 1

Canned Meat (Tuna and Chicken) - 5

Cereals - 5

Peanut Butter- 5

Laundry Detergents - 5

Toilet Paper - 5

 

End of the Season Swim Banquet- Tuesday, July 18th, 6-8 pm!

An invitation was sent out via email with the details of our End of the Season Swim Banquet.  Swimmers eat free and will receive recognition for their participation on the team.  If you still need to pay for additional family members, please see Our Team Treasurer Kelly O'Dell on the pool deck to make your payment. You can pay by cash or check. 

THANKING OUR COACHES!

We have heard a lot of positive feedback from families regarding our coaches this season.  If any family is interested in contributing a monetary gift to show their appreciation we will be collecting each day at practice, so please see Emma Cooksey this week or Angela Koby at Champs. Our gifts will be presented at the banquet.  We encourage swimmers to also bring any cards or handmade posters to show their appreciation to our dedicated coaching staff!   

As always if you have any other questions or concerns please don't hesitate to contact a Board Member!

Have a great week!  

The 2017 Fighting Turtles Board