Thompson Park Dolphin Swim Team
Parent Newsletter
2009
Welcome Swimmers and Families! We are looking forward to a new and exciting summer swim season. Please take note of the following information. If you have ANY questions feel free to contact your officers listed below:
President, Heidi Meredith 330-385-6393
Vice-President, Amy Wilson 304-387-0526
Secretary, Kim Kempf 330-382-0161
Treasurer, Darla Boso 330-385-6596
Fill out the enclosed Registration Form/Emergency Medical Authorization Form for each swimmer. Feel free to make copies of the enclosed form if necessary.
Bring forms and payment to registration at the Calcutta YMCA on April 18 between 10am and 3pm or mail them to: Thompson Park Dophins, Registrar
P.O. Box 2935
Fees: 1st Swimmer $80.00
2nd Swimmer (from same immediate family) $70.00
3rd Swimmer (from same immediate family) $60.00
Make checks payable to Thompson Park Dolphin Swim Team
50% of the total fee must be paid with registration
The balance will be due before the first meet
No Refunds will be made after the first scheduled swim meet. If a refund is requested before the first meet, the swim club reserves the right to deduct any costs incurred for the swimmer up to that point, including costs for apparel and equipment
Swimmers will receive their pool pass when their dues are paid. If you have a question or concern about your balance, please contact Darla Boso
The season is very short, so we are holding a pre-season clinic at the Calcutta YMCA for conditioning and skills development. It will begin May 4th and run through the opening of Thompson Park Pool. For insurance purposes, there is a small fee for clinic for swimmers without a YMCA membership. You will be contacted when specific days and times are available.
Our team colors are red, white and blue. Team suits are not required. The team suit is a TYR American Ace Navy Maxback for Female swimmers and the TYR American Ace Navy Jammer for Male swimmers. Swimmers Network will be available to assist you at one of the May clinic dates.
All female swimmers must practice and compete in a one-piece swimsuit.
All swimmers must have athletic shoes, swimsuits, goggles, swim caps, towels, water bottle and sunscreen at practice. Please identify your swimmers equipment with his/her name. Swimmers will often do dry land workouts that require athletic shoes and socks.
Your Contribution for the Team
One volunteer from each family for every home swim meet
Contributions to the concession stand (pop, water, hot dogs, buns, etc) You will be contacted by out volunteer concession stand coordinator, Jan Todd, with details.
Fundraising
Calcutta Giant Eagle Hot Dog Sale
Sprint Splash program advertisements and a percentage of apparel & gear sales
Lane sponsorship: Let Amy Wilson know of any business or organization that wants to advertise for $50
50/50 Drawings at home meets. Families will receive tickets to sell in June for the Spint Splash raffle.
General communication will be handled through the Mailbox. The mailbox contains file folders for each family and will be available at each practice. This is how we provide schedule updates, invitational information, meet directions, distribute awards and pictures. Additionally, for families with internet access, the team with provide email updates and website access. Additional details will be made available May 4th.
Team Handbooks will be provided for all new swimmers. Please review this handbook and let us know if you have any questions regarding our operating procedures. If you need a handbook, please contact Kim Kempf.