NTGSD Expectations for Group Placement
Swimming
Varsity | JV Groups | Frosh | |
Day 1 | 7x100 Kick @ :10 Rest 4 free, 3 breast (Hold 1:40 avg. or faster) | Coaches will place JV swimmers in the Blue, Gray, and Green JV groups based on demonstrated skill throughout tryouts and previous short course times. Our goal is to ensure a safe and efficient practice environment that creates an opportunity for individual improvement and team success. | All freshmen swimmers will be placed in the freshman group. Freshman swimmers interested in joining the varsity group should contact Coach Guy on the first day of practice. |
Day 2 | 6x100 Free @ :05 Rest (Hold a 1:10 avg. or faster) | ||
Day 3 | 7x100 IM @ :30 rest (Avg. 1:17 or faster) | ||
*Times to “hold” are approximations based on past group makeup | |||
The “No Cut” Policy
Our goal is to accommodate anyone who wants to commit to the swimming team, regardless of ability. That said, we are a space-limited program and we need to ensure that all members of the team can complete a practice safely. If coaches determine that an athlete does not possess the minimum skill required, that athlete may be cut from the team. Any questions about skill level can be directed to Coach Guy before the start of the season.
Diving
The Diving squad on our team has limited space, and participation numbers will be determined by a combination of factors. Squad size must allow for all divers to get through a full and productive workout in the allotted time. It must also allow for all divers to safely participate within the allotted space (which is frequently shared with a group of swimmers). Finally, it must to a certain extent take into consideration the ability of the athletes and their desire to continue to progress. We encourage any girls who do not make the Diving team to try out and be placed in one of our swimming groups.