Wildwood Springs Stingrays

Season 31 · 2026 Parent Orientation

Wednesday, May 14, 2026

Welcome & Who We Are

• 31-year neighborhood tradition in West Roswell��
• Open to neighborhood and out-of-neighborhood swimmers�
• Ages 4 through 18 — boys and girls compete together in their designated age group.�
• Member of the Atlanta Swim Association (ASA)

Season at a Glance

• Practices begin May 12�
• 5 meets on Thursdays, May 28th, June 4–18, plus Tuesday June 23�
• ASA Championship at GA Tech, June 26�
• Team Party: June 25 at the Wildwood Springs Clubhouse�
• Communications via SwimTopia emails

Practice Schedule & Day Procedures

Pre-Summer (May 12–20) Afternoons, Mon–Thu

• 4:00–4:30 PM 6 & Under
• 4:30–5:15 PM 7s & 8s
• 5:15–6:00 PM 9s & 10s
• 6:00–7:00 PM 11 & Older

Summer (May 26–June 22) Morning�Monday – Thursday

• 8:00–8:45 AM 9s & 10s
• 8:45–9:30 AM 7s & 8s
• 9:30–10:00 AM 6 & Under
• 10:00–11:00 AM 11 & Over

Evening Option (May 26–June 22) �Mon & Wed Only

• 5:00–6:00 PM 6 & Under, 7s & 8s
• 6:00–7:00 PM 9s & 10s, 11 & Over

On Practice Days:

• Drop off at clubhouse turnaround close to start time
• Come dressed and ready to swim — no changing on deck
• Parents and siblings wait outside gate during practice - only swimmers on deck

Meet the Team

Coaches

Main Team

Paul Cotter — Head Coach

Josephine Janus — Head Coach

Olivia Lunsford — Assistant

Kait Bowman — Assistant

Jillian Butler — Assistant

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Starfish Team

Hensley Johnson — Head Coach

Sam Camp — Assistant

Bronson Vorel — Assistant

Ramsey Frank — Assistant

Nick Fazio — Assistant

Leadership

Ainsley Gemmill — Team Leader

Ryan Gemmill — Comms & HOA

Leah Lovell — Treasurer

Veronica Janus – Coach of Coaches

Nolan Steputis — Volunteer Coordinator

Taryn Shultz — Bullpen Coordinator

Jessica Shellhouse — Concessions

Heather Butler — Merch & Apparel

Libby Chalk — Registration

Mareasa Rooks— Social Chair

Carrie Weatherford — ASA Team Rep

Desirée Vorel — Comms & Graphics

Photos and coach bios: wwsstingrays.swimtopia.com/coaches

The Starfish Program

• For new swimmers ages 3–6
• Focus on water confidence, basic skills, fun in the water
• Dedicated Starfish coaching team led by Hensley Johnson
• Lessons begin May 26, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 – 11:30

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Meet Days: Full Guide

Meet Timeline (Home Meets)

4:30 PM – Home warmups

5:00 PM – Away warm ups

5:30 PM – Meet begins

7:30 PM – 6 & Under done

9:00–9:30 PM – All done

What to Bring

2 towels, sunscreen, bug spray, snacks & water, cap & goggles (+ backup), Sharpie, folding chairs, Label everything!

On Meet Day

• Review Heat Sheet & Mark Arms: Event/Heat/Lane
• Find bullpen by age group & check in with Bullpen Coordinator
• Check entry list for changes
• Check in for volunteer role
• Sick? Text head coach & email wildswim2010@gmail.com

2026 Meet Schedule

• May 28 – Home vs Wexford
• June 4 – Home vs Inverness
• June 11 – Away vs Saddle Creek
• June 18 – Home vs Park Bridge
• June 23 – Away vs Hampton Hall N
• June 26 – ASA Championship @ GA Tech

How to Mark Arms?

Things to remember……

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• Must be done before arriving at the meet
• Black Sharpie is the best to use as it shows up
• If you need help day of, feel free to send an email and we can assist, but the coaches and volunteers cannot be responsible for marking your child at the meet.

Volunteering & How to Help

Every family is expected to fill at least one volunteer role per meet. Sign up through Swimtopia in advance.

Common Roles

• Bullpen parent ( 2 per age group)
• Timer (12 spots — most needed!)
• Concessions
• Deck Manager
• Place Judge, Event Flipper, Announcer

New This Year: Event Staff

Neighborhood teens ages 14+ can apply for paid meet-day positions. Applications at wildswim2010@gmail.com

Appreciation Gift

We ask for a 1-time contribution from families to support an appreciation gift for coaches, leaders, and teen helpers.

Bullpen Volunteers

Crucial Role to keep the meet successful and to reduce coaches stress!!

Required Bullpen Age Groups

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• Bullpen is a great way to get to know your kids friends.
• You are a part of the action!
• You will get to see your own child swim in all their events!

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• 6 & Under (Boys & Girls)
• 7-8 (Boys & Girls)
• 9-10 (Boys & Girls)

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Reasons to be a Bullpen Parent

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Bullpen questions can be sent to Taryn Shultz @ wildswim2010@gmail.com

Stay Connected

Email

wildswim2010@gmail.com

Apps

Merch & Apparel

Reddiset for team suits, t-shirts & gear. �Questions? Email wildswim2010@gmail.com

League Info

Atlanta Swim Association: atlantaswimassociation.org

Swimtopia for schedules, volunteer sign-ups, meet entries & more