TOPS Apparel

Ordering Information

TOPS Apparel Order Form

Items can be ordered through the online catalog. Please note that changes are made to the catalog throughout the season. Also items will be reduced to make way for new items. The sale page is located at the end of the catalog. Click on link above for apparel order form and print out.

  • Completely fill out the form, including your name, swimmers name and practice group.

  • Indicate the size needed and color if applicable.

  • The $5.00 shipping fee is already included on the form.

  • Please make checks payable to “West Cook YMCA” with TOPS in memo section.

  • Payments (checks or cash) may be dropped off at 901 N. Elmwood Ave, Oak Park.

  • Credit Card numbers will be taken over the phone.

  • Forms can either be mailed or dropped off at 901 N. Elmwood Ave, Oak Park.

  • Orders will be placed on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.

  • Orders will also be placed after the Holiday Open House & Claire Statton Meet.

  • Please allow 2 weeks for delivery.

  • Orders will be delivered to the swimmer’s practice group.

  • Please remember to write clearly.

Opportunities to purchase apparel other than online are listed below:

  • Holiday Open House - Location & Date TBD

  • January – Claire Statton meet at UIC (last chance for short course season)

  • Spring Registration at the YMCA – Date TBD

  • (Not) Father’s Day Meet - June 2015

Apparel Team Members

Diane Johnson- Phone: 708-848-9661, Email: [email protected]

Cathy Kelley- Phone: 708-763-9396, Email: [email protected]

Suzanne Scibek- Phone: 708-445-1791, Email: [email protected]

Team Suit

The fit of a team suit is different than a practice or recreational suit. The swimmers are encouraged to wear a more relaxed suit to practice. This helps to create a drag resulting in the swimmer working harder at practice. The fit of the practice suit should offer adequate coverage and be comfortable.

The purpose of the team competition suit is to allow the swimmer to move quickly and efficiently through the water.  The suit should fit like a second skin but allow the swimmer to move and preform the necessary strokes. The fit is snug with out any excessive folds or gapping which allows for the pooling of water in the suit.