Hello Swim Families, Congratulations on a great meet in Salina this past weekend! The Marlins dominated and we have a big bag of ribbons to show for it! Due to the weather today, Monday, January 15th, we have decided to cancel swim practice. The snow is still coming down, there is a little bit of wind, and the roads are questionable at best. Therefore, we believe it is in the best interest of the team that we do not hold practice this evening. The forecast looks more favorable for the...

Hello Swim Families! Please see the information below detailing warmup times and lane assignments for this weekend's Salina Ice Melt swim meet. Saturday AM -- All Ages Warmups: 9:00 - 9:30 am Lanes: 5 & 6 Meet Starts: 10:15 am Sunday AM -- All Ages Warmups: 9:00 - 9:30 am Lanes: 4 & 5 Meet Starts: 10:15 am There will be a break before the 500 freestyle on Saturday--most likely 10 minutes. Swimmers must provide their own timer and counter for the 500 freestyle. If the weather worsens and anything...

Hello Swim Families! I am pleased to announce that we will host practice for White, Blue, and Platinum at their normal times this evening, Wednesday, January 10th. The weather this week is an evolving situation, and there is more snow predicted for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, so we will need to continue to be adaptable. Anyways, we will see you tonight at Genesis between 5:30 and 7:30 pm. -Coach Reid

Hello Swim Families, Due to weather and precarious road conditions, practice is again cancelled today, Tuesday, January 9th. The forecast looks more favorable for tomorrow so we will be cautiously optimistic that we will be back to normal on Wednesday, January 10th. Stay warm and safe. -Coach Reid

Hello Swim Families, Due to the weather, Manhattan Public Schools have cancelled all after school activities. Accordingly, the Marlins will also cancel swim practice this evening, Monday, January 8th, in the interest of the safety of our members and their families. As the weather is not expected to improve until Wednesday, we will you keep you updated on plans for Tuesday, January 9th. Thank you, -Coach Reid

Hello Swim Families! Our first swim meet of the season is this weekend! For those new to the team, I’d like to share with you a checklist of items to bring to the pool. Basic Equipment Swimsuit Swim cap (and extras!) Goggles (and extras!) Towels… multiple towels Warm clothing… robe, sweatshirt, sweatpants, hoodie, pajamas, Snuggie, parka, socks, tennis shoes (Crocs can work too, I guess) A blanket or two A change of clothes Swim bag Nutritional Things Water and/or Gatorade/Powerade/Pedialite Dried fruit Fresh fruit String cheese Jerky Bagels Mixed nuts...

Hello Swim Families! Below is the warmup schedule and lane assignments for the upcoming True Blue Igloo this weekend in Topeka. I have deleted Friday because it is over. Saturday AM Warmups: 8:00 – 8:30 am Lanes: -1 & -2 Meet Start: 8:45 am Sunday AM Warmups: 7:30 – 8:00 am Lanes: 1 & 2 Meet Start: 8:45 am The “negative” lane numbers refer to the furthest most outside lanes of the east pool, the side with the diving boards, that are not actually used for competition. Finals warmup times...

Hello Swim Families! Please be aware that the registration deadlines for two swim meets are coming up soon! 2024 True Blue Igloo, hosted by the Topeka Swim Association; Deadline to register: December 28th, 8:00 pm 2024 Salina Ice Melt, hosted by the Salina Aquatic Club; Deadline to register: January 5th, 6:00 pm Due to the swim meet in Topeka on January 5th, 6th, and 7th (next weekend), there will be no Marlins practice on Friday, January 5th, and Saturday, January 6th. Coach Reid will be at the meet in Topeka,...

Dear Swimming Families! As we wrap up 2023, thank you for making the Manhattan Marlins a wonderful swim team. A few notes from our parent-led board: 1) It is time to renew your USA Swimming membership by Dec. 31 if you haven’t already. (See directions below) 2) Social Media Chair: We are looking for a parent to take the lead in creating Marlins social media posts on Instagram & Facebook. Expectations: Post once a week about a Marlins achievement or upcoming opportunity. If this is your jam, please contact Coach...

Hello Swim Families! Please see the practice schedule for "winter break." I use quotation marks because we are really only taking two days off, Christmas Day and New Year's Day, which will be Monday, December 25, and Monday, January 1, respectively. However, there are a couple of other minor changes to the week of December 25 - December 30. See below. Monday, 12/25 -- OFF Tuesday, 12/26 -- 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Minnows -- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Blue -- 4:30 - 5:30 pm Platinum -- 3:30 pm...