Happy Wednesday, BAM. It looks like we might make it through the winter without any snow, but I won’t give up hope yet! Several people have let me know that they didn’t get the weekly email last week. I’m assuming/hoping this was a SportsEngine glitch, but in case it happens again: remember that you can find all the information from the weekly email on BAM’s website! Instructions are included at the bottom of this email. News for the week: There are still 5 spots left in the Bellevue Masters Mile,...

Happy Wednesday, BAM. Still waiting for snow…. News for the week: Practices will follow their regular schedule on Martin Luther King Day (Monday, January 19). Only 10 spots left in the Bellevue Masters Mile, to be held on Sunday, February 1 st. Can you keep up with BAMmers Andi Hunt and Larry Hile? USMS Go the Distance: USMS swimmers across the US have collectively logged over 11,000 miles so far this year, and we’re not even half-way through January! Puget Sound Masters (which includes BAM) is currently the fifth largest...

Happy Wednesday, BAM! Please don’t be alarmed by the theme of this week’s SignUpGenius. It’s just wishful thinking on my part; there is no snow in the forecast for the foreseeable future. Unless you’re visiting the Cascades – they’re about to enjoy a hefty snowfall. News for the week: Please check the attached document to confirm that you are registered with USMS for 2026. If your name is not on the list, please renew your USMS membership before participating in any BAM practices. The Bellevue Masters Mile is open for...

Happy New Year, BAM! I hope everyone is looking forward to resuming practices, ready to pursue goals old and new. Take a look at the news for some fun USMS events that you can join this year. One of them allows you to earn rewards simply by tracking your yardage at practice! Happy Birthday to the following BAMmers with birthdays in January: Leilani Tonsmann Rutilio Clark Ken Goodman Greg Rosenthal Deb Fuller Natalie Montanez Jessica Dubey Andi Hunt Linda Warren Abby Smith Georgia Tsaprali Joe McRitchie Dennis Sawyer Hollie McIntyre...

Happy Wednesday, BAM. We’re back! Kind-of sort-of. Practices will resume (with coaches on deck) next week on Friday (Jan. 2), so the SignUpGenius in this week’s email has slots that you can sign up for. I hope everyone is enjoying their break and will be recharged and ready to get back in the water next week! News for the week: BAM’s December hiatus continues through January 1 st. BAMmers are welcome to swim during lap swim (please check the Aquatic Center schedule for lap swim hours). Practice resumes on Friday,...

Happy Wednesday, BAM. Many thanks to the BAM Boosters for hosting another warm and cozy holiday party! It was fun to sit and talk with friends without the pressure of “when do we leave for the next set?” For those who were unable to attend, be sure to ask your lanemates about the world premiere performance of Bamalot: �� “In short there’s simply not… a more congenial spot… for happy aquatic mastering, than here in Bamalot!” �� A BAM Tshirt and pan were left at the party (see attached photos)....

Happy Wednesday, BAM. The BAM Boosters Holiday Potluck is this Saturday, December 13 th from 5:00 to 8:00 at the American Legion Hall. Come learn what your teammates look like when they have dry hair! My apologies to the following BAMmers with birthdays in December – I missed you on last week’s list. Many happy returns! Elisabet Gordon Brad Payne Jim Stretch News for the week: USMS memberships expire at the end of December. Please renew before then, as membership is required for participation with BAM. BAM holiday practice schedule:...

Happy Wednesday, BAM. As announced a couple weeks ago, our coachless December workouts started this week (let me know ( [email protected]) if you didn’t get the email and I’ll forward it to you). So far I’m finding the workouts challenging and effective – a chance to put into practice the stroke, streamline, and turn drills we’ve been doing since September. Coach April may not be on deck, but I can still hear her feedback in my head! Who amongst us has the self-discipline to end the month with better technique...

Happy Thanksgiving Eve, BAM. Last Thursday Jenette sent out an email announcing changes to BAM’s practices in December. Let me know ( [email protected]) if you didn’t get it and I’ll forward it to you. The Wednesday emails will continue through the month with BAM news and updates, and the weekly SignUpGenius link. News for the week: No practice tomorrow (Thursday). Have a good Thanksgiving! The one-and-only practice on Friday (6 to 7:15a) is currently full, but keep an eye on it if you’re hoping to swim – sometimes slots open...

Good evening, I hope all of you are doing well and looking forward to a great Thanksgiving week. The Aquatic Center is plugging along, and we are excited to show you the mini face-lift we are doing over the next 2 months to the lobby and locker rooms, a bit of new paint and signage. I am hard at work, and I am already getting ready for our impending PHASE 2 construction period. It will begin sometime between March 1 and April 1, 2026, and I will keep you posted...