Although swimming is an individual sport, FMST strives to make the season a very social team activity. There are several activities that are sponsored by the team to help swimmers establish lasting swim team friendships. Please help out by volunteering for one or more events. The success of each event is almost entirely due to the volunteers.
Squid Pancake and Bowling Breakfast
The Squid Pancake and Bowling Breakfast is usually held in July following morning practice and is located at the Ft. Myer bowling alley. There will be 3 session times - which align with practices for each age group. Parents will need to transport swimmers or arrange transportation from practice to the bowling alley. Supervision and assistance is required for ages 12 and under. Cost is $15-20 and can be made by cash or Givebutter (may vary each year).
Family Fun Meet
After the last dual meet of the season, and prior to All-Stars, the team hosts a Family Fun Meet on a Wednesday night. This event lets parents race against kids and families race against other families. Some of the popular events include:
- Noodle drag race - one swimmer pulls another using a noodle
- Spoon w/ wiffle-golf ball - swimmer hold spoon in mouth with ball on spoon
- Ball race - water polo swim
- Penny dive (for for smaller squids -two hundred pennies for the taking
- Family IM relay
- Clothing-on freestyle relay
- Greased watermelon recovery
Squid Tie-dye
Bring your favorite FMST t-shirt to tie-dye (usually held after a practice).
Squid Yard Sale
Held at the start of the season, a great way to purchase a used official FMST bathing suit for a great price as well as other swim and sports-related gear.
FMST Banquid
At the end of each season, FMST hosts an ice cream social and awards banquet at pool to celebrate the success of each season. All FMST are encouraged to attend!
