Shark Info for Week 8

Carolyn Fredericks

Greetings, Shark Families!

Thank you to everyone who participated in meets, practices, volunteering, and cheering during the last 7 weeks of our regular Shark season. We had such a great time with all the swimmers and their families. And the fun isn't over yet - the Sharks are now swimming into playoffs!

PRELIMS DECLARATIONS

  • Declarations for Prelims are due by midnight tonight! Make sure you select the correct day when you sign up.
    • Day 1 - Tuesday 7/8 @ Wildcat Ridge: ages 9-10, 11-12
    • Day 2 - Wednesday 7/9 @ Castle Pines: ages 8U, 13-14, 15-18
  • There are quite a few volunteer spots remaining for Prelims. Please sign up if you have a swimmer participating, especially if you're short on shifts!

CHAMPS ELIGIBILITY

  • Swimmers who place in the top 16 for each event at Prelims qualify for the Championship meet on July 12. All six teams in our division participate, and it is an incredibly fun and spirited meet!
  • Eligibility for Champs is also based on swimmer attendance during the regular season. Swimmers must attend a minimum of 2 dual meets and 10 practices. This is a league requirement imposed by MHSL.

CHAMPS T-SHIRTS

  • Today is the last day to order Champs t-shirts online through Out of Breath Sports.
  • Champs t-shirts will also be available for purchase at Prelims for $20 (cash or check).

ADJUSTED PRACTICE SCHEDULE

  • This week we will have practice Monday through Wednesday according to the usual schedule. 
  • NO PRACTICE Thursday or Friday. Enjoy the holiday weekend!
  • Practice donuts will be handed out on Wednesday.

ALL STARS ELIGIBILITY

  • To qualify for the All Stars meet on July 19, swimmers must make an All Star time at some point during the season. This includes Prelims and Champs, so if your swimmer is close, there are still a couple more chances to qualify!
  • Eligibility requirements imposed by MHSL: swimmers must attend a minimum of 2 dual meets and 10 practices.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

  • Thursday, 7/3: NO PRACTICE
  • Friday, 7/4: NO PRACTICE
  • Tuesday, 7/8: Prelims Day 1; NO PRACTICE
  • Wednesday, 7/9: Prelims Day 2; NO AM PRACTICE
  • Friday, 7/11: Last day of practice
  • Saturday, 7/12: Champs
  • Sunday, 7/13: End of Season Pool Party and Awards (6-8PM)
  • July 14-19: All Stars Week

Have a great week!

Carolyn & Katie