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Carolyn Fredericks

Hey Shark Families! A few items before our first meet on Saturday: 1. Swimmer Declarations Due by Midnight Tonight! When you declare for Saturday's meet, please also check the volunteer shift openings and sign up for a spot! More info on the swim meet to come later in the week. Reach out if you have questions or need assistance with swimmer declaration or volunteer sign-ups. 2. Team Gear is In! If you ordered gear from the first team store, you can pick it up at AM practice starting Wednesday morning,...

Carolyn Fredericks

Hi Shark families! Just a few dates and reminders... 1. NO PRACTICE on Memorial Day, May 27 Enjoy the holiday weekend! 2. Morning practices begin on Tuesday, May 28 7AM - ages 11 & up 8AM - ages 10 & under 3. Popsicle Social is on Wednesday, May 29 5-7PM Bring a picnic dinner and hang out with other shark families Swimmers will play games and have open swim time Thanks, Carolyn & Katie

Katie Ritsick

In true May fashion, Colorado weather is prepping those plants for a hot June with thunderstorms, rain, and cool temps! 5-6 AND 6-7pm practices tonight 05/21/24 are CANCELLED. Stay home, stay dry, and see ya tomorrow! Katie & Carolyn

Carolyn Fredericks

Greetings, Shark Families! Our first week of practices is complete, and we're gearing up for a great season! Thanks coaches for getting our swimmers off to a great start. Please see below for schedule updates and reminders, and mark your calendars! GEAR: Suits and team gear from the first Out of Breath team store will be available the week before the first swim meet. Look for Katie and Carolyn at practices to claim your gear. POPSICLE SOCIAL: The Popsicle Social will take place on Wednesday, May 29 from 5-7pm in...

Katie Ritsick

It's here! It's here! Weeks of planning and preparing and SUMMER SWIM STARTS TOMORROW!!! In true spring season fashion, we have to make adjustments on the fly.... Monday, May 13th dryland practice WILL START AT 6PM. I repeat, for those in the back row, MONDAY MAY 13TH PRACTICE WILL BE FROM 6-7. Keep an eye on your emails, with spring/summer storms we will keep you posted about these evening practices. We are so excited to welcome new swimmers and seasoned sharks alike. Our beginning of season Popsicle Social is May...

Katie Ritsick

Hi Sharks and Shark families! Despite the weather the last 24 hours, swim is fast approaching! The deadline for our first Out of Breath Order of custom gear (and team suits) is MIDNIGHT TOMORROW, (April 28th). There will be a second store, HOWEVER, the suit and gear will not be here in time for the first meet on June 1. If you didn't get to try on the suit here are links to the sizing pages from the catalog to guide you. https://pery.com/Web_Assets/2024_SpringSummer_nikeSwim_Performance_Catalog/62/index.html (Childrens measurements) https://pery.com/Web_Assets/2024_SpringSummer_nikeSwim_Performance_Catalog/64/index.html (How to measure and...

Katie Ritsick

What do sharks do when they make new friends? They get 'chummy' together! Its time, more silly shark puns to get you excited for the season! Registration is officially open with South Suburban and the Holly Park website--Remember you have to do both to get your swimmer's fins in the water! If you need help with your SSPRD fee, check out https://www.ssprd.org/Scholarships. You may qualify for financial assistance. As always, reach out if you have any questions! Katie Ritsick & Carolyn Fredericks

Katie Ritsick

Hello all Amazing Shark Families!! We can't believe swim season is just around the corner!! There are some important dates and links for you, so please read all the way to the bottom. (We know, no one ever reads all the way to the bottom! But we can ask! Ha!) 1. Registration for Holly Park Sharks opens through South Suburban on April 15th. Please note that registration is a two-step process. First, you need to register through South Suburban https://register.ssprd.org/CO/south-suburban-parks-rec/catalog Course 299005 Second, you will need to register at our...

Katie Ritsick

And that's a wrap! All practices are cancelled for tonight, Thursday 5/25. Hopefully we'll have better luck tomorrow! Thanks, Katie

Katie Ritsick

Hey Shark families, Due to the lightning and weather, 5-6pm practice ages 10 & under, tonight, Thursday, is cancelled. We are hopeful to still have ages 11 & up from 6-7. I will send an email by 5:45 if we decide to cancel. Sorry for the inconvenience! Gotta love Colorado weather! Katie