Family Jobs Sign Up Starts Tomorrow!!!!

Sara Willbrich

Hey Tiger Dive Families,

We have been so very happy to see everyone returning to the dive well . . . and new faces too! Despite some chilly weather and rain, practices are off to a smooth start. Temps are warming this week and summer is right around the corner!

In this issue of your Tiger Dive Newsletter (linked to text below)

Happening this Week

Afternoon practices continue Monday – Friday 4:15-5:00 pm, 5:00-5:45 pm or 5:45-6:30 pm. Come to the session that works best. Family jobs sign-up opens Monday June 2, 8pm-ish. Dive Family Potluck & Team Spirit Kickoff on Sunday June 8, 4:30-6:30 pm. Diver registration is now MANDATORY: our insurance requires every diver be registered to participate from here on out.

Jobs Sign-Up Opens Tomorrow!!!

We could NOT do this without you! The team counts on every Tiger Dive family to make the season a success. Starting tomorrow, you can sign up for jobs throughout the season. Jobs are varied, including certified roles (officials) and tasks open to all (e.g., concessions, table work, social events organization). If you have 1 diver = 3 slots, 2 divers = 5 slots, and 3 divers = 6 slots. We will send an extra email tomorrow with link and directions for signing up.

We are still in need of a few volunteers to handle some key season-long jobs:

  • Team photographer (counts as up to 5 slots): It's always nice to capture our kiddos mid-air and share the photos at the season's ending banquet. If you have an eye for action-shots, the right equipment, and a know-how with photo sharing sites, we'd love to have your help.
  • Social events lead (counts as up to 5 slots): We're looking for someone with organizational prowess to help us organize the opening potluck and family dive meet events supported by our other parent volunteers.

We will send out a "Dive Jobs 101" email later tonight that you can skip if you are a veteran!

Tiger Gear Tag Sale & Team Suits

If your divers have outgrown their Tiger swag, please donate their clean, gently used gear (e.g. suits, sweatshirts, t-shirts, lounge pants, etc.) for the Tag Sale. Just drop them in the bin in the pool manager’s office. Drop by and shop the annual Tiger Tag Sale on Friday, June 13 at 5:30pm!  All proceeds benefit the Glenwood Swim and Dive Teams.

If you miss the tag sale or need a suit sooner, call or stop by Capital Sport and Swim in Kensington anytime Monday-Saturday. They’ll set you up with the latest Tiger Dive (and Swim) suits.

Judges and Referees

New to diving? Attending the Judges clinic is a fantastic way to learn more about this sport, what your diver is learning, and what you'll see at meets. You are not required to judge this year to attend training; please feel free to "audit" the two-part training! For the on-line portion (click here). Dates for the in-person portion are listed below.

Are you a seasoned judge? It’s a great time to move up! We are in need of refs. Please consider attending a referee’s training. Shadowing an early meet is a great transition into ref-world!

Great news: Glenwood is hosting two in-person training sessions – one for Judges and one for Refs on Tuesday, June 10th. So, there’s really no reason to miss out! :-) For any questions at all about Judging or Refereeing, please contact Dive Rep Carrie at: [email protected]

Bring Extra Towels!!

Early in the season, the pool is still warming up and the weather is fluctuating, so our tiger cubs can get chilly quickly as they patiently wait their turn in line. BRRRRRR. Towels become soggy and cold in between dives, especially once the sun dips below the trees. Please have your Tiger pack a spare towel or three to use between dives and sweats post-practice! Outside of heavy rain (or thunder), practices will not be cancelled.

As always, feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! If you're new and missed previous dive updates you can find them here.

From Your Dive Reps,
Sara and Carrie (and Treasurer and Meet Secretary Traci)

More Upcoming June Events/Dates (To see the Team Unify calendar with all meets and other major events for the season click here. And to see a Google calendar that you can copy to your Google calendar click here.)

  • Tiger Tag Sale, 6/13, 5:30 pm
  • First Dive Meet @ Home 6/15, 4:00 pm start, arrival time TBD
  • First Morning Practices begin 6/18, afternoon schedule changes.
  • Second Dive Meet Away @ Robin Hood 6/22, 4:00 pm start arrival time TBD
  • Tiger T-shirt Decorating 6/24, during practices.
  • Judges Clinics: 
    • June 8, Sunday 8:15 - 9:45 am at Regency Estates 
    • June 10, Tuesday 6:00 - 7:30 pm at Glenwood - Referee Training Same Day 
    • June 13, Friday 6:00 - 7:30 pm at Seven Locks
    • June 19, Thursday 6:30 - 8:00p m at Flower Valley