Q: Who can join the Mentor Marlins Swim Team?
A: Anyone can join as long as you are not a current member of another SSL swim team. You must petition the league in order to switch teams. Contact a parent board representative or head coach for assistance.
Q: How much does it cost to join?
A: The 2025 fee $185 per swimmer. A discount is applied for a multi-swimmer registration. The cost break down is as follows: $80 Pool rental and lifeguard/manager fees, $60 Coaching, $45 league dues, insurance, equipment maintenance, banquet & awards, and other administrative costs for the team
Q: What date does Marlins practice start?
A: The first day of practice will be Monday, June 2, 2025
Q: What time does practice start and where is practice held?
A: Ten and under practice is from 8:30-9:30am and 11 and up practice is 8:30-10am Monday through Thursday at Civic Center Pool. The Friday practice will be held at the UH Wellness Center for those swimmers that will be competing in the meet on Saturday. 10 and under swimmers will practice from 8:30-9:30am and 11 and up swimmers will practice from 9:30-10:30am. There will be evening practice at Civic Center on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:45-7:45pm, but spots will be limited for evening practice.
Q: What time do the meets start and how often are they?
A: Meets are usually every week on Saturday mornings, beginning at 8:00am (expect an earlier show time). The 2025 meets run from June 14 through July 19. Championship Weekend will be Saturday - Sunday, July 26 & 27, 2025.
Q: When will spirit wear & swim suits be available for purchase?
A: Team swim suits and swim gear items are available through our Marlins team store on SwimOutlet.com beginning in April. Please refer to the link on our website under the Team Store tab. Shop the Spirit Wear collection here - Deadline to order is June 8, 2025. There is NOT a second store this year, so make sure you get your orders in before it's too late. Your swimoutlet.com and spirit wear purchases directly support our Marlins, and we appreciate you showing your team pride!
Q: When will online registration be available?
A: Online registration will open for all on April 1, 2025
Q: As a parent, am I required to help with team meets?
A: YES. We need over 200 volunteers to make this swim season a success! We ask that each family volunteers at a minimum of 3 meets. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to the team, there are plenty of positions available for everyone. Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet other swim families, support your swimmers, and get a closer look at the excitement of the meets!
Q: Do you have to compete in every meet?
A: No, but we would like for you to swim in every meet possible. You must practice at least 3 times in the current week to swim for points in that meet at the end of that week. You must swim in 3 dual meets to be entered in Championships.
Q: What if my child has never been on a swim team before? What is required for my child to join?
A: Swimmers must be able to swim 1 length of the pool without assistance and without stopping (25 meters). Younger / less experienced swimmers that are still developing their skills may want to consider also taking swim lessons through the city alongside of swim team. Please check the city website for availability.
Q: As a returning member, why doesn't the system allow me to login with my previous email and password to register for the new season?
A: Previous member accounts are placed in a "suspended" status at the end of each season. Returning members must first login using the "Registration" tab on the home page to register. Once the account has been verified and payment has been processed, the account status will be changed to "active" and can be accessed through the Sign In function. Members will receive an email letting them know when their account status has been changed, usually within 24 hours of registration.
