FAST Sunday News

Nita Thom

Hi FAST Family,

We’re just two weeks away from the season kick-off, and we couldn’t be more excited! Practices begin May 19th at Foothill High School. Please take a moment to review our updated practice schedule so you can start planning your summer.

🏊‍♂️ PRACTICE SCHEDULE

May 19 – 23 > Monday through Friday
May 27 – 29 > Tuesday through Thursday

  • 5:00–5:45 PM – 6U and 7/8s

  • 5:45–6:45 PM – 9/10 and 11/12

  • 6:45–7:45 PM – 13 & Up

June 1 – July 19 > Monday through Thursday

  • 8:30–9:45 AM – 13/14 & 15–18

  • 9:30–10:15 AM – 6U

  • 9:45–10:30 AM – 7/8s

  • 10:15–11:15 AM – 9/10

  • 10:30–11:30 AM – 11/12

Please note all practices are held a Foothill High School Pool and age groups are determined by your swimmer’s age on June 1, 2024.

🎉 VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT + OPEN ROLES
Huge shoutout to the newest member of our team – our Social Events Director! We can’t wait to introduce this fun and enthusiastic parent to you all soon!

We’re still looking for a few more rockstars to join our board:

  • Head Timer – Manages timers at meets (covers all volunteer points!)

  • Fundraising Director – Leads Swim-a-Thon + 3–4 Dine-Out events

These roles fulfill your full volunteer requirement! Email us if you’re interested.

✅ DUAL MEET COMMITMENTS NOW OPEN!
Dual meet sign-ups are now LIVE on the FAST Dolphins website. Remember—each meet is capped at 130 swimmers and spots are first come, first served.

🏆 Want to swim at TVSL Champs on July 19? Swimmers must attend at least three dual meets to qualify—this is a league policy with very few exceptions.

How to Commit:

  1. Log in to the FAST Dolphins website

  2. Go to Menu > Events and Competitions > Team Events

  3. Click the pink “Edit Commitment” button

  4. Select your athlete’s name

  5. Choose “Yes” or “No” from the dropdown

  6. Add a coach’s note if needed (e.g., “Leaving at 11:30am”)

  7. Click “Save Changes”

📬 VOLUNTEER DEPOSIT CHECKS
We require a deposit check per family to confirm your commitment to volunteer this season. The check is returned at season’s end when your shifts are complete.

Bring it to the first practice on May 19, or email [email protected] to drop it off locally.

🩺 SWIMMER MEDICATION NOTICE
For the health and safety of our swimmers:
If your swimmer requires an EpiPen, inhaler, or other rescue medication, please email us before practices begin at
📧 [email protected]
Include your swimmer’s name and medication details so we can coordinate with the coaches during Week 1.

Thanks for being part of our FAST Family! The countdown to the season begins NOW! 🐬💙

— Your FAST Board