Masters Weekly Announcements Monday, July 28 2025

Masters Weekly Announcements
Monday, July 28, 2025

Happy Monday, Team.

This week's announcements include the following:

1. Summer Championship Meet
2. Facility Update during Diving Junior Nationals 
3. Rose Bowl Meet Results
4. Important Key Dates to Remember
5. 2025-2026 Season
6. Words from Coach Mark
 

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SW Zone Championship Meet  

Dates: August Fri-Sun., 15-17

Deadline to Enter: Fri, Aug 8, 2025 (MAX events are 6 - make sure to select which relays you are available to swim)

Registration Link

Here are our MVN entries so far:

• Bonus: You’ll earn 3 service hours just for entering the meet to swim! (must have at least 4 events & relays)
• SW ZONE Summer Champs is a mandatory event where each member is required to work 3 hours or participate in the meet by swimming. 
• Distance Swimmers, the 1500 will be limited to 32 swimmers (4 heats). Sign up early.

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Facility Update during USA Junior Nationals Diving

During the Junior Nationals Diving Championships, which run through Sunday, August 3, Masters swimmers will not be permitted to use the restroom showers alongside junior athletes due to Safe Sport protocols.

Masters may change and/or dress in the toilet stalls only.

If you typically swim early in the morning, please adjust your schedule accordingly if you require time to shower at home before heading to work.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this important event.

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Rose Bowl Meet Results

 
We’re proud to celebrate the incredible performances of our swimmers at the Rose Bowl Swim Meet!

Their hard work, dedication, and competitive spirit were on full display. Check out these amazing results:

Miles Chedekel (75–79 Age Group)
100m Breaststroke – 2:24.83 – 1st Place
50m Backstroke – 1:01.00 – 1st Place
50m Breaststroke – 1:00.71 – 1st Place

Vincent Flores (60–64 Age Group)
200m Backstroke – 4:37.24 – 3rd Place
200m Breaststroke – 5:08.41 – 1st Place
100m Butterfly – 2:03.73 – 3rd Place
400m Individual Medley – 9:30.78 – 1st Place
400m Freestyle – 8:20.10 – 2nd Place

Beverly Montrella (75–79 Age Group)
50m Freestyle – 42.72 – 1st Place
50m Butterfly – 54.75 – 1st Place
100m Backstroke – 1:50.86 – 1st Place
50m Backstroke – 50.00 – 1st Place

Lisa Zeise (65–69 Age Group)
100m Backstroke – 3:01.76 – 1st Place
100m Freestyle – 2:18.77 – 1st Place
800m Freestyle – 21:56.40 – 1st Place

Congratulations to all our swimmers!

Your performances inspire us all to keep pushing, training, and racing with heart. Let’s carry this momentum into the next meet!

Full Meet Results

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Important Key Dates to Remember

• August 18–24: Dark Week – No workouts. Take this time to rest and recharge!
• September 21: Mission Mile – Sign up Soon!
• October 5: Short Course Meter Meet – Let’s keep the momentum going into fall!

Thank you all for your continued dedication and team spirit. Let’s bring the energy, swim fast, and finish the summer season strong!

Go Team!  

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Words from Coach Mark
 

Hey team! When you step up on the blocks for a freestyle race, it’s not just about swimming fast — it’s about swimming smart.

Here are some  race strategies crucial to your success:

Freestyle Race Strategies

50 Freestyle:

1. Legs initiate speed…the faster kick you have, the quicker arms will cycle = faster swim

2. Head tilt should be 5-10 degrees higher than aerobic training level.

3. The execution of the turn must be PERFECT.

4. Execution of the breakout must be flawless (keep the momentum of the turn going into your swim)

5. Recommended breathing: NEVER BREATHE in or out of your turn walls; that goes for the finish as well. Plan your breathing pattern; it should be subconscious. Your focus is to reach the wall first, not to breathe.

6. FINISH ON YOUR SIDE, HEAD DOWN.

100 Freestyle:

1. Same as the 50 Freestyle, and in addition:

   1. First 50 should be controlled (breathing pattern is normal, flawless turns, longer but FAST strike)

   2. Your “Legs are your Reinforcements.” You will need them in the end. Use them through the race, but do not trash them too early.

   3. The race is determined by the last 10 meters…make sure you have set yourself up for a good finish.

200 Freestyle:

1. 50 Controlled, legs are at a 6 best rhythm, 50 Solid, 50 Down Hill, 50 FINISH.

2. PERFECT….long streamlines.

3. This race is determined by the last 25 meters and who has the BEST TURNS.

400 Freestyle:

1. 100 Controlled, 100 Solid, 100 Make Your Move, 100 Down Hill, 100 FINISH.

2. Your legs will keep you in check on your ability to perform well. Use them at the right time to boost.

3. DO NOT PROTECT YOURSELF…this race should hurt the last 50 meters.

4. The faster the turn you have, the faster the swim you will have.

1500 Freestyle:

1. 500 Controlled, 400 Solid, 300 Make Your Move, 200 Down Hill, 100 FINISH.

2. Own the race from start to finish.

3. Rely on the “Second Wind”: effect (if you believe in it, it will happen.)

4. Legs should be used to keep tempo in check; more importantly, they should be used primarily to execute perfect turns and long, perfect streamlines.

5. Whoever can control their breathing, turns, and tempo will have their best time.

When you’ve practiced your strategy in training, you’ll feel more confident on race day. You’ll trust your plan, your training, and your ability to execute.