DFAC Happenings - 02/07/2025

Abby Bare

 

There is a lot of information heading into the end of our winter session and short course season.  Please watch the Happenings and Facebook for upcoming events, clinics, registrations, etc.

 

BAC GROUNDHOG OPEN

Good luck to our 40 swimmers that are participating in the BAC Groundhog Open at the new Madison West HS pool!  You can find the meet details here:  BAC Ground Hog Open.

As Coach Nick mentioned in his email, there is only street parking available for this meet so please plan accordingly!

 

UPCOMING MEET REGISTRATIONS

Regional Championships (February 21st – 23rd):  REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  02/10/2025

*All swimmers are eligible to participate in the meet.  This will be the last meet of the season for most swimmers*

 

STATE APPAREL STORE – ORDERS DUE 2/16

The state apparel store is open.  You can place your order here:   https://dfacstate2025.itemorder.com/

  • Swimmers qualified for state will receive a t-shirt from DFAC.  Please make sure Team Unify is updated with swimmers’ t-shirt size
  • Swimmer t-shirts will be ordered by DFAC and given to swimmers during the state party
  • This store is for additional apparel families are interested in 

 

KWIK TRIP GIFT CARDS AND CAR WASH CARDS

Did you know that when you purchase Kwik Trip gift cards or car wash cards through DFAC, DFAC receives a portion of the sales back?  These funds help DFAC keep the overall swimmer cost down, assists with coach travel expenses (i.e. swim meets, state meets, etc.), provides training equipment, etc.

  • Are you interested in purchasing?  Kwik Trip gift cards can be ordered in various increments and values.
  • Kwik Trip Elite Car Wash Card – includes 5 car washes per card for $35
    • This is a limited, one time offer for the Elite wash.  DFAC has a limited number of cards. 
    • Note: DFAC can order Ultimate Car Wash cards anytime.  

Please reach out to [email protected] to place an order.

 

MAY HOME SWIM MEET RAFFLE BASKET DONATIONS

The board is now accepting donations for a raffle gift basket to raffle off during the May meet.  This will be a fundraising opportunity for the club.   Donations can be from local vendors, stores or a donation from families.   Currently, we have a Kendra Scott necklace and a soy candle.

Please contact [email protected] to coordinate donation drop offs

 

SPRING PLACEMENTS

If you know friends or family who are interesting in joining DFAC, we have our spring placements open for registration.   You can find the dates, times, and Google form to register here:  DFAC New Swimmer Placement.

 

DFAC ANNUAL BANQUET

The annual banquet recognizing our swimmers will be held on April 13th at Windsor Elementary School.  There will be a potluck sign up in TeamUnify so please watch for updates.   The board will also have a quick update on the team, our financials, and vote on any open board positions.

 

COMING SOON!

  • March clinics – we will once again be holding clinics in March; details and registration will be coming out shortly.
  • Spring registration – we are working on the schedule now and anticipate opening registration mid-March.

 

SAVE THE DATES – FUTURE HOME MEETS

  • May 17, 2025 – DFAC Spring Splash (date pending approval)
  • June 28, 2025 – DFAC Summer Solstice (date pending approval)

*As a reminder, home meet volunteering is REQUIRED and if you are unable to meet this requirement, you will be charged the $150 fee*