WAVE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | JULY 30TH, 2025
WAVE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | JULY 30TH, 2025
SANDY SAYS
A HEARTFELT THANK YOU FROM THE COACHES
We want to take a moment to thank every new and returning Wave family for helping make this summer session such a fantastic one! While several swimmers still have meets ahead, it’s already been an absolute joy to watch our athletes cheer each other on, push themselves, and support one another in becoming the best versions of themselves.
As coaches, we truly value each and every swimmer—and appreciate the unique energy, effort, and spirit they bring to the team. It’s that collective commitment that makes Wave so special.
We hope to see all of you back with us for an exciting and fun-filled fall session!
STATE 13&O MEET
Please join me in wishing Clara Sydow good luck as she represents Wave at the 13&O State Championship meet this coming weekend! We're rooting for you, Clara!
STATE 12&U MEET RECAP
We had 17 AMAZING swimmers representing Wave at the 12&U State Championship meet this past weekend. Braving the heat and humidity on-deck, Wave athletes (and their families from the stands!) rocked the pool with some jaw-dropping swims! Coaches are so proud!
Some great photos from the weekend were shared on our Facebook account. Consider giving us a follow, if you do not already!
Top 8 Finishes (podium)
Peter Boldt - 4th place 100 Fly, 2nd place 200 Fly
Teddy Hesselink - 7th place 50 Breast
Liam Hoppe - 4th place 50 Breast
Amie Song - 5th place 50 Back
Rohan Vaishnav - 8th place 100 Breast, 8th place 200 Breast, 3rd place 50 Breast
New Zone Cuts Achieved
Peter Boldt - 100 Fly and 200 Fly
Amie Song - 50 Free and 50 Back
100% Best Times
Teddy Hesselink
Amie Song
Rohan Vaishnav
Addie Westby
NEW NEWS
WAVE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Sunday, August 17 @ 8:00 PM (location TBD)
You're invited to our Annual Wave Membership Meeting—a key moment for all team families to come together, stay informed, and help shape the future of the Waunakee Wave Swim Team.
Whether you're new to Wave or a longtime member family, this meeting is your opportunity to:
Hear updates from the Board and coaches
Review the team’s progress and financial health
Get a preview of exciting plans for the year ahead
Ask questions, share feedback, and connect with other families
Your voice matters. This is more than a meeting—it’s a chance to be part of the conversation and the community that keeps Wave thriving.
Let’s continue building a fun, supportive, and successful environment for all our swimmers—together. We hope to see you there!
JOIN THE WAVE BOARD – Help Shape Our Team’s Future
Are you passionate about supporting our swimmers and coaches? As a parent-led, community nonprofit, the ongoing success of the Waunakee Wave Swim Team depends on engaged volunteers stepping into leadership roles.
We’re currently seeking 2–3 new Board members to help sustain the strong foundation that has fueled our recent growth and achievements. With two Board officer transitions in the past year, now is a pivotal time to get involved and make an impact.
Board members help shape team strategy, support our coaching staff, and ensure smooth operations—all while staying closely connected to the heart of the team. As a thank-you, Board members also receive a modest discount on swimmer dues.
If you're interested in learning more about Board service with Wave, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Board President Anthony Caruso at [email protected].
Be part of the team behind the team—your involvement makes a difference. New Board members will be elected as part of our Annual Meeting on August 17th.
FALL SESSION DETAILS
All details regarding our upcoming Fall Session are now published to our website, including practice schedules, group assignments, meet schedules, fees, and equipment lists.
Key Fall Session Dates:
8/6 - Registration Opens for Returning Families
8/13 - Registration Opens for New Families
9/6 - Fall Session Begins for all Swimmers
For returning families, registration will open on August 6th. This includes new swimmers joining siblings on the team, as well as any swimmer active in the past 12 months. Note: any new swimmer must still complete an evaluation prior to registration. Please follow this link to request an evaluation slot. Returning swimmers do not need an evaluation (defined as any swimmer swimming with Wave within the past 12 months).
Group assignments for the Fall Session are now published on the WAVE website under Athlete Information→ Group Assignments. Note: you must be logged into the website to see this information.
For returning families, if your current default payment method is ACH and you wish to use ACH for fall registration (vs. paying via credit card), please email our Wave Treasurer by 6pm CT Sunday, 8/3 with the swimmer name(s) you will register. Your account will be charged in advance of registration (inclusive of any outstanding balance), and you will apply this credit when registering your swimmer(s) on or after August 6th.
If you know anyone looking to join Wave, registration for New Families will open on August 13th. We still have open evaluation slots in late-August (25th and 26th), so please help us spread the word about Wave.
UPCOMING MEETS
Please cheer on our Wave swimmers as they participate in these prestigious season-ending meets! Good luck swimmers!
13&O State Championship - JULY 31TH - AUG 3RD
Pleasant Prairie RecPlex
9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
ISCA MEET
06 August 2025 - 09 August 2025
North Shore Aquatic Complex, 901 North Shore Drive, St. Petersburg, FL
CENTRAL ZONE 14U CHAMPIONSHIP MEET
07 August 2025 - 10 August 2025
Holland Aquatic Center Holland, MI
REMINDERS
CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON PRACTICES
13&O State, Zones, and ISCA meet swimmers will still be holding practices as scheduled over the next week.
TAKEAWAYS
7.31-8.3 13&O State Championship Meet
8.6-8.9 ISCA Meet
8.7-8.10 2025 Central Zone Championship Meet
8.6 Fall Registration Begins
8.17 Wave Annual Membership Meeting
8.25-26 New Swimmer Evaluations
9.3 New Swimmer Night with Parent Meeting
9.4 New Swimmers Only Practice
9.6 Fall Session Begins
