Our Tiger Sharks have been working so hard and we are ready for our first meet against the Oaks of Sonterra Sharks! Please take time to read through all of the information below so that you are ready for Saturday.

PRACTICE

This is our LAST WEEK of evening practice. We will see you at the pool Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at the following times:

• Ages 6 and under - 5:00 - 5:30 PM
• Ages 7-8 — 5:30-6:00pm
• Ages 9-10 — 6:00-6:30pm
• Ages 11+ — 6:30-7:00pm

Beginning June 3, practices will shift to a morning schedule to allow residents access to the pool for recreational purposes. Practice will be Tuesday-Friday at the following times:

• Ages 5-6 — 7:00-7:30am
• Ages 7-8 — 7:30-8:15am
• Ages 9-10 — 8:15-9:00am
• Ages 11+ — 9:00-10:00am

TEAM SHIRTS

Team shirts are here! I will be working on sorting shirts and should have them ready to distribute on Wednesday and Thursday at practice.

MEET VOLUNTEERS

We are still short 7 lane timers for the 2nd half of the meet. We depend on volunteers, so if your family is attending this Saturday and you are not signed up for a shift, please sign up! Timing is a great opportunity to have a front row view of the action, and is easy to learn even if this is your first meet!

MEET INFORMATION

Time: Check in by 7:15 AM. Meet starts at 8:30 AM.

Location: The Oaks at Sonterra Pool @ 19645 Battle Oak San Antonio, TX 78258

Gate Information: Please enter at the West Gate (across from the apartments). A security guard will be posted from 6:30 AM - 10:00 AM to allow for guest swim team entrance.

Parking: There is a small parking lot near the pool. If this is full when you arrive, please find parking on the street. Be mindful to avoid blocking access to the pool area, driveways, fire hydrants, stop signs, mail boxes and recycle bins.

Set-Up: Space is available to the LEFT of the pool for visiting team set-up. You may bring your own shade/EZ-Up Tent, lawn chairs, coolers, etc.

Events: Prior to the meet, we will email the heat sheet to all parents. This is how you will know what event, heat, and lane your swimmer will be in. This information will also be available the day of the meet in Swimtopia. Coaches make all event and relay assignments based on the skills of the swimmers. Changes cannot be made the day of the event.

Before the meet: Getting organized for a swim meet is essential to having a successful day of swimming. To get ready, check out these helpful resources:

• Learn how to read a heat sheet so that you know your swimmer's event numbers, heats, and lane assignments.
• Download the Swimtopia app for iPhones or Androids
• Learn how to mark your swimmer's arm for meet day. Please make sure that your swimmer is marked BEFORE warm-ups, and sunscreen will cause the marker to smear. You CAN mark your swimmer’s arm the night before the meet to help prevent it from coming off with sunscreen.

What to bring: Swimmers need to be prepared with the following items:

• Swim cap, team suit, team t-shirt- Please note that swimmers are NOT allowed to wear a suit or cap representing another team. This means no high school, AAAA, or past team logos may be displayed.
• 2 pairs of Goggles (properly adjusted and previously worn swimming)
• Beach towel
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat (if desired)
• Books, cards, games, etc. for entertainment between events. Please do not bring valuable items.
• Drinks: water bottle (other drinks sold at concession stand)
• Snacks (healthy snacks)—other items sold at concession stand. Oaks at Sonterra HOA does not allow candy of any kind in the pool area.

Parents will need to bring the following items:

• Highlighter & Permanent marker (Sharpie)
• Printed copy of the heat sheet (will be emailed the day before the meet) OR have access to Swimtopia
• Money (for concession items - small bills please)
• Drinks and Snacks
• Folding camp chairs or blanket IF you are not working at the meet
• Canopy for shade (daytime meets)

We look forward to a great week of practice and an exciting first meet! If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!

Go Tiger Sharks! 

Ashlie