Want to swim with Olympians and Division I coaches??? SWIM ACROSS AMERICA OLYMPIC CLINIC AT GRANITE FALLS!!!

Good Morning TSA!

Join the Granite Falls Olympic Clinic: It seems like almost everybody's life has been touched by cancer somehow and that is why we are swimming to raise money for cancer research, prevention and treatment on July 13th, hosted by the Granite Falls and Meredith Townes swim teams. Take part in a 90 minute technical swim clinic with some of the USA's top swimmers. This may be the most star-studded swim clinic the Triangle has ever seen!

Special Guests: Olympians Elaine Breeden, Charlie Houchin, Chloe Sutton, Alex Rousseau and Dan Velez will be in attendance, as well as World Champion Ashley Twichell and Tennessee Head Coach Matt Kredich.

Funds will go to the Swim Across America charity and locally toward Dr. Cavanagh's Research Lab at NC State University!

Date and Location:
Sunday, July 13th @ 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Granite Falls Swim and Athletic Club
800 Granite Falls Boulevard
Rolesville, NC                                

Visit our website for registration and details.

Please contact Bex Hughes or Dan Velez with any questions.

Lane lines available

The Durant Trails Typhoons have four used lane ropes (25 yards, blue and white pattern, reasonable condition) available for sale or to give away.  We would rather not simply dispose of them at the dump, but we don't have space to store them.  We are also looking to purchase a used storage reel if anybody has one for sale.  If interested please contact Caroline Pruden (919-538-4530).  Thank you!

Approved Stroke and Turn Judges

Hello TSA Reps -

I hope everyone is gearing up and ready for a great summer swim season with the Tarheel Swimming Association!

I wanted to pass on to you that the 2014 list of approved Stroke and Turn judges is available here. 

The spreadsheet will be updated throughout the season, so if you have any updates or changes, please email them to strokeandturn.tsanc.org@gmail.com.

When sending updates, please remember to list:

• Stroke and Turn judge name
• What club they represent
• Where they are certified (USA Swimming, NCHSAA, etc), and their certification number.

Please take some time to look over the spreadsheet to ensure that your club and judges are accurately listed.  There are a number of clubs who currently do not have any certified Stroke and Turn officials.  It is important for every club to have certified Stroke and Turn officials. If your club does not have any, you can still get them certified online at www.StrokeAndTurn.com.  Prior to each Tuesday’s meet, I will update the list with any additional certifications for people who have passed the online certification.

Best of luck for a great 2014 season!

Fast water,

Todd Blandford

Pool Professionals Scholarship Application Now Available

Do you know a recent high school graduate who has been an outstanding volunteer coach? A great role model for your younger swimmers? A terrific asset to your team?

Encourage them to apply for the Pool Professionals Scholarship. TSA's partner Pool Professionals offers two $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors (one for a female, one for a male). 

A downloadable Word doc application can be found on the TSA website. The application deadline is July 1st. 

Marlins of Raleigh FREE Stroke Doctor Clinics

Summer league teams wishing to have coaches from the Marlins of Raleigh year-round swim team visit and conduct a free stroke clinic with your swimmers should contact Coach Billy Thorne and MOR will send a coach out to your pool.  Swimmers will have fun while learning to improve their skills.  Prizes available.  We are in the process of scheduling clinics now, so sign up soon while spaces remain available.  We are also looking for any part-time coaches this Fall who may be interested in continuing to coach.  Contact Paul Silver at 919-851-3000 if interested.

The Park at West Lake Stingrays seeking an Assistant Coach

The Stingrays are looking for an energetic assistant coach to help our team this summer. We are in our fourth year as a swim team, and our numbers have steadily increased - we are at approximately 100 to date. The Stingrays practice 4 evenings a week - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:45 to 7:45, and Saturday mornings. Practices are divided up by age groups. The schedule goes down to 3 weekly practices when our meets start on 6/17. The coaching staff is fully supported by the team, the parents and the pool committee. Competitive pay provided.

Please email Kate Boles and Karen Rendon with your resume. 

Thank you.

Kate Boles 

TSA Rep - Park at West Lake Stingrays 

TITANS CLINICS!

TITANS SUMMER LEAGUE TSA CLINICS

The TSA Summer League swim season is fast approaching! The Titans would like to offer to do a FREE swim clinic with your team at your home pool that is convenient for your team. The Titans have one of the best and most experienced coaching staffs in the country that will help your team get prepared for the season! Our staff has extensive experience coaching some of the best swimmers in the USA down to the swimmer just getting started in the sport. There is limited space that is available and always fills up very quickly, please schedule your clinic as early as possible to secure your clinic date and time!

• We will plan out a date and time that fits your team schedule(space permitting)
• We will work with you and your summer league coach to work on specific things that you would like I us to work on.(Generally 1-2 things during each clinic)
• The TITANS have very experienced coaches that will come out work with your swimmer, coaches and parents.
• We will follow back up by coming back to the summer league meets to see how the swimmers are doing and utilizing things that they learned from the clinics.

PHILOSOPHY – The TITANS swim team strives to develop each athlete to their greatest individual potential. The TITANS coaching staff works to teach, train and motivate swimmers to achieve at their peak in the water, in the classroom and in life. The positive experience that swimming provides will allow each TITAN to become successful young adults in today’s society, developing a confident self image and healthy habits which are of the utmost importance.

INCLUSIVNESS – The TITANS program provides a place for every level of swimmer no matter whether they are new to the sport or one of the most elite swimmers in the world. The “TITAN Tracks” not only allows every swimmer to join a group and swim with swimmers of their age and ability levels but will also provide a progression for them to advance through the program at the commitment level that they desire with our Preparatory, Challenge and Elite tracks.

Please contact Jeff Pishko via email or by calling 919-397-4819 as soon as possible to coordinate your Summer Teams Clinic. Visit the TITANS at www.swimtitans.org!

Championship Meet waiver form is now available

No rush yet, but the waiver form for the July 26-27 Championship Meet is now available. When a team submits its meet entries and fees in July (exact due date still TBD), it must also include a signed waiver form for each participating swimmer. You can avoid the last-minute scramble for signatures by getting your swimmers' parents to sign a waiver now and keeping those forms on file.

2014 TSA Clinic Schedule

Please note that all clinics are open to anyone who wants to attend -- NO registration or RSVP is required. Sign-in sheets will be at each clinic.

Saturday, May 17th @ TAC:

• Starters Clinic at 8:00 am
• Stroke and Turn Clinic at 10:00 am

Thursday, May 22nd @ TAC:

• Coaches Clinic at 7:00 pm

Thursday, May 22nd @ Planters Walk in Knightdale:

• Stroke and Turn Clinic at 7:00 pm

Saturday, May 31st @ Northbrook in Raleigh: MEGA CLINIC DAY

• Starter's Clinic at 8:00 am
• Stroke and Turn Clinic at 9:30 am
• Coaches Clinic at 11:00 am

Thursday, June 5th @ Lochmere Highlands Clubhouse (NOT the main Lochmere clubhouse) in Cary:

• Stroke and Turn Clinic at 7:30 pm

It is mandatory that each team send their coaches to a Coaches clinic every year.

Stroke and Turn officials who do not hold certifications from USA Swimming, the NCHSAA, the NCAA or the YMCA must re-certify every year. Officials who have been certified by one of those outside organizations need only to email TSA vice president Todd Blandford a copy of their credentials before the beginning of each TSA season.

An online option for stroke and turn certification is available at www.strokeandturn.com. There is a $25 fee for this course.  If you certify via the online method you need to ensure that you know the differences between what is taught online versus the TSA rules (yes, there are some differences!). Finally, it is not the recommendation of the TSA Clinics Committee for any first-year official to obtain certification via the online method.

Questions?  Please contact TSA Clinics Chair Debra Ryan

Youth Water Polo!

Triangle Water Polo Club (TWPC) will be hosting several Youth Water Polo Clinics in the upcoming months (dates and times TBD). These learning clinics will prepare players for a late summer Youth Water Polo season that follows summer league swimming.

Clinics are expected to be held on either Saturday or Sunday for 2-3 hours. The season will consist of practice at least once during the week followed by games on the weekend. Teams will be based at community pools, TAC, area YMCAs, and possibly, the new Sonner Aquatic Facility.

Several representatives from Triangle Water Polo will attend the May 21^st TSA Board meeting to share information about our plan to grow water polo in the Triangle area and answer any questions you may have. We ask that you please share our contact information with your families and athletes that are interested in participating.

Questions can be directed to TWPC President Scott Ennis.

Assistant Swim Coach Needed!

The Summerfield North Stingrays in North Raleigh are looking for an assistant swim coach for the 2014 summer swim season. If you or anyone you know is interested in finding out more, please contact Jo Stewart by email or by calling 919-880-3160.

Part-time Silverton Summer Swim Team Coach

The Silverton Sharks are interviewing for a part-time Coach for their 2014 summer coaching staff. Qualified applicants should have some experience coaching or giving swim lessons, and have current appropriate aquatics certification. We are looking for someone who displays a talent for working with kids and creating a fun and memorable summer swim team experience for our kids.

Our season runs from May 19 through the week of July 20.

Applications or more information regarding the position are available upon request from Karin Grotjohn or by calling 919-460-8885.

Highcroft Hurricanes Assistant Coach Needed

We are currently seeking an Assistant Coach to help run our neighborhood summer swim team.  Our season runs from mid May to late July, and our practices are M-Th 4:30-7:30 and Saturday 8-10:30.  We are looking for someone with coaching experience, a strong ability to teach fundamentals, and a fun personality!

If you think this opportunity is for you and would like more information, please contact Karen Hoover.

Coaches Needed

Crabtree Swim and Tennis Club is looking for summer swim coaches.  Interested candidates are encouraged to email Julie Schroeder.

Pool Manager - The Club at 12 Oaks

General Description

A Pool Manager employed with The Club at 12 Oaks is responsible for the efficient and effective

operation of the pool facility. This position is also responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of
those using the club’s swimming pool. This position is under the direct supervision of the General Manager. The Pool Manager is responsible for following and carrying out all of the workplace expectations and polices of The Club at 12 Oaks. This position is also required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. The pool facility is open seven days per week weather permitting.

Duties:

• To supervise the activities of pool staff and swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations;
• Interview, hire, train, schedule and supervise all pool staff;
• To warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards;
• To rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated and provide rescue breathing, CPR, and First Aid;
• To notify the General Manager of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen;
• Perform duties of a lifeguard;
• To successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics;
• Adherence to The Club at 12 Oaks Expectations encompassing communication, working relations, job reliability and initiative, safety, accomplishment of work tasks, and supervision;
• Maintain and complete accurate records of pool operations, including time sheets, daily
• reports, accidents, incidents, attendance, finances, and required records for Health Department;
• Plan and schedule in service training for lifeguards including first aid skills, facility maintenance, emergency procedures and other applicable information;
• Assist members and guests in a professional and courteous manner;
• Interpret all laws, ordinance, rules and regulations regarding the health and safety of all persons using the facility;
• Any other additional duty required by the General Manager.

Qualifications:

• Currently certified with Red Cross Lifeguard Training
• Current Red Cross or First Aid and CPR/FPR cards
• High School Diploma
• Previous managerial experience preferred

Contact
Please forward resume by email to:
Jon Vodehnal
General Manager
The Club at 12 Oaks

MOR in May

MOR IN MAY

(April 28th - May 17th, 2014)

MOR in MAY is a super-fun opportunity to learn competitive swimming skills over a 3-week period for swimmers between ages 6-14. Each practice is an hour long and offered 3 days a week. The 2014 MOR in MAY will be offered at three sites:

·    Raleigh/Cary (St. Mary's School, School Chapel Drive)

o   A session: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7:30-8:30pm

o   B session: Tuesdays, Thursdays- 6:15-7:15pm, and Saturday 1-2pm

·    North Raleigh (Ravenscroft School, 7409 Falls of Neuse Road)

o    A session: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7:15-8:15pm

o    B session: Tuesday, Thursday 7-8pm, and Saturday 10-11am

·    Clayton (Riverwood Golf & Athletic Club, 205 Athletic Club Boulevard)

o    Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 5-6pm     

All participants must be able to swim 25 yards, unaided, prior to enrolling in this program.

Registration is $90.00 for all participants. You may pay with credit card, debit card, bank account draft, or mail in check or cash. If you pay with credit card, there will be a $5.00 processing fee. 

Please note that due to the limitations on the size of this program, no refunds will be granted on cancellations requested after April 1st, 2014.

Questions about the 2014 MOR in MAY can be directed to:

Raleigh/Cary Site: Coach Adam - coachsocha@gmail.com

North Raleigh Site: Coach Cara - coachcara45@aol.com

Clayton Site: Coach Fischetti - jfischetti@aol.com

Please note that if pool conflicts develop during the course of the program due to circumstances beyond our control, MOR will reschedule any classes cancelled.

If you need a hard copy of registration, please email Coach Adam Socha.

We look forward to having you join the Marlins of Raleigh - MOR in MAY and are excited for another great session!

Triangle Swim School seeks coaches

Hi TSA Coaches:

If you are interested in picking up extra hours coaching for Triangle Swim School on Sundays that don't conflict with your summer swim team commitments please contact Coach Matt at 919-656-1850.  We are the premier swim school in the triangle for the last 7 years and are always looking for talented coaches.  Great pay, training, and hours.

https://www.facebook.com/TriangleSwimSchool

http://www.triangleswimschool.com

mharr@coachmatt.net

FREE Swim Team Banner offer ONLY from Crown Trophy of CARY

Back by popular demand, Crown Trophy of CARY is offering a FREE* full color 3' X 8' Swim Team Banner when you purchase both your 2014 season Swim Ribbons AND your 2014 Swim Team end of season awards from Crown Trophy of Cary. This offer is only offered by Crown Trophy of Cary and we also offer the lowest ribbon and awards prices in the area! Free delivery on any order over $200.00 anywhere in the Triangle.Call, email, or stop by for details.

Best of luck at all your 2014 Swim Meets!

History Update

I've updated the history section on the TSA web site to reflect this year's league roster and season calendar. With luck, we won't have any more snow days to depict on the calendar.

Spring Swim Clinics at TAC

Get Ready of Summer League!

Triangle Aquatic Center and the TAC TITANS are happy to announce our second annual Spring Stroke Clinics. Stroke technique is the foundation of fast swimming. Get your swimmers prepared to excel this summer with our professional coaches and instructors.

See our flyer below for details or contact TJ Roebock.

Sign up today!