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Parent Volunteer Opportunities
Timer: One (1) timer per lane to time each event and will need a total of eight (8) timers. Training will be provided at the beginning of each meet.
Stager: Two (2) stagers are needed to stage swimmers at the staging area prior to the event.
Concessions: Sell heat sheets, food and drink items at the concession table located in the pool area.
Ribbons: Place printed labels on ribbons at the computer table.
Runner: Provide a heat winner ribbon to the heat winner. Grab back-up times from the timers if needed.
What should the swimmer bring to a swim meet?
Always be sure that your swimmer has at least:
Do we need money?
Concessions and heat sheets will be available for purchase at all the home swim meets.
What to wear?
Swim meets are hot. Every indoor pool is heated and the bleachers tend to be up in the air where the air is hotter. Wear layers in the winter so you can shed your sweater or sweatshirt as needed. Make sure to wear your Elkhorn Penguins gear!
Do you need a ride?
If you need a ride for your swimmer because you are unable to go to a meet, please contact the head coach. Someone can always find a place in his or her car for an extra swimmer. Please don't pull your swimmer out of the meet as this may impact the relays.
Enthusiasm!
The most important thing you can bring to meets and practices is your enthusiasm and support for your swimmer! Your pride in them is the most valuable item of all.
Parent Volunteer Opportunities
Timer: One (1) timer per lane to time each event and will need a total of eight (8) timers. Training will be provided at the beginning of each meet.
Stager: Two (2) stagers are needed to stage swimmers at the staging area prior to the event.
Concessions: Sell heat sheets, food and drink items at the concession table located in the pool area.
Ribbons: Place printed labels on ribbons at the computer table.
Runner: Provide a heat winner ribbon to the heat winner. Grab back-up times from the timers if needed.
What should the swimmer bring to a swim meet?
Always be sure that your swimmer has at least:
- Penguin Team swimsuit (may bring an extra swimsuit just in case)
- Goggles and a swim cap
- Two large towels
- Healthy snacks
- Water bottle and/or sports drink
- Yoga mat (for your swimmer to sit on)
- Pool footwear such as flip flops / sandals
- Shower items for after the swim meet (shampoo, body wash, etc)
- Change of clothes
Do we need money?
Concessions and heat sheets will be available for purchase at all the home swim meets.
What to wear?
Swim meets are hot. Every indoor pool is heated and the bleachers tend to be up in the air where the air is hotter. Wear layers in the winter so you can shed your sweater or sweatshirt as needed. Make sure to wear your Elkhorn Penguins gear!
Do you need a ride?
If you need a ride for your swimmer because you are unable to go to a meet, please contact the head coach. Someone can always find a place in his or her car for an extra swimmer. Please don't pull your swimmer out of the meet as this may impact the relays.
Enthusiasm!
The most important thing you can bring to meets and practices is your enthusiasm and support for your swimmer! Your pride in them is the most valuable item of all.
