Good morning parents! 

We just sent the list for swim buddies! Thank you all for getting us this information and for being patient with us-we are learning on the job here!  If your name is highlighted on the list that means you have 2 buddies, please pay extra attention to this. This is for the Sharks only, not guppies.  We will exchange gifts starting tomorrow night at the first meet against GCC and at the following 4 meets! The older buddies will need to seek out their younger buddies tomorrow prior to the start of the meet. The coaches will give them some guidance today on how to do that.

The purpose of swim buddies is to support your teammates and help guide younger swimmers as they learn the ropes of summer swim. Buddies are asked to put together a (small) special treat for their buddy each week for the swim meet. Then, if the pool allows, cheer for your swimmer on deck, give them a high five as they line up, give a few words of encouragement before their race, or write a special note to include with their treat. Keep the gifts $3-5/meet. Ideas include candy, fruit, granola bars, trail mix, fruit snacks, pretzels, bubbles, stickers, etc. Just a small token of encouragement. It’s fun, nothing to stress about. If you forget, you can quickly grab something from the concession stand for your buddy.

Please let me know if you have any questions. I know the kids will love this. 

Thanks, 

Lindsey Smith and Jami Huguet