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Sunday, July 25, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
CRABS, SEA ISLE CITY, BANQUET & SOCCER
Crab Night - This Saturday, July 24th. Tickets are still available at $30.00 per person at the front desk, or from Eileen Lukens, Kris Coniglio, or Danielle McNamara.
Sea Isle Day - What is fast becoming a new tradition, the kids (& parents) get together, at the beach in Sea Isle City, the day after Peach Bowl. This year, Sea Isle City Day will be on Wednesday July 28th. Although we all get together at the beach, there are no set plans other than to relax and go with the flow. The beach is free on Wednesday and we'll hope for great weather. I'll send out directions to where exactly we'll congregate on the beach very soon.
Swim/Dive Team Banquet - Being held on August 4th at Gambi Caterers, 595 Princeton Boulevard in Oak Valley. Make checks payable to Wenonah Swim Club for $18.50 per person. We'll have dinner, awards, team gifts, dancing and a great slide show to cap off a great season. Put the checks in the Lukens' folder.
Soccer Clinic - This week after practice. Contact Rob Lukens if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Dave McNamara
Swim Team Rep.
Wenonah Swim Club
Sea Isle Day - What is fast becoming a new tradition, the kids (& parents) get together, at the beach in Sea Isle City, the day after Peach Bowl. This year, Sea Isle City Day will be on Wednesday July 28th. Although we all get together at the beach, there are no set plans other than to relax and go with the flow. The beach is free on Wednesday and we'll hope for great weather. I'll send out directions to where exactly we'll congregate on the beach very soon.
Swim/Dive Team Banquet - Being held on August 4th at Gambi Caterers, 595 Princeton Boulevard in Oak Valley. Make checks payable to Wenonah Swim Club for $18.50 per person. We'll have dinner, awards, team gifts, dancing and a great slide show to cap off a great season. Put the checks in the Lukens' folder.
Soccer Clinic - This week after practice. Contact Rob Lukens if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Dave McNamara
Swim Team Rep.
Wenonah Swim Club
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
A Message from the President
To All Bond Holders,
I can remember when I was a kid at Wenonah Swim Club during the summers of the 1970's. The pool was clear, the pool was cloudy, we got ear infections, we would put silly putty in our ears to keep the water out, eventually it ended up at the bottom of the pool, we got better.
Parents, the broad of health has been out to inspect our pool and aside from a few minor issues, the main pool passed. The baby pool was briefly closed, but is now reopened. The quality of the water is tested on a daily basis. The appearance of debris (grass, dirt, leaves, pine needles) in the pool is no reflection of the level of bacteria in the pool. It is more a product of a dry summer, bathers not showering prior to entering the pool, sunscreen, wearing shoes on the deck, etc. The cloudiness of the pool is also not a reflection of the bacteria level in the pool. It can be the product of a long list of causes and tends to be the result of multiple factors and we are looking into the situation.
One of the great challenges of Wenonah swim club is running such a large operation (300,000 gallons ) for only three months. It takes a lot of work to get the pool open and filled, as well as the grounds and buildings in good order. We turn around and it is July and the summer is half over. The swim season will be over in a few weeks and the pool will be empty for the first few weeks of August. Next thing you know, it is labor day and we are getting ready to put the cover back on the pool. Sorry to rush the summer but these have been the mile posts of my summers since I was 5 years and just learning how to swim. The pool got cloudy and pool got clear.
As owners of one 350th of the pool and volunteers, each board member takes pride in its appearance. We are all reminded by our spouses that we need to enjoy our time up at the pool and not spend our time there working on the pool. On the other hand I would remind the members that this their pool as well and they should treat it like they treat their home. We as a group need to clean up after ourselves and have that expectation of our children and guests. Some day our children will be the owners/members and may even be asked to sit on the board. We employ lifeguards not bus boys. We need take care of the equipment and treat it as if we will have to pay to replace it, because we do.
Wenonah Swim Club is such a unique place in South Jersey. I have been to most, if not all, of the pools in Tri-County and none of them offers a better setting, more land, more shade, and more seclusion from the outside world. I always feel like I am away when I am there. I can't see any signs of civilization beyond the fences and with a little imagination and no driving, I could be up in the Poconos or the Catskills. We all need to treat it with the respect we treat our own homes, so we can pass it on to the next generation to enjoy.
Sincerely,
Chris Campbell
President
I can remember when I was a kid at Wenonah Swim Club during the summers of the 1970's. The pool was clear, the pool was cloudy, we got ear infections, we would put silly putty in our ears to keep the water out, eventually it ended up at the bottom of the pool, we got better.
Parents, the broad of health has been out to inspect our pool and aside from a few minor issues, the main pool passed. The baby pool was briefly closed, but is now reopened. The quality of the water is tested on a daily basis. The appearance of debris (grass, dirt, leaves, pine needles) in the pool is no reflection of the level of bacteria in the pool. It is more a product of a dry summer, bathers not showering prior to entering the pool, sunscreen, wearing shoes on the deck, etc. The cloudiness of the pool is also not a reflection of the bacteria level in the pool. It can be the product of a long list of causes and tends to be the result of multiple factors and we are looking into the situation.
One of the great challenges of Wenonah swim club is running such a large operation (300,000 gallons ) for only three months. It takes a lot of work to get the pool open and filled, as well as the grounds and buildings in good order. We turn around and it is July and the summer is half over. The swim season will be over in a few weeks and the pool will be empty for the first few weeks of August. Next thing you know, it is labor day and we are getting ready to put the cover back on the pool. Sorry to rush the summer but these have been the mile posts of my summers since I was 5 years and just learning how to swim. The pool got cloudy and pool got clear.
As owners of one 350th of the pool and volunteers, each board member takes pride in its appearance. We are all reminded by our spouses that we need to enjoy our time up at the pool and not spend our time there working on the pool. On the other hand I would remind the members that this their pool as well and they should treat it like they treat their home. We as a group need to clean up after ourselves and have that expectation of our children and guests. Some day our children will be the owners/members and may even be asked to sit on the board. We employ lifeguards not bus boys. We need take care of the equipment and treat it as if we will have to pay to replace it, because we do.
Wenonah Swim Club is such a unique place in South Jersey. I have been to most, if not all, of the pools in Tri-County and none of them offers a better setting, more land, more shade, and more seclusion from the outside world. I always feel like I am away when I am there. I can't see any signs of civilization beyond the fences and with a little imagination and no driving, I could be up in the Poconos or the Catskills. We all need to treat it with the respect we treat our own homes, so we can pass it on to the next generation to enjoy.
Sincerely,
Chris Campbell
President
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Gloucester County Times Article 7/11/2010
Wenonah Swim Club was prominently displayed on today's front page of the Gloucester County Times with photos in an article about summer swim clubs. Our Waverunners, Erica Sprigman, Cole Jennings, Gabrielle Calandra, Owen McNamara, Coach Lauren, and Coach Brendan are in some great pictures. Check them out!
This is the link to the online article (without photos):
http://www.nj.com/gloucester/index.ssf?/base/news-5/127883583587960.xml&coll=8
Thanks,
Dave McNamara
Swim Team Rep.
Wenonah Swim Club
This is the link to the online article (without photos):
http://www.nj.com/gloucester/index.ssf?/base/news-5/127883583587960.xml&coll=8
Thanks,
Dave McNamara
Swim Team Rep.
Wenonah Swim Club
Saturday, July 10, 2010
MASTERS MEET AUGUST 1st
I am sending this email to make everyone aware that the WSC Master's season is now in full swing. We are meeting every Tuesday and Thursday night at Wenonah Swim Club from 7 pm - 9 pm. Our workout will start promptly at 7 pm but please come any time between 7 and 9 if you have other obligations. This team is for swimmers of all abilities. If you are unable to make it during these times, workout on your own. Please call me for guidance on what to do to get ready. Some of my friends simply show up for the meet that day. Practice has been ending around 8. We stay and practice starts and turns also.
I thought I would take a moment to describe the "road map" for our team. I will be leading the team in our quest toward winning the Brookside Masters Meet being held on Sunday, August 1, 2010. Information on events and times can be found on the following link:
http://www.tricountyswimming.org/Support_Documents/2010%20Leon%20Gajecki%20Masters%20Meet%20at%20Brookside%20rtf.2.pdf
Jen Drees will be assisting me on our quest toward victory. You can communicate with us openly through this email chain or contact me at 609.617.5434 or Jen at 856.220.5543. Please discuss what events you are interested in swimming with us at practice or by phone. Events range from 1 lap to 8 laps. The more events you enter the better. Jen and I will create relay teams for those interested in swimming in relays. Cherry Valley wins this meet every year but this year they will not know what hit them.
We are looking for ideas to create team spirit the day of the meet. Last year we set the bar by having some great cheers and chants to start the day. Many teams paint logos on their bodies or have t-shirts made. I am thinking of asking to use the swim team tent and create a motivating "party" type atmosphere to create some excitement at the meet. Please let us know what you think.
We will be having a party back at Wenonah Swim Club to celebrate our victory. All family members and supporters are welcome. I will be preparing a buffet that you will want to be a part of. I sell food for a living so we will take the "wholesale" cost of the food and divide it by the number of people that show up to figure out how much it is per person. It will be very reasonable.
I am very excited about what has occurred at practice already. We are very blessed to have great families and friends at the pool and this is a great way to spend time and get to know them.
Please forward this email to anyone who might be interested. They do not need to be members of the club to represent our club at the meet.I hope to see everyone on Tuesday.
Ron LaBenski
I thought I would take a moment to describe the "road map" for our team. I will be leading the team in our quest toward winning the Brookside Masters Meet being held on Sunday, August 1, 2010. Information on events and times can be found on the following link:
http://www.tricountyswimming.org/Support_Documents/2010%20Leon%20Gajecki%20Masters%20Meet%20at%20Brookside%20rtf.2.pdf
Jen Drees will be assisting me on our quest toward victory. You can communicate with us openly through this email chain or contact me at 609.617.5434 or Jen at 856.220.5543. Please discuss what events you are interested in swimming with us at practice or by phone. Events range from 1 lap to 8 laps. The more events you enter the better. Jen and I will create relay teams for those interested in swimming in relays. Cherry Valley wins this meet every year but this year they will not know what hit them.
We are looking for ideas to create team spirit the day of the meet. Last year we set the bar by having some great cheers and chants to start the day. Many teams paint logos on their bodies or have t-shirts made. I am thinking of asking to use the swim team tent and create a motivating "party" type atmosphere to create some excitement at the meet. Please let us know what you think.
We will be having a party back at Wenonah Swim Club to celebrate our victory. All family members and supporters are welcome. I will be preparing a buffet that you will want to be a part of. I sell food for a living so we will take the "wholesale" cost of the food and divide it by the number of people that show up to figure out how much it is per person. It will be very reasonable.
I am very excited about what has occurred at practice already. We are very blessed to have great families and friends at the pool and this is a great way to spend time and get to know them.
Please forward this email to anyone who might be interested. They do not need to be members of the club to represent our club at the meet.I hope to see everyone on Tuesday.
Ron LaBenski
Friday, July 9, 2010
No Pep Rally Tonight!
There is NO PEP RALLY Tonight! That was my mistake when making up the calendar. Pep Rallies are before Home meets only. I also messed up the July 21st "B" Meet. It's against Georgetown, not Greenfields.
Thanks,
Dave McNamara
Swim Team Rep.
Wenonah Swim Club
Thanks,
Dave McNamara
Swim Team Rep.
Wenonah Swim Club
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Here is a video of my 100 Breastroke at Ivy League Championships in 2009 when I was a freshman. I thought some people might want to see the breastroke I've been trying to teach in action.
http://www.floswimming.org/videos/coverage/view_video/234758-mens-ivy-league-swimming-championship/159272-men-100-yards-breaststroke-final-a
-Coach Brendan
http://www.floswimming.org/videos/coverage/view_video/234758-mens-ivy-league-swimming-championship/159272-men-100-yards-breaststroke-final-a
-Coach Brendan
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