Subject: 🏊♂️ Team Tees, Time Trials & Tons of Fun – What You Need to Know This Week!

They say the third time’s the charm, and we believe it! 🌞 Mother Nature is finally cooperating, and we’re excited to announce that tee-shirt and swim cap distribution is ON for tonight (Monday) from 5:00–7:30 PM at the pool!

All swimmers—including our mighty Junior Whales—will receive a team shirt and swim cap. Please bring your patience as we work to make the process as smooth as possible.

Pro Parent Tip: The second you get your swimmer’s shirt, grab a Sharpie and write their name inside! With about 140 identical shirts floating around pool chairs, this small step will save you time (and sanity).

For those awesome parents who want to rock some team spirit and commemorate Kildaire Farms’ 50th Anniversary, our team store is open at www.kfswimteam.com! Hoodies and tees for all ages—please get your orders in this week so we can submit them ASAP.

🏁 Time Trials – Tuesday, June 3rd

What is it?
Time Trials are a practice meet to establish base times for swimmers in each stroke. It helps track progress all summer long. No stress—this is all about learning, trying, and having fun!

Don’t worry if last week was soggy. The sun is coming, and our swimmers will be swimming more and more! We’ll have “kid catchers” in the water to ensure our younger swimmers feel safe and supported.

What to expect:

• 5:00 PM – Arrive and line up for pictures wearing your team tee over your swimsuit
• 5:20 PM – Team Photo (Thanks to Jessie Cumbee!)
• 5:30 PM – Warm-ups begin
• 6:00 PM – Time Trials start!

Pro-tip: Cheering is everything! The more you clap and cheer, the more our swimmers beam. So bring the energy: Praise! Praise! Praise! Please! Please! Please!

🛠 How You Can Help

We’re glad you asked!

1. Still haven’t declared your swimmer?
   Please do so right now at www.kfswimteam.com – we’re down to 13 undeclared swimmers and need your info!
2. We need volunteers:
   • 6 & Under Girls Kid Pusher
   • 7–8 Girls Kid Pusher
   • 3 Timers (essential role—no times without timers!)
     Perfect job for parents of older swimmers!

🏊 Pro Parent Packing List

Get your tote bag ready tonight with:

• Goggles (and the backup pair we told you to grab!)
• Swimsuit (don’t worry if your team suit isn’t in yet)
• TWO towels
• Water bottle
• Team tee (you’ll pick it up tonight!)
• Swim cap (if your swimmer wears one)
• Most importantly: A great attitude, excitement, and patience!

It will be a little chaotic—our volunteers are learning or re-learning roles, and our swimmers may feel nervous. That’s okay! Once they swim, get their times, and feel the cheers, they’ll grow more confident every week. We want them to swim, smile, and improve all summer long.

🍔 Dinner? No problem!

No need to stress—the snack bar will be open!
Burgers, hot dogs, and other tasty treats await. (Walking tacos debut June 10th!) The kids won’t complain—and you can relax.

Thank you for being part of this awesome swim family. We can't wait to see everyone tonight and at Time Trials tomorrow!

Let’s make it a fun, fantastic season! 💙

Go Whales!