Parents Club

REMINDER: FRIDAY NITE-Last Sugarbears Registration Date

2011-03-03T10:24:00.000-08:00

Calling all Sugarbears!!!

Do you know what this Friday night is????

It’s your last day to register your Sugarbear for our 2011 Swim Season!

Come on out to the Mike Shellito Indoor Pool (formerly the Central Park Indoor Pool) in Roseville behind the Nugget Grocery Store and turn in your registration paperwork, sign up for volunteer assignments for this season, and get first pick of Sugarbears fashions at 50% off!! Come reconnect and get ready for a fun-filled, water-logged season.

Registration is open from 5:00-8:00pm

NOTE: NorCal Swim Shop will be on site to sell our new team swim suit.

CLICK THE LINK TO PRINT YOUR REGISTRATION FORMS THAT YOU NEED TO COMPLETE AND BRING WITH YOU.

Don't forget to also bring your registration fee and volunteer agreement deposit.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/2011SugarbearsRegistrationDocuments.pdf

NOTE:
1. you need to fill out an Emergency Information Form for each swimmer
2. you need to fill out a Participant Waiver, Release, Assumption of Risk Agreement Form for each swimmer
3. you need to fill out a Northern California Swim League Form for each swimmer

The City of Roseville, WILL NOT BE MAILING YOU ANY REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS. YOU MUST PRINT THEM FROM THE LINK PROVIDED ABOVE.

Regards,

Renee Ostrander

Sugarbears Parent Board President

How Sugarbears Will Set-up/Run Meets at Roseville High

2011-01-26T09:43:00.001-08:00

Hello Sugarbear Swimmers and Parents:

We have a lot of information to disclose to you about our 2011 Sugarbears Swim Season.

Included in this email are many links to updates:

1. A diagram depicting how the Sugarbears will set-up at Roseville High for Home Meets.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/RSBsetupatRHS.pdf

2. A picture showing the awesome clock we will use at Roseville High. It will score all 6 lanes at one time.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/RHSscoreboard.pdf

3. Our new wireless Dolphin timing system we have purchased with your swim-a-thon dollars from last year.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/NewTimingEquipment.pdf

4. A PDF Newsletter explaining why we are moving to Roseville High.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/FEB2011PoolsideChatNewsletterANNOUNCEMENT.pdf

5. A PDF Flyer highlighting a Roseville Swim Spring Clinic; co-sponsored by the City of Roseville and the CCA.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/2011SpringSwimClinic

6. A PDF Flyer advertising our New Swimmer Try-outs in April. If you know someone who is interested in joining our team, please give them one of these flyer's.

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/2011NewSwimmerRecruitment Flyer

We are also excited to inform you that all Coaches from last season will be back this season to coach.

We look forward to seeing you soon poolside!

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Sugarbears Have NEW HOME POOL for 2011 Swim Season

2011-01-21T19:04:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year Sugarbears!

I hope the new year brings your family health, happiness, and many wonderful memories yet to be created.

It seems hard to believe but planning for the 2011 Sugarbears season is in full swing!

I wanted to spend a few minutes "chatting" with you about a question many have raised..."Where are we swimming in 2011?"

I have what I think is an exciting change to communicate to everyone!

After many hours of Board discussion both with the City and independently, including the evaluation of multiple options, the Board overwhelming supported our move to the Roseville High School pool. Some may wonder why the change and if it's good for the team. I'm here to say yes, it's a good move for our team AND our swimmers. Roseville High School sports a well-maintained, 6-lane pool Many of you may have participated in clinics at the facility or even Sugarbear practices when we've needed to vacate Oakmont for temporary time. It's a clean, cozy pool deck with bleachers running along the length of the pool.

TO READ ALL ABOUT THIS MOVE, click on this link to read a 2-page PDF Newsletter explaining all the details:

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/FEB2011PoolsideChatNewsletterANNOUNCEMENT.pdf

We are very excited about this change. We welcome any comments via email to: sugarbearsboard@yahoogroups.com

Sincerely,

Renee Ostrander

Sugarbears Parent Board President

2011

Fall Swim Clinics Available

2010-08-14T15:19:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Families:

We hope you have been enjoying the rest of your summer since our Sugarbear season has ended.

If you would like

to continue to swim during the Fall season, here are some local swim clinics that you maybe interested in (please keep in mind, that you can not swim during the month of February, per NorCal Swim League rules, if you wish to return to the Sugarbears in Spring):

1. Wolverine's Aquatic Club at Sierra College:

http://www.wolverineaquaticsclub.com/content/Clinics.aspx

2. City of Roseville Fall Swim Clinic at the Central Park Indoor Pool:

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/CityofRosevilleFallSwimClinc.pdf

3. Rocklin Wave Fall Clinic at the Sunset Whitney Country Club:

http://www.rocklinwave.com/

4. Sierra Marlins at the Folsom Aquatic Center:

http://www.teamunify.com/MemRegStart.jsp?team=smst

On separate note, if swam at the Meet of Champions swim meet in Woodland this year, the results have been posted to our website under the tab: Result/Stats/Records.

We will see you poolside in 2011!

Regards,
Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Please Complete an Evaluation

2010-07-22T07:36:00.000-07:00

2010 Roseville Sugarbears Season Evaluation

Another Sugarbear season has been completed. Please take the time to complete an evaluation. We can only improve or change if we hear back from you. By completing and returning your evaluation, you become eligible for the random drawing for one FREE 2011 Team Registration Fee.

Click on this link to download the evaluation document: http://www.sugarbears.org/share/2010SugarbearsEvaluations.pdf

Please take a few minutes to tell us how we are doing and help us improve our competitive aquatics program in the future by completing this questionnaire. We encourage you to ask your swimmer(s) how they feel about the coaching staff, socials and other team activities. Thank you for taking the time to make this program better for the future!

2011 ROSEVILLE SUGARBEARS FREE REGISTRATION DRAWING

The Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department would like to thank you for taking the time to fill out this questionnaire in order to assist them with improving their programs in the future.

To be entered into a random drawing for (1) free 2011 team registration fee, please complete the evaluation and return it to the Roseville Sports Center, 1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd by August 31, 2010.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

2010-07-22T07:13:00.000-07:00

2010 Roseville Sugarbears Season Evaluation

Click on this link to download the evaluation document: http://www.sugarbears.org/share/2010SugarbearsEvaluations.pdf

2011 ROSEVILLE SUGARBEARS FREE REGISTRATION DRAWING

The Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department would like to thank you for taking the time to fill out this questionnaire in order to assist them with improving their programs in the future.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Bring Beary Best Forms to Awards Ceremony

2010-07-19T19:46:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears:

Bring your Beary Best forms ready and filled out with your Champs Stats. The Beary Best Lady will hand out prizes from 7-7:30pm at our Awards Ceremony.

DONT FORGET: End of the Season and Awards Night
July 21st @ 6:30pm, Oakmont Pool
Trophies, Food, & Slide Show!
Activities Include:
-bring a picnic dinner-- OR--ENJOY: $1.00 Hot Dogs, $2.00 Hamburgers, & $3.00 Tri-Tip Sandwiches
-open swim
-awards presentation
-and end of season slide show

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

MoC Practice Starts on Tuesday, NOT MONDAY

2010-07-18T13:40:00.000-07:00

For All Swimmers Who Qualified for MoC:

Based on popular demand, there is NO MoC PRACTICE ON MONDAY, JULY 19TH. We are giving the swimmers and coaches a break from swimming after working so hard at CHAMPS!

See you Tuesday at the regular scheduled times:

Coach Jamie and Coach Rebecca will be your coaching team FOR BOTH SESSIONS

PRACTICE IS MONDAY-FRIDAY FOR BOTH SESSIONS

July 20th -23rd

OHS
8:00-9:15am: 13-18 year olds
8:15am-9:15am: 12 and Unders
9:00am-9:45am: 8 and Unders

July 26th -30th
RAC
9:30am-10:45am: 13-18 year olds
9:45am-10:45am: 12 and Unders
10:30am-11:15am: 8 and Unders

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Champs: Set-up Location & Info.

2010-07-16T11:10:00.000-07:00

Well... it has finally arrived... Our Eureka Conference Championship Meet with the following teams:

• Del Norte Dolphins

• West Sac Dolphins

• Sunrise Sharks

• Fulton El Camino Dolphins

• Fair Oaks Dolphins

Check in for Champs is at 6:15am. At 6:35am, swimmers who have not checked in will be scratched.

Team parents please bring your team tent to the RAC today at 4:30pm to set it up. There is a designated Sugarbears team area. Click this link for a PDF of a map which shows the team area at the RAC:

http://www.sugarbears.org/share/SugarbearsChampsSetupLocation

It is on the grass area along the cement walkway towards the back bathrooms. Personal tents can be set-up on Friday at 6pm BEHIND THE TEAM TENTS. All tents can be left over night Friday and Saturday night. Please lower your tent before you leave Saturday and take home your tarp.

We are still in need of the following volunteer positions at Champs:

-Afternoon Snack Bar

-AM & PM Ready Bench

-Late Morning & Afternoon Grillers (in shaded area)

Since this year the Sugarbears can receive ALL profits generated from the Snack Bar, it is extremely important that we have it staffed adequately. If you are interested in any of these positions, check in at the Volunteer Table, Saturday morning and sign-up.

Every Sugarbear will be swimming every event at this two-day meet, if you have a time for each event and have swam in at least two dual-meets.

Champs will be held at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (RAC)- Woodcreek Blvd and Pleasant Grove Blvd (near Junction Ave). There will be over 1,200 swimmers at this meet, and over 3,000 people in attendance. Parking will be at a premium. The RAC has a very small parking lot. Woodcreek High School, next to the RAC is available for parking.

7:15 – 7:45 am

Warm-ups Saturday:

Del Norte: Lanes 1 - 5

Fair Oaks: Lanes 6 - 10

Fulton - El Camino: Lanes 11 - 15

7:45 – 8:15 am

Roseville: Lanes 1 - 5

Sunrise: Lanes 6 - 10

West Sac: Lanes 11 - 15

7:15 – 7:45 am

Warm-ups Sunday:

Roseville: Lanes 1 - 5

Sunrise: Lanes 6 - 10

West Sac: Lanes 11 - 15

7:45 – 8:15 am

Del Norte: Lanes 1 - 5

Fair Oaks: Lanes 6 - 10

Fulton - El Camino: Lanes 11 - 15

There will be multiple heats ran for each stroke. All 16 lanes at the RAC will be used. The pool will be divided up into 8 lanes of ODD heats and 8 lanes of EVEN heats. Lanes 1-8 near the coaches table are the odd lanes. lanes 1-8 towards the entrance will be the even lanes. Please pay attention to which heat your child is scheduled to swim in. The meet will be circled seeded. Which means it will not be ran from the fastest to slowest heats. All heats will contain a variety of swimmers at different skill levels. The top 10 fastest times from all heats will advance to finals. The first half of the day preliminaries will be ran, then a break, then finals (which contains the top 10 swimmers in each age group), then relays, then awards ceremonies.

These are the events scheduled for each day:

Saturday:

PRELIMINARIES (all swimmers who have times for each event and have participated in two dual-meets):

-IM

-25 Free

-25 Back

-BREAK (used to calculate the top 10 swimmers for each stroke and age group)

-Coaches Relay (held during break)

FINALS (top 10 swimmers from each age group swim, receive a medal, can score points for our team, and qualify for MoC):

-IM

-25 Free

-25 Back

-Free Relay for 6 & Unders (top ten relay team participants get a medal)

-Medley Relay for 7 & Up (top ten relay team participants get a medal)

-Awards Ceremony for 6 & Unders

Sunday:

PRELIMINARIES (all swimmers who have times for each event and have participated in two dual-meets):

-Long Free

-Breast

-Fly

-BREAK (used to calculate the top 10 swimmers for each stroke and age group)

-Parents Relay (if you are interested in swimming in this relay, please drop a written request into the "Board Members" family folder)

FINALS (top 10 swimmers from each age group swim, receive a medal, can score points for our team, and qualify for MoC):

-Long Free

-Breast

-Fly

-Free Relay for 7 & Up (top ten relay team participants get a medal)

-Awards Ceremony for 7 & Up:

-High Point Swimmer Ceremony

-Dual Meet Awards Ceremony

-Championship Awards Ceremony

Ribbons & Awards Ceremony:

-all swimmers who place first in their preliminary heat will get a ribbon

-all swimmers who advance to the finals will get a medal

-top ten medley's and free relay team participants get a medal

-top point earner in each age group will get a trophy

GO SUGARBEARS!

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Board

MoC (Meet of Champions) Information

2010-07-15T11:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears!

The Meet of Champions (MoC) Meet is scheduled for July 31st-August 1st. This is an All-Star Swim Meet that brings together the top Recreational / Summer League Swimmers, from the greater Sacramento Valley Area, for a true - Meet of Champions.

There are two ways to qualify for this meet:

1. Meet a qualifying time in an event. See the Qualifying Times: http://www.meetofchampions.com/QualTimes.aspx

2. Finish in the top 10 place of any stroke at your League's Championship (CHAMPS) meet this Saturday and Sunday at the RAC

Several of our Sugarbears have already qualified for this meet by meeting a qualifying time in an event they swam during a meet this season.

TO VIEW WHICH SUGARBEAR SWIMMERS HAVE ALREADY QUALIFIED: http://www.sugarbears.org/home/index.php?limitstart=5

*****Our Sugarbears Swim Team will pay for all fees for each swimmer to swim in MoC, IF YOU HAVE MET ALL 14 HOURS OF YOUR VOLUNTEER SERVICE REQUIREMENTS***

Our Volunteer Coordinator is comprising a list of which families have completed their service.

***PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL, IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED SWIMMER (met a qualifying time) AND PLAN ON SWIMMING AT MOC****

If after, CHAMPS you have qualified (met a qualifying time or finished in the 10 ten of any event), please save this email and RESPOND BACK, if you PLAN ON SWIMMING AT MoC. We need to get a head count of how many swimmers plan on attending MoC.

Bonus: As a qualified swimmer, you can pick ONE additional stroke to swim at MoC, even if you didn't qualify for it. You need to let the Coaches know which stroke you want to swim as your bonus stroke.

Here is the MoC Practice Schedule:

Coach Jamie and Coach Rebecca will be your coaching team FOR BOTH SESSIONS

PRACTICE IS MONDAY-FRIDAY FOR BOTH SESSIONS

July 19th -23rd at OHS
8:00-9:15am: 13-18 year olds
8:15am-9:15am: 12 and Unders
9:00am-9:45am: 8 and Unders

July 26th -30th at RAC
9:30am-10:45am: 13-18 year olds
9:45am-10:45am: 12 and Unders
10:30am-11:15am: 8 and Unders

Meet Information:

When: Meet of Champions 10th Anniversary, July 31- August 1, 2010

Where: Woodland Community Swim Center, 155 N. West Street, Woodland, CA

Meet Schedule: Saturday & Sunday:

Check-in: 7:00 am

Warm-ups: 7:30 am

Meets Start: 9:00 am

Finals: 1 hour after Prelims

Regards:

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Great Photos of Each Sugarbears Meet Available

2010-07-08T15:47:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears!

Visit the Sugarbears Photo Gallery and check out some of the great photos of our swimmers. All of the photos are free to download to your computer.

You can see the photos two different ways:

1. Go to the Sugarbears website, www.sugarbears.org, then click on Photos at the top.

2. Go directly to the photo website, www.sugarbears.smugmug.com.

We will be adding photos as they come in. Look for previous years photos to be added as well. Thanks to all the photographers who have taken pictures over the years.

Enjoy!

Beary Best Awards Available on Thurs & Tues

2010-07-07T16:40:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers:

The long awaited Beary Best Treasure Box will now be available for you to redeem your Beary Best Forms.

Mindy White, parent of a 7-8 Sugarbear girl, has graciously offered to head up this program for our team.

She will have the Beary Best Blue Accordian Folder available on the pool deck on Thursday's and Tuesday's of every week from 8am-10am. Her first appearance will be tomorrow, Thursday,July 8th.

If you have turned in Beary Best Forms in the family folder's marked "Beary Best" please turn them into Mindy and you can pick from a list of prizes. It is on a first-come-first serve basis.

We appreciate your patience with the Beary Best Program.

Thanks to Mindy, this important reward system is now up and running again.

Regards,

Your Sugarbear Parents Board

Pasta Pomodoro Dinner Fundraiser on 7/8

2010-07-06T15:53:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbears: Thursday, July 8th invite all your friends and family and dine at Pasta Pomodoro in Roseville. 20% of your will bill be donated to the Sugarbears. Offer includes all dine-in and to-go orders. And, is valid all day on the the 8th. Please present this flyer to your server: http://www.sugarbears.org/share/PartnerFlyerROSEVILLE.pdf

To take advantage of this offer please visit:
Pasta Pomodoro 3984 Douglas Blvd. Roseville, CA 95661 916-773-4027 (It is located in the Home Goods Shopping Center at the corner of Sierra College Blvd. and Douglas Blvd.)

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Last Call for You To Place an Ad for Child

2010-06-30T18:41:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbear's Parents:

This is the last call for you to place a personal ad in the Champs Program Booklet wishing your child(ren) good luck at Champs. There will be over 1,500 of the program booklets printed on each day of Champs, both Saturday and Sunday. The deadline for you to place an ad is this Thursday, July 1st at 5pm.

Champs is around the corner, July 17th-18th, as a matter of fact. Every Sugarbear will be swimming at this two-day meet at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (RAC). Each Sugarbear will be swimming every event. At Champs, we will be competing against all the teams we swam against this year:

-Fair Oaks Dolphins

-Del Norte Dolphins

-West Sac Dolphins

-Sunrise Sharks

-Fulton El Camino Dolphins

Size of Ad: Approximately 2" x 2" ad for $20.

Please keep text to a short sentence or two!

You can include a small picture (jpg only) if desired (keep in mind it is a 2" x 2" ad!)

Email text and picture to Shelley Young at: shelleyoung@aol.com NO LATER THAN 5 pm, Thursday, July 1st.

Payment can be made by check to Roseville Sugarbears, and is due Thursday, July 1st.

Please give your Check to Shelley Young at practice at OHS between 8:00 am and 9:30 am.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Place an Ad For Your Child at Champs

2010-06-28T18:40:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbear's Parents:

Champs is around the corner. July 17th-18th, as a matter of fact. Every Sugarbear will be swimming at this two-day meet at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (RAC). Each Sugarbear will be swimming every event. At Champs, we will be competing against all the teams we swam against this year:
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You have the opportunity to place a personal ad in the Champs Program wishing your child(ren) good luck at Champs.
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Size of Ad: Approximately 2" x 2" ad for $20.

Please keep text to a short sentence or two!

You can include a small picture (jpg only) if desired (keep in mind it is a 2" x 2" ad!)

Email text and picture to: Shelley Young at: shelleyoung@aol.com
NO LATER THAN 5 pm, Thursday, July 1st.

Payment can be made by check to Roseville Sugarbears, and is due before Thursday, July 1st.

Please give your Check to Shelley Young at practice at OHS between 8:00 am and 9:30 am.

Regards, Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Raffle To Be Held at Our Meet This Saturday

2010-06-22T16:39:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmer's and Families:

We will be raffling off a VIP parking pass for Champs at our Saturday's meet, June 26th, with the Sunrise Sharks at Oakmont. Tickets will be $1 each, or 4 tickets for $3.  There will be over 1,200 swimmer's swimming at Champs and parking will be at a premium.  So don't miss your opportunity to get front row parking at Champs which will be held at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (RAC) for two days on July 17-18th.  All Sugarbears swimmers will be swimming every event at this meet.  All the teams in our Conference will be participating in Champs.

We will be selling the raffle tickets starting at 8:00am this Saturday. Participants from both the Sugarbears and Sunrise Sharks are eligible to win.  The drawing for the winner will be announced near event 44.

PLEASE REMEMBER:  Sign-Outs for this meet are closed.  All sign-outs MUST OCCUR ONE WEEK prior to any meet.


Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

June Poolside Chat from Renee

2010-06-21T17:03:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Friends and Family:

I, first, apologize for this not going out last week. Try as hard as I might, priorities continued to clobber each other and I just couldn’t get to the bottom of the letter…I’m sure everyone has known that feeling a time or two!

Before we get down to business, I want to take the opportunity to say “Thank You!” to all of the families that assisted with the craziness at our home meet, a week ago Saturday. It was a true test of our family and we passed with flying colors! So many pitched in, no negativity, no divisiveness,, just a large positive infusion of assistance. People displayed creativity, problem solving, and patience in the face of adversity. One word wraps up my thoughts: Grateful! We have a fabulous team! Winning the meet was just icing on the cake.

Two big upcoming events: Our annual Swim-a-Thon is scheduled for tomorrow, June 22^nd. As you’ve seen in emails from co-chair Jennifer Cox, this is our primary fundraiser for the team. All of the equipment, all of the socials, all of the fun Fridays are possible due to the generous donations of swimmer families and friends. Please consider participating and involving those in your life. We don’t want the families to carry the burden; if we collect just a small amount, even $10 from grandparents, aunts and uncles, family friends, etc, a swimmer can easily reach the $50/swimmer goal without the family breaking the bank. As a team, we can make a difference.

Our other big event is tomorrow night, June 22^nd. We are having a fundraiser at Chevy’s. Everyone that brings a flyer, 25% of the dinner tab (excluding alcohol) will be donated back to the team. WOW!!! Thanks to our Social Chairs for setting up this fundraiser!!! After a hard day of working in the pool, doesn’t a night out with your teammates and friends (away from the water) sound like a great idea?? I’ll be there…if you see me, stop by the table and say hi!! I’ll be looking for all of you too!!!

you must present this flyer when dining at Chevy's on June 22nd: http://www.sugarbears.org/share/Chevysfundraising_flyer.pdf

We’ve made it half way through our meets. All of the swimmers are doing so well; it’s been great to see the names post for Meet of Champions. It’s also been great to watch our new swimmers have such success in the pool with continually dropping those times. It’s been a great year so far!

Our big event is coming up in just 4 short weeks (July 17th-18th)…Eureka Conference Championships!!! Champs this year will be at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (commonly referred to in the swim community as the RAC) and we are considered the hosting team. Jen Hustead, our league rep, has been putting in lots of hours to pull this off. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be looking for volunteers to help with the meet; you’ll likely see sign-ups around the pool deck. This is in addition to your 14 hour minimum requirement.

Thanks to all of you that have committed to assist at every meet, to those of you who have done above and beyond your minimum hours. We know it takes more than 14 hours to make this run. The Board thanks you for your commitment to all of our kids. You’re the reason we can keep moving forward.

It’s Bears vs. Sharks this week in the pool. Here’s to hoping the Bears get a big “W”!!

Your eternally grateful Sugarbears Board Prez,

Renee

Morning Practice Schedule Starts Monday & Upcoming Meet

2010-06-10T13:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmer's and Parents:

This is a reminder that ALL practices move to our morning schedule starting this Monday, June 14th.

JUNE 14th-July 16th:

8 and Unders: 9:15am-10:00am

9-12: 8:15am-9:15am

13-18: 6:45am-8:15am

NOTE: New START TIME FOR 13-18's

Our Next Meet is This Saturday, June 12th with West Sac. Dolphins

THIS IS A HOME MEET

meet theme: Mardi Gras. so decorate your tents or come dressed in costume!!

In order to have a productive swim meet, we still need the following volunteers for this Saturdays meet.

AM & PM starters

PM Stroke & turn

PM timers

PM BBQ

PM Ribbons

AM event flipper

PM ready bench

Thank you. Remember you only have a few meets left to get your minimum 14 hours.

Here are some important reminders: Parents need to have their swimmers check-in with the coaches by 7 AM. We had some swimmers at our last meet with Fulton-El Camino who never checked in with the coaches but were at the meet. The coaches scratched them from their events, only later to find out they were there but simply never checked-in with them. Then our Coaches had to re-do the seeding again.

Swimmers should wait to see that their name is actually highlighted on the coach's check-in sheet to confirm the coach got them. Parents can accompany younger swimmers to check-in, but PARENTS SHOULD NOT CHECK-IN FOR THEIR CHILD! It's a good habit to teach your swimmer now! And you can remind the swimmers that arrive at your age group tent. Swimmers that do not check in with the coaches will be scratched from the meet.

Many teams do not seed their swimmers until after the scratch session. We seed the swimmers who will actually be swimming each race based upon their best time for that event. This is what determines their heat and lane assignment. So, the night before the race we may only know which swimmers are swimming which event, and not which heat and lane they will be in. This is also the reason that most teams use a ready bench. We will not know exactly what to expect until we get to the visiting team's pool.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears' Parent Board

Morning Practice Schedule Starts Monday & Volunteering

2010-06-10T12:59:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmer's and Parents:

This is a reminder that ALL practices move to our morning schedule starting this Monday, June 14th.

JUNE 14th-July 16th:

8 and Unders: 9:15am-10:00am

9-12: 8:15am-9:15am

13-18: 6:45am-8:15am

NOTE: New START TIME FOR 13-18's

Our Next Meeting is This Saturday, June 12th with West Sac. Dolphins

THIS IS A HOME MEET

meet theme: Mardi Gras. so decorate your tents or come dressed in costume!!

In order to have a productive swim meet, we still need the following volunteers for this Saturdays meet.

AM & PM starters

PM Stroke & turn

PM timers

PM BBQ

PM Ribbons

AM event flipper

PM ready bench

Thank you, Remember you only have a few meets left to get your minimum 14 hours.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears' Parent Board

Morning Practice Schedule Starts Monday & Volunteering

2010-06-10T12:41:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmer's and Parents:

This is a reminder that ALL practices move to our morning schedule starting this Monday, June 14th.

JUNE 14th-July 16th:

8 and Unders: 9:15am-10:00am

9-12: 8:15am-9:15am

13-18: 6:45am-8:15am

NOTE: New START TIME FOR 13-18's

Our Next Meeting is This Saturday, June 12th with West Sac. Dolphins

THIS IS A HOME MEET

meet theme: Mardi Gras. so decorate your tents or come dressed in costume!!

In order to have a productive swim meet, we still need the following volunteers for this Saturdays meet.

AM & PM starters

PM Stroke & turn

PM timers

PM BBQ

PM Ribbons

AM event flipper

PM ready bench

Thank you, Remember you only have a few meets left to get your minimum 14 hours.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears' Parent Board

New Coaching Rules

2010-06-09T10:18:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbears' Swimmers and Parents:

Starting effective immediately, the following rules will be instituted and adhered to by all Coaches during practices and/or swim meets:

1. Each swimmer will be allowed only 1 bathroom break during practice. If more than one bathroom break is requested by any swimmer, that swimmer will have to stay after practice to make-up any of the swim drills they missed during their time in the bathroom.

We are having too many children request to use the bathroom up to 3 times during a practice timeframe.

2. Each Friday practice is now mandatory for all swimmers to attend. If you or your swimmer is practicing in a different age group at practice, we ask that they attend their proper age group practice on ALL Friday's. Medley and Free Relay practice will be held on each Friday. We need all the kids for each Relay and Medley to practice together as team of four.

3. If any swimmer signs-out on-line for a meet LESS THAN ONE-WEEK PRIOR TO ANY MEET, that swimmer will not be allowed to swim at the following meet.

We are having TOO MANY swimmers signing out only a couple days prior to meet, after we have already seeded the meet for that Saturday. This causes a tremendous amount of re-work for the Coaching staff and Computer Ops the morning of the meet.

4. If any swimmers or parents have a concern during any swim meet, you are to discuss it with your Team Parent. In turn, your Team Parent will bring your concern to the Head Team Parent, and she will then discuss it with the Coaches.

There are too many people approaching the Coaching staff during a meet and their primary focus needs to be on Coaching.

We appreciate your help and understanding regarding these new rules. They will help practices and swim meets to run more smoothly and productively.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

on behalf of the Coaching Staff

Relay Practice Held Each Friday

2010-06-08T11:38:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

The Coaches have requested that all swimmers attend EACH Friday practice so we can focus on improving our relay teams.

Winning a relay accounts for the most points awarded per event at each meet. Winning or losing a relay can make the difference between winning or losing a meet.

There are two types of relays: The Medley (four swimmers each swimming one of the four different strokes ) and the Free Relay (four swimmers each swimming 25 yards of freestyle).

Both relay's will be practiced on Friday.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Relay Practice Held Each Friday

2010-06-08T11:30:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

The Coaches have requested that all swimmers attend EACH Friday practice so we can focus on improving our relay teams.

Winning a relay accounts for the most points awarded per event at each meet. Winning or losing a relay can make the difference between winning or losing a meet.

Winning a relay event at our meets, accounts for 7 points per event

Important Info about Our Meet with Fulton-El Camino on Sat.

2010-06-01T11:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

Hope you all had a nice Memorial Day Weekend.

Our next swim meet is scheduled for this Saturday, June 5th with the Fulton-El Camino Stingrays. THIS IS AN AWAY MEET. The meet theme this day is: Western. So pull out your cowboy or cowgirl gear and "hoof it on down" to this meet!

Included in this email is some important information about parking at their pool.

Fulton-El Camino Stingrays 6-Lane Pool
3097 Cottage Way
Sacramento, CA

Their home pool is Cottage Pool, located at the intersection of Cottage and Morse, at 3907 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA.

The pool is right across the street from Kaiser's ER. They have 3 small parking lots along Cottage, in front of their pool and to either side, slightly down the street. These are not big enough for both teams cars, however, there is also parking available in the Kaiser lot which is kitty-corner across the street. This is NOT the main hospital parking lot, but rather medical/ administrative offices that are not open on the weekends, on the southeast corner.

DIRECTIONS:

From Oakmont:

start out going west on Cirby Way toward Parkview Dr.
turn left on Riverside Ave
merge onto I80 W toward Sacramento
take the I80 BR/Capital City Freeway exit, Exit 95, toward CA-99 S/Sac
take the Fulton Ave exit
turn left onto Fulton Ave
turn left at Cottage Way

(their pool is Cottage Pool, located at the intersection of Cottage and Morse)

Here are some important reminders:

Parents need to have their swimmers check-in with the coaches by 7 AM. Swimmers should wait to see that their name is actually highlighted on the coach's check-in sheet to confirm the coach got them. Parents can accompany younger swimmers to check-in, but PARENTS SHOULD NOT CHECK-IN FOR THEIR CHILD! It's a good habit to teach your swimmer now! And you can remind the swimmers that arrive at your age group tent. Swimmers that do not check in with the coaches will be scratched from the meet.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Make-Up Photos on Wed at Oakmont

2010-05-25T21:02:00.000-07:00

Sugarbears Swimmers and Families:

This is a reminder that Spectrum Photography will be at our Oakmont pool deck on Wednesday, May 26 at 5pm to take any pictures of any swimmers who missed our photo session at Time Trials.

They will only be there for a limited time, so come prepared. There are blank order forms in the Family Folders.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

PRActice IS ON FOR TONIGHT-TUESDAY

2010-05-25T16:25:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

PRACTICE IS ON FOR TONIGHT, Tuesday, May 25th. We will be practicing in the shallow-end of the pool only. It will be a modified practice with focus on technique.

Please continue to refer to the website for up-to-date information.

Thank you for your patience!

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Practice IS ON FOR TONIGHT-TUESDAY

2010-05-25T15:46:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

PRACTICE IS ON FOR TONIGHT, Tuesday, May 25th. We will be practicing in the shallow-end of the pool only. It will be a modified practice with focus on technique.

Please continue to refer to the website for up-to-date information.

Thank you for your patience!

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Practice Cancelled Tonite Due to Chemical Levels

2010-05-24T17:22:00.000-07:00

Hello Swimmers and Parents:

Sugarbears swim practice at Oakmont tonight, May 24th, HAS BEEN CANCELLED due to pool chemical issues.

We are sorry for the late notice. The problem just arose and we are actively trying to fix it.

Practice should resume tomorrow,Tuesday night, as scheduled.

Look to our website for up-to-date information: http://www.sugarbears.org/home/

Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused!

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Ribbons From Del Norte Meet-No Practice on Fri/Mon

2010-05-23T18:23:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

Ribbons from the Del Norte Meet will be placed in your family folders at the Oakmont pool deck late this week. There was a mix-up with their computer system. We are sorry for the delay. We are working as quickly as possible to get them to you.
Results from this meet have been posted under the Results/Stats/Records tab on our website at: http://www.sugarbears.org/home/

REMEMBER: There is NO PRACTICE THIS FRIDAY, May 28th due Oakmont High school Graduation. We are hosting our Ice Skating Social this night at SkateTown from 6:45pm-10pm in Roseville. If you haven't RSVPed for this event, please email our Parent Board Co-Social Members at: brown1642@yahoo.com or courtneysellshomes@comcast.net

THERE IS ALSO NO PRACTICE ON MONDAY, May 31st due to Memorial Day.

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

May Poolside Chat-Del Norte Meet: Crazy Hat Day

2010-05-21T11:19:00.000-07:00

Sugarbears and Families,

It seems hard to believe Sugarbears have been in the pool for 4 weeks now. We've already had a successful time trials and our first dual meet is tomorrow, Saturday. I'm anxious to see our Sugarbears "Dangerous When Wet"!!

Our first meet is against Del Norte. I know many are asking about how the meet will run since this is our first time competing in a pool with an odd number of lanes (5). Our prelimiary communications are we will be alternating odd and even lanes with each heat and both the first and second heats of each event will be scoring heats (up to 8 lanes total). In getting back into the groove, don't be surprised if we have a few hiccups along the way. I just ask everyone to display that great Sugarbear attitude we're know for and we'll do well. Most important...don't forget Saturday is Crazy Hat Day!!! Bring your craziest hat for a little fun on the deck.

A couple of new tips! First, we have a new Vice President. Gordon Hinkle has stepped up to be part of our team leadership. Thanks Gordon!!!! We're glad to have you on board. Second, Coach Rebecca is just one short week away from joining us full time on the pool deck. She's been away at school, coming back to help whenever she can. We're looking forward to it, Rebecca!!

Finally, our biggest piece of news to highlight is our upcoming swim-a-thon scheduled for June 22nd!!! Jennifer Cox and Megan Hoppes, our tenured leaders, are back to head it up again. Get those pledges and keep a watch out for this creative duo at home meets and practices! You never know when they might have prizes for those that collect pledges early! Our team utilizes these funds for running our team and purchasing great extras, like our beautiful new swim flags that were displayed at time trials two weeks ago.

Best of luck to all Sugarbears hitting the water Saturday. Give it your all!!!

Renee

Parent Board President

Sugarbears

Sugarbears Time Trial Results Are Posted on Website

2010-05-10T16:54:00.001-07:00

Hello Swimmers and Families:

Time Trial Results ARE NOW POSTED on our Sugarbears Website: http://www.sugarbears.org/home/

You can find them on the homepage: under the top bar button titled "Results/Stats/Records"

Thanks for your patience. Our Computer Operations Board Member, Michael Hynes, worked effortlessly to enter all the results manually into our database because we couldn't use our touch pads at Time Trials. It was determined that there was some water on the wires which caused them to stop working properly.

A big thanks to all the Timers who volunteered this day. Without your assistance we wouldn't have been able to get the times of each swimmer!

GO SUGARBEARS!

Regards,

Your Sugarbears Parent Board

Swim Caps Orders Due Friday/Fins Needed/New Practice Time

2010-05-05T09:49:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Swimmers and Parents:

SWIM CAP ORDERS ARE DUE THIS FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2010.

CHECKS ONLY, PLEASE NO EXCEPTIONS. THANK YOU.

See The Bear Wear Table on The Pool Deck.

COACH JAMIE WOULD LIKE ALL SWIMMERS TO PURCHASE

FINS FOR USE AT PRACTICE.

Please Bring them to Practice on May 17th.

Use a Sharpie and Label Your Swimmers Fins with Your Last Name.

Have Your Swimmers Place Their Fins at the Blocks.

You Can Purchase Your Fins at:

Norcal Swim Shop

120 Sunrise Avenue

Roseville, CA 95661-3424
(916) 771-7946

Mention Roseville Sugarbears and

You Receive 20% Off Your Purchase

NEW PRACTICE TIMES!

Practice Times	Oakmont	Oakmont	Oakmont
Age Group	April 26 - May 7	May 10 - June 11	June 14-July 16
6&U/7-8	6:15-7:00pm	5:45-6:30 PM	9:15-10:00 AM
9-10/11-12	5:15-6:15pm	6:30-7:30 PM	8:15-9:15 AM
13-18	4:00-5:15pm	4:30-5:45 PM	7:00-8:15 AM

Listed below IS OUR NEW PRACTICE SCHEDULE!
These are the times listed on your blue calendar you received at the Parent Kick-off Meeting and were placed in your family folders on the first day of practice. The magnet you received HAS THE INCORRECT TIMES. Disregard the practice times on it. The meet schedule listed on the magnet IS CORRECT.

NEW: 2010 Workout/Practice Group Assignment
**FINAL**
Practice Times

Oakmont

Oakmont Oakmont
Age Group

April 26 - May 7

May 10 - June 11

June 14-July 16

6&U/7-8 6:15-7:00pm 5:45-6:30 PM 9:15-10:00 AM
9-10/11-12 5:15-6:15pm 6:30-7:30 PM 8:15-9:15 AM
13-18 4:00-5:15pm 4:30-5:45 PM 7:00-8:15 AM

No practice on: April 30th, due to SFL Champs.
No practice on: May 14th, due to an Oakmont event.
No practice on: May 28th, due to Oakmont High School Graduation.
No practice on: May 31st, due to Memorial Day.
Practice will be five days a week (Monday-Friday).
Last day of practice is July 16th. Champs will be held at the RAC on July 17-18th. For those swimmers who qualify, Meet of Champs (MOC) will be held on July 31-August 1st at Woodland.

REGARDS,
The Sugarbears Parent Board

Deadline Has Past for Time Trials Sign-Out's

2010-05-03T11:43:00.001-07:00

Hello Sugarbear's Swimmers and Parents:

This is a friendly reminder that if you or your child is not swimming at Time Trials this Saturday, May 8th at the Oakmont pool, you have missed the deadline to sign out on-line.

You now need to communicate this information to the Coaches on the pool deck during practice.

Remember: ALL SIGN-OUT'S MUST OCCUR ONE WEEK PRIOR TO ANY MEET. YOU CAN DO THIS ON-LINE USING OUR SUGARBEARS WEBSITE:

http://www.sugarbears.org

Regards,

The Sugarbears Parent Board

2010-04-26T13:26:00.000-07:00

In just 2 1/2 short hours, Sugarbears will be invading the pool at Oakmont! Can't wait to see everyone on the pool deck!!! The coaches have been meeting and are ready for you!

Gooooooo Sugarbears!!
Renee Ostrander

Sugarbears Practice Starts at Oakmont on Monday

2010-04-23T18:29:00.000-07:00

Hello Swimmers and Families:

just a friendly reminder that:

*****Roseville Sugarbears Practice Schedule has Changed Locations for the FIRST TWO WEEKS!!*****

April 26th- May 7th:
NOTE THE NEW LOCATION FOR THIS SESSION OF PRACTICE:
Oakmont (NOT THE RAC)- 5 DAYS A WEEK
Ages 13-14/15-18 @ 4:00-5:15pm
Ages 9-10/11-12 @ 5:15-6:15pm

Ages 6 & Under/7-8 @ 6:15-7:00pm

April 30th no practice

May 10th-May 13th:
Oakmont Pool- 5 DAYS A WEEK
Ages 13-14/15-18 @ 5:00-6:00pmAges 6 & Under/7-8 @ 6:00-6:45pmAges 9-10/11-12 @ 6:45-7:45pm
May 14th no practice
May 28th no practice

May 17th - June 11th:
Oakmont Pool
13-14/15-18 @ 4:30-5:45 PM
6&U/7-8 @ 5:45-6:30 PM
9-10/11-12 @ 6:30-7:30 PM

June 14th-July 16th
switch to morning practices: Oakmont Pool-5 DAYS A WEEK
Ages 13-14/15-18 @ 7:00-8:15am
Ages 9-10/11-12 @ 8:15-9:15am
Ages 6 & U/7-8 @ 9:15-10am
July 16th last day of practice

Champs: Roseville Aquatics Complex: July 17-July 18th
Meet of Champions, Woodland: July 31st-Aug 1st

Sugarbears April Poolside Chat from Renee

2010-04-20T11:17:00.000-07:00

Sugarbears and families:

Thanks to all for attending the Parent Kick-off Meeting last night. It was great to reconnect with so many of you. It just makes me look forward to the season soooo much more! For those of you that weren’t able to attend, please check the website for highlights…we’ll be posting it soon…there is some new info to be shared and we want to make sure everyone is up to speed for the first week of practice. The most important piece to pass along is that the practice times have changed for our first two weeks! We are fortunate to be able to start our practice in our home pool at OHS!! Here’s the new schedule:

New Schedule for first Two Weeks Only
Oakmont Pool (not the RAC)

April 26th-May 7th ONLY

13-18: 4-5:15 pm
9-12: 5:15-6:15 pm
6U-8: 6:15-7 pm

check out our website for the full schedule after May 7th: http://www.sugarbears.org/

Coaches: We now have a full coaching staff. We’ll be working with our coaches over the next few weeks to get all of their Bios updated and online so you’ll have another way to get to know the staff coaching and encouraging your Sugarbears every day in the water.

Volunteering!! We need volunteers to successfully run our meets and the extras. There’s always something to do for every individual, no matter your preferences. Please check on line for open positions on our Board and open volunteer positions for upcoming meets; they’re already starting to fill. To reiterate the information from last night’s meeting: the Volunteer Agreement form and Check are due the first week of practice, by April 30th.

click here to download a PDF of the form: http://www.sugarbears.org/share/VolunteerAgreementForm

Before I sign-off, I want to say thank you to all the Sugarbears for their well wishes and prayers for Evan and the entire Artica family. If you’ve been following the blogs by Terry and Michelle, you know that Evan is recovering well and already back in school. We’re so proud of you, Evan; what a trooper!!! I mean, what a Sugarbear!!!!! Can’t wait to see you back in the pool this summer!!!! We have a link on our website to follow Evan and the family’s journey, but I’m also listing it below.

http://www.articafamily.com/

I can’t wait till time trials on May 8th at OHS... so for all of you as anxious as I…

R-O, R-O, R-O-S-E
V-I-L, V-I-L,V-I-L-L-E
R-O-S-E-V-I-L-L-E, R-O-S-E-V-I-L-L-E
Roseville, Roseville, Goooooo Roseville!!!!!

Till Monday!!!

Renee

Roseville Sugarbears Board President

Reminder: Tonight is Sugarbears Parent Kick-Off Mtg

2010-04-19T13:18:00.000-07:00

Hello Sugarbears Parents:

This is a friendly reminder that tonight is our parent kick-off meeting. This meeting is for NEW and RETURNING swimmer's parents.

The meeting will be held at the Central Park Indoor Pool

10210 Fairway Drive, Roseville

New Swimmer Parents Orientation: 6:30pm-9:00pm
Returning Parents: 7:00pm-9:00pm

Come meet the new Coaches for our 2010 Swim Season, as well as, your Parent Board.

New families will hear an introduction to the Sugarbears Team and overall swim season expectations; while returning families will get all the updates and changes for upcoming season.

You will hear from our Coaching Staff, Parent Board, and the City of Roseville about our:

-Swim Team 101 Basics

-Registration

-Sponsorship

-Socials and Fundraising

-Volunteereing

-Communication

-New Coaching Staff

Followed by a Q&A Session.

Hope to see you there!

Regards,

Sugarbears Parent Board

Sugarbears Try-Outs, This Saturday

2010-04-08T13:41:00.000-07:00

Pass this along to friends or family who maybe interested in joining the Roseville Sugarbears
Swim Team this season

New Swimmer Try-Outs

Saturday, April 10th and Thursday, April 15th

Central Park Indoor Pool, 10210 Fairway Drive, Roseville

TRYOUT SCHEDULE:

April 10th:

Ages 6 & Under: 11:15am

Ages 7-8: 10:30am

Ages: 9-10: 9:45am

Ages 11 & Up: 9:00am

April 15th:

Ages 6 & Under/7-8: 6:00pm

Ages: 9 & Up: 7:00pm

Don’t get stuck this summer bored, hot, and watching TV. Make a choice, get moving, and have a summer you will never forget!

Recreational swimming is all about having some fun, connecting with others, staying cool, and getting some exercise during the summer!

REASONS TO CONSIDER JOINING THE ROSEVILLE SUGARBEARS SWIM TEAM:

-Morning practices in the summer, so you have free time to enjoy the rest of the day for other activities
-Make some new friends, hang out and have some good, clean fun this summer
-Get or stay in shape and improve your swimming
-Enjoy well organized Group Socials… with planned activities for all ages
-Cross train to improve your cardiovascular during the summer and stay in shape for other activities -Dive, Kick, Swim!
-Roseville Sugarbears Scholarship opportunities
-Sugarbears ROCK!
-Be part of a winning team!
-Become part of the aquatic legacy that produces champions, such as: Olympic Gold Medalist Summer Sanders and NFL quarterback Randy Fasani

Roseville Sugarbears have fun and enthusiastic coaches who are eager to assist you in setting and achieving your own personal goals.

Practices and Swim Meets are held at the Oakmont High School in Roseville.

For more information on the Roseville Sugarbears, check our website www.sugarbears.org or call the City of Roseville at 916-774-5990.

See you on the pool deck this summer!!

Regards,

Sugarbears Parent Board

Sugarbears Registration Doc's Due 3/19

2010-03-11T11:21:00.000-08:00

*REMINDER*

ALL RETURNING SUGARBEARS:

All registration documents and registration fees are due to the City of Roseville by March 19th. There are two medical forms you need to sign and return, as well as ALL the forms listed as links in this email. To download all registration documents click on the following links: www.sugarbears.org/share/SBRegistrationletter
www.sugarbears.org/share/SugarbearsRegForm
www.sugarbears.org/share/ParentContract
www.sugarbears.org/share/MedicalWaiver
www.sugarbears.org/share/Waiver2

PLEASE NOTE: All returning swimmers MUST complete a NorCal Swim League Registration form FOR EACH returning swimmer in your family:
www.sugarbears.org/share/LeagueRegForm

You can mail your forms to the Roseville Sports Center, 1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, 95747; you can drop them off at the Roseville Sports Center, Central Park Indoor Pool or the Maidu Community Center or you can fax them to the Roseville Sports Center at (916)774-5999. Priority registration is given to returning swimmers provided all forms are received by March 19.

After March 19th, the City of Roseville will begin advertising for new swimmers and anyone not registered (including returning swimmers who missed the deadline) will be required to try out. After March 19th, returning swimmers are not guaranteed a spot on the team. For your convenience, cash, checks, VISA or Mastercard are accepted.

Age Group Determination Date:
Age groups are determined by the age the child will be as of June 15th This is a policy of the Northern California Swim League.

Regards,
Your Roseville Sugarbears Parent Board

Podcast #39: 2009 Laguna Creek Meet. Fly Away

2010-03-06T11:30:00.000-08:00

Interviews and exciting moments captured from our 2009 Meet with Laguna Creek held on June 11th, 2009. Sugarbear President, Jef Huber, captures many personal bests and also key performances by Emma Busch, Curtis "Cannonball" Ostrander and Justin Young.

Click here to listen to the podcast. The podcast is 23MB in size and 22 minutes in length. A broadband internet connection is required.

Letter from Sugarbears Head Coach Jamie Olson

2010-03-05T08:53:00.000-08:00

Greetings to all of the Sugarbears!

I am excited to meet all of the parents and swimmers over the next few months. Swimming has been a part of my life for many years and I have been involved in the sport as an athlete, a teacher, and a coach.

As a swimmer, I competed on a year round team called the Barracuda Aquatics of the Monterey Peninsula for many years. I also was fortunate to swim for the Yokohama Sailfish team in Japan for three years from the age of seven until I was ten. Our family moved to Japan as a result of my dad’s new position in the U.S. Navy. When I returned back to the United States I continued to swim for the Barracudas. In high school, I competed at Carmel High School in both swimming and water polo. After high school, I competed at Chabot College and trained with the UC Berkeley swim team. After college I continued to swim in a masters swim program and as a triathlete.

My first experience as a swimming instructor was when I was a junior in high school and I continued to teach swimming for many years. My coaching career began in 1984 when I became the assistant coach for the Barracuda Aquatics of the Monterey Peninsula. I continued to coach for the Barracudas for the next six years. Then in 1992 I moved to Sacramento to obtain my teaching credential and this is when I started coaching swimming in the Sacramento area. My first position was the assistant swim coach at Valley High School. Then in 1996 I became the Head Coach at Foothill High School for three years. During this time I also was the Head Coach for the summer league team called the Foothill Fliers. Currently, I coach the Oakmont High School Swim Team where I am the head coach of the varsity boys swim team and before becoming the head coach I was the assistant for three years.

Apart from swimming, I can call Roseville my home. I moved to Roseville from Fair Oaks in 2007 after getting married to Sheri Turner who subsequently became Sheri Olson. Both of us enjoy the Roseville community and live in Old Roseville in a 1930 home. My hobbies include enjoying the great outdoors, traveling, reading history, and competing in endurance races. My wife and I both love to camp and we look forward to taking a trip to Europe sometime in the near future.

In closing, as the swimming season rapidly approaches I look forward to getting to know the swimmers, parents, and coaches and working together to make the 2010 season a success.

See you on the pool deck,

Coach Jamie
GO SUGARBEARS!

New Sugarbears Head Coach and Assistant Coaches Named

2010-03-03T10:56:00.000-08:00

Hello Sugarbears Families:

The Sugarbears Parent Board is very pleased to announce our new Head Coach: Jamie Olson. He has many years experience of swimming and coaching. Many Oakmont students will recognize his name; he is currently coaching the boys varsity swimteam at Oakmont High School. His bio will be posted soon for all to view. He is so excited to join the Sugarbears family!!! He already has many ideas for the upcoming swim season. He'll be joining us for our next Board meeting, March 9th.

We are equally pleased to also announce our two new assistant coaches: Peter Hallsten and Dannon Blythe. Many of you will quickly recognize the Hallsten name. Peter has been a long-time Sugarbears swimmer and can't wait to help the team this year both in the pool swimming and out of the pool coaching! Dannon is new to the Sugarbears family. She has swam many years in the area and is excited about coaching this year and sharing her knowledge and experience with our team.

A Big Sugarbears Welcome to Our New 2010 Coaches!

If you would like to attend the next Sugarbears Board meeting on March 9th and have the added bonus of meeting our new head coach, we're meeting at Cool River Pizza, at the corner of Cirby and Rocky Ridge @ 7:00 PM. We still have lots to prep for this year.

Keep a lookout in the next week on the website for updates on our coaches; soon we'll be posting more info under the coaches link.

Here's to a successful year!!!

Cheers! Renee

Sugarbears Board President

2010

Former Sugarbear and Coach, MaryTess Taylor, Goes Big! Spring Clinic Reminder

2010-03-03T10:03:00.000-08:00

MaryTess Taylor made her final appearance last week as a Fresno State Bulldog at the Josh Davis Natatorium in San Antonio, Texas at the 2010 WAC Championships.

She swam the Breast within the Bulldog's 400 Medley Relay and qualified for consolations in two of her three individual events, posting new lifetime personal bests in the 200 IM, 100 Breast and 200 Breast.

Mary Tess posted a 2:13.40 in the 200 IM, a 1.06.10 in the 100 Breast (relay split) and a 2:22.40 in the 200 Breast.

"We are extremely proud of MT" parent Michael Taylor said. "It has been amazing to watch her develop as a swimmer and as a person. As a swim family, we have been blessed with good health and happiness within fantastic aquatic programs at all levels from recreational, high school, junior college and college."

MaryTess will be graduating this May from Fresno State with a degree in Art and plans to pursue a multiple subject teaching credential.
She weighed heavily the opportunity to apply for coaching the Sugarbears this summer, but currently plans to stay in Fresno this summer in order to establish some employment in Fresno while getting her teaching credential.

A reminder that Spring Swim Clinics are about to start up next week at the RAC (March 9-April 22).
Spots are still available.
Click here for a flyer, or check our RSB website for details.

Go Sugarbears!

Keith Flodin Annual Memorial Ski Day

2010-02-18T13:08:00.000-08:00

An informal ski/fun day to honor and remember Keith Flodin and his love for skiing and the great outdoors!

Saturday, March 6th at Sierra-at-Tahoe.

The event is organized by Ernst & Young and SARTA.

Family, friends and business associates are all welcome.

Click here for more details and to register.

For additional information contact Steve Holetz of Ernst & Young at 916-218-1976.

Sugarbears Website Upgraded!

2010-02-03T10:25:00.000-08:00

Hello Sugarbears,

In case you have not visited our sugarbears website recently, it has been upgraded!
Woo Hoo!!

The site has been upgraded to a Content Management System (CMS).
Besides giving the site a fresh, new look, the change should make it easier for us to manage and maintain the site.

An effort was made to keep all of the previous cool content and not change the menus too drastically. Since, we know it can be frustrating when a web service switches up everything on you too much. No bueno.

Also, you can still log into our roster and on-line SwimFast system similar as before, but please note that a new option is available for you to login just once and be remembered (single signon), so that you don't need to keep re-logging in on each visit. Once logged in, you will find additional menu options available and denoted with "***" characters.

Our swim team's password for access has not changed.

If logging into the single signon (Bottom left of the Home Page) you can use an existing userid of volunteer. Or, feel free to register and create your own userid and password.
This will provide you with the added benefit of being able to have your password emailed directly back to you, in case you forget it.

We hope you enjoy the upgraded site.
Feel free to send any feedback (good or bad) to our webmaster, the stinkycheeseman, by email at webmaster@sugarbears.org. Or provide your feedback within the on-line poll.

A public thank you and shout out to our Sugarbears' Secretary, Terrie Madler, who recently took the time to train up and learn some of the new Admin functions of our updated site.

Go Sugarbears!

Central Park Indoor Pool - Grand Opening!

2009-12-15T09:57:00.000-08:00

Saturday, January 9th, 2010 from 11:00am - 3:00pm.

Free day of recreational swimming!!

Click here for the flyer provided by the City of Roseville.

RSB Board Meeting and Officers Update

2009-11-09T12:37:00.001-08:00

A reminder that tomorrow night, Tuesday November 10th at 6:30PM is our next Roseville Sugarbears Board Meeting.

Swim parents of the Roseville Sugarbears are welcome and encouraged to attend.
We are a volunteer support organization and can always use additional help and ideas during our off-season planning and coordination.

Location for the meeting is the Club Cruise Office on 2999 Douglas Blvd.
Douglas Corporate Ct. 3rd Floor Conference Room.

At our last meeting, we had some great progress on establishing some of the new officers for 2010.

Renee Ostrander was nominated, voted and approved on being our new President!
Congratulation Renee!!

In addition, Tom Busch was elected as our new Treasurer, as well as Terrie Madler as Secretary.

With the confirmed return of Vina Busch and Lori Bardini on Boutique, Jennifer Hustead as our League Rep, Kris Brown and Courtney Schrader on Socials, Chuck Knabe as Ways & Means, Jef Huber as Outgoing President and Michael Taylor as Website Administrator, we are off to a very strong start.

Correen Schuller did a fantastic job last year as our VP and Volunteer Coordinator.
But, Correen has yet to confirm (or deny) her return. In 2010 we would like to officially separate out and add a Volunteer Coordinator position, in addition to the VP position.

Shelly Young has volunteered to assist as a new Registrar position in 2010, which is greatly appreciated.

The following key positions are still available.

- Vice President
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Equipment Manager
- Meet Manager Input Operator (to relieve some of our Computer Ops efforts)
- Website Editor (After our site is converted over to a Content Management System - Joomla.org)

If any of these positions interest you, or you would like to get more information, feel free to come to tomorrow night's meeting. Or, contact any one of our board members by phone and/or email.
Their contact details are on our Sugarbears website.

GO SUGARBEARS!!!

Central Park Indoor Pool

2009-10-15T06:55:00.000-07:00

Central Park Indoor Pool is opening on Sunday, November 1st.
Here is some interesting info:

• They are now reserving birthday/swim parties (call 774-5957).
• The pool offers year-round swim lessons, lap swim, & water fitness as well as land fitness programs.
• Bring the family for recreational swim on Fridays 3:30-6pm and Saturdays/Sundays 1-4pm.
• Family & individual memberships are available at introductory prices.
• The state of the art facility includes a retractable roof and solar thermal heating.
• The pools include an 8 lane, 25 meter pool as well as a 1500 square feet warm water teaching pool.
• Construction pictures are available on the website (the pool even has water in it).
• You are invited to a free preview day on Saturday, October 31 from 11am-3pm
(Click here for the flyer).

A grand opening celebration will be held at a later date.

Sugarbears realigned within NorCal

2009-09-30T12:20:00.000-07:00

Last year the Roseville Sugarbears joined the Northern California Swim League.
Our team was initially placed within the Gold Rush Conference.

At last week's NorCal meeting, it was presented, voted on and approved for the Roseville Sugarbears to be realigned into the Eureka Conference of NorCal.

Teams the Sugarbears will be swimming against next year (2010) are the following:

Del Norte
Fulton El Camino (FEC)
Fair Oaks
Sunrise
West Sacramento

Del Norte swim team is new to NorCal and located in Sacramento near Watt and Marconi.

FEC has the same suit design as us, so that should be an interesting meet, trying to figure out our swimmers. ;-)

FYI. Our 2009 Evalutions have been added to our Sugarbears website.
Look for the link entitled Evaluations on the left side menu, under the topic of Team.

Go Sugarbears!

Jessica Ferguson laps life's challenges

2009-09-16T09:08:00.000-07:00

A recent article on Jessica Ferguson appeared in the Loomis and Auburn Newspaper.
A very inspirational story. Never give up on your hopes and dreams, as a swimmer or parent.
Click here to access and read the article.

Jessica is a cousin of former Sugarbear Swimmer, Coach and VFCAL rep, Megan Henry.
Jessica's Mom, Cheryl Ferguson, is a former Sugarbear, Oakmont graduate and a recipient of our Paul Clotfelter Memorial Award in 1977.

Jessica attended tryouts for the Sugarbears at age 4, but waited a year before starting recreational swimming. The following year is when the Woodcreek Seawolves, an extension to our Sugarbear family, were formed, so she started swimming at Woodcreek and later with CCA.

We wish Jessica continued success and health. Our blessings to their entire family.

Sugarbears Board Meeting

2009-09-13T09:22:00.000-07:00

Note that our first Sugarbears Board meeting for our 2010 season will be this Tuesday night.

Sugarbears Board Meeting, Tuesday, September 15th at 6:45pm until 8:15pm

Location: Club Cruse office on 2999 Douglas Blvd

Douglas Corporate Ct. 3d Floor Conference Room

Late Arrivals Call Up For Door Service 749-9370

Open Forum Agenda and Open Discussion

Please feel welcomed to come and get involved during our off-season planning.

An excellent opportunity to become more involved.

While there are no guarantees, parents who become involved in their swimmer's swim team typically enjoy the sport more and develop into better swimmers.

We will be reviewing the survey feedback from our 2009 season and look to sharpen our axe for 2010.

Our survey results will be posted on-line sometime shortly after our board meeting.

There are Open Board and Chair positions for 2010.

If you cannot make this Tuesday night's meeting, but have a particular position you are interested in, please contact a board member. Their contact details can be found on our website.

Go Sugarbears!

Roseville Swim Clinics

2009-09-02T16:06:00.001-07:00

Become part of Roseville aquatic history and enjoy one of the first swim clinics being offered within the new Central Park Indoor Pool during this off-season!

Nice!

Saturday clinics for various age groups (7-18), with each Saturday devoted to a particular stroke.

Click here for the flyer for additional details!

For additional information or to register, contact the Roseville Sports Center at 774-5990.

2009 Roseville Sugarbears Season Evaluation

2009-07-29T13:51:00.000-07:00

The Sugarbears hope you and your family had an enjoyable experience this summer.
For some final housekeeping on this season, please take a minute to fill out a season evaulation. Your feedback is very important to our board, coaches and City of Roseville Parks and Rec department.
You have your choice of filling out our survey online, or printing out a document which can be filled out and sent into the city. Your choice on which ever way you prefer.
Either method will also put your name in (if provided) for a drawing for a FREE 2010 swimmer registration fee.
Evaluation responses will be summarized and posted shortly after September 1st.

We value your feedback and strongly encourage you to fill out a survey.
Surveys need to be submitted or returned by August 31st, 2009 to be eligible for the 2010 Registration drawing.
Thank you!

Mardi Gras Theme and NorCal Champs Info

2009-07-15T10:50:00.000-07:00

Sugarbears posted over 200 new personal bests at last Saturday's meet, proving "There is no Place like Home". Great Job! Our meet result and related reports are available on-line.

This Saturday against the Davis AquaMonsters perhaps cannot be considered the Big Easy, but it is our Mardi Gras theme celebration at our final home meet of the seaon. Look for some beads and masks to be distributed out to our swimmers. Feel free to come additionally prepared with some face painting, or by sporting a festive hat.

Sugarbears are clearly gaining momentum as we approach our first NorCal League Championship meet within the Gold Rush Conference. Championship meet is Saturday and Sunday (July 25th and 26th) in Davis. Our Sugarbear website has additional information posted concerning rules, order of events, etc. Some key things to be aware of from the information.

Parking at Davis costs $6 and it is recommended to bring exact change to help speed up the process. Also, please be aware of the following rules:

No Dogs
No Smoking
No Alcohol
No Tarps on Grass
No Stakes
No Glass
No Strollers on Pool Deck

Please note that the facility at Davis have excellent stands and that champs will be ran as a Closed Deck. You must have a deck pass to be allowed on the deck. One more excellent reason to sign up as a volunteer. Besides timing, shifts include Deck Patrol. Our on-line volunteer system has been updated and configured with the available shifts needed for Champs. Volunteer on-line or manually on our pool deck with a Sign Up Sheet.

Note that Deck Patrol is a new task type, so if you are interested in volunteering on-line, please first use the Edit Volunteer to mark this as a task you are willing to perform, prior to assigning yourself to a particular shift.

Roseville Sugarbears are in charge of the volunteer Signups for Champs. Jennifer Hustead is our League Representative and Coordinator. Please provide Jennifer with your support.

Thank you!

Pirate Theme Tent Decorating Contest & Recycling Thank you!

2009-07-07T09:16:00.000-07:00

Hi Sugarbear Families,

We wanted to let you know that the theme for this Saturday's meet will be "Pirates".

The meet is happening on 7/11/09 at our very own Oakmont Pool. All family tents & team tents are encouraged to participate by decorating according to the pirate theme. The more tents that are decorated, the more team spirit we show! One winner will be chosen.

Along the same lines, be sure to dress the part by wearing your pirate gear... eye patches, jewels, vests, etc. We just ask that our maties leave their toy swords at home. On this Friday, 7/10/09, as part of Fun Fridays we will be passing out pirate tattoos. Be sure to get your tattoo at practice and wear it to the meet.

Thank you to all Sugarbears for using Recycling Bins at the pool. They are filling up thanks to you. We have heard that some kids are in charge of bringing their family's recyclables to the pool, so we are getting bagfuls...a great way to involve the kids in this community service/team fundraiser. It is perfectly fine to drop bags off & we''ll be sure to turn them in. Keep up the great work!!

Go Sugarbears!

Kris & Courtney

Social Co-Chairs

Your Ticket to Summer

2009-06-29T13:42:00.000-07:00

$10 Summer Youth Bus Pass Buys unlimited Transit Rides!

Summer Youth Bus Passes are available to kids in elementary grades through high school for unlimited rides June 1st to August 31st on Roseville Transit and other agencies in south Placer County.

This enables Sugarbears to get to fun places like local swimming pools, theaters, bowling alleys, parks, camps, activities, summer school and jobs. Roseville Transit also serves Golfland, SunSplash, Mahany Park and Roseville Aquatics Complex, and the Westfield Galleria.

Passes can be purchased at the alternative Transportation office, Maidu Community Center and Roseville Sports Center.

Click here for details and FAQs.

Take One For the Team!

2009-06-22T16:07:00.001-07:00

Exclusive fundraising opportunity for the Roseville Sugarbears from jen doan photography
You should have received a postcard in your family folders for details.

Click here for an on-line version of the postcard.

Thank you for your consideration!

Note we are still waiting for the data from this past weekend, in order to post our results on-line.
Sorry for the delay.

Swim-a-thon!

2009-06-16T12:03:00.001-07:00

Hey there Sugarbears:

The swim-a-thon is in one week on June 24th at morning practice. How many pledges do you have? The team goal is $8,500. If each swimmer collects 50.00 which is around 10 pledges we will make our goal. This is the major fundraiser for the team. If we make our team goal the team will have the opportunity to throw water balloons at the coaches at Pre-Champs Party Thurs, July 23rd. FUN! See the prize sheet for the fun prizes.

Why do we have a swim-a-thon? It is a great endurance exercise for the swimmers as it teaches your body to use oxygen more effectively and therefore swim faster. It is also our biggest fundraiser for this summer so we need everyone to participate and help support our team. It will be held on Wednesday, June 24th and envelopes should be turned in by Wednesday, July 1st.

What if swimmer cannot attend the Swim-A-Thon? Swimmers are still encouraged to participate by collecting pledges and winning prizes. Just collect flat donations instead of per lap donations. Remember we can only meet our team goal with all our swimmers participating and helping out.

What is a swim-a-thon? The swim-a-thon is a fundraiser where swimmers ask for sponsors to donate money to them. Each swimmer will swim continuous laps (as many as they can in the allotted time) and then collect the money from their sponsors. The swim-a-thon is held during normal swim practice times. Swim-a-thon donation sheets will be provided in the family folders. You can get more forms and information go to:
http://www.sugarbears.org/swimathon.htm

Who do I ask for pledges? Ask your friends, family members, neighbors, relatives, parent’s co-workers, and anyone else you might know to sponsor you.

What is the day of the Swim-A-Thon like? The swimmers will be swimming, with volunteers counting the laps. After there will be goodies to reward the swimmers.

What other parent help is needed? We will need lap counters, and people to bring and serve treats on the day of the event. We will have a sign up sheet for people to bring treats and count laps. For forms, envelopes, prizes go to http://www.sugarbears.org/swimathon.htm

Who can I contact if I need help or have more questions?
Please contact either Jenifer Cox 780-5433 nate_jenabc@yahoo.com or Megan Hoppes 773-9608 mlhoppes@comcast.net

Thank you!

Rocklin Meet Results Available. Attention Photographers!

2009-06-14T21:40:00.000-07:00

Our meet results and corresponding reports from our Meet with Rocklin are now available on-line. We apologize for the delay. For the record, our Head ComputerOps, Mike Hynes, has provided the reports in a very timely matter for the past two weeks. It is our Stinky Cheeseman who has been on vacation and slow to posting. Now that the Cheeseman has returned, future posts should occur more quickly. Thank you for your patience.

Attention Photographers
We have seen many photo enthusiast snapping pictures at meets and special Sugarbear events and we would like you to consider contributing your pictures for review and possible selection into the end-of-year slide show. Here are the general guidelines and how-to in submitting your work.
Submit original photos-- let our experts crop, color correct, and sharpen!
CDs drop-point-- Drop CDs of your pictures in Paige Thomas' box and she will get them to our slide show leader. Put your name and phone number on the CD so we can acknowledge your work.
Be Surprised!-- Not every photo will be chosen, but you may enjoy seeing some of your work show up on the big-screen!
Don't Delay-- Each week, after shooting your favorite Sugarbears, go ahead and drop that CD off. It will allow our volunteers to sort through the hundreds of photos weekly, rather than all at once.
Thank You!-- Our volunteers do a great job, but they can't be everywhere. Your photos will help make the slide show memorable and fun!

A special note to families of Senior swimmers:
We include a special segment in the slide show showcasing our graduating seniors. Please provide between 8 to 12 pictures of your Senior ranging in age from birth to current age. It is usually a good idea to have a good spread. Something like new born, two years, 7 years, 10 years, 13 years, etc.. The Senior picture (if possible) should be your school Senior picture. But also include your last Sugarbear picture. Please put the photos in an envelope with your son or daughter’s name clearly marked on it give it to David. We will take good care of your photos and return them to you as soon as they are scanned into the computer.

Important: Seniors - If your pictures include multiple people in the shot.. Please, tell me which one is you by writing it on a sticky and placing it on the back of the picture.

Thank you for your help in making this season’s slide show a memorable one!

David Thomas

david.d.thomas@gmail.com

Sugarbear Team Social at Sky Zone!

2009-06-12T16:14:00.000-07:00

This Monday, 6/15/09, is our team social. In past years, we have had several parties divided by age group, but this year we are simplifying. There will be one social at one location on 6/15/09 & it will be divided into two age groups.

The 10 & under swimmers will participate from 7-8pm. The 11 & up swimmers will participate from 8-9pm.

We will be meeting at SKY ZONE in Rocklin at 1091 Tinker Road, phone number: 644-9966.

There is swim practice on Monday. The social is in the evening and does not conflict with morning practice.

The Sugarbears are taking over SKY ZONE for our own private party. The team is paying for each swimmer to use the facilitywhich includes a 3-D Dodgeball court & a main court comprised of wall-to-wall trampolines. There will be food available for purchase. We also have two partyrooms for parents & non-jumpers to enjoy.

This is a great opportunity for families to socialize & for swimmers to have a great time. If you haven't already signed up at the pool deck, please email Kris Brown atbrown1642@yahoo.com as soon as possible if you plan to come.

We will try to accommodate siblings on a first come, first serve basis. Due to safety issues, we are limited to 100 participants per hour & priority is given to swimmers.

Come as early as 1/2 before your jump session (ie. 6:30 & 7:30pm) to check in.

BRING SOCKS & wear casual clothes. Any participant under the age of 18 must have a waiver form signed by a parent or legal guardian.

If you have anyquestions, contact Kris Brown or visit http://www.skyzonesports.com/

See you at SKY ZONE!!!

Sugarbears Family Participation Practice

2009-06-02T13:33:00.000-07:00

Come one, come all to the Sugarbears Family Participation Practice. But, don't let the name mislead you. This evening will not be your typical practice. Parents are strongly encouraged to enter a race (sign up sheets available the night of the event) so that your kids & everyone at the pool can witness your swim skills (or lack thereof :). What does the evening hold in store......food, swimming, ping-pong, relays & tons of fun. The team is firing up the BBQ to feed you some delicious grub. All you need to bring is a potluck item to share:

A-H: Dessert

I-R: Soft Drinks, Capri Suns, Bottled Water

S-Z: Salad or Appetizer

WHEN: Thursday, June 4th

TIME: 6-8pm

WHERE: Oakmont Pool Deck

RSVP: sign-up sheet by family folders

Team Picture Day Info - June 6th

2009-05-29T15:27:00.000-07:00

Prior to start of Time Trials next Saturday June 6th, Spectrum Photography will be at the pool to take individual, siblings and our Sugarbear Team picture. Picture taking will start promptly at 7:30am and will be on a first come, first serve basis. All individual pictures and our team picture will be completed by 8:30am. We will start Time Trials promptly after final pictures have been taken.

Picture ordering packets will be in family envelopes by Monday June 2nd. Payment is due on picture day; CASH OR CHECKS ONLY. Pictures typically are ready within 10 days and will be placed in family envelopes. Any questions? Feel free to contact Carmen Morel @ 662-4300.

PS Be sure and considering order ‘swim buttons’ that you can wear on your shirt, hat, swim tote bag. Every year, we hear parents comment on how much they like this ‘bling’. It goes with anything. ;-)

Bears prepare for Twilight Meet up with Wolves

2009-05-26T16:05:00.001-07:00

This Saturday, May 30th, is our Twilight Practice Meet with the Woodcreek Seawolves.

The meet is at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (RAC).

Checkins are at 1:30. The meet is expected to start at 3pm.

If it goes as late as 9pm, we will stop, no matter where we are in the meet.

Since no one wants to be left in the dark with Bears and Wolves, Oh My!

Please note that we have several Team Parent volunteer positions which still need to be filled.
Your help is needed and greatly appreciated.

Go Sugarbears!

SWIM BUDDY NIGHT, Wednesday May 20th @ 5:45

2009-05-15T11:48:00.000-07:00

SWIM BUDDY NIGHT

WHAT: every swimmer will be assigned a "swim buddy"
WHERE: Oakmont Pool
WHEN: Wednesday, May 20th, 5:45pm
WHY: fun, food & games

This is a family event, so bring a picnic dinner & blanket. We will supply ice cream sundaes.

TEST QUESTION: What does a swim buddy do?
a. give hugs & high fives
b. provide encouragement in the form of "Way to Go!" and "Keep up the Great Work!"
c. give little gifts (i.e. candy, water balloons, squirt gun, etc.)
d. leave notes in the family folder
e. all of the above

CORRECT ANSWER:
e. swim buddies support and help each other in many ways during swim season (be creative!)

Now Back to our Regular Scheduled Program

2009-05-11T08:41:00.000-07:00

Hope and trust everyone had a Happy Mother's Day!

A quick reminder that today we switch back to our normal and original afternoon scheduled program times.

May 11 - June 11

6&U/7-8: 5:45-6:30 PM

9-12: 6:30-7:30 PM
13-18: 4:30-5:45 PM

We also have a Sugarbears Board meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) evening starting at 6:30pm on the pooldeck at Oakmont, if anyone cares to join. We are an open group of dedicated, volunteer swim parents who welcomes any additional participation and support.

Birth Certificates and Stimulus Package

2009-05-06T10:13:00.000-07:00

Thank you to everyone who attended our Parent Kickoff Meeting last night.

We had an excellent turnout and we appreciate everyone taking the time to attend!
Thank you!

FYI. For those who have yet to prove their swimmer's age with a birth certificate, the certificate(s) can be brought to the Roseville Sports Center (1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd) or faxed to 774-5999 to the attention of Kate Rebello.

Providing a copy of a Birth Certificate is required this year.
So, even if you are a returning Sugarbear, this is required and needs to be done before our first dual meet (June 13th).

Another friendly reminder that NorCal swim shop will be on our pooldeck today and Friday for fittings and ordering of this year's new swim suit. NorCal will be on the pool deck from 5-6:30pm.
Important to order your swim suit before the end of this Friday in order to receive your suit in time for our Time Trials/Picture Day.

As mentioned last night, we currently have around 180 swimmers, with the hope of having a few more teens join our team. To help entice 15-18s to swim for the Sugarbears the City of Roseville has come up with the following stimulus package. If they are interested in swimming, starting June 1, the fees would be $135 resident and $145 non-resident.

Go Sugarbears!

Parent Kickoff Meeting this Tuesday, May 5th

2009-05-03T20:41:00.000-07:00

A reminder that this Tuesday, May 5th at 6:30pm is our Parent Kick off Meeting.
Meeting is being held at Maidu Community Center.

This is an important meeting for both new and returning swim parents to attend.
With the Sugarbears changing to NorCal, there will be some very important information and changes shared. We will also have a little bit of a Cinco de Mayo celebration, including some virgin margaritas. Attendees will also receive their annual Sugarbear magnet calendar.

There will be no swim practice on Tuesday.

NorCal swim shop will be on our pool decks Wednesday, May 6th and Friday May 8th for swim suit fittings and ordering (5-6:30pm). Or, you can directly visit NorCal swim shop on Sunrise Blvd (near Douglas) to order your swim suit.

Ordering your swim suit before the end of this Friday, May 8th is important, to ensure your swimmer(s) receive their swim suit before our Time Trials/Picture Day.

Go Sugarbears!!!

First Practice this Monday. Practice Time Change!

2009-04-24T13:56:00.000-07:00

Our first practice for the 2009 swim season is this Monday, April 27th!

Please note there is a change in practice times for Sugarbears for the first two weeks (April 27th thru May 8th) due to Oakmont HS swimming and diving:

13-18 Practice: 4:00-5:00pm

9-12 Practice: 5:00-6:00pm

8 & under Practice: 6:00-6:30pm

Also, if you plan to attend our Roseville Aqautics Gala Event next Friday (May 1st), if you could please purchase your ticket(s) by the end of this Monday (either on-line or on the pooldeck) it would be greatly appreciated.

We need to provide Back Forty BBQ a final count 4 days before the event.

Tickets can be purchased on-line at rage2009.eventbrite.com

We plan to keep some additional tickets available for those who may decide to join late.

But, a more accurate count on Monday ensures your spot and gives us more flexibility.

Thank you.

Former Sugarbear, Ryan Cornilsen, a National Champion!

2009-03-31T08:39:00.000-07:00

Former Sugarbear, Ryan Cornilsen, is a National Champion and is now a professional downhill mountain bike racer! Ryan took first last year in Semi Pro and now holds the Red White and Blue Jersey!

Ryan was recently seen at The Hub Bicycles Shop in Roseville making some fine adjustments to his new Cannondale bike.

Congratulations to Ryan and his family.

As a Sugarbear family we are very proud of your accomplishments!

Also a Thank You and ShoutOut to The Hub Bicycle Shop for their recent Cornerstone Sponsorship of the Sugarbears!

The Legacy Continues... Go Sugarbears!

Final Call for RAGE Sponsors and Donation Items!

2009-03-30T09:23:00.001-07:00

Our deadline for RAGE Sponsors and Donations is approaching.

This Friday, April 3rd!

Do you know a business that may be interested in donating an item/service or being a Sugarbear Sponsor this year? Please appoach ASAP, since they can get their business advertized and recognized within our Roseville Aquatics Gala Event (RAGE) catalog program and overhead slides as an added bonus for signing up before the deadline!

There are many benefits for being a Sugarbear sponsor.
Please look over the many different levels and corresponding benefits at www.sugarbears.org/sponsors.htm

There is a link to our sponsor agreement form at the bottom of the webpage.

Do you have a special talent, skill or service you can donate towards our auction?
Almost everyone does. So, please fill out an auction aquisition form and turn it in.
Your help is greatly appreciated.

Go Sugarbears!

Girls Workout Speedo Swimsuits Now Only $12.99

2009-03-23T14:46:00.000-07:00

Ahoy Sugarbear Swim Team,

WOW! Swim practices start next month!
Just a shopping note to save you all some money as you gear up for the pool.
Girls Speedo Workout Swimsuits Sizes 4-14 Now Available for Sale at Costco for Only $12.99.

GREAT DEAL!! Limited Time and Quantities.
Costco inventory goes fast and they maybe all be gone by season start.
They currently have suits in our team colors and others which all look great for team practices.
Just called Costco store in Roseville and they said they will have over 500 suits in today. Saturday's stock was down to just about 40 suits to choose from so please keep that in mind.

Hope you all come back and we see you all soon!

Jef Huber
Sugarbears President

Returning Sugarbears Registration Deadline Approaching

2009-03-23T14:27:00.000-07:00

A friendly reminder that the deadline for returning Sugarbears registration is approaching.
Deadline is this Friday, March 27th.

If you swam last summer as a Sugarbear and plan to return this summer, but don't register before this Friday, your spot will not be reserved or guaranteed. You will be required to attend tryouts on Saturday April 18th or Tuesday April 21st.

If you did not receive your returning registration packet in the mail or have any questions please contact the City of Roseville at 774-5990.

Go Sugarbears!!

Roseville Aquatics Gala Event (RAGE)

2009-02-27T15:30:00.001-08:00

Our 2nd Annual Event!

Major social event and fundraiser for Roseville Aquatic Teams Booster Club (Sugarbears/Seawolves/Aquabunnies)

Friday, May 1st 2009 at Maidu Community Center

Price is only $20/ticket which includes dinner, dessert, dancing, slide show, raffle and auction.

Dinner is an ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Texas Style BBQ!

Sliced Beef
BBQ Chicken
Tossed Green Salad
Fresh Corn Cobettes
BBQ Beans
Dessert

No host bar featuring the exclusive and amazing Beverage Robotic Invention!

Our website contains an Auction Letter, Auction Acquisition Form and Sponsor Agreement Form, if anyone knows of a business that would be willing to donate an item/service or be a sponsor. Your help and support is greatly appreciated.

Visit RAGE2009.eventbrite.com to purchase your tix on-line.

Thank you for your support!

Returning Sugarbears Registration Packets mailed out

2009-02-12T09:45:00.000-08:00

The Registration Packets for returning Sugarbears have been mailed out this week by the City of Roseville.

If you don't receive your packet by the end of this month (February), or have any questions please contact the City of Roseville at 774-5990.

The packet includes the exciting news that Coach Jordan, along with the rest of his coaching staff from the 2008 swim season, will be returning! The Roseville Sugarbears are also now a member of the Northern California Swim League.

Our website contains additional FAQs concerning our move to the Northern California Swim League.

Please note that all registration forms for a returning Sugarbear need to be submitted by March 27th, otherwise the swimmer will need to attend tryouts and is not be guaranteed a spot on the team.

Go Sugarbears!

2009 Tryout Handbook available on-line

2009-02-03T14:29:00.000-08:00

The City of Roseville has released the 2009 Tryout Handbook. It is now available on-line on our sugarbear website (www.sugarbears.org). If you have a friend or neighbor who is interested in joining the team this year, be sure and share the information with them.

Tryouts will be Saturday April 18th and Tuesday April 21st at Oakmont Community Pool.
There will also be a New Parent Registration Meeting after Tryouts on Wednesday, April 22nd 7pm at Maidu Community Center.

Registration packets for our returning Sugarbears is expected to be mailed out soon.

Please mark your calendar for our Parent Kickof Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 5th.
There will be many changes this year, so it is important that new and seasoned Sugarbear parents attend this year's Parent Kickoff Meeting.

Signups for the upcoming Spring Swim Clinics with the City of Roseville have been popular this year, but there is still room. If interested, look for additional details on our Sugarbear website.

Go Sugarbears!

Catch some Division I swimming and Sugarbear Coach Mary Tess, in action, as a Bulldog

2009-01-06T11:42:00.000-08:00

This Saturday, January 10th, the Fresno State Women's Swim Team will be competing against the UC Davis Aggies and WAC Powerhouse San Jose State at UC Davis.

The meet starts at 1pm at the Schaal Aquatic Center.

Look for the red balloons in the adjacent visitor parking lot #56 at noon if you want to join some pre-tailgating action for the Bulldogs.

Click here for a map and directions.

Hope to see you there!

Season's Greeting! 2009 Swim Meet Schedule available

2008-12-20T08:01:00.000-08:00

Season's Greetings!
The Roseville Sugarbears wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Our 2009 Swim Meet schedule has been posted and is now available on our website.

This should be a very fun and exciting year, as the Sugarbears move into a new era, joining the NorCal league! A list of FAQs concerning this change is available on our website. Sugarbears have been officially voted into NorCal, joining the Gold Rush Conference. Other teams within the Gold Rush Conference this year are the Rocklin Wave, Davis AquaMonsters, Gold River Stingrays and Laguna Creek Gators.

Go Sugarbears!

Opportunity for Q&A session with Michael Phelps in person!

2008-12-12T09:23:00.001-08:00

Michael Phelps will be at the Kings game on December 28th! Click here for the event flyer.

This is a VERY exclusive event and opportunity.

Seating is limited being that it is such a popular game, so if you want to go, you will need to call to sign up ASAP.

Those signed up will be invited to an exclusive Question and Answer session with Michael Phelps HIMSELF!!!!

When you make contact to signup, be sure and let them know that you are part of the Roseville Sports Center Swim Leagues.

Our contact representative for this event from Maloof Sports Entertainment is Genevie Roman at (916) 928-8153 OR groman@arcoarena.com

Roseville Spring Swim Clinics!

2008-12-05T11:31:00.000-08:00

Spring into action before our summer swim season!

Roseville Spring Swim Clinics

All clinics will focus on proper stroke mechanics, starts, turns, race strategy and conditioning. In March, focus will be solely on stroke improvement, refinement and efficiency. These principles will be continued through out April in addition to sprint training and conditioning. Coaches will assess swimmers the first week and move them in to the appropriate practice group. Fee adjustments will be made if necessary.

Days: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday

Location: Roseville Aquatics Complex

March 2-April 23

No Clinic on March 5, or April 6-10 (Spring Break)

Bronze I Group- Beginner Clinic

Ages: 5-7

Prerequisite: At least one summer on any swim team, or pre-competitve team. Safe in the water, and able to swim 25 yards continuously.

Time: 4:30-5:00pm

Fee: $85.00

Bronze II Group-Novice Clinic

Ages 7-9

Prerequisite: One summer on any swim team. Knowledge of, and ability to swim all four competitive strokes.

Time: 5:00-5:45pm

Fee: $90.00

Silver Group-Intermediate Clinic

Ages: 8-12

Prerequisite: At least one summer on any swim team (two preferred). Legal and proficient in all four competitive strokes. Knowledge of proper starts and turns.

Time: 5:45-6:30pm

Fee: $90.00

Gold Group-Advanced Clinic

Ages: 9 and up

Prerequisite: Minimum of 3 years on a competitive swim team, or recommendation from coach. Good stroke technique, starts, and turns.

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Fee: $105.00

For more information please call the Roseville Sports Center at 774-5990. To register go to www.rosevilleparks. com . Registration will begin on Monday, December 8th. Know someone who is interested in trying out? Tell them about our Pre-Competitive Swim Clinic.

Pre-Competitive Swim Clinic

Prerequisites: Able to swim 25 yards unassisted, or has passed the Otter or Marlin swim class. Has an interest in trying out for a competitive swim team.

Day: WednesdaysLocation: RAC

Fee: $65.00

Ages 8 & under

Time: 5:30-6:30pm

Ages 9 and up

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Swim team tryouts are slated for Saturday April 18th and Tuesday April 21st.

Swim Season starts April 27th!!!!!!

Our annual Roseville Aquatics Gala Event (RAGE) will be Friday, May 1st.

Keith Flodin

2008-11-30T07:07:00.000-08:00

Our Sugarbear family is deeply saddened to receive the news that Keith Flodin passed away from a heart attack last Tuesday, November 25th.

Many of us recall Keith's gentle kindness and dedication as a swim parent and stroke and turn judge.

Keith's sons, Michael and Matt, were Sugarbears for several years.

A veiwing will be held December 1 from 4-6p.m. at Hillcrest Alliance Church 911 Hillcrest Avenue in Roseville. Funeral Service will be held December 2 at Bayside Church at 2 p.m.

Our thoughts and prayers extend to Rose, Michael, Matt and the entire Flodin family.

The Path To Division I Swimming

2008-11-12T15:26:00.001-08:00

Nice feature article on long-time Sugarbear and coach Mary Tess Taylor was released today on www.gobulldogs.com. Here is a link to the article: The Path To Division I Swimming

Mary Tess has been highlighted on the radio and in several articles including Fresno's Swimming and Diving Preview.

However, this most recent article makes several references to the Roseville Sugarbears and the role the team played in her development.

Podcast #38: Effective Parenting for Today's Teens

2008-11-04T13:23:00.000-08:00

Recorded presentation by Erin Santana and Christy Crandall from Parent Project and Full Circle Treatment Center. A quick primer in hyperspeed on Effective Parenting for Today's Teens. Practical advice for our Sugarbear parents.

Click here to listen to the podcast. The podcast is 19MB in size and 20 minutes in length. A broadband internet connection is recommended. A longer, full version (40 minutes long) of this presentation which provides additional details and more backup example can be found at www.doparentsclub.org

Winter/Spring Water Polo programs

2008-10-20T11:26:00.001-07:00

USA Water Polo is being offered this winter and spring in our area for Boys and Girls in grades 4th through 12th. Practice sites include Del Oro High School, Jesuit High School and Sierra College.

Click here for a flier for details.

If you have any questions please contact Bruce Hastie at hastieb@comcast.net

Also, a summer program will begin in late May and continues through late July.

If interested, check the Sac Polo website www.sacpolo.com for information regarding summer program, Junior Olympics and a 2009 trip to Hungary.

Kids Health and Fitness Expo is this weekend!

2008-09-23T20:25:00.000-07:00

Click on the image above, or here for the additional information.

Car Wash to help support Cecilia Bustamante and her family

2008-09-12T15:39:00.000-07:00

As many of you know, Roseville Sugarbear Cecilia Bustamante was unable to swim this past summer. She has been in and out of the hospital for the past year battling Crohn's Disease. Cecilia's sister, Catie, swam as a Sugarbear this past summer and the family was awarded the Paul Clotfelter Memorial Award for their courage and resilience. The Bustamante's have been an active and supportive Sugarbear family, but this past summer (and entire year) has been of extreme hardship.

The community is holding a benefit Car Wash to help support the Bustamante Family.

Click here to view the flyer for the event in word or PDF format.

Your help and support would be greatly appreciated.

The car wash is Saturday, September 27th at Oakmont High School from 8am -3pm.
FOR PRESALE TICKETS please call LOUISE HICKMAN at 916-716-8907

2008 Year End Survey Results

2008-09-10T07:40:00.000-07:00

Our Year End Survey results for 2008 have been posted and now available on-line. Click here to access the evaluations.

Thank you for all of those that took the time to fill out the survey and providing us with your feedback.

It is also worthwhile this time of year to review our list of parent responsibilities for the Sugarbears, which describes the difference between Wishbones, Jawbones, Knucklebones and Backbones. Sugarbears have a long history and tradition of being a support organization with a high percentage of backbones.

Our Sugarbear website has been updated with the schedule of our board meetings, times and locations planned during the off-season. Please note that these meetings are open to all Sugarbear parents and we welcome your participation and impact. You can (and do) make a difference!

Reminders and Updates

2008-08-18T08:12:00.001-07:00

Hope you and your family have been entertained and inspired by the recent performances of Michael Phelps and his team mates in the Olympics!

Some quick reminders and updates for Sugarbears.

We have a season recap meeting with the City of Roseville this Thursday, August 21st, from 6-7pm in the Riley Library (next to the Sports Center). This will include an information session regarding our expected change to joining the NorCal league this year. Click here for a page of FAQs on the expected changes. Immediately following the meeting will be a Roseville Aquatic Teams Booster Club (RATBC) Meeting (from 7-8pm). If you plan to attend the meeting(s) please let our VFCAL rep Megan Henry MHenry@roseville.ca.us. Sugarbear parents are not required to attend, but we want to make you aware of the upcoming meetings in case you are interested in attending. Also, feel free to contact any one of our board members, if you have any additional questions or concerns that you want to have represented and not already voiced within our survey.

Have yet to fill out a survey?
Click here and take the 5-10 minutes to complete our Sugarbear Year End Evaluation Survey.
We have received 35 responses so far. A completed survey before September 1st puts your name in the hat for a drawing for a 2009 FREE registration fee.

A reminder that this coming Saturday, August 23rd beginning at 7:30pm is the annual Oakmont Alumni Water Polo game at Oakmont Community Pool. Great chance for a Sugarbear to see some exciting water polo played in live action.

For those following water polo in the Olympics, the U.S. Men's team upset Croatia and are playing today (August 18th) in the hunt for a medal, going up against Germany in the final day of the Men's Preliminary competition.
Click here for an article.

Go Sugarbears!
Go team USA!

Attention! Youth Water Polo League in Roseville!

2008-08-12T15:08:00.000-07:00

Want to stay in the water this Fall and try out the fun and exciting Olympic sport of water polo? The Fall Youth League is for boys and girls ages 5 to 14. No prior experience is necessary, though good swimming ability is a must. 5 to 7 year olds will play in the Noodle Ball group where they will be able to use a water noodle for bouyancy and support. 8-14 year olds will be grouped by age, ability and experience in practices and games.

There is a Free Introductory Clinic on Sunday, August 17 from 5:00 to 6:00pm at the Roseville Aquatics Center to get your feet wet and try things out.

The Fall Youth League will begin the week of August 25 with practices on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. There will be four "league" game dates through the end of the program on October 12.

This program is being organized and run by American River Water Polo Club, the largest and most successful youth water polo organization in the Sacramento area.

For more information and to REGISTER, go to www.arwpc.com. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Questions? Email arwaterpolo@yahoo.com or call (916) 752-0233.

Diving Camp

2008-08-09T07:45:00.000-07:00

Diving Coach Roland King previously coached for Northridge State's Division I Swimming and Diving Team. Now with Sierra College, Roland was recently named CCCAA's Coach of the year (2008).

Sierra College is now accepting registration for their Dive Camps:

Advanced Springboard Diving Lessons [1084]

Thursday, 5:45 PM - 7:30 PM;
Friday, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM;

Saturday, 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM;

Tuesday, 5:45 PM - 7:30 PM;

Wednesday, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM;

27 sessions starting September 11, 2008, ending October 17, 2008

Class cost $250

Instructor: Roland King

Location: Rocklin - Rocklin Campus - Sierra College

Intermediate Springboard Diving Lessons (Ages 7-22) [1083]

Friday, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM;

Monday, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM;

Wednesday, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM;

16 sessions starting September 12, 2008, ending October 17, 2008

Class cost $180

Instructor: Roland King

Location: Rocklin - Rocklin Campus - Sierra College

Springboard Diving Lessons [1072]

Saturday, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM;

Monday, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM;

10 sessions starting September 13, 2008, ending October 13, 2008

Class cost $160

Instructor: Roland King

Location: Rocklin - Rocklin Campus - Sierra College

You can register online at www.sccommed.org or simply call 916-781-0590.

Fall Swim Programs in our Area

2008-07-30T08:48:00.000-07:00

The Wolverine Aquatics Club (WAC) is a new USAS Swim team and is offering a Fall Swim Program that runs out of Sierra College from September 8 – November 25, 2008.
WAC website is hosted as part of www.AllAmericanSwimAcademy.com
Click here for a flyer for more info on their Fall program.
Note that space is limited and all participants must be evaluated prior to registering for the Fall Swim Session.
The evaluation dates are:

Tuesday, August 5 4:30-6:30 PM
Thursday, August 7 4:30-6:30 PM

California Capital Aquatics (CCA) is offering a Fall swim Program that runs out of the RAC from August 26 - November 23, 2008. CCA website is www.ccaswimming.org
Click here for more info on their Fall Program.

Other clubs that typically offer Fall programs is Johnson Ranch (www.johnsonranchbarracudas.com) and Placer Aquatics (www.placeraquaticsclub.org), but there does not appear to be information posted yet on their websites.

The Roseville Sugarbears and Woodcreek Seawolves stated their intentions last year on joining the NorCal league next summer (2009). The NorCal league rules for eligibility involving recreational swimmers participation with USAS and Club teams appear to be similar to VFCAL. The start date of the blackout period for participating with a USAS Team is February 1st.
Click here to view the full by-laws of NorCal.

For our swim families' convenience, here is the snippet from the NorCal rules (page 20) concerning swimmer's eligibility.

Section 11.03. Events Causing Ineligibility
(a) If, between the time period commencing on February 1 and continuing through the completion of all four conference championship meets, an individual:
(i.) Swims in any United States Swimming-sanctioned meet; or
(ii.) Participates in any stroke-and-turn clinic in February or which does not comply with Section 12.06; or
(iii.) Practices with, or competes for, any swimming team other than the swimmer's Team; then said individual shall be ineligible to register and participate (or continueparticipating, as the case may be) in the League swimming season occurring in said calendar year.
(b) For the period commencing February 1 and ending March 31 an individual shall be ineligible if that individual participates in any swim practice at the direction or supervision of any coach. For purposes of this section “direction” or “supervision” shall include anyoral or written directions given by a coach to a swimmer
(c) Sections 11.03(a) and (b) notwithstanding, an individual will remain eligible to participatein a League swimming season if the individual participates on any of the following teams atany time between February 1 and the end of the League's swimming season:
(i.) High school swimming teams;
(ii.) Intercollegiate (junior college, community college, college or university) swimmingteams;
(iii.) Water polo or synchronized swimming teams;
(iv.) Another Team of this League provided that either the individual’s participation islimited to attendance at stroke-and-turn clinics sponsored by said other memberTeams or the individual complies with Section 11.04 of these Bylaws;
(v.) A team which is a member of another recreational league, provided that said team hasnot practiced during the time period commencing on February 1 and running throughMarch 31, and further that the individual complies with Section 11.05 of theseBylaws.
(d) A participant who becomes ineligible after the League swimming season commences shall immediately cease participation in all League swimming meets remaining in the season. All points scored by the participant prior to the date of his ineligibility shall remain valid and in full force and effect. If a participant competes in a League meet while ineligible, all points scored by the participant and any relay of which the participant was a member shall be rendered null and void, and the participant shall be deemed disqualified from all said events.