Swim Team Friends,

We have had an amazing week at the pool, it’s been so fun seeing familiar faces and meeting new friends. These Barracudas are fierce and ready to take on any competitor this season. Tonight, is Family Fun Night at the pool, come have pizza with us from 4-7pm.

The time has come to register for your 4 swim team volunteer spots. Volunteer registration closes May 26th. We really need help in the bullpen, it is a fun way to get to know the kids.

So, here’s what you need to do:

1.Click on this link and you will see a list of volunteer opportunities available for the season along the right shown as "Job Signup." Click on the job signup for each event to see what’s available. We have volunteer positions meets, special events and more.

2.Prior to selecting volunteer spots, log into the team's website. Your name and contact details will automatically tag against those jobs that you sign up for. If you are signing up a spouse, please make sure you select the person's name that will actually fill the role. We make pre-printed name tags, and we need to get these names right. If you don't see a family member in the system, just add them to your profile in the system.

3.Meet declarations are also open. You can RSVP your swimmers for all meets and events at the same time you select your volunteer spots. Why not knock it all out at once?

Some FAQs:

Q: How many spots throughout the season do I have to sign up for?

A: It is mandatory that each family (not each parent) volunteer for 4 spots. If you can do more, we would be most grateful and we will put your name in for Swim Team Volunteer of the Season (yes, that’s actually a thing!). Grandparents, nannies, friends, aunts, uncles, etc. can help out too and that would count towards one of your spots.

Q: Can I see a description of the volunteer roles and what the requirements are?

A: Absolutely! Please click HERE to see a description of jobs.

Q: Why are some volunteer positions at meets split into two shifts?

A: Typically, there are 80 events per meet therefore first shift volunteers help during events 1-40 (approximately 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM) and second shift volunteers help during events 41-80 (approximately 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM). Shifts are divided evenly based on the number of individual events. We do our best to run meets efficiently and on schedule, we may have unforeseeable delays in which case the start time for your volunteer shift could be slightly modified.

Q: I signed up for a spot, but I don’t exactly know what I should be doing. Help!

A: We got you! Email instructions are sent out for each role before the meets, and we’ve got two Volunteer Chairs and two Team Reps that can help you and provide more details.

Q: What do I do when I arrive to volunteer at a meet?

A: Please arrive on time for your shift and let the volunteer chairperson know you're there and pick up your name tag. You'll be directed from there.

Q: I know I need to volunteer however my child won’t be swimming the entire season. What should I do?

A: Don’t worry. You’ll still be able to fill all 4 spots. We have volunteer spots for activities before meets, during meets and in-between meets.

Q: What if I sign up for something and then find out I can’t help?

A: As soon as you know about a change, update your volunteer sign-up on the website. This is the easiest way for the Volunteer Chairs to track coverage and identify gaps.

A huge thanks to YOU! It takes all of us working together to make our swim season OUTSTANDING! And May the Odds be Ever in your Favor!

Virginia Twynham and Laine Walker