West Howard Swim Team Blog

Divisionals Meet This Saturday and a Secret!

2011-07-29T10:26:00.000-07:00

July 30 – Division III Championships @South Carroll. Directions to Divisionals Meet. Theme: Cops n Robbers. Divisional Warm Ups begin at 8 a.m. exactly. Please have your swimmers at South Carroll between 7:30 – 7:45 a.m.

Do you have money for the gifts for the coaches OR the swim team reps? Give the $$ to Jill Berry at Divisionals. She will be at the meet through the relay events.

A huge congratulations to all swimmers who will swim at the Division III Championships! Go Wahoos!
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Sssshhhhh...It's a Secret!
Coach Justin and the Assistant and Junior Coaches have a secret up their sleeves! Can you keep a secret from your kids?!

Tonight the coaches will be delivering a super colorful and way cool sign for your Divisional Swimmer! Yes, that’s right Coach Michelle and Coach Rebecca, and a team of swim moms have created a large poster for each Divisional Swimmer!

Later tonight — after 9 p.m. when all of our swimmers are in bed getting a good night’s sleep before tomorrow’s Divisionals — the Wahoos coaching team will deliver a poster to your home for each of the Divisional Swimmers. As you leave your home tomorrow morning don’t forget to look for the poster AND bring the poster to the Divisionals Meet. We will hang all the posters on the fence when we arrive at South Carroll.

Please note: If you live on a private driveway or have a hard-to-find home, the coaches will place the sign in a prominent location. Look for it!

LAST CHANCE TO CONTRIBUTE TO GIFTS FOR COACHES!

2011-07-25T07:41:00.001-07:00

Last chances to contribute to the gifts for coaches!

I’ll be at the Novice Meet tonight collecting money. If you can't find me you can give the $$ to my husband, Jim Berry.
I’ll be at practice tomorrow morning collecting money.
You can give $$ to Lindsay Hough as well.

We will be giving the gifts to coaches at Wednesday’s nights End-of-Year Party. Thanks for a great season!

-- Jill Berry

West Howard Swim Team News July 23, 2011

2011-07-22T16:20:00.000-07:00

Practice Schedule for Next Week

Practice will be held next week for Straehle and Divisional swimmers only. Practice will be held every day.

All “early” swimmers should plan on practicing at 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. -- mostly 13 and over swimmers.
All other 8-U, 9-10, 11-12, etc. will practice from 9 a.m, to 10 a.m.

There will be no Wahoopalooza on Friday.

Novice, Straehle, and Divisionals

A huge congrats to all the Wahoos who will swim at the Straehle on Wednesday and the Divisionals on Saturday! The divisional line up will be complete and posted on Sunday on the West Howard Swim Club website.

Upcoming Meets

July 23 -- Last Home Meet v. South Carroll. 7:30 a.m. Warmups. We will celebrate our senior swimmers: Rebecca Kasda, Bryan Pelkey, and Michelle Skroupa. Theme: Farmers.

July 25 – Novice Meet @Wynnewood Pool. Warmups are at 4 p.m. Meet starts at 5 p.m. You can purchase a t-shirt at the meet. Theme: Rock n Roll. Directions to Novice Meet.

July 27 – Straehle Meet @Four Seasons Swim Club. $4/event. Give $ to Mary Pat Jordan by 7/23. T-shirts – Pre-order $13. Theme: Rock n Roll. Directions to Straehle Meet.

July 30 – Division III Championships @South Carroll. $4/event. Give $ to Kristie Baldwin. T-shirts – Pre-order $13. The top 4 swimmers in each race are eligible for Divisionalsa. Directions to Divisionals Meet. Theme: Cops n Robbers.

End-of-Year Party

July 27 – @ West Howard Swim Club. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. West Howard will provide hot dogs, hamburgers, and pulled pork sandwiches. A-J – bring a salad or side dish to feed 10. K-Z – bring a dessert. Swimmers will be honored at the party.

Coach Gifts -- At the end-of-the-year party, we will award gifts to Coach Justin and Assistant Coaches Matt, Rebecca, and Michelle. Suggested donation $10/family. Give $ to Jill Berry and Lindsay Hough.

Did you know that we have Junior Coaches this season? Eight of our 15-18 swimmers are volunteering their time this season. We welcome: Amanda, Meg, Ian, Amelia, Clay, Cassie, Bryan, and Katie!

For more swim team news, go to: http://www.WestHowardSwimClub.com or sign up to view photos from the swim season at http://westhowardswimteam2011.shutterfly.com/ (Please note the correction to the Shutterfly url.)

Best of luck to all swimmers! And, a huge thank you all parents who volunteered, contributed food and drinks, or provided support for your swimmers. We appreciate all you do to make the Wahoos the best it can be!

Thanks, Coach Justin for a great season of Wahoos swimming! Go Wahoos!

What's Up, Wahoos?

2011-07-22T07:40:00.000-07:00

A huge congrats to all the Wahoos who made it to the Straehle on Wednesday and Divisionals on Saturday!

The divisional line up will be complete and posted on Sunday on the West Howard Swim Club website.

Practice Next Week

Practice will be held next week for Straehle and Divisional swimmers only. Practice will be held every day.

All “early” swimmers should plan on practicing at 7:45am to 9:00am -- mostly 13 and over swimmers.

All other 8-U, 9-10, 11-12, etc. will practice from 9:00am to 10:00am.

There will be no Wahoopalooza on Friday.

Best of luck to all swimmers!

Wahoos Swam Hard

2011-07-17T19:58:00.000-07:00

The second to last meet of the season was glorious. Yes, the result was not what we had hoped. But the weather could not have been more perfect for swimming. Warm temperatures coupled with a refreshing breeze allowed swimmers to do their best.

Our swimmers worked hard from practice laps to dives off the starting blocks. Many earned points for the team. Many improved their times. Although the result was not what we wanted, all did their best.

A key change this season is team comraderie. Wahoo swimmers have always exhibited team spirit. You can't help, but notice the way that the kids parade in to the pool at home or away. Their cheers -- old and new -- show a group of swimmers who are working together as a team.

From the first swim meet our family participated in eight years ago, I still get fired up hearing the V-I-C-T-O-R-Y cheer. This season, under the helm of new Coach Justin Owens, the team now sing a Hawaiian-type cheer, in addition to the old cheer. The kids start chanting quietly from down on their knees. The volume increases as the swimmers rise to a standing position. I am proud of how our swimmers work together both in the pool and out.

One more regular season meet to go. Wahoos host South Carroll next Saturday. GO WAHOOS!

WEST HOWARD SWIM TEAM NEWS – July 2011

2011-07-16T20:19:00.000-07:00

Upcoming Meets...

July 23 -- Last Home Meet v. South Carroll. 7:30 a.m. Warmups. We will celebrate our senior swimmers: Rebecca, Bryan & Michelle. Theme: Farmers.

July 25 – Novice Meet @Wynnewood Pool. See signup sheet on board. $3.50/event. Give $ to Debbie O’Byrne. Theme: Rock n Roll.

July 27 – Straehle Meet @Four Seasons Swim Club. $4/event. Give $ to Mary Pat Jordan. Theme: Rock n Roll. T-shirts – Pre-order $13.

July 30 – Division III Championships @South Carroll. Theme: Cops n Robbers. $4/event. Give $ to Kristie Baldwin. T-shirts – Pre-order $13. The top 3 swimmers in each race are eligible for divisionals.

End-of-Year Party

July 27 – @West Howard Swim Club. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. West Howard will provide hot dogs, hamburgers, and pulled pork sandwiches. A-J – bring a salad or side dish to feed 10. K-Z – bring a dessert. Swimmers will be honored at the party.

Did you know that we have Junior Coaches this season? Eight of our 15-18 swimmers are volunteering their time this season. We welcome: Amanda, Meg, Ian, Amelia, Clay, Cassie, Bryan, and Katie!

Practice Times for This Week

2011-06-20T17:27:00.000-07:00

Saturday was a great day! The weather was glorious. Not too hot. Not rainy. The perfect day for time trials.

I loved listening to the new cheers mixed in with the old V-I-C-T-O-R-Y cheer. The kids were really enthusiastic about the new cheers. Loud, too! We're going to be a force to be reckoned with at Saturday's meet! A mix of old and new may be the theme for this summer's swim season.

Speaking of new...the new swimmers are a welcome addition to the Wahoos family. Welcome new swim team families!

Practice times for this week [June 20-24]
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
12:30 – 1:30 ages 13 and over
1:30 – 2:15 ages 11 -12
2:15 – 3:00 ages 9 -10
3:00 – 3:30 ages 8 & under

Thursday – Tie Dyeing immediately after practice!!! [Thursday is the first day of swimming after school ends for Howard County]
7:45 – 9:00 ages 13 and over
9:00 – 10:00 ages 11-12
10:00 – 11:00 ages 9-10
11:00 – 11:30 ages 7-8
11:00 – 11:30 6 & under

Have your swimmer bring a white t-shirt to Thursday's practice for tie dyeing. An old West Howard Wahoos shirt would work perfectly.

NEW Time for Friday's Practice
Friday Fun Practice – It’s Friday, Friday, Friday...Pancake Breakfast immediately after practice!!!
7:45-8:30 ages 11 and over
8:30-9:15 ages 10 and under
9:15- 10:30 WAHOOPALOOZA

Don't forget to sign up to bring something to the Pancake Breakfast!

Swim Team Updates...

2011-05-27T22:19:00.000-07:00

MEET SCHEDULES--SUMMER 2011

Dual Meet Schedule:

Saturday , June 18^th - 7:30 a.m. Team Picture/Time Trials

Saturday, June 25th - 7:30 a.m. warm ups - Home vs. North Carroll

Saturday, July 2nd - 8:00 a.m. warm ups - Away vs. Hammond Park

Saturday, July 9^th - 8:00 a.m. warm-ups - Away vs. Shipley's Choice

Saturday, July 16th- 7:30 a.m. warm-ups - Home vs. Bolton Hill

Saturday, July 23^th - 7:30 a.m. warm-ups - Home vs. South Carroll

Invitational Meets

Tuesday, July 12th (tentative date) 6-Under Lollipop Meet at Cattail Country Club

Monday, July 26th - Novice @ Wynnewood Swim Club

Wednesday, July 27th - Straehle Invitational @ Four Seasons Swim Club

Saturday, July 30th - Division III Championships @ South Carroll Swim Club

POSITIONS OPEN
If you are interested in being the Concessions Manager, please contact:

Mary Pat Jordan MaryPatJordan@aol.com or
Debbie O'Byrne DebbieO2004@comcast.net

PARENT MEETING

New Head Coach Justin Owen will hold a parent meeting immediately following last practice (6:30pm) on Tuesday May 31, 2011.

PRACTICE SCHEDULE:Before school is dismissed for the summer: Practice: May 31, June 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. – ages 13 and over
4:30 - 5:00 p.m. – ages 8 and under
5:00 - 5:45 p.m. – ages 9-10
5:45 - 6:30 p.m. – ages 11-12

Last three half days of school: June 20, 21, 22
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. – ages 13 and over
1:30 - 2:15 p.m. – ages 11-12
2:15 - 3:00 p.m. – ages 9-10
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. – ages 8-under

New practice times for all age groups.

Monday through Thursday mornings after school is dismissed: June 23 – July 29
7:45 – 9:00 a.m. – ages 13 and over
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. – ages 11-12
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.– ages 9-10
11:00 - 11:30 a.m.– ages 7-8
11:00 - 11:30 a.m. – 6-unders

Friday mornings after school is dismissed:
Friday Fun Practice

The times and/or assignment of age-groups may change after registration is completed and the size of each age-group is known.

Swimmers' Take Your Marks! Register for Swim Team Tonight!

2011-05-16T12:31:00.000-07:00

Mark your calendars...
Registration for the West Howard Swim Team will be held on Monday May 16: 4-7 pm and Friday May 20: 4-7 pm at the pool. Cy's Swimwear will be present from 4-6pm both days if any swimmers need to purchase a team suit.

PLEASE NOTE:

CMSL teams must register all swimmers online for AAU. This marks a change from previous years when Wahoos Swim Team reps registered all swimmers. On all other CMSL teams, parents register their swimmers on AAU.

Each Family must sign up their swimmer(s) before coming to the West Howard Registration. The process is simple. Click here for Step by Step directions. A link will also be posted on the West Howard Website. There is a $12 fee for each swimmer; therefore we have reduced the Wohoo registration fee to $60 to reflect the difference. The AAU registration will also cover any swimmer that is on the Dive Team.

See you tonight!

Back to School Sign Up Sheets Boost Parent Involvement | VolunteerSpot

2010-10-10T19:09:00.000-07:00

Divisionals Is Tomorrow!

2010-07-30T07:53:00.000-07:00

**Reminder for those who are going to Divisionals**

Warmups start promptly at 8:15, everyone should arrive 30 minutes early.

South Carroll (Divisional meet – July 31, 2010)

1900 Liberty Road, Westminster, MD 21157, (410) 635-2693

Est. time is 16 minutes from West Howard

Coming from the West:
The Club is located on Route 26 (Liberty Road), a few miles east of the intersection of Routes 27 and 26 on the left side of the road. Look for the white sign.
If you reach the intersection of Woodbine Road and Liberty Road then you have gone too far.
Coming from the East:
The Club is located on Route 26 (Liberty Road), 1/4 mile west of the intersection of Woodbine Road and Liberty Road on the Right side of the road. Look for the white sign.
If you reach the intersection of Route 27 (Ridge Road) and Route 26 (Liberty Road) then you have gone too far.

Kristie Baldwin will have the t-shirts.

It's Time for the End-of-Season Party! Wednesday, July 28 from 6-9 p.m.!

2010-07-28T11:43:00.000-07:00

***SWIM TEAM'S END-OF-SEASON PARTY****

It's hard to believe the season is coming to an end already!

Our End of Season Party will be Wednesday, July 28th from 6 - 9. There will be food from Town Grill, music, and lots of fun!!

We will honor our senior swimmers, give awards to swimmers in each age category (boy and girl awards for each age category), and have fun!

There will be a slideshow with highlights from the season!

***Please check the Swim Team Board for a sign up for food.

We'll be having a large cake at the End-of-Season Party, so please bring a side dish or a salad rather than a dessert. The food will be provided by the Town Grill. We'll use the sodas and water left over from the swim season donations.

If you have any questions or if you know you won't be able to get to the pool by Friday and still want us to count you in on the food, please email Lynda Pelkey (lpelkey@comcast.net) with how many family members will be coming.

Hope to see everyone there!

Novice Meet at Wynnewood on Monday! Arrive by 4:15 p.m.!!!

2010-07-25T09:53:00.000-07:00

The Novice Meet will take place at Wynnewood Recreation Center on Monday evening. Arrive by 4:15 p.m.for 4:30 p.m. warmups! The Novice Meet will start around 5 p.m. after warmups.

The Wynnewood address is:

5807 Oakland Road
Halethorpe, MD 21227
(410) 242-3632

Driving time from the pool is 30 minutes or 25.77 miles. Please be aware that rush hour traffic can be a problem. Allow enough time to get to the pool for warm ups.

Directions from their website are below:

Wynnewood Swim club:

Take 695 toward Glen Burnie. Take exit 12-A, Southwestern Blvd – Arbutus. At end of exit ramp, stay to the left and merge onto Southwestern Blvd. Just after the right lane ends, make a right onto Tom Day Blvd. (just before Shuffles Saloon). At end of Tom Day, turn left onto Carvel – careful, this is a divided street! At the stop sign at the end of Carvel, make a right onto Francis Ave. Make the first left after the 7-11 at the Arbutus Baptist Church onto Oakland Rd. Look for Heron Drive on the right – beware of the new speed bumps – the pool driveway is on your left directly across from Heron Drive. There is additional parking further down Oakland Rd. on the left.

What Happens at the Novice Meet?

Our team will congregate on the area adjacent to the pool. Park in the back parking lot. You will not need a tent, but you will need chairs and a blanket or Neat Sheet to sit on. The Wynnewood pool serves hamburgers, hot dogs, homemade french fries, drinks, and desserts. You can purchase t-shirts at this meet.

The Novice Meet runs late. Coach Jill will hand out medals and ribbons at the conclusion of the meet. Heat winners for each heat will win a rubber playground ball. Your child's name will be written on the ball.

Come to the Ice Cream Social Pep Rally on Friday

2010-07-22T19:36:00.000-07:00

It's hard to believe that the last home meet is Saturday v. Andover. This season has flown by! Weren't we doing Time Trials last week? Now we are down to four meets -- Home v. Andover July 24, Novice Meet July 26, Straehle Meet July 28, and Divisionals July 31.

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**Reminder - Ice Cream Social - Pep Rally this Friday, July 23rd from 6 - 8**

Please sign up as to how many people in your family will be coming and what ice cream topping you will be bringing.

We will supplying the ice cream! We will need help scooping so if you are willing to help please show up with your ice cream scoops.

Update from Wahoos Reps, End-of-Season Meets

2010-07-18T22:03:00.000-07:00

From Mary Pat Jordan and Lynda Pelkey -- Wahoos Swim Reps

We have watched our Wahoos compete and improve all season. We are looking forward to our last home meet against Andover (July 24) and the 3 “championship” meets (the Novice meet, the Straehle Invitational Meet and the Divisional Championship Meet). These end-of-the-season meets allow our swimmers to compete against swimmers from across the CMSL. For new families or those who just need a reminder, below is a brief explanation of each of these meets.

The Novice Meet will be held on Monday, July 26 at Wynnewood Swim Club. This meet is designed for swimmers who are not usually in the fastest heat and do not usually place in dual meets. The qualification times are listed as “no faster than . . .”.

***The events and individual swimmer’s times are posted by the swim team bulletin board. It is a multi-team event with lots of music, good food and of course fast swimming!

The Straehle Invitational Swim Meet will be held on Wednesday, July 28 at the 4 Seasons Sports Complex. This meet is an elite championship meet that swimmers must meet a pre-determined qualifying standard. Swimmers compete against other swimmers from all teams in the Central Maryland Swim League.

***The swimmers who have qualified are listed on the bulletin board and will be notified by Coach Jill.

The Divisional Championship Meet will be held on Saturday, July 31 at South Carroll Swim Club. This meet is the final meet of the swim season against all 5 teams in Division 2. The top 4 Wahoos swimmers in each event will compete against the other teams in our division.

***Please check Coach Jill’s clipboard and swimmer ranking. EVERYONE (regardless of ranking) should verify if you are available by circling the events your child would like to swim or cross your swimmers name off the list if they are not available.

If you need further clarification, feel free to contact marypatjordan@aol.com or lpelkey@comcast.net

Wahoos v. Westminster Riding Club on Saturday

2010-07-16T14:46:00.000-07:00

Please arrive at Westminster Riding Club between 7:45 and 8:00 a.m. for warm ups. During warm ups Coach Jill would like to have a brief meeting with all parents regarding the Novice Meet and Divisionals.

Westminster Riding Club (Dual meet – July 17th)

Est. time is 30 minutes from West Howard

Directions

Westminster Riding Club, 366 North Colonial Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157, Phone: 410-848-2918

From West Howard Swim Pool...

Enter next roundabout and take 3rd exit onto WOODBINE RD

Turn RIGHT onto HOODS MILL RD

Turn LEFT onto EDEN MILL RD

Turn LEFT onto OLD WASHINGTON RD/MD-97. Continue to follow MD-97 N

Turn LEFT onto E MAIN ST

Turn RIGHT onto N COLONIAL AVE

For a description of upcoming meets click on links below (click on highlighted text):

Cattail Creek 6-and-Under Meet

Novice Meet

Straehle Meet

Division II Championships

EARTHQUAKE!

2010-07-16T08:17:00.000-07:00

In our home, my husband woke up immediately while the kids and I slept through the earthquake. What can I say the Berry Family sleep like logs.

According to my husband and the girls, the earthquake was the talk of swim practice this morning. They heard questions like:

Did you feel the earthquake?

Did you hear it?

Did you sleep through it?

Did you go bolt upright in bed?

The epicenter was Germantown, MD, about a 35-minute drive from the pool. 3.6 magnitude. Thankfully, no injuries or damage was reported. Can you believe we had an earthquake so close to us?

According to MSNBC:

The 3.6 magnitude earthquake hit at 5:04 a.m. The earthquake was about 3 miles deep and struck in an area along Interstate 270. The epicenter of the earthquake was centered in Germantown, stretching through Montgomery County, the Washington, D.C., area, central Maryland, and even into West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

Have you ever experienced an earthquake. I was a sophomore in college in Lancaster, PA. Sitting in my 2nd floor dorm room, I heard a noise that sounded like all of my upstairs neighbors were dropping their metal-framed bunk beds at once. I later heard that it was a small earthquake.

Here are some local responses to the earthquake from NBC Washington -- click on highlighted text.

Away Meet This Saturday v. Westminster Riding Club

2010-07-15T17:43:00.000-07:00

Message from Kay Browning:

The volunteer sheets for this Saturday's meet are posted on the pool bulletin board.

Please show up for your assigned volunteer duty. At away meets, we need relief timers. We also need second half timers to relief the 1st half timers.

See you on Saturday!

Want a Photo of Your Swimmer?

2010-07-13T09:43:00.000-07:00

Photos of swimmers are now posted at the Kodak Photo Gallery. Stacie S. has kindly taken and uploaded all the photos she has taken at Wahoos swim meets. Thank you, Stacie!

Instructions for Viewing Kodak Gallery Photos

You will need to click on the phrase "CLICK HERE" below to view the photos. Once in the Kodak Gallery, you will need to join the Kodak Gallery by entering your e-mail address and choosing a password. If you see a photo or photos that you want, you can purchase for $0.10 per photo OR you can e-mail the photo(s) to yourself OR share the photo on Facebook. If you choose to share a photo on Facebook, please only share photos of your own children. Some Wahoos parents have requested that their children's photos not be shared with the public or the media.

Wahoos Photos

Time Trials and Team Photo Day Jun 19, 2010 -- CLICK HERE.

Springlake Away Meet July 3, 2010 -- CLICK HERE.

Cattail Creek Swim Meet July 7, 2010 -- CLICK HERE.

Do you have photos from any swim meets? Please send photos to JillAnneBerry@msn.com or give them to Jill on a DVD. I will use the photos for this blog, the slideshow, or the photobook for the coach.

A Swim Meet for 6-Unders!! July 20th at Cattail Creek!

2010-07-11T15:30:00.000-07:00

Attention Wahoo parents of 6-under swimmers!

Cattail Creek Country Club is hosting a MINI meet for 6-Unders only. This is a voluntary meet for your children who are 6 and under swimmers. Here are the details:

Cattail Creek Country Club

Mini “Fun” Meet
July 20, 2010 at 6 p.m.

Events:

25 M Freestyle, 25 M Backstroke, 25 M Breaststroke,

25 M Butterfly & 25 M Kickboard Race

Awards:

Heat Winner Ribbons, 1st thru 6th Place Ribbons,

and Participant Ribbons

Any who are interested in attending, please email the Cattail Creek coach, Karen Heinz -- jfhkrk4@gmail.com by July 16.

If you decide to go, please let Mary Pat Jordan-- MaryPatJordan@aol.com

Please note: There will not be a sign up sheet on the West Howard Wahoos bulletin board. E-mail the Cattail Creek Coach by July 16.

2010 Photos from Cattail Creek Meet by Stacie

2010-07-11T11:13:00.000-07:00

Scenes from the Cattail Creek Swim Meet on July 7, 2010. Photos by Stacie S.

Photos! More Coming...

2010-07-10T16:32:00.000-07:00

Photos from the Time Trials and Team Photo Day

Click here to see photos. The link will take you to a Kodak Photo Gallery set up by Stacie Stolba. You will need to sign in to the Kodak Gallery to be able to see the photos. Once you sign in you can select photos to either e-mail to yourself or purchase. You can add photos to a Kodak Photobook (available for purchase).

The Kodak Gallery contains photos from Time Trials and Team Photo Day. Stacie labeled many of the photos with swimmers' names. Swimmer Jessica B. and I labeled a few of the other photos. As you go through the photos in the Kodak Photo Gallery, if you can identify a swimmer in a photo please label the photo with the swimmer's name. We would love to see all photos labeled by swimmer! Can you help us label the photos?

More photos to come!!

Weather Report: Wahoos Swim Except with Thunder and Lightning

2010-07-09T11:46:00.000-07:00

Weather Reports are saying there is a chance of rain tomorrow and several parents have asked what happens when it rains - we swim on!

Officials will delay a meet if there is thunder or lightning but we try not to cancel. So, come prepared for rain or shine! Please report to South Carroll at 7:45 for warmups.

You might want to pack a windbreaker/light rain jacket for each kid. Bring extra towels, change of clothing, etc., in case of rain delays.

For up-to-date weather information, click "Weather in Woodbine" on this blog.

Go Wahoos - Beat the Sea Serpents!

This Saturday Wahoos Swim at South Carroll; Time Change for Warmups; Directiors to Meet

2010-07-09T08:38:00.000-07:00

Reminder - Meet this Saturday against S. Carroll.

WARM UPS HAVE CHANGED YOU SHOULD ARRIVE AT SOUTH CARROLL BETWEEN 7:30 - 7:45 IF YOU WANT TO WARM UP! Warmup time has changed since the South Carroll team are doing their team photos.

South Carroll (Dual meet – July 10, 2010)

1900 Liberty Road, Westminster, MD 21157, (410) 635-2693

Est. time is 16 minutes from West Howard

Coming from the West:
The Club is located on Route 26 (Liberty Road), a few miles east of the intersection of Routes 27 and 26 on the left side of the road.
If you reach the intersection of Woodbine Road and Liberty Road then you have gone too far.

Coming from the East:
The Club is located on Route 26 (Liberty Road), 1/4 mile west of the intersection of Woodbine Road and Liberty Road on the Right side of the road.
If you reach the intersection of Route 27 (Ridge Road) and Route 26 (Liberty Road) then you have gone too far.

Volunteer signup sheets are on the bulletin board. For an away meet we need volunteers for the following jobs: 1st Half Timers, 2nd Half Timers, Relief Timers, Clerk of Course, Tableworkers, and Stroke and Turn Judges. Remember without enough volunteers the team cannot function effectively. If you are signed up to volunteer, please show up to do your assigned job.

If you have questions/concerns, e-mail Kay Browning: c2swim@verizon.net. On the day of the South Carroll meet, please see Don McGee with any volunteering questions.

Putting the Loss Behind Us: Gearing up for Two Swim Meets This Week

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

After a tough, hard fought meet v. Springlake, Wahoos gear up for swim meets this coming week.

The score for the Springlake meet was 262 to 224. Wahoos were missing swimmers in a few age groups. Relays had to be shuffled to make up for the absence of swimmers.

Wahoos moms and dads may have noticed the "pool photographers" in action at swim meets. Jill B. -- mom Julia, Jessica, and James -- will be taking individual photos of each swimmer for this blog and the end-of-season slideshow during the meets and during practice. She will also take candid shots of kids at meets. Note: If you requested that your child not be photographed, I will not post your child's photo on this blog, but I will include it in the slideshow.

Rita W. -- mom of Justin -- and Stacie S. -- mom to Morgan and D.J. -- will take action shots otherwise known as "Wow, I can see every single drop of water or bubble as that swimmer does his turn!" as they did last year. Thank you Rita and Stacie! Look out for photo collages in the coming weeks.

On Wednesday, July 7, Wahoos will swim against neighborhood swim club -- Cattail Creek. The meet begins at 6 p.m. with warmups at 5 p.m. This meet is not a CMSL-sanctioned meet.

On Saturday, July 10, Wahoos will swim at South Carroll. The meet begins at 9 a.m. with warmups at 8 a.m.

Go Wahoos!

Swim Meet at Springlake in Timonium, MD

2010-07-02T16:11:00.000-07:00

**Reminder Swim meet Saturday, July 3rd at Springlake in Timonium, MD**

Warm-ups start at 8:00 a.m.**

Message from Coach Jill... Leave home in time to get to Springlake in time for warmups! Don't be late!

Directions take from Mapquest.

Springlake (Dual meet - July 3rd, 2010)

228 Fallsbrook Road, Timonium, MD 21093

Est. time is 42 minutes from West Howard

Merge onto I-70 E via the ramp on theLEFT toward BALTIMORE

Merge onto I-695 N/BALTIMORE BELTWAY INNER LOOP via

EXIT 91B toward NEW YORK/I-95 N/TOWSON.

Merge onto I-83 N via EXIT 24 towardTIMONIUM/YORK PA

Take the PADONIA RD EAST exit,EXIT 17, toward DEERECO RD

Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto W PADONIA RD

Turn RIGHT onto HARTFELL RD

Turn LEFT onto FALLSBROOK RD

Fun Practice on July 5th!!

2010-06-30T14:43:00.000-07:00

Monday, July 5^th

Fun Practice

9:00 am

Fun Relays, Watermelon Polo, Coin Dive, Snacks

Cookie donations needed and

Extra change for Coin Dive for the younger kids

(check under your couch cushions and in your car ash trays)

Any question contact Jen Swanhart - 410-489-5566

Nighttime Meet v. Cattail Creek at West Howard on July 7

2010-06-30T11:24:00.000-07:00

WAHOOS, are you ready for some neighborly competition and bragging rights as to who is the best swim team in

Western Howard County? Then sign up NOW for the 2^nd Annual

West Howard vs. Cattail Swim Meet.

Wednesday July 7 at 6:00pm

Warm Ups at West Howard at 5:00pm

*We need parent support to run this meet.

*If your child is swimming please sign up to volunteer on the swim team bulletin board tomorrow!

Volunteering and Meet Update

2010-06-29T20:56:00.000-07:00

A Note from Kay Browning, Wahoos Volunteers Rep!




 
Congratulations to all Wahoos swimmers who competed in the meet on 
Saturday. Even though we did not win, many swimmers had best times. 
Check out the swim team bulletin board to see who was chosen as the 
swimmers of the week.
 
*Thanks* to the many parent volunteers who worked during the meet. 

Unfortunately we had more than 10 volunteers who did not show up to 
their assignments. As you saw on Saturday it takes all of us to 
ensure the meet moves smoothly. Please review the volunteer assignments 
on the pool bulletin board and in the e-mail sent to all swim team
families. If you cannot work during your assigned position, we would 
appreciate it if you let us know early in the week. It would be much
appreciated if you could try to make a switch with another family or 
find a substitute.

Tight Races at 1st Meet

2010-06-26T22:15:00.000-07:00

The Wahoos narrowly missed a win at the first meet v. Dulaney. We were strong in some age categories. Lacked a little depth in other age groups. Through it all Wahoos swimmers showed grit and determination.

Yearround swimmers had a slight edge due to rigorous and frequent practices during the school year. Summer swimmers jumped in to the pool earlier this summer from lacrosse, softball, baseball, soccer, track, band, and any number of other activities. With only a few weeks of practice, summer swimmers quickly got up to speed.

As Coach Jill pointed out at the pre-meet pep talk/cheer session, Wahoos swimmers have only had two morning practices and a few weeks of afterschool practices to get ready for the 2010 season. Thanks to #Snomageddon and an extended school year, summer swim season got a late start.

Scenes from the meet...

Team cheer...blue paint optional!

Words of encouragement from Coach Jill before the meet.

Cheering before the meet!

The National Anthem played by swimmer Bryan.

Waiting for a teammate to finish a race.

Our coaches!

Matt broke the old pool record of 16.73 in the Free with 16.22! Way to go Matt!

Birthday Wishes to swimmer K.C.!

Volunteers Needed for Saturday's Meet

2010-06-25T08:35:00.000-07:00

***PLEASE - WE ARE IN NEED OF SOMEMORE VOLUNTEERS ON SATURDAY****

We still need help in the morning setting up with concessions, making coffee, help grilling eggs, and a bunch of little things so that our concessions run smoothly.

We still are in need of 2 second half timers.

If you can help in anyway this would be much appreciated! Please see the sign up sheet on the bulleton board.

Thanks for volunteering!

Dinner, Dulaney, and Drinks!

2010-06-24T21:13:00.000-07:00

Don't Forget!

See you on Friday at the Pep Rally! Bring a pasta dish to feed 8-12 people. Pep Rally is from 6-8 p.m.

Don't forget to bring your drink donation to the Pep Rally (at the latest as drinks are needed for Saturday's meet)! See list on swim team bulletin board!

The first official Wahoos meet is Saturday v. Dulaney. We are at home. Arrive at the pool at 7:30 a.m. for warmups. Meet starts at 9 a.m. Park at the church. Have your swimmer(s) sign in with the coaches. Bring your food donation to the concession stand. The list of items is on the swim team bulletin board.

Check the swim team bulletin board for your volunteer assignment. Remember: The Wahoos swim team is a volunteer run organization. The team cannot function unless EVERY parent fulfills his/her volunteer commitment.

Can't do your volunteer assignment? Find a friend to cover your assigned job! Don't leave the team in a lurch!

Resources for Swim Moms, Dads, and Grandparents!

2010-06-24T21:07:00.000-07:00

Some resources that summer swim parents may find useful...

From the American Swimming Coaches Association:

A now-adult former swimmer explains what her coach meant to her with this quote:

He insisted that a fifth place finish in a race could have just as much impact on the outcome of a meet as the first place finish.

I don't know about you, but I love that in swimming each swimmer can make a contribution to the team even if the swimmer does not come in first.

Ever wonder what the coaches are telling your young swimmer? Here's an informative article on coaching young swimmers. Click here.

From USA Swimming

A Q&A. Good tips on the nervous swimmer. Click here.

A How-to Guide to be a Winning Parent of a Swimmer. Click here.

And yes, there is even an organization for Swim Moms! You can join the National Association of Swim Moms! I even found a Swim Dad group...sort of.

Home Meet v. Dulaney Reminders

2010-06-24T06:54:00.000-07:00

**Reminder for this Saturday's Meet against Dulaney** Please have your child there by 7:30 for sign in & warm-ups, meet starts at 9:00

**IMPORTANT - make sure you sign in that your child is here to swim, the Asst. Coaches should be at the front gate to check you in.

If you don't see them then please find them to let them know you are here.

Bring in your drink donations by Friday, June 25th evening.

Bring in your food donations the morning of and make sure you sign in. Check the bulletin board at the pool for a list of donations.

Pep Rally

There is a sign up sheet. We need to get a headcount for the Pep Rally, so make sure to sign up your family and to indicate what dish/item you will bring.

Just bring a dish that will feed 8 to 12 people, so we have enough food for everyone. In case you were wondering we have a little over 100 famlies and 195 swimmers to feed. :)

Volunteers

A copy of the volunteer sheets is posted on the swim team bulletin board at the pool. Please check to see what you are signed up for. The meet cannot function without volunteers like you. Please complete your volunteer assignment at the meet.

There are a few open spots - Timers for 2nd half in lanes 5 and 8 I believe, and concessions could use a few hands. If you are interested in filling in on those spots please email - Kay B., C2swim@verizon.net or Mary Pat, marypatjordan@aol.com as soon as possible. Thanks for volunteering!

Team Apparel, Pep Rally, Pasta, and more

2010-06-21T13:51:00.000-07:00

Swim Team APPAREL - Kristie Baldwin will be up at the pool during practice this week taking orders for our New apparel for Swim Team.

You can also email Kristie and if you're nice she will come show you all the new and latest stuff there is! Go Kristie! shop@baldwinhome.net

Don't Forget to Remind Your Fellow Swim Team Parents to Check out this Blog! Tell them that this blog has all the latest information on the Swim Team from volunteering to pep rallies to food donations. For swim team information, read the e-mails from Lynda Pelkey and check out this blog. The blog address is: http://gowahoos.blogspot.com.

Note: If your husband or wife is not receiving the e-mails from Lynda, contact Lynda and she will add your spouse's e-mail address to the swim team distribution list. Let's get everyone in the loop...the Wahoos swim team loop!! Lynda's e-mail address is: lpelkey@comcast.net

Pep Rally, June 25th - Come join us and get ready for our first meet against Dulaney. Our first Pep Rally of the season!

This Friday, June 25th from 6 - 8 p.m.. Bring a FULL FAMILY DISH of pasta to share and your own drinks.

Time Trials

2010-06-21T09:24:00.000-07:00

New swimmers.
Old swimmers.
Perfecting an old stroke.
Learning a new stroke.
Going out of your comfort zone.
Timers move to the other end of the pool.
Swimmers take your marks.
Go [insert name of swimmer]!
Heartwarming moments watching the littlest kids make it across the pool.
Awe watching the older kids give it their all for EVERY race.
Team White or Team Blue -- Wahoos swimmers did us proud!

Team pictures...everyone say "Cheese"!

Cooling off between races!

Another year of Wahoos swimming!

Snow cones for all swimmers!

I will be adding photos to and updating this blog/website throughout the summer. Contact me if you
want to contribute to this blog/website by:

Adding a photo or video.
Writing an article.
Reporting on a meet.
Profiling of a swimmer.
Submitting your Top 5 tips for a successful swim meet.

I can be reached at JillAnneBerry@msn.com or 410-489-9247.

Please note! Swim Practice Time Changes for this Week

2010-06-20T18:17:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder Swim Team practice times change this week.

Last three half days of school: (June 21, 22, 23):

12:30 - 1:30 p.m. – ages 13 and over

1:30 - 2:15 p.m. – ages 11-12

2:15 - 3:00 p.m. – ages 9-10

3:00 - 3:30 p.m. – ages 8 – under

Monday through Friday mornings when school is dismissed (Howard County):

(These times and/or assignment of age-groups may change after registration is completed and the size of each age-group is known)

8:30 - 9:30 a.m. - ages 13 and over

9:30 - 10:15 a.m. – ages 11-12

10:15 - 11:00 a.m. – ages 9-10

11:00 - 11:45 a.m. - 8 – unders and Stroke Clinic**

Have a Question? Call a Wahoos Rep

2010-06-19T12:00:00.000-07:00

Position Name Telephone E-Mail

League Representative Mary Pat J. 301-854-5587 marypatjordan@aol.com

Asst. League Rep Lynda P. 410-442-2563 lpelkey@comcast.net

Concessions Manager Debbie O. 410-489-2626 DebbieO2004@comcast.net

Team Apparel Kristie B. 301-703-4018 shop@baldwinhome.net

Meet Volunteer Coordinator Kay B. 410-489-4936 C2swim@verizon.net

Table workers Jody A. 410-549-8758 jbuffaud@comcast.net

Communications Jill B. 410-489-9247 jillanneberry@msn.com

Team Data Management Glenn B. 410-442-8225 byrd-home@msn.com

Urgent! Stroke and Turn Judges Needed!

2010-06-14T11:29:00.000-07:00

Swim Team Families! We are in urgent need of some HELP . . .

After reviewing the volunteer sign up forms, we noticed that we do not have enough Stroke and Turn Judges.

At this point we only have 4 of the 15 spots covered and will have to forfeit any meet that we do not provide a stroke and turn judge. To run a meet smoothly we must provide 2-3 volunteers at each meet.

No experience necessary to become a Stroke & Turn Judge. Training provided!

Each volunteer would work a maximum of half of a meet.
You don't have to have a swimming background to be a judge.
You'll receive complete training assisted by a video tape with many examples that will provide all the information you need to be a judge.
If you have already volunteered in a different area, we can easily switch you.

Here are some reasons why you may want to consider becoming a Stroke and Turn Judge:

Great front row view of all events in the meet.
Small group training with Coach Jill and a CMSL referee at West Howard for less than an hour.
The great feeling that comes with volunteering.

You can practice with our own swimmers at time trials this Saturday (there is no official judging at time trials).

Please let Mary Pat or Lynda know if you are interested in helping in this area.

New Event: Sip 'n Swim June 17

2010-06-14T10:25:00.000-07:00

First SIP N SWIM event at the pool!

During the summer, we will occasionally have a local restaurant sponsor the meal for a set $fee. You order (on the bulletin board at the pool), you pay, and we bring your dinner to you and your family at the pool that night!

When: Thursday 6/17 at 6 p.m.
FEATURING PIZZA HUT PIZZA
Sign up to order your pizza (10.60/per large pizza); Sign up sheet is on the board at the pool. Drop your check/money at the front desk--checks made payable to pool.

Bring your own drinks etc and anything else you want to enjoy your meal with your family and friends.

For questions, email or call Terri P., 410-365-5003; terri@beachleyforms.com

Swim Team Registration Extended!

2010-06-05T16:51:00.000-07:00

Due to the weather last week we are extending the Swim team registration. Spread the word to any club members who may have expressed interest in joining the Wahoos!

Mary Pat will be up at the pool on Monday, June 7th and Tuesday June 8th from 3:45 to about 6:00.

If you can not make it to the pool and still want to register, please send Lynda an e-mail: lpelkey@comcast.net

**AFTER JUNE 8th there will be a $10 late fee** Due to AAU regulations everyone must be registered before they can start practice!

See/e-mail Lynda for a copy of the Wahoos Handbook.

Practice Starts This Afternoon!

2010-06-01T12:18:00.000-07:00

PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Before school is dismissed for the summer:
Practice: June 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. – ages 13 and over
4:30 - 5:00 p.m. – ages 8 and under
5:00 - 5:45 p.m. – ages 9-10
5:45 - 6:30 p.m. – ages 11-12

Last three half days of school: (June 21, 22, 23):
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. – ages 13 and over
1:30 - 2:15 p.m. – ages 11-12
2:15 - 3:00 p.m. – ages 9-10
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. – ages 8 – under

Monday through Friday mornings when school is dismissed:
(These times and/or assignment of age-groups may change after registration is completed and the size of each age-group is known)

8:30 - 9:30 a.m. - ages 13 and over
9:30 - 10:15 a.m. – ages 11-12
10:15 - 11:00 a.m. – ages 9-10
11:00 - 11:45 a.m. - 8 – unders and Stroke Clinic**

**Stroke Clinic is an optional opportunity for extended practice. It is strongly recommended for beginning swimmers in order to improve their four basic strokes, starts and turns through small
group instruction and individual feedback from the coaches.

Did You Miss Registration?!

2010-05-25T09:16:00.000-07:00

Did you miss the Swim Team registration? Are you still interested in signing up or you know someone who is? Well you are in luck!

Mary Pat or Lynda will be at the pool June 1st, 3rd, and 4th from around 3:30 to around 6:30 p.m. during practice to take your registration. Registration is $70 per swimmer.

**AFTER JUNE 4th there will be a $10 late fee** Everyone must be registered before they can start practice!

If you would like a registration form or a handbook, e-mail: lpelkey@comcast.net

REMEMBER: This year there is a new team swim suit for ALL swimmers. Cy's Swimwear has the Wahoos team swim suit, as well as goggles, bungee cords for goggles, swim caps, and other items.

Cy's Swimwear
719 Frederick Road
Catonsville, MD 21228
Phone: (410) 747-8760

Spring and Summer Hours:
Monday-Friday
9:30 AM-7:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM-4:00 PM

New Time for Swim Team Registration!

2010-05-18T09:39:00.000-07:00

Please note Swim Team Registration for Friday, May 21 will be held from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the pool. This is a time change!

Bring:

checkbook -- registration for each swimmer is $70
your child -- Cy's Swimwear will be there to size and fit children for this year's new team swim suit. Remember: Wahoos swimmers are required to wear the team suit at home and away meets. Team swim suit styles are changed every two years.
calendar so that you can sign up for a volunteer job at two home meets and one away meet

Cy's Swimwear will also have practice suits, goggles, bungee straps, and backpacks available for sale.

Register for Swim Team -- Sunday, May 16 AND Friday, May 21

2010-05-15T09:36:00.000-07:00

There will be two registrations for the 2010 Wahoos Swim Team.

1. Registration for all swimmers will begin on Sunday 5/16 from 12-2 p.m.

2. A second registration will be held on Friday 5/21 from 4-6 p.m.

Coach Jill, Lynda Pelkey, Kay Browning, MaryPat Jordan, and other Wahoos swim team officials will be at the pool on both days for the registration.

In order to make the registration process go smoothly, bring your checkbook, a pen, and a calendar. You will be able to sign up for volunteer duties at both registrations. AAU forms will be available at registration.

Go Wahoos!

Swim Team 2010 Is Nearly Here!

2010-04-13T22:12:00.000-07:00

I had planned to update the Wahoos website during the school year. You know...write about all the swim meets our swimmers swam in the off season, but... Life and work and my family got in the way. But, I'm back!
-- Jill Berry, Webmaster and Mom to three swimmers!

Wahoos News

The Wahoo Swim Team is gearing up for another fun season. Wahoos will continue to compete in Division 2 of the CMSL with some familiar teams.

Volunteers -- Many of the same volunteers will be helping Coach Jill again this year, but we are always looking for new faces to join our swim team committee. We are looking for a person or group that will help organize social events for our swimmers. If you want more information please call Mary Pat Jordan at
(301) 854-5587 or e-mail MaryPatJordan@aol.com.

Registration -- Registration will take place on Sunday May 16 from 12:00-2:00pm and Friday May 21, 2010 from 4:00-6:00pm.

New Team Swim Suit -- Since we have a new team suit this year, Cy’s Swimwear will be available on both registration dates -- May 16 from 12-2 p.m. and May 21 from 4-6 p.m.

2010 Wahoo Swim Team Schedule

June 19, 2010    Time Trials
June 26, 2010    HOME vs Dulaney
July 3, 2010       Away vs. Springlake
July 10, 2010     Away vs. South Carroll
July 17, 2010     Away vs. West Minster Riding Club
July 24, 2010     HOME vs. Andover
July 31, 2010     Divisionals at South Carroll

Don't forget to bring your calendar on registration day, so that you can sign up for volunteer assignments!

School Year Begins

2009-09-22T05:32:00.001-07:00

Summer is over. School is back in session. I'm sure you are like me wishing for the relaxation of summer as you drive kids to and from sports and activities.

Two of my children swim during the school year. School-year swimming is different. Why? Is it the indoor pool?The more focused competitive meets? The kids are on a team, but there is less time during the school year to be a team. No long days lounging at the pool. Homework and other commitments are a factor. School-year seems all business, while summer swimming is all fun!

Do your children swim during the school year? Jessica and James swim at Health Unlimited. I've see swimmers...Matt, Robert, Nate, Robert, Jesse, and Matt...at HU as well. Where do your kids swim? I'd like to know what school-year swim teams are out there. I know of the Eagles and the Retrievers. What are the other teams? e-mail me: JillAnneBerry@msn.com If your kids play another sport(s) during the school year, let me know! Wahoos are a talented group of athletes, musicians, etc. Let's showcase our talents!

My plan is to keep this blog/website going during the school year as a resource for Wahoos parents and swimmers. Would you like to write an article? On swimming or sportsmanship or being a good sports parent or swimsuits or diving sticks or just about anything that has even a little to do with swimming! Let me know! Send me your article with a photo to JillAnneBerry@msn.com If you find a link to an article on swimming, send me a link.

Last Gasp of Summer Events at the Pool

2009-09-03T17:00:00.000-07:00

Coach Jill loved the photo album. She was astounded by the number of photos. She loved that all families were represented in the family section of the album. I can't wait for next swim season to do it all again!

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It's movie time poolside!

Bedtime Stories (starring Adam Sandler) -- FREE

Bring your own blankets/beverages/snacks

Sat. Sept. 5th 7:00 pm - end of movie

Rain date Sept. 6th

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I plan on posting news throughout the school year, so stay tuned.

What's your opinion on swimmers wearing high-tech swim suits to improve their performance? Do you think it is fair that some swimmers have an unfair advantage? Or should swimmers be allowed to spend what they want on swim suits? Runners are not restricted to buying certain shoes.

The Washington Post took on the issue of Masters swimmers wearing the performance suits.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/08/25/AR2009082503048.html

What do you think? Send me an e-mail and I will compile all responses in to a post. I won't use names, so go ahead and state an opinion.

How Can I Get a Wahoos Photo?

2009-07-25T21:43:00.000-07:00

You may have noticed that your family or swimmer was photographed during swim season. I photographed just about every Wahoos family. Two other Wahoos moms also took many photographs of swimmers, families, and swim team activities. Many of the photographs of Wahoos families and swimmers from Swim Season 2009 will be shown in the slideshow at the end-of-season awards ceremony on Sunday. Photos are also on this website/blog.

If you would like a copy of one of the photographs taken, see top right box on this page. In the box, there are links to two Kodak galleries: Families A-Z AND Coaching Kids, Cheering Kids, Friendship, and Heat Winners. All photographs taken during the season are in these two files.

There are two ways to obtain a photograph from the KodakGallery.com. Click on one of the galleries:

1. In the gallery, click on photo that you want. Go to "Buy Prints." Choose "This Photo $0.15." Click "Done." Go to checkout for purchase. You can do this for one photo or multiple photos.

2. In the gallery, click on photo that you want. Go to "Share." Choose "This Photo." Add your e-mail address to dialog box. Kodak will send photo to your e-mail address. You can save the photo(s) to a CD so that you can print the photo at Walmart/CVS OR you can save the photo to your computer to use in an online scrapbook or print at home.

Editor's Note: I know that in previous years, photos were printed out and hung on poster boards at the awards ceremony. This year in a bid to go green, we are going paperless by displaying photos on this blog, on the slideshow at the awards ceremony, and on the KodakGallery.com website. I apologize for any inconvenience caused to swim families.

Thanks to Stacie, mom to Morgan, and Rita, mom to Justin, for taking time out of their swim meets to take photographs of our swimmers. Their efforts are very much appreciated.

I would like to thank Stacie for uploading all the photographs to the Kodak Gallery.

The slideshow was created by 13-14 swimmer Ryan. Ryan took time out of his summer to create a fabulous slideshow showcasing the Wahoos swim season 2009. If you see Ryan at the pool, tell him "Thank you" for a job well done!

Ready to Swim

2009-07-25T15:34:00.000-07:00

Coach Jill's Victory Dunk in the Pool!

2009-07-25T15:27:00.000-07:00

Cheering Kids

2009-07-25T13:26:00.000-07:00

Wahoos Slideshow

2009-07-25T09:23:00.000-07:00

The slideshow of Wahoos Swim Season 2009 is here! Thanks go to swimmer Ryan for a fabulous job! If you see Ryan (13-14), tell him "Thanks" for a job well done!

Click here ---->>>>> Slideshow

Thank You to All Who Helped This Season!

2009-07-25T09:15:00.000-07:00

West Howard Wahoos Swimmers would like to thank the following people for a fabulous 2009 Swim Season!

Coach Jill Springer

Assistant Coaches Matt Byrd, Amy Fisher, Alex Hufnagel, and Michelle Skroupa

Swim Team Reps -- Mary Pat Jordan & Lynda Pelkey

Team Data Management -- Glenn Byrd

Table Workers -- Jody Aud

Cards for Swimmers -- Laura Byrd

Head Timer -- Don McGee

Concessions -- Debbie O’Byrne

Team Apparel -- Kristie Baldwin

Volunteers -- Kay Browning

Special Events -- Gigi Ippolito & Martha Brodksy

Registration/Donuts -- Jill Sobieski

Team Photographers -- Stacie Stolba, Rita Wolfe & Jason Swift

Meet Announcer -- Rick Springer

National Anthem Singer -- Greta

Belly Flop Guys -- Clay & Nathan

Snowball Queen -- Ingrid

50-50 Raffle -- Barb Kapinos & Dee McClure

Water for Timers -- Margie Reese

Senior Mementoes -- Debbie Hammert & The Jordan Family

Communications/Blog/Photos -- Jill Berry

Slideshow -- Ryan

AND to all parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles who came out to watch the Wahoos!

For information on Wahoos Swim Season 2010,

Visit www.gowahoos.blogspot.com for swim team news throughout the school year!

Straehle Photos!

2009-07-23T08:27:00.000-07:00

For photos from the 2009 Straehle meet, click on --->>> Straehle

End-of-Season Team Party

2009-07-21T10:03:00.000-07:00

END-OF-SEASON SWIM TEAM PARTY
Sunday, July 26th from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

We will have a DJ and trophies! Don't forget Coach Jill's silly awards.

The swim team will provide the main course. All families should sign up to bring a dessert or side dish. Also, don't forget to sign up for a head count for food.

Team Volunteer Sheet

2009-07-21T08:40:00.000-07:00

Division II Championships
South Carroll Swim Club
Saturday, July 25th, 2009

Team Name West Howard

4 Timers Barrett, Hammert, McClure, McGee
(first half of the meet)

4 Timers
(second half of the meet) Fitzgibbon, Dumler, Tatum, Bosley

1 Runner Fisher
(2 events)

1 Heat Winner Kapinos
(2 events)

1 Clerk-of-Course Byrd
(2 events)

2 Table Workers Aud, DeSantis

Straehle Meet Information

2009-07-20T19:34:00.000-07:00

From Mary Pat Jordan...

Here is some important information about the Straehle Championship meet:

1. If your swimmer has qualified for individual events, you should report to the 4 Seasons Pool at 8:20 for 8:45 warm ups. The meet begins at 9:30.

2. If your swimmer is ONLY in a relay, you should report to the 4 Seasons Pool between noon and 12:30.

3. The t-shirt order has been placed. You can still buy a t-shirt during the meet. Not until I ordered did they tell me we had a color choice for the shirt. I ordered all white, but after receiving your shirt, you may go to the vendor and exchange it for another color free of charge. The choices are: gray, white, red and yellow. If you want to exchange it – I suggest you do it early on the day of the meet.

4. Please remember to see Coach Jill or Mary Pat with payment for t-shirts and entry fees. The directions to the Four Seasons Swim Club, 2710 Hampstead-Mexico Road (MD Rte. 482), Hampstead, MD; 410-239-3366:

From Frederick/Mt. Airy

MD 27 N towards Westminster.
Pass through Westminster.
Merge right on MD 482 towards Hampstead.
Four Seasons Sports Complex on left (3 miles).

From 70/Mt. Airy and Baltimore

MD 97 N towards Westminster.
MD 97 will connect with MD 140 West. Follow 97/140 North.
MD 27 North towards Manchester/New Hampshire.
Merge right on MD 482 towards Hampstead.
Four Seasons Sports Complex on left (3 miles).

5. Get your child ready to SWIM FAST!!

Divisional Information

2009-07-19T19:08:00.001-07:00

From Lynda Pelkey... Families should arrive no later than 8 a.m. for 8:20 warm-ups at Divisionals.

T-shirts have been ordered for those who signed up for one on the bulletin board, and we ordered extra of every size. See Kristi Baldwin if you want to reserve one, or you can buy one at the meet (very limited supply). Kristie's email is shop@baldwinhome.net.

Practice this week is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for Divisional/Straehle swimmers, 9-10 a.m. for ages 11 and over and 10-10:45 for 10 and unders. No practice on Wednesday due to the Straehle meet at 9 a.m.

Directions to South Carroll for Divisionals:

The South Carroll Swim Club is located along Route 26 (Liberty Road) in Carroll County, Maryland, at 1900 West Liberty Road, Westminster, MD 21157

DO NOT USE MAPQUEST – IT WILL TAKE YOU TO THE MIDDLE OF ELDERSBURG THE CLUB IS LOCATED 7 MILES WEST OF ELDERSBURG

Coming from the West: The Club is located on Route 26 (Liberty Road), a few miles east of the intersection of Routes 27 and 26 on the left side of the road. If you reach the intersection of Woodbine Road and Liberty Road then you have gone too far.

Coming from the East: The Club is located on Route 26 (Liberty Road), 1/4 mile west of the intersection of Woodbine Road and Liberty Road on the Right side of the road. If you reach the intersection of Route 27 (Ridge Road) and Route 26 (Liberty Road) then you have gone too far.

Novice Meet Information

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If you are participating in the Novice meet you should arrive by 4:15 at Wynnewood for 4:30 warm-ups.

Here are the directions to the Novice meet on Monday. Meet details to follow.

Wynnewood (Novice Meet – Date Monday, July 20th)
5825 & 5827 Oakland Rd at Heron Dr.
Baltimore, MD. 21227
(410) 242-3632

Visiting team parking lot entrance is located between 5825 & 5827 Oakland Road Halethorpe, MD 21227

Directions

From Points North use 695 South: 695 South to exit 12A, turn RIGHT onto Ramp towards US-1 / Southwestern Boulevard. Keep LEFT on ramp to stay on Ramp towards US-1 (Southwestern Blvd). Follow Southwestern Blvd .7 miles and turn right on Tom Day Blvd. At the end of Tom Day Blvd, make left on Carville Ave. Make a right on Francis Ave, go .2 miles and make left on Oakland Rd. Follow Oakland Rd .3 miles and make left into pool at the intersection of Heron Dr. and Oakland Rd.From Points South use 695 West towards Towson:695 West to exit 10 (US-1). Turn left on Washington Blvd(US-1). Travel 1.8 miles and turn right on Clark Blvd. Go 1.3 miles and turn left on Oakland Rd. Follow Oakland Rd .3 miles pool entrance will be on the right at the intersection of Heron Dr. and Oakland Rd.

Wahoos Record Is Broken

2009-07-18T19:08:00.000-07:00

Since 1994 the girls 11-12 50 back record has remained unbroken. Not anymore. The 35.68 record was broken by swimmer Caroline. The new record is an impressive 35.60. Way to go, Caroline!

Wahoos Tie with Westminster Riding Club

2009-07-18T16:45:00.001-07:00

At the end of the Breaststroke events, the score was Westminster Riding Club 227, West Howard 205. Our opponent's lead seemed insurmountable. Wahoo relay teams moved the score in the right direction with a rebound of 39 points. The meet ended in a tie score of 244 to 244.

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Today's meet was about more than swimming races. It was Wahoos Senior Day. Seven senior swimmers were honored at the beginning of their last individual event of the meet. All the swimmers are on their way to college in the fall. Congratulations, senior swimmers!

Announcer Rick read out speeches about each swimmer written by their parents. As well as swimming, our senior swimmers have a wide variety of interests, including business, drama, cross country, dance, basketball, theater, adventure games, reading, and a myriad of other activities. Wahoos have a well-rounded and talented group of senior swimmers.

Seniors Moms/Dads wore decorated photo rosettes (created by Debbie, mom to swimmers Mark and Matthew). While standing on the diving block, swimmers were presented with a colorful bouquet of flowers including sunflowers from grounds of the pool (assembled by Debbie, as well). Girl swimmers wore tiaras and pink feather boas, while the guy swimmers wore gold top hats and sunglasses (chosen by swimmer Cassie).

Amanda

Vicki

Anne Marie

Elizabeth

Christina

Peter

Jake

Straehle Is Coming Up

2009-07-17T13:12:00.000-07:00

West Howard needs to provide volunteers for the Straehle Championship Meet. As with any meet, we need parent volunteers to ensure the meet runs smoothly. The jobs have been assigned by stroke so that each person is spending minimal time working. See list on pool bulletin board for volunteers.

The entry fee is $4.00 per swimmer per event. Checks should be made out to West Howard Swim Club and can be given to Kristi Baldwin or Mary Pat Jordan by Saturday, July 18, 2009. T-shirts will be available at the meet for $20 (short-sleeved) and $25 (long-sleeved), respectively.

Straehle Qualifiers:

Relays
8-under mixed
Matt Thompson
Will Jordan
Madi Wingert*
Ashley O’Byrne*
Julie Meissner*
Emma Schettig*
Emma Letellier*
*fastest 2 freestylers after 7/25 meet will swim

9-10 Girls
Kaitlyn O'Byrne
Jenny Lucas
Jessica Berry
Shannon Milligan

9-10 Boys
Joseph Roschella
Matt McGee
Alex Barrett
Christopher Reese

11-12 Girls
Lauren Baker
Caroline Browning
Rebecca Fisher
Molly Jordan

11-12 Boys
Matthew Baldwin
Reny Barrett
Matthew Hammert
Michael Dumler

13-14 Girls
Cassie Jordan
Amelia Browning
Amanda Baldwin
Jessica Smith

Individual Events
Lauren Baker
Ian Bosley
Robert Brewer
Caroling Browning
Amelia Browning
Brian Byrd
Matt Byrd
Cassie Jordan
Will Jordan
Rebecca Kasda
Jenny Lucas
Matt McGee
Kaitlyn O’Byrne
Joseph Roschella
Emma Schettig
Amanda Skroupa
Michelle Skroupa
Alex Symmes
Matt Thompson

Congratulations to all swimmers for making it the Straehe!

Pep Rally Tonight Rain or Shine

2009-07-17T13:02:00.001-07:00

REMINDER tonight rain or shine, last Pep Rally of the season - starts at 6 p.m.

We will supply the ice cream, if you could bring a topping that would be great. Any help would be greatly appreciated - bring an ice cream scoop.

Future Wahoo Swimmers -- Updated!

2009-07-16T12:07:00.000-07:00

We may be small, but one day we will swim for the Wahoos. Until then, we cheer for our brothers and sisters!

Slideshow: Friendships

2009-07-14T20:25:00.000-07:00

When we are in the pool we are all business.
When we are on the pooldeck we are have fun with our friends.

Slideshow: Heat Winners

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Heat Winners!

Slideshow: Helping Swimmers

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Helping Our Swimmers Do Their Best!

Upcoming Events for Swim Season 2009

2009-07-14T19:34:00.000-07:00

Divisional Championships -- 7/25/09, South Carroll Swim Club

This year, the top four swimmers in each event in each age-group are eligible to go to Divisional Championships. South Carroll has an 8-lane pool and CMSL rules allow top four to participate when 8-lane pools are hosting.

The matrix listing all top 10 swimmers as of 7/11 will be located at the picnic table at the deep end of the pool during practices this week. Team Rep. Mary Pat Jordan will also be circulating with the matrix and will be available to answer questions. Please check your rankings and circle any event you wish to swim (3 maximum) or scratch your name if you are unable to participate.

The top four freestyle times are eligible to swim on a relay. In many cases, swimmers with lower rankings qualify to go to divisionals if higher ranked swimmers choose other events or can’t attend the meet. The Divisionals meet line-up will be completed after the meet on Saturday when the final top four rankings are established and will be emailed to the team on Sunday afternoon.

The cost of each event is $4 (cash or check payable to West Howard Swim Club, in sealed envelope with name and amount written on it) and Mary Pat will be collecting entry fees.

The bulletin board has a sign-up sheet for Divisional meet t-shirts as well. There will be a very limited t-shirt supply at the meet. If you sign up for a t-shirt and do not end up on the final qualifying team, your check will be returned to you. Checks should be made payable to West Howard Swim Club and Kristy Baldwin will be collecting money for the shirts.

Novice Meet -- 7/20/09, Wynnewood Swim Club

We have extended the Novice Meet sign up for an extra day. Please enter your events by end of practice Wednesday. Events are $3.50 per event and you can give your money in a sealed enveloped with name and events to Coach Jill. Don't miss out on this great meet!

Straehle CMSL Championships -- 7/22/09, Four Seasons Swim Club

Straehle qualifiers in individual events are also posted on the bulletin board. Please let Coach Jill know this week if you can participate and to choose your events. The cost is $4 per event, cash or checks payable to West Howard Swim Club. Relay swimmers will be contacted by Coach Jill. T-shirts for Straehle can be purchased at the meet.

Practice Schedule next week

Practice will be held next week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for Divisional and Straehle swimmers. Practice will be from 9-10 a.m for 11-overs, and 10-10:45 for 10-unders. No practice on Wednesday due to the Straehle meet.

Ice Cream Social this Friday

Our final pre-meet team social will be held this Friday at 6 p.m. The sign-up sheet will be posted tomorrow morning.

July 18 Home Meet v. Westminster Riding Club: Volunteers and Warmups

2009-07-14T19:01:00.000-07:00

Have you volunteered for 3 meets? If not consider, volunteering at the final home meet this Saturday. We have many volunteer spots open. Without volunteers, the meet cannot run smoothly!

West Howard Wahoos need you to be:

Head timer second half - 1
Second half timer - 6
Relief timers second half - 2
Heat Winner Ribbons first half - 1
Heat Winner Ribbons second half - 1
Runners first half - 1
Runners second half - 2
Drink server second half - 1
Grill egg sandwiches 8 a.m. - 2
Concession clean up - 2
Sales second half - 1
Pool clean-up at end of meet- 3-4

Please e-mail Kay Browning for further information: c2swim@verizon.net

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Swimmers should arrive at 7:30 a.m.

Swimming from the Parent's Perspective

2009-07-14T05:57:00.000-07:00

From time to time I need an answer to a swimming related question. When I am at the pool a good person to approach is Coach Jill. She has been the Wahoos coach for about 12 years. She knows swimming. She cares deeply about her swimmers. As a recreational swimmer I have very little knowledge about competitive swimming. Coach Jill has answered many questions of mine -- no matter how basic!

Another person to ask when you need a question answered is Mary Pat Jordan. Did you know that she was a competitive swimmer in college? Her three children all swim yearround. Mary Pat is a good resource for questions related to being a swim parent.

Other good resources for parents of swimmers are as follows (click on highlighted link):

USA Swimming --Swimming
Examiner.com -- Lessons
about.com -- Parents
DC Metro Moms -- Summer

Enjoy!

Swimmers of the Week: July 11, 2009

2009-07-13T18:24:00.000-07:00

10-Under Swimmers of the Week
For week ending 7/11/09

Female: Abigail Jones - 7

Abigail is new to the swim team this summer and has worked hard to improve all her strokes. She had a great meet at Hammond Park, doing personal best times in all three of her events. She took off 3 seconds in freestyle and nearly 3 more in backstroke. She also shaved off an amazing 11 seconds in butterfly after learning this difficult stroke just a few weeks ago!!!

Male: Ethan Welsh – 10

Ethan is a veteran Wahoo swimmer who is very dedicated with excellent practice habits. This week he even took the initiative to swim in two practice groups each day! His efforts paid off when he swam 3 best times on Saturday, shaving off 3 seconds in breaststroke, almost 2 in fly, and a huge 9 seconds in 100 IM!!!

11-Over Swimmers of the Week
For week ending 7/11/09

Female: Lanie Swanhart - 15

Lanie has been on our team for many summers and has developed excellent technique in all of her strokes. She displayed perfectly on Saturday how to finish a race strong into the wall, touching out an opponent by just a tenth of a second in 100 free! This resulted in a personal best by nearly 3 seconds, and in her 100 IM she improved by another 2 seconds!!!

Male: Brendan Caffey - 14

Brendan is second-year Wahoo swimmer who had three great swims at Hammond Park. He swam more than 5 seconds faster in 100 free, took off another second in 50 breaststroke and had a great 50 on the relay. His consistent practice attendance has helped him come a long way in just two seasons on swim team!!

Food Donations for July 18 Home Meet

2009-07-13T06:53:00.000-07:00

From Debbie O'Byrne -- Food Donations.

Allmon, B. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Aud, C. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Baker, J. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Baldwin, B. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Barlow, T. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Barrett, A. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Berry, J. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Berry, K. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Blackburn 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Blodgett, G. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Bodine, T. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Bosley, R. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Bower, J. 2 dozen English muffins
Bowman, D. Broccoli Crowns - 1 gallon bag, washed & cut
Bowser, B. 1 dozen Assorted muffins
Brewer, D. 1 dozen Assorted muffins
Brock, S. 1 dozen Assorted muffins
Brodsky, J. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Browning, C. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Byrd, G. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Caffey, S. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Cassity, M. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Condor, S. Blueberries - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Cooper, M. Blueberries - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Crafton Red Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
DeSantis, R. Red Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Dowd, B. Green Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Dumler, B. Strawberries - 2 pints, washed, sliced
Elia, P. Strawberries - 2 pints, washed, sliced
Feld, T. Green Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Fisher, J. Green Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Fitzgibbon, J. Strawberries - 2 pints, washed, sliced
Ford, C. 5 red, ripe sliced tomatoes for hamburgers
Foster, S. 5 red, ripe sliced tomatoes for hamburgers
Goodman, T. Celery - 1 full stalk, washed & cut
Grimm, B. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Habeeb, J. Cucumbers - 3, sliced in rounds in bag
Hammert, M. Canteloupe - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Hennessy, P. Canteloupe - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Hensel, J. Canteloupe - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Hough, J. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Hyer, S. 2 dozen English muffins
Ippolito, V. Cherry Tomatoes - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Jones, T. Cherry Tomatoes - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Jordan, L. Cucumbers - 3, sliced in rounds in bag
Kaiser, J. 2 dozen English muffins
Kapinos, S. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Kasda, B. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Kavadias, J. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Kemp, B. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Kraus, J. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Lakin, T. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Leimenstoll, D. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Lengel, L. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Letellier, T. 2 boxes of pop tarts any flavor
Lucas, D. 2 boxes of pop tarts any flavor
MacDonald, B. 1 large half and half for coffee
Marcinkus, F. 1 large half and half for coffee
Marcoux 2 packages hamburger rolls
McClure, B. 2 packages hamburger rolls
McClure, S. 4 - 2 gallon jugs of spring water
McGee, D. 4 - 2 gallon jugs of spring water
Meissner, B. 2 chopped up onions for hotdogs
Mensing, D. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Miller, B. Cucumbers - 3, sliced in rounds in bag
Milligan, P. Cherry Tomatoes - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Moore, B. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Moore, C. 1 flavored hazelnut liquid creamer for coffee
Moran, G. 1 flavored vanilla liquid creamer for coffee
Muneses, J. Celery - 1 full stalk, washed & cut
Myers, J. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
O’Byrne, M. Pasta Salad
Paregol, I 2 dozen eggs
Parker, J. 2 dozen eggs
Payan 2 large onions, sliced thin
Pearce, J. 2 large onions, sliced thin
Pelkey, K. 2 dozen eggs
Peterson, T. 2 dozen eggs
Piorkowski, J. 2 dozen English muffins
Poltorak, S. 2 dozen English muffins
Powers, R. 2 dozen English muffins
Prezelski, A. 1 dozen Donuts
Proviano, M. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Rachuba, R. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Reese, J. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Reese, R. Pasta Salad
Regan, M. 2 dozen eggs
Rhine, S. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Ritter, T. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Roschella, J. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Rossomondo 8 lemons
Ryan, J. 8 lemons
Sames, D. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Scheinberg, S. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Schettig, M. 8 lemons
Schoepfer, R. 2 heads of lettuce washed and cut for hamburgers
Seets 8 lemons
Simon, B. 2 heads of lettuce washed and cut for hamburgers
Sirenne, J. 8 lemons
Skroupa, M. 8 lemons
Small, M. Baby Carrots - 2 pound bag
Smith, J. Baby Carrots - 2 pound bag
Sobieski, J. 1 dozen Donuts
Sroka, M. 1 dozen Donuts
Stolba, D. 1 dozen Donuts
Suristis, R. 1 dozen Donuts
Swanhart, S. 1 dozen Donuts
Symmes 1 dozen Donuts
Tatum, S. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Taylor, G. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Terrier, J. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Thesing, E. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Thompson, L. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Turvin, M. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Valavanis, M. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Votta, G. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Welsh, R. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Wilmeth, M. Broccoli Crowns - 1 gallon bag, washed & cut
Wingert, S. 5 red, ripe sliced tomatoes for hamburgers
Witschen, R. 1 dozen Donuts
Wolf, S. 8 lemons
Wheeler sugar for coffee

Editor's Note: All food donations are vital for the running of the Wahoos concession stand. If you will not be at the meet, please arrange to have someone else bring your food donation.

Wahoos Coaches

2009-07-12T08:44:00.000-07:00

Before the meet the coaches have fun...

Assistant coaches Michelle, Amy, Matt, and Alex cheer with Coach Jill

During the meet the coaches are all business...

Coach Jill talks to Wahoos swimmer Adam.

Another Win for Wahoos!

2009-07-11T13:40:00.000-07:00

It was down to the wire at the Hammond Park meet. After several dramatic relay finishes, the score was Wahoos 229 and Hammond Park 211. Congratulations to all swimmers!

Coach Jill and her daughter, Sarah, former Wahoos swimmer, who stepped up to time at the meet.

Coach Jill with the Kasda family. From left, Rebecca, current Wahoo; Eileen, Mary Beth, Joanna, all former Wahoos coaches and swimmers; Kathy, table worker and mom.

Scenes from the Hammond Park Meet

Swimmers of the Week: July 3, 2009

2009-07-10T07:03:00.000-07:00

10-Under Swimmers of the Week
For week ending 7/03/09

Female: Morgan Stolba - 6

Morgan is a first-year team member with a lot of determination. Her hard work in practice has helped her to improve her freestyle time by more than 18 seconds since time trials and another 48 seconds in backstroke! At the meet against Springlake she took off 8 seconds in free and 13 in backstroke since the last meet, going under a minute in both events for the first time!!!

Male: Ryan Jones - 9

Ryan just joined the Wahoos this summer and has advanced greatly since the season began. He has worked hard to improve his freestyle and backstroke, and has learned breaststroke and butterfly in a few short weeks! He had a great meet on Friday, taking 21 seconds off of 50 free, 5 seconds in breaststroke and competed in butterfly for the first time!!

11-Over Swimmers of the Week
For week ending 7/03/09

Female: Kathleen Mensing – 12

Kathleen is a returning swimmer who always has a happy, positive attitude both in and out of the pool. She had a great meet on Friday with personal best times in all three of her events! She took off over a second in 50 free from just a week ago, and 8 second in back and 6 in breaststroke since time trials!!

Male: Robert McClure – 14

Robert is another veteran Wahoo swimmer who had some great swims on Friday. Consistent practice attendance helped him take time off both of his individual events and swim a personal best relay split. He went 3 seconds faster in 50 breaststroke, and nearly 8 seconds faster in 100 IM!!!

Practice Meet at Cattail Tonight!

2009-07-09T12:45:00.000-07:00

Reminder tonight is the Practice Meet at Cattail.

We need some help in Clerk of Course with the little kids if anyone is available!

Thursday, July 9th
Practice meet against Cattail
Warm ups start at 5:30
Meet starts at 6:00.
Directions:
3600 Cattail Creek Dr.
Glenwood, MD 21738

Cattail Creek is located about 4 miles south of 70 on Rt. 97. Just make a right on Cattail Creek Drive and the pool will be on the left before you get to the club house. There is also more parking past the club house if the parking around the pool is full.

July 11 Meet v. Hammond Park: Directions and Volunteer Assignments

2009-07-07T13:43:00.000-07:00

Saturday, July 11th – Away meet against Hammond Park

Warm-ups start at 8:00 a.m.
www.eteamz.com/hpstingrays/index.cfm

Directions from their website:
8100 Helmart Drive.
Laurel, MD 20723
Office Phone: 301-725-1300

From points far North:

Take I-70 West.
Take Rt 29 South.
Take Johns Hopkins Rd/Gorman Rd exit and keep to the left. Turn left
at the light, onto Johns Hopkins Rd.
Cross over Rt 29 and continue through the traffic circle (road becomes
Gorman Rd).
Turn right onto Helmart Drive. Continue to the end, and park in the pool parking lot.

From points East:

Take Rt 32 West
Take I-95 South
Exit at 35B - Rt 216/Scaggsville, towards Scaggville.
Turn right onto Leishear Road
Turn left onto Graeloch Road
Turn left onto Helmart Drive. Continue to the end, and park in the pool parking lot.

Volunteer Assignments

As usual, contact Kay Browning at c2swim@verizon.net with questions or concerns about volunteer assignments.

Thursday Schedule

2009-07-07T06:37:00.000-07:00

There will be swim practice on Thursday morning. On Thursday evening Wahoos will swim at the Cattail Creek dual meet.

Wahoos Cheers!

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Belly flop cheer.

V-I-C-T-O-R-Y cheer.

Wahoos cheer.

So, What Do Wahoos Do When Not Swimming...

2009-07-06T20:09:00.000-07:00

...play cards

...prepare to dive in

...look stylish in a swim cap

...get a pep talk from a swimming mom

...cheer on our friends

...hang out

...look cool

...count our ribbons.

...play in the sandbox.

...pose with our friends

Hey Now, Get Your Game Gear!

2009-07-06T19:49:00.000-07:00

Spirit Wear -- "Get your game on for the Away meet against Hammond Park"

Kristie Baldwin will have apparel out after practice on Friday, however you can always request apparel through email! Shop@baldwinhome.net

Novice, Straehle, and Divisional Meets Explained

2009-07-06T19:14:00.000-07:00

Wahoo Bar & Grille in Rehoboth Beach, DE

As a new member of the team you may have heard the terms "Novice," "Straehle," and "Divisional." What are these meets? Which swimmers qualify? Mary Pat Jordan, Swim Team Rep., explains:

We have watched our Wahoos compete in 3 dual meets for a 3-1 record. We are looking forward to our last 2 dual meets and 3 “championship” meets (the Novice Meet, the Straehle Invitational Meet, and the Divisional Championship Meet). These end-of-the-season meets allow our swimmers to compete against swimmers from across the CMSL (Central Maryland Swim League). For new families or those who just need a reminder, below is a brief explanation of each of these meets.

The Novice Meet will be held on Monday, July 20 at Wynnewood Swim Club. This meet is designed for swimmers who are not usually in the fastest heat and do not usually place in dual meets. The qualification times are listed as “no faster than...” The events and times are posted by the swim team bulletin board. It is a multi-team event with lots of music, good food, and of course fast swimming! (Editor's note: In years past, heat winners win a colorful ball with the swimmer's name and time written on it!)

The Straehle Invitational Swim Meet will be held on Wednesday, July 22 at the 4 Seasons Sports Complex, in Hampstead, Maryland. This meet is an elite championship meet where swimmers must meet a pre-determined qualifying standard. Swimmers compete against other swimmers from all teams in the Central Maryland Swim League. The swimmers who have qualified are notified by Coach Jill. A list of swimmers who have already qualified for the Straehle is posted on the swim team bulletin board.

The Divisional Championship Meet will be held on Saturday, July 25 at South Carroll Swim Club, in Sykesville, Maryland. This meet is the final meet of the summer swim season. The top 4 Wahoo swimmers in each event will compete against the other teams in our division.

If you need further clarification, feel free to contact marypatjordan@aol.com or lpelkey@comcast.net.

What's Coming Up This Week!

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Whats coming up this week with West Howard WAHOOS?

Tuesday, July 7th -- deadline for signing up for the Cattail meet

Wednesday, July 8th -- Make sure you let Coach Jill know if you are NOT planning on being at the Away meet with Hammond Park!

Thursday, July 9th -- Practice meet against Cattail
Warm ups start at 5:30
Meet starts at 6 p.m.
Directions:
3600 Cattail Creek Dr.
Glenwood, MD 21738

Cattail Creek is located about 4 miles south of 70 on Rt. 97. Just make a right on Cattail Creek Drive and the pool will be on the left before you get to the club house. There is also more parking past the club house if the parking around the pool is full.

Saturday, July 11th -- Away meet against Hammond Park
Warm-ups start at 8:00 a.m.
www.eteamz.com/hpstingrays/index.cfm

Directions from their website:
8100 Helmart Drive.Laurel, MD 20723
Office Phone: 301-725-1300

From points far North:
Take I-70 West.Take Rt 29 South.Take Johns Hopkins Rd/Gorman Rd exit and keep to the left. Turn left at the light, onto Johns Hopkins Rd.Cross over Rt 29 and continue through the traffic circle (road becomes Gorman Rd).Turn right onto Helmart Drive. Continue to the end, and park in the pool parking lot.
From points East:
Take Rt 32 West
Take I-95 South
Exit at 35B - Rt 216/Scaggsville, towards Scaggville.
Turn right onto Leishear Road
Turn left onto Graeloch Road
Turn left onto Helmart Drive. Continue to the end, and park in the pool parking lot.

Jazz Trio!

2009-07-06T08:08:00.000-07:00

Jazz Trio Night (Adults Only)
Saturday, July 11th 8:30 - 11 p.m.
Come join us for a "FREE" relaxing evening at West Howard Swim Club
Saturday, July 11th at 8:30 pm

All you have to do is bring your own beverage and snacks!

SPREAD THE WORD!!!

Welcome New Swimmer Families!

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If you joined the West Howard Swim Team this season and your family photograph is not shown, please let me know so that I can take a photo of your family for the blog and the end-of-the-swim season slideshow! My e-mail is JillAnneBerry@msn.com

You Might Be...

2009-07-04T14:04:00.001-07:00

You might be a veteran swimmer family if you arrive at the swim meet with enough time to...

stop for coffee
drop off your food donation
erect a tent
find a pool umbrella or awning
find chairs for your family
apply sunscreen
write down your swimmer's race numbers on your hand

...all before warmups!

4th of July Fun Practice

2009-07-04T13:47:00.001-07:00

Waiting to dive for pennies!

The Watermelon Race.

Eating the spoils of war.

Ice pops! Thanks to Jen, mom to swimmers Lanie, Erin, and Kelly for organizing the July 4th Fun Practice!

Happy 4th of July!

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From today's swim meet against Springlake:

Don't Forget...

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Happy Independence Day! Tomorrow is the July 4th Fun Practice. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Cattail Creek Meet -- Sign up by July 7. Meet is Thursday, July 9 at Cattail Creek Country Club. Warmups start at 5:30 p.m.

Dual Meet July 9 -- Date Correction

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Practice Dual meet against Cattail Creek - Thursday evening, July 9th Warm-ups at 5:30pm

West Howard will participate in a practice dual meet against our friends and neighbors at Cattail Creek Country Club. This promises to be a fun event complete with ribbons and awards. We need to finalize the line up by the morning of Tuesday, July 7, 2009, so don’t wait – sign up now!

Each swimmer may choose 3 events from those listed below. There is no entry fee for this meet. You may sign up at the pool (look for the paper work next to swim team bulletin board) or you can email Coach Jill directly with your entries springerjc@comcast.net

#1 14 & U Girls IM
#2 14 & U Boys IM
#3 6 & U Girls 25 Free
#4 6 & U Boys 25 Free
#5 8 & U Girls 25 Free
#6 8 & U Boys 25 Free
#7 10 & U Girls 25 Free
#8 10 & U Boys 25 Free
#9 12 & U Girls 50 Free
#10 12 & U Boys 50 Free
#11 14 & U Girls 50 Free
#12 14 & U Boys 50 Free
#13 6 & U Girls 25 Back
#14 6 & U Boys 25 Back
#15 8 & U Girls 25 Back
#16 8 & U Boys 25 Back
#17 10 & U Girls 25 Back
#18 10 & U Boys 25 Back
#19 12 & U Girls 50 Back
#20 12 & U Boys 50 Back
#21 14 & U Girls 50 Back
#22 14 & U Boys 50 Back
#23 8 & U Girls 25 Breast
#24 8 & U Boys 25 Breast
#25 10 & U Girls 25 Breast
#26 10 & U Boys 25 Breast
#27 12 & U Girls 50 Breast
#28 12 & U Boys 50 Breast
#29 14 & U Girls 50 Breast
#30 14 & U Boys 50 Breast
#31 8 & U Girls 25 Fly
#32 8 & U Boys 25 Fly
#33 10 & U Girls 25 Fly
#34 10 & U Boys 25 Fly
#35 12 & U Girls 50 Fly
#36 12 & U Boys 50 Fly
#37 14 & U Girls 50 Fly
#38 14 & U Boys 50 Fly

The meet will start at 6 pm. Warm-up at 5:30.

We also need to bring the following volunteers, if you are interested please contact Coach Jill or sign up on the board.

Clerk of Course (2)
Timers (12)
Stroke & Turn Judges (4) – if possible, just let us know
Ribbon Writer (2)

Directions:

Cattail Creek is located about 4 miles south of 70 on Rt. 97. Just make a right on Cattail Creek Drive and the pool will be on the left before you get to the club house. There is also more parking past the club house if the parking around the pool is full.
3600 Cattail Creek Dr.
Glenwood, MD 21738

Pep Rally, July 3rd Meet, July 4th Celebration

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Thursday - July 2nd

Independence Day Pep Rally/Dinner
6 - 8 pm

Hot dogs and desserts will be served.
Bring a side dish to share and BYO drinks.

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Friday MORNING July 3rd

Swim Meet against Springlake

Warm up starts at 7:30 a.m.!
Bring food donations!
Come ready to volunteer for your assigned job! Click on this link for: http://gowahoos.blogspot.com/2009/06/july-3-volunteer-assignments.html

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Saturday, July 4th

Fun and Games Celebration 9 - 11 a.m.

Look for the sign up at the pool on the bulletin board.

Food Donations--July 3rd Meet

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Food Donations... Important: If you can not bring your food item to the meet, please have someone bring it to the meet for you.

Allmon, B. 2 dozen English muffins
Aud, C. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Baker, J. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Baldwin, B. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Barlow, T. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Barrett, A. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Berry, J. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Berry, K. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Blackburn 2 packages hot dog rolls
Blodgett, G. 2 boxes of pop tarts any flavor
Bodine, T. 2 boxes of pop tarts any flavor
Bosley, R. 1 container of half and half for coffee
Bower, J. 1 container of half and half for coffee
Bowman, D. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Bowser, B. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Brewer, D. 2-2 gallon jugs of spring water
Brock, S. 2-2 gallon jugs of spring water
Brodsky, J. 2 chopped up onions for hotdogs
Browning, C. Celery - 1 full stalk, washed & cut
Byrd, G. Cucumbers - 3, sliced in rounds in bag
Caffey, S. Cherry Tomatoes - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Cassity, M. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Condor, S. 1 flavored hazelnut liquid creamer for coffee
Cooper, M. 1 flavored vanilla liquid creamer for coffee
Crafton Celery - 1 full stalk, washed & cut
DeSantis, R. 2 large onions, sliced thin
Dowd, B. 2 large onions, sliced thin
Dumler, B. 2 dozen eggs
Elia, P. 2 dozen eggs
Feld, T. 2 dozen eggs
Fisher, J. 2 dozen eggs
Fitzgibbon, J. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Ford, C. 2 dozen English muffins
Foster, S. 2 dozen English muffins
Goodman, T. 2 dozen English muffins
Grimm, B. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Habeeb, J. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Hammert, M. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Hennessy, P. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Hensel, J. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Hough, J. 2 dozen eggs
Hyer, S. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Ippolito, V. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Jones, T. 1 dozen Assorted Bagels (sliced)
Jordan, L. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Kaiser, J. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Kapinos, S. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Kasda, B. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Kavadias, J. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Kemp, B. Tortilla Chips - 2 large bags
Kraus, J. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Lakin, T. 5 red, ripe sliced tomatoes for hamburgers
Leimenstoll, D. 2 heads of lettuce washed and cut for hamburgers
Lengel, L. 2 heads of lettuce washed and cut for hamburgers
Letellier, T. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Lucas, D. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
MacDonald, B. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Marcinkus, F. Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Marcoux Watermelon - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
McClure, B. Blueberries - 2 pints, washed, no stems
McClure,S. Blueberries - 2 pints, washed, no stems
McGee, D. Red Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Meissner, B. Red Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Mensing, D. Green Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Miller, B. Strawberries - 2 pints, washed, sliced
Milligan, P. Strawberries - 2 pints, washed, sliced
Moore, B Green Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Moore, C Green Grapes - 1 gallon bag, washed, no stems
Moran, G. 8 pack - individual Tropicana OJ containers
Muneses, J. Strawberries - 2 pints, washed, sliced
Myers, J. 8 pack - individual Tropicana OJ containers
O’Byrne, M. Onions and peppers sliced
Paregol, I 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Parker, J. Cucumbers - 3, sliced in rounds in bag
Payan Canteloupe - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Pearce, J. Canteloupe - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Pelkey, K. Canteloupe - 1 gallon bag, cut in pieces
Peterson, T. 2 Red & 2 Green Peppers - washed, sliced in bag
Piorkowski, J Broccoli Crowns - 1 gallon bag, washed & cut
Poltorak, S. Cherry Tomatoes - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Powers, R. Cherry Tomatoes - 2 pints, washed, no stems
Prezelski, A. Cucumbers - 3, sliced in rounds in bag
Proviano, M. Baby Carrots - 2 pound bag
Rachuba, R. Baby Carrots - 2 pound bag
Reese, J. Celery - 1 full stalk, washed & cut
Reese, R. 1 dozen Assorted muffins
Regan, M. 1 dozen Assorted muffins
Rhine, S. 1 dozen Assorted muffins
Ritter, T. 1 dozen Donuts
Roschella, J. Sliced Oinions and Peppers in bag
Rossomondo 1 dozen Donuts
Ryan, J. 1 dozen Donuts
Sames, D. 1 dozen Donuts
Scheinberg, S. 1 dozen Donuts
Schettig, M. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Schoepfer, R. 1 dozen Donuts
Simon, B. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Sirenne, J. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Skroupa, M. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Small, M. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Smith, J. 1 package yellow American Cheese - 24 slices
Sobieski, J. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Sroka, M. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Stolba, D. 2 packages hamburger rolls
Suristis, R. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Swanhart, S. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Symmes 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Tatum, S. 2 packages hot dog rolls
Taylor, G. 8 pack - individual Tropicana OJ containers
Terrier, J. 8 pack - individual Tropicana OJ containers
Thesing, E. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Thompson, L. 2 packages club rolls (for sausages)
Turvin, M. 2 dozen English muffins
Valavanis,M. 2 dozen English muffins
Votta, G. Broccoli Crowns - 1 gallon bag, washed & cut
Welsh, R. 5 red, ripe sliced tomatoes for hamburgers
Wilmeth, M. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Wingert, S. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Witschen, R. 2 packages of beef hotdogs
Wolf, S. 1 dozen Donuts

Debbie O'Byrne
Concessions Coordinator

Swimmers of the Week!

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Last week's meet was a hard-fought loss of 276 to 210. Here's to a good showing on Friday against Springlake. Swimmers take your marks!

10-Under Swimmers of the Week
For week ending 6/27/09

Female: Grace Meissner – 6
Grace is a second-year swimmer who swims with incredible “grace” for a six-year-old. She has quickly learned all 4 strokes and showed off her butterfly in a meet for the first time last Saturday. She also improved her freestyle by nearly 7 seconds and placed third, and shaved another 4 seconds off of her backstroke to win first place!!

Male: Joseph Roschella – 10
Joseph is a veteran Wahoo swimmer with great determination whenever he’s in the pool. He had a great meet against Andover with three very exciting first place finishes, each of them by fractions of a second! All three races resulted in new personal best times for Joseph as well!!!

11-Over Swimmers of the Week
For week ending 6/27/09

Female: Amanda Baldwin - 14
Amanda has been a Wahoo swimmer for several summers and always displays a great attitude in both practice and at meets. Her efforts paid off in our second meet where she scored two third place finishes and swam a personal best relay split. She also improved her 100 IM time by nearly 5 seconds and took off more than a second in 50 breaststroke!!

Male: James Sirenne – 11
James is a new swimmer this year who has come a long way in just a few short weeks as a first-time swimmer. He has improved significantly in both freestyle and backstroke, and has quickly learned breaststroke as well! Last Saturday he swam personal best times in all three of his events, improving by 11 seconds in 50 free, 16 seconds in backstroke and almost 6 seconds in breaststroke!!

Congratulations to all Swimmers of the Week from Coach Jill!

July 3: Volunteer Assignments

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The next home meet is July 3 at West Howard v. Springlake. Remember the meet is on Friday NOT Saturday. Warmups start at 7:30 a.m.

Contact Kay Browning for volunteer assignments that Wahoos parents agreed to at registration time in May. Kay Browning, Volunteer Coordinator, needs ALL volunteers to do their assigned jobs at the July 3rd meet.

Scenes from the Pool

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Team Picture Preview

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Coaching Kids

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Friendship

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