Hello Parents!

After today's first day of "official practice,"we would like to say that we are so happy with the turn out so early in the season. We know that this summer will fly by. Luke Plese is going to get white board to keep out at the pool where we can post announcements, so keep your eyes out for that. Another reminder is that our meet entries are due for the Coppell meet tomorrow, Tuesday. Please get those to us tomorrow at practice. If you need assistance filling out the form check with a coach or a returning swimmer's parent.

We are aware that there has been some confusion about practice times. The "older group" comes in at 7:00 a.m. and the "younger group" comes in at 7:30 a.m. We know that some families have conflicts that cause them to come at different times, just let the coaches know and we will work something out. Again, if you have questions please ask.

Lastly one of the ways that we disperse information to families on deck is a file box that will be out daily. The box contains tabs, each labeled with your swimmer's name. We will put information in those folders. Once we get a final count for all the new kids on the team, we will work on updating the box and this will be completed early next week. It will be important for your family to check the box regularly for important team information.

Do not hesitate to ask us any questions and thank you for your patience as we get these summer team started!

We are looking forward to an exciting summer!

Coach Elena and Coach Brittany

2012 Season Information

Evening Practice/Tryouts are Wednesday and Thursday this week 6-7:30PM. This is an open format. If you can't make it on time don't worry just show up anytime during that window.

Morning practice starts Monday June 4th. Coaches will assign practice groups and start times. Until you are assigned follow this: Age 11-21 7:00AM Age 4-10 7:30AM.

The first meet of the season is Saturday June 9th @ Coppell YMCA. Information will be e-mailed and available at practice.

If you are not getting emails from the team please email richardson.rapids@hotmail.com and request to be added to the list.

If you are on Facebook, we do have a team page. Search for Richardson Rapids and request to join the group.

Lone Star Results- STATE CHAMPS AGAIN!!

WOW! What a great Lone Star!! We took home the repeat of the Summer Division title as well as had a few High Point winners!! Here are the results for all events- WAY TO GO RAPIDS!!!

https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B6obb02XnU3TNTIyN2YwYzgtNDU3NS00OTlhLTkzN2UtODc4YTkyYTNlNDY2&hl=en_US

Rapids 2011 Banquet

Rapids-

What a great season. We beat the Ryan Stingrays by only 48 points. That is just a handful of events. We went into Sunday down 83 points. Every point truly does matter.

Please join us at the Richardson YMCA on Saturday July 30th - 4:30PM for our end of the year banquet. We will have bbq, hot dogs and all the fixins.

This is a pool party so come prepared. Parents are more than welcome to join in the fun.

Awards will be handed out, and everyone will receive a participation award.

We will have all the Lone Star medals that weren't picked up, as well as any ribbons left in the box.

Lone Star Parade

Come join the Rockin Rapids!! Sunday afternoon, we will be rocking out for the annual Lone Star parade! Bring your favorite rockstar gear, air guitars, and long hair wigs!!

Lone Star Info

Here is a recap of the meeting after tonights carb-tastic dinner:

-Morning sessions are pushed back. Warm ups are now at 8AM. All other schedules are the same.
-Be on time. You cannot miss an event at Lone Star. Missing an event means DQ for the entire meet.
-Pay attention during the meet. It will go fast, attendance is down this year.
-Check in and check out with coaches. The coaches will have their chairs set up on the side of the pool you need to walk by to get to the blocks. Make sure the swimmers get their stickers for their fish.
-Do not park on the side streets. Additional parking is located throughout the athletic complex.
-Small soft sided coolers only.
-Swimmers on deck, Parents in the stands. Swimmers can of course come say hi and hang for a little bit but encourage them to be with the team on deck.
-Do not miss your relay! Check, double check, then re-check with coach if you need to be in a relay event.
-If you make a final you must come back to swim it. If you are an alternate, please try to show up. You may be placed in the event.
-Sunday 2:30PM Parade.
-Sunday Coaches Relay. Any Moms or Dads want to show off their skills? (Sunday before awards)
-Bring healthy snacks, comfortable chairs, change of swimsuit and 2 towels.

Natatorium Address:
Frisco ISD Natatorium
7411 North First Street
Frisco, Texas 75033
469-633-6160

Upcoming Important Dates

PLEASE make sure the following are on your calendar!

Friday July 1 and Monday July 4- NO PRACTICE! Enjoy your holiday weekend!

Wednesday July 6- Picture day! Be there by 7:30 and wear your Rapids swim suit and t-shirt! Shirts are still available for $10!

Also on Wednesday- League Champs entries are due along with a check for $15 made payable to Richardson YMCA

Friday July 8- Lap A Thon! Forms went home with swimmers already, so please be working on those pledges!

Monday and Tuesday, July 11 and 12- money is due for the Skate Party Pep Rally!

Saturday July 16- Skate Party/Pep Rally/Lone Star prep!

Richardson Meet 2 results

Congrats to all the Rapids on your great swimming last Saturday! Next up- League Champs!!

https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B6obb02XnU3TZmU0ZWNiZTEtMjNkOS00ODNhLTg5ZmYtYzBhMTFlZmVkMDlj&hl=en_US