Dear Piranha Families:

It’s finally here …. the start of the Parklawn Piranhas summer swim season! We can’t wait to see everyone back on deck.

We’ll send a weekly newsletter every Sunday night throughout the season to share updates for the upcoming week. Each email will contain essential information to keep you well-informed and prepared for a successful season. 

Practice Begins Tuesday!

Check the Official Practice Schedule and make sure your swimmer has all the necessary equipment ready to go.

Need a reminder of what to bring? Find the Equipment List here.

We understand that school and other sports conflicts exist over the next few weeks - no problem.

Download the TeamSnap app and make sure you’re set up for the Summer Team (not Winter)! This is how coaches communicate weather-related cancellations and send important reminders.

Action Item: Sign Up for Time Trials (June 8)

Time Trials is our first meet of the season. It’s a great way to shake off the rust and get everyone back into meet mode.

What to do ahead of time:

• Please mark your swimmer’s availability on Swimtopia
• Sign up for a volunteer job on Swimtopia
• If your swimmer can’t attend, email Karen Corbett

The deadline to sign up is June 1 so get your entries in now!

Action Item: Mark Your ‘A Meet’ Availability

Already know your swimmer(s)’ A meet availability? Go ahead and update your meet entries now. They will close the Saturday before each meet. A Meets are “coach select” events, so signing up signals to coaches whether your swimmer is available or not.

The Piranha-thon is Back!

Our annual Piranha-thon is back again this season. This is our big fundraising effort for the Parklawn Piranha Boosters and it’s an incredible display of endurance and team spirit.

The date is TBD, but we do know it will take place during a regular practice time. Swimmers are expected to attend this special practice even if they don’t have pledges. We understand that spring sports may conflict, but we ask swimmers to prioritize this team-building event.

And families, come out and cheer on your swimmers! This is a highlight of the season.

Last year, we raised over $17,000! Can we set a team best this year??

Questions? Contact Andrea Cordero & Rebecca Cervoni

Sunday Clinics with Coach Kevin

These special sessions are for swimmers who are legal in all four strokes and want to work on improving technique and race strategies. The focus areas vary each week, centering around starts, breakouts, underwaters, racing, and IM transitions.

Sign-up is required and spots are limited! 

Details:

Sunday mornings (on calendar)

• 12 & Unders: 8:00–9:00 AM
• 13 & Overs: 9:00–10:00 AM

Seniors NVSL Scholarship Deadline: June 9

The NVSL offers scholarships to swimmers who are seniors. The application is due June 9. Don’t miss this opportunity! 

A few notes before you go….

• Looking for one-on-one coaching? Some of our coaches over private coaching.
• Need a sitter or a driver? Some of our older Piranhas are available! 
• Going to miss practice for camp or travel? Keep your swimmer in shape with our DIY swim workouts.
• Print the attached "Fridge Sheet" to stay organized all season long!

Let’s make it a great season, Piranhas!