Bell Creek Barracudas

This checklist may be useful to parents as they prepare for a meet

What Swimmers Should Bring to Meets:

Sunscreen and Goggles

Team swim cap and team t shirt

Extra clothes to stay warm and dry for the ride home

Towels

Water bottles filled with water or sports drink

Light, healthy snacks (fruit, pretzels, etc.)

Something to keep busy during events (books, games, electronics, etc.)

Folding chair or blanket to sit on

Sharpies for writing events on swimmers arms

Note: Put your child’s name on EVERYTHING!!

What Parents Should Bring to Meets:

Your swimmer(s) on time for warm-ups

Chairs for viewing the meet

A loud voice and positive attitude for team cheering

Snacks or money for snacks or dinner for yourself and/or swimmer

Willingness to help and pitch in wherever needed. Our team cannot function without contributions from all parents.

General Notes for Parents:

Bring your swimmer to practice five minutes early and arrive at meet locations 15 minutes before warm ups.

Have all equipment on hand for swimmer (any suit for practice and goggles; team suit, cap and goggles for meets).

Encourage! Encourage! Encourage! Teach your swimmer to focus on setting goals, stroke technique and improving on individual times, not on getting ribbons.

Have patience with your swimmer. It takes time to develop each stroke. Bringing your child to as many practices as possible will further their stroke development and help to build confidence as they prepare for meets.  Swimmers may attend one or both practices each day, unless prior approval from Coach Katie is received.