Please remember, you are not expected to participate in every meet that is available. We like to see swimmers compete in at least one meet per month. During the shorter summer season, two meets per month would be ideal. This allows swimmers (and coaches) the ability to evaluate what progress the swimmers have made and also what areas still need improvement. The swimmers are currently working on goal setting, and meets allow them to continuously evaluate where they are in relation their goals - this also helps the swimmers to stay motivated during practices.
There is one meet this summer that we highly encourage the swimmers to participate in. It is on July 15th, and is in Avon Lake, Ohio. It is an invitational meet with USA teams, YMCA teams, and some summer recreation teams. Last year we had a tent with food and drinks and the kids had a blast (and so did the coaches and parents!). Almost the entire NEON team was able to make the meet last year and we would love to have another great turn-out this summer. Last summer we were able to have several relays in almost all of the various age groups, and the kids really enjoyed the competition (not to mention the ability to enjoy the "fun" parts of the outdoor pool during the break). So please check your calendars, and if the date is open, mark 'NEON swim meet' down!
Meet Date Entry Due Date
6/9-6/10 Solon 5/21
6/16-6/17 Findlay Flag City Invite 5/23
7/6-7/8 Freelander TBD
7/15 Avon Lake Invite 6/15
7/27-7/29 Long Course Champs TBD
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