EMC Eels families,

A group of eels is called a swarm, so each Sunday of the season, we will group together through email to take a look at the week ahead.

This week is Preseason Clinics, and there’s a clinic for everyone!

Monday - Thursday

Elver’s Clinics, 5pm and 5:35pm

Rookie Camp, 6:10pm (no need to register – new, water-safe swimmers can just show up)

Stroke clinics, 7-8pm (previous team members sign up by purchasing their desired days through the team store)

Friday – no practice; pool is closed

Sponsorship deadline extended

FOR REAL THIS TIME, All sponsorship forms and money must be turned in TOMORROW :) It’s been so fun to see the Family Sponsorships come through and we want to include YOU.

Merchandise

Lore will have goggles and fan shirts available for purchase at the pool this Monday and Tuesday. Remember to get your team shirts and suits ordered via the team store by April 24.

Upcoming events

• Monday, April 13 Sponsorship deadline for businesses and families
• Monday, April 20 Regular season practice starts
• Thursday, April 23 Parent Information meetings at 5:30 and 6:45 (come to whichever fits your schedule) at the pool

Facility Reminders

We are guests of New Caney ISD. No meals in the stands, playing in elevators or the fountain, or balls on the turf. If there is an event happening in the community room, please stay on the natatorium side. We share the pool with NEHA, and we all hold each other to a high standard so that we can continue our partnerships with the district.

Equipment Reminders

All swimmers should come to practice with a one-piece swimsuit and goggles they are comfortable in. Caps are helpful for protecting the hair and reducing drag. If you are unsure how to put on a cap, don’t hesitate to ask for help! It’s a learned skill. Caps and goggles are available for purchase through our team store, or onsite next week. Coach Isaiah has a few other pieces of optional equipment he recommends:

• Fins teach proper foot placement for an improved kick. Look for “long blade training fins” (not snorkeling fins or short-blade fins, even though those are cooler colors).
• Buoys isolate the leg muscles to build arm strength
• Older swimmers may use paddles to learn proper arm place and improve their catch in the water.

Please reach out with any questions. See you at the pool TOMORROW!

EMC Board of Directors

Fast. Ferocious. Family.