2012 Alumni Meet Results

Great event to everyone that was involved. Thank you very much to the excited Alumni that participated, (excited to see you all next year!), to the timers, table, and starter. And thank you also everyone that was there cheering the meet on! Very cool to see several generations of Loggerhead Swimming!

Final Score
Alumni: 69
Current Loggerheads: 79

Alumni Meet Results:
Alumni Meet Results
Relay Lane Assignments


Updated Records
Alumni Meet Records
Alumni Team Records
LHY Team Alumni Meet Records

Previous Year Results
2011

NEW LOGGERHEAD PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Hello, Loggerheads. First of all let's say a huge "Congratulations!" to our beloved Coach Joel Blesh, who has been given the honor of being named the new Head Coach of the Lock Haven Lady Eagle Swim Team. Coach Joel- we are very proud of you and can't wait to root on the Eagles! We will miss you so much and thank you for all the time and dedication you have poured into reviving the Lock Haven Loggerhead Swim Team into an exciting, and competitive team where kids can grow and learn and more importantly...have fun!

Secondly, let's say a huge "Thank You!" to our wonderful assistant coaches who are taking the reigns. We are certainly in good hands. Thank you Coach Carol Matheny and Colt Coffman! Thank you also to the many other volunteers who are keeping us full steam ahead!

Because of this change in our coaching staff, the practice schedule has to be rearranged to manage all of our swimmers appropriately. Please see the attached documents below for a new team schedule. We apologize for any this might in convenience, but we ask for your patience as we are transitioning.

Go Loggerheads!

Loggerhead Group Practice Schedule

What will My Swimmer Practice- Week 1?

Practice Canceled for October 29th

We will not hold swim clinic tonight, October 29th due to weather.

Winter Swim Team Information Posted

Welcome all to the home of the Lock Haven YMCA Loggerhead Swim Team for the 2012-2013 season!

We have updated our site with information regarding the 2012-2013 swim season, including our seasonal flyer and group information. As always, if you have a question please direct it to Coach Joel (joelblesh@gmail.com) and he will be happy to give you more information!

Quick Reference Information

Winter Swim Team Flyer

Practice Groups and Times

Winter Swim Team FAQ

GO LOGGERHEADS!

2012-2013 Winter Team Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be a good swimmer to join the team?

All you need to join the LHY winter swim team is be able to make it one length of the pool! Swimmers will progress throughout the season and all four competitive strokes will be introduced.

Do I need to be a member of the Lock Haven YMCA to be on the team?

Yes, to be on the Loggerhead Winter Swim Team a swimmer must be a member of the Lock Haven YMCA. This is a national rule established by the YMCA of the USA. The Loggerheads compete in the Central PA YMCA Swim League and the league is closed to just YMCA competition.

Do I have to buy a team suit?

A team suit is not required for participation in swim meets. (But they do look pretty cool)  

Where can I get team merchandise?

An order of team merchandise will be available at the beginning of the season. Parents will receive an order form via email (and team website) and will have a firm deadline to order merchandise. A limited quantity of extras will be available through the YMCA’s front desk.

Are meets held every weekend?

Meets are NOT held every weekend. The season runs from November-March with there generally being 2 meets per month. Swimmers are not required to attend any meet, but meet participation is encouraged. Please just let Coach Joel know a few days prior to the meet if you will not be attending.

How does the team communicate to parents?

We use multiple forms of communication on the Loggerhead Swim Team. The team has a subscription to the “one call” service that places a call with every parent on the swim team as well as an email list that coach Joel will use to send important messages to the team. The team also uses this website (http://www.loggerheadswim.com/) as well as a facebook group. (http://www.facebook.com/Loggerheadswim)

Hard copies of important information (schedules, championship packets…etc) can be found on the bulletin board right outside of Coach Joel’s office. There will also be the occasional email from the team Parent Association.

What if school is canceled?

If school is canceled due to weather, practice will also be canceled.

How many practices does my son or daughter have to attend?

Practice is not required to be on the Loggerhead Swim Team. Though, it is important to note that there is a direct correlation between practice and improvement at all ages.

Swimmers that are in the Age Group A should attend 2 times per week

Swimmers that are in Age Group B should attend 3 days per week

Swimmers that are in Age Group C should attend 4-5 days per week

Swimmers that are in the Pre-Senior group should try to make 4-5 days of practice.

Senior swimmers should try to make all practices offered per week.

Do I have to help out at swim meets?

Parents are encouraged to help out at swim meets and become involved with the parent association. This organization can not run without a great parent group. Please remember, if you are brand new to swimming, you will not be asked to be the head official of the meet. But, every meet needs timers, and the more we have the more we can switch out and give others a break. There is also a concession stand that is a big fundraiser for the association. If you have questions about the parent association, please contact our President: Jim Tomalonis at 570-660-1329 or cedar-springs@comcast.net. 

How do you decide relays when there are more than four kids in an age group?

If an age group has more than 4 swimmers, relays are determined by putting together the fastest four times in the events necessary to make the fastest relay. Pre season time trials will be held two times before the beginning of the season . Please make sure your swimmer is at one of those time trial meets so that way they can have times.

I would like to swim YMCA, but train elsewhere, is that okay?
Absolutely. Many swimmers train elsewhere and participate with a YMCA team when they want to take part in the local competitions that the Loggerhead YMCA team has to offer. An example of this would be a swimmer participating at a high school level elsewhere but wants to represent the Lock Haven YMCA in YMCA meets, this is no problem and just has to be arranged with Coach Joel.

Is my child good enough to swim in the CPYSL Championships?

The CPYSL Championship meet is for EVERY swimmer in the league. There are no qualifying standard times, and the only requirement is that swimmers participate in two closed YMCA competitions, so every swimmer is more than welcome to participate. This meet is the only meet of the year (aside from other invitational meets) that gives out ribbons and awards. Your child will also get a super awesome green cap that they can only get for being on the championship team.

What is the Pentathlon?

The Pentathlon is the final meet of the season for swimmers that have not made the qualifying times for Districts. This event has swimmers participate in all four events and then an individual medley. This is our largest annual fundraiser, so it is important that we have a great showing at the meet as well as some great parent help. This is another meet in which swimmers can get ribbons, medals and trophies.

Any other questions? Contact Coach Joel: joelblesh@gmail.com

Loggerhead Awards Banquet Info!

We will have our summer awards banquet on Wednesday, September 5^th at the Lock Haven Catholic School. The time will be from 5:30-7:30pm. Spaghetti will be served and we will have some awards for the swimmers celebrating their great summer season. (3^rd place in the league!) and prepare for a great winter season!

Please bring your plates, forks, and appetite! Dinner will be served right as you walk in the door at 5:30 and I plan on having awards and such 100% done by 7:00pm so the kiddos can all get home and get to their normal bedtime of 7:30!

In addition, we will have some fun days for the swimmers next week where we will have a few games for them to play and have some free time in the pool with one another. This will be next Tuesday and Thursday (August 28^thand 30^th) from 4-5. Anyone that swam this year is welcome to participate!

Hope y’all had a great August and are very excited to get prepared for the winter season! If anyone has any questions whatsoever for me, please don’t hesitate to email me! 

Practice Location Change Friday 7/20

Practice tonight will be at the same time, but at the Lock Haven YMCA due to weather

1st practice- 4:00-5:00pm

2nd practice- 5:00-6:30pm

Practice Time and Location Change 7/19

In looking at the weather map, there is some weather supposed to blow in around 5pm. To just be safe, we will just change our practice location tonight to the Lock Haven Area YMCA. There will be no change in time.

1st practice-4-5pm

2nd practice- 5-6:30pm

Please send texts and call your friends of the team to let them know. Thank you Loggerhead Parents.

Championship Meet Times For This Saturday

Session 1:

11-12

13-14

15 and Over

Warm Up: 8:30-8:50am. On deck to stretch at 8:20am.

There will be one way sprints at 9:30-9:50am

Meet Start 10:00am

Session 2:

8 and Under

9-10

1:30-1:50pm. On deck to stretch at 1:20pm

There will be one way sprints at 2:30-2:50pm

Meet Start 3:00pm

Again, the only way to pay is through the front desk at the YMCA. Please do this before Friday!

Loyalsock Meet 7/17

Try to be on the deck at 5:15 with our warm up starting at 5:30.

GPS Address

Loyalsock Township Pool           

2103 Northway Road        

Williamsport PA

From EAST or WEST on I-180/220,

take the FAXON EXIT onto NORTHWAY ROAD.   (straight ahead)

After THIRD STOPLIGHT (FOUR MILE DRIVE), pool is on your LEFT.

It should take you about 30-35 minutes from the Lock Haven Exit to their pool parking lot. Entries have been emailed as of noon! Remember, this is a short course meter pool, so times will be off but can be converted!

Last dual meet of the season, GO LOGGERHEADS.

Meet Info 7/10 and 7/12

Tonight's meet will start at 6:00pm. Because we're the home team, We warm up first, which will be at 5:00-5:30pm. I would like the swimmers on deck with their events written on their hand at 4:45pm. This will also be the same time for Thursday's meet (Also at Home)

If you will not be attending the meet tonight, please let Coach Joel know ASAP. You may also let him know for the meet Thursday as well!

Practice 7/5 and 7/6 Location Change

Practice for 7/5 and 7/6 will be at the Lock Haven Area YMCA

Practice Times Updated

The Mill Hall Pool will need another week, so the modified schedule can be viewed here.

We will be at the Lock Haven YMCA for one more week.

Summer Swim Team Sign Up Info

Come join the fun this summer with the Loggerhead Summer Swim Team! Our season begins June 1^st and runs through the end of July.

Swimmers only have to be able to swim one length of the pool to participate. No prior team experience necessary!

Sign up anytime at the front desk of the Lock Haven YMCA or come get questions answered during one of our sign up nights at the YMCA!

May 22nd and May 29th

6pm-8pm

Financial assistance is available!

Cost: 

$55 Members

$70 Potential Members

Multiple Child Discount:

$5                   2^nd child

$10                 3^rd child

$15                 Each additional child

To be submitted to the Lock Haven YMCA's front desk 
Registration Form


For your Information
Practice Group Description 
Frequently Asked Questions 
Summer Swim Team Schedules

Summer Swim Team FAQ

Do I have to be a good swimmer to join the team?

All you need to join the LHY summer swim team is be able to make it one length of the pool! Swimmers will progress throughout the season and all four competitive strokes will be introduced.

How will I know what practice group my child is in?
Our team is broken up into 5 different skill groups. You can check out the descriptions here. This page is also linked on our side bar.

Do I need to be a member of the Lock Haven YMCA to be on the team?

The summer team does not require you to be a member of the YMCA to be part of our program.

Do I have to buy a team suit? 

A team suit is not required for participation in swim meets. (But they do look pretty cool)  Loggerhead suits are available. 

Are meets held every weekend?

Meets are NOT held every weekend. The season runs from June-July with meets starting at the end of June and BESL Championships at the end of July. Swimmers are not required to attend any meet, but meet participation is encouraged. Please just let Coach Joel know a few days prior to the meet if you will not be attending.

How does the team communicate to parents?

We use multiple forms of communication on the Loggerhead Swim Team. The team has a subscription to the “one call” service that places a call with every parent on the swim team as well as an email list that Coach Joel will use to send important messages to the team. The team also uses this website (http://www.loggerheadswim.com/) as well as a facebook group. (http://www.facebook.com/Loggerheadswim)

Hard copies of important information (schedules, championship packets…etc) can be found on the bulletin board right outside of Coach Joel’s office. There will also be the occasional email from the team Parent Association.

How many practices does my son or daughter have to attend?

Practice is not required to be on the Loggerhead Swim Team. Though, it is important to note that there is a direct correlation between practice and improvement at all ages.

Number of practices to attend:

Age Group A practice 2 times a week

Age Group B practice 3 times a week

Age Group C practices 3-5 days a week

Swimmers that are in the Pre-Senior group should try to make 4-5 days of practice.

Senior swimmers should try to make all practices offered per week.

Do I have to help out at swim meets?

Parents are encouraged to help out at swim meets and become involved with the parent association. This organization can not run without a great parent group. Please remember, if you are brand new to swimming, you will not be asked to be the head official of the meet. But, every meet needs timers, and the more we have the more we can switch out and give others a break. There is also a concession stand that is a big fundraiser for the association. If you have questions about the parent association, please contact our President: Jim Tomalonis at 570-660-1329 or cedar-springs@comcast.net. 

How do you decide relays when there are more than four kids in an age group?

If an age group has more than 4 swimmers, relays are determined by putting together the fastest four times in the events necessary to make the fastest relay. Pre season time trials will be held in June . Please make sure your swimmer is at one of these time trial meets so that way they can have times. If the age group has 8 swimmers in it, the next fastest 4 will end up in the "B" relay. There is no limit to how many relays we can have!

Is my child good enough to swim in the BESL Championships?

The Bald Eagle Swim League Championship meet is for ALL swimmers participating in the league throughout the season. This meet is welcome to ALL Loggerhead swimmers and we want to have as many swimmers participate as possible to show Loggerhead pride! (The more green the better!)

Coach Joel will give you sign up information in the middle of the season with important deadlines. Swimmers that sign up will receive a special green championship cap!

Any other questions? Contact Coach Joel: joelblesh@gmail.com

Clinic Schedule

There is still time to sign up for the Loggerhead Clinic!

The schedules have been posted online here.

State Meet Updates

Check out our Facebook page for updates from the State Meet!

http://www.facebook.com/Loggerheadswim

GO LOGGERHEADS!

Loggerhead Swim Clinic

View the flyer here.

11 and Under

Tuesday/Thursday/Friday

April 5^th-May 22^rd

21 Sessions

3:15-4:00pm

$40 

12 and Up

Monday-Thursday

April 3^rd-May 23rd

28 Sessions

4:30-5:30pm

$50 

Loggerheads Have Big Weekend in Pittsburgh!

Our Loggerheads traveled out to Chartiers Valley High School in Pittsburgh this weekend to participate in the PA West District Championships, and will be sending 6 swimmers to Penn State University for the East-West State Meet on March 24^th-25^th. After a long weekend of swimming, the Loggerheads have come out with their best district performance in years! Congratulations again to all 13 of our district qualifiers

Mark Myers

Nolan Dale

Ethan Dale

Brandon Kibler

Phil Rodo

Ben Jones

Jordan Suter

Tyler Sheets

Emma Persun

Avery Mahoney

Thomas Haftl

Michelle Haftl

Julius Tomalonis

13-14

Nolan Dale and Brandon Kibler both had lifetime bests in their 50 and 100 freestyle with Nolan advancing to the East-West State meet individually in the 100 free. The swim of the day came when Nolan and Brandon teamed up with Mark Myers and Ethan Dale to advance in the 200 free relay with a time of 1:48.34, placing them on the LHY top 5 list!

15 and Over

Coming off of the emotional high of the PIAA District 6/9 swim meet our Senior swimmers came out and gave a pretty good effort clocking a lot of solid swims. Jordan Suter swam a 2:00.25 in the 200 Freestyle, earning him a spot on LHY’s top 5 list. Phil Rodo improved his place on the list by going 23.79 in the 50 freestyle.

9-10

Emma Persun were the only two girls representing the Loggerheads at the District meet, and they'll also be at the State meet! Emma dropped 1.44 seconds to advance in the 50 fly with a time of 35.99. Avery Mahoney dropped 2.63 seconds to go 36.86 in the 50 back and is moving on! Thomas Haftl was the lone boy representative, and though his day was over quickly (swan just the 50 free) he made a great impact by finishing out with a lifetime best!

11-12

Julius Tomalonis had a solid performance in the 200 free clocking a time of 2:28.97. Michelle Haftl had drops in both of her events, going a lifetime best in the 200 free at 2:23.58, and the 50 back with a 33.83, both of which were Top 5 performances. 

District Results

Full write up will be coming tomorrow! The Top 5 swims list is also updated!

LHY Results

Full Meet Results

We had a lot of GREAT swims! Congrats to our 6 swimmers moving on to States!

Nolan Dale
Ethan Dale
Brandon Kibler
Mark Myers
Emma Persun
Avery Mahoney

Pentathlon Results

Results for the 2012 Lock Haven YMCA can be found here!

Loggerheads showing off their hardware!

Big thanks to Coach Colt for the picture!

Pentathlon Info

The 32nd Annual Zoltoski Pentathlon will be held this Saturday at Zimmerly pool in Lock Haven.

There is still time to enter! Contact Coach Joel, joelblesh@gmail.com and let him know or just deck enter! Note: Deck entries will be completely CLOSED at 12:30pm. Entries at 12:31pm will not be accepted.

Warm ups will be 12:00-1:00. The lane assignments will be posted here and emailed to participating coaches.

Swimmers take part in each of the individual events and an IM. There will be a brief break in between the Free and IM events where swimmers can warm up and participate in time trials. Immediately following the meet we will host time trials.

Time trials will cost $2.50 per event, $10 per relay.

Championship Results Posted

The meet results and scores have been posted and can be found here!

CPYSL Championship Info

If you are looking for info on the CPYSL Championship meet, please go here OR head over to the link in the sidebar!

LHY Pentathlon Information

Thank you EVERYONE for making the 2012 Zoltoski Pentathlon a huge success!

Results

Important Loggerhead Deadlines

If you will NOT be at the meet this Saturday, Please let me know no later than Thursday! Last dual meet of the year, so please please please, if you will not be there, let me know!

T shirt order form (With $): Feb 2nd at practice. (extended from an original time of noon)

Championship entries (No money to turn in yet) Feb 8th at practice 

The meet this weekend will be against East Lycoming and we are away at East Lycoming. We warm up @ 12:30, meet start @ 1:00pm

CPYSL Championship T Shirt Info

T shirt order form can be found Here

Lock Haven Loggerhead Top 5 All Time Swims

Lists updated 3/26/2012


8 and Under


9-10


11-12


13-14


15 and Over

2012 CPYSL CHAMPIONSHIP INFO

Coaches and Parents,

The Lock Haven YMCA is very excited to host the 2012 CPYSL Championship meet at Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania. This will be where we post documents that were sent out to coaches and league officials for quick reference of everyone in the league.

This link can be accessed quickly by the CPYSL CHAMPIONSHIP INFO link posted on our important team info section.

Results
Meet Results
Combined Team Scores
Age Group Scores
Updated Meet Records

For League Coaches/Team Reps
CPYSL Championship Packet- Posted 1/16/2012
CPYSL T Shirt Order Form- Posted 1/31/2012, emailed to coaches 1/27/2012
Psych Sheet- Posted and emailed to coaches 2/10/2012
Tentative Meet Timeline- Posted 2/12/2012, UPDATED 2/14/2012
CPYSL Championship MEET Records- 2/12/2012
Warm Up Lane Assignments- Posted 2/14/2012

For Lock Haven YMCA Swimmers
CPYSL Championship Packet (LHY Specific details for our team) - Posted 1/25/2012
CPYSL Entry Form to be returned to Coach Joel - Posted 1/25/2012

Please direct questions to joelblesh@gmail.com