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