Hi Rapids,

Good evening. I hope everyone is in bed already and has a wonderful night's rest. IMPORTANT CHANGES to TOMORROW'S MEET...PLEASE READ ENTIRE EMAIL:

The CSRA Swim League pushed out a strongly urged recommendation to all managers this evening to push the start times of our meets and remove all relays minus the crescendo due to the heat index expected tomorrow. After discussing with the Rapids Board Members, Coaches, and West Lake Managers & Coaches...we all agree that this recommendation is a good one to make sure not only our swimmers are safe but also our volunteers and spectators.

CHANGES FOR TOMORROW:

• NO Team Picture at 4:30...we will reschedule
• Meet start moved to 6:30pm
• Riverwood Warm-up moved to 5:30pm
• NO Relays will be swum with the exception of the crescendo in case of tie

WHAT WE NEED - DONATIONS WOULD BE AMAZING:

• We need water coolers for water bottle refills - if anyone has any to bring
• We need extra cases of water bottles for concessions and volunteers
• We need several bags of ice to keep drinks cool

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Bring a tent or two and set them up for shade
• Bring water jugs for swimmers and yourself
• We request that anyone with any underlying health issues please stay home, but notify us immediately if your child will not be swimming or if you can no longer volunteer.
• We will have AN ADULT/COACH DIP IN - we will allow parents, spectators, and coaches to get into the pool to cool off at the beginning of the meet (6:30pm) and right after the crescendo if you wish to participate. So bring a towel or air dry in your clothes...we will make sure everyone stays cool and comfortable.

We still plan on having a wonderful meet and will ensure all swimmers get to swim their individual events and focus on their stroke development/refinement. Please still give them the option to swim their events as they work so hard to improve with each practice and each meet.

Attached are the following:

• Heat Sheet with relays removed **this might not be the final one so don't print yet
• Athlete List for marking arms/legs, etc.
• Volunteer List for who is helping tomorrow

Thank you for your understanding and your patience with us as this is new territory for many of us to navigate. If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback feel free to reply to this email or message me anytime.

Let's have a great meet tomorrow! Thank you for your support.

GO RAPIDS!

- Danielle Oldham -

On Behalf of Riverwood Rapids Swim Team Inc.