Hilton Area Swim Team (HAST)

Lap-a-Thon

2009-01-22T16:58:00.002-05:00

HAST will be having a Lap-a-Thon on Friday, January 30th. This is very similar to the Swim-a-Thon the club has done in the past. It is your last fundraising opportunity of the season. Swimmers wishing to participate should spend the next week gathering sponsors. Sponsors may make a per lap pledge (ex. $.05/lap) or they may pledge a flat rate (ex. $5.00 for swimmers participation). Sponsor pledge forms can be found in family folders at the pool. Coach Snow will have extra forms for the swimmers who use the Brockport pool for morning swim. On Friday, 1/30 /09, swimmers should report to practice at the usual time. Swimmers will have a full 2 hours to swim as many laps as they can! Final number will be reported and then swimmers will go back and collect pledges from their sponsors. 100% of money collected by a swimmer will count toward their fundraising obligation of $100 per season. All pledges must be collected and turned in by Friday, February 6, 2009. The date of the Lap-a-Thon was chosen so that it did not interfere with high school boys' taper for sectionals and so that it did not interfere with training for March Championships. The Lap-a-Thon will be followed by a pizza party in the cafeteria from 7:30 to 8:30 Friday night. Good luck!

Timing assignments for the bronze meet

2009-01-15T21:30:00.002-05:00

We have been assigned 1 timer at Lane 1 for sessions 1 and 3 and 1 Timer at Lane 4 for sessions 2 and 4. All parents that are attending must coordinate with each other so this lane is filled for sessions 1-4. Any questions please see the coach that is attending the meet.

Change in times for Bronze meet this weekend

2009-01-14T13:48:00.001-05:00

The following changes have been made for the Bronze meet at Spencerport this weekend.

The new session times are as follows.
Session 2 Saturday afternoon now 12:15 wm-up, 1:15 meet start
Session 4 Sunday afternoon now 11:30 wm-up, 12:30 meet start

Please let your families know about the change. There will be a posting on the NI website.

Wrong Date

2009-01-14T07:43:00.001-05:00

Sorry those entries are due by 9:00 Wednesday (1/14/09). TODAY!

Entries for Go the Distance and Senior Championships

2009-01-14T07:40:00.002-05:00

This is the last call for entries for the Go the Distance meet and the Senior Championships. Both meets are the weekend of 1/24. Meet packets can be found on the Niagara site. Anyone wishing to swim in either meet must have entries to Denise dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org by 9:00 pm Wednesday 1/24/09!

Team and Individual pictures

2009-01-05T19:58:00.002-05:00

Team pictures are Wednesday January 7th and Individual pictures are Thursday January 8th. Remember there is late practice on Thursday the 8th.

Pancake Dinner

2008-12-27T09:33:00.002-05:00

On Tuesday, 12/30/08, swimmers are invited to stay after evening practice for a holiday celebration in the cafeteria. Coach Snow will be making pancakes!! HAST will provide pancakes and drinks. Additional treats are welcome. If you have leftover Christmas cookies, our swimmers would be happy to eat them up for you! Last year swimmers participated in a $5.00 gift exchange and really enjoyed it! If you would like to participate again please bring 1 wrapped $5.00 gift to the pancake gathering. Parents should plan to pick swimmers up around 8:30.

Practice cancelled

2008-12-22T12:12:00.001-05:00

Practice today Monday January 22nd has been cancelled due to school being closed.

New meet fee postings for Webster

2008-12-21T20:39:00.001-05:00

Anyone who swam at the Webster pentathalon, please review the glass case for the revised fees. The fees were incorrect in our program. Any questions please let me know.

Denise

Upcoming meets

2008-12-21T20:19:00.002-05:00

The Penfield G/S/B meet is January 11, 2009. Entries are due January 4, 2009. Please enter your swimmer at our new web site. If you have any trouble please email me at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

The Niagara Bronze meet at Spencerport High School is January 17 and 18, 2009. Entries are due January 7, 2009. Please enter your swimmer at our new web site. If you have any trouble please email me at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org. Please remember your child must have bronze times in their events to swim at this meet.

Swim Pictures

2008-12-21T09:24:00.001-05:00

Pictures will be taken on January 7th and 8th. Order forms will be in everyone mail boxes.

Practice cancelled

2008-12-19T12:10:00.002-05:00

Practice for Friday 12/19 will be cancelled. All evening activities have been cancelled.

Practice Saturday

2008-12-18T22:41:00.001-05:00

The practice for senior swimmers on Saturday December 20th has been changed to 8:00am - 10:00am.

Coffee Sales

2008-12-16T09:58:00.001-05:00

Kathy Crassi brought all the coffee to the pool last night and many families were not there to pick up their coffee. I will only be at the pool this week Tuesday and Thursday (both late practices). Please see me to pick up your coffee ASAP. Thank you.

Denise LaJuett

URGENT MESSAGE

2008-12-10T20:41:00.002-05:00

Unfortunately, there are many swim accounts past due. All payments were due December 1st. All dues should have been paid in full and all registration fees should have been paid as well. Those swimmers who do not pay their registration fee ($55) by 12/15/08 will be ineligible to swim meets this year. Beginning next week board members will be at the pool entrance. Swimmers who are not paid up to date will not be permitted to swim until accounts are made current. Janet will be sending bills through email. HOWEVER - there are several accounts with outdated email addresses. If you need a copy of your bill it is your responsibility to contact Janet (javery@rochester.rr.com ). Those facing true financial hardship can work out a payment plan with Janet on an individual basis.

Reminder - all meet entries should be submitted through an email message to Denise at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org

Second Dual Meet

2008-12-09T18:13:00.002-05:00

The second dual meet will be held at our pool on Friday January 9th. Warm ups will be at 5:30 and the meet will start at 6:15. If you do not let Coach Snow know you will not be attending he will enter all swimmers 12 and under.

Lost suit

2008-12-09T18:12:00.001-05:00

Hunter Q. left a boys black speedo practice suit(size 26) at the pool. If anyone has picked up his suit please see Hunter or one of the coaches.

Toy Drive

2008-12-09T18:00:00.002-05:00

HAST is supporting the Brockport Toy Shelf this year. We are hoping to collect at least 50 unwrapped toys by December 17th. Please place your toys in the box by the swimmers folders. Please show your support.

All Payments Due

2008-12-02T12:39:00.002-05:00

December 1st has come and gone! All accounts need to be paid in full! The second payment of the season was due December 1st as well as all registration fees. Payments should be placed in the Avery folder.

Coffee Orders

2008-11-23T08:04:00.002-05:00

All coffee orders are due Monday. Please put them in file marked Coffee Sales at the beginning of evening practice. Payment is due with order (preferably check made payable to HAST).

Upcoming meets

2008-11-19T13:34:00.002-05:00

Entries for the 14 and under gold meet are due November 28th. Please send entries to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Entries for the Webster Pentathalon are due December 2nd. Please send these entries to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Coffee Sales fundraiser

2008-11-19T13:32:00.001-05:00

The coffee sale fundraiser is due Monday November 24th. Please place order and monies in the folder marked coffee sale.

Practice on 11/14

2008-11-13T21:46:00.001-05:00

Practice will end at 7:00 on Friday for all swimmers. Please arrive promptly to pick up your swimmers due to the fact that Merton Williams is having a function at the pool.

Volunteering for Slower Than Gold Meet

2008-11-13T21:41:00.002-05:00

If you have not sign up to work at least one session for our meet this weekend please do so ASAP. We are requiring every family sign up for at least one session even if your child is not swimming. We can not run these meets without volunteers. If your family does not sign up for at least one session there will be a fine charged to your bill. This new policy was discussed at our parent meeting which very few parents attended. Any questions please see a board member.

REMINDERS

2008-11-11T19:00:00.002-05:00

This Saturday and Sunday HAST is hosting a "Slower than Gold" invitational in Hilton. All families are expected to sign up for at least 1 volunteer slot. You may commit to a morning or an afternoon on Saturday or Sunday. First come first serve. Be sure to sign up soon so a job and time fits into your weekend plans!! The sign up sheet can be found in the glass case in hallway by the pool. Many families have not signed up to work yet. We need everyone to pitch in. High school swimmers who are not swimming in the meet are expected to help.

The board (especially Coach Snow and Mr. Wilson) have been working hard to get the new website up and running. If you haven't checked it out yet - take a look. www.teamunify.com/nshast

Please plan accordingly so that final HAST dues payments and USA swimming registration renewals are received by December 1, 2008. That date is approaching quickly!

Spencerport G/S/B meet

2008-11-07T15:47:00.001-05:00

The Spencerport Gold/Silver/Bronze meet is November 22nd. Please email entries to me no later than Wednesday November 12th. No late entries will be accepted. Email entries to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Information From Parent Meeting 11/5/08

2008-11-05T20:17:00.002-05:00

* Coffee Fundraiser Information was handed out. Fundraiser begins today. Each 2.5 oz bag costs $1.00 - of which HAST profits $.35 which will be applied to each family's fundraising obligation. 23 different varieties are being offered. All orders are due with payment (preferably check made payable to HAST) by November 24th. No late orders will be accepted. Order forms were put in family folders at pool. Thank you to Kathy Crassi for handling this for the team!!!

* Entries for"Slower than Gold Meet" in Hilton next weekend are due to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org by Friday 11/7/08. All families are expected to sign up for a volunteer position during that meet. A sign up sheet can be found in glass case by pool.

* Coach Snow is handling entries for the Dual meet this Saturday in Hilton at 1:00. He will be talking to swimmers about their events at practice on Thursday. If you do not plan to swim this Saturday (anyone 12 years and under) - YOU MUST TELL COACH SNOW!

* We are in the process of switching over to a new website. If you have received emails from this new site, you may go into it and explore but know not all aspects of it are up and running yet. You cannot enter events for meets through this new site yet. ALL meet entries must be emailed to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org for the time being.

* If you have not received any notices from the new website, it probably means we do not have any email address for you or it is an invalid email we have. Please see a board member to verify your email address.

* STAR Meet entries are due by Thursday, 11/6/08.

* New Parents - please be aware that some of the newer (younger) swimmers are not ready to be in the water for 2 hours of practice. Coaches will monitor swimmers on an individual basis and may tell them to get out of water early. Please be prepared to pick them up early. Be at the pool by 7:00 and/or have a meeting spot (dismissal procedure) in place for your child.

Officials Meeting

2008-11-05T13:37:00.001-05:00

There will be a swimming officials clinic for all levels (stroke & turn, starter, referee; new and recertifying) at Webster Aquatic Center (WAC) on November 20 @ 7:00. The Webster Aquatic Center is located at 875 Ridge Road, Webster (WAC is adjacent to Webster Schroeder HS). Directions & signs will be posted from there. Please check your certification expiration date, you must recertify every 2 years. Please encourage people from your swim club to become a new official - we need them!! If you have any questions or plan on attending, please contact me at 719-2500 (w) / 671-2078 (h) / E-Mail to jerieth@rochester.rr.com or jrieth@rohmhaas.com so that I have enough handouts for everyone. (Of course, if someone discovers at the last minute that he or she is able to attend, feel free to come--but it sure helps to have a ballpark number!). Thank you. The following tests must be completed for each level:
Stroke & Turn
New Official - stroke & turn and timer tests.
Recertifying – stroke & turn and timer tests.
Starter
New Starter – starter, stroke & turn, timer, clerk of course and timing judge tests
Recertifying – starter recertifying test.
Referee
New Referee – admin, referee, starter, stroke & turn & timer tests.
Recertifying – admin & referee recertifying test.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ For New Swim Officials Certifying as a Stroke & Turn Judge takes a little time, but it's a lot of fun, adds to your understanding of the sport, and sure beats sitting in the bleachers at a long meet. It would be terrific if you do the "book learning" and take the certification tests before the clinic. Otherwise, go to the clinic and finish the tests as soon as possible. Here's how to get started: 1) Learn the rules. 2) Take the certification tests. 3) Attend a clinic. 4) Get a USA Swimming insurance card. 5) Apprentice with other officials. Rules
Everyone starts as a Stroke and Turn Judge. To do your job properly, you need to learn the technical rules for the four strokes--freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. It's not so bad really, just four pages in the rule book. Go to the USA swimming website: www.usaswimming.org. Click on the "Volunteers" tab at the top of the page, then click on "Officials" at the menu on the left. Then, "Rules and Regulations." Then, "2007 Swimming Mini-Rulebook." Plus, you will need to at least skim the other rules on how meets are conducted.
Tests
You take two on-line, open book tests, also at www.usaswimming.org, for: Timer and Stroke and Turn Judge. This way you'll know what the other people on deck are doing and be cross-trained for those jobs. Your results will go to the Niagara District automatically. You'll get an e-mail with your scores. Please forward your passing scores to me at rieth@frontiernet.net or jrieth@rohmhaas.com.
The tests are fairly easy. Just register and follow the instructions. Open a copy of the rules in one window and the test in another. The questions are multiple choice and you must cite the section number(s) of the rule(s) that apply. If you get stuck, go back to the rules. If you need to take a break, the program saves your answers and you can return at your convenience. You can keep taking the tests until you pass. Not everyone passes every test the first time.
Clinic
This is where you begin making the transition between understanding the rules on paper and understanding the rules as they apply to bodies torpedoing through the water. The clinic will be a good review. You get to see all four strokes in a video. The video also covers the basics of officiating--where to position yourself for good calls, how to ensure a fair swim for the athletes in your lanes, etc. After you pass your certification tests and attend the class, you'll be issued a blue card so that you can apprentice before you begin officiating on your own.
Insurance Card
This "deck card" is a combination ID and proof of insurance. USA Swimming provides liability coverage for coaches and officials. Obtain a USA Swimming non-athlete application from your club registrar, complete and return. The club will pay your application fee. You need a deck card to apprentice.
Apprentice
You need to "shadow" for four sessions--watch other officials at work and get some on-deck pointers from them--before you can officiate on your own. A session could be a dual meet, or a morning, afternoon, or finals session at an invitational. Most invitationals are two or more sessions. I don't recommend shadowing for more than two sessions a day. Just report to the referee at any USA Swimming meet. You don't even need to have a swimmer at the meet. Let the referee know you'd like to shadow and follow his or her instructions. They usually have you rotate among the positions on the deck. Observe; ask questions. You're there to learn. After the session, have the referee sign your card. Once you have proof of at least four shadow sessions, you need to send me a blue card and I'll send you your permanent (white) certification card. You need to recertify every 2 years.
You will need a uniform to shadow. You've seen the officials on deck. The uniform is a white polo shirt, navy blue shorts or slacks, and white sneakers.

Parent Meeting

2008-11-03T21:11:00.002-05:00

There will be a parent meeting on Wednesday, 11/5/08. New parents should meet at 5:45 in classroom next to pool. All other parents should arrive at 6:15.

Agenda items include -

"Slower than Gold" Meet 11/15-11/16
New Website
Coffee Sale Fundraiser
Necessary Paperwork

Lots of Information

2008-10-30T19:40:00.002-04:00

* Saturday practice for senior swimmers will be held in Hilton on November 1st and November 22nd from 1:00 - 3:00. These are the only Saturday practices in November due to meets on the others.

* HAST will host a dual meet on Saturday, November 8th at !:00. See Coach Snow to sign up for events.

* Entries for the December STAR meet in Buffalo (12/11-12/14) are due to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org by 11/6/08! Coach Snow has posted an eligibility list in the glass case by the pool. All swimmers eligible to swim should plan to do so. Hotel info can be found in glass case as well. Book your room ASAP.

* Entries for the "Slower than Gold" meet hosted by HAST and Sea Dragons in Hilton 11/15-11/16 are also due to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org by 11/6/08.

* Caps are in. They cost $4.00 each. Unfortunately, due to cost, we were not able to get the silicone ones. If your swimmer prefers silicone they can wear a solid color cap without any logo on it for meets.

* A parent meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5th. Parents of new swimmers will meet at 5:45 in classroom by the pool. All other parents please arrive at 6:15.

* Be sure to check the calendar and website regularly.

Returning swimmers

2008-10-19T15:56:00.002-04:00

All swimmers must complete a Parental Agreement, Parent Code of Conduct, and a Swimmer Code of Conduct. These forms were given out at the first parent meeting. Please complete these forms as soon as possible and place in the LaJuett file.

New Swimmers

2008-10-18T08:02:00.002-04:00

If your child is a new swimmer please complete your childs registration form and place it in the LaJuett folder. Forms can be found in the team mail box. The corresponding fee of $55 made payable to HAST should be placed in the Avery folder. Swimmers can not swim in a meet until your child has been registered with USA swimming. The registration process takes about one week.

Thank you.

Penfield Entries

2008-10-18T08:00:00.002-04:00

The entries for the Penfield meet on October 26th have been sent. The entry fee report will be posted in the glass case outside of the pool. Please make a check payable to HAST for your child's entries and place the check in the Avery folder.

Thank you.

Upcoming Meets

2008-10-15T20:44:00.002-04:00

The first Senior meet is scheduled for 10/25/08 - 12:15 warm up, 1:15 start time. ALL senior swimmers (age 13 and over) should see Coach Snow to discuss events.

The first Dual Meet is set for 11/8/08. Coach Snow will be talking to swimmers about events for that soon.

Mark your calendars!

Pancake Breakfast

2008-10-12T16:58:00.002-04:00

Our Applebee's Pancake Breakfast is all set for next Sunday (10/19/08). Breakfasts will be served 8:00 - 10:00. All volunteers need to be at Applebee's (Greece location) at 7:30. 250 tickets have been sold! There are still some "outstanding" tickets. If you have not turned in your money or unsold tickets, please contact Cheryl Kame LaCourt by email immediately. cherylkame@excite.com

Applebee Tickets & Swimsuit Fitting

2008-10-08T20:54:00.003-04:00

Barb from The Deep End will be at the pool on Thursday (10/9/08) at 5:00. Anyone who needs to be fitted for a new team suit should plan to be there!

All Applebee's pancake breakfast ticket money is due by Friday. Cheryl LaCourt will be at the pool at 5:30 Friday. Please turn in all money and/or unsold tickets. Remember- if swimmers plan to eat, they need to purchase a ticket also!

Changes to the calendar

2008-10-06T20:59:00.002-04:00

Practices on 10/7 and 10/28 have been changed to 6:00- 8:00 due girls modified swim meets.

Entries for the Sea Dragons meet on 10/26 are due by 10/16. Please send all entries to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org. If I do not respond back to you please send an additional email.

Denise

Correction

2008-10-04T12:37:00.003-04:00

Whoops! The date of the "Slower than Gold" meet HAST is co-hosting is Saturday, 11/15 and Sunday, 11/16/08. Sorry for the misprint!

Parent Meeting Info

2008-10-04T12:07:00.002-04:00

Thank you to all parents who attended the recent meetings. If you were unable to attend here is what you missed...

* 2008/09 Policy Books handed out

* Swimmer Code of Conduct, Parent Code of Conduct, and Parental Agreement with emergency information handed out. All of these forms need to be returned to LaJuett folder ASAP. Forms can be found in front of file chest for anyone who was not present to receive them.

* Dues set at $375 for season (First payment of 50% due 10/01/08, Second payment of 50% due 12/01/08)

* Registration fee ($55 ) for new swimmers due immediately - good through 12/31/09, Returning swimmers registration fee($55) due by 12/01/08.

* Suit fittings will take place on 10/8 for returning swimmers, and 10/9 for new swimmers. The Deep End will be at pool at 5:00 both nights. If you can't make it but know you need a new suit be sure to get your order to Barb Anzalone.

* Reviewed volunteer obligations in policy book - be sure to read new "timing policy".

* Each family must be responsible for fundraising $100. Opportunities lined up so far include Applebee's breakfast, coffee sale, and Swim-a-thon.

* Applebee's Breakfast is planned for 10/19/08, 8:00 - 10:00 at Greece location. Tickets available from Cheryl LaCourt. Each ticket sells for $5 and of that $4 goes to your own fundraising account. Swimmers needed to work at the breakfast. Please sign up with Cheryl. All money and/or unsold tickets due back to Cheryl end of next week.

*HAST is in process of converting to a new website. Should be up and running soon. It will allow parents to directly input swim events for meets. Will train everyone on site as conversion becomes complete.

* Saturday practices are on a trial basis for senior swimmers. We must have good attendance to make these worth the cost of lifeguards, coaches and pool. Try to attend!!

*HAST will be co-hosting (with Sea Dragons) a district "slower than gold" meet in Hilton on November 14th and 15th. All families are expected to help and all swimmers expected to swim and help! More info coming soon!

* Coach Snow is looking into certifying parents to lifegaurd at Brockport morning practices. more info coming soon.

New swimmer registration

2008-10-04T10:09:00.002-04:00

The new swimmer registration forms are in the team mail box. All new swimmers must complete this form along with a check made payable to HAST in the amount of $55. This fee is for USA swimming insurance for your swimmer and will be good until 12/09. Please place the registration form and the check in the LaJuett folder.

Returning swimmers registration is due 12/1/2008. Returning swimmers do not have to complete a registration form. Any questions please see me.

Denise

Meeting for Parents of New Swimmers

2008-09-28T19:33:00.003-04:00

Monday, September 29th, there will be a meeting for parents of new swimmers. We will meet in the classroom next to the pool at 5:30. Policy books, dues information, volunteer obligations, and season schedule will all be discussed. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have also.

Change to Saturday practice

2008-09-25T20:28:00.003-04:00

HAST Saturday practices have been changed due to scheduling conflicts with Parma Rec. The new practice time will be 1:00 - 3:00. This practice is for swimmers 12 years and older. Practices will be held for the next four Saturdays. Please read the blog for further updates.

Saturday Practice

2008-09-18T13:54:00.001-04:00

There will be HAST practice for swimmers 12 years and older on Saturday 3:30 - 5:30. ALL SENIOR SWIMMERS are strongly encouraged to attend!!!

September calendar

2008-09-09T11:03:00.002-04:00

There are a few changes to practice times in September due to JV/Varsity girls swim meets. Late practices will take place September 11, 16, and 23. These practices will be held from 7:00 - 8:30.

There will be two Saturday practices this month. They will be September 20th and 27th. The times for both practices are 3:30 - 5:30.

There will be two mandatory parent meetings. Monday September 22nd will be for returning swimmers and Monday September 29th will be for new swimmers.

2008/09 Season Begins

2008-09-06T22:07:00.002-04:00

HAST is set to begin the new season on Monday, September 8th. Practice will begin at 5:30 sharp!

Trial period for new swimmers is scheduled 9/15-9/26/08.

Mandatory parent meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, 2008.

Swim Suits from Deep End

2008-08-25T08:14:00.002-04:00

Barb Anzalone has asked me to put this up for HAST swimmers. Deep End Swim and Sportswear has ordered in Team fast skins, these suits are Black and Red. They look awesome and team colors. The cost of the suits are 120.00, you need not pay for them right now but Barb wants families to reserve their suit if they are going to be buying one later on. Call 585-298-1161 barbs cell phone. These suits are going to go fast. Now who should be buying these suits? Swimmers that are at Gold level or higher. Typically this suit is only worn for Championship type meets.
Also some other good swim suit news.
I Have just signed the paperwork for HAST to be a SPEEDO team. Great ,what does that mean- the team wears speedo suits which we do, team wears Speedo swim caps which we do, Hast will get another banner from Sppedo but the biggest benefit is for the swimmers that make it to elite levels. Speedo swimmers making this level and higher will receive a new FASTSKIN suit, Warm Ups, Free to the swimmers that Qualify. Relay only swimmers will not receive the benefit even if they participate at that level meet.
Coach Snow

No swim practice on Friday

2008-08-12T19:44:00.001-04:00

Practice for Friday August 15th has been cancelled.

Friday practices in August

2008-08-04T22:10:00.002-04:00

The following Friday swim practices in August will be cancelled: August 8th, 22nd, and 29th. The summer swim session officially ends Friday August 15th. Coach Snow would like to continue practices in August. Practices will be held Monday thru Thursday the weeks of August 18th and August 25th.

Summer Sizzler Meet - Fairport Aug 8-9 (entries due July 29th)

2008-07-22T09:39:00.002-04:00

The team will be going to this meet, entries are due to by July 29th. Unfortunately their is silver cut times, for the 13 and over swimmers, none for our 12 and under swimmers.

The link is just the meet packet, I will let swimmers choose events. When choosing your events, you should be thinking cut times for your next level. This meet is really a good opportunity for the girls going in to HS season, since for 16 weeks their isn't any meets for you due to your training and commitment.

http://darwinsnow.googlepages.com/fast08summersizzler.doc

Send entries to Denise LaJuett.

Practice - Friday 7/25- Canceled

2008-07-18T00:24:00.002-04:00

Due to the Long Course Jo's I am cancling Practice, Friday's (7/25) . So if you are not swimming at the meet, then lets do some dryland. All excercises you may take 10-15 seconds rest between groups, also I encourage you to run, bike ride, and also double up on your dryland.

4x40 Crunches, 4x30 Pushups, 5x45sec Prone on elbows, 4x20 Hip Lifts, 4x45sec. Leg Kicks,
Right/left side Plank 4x 30sec., 4x20 VSits, Stretch 2min. 4x20 Squat Thrusts, stretch again.

Remember if you go to the refrigirator you should be doing 10 pushups and then adding 1 through out the day for every entry. The end of the day, on your last raid of the refrigirator add up all you pushups. Fel free to do more if this isn't enough to challenge you.
Eg. 10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20 - You would have down 165 pushups.

Coach Snow

Summer Sizzler - August 8th-9th Short Course Yards

2008-07-18T00:14:00.002-04:00

I have added this meet to our summer schedule, I would like this to be a team meet. I have added this meet to be able to take advantage of our summer training. I would encourage swimmers to take advantage of your conditioning. High School season is just around the corner.
This is a great opportunity to get the cuts that you will be seeking in the fall.

The link is just the events that will be offered in the 2 day meet. The meet program was just loaded on NI District Web site.
Coach Snow

http://darwinsnow.googlepages.com/August8thand9thSummerSizzler.doc

Long Course Jo's Entries

2008-07-18T00:08:00.002-04:00

http://darwinsnow.googlepages.com/NiagaraLongCourseJOs07252008rev2.doc

The link above list the entries for Jo's. As of right now we only have swimmers swimming on friday, this will save parents alot money so I am ok with that, plus we have a few swimmers going on vacation that weekend.

Note on the bottom of the sheet, so make sure you read that for changes. Additions please email me at darwinsnow@gmail.com .
Coach Snow

Long COurse Jo Elgibility

2008-07-16T10:24:00.002-04:00

http://darwinsnow.googlepages.com/LongcourseJoelgibility.PDF

I have created a link for the HAST swimmers to see the Long Course Jo's Elgibility report. Entries are due FRIDAY. Their will not be any exceptions for late entrties. I have the list as well so when we sit down to do entries. Coach Snow

Entry Fees

2008-07-14T21:30:00.002-04:00

Please be sure to keep your account current. Entry fees for last Saturday's meet at Genesee Valley Park are due ASAP. Swimmers owe $3.00 deck fee & $3.00 per event. Payment can be put in Avery folder or sent to PO Box 174, Hilton 14468.

MCDR LONG COURSE MEET TIME CHANGE

2008-07-11T13:35:00.002-04:00

Saturdays meet has been moved up to 8:00 AM warm up, 8:45 start---- We should be done about 12:00 (Noon). Bring Snacks, Water bottles, Towels for the lawn, and chairs. Their will not be bleachers. It is going to be very hot, so sun tan lotion, and lets have some fun.
Coach Snow

McDonalds Meet and Long Course JO's

2008-07-10T09:16:00.004-04:00

Warm ups for Saturday's meet start at 8:00am. The meet begins at 9:00. It will take place at outdoor pool in Genesee Valley Park. Take 390S, exit Scottsville Rd, Turn left, pool is about 1/2 mile down. Spectators need to provide own seats. Bring lawn chairs and LOTS of water - temps expected to be in 90's! Our club needs to provide timers. EVERY swimmer participating is expected have a family member sign up for a timing slot. The meet will be over by 1:00pm.

Long Course JO's are July 25, 26, 27 in Buffalo. Cut times are needed to participate (silver times for U12, gold times for 13 & Over). Coach Snow can answer eligibilty questions. Please contact Coach Snow if you plan to participate and discuss events you'd like to swim ASAP! Meet packet can be found on Niagara website.

SUMMER MEETS

2008-07-01T09:52:00.002-04:00

July 12th - McDonalds meet, At Genesse Valley park, 8am-1Pm allowed to swim 3 events.

All Events offered will be mixed - boys against the girls.
1. 200fs relay - 2. 200 fly - 3.100fs - 4.200IM - 5. 100BR - 6. 200BK
7. 200 Medley relay - 8. 200FS - 9. 100 fly - 10. 400 IM - 11. 100 BK
12 200 BR - 13. 800 fs Must be over 11 yrs. old.

July 25, 26, 27 - Long Course Jo's, at UB, Buffalo

July 27 - Sprint Tri-Athalon (Hamlin Beach),
Person coordinating this event is Ellie Price.

July practice Schedule

2008-07-01T09:18:00.002-04:00

The 4th of July is the only day the pool will be closed in July. Otherwise I will see all the swimmers nightly, 5:30-7:30 PM. Allot of our swimmers are attending the HP rec training camp, which is 7-9 am. This is awesome that swimmers are getting the extra in, it can have huge payoffs in the future. The payoffs will only happen if you continue with your normal night practices. Any question about this please talk to me, I will be happy to explain it to you.

Remember Log books, water bottles, and working on good nutrition is a parallel path that each HAST swimmer should be working on over the summer and going into the fall season.
Coach Snow

Dry Land Training

2008-06-13T07:33:00.002-04:00

Just a reminder - the Hilton pool is closed the next 2 weeks. Coach Snow will be conducting dry land training sessions at Merton Williams 5:30 - 7:30 on the following days... Tuesday 6/17, Wednesday 6/18, Thursday, 6/19, Friday 6/20. The second week training will be held on Monday 6/23, Tuesday 6/24, Thursday 6/26, and Friday 6/27. NO training on Monday 6/16 or Wednesday 6/25! Wear sneakers and bring LOTs of water!

Meet Cancelled

2008-06-08T14:09:00.002-04:00

Unfortunately, the Sea Dragons cancelled the invitational scheduled for next weekend 6/13-6/15). Mark your calendars - HAST intends to swim a long course meet on 7/12/08 at an outdoor pool. More details to follow!

Long course Gold Silver Bronze meet

2008-05-20T09:18:00.003-04:00

Coach Snow would like to participate in the Gold Silver Bronze meet held at Webster Aquatic Center June 13-15. We will be swimming June 13 and 14. If you are interested in swimmng please let Coach Snow know ASAP. Coach Snow will be picking your events. Any questions please see Coach Snow.

Pool closed

2008-05-20T09:16:00.001-04:00

The pool will be closed Friday May 23rd and Monday May 26th.

$ Opportunity $

2008-05-14T12:47:00.003-04:00

We did not have enough interest in the PGA food service opportunity. The "gig" has been offered to another group. Thank you to the few who replied.

$$$ Opportunity $$$

2008-05-09T12:25:00.002-04:00

HAST has been offered an awesome opportunity to make some money for the team! This will be especially nice for those who enjoy golf! The PGA Senior tour will be at Oak Hill in a few weeks. Volunteers are needed in the area of food service. Parents and students 16 and over are needed as servers and bartenders(must be 21) on Thursday, Friday, Saturday , and Sunday (5/23 - 5/26). We have been given the opportunity to provide workers. In turn - workers will be given 2 free meals, the opportunity to see some great golf, and $100/day per worker to our team!!! They could use as many as 8-10 people per day. This could be a LOT of cash for HAST!!! The food service company cannot pay individuals but can make donations to not for profit organizations like HAST. Students can use this volunteer time as service hours for school scholarships, merit badges etc. It will be a long working day (shifts can not be split) - you need to commit to 9:00am - 7:00 pm. If we want to take advantage of this , I need firm committments from people. Anyone who is interested in volunteering, please contact Kim Burns at kburnsy6@aol.com with your name, phone number, and day(s) that you want to work. I need to know if there enough interest to move forward with this by Monday, May 12 at 5pm.

Deep End sale

2008-05-08T17:27:00.000-04:00

The Deep End Swim and Sportswear Presents our Annual Spring Sale! Shop In-Store and on the Web to receive 10% off of our entire inventory! TWO DAYS ONLY: Friday, May 9th and Saturday, May 10th In-Store: Henrietta 1225 Jefferson Rd Frontier Commons Plaza Rochester, NY 14623 Syracuse 105 Pickwick Rd Pickwick Plaza Dewitt, NY 13214 Friday, May 9th: 10AM-6PM Saturday, May 10th: 10AM - 1PM Come enjoy complimentary snacks! On the Web: http://www.thedeependonline.com Use Discount Code: 08-Spring (enter during checkout)

Award Forms

2008-05-04T08:22:00.003-04:00

All Versatile Swimmer and/or Go the Distance award applications must be turned in by Friday, May 9th. Forms with age group criteria can be found on the Niagara website. Check it out to see if you qualify!

Swimmers meetings

2008-04-30T20:03:00.002-04:00

Coach Snow would like to have two meetings with the swimmers. The first meeting will be this Friday May 2nd from 6:30-7:30 and the second meeting will be next Friday May 9th from 6:30-7:30. Any questions please see Coach Snow.

Calendar Change

2008-04-11T13:58:00.002-04:00

There WILL be practice on Monday, April 21st. The Hilton schools are not in session BUT we will have pool time. Those swimming spring session should plan to be there 5:30 - 7:30! Remember spring session needs to be paid in advance. Bring your payment Monday night if you haven't paid yet. $100/ Spring or $150/Spring and Summer. Enjoy your one week break!

Updated calendar

2008-04-07T09:26:00.001-04:00

The calendar has been updated. There is no swim practice Friday April 11th, the week of April 14th, and Monday April 21st.

Banquet

2008-04-07T09:23:00.002-04:00

If anyone left a blue and white cooler at the banquet please email me at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Thank you to everyone that came to the banquet. We hope everyone had a great time. All the swimmers that were unable to attend the banquet please email me at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org so we can make arrangements to get you your trophy.

Reminders

2008-04-04T07:37:00.002-04:00

There is no practice at Merton Williams tonight (Friday 4/4/08). The pool is closed to HAST due to another school function.

Don't forget to bring an item to the banquet for our Chinese Auction. Items can be ANYTHING! They can be adult or child oriented , big ticket and small ticket items. We've seen everything from gift cards to beanie babies to laundry detergent to gift baskets filled w/ goodies to beach towels to gas grills! Anything goes! The way it works is.... All items will be displayed upon arrival to banquet. Raffle tickets will be sold (An arm length of tickets for $5). Next to each item will be a labeled container. You purchase tickets then place them in the containers near the items you are interested in. The more tickets you place in the container the better your chances of winning the item. It is a lot of fun!!!

Swim-a-thon went well last night. If you have a chance to collect your pledges by Sunday, Julie Wilson will be at the banquet to collect your envelopes. If you don't have all pledges collected by Sunday - be sure you get them to her by Thursday, 4/10/08.

There will be no swimming on Friday 4/11/08 or Monday 4/21/08. Hilton schools are closed.

Gas Grills needed for the Banquet

2008-04-03T08:04:00.002-04:00

We need a couple of gas grills to cook the meat at the banquet this weekend. I have one I plan to bring but we need at least two or three more (we have lots of people coming!) If you can bring your grill, please email me pwilso3@rochester.rr.com by Friday.

Thanks & see you on Sunday!

Banquet

2008-04-01T21:06:00.002-04:00

If you haven't signed up for the banquet yet, please do so. We need a final count by 7:30 Thursday evening. This is a family activity - everyone is welcome! Each family should plan to bring beverages, a dish to pass, and an item for our auction. The weather prediction is good and it will surely be a fun afternoon! Get your name on the sign up sheet in the glass display case at Merton Williams today!

Swim-a-Thon

2008-03-31T19:52:00.002-04:00

Our team swim-a-thon is scheduled for Thursday night, 5:30 - 7:30. Swimmers should be gathering pledges and getting ready to swim laps for the full 2 hours. The goal is 200 laps! We are looking for parents to volunteer to stay and be lap counters.

McDonalds Championships

2008-03-30T18:27:00.002-04:00

Just a reminder to everyone that swam at the McDonalds championship meet, there is a flat fee of $6 per swimmer. Please put this fee in the Avery folder ASAP.

Practice Monday March 31st

2008-03-30T18:15:00.002-04:00

Congratulations to all our girls. The 9-10 group received the 2nd place team trophy for division 2. The following age groups received the 1st place team trophy for division 2: 11-12 girls, 13-14 girls, and 15 and over. Coach Snow and Coach John would like everyone to come to practice on Monday wearing their team suits to be photographed with their trophies. Individual trophies and ribbons will also be given out on Monday.

Good luck to all the boys!

Banquet

2008-03-26T17:34:00.002-04:00

Be sure to sign up for the end of season banquet ASAP. We need an approximate head count for purchasing meat. Each family is being asked to bring their own beverages, a dish to pass, and a gift for the Chinese auction. See sign up sheets located in display case of Merton Williams.

Outstanding Bills

2008-03-26T17:29:00.003-04:00

All HAST dues should have been paid in full by now. The club is still waiting on over$1800 in outstanding entry meet fees. The club has bills to pay and our season is quickly coming to a close. PLEASE - be sure your account is up to date. Remember all swimmers planning to swim the Spring and/or Summer session need to pay in full for the session before being allowed in the pool. If you have any questions about your account please check your folder for a current bill or contact Janet Avery. Thank you for your prompt attention!

McDonalds Championships

2008-03-16T14:35:00.002-04:00

McDonalds championships are coming up. Saturday March 29th is the girls meet and Sunday March 30th is the boys meet. Warm ups for both days are at 8:00 am with the meet starting at 9:00 am. Finals for the girls are warm ups at 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm start and the boys finals are warm ups at 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm start. There is not a meet file on the Niagara site. I have printed a copy of what I was forwarded and placed it in the glass case. I will have the computer at swim practice this week everyday except Wednesday. Please see me to sign up for this meet. Remember you must have swam in two dual/senior meets and must have qualifying times. Any questions please email me at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Thank you,
Denise

Date Changes

2008-03-13T12:50:00.002-04:00

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the date of our Swim-a-thon and Banquet have had to be changed. The Swim-a-thon will take place on Thursday, 4/3/08 and the Banquet will be on Sunday, 4/6/08. Info and pledge envelopes for the Swim-a-thon have been placed in family folders. Be sure to check folders regularly. Many people have pictures, bills, and awards that haven't been retrieved. Mark your calendars with these NEW DATES!

Parent Meeting (3/5/08)

2008-03-05T20:05:00.002-05:00

Thank you to all parents who attended the Parent Meeting tonight! For those unable to attend - here is what happened...

* Finances - Janet has prepared current bills for all families. When reading bill, you do not need to pay fundraising balance until after swim-a-thon. That will be last opportunity to fundraise for the season. Anything not credited toward $100 fundraisung will be due at end of season. Any questions about bills should be directed to Janet Avery. Payments can be put in Avery folder.

* Swim-a-thon - It will take place on 4/4/08. Information and pledge envelopes will be placed in folders next week. All pledges collected will go toward family fundraising obligation. Swimmers have 2 hours to swim a maximum of 200 laps.

* Banquet - End of season banquet will be on Saturday 4/5/08. Club will purchase meat/rolls. Each family asked to bring dish to pass. Looking for individuals to volunteer to organize banquet efforts. Place has been secured - same location as last year - VFW in Hilton. Would like to do Chinese auction as done last year. Each family brings a gift/prize. Lottery tickets sold at banquet to raffle off the prizes. Guaranteed to be lots of fun!

*Spring/Summer sessions - Spring session (4/21-6/6), Summer session (6/30-8/15), Three week dry land training (6/9-6/27) while pool is closed for maintenance. Cost - $100/session or $150 for both. Payment for these sessions must be paid in full at start of session.

* Volunteers are needed to time at Gold's and at McDonald's Championships. Sign up sheets will be in glass case next week.

* Go the Distance, Versatile Swimmer applications - be sure to complete these and turn them in to coach prior to end of regular swim season. Awards are freebies - all you have to do is fill out the application.

* Elections - if interested in a board position please make intentions known.

* Words from Coach Snow - Parents need to love, hug, encourage their kids but leave the "coaching" to the coaches. Kids who didn't make the times they hoped for this year need to try, try again! Celebrate the gains you've made this season! Swimmers are doing great - lots of improvement! New device called tempo trainer is helping swimmers get FASTER! Challenge was made - win 1250 points at Gold's next weekend and team can shave Coach Snow's head. Congrats to Cory Zorsch - he's headed to Orlando Florida to compete at Jr. Nationals. He is VERY CLOSE to an Olympic trial cut time. GOOD LUCK, CORY!!!

Parent Meeting

2008-02-28T14:48:00.001-05:00

There will be a parent meeting in the classroom next to the pool on Wednesday, March 5th, at 6:45. Please plan to attend!

Westside Invitational-Time change

2008-02-27T21:28:00.001-05:00

SEAS Westside Invitational GSB Session Timeline Change for Sunday March 2nd Due to the high number of swimmers the Sunday session times are changed as follows. 1. Session #5 (Sunday morning) Warm up 7:45 a.m.; Start 8:45 a.m.2. Session #6 (Sunday afternoon) Warm up 12:20 p.m.; Start 1:20 p.m.3. Session #7 (Sunday afternoon) Warm up 1:45 p.m.; Start 2:45 p.m.

Rising Star Meet

2008-02-27T20:51:00.002-05:00

The Rising Star meet is March 8th at Victor High School. This meet is for swimmers that have not yet received McDonalds championship times and gives them a chance to achieve their goals. The following swimmers are eligible to swim at this meet: Brandon Bonter, Heather DeHollander, Samantha Derousie, Aaron Ennis, Alex Faes, Ashley Maynard, Katie Rose, Tyler Schwertfeger, Lilly Vandenberg, Michael Wall, and Olivia Wilcox. Entries for this meet are due Saturday March 1st. Sorry for the short notice. Please email entries to me at dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Niagara District Championship entries

2008-02-27T20:46:00.002-05:00

Coach Snow will be discussing with the eligible swimmers their entries for the Niagara District meet Monday March 4th at practice. Swimmers please review the meet packet and have an idea of what you would like to swim.

No Practice Friday February 29th

2008-02-27T20:45:00.001-05:00

The pool will be closed this Friday February 29th.

Golds hotel info

2008-02-24T21:14:00.000-05:00

Here is more info on the hotel for Golds:

Gold's rooms are $69.00 per night. They will be released on March 6th.

Niagara District Championships/March 13 - 16

2008-02-19T15:45:00.002-05:00

For anyone with gold times going to this meet here is the hotel information:

The hotel for golds is: Ramada Inn
2402 North Forest Rd.
Amherest
Phone is 716-636-7500

Star Meet -Post Weekend

2008-02-18T10:10:00.002-05:00

Nice job to all the swimmers that really stepped up this weekend. We had many swimmers doing new events. The 12 and under group did outstanding alot of best times, and also we had some awesome 200 swims that where very close to Gold Time. This group had many sick swimmers but still shook it off and stepped up.
Senior group - excellent- alot of best times, and alot of swimmers right on their time. ALot of the swimmers where sick as well. Wow sickness is running through the team. This week focus on getting healthy, we are 4 weeks from championships. All swimmers need to stay healthy, eat healthy, get good healthy rest, one of the many good keys to being a great swimmer is being healthy.
The swimmers stayed at HOTEL INDIGO ( I am sick of Blue) maybe that is why our swimmers go so sick they got blue. The word on the swimmers bench, they enjoyed the hotel fun alot. One swimmer said," I enjoyed being with my freinds, it just makes me so happy". So nice job swimmers, we have only 4 days of practice this week, so take advantage of all 4.
This is a reminder this week is the start of our HS boys returning. Swimmers lanes will have more bodies in them. CS

Senior Meet Saturday February 23rd

2008-02-18T09:58:00.002-05:00

Saturday the 23rd is the final Senior Meet @ Rush Henrietta. Warm Up 3:30PM/ start 4;15PM. Format #2 (500FS/200IM/50FS/200Fly/100BK/100BR/1650).
In order to compete at MCDR championships, 13 and older swimmers must have done two MCDR meets or Swim 1 and work 1 dual meet.
13 and older swimmers, choose your events and let me know on Tuesday night(19). Write them on a piece of paper, and give them to me at practice. Coach Snow

No swimming Monday February 18th

2008-02-17T16:29:00.001-05:00

There will be no practice Monday February 18th. Practice the rest of the week will be 5:30- 7:30.

Star meet this weekend

2008-02-15T12:31:00.003-05:00

This blog is for everyone attending the STAR meet this weekend. Saturday night the team will be gathering at the hotel and ordering pizza. We will be splitting the cost of the pizza per family. We are asking that every family bring either a snack or a dessert to pass. Each family will be responsible for drinks for their family. It should be a great experience for all the swimmers. Any questions please ask either Katie or myself. We will be at the pool tonight.

Denise

Monday 2/11/08 - No Practice

2008-02-11T11:16:00.000-05:00

No practice tonight in Hilton - due to School Closings. Swimmers do some dryland, use parents excersice equipment, they love it when you do that. If you go out side to fish or play, please cover up, frost-bite will happen very quickly to any uncovered skin in these types of tempatures. CS

Silver Championships -WOW

2008-02-11T09:34:00.001-05:00

Excellent job swimmers. We have a mighty fun club, solid and well rounded swimmers. I love to see swimmers doing everything even if it is not their favorite stroke. HAST has a few new swimmers going to NI- CHAMPS. Cristy Engle, Karine Rose. Congradulations
Waiting on official results but we had many gold times 18+ this weekend. Now we have many swimmers that are just missing them illusive Gold Cuts. Hard work and determination will get you their. Nice job, enjoy todays downtime with no school. Hey lets do some dryland to stay fit.

Try to get Heart Rate up, Use your parents excersice equipment today. Bike, run, eat healthy, and rest. Enjoy the day of making up your own dryland workout. I am going Ice Fishing, with my kids. Their dryland workout will be my new power auger will be broken, and they will have to drill my holes by hand, I love fishing. CS

Star Meet

2008-02-11T09:14:00.000-05:00

Swimmers get excited, STAR meet is almost hear. The team goal for this meet is to have fun, but also remember a few important facts besides we are going to swim fast.
Remember that your are not only represetning yourself but HAST, your Parents and your Community. Along with haveing fun, we are going to be having alot of young swimmers traveling for the first time, so they will need help. ECC pool is a huge complex and parents will not be allowed on deck.
NOTE:
All I have been hearing for the last few weeks is "I can't wait to swim at STAR MEET" so to me that is swimmers telling me "I am going for it" all out no regretts and let se what happens. I am behind everyone, I like to see a swimmer experiment, it builds solid race techinique.
CS

Valentines Card- Success

2008-02-11T09:13:00.000-05:00

The delivery of the Valentines Day Cards to the residents at Hilton East was a success. Thank you to everyone who helped make the cards! Katelyn & Jami

Westside Invitational

2008-02-07T11:48:00.000-05:00

The Westside Invitational G-S-B meet is February 29 - March 2. This meet will be held at the Churchville Chili High School. Entries are due to me Tuesday February 19th. Please email entries to dlajuett@hiltonswimteam.org.

Remember pancake night is tonight Thursday February 7th.

Officials - Webster Silver Meet

2008-02-07T11:08:00.000-05:00

Webster Blue fins is calling for officials this weekend. S. Hickey asked to have this posted, many officals helped HAST run 14 and Under Gold JO's, even though they didn't have any swimmers in the meet. So in turn S. Hickey is asking for HAST officials to step up.

Timers will be needed - so plan to help out. This is a reminder that parents need to help time when the club is required to cover lanes. It seems like I am always seeing the same individuals.
Distance events each swimmer is required to provide their own timer, Saturday we need to supply 1 timer (lane 1) for the morning session, Sunday we need to supply 2 timers (lane 7). Finals session will be covered by Webster Blue Fins each night.

Pancake night - Thursday night 2/7/08

2008-02-04T12:22:00.000-05:00

Make up Date: Pancake Night will be Feb.7th (Thursday night), swimmers be ready to eat, and have some fun.

Swim practice and pancake night cancelled

2008-02-01T10:30:00.000-05:00

Hilton has cancelled all pm activities tonight (2/1/08). We will have to reschedule our pancake night. The dual meet for tomorrow is still on. Hope to see everyone there. Drive carefully.