Swim Team Party & Awards ~ August 27, 2011

At the end of every summer (long course season) the swim team has a huge party. The rec center closes early, and it is just swim team and families in the pools and splash pad. In the grass area around the splash pad, we have a big BBQ and sit and chat. After dinner, we have games, family relays (Ryan was “adopted” by some friends of ours to participate in their family relay this year), a slide show of the prior year, and awards.


Last year, Ryan was awarded the “Most Improved Swimmer” by the coaches. He joined the team at the very end of August 2009 (after the summer party), and one year later, had moved up two team levels!
This year, Ryan received the “Coach’s Award.” I’m sure it’s because of Ryan’s commitment and dedication, as well as his courage to try things that most kids his age won’t – like the 400 IM! Here is Ryan proudly accepting his plaque from Coach Steve Doman.