Additional Marlins Record Broken! new! August 14, 2010

One previously unreported record breaking swim was recorded on July 23rd when Elise Tinseth broke the Girls 15&Over 1650 Free record with a time of 19:53.96! The previous record of 20:44.04 was set last year by Caitlin Duffner. Great job Elise!

Marlins DVDs Available!! posted July 28, 2010

If you didn't get your team photos, certificates, awards, ribbons, medals, etc. at the picnic, Kim George has them all. You can contact Kim at littlenaches@yahoo.com to arrange how she can get these items to you.

You can also purchase a Marlins photo DVD from Kim. This DVD includes photos from the IntraSquad meet, the dual meets, B-Champs and Senior Prelims and can be played on your TV or computer DVD player. It includes some great shots of our swimmers!! The DVDs are $15.00 and the proceeds go towards the Marlins Scholarship Fund.

End Of Season Picnic on Monday! posted July 25, 2010

Come to the annual end of the season potluck picnic and pool party on Monday evening starting at 5:30! After a pot luck dinner and awards the pool will be open from 8-10 for free swim. Please bring your own drinks, eating plates and utensils, chairs, swim suits and one of the following dishes to share:

1. Salad / Fruit - Last Names A-H
2. Main Dish - Last Names N-W
3. Dessert - Last Names J-M

Questions? Send your email to Wendi at hitchings@seanet.com.

More Records Set at A-Champs! new! July 24, 2010

Mackenna Briggs added the 14&Under 50 Fly to her list of record breaking swims today at the Midlakes League Championships in Federal Way. The previous record of 28.03 was held by Iris VonJouanne and set back in 1980. Mackenna's record breaking time was 27.61! Mackenna also improved on her Girls 14&Under Back record set earlier this season with a new record time of 28.63.

Austin Briggs broke his own 15&Over 100 Free record with at time of 50.02. Austin set the previous record of 50.84 at A-Champs two years ago.

The relay team of Logan Briggs, Kevin Hays, Austin Briggs and Tucker Watts swam a 1:43.86 to set the 15&Over Medley Relay record! The previous record of 1:44.80 was set 32 years ago in 1978 by C. Remillard, M. Woerner, R. VonJouanne and A. Regis. The new Marlins record is 1:43.86!!

Other highlights from today's meet were first place finishes by Nick Klatt in the Boys 14&Under 200 Freestyle and Elise Tinseth in the Girls 15&Over 200 Freestyle. Nick swam a 1:50.91 which is just 0.31 seconds off the Marlins record and Elise swam a 2:00.83 which is just 0.13 seconds off the Marlins record!

Congratulations to these record breaking and first place swimmers and to all the swimmers that participated in the Midlakes Championship Meet!

Midlakes and Marlins Records Broken at Senior Prelims! July 21, 2010

Three Marlins records were broken at Senior Prelims on Monday! First up was Mackenna Briggs who broke the Girls 14&Under 50 Back record with a time of 29.10. The previous record of 29.50 was held by Iris VonJouanne and was set in 1980! Congratulations to Mackenna for breaking a 30 year old record!

Next was Nick Klatt who set the record for the Boys 14&Under 500 Free with a time of 5:06.01. Nick came in over 8 seconds faster than the 2nd place finisher!

Third was Logan Briggs who swam the Boys 15&Over Free in a time of 4:42.59. Not only did he break his own Marlins record of 4:50.10, he also broke the Midlakes League Record!! The previous record of 4:42.97 was set in 2008 by Tyler Benster of MICC. Very impressive Logan!

Marlins Repeat As B-Champ Winners! new! July 19, 2010

The Marlins took top honors at today's Division III B-Champs just edging out the Kingsgate Royals who came in second!!!  Here are the final team standings:

1. Maple Hills Swim Club 1587
2. Kingsgate Royals 1582
3. Tam O'Shanter Water Rats 1433.5
4. Norwood Ducks 1029.5
5. Overlake Otters 571

Click here to see the results by individual event.

Congratulations Marlins!!!

Marlins Scholarship Applications Due Tomorrow! new! posted July 18, 2010

Just a reminder that applications for the Marlins scholarship for graduating seniors are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, July 19. A copy of the application is available here. When your application has been completed, please contact Marcy Rand, Scholarship Committee Chair, at 425-227-8393 or ograymar@msn.com to arrange turning in your application package.  Please also contact Marcy if you have questions as you complete your application.

Pizza and Picnic! updated July 14, 2010

The end of the season is drawing near. Here is some information about two of our annual end of the season events.

July 15th: Next Thursday is our last dual meet of the year and also the night of our annual pizza party at Flying Pie.  This year we plan on scheduling the event from 9-11 pm .  Service will be buffet style with multiple kinds of pizzas available. Please RSVP to the Marlins with how many people in your family can attend. Please make the subject of your email "Pizza Night Notification" and send your response by Monday the 12th at 4 pm.

July 26th: The end of the season Marlins picnic will be on Monday July 26th starting at 5:30. After a pot luck dinner and awards the pool will be open from 8-10 for free swim. Please bring your own drinks, eating plates and utensils, chairs, swim suits and one of the following dishes to share:

1. Salad / Fruit - Last Names A-H
2. Main Dish - Last Names N-W
3. Dessert - Last Names J-M

RSVP to Wendi at hitchings@seanet.com.

More B-Champs Info! new! posted July 14, 2010

If you are swimming at B-Champs, please check your B-Champs events which are posted at the pool. B-Champs will be held at the Kingsgate Royals Pool (where our Tuesday meet was) this Saturday, July 17th. Swimmers must be at the pool by 7:55 AM! Since other teams have a warm up time earlier than ours, parking may be a challenge, so please plan accordingly. If possible, please sit near other Marlins families to make it easier for the coaches to find swimmers.

Warm-ups are from 8:25 to 8:45. Each age group will get a lane. B-Champs is a long and fun meet, so bring tents, blankets, pop-ups, food, water, board games, etc. The expected end time is 3:00PM. The concession stand will be serving breakfast from 7:00-10:00 and lunch from 11:00-3:00.

Swimmers should listen for the announcers to call their event. Swimmers go up very early and are "staged" before their race, meaning someone puts them in the right spot and they are able to relax before their race. The "clerk of course" is where you should send your swimmer.

REMEMBER: YOUR SWIMMER MUST BE AT THE POOL BY 7:55 AM! This is absolutely essential. The coaches go to a scratch meeting at 8:15, when every swimmer who is not yet accounted for is taken completely out of the meet. This means they may not swim a single race. No matter what time your swimmer's first event is, you must still be at the pool by 7:55 (this includes 15 and overs who drive themselves!)

If you need more information, there is a packet posted on the bulletin board including a map of their facility. It is going to be a really wonderful meet and we're looking forward to seeing how well the Marlins swim! Good luck!

Call for B-Champs Volunteers! new! posted July 12, 2010

B Champs is upon us! It is this Saturday July 17th. We need 21 volunteers to help do our part to make this great event fun and successful.

There are 3 shifts:
1st shift 8:45-10:45, 2nd shift 10:45-12:45, 3rd shift 12:45-2:45

Volunteers are needed for the following positions:
- Starter assistant 2nd shift (change event #'s)
- Clerk of course 2nd & 3rd shift (checks in swimmers)
- Stroke & turn 2nd
- Scorekeeping 1st  (knowledge & experience required)
- Scorekeeping assistant 3rd (knowledge & experience required)
- Ribbons 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- 3 Timers for 1st shift
- 4 Timers for 2nd shift
- 3 Timers for 3rd shift
- Heat winner ribbons 1st
- Relay exchange judge (event 59-60, shallow end)

If your child is swimming at B-champs, please contact Kim George and let her know how you can help. These volunteer positions are in addition to your regular season commitments.

Parking Raffle Winner! new! posted July 11, 2010

Congratulations to the Coyne family who are the winners of this week's VIP front row parking spot! Remember to enter into the raffle when you check in at the volunteer's desk at all home meets.

Mile Swim 2010: Sun, Fun and 1650 Record! posted July 9, 2010

It was a beautiful sunny day at the Mile Swim today where Mackenna Briggs broke the girls 14&Under 1650 record with a time of 19:50.78! The previous record of 20:35.56 was set two years ago by Elise Tinseth. Congratulations Mackenna and congratulations to all swimmers who completed their mile swim.

Preferred Parking! posted July 5, 2010

Congratulations to the Tinseth family who are the winners of this week's VIP front row parking spot. Remember to enter into the raffle when you check in at the volunteer's desk at all home meets.

Mile Swim This Friday! posted July 5, 2010

The annual Marlin mile swim is scheduled for this Friday, July 9th. Please see the volunteer sign up sheet as a reminder of what you have signed up for. If you have not yet volunteered, please see the sign up sheet and let Suzy Lowry know how you can help.  

If you have not picked up your pledge envelope, Suzy will have them at this week's meets and also at the mile swim.

As a reminder, the kids will swim 1 mile during practice time in lieu of their regular work out.  The goal is to swim a mile, but the swimmers can swim as many laps as they can – especially for the 8 & unders!  The swimmers can get flat-rate pledges or pledge by the lap. Please note that work out times will be different  to allow the younger kids more time to complete the mile swim.  They will be as follows:

1. 7:00-7:30: 14 & Under
2. 7:30-8:00: 15 & Over
3. 8:00-9:15: 8 & Under
4. 9:15-10:30: 10 & Under
5. 10:30-11:15: 12 & Under

This year our goal is to raise money to help rebuild out snack shack!!  We have some great incentives this year!  The swimmers that earn the highest dollar amount in 3 different age categories will each get a $25 Target Gift Card.  We will also be holding a raffle for a $100 Target Gift Card!  Each swimmer will get a raffle ticket for every $25 they pledge over the $25 suggested minimum.  We will do the drawing at the end of season team picnic. 

Pledges are due at the last home meet on July 15th. This is our primary fund raiser this year so let's go all out for the team!

A/B Champs Info! updated! posted July 5, 2010

Entries need to be turned in soon for B-champs, so next Monday and Tuesday swimmers will be choosing their top three events to swim and entries will be posted Monday, July 12th. If you are out of town, please e-mail your child's choices if you are able. These are not guaranteed events, but it will give the coaches an idea of what everyone would like to swim. A swimmer can swim a maximum of three events at B-champs - three individual events, two individual events and a relay, or an individual event and two relays.

If your swimmer has an "A" time and would like to participate in A-champs, entries for those events are due a bit later. On Monday, July 12th your child will be able to see where he or she ranks among all of the swimmers with A times in the league and we can make our decisions about events at that point. If your child has an A time, it is not required that he or she swim at A champs. Your swimmer can still swim at B champs in other events. If you are unable to attend B champs on Saturday, July 17th, please email the marlins by MONDAY, JULY 5TH AT 11AM.

Kim George will be organizing our B-Champs volunteers. About 20 volunteers from the Marlins are needed for B-Champs. This volunteering is in addition to the regular season commitment.

Mackenna Briggs Breaks 14&U 50 Free Record! new! posted July 1, 2010

Congratulations are in order for Mackenna Briggs who broke the 14&Under 50 Free Marlins record at the Triangle "A" meet!  Mackenna's record time was 26.63 which broke the previous record of 26.78 set by our assistant coach Ashley Lecoq in 2003.  Way to go Mackenna!!

50/50 Raffle Winner! new! posted July 1, 2010

Shannon Luedtke and Dana Englehart would like to congratulate Shannon McClanahan on winning the 50/50 raffle at Tuesday's home meet.  Shannon took home $81!  We will be having another 50/50 raffle at next week’s home meet.  Maybe you could be the lucky one to take home the money!  All the proceeds from the raffle go directly to the team.

Marlins Scholarship Applications Available! posted June 28, 2010

The 2010 Maple Hills Marlins Scholarship Program Application is available here.  Current Marlins who have graduated from high school and are accepted into and will be attending an accredited college or university in the fall of this current year are eligible to apply.  Applicants must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5.  To be considered, submit three copies of your application with the cover page (original only) in a sealed envelope, and include a copy of your last high school report card or transcript (unofficial is fine).  By 5 p.m. on Monday, July 19 when your application has been completed, please contact Marcy Rand, Scholarship Committee Chair, at 425-227-8393 or ograymar@msn.com to arrange to turn in your application package.  Please also contact Marcy if you have questions as you complete your application.

The Maple Hills Marlins Swim Team Board has chosen to operate a scholarship program for the following reasons:

1. The scholarship program provides an incentive for parents and students alike to consider sticking with the swim team into their high school years when the commitment becomes more difficult due to schedule conflicts, active social lives, and apathy.
2. Our older kids contribute to the team by working with the younger students, serving as Big Buddies, etc., and we want to reward that effort.  It says a great deal to teenagers when adults are willing to acknowledge their efforts and invest in them as individuals.
3. Our scholarship program demonstrates the Club’s strong commitment to kids and community, in addition to competition.

Team Photos Today! posted June 25, 2010

Team pictures will be taken this morning Friday, June 25th at 9:00. If you didn't get your order form yet there will be extras at the photo session. There is no practice on photo day!

Mile Swim Info new! posted June 24, 2010

It is time again to gear up for the Marlins Mile Swim fundraiser.  The Marlins Mile Swim will take place on Friday July 9th.  For those of you new to the team this year, the kids will swim 1 mile during practice time in lieu of their regular work out.  The goal is to swim a mile, but the swimmers can swim as many laps as they can – especially for the 8 & unders!  The swimmers can get flat-rate pledges or pledge by the lap. Please note that work out times will be different  to allow the younger kids more time to complete the mile swim.  They will be as follows:

1. 7:00-7:30: 14 & Under
2. 7:30-8:00: 15 & Over
3. 8:00-9:15: 8 & Under
4. 9:15-10:30: 10 & Under
5. 10:30-11:15: 12 & Under

This year our goal is to raise money to help rebuild out snack shack!!  Pledge envelopes will be handed out at the  meets on the 22nd and the 24th.  We have some great incentives this year!  The swimmers that earn the highest dollar amount in 3 different age categories will each get a $25 Target Gift Card.  We will also be holding a raffle for a $100 Target Gift Card!  Each swimmer will get a raffle ticket for every $25 they pledge over the $25 suggested minimum.  We will do the drawing at the end of season team picnic.  This is our primary fund raiser this year so lets go all out for the team!

Lastly the mile swim cannot take place without our all important parent volunteers.  We will need 20 timers/counters  and lots of snack and drink volunteers.    You can email me to sign up at suzlowry@comcast.net or  I will have a sign up at the volunteer table at the next home meet.

Reminder About Practice Starting Time posted June 21, 2010

Here is a little reminder about morning practice times now that they have begun. Please check the Workout Schedule box (see lower right hand corner) to see what time your child needs to be at the pool each morning (this INCLUDES 15 minutes of stretching and warm-up time before we get in the water).

Special note to 15 and Over parents: Please make sure your swimmer is honoring their commitment to the swim team! We have been missing many of them at practices or they have been late and it's very frustrating to the coaches and the other swimmers who have made a point to be on time. Thank you!

Coach Dani
Coach Aaron
Coach Ashley

Tam O'Shanter Meet! posted June 21, 2010

This week's meets are against the Tam O'Shanter club starting with the "B" meet on Tuesday and the "A" meet on Thursday. Check the box to the right for swimmer check-in time, pool directions, the volunteer's list, and Tam O'Shanter visitors info.

Current Bellevue weather forecast for tomorrow at 6:00pm is sunny and 69 degrees!! Let's see if it holds!

Team Photos Next Friday! posted June 18, 2010

Team pictures will be taken next Friday, June 25th at 9:00. There is no practice on photo day so come in your Marlins suit and a smile!

Marlins Outswim Ducks! posted June 18, 2010

Meets results from the Norwood A meet are posted. The Marlins came out on top by a score of 405 to 300. Go Marlins!

Another winner of the week is the Loetscher family who won the front row parking spot for next Thursday's home meet!

Norwood Meet Info! posted June 13, 2010

Important facts about about this week's swim meets against Norwood can be found in the IMPORTANT DATES box to the right. Information such as swimmer check in time, pool location and even who signed up for what volunteer position is available.

Marlins Raffle Winner Announced! posted June 13, 2010

Congratulations to the Carter family who won the prized FRONT ROW parking spot for Tuesday's home meet!

The Marlins Volunteer Raffle occurs at every home meet. To enter, simply enter your name for the drawing when you check in for your volunteer position. You could be the next winner!

Intra Squad Meet Results Posted posted June 12, 2010

Meet results from this morning's Intra Squad meet are available and can be viewed here!

For future reference, results of this year's meets and for past meets since the 2002 can be viewed by selecting the Meet Results button on the left panel.

Did You Tye Dye? new! posted June 12, 2010

Not sure what to do with the dyed T-shirt you brought home from the meet? If that describes you, here are the directions to complete your Marlin's tye-dye shirt.

1. Let stand for 24 hours in bag from event
2. Rinse with rubber bands still on in cool water until clear
3. Let dry
4. Take out rubber bands
5. Either set with heat in a dryer or wash and dry separately at this time

Swim Meets Start Next Week! new! posted June 10, 2010

Our meets next week are against Norwood. Tuesday we are home and Thursday we are at Norwood. We have not swam against them in recent memory, so let's make sure that we leave them with a great impression of Division III and treat them with a lot of respect and practice good sportsmanship!

If you cannot attend a meet next week, you must send an email to the Marlins NO LATER THAN 11:00 AM FRIDAY, JUNE 11TH.  If you do not tell us by Friday morning, your swimmer will not be able to swim in one of the meets the following week. We have already had late notification from three people this season who will have to miss a meet. Please do not let this happen to your swimmer.

Attention Future Concession Workers! posted June 3, 2010

If you are signed up to work one of the concession positions during the swim season, please familiarize yourself with "The Basics of Concessions". If you have any questions, you can contact Rebecca Carter at rebeccajc@comcast.net.

If you are still looking for a volunteer position or need more information about what your position requires, click here for a list of Concession Volunteer needs. Again, contact Rebecca with any questions!

Get Your Marlins Bumper Sticker! posted June 3, 2010

The new edition of the Maple Hills Marlins Bumper Stickers are now available. They are $5.00 each and all profits go to the team.

The stickers are removable and can go on either the window or other painted surface. You may purchase the stickers from Shannon Luedtke (during 12&Under practice), Dana Englehart (during 14&Under practice) or Coach Dani. They will also be available at the Snack Shack during swim meets.

Buy a bumper sticker and show your Marlins pride!

Marlins on Facebook posted May 22, 2010

Did you know that the Marlins have a Facebook group? If you have a Facebook account, check out the "2010 Marlins Swim Team Members" group.  This site is for both parents and swimmers of the 2010 Maple Hills Marlins Swim Team and is a place to share news and give positive encouragement.  This is a closed group, so you'll need to be approved by a group admin to be accepted.

Attention Graduating Seniors posted May 21, 2010

If you plan to apply for the Maple Hills Marlins Scholarship ($500 one-time award payable to the college you will attend), please secure a copy of your transcript or final report card before school ends. We will need a copy (unofficial is fine) to independently verify your final grade point average from high school. Look for more information and the formal deadline announcement soon. (The deadline will be one week before the end-of-the-year awards ceremony and banquet, which isn't on the schedule yet.) Questions? Contact Marcy Rand at ograymar@msn.com.

Tye Dye on Saturday! new! posted June 10, 2010

The date for Tye-Dye has been changed again because of a shipping error involving the dye for the shirts. Our Tye-Dye event will now take place on Saturday right after our Intra-Squad meet.

If you have any questions, concerns or are now able/not able to attend the event please contact Amelia at kgas-davis@msn.com.

Intra Squad Meet Info! posted June 8, 2010

The IntraSquad meet is this Saturday morning with warm-ups starting at 8:00am. Coaches will begin writing intrasquad line-ups on Wednesday morning, so please email the Marlins by Wednesday morning at 9:00am if you are unable to attend the meet.

Can't remember if you're signed up to volunteer for the intrasquad? Check out the volunteer sign up list. Note that we're still in need of a concession worker so if you are available please email Kim George at littlenaches@yahoo.com. Also, if you have experience in being a relay judge, let Kim know as we have three positions to fill for Saturday.

The weather forecast for Saturday is sunny and 75! Yay!

Practice 5/28 cancelled posted May 27, 2010

Practice tomorrow, May 28th, has been cancelled. The pool is, unfortunately, not quite ready to open yet as the temperature is a very chilly 66 degrees and the chemicals haven't had a chance to stabilize. Because of this and the weather forecast for tomorrow, we have decided that a dryland practice won't be particularly effective for the swimmers. We are so sorry for all of the confusion but we will see you in the pool on Tuesday, June 1st. We hope everyone has a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.

Parents, as soon as you know dates for swim meet that your swimmers are missing, let Coach Dani know either on deck or by e-mail so she can mark them on her charts! 

First Practice and Pool Update posted May 22, 2010

This Monday, the 24th, marks the beginning of the 2010 Season and we are all very excited for another fun summer season! Please check the workout schedule for your child's appropriate practice time and let us know if you have any quesitons. Due to the inclement weather over the past few weeks the pool will not be ready for swimming until possibly Thursday of this week - we will keep you posted as the week unfolds. There is still practice being held and your child must wear comfortable (PE type) clothing for games and exercises. The coaches have put together some great workouts that will benefit all swimmers prior to actually entering the water.  

Don't forget your Concussion Information Form!!  It is to be signed by both parent and child and be brought to the first practice.  

Tie Dye T-Shirt Event on June 8th from 5:00-8:00! posted May 12, 2010

This year we want to be especially spirited because we are celebrating 40 Years of Marlin pride. The team captains have scheduled a special T-shirt tie dye event open to all swimmers and their parents.  The cost is $12 per T-Shirt and if you can't make the event our captains will even tie dye it for you! These limited edition shirts will be worn during the season at our away swim meets to show our Marlin spirit. All profits will go directly to the senior scholarship fund. Please see the order form for more details. Come join the Marlin fun!!!

Starters, Stroke And Turn Officials Needed posted May 10, 2010

Our team is in need of stroke and turn judges and starters for the coming season. If you are interested in becoming a stroke and turn official or starter, you must attend one of the following training sessions:

• Thursday May 20 from 6:00-9:00 @ Newport Hills
• Saturday May 22 from 9:00-12:00 @ Samena
• Wednesday May 26 from 7:00-9:00 @ Newport Hills (returning officials only)
• Thursday June 3 from 6-9pm @ Mercerwood Shore Club

See the Midlakes Officiating site for more information.

Team Wear Orders posted May 10, 2010

Don't miss out on ordering your Marlins gear! Mail your Team Wear order form and check, payable to Maple Hills Swim Club, to Mary Hohensinner by May 24th (see order form for further instructions). Sweats should arrive in time for the first swim meet!

New This Year: Concussion Awareness Forms posted May 10, 2010

If you have not yet done so please submit your Midlakes Concussion Awareness Form. If you were not able to submit it at the parent meeting, make sure to bring it to the first swim practice!! These forms are required by the Midlakes League and must be signed before your child can enter the water at the first practice.

Mandatory Parent Meeting

The annual parent meeting will be held on Monday May 10th after the swim suit fitting. This meeting is mandatory for parents of both new and returning swimmers.

The meeting will be held in the upper meeting room of Evergreen Community Church from 7:00-8:00. Volunteer signups for the season will take place at the end of the meeting. This is important as your child can not enter the water until parents are signed up to volunteer.

Registration Now In Progress!!

It's time to register for the 2010 season. To register, print both the Marlins Registration form and the Marlins Emergency Contact & Swimmer Participation form and mail them with the appropriate fees to our registrar Gayle Davis (see registration form for mailing instructions). Please submit your registration material during the appropriate dates:

March 24th - April 11th

Returning swim team families from last year

 

April 12th - April 18th

Returning swimmers and all Maple Hills residents

 

April 19th - April 25th

Returning swimmers, MH residents and MH Maintenance Co. members

 

April 26th

Returning swimmers, MH residents and MH Maintenance Co. members and all new swimmers

 

Non-residents of Maple Hills may become members of the Maple Hills Maintenance Co. MHMC Members enjoy benefits with respect to pool usage, swim team priority registration and more. Read the Outside Membership Information for more details and mail in the Outside Membership Form to become a member

Are you a new Marlins family? Read our Statement of Purpose and Philosophy.