The Week Ahead - Week #2

 " Success if the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." - Robert Collier

Our first few practices are behind us and we are starting to get into the groove of things. We talked last week about foundations and how important it is to build a good foundation in our lives, in our faith, in our sport. The above quote tells us we can build that foundation one small effort at a time. We have seen great effort put forth in our first three practices and know this group is going to blow us away this season and we are excited to see where their efforts take them. 

Now that we are getting into a routine it is important to remember to take care of ourselves. This means fueling our bodies correctly, getting enough sleep and staying hydrated throughout the day and during practice. We see a lot of water bottles by the pool but not enough. Please be sure to bring a water bottle with you to practice every day. This season will look different in many ways and one is we will not be able to have our usual 'snack bin' for after practice. It is so important to refuel your body within 60 minutes from when practice ends. This may not seem like a big deal but your body needs protein within this time frame to help repair and recover. We are asking you to please bring an after practice, high protein snack every day! (consider filling your bag up weekly so you don't forget!) 

Our practice schedule continues from 6:30-8:30 every day this week (8/17-8/21). 

We hope to know more by Wednesday as to what practices going forward will look like. As of now the plan is to practice at Bouws pool after school starting Monday August 24 3:30-5:30. This is subject to change depending on when/if indoor facilities open.  

Freshman families: If you have not done so already and your daughter is planning on order a team jacket please send a check tomorrow made out to 'Holland Christian Schools'.

Parent Meeting: Wednesday 8/19 @ 6:30 via Zoom. An invite will be emailed to you on Wednesday.

Looking Ahead: 

8/24 - First day of school for Freshman

8/24 - Swim Practice 3:30-5:30, Dive 4:00-6:00 @ Bouws Pool

8/25 - First day of school for upperclassman 

8/25 - Home Meet v Otsego (this is subject to change)

8/26-8/28 - Practice: Swim 3:30-5:30, Dive 4:00-6:00