The Gator blog

Second Winter Clinic Session

2011-12-05T09:27:00.003-07:00

Hello Gators,It is hard to believe that we have already finished our first session of winter clinics. We want to wish you all happy holidays and we hope you enjoy time with your families. Our second session of winter clinics will begin February 12th and they will go through May 13th.*There will be no practice 2/19, 3/25, 4/1, and 4/8. The price will be the same as the first session of the clinics

Are you Ready for some Swimming???

2011-09-21T18:42:00.003-06:00

Hello little gators,I cannot believe that it has already been a month since school started. . . time sure flies by. I just wanted to give a friendly reminder that winter clinics do start this Sunday at Green Mountain Rec Center. Coach Josh and I cannot wait to see you all there!Here is the run-down of practice times:8-unders- 10 year olds 5:00-6:00 p.m.11-18 year olds 6:00-7:00 p.m.Enjoy the

Winter Clinics for 2011-2012

2011-08-22T21:31:00.002-06:00

Hey all, Well summer has come to an end, and we all know what that means . . . school started today. I don't know about you all, but I sure wish we were still having swim team practice! I wanted to post the swim clinics dates for you all, and I hope to see all of you gators at the pool! Swim clinics will be at the Green Mountain Rec Center: Practice times- 8-unders and 9-10's 5:00-6:00 p.m. 11-

Gator Nation or At Least State

2011-08-08T16:06:00.002-06:00

Hi All, Sorry it took me so long to post I have just been busy the past week. If you have had a chance to look at results from state you will see that GMST took second in division II. That is the best we have done since I have been with the team so congratulations to all who swam. I would like to give a shout out to the 11-12 Boys and Girls who dominated the meet. I will post info about the

How to RSVP to Banquet

2011-07-27T11:27:00.002-06:00

We received some emails asking for some clarification on how to RSVP by using the comment box.1. Go to the blog posting about league and where all the details about the banquet are.2. Scroll down to the end of just that post.3. Click "comment" it will be blue.4. This will open up a page and you will see a list of swimmers that have commented on the left side, and on the right side there will be a

speed Demonds

2011-07-26T10:59:00.002-06:00

Hey All,Under the state entries I posted a new best times sheet and league results. One cool note about the league results is if you check the 11-12 boys 50free, 200 Free, and 100 IM you might see a familiar name.Just so you all know I saw the parents doing a rain dance at the pool hoping to rain out the coaches relay tomorrow. I don't know about you but I don't think it will work.Coach Rich

Coaches/Parents Relay

2011-07-26T09:54:00.001-06:00

Alright parents the coaches are officially ready to take you on in a race! We think that we have given you enough time to prepare...even though that still won't be enough! Come ready to swim after the banquet!See you all tomorrow!

Weekend Update

2011-07-24T18:00:00.003-06:00

Gooo gators!!!What a weekend it has been! The coaches are wiped out from all the amazing races that you swimmers did! We did end up placing 4th overall, which is great for our team. The coaches goal for the season was to place in the top 4 in league, thank you for your hard work and helping us achieve our goal! I am going to go ahead and highlight some key races that took place:-11-12 girls

VERY IMPORTANT!!

2011-07-21T15:12:00.002-06:00

Hey gators,I hope that you are all home resting up for your big weekend! I have some important information regardging Sunday July 24th. *Colfax Avenue will be closed Sunday starting at 6:30 a.m. The only places that you will be allowed to cross are at Simms and Federal. This is very important for us because our warm-ups start at 7:00 and it would be really nice and less stressful for the coaches

New Information

2011-07-18T15:11:00.002-06:00

Hey gators,I just posted all of the league meet information, so check that out. If you have any questions feel free to ask. * 400 swimmers: We will be having a wake-up swim on friday before the meet. If you want to do this show up to practice anytime after 8:00 a.m. and we will get you guys warmed up and ready to go! * If you are not swimming the 400 on Friday you still have practice at your

League Week

2011-07-17T15:00:00.002-06:00

Gators,We just finished our league entries and we will have them posted at the pool tomorrow on the bulletin board. Please check them to make sure that we entered you in your correct events. We have 64 swimmers that qualified for league! This is a huge number for our team, and the coaches are very proud of all your hard work!*For practice this week we would like to only have league and state

Last Chance Meet

2011-07-16T14:45:00.003-06:00

Hey Gators,The coaches just wanted to say congrats on another great meet! Unfortunately we did not win the meet we came up 30 points short. Everyone swam extremely well and we are very proud of you!For all of those swimming in the last chance tomorrow warm-ups are NOT at 7:40, they are at 7:20!!! Sorry about the wrong time, and we hope to see you all there at 7:20 at AAC! *If you are deck

Domination Coaches

2011-07-13T15:32:00.002-06:00

Hi all,Hope you are all excited for the meet tonight. This is the third to last chance for you all to make league times so get ready to swim fast. Warm up will start at 5:30 and the Meet will start at 6:00PMBe sure not to leave the meet early tonight, you wouldn't want to miss the best relay of the season. So far here are the teams competing in the main event 1)Coaches, 2)Parents, 3) Upper

Intrasquad is a go. Warm up is at 5;30 meet starts at 6:00 tonight.

2011-07-13T08:06:00.000-06:00

Night Practice 7/11/11

2011-07-11T19:03:00.003-06:00

Hey Gators,Night practice will be cancelled tonight Monday June 11th due to the rain. Enjoy the night off! Also we will be continuing sign-ups for the intrasquad tomorrow and starting sign-ups for the AAC meet this Saturday. The intrasquad meet on Wednesday is our last one, so you all know what that means. . .coaches relay!! We are ready to take down any team that tries! Parents start getting

Last Week Before Post Season

2011-07-10T18:08:00.002-06:00

Hello Gators,Congratulations again on another successful meet. We did beat the Columbine Dolphins! A special shout-out to Dylan Jacob on setting another team record in the 100 Free. This week is the last week of regular practice. Starting next Monday July 18th practice will be only for league and state qualifying swimmers, so come to the pool this week ready to practice so that you can get those

Riding The Storm Out

2011-07-07T21:32:00.002-06:00

Its a good thing Gators are exalent swimmers because you all might be swimming to practice tomorrow if the rain keeps coming. Here are a few updates to get you through the weekend.The meet Saturday against CKST will start at 7:00am with our warm up starting at 6:00am. 12 and unders will warm up from 6:00-6:15 and 13 and ups from 6:15-6:30. Please be ready to get in the pool on time.If you have

Night Practiced Cancel

2011-07-05T18:46:00.004-06:00

Hi all,Hope you all had a great 4th of July. Due to weather and the fact that I just got back into town and still have to run home I am going to cancel Night Practice tonight but we will be back to normal tomorrow. Uper division if you are missing the pool feel free to do a two a day tomorrow.Coach Rich

Gator Portait

2011-06-29T10:29:00.002-06:00

Hey Gators,Just wanted to touch base with you all on a few topics.1) Intrasquad: The meet will be big tonight so we would like to start right at 6. To do that we need all swimmers here by 5:20PM ready to get in for warm ups at 5:30. We will also need timers so please come by and help out.2) Pictures: Tomorrow 6/30/11 is the team picture7:30am, If you are doing individuals please be here early to

Monday June 27th

2011-06-27T17:59:00.001-06:00

There will not be night practice this evening, hope you all enjoy having a full day off!Coach Shelby

2011-06-27T11:47:00.002-06:00

Hey Gators,Hope you all were able to get caught up on rest this morning. The coaches were really impressed with all of your swims this weekend. I have not yet received the results from the meets this weekend but as soon as I do I will update the best times.We have an intrasquad meet this Wednesday so if you would like to swim please sign up with a coach either tomorrow or Wednesday morning.Fact:

We are the Gators, the mighty mighty Gators!

2011-06-25T16:17:00.003-06:00

Gators,Wow, is all I can say right now! For those of you that swam at Ken Caryl, the coaches couldn't be more proud of you! We had 20 second drops in best times all the way to first place finishes! The coaches even won a little something...the 'Team Spirit Award', we even have a little plaque to go along with it! The highlight of the meet would probably be when a parent asked Coach Rich if he was

New Information!

2011-06-23T13:58:00.002-06:00

Hello Gators,We have received our warm-up time for the CD meet. We won the jackpot and will be warming up 6:20-6:40. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Also if you would like to deck enter for the CD meet you need to do so BY 6:30 am. They will not accept any entries after that time. Rich was going to post to keep good on his word to the Moores but, Josh told him he couldn't post becasue the Moores

Last Chance

2011-06-22T12:57:00.002-06:00

Hi All,Tomorrow is the last day to sign up for both the C/D meet and the Pentathalon. However you can always sign up for C/D meet at the meet but that is more work so please try and sign up by tomorrow.Also warm ups are up for Ken-Caryl so check them out and try and get there a little early.Coach Rich

Night Practice 6/20/11: Gators we are going to have night practice tonight, hope to see some of you there! Practice will go 8-9pm

2011-06-20T19:24:00.001-06:00

The Swamps New Look

2011-06-20T12:56:00.002-06:00

I hope you all like the new look to the swamp. Thanks to Peter we have an awesome new title to our blog.Congrats to all who swam on Saturday. For the second strait week the GM Gators feasted on Piranhas. The results and best times are posted on the blog so take a look at them when you get a chance.This week is going to be a very busy one so if you have any other questions please feel free to ask

PRACTICE CANCELED

2011-06-20T05:26:00.001-06:00

Hey all due to weather practice is canceled today (Monday 6/19/11). See you all tomorrow.Coach Rich

Calling all parents!

2011-06-10T13:49:00.003-06:00

Hey there gators,First of all, I would like to say great job at practice this week! Coach Rich, Josh, and I were very proud of the progress you all made during stroke week. We still have some work to do, but we were very pleased with how things went. We are excited to see how you all do at the meet tomorrow morning!Next order of business is going to be the swim meet, which is at 5 Parks

Where Did Summer Go?

2011-06-09T15:49:00.003-06:00

Brrrrr.It was a bit chilly out there today but I was glad so many of you made it to practice any ways. I was really impressed with the 8 and unders who all got in. More of them got in than the upper division.We will have the entries for Saturdays meet at the pool tomorrow if you want to see what you are swimming. If you have not signed up yet you will have to do so at the meet.See you all at the

Chilly morning practice for 8-unders is still on, but parents we will leave that decision up to you. Hope to see you all here!!

2011-06-09T07:42:00.002-06:00

Deal On

2011-06-08T14:07:00.002-06:00

Ok I spoke with the Moores today and the deal is on. They were on time today so you are treated to a few words of wisdom from me. I have spent the last few hours figuring out the printer and Meet Manager but I think I have it so the book should be updated by tomorrow.Note we will have night practice tonight starting at 8pm. I have heard from a few parents who are taking advantage of the pool time

Feeling The Heat

2011-06-07T12:50:00.004-06:00

No, I don't mean Miami. Go MavsFor those of you who are only thinking of tonight's game I meant the weather. It seems that summer is finaly upon us, and we are in full swing of things at the swamp. Here are a few things to keep in mind in the up coming week.Water World tickets will go on sale Thursday for $23. First come first serve, so don't wait or you will be paying full price. See Mrs. Long

8 and Overload

2011-06-06T15:31:00.001-06:00

WOW So Many Gators,I am pleased to announce that this year’s gator team is the biggest we have had since the Kruses have been on the team, and that has been for awhile. There are so many new gators we could use all your help If you happen to see any of these new swimmers or parents wondering around looking confused or lost please help them find their way to the heating shed, team tent or the

Up Date

2011-05-26T13:39:00.002-06:00

Hi All,Since we have no students today and my classroom is ready for summer I figured I could spend some time writing to my favorite swim team. It was good to see so many of you yesterday. It was good to see so many old and new gators getting along so swimmingly. Although I did notice that we were missing quite a few people upper division. But I am sure you are all just busy with grad parties and

Practice Cancelled

2011-05-24T16:42:00.001-06:00

Hello,So the weather is not cooperating and we are going to go ahead and cancel all practices. We hope you guys have a great night. Keep your fingers crossed that the weather is nice for tomorrow! See you all tomorrow!Coach Shelby and Rich

Rain rain go away!

2011-05-24T16:10:00.002-06:00

Hey guys, 8-under practice is cancelled, but since it looks like it is going to clear up we are still on for 9-10 and 11-12 practice. Check back and we will let you know for sure. Coach Shelby and Rich

Rain Out

2011-05-24T16:03:00.001-06:00

Sorry guys no go for today. Check back tomorrow and we will try again I will try and post something in the afternoon again. Don't tell Josh let's see if he show up to day. Coach Rich and Shelby

Wet and Wild

2011-05-24T13:31:00.003-06:00

Gators,I am not sure what has gotten into the weather lately I think Coach Luke has sent New Orleans weather to us using some type of cajun Voodoo. Since Coach Shelpy has informed me that she is not mother nature and therefor cant tell me what the weather will be like in four hours we will have to play it by ear. Either way Shelby and I will be there for a few menutes at least to say hi and do a

Tis The Season

2011-05-23T09:14:00.005-06:00

Hi Gators,yup its that time again. The swamp is filled and ready to be filled with little gators.See you all this afternoon.Coach Rich

Summers Back

2011-05-15T20:24:00.002-06:00

Hey All,I am sure you all are as ready for summer as I am. I have posted our meet schedule and our practices times for the next few weeks. Sign up forms will be at the pool durring practices for the first few weeks. I will also get them up on the blog ASAP. If you have any questiosn let me know.Richp.s. Happy Birthday Jellby

Officials

2011-04-17T16:43:00.002-06:00

Hello Gators,Hope you are all having a great spring, I have been pleased to see so many of you on Sundays. Those of you who I haven't seen I hope you have been able to splash around every now and then.For those parents that we rely on so much to help officate our meets please see the info below. If you have any quests just let us know.Our FSA officals trainings will be on the following dates:

Gator Clinics

2011-02-06T10:27:00.003-07:00

Hi there Gators,Long time no see. I hope all of you have been able to stay warm the past week I am sure you have since you all had two days off school while us at DPS only got one. I just wanted to remind everyone that we will be starting our spring clinics next Sunday Feb. 13th at 5:30 in Green Mountain Rec Center. Try and get there a little early this first week to fill out regestration. Hope

Swim Clinic Update

2010-09-29T18:18:00.003-06:00

Hey all It was great to see so many of you last week. Hope to see more of you this Sunday. I have updated the clinic section to the right of this post to include datas off and I fixed the time. So make sure to check it out.Coach Rich

Get Your Bling

2010-08-12T11:42:00.000-06:00

Hey AllHope you have all recovered of the past week and a half. I know spending some time in New Orleans was just what the doctor ordered. For all of you that have not yet picked up your state awards they are at the pool so stop by and pick them up. I have posted the clinic info to the right of this post. I would strongly recommend all of you attend the clinics they will greatly improve your

State Gators

2010-07-29T17:03:00.000-06:00

Hey AllSo we have decided to just warm-up at the Splash during our scheduled time. I think we will have plenty of room and time to get warmed up. Please remember that parking might be a little tight so you might want to get there early to make sure you get a spot and can get to the tent.If you have any questions about this weekend feel free to contact me. Coach Rich

Gator Awards

2010-07-28T13:55:00.003-06:00

Hi allJust wanted to send out a reminder about the banquet tonight. Dinner will be starting at 5:30.Please remember that last names A-N should bring a dessert and O-Z a side dish. Sorry for the late notice we all know prompt blog posts aren't my thing.Coach Rich

Gators Claw To Top of League Food Chain

2010-07-25T17:30:00.000-06:00

All I have to say is WOW! For those you who have not heard yet you are now reading the 2010 Division II League Champions Gator's Blog. I wanted to thank all of you who swam or cheered this weekend, we would not have been able to do it without you. We will not be having practice tomorrow to give everyone a chance to catch up on sleep and get ready for state. State entries are posted at the pool

League Weekend and Directions

2010-07-23T12:16:00.003-06:00

League week is here!!!As promised here is the address to the pool. I will also post a link under Important Links to the right of this post to help you find the pool.Columbine Knolls Pool6191 S. Plymouth Drive Littleton, CO 80128Please remember to leave extra time to find the pool if you have not been there before. The meet is going to be close so we need everyone at warm-ups so they will swim

Trafic Jam

2010-07-21T15:04:00.000-06:00

Hello I am excited to see you all tonight at the ice cream social. Hope fully you will eat some ice cream dye some shirts and watch the parents and upper division loose to the coaches in a medley relay. I think the parents have been a little scared and have been practicing the rain dance so that they don’t have to face us coaches.After looking at the warm-up schedule for league I saw that we only

The Winning Way

2010-07-19T16:00:00.000-06:00