Stingrays Newsletter
February Edition- 02/28
Why Do You Love To Swim?
In this article from MySwimPro, 12 swimmers from widely different backgrounds answer the question: "Why do you love swimming". You will see that no two answers are the same. Our sport can have all kinds of positive effects on all kinds of people:
"Swimming gives me a sense of peace and I am grateful to be able to feel that everyday."
"The feeling behind the blocks before a race, the combination of total confidence, full adrenaline and paralyzing fear is like a drug. Nothing compares to it!"
"I love swimming because it was part of saving my life."
To read all 12 answers and the full article - Click Here
Why do you love swimming? Swimmers, parents, volunteers, alumni... let us know what this great sport means to you! Perhaps we create our own, "Training 4 Life" Love Letter to the sport!
Age Group State Recap
Our weekend was highlighted by numerous Lifetime Best Times and Finals Appearances. Over 80% of our swimmers participated in Individual Finals. We made all of our swims count!
The future of RAYSNATION is looking very bright.
Age Group State Participants:
Haley Fortin
Cosy Gale
Jessica Harper
Reese Hawkins
Evelyn Jezerinac
Finnly Jollands
Ava Kornegay
Mia Kunst
Jeanette Liem
Sonny Panessa
Sophia Parker
Bryce Peterson
Nathan Rariden
Gabe Rueda
Theo Thomas
Ansley Young
Congratulations again RAYS. We now shift our focus to Southern Premier next weekend - where 42 RAYS will take on the best in the South-East!
High School Post Season Training Starts Next Week!
Stay in shape and get stronger after the High School Season! The RAYS are Georgia’s Finest swim program. Twice the American Swimming Coaches Association has named us the National Stroke Champions. This is an honor given to the program with the Best Stroke Technique in the USA. If you were on or will be on your High School swim team this school year (8th graders may participate, too!), then this program will keep you in shape and sharpen skills as you approach the summer. This program is for current Non USA-Swimming athletes.
Registration and more info can be found HERE
Please direct any questions to Coach Pike (MVAC) and Coach Larry (CCAC)
LAPS Session 5 is Now Open!
Come join us for Session 5 of LAPS!
It is a 6-week session that runs from Monday, Feb 24th-April 4th.
Spread the word! Bring your Summer League friends with you.
Upcoming Events & Deadlines
March 6th-8th
*Qualifying Times Required*
RAYS Registration Deadline: February 18th
March 20th-22nd
*All RAYS Swimmers*
RAYS Registration Deadline: March 7th