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Congratulations

• to first-time Regional Championships qualifier JACQUELYN EVANS

• to AMY BRADFORD and MITCH DEN BOER for their outstanding training record in OCTOBER

WORKOUT CHANGES

Thursday, Nov  20  ~  due to CHOCC pool closure
4:30 – 6:00 pm          Youth            CGAC
5:00 – 6:00 pm          Age Group Gold & Blue -CGAC
5:30 – 6:30 pm          Age Group Orange & Dev -CGAC
Friday, November 21 ~ due to Nothers meet
No workouts             Age Group Gold/Blue/Orange or Development 
Saturday, November 22 ~ due to Nothers meet
No workouts              Age Group Gold/Blue/Orange or Development

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LAC EQUIPMENT - FINS

If any LAC swimmers have any old fins that they have out grown and would like to donate to the club it would be greatly appreciated.  Please pass them on to Donna and they will be put to good work.

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NOTHERS FALL INVITATIONAL

November 21 to 23, 2008
Canada Games Aquatic Centre (CGAC)
London, Ontario

It takes a lot of hands to run a great meet. Please open this document and volunteer. Thanks.

MINOR OFFICIALS
Friday sessions are extremely in need! All sessions are open for Timers, Strokes & Turns, Safety Marshalls.  The Friday Late Afternoon/Friday Evening Sessions count as ONE (1) session credit (there will be a short 1/2 hour break between sessions). We also have available a new position "Office Helper" in place of runners.  This position will be responsible for light administrative duties including:  photo copying, posting results, bank run, etc. (this position requires an adult as handling of cash is involved).  Please email me if you can help @ ehartley@rogers.com or call 519.641.5791
Thanks,  Erin Hartley
Friday Early Afternoon – 800/1500’s
Warm-up         11:00am
Start                   12:00 noon       

Friday Late Afternoon - 12 & Under 50's
Warm-up         3:00 pm
Start                   3:30 pm

Friday Evening - 13 & Over 50's and FINALS 50 Free Events 19-22
Warm-up         5:30pm
Start                   6:15pm

Saturday and Sunday Morning – 13 & over prelims
Warm-up         7:30 am
Start                   8:30 am

Saturday and Sunday afternoon – 12 & under
Warm-up         12:00 pm
Start                   1:00 pm

Saturday and Sunday Finals – 13 & over finals
Warm-up         5:30 pm
Start                   6:30 pm

FOOD SERVICE/CANTEEN SESSIONS FOR NOTHERS

We haveseveral positions open for canteen at Nothers.  Please email cindyjensen8@rogers.com if you can volunteer for a session.  A session credit is issued for each session worked.

Also, we could use some assistance on Thursday night for set-up - especially with some lifting, etc.  A session credit isn't issued for set-up; however, this is a good opportunity for students to receive some time towards community service.

Please see attached food donation list for the upcoming Nother’s meet.
Friday                  Session I      10:00 -2:00PM
Session II       2:00 – 6:00PM
Session III      6:00 – 9:30PM
Saturday
Session I        7:00  -  12:00PM
Session II      12:00  –  5:00PM
Session III      5:00 –   8:30PM
Sunday
Session I         7:00 -12:00
Session II      12:00 – 5:00PM

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CANADA CUP
November 27 to 30, 2008 - Etobicoke

I have a block of rooms reserved at the Marriott Residence Inn in Etobicoke for this meet, mostly I have studios (sleeps 4) full kitchen for $105.00 per night including a hot buffet breakfast however I can probably get larger rooms if you require.  I will need to release them by this Wednesday Nov. 19 so if you would like one please email me with what nights and what size room you would like at bwgilmour@rogers.com.
Thanks,Wendy

YOUTH CUP
December 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2008 - Etobicoke

Time change:    Thursday, December 4, 2008
distance session:       11:00 am warm-up,   12:00  noon start ( 1 hour earlier)

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Improvement's Torturous Path

Good article on USA Swimming website - Parents area.

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CHANGE ROOM BEHAVIOUR

Once per year it becomes necessary for the coaching staff to remind ALL swimmers that the pools at which we train are public facilities, used by many people other than ourselves.  It is, therefore, our collective responsibility to ensure that the change rooms, and all other areas, are kept in a CLEAN state.  If you have food, EAT IT.  If you have garbage, it goes in a garbage can (hopefully no description required here).  And, of course, vandalism is treated very seriously.  The City of London can refuse access to any patron or organization based on inappropriate behaviour occurring in city-run facilities.  Hopefully, we have received our first and only complaint regarding this issue.

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BINGO = 2 MONTHS POOL RENTAL

Bingos save LAC parents 2 months pool rental per year.  The bingo group needs your bottom on the line to improve LACs bottom line.  Call us to volunteer—it’s easy!
Marybeth 519-472-9322 or Rhonda 519-457-0101

Bingo Schedule

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SWIMMER NUTRITION

Reminder to all swimmers to check the NUTRITION GUIDE on the LAC website for tips on staying "optimally fuelled" during competition. It's under the Coaches Corner.

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Cheese Fundraiser

Delivery of Product

Delivery of product is Friday, November 28th and will most likely be at CGAC from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  You must be available to pick up your order as there is no storage available.  If you are unable to pick up your order, please ask another swim parent to pick up your order or contact me directly to make alternative arrangements. 

Assistance Required

If you can help with distributing the orders on the 28th, please contact me.  Your help would be appreciated.

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PICTURES

If you take pictures at the upcoming Nother's meet, please remember to pass your pictures along to Cindy Jensen at cindyjensen8@rogers.com or via CD/jump drive for inclusion into the banquet video.

Hey, want to ensure there is a picture of your child in the banquet presentation next year?  Well, so do I, but I need everyone's help. 

In order to ensure we have even representation of all age groups in the banquet video next year and to help with the process of assembling the production, I'd appreciate if we could all get in the habit of taking pictures during a meet and then passing them along by either via email to cindyjensen8@rogers.com, on a jump drive (I'll return it once I've copied them) or on a cd after every meet.

The process of collecting photos just before the banquet is not effective and we're all busy parents so I thought it would be much easier if we made this a habit throughout the year hence making production a much smoother process.

Thanks everyone - I appreciate your diligence and assistance.

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ONTARIO SWIMMING OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION ONLINE COURSES

http://swimontario.ninehub.com/
Available Courses:
Level 1 – Timekeeper & Safety Marshall
Strokes and Turns/Head Lane Timer
Please save an electronic copy of your certificate at the end of course and send to Gordon Southam (gsoutham@uwo.ca) so he can record your training/qualifications in the club database.

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EQUIPMENT/LAC CLOTHING SALES

Sweatshirts ~ Well you asked for so we are going to bring it to you!! Should you wish to order a LAC sweatshirt please email Jacqui at saundersatthelake@sympatico.ca with the size, youth or adult and navy or orange by November 14th. This is the only order this year going in for sweatshirts so don't out! This would make a great Christmas present.

Any time throughout the year that you  are looking to purchase swimwear/equipment such as practice suits, competition suits, caps, goggles, paddles, pullbuoys, snorkels, equipment bags or the likes of LAC clothing such as sweatshirts, track pants, officials shirts, shorts, etc. please contact Jacqui Saunders at saundersatthelake@sympatico.ca or (519)473-7186.

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Our Mission:

The London Aquatic Club is committed to achieving quality and excellence in competitive swimming at all levels. Each swimmer will be given an opportunity to be the best they can be, in a positive, caring and safe environment. We are an athlete centered, coach directed, parent supported club.