We had a fantastic weekend in Ellensburg, finishing in 3^rd place by 1.5 points!  We raced well, had a lot of fun, and are incredibly excited for the future of the team.  Click here to read all about our weekend—way to go Waves!!! 

On to the important events coming up:

Annual Meeting

Our Spokane Waves Annual Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 23^rd at 6:30 pm in the Robinson Teaching Auditorium at Weyerhaeuser Hall (on Whitworth’s campus). 

It is essential that at least one parent from every family attend this meeting.

The Annual Meeting is when the general membership (that’s you!) votes on the election of Board of Directions position, changes to our By-Laws, approvals of Policies & Procedures, and any other business that the full memberships needs to deal with.  For more information, please click here.

Swim-a-thon

Be sure to mark FRIDAY MAY 7 on your calendar for our annual Swim-a-thon!  This is our only fundraiser for the year, and we need all families to participate in order to ensure the long-term financial health of the team.  The coaches highly encourage all swimmers to participate!  More information is coming soon.  For questions, contact Toni Endebrock.

Volunteers Still Needed: Waves Store

We are still looking for a volunteer to cover the following shifts in the Waves Store at the pool: Monday 5:30-6:30 & 7:30-8:30; Wednesday 7:00-8:30; Friday 7:00-8:30.  It is an easy way to get your volunteer hours in!  If you are interested, please call Dede at 465-2786.

Shamrock Shake Up: March 12-14—Whitworth University Aquatic Center

We are 10 days away from Shamrock 2010!  We encourage all swimmers on our team to participate in this fantastic meet.  Get your entries in ASAP—entry deadline is TOMORROW before midnight.

PARENTS: Job Sign Up is available on the website, so please sign up to fill your volunteer requirements.

Triple Pentathlon: April 16-18—Whitworth University Aquatic Center

Mark your calendars!  Entries and Job Sign Up will be posted soon.  We need tons of parent support and welcome all swimmers who want to participate!

Swimmers of the Month

Senior: Melissa Kirby

Melissa’s smiling face can be seen at virtually every practice.  Whether it’s the intensity of hard workouts or the focus of developing her skills and technique, Melissa makes her practice time count.  At the IES Short Championships, her efforts paid off.  She had 6 lifetime best swims and also achieved her first ever Senior Sectional Qualifying time in the 100 breaststroke.  With her positive attitude and her drive to practice and compete well, Melissa’s actions are a great example to follow—congratulations Melissa!

Regional: Brandon Merrick

Brandon had a fantastic February, showing strong and consistent work in practice, while racing well in competitions.  Brandon competed at both the IES Junior Championships and the IES Short Course Championships.  At Junior Champs, he won the 500 freestyle, setting a new meet record; he also finished 2^nd in the 50 breaststroke, and helped our 200 Medley Relay win first place as well.  At Short Course Champs, he had 6 lifetime best swims, and scored points (top 8) in 4 events; additionally, he helped our 200 Medley Relay finish 3^rd.  Brandon’s great efforts in practice and at meets has been a great example for our team—congratulations Brandon!

Age Group: Eric Foote

Eric continues to show strong and steady improvement, both in practice and at meets.  At the IES Junior Championships, he dropped time in four events, and finished 2^nd in 3 events; he also helped our 200 Medley Relay win first place.  He competed at IES Short Course Champs in 2 individual events and 2 relays, finishing third in the 200 Medley Relay and making finals in the 50 fly.  His practice efforts have earned him promotion to the Regional Group, and we know that his hard work and dedication will continue to blossom—congratulations Eric!

Ripples: James Baldwin

James has done a great job this past month.  It’s his first year on the team, and he has quickly gotten the hang of things.  His attendance has been excellent, and his efforts in practice have been getting better and better.  Additionally, he is a great listener and a great friend and teammate.  Congratulations James!

Kevin & Keddy