September's Swimmers Of The Month!

Coach Lauren’s Groups

Lauren Kong was born on Feb 1st, 2000.  She is 8 years old and enjoys swimming backstroke.  When she is not at swim practice, Lauren enjoys playing softball and 2nd base is her favorite position.  Lauren is a wonderful scholar.  She enjoys art and reading Nancy Drew books.  Lauren is no stranger to fine dining.  She loves rocky road ice cream and pasta.  Did you know that Lauren has been to our nation’s capital?  She has even been to the white house!  Lauren is a very busy girl.  But she still finds time to watch her favorite movie "Kung Fu Panda."  She also enjoys watching "The fairly odd parents."  Lauren Kong is a wonderful girl, and it’s a joy to have her on our team.  Her favorite thing about EBAT is all the nice people.  Look for Lauren at our practice.  She is in the pink cap and goggles - it is her favorite color after all.

 

Coach Colby’s groups

Olivia Seideman - Olivia has taken full advantage of the new season.  Not only is her work ethic exceptional, but she is blossoming into quite the group leader.  Olivia can always be counted on to know what the set is, and will always proactively help the other members of her lane understand the sets as well.  However, unwavering dependability is only part of Olivia’s package.  As a greeting committe she is more than welcoming to the new members, greeting them with a big smile and "Hi, I’m Olivia!"  But by far the biggest change in Olivia this season has been her willingness to push herself.  It seems weekly Olivia moves lanes -- each week a faster lane than the last.  Olivia’s combination of leadership and focus is a dynamic combination that ensures her a great 2008-2009 season!  Way to go Olivia S.!

 

Coach Mark’s groups

The swimmer of the month for September goes to a brand new swimmer to our team - John Michael Saunders.  John Michael decided that he would leave the summer league to start swimming year-round.  I think he is excited to be a sophomore at Castro Valley High and really wants to make an impact on his high school swim team.  Lots of swimmers who come out of summer league have a rough time adjusting to the increased work loads.  John Michael has done an outstanding job by coming to practice every day, on time and prepared to do the best he can.  I am really impressed with his work ethic and I think he is going to do great things this season.  Good job John Michael!  Keep up the hard work!