Swimmer Commitment

 

Responsible Teammates

 

 

 

At practice, as a swimmer and a teammate I will:

 

1. Arrive on time. This means: be on deck, with suit, cap and goggles on, and with all appropriate equipment at the time practice is scheduled to begin.

 

2. Be considerate of other swimmers during practice. This means: swim on the right side of the lane, start and finish at the wall, use the pace clock to calculate send off times and   allow other people in your lane to complete the set without disruption.

 

3. Give the coach your undivided attention when he/she is speaking. This means: your head is above water, your eyes are on the coach, and your voice is OFF.

 

4. Return all equipment borrowed from the pool facility to its appropriate storage place at the conclusion of practice.

 

5. Follow all pool rules at the practice facility. Follow the directions of any Folsom Parks and Recreation staff member at the pool. If there is a question, speak to the coach immediately.

 

At meets, as a swimmer and teammate I will:

 

1. Check-in immediately. 

 

2.  Arrive early for warm-ups. Give yourself enough time to check in with the coach, locate the team area, purchase

any necessary equipment, dress and stretch prior to the scheduled start of warm-ups.

 

3. Sit with the team in the team area so the coach can find you whenever necessary.

 

4. Wear a team approved suit and cap. 

 

5. Wear SMST uniform while receiving medals at championship meets.

 

6. Complete the entire warm-up with the team and under the direction of the coach.

 

7. Compete in all events for which you are scheduled, both individual and relay events.

 

8. Speak with the coach both before and after your race.

 

9. Follow the directions of meet staff and officials, regardless of which team the staff/official represents. If there is a question, consult a SMST coach immediately.

 

10. Have healthy food and liquids (water is best) to maintain energy during the day.

 

11. Participate in the Team Cheer when appropriate

 

12. Cheer for fellow Marlins when possible.

 

13. Congratulate other competitors at the completion of the race.