SEPTEMBER 2020 DM NEWSLETTER

Dallas Mustangs

SEPTEMBER 2020 DM NEWSLETTER

We want to welcome everyone back to the pool after our end of summer break. The swimmers and coaches (and probably many of the parents 😉) are excited to get back into the swim of things. For those new to the team and for those who need to refresh their memories, we have included our current COVID-19 safety protocols at the end of this newsletter. Please help us in keeping a safe environment for our swimmers and coaches by following these guidelines.

 

We will be starting this new season with a new board president, Danna Arnold. Danna has been a huge addition to our board over the past couple of years and know that she will pick up where Jeroen Van Cauwelaert (the club’s past president) left off. Many thanks to Danna for volunteering her time and effort!

SCHEDULE UPDATES

 

As we move forward, we will continue to adjust our practice schedule in order to provide the best workout situation possible for the swimmers. You can always visit our website for the latest changes but here are the changes that will begin next week:

 

MON, 9/7: NO PRACTICES - HAPPY LABOR DAY - STAY SAFE!

 

Loos Silver:

  • Mondays and Wednesdays 6-7:30 am at Glen Cove
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00-6:30 pm at Glen Cove
  • Saturdays (beginning Sept 12) 8-9:30 am at Glen Cove

Loos National:

  • M-W-F: 5 - 6:30 pm at Glen Cove
  • Tu-Th: 6 - 7:30 am at Glen Cove

White Rock Silver: M-Th: 6:45-8:15 pm at KC

White Rock Bronze: M-Th: 6:45-7:45 pm at KC

 

 

 

 

TECH SUIT RESTRICTION
12 & UNDER SWIMMERS

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The tech suit restrictions, proposed by the Age Group Development Committee, will go into effect for 12-and-under swimmers beginning September 1, 2020. Below are complete lists of the suits that will be restricted for athletes 12 and under, and then a list of those tech suits that will be allowed for athletes 12 and under:

 

Restricted 12-and-under tech suits
Approved 12-and-under tech suits

SPEEDO FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY

Dallas Mustangs will partner with Speedousa.com for a team fundraiser. Starting September 13-27, we will have the opportunity to shop on speedousa.com and earn a 20% contribution back from Speedo on all the purchases that we make as a team.

 

DETAILS:

  • Shop at www.speedousa.com/team-fundraiser
  • Please note only the select products on the team fundraiser page are eligible for discounts or fundraising
  • Products include practice suits, apparel, backpacks, caps, goggles and training aids – everything you need to get back in the water!
  • You will receive a 10% discount off MSRP on any product you purchase
  • 20% of the Team’s total sales will be paid back to us by Speedo
  • Please use our unique promo code to receive the discount and fundraising contribution:

TFMUSTANGS

LET'S BREAK IT DOWN

 

If everyone selects $100 worth of product they receive a 10% discount and pay $90 for those items. The team would receive $18 for that purchase. Multiply that by say, 200 swimmers, we receive a


$3600 CASH GIFT CARD!

 

The more you can share this info, the more we can raise!

There are no minimums to hit to earn money either so every sale counts no matter how big or small!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

FOR NORTH TEXAS GIVING DAY

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As you know, Dallas Mustangs is a non-profit organization. COVID-19 has had a significant impact on our team as it has many others across North Texas. Please consider giving a gift on or before 9/17/2020 to help ensure the longevity of our team. More Information can be found on the Dallas Mustangs Giving Page.

COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS

Please read the following safety protocols our swimmers, coaching staff and parents will need to follow at each of our pools. Remember, these protocols may change due to pool configurations or safety guideline developments. This is uncharted territory for all of us, but by working together, we can make the most of these trying times. There is always a possibility that the facility may have to close again with little or no notice based on current Government regulations and developments.

 

REMINDER: Swimmers must swim with their assigned group/location.

 

Swimmers:

  1. Swimmers should be ready to enter the facility 5 minutes before the scheduled practice time begins and will leave the facility within 5 minutes after the scheduled practice time ends.

  2. Swimmers will need to wear a mask when entering and exiting the facility.

  3. Swimmers will wear a mask if they need to use the bathroom during practice.

  4. Each swimmer must wear his/her suit to and from the pool.

  5. Swimmers are to always stay at least 6 feet away from others while inside and outside of the facility.

  6. Swimmers will not share any of their belongings with other swimmers.

 

Coaches:

  1. Coaches will wear a mask while at the swimming facility. The mask may be removed in order to give instructions.

  2. Coaches will remain at least six feet away from others and will not have physical contact with swimmers unless aid must be given.

  3. Coaches will prop doors open when possible at the beginning and end of practices so that swimmers do not have to touch/use door handles to enter or exit the facility.

  4. Coaches will instruct swimmers where and when to move about the pool.

  5. Coaches will take attendance each day to help with tracking swimmers if necessary.

 

Parents:

  1. Parents will not be allowed inside the pool facilities or areas.

  2. Parents should remain inside their cars during drop off and pick up of swimmers.

  3. Parents must monitor their child’s health and not bring the child to practices if he/she shows any signs of illness or if any other members of the household show signs of illness.

  4. If a swimmer or any member of the swimmer’s household tests positive for COVID-19, that parent must notify Head Coach Mook ([email protected]) immediately and not come to practice until cleared to do so.