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Showing posts with label swim. Show all posts
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Monday, October 08, 2018
Fwd: WWPCoach-Online water polo tool
Thursday, September 27, 2018
412-Blast Email: Great time for a community cleansing. Schedule enclosed for your consideration.
Some are saying that today is "historic" in regard to the Supreme Court nomination drama unfolding in Washington D.C.
I think it is time to take a deep breath, jump in a swim pool, practice and model "playing well with others," and of course, wrap up by taking a good scrub, shower and cleansing. Let's prepare to live a another day.
I'm on a mission to promote "playing well with others," and can you your help, as soon as tonight and tomorrow and throughout the days to come.
Background:
The focus of my swim coaching for the past decade has been in the city of Pittsburgh, Now, it is growing to a much wider reach. I'm still at some city school pools, but we're offering aquatic experiences at South Park, Mt. Lebanon, Chartiers Valley and Moon.9/27
Tonight, Thursday, the adult water polo players, https://Renegades.4rs.org, are going to help out with a game night with the new squad of scholastic players we call Pittsburgh Combined, https://waterpolo.cloh.org at South Park High School.9/28
Tomorrow, Friday, from 7:15 to 9 pm, kids and adults (mentors, guardians, parents, coaches) are invited to our first SKWIM and water polo practice at the new, indoor, high school swim pool at Mt. Lebanon. Rookies welcome. Fun aquatic game play with a disk. Learn and perfect appropriate counter-attacks, offense and defense.MeetUp page:
Gratis try-outs too.
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Then on Tuesday, from 7:30 to 9 pm we go to another venue for the first time, Chariters Valley's high school pools. There we've got two pools and can play water polo in the deep tank and younger kids can work on teamwork, sportsmanship, fitness and swimming with the SKWIM disk and mentor leaders in the other pool.MeetUp page:
Summary:
Sign up. SKWIM up. Scrub up and by all means -- live another day in healthy ways in our robust communities.Peace.
Thanks for the consideration. Hope to see you, squeaky clean, out and about in the community soon.
Call if you have any questions or want to be removed from this list. Feel free to pass along the invite to others as well.
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Mark Rauterkus Mark@Rauterkus.com
Executive Director of SKWIM USA, a 501(c)(3)
The Pittsburgh Project - swim coach and head lifeguard
Middle School Swim Coach at The Ellis School
Former Varsity Boys Swim Coach, Pittsburgh Obama Academy
Pittsburgh Combined Water Polo Team, https://waterpolo.CLOH.org
https://CLOH.org
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Wednesday, September 26, 2018
For the record -- Obama varsity records
Girls 200 free relay, 2013
Nicole, 27.20
Hannah, 28.15
Wendy, 28.24
Sarah, 25.80
Total = 1:49.39
Boys 200 free relay, 2013
Tommy, 23.77
Yoka, 22.94
Ben, 23.10
Erik, 22.83
Total = 1:32.64 = 8th in WPIAL
Boys 400 free relay
Tommy, 52.66
Yoka, 50.12
Ben, 52.89
Erik, 50.40
Total = 3:26.07 = 8th place in WPIAL
Obama swim times will never be the same.
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
Video interview about water safety and SKWIM
Launching a website that challenges web visitors with a set of quizzes on water safety at https://SKWIM.us.
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Sunday, September 02, 2018
Great times at Highland Park Pool for water polo games with NCAA teams and Renegades
Wow. Great day. Thanks Citiparks.
Friday, August 31, 2018
Trib coverage of water polo at Highland Park Pool on Saturday
https://TinyURL.com/water-polo-trib
Pass the word. Bring a lawn chair, snacks and some cold drinks in a cooler. Plus, your swim suit, of course. Pool opens in the shallow end at 1 pm. Just pay the day rate if you don't have a pool tag.
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Fwd: If the worst should happen… swim to survive
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Thursday, July 26, 2018
Fwd: Let me introduce myself: Head Coach OHIO University Swimming and Diving
I graduated from Ohio University. For four years, I was also the assistant coach for the Men's Swimming and Diving program -- a team that does not exist any longer.
In many ways, Ohio University is dead to me. My sons did not consider Ohio University because the opportunities I had in the late 70s and early 80s are no longer afforded to the young men of these recent generations.
Women's swimming was a thing at Ohio University when I was there as well.
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In many ways, Ohio University is dead to me. My sons did not consider Ohio University because the opportunities I had in the late 70s and early 80s are no longer afforded to the young men of these recent generations.
Women's swimming was a thing at Ohio University when I was there as well.
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Monday, July 02, 2018
Fwd: Hot in the city -- invite to play well with others
Hi Friends,
A few invites to consider and pass along, mostly wet and cool -- in these hot times in the region.
#1.
At 6 pm on Tuesday, July 3, we've been invited to an informal swimming time trial and follow-up game of SKWIM at the Greensburg Country Club.
#2.
At 7 pm, July 4, is the start of our traditional Independence Day open house at our home on 12th Street in the Historic South Side, Both of our sons are expected to be here too.
#3.
From 6 to 7:45 pm on July 5, all are invited to Citiparks Ammon outdoor swim pool, corner of Bedford Ave and Memory Lane, for another of our regular Renegades (Masters) Water Polo practices Plus, we've been playing SKWIM in the middle of the pool too for kids and those not up for the full game of water polo. A reporter is expected, so we'd love to have a nice turn-out.
#4.
Pittsburgh Combined is looking for high school and middle school swimmers who want to play competitive water polo this fall. We have players from South Park and Mt. Lebo and some from the city too. See attached PDF. This is a non-league team, so students from any school can combine to play our pending "club" schedule. Practices are starting.
#5.
Our camper kids at The Pittsburgh Project have been going to the pool at Riverview Park and playing some SKWIM, while our Northside pool is under construction still. But, I've also been able to go elsewhere to lead informal game days at other pools as well. We had a great time at the South Hills Country Club last week. If you want to bring your group to us -- or if I can bring our equipment (disks, fins, etc.) and some players to you -- please call or email and let's set up a joint play date.
Stay safe. Hope to see you soon.
Executive Director of SKWIM USA, a 501(c)(3)
The Pittsburgh Project - swim coach and head lifeguard
Middle School Swim Coach at The Ellis School
Former Varsity Boys Swim Coach, Pittsburgh Obama Academy
Sabbatical for 2018: PPS Summer Dreamers' Swim & Water Polo
Thursday, March 29, 2018
More swimming crisis
https://coachrickswimming.com/2018/03/29/we-need-a-saner-approach-to-swim-meets/
The author / coach does not call the landscape a crisis, as did the other article we covered in detail last week. But, this is a new verse in the same crisis song.
Last week's conversation was published at Swim.Chttps://swim.cloh.org/2018/03/22/competitive-swimming-is-in-a-crisis-reports-swimming-world-and-wayne-goldsmith/LOH.org/
The author / coach does not call the landscape a crisis, as did the other article we covered in detail last week. But, this is a new verse in the same crisis song.
Last week's conversation was published at Swim.Chttps://swim.cloh.org/2018/03/22/competitive-swimming-is-in-a-crisis-reports-swimming-world-and-wayne-goldsmith/LOH.org/
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
Time to apply for the 2018 staff for our efforts with Summer Dreamers: Swim & Water Polo Camp and more
The 2018 efforts are going to include a site at U-Prep in the afternoons with PPS Summer Dreamers Swim & Water Polo. Other help is needed on the Northside in the mornings with The Pittsburgh Project. In the evenings, swimming is going to happen at Citiparks' outdoor pool at Ammon Rec Center on Bedford Avenue and Memory Lane on Tuesdays and Thursdays. On Monday evenings we expect to go to north to Moraine State Park for open water swimming.
Wednesdays, Fridays and weekends are the times we keep reserved for travel to other pools around the region.
Wednesdays, Fridays and weekends are the times we keep reserved for travel to other pools around the region.
Sunday, March 04, 2018
Thursday, February 22, 2018
Saturday, February 10, 2018
Fwd: USNA Summer Seminar and Summer STEM - Now is the Time!
Something to consider for summer for middle and high school students:
These programs at NAVY may interest some, especially if STEM-focused.
1. For an out-of-the-ordinary STEM summer session at the U.S. Naval Academy (5 days, students residing in the dormitory, Bancroft Hall), and it's for 8th-10th Graders (for the Fall). The Academy Admissions Office drafted the email notice itself, and passed it out to USNA Blue & Gold Officers around the country. "Blue & Gold Officers" (like Coach Ed) work with the Admissions Office to help spread the word about not-your-normal but hopefully stimulating programs that younger students may find challenging, particularly if they love STEM or science fields.
2. For a Summer Seminar about a college - a week like no other. This is for rising Seniors who may be considering a career in the Navy or Marine Corps, and wish to see a bit of what it may be like (or more!) Through the lens of one of the pathways to becoming an officer, at the U.S. Naval Academy. Like the STEM Summer Session for younger students, this one is also residential, so parents drop 'em off and pick 'em up later!
Below is the approved USNA-style email advisory:
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Good afternoon!
The applications for the United States Naval Academy's Summer Seminar and Summer STEM are OPEN!
Summer STEM is geared toward students currently in 8th, 9th and 10th grade, the Summer STEM residential program will give attendees an opportunity to engage in hands-on math and science activities with our faculty and midshipmen.
2018 Sessions:
June 4-9 for current 8th graders (rising 9th graders)
June 11-16 for current 9th graders (rising 10th graders)
June 18-22 for current 10th graders (rising 11th graders)
Attached is a digital brochure and the website is:
Naval Academy Summer Seminar (NASS) offers an opportunity for rising high school seniors to experience the academy for one week. Participants learn about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's future leaders at this four-year college.
2018 Sessions:
June 2-7
June 9-14
June 16-21
Attached is a digital brochure and the website is:
This past summer,
USNA
hosted students from all 50 states, US territories, as well as students living abroad. Both attendees and parents raved about the experience, and we are counting on you to help spread the word about these fantastic opportunities. You can check out more on Facebook at:
Please watch and
feel free to
share our videos:Monday, February 05, 2018
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Fwd: Start &Turn Clinic @ Chatham University on January 6th
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Dear Middle School Swim Team & Parents,
Chatham University's Swim Team coaches will be holding a Starts/Turns Clinic at Chatham pool near the end of the Ellis Winter Break, and I'm forwarding information for those of you who may be interested to attend!
It is for Grades 5 through 8, and will go from 12:30 PM - 500 PM. The cost is $40.00, and registration is here: Chatham Start and Turn Clinic.
They will cover open turns and flip turns, forward starts, backstroke starts, and relay takeoffs. I haven't worked these as much into our workouts as much as I'd like due to our limited time in the water, so this is a great opportunity to dedicate time to these skills which really merit full periods of concentration. The Clinic will be instructed by Head Coach Carter Crosby and great coaching staff. Coach Carter has been a big supporter of the Ellis team and has been a mentor to myself in many aspects of coaching, so you're going to get good stuff!
This is an "off" weekend for Allegheny Mountain swimmers, so there are no AMS meets going on that weekend, and it's during the Ellis Winter Break, too.
Thank you separately for those of you who have expressed interest in practicing through the Winter Break, and please stay tuned for more word on that.
Ok, stay healthy, and see you all on deck,
Coach Ed
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