November is Here, and We're Feeling Grateful!

As the holiday season begins, there’s no better time to express our gratitude for the incredible GTS community. We’re so thankful for each of you—for your unwavering support, encouragement, and commitment to helping our athletes and coaches reach new heights. Together, you make this program something truly special.

Our coaches are always working to keep your athletes inspired, engaged, and excited to come to practice each day. From fun activities to skill-building sessions, we’re dedicated to fostering a space where they can thrive, grow, and make lasting memories with their teammates. November is the perfect time for team bonding and development, and we’re thrilled to see these friendships and connections grow stronger each day.

We’re also thrilled to announce that 27 of our talented athletes will be representing GTS in our upcoming team travel meet! This is an incredible opportunity, and we couldn’t be prouder of the hard work and dedication that each athlete has shown leading up to this event. Let’s bring that GTS spirit, swim fast, and show everyone what it means to be part of the Greenwood Tiger Sharks family!

Thank you for being an essential part of this journey.

Let’s make it a November to remember—Go GTS! 🦈💙

RECAP: Great Pumpkin Pentathlon & Distance Meet

With 152 individual races and 37 athletes participating, this was a phenomenal weekend of racing! Numerous personal bests were achieved, and GTS kept the pool heated with fast swims. Marcus Garland earned the high point award, taking home a Spooky Halloween Trophy, and our Sharks and Fish, along with the rest of the team, made a huge impact on the team score with their fast swims. Out of 12 teams, GTS ranked third with a total of 249 points.

Let’s keep the momentum going!

Greenwood Tiger Sharks Team Store is Now Open! 🦈

We’re excited to announce the launch of our official Greenwood Tiger Sharks team store! Just in time for the holidays, this is the perfect place to find gifts for the swimmer in your life or to treat yourself to some new gear. Our custom-branded merchandise from A3 Performance has everything you need to make your training even better.

Shop the Collection: A3 Performance - Greenwood Tiger Sharks🏊‍♀️

Highlights:

Exclusive Greenwood Tiger Sharks gear designed for durability and performance
Variety of items: Goggles, caps, and swimwear to meet all your needs
Perfect for holiday gifts: Show your team spirit or surprise a teammate!
Support the team: Every purchase helps support Greenwood Tiger Sharks!

Don’t miss out! Stock up on swim gear and represent our team in style. Let’s hit the pool with the pride of the Greenwood Tiger Sharks!

We’re Back to Our Regular Pool Schedule!

The Greenwood Tiger Sharks are excited to return to our regular schedule, and the new pool deck looks amazing! We’re aware of some minor chipping on the flooring, which is being monitored, and we’ll keep you posted on any updates.

Important Dates & Schedule Updates

November 2: No Senior Morning Practice due to the Denver Invitational Swim Meet.
November 5:
Sharks & Fish: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM — "Web" team-building activity with Michaela Morris. This session includes a 30-minute activity followed by a fun dryland session.
Senior & Senior Prep: Regular practice.
November 11: Steadman Hawkins Clinic
Sharks & Fish: 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Senior & Senior Prep: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
See below for more details.
November 21: No GTS Practice (except for Travel Athletes, who will practice from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM). Quick Travel Meeting on deck from 6:30 PM to 6:40 PM.
November 21-29:
Fish / Sharks / Sr. Prep: No practice
Senior Group: Regular afternoon practices on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. No practice Thursday or Friday. Regular Saturday morning practice.
December Holiday Schedule: Will be emailed on Friday, November 8, 2024.

Sports Psychology Workshops

Tuesday, November 5

Group: Sharks & Fish
Topic: "Web" (Same activity completed during the parent meeting)
Time: 4:30–5:30 PM
Sign in by filling out the QR code below
Cost: Free
No Swim Practice

Key Take Talking Points:

★ You are part of a community and have a role in it. Know your teammates.

★ It’s important to understand why you’re part of this community and why you care about it.

★ We need a shared understanding of what makes up our community: its people and its values.

★ Being there for each other is crucial.

Steadman Hawkins: New Athlete Workshop

We’re proud of our athletes for completing the Steadman Hawkins Shoulder Risk Assessment! After a productive meeting with physical therapists, we have scheduled two injury prevention workshops to keep our team healthy and strong.

Injury Prevention Workshops – November 11

Fish | Sharks

Time: 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Topic: Muscle Basics, Dryland Basics, Healthy Habits

Senior Prep | Senior Groups

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Topic: Balance (sleep, nutrition, stress, diet, workouts) and Weights vs. Cardio

Please note: There will be no afternoon practice on November 11 for all groups to ensure full athlete participation.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our athletes healthy and prepared for success!

Important Reminder: 2024-2025 Season Registration

Ensure your athlete is registered for the 2024-2025 season! All athletes (new and returning) must be registered, with TeamUnify paperwork completed, by November 8, 2024 to avoid a $100 late fee and a pause on participation in practice until paperwork is submitted.

Registration Instructions:

Click the link below to complete your registration:

GTS Registration Link

Don’t delay—secure your spot for another fantastic season with GTS!

Upcoming Meets:

November

November 1: Denver Invitational
November 22: MAC Invite
(More information will be sent to athletes attending this meet)

December

December 15: NJ Narwhal Invite
(Awaiting the meet file from the host team)

January

January 11: TOPS LC Invite
January 17: TOPS CO Open
(Awaiting additional meet information from host teams)

February

February 21: CSI Senior Meet
February 28: CSI Age Group State

GTS Volunteer Expectations

Every USA Swimming meet requires participating teams to provide volunteers for timing duties. GTS parents are asked to complete at least one timing shift per day during meets, with each shift lasting no more than 45 minutes. Timing assignments will be sent out prior to each meet if GTS is assigned timing responsibilities.

Interested in more volunteer opportunities? Let the coaches know! We’re always looking for additional officials to support our team.

For those new to the sport, check out this helpful introductory video:

Important: USA Swimming Registration

Please ensure your athlete is registered with USA Swimming. All athletes must be registered to avoid a $100 fee for non-compliance.

Registration Instructions

Returning GTS Athletes:
Log into your SWIMS 3.0 account and select “Renew” next to the athlete’s name.
New Athletes:
Register via the SWIMS 3.0 link: New Athlete Registration
Transfers:
All transfers and registrations are initiated by parents in the new SWIMS 3.0 system.

SWIMS Resources

For direct GTS registration, use the following link:

GTS Registration Link

Get Ready to Gear Up with a Special Offer!

Every athlete needs quality footwear for their workouts! We’re excited to announce a special partnership between Runners Roost (Lone Tree location) and Coach Genevieve, offering all GTS athletes a 15% discount on all clothing and shoes when you mention this ad.

Bonus Tip: Don’t toss out your old shoes!

Donate them to Runners Roost when you make your purchase.
Senior and Senior Prep athletes: Add your old shoes to your equipment bag for training—they make excellent drag equipment in the water!

Take advantage of this exclusive GTS membership perk and happy shopping!

Capture Your Special Moments with Bryndi!

Looking for a talented photographer for family photos or senior portraits? Bryndi, a beloved Club Greenwood Swim Instructor, has a knack for capturing personalities beautifully. Many GTS families have worked with her, and her stunning portfolio speaks for itself. Let Bryndi help you create lasting memories this holiday season!

Swimmers are subject to testing by FINA (the international federation for aquatic sports), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). FINA frequently partners with the International Testing Agency (ITA) to carry out these tests.

This is particularly important as our athletes compete on larger stages nationwide, and it underscores our commitment to fair play and athlete integrity. Thank you for your understanding and support!

For more information, check out USADA.org.

As our team continues to grow, we want to reinforce our one key rule: there is zero tolerance for negative behavior at GTS. This includes skipping swim practice and not cleaning up after oneself in the locker room.

As members of GTS, all athletes and families are expected to uphold the following principles:

RESPECT Yourself

RESPECT Coaches

RESPECT Teammates

RESPECT Equipment

By embracing these values, we can strengthen our team and create an unbreakable bond. Thank you for your cooperation!

For questions please reach out:

Genevieve McNally

GenevieveM@ClubGreenwood.com

Andy Stockinger

AndyS@ClubGreenwood.com