Carleton Masters Swimming Newsletter #92                                 Saturday, June 12th, 2004

To:  Carleton Coaches (11 addresses)

Bcc: Those Registered for Winter/Spring/Summer 2004 plus "Alumni":  6:30am Earlybirds (43 Members), 7:30am Earlybirds (48 addresses), 8:30am Earlybirds (17 addresses), 6pm Whitecaps (93 addresses), Nightcaps (29 addresses), Masters "Alumni" (34 members).

 
Locker Room Renovations
As many of you may already be aware, the locker rooms are undergoing major renovations this summer.  Those of you with permanent lockers should already have received instructions if your locker needs to be emptied -- lockers must be emptied by Tue Jun 15th.  Shortly after that the women's locker room will be closed and the women will be using the front half of the men's change room.  The men will use the back half of the change room.  Pay close attention to the signs once the renovations are underway, as the women will be using what is now the entrance to the men's change room!!  Once the women's locker room is finished, the women will move back upstairs and renovations will then be done on the men's locker room.  The whole process will take about two months.  Your cooperation is appreciated! 
 
 
Workout Cancellation
There will be no Masters Whitecaps workout on Thu July 1st due to the Canada Day holiday.  There is just one Public Swim on that date from 11:45am to 3:30pm.  (The Earlybirds workouts are not affected by the Canada Day Holiday.)  There is a workout from 9-10am ONLY on Sat July 3rd.
 
 
Saturday Workouts
Just a reminder of the Saturday schedule for Spring/Summer:
May/June: swim workouts offered 8-9am or 9-10am (Child Safety Supervision 9-10am ONLY)
July/August: swim workout offered 9-10am only (no Safety Supervision offered) -- starting Sat Jul 3rd
 
 
Swim to Athens Challenge and Jamboree
Everyone who swims at Carleton is encouraged to write their total distance (in lengths) in the book by the deep end drinking fountain every day.  The goal is to reach Athens (some 7738km) in time for the opening ceremonies of the Olympics!  In conjunction with this challenge, the pool staff are hosting a jamboree on Fri Jun 25th 1:15-4:30pm.  During this time there will be stroke correction available, as well as lifeguard situations, aqua-fit, synchro swimming and a recreational swim.  Watch for signs with the full details or ask the pool staff for more information.  All Carleton members/staff/students are welcome.
 
 
George in the News!
Martin Cleary of the Ottawa Citizen interviewed George just before he left for Masters Worlds in Riccione.  There was a great article in the paper on Monday, June 7th.  If you missed it, there's a copy on the bulletin board (currently under renovation -- we're getting a larger board!) or you can check it out at: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com/Cit040607G1.jpg (top part of article with photo) and http://carletonmasters.tripod.com/Cit040607G2.jpg (bottom part of article).
There are some details on how Mike and George did in the results section of this newsletter (see below).
 
 
KOS Volunteers Needed
For the fourth time, I have volunteered to organize the swim at the Kids of Steel Triathlon to be held Sunday, July 11th at the Uplands Base (outdoor pool).  I need about 5 assistants to help with lining up the kids and counting lengths.  The time commitment is around 3 hours from approx 8-11am.  You get a free T-shirt and refreshments.  Please let me know if you are interested.  One or two more volunteers are needed!
 
 
Masters Swim Mini Swim Camp / Clinic June 19-20th
The Masters swim clinic will be held on Saturday, June 19th, 5-7pm (7:30-8:30pm video feedback) and Sunday, June 20th, 9-11am.  The camp is nearly full, but I have a few spaces for those who want to work on back and fly (with or without videotaping) on Saturday, and/or turns and fly, or just turns on Sunday.  For Carleton Masters, costs are: $50 for both days, $30 for 1-day, plus $20 for videotaping.  For non-Carleton swimmers, costs are: $70 for both days, $40 for 1 day, plus $30 for videotaping.  If you are interested, please reply indicating whether you'll attend one day or both, if you want to be videotaped, and on which day, and what stroke(s)/skills you'd like to work on.  Contact me ASAP if you want to participate.
 
 
Spring Session
There is still room in all groups, except that Child Safety Supervision for May/June is full.  If you are planning to swim this term, please register ASAP.  You can call the Athletics Office at 520-4480 8:30am-4:30pm M-F or register on-line at: https://secure.e-registernow.com/cgi-bin/mkpayment.cgi?state=298.  For pro-rated prices, contact the office.

 
Swimmer Notes
 
Did you know?: Marie-Odile (8:30am Earlybirds)'s husband, David Chernushenko, is the Green Party candidate for Ottawa Centre!
 
Punctuality:  While I recognize that due to various commitments, not everyone can make it to the pool on time, I've had a few requests from frustrated swimmers to ask that you arrive on time if at all possible.  If you are late, please do your best to join your lane-mates without causing disruption to the lane.  Thanks!
 
Carleton Swim Suits:  Several have asked for more details on the suits, so here's the scoop.  The suits will be TYR brand, polyester (long lasting) training suits in black with "CARLETON" in white across the chest (women) or buttocks (men).  The men's suits will be identical to those we got in the Spring, and the women's will be similar but will have thinner shoulder straps that are black with white trim.  Men's suits come in waist sizes and women's in chest sizes.  The men's suits fit a little on the small size, I'm told.  Cost in the Spring was $43 for women and $24.50 for men.  Prices may be slightly higher this time.  We plan to have the suits delivered in the September time frame.  Let me know ASAP if you are interested.
 
Nose Clips for Sale:  Cost $5.  Contact Lynn if you are interested.

 
Spring Session Information
This month everyone has an opportunity to participate in some timed swims.  On Tue Jun 15th or Wed Jun 16th everyone will have a chance to do a timed 800 or 1500m freestyle.  From June 17th-30th you will have a chance to be timed in shorter events -- ask your coach for more details.  Tue Jun 29th and Fri Jul 2nd will be the last days of the Spring session where the coaches will add some extra "fun" to the workouts.
 
If you have any questions about the Masters program, please don't hesitate to ask me or your coach.
 
Here are the latest attendance statistics for the Spring term.  Note that attendance is taken on weekdays only (not on Saturdays).  There are now 8 swimmers with perfect weekday attendance!
 
6:30am Earlybirds (May 10 - June 11th; 14 workouts; range 16-32, average 24.0 swimmers)
Perfect Attendance: Leona
Missed 1 Workout: Mits
 
7:30am Earlybirds (May 10 - June 11th; 14 workouts; range 21-28, average 25.0 swimmers)
Perfect Attendance: Becky, Bernie, Sean
Missed 1 Workout: Jeffrey F, Susan M
 
8:30am Earlybirds (May 10 - June 11th; 14 workouts; range 7-19, average 12.9 swimmers)
Perfect Attendance: Alan
Missed 1 Workout: Colette, Sarah F
 
6pm Whitecaps "A" (May 17 - June 10th; 11 workouts [incomplete - to be corrected next time]; range 14-32, average 26.0 swimmers)
Perfect Attendance: Cam, Joanne D
Missed 1 Workout: Joanie, Lynn, Pete L
 
6pm Whitecaps "B" (May 10 - June 10th; 14 workouts; range 11-23, average 18.0 swimmers)
Perfect Attendance: Ken C
Missed 1 Workout: Chris M, Jose, Marg, Rod H

 
Masters Swimming Competitions
If you want to compete in the 2004 Masters Swimming season, there is a $25 cost to register with MSO (Masters Swimming Ontario).  Your registration is good until December 31st, 2004.  New and renewal registrations have been submitted.  You can still sign up -- it just costs an extra $1 to cover postage/handling.  Contact Lynn for details. 
 
Here's a summary of upcoming local, nearby and championship meets.  Details on all Ontario competitions for the 2004 season can be found at: http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/competition/schedule01.htm.  For Quebec competitions see http://www.fnq.qc.ca/calendrier.html (Masters meets are shaded yellow).  If you would like more information or are interested in competing in any of these competitions, let me know.
 
Sat July 10th Technosport 3k swim in Meech Lake (open to all -- you do not have to be registered with MSO).  Details at http://www.technosport.ca.
 
Sat Aug 14th Technosport 4k swim in Meech Lake (open to all -- you do not have to be registered with MSO).  Details at http://www.technosport.ca.
 
Sun Sept 12th St Marys 5k Provincial Championship (near Stratford).  MSO registered swimmers only.  Entry form available at: http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/stmarys2004.pdf.
 
 
Race Results: (Please let me know if I've missed anyone or any events.)
 
May 29-30th National Capital Race Weekend
We had lots of participants -- my apologies if I missed anyone!
May 29th 10k:
Sheila (Whitecaps "A") 103rd overall, 20th woman and 7th in Women's 35-39 in 38:51 (38:46 chip time)
Francois A (7:30am Earlybirds) 144th overall, 118th man and 5th in Men's 45-49 in 40:25 (38:50 chip time)
Mike S (7:30am Earlybirds) 389th overall, 333rd man and 53rd in Men's 30-34 in 45:53 (45:23 chip time)
Anita P (7:30am Earlybirds) 404th overall, 61st woman and 17th in Women's 35-39 in 46:05 (45:47 chip time)
Natalie A (8:30am Earlybirds) 626th overall, 102nd woman and 19th in Women's 30-34 in 48:38 (48:02 chip time)
Mary D (Whitecaps "B") 2473rd overall, 922nd woman and 112th in Women's 40-44 in 1:01:18 (58:02 chip time)
 
May 30th Half Marathon:
Chris M (Whitecaps "B") 25th overall, 25th man and 3rd in Men's 40-44 in 1:21:47 (1:21:42 chip time)
Rich I (Whitecaps "A") 55th overall, 52nd man and 17th in Men's 35-39 in 1:25:13 (1:25:09 chip time)
Susan N-Y (8:30am Earlybirds) 1066th overall, 286th woman and 47th in Women's 40-44 in 1:49:32 (1:49:28 chip time)
Brenda K (6:30am Earlybirds) 1198th overall, 333rd woman and 66th in Women's 35-39 in 1:51:21 (1:49.55 chip time)
Laurie (8:30am Earlybirds) 1228th overall, 348th woman and 57th in Women's 40-44 in 1:51:46 (1:51:41 chip time)
Julie S (7:30am Earlybirds) 2176th overall, 813th woman and 65th in Women's 45-49 in 2:01:05 (1:58:43 chip time)
Renee (8:30am Earlybirds) 4708th overall, 2497th woman and 235th in Women's 45-49 in 2:24:57 (2:22:12 chip time)
Robin V (Whitecaps "B") 4731st overall, 2516th women and 45th in Women's 19 & U in 2:25:18 (2:21:49 chip time)
 
May 30th Full Marathon:
Colette (8:30am Earlybirds) 805th overall, 106th woman and 18th in Women's 40-44 in 3:39:28 (3:38:46 chip time)
Louise R (6:30am Earlybirds) 3217th overall, 1230th woman and 18th in Women's 55-59 in 5:09:46 (5:06:31 chip time)
 
Jun 3-13th Masters Worlds, Riccione Italy (LC)
The results are now available at http://www.masters2004.it.  Both Mike R (6:30am Earlybirds) and George (Whitecaps "B") placed in the Top 10, and are thus bringing home hardware (there are medals for top 10 at Worlds)!  Here are the results for our guys:
Mike R (30-34): 10th 200br 2:40.29; 15th 100br 1:12.83; 24th 50br 32.88 (all Club Records!)
George (80-84): 8th 200br 5:23.65 (Club Record and Ont Record); 11th 100br 2:26.93; 11th 50br 1:04.76
 
Jun 4-6th Tier 2 National Waterpolo Championships (Montreal)
Congrats to Blake (Coach Whitecaps "A"), Andras (Whitecaps "A"), and Corry (6:30am Earlybirds) on their 2nd place finish at the Tier 2 Men's Senior Nationals Championships.
 
Jun 4-6th Quebec Cup (Montreal, LC)
Several Varsity swimmers who sometimes train with Masters participated in this age group (non-Masters) competition swimming for the Nepean Kanata Barracudas:
Keegan: 3rd 50br: 31.10 (heats 31.25); 4th 100br 1:08.41 (heats 1:07.91); 8th 200br 2:31.49 (heats 2:31.06); 13th 1500fs 17:50.62
Trevor: 24th 50br: 33.46 (heats 33.86); 27th 50fs: 26.29 (heats 26.00); 51st 100fs: 57.78; 58th 100fly: 1:05.63; 63rd 50fl: 30.19
Nathan: 31st 400IM: 5:23.30; 61st 100fly: 1:06.33; 67th 200IM: 2:32.16; 103rd 100fs 1:06.25
 
Sat Jun 5th Technosport Distance Meet (LC)
Official results are not yet available, but here's how we did:
Paola (Earlybirds/Whitecaps "A"; 18-24) 1st 200fs 2:17.5 (Club Record); 1st 800fs 9:58.5 (Club and National Record)
Danny (Whitecaps "A"; 35-39, swimming for TECH) 1st 800fs 9:23.9 (National Record); 1st 1500fs ~18:50
Lynn (Whitecaps "A"; 40-44) 1st 200fs 2:17.3 (National Record); 1st 1500fs 18:39.5
 
Sun Jun 6th Perth Triathlon
I don't have the official results, but two 8:30am Earlybird swimmers participated:
Susan N-Y finished in 58min (last year she was over an hour) and Laurie finished in 1:01, despite a flat tire!  Congratulations!
 
 
Ask the Coach
 
Dear Coach:  I'd like to look at the results from the Masters Nationals in Edmonton.   Are they available on-line?  Just Curious
 
Dear J. Curious:  I omitted the URL of the results in the last newsletter -- sorry.  Here it is: http://members.shaw.ca/nationals.
 
Dear Coach:  Can you tell me about "X" from the last newsletter -- I already deleted my copy?  Clean Inbox
 
Dear C. Inbox:  You can the latest newsletter and copies of all the back issues on the web page.  There's a link from the main page or you can go there directly: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com/anewsletter.html.
 
Private and Semi-Private Masters Lessons
Here is the list of days/times for private and semi-private swim lessons for May-August:
Mon/Wed/Fri: 9:45-10:45am: Mon May 10 - Fri Jul 2 (except Mon May 24)
Mon/Tue/Thu 3:30-4:30pm: Mon May 10 - Thu Jun 24 (except Mon May 24)
Mon/Tue/Thu 7:15-8pm: Mon May 10 - Tue Jun 29 (except Mon May 24)
Wed 6-7pm: May 12 - Sep 1
Wed 7-8pm: May 12 - Jun 30 and Aug 11 - Sep 1
Tue/Thu 7:15-8pm: Tue Jul 6 - Thu Aug 5
Mon/Tue/Thu 7:15-8:15pm: Mon Aug 9 - Thu Sep 2
As always, slots are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis.
Note that the evening lessons are filling up quickly!
 
2003-2004 prices for private lessons for Carleton Members are $36.75 for 1 hour, $68.25 for 2, $94.50 for 3, $117.60 for 4 and $138.60 for 5 hours, all plus GST.  Private lessons are also available to non-Members at a higher cost ($52.50, $89.25, $120.75, $149.10 and $170.10, all plus GST, for 1-5 hours, respectively).

For those who want to take semi-private lessons (2-3 students), the cost per student for Carleton Members is $22.05 for 1 hour, $40.95 for 2, $56.70 for 3, $70.56 for 4, and $83.16 for 5 hours, all plus GST.  Semi-private lessons for non-Members cost (per person) $31.50 for 1 hour, $53.55 for 2, $72.45 for 3, $89.46 for 4, and $102.06 for 5 hours, all plus GST. 

Contact Lynn for availability and bookings.

Reminders
 
Newsletter: An e-newsletter (like this one) is sent out about every two weeks.  If you have new lane-mates, please mention to them that they should give their e-mail address to their coach if they'd like to receive it.
 
Suggestions for Workouts or Interested in Making up a Workout or a Set?: If you have suggestions for the workouts (something you like that we never do, or something you dislike that we do too much!), or if you'd like to try making up a workout or a set in a workout, just talk to your coach. 

Interested in Copies of the Workouts?: Are you interested in getting copies of Lynn's workouts ahead of time?  Let me know.  I usually e-mail out the week’s workouts on Sunday.

Weekly Social Events: All swimmers are invited to join us for:
Thursday Dinner (after Whitecaps workout): Meet by the Tuck Shop around 7:45pm
Saturday Brunch (after 9-10am workout): Meet by the Tuck Shop around 10:30am

Triathletes: Check out Rudy Hollywood’s website: http://www.trirudy.com and subscribe to the daily tri-news e-mail.
General Information: Program information, old newsletters and the Carleton Masters records can be viewed at: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com.

Your input to this newsletter is most welcome, especially for the Swimmer Notes, Race Results and Ask the Coach sections!  To be added to or removed from the receiver list, just let me know (lynnmarshall@sympatico.ca).

Happy lengths!