re: Lightning shed clean up

Calling all hands!! We need help cleaning out the shed to make room for the lane lines and record board (and yes, we have to take this down). We have set the date for October 23rd at 9:00am. Let me know if you can help. Every little bit helps and hopefully it will only take a few hours.


Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Me again!
 
We have just three (3) pans of lasagna left. Contact Cheryl or I to arrange getting one of them! At $10, it's a great deal!!
 
A reminder - if you missed the Awards Banquet, please contact Coach Jay - usa_aus@verizon.net to get your childs Lee Hill Lightning Bag! She, also, has the "Lee Hill Lightning, Charged by Kellogg's" t-shirt that EVERY swimmer gets, so if your child hasn't gotten this contact her.
 
Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,
 
If your child did not receive the "Lee Hill Lightning, Charged by Kellogg's" t-shirt and / or their Lee Hill Lightning bag (given at the awards banquet) please contact Coach Jay - usa_aus@verizon.net to make arrangements to get them. She is not going to track you down, it's up to you to contact her!
 
EVERY SWIMMER GETS THESE ITEMS!

***Do not email me regarding these items, as I do not have them.

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

FW: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,

I hope you enjoyed the first "no swim team" week of the summer. A few things that may have gotten buried in the emails:

1. We have are still looking for someone willing to serve on the Board as Concessions Committee Chair for next year. I've had two people say they are willing to be on a Concessions Committee, still looking for one or two more willing to work on this. A good Concession helps keep our registration fee down, so we need this in place now to allow the Board to plan accordingly. Chris, Shannon and Mari have compiled their wisdom into a "Concessions Handbook." So you aren't starting from scratch. Let me know you are willing and i will put you all in touch with each other to work on the details.

2. We have 4 pans (approx 9x13) of lasagna from Danny's left from the Awards Banquet, they are frozen and for sale at $10 each. Let me know if you are interested in purchasing one.

3. From Clif Turman - I've had a few people contact me about not being able to download files from the web site.  Most likely it is because they are entering the "slideshow" mode of the web site.  In order to download photos, you need to go into the "library" mode.  Don't enter the slideshow mode unless you want to watch  a slideshow!

 

Make sure you do not go into the slideshow mode when you visit the web page. You should go into the library and navigate by the drop-down film strip that appears when you hover over the top of the picture. There should be a "download" icon at the bottom left of the picture.

**Here is the link to the pictures:
http://www.photoshop.com/users/turmanator/albums/3e9ecfea2904464fa6643394e082bfff

Go Lightning!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

re: Lightning wrap up

A few final thoughts:

We still have 4 pans (approx 11 x13) of lasagna available at $10 each. Cheryl and I have frozen them. If you would like to purchase one, send me an email.

If you were not at the Award Banquet this evening, contact Coach Jay (usa_aus@verizon.net) to get any awards. If you made prior arrangements for someone to pick yours up - THANK YOU!!!

Board Positions:
Treasurer - Kristie Harmon
Meet Director - Gordon Chamberlain
Membership - Shelby McKenzie
RSL Rep - Mark Haines
Equipment - Tanner Cork
Social - Linda Catullo

Concessions - STILL VACANT - I have had several people inquire, but no one wants to do this alone (who would). THIS CAN BE A COMMITTEE!! If you would be willing to be on a Concessions Committee let me know - I will put you all in contact with each other to figure it out. Our AWESOME CONCESSION COMMITTEE for two years, has put together a detailed Concession Book, with contacts, foods, set up, etc. So you aren't starting from scratch.

For those I listed as taking a Board position, let me know if I got anything wrong (it's been known to happen).

**Here is the link to the pictures:
http://www.photoshop.com/users/turmanator/albums/3e9ecfea2904464fa6643394e082bfff

Several asked for the recipe of the dessert I made:
S'More Cups
7 whole graham crackers (finely crushed)
1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar
6 Tbsp Butter, melted
4 Bars Milk Chocolate Candy, divided
12 Large Marshmallows

1. Preheat oven to 350. Place graham crackers in a resealable plastic bag, and using rolling pin finely crush into crumbs. Combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar and butter in a small bowl. Scoop into mini muffin pan and press crumbs to form shallow cups. Bake 4-5 minutes or until edges are bubbling. Meanwhile, break 2 candy bars into rectangles. Remove pan from oven; place one rectangle into each cup.

2. Cut marshmallows in half using kitchen shears dipped in cold water (prevents sticking). Place one marshmallow half, cut side down, into each cup. Return pan to oven for 1-2 minutes or until marshmallows are just slightly softened. Remove pan from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Remove cups from pan. Cool completely.

3. Break remaining candy bars and place in small microwave safe bowl. Microwave on High 1 - 1 1/2 minutes or until melted and smooth stirring every 20 seconds. Dip the top of each marshmallow in melted chocolate. Turn top-side up and let stand 40 minutes -an hour or until set. *NOTE: I had trouble getting the chocolate to melt and be smooth, I ended up spreading softened chocolate on top.

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,

The only things left this season:

1. A Complete wrap up from yesterdays meet - Coach Jay supplied the attached list of Scores, Triple Winners AND SPARKS OF THE WEEK from every age group!!!

2. Awards Banquet TONIGHT @ 5:00PM - North Pool! Every family should bring a side dish to share and drinks for your family. Chairs and tables are a plus!

3. Board Members Needed!!! If you've spoken/emailed me regarding interest in a Board position, touch base with me when you get to the pool (my memory isn't always reliable) and we still need a few more parents to STEP UP!

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Fantastic job at the meet today, everyone!!!! We came in 3rd with 700.5; Curtis Park - 1st with 799; Fawn Lake- 2nd with 781.5; Dahlgren- 4th with 620.5; Chancellor -5th with 590.5 and College Heights- 6th with 370

TRIPLE WINNERS:
Tyler Kauppert - 100 IM; 50 Free; and 50 Breast
Steve Miller - 50 Free; 50 Fly;50 Breast

Award Banquet tomorrow evening at 5:00pm at the North Pool. Every family should bring a side dish to share and drinks for their family. You may want to bring chairs and tables., too.

Board Positions still available!!!!


Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

I am still looking for someone to sing the National Anthem for the first Session and the second Session. This can be an adult, a swimmer, a neighbor, friend whoever has a good voice and a willingness to sing. The same person can do both sessions or different people can. It can be a solo, or a group. I even have the words already, you just have to know the tune.

If you are willing to do this, please see me - I'll be at the pool around 6am, and am the referee for the first session (so come into the pool area) - I'll be wearing the FABULOUS NEW T-SHIRT! Make sure you get yours!!

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re; Lightning News Flash

Finals are here!!
 
Every family with a swimmer in Finals has signed up for at least one job, thank you. We have a few more jobs and I have had some people let me know to put them where needed. THANK YOU!!
 
FABULOUS NEW T-SHIRTS WERE HANDED OUT TO ALL THE SWIMMERS THIS MORNING - HAVE YOUR CHILD WEAR IT TOMORROW!!! If they weren't at practice they can pick up their shirt tomorrow at the meet. Ask when you check in with the Meet Director.
*Parents if you pre-ordered a shirt - check with Chris Hensen
 
Swimmers information: ( Check in with Coaches as soon as you arrive)
10 and Under:
6:15 report time
7:00 warm ups
8:15 start time
 
11 and older: (these times are approximate based on the timing of Session 1)
10:15 report time
11:00 warm ups
11:45 start time
 
Volunteers: Check in is at the GREEN card table near Concessions
Session 1 - Check in with Cathy as soon as you arrive
Session 2 and 3 - Check in with Stacy as soon as you arrive
*I've let Cathy and Stacy know if you told me you could help if needed, but ASK.
 
Award Banquet is Sunday evening, 5:00pm. Each family should bring a side dish to share and drinks for your family. Table/chairs are, also, a good idea.
 
Still openings for the Board!! Talk to one of us if you are interested or have questions.
 
Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash 2

If you haven't signed up for a job at this point you will need to call me to tell me which job you will be doing, so I can let Coach Jay know. I am giving her the list first thing in the morning.

Don' t you know, the hardest workers are the ones contacting me to let me know they'll do more if needed or to make sure I know they are working (a few jobs aren't listed). I hate to ask, but at this time we have three families that need to sign up for jobs and eleven jobs that need to be filled. If can do another job THANK YOU!!!

I, also, just found out we need someone to sing the National Anthem (and that is one job you DON'T want me to do!) It is an honor to do this, so it doesn't count as a job.

The FABULOUS NEW T-SHIRTS are in. They will be given out at practice tomorrow morning, so make sure you're swimmer is there!! If you paid for a t-shirt, see Chris Hensen for yours. *If you aren't able to make it to practice tomorrow, ask at Finals or the Awards Banquet on Sunday. We are keeping track of who gets them, so we don't miss anyone. EVERY SWIMMER GETS ONE!!

Don't forget to bring a breakfast item to practice (whichever practice you usually come to), swimmers will eat AFTER they practice.

Saturday August 6th, FINALS!!! at the Spotsy YMCA (5700 Smith Station Road, 22407)
10 and under need to be at the YMCA at 6:15am; warm ups are at 7:00am; meet starts at 8:15am.
11 and older need to be at the YMCA at 10:15am; warm ups at 11:10am; meet starts at 11:45am.
Our team area will be behind the YMCA, close to the Pavilion. Swimmers should check in with the coaches as soon as they arrive.
Volunteers should check in with Cathy Chamberlain (Session 1) or Stacy Cochrane (Session 2 and 3) as soon as you arrive. The Volunteer check in table will be near the Pavilion.

Sunday August 7th, Awards Banquet!! at the North Pool, 5:00pm
Every family should bring a side dish to share (to serve about 10), drinks for their family. Chairs and tables maybe helpful.

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Two quick things:
 
1. Job sign ups!!! At 5:00pm on Thursday I'm seeing fourteen jobs still available and about ten families that haven't signed up yet, but have swimmers. You have 3 hours, to get on and sign up. Some of these jobs are extremely easy!!
 
2. From Chris Hensen regarding Concession Cards:

 

 Hello everyone!

 

Wanted to let you know that Shannon, Mari and myself will be at practice in the morning for those wishing to purchase concession cards for finals.

The cards will work the same way as they do at our regular meets.  Persons working concessions will be able to deduct your purchases on the spot rather than you having

to wait in line to pay at register.

 

Please remember hosting finals is a HUGE FUNDRAISER for OUR TEAM!!!  

 

Thanks for your support!

Chris Hensen

 

More after 8:00pm tonight - don't be the one whose child can't participate in finals because YOU DIDN'T SIGN UP FOR A JOB!!
 
Thank you to the families whose names I see more than once for jobs!!! YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning New Flash

Me again!

1. Finals job sign up - SIGN UP NOW!!!! Go to mysignup.com; enter leehillswims@yahoo.com to get to the sign up page or click the links in the box below. We need you to sign up NOW!! We won't have time on Saturday to go running around to find people to work. You'll notice all the people needed to run concessions - this is BIGGER than a regular meet and a HUGE fundraiser for the team. If your child is swimming (and a 101 are) than you need to sign up for at least one job (how many jobs you did during the season doesn't matter). If you don't sign up for a job, your child will not be able to compete - THAT SIMPLE. You must sign up for a job by Thursday evening at 8:00PM or Coach Jay will be notified that your child IS NOT SWIMMING, IT ISN'T FAIR TO THE OTHER FAMILIES, WHO ARE WORKING (SOME TWO OR MORE JOBS) TO HAVE YOU SITTING. Libby should not have to track you down. You have the sign up information and her email. (DON'T EMAIL ME!!!) Any questions, email Libby - leehillswims@yahoo.com Don't put it off, CLICK the LINK NOW AND GET IT DONE!!
 
We, also, need some supplies for the concession stand and our team area (we'll be outside) - so check the "Finals Supplies" sign up and see if you can help out. Signing up to bring something from the supply list DOES NOT replace the need for you to sign up for a job!
 

Title	MySignUp
2011finalssupplies	2011_finals_supplies
2011 FINALS	2011finals

**Here's a tip for jobs and seeing your child swim - if they are older, work Session 1;
if they are younger work Session 2 or 3
I will personally give you a ride for the 1st Session or make sure you get home at the end of the meet!
Just arrange a ride for your swimmer.

 
2. Board Positions to Fill - We have several Board positions that need to be filled, without a full Board the team CAN NOT exist. Please consider volunteering for a position on the Board:

• RSL Representative
• Treasurer
• Meet Director
• Concessions (this was a committee of three)
• Membership
• Equipment
• Social

Talk to any current Board Members to let us know you are willing to step up, or to ask questions. We elect the new Board members at the Annual Meeting which takes place at the Awards Banquet. Please, don't make me stand up there and beg. Email, call or catch me at practice or Finals and let me know.

I have a few people express interest in Board positions - THANK YOU!! We still need YOU!!

3. Concession Cards - get your Concession Cards now!! See Chris, Shannon or Mari. This will allow you to skip the line to get tickets and get right to the food. Remember ALL the proceeds from the Concession stand go to OUR TEAM!!! This is a major fundraiser for us.

4. Breakfast on Friday - remember to bring a breakfast item to practice Friday, for our traditional potluck breakfast after the last practice for the summer. Breakfast is set up for the swimmers after each practice. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

5. Awards Banquet - Sunday, August 7th at 5:00pm. Each family should bring a side dish, that serves 10, to share and drinks for your family. Bring chairs and tables if you have them. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

To highlight the key points:

• SIGN UP FOR JOBS
• Let me know you're interested in being on the Board next year
• Purchase a Concession Card

Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

This is a new email, so though some items remain the same - look for NEW information!

1. Finals job sign up - SIGN UP NOW!!!! Go to mysignup.com; enter leehillswims@yahoo.com to get to the sign up page or click the links in the box below. We need you to sign up NOW!! We won't have time on Saturday to go running around to find people to work. You'll notice all the people needed to run concessions - this is BIGGER than a regular meet and a HUGE fundraiser for the team. If your child is swimming (and a 101 are) than you need to sign up for at least one job (how many jobs you did during the season doesn't matter). If you don't sign up for a job, your child will not be able to compete - THAT SIMPLE. As it stands now, Libby will have to make a lot of phone calls/send emails. Any questions, email Libby by Wednesday morning - leehillswims@yahoo.com Don't put it off, CLICK the LINK NOW AND GET IT DONE!! A selection of jobs are still available, don't wait until the last minute!!
 
We, also, need some supplies for the concession stand and our team area (we'll be outside) - so check the "Finals Supplies" sign up and see if you can help out. Signing up to bring something from the supply list DOES NOT replace the need for you to sign up for a job!
 

Title	MySignUp
2011finalssupplies	2011_finals_supplies
2011 FINALS	2011finals

**Here's a tip for jobs and seeing your child swim - if they are older, work Session 1;
if they are younger work Session 2 or 3
I will personally give you a ride for the 1st Session or make sure you get home at the end of the meet!
Just arrange a ride for your swimmer.

 
2. Board Positions to Fill - We have several Board positions that need to be filled, without a full Board the team CAN NOT exist. Please consider volunteering for a position on the Board:

• RSL Representative
• Treasurer
• Meet Director
• Concessions (this was a committee of three)
• Membership
• Equipment
• Social

Talk to any current Board Members to let us know you are willing to step up, or to ask questions. We elect the new Board members at the Annual Meeting which takes place at the Awards Banquet. Please, don't make me stand up there and beg. Email, call or catch me at practice or Finals and let me know.

I haven't heard from anyone regarding taking a Board position, it's for your kids - step up!!

3. Practice times return to normal tomorrow - Older kids start at 7:30 and everyone else starts at their usual time.

4. Concession Cards - get your Concession Cards now!! See Chris, Shannon or Mari. This will allow you to skip the line to get tickets and get right to the food. Remember ALL the proceeds from the Concession stand go to OUR TEAM!!! This is a major fundraiser for us.

5. Breakfast on Friday - remember to bring a breakfast item to practice Friday, for our traditional potluck breakfast after the last practice for the summer. Breakfast is set up for the swimmers after each practice. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

6. Awards Banquet - Sunday, August 7th at 5:00pm. Each family should bring a side dish, that serves 10, to share and drinks for your family. Bring chairs and tables if you have them. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

To highlight the key points:

• SIGN UP FOR JOBS
• Let me know you're interested in being on the Board next year
• Purchase a Concession Card
  

Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,
 
Our season is drawing to an end, but the end is extremely busy!! So a few items that need your attention:
 
1. Finals job sign up - SIGN UP NOW!!!! Go to mysignup.com; enter leehillswims@yahoo.com to get to the sign up page or click the links in the box below. We need you to sign up NOW!! We won't have time on Saturday to go running around to find people to work. You'll notice all the people needed to run concessions - this is BIGGER than a regular meet and a HUGE fundraiser for the team. If your child is swimming (and a 101 are) than you need to sign up for at least one job (how many jobs you did during the season doesn't matter). If you don't sign up for a job, your child will not be able to compete - THAT SIMPLE. As it stands now, Libby will have to make a lot of phone calls/send emails. Any questions, email Libby by Wednesday morning - leehillswims@yahoo.com Don't put it off, CLICK the LINK NOW AND GET IT DONE!! 
 
We, also, need some supplies for the concession stand and our team area (we'll be outside) - so check the "Finals Supplies" sign up and see if you can help out. Signing up to bring something from the supply list DOES NOT replace the need for you to sign up for a job!
 

Title	MySignUp
2011finalssupplies	2011_finals_supplies
2011 FINALS	2011finals

 
2. Board Positions to Fill - We have several Board positions that need to be filled, without a full Board the team CAN NOT exist. Please consider volunteering for a position on the Board:

• RSL Representative
• Treasurer
• Meet Director
• Concessions (this was a committee of three)
• Membership
• Equipment
• Social

Talk to any current Board Members to let us know you are willing to step up, or to ask questions. We elect the new Board members at the Annual Meeting which takes place at the Awards Banquet. Please, don't make me stand up there and beg. Email, call or catch me at practice or Finals and let me know.
 
3. Friday Breakfast - After all the practices on Friday, we will haveour traditional potluck breakfast. Everyone should bring a breakfast item to share to the practice they attend. Please bring any serving utentsils necessary for your dish. Food will be set up in the clubhouse.
 
4. Finals - Saturday, August 6th @ the Ron Rosner YMCA of Spotsylvania (the Spotsy Y), 5700 Smith Station Rd.

• The 1st Session is for 10 and under (all the 25 yard events) - these swimmers need to arrive by 6:15am, warm ups at 7:00am.
• The 2nd and 3rd Session are for 11 and up (2nd Session will include relays that may involve 1st Session swimmers) - these swimmers need to arrive by 10:15am, warm ups at 11:00. The division between 2nd and 3rd Session is the half way mark in events (like a regular meet).
• Please park as directed at the Y, I believe to either end of the building, not in front of the building (this is for members access).
• DO NOT enter the Y by the front doors. Entry to the pool deck is from the pool side door.
• The team areas are behind the building and our area will be close to the Pavillion to enable parents helping at concessions to keep an eye on their kids.
• Concession Cards are on sale NOW! See Chris, Shannon or Mari to purchase one. If you don't purchase a Concession Card, you'll have to stand in line to purchase tickets (like everyone else). Concession Cards from the regular season will be honored and if you end up with money left on your card it can be used next season.

 
5. Awards Banquet - Sunday August 7th @ 5:00pm, North Pool - This is a fun evening to socialize and recognize the accomplishments of our swimmers. We have a potluck dinner, the team will supply the main dish. Everyone else should bring a side dish for at least 10 people (salad, fruit, breads, vegetables, etc.) AND drinks for your family. It is also suggested that you bring chairs/tables. As part of the evening we hold our Annual meeting and select new Board members - remember the team needs a complete Board to continue.
 
I'm sure there will be more before the end of the week, but this will get us started with the important tasks at hand.
 
A quick to do list:

• sign up for a job at Finals
• Let us know you are interested in being on the Board

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

The Sparks of the Week are:

• Teagan Cork, 5y, 25 free 48.66Y (-11.37)
• Hunter Hawley, 9y, 25 back 20.89Y (-6.61)

Everyone that will be here for Finals should still be practicing!!

The practice schedule for the remainder of 2011 swim team. **Note the earlier start times for tomorrow, Monday and Tuesday.

 

Friday 29^th, Monday 1^st , Tuesday 2^nd,

13-18 yrs.            7-8:30am

9-11 yrs.              8-9:20am

7-8 yrs.                 9:20-10am

6 & under            9:30 – 10am

 

Wednesday 3^rd , Thursday 4^th, and Friday 5^th

13-18 yrs.            7:30-8:30am

9-11 yrs.              8:30-9:30am

7-8 yrs.                 9:30-10am

6 & under            9:30 – 10am

 

Clinic's is open to all Monday 1^st & Tuesday  2^nd Night  6:45-7:45pm , Dives, Starts and Turns will be all that is practiced

 

Friday August 5^th Morning annual breakfast please bring a dish and/or drink to share.

 

Sign ups for Finals is up on mysignup.com, enter leehillswims@yahoo.com as the email of the person that set it up at the bottom of the page. NOTE: There are two signups one is for jobs and one is for supplies. Please check the supply list to help concessions and the team (you still need to sign up for a job). Any questions about jobs email Libby - leehillswims@yahoo.com. Any questions regarding concession supplies email Chris Hensen - ccbak@verizon.net or see Chris, Mari or Shannon M. at practice.

Concession Cards are now available for Finals!! Beat the line for tickets and purchase a concession card to purchase from our concession stand at Finals. Concession Cards from the regular season WILL BE accepted!! Concession Cards will be honored next season too. Chris Hensen - ccbak@verizon.net or see Chris, Mari or Shannon M. at practices to purchase cards. Card will not be sold at Finals, you will need to stand in line with everyone to purchase tickets prior to getting in line for food. (Food handlers WILL NOT be handling money).

Awards Ceremony and End of the Year Celebration will be held on Sunday, August 7th in the evening. More details will be sent out by Monday evening.

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 

 

 

FW: Lightning News Flash

Final score from last night - LH 125; Dahlgren - 369

I don't have any other information on this meet, but I've attached a list of the results, Triple Winners and Sparks of the Weeks for all the other meets.

Swim-a-thon on Thursday, hopefully more details this evening. We'll need parents to help count laps.

If your child will not be swimming in Finals, let Coach Jay know no later than the end of practice on Wednesday, July 27th! This should be by email or the Missed Meet form. The coaches will be doing meet planning on Wednesday. Yes, Finals isn't until August 6th, but everything is entered into the computer with all the other teams on Saturday and Heat Sheets are printed (they list every swimmer in every event for the entire meet).

 
Libby has begun working on sign ups for Finals, it isn't online yet but keep checking or send her an email with your willingness to work - leehillswims@yahoo.com.
Finals is divided into three sessions:

• Session 1 - 10 and unders (25 yard swimmers)
• Session 2 - the first half of 11 and older (like a regular meet)
• Session 3 - second half of 11 and older

 

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

The end is near - the end of the swim season that is!
A few items:

1. Last dual meet is tomorrow, Monday, evening at 6:00pm. Report time is 4:45pm. Allow at least 45 minutes travel time, but add in extra time to get through the gate. Everyone 16 and older must have a valid picture ID (school ID will work). If you have a military ID or DOD stickers on your car that will "speed" you through. Even if you didn't submit the form, please come to the meet as usual, if there is a problem have my cell phone number handy - 540-455-9141 - and I'll get with their RSL Rep. Attached is a map with directions and below is some added information on the color coding and parking.

>	Additionally, security has cracked down on our parking plan so I
>have attached a new map that provides a visual of the new plan.
>-          The red lines are do not enter zones.
>-          The yellow areas are for parking.
>-          The yellow lines with arrows show the direction you may park.
>Please notice that Earle Road is a one way street from Jenkins Road to
>Dahlgren.
>-          Jenkins Road  has Child Care facilities on it that are open until
>6PM, so please drive slowly when you arrive and don't park in those areas. I
>recommend skipping Jenkins on the way in and just continue down Dahlgren
>road to avoid the facilities altogether. 
>	Check out the parking on Alger (just down the street from baseball
>field on right), skip Earl (the next road, because it's a one way from the
>other side), check out parking on the next road which is unnamed, then check
>Caffee and that parking lot.  If those are full, by all means  go ahead and
>use Jenkins to drop the kids off in front of the pool and to continue down
>Jenkins to find parking either on Earle or near the Credit Union (two
>locations) or in the Credit Union (last resort).
>

2. Volunteer for meets - Libby has gone through her lists and will be contacting those that have not fulfilled their family obligation of 6 halves. If you haven't done your share of jobs at meets, please contact Libby ASAP to sign up for tomorrow's meet. Remember, if you haven't helped at a meet - someone else probably did more than 6 halves to fill in. On Wednesday, Libby will be giving a list to Coach Jay of swimmers that are ineligible to participate in Finals, because the family has not done 6 jobs. Libby's email - leehillswims@yahoo.com.

• We thank everyone who has come up to Libby and let her know they were there and willing to help if needed.
• And everyone that said "YES" when Libby came to them - without counting the number of jobs they had already done!
• You're willingness to pitch in has helped the swim meets to run smoothly.
  

3. Finals Jobs - Libby will be setting up the sign ups for the Finals volunteers in the next day or two. Please sign up by Friday, July 29th. On Sunday, July 31st, Libby will begin calling/emailing families that have a swimmer participating in Finals to sign up for a job. If your child will not be swimming in Finals let Coach Jay know (in writing or email) by Wednesday, July 27th.

4. On Thursday, July 28th we will have a swim-a-thon - more details and a form will be sent out soon. We will need some parents to count laps for swimmers.

5. Practice - continues until Finals for those swimmers participating in Finals. No evening clinics.

6. Last Practice - Friday, August 5th, is our traditional Breakfast Potluck. Everyone brings a breakfast food to share to the practice they attend.

7. Awards Banquet - is Sunday, August 7th. More details will follow, but just to make sure it's on your calendar!!

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News

For those of you that have been around Lee's Hill and specifically the swim team for a number of years, you may remember Sherrie Weinstein. Sherrie passed away on Thursday. She served on the swim team Board for a number of years when her daughter Caitlin swam for the team; her husband Stu was also active with the team. The family will be receiving friends on Sunday, July 24th from 3-5p, at the Presbyterian Church at 810 Princess Anne St. The complete obituary is in today's Free-Lance Star.

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Great meet last night everyone. I know the 5:00 start was a challenge, but it was kind of nice getting home so early.

Final scores are LH 284 CH 208

Triple winners are

• Carter Haid
• Shannon Minnich
• Tyler Kauppert
• Erin Morrison

Tomorrow (Friday) is the last early morning Adult swim, because practice times change for the swimmers next week (I'll get the schedule out as soon as I get it).

Sunday, July 24th (the date was wrong before) will be the Finals Planning Committee Meeting at 6:30p at the North Pool. Everyone is welcome to attend, even if you didn't attend the previous meeting.

Several Board members will be stepping down at the end of the season, please consider stepping up!

If you look through the team pictures and do not see your swimmer, let Sandy or Clif know (they are the ones with the big cameras around their necks). They are trying to get pictures of everyone, but the kids keep moving so it's hard to keep track (and with a swim cap on they all look alike).
Link - http://www.photoshop.com/users/turmanator/albums/3e9ecfea2904464fa6643394e082bfff

Get ready for Finals, the concessions committee will be selling concession cards to use at Finals (the ones you've used this season will work too). They are planning to have one person selling tickets to purchase food at Finals, so getting a concession card now will save time for you - because you won't have to stand in that line. See Chris Hensen, Shannon McPherson, or Mari Galindo-Sanchez at practices.

Dahlgren meet on Monday, July 25th, remember anyone 16 or older needs a valid ID. Allow a little extra time to get there and through the gate. I will send out parking information on Sunday, along with any other details. **For job sign ups, we think www.mysignup.com is working - if not, or you have any problems, contact Libby directly - leehillswims@yahoo.com.

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburgy

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

FW: Lightning Flash - College Heights Signups -urgent!

 

As many of you have realized over the last week, the mysignup page has locked you out of the last two meet schedules that used to be there for College Heights and Dahlgren. Those two signup pages seem to have disappeared and despite the company's claim that they can possibly recover them, I have yet to hear back from them for several days. I apologize for any inconvenience this causes some of you. I have tried to recreate the sign up page based on the last time I backed it up -which was July 5th. I realize that some may have gone in to sign up for jobs or change previous sign-ups since then, but it is the best I have. I urge all of you to look at the site for the College Height meet and make sure that you are signed up for the correct jobs and/or sign up for an open slot. I tried to update some of the info based on emails that I recieved this week. If your name is in an incorrect spot and you cannot change it due to password issue or whatever, please email me right away and I will adjust for you.

 

I will still hold out hope that the mysignup folks will recover the Dahlgren signup. If I have not heard by Friday, I will recreate the Dahlgren page again as well.

 

Also, as a reminder, the College Heights meet will start an hour earlier than usual. I am unfamiliar with the pool there, but will attempt to set my self up in a central location by 4pm. PLEASE come check in with me when you arrive. I will again be handing out name badges to volunteers.

 

Thanks!

 

Libby Keyser - leehillswims@yahoo.com

 

MORE INFORMATION SO KEEP READING:

 

For the Dahlgren Meet - if you have a valid Military ID, you DO NOT need to submit the form previously sent. EVERYONE 16 AND OLDER WILL NEED A PICTURE ID (school ID will work).

 

Don't forget to order your t-shirts!!! Turn in order with check by the end of practice tomorrow to Chris Hensen. T-shirts will be here for Finals.

 

Go Lightning!

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

re: Lightning News Flash updates

The meet against College Heights starts at 5:00pm, so we need to be at the pool by 4:00pm!!


***Attached is a form that Michael O'Donohue needs ASAP for the meet on Monday at Dahlgren, if this form is not completed and turned in you may not be able to get on base. This is a Word Document to make it easy to complete and email - modon1@earthlink.net. It is recommended that you complete it even if you aren't planning on being at the Monday meet, just in case.


On Sunday, July 26th there will be another meeting of the Finals Committee @ the North Pool, 6:30pm. Even if you didn't attend the first meeting, you are welcome to attend this one. Finals is rapidly approaching.

We will be holding a swim-a-thon during practice on Thursday, July 28th. The forms will be coming out soon. We will need parents to help with lap counting.

Coach Jay needs to know ASAP, but no later than Wednesday, July 27th, if your child will not be swimming in Finals. We are only allowed so many swimmers in each event and we want a swimmer in each spot we are allowed. Every child will be entered in Finals, unless they have notified Coach Jay that they won't be there.

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,

A few highlights for the week:

1. Ads for the Finals Heat Sheet must be turned in by the end of practice tomorrow!!! Don't miss this opportunity to recognize the efforts of your swimmers or advertise your business.

2. ICE CREAM - we love our ice cream, so tomorrow night after the evening clinic we will be having ice cream, everyone is welcome to come hang out for a little and enjoy a treat. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO ATTEND THE CLINIC TO ENJOY THE ICE CREAM!! Clinic is from 6:45 - 8:00pm.

3. Meet on Wednesday is at College Heights, this meet starts earlier than usual (I believe at 5:30pm - I will send confirmation by tomorrow evening). This means we need to arrive at the pool earlier. Parking is limited and "No Parking" areas are enforced, so careful where you park.

4. If you are interested in purchasing a limited edition t-shirt (design is not complete, but will include reference to our 2010 year!) you must complete the attached form and turn in a check for $15 per shirt to Chris by tomorrow morning. Each swimmer will get a shirt, but we are only ordering enough for the swimmers and whoever pre-pays for one. Don't be left out!!!

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

FW: Lightning News Flash

What a meet last night!!! A gas leak and road shut down, storms and then malfunctioning equipment! But we got in 46 events, so it was considered a complete meet.

The final score - LH 138; CP 212

TRIPLE WINNER - Mike Young: 100 Free - 1:00.16; 50 Fly - 28.33; 50 Back - 30.15. Great Job!!!

We seem to be having challenges getting a team photo, but we have lots of individual and small groups. Here's the link:

http://www.photoshop.com/users/turmanator/albums/3e9ecfea2904464fa6643394e082bfff

When I left practice this morning a lot of fun was happening! I hope the kids enjoyed it, the coaches put a lot of effort into this Leap Day!!

3 VERY IMPORTANT ITEMS:

1. RSL Finals Heat Sheet Ads - need to be turned in ASAP!!! Form is attached, turn the completed form and check, made out to LHST, in the Final Ad folder in the box.

2. We are ordering a special T-shirt for all the swimmers. If parents would like one the cost is $15/shirt, and we MUST have your check and size by the end of practice on Thursday, July 21st. Order form attached. Orders should be put in the Hensen folder in the box. No extra shirts will be ordered!!

3. We seem to be having a problem with the online job signups. Please email Libby at - leehillswims@yahoo.com to let her know what job you are able/willing to do at the meet on Wednesday, July 20th @ College Heights (***this meet starts at 5:30pm). Thank you in advance!

Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

re: Lightning News Flash

Mine Road is open now!!! Remember pictures!

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

If you don't get it there is a Spotsy Alert that Mine Road from Falcon Dr (WaWa) to Lansdowne is shut down. This is due to a gas leak. There is no estimate on when the road will re-open. And for those who are thinking hard - there is no way to drive to the pool without accessing Mine Rd. We can park on the South and walk or bike

Listen to the radio for updates - don't call me - I'm getting my info from the radio, I don't have any inside information.

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings,

If you get this in time - remember there is Stroke and Turn training TONIGHT at 6:30p at Hopyard Farm Clubhouse - 5888 Coakley Drive, KG 22485 off Rt 3 at Port Conway Rd. (white fence)

Now a word from Coach Jay:

Hello to all Swimmers and families, we are half way through our swim meets and want a great job you all have done.  I am very proud of you all, we have a great week planned for you so it is very important that you come to each practice especially Tuesday and Thursday of this week, let me tell you why.

First, Tuesday we have Coach Mike from the year round swim team the Rays coming to coach our practice so I would like as many swimmers to be there at practices to show our appreciation and you will also get a lot out of this practice. 

Second, Wednesday is our last home meet we will have a TEAM PICTURE taken before warm-ups so please be at the pool by 4:30pm.

And Third, Thursday is the day after a meet so it is fun day, your coaching team has a very specially morning planned for you so we would like to see all the team at practice on Thursday.  It is a surprise so I'm not going to tell you anymore.  The times you need to be at the pool on Thursday are 11-18yrs 7:40-8:50 and 5-10yrs 8:50-10am.   Parents this is important (not mandatory) but would like to see lots of swimmers there also we need volunteers to help if you can please see me at practices. 

Thank you

Coach Jay

Back to me:
1. Parents remember to check in with Libby when you arrive for the meet (1st and 2nd half workers) so she knows you are there and isn't trying to get coverage for your job. She sits over by the concession stand. If you are on set up - check in with Phil, if you happen to get there before him there is a plan in the shed!

2. Let Coach Jay know, by a form in her box or an email (usa_aus@verizon.net) that your child will not be swimming in a meet, please let her know by Monday evening or July 22 for the last meet. She needs to know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if your child will not be swimming in Finals on August 6th.

3. RSL Finals Heat Sheet Ads - it's not too late to submit your ad to be included in the Heat Sheet. I've attached the form for your convenience!! Submit the form, a check and the ad (in the size you want it on an 8x10 page) in the "Finals Ad" folder at the front of the box. All ads must be submitted by July 13th.

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org