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State of the Storm

OCTOBER 27, 2023

State of the StormOCTOBER 27, 2023

Upcoming Events & Meets - October & November Upcoming Events & Meets - October & November

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  • October 28: Girls Black vs. GMNY
  • October 28: Boys Green vs. MEY
  • November 4: Boys Black vs. FSPY
  • November 4: Girls Green vs. GMNY
  • November 4: Girls White vs. GMNY
  • November 4: Boys White vs. HACY
  • November 11: Girls White vs. FSPY
  • November 11: Girls Green vs. MEY
  • November 11-12: Jersey Wahoos Thanksgiving Meet (Senior 1/2, Junior 1)
  • November 17-19: HCY Autumn Challenge (Lightning 1/2, Thunder 1/2/3)
  • November 17-19: JAC Fall Festival (Senior 3/4, Junior 2/3)
  • November 18: Boys Black vs. GMNY
  • November 18: Boys White vs. GMNY
  • November 18: Girls Black vs. WFY
  • November 19: OCY Gobble Gobble (Lightning 3, Waves)
  • November 29 - December 2: US Open (all 13/O qualifiers)

To all of our swimmers, good luck and swim fast!


More Information: please visit the Events Page for specific event information. The full meet schedule will also be communicated in early October.

Important Upcoming Dates, Deadlines and Practice Updates Important Upcoming Dates, Deadlines and Practice Updates

PRACTICE UPDATES

  • Please click here to view practice changes on our website.


MEET REGISTRATIONS

  • October 26: SJAC Gator Classic 12/U (Thunder 1, Lightning 1/2)
  • October 26: SJAC Gator Classic 13/O (Junior 1/2, Senior 2/3)
  • October 30: Boys Black vs. FSPY
  • October 30: Girls Green vs. GMNY
  • October 30: Girls White vs. GMNY
  • October 30: Boys White vs. HACY


HOTEL BLOCK BOOKING

  • October 27: deadline to book a hotel room at the Hyatt Place Mt. Laurel at discounted rates for the SJAC Gator Classic 12/U (Thunder 1, Lightning 1/2 practice groups)
  • October 31: deadline to book a hotel room at the Hampton Inn Deptford at discounted rates for the Jersey Wahoos Thanksgiving Meet (Senior 1/2, Junior 1 practice groups)
  • November 10: deadline to book a hotel room at the Hyatt Place Mt. Laurel at discounted rates for the SJAC Gator Classic 13/O (Junior 1/2, Senior 2/3 practice groups)
  • November 17: deadline to book a hotel room at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center at discounted rates for the OCY Winter Classic (Lightning 3, Junior 3, Senior 4)
  • January 17: deadline to book a hotel room at the Hampton Inn Deptford or Courtyard by Marriott at discounted rates for the YMCA Silver Championships (qualifiers)
  • January 26: deadline to book a hotel room at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center at discounted rates for the YMCA 12/U State Championships (qualifiers)
  • February 14: deadline to book a hotel room at the DoubleTree Resort Lancaster at discounted rates for the YMCA 13/O State Championships (qualifiers)


Dates and deadlines may be subject to change. Please refer to communications from your practice group lead coach for the latest information.

Volunteer Opportunities: Swim Parent Committee Volunteer Opportunities: Swim Parent Committee

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At this time, the Parent Committee is looking for parents who are interested in lending their skills and time to join our Competitive Swim Parent Committee. As you know, the support of our parents is essential to the running of a successful swim program!


The following positions/committees are looking for future replacements/chairpersons:

  • Chair
  • Vice Chair
  • Secretary
  • Finance Liaison
  • Equipment
  • Apparel
  • Hospitality
  • Team Travel


Information about the Competitive Swim Parent Committee with job descriptions can be found here. If you have any questions, or if you are interested in joining the Storm Parent Committee, please email gscychair@gmail.com.

GSCY Storm College Commitments GSCY Storm College Commitments

Congratulations to our most recent college commitments! We wish you all the best as you embark on the fun and challenging world of collegiate athletics. Continue to make GSCY Storm proud!


If you or your athlete has committed to a collegiate swim program, we would like to feature you in future newsletters! Please send the swimmer's photo and any other information to gscystormconnect@gmail.com.

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REMINDER: Pick Up Gear & Apparel Orders at Bridgewater YMCA REMINDER: Pick Up Gear & Apparel Orders at Bridgewater YMCA

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If you placed an order with California Beach Hut earlier this season for team suits or apparel and have not had a chance to pick it up yet, remaining orders will be at the Bridgewater YMCA. Please ask the Front Desk for your order. Note that orders will only be at Bridgewater through Friday, October 27th.


Questions: please contact Agnes Doucette at agnesdoucette5@gmail.com.

Fitter & Faster Four Strokes Swim Camp Taking Place on 11/12-11/13 in Princeton Fitter & Faster Four Strokes Swim Camp Taking Place on 11/12-11/13 in Princeton

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GSCY Storm athletes are invited by our friends over at Fitter & Faster to attend their Four Strokes Swim Camp taking place on November 11 & 12 in Princeton. This camp is being led by 2x Olympian Matthew Abeysinghe. There will be two sessions each day, both designed for swimmers ages 9 & over. Sign up today to reserve your spot!


November 11: Freestyle & Backstroke Technique

November 12: Butterfly & Breaststroke Technique


CLICK HERE for details and registration. If you have any questions about the clinic, please email Michael Plantamura at Mplanty@fitterandfaster.com. See you there!

Quick Links Quick Links

GSCY Storm Website: http://www.gscyswimming.com (must log in to view all pages)

Practices: Practice Schedule | Schedule Changes | Practice Group Rosters

Meets: Events | Time Standards | Hosted Meets

Media: Photos & Videos | News | Instagram | Facebook

Achievements: Team Records | End-of-Season Awards

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