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🐬Durham Dolphins Weekly Splash🐬

July 22nd

🐬 The Weekly Splash

Durham Dolphins Swim Team Newsletter
Week of July 21, 2025

🏊 EVENTS THIS WEEK

Final Week of Summer Swim!
This is our last official week of the 2025 summer swim season. The last day of swim practice is Thursday, July 24. Let’s finish strong and celebrate all the hard work our swimmers have put in!

🏅 Intersquad Dual Meet
Wednesday, July 23
  • Warm-ups begin at 8:00 AM
  • Races start at 8:30 AM sharp
Let’s bring the energy for our final team competition of the season!
  • Please RSVP ASAP so coaches know who they can “draft” for their teams.

 RSVP: Intersquad Dual

🏊 NVALS Championship Meet
Friday–Sunday, July 25–27
  •  Redding Aquatic Center – 44 Quartz Hill Road, Redding
Our swimmers who qualified will be racing all weekend—let’s cheer them on as they represent the Durham Dolphins at the league championships!

Held in the conference room at Oxford Suites.
All swim families are welcome—no hotel reservation required.
An RSVP will be going out this week.

🎉 NVALS Theme: MINIONS!
Our team is feeling all the mighty Minion power!
Swimmers and families are encouraged (but not required) to join the fun:

  • Dress in Minion-themed attire
  • Decorate your sitting area Minion style
  • Go bold with a yellow suit
    Every swimmer will receive a custom Despicable Dolphins swim cap!
    There’s a Spirit Award handed out to the most enthusiastic team—and we LOVE to win!

🌊 WAVE MAKERS

This week we're celebrating some standout swimmers in each practice group who have shown dedication, improvement, and team spirit!

💙 Blue Group
Jayden Cumpton is a good listener and always tries her best. We've seen a lot of improvement in her technique this summer!
Carter Bartlett brings big energy and an even bigger smile to every practice. He checks in with coaches before and after his races and his hard work is paying off—just look at the hardware he’s picked up this season!

🤍 White Group
Margot Cooper is a pleasure to coach. She’s attentive, puts in her best effort, and has made noticeable gains in both technique and times.
Levi Kerns is focused, respectful, and hardworking—both in the pool and on deck.
Both Margot and Levi consistently check in with coaches at meets and follow through with feedback like pros!

❤️ Red Group
Kolina Edson is focused, determined, and a great teammate. Her dedication shows every time she’s in the water.
Nathan Brady is motivated and always looking to improve. His strong work ethic and commitment make him a leader in the pool.

Way to go, Dolphins—we’re proud of every one of you!

ORLAND INVITATIONAL RECAP

The Dolphins had an awesome showing at the Orland Otters Invitational, our team finishing 2nd overall—a strong close to our final invitational of the season!

3rd Place:

  • Abby Furst (6 & Under Girls)
  • Kiersten Wilk (15–16 Girls)
  • Nathan Brady (15–16 Boys)

2nd Place:

  • Ender Clark (11–12 Boys)
  • Samantha Brady (11–12 Girls)
  • Ansel Clark (13–14 Boys)

1st Place:

  • Carter Bartlett (6 & Under Boys)
  • Luke Montz (11–12 Boys)
  • Liam Edson (15–16 Boys)

Congratulations to all our swimmers for their hard work and sportsmanship!

💡 FLIP TURN FOCUS

Let’s Finish Strong, Dolphins!

It’s the final week of summer swim—let’s end the season with effort, focus, and fun! Whether you're racing at NVALS or just wrapping up a great season, these tips will help you swim your best.

In the Pool:

  • Fast Turns = Faster Times: Quick feet and a strong push-off in streamline can make all the difference.
  • Big Finishes: Don’t glide—race through the wall!
  • Meet Mindset: Practice like you’re racing. Swim with purpose every time you push off the wall.

Dryland Focus: Core + Power Circuit
Do this quick set at home, after practice, or before bed—2–3 times through:

  • 20-second plank
  • 10 sit-ups
  • 10 superman lifts
  • 10 jump squats

Building strength helps with everything from starts and turns to your final sprint to the wall. Let’s finish the season strong—go Dolphins! 🐬💪

🔔 REMINDERS

  • Bring Water & Gear: Swimmers must bring a full water bottle to every practice and meet. Goggles and swim caps are required if hair is below the ears.
  • Fall Swim is Coming!
    Fall swim starts August 18—registration will open after NVALS. Stay tuned for the link and details!
  • End-of-Year Party – Save the Date!
    Let’s celebrate a super summer swim season together!
    Monday, August 4 @ 5:30 PM
    Durham Pool
    Enjoy free swim, ice cream, paper plate awards, and time to hang out with the entire team!
    RSVP: End of the Season Party
  • Intersquad Dual Meet!
    Coaches are preparing to “draft” their teams—please RSVP ASAP so they know who’s in the lineup for Wednesday!
    RSVP: Intersquad Dual

Go Dolphins!

Bridget Abifadel

Durham Dolhins

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