In this issue, you will find information on upcoming swimming events and stories of interest. Have fun with the many Virtual Challenges being offered. The Open Water Season is upon us. Enjoy our natural waterways this year, spectacularly refilled by the winter rains.
The next Update will appear on May 29, 2023. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, May 24, 2023.
Stay fit,
The Pacific Masters Swimming Committee
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Distance Fly Virtual Challenge |
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USMS 5K/10K Virtual Championships |
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Lake Berryessa Open Water Swim, Napa, CA |
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QuickSilver Fast and Free LCM Meet, San Jose, CA |
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USMS Summer Fitness Challenge |
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Silver State Long Course Meters Meet, Carson City, NV |
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Pacific Masters Long Course Championships, Novato, CA |
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Santa Cruz Open Water Weekend, Santa Cruz, CA |
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Donnor Lake Swim, Truckee, CA
Note: Registration opens June 1, at 8:30 AM, and in the past has sold out in less than one hour. Don't delay!
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Lake Berryessa, June 3
Hosted by Davis Aquatic Masters (DAM), the Annual Lake Berryessa Swim is one of the longest running open water swim events in America. Started in 1981 as a friendly lake swim, this event now attracts over 500 swimmers each year. Choose either a 1-mile or a 2-mile looped swim in a freshwater lake with an expected water temperature of 65-70 degrees. Information and Registration
QuickSilver Fast and Free LCM Meet, June 17
Offering 50s and 100s of each stroke, plus the 200 IM, and the 200 and 400 Freestyle events, this is a fun, well-run affair held at Gunderson High School in San Jose. Start time is 9AM; no same-day entries allowed. Information and Registration
Distance Butterfly Virtual Challenge, May 1-June 30
The Albany Aquatics sponsored Butterfly Challenge has begun! Swim a 500, 1000, or 1650 fly for time in any SCY, LCM, or SCM pool. Step it up a notch and try all or any combination of those events. Compare your times to others throughout our LMSC and even USMS. Information and Registration
USMS 2K Summer Fitness Challenge, June 1-30
Put yourself to the test with the 2K Summer Fitness Challenge from June 1-30. This is the second event in the Swim.com USMS Fitness Series. Complete a 2K in open water, pool swim, as a relay, or with fins. Information
Donner Lake Open Water Swim, August 12
Spend a Saturday swimming 2.7 miles in the 42nd Annual Donner Lake Swim. Over a mile high, the lake sits at 5933 ft. with the estimated water temperature between 65 and 68 degrees. This event is limited to the first 450 participants, and usually fills up very quickly. Make your plans now.
USMS 5K or 10K Virtual Championship, May 15 - September 15
Go the extra distance this summer with the 2023 USMS 5K/10K Virtual Championships to be held May 15 – Sept. 15. All participants will receive a cool latex event cap. Clubs with the most participants can win up to $300 plus tons of prizes from our partners.
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2023 Coach of the Year
Congratulations to our 2023 Coach of the Year:
Andy Brenan, Sacramento Masters!
As the Head Coach for Sacramento Masters Swimming in Sacramento, California, Andy has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to the sport of swimming and the well-being of his athletes. In his 23+ years of coaching, Andy has touched the lives of hundreds of swimmers, fostering a positive and supportive environment for them to grow both as athletes and individuals.
Over the past year, Andy has shown unwavering commitment to ensure that Sacramento Masters continues to swim and thrive, even in the face of adversity. His tireless efforts have created a foundation for the club to grow and increase its presence in the competitive swimming world. Way to go, Andy! Read more.
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ALTS Instructor Certification Course
Sunday, May 21, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Fresno, CA
Last chance! Don't miss your opportunity to sign up for this course. It won't be offered again for two years! Join us this Sunday, May 21, from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM for a USMS Adult Learn-to-Swim (ALTS) Instructor Certification Course. Check-in starts at 7:30 AM.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Kim Elsbach. This course will be capped at 25 registrants. Registration
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Swim Team Night with the Oakland A's
Tuesday, June 13, Oakland Coliseum
Get together with a bunch of your swim buddies and enjoy watching the A’s vs. Tampa Bay Rays at 6:40 PM Tuesday, June 13, 2023! Tickets are now on sale.
"The more the merrier" applies as groups of 15 or more will receive discounted tickets, preferred seating, and a SWIM TEAM NIGHT GIVEAWAY!
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Calling All Great Photographers
Your Photos Needed to Celebrate Pacific Masters Swimming
Pacificmasters.org is a rich source of information about our local organization and our sport. We seek to keep the content fresh, timely, and focused on our activities and athletes. Photos are a large part of what keeps the site interesting, and we welcome contributions from our members.
If you have photos to share for posting on our website, please send JPEG files of at least 1MB to [email protected]. Proportions for the banner images are 3.5x10 but all images can be cropped. Identify yourself and any pertinent information about the photos: location, event, date, activity, and where you think the image may belong on the site.
Thank you!
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Pacific Masters Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, May 17, Doors open at 6:45, Meeting begins at 7:00 PM
Join us Wednesday, May 17, for our monthly meeting via the Zoom platform. If this is your first time Zooming, we suggest you sign on a little early to ask questions and address technical issues. Even if you are familiar with Zoom, sign on early to say "hi" to your fellow swimmers.
Our monthly meeting reminder email will provide the Zoom link. If you are not on that list and would like to attend, please send an email to [email protected] for details. All members are encouraged to participate.
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Diversity & Inclusion Corner |
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Challenged Swimming
Lisa Carboni Inspires
Pacific Masters has a rich and diverse membership. Hear from Lisa Carboni, a member of Marcia's Enthusiastic Masters of Oakland (MEMO) and the South End Rowing Club, about her love of swimming despite an obvious challenge:
"My challenge is obvious. I am missing my lower right leg. But, I don’t let this stop me. I tapped into my love of swimming and started swimming competitively on a summer recreational team at age nine..."
Read more of Lisa's story here.
Interested in learning more about Pacific Masters’ Diversity & Inclusion Committee? Contact Vicki Shu at [email protected].
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USMS Spring Nationals Recap
The Largest Nationals Championships Ever!
Nearly 2500 competitors swam at the Woollett Aquatic Center in Irvine, April 27-30. With all that competition, we are proud to announce that The Olympic Club (TOC) triumphed, accumulating the highest number of points overall, nationwide. Congratulations to one and all!
USMS Championships is a chance to celebrate our sport with inspiring performances, gauge our current swimming aptitude, reunite with lifelong friends and explore new places. Seeing old friends and making new ones is part of the allure. Read more.
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Preparing for the Open Water Season
Tips for Both Novice and Seasoned Swimmers
However, swimming in a river, lake, or ocean, with the varying weather and water conditions, can present different challenges from pool swimming. Hone up on your open water skills by watching this informative video, 9 Open Water Swimming Tips, to ensure all your wild swims are safe as well as fun.
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