Jo John Stepping Down

We regret to advise that Jo John will not be able to stay with NASC after the end of the summer term. Her son Adam, has been given the opportunity to train with the GB backstroke coach in Stockport which will mean a move for the whole family to that area.
Whilst we are very sorry to see her go, we wish her and her family every success and look forward to seeing Adam in the 2012 Olympics!

Devon County Development Galas

Entry forms are available on the NASC website and must be completed and returned to either Jacqui Carne or Sue Jordan by Friday 23rd May. Late entries will not be accepted.
This involves a monumental amount of work for the competition committee so it would help greatly if you could ensure the forms are completed correctly. We must have ASA numbers (if you don’t have one, please see Coral Waldock) dates of birth, entry times and of course the correct money (cheques payable to NASC).
Once the entry forms have been collated you will be given a receipt which will itemise the events you have been entered for. Please check this is correct. Amendments cannot be made with DCASA after the 30th May 2008.

Coaches Corner

Sunday evening sessions
Despite Jo not being available to coach on Sundays, the session plan has been set by her. It is vital that all squad swimmers continue to attend this very important meterage session which is central to her training regime.

Club T shirts
This is a very busy period with team events and Open meets. Our press officer, Monica Trist, has very kindly agreed to give up her time to take photographs on a Monday evening. In line with Health and Safety it is compulsory that swimmers are wearing club T shirts or Jackets. To assist Monica please ensure that you have your T shirt on poolside. Failure to do so will result in you not being a part of the photograph.

Punctuality 
Swimmers must make sure they are ready on poolside five minutes before the start of their training session. Too many swimmers are routinely turning up late, curtailing their training sessions to 50 minutes or less. Furthermore missing the warm up leaves swimmers vulnerable to injury and is disruptive to other swimmers. Continued lateness will result in the swimmer not being allowed to take part in the session. Please also ensure you have the correct kit. The club no longer has a supply of fins and floats suitable for senior swimmers.

Lane allocation
In order to provide the best training possible for our swimmers we are presently undertaking a review of the lane structure. You may find therefore that the day and times of your present sessions have changed. Changes are due to be implemented after half term beginning Monday 2nd June. Please check the website and notice board during half term for further information