The Shadowmoss Swim Team is part of the CCAA (Coastal Carolina Aquatic Association). Over the course of the season swimmers will have an opportunity to learn/improve on all 4 competitive strokes, participate in team traditions, and enjoy competing with, and against their friends. The teams season lasts from late April and continues through late June with the season culminating with the CCAA City Championships. The team practices up to 5 days a week, twice a day (morning and afternoon) depending on the child's swimming ability. Swimmers must be able to swim 1 length of the pool (25 meters) without assistance in 1:15 in order to make the team. Swimmers can swim on the team until the summer after their senior year of high school. Summer swimming is an excellent opportunity for children to learn athleticism, team sportsmanship, and the joy of competition. Swimming is a unique sport in that there are individual victories as well as team victories. The team is led by Coach Brad Blake who also coaches the West Ashley High School Swim Team.
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Practice Schedule:
Practices are held Monday-Thursday and Saturday’s for most age groups with the exception of 6 and unders. Swimmers practice based on age and ability. After school is out for the summer swimmers can practice twice a day.
- Practices will begin on April 21 for all swimmers
- Saturday practices will begin May 2
- Morning practices will begin June 1
- Afternoon practice Monday thru Thursday. No practice Friday afternoon
- 4:30 - 5:00 – 6&U group and new 8&U
- 5:00 - 5:45 – Returning 8&U and 9&10
- 5:45 - 6:30 – Returning 8&U and 9&10 (Choice between two groups above)
- 6:30 - 7:30 – 11-12’s, 13-14’s, & 15-18’s
- Saturday practice times:
- 7:00 – 8:00 – 11 and up
- 8:00 – 9:00 – 10 and under
- Morning practice times:
- 7:00 – 8:30 Monday - Friday
Swim Meets
- Volunteers are the backbone of the meets. Please note that all families are required to volunteer at a minimum of 1 event.
- It is imperative that Coach Brad knows if your child will be missing a swim meet. Please fill out the vacation book AS SOON as you know that you will miss a meet. Lots of time is spent on the heat sheet and on relays. If a swimmer is missing it causes a lot of stress and sadness.
- According to CCAA rules, swimmers must be able to swim the length of the pool within the required time (1:15) to qualify to swim at a meet. This is also the criteria for swimmers to be on the team.
- Last but not least, each meet will start with Coach Brad’s famous “Icky La Boom-Ba” cheer. You won’t want to miss it!
Time Trials
Time trials are held four times throughout the season. These time trials allow the coaches to plan the heat sheet for the season. They also provide coaches other valuable information on how to plan for the season. Every effort should be made to be at time trials. It is important that swimmers are on time.
Team Communication
- Sign up Genius: Volunteer signups will be through Sign Up Genius. Once a meet schedule is set and an email roster is established, be on the lookout for volunteer information. Volunteering is a GUARANTEED way to be on deck and able to see your child swim!
- Emails will be sent regularly to update everyone. Information such as volunteer reminders, swims of the meet, and other pertinent information.
- Additional information, league standings, scores and other pertinent information can be found on the CCAA (Coastal Carolina Aquatic Association) website: swimccaa.today
- Updated information for the team will also be posted on shadowmossgolf.com
FAQ's
Q: Do I have to be a member of the pool?
A: Yes. Pool Registration will be online and will open on April 1st. All swimmers families will be guaranteed a pool membership as long as they register for their pool membership before April 15th. Pool membership pricing can be found on the Shadowmoss Golf & Country Club website.
Q: What is the cost to be on the swim team?
A: The cost of registration for one swimmer is $110, Two swimmers is $205, 3 swimmers is $290, and four or more is $350.00. There is also the option of obtaining a sponsor for the team and their sponsorship fee ($400) will cover your registration fee for the swimmers in your family. Sponsors will get their name and logo on our team t-shirt.
Swimmers may choose to purchase a team swim suit but is not required.
Q: Is my child good enough to swim on the team?
A: To swim on the swim team a child must be able to swim one length of the pool unassisted in under 1:15. Due to the nature of how many swimmers are in each age group, the swim team is only for swimmers who have basic water safety. If a child is unable to meet these requirements parents are encouraged to seek out swim lessons instead.
Q: What if we are going to be on vacation during the season?
A: If your family will be on vacation and will be missing a swim meet, please fill out the vacation book so that the coaches are aware. No refunds will be given for missed practices, meets, etc.
Q: When does registration open?
A: Registration will begin on March 1st and close on April 15th.
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