August 2016
ACST Newsletter
2016 LC End of Season Banquet
Dates to Remember:
On August 24th, we will have our 2016 Long Course Banquet at Washington Township Park Pavillion from 6-8pm.
Long Course awards will be presented, Board elections will
take place, and information on the upcoming Short Course
season will be discussed Please check website for food
assignments.
August 22: Developmental Eval Night
2016-2017 Information Packet
August 31: PowerTeam Wear Suit
Fitting/Gear Sale
The current information packet is now online. Please take
your time to read the packet. Please remember to check
your invoices and pay any outstanding fees. Online registration is now open!
August 24: Long Course Banquet
August 25: Short Course Season Starts
August 29th: Developmental Starts
September 8: Officials Clinic
September 17: Open Water
Championship
Fundraising update
October 22-23: ACST Fall Classic
We have had two fundraising in the last few months, Mini
Golf Outing and Chipotle Spirit Night. We had raised over
$700 for the club. Thank you to all who had participated.
Swimmer Referral Program
Developmental Program Update
The next evaluation night for the developmental program is
August 22nd from 5:30-6:30pm. Please remember that we
reward families who refer other families to our swim program. Our flyers are available online so you can easily
share with your friends and family.
On the last night of the June session, Coach Karr hosted a
fun meet for the developmental kids so they can experience
what competitive swimmers do during a meet. The kids had
a blast, one swimmer told one of the board members, “this
is the best day ever!”
Mrs. Ranette Archer, mother of Morgan and Sanaa’ both in
White Group, when asked how the program is going for her
girls, said “We absolutely loved it and will definitely be returning. The girls grew tremendously in their swimming abilities. The three days a week was a bit challenging for me but
I think the frequency is essential to the students growing
and advancing over each session. I truly have no complaints I think the program is awesome, the price is very
very reasonable and the high school student seem to create
bonds with the program participants and want to see them
grow and advance. The girls did in fact like the race and
wanted to go again!”
Any current ACST family who refers a new
swimmer to ACST will receive a $50 credit after
the new swimmer has remained with the program for three months. Invite your
friends to give the club a try.
ACST parents and kids are the
best advocates of the swim program. There are two more developmental sessions coming up.
SCRIP Program
The ACST scrip program promises to be a simple and effective fundraising program. Our club only keeps 1 percent of the total rebate from each
card sold. The rest of the rebate
is given to you for a discount off
your ACST account. You can
even shop online at www.shopwithscrip.com.
Board Member Elections
We have two board positions being vacated in
the fall. Please contact Jayda Sommers or Elizabeth Meyers if you are interested.
Volunteers needed
Email or talk to a board member today on how
you can help, we always have something going
on at the pool.
Candidates for Board Elections
Candidate 1: Robert Brown
Children in ACST: Matthew and Bethany
Background: Avon resident for over 20 years and have four children in Avon schools. Registered
official with USA Swimming and actively participates in Meet representing ACST.
Candidate 2: Daniel Kinnamon
Children in ACST: Victoria and Brock
Background: Regular volunteer and been involved with ACST since 2011. Registered official with
USA Swimming. Currently a partner in a financing firm and an accounting firm with regular community involvement through church, school and politics in Hendricks County.
Recycling program Update
We have built a great collection of items from parkas to goggles, fins and swim bags. Please
continue to clean out your kids stash to find those old swim equipment your kids have outgrown.
Please contact Vanessa Santiago at [email protected] for info.
Samples of these collections are:
Parka Size Small $20
Officiating shirts: $10 brand new (Women’s L and XL)
Swim Bag: $20 barely used
Men’s Jammers Size 34: $3
SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, September 8th @ 5:30pm
Do you attend Swim meets? Have you ever thought...that water looks refreshing? Can
you raise your hand above your head? Are you looking for an opportunity to learn more
about the sport of swimming? Then come on out on Wednesday 9/16/15 and take your
first step toward becoming a USA Swimming official.
Officiating is a great way to fulfill your volunteer obligation with ACST. There are some
great perks too (free admission at meets, free food, and a front row seat to all of the action). On Thursday, September 8th, we will be holding an officials clinic from 5:30-8:00pm.
If you are interested in becoming an official or have questions please contact Debi Kinnamon at [email protected] or any board member.
2016 Mega Zones
SCRIP Cards available for Purchase NOW
L-R Austin Toney, Maverick Bray and Jackson VanWanzeele
represented ACST at the Mega Zones at the IUPUI Natatorium.
2016 LC State Championship
Store
Adidas
Boston Market
Budget Car Rental
Cinemark Theaters
Coldwater Creek
Dave & Buster's
Gap/Banana Republic/
Old Navy
Gap/Banana Republic/
Old Navy
GNC
Goodrich Theater
Gordmans
Gymboree
Hallmark
L.L.Bean
Landry's Restaurant
Land's End
Land's End
Men's Wearhouse
Payless Shoes
Pep Boys
RadioShack
Regis Salons
Service Master
Sports Authority
TGI Fridays
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2016 LC Age Group State Championship Team with Coach Brad Grieshop
L-R Maverick Bray, Brock Kinnamon, Jackson VanWanzeele, Austin Toney, Mark Santiago,
Elle Gilkerson, Kayla Clark, Kayla Logeais and Erika Becker (not in photo: Marshall Santiago)
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Great Night with the Coaches at Monster Mini Golf!
“You can’t put a limit on anything.
The more you dream, the farther
you get.” - Michael Phelps
Muscle activation at the Pike Closed Invite
Dryland at the park!
Enjoying the Splash Pad after dryland practice.
Sponsorship Opportunity
Friends and Family of the Program, $ 100
Each F&F Sponsor will receive…

Invitation to season ending banquets for both long and short course season.

Recognition of your sponsorships in meet programs and newsletters

2 Complimentary passes to all sessions of both ACST swim meets

Excellent opportunity for alumni and grandparents or relatives to experience ACST excellence.
**Bonus** - For every F&F sponsorship your family acquires, you will be credited $25 on your ACST account!
If you have questions about this sponsorship opportunity, please contact: [email protected]
Celebrating 30 YEARS...
Avon Community Swim Team has been in place for 30 years. Since its inception in 1986, ACST has served the competitive swimming needs of Avon and the surrounding communities. There are no residency restrictions. Anyone
may join! Without the help of the board of directors, coaches, swimmers, parents and volunteers, it would not have
been possible. We have always had the best volunteers around. We are known to have one of the best hospitality
rooms in swim meets. Again, none of these would have been possible without all of your help. Thank you!
Many thanks to our Sponsors!
Contact Us
Debi Kinnamon, Gear Sales
Jayda Sommers, President; email: [email protected]
Elizabeth Meyers, Vice President; email:
[email protected]
Jayda Sommers, Treasurer; email: [email protected]
Sherry Gardiner, Member at Large
Melisa Gerber, Developmental Registrar
Michael Sandala, Marketing & Sponsorship
Vanessa Santiago, Member at Large
Visit us on the web at www.acstswim.org