We are one week away from Time Trials, and we need all hands on deck! The Time Trials Volunteer Sign-up is now Live, so please take a moment to grab your spot. this is our first time using this system, so please let us know if you identify any issues.

Please note: Volunteer points are not earned at Time Trials, but participation is required to help us start off strong. Time Trials are also a great opportunity for trying our new roles before we get to the full meets. Shortly after time trials, we will be pushing out the Volunteer Sign-ups for the rest of the season.

Our system for volunteers is largely the same as last year, with minor adjustments. We need everyone’s participation and support to ensure the season runs smoothly.

Volunteer Point System

We use a point-based system to ensure every family contributes fairly. Points are based on the role’s time and responsibility.

• 5 Points for most Official Roles requiring certification (Referee, Starter, Stroke and Turn Judge)
• 4 Points (or 2 points for split shift) for most roles during the meet (Timers, Marshal, Runner, Table/Data Entry, Concessions, Runner)
• 2-3 points for support roles before/during/after the meet (Setup, Take Down, Equipment Transport)
• 1 Point for Alternate or other misc roles.

Required Points Per Family:

• 1 swimmer = 15 points
• 2 swimmers = 22 points
• 3+ swimmers = 28 points

We know life happens—if you sign up but can’t make it, please find a replacement so we’re not scrambling at the last minute. Job signup is generally locked 48 hours before the meet, so you will need to contact the volunteer coordinators (Paul and Abbie Shlesinger) to communicate late changes.

We still have a few critical full-season roles (fulfills all volunteer requirements). Please reach out if you are interested in filling these roles.

• Co-Concessions Coordinator -- We need a volunteer to work with our other Concessions Coordinator, Jill Moore, to manage concessions for the season. We'll have plenty of help for meets, but the coordination and planning role is best shared.
• Data Coordinator Trainee -- We have 2 excellent data coordinators in Seth Edwards and Gurkie Cheng, but this is likely Seth's last year in the role, so we are looking for someone to get trained up this season. This role requires some support during the week to help the coaches prepare for the meet. Please reach out if you are interested and we can get you in touch with Seth and Gurkie for more information.

We also have some single-event coordination roles (15 volunteer points) that need to be filled.

• Senior Recognition Coordinator
• End of Season Awards Coordinator

Please reach out if you are interested in filling these roles.

Let’s start strong, stay involved, and make this a fantastic season for our swimmers! If you have any questions or need help picking a volunteer role that fits you, just reach out – we’re happy to help.

Paul and Abbie Shlesinger

703-201-5868 (Paul)

703-499-4878 (Abbie)

[email protected]