2nd Intersquad Shows Improvement
Posted on July 12th, 2011 by jim
The Lightning’s swam their best times so far this season at our 2nd Inter Squad Meet of the season. For more pictures click on the picture below
Kevin McBride
Posted on May 31st, 2011 by jim
It is with a saddened heart that we learn of the passing of one of our swimming communities’ most dedicated coaches and officials. Kevin McBride passed away yesterday May 30th of a heart attack. Our regrets and condolences go out to Kim, Karissa, Kiel, & Kameron & their entire extended family . Kevin and I have worked together since the 1980 s when he started at High Ridge YMCA. He has always been available for any team I was involved with and always had the best interest of the children in mind. At the beginning of every swim season when we discussed scheduling, Kevin always said to me …. “Jim, I’ll do what ever you need me to do”. I heard those words 3 weeks ago and will hear them echo at the beginning of every season to come.
For all those who had the pleasure of working with Kevin ( and there are many) I am sure you know the dedicated heart that Kevin brought to any swim team, swim meet, or individual having a conversation with him.
The Lincolnwood Lightnings, Lincolnwood Park District, YMCA, and Illinois Swimming have lost a member that will be missed each and every day in the future.
Visitation will be at Donnellan Funeral Home - 10045 Skokie Blvd. Skokie, Illinois 60077-1026
Monday June 6th 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Service at Skokie Valley Baptist Church – 1050 Skokie Boulevard Wilmette, IL 60091
Tuesday June 7th 10:30 am
http://lwlightning.org/photos/kevin-mcbride
The weather was great for Stroke Clinic
Posted on May 23rd, 2011 by jim
Welcome back to all the Lightning Swimmers !!
The water was 81 degrees and everyone had a successful first day at clinic
For more pictures of the clinic ———– Go to the photo album
Get Ready for Summer Swimming
Posted on May 20th, 2011 by jim
Stroke Clinic begins this coming Monday, May 23rd from 4:30 to 6pm. You can still register by fax or by filling out the registration Lightning Stroke Clinic and bringing it with you to the clinic on Monday. This is a great opportunity to refine and improve your swimmers technique prior the the long course season. The clinic is at the Proesel Park Aquatic Center pool.
2010 Conference Meet Report
Posted on January 31st, 2011 by jim
About the 2010 Conference Meet
Lincolnwood Lightnings were the host to all the A Conference Meet
What great weather we had on the day of the meet Wednesday July 27th.
I think it was because we had a plan for bad weather in effect
We hoped that if we would prepare for the temporary thundershower it may not occur LOL
Thank you for your compliments on our meet and your cooperation in helping us run a successful meet
We did have 3 officials cancel late in the day – I want to thank those who stepped up to officiate
The pool staff did an excellent job supporting the meet
Kevin, Lance, Kersti & Tamar ran the meet without a flaw
And Paul was entertaining as usual with his subliminal ((barnaby’s – barnaby’s)) message
We had Peter, who was on the other end of Paul’s Walkee Talkee at the team area to call events to the Bull Pen with his blow horn
Kate and Dena kept everyone happy all day with heat prizes & T shirts,
Mrs. Barbour was a runner all day, & she labeled awards, even for the other teams, and put as many awards in the mailboxes as she could
The awards boxes were full – If you forgot to pick up your awards at the BBQ last year, They will be in the conference room at the pool after the season begins
Jess posted results, helped with the 8 & Unders & was a runner as well
Kim ran a an incredibly efficient bull pen for the entire day
A special thanks to those who timed and to the coaches who helped our lightning’s remain undefeated for yet another year
Go Lightning's!!
Thanks to all who helped in their special ways
There were many parents who volunteered off & on through out the day.
And what a day of surprises !!!
Our very own Lightning Coaches Medley Relay won their own event, "The Coaches Relay"
Cherianne(back), Peter(breast), Lyndsay(Fly) & Lance (Free)
I have attached a PDF of the results of the 2010 Conference Meet 2010 A Division Conference Final Results
Reschedule of Parent Meeting & First Meet 6/23 Reminder
Posted on June 22nd, 2010 by admin
Parents
It appears that the storm will be arriving at 4:30 to 5 or during our practice time tonight. With Friday traffic and the rain it will not be good to have this meeting. I believe the storm is moving quickly but the lightning detector may not clear the pool for us to have a sufficient practice either. As a result of this situation, Practice is Canceled for tonight as well as the Parent Meeting
We will reschedule our parent meeting for Monday night 6/21, same time 6:15pm.Your swimmers will be finishing practice as we meet.
Also Re: Wednesday 6/23
If your swimmer wants to swim in this coming Wednesday’s meet, Remember to have them sign up for the meet at Monday practice at the latest. The sign up sheets are in the activity room next to the concession area. The River Trails Sheets are removed on Monday and replaced with the next meets sheet, Norridge.
Lightnings Finish Stroke Clinic
Posted on June 6th, 2010 by jim
Swimmers improved technique, getting ready for the 50 meter pool. We begin the outdoor season Monday afternoon June 7th
Click on the picture below to view all the clinic pictures
2010 Season is Coming Soon !
Posted on March 23rd, 2010 by jim
You can register for stroke clinic and swim team for the 2010 season. Follow the prompts in the navigation bar to the right. Choose “Stroke Clinic” or “Lightning Handbook & Fees”.
As The 2009 Summer Season Finishes
Posted on July 11th, 2009 by admin
The season has flown by and what a great season we have had. There is still lots of fun left. Look at the calendar we have the last dual meet with River trails, the last Inter Squad Meet, the NISC Conference Meet, the Water Park Trip & Water Show on the same day, and the amazing BBQ. —Don’t miss any of these.
Look for the sign ups in the activity room for the Water Park or ask Coach Kim
And BBQ info will also be in the Activity Room soon, or ask Kate
2007 photo Yes – This is a Swim Cap Nico is ready to jump into it!
Current Katina Mendieta Award Recipients
Photos
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