Shark News – Week of 3/31

March 31, 2025
Hammerbeach

Hi Shark Families,

Welcome new and returning families! Only 42 days till the start of pre-season and we can’t wait!

Lots of exciting things are in store for the Sharks this season! I’m happy to announce our new timing system has arrived and is ready to go! You may have noticed we are using a new swim software called Commit Swimming. This will be our technology platform for registration, swim meet, and volunteer sign-ups. Sign-ups for swim clinics, special events, and away meet buses will be available via the BAC Member portal or App.

While this was a rough weekend for the Spartans and Wolverines, Coach Paul’s Cranbrook High School Boys Swim Team recently won their THIRD State Championship in a row! Check out this article about Coach Paul’s win! Congrats Paul!

Please review the key Shark information below:

 

SWIM GROUPS

Please see Paul’s rescent blogpost regarding swim group placements. If you have any questions prior to the season starting, please reach out! Paul is happy to help! If your child is new to the team, please contact Coach Paul to set up an evaluation: pellis@bacmi.net.

 

SHARK OPEN HOUSE

Swim Team Open House on Tuesday, April 29, 5p-7:30p
Kick off our 2025 Shark season with Coaches, Swimmers, and Parents. Great opportunity to ask questions, learn more or just hang out with Sharks! We will be using a new apparel vendor this season, the Bloomfield Hills Sports Shop. They will be onsite to see and try-on swimsuits and apparel. Dinner will be offered.
We recognize spring schedules are hectic so come and go when you can. We look forward to seeing you.

PRE SEASON

 

Pre-season starts May 12. It is offered Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday through June . Please note the 2025 swim season will NOT be separated into Spring and Summer but, will be one 10-week season. “School Schedule” and “Summer Schedule” are included in one price. Please join us at the pool and come when you can!

NEW: Pre-Team lessons can start as early as 5/12!

School Schedule

Monday – Thursday

Jaws/Hammers – 5:00-6:15

Tigersharks 5:30-6:30

Fins 6:00-6:30

Saturdays

Jaws 8-9:30

Hammerheads 9:15-10:30

Tigersharks 10:30-11:30

Fins 11:00-11:30

 

SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsorships are key to the success of our swim program. Funds raised help us cover the costs of things like ribbons and awards, MICSA fees, Saturday bagels, away meet bus experience, DJs, tech fees, decorations, prizes, and much more.

Please find details on our Sponsorship Opportunities here. Commitment deadline is June 1.

Contact Athletic Director, Julian Wellings (jwellings@bacmi.net) if you are interested in a sponsorship. Thank you in advance for supporting our team.

 

SWIMMER CUSTOM FLAGS 

Swimmer favorite, custom swim flags are again available. Flags are displayed around the pool area for the duration of the swim season. They are used for two years.

  • To order a flag(s), please email swimteam@bacmi.net
  • Indicate if you would like a family flag (last name only $150) or swimmer flag (first and last name $125)
  • Orders due May 11
BLUE & WHITE MEET RAFFLE

Anyone is interested in providing donations for our Swim Team Raffle on 6/7, please contact Dilnaz Tejani (dilnazp@gmail.com).

ADULT LAP SWIM INTEREST???

The Swim Committee would like to guage member interest for a new morning Adult Lap Swim program this summer. If you think this is something you would be interested in, please email Athletic Director, Julian Wellings (jwellings@bacmi.net).

IMPORTANT SHARK DATES 

4/29, 5-7:30p: Swim Team Kick Off with Dinner
5/11 – Flag Sponsorship requests due (Flags will be hung Memorial Day Weekend)
5/12 – Pre-Season Begins
5/26 – No pracitce (Memorial Day)
6/1 – Swim Team Sponsorships Due
6/7, 8-11:30a – Blue and White Meet
6/16 – Summer Season Begins (Morning practice schedule starts)
Go Sharks,
Alyson
swimteam@bacmi.net

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