Chesapeake
Bay Aquatic Club
Summer Edition 2002
Coach's Corner: Head Coach, Chuck Jacobs
USA Swimming Speedo
Championship Series
(Formerly known as Sectionals)
CBAC swimmers Eric Skrabacz and Beth Dobson have each qualified for individual
events. This meet is just one level away from Senior Nationals and would
normally be called the "Junior National Championship Meet." That
meet is usually held in Florida, but Eric & Beth will have to settle
for the beautiful and warm climate of Fairfax, VA. Please show your support
to Eric and Beth.
Gambling in Atlantic City…?
The Bridge to Bridge Race is an open water race to be held in Atlantic City,
NJ on August 3rd. Some of our country's best open water swimmers will attend.
Three of CBAC's own plan to challenge the grueling waters during the 1.3
mile swims: John Kitner, Will Richards, and Eric Skrabacz. When you see
these three brave souls tell them to swim fast or they'll end up as shark
food!
AAU National Junior Olympic Games
This year's event is scheduled from August 5-9 in Knoxville, TN at the University
of Tennessee. Eighteen CBAC swimmers will join other Marylanders in representing
our state as an All-Star Team. CBAC has four national junior Olympic champions
so far. Let's add more!
Senior Nationals - 2002
Former CBAC swimmer Jillian Martin (currently swimming for the Univ. of
MD) will compete in this year's Senior National Championships in Fort Lauderdale,
FL. Look for Jill to swim the 100 & 200 meter breastroke events. Coach
Chuck will be in attendance to help coach her. The stakes? If Jill swims
well enough she could be eligible for the USA Swimming National Team this
year!
SUMMER NEWS!
SUMMER NEWS!
Almost Perfect!
Kelli Freer, Cole Kimble, Caitlin Branaman, and Jackson Webb were nearly
perfect on Saturday, June 8th. These swimmers did their best times in all
their events. Kelli Freer went six for six best times; including a 12 second
drop in the 100 IM. Coach Chuck said, "She simply swam her best. She
was on fire." Cole Kimble lit up the pool with 1 first place, 4 seconds,
2 fourths, and a fifth place finish. Jackson Webb finished 6th in the 100
fly and 8th in the 50 free. Caitlin Branaman managed to shave an amazing
8.67 seconds off her 100 free time & 2.43 in her 100 backstroke-over
10 seconds in only 2 events!!! Way to go, gang. Great effort made by all
of you!
NBAC Meet Sees Records Fall
CBAC was well represented as we came away with some great swims. Fifteen
team records fell at the July meet. The relay team of Lisa Gabrelcik, Davi
Clark, Jacqueline Kitner, and Brittany Culpepper broke the 11-12 200 meter
freestyle relay. If you see Will Richards, Brittany Culpepper, Eric Skrabacz,
Lisa Gabrelcik, Olivia Ray, and Beth Dobson ask them if they need some water
because they were all hot, hot, hot! Lisa had a great weekend, breaking
four 11-12 records: 50FR, 50BK, 100FR and 50Fly-an event she won. Her second
place finish in the 50BK was very close to the first place finisher. Veteran
swimmer at 16, Eric Skrabacz broke five records in the 15-16 age group:
100Fly, 400IM, 200IM, 100BK, and 200BK! Olivia Ray probably doesn't know
this, but she broke two 8 & under records: 50FR & 100 BK. Way to
go, Olivia! Brittany Culpepper broke the 11-12 100 BR record. Will Richards
broke the 13-14 100 BR record, while Beth Dobson broke the 17-18 100 FR
record. Way cool! Jennifer Ray & Justin Koper placed in the top 10 and
collected medals. John Kitner took time off in every event he swam. Jacqueline
Kitner looked awesome on Saturday with mega time drops in all her events.
Natalie Fugate and Emily Dobson finished 6th & 9th in the 100 Fly. Good
job, girls! Remember: moving to the next level is what we strive for!
Welcome to our new and returning CBAC swimmers! As summer progresses I've
been working hard to secure suitable practice space and times. Bear with
us and "stay the course" as we work around the closure of the
college pool. Rest assured, the wait will be worth it. A special thank you
goes to those families who continue to provide support to the team as a
whole.
Over the coming weeks I will be traveling to several meets, the ASCA World
Clinic, and the U.S. Aquatic Sports Convention. In my absence all swimmers
are expected to attend practices, work hard, and show respect for the coaching
staff. I'll return to share my experiences and catch up with all of you.
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"Courage is daring to take that first step, or different path. It is the decision to place your dreams above your fears." |
Coach Chuck will be at the SMSL Invitational Saturday afternoon to answer questions you might have about next year and upcoming changes. He will be coming straight from the Speedo Championships in VA, so be on the lookout for the CBAC table and Coach Chuck.
Register at the SMSL Invitational
Come register at the invitational! Don't wait! You will want to register
early as limited space may be available for some groups.
New Groups: Senior & Age Group
Senior Swimming & Age Group have been designed for those who are committed
to year 'round swimming. These groups will be coached by the Head Coach.
For more information please speak to Coach Chuck.
New Group Structure
Senior Swimming
Level 5
Level 4
Age Group
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1
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NOTE: |
New swimmers to the CBAC family, please note that skills must be assessed before being assigned to the appropriate group.