June 4, 2025

Notice: Another great meet is behind us! Please find quick updates & links
below for all the important info you need to know.

QUICK FRIENDLY UPDATES/REMINDERS AT-A-GLANCE:

• Splash Dash is today Donate Now to hit our goal!
• Morning Practice begins June 9th
• Home swim meet June 14th - JRB vs Woodcreek
  • Declare your swimmer’s events by June 8th
• Please declare your swimmers for all our upcoming meets!
  • Save some time, declare now for ALL swim meets! :)
• Picture Day is on 6/10 & 6/18 - Sign Up Required for Team Pic
• Volunteer sign-ups are now open for all dual meets
  • Not sure if you’ve met your family’s obligatory 6 shifts, check
    HERE to find out.

• Team Suits are required to race in Swim Meets - Order Now!
• The Barracuda Team Store is Live! Check out the shirts/hats, get them
  before supplies run out!
• Calling all graduating seniors to apply for the Barracudas College
  Scholarship Award!
• Check out the Athlete Performance Report to review your swimmer’s
  personal best count and points earned
• Check out Barracudas who have qualified for MOC!

MORE DETAILS

Annual Splash Dash Fundraiser:

• Today is the Splash Dash!
• Splash Dash will take place during your regularly scheduled practice time. A portion of the
  workout will be dedicated to the event, while the remaining time will follow the usual training
  schedule. Please refer to the table below for more details
• To support the Barracudas' goals, we encourage each swimmer
  to raise at least $50. Visit our SplashDash page and Donate Now!

Morning Practice:
June 9th marks the beginning of the summer practice schedule and runs
through July 18th. See below for the schedule breakdown and more
information can be found HERE.

Home Swim Meet JRB vs Woodcreek - June 14th
Declare your swimmer for events by Sunday June 8th.

• If you are not declared, you will not be entered in the meet.
• Let the coaches know if you need to leave early when declaring.
• Scratches & leaving early disrupt the meet and take time to re-build
  events, leading to delays on the day of the meet.

Swim Meet Etiquette:
Just some friendly reminders for all swim team participants

• Alcohol consumption is prohibited throughout the duration of the swim
  meet
• Swimmers should display good sportsmanship
• Older swimmers should set a positive example for younger teammates by demonstrating respectful behavior and avoiding inappropriate language
• Cheer on other swimmers and have fun!

Swim Team Sponsors:
Limited Family Sponsorships available!

• If you’re interested in being a Family Sponsor, please sign up here.
• Contact our fundraising chair Amber Sutton to learn more!

Swim Team Pictures:
Picture day(s) coming June 10th & 18th!

• Sign-up required to book your picture time on the JRSC North Side.
• We require all swimmers to get their individual pictures taken since our
  team picture is a composite of the individual pics
• Team suits required for Picture Day (and swim meets). Order here.
• Alternate date of June 5th available at the Ultimate Exposures Studio
  • Contact Brian Patterson for more info.

Water Polo:
Interested in getting some more pool time outside of the swim team? Consider
water polo activities on Sunday. Youth water polo registration is open and will
continue this Sunday 11:15-12:15 with Coach Nick and Coach Nate. For additional
questions, reach out to Breanne Patterson, [email protected]
Take a look at the attached flyer for more information!

Club Policy Reminders:
Please remind your kids to check in at the front desk with membership cards.

• If they do not have a card, they can have one made at the front desk.
• If a care provider or someone else is bringing your child, please remind
  them that they also must sign in at the front desk.

Social Media:
Having fun on deck? We want to know!

• Visit us on social media to follow & share! Facebook & Instagram
  • Show your Barracuda Spirit and tag your pics with #JRSCBarracudas
• Any great photos for our Spirit Wall? Send them to Vanessa
  Spadaro, our Spirit Chair who can print and post them in the hallway!

Clarification on Champs vs Meet of Champs (MOC):
Champs is our final meet & our League Championship. Attendance is required
without an approved Champs Excusal Request Form. It is a 2 Day meet
format against the other 3 teams in our Comstock League.

MOC (Meet of Champions) an optional regional swim meet championship for
swimmers that meet qualifying time standards for their events. Teams from
all over the Sacramento Valley attend MOC, which is typically held the first
weekend in August. More information for both can be found HERE.

Little Cudas - Swim Team Prep Program:
Know any budding swimmers? JRSC has a Swim Team prep program for kids
not quite ready for Barracudas, the Little Cudas!

• Invite anyone interested to visit the Little Cuda program here!
• Contact Breanne Patterson, JRSC Aquatics Director for more information.

See you on the pool deck!
V/r
Priya Motz
Communications, Johnson Ranch Barracudas
[email protected]

Visit our 2025 BARRACUDAS SPONSORS and let them know they are
appreciated! Also be sure to take advantage of the exclusive perks offered
by our sponsors below:

Pete’s Restaurant & Brewhouse:
Pete’s Restaurant & Brewhouse offers a FREE Kid’s meal with a purchase
of an adult meal after swim practices or meets. Just mention the Barracudas!

Wit and Whimsy:
Wit and Whimsy is hosting two exciting Grown-Up Game Nights—one on June
26 and the other on July 24, both at Granite Bay Brewing Company, right next
door to the store! These exclusive, adults-only events are the perfect
opportunity to unwind, enjoy some friendly competition, and connect with
others in a relaxed setting. Space is limited, so be sure to register in advance
either in-store or HERE.

Tighten It Spa:
Did you know daily sunscreen is just as essential as swim practice? Protecting
your skin while cheering on the kids today means fewer wrinkles down the
road. And the team at Tighten It Spa is all about smart skincare—and a little
self-care along the way.

• Visit their website and use the code "Barracudas" at checkout to save
  20% on Colorescience SPF products.
• Don’t forget to follow @tightenitspa on Instagram and Facebook to
  stay updated on local specials, events, and expert skincare tips!