Hello Eagles,

Well, last Monday the QL Eagles claimed another victory over the Kingspoint Dolphins, (292-193).....Keep soaring Eagles! We also kicked off Birdie Buddies and are looking forward to the Swim-A-Thon which is July 16th! 

This weekly update from the Eagles Nest is a bit longer but has necessary info! Hang in there. :)

Eagles Snap Shot:

• HOME SWIM MEET vs. Williamsburg Community Pool Manta Rays
• T-Shirt Order - Last Call
• Summer Awards
• Swim-A-Thon 2024
• Other news

DETAILS for Monday’s HOME swim meet:

Who: Queens Lake Eagles vs. Williamsburg Community Pool Manta Rays

Where: Eagles Nest QL Pool

Arrival Time: 4:45 pm / warm up for QL Eagles will be 5:00 pm

Theme: Hawaiian Luau

Birdie Buddies: Birdie Buddies going strong! Lots of smiles and fun watching buddies exchange gift bags! Make those crafts and cards and be sure you cheer on your Birdie Buddie as they race tomorrow!

Concessions: The Concessions Crew have been shopping and preparing for Monday's meet. They are in need of a few items. Please respond to the email if you are able to help! Thank you in advance.

Needs for tomorrow's meet:

• 2 whole watermelons cut up and put 2 slices/ zip lock bag
• baked goods (homemade or store bought) 2 items/ zip lock bag

Items swimmers need to bring: Swimsuit or jammers, goggles (extra pair if you have them),swim cap, dry towel for each event, healthy snacks, water bottle/ gatorade, warm clothing (wet swimmers can get chilly when the sun goes down), maybe a few fun card games or blanket games. Coach Sandi has asked for no running or playing with balls and swimmers are not allowed on the playground area. All swimmers are requested to stay in the team area so they can be easily found for their events and cheer on their teammates. Please always have water bottles at practice and at the swim meets. Stay hydrated and out of the heat on meet day.

Volunteering: Again thank you awesome QL Parents for filling roles! At least 1 parent from each family is requested to volunteer at the meet. Check in with our Meet Volunteer Coordinator, to get your name tag. Please sign up ASAP on the VOLUNTEER HERE MEET SIGN UP, if you have not done so already.

(*ATTN: Meet Set Up crew please arrive no later than 4:15.)

New 50/50 Raffle: Get your tickets for a chance to win at the 50/50 raffle! Tickets can be purchased at the concession stand and QL swimmers will be walking around with tickets as well.  Pricing: $1.00/ 1 ticket ; $5.00/ 6 tickets

Weather Watch: Weather is always being monitored and meet directors will keep the safety of swimmers as a priority.

Last Call for Eagles 60th Anniversary T-Shirt:

Final call for T-shirt orders. Orders will close July 10th! Please fill out the google from to order: TEAM SHIRT ORDER FORM

QL car magnets are still available for $5.00. Silicone caps: $15 each or two caps for $25.

Please note: If you have not received your FREE latex QL Eagles cap you may get your cap tomorrow at the meet.

SUMMER AWARDS:

Mark your calendars! QL is hosting the Summer Awards Meet this year JULY 27, 2024!

All the VPSU teams will be in attendance for the Summer Awards meet and any swimmers from the peninsula that have not qualified will have a final chance to swim and get a Champs time. You will see some fast swimming! Please sign up to help welcome our neighboring pools! This meet will need "All Hands on Deck."

Pre-orders for the 2024 Summer Awards t-shirts. Adult and Youth sizes available. Place your orders here before July 9th: Order Summer Awards T-shirt

SWIM-A-THON 2024

The swim-a-thon is fast approaching, Tuesday July 16th! The Swim-a-thon crew is rolling and excited to make it a fun time for all Eagles!

This week each family will pick up their swim-a-thon packet from Mary Clare Sabol or at the lifeguard check-in table. Find your family name and start getting sponsors! (Pledge from also attached below) It will be a fun day of music, swimming, pancake breakfast and prizes! Collect your donations from family and friends and make a payment by check or use our donation link, DONATE HERE.

OTHER NEWS:

1. From Coach Sandi: Please be sure your swimmer brings a water bottle to each practice.
2. Volunteer for the Snack Shack so we can keep it open on weekends! It is having great success. Please sign up HERE !
3. AWAY swim meet coming up Monday, July 15th vs Edgehill Eels! Please RSVP your swimmer and volunteer on the MEET SIGNUP.

Swim Fast Eagles!