Why the Dive is a Race's Most Important Part By Mike Gustafson//Contributor The other day, I was venturing down a rabbit hole of online video-watching and witnessed Caeleb Dressel’s incredible 17.63 50-yard freestyle. If you haven’t seen it, I’ll describe it: Dressel dives in, emerges well beyond the rest of the field — and the race was over by the flip. Like first impressions in everyday life, the first moments of a race are critically important — not necessarily because they will completely win the race alone (unless you’re Caeleb...

Heat Sheets, Seating Assignments Available for CYC Meet   the Carlouel Yacht Club Swim Team has releasd the Heat Sheets and Team Seating Assignments for this weekend's Dick Smith Invitational, at the Long Center, In Clearwater.  Be sure to check out the competition and download your Heat Sheets prior to going to the meet. they may be available at the meet, but at a premium price.   Click Here   to go to the Event Page to download your Heat Sheets and more.  

  Backstroke Start Teaching Protocol and Certification Effective May 1, 2018 In 2018, the Operational Risk Committee’s recommendations for Backstroke Start Teaching Protocol and Certification were adopted. The recommendations took care to keep this process as streamlined as possible for coaches. This new certification is now combined with the Forward Start Certification adopted in 2009. The new requirement (Backstroke Start certification) is to be effective on May 1, 2018. ​Learn Protocol Here  

The Silent Tragedy Affecting Today’s Children By Victoria Prooday, Occupational Therapist, yourot.com, April 2018     There is a silent tragedy developing right now, in our homes, and it concerns our most precious jewels - our children. Through my work with hundreds of children and families as an occupational therapist, I have witnessed this tragedy unfolding right in front of my eyes. Our children are in a devastating emotional state! Talk to teachers and professionals who have been working in the field for the last 15 years. You will hear...

CYC Psych Sheet, Timelines Posted   Host Carlouel Yacht Club has posted the Estimated Timelines and Psych Sheets for this weekend's Dick Smith Invitational, being held at the Long Center, in Clearwater.   Click Here   to go to the Event Page and download the information.  

USADA Update:   Resources: USADA's Athlete Handbook is your guide to the prohibited list, therapeutic use exemptions, and other information. Download your copy today!   #cleansport   Supplements: Current laws are not equipped to deal with the distribution of unsafe dietary #supplements on the internet. REALIZE these safety issues exist  to protect yourself.

Kids and Carbonation: Is Sparkling Water Good for Youth Athletes? By TrueSport, April 2018   Many kids love carbonated soft drinks, but parents of young athletes often wonder how carbonated drinks affect their kids’ health and performance. So, before your child cracks open their next La Croix, let’s take a look at what’s inside.   Sparkling Water vs. Soda   The most important distinction to make is between sparkling water and sugary soda. Sparkling water, like La Croix and others, is just carbonated water with flavor added. Sodas, like Coca-Cola,...

CVST Summer Practice Schedule Begins June 5 All Practice Groups should refer to their Practice Group Calendars in the Drop Down Menu above for changes and modifications tothis schedule.   Click Here to download a printable copy of this Flyer.  

CCC - 5K Beer Run & BBQ   Hey CVST Families, Come on out and join us for a run, jog or walk and have some food and fun with some friends!  

CVST's Hasara Selected to Florida Swimming Zone All-Star Team   CVST's Sophia "Bubbles" Hasara has been selected by Florida Swimming, Inc., to their 2018 Florida Swimming Zone All-Star Team.  As one of the eight, 15-18 year old girls selected, she will represent Florida Swimming against 14 other States (LSC's), in Midland, Texas, July 1st - August 4th.  See the complete list of 15-18 year old swimmers selected to the Team here .   Congratulations Sophie, good luck and represent us well!!!