Visiting Great Grandpa

Space needle expedition

For Bev

Because you didn't go to Seattle with me...and because you don't see "what's the big deal"...I thought I'd show you how I see it.

NW Sectionals

Federal Way, WA has an amazing swim facility.


Swimmers going through their morning warm-up routines. This facility has three pools, back-to-back. My son, warming up to race...

Alone on the swim deck, he tries to gather his thoughts. So much of the race is mental. This is the hardest part for him.Adjusting to the new surrounding is a large part of this experience.

This is where the coaching makes all of the difference.

Discussing stream-lining. Every movement is analyzed in great detail to increase speed and minimize water resistance.

Last minute instructions from Coach.

Sizing up the competition. My son felt that the back-boards on the starting blocks threw off his starts. Some kids really liked them, but he was not used to the feel of them on his back foot.

Focus, stamina, and true grit. My son on the blocks, ready to swim. Go, Baby, go!

Debriefing with Dad after the race. We're so proud of you!