It amazes me that we are only fourteen days away from our conference meet. Two weeks from today the team will be diving in completely rested and ready to go! Wow... I'm guessing being a first year father had something to do with this... but man!, I can't believe it.

This season has been an interesting one, full of hard work, dedication, and tons of great memories. The guys are coming to practice now happy and excited. The atmosphere is completely different than just one week ago. I'll tell you what, coaching takes on whole new approach. No longer do coaches need to encourage swimmers to do more and do it better.. now it's time to just sit back and watch the team take over.

I sold them the Ferrari, and now they are learning how to drive it. You know?

Well I know, and the team knows, and they know that I know, so we are going to be OK.

Saturday marks our last home swim meet of the year, and it will be a very special one forour three seniors. Not only will this be their final dual meet with the team, but it signifies the beginning of the final stage of their swimming career. Further, this is the first class to make it through all four years with me, so they are an extremely special group. When they look back on their career Saturday, I know they will feel proud of what they have accomplished, how much they improved, and of all the great times. For me though, I'll be lost in gratitude for the legacy they leave this team, and for what they have done for this program. Which reminds me of an Albert Pike quote...

"What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for other remains, and is, immortal."

Manker, Bly, and Wells... Thank you, and remember, you have the power to be immortal.

- Coach