Sunday, November 12, 2006

Touring Europe One Pool At A Time

Swim season is in full swim with the boys both practicing 3 days a week, and competing in meets just about every weekend. Sean has added two mornings a week to his practice schedule as well, so he's getting a lot of time in the water.

So far, they are giving the competition a run for their money, as both have already qualified for the European Forces Swim League champs in several events. Although small, their team has a lot of spirit and good coaching. The head coach was on the Polish Olympic swim team and another coach is active duty Air Force, but swam competitively all the way through college.

We'll keep you posted on their progress and travels, as divisionals are in Berlin and champs in Munich...both great sightseeing venues as well.

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Getting ready for some cheers before a meet in Brussels, Belgium.

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Coach Ortega giving some last minute instructions.

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Sean cheering on his teammate during a mixed relay.

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High fives all around.

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Will, his usual very-focused self, before his event.

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Not the greatest start, but he made up for it in the water.

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Sean and dad reviewing his backstroke turn....a DQ in this league....oops.

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Sean and his teammate, Chris, ready to cheer at the end of their teammate's lane.

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Maryn...all tuckered out after vigorous cheering for her brothers. She's a real trooper, because she keeps a smile on her face as we drag her to every meet.

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