On Friday, October 11th, 2002, Pacific Masters reached a milestone by registering it 10,000th member for the year. Michele Heinz of the Santa Clara Swim Club was the 10,000 registered member this year.
Pacific Masters, the largest regional orgization of United States Mastes Swimming, became the first LMSC to hit the five digit number. Last year Pac Masters was within striking distance of the magic number at year end but finished with 9700 registered swimmers.
Pacific has enjoyed ten years of sustained growth, increasing the membership by about 500 swimmers a year.
"This is really a tribute to the coaches, meet directors and all the volunteers who have worked tirelessly for the athletes" said Chairman Michael Moore. "With the continued support of these volunteers and the emphasis now being placed on physical fitness, I am sure we will continue grow.
Michael,
Good job! You've just given me another reason to consider the Pacific Northwest as a place to settle after I get done with this Navy JAGC gig.
I know that USMS and the New England region have implemented comprehensive plans to increase membership. How did you folks reach the 10,000 mark? How has this changed your regional organization or the "masters experience" at the local level? Any lessons learned for the rest of us?
Matt
Michael,
Good job! You've just given me another reason to consider the Pacific Northwest as a place to settle after I get done with this Navy JAGC gig.
I know that USMS and the New England region have implemented comprehensive plans to increase membership. How did you folks reach the 10,000 mark? How has this changed your regional organization or the "masters experience" at the local level? Any lessons learned for the rest of us?
Matt
