I was reading the Western Australia's e-newsletter. They give all 12yr olds and under a backpack whenthe kid joins a team. It had soemstuff in it. This woudl be a great way to encourage kids here in the states. Has USMS or USA Swimmign ever done anyhting like this?
I know here it is really hard to get kids to stay through the season. ASlso, as soon as the Y's basketball season starts, many leave. It is weird becasue the Y runs both programs. Therefore, they don't lose out.
Craig,
all the age group teams I see in the Chicago 'burbs have team T-shirts - even the summer league teams. Some have team Towels and backpacks as well. They also give out the participation ribbons to everyone that enters an event at a meet. Doesn't this count?
Someone has to pay for this things. Usually shirts are part of team dues and parents buy the bag,etc. Are you willing to kick-in $20 more on your USMS fees so all age groupers get a free back-pack?
Craig,
all the age group teams I see in the Chicago 'burbs have team T-shirts - even the summer league teams. Some have team Towels and backpacks as well. They also give out the participation ribbons to everyone that enters an event at a meet. Doesn't this count?
Someone has to pay for this things. Usually shirts are part of team dues and parents buy the bag,etc. Are you willing to kick-in $20 more on your USMS fees so all age groupers get a free back-pack?
