Preparing for the Meet

Parking

• Parking - please don’t move cones blocking spots as they are to reserve space
• Wembly team should park in the grass area or the lower parking lot to accommodate our guest team. DO NOT park on the street. Directions will be sent out before each home meet.

What does my swimmer wear to a meet?

• Wembly Waves have a red and black competition suit. Purchase here :https://virginia-swim-shop.shoplightspeed.com/summer-league-teams/wembly/ or you can purchase from NOVA Swim Shop. Our team also allows swimmers to wear a competitive swimming suit of your choice. Boys should wear a jammer and girls a one-piece athletic style suit. Most swimmers stick to a red or black color.
• Goggles - Swimmers may wear clear or mirror style.

What do swimmers/families bring to meets?

Swimmers:

• Wear your competition suit & sunscreen.

• A camping chair (seats can be limited)

• Bring two pairs of goggles per swimmer (in case one pair breaks or is lost).

• Bring water and snacks/dinnerBring a towel (or two).

• For cold days, bring a sweatshirt to wear between events and clothes to change into before going home.

• Caps are optional.

Families:

• Food and drinks are permitted to be brought into meets. Depending on the home team, snacks/food trucks may be available at meets.
• No alcohol or glass items.
• Bring chairs. Kids like sitting on picnic blankets. Some families rig umbrellas or tents for shade.
• Consider bringing entertainment to pass time while waiting for events (simple card games, electronics with headphones, coloring books, books to read, fidgets or other activities that could be done in a small area).
• Don’t forget your sharpie to mark swimmers. You may also want to mark your arm with your swimmer’s events!