Bidding Now Open for the 2017 GRIN State Meet

Greater Indiana Masters Swimming (GRIN) is soliciting bids for the 2017 GRIN State Championship Meet. Even if your program does not have the desire or facility to host the Championship meet, we encourage you to reach out to local age group and high school swim programs, colleges, and YMCA’s to let them know about this opportunity. Interested parties should download the Bid Application Packet for pertinent details and the application form. All bids (and any supporting documentation) must be submitted to the GRIN Chair, Lisa Brown, by October 1. The winning bid will be selected on or about November 1.

The 2016 GRIN State Meet was a tremendous success and we are looking forward to working with next year’s host. Please contact either Lisa Brown or Karen Gernert with any questions.

Can You “Swim a Tri”?

Summer is upon us and triathlon season is kicking in to high gear. While some of us compete in triathlons, many of us watch and wonder just how far they race. Here is your chance to find out! Greater Indiana Masters Swimming is proud to announce our first “Swim a Tri” Postal Challenge. This is a chance for swimmers from all over the state to challenge themselves to “Swim a Tri” while competing against swimmers from other programs – no biking or running required! Just pick your distance (Sprint, Olympic, Half, or Full) and log your swim yardage over the summer. Will you try to “Swim a Tri”?

Postal Challenge Options:
Participants in the 2016 “Swim a Tri” Postal Challenge can choose from ONE of the following distances.

* Sprint Triathlon – 16 miles x 1,760 yards/mile = 28,160 total yards (2,347 yards/week)
* Olympic Triathlon – 31.93 miles x 1,760 yards/mile = 56,197 total yards (4,683 yards/week)
* Half Triathlon – 70.3 miles x 1,760 yards/mile = 123,728 total yards (10,310 yards/week)
* Full Triathlon – 140.6 miles x 1,760 yards/mile = 247,456 total yards (20,621 yards/ week)

Directions:
Upon entering the Challenge, you will be emailed a Swim Log to track your yardage. All swim yardage between June 1 – August 31 counts – pool or open water – and equipment IS allowed. Just track your yardage and return your completed tracking log and entry form to Karen Gernert by September 10, 2016.

Entry Fees:
The Postal Challenge is open to all registered USMS swimmers. Entries are FREE for GRIN members; $10 for USMS members outside the GRIN LMSC. Checks in US Funds should be payable to Greater Indiana Masters Swimming and included with your completed entry submission. All fees are non-refundable.

Results:
Participants will compete in USMS age group categories: 18-24, 25-29, 30-34,…, 95-99, 100+. Age will be determined by the swimmer’s age on August 31, 2016. Results will be determined by the order of finish. The person that completes their distance and submits their complete entry & tracking log FIRST will win the event. However, mileage submitted CANNOT BE higher than the average for the next higher distance category. Results will be posted on the GRIN website.

Will you try to “Swim a Tri” this summer? Email your entry to Karen Gernert today!

What a State Meet!

This year’s championship meet was held on May 7 – 8 at the Vigo County School Corporation Aquatic Center in Terre Haute.  Over two days of racing, new friends were made and old acquaintances renewed.  And, with 105 swimmers in attendance ranging in age from 18 to 83, the meet promised fierce competition, an amazing venue, and fast water – and the competitors certainly delivered! Congratulations go out to Indy Aquatic Masters and the Noblesville Adult Swim for winning the Large Team and Small Team Divisions at the 2016 GRIN Short Course State Championships respectively!

All told, there were 26 new GRIN State Records set during the 2-day event. New record holders include: Mark Ahonen (M 50-54 – 25 Fly and 25 Breast), Barbara Bolda (W 50-54 – 25 Breast), Meg Carlson (W 30-34 – 25 Breast), Rick Chamberlain (M 60-64 – 25 Fly), Brian Cummings (M 55-59 – 25 Fly), Joseph Frey (M 18-24 – 25 Back), Cheryl Gettelfinger (W 55-59 – 25 Breast), Steve Julian (M 50-54 – 25 Back), Ed Keefe (M 75-79 – 25 Back), Tracy Knight (W 40-44 – 25 Breast), Ginny Kubek (W 65-69 – 25 Fly),  Denny Mattingly (M 60-64 – 25 Breast), George Quigley (M 75-79 – 25 Fly and 25 Breast), Julie Radtke (W 40-44 – 25 Free)¸ Matthew Schulstad (M 18-24 – 25 Fly), Dick Smith (M 70-74 – 1650 Free), Erica Smith (W 25-29 – 50 Fly, 100 Fly, 100 Free, and 100 IM), Haley Tisdale (W 18-24 – 25 Fly), Kendrick Vester (M 18-24 – 25 Free), and Bruce Young (M 55-59 – 25 Free).

GRIN relays were also highly competitive. Setting a new GRIN record for the Mixed 25+ 800 Free Relay  were Charlie Geist, Kari Peglar, Stephen Rouch, and Erica Smith with Indy Aquatic Masters.

In addition to new State records and a multitude of personal best swims, GRIN also had a number of swimmers making their competitive Masters debut. Check out the full 2016 State results and congratulations to all of our swimmers – from our novice to our seasoned competitors. This was a great State Meet! We look forward to seeing you all next year.

GRIN Board Meeting on Tuesday, June 14

There will be a GRIN Board meeting via conference call on Tuesday, June 14, from 7:00 – 8:00p. All GRIN members are invited to call in. The main topic of discussion will be the approval of the GRIN Policy Handbook, as well as any new business.

Conference Call Details:
Members calling in for the meeting should use the following:

• Toll Number: (701) 801-1220
• Meeting ID: 947-708-061

Good Luck at State!

Good luck to all those heading to the GRIN State Meet in Terre Haute this weekend. Get ready for some fast water in an amazing facility. With over 100 swimmers in attendance, this will be a great time to catch up with old friends and make new friends.

Be sure to check out the revised Psych Sheet, Heat Sheet, and Tentative Meet Timeline. If there are any questions, please let Karen know. Swim fast and have fun!

Three Weeks Until State!

The 2016 GRIN Short Course State Championships are just THREE WEEKS AWAY! Taking place from May 7 – 8, the championship will be contested at the VCSC Aquatic Center (2230 Prairieton Road, Terre Haute, IN 47802). Their brand new facility features a 10-lane, 50-meter competition pool and spacious locker rooms. This year’s meet will feature our typical events PLUS the 4 x 200 Free Relay! If you are planning to stay overnight, book your hotels quickly. It is graduation weekend in Terre Haute and rooms are filling quickly.

Remember, the state meet is FREE to all GRIN members and there are no qualifying times, so be sure to register today! We hope to see you all in Terre Haute!

GRIN’s Annual Meeting is Set

GRIN’s Annual Meeting will take place on Saturday, May 7, during the 2016 GRIN Short Course State Championships at the VCSC Aquatic Center. The Annual Meeting will be held at the conclusion of the 200 Fly (Events #15 & 16). Topics include the Chair and Treasurer reports, the introduction of new Board Members, and the announcement of our annual award winners. Hope to see you all there.

Meeting Location:
VCSC Aquatic Center
2230 Prairieton Road
Terre Haute, IN 47802

If you have any questions, please contact GRIN Secretary, Karen Gernert.