10/16/2026
A Note from the President:
Hello, Dolphin Families!
Short Course season is just around the corner, and I wanted to share a few updates from behind the scenes, celebrate some exciting progress, and ask for your help as we prepare for another great season!
Celebrating Our Coaches:
Coach Lexi is approaching her six-month anniversary with the Dolphins, and I couldn’t be more grateful for all the hard work and dedication she has brought to our program. She has provided consistency, kept our swimmers’ needs at the forefront, and continued to focus on building a strong foundation for our club’s future success. We are fortunate to have her leading the way!
Home Meets Are Back!
For those of you who have been with the Dolphins for years, I know this news will be especially exciting: HOME SWIM MEETS ARE RETURNING THIS SEASON!
We are thrilled to welcome home meets back to our pool! This would not be possible without the generosity of Dan Porter and DYAI, the dedication of our returning and new officials, and the continued support of WRCC. We are incredibly thankful to everyone who has helped make this happen.
Home meet dates are posted on our website, so be sure to check them out!
How You Can Help?
While we have a lot to celebrate, there is always more work to be done. As a club sport, the Dolphins depend on the time, talents, and generosity of our families and community. We have a few key needs right now, and we would love your help!
1. Coaches — Our Biggest Need!
Parents, we hear you! We know that a lower swimmer-to-coach ratio is important to you, and it is just as important to us. This is especially true in our Developmental Groups, where we have full classes and a waiting list of swimmers eager to join.
Our biggest priority is finding a second coach to work alongside Coach Hannah. Having another coach would allow us to provide these young swimmers with more individualized instruction, additional repetition in the water, and the support they need to build confidence and develop their skills.
If you or someone you know is interested in coaching, please contact Coach Lexi as soon as possible. We welcome interested candidates ages 16 and older. We are also looking for additional coaches throughout the program, but our greatest need right now is with our youngest swimmers.
2. Officials — Help Us Bring Meets Home!
We have made great progress in growing our team of officials, but we still need additional help to host home meets without relying on officials from other clubs.
Our goal is to recruit four more officials, with a particular need for a Head Referee and a Starter.
Becoming an official requires some time and training, but DDST covers the cost of training, and officials receive compensation from the club for their service. It is a wonderful way to support our swimmers, get involved, and help make home meets possible.
If you are interested in becoming an official, please reach out to me. We would love to have you on the team!
3. Sponsorships and Storage — Investing in Our Future
We are also entering our fundraising season and actively seeking sponsors to help offset the cost of swimming for our families. Every sponsorship and donation makes a difference in helping keep our program accessible and supporting our swimmers.
In addition to traditional monetary donations, we are looking for help acquiring a 10' x 10' or 12' x 12' storage shed to be placed on WRCC grounds, pending their approval. We are quickly outgrowing our current office space, and additional storage would help us better manage our equipment and supplies.
If you have connections to a potential sponsor, know of a shed that may be available, or have other ideas that could help, please reach out to Coach Lexi or me. We appreciate every lead and every offer of support!
Thank You, Dolphin Families!
Our club is strongest when we all work together. Whether you volunteer your time, become an official, help us find a coach, connect us with a sponsor, or simply spread the word, every contribution helps our Dolphins succeed.
Thank you for continuing to support our swimmers, coaches, and club. I look forward to seeing everyone at our Parent Meeting on November 2 as we kick off the season together!
Go Dolphins!
Jess Maloney
DDST Board President
