Communications
The GBSA coaching staff uses several methods to communicate with swimmers and their families.
GBSA GOOGLE GROUP:
Here at GBSA, we're always working to make communication better/easier. With that in mind, we've created a google group to help us communicate more accurately and effectively. To receive notices, updates, etc. via e-mail, all you have to do is subscribe to the group by clicking subscribe now below.
Then, when we send such emails, we use one e-mail address and all e-mail list subscribers receive the e-mail. Families may add more than one e-mail address to the list if desired. Consider adding your work e-mail address to be sure you get timely information wherever you are.
If you cannot receive team e-mails because of a spam filter, you may need to add the team’s e-mail address to your list of allowed sources, or follow your service provider’s tutorial (such as Verizon) for instructions on how to override your spam filter.
REMIND APP:
GBSA also utilizes the Remind App on your smartphone to communicate any last minute changes or updates. Please join the "class" @swimgbs to start receiving these notifications.
THE BOARD:
The big blue team board is located in the lobby just outside the main pool entrance at CCBC Catonsville. On it you’ll find:
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meet notices, entries, and results
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time standards for USA swimming and local meets
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news items of interest from MD Swimming, USA Swimming, and swim magazines
THE BOX:
All passing of paperwork and awards happens through “the box.” Actually there are five boxes which contain a folder for each family, one for Coach Pat, and one for meet entry forms. Completed meet forms should be placed in the MEET ENTRY folder with a check attached, made out to GBSA, for all meets.
The boxes are placed in the lobby before practice begins.
WEBSITES:
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http://www.gbsaswim.org (team-specific information)
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http://www.mdswim.org (meet notices and results, state championship information, etc.)
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http://www.usaswimming.org (national resources, track your swimmer’s performances, etc.
E-MAIL:
Coach Patrick: swimgbsa@verizon.net
PHONE:
Coach Patrick: 410.241.9292.
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