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Communication/FAQs

Website: This website will always have the most up to date information and should be recognized as the primary source for all things Highcroft Hurricanes related. Heat sheets, meet results and volunteer sign ups can be found here.

Swimtopia has a free mobile swim team app (available on the App Store and Google Play Store) puts all your family’s SwimTopia information in your pocket.

e-Mail Communication: see Coach and other team email reminders from [email protected].

Remind: Weather delays/cancellations will be communicated through mobile alerts via Remind. Subscribe to by texting @hhswim2023 to 81010/

FAQs

Q: Where do I find my child's Swim Number?

A: Prior to the first meet, we will publish a roster with each swimmer and their number.

Q: Do you have Team By-Laws?

A: They are found here.

Q: Is it too late to register?

A: No, it is not too late! Swimmers can be registered at anytime during the season.

Please visit the Registration Page for more information.

Q: How are the swimmers separated?

A: Boys race against boys, girls race against girls. The age groups are:
6 and under, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, 15-18.

Q: Who can race on the Hurricanes?

A: Any child 18 years old or younger by June 1, 2023 and is a resident of Highcroft is eligible.

Q: How do I let the coaches know whether I will be attending a meet or not

A: Prior to a meet you will receive an email to RSVP through the team Swimtopia website. If you discover on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday that you can not go, email the coach. If you discover on the day of the meet (Tuesday) that you can not go, notify the Coach and the Chair at [email protected].

Q: Do you offer swim lessons?

A: We do not. However, our coaches may offer private swim lessons. You can talk to them at the pool or get their email information on our Coaches Page.

There are numerous spring clinics offered by local swim organizations:

Streamline Swim School (Kristen Georges):
Streamline also offers private lessons and track-out clinics, camps, and lessons

Cary YMCA - The Y offers the following swim programs:

  • Swim lessons, private & group (weekdays)
  • Junior Competitor (weekdays) -
  • YOTA Stroke School Year round swim team

RSA
RSA in May spring swim clinics
Year round swim team

Q: Do you have a swim test?

A: We have a minimum swim requirement to ensure the safety of all of our swimmers. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards (the full length of the pool) unassisted to participate on the swim team.

If you have registered a child and he/she does not pass the safety screening and is unable to participate on the team, you will receive a full refund of your registration fees.

Q: Do you still practice if it is raining?

A: Yes. We only stop if it thunders. If it thunders we wait 20 minutes and then resume practicing.

We will be using Remind.com mobile text alerts to send real-time updates on pool closings, location updates and postponements/cancellations of swim meets due to weather. Subscribe to by texting @hhswim2023 to 81010

Please note, your phone plans text messaging rates will apply.

Q: Where is the best place to get up to the minute news about the Hurricanes?

A: This website is the best place to stay up-to-date.

Q: Is there a Parent Handbook?

A: No. All information you need should be posted on this website. If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact one of our Board Members. You are also encouraged to attend our pre-season Parent Meeting at our Kickoff Party for additional information.

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Charlotte Rose Head Coach

Hi everyone! I’m Coach Charlotte and can’t wait to be the head coach of the Highcroft Hurricanes again. This is my second summer as head coach and my 6th summer coaching. I swam competitively all throughout highschool and have been on the Hurricanes for 15 years! I’m currently a sophomore at Ole Miss majoring in accounting! I love the Hurricane spirit and can’t wait for an amazing spirited summer. My phone number is (919) 985-3348 and my email is [email protected] please contact me if you have any questions! Can’t wait to see y’all at the pool!

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Ian Lisi Assistant Coach

Hello Hurricanes! My name is Ian Lisi and I am the assistant coach at Highcroft. I will be graduating high school this year and attending Virginia Tech in the fall. I have been swimming for about 9 years and this will be my last time swimming with the team. Can't wait to see all the spirit this season and hope we can win some meets. Go Hurricanes!

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Juyoung Park Junior Coach

Hi guys! My name is Juyoung Park and I am super excited to be coaching again for the 2023 season. Currently, I am a rising senior at Green Level High School where I am also part of the Swim and Dive Team! This will be my 11th year on HHST and my 4th season as a coach. I am looking forward to seeing everyone again this summer!

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Victoria Plant Junior Coach

Hi Hurricanes, my name is Victoria Plant and I am a senior at Green Level High School. This fall, I will be going to UNC Chapel Hill and I will be majoring in Environmental Studies! I have been swimming for 8 years and this will be my 4th year coaching for HHST. I also swim year round at RSA, and when I’m not swimming, you can find me baking or working on environmental projects. I’m looking forward to having lots of fun this summer! See you at the pool!

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Kaitlyn Eklund Junior Coach

My name is Kaitlyn Eklund and I could not be more excited for my fourth year of coaching at HHST and my 11th year of swimming for the team! I am currently a junior at Green Level High School and am 17 years old. I swam year-round for 6 years and swam on my high school swim team this past year. Outside of swimming, I like to play/coach beach volleyball, hang out with friends, and travel. I am looking forward to another awesome swim season and can't wait to meet all of our 2023 swimmers soon!

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Alyssa Eklund Junior Coach

Hello everyone, My name is Alyssa Eklund. I am a rising sophomore at Green Level High School. So excited to start yet another great year with the Hurricanes!! I have been swimming for more than 10 years now, and I can’t wait to use my skills to help you all in the water. Looking forward to a great season that is almost here!! Go Hurricanes!!

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Jenna Pullen Junior Coach

Hey Hurricanes! I'm Coach Jenna, and I'm super excited to swim with you this year! I've been swimming for HHST since I was 3 years old, and I am now 17! My favorite memory from this team is hearing everybody cheer on the sides of the pool for the freestyle relays at home meets. I'm looking forward to a spirited season and great swimming!

I am currently finishing my senior year in high school at Cary Academy, where I've been swimming for the past 6 years, and I am planning to attend Johns Hopkins University in the fall. 

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