CEO/Head Coach Message
We've got two great racing opportunities on the horizon, and the deadlines are coming up fast.
First, the Pacific Masters LCM Championships in Moraga (July 12, 18–19). This is a perfect chance to sharpen up before Nationals or knock out any events you still want to swim.
Registration deadlines:
Then there's the big one: USMS Summer Nationals in Sacramento. This is the closest Nationals has been to us in years—and probably the closest it will be anytime soon. I'd love to see a strong group of DAM swimmers representing us on home turf.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 13
You can sign up for both now—let's make the most of having this kind of racing right in our backyard.
Check Us Out on TV
Check out Coach Matt and DAM on Good Morning Sacramento talking about our club and our Adult Learn to Swim program!
This Week's Schedule
Don't forget we're on our summer schedule through August 9. The fall schedule begins the week of August 10, 2026.
Summer Schedule Reminders
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No 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM workouts at Civic
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Added 7:00 AM workout on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at Arroyo
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Schaal workouts on Tuesdays and Thursdays at:
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No Arroyo workouts on Tuesdays and Thursdays—go to Schaal!
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No evening Civic workout on Tuesdays and Thursdays—go to Schaal!
Schaal Reminders
Now that we're in our summer schedule, we'll have long course workouts at Schaal.
Workout Times
Please Note
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No equipment at Schaal, so we'll save kicking and pulling sets for Civic and Arroyo.
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We'll focus on longer sets and less sprinting while we're swimming long course.
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Parking is paid—please use the kiosk or parking app.
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UC Davis no longer allows outside groups to use the locker room showers. Bathrooms are available for changing, but showers are not.
We Could Use Your Help!
Please consider helping with setup and cleanup.
Setup
Cleanup
If you're able to lend a hand, we'd really appreciate it!
Join Our Membership Committee
We're forming a Membership Committee to grow our community and highlight what DAM offers: fitness, expert coaching, a welcoming team, competition, and more.
We're looking for 2–3 members to work with Matt on projects including:
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Staffing a booth at the Davis Farmers Market
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Creating team and targeted flyers (such as for UC Davis students and staff)
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Building a new-member packet and buddy system
Interested?
Self-nominate by emailing admin@damfast.org by June 30.
Invitations go out in July, and committee work begins in August.
Thank you for helping shape DAM's future!
USMS Summer National Championships
The 2026 USMS Summer National Championship is coming to Sacramento—August 5–9. This is a rare opportunity to swim a national-level meet without needing a hotel stay, and we'd love to bring a large DAM team.
Date: August 5–9, 2026
Location: Sacramento, CA
Start thinking about your events and let's make some noise at Nationals!
Volunteers Needed
If you're available to help with timing, hospitality, or other volunteer roles, we'd love your help running this meet.
Pacific Masters LCM Championships
This year's Long Course Championships are split across two weekends due to scheduling at Soda Aquatic Center.
Sunday, July 12
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Distance events only
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400 IM
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1500 Free
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800 Free Relay
Saturday–Sunday, July 18–19
Lane Etiquette: Circle Swimming
Whenever there are more than two swimmers in a lane, we circle swim.
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Always stay on the right side of the lane.
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During the first 10 minutes of practice, everyone circle swims while swimmers continue arriving.
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After that, lanes may split or you may swim down the middle if you're alone—but always be prepared for someone to join.
When approaching the wall while circle swimming:
Passing
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Only pass at the wall.
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Never pass in the middle of the lane.
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If someone is on your feet at the wall, move aside and let them pass.
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If you're catching someone, wait until the wall and communicate before going ahead.
A few seconds of patience is much safer than forcing a pass mid-lane.
Byron Philleo Celebration of Life
The DAM community is invited to celebrate the life of DAM swimmer Byron Philleo.
Date: Tuesday, June 23
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: First Baptist Church of Davis
38141 Russell Blvd.
Davis, CA
Please join us in honoring Byron and supporting his family.
Julie Veress Celebration of Life
The DAM community is invited to celebrate the life of Julie Veress.
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: Midday
Location: Ruhstaller
Dixon, CA
The Veress family has long been part of the Davis swimming community, and Julie will be dearly missed. We hope to see a strong DAM presence to honor her memory and support the family.
Competitions
2026 Distance Non-Free Virtual Challenge
2026 Silver State Meet
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Date: June 28, 2026
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Location: Reno, NV
2026 Pacific Masters LCM Championship Meet
2026 USMS Summer National Championship
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Date: August 5–9, 2026
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Location: Sacramento, CA
2026 Donner Lake Open Water Swim
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Date: August 8, 2026
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Location: Donner Lake
2026 Santa Cruz Open Water Weekend
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Date: August 15–16, 2026
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Location: Santa Cruz, CA
2026 Santa Rosa Masters Pentathlon
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Date: August 22, 2026
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Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Workout Rotation
Week of June 22, 2026
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Monday – Sprint
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Tuesday – SCY: Distance | LCM: Distance
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Wednesday – Kick/Pull
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Thursday – SCY: IM | LCM: IM
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Friday – Sprint
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Saturday – Coach's Choice
Week of June 29, 2026
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Monday – Distance
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Tuesday – SCY: Kick/Pull | LCM: Mid Distance
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Wednesday – IM
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Thursday – SCY: Sprint | LCM: Mid Distance
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Friday – Distance
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Saturday – Coach's Choice
DAM Board Meeting
Our next board meeting will be held:
Date: July 8, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Brady Building
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