Good Afternoon, Team!

We hope everyone is having a great school year! Below are a few important updates as we head into the upcoming Lincoln Lightning season.

Returning Swimmer Registration
Registration for returning swimmers will open Wednesday, February 4 at 8:00 a.m.
Register online at: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/lincoln-ca/catalog

If your child plans to swim this season, they must be registered by April 1 to avoid attending tryouts.

• Age Groups: Swimmers will be placed in the age group based on their age as of June 1, 2025.
• Birth Certificates: A copy of your child’s birth certificate is required by April 1 to verify age (league requirement).
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Or bring a copy to the Community Center front office (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
• Fees: $275 per swimmer | Sibling discount: $225
• Season Dates: April 27 – July 31
• Additional Information (practice times, meet schedules, etc.): https://lincoln.swimtopia.com/

Parent Information Night
Interested in swimming this summer but have questions about the upcoming changes? Join us for a presentation and Q&A.

📅 Wednesday, February 25
🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 McBean Park Pavilion

Lincoln Lightning Parent Committee Meeting
Our next meeting will be held:

📅 Wednesday, February 4
🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 Lincoln Community Center

We are still seeking volunteers to fill several key roles for the upcoming season, including:

• Meet Computer Operations- need 1-2 more people
• Swim Suits & Apparel- one more
• Fundraising & Sponsorships- one more
• Social- 1-2 people

We are putting multiple people in most roles to alleviate too much pressure on one person. If you are interested in volunteering, please email me. 

We’re Hiring Coaches!
Know someone who may be interested in coaching this season? Have them apply for the Assistant Pool Manager position at:
https://www.calopps.org/city-of-lincoln

Applicants may also contact me directly at [email protected].

Competitive Swim Clinics
We still have openings in our March and April Saturday Competitive Swim Clinics.
Register here: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/lincoln-ca/catalog

Please feel free to reach out with any questions. We look forward to another great season with Lincoln Lightning!

Megan Henry

Recreation Coordinator

City of Lincoln