Northwood News ♦ October 2002

Seahawks Undefeated in 2002

By Pat Cochran

The Forest Knolls Pool sponsored swim team, the Seahawks, held a potluck-style supper at the pool on July 28 to celebrate the team’s undefeated 2002 season and their division championship.

The Seahawks “A” team participated in and won five swim meets sponsored by The Montgomery County Swim League.  Seventy-six teams — with swimmers ranging in age from five to 18 — participate in 15 divisions.  Swimmers enter events including free-style, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and a variety of relays.  Swimmers are awarded points based on their finish.

The Seahawks dinner was capped by a presentation of awards to the victorious swimmers.  Coach Kelly Jacobs, a freshman at James Madison University in Virginia, presented trophies and recounted stories about each swimmer.  She also pointed out that hard work by the entire team, and her assistant, Sam Danus, were the key elements in the undefeated season.

Len Marinaccio, Seahawks team rep, said, “The swim team is possible only through the continued support and encouragement of the families who donate their time to both the team meets and the numerous social events of the team.”

Matthew Frawley, Vice President of Forest Knolls Pool, said, “We are very proud of the Seahawks.  The swimmers learn a lot from swim team.  They learn about teamwork, loyalty, and the value of competition.”

Forest Knolls Pool, located on Foxglove Lane, is a community pool that welcomes new members and new swimmers to the swim team.   ■