Hello Bolt Families,

Registration is officially closed — this will be our biggest team yet, and it’s shaping up to be an even bigger summer!

We’re just one week away from our Bolts Bash Kickoff Party, and we can’t wait to start the 2026 season together. See below for everything you need to know!

Bolts Bash Kickoff Party

Sunday, May 3
3:00–5:00 PM
Botany Woods Pool

Please let us know by Wednesday if you can attend so we can plan for food, supplies, and fun.

RSVP Here

We could also use a few extra helping hands to make the event run smoothly.

Volunteer Sign-Up Here

What to Expect
A fun afternoon full of Bolt spirit:

• Ice cream sundae bar
• Meet the coaches
• Bolt Buddy reveal
• Team games
• Raffle prizes
• Creation station

Raffle
Back by popular demand:

• VIP parking at meets
• VIP shaded seating at home meets
• (2) No volunteer commitments for the season

We’ll open a pre-sale a few days prior, and tickets will also be available at the event.

Winners will be drawn on Sunday, and you do not need to be present to win.

Creation Station: Tie-Dye Bar
Bring your own item to customize in team style! Ideas: white t-shirt, old Bolts shirt, blank tote bag.

We’ll also have supplies for team bandanas and picture frame decorating. Just bring your tie-dye item!

Summer Fun Preview
We’re making sure this season is full of fun both in and out of the pool. We’re bringing back old favorites and adding new ones too:

• Swimmer/Parent Golf Tournament
• Skate Night
• Carowinds
• Topgolf
• Monday Night Dinners
• and more!

You can preview our calendar here.

Looking Ahead
Practices begin May 11, and our weekly Sunday Bolts Brief updates will begin then.

Until then, we’ll see you at the Bash!

Go Bolts ⚡💙
Botany Woods Swim Team Board