2026 Fall Tryouts

CALLING ALL PROSPECTIVE SWIMMERS!!

Happy September! We hope you all had a great summer and are ready to get back into the swing of things, or ready to start your journey at UMass! A new semester starting next week also means..... TRYOUTS are right around the corner!!!!! Here's everything you need to know:

First, we will be set up at the club sports expo happening on Tuesday, September 8th, from 4-7 pm (FIRST DAY OF CLASSES!!) on the Recreational Turf Fields. Stop by and find our table anytime! This is a great opportunity to meet our Executive Board and some other members of our team.

Next, we encourage all prospective swimmers to attend our information session on Saturday, September 12th, at 1:00 p.m. in the Cape Cod Lounge, located in the Student Union.  We are looking forward to meeting everyone, answering questions about the team, and explaining the ins and outs of the UMCS tryout process. The meeting will include information about our daily practices, team bonding activities, and meets, as well as give attendees the chance to meet our Eboard.

Next, tryouts will be held the following week from Monday, September 14th - Thursday, September 17th, in Boyden Gymnasium Pool. Each day of tryouts is different, so pay close attention to the schedule below:

Days 1 & 2:

• The first two days of tryouts will include an introduction to the E-Board, icebreakers, and a simulated practice. We have split this into two days due to high interest in the club. You should only attend one of these nights, depending on the first letter of your last name. This will give us a better opportunity to get to know each of you during this process.

Monday, September 14th: 6:30-8:00 pm -- LAST NAMES A-M ONLY

Tuesday, September 15th: 8:30-10:00 pm -- LAST NAMES N-Z ONLY

Day 3:

• 6:30 - 8:00 pm

• The third day of tryouts is reserved for time trials for ALL prospective swimmers. After checking in, swimmers will have 15 minutes to warm up before racing begins.

• Racing on day 3 will consist of 2 individual events:

  • 50 yd Freestyle

  • 50 yd Choice Stroke

Day 4:

• 8:30 - 10:00 pm

• The fourth day of tryouts is ALSO reserved for time trials for ALL prospective swimmers. After checking in, swimmers will have 15 minutes to warm up before racing begins.

• Racing on day 4 will consist of 1 individual event:

  • 100 I.M

Note: Specific events raced each night are subject to change.

Swimmer ability, attitude, and attendance on all days of tryouts will be considered by E-Board when making cuts. Swimmers can expect to hear back about making the team by Friday morning and are encouraged to attend team bonding that evening. If you are unable to make it to any of the tryout days, please reach out to us through our email or Instagram so we can plan accordingly. We are so excited to meet you, so bring your best energy!!

Important things to know before trying out:

• E-Board members make deliberations based on the 3 A’s: Attendance, Attitude, and Ability. This maintains a broad spectrum of diverse individuals to continue the legacy of our amazing team.

• Life happens; we get it! Don't be afraid to reach out through email with any questions or concerns. Communication is KEY during this process.

• Those who wish to attend MUST sign a waiver on our Campus Pulse BEFORE getting in the water.

• Boyden is a maze, so plan ahead and give yourself plenty of time to get there. Refer to the picture below for help finding the pool.