I am Emerson Henry, 10 years old and a swimmer for Carmel  Swim Club in the Challenge 3 group. The pool is my happy place. I have made so many friends being part of CSC. And all of my coaches have been amazing. The mission of CSC is teaching excellance through swimming, for life. And our club say FTT (For The Team), teaches us swimmers teamwork, community, and representing the club and community with pride. These are our core values of CSC: 

• Courage & Perseverance: Highlighted as foundational to the club's 10-day training philosophies.
• For The Team (FTT): A central philosophy focusing on unity and shared goals.
• Excellence & Development: Striving for success in the pool and personal growth outside the water.
• Integrity & Sportsmanship: Emphasizing honesty, fair play, and ethical behavior.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for actions to grow and help others.
• Community: Building a supportive environment for swimmers and their families.

Our coaches break these down for us to understand for us to use in our training and during competiions. 

Please consider donating to Carmel Swim Club, to support us swimmers and continue to make the program stronger. I will be swimming as many laps as I can I Friday May 15 in support for CSC. FTT!