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Reflecting on the Journey: ODAC Training Camp 2025

As our week at training camp came to a close, we witnessed countless examples of true mental fortitude—moments that went far beyond physical performance. One of the most powerful came during our final evening in the pool. The coaching staff challenged the distance group with a progressive test set: a 200 freestyle, 500 freestyle, 1000 freestyle, 1,650 freestyle under fatigue. The goal was simple but demanding—if six of the ten swimmers could beat their fastest time on the 1,0

Kalynn Wachs

5 days ago4 min read

Phone-Free Camp: Building Stronger Connections

UNPLUGGED. 🔌💭 At training camp, ODAC Swimmers are learning when to power down the noise and lock in on what matters most. Less scrolling. More presence. More purpose. This blog dives into how stepping away from screens helps our swimmers sharpen their mindset, strengthen team connections, and fully commit to the work. Read the latest blog and see why sometimes the biggest gains come when you unplug. 💪🔥 #SwimODAC #Unplugged #MindsetMatters #TrainingCamp #BuiltNotGiven #

Kalynn Wachs

Dec 30, 20253 min read

Building Champions Together: The Power of Teamwork and a Powerful Mindset at Training Camp

How Our Training Camp is Shaping More Than Just Fast Swimmers At the heart of our Swim Team Training Camp this season is a powerful message: We are stronger together. From the first early morning practice to the last team dinner of the day, the focus has been clear—teamwork and mental clarity is the foundation of our success. According to the official 2025 training camp schedule, coaches Steve, Craig, and BooBoo have been emphasizing that the effort we invest now will benefit

Kalynn Wachs

Dec 29, 20253 min read

Kickstarting Team Culture: Lessons from Day One of Training Camp

Setting the Tone for Success Through Everyday Actions Today marks the first day of training camp—a fresh start, new faces, and a unique opportunity to shape our team's culture from the ground up. As we gathered this morning, I was reminded that true team strength isn't born from one person's leadership, but from everyone taking ownership. When each of us commits to making a difference, our culture becomes strong and resilient. But if we all wait for someone else to step up, i

Kalynn Wachs

Dec 27, 20252 min read