Steiner Stars

Orientation

To be announced

The Steiner Stars organization has been developing swimmers in the Steiner Ranch Community for over 20 years. Every summer season over 400 kids train hard and compete in dual meets against other local summer clubs as part of the Northwest Swim Circuit. Our wonderful coaches have been responsible for the development of thousands of swimmers over the years. Some of these kids go on to swim at club teams and even in to the college ranks, but the majority of our swimmers love to compete and enjoy the relaxed and fun nature of the summer swim season.

The Stars actually consist of two teams, Red and Blue. While originally one club the two teams became necessary very quickly due to the local demand! There is no difference between the teams other than the practice schedule. Kids from the age of 5 to 17 practice daily at the Bella Mar pool from roughly May 1^st through early July. While school is still in session the teams alternate afternoon practice daily. Once school is out the Red team practices in the morning and the Blue team in the afternoon. Please visit each specific team site for the exact schedule. We typically have six dual meets (on Saturday mornings) every season plus a Divisional championship and Invitational meet for those swimmers who qualify.

The Stars are a completely volunteer run organization through the generosity of so many of our swimmer parents. It is an amazing organization that has not only helped teach the lifelong skill of swimming to so many, but has also created so many friendships throughout our fantastic neighborhood.

2024 will be our 23r^d season with the Northwest Swim Circuit. The only requirement to join is swimmers must be able to swim the length of the 25 yard pool by the 1^st meet. Mandatory new swimmer evaluation will be held April 7th from 2-4pm at the Bella Mar pool. The season runs from April 29th through June 30th

Returning family registration opens March 2nd. New family registration will be April 13th at 7am. Check the website at 6am on April 13th for registration location. All details will be announced on the Stars Webpage: www.steinerstars.org.  New family orientation will be held April 21st from 4-6 pm at the Bella Mar Community Center.  This is mandatory for all new families.

NEW FOR 2024 - If there are available swimmer spots after new family registration we will open these up to non HOA residents in the greater Steiner Ranch area from 620 to Lake Austin.  Any non HOA applicant must have an HOA member sponsor.  

Steiner Ranch residents must be in good standing with the HOA to register and agree to volunteer requirements to participate in the league. Space in each age group is limited. Swimmers must be 5 years or older by May 1, 2024 to participate. Be sure to check out our video to get a glimpse of what awaits you! GO STARS!!!

Past President - Scott & Jenni Carter

President - Joe & Andrea Svoboda

Vice President - Tyler Payne (new)

Secretary - Cara Campisi 

Treasurer - Maggie Xu (new)

Blue Team Coordinators - Tonya Hadley (new)

Red Team Coordinator - Honor Butler (new)

Blue Team Circuit Rep - Brian Sadarangani

Red Team Circuit Rep - Lisa Rainone (new)

Head of Fundraising/Apparel - Jennifer Haak (new)

Social Coordinator - Heather Maloy

Equipment - Luke Skogman

To be announced

If you are a returning family with a new swimmer or are new to the program all together your kiddos will need to complete a new swimmer evaluation.  Our evaluation is completed by doing the following:

• Swimmer must swim from one end of a 25 yard competition pool (like the one at Bella Mar) to the other
• They can’t be holding on the lane line or wall
• There shouldn’t be anybody in the water with them

This can be accomplished in one of three ways:

• Join us at the Bella Mar pool on 4/7 from 2-4 pm to complete an evaluation with our coaches
• If your child is on a club team and you feel meets these standards, please have their club coach submit an email to [email protected]
• Submit a video of your child completing this task to https://www.dropbox.com/request/guJGq5GdHN8PO5p8Ca... Please be sure the video is large enough to be able to see the swimmer clearly

This evaluation does not guarantee a spot on the team and registration is still required. However, without an approved evaluation a swimmer will not be able to be registered. Thank you and, GO STARS!

We STRONGLY encourage everyone to purchase the new suit so everyone looks fantastic at that first meet!

2024 Team Suits will be provided by D&J Sports at a discounted price to Steiner Stars Swimmers.

There are 3 options to purchase a suit:

1. Attend the Stars Kickoff Party April 28th at Bella Mar. D&J Sports will be onsite with suits for fittings. Once you select your size, you can purchase a suit and take it home with you.
2. Visit D&J Sports at 13359 US-183 Suite 402, Austin, TX 78750. There you can try on and purchase a Stars suit, at the Stars discounted price.
3. Purchase from the Steiner Stars Web Portal at D&J Sports. You can purchase a suit at the discounted price and have it shipped to your home. 

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Videos brought to you by Red Team parent Mike Pozhenko