Julie Adamen When Ken and Kathy Peterson moved through their first year as members of the SaddleBrooke Swim Club, they didn’t just find a place to swim—they found a community that energized them from the very first lap. Their introduction to the club began with a simple newspaper article in the SaddleBrooke Progress highlighting the…
Julie Adamen Dive into SaddleBrooke Swim Club’s Let’s Swim Clinic, a free program exclusively for SaddleBrooke residents. This welcoming clinic is designed to help participants improve stroke technique and build endurance in a fun, supportive environment. It’s perfect for anyone interested in starting or strengthening a lap swimming routine for fitness. Clinic Highlights: • Emphasis…
Julie Adamen The Arizona Masters Short Course Meters State Championship, held Nov. 1 and 2 at the Kino Aquatic Center in Mesa, Ariz., wasn’t just a swim meet for SaddleBrooke Swim Club. It was a celebration of fitness, friendship, and fearless fun in the water. With 21 swimmers aged 61 to 94, the team dominated…
Julie Adamen The SaddleBrooke Swim Club dove into action at the Dolphins of the Desert Pentathlon on Sept. 28 at the Oro Valley Aquatic Center. With 48 entries spanning all age groups, our team brought home an impressive set of medals, personal bests, and spirited performances that showed why SaddleBrooke swimmers stand out. Standout Swims…
Lyn Moreno On a beautiful, sunny March day in 1963 at Stevens Pass ski slope in Washington, Jack slipped in line of the double chair lift beside a beautiful, young blond. They were seated together and swooped up to the top of the mountain. Eight months after that chance meeting, they were married. Yes, Jack…
Terese Butler Have you always wanted to learn how to swim but didn’t have the chance? Or maybe you gave it a try but found it difficult and didn’t think it was for you? There are a myriad of reasons why you might have stayed away from the pool, but now is the time to…
Looking to stay active, meet great people, and have a lot of fun while you’re at it? Then it’s time to dive in—literally—and join the SaddleBrooke Swim Club! We’re a proud U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS) team based right here in SaddleBrooke. But don’t let the word “Masters” fool you. We’re not training for the Olympics!…
The 2025 Arizona LMSC Long Course Meet State Championship, hosted by SaddleBrooke Swim Club on May 17–18 at the Oro Valley Aquatic Center, saw our swim team dive into the spotlight, showcasing grit, heart, and a splash of fun! Representing SaddleBrooke Masters, this powerhouse squad turned heads with standout performances across age groups, proving that…
Julie Adamen The SaddleBrooke Swim Club (SBSC) made a splash at the Arizona State Championship Swim Meet held April 15–16 at the Dady Aquatic Center in Paradise Valley (Phoenix). Our incredible team racked up a jaw-dropping 1,845 points, finishing a staggering 700+ points ahead of the second-place Phoenix Swim Club! With 38 powerhouse swimmers representing…
Lyn Moreno The sounds of excited children’s laughter and lots of giggles filled the air on the Saturday morning before Easter. The children were participating in the annual Grandkids’ Day, organized by the SaddleBrooke TWO Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Committee and hosted by the SaddleBrooke Swim Club and Paper Crafters Club. This year, more than…