Julie Adamen The SaddleBrooke Swim Club has wrapped up another tremendously successful, active, and fun-filled season—one that showcased not only outstanding athletic achievement, but also the camaraderie, sportsmanship, fitness, and community spirit that make our club so special. This year was highlighted by several major accomplishments both in and out of the pool. SBSC proudly…
The SaddleBrooke Swim Club’s Grandkids’ Easter egg hunt returned on April 4—and once again, it did not disappoint! For more than 12 years, this cherished tradition has brought smiles, laughter, and a little springtime magic to SaddleBrooke families. This year, more than 50 excited children gathered to take part in the festivities. Before the big…
Karin Bivens Huge congratulations to SaddleBrooke Swim Club’s former head swim coach Doug Springer for his phenomenal achievements at two recent Masters swim competitions. At the 2026 Fabulous Las Vegas Short Course Meters Swim Meet (Jan. 17) Doug broke three Masters 80-84 age group world records in the 50 Breaststroke (40.29), 100 Breaststroke (1:29.22), and…
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…
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…