Thursday, February 5, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, (PST)
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20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Sycamore B
Santa Clarita, California 91350
United States
Meet the Coaches: Santa Clarita Valley High School Swim Coach Panel
This free community event gives Santa Clarita Valley athletes and families clear, practical insight into how high school swim works and what they can do now to prepare for the upcoming season.
Moderated by Paseo Aquatics Associate Head Coach and former Hart H.S. coach Tim Lim, the panel will address the questions parents and athletes care about most:
Coaches will also share what athletes can do now to prepare, including:
Attendees will hear directly from Head Coaches, ask questions in real time, and leave with clarity, confidence, and a plan for the season ahead.
Panelists
More panelists to be announced soon!
Date: Feb. 5, 2026
Time: 6-8:00 P.M.
Location: The Centre at SCAC - Sycamore B
All ages welcome. Open to the public.
Families, athletes, and coaches are encouraged to attend—and to share with friends. Especially great for middle school and high school swimmers planning to compete in high school.
Reserve Your Tickets Today!
Moderated by Paseo Aquatics Associate Head Coach and former Hart H.S. coach Tim Lim, the panel will address the questions parents and athletes care about most:
- How high school swim differs from club, including structure, expectations, and team culture
- What coaches look for at tryouts, beyond just fast times
- How team placement works and which factors matter most
- Training volume, meet schedules, and time commitment during the season
- How programs are evolving beyond grind culture toward smarter, sustainable training
Coaches will also share what athletes can do now to prepare, including:
- Building consistent training habits
- Developing race skills, swim IQ, and mindset
- Balancing school, swimming, and recovery
Attendees will hear directly from Head Coaches, ask questions in real time, and leave with clarity, confidence, and a plan for the season ahead.
Panelists
- Jim Klipfil — Head Coach, Saugus High School
- Sean Kakumu — Head Coach, Hart High School
- Mike Leathers — Head Coach, Trinity High School
- Kearsten Livingstone — Head Coach, West Ranch High School
- Sophie Sabbah — Head Coach, Canyon High School
- Melissa Simmons — Head Coach, Golden Valley High School
More panelists to be announced soon!
Date: Feb. 5, 2026
Time: 6-8:00 P.M.
Location: The Centre at SCAC - Sycamore B
All ages welcome. Open to the public.
Families, athletes, and coaches are encouraged to attend—and to share with friends. Especially great for middle school and high school swimmers planning to compete in high school.
Reserve Your Tickets Today!
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