Weldon Ridge

Last updated: May 2026

The Weldon Ridge Barracudas Swim Team is a volunteer-led organization. With the exception of paid head and assistant coaches, the team meets and events are run solely by the volunteer participation of swim parents.

Thank you for your support and participation in the Barracudas Swim Team!

Parent Volunteer Service Participation Policy*

• Each registered family is obligated to complete 4 volunteer shifts over the summer swim season plus the mock meet.
• Each family electronically signs an agreement to complete 4 volunteer shifts plus the mock meet at the time of registration.
• Each family MUST complete the volunteer requirements, regardless of whether swimmers participate in swim meets or not.
• Volunteer shifts do not carry over from previous years or carry forward to future years.
• Volunteer shifts are monitored to assure a successful season.
• Failure to fulfill the volunteer requirement will result in forfeiture of the $150 volunteer deposit.
• Please note, if your swimmer participates in championship meets (Cary City and/or TSA Champs), parents may be required to volunteer and these volunteer shifts are NOT included in the regular season 4 volunteer shifts.
• There are 2 exemptions to the 4 volunteer shift commitment:
  • Families whose registered swimmers are all aged 15 or older
  • Families with an active Swim Board member or board-appointed season coordinator.

*Changes can be made at any time to this policy, as needed.

For questions, please email [email protected]

Parent Volunteer Expectations

• Volunteer shifts are credited once you have completed the job itself. The commitment is not met simply by signing up.

• If a parent cannot complete a volunteer shift, it is the responsibility of that parent to find a replacement and email the Board or Volunteer Coordinator with the replacement's name.

• Volunteers must check in prior to the meet. Check-in must be completed by 5:30 pm for weeknight meets unless previously communicated directly to the Volunteer Coordinator. A partner or neighbor may sign in and/or fill in until the parent arrives.
• If the parent does not sign in on time, the volunteer shift may be given to the next parent on the waitlist. If this happens, the volunteer shift is forfeited and does not count towards the requirement. The BOD is not able to call or text parents to check if they are coming to fulfill their volunteer position.
• Volunteers cannot supervise young children while completing their shift.
• Volunteers must remain at their post the entire shift. If the position is a second shift or end-of-meet breakdown shift, please plan accordingly to stay for the duration of the meet.
• There is absolutely no alcohol consumption allowed at swim meets or associated events. This is a Tar Heel Swim Association (TSA) rule. If a parent is found to have consumed alcohol, they will be asked to leave immediately and will not receive volunteer credit for that meet or event.
• Please note, if your swimmer participates in championship meets (Cary City and/or TSA Champs), parents may be required to volunteer and these volunteer shifts are NOT included in the regular season 4 volunteer shift requirement.
• If a parent requires accommodations, please email the Board or Volunteer Coordinator for assistance in finding appropriate volunteer opportunities.

Pro-tip: Volunteer shifts fill quickly when sign-ups open. Be prepared with job preferences and available dates when sign-ups open.

Volunteer Jobs Requiring Additional Training

• Please review the volunteer job list for complete information
• Stroke and Turn Judge - Annual pre-season TSA Certification Required
  • Pre-season TSA training clinics will be announced through team communications and posted Here.
• Starter - TSA Certification Required pre-season
  • Pre-season TSA training clinics will be announced through team communications and and posted Here.
• Clerk of Course, Announcer, and Place Judges
  • Specialized knowledge gained through time trials and training
  • Prior swim meet knowledge is helpful for these positions