Tag: swimming
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November is “Thank You Coach Month”
November is “Thank You Coach Month”, which is presented by Speedo! When you have a moment be sure to thank your swim coaches! With that being said, thank you Coach Zion for all that you do for our Firebirds Swim Team!
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Zion Hall Shares Inspiring Journey on “Conversations with a Kidpreneur”
In a recent episode of “Conversations with a Kidpreneur” hosted by Mike of Smith’s Tees, Zion Hall, the Executive Director and Head Coach of Champions Coaching’s Firebirds, shared her remarkable journey and the impactful work of her nonprofit organization. Champions Coaching Inc. is dedicated to helping BIPOC and underserved communities learn to swim, offering water…
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Six Health Benefits of Swimming
Swimming is more than just a fun way to cool off on a hot day; it’s a full-body workout that offers a myriad of health benefits. Whether you’re a competitive swimmer or just enjoy a leisurely dip, incorporating swimming into your fitness routine can have profound effects on your physical and mental well-being. Here are…
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Our Swim Team Becomes an Official USA Swimming Team
For Immediate Release Champion’s Coaching Swim Team Becomes Official USA Swimming Team: Introducing “The Firebirds” Raleigh, NC – September 16, 2024 – Champion’s Coaching Swim Team is proud to announce that it has been awarded official USA Swimming team status and our competitive swimming team will now be known as “The Firebirds.” The name “The…
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Last Swim Meet
There were happy faces all around for the swimmers that worked with Coach Zion for the 2023-2024 season. They completed their time with her at their last swim meet of the season. Coach Zion and her team met up at Winchester Pool for a friendly, scrimmage swim meet. For many of the swimmers, this was…
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The Past Lead Us to Futures!
On Sunday, July 28th, Coach Zion and her senior swimmer, Judah Hall, went to Richmond, Va for the 2024 USA Swimming Futures competition. What is Futures? Definitions found online describes it as a summer swim meet that serves as a stepping stone between Sectionals and Junior Nationals for swimmers of all ages. It’s considered by some to…
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Juneteenth Celebrated in the Water with Champion’s Coaching, Inc.
Honoring History and Empowering Communities Juneteenth, a day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, holds deep significance. It’s a time to reflect on our past, celebrate progress, and empower future generations. At Champion’s Coaching, Inc., we believe that water—both a symbol of freedom and a potential danger—provides a unique platform for education, unity, and…
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Empowering Water Safety: Coach Z’s Impact at the Boys & Girls Club
On May 24th, Coach Z engaged with the girls at the Boys & Girls Club in South East Raleigh, focusing on water safety—just in time for Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of summer. During her talk, Coach Z introduced the young ladies to influential Black figures who have made a difference in the world…
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Champion’s Coaching Goes to D.C.!!
For Immediate Release The weekend of June 7-9th, Champion’s Coaching, represented by Coach Zion Hall and our Senior swimmer, Judah Hall, went to the Nic Askew Swim Camp held at Howard University in Washington, D.C. Howard University is the ONLY Historically Black College and University with a swim and dive team. We were blessed to…
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Juneteenth Water Safety: Breaking Stereotypes one Stroke at a Time!
Come join us for a fun and educational event where we will be focusing on water safety and breaking stereotypes in the swimming world! This is an event that brings together swimmers, friends, and families to commemorate Juneteenth while promoting water safety awareness. You will have an opportunity to meet our head coach and families…