Wildcard Gymnastics Team News

Tosa Night Out – Hi all, I’m hoping it clears up, but if it the ground is still pretty wet by 3:00 p.m. – we will NOT be headed to the zoo.  We can’t set up in the rain.  They are still holding the event, rain or shine, but if we can’t put the mats down, we will not be able to perform.  😦

Gymnasts will have the night off if we don’t have the show.

August 10th – We are NOT participating in the State Fair parade either, as they were not able to fit us in.  We WILL have regularly scheduled practice.  If you already have plans to go to the fair, then have fun!  But get a good night’s sleep…(See below)

August 11th – FOX 6 !!  I will have more info soon, but plan to be here for the Fox 6 morning segments (by 6:30 a.m.???) until about 10:30 a.m.  I would like to show case our Girls’ Team, Boys Teams’, Parkour  and preschool.  Come dressed in Wildcard leotards/clothing.  All gymnasts should plan to attend!!

Dear Xcel gymnasts and families,

We are in full preparation mode for the Xcel 2016-2017 season. Last year, all Xcel gymnasts had the same bar, beam, and floor routines. We have been working on new bar and beam routines during practice. We would like to design more detailed and individualized floor routines – so Jessica & Amy are offering privates for Xcel gymnasts in order to choreograph routines for $65 per routine. See the sign up sheet across from the front desk. The routines are choreographed to music, so music will have to be chosen ahead of time and brought in for the private session. There are certain requirements needed and the benefit of having a coach choreograph routines is to ensure the routine will meet all the requirements. If you choose not to do this, then the routines from last season will be used. The Wild Wild West meet, October 15 & 16 , will be a preseason meet for the Xcel team so we would need to have routines completed before then.

You may have heard from your gymnast that they are not advancing to the next level. Please know that completing a season does not guarantee advancement. The decision was made not on the girls’ performance last season, but in an attempt to strengthen the team so we are competitive with other Xcel teams. It also builds confidence so that your gymnast is more aggressive, stronger, and prepared. Although the girls had a very successful first season, they will be even more successful under the same level. This is a common practice even with our compulsory and optional teams. The girls should not at all feel discouraged by this. This really does make the team and individual gymnast stronger. If there are any questions regarding this, please feel free to see me (Coach Beth).

Below is the 2016-17 Xcel meet schedule. Please note that gymnasts are expected to attend all meets.

December 10-Clash of the Titans-Oshkosh Kolf Field House

January 7&8-M&M Challenge-West Allis Central High School

January 21&22-Scamps Hang 10.0-Indian Trail High School, Kenosha

January 27-29-WI Dells Vacation Classic-Wisconsin Dells Center

February 18&19-Wildcard Carnaval Classic- Location TBD

February 24-26-Lambeau Leap-Kress Events Center UW-Greenbay

March 25-25-Xcel State Championship-Elkhorn High School

Meet fees will be in 4 installments of 175.00. Meet fees will be charged on the 1^st of the month starting September 1^st, again Oct 1^st, November 1^st, and final payment December 1^st.

The summer is already coming to an end but we still have more summer exhibitions to attend. There has been a lack of participation from our Xcel team at these shows. We like to show off all of our teams. Please keep in mind that being a part of any Wildcard Gymnastics team involves participation in our events (exhibitions, parades, volunteering at competitions…). Please be sure to check the blog for dates and times.  We have two shows this week – Tues and Weds! Please plan to attend! There will be no Xcel practice on Wednesday, as all gymnasts are to be at the exhibition.  Xcel gymnasts and parents will be expected to help with set-up for the Wild Wild West meet as well as donate specific food items and help with the meet. Look for more info coming soon.

Please continue to check the blog : www.wildcard-team.com . “Friend” Wildcard on Facebook so you stay up to date on all necessary information.

August 2nd – Butler National Night Out  5-8:30 –  Our shows will be at 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm.  The Frontier Park’s address is:  13015 W. Custer Ave, Butler, WI  53007.  (NO EVENING TEAM PRACTICE, THIS INCLUDES T&T) Fast track will have practice this evening.

August 3rd – Tosa National Night Out (Milwaukee County Zoo) from 4:00-8:00 pm.
* Two performances: 5:30-6 ish p.m. and 6:30-7 ish p.m.
* Level 4s and Optionals must commit to working the “stations” from 4-8 p.m.                 We will be performing at the “PLAYGROUND” Area.  Upon arriving at the Zoo, let them know you are with Wildcard Gymnastics.  You will be let in free of charge.  To minimize the amount of cars in the lot, please consider carpooling with other Wildcard families. (NO EVENING TEAM PRACTICE!) There will be a make up practice 4:30-7:30 on the following Thursday night.  Xcel gymnasts should be at this event therefore there is no Xcel practice as well.

August 10th- Wildcard Day at the Fair...Still waiting to hear back from them on this. Once we know we will let you know.

August 17th –Mary Jude Nursing Home Performance (Crystal’s Grandma!)
9806 W. Lincoln; enter off of 98th not Lincoln, back parking lot
*Weather permitting! 2-3 p.m. exhibition    NO EVENING TEAM PRACTICE – Level 2s, 3s & 4s can make up on Thursday, August 18th 4:30-7:30 p.m.

You can come tomorrow (Thurs) 9-12 pm…there will also be some upcoming private lessons available …a sheet will be posted in the office (private lessons will be available for Level 2s & 3s too).

Last call!!  We need payment and orders on all tickets for the Kellogg’s Tour of Champions tomorrow (Weds) by 4:45 p.m.  We have the $65 tickets ( Gold Medal Seats) and the $50 tickets (Silver Medal Seats) available.  It is held at the BMO Harris Bradley Center on October 14th at 7:00 pm.  Everyone is responsible to get to their seats on their own.  There will be no late orders!  PS- Remember – We will need to get the gym set up for the meet on Thursday night!!

August 2nd – Butler National Night Out  5-8:30(Working on it) – TBD

August 3rd – Tosa National Night Out (Milwaukee County Zoo) from 4:00-8:00 pm.
* Two performances: 5:30-6 ish p.m. and 6:30-7 ish p.m.
* Level 4s and Optionals must commit to working the “stations” from 4-8 p.m. They will have a rotating schedule and be allowed some free time but this will allow the other coaches/gymnasts to rest too. Wear sunscreen! More details to come.  (NO EVENING TEAM PRACTICE!)

August 10th- Wildcard Day at the Fair…I’m checking into doing the parade at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10th.  I’m sure it wont be a problem – This will be open to all gymnasts: Gold Bugs, Dragonflies, Fast Track, and Boys/Girls Team and T&T.  If we do the parade, gymnasts can meet at Amy’s house (212 S 75th) and walk over together but they need to have money for tickets/food, etc.  – We will walk over at about 1:30 p.m. – meet at Amy’s by 1:00.  Gymnasts must be picked up or met by a parent by  4 p.m. at the Giant Pig; inside the park.  The rest of the night is yours to spend at the fair with your gymnast.  Coaches will not be responsible for walking gymnasts back to Amy’s house.  More details to come. There will be no evening TEAM practice – we will make up on Thursday, August 11th 4:30-7:30 p.m.

August 17th –Mary Jude Nursing Home Performance (Crystal’s Grandma!)
9806 W. Lincoln; enter off of 98th not Lincoln, back parking lot
*Weather permitting! 2-3 p.m. exhibition    NO EVENING TEAM PRACTICE – Level 2s, 3s & 4s can make up on Thursday, August 18th 4:30-7:30 p.m.

July 1st installment posted and due.  Fees Will continue to post August 1st, September 1st & October 1st.
– 1st meet fee has posted to accounts as of July 1st.
– 1st installment fee will be processed Friday July 22nd automatically for anyone who has not already paid this fee. 

**Please check accounts and review your charges.**

Level 2   4 installments of $137.50
Level 3   4 installments of $156.25
Level 4   4 installments of $165

**All accounts must be paid in full in order for gymnasts to compete.**

We are fortunate enough to get Early Bird pricing for the Kellogg’s Tour of Gymnastics Champions 2016 tour. We have two different seating/pricing options.  $50 and $65 (closer seating of course). Families are responsible for their own transportation and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Please let Amy or Rhea know if you plan on attending by Wednesday, July 20th.  Payment must be made in full at that time.  Please know this is a hard deadline.

With us attending this event, this means we must have the gym set up for competition by Thursday, October 13th.  Any questions, again please let Amy or Rhea know.

Don’t forget about our performance at the Hales Corner Library on Wednesday, July 13th at 10:30 a.m.  Arrive around 10 a.m. to help unload, set-up and stretch.

Girls – wear your 2015 Exhibition leotard, or an old exhibition leo.  IF you don’t have one, wear a black or purple leotard.  (NO, the other leotards have NOT come in  yet – we are still patiently awaiting their arrival.)  Gold Bugs ARE invited to this show!  Fast Track does not have a routine yet, so you may come and watch if you would like.

Boys – wear a Wildcard shirt and black shorts.

See you there.

Hales Corner Library –  5885 S 116th St