Wildcard Gymnastics Team News

As we approach competition season, I wanted to send out my own little list of tips, tricks, and updates.

HAIR

We are getting close to competition season! As we get close to “meet hair” days, I highly recommend practicing a couple styles (Pinterest has some great ideas and You Tube – search gymnastics hair) to make sure it stays put and test out whether your products will snap your hair bands, etc. (I learned the hard way with a particular brand combo of hairspray and rubber bands one year). I also highly recommend doing your gymnast’s hair while it is wet and using hair wax and/or gel to help with stray hairs. Avoid using bobby pins or alligator clips. Spider web hair styles are nice or tight braids. Ponytails should be high ponytails, not low ones at the nape of the neck. All gymnasts should have their hair pulled out of their faces and wear a bow or ribbon (or two) of some sort in the gym colors. Below is a photo of the gym’s suggested bows for this competition season. To place an order, find Knot Just Bows on Facebook and message the owner, Meghan that you would like to order the Wildcard bows. You can let her know which one(s) you want and quantity. The cost is 2/$16 or 1/$9. I recommend purchasing at least 2 bows because they tend to disappear. Be sure to ask to have them made on a ponytail holder, NOT a clip (safety). PS- Amy reserves the right to “fix” hair – so please don’t be offended if it is not up to her standards (LOL).

LEOTARDS

As we begin to send competition and exhibition leos home (trying them on all gymnasts for fit so this may take until Friday), PLEASE take note that the sleeves on the competition leos are especially fragile. Most athletes will need help carefully getting them off so that the seams do not rip. Help your gymnast get into the leotard and do not pull from the shoulders and mesh; pull carefully at the sleeves to help. Also, please be sure to wash CAREFULLY. Use a delicates bag, wash on cold, gentle cycle. NO DRYER! LAY FLAT TO DRY! Personally, I tend to hand wash crotch and pits and avoid the machine as much as I can. Do not use any fabric softeners or additives – tends to fade the deeper colors. Damaged leotards will cost a lot to replace and may not be immediately available in your athlete’s size- BE CAREFUL! Current competition leotards may NOT be worn at practice. Exhibition (short sleeve) can be worn on Spirit days and Fridays – we still want to keep them nice for shows next summer.

MEETS

The most up to date meet schedule is below – there have been a few changes. We are registered for ALL of these meets. Remember, meet fees run on the 15th of the month and we WILL pull any gymnasts with outstanding balances from meets. Please make sure your account and credit card is up to date.

Sept. 14-15 Judge’s Meet (at Scamps in Kenosha)

Sept. 27-29 Infinite (Brown Deer)

Oct. 12-13 Gymfinity (Fitchburg)

Nov. 9-10 Precision (Oshkosh)

Nov. 16-17 Airforce (Green Bay)

Nov. 23-24 Scamps (Kenosha)

December 7-8 State* (M&M in New Berlin)

*State requirements – levels 2, 4 & 5 require 32.0; level 3 requires 33.0

*Level mobility (move up score) – 36.0 (but at Wildcard’s discretion)

If you KNOW you will be missing a meet, PLEASE let us know ASAP so we do not hold a spot in the meet that could go to another athlete. If there is an injury, in order to get any kind of possible refund from the host gym, they will require a doctor’s note.

Reminders-

DO NOT reach out the the gyms – as soon as they have the meet schedule they will send it to us and we will get it out to you. Usually this is 2-3 weeks prior to the meet weekend.

DO NOT go out on the meet floor for ANY reason. If there is an injury, WAIT for a coach to indicate that they need you. If you need to get your child’s attention, find Amy or Stephanie.

DO bring cash- many meets charge cash at the door, have concessions available, and offer shout outs (gifts with a message for your athlete- they read the message over the PA system during warm-ups).

DO wear your Wildcard Spirit Wear (see previous post and pro shop) and try to sit as a team and cheer for all Wildcard athletes in your session. Avoid negative comments about other teams/gymnasts.

DO remember to order your athlete a blanket for either yourself or athlete to us- gyms are sometimes chilly!

1-2-3 GO WILDCARD!!!!

-Kate

PS- Don’t forget to join the Wildcard Team Parents Facebook group!!!

Wildcard Rhinestone and Glitterflake hoodies and Tees are back for a Limited time! All orders and payments must be submitted by August 21st at 11:59pm! Tees are $30, and Hoodies start at $47. You can also add Vinyl to the back for an additional Cost! The pictures below do NOT do the Bling justice! Check out the Video Posted in the WILDCARD TEAM PARENTS FB page to see the Bling in action. Maria (Nellys Mom) will be collecting orders/payment, all info can be found on this Google form to order.https://forms.gle/SwfD4LySqBmmkNyJ8

Just a reminder, this is the last week for daytime practices and open gyms. Everything will return to Fall hours as of Aug 11th. (No Team in between 8/13) – We apologize for any discrepancies – Amy swear she posted and emailed out the 8/11 last day awhile ago but maybe she forgot… sorry!

Little Level 2s: 4:30-7:30 M/W/F Kennedy, Finleigh, Zoe, Gwen, Logan, Audrey, Betsy, Olive?

Big Level 2s: (Formerly FT) 4:30-7:30 T/TH/F Hananh Y, Farida, Noelle, Madeline G., Nora, Alaina, Kinsley, Allyson, Sophia, Keelyn, Madelynn H, Kyla, Abigail, Evelyn, Hannah R, Niomi (This group will be charged for Level 2 as of September 1st).

Level 3s: 4:30-7:30 M/W/F Ronika, Violet, Kamryn, Scarlett, Evelyn, Isabella, Jovie, Mia, Lily, Nellyonna, Gabby M, Felicia, Brooklyn, Kenzie

Level 4s-7s: s 4:30-7:30 M/T/TH/F Lauren, Aubrey, Aria, London, Nour, Alexa, Anabelle, Gabby W, Abby M., Macie

Open Gyms – Friday is the last afternoon open gym, as of 8/16 Friday Evening Open Gym will return from 7:30-9 p.m. Saturdays will return in October with a new time: 7-8:30 p.m. Open Gym is $10 for Team gymnasts.

Thanks for all your hard work with the Dockhounds, Milkmen and Parades! We know this is a lot of extra commitment and we appreciate all you do! Because we don’t have a booster club, most of our advertising is word of mouth and doing shows or fundraisers – so please continue to help with these events! This is what helps keep our costs down! Thanks again. We are looking forward to an Admirals Game performance and our Trunk or Treat! Please see the previous post to help with the Trunk or Treat!

Competition Schedule – We are working very hard to not make many changes to the meet schedule that was already posted – but many of the meets we had planned to do are already full. We are waiting to see if the gyms will open up more spots but as of right now, we know that Oct 5-6 will not be at Cream City (Oak Creek). We are trying to reschedule it to Capital Gymnastics in Verona that same weekend. The Salto meet Oct 19-20 is also full – we are looking for a replacement. As of right now – we are booked for Air force in Green Bay on November 16-17. We apologize for any inconvenience. The meets filled a lot quicker than in past years! This means we may have to start registering much earlier next year!!            

September 14-15     Judges Meet @Scamps               

September 28-29       Infinite             

October 5-6              Capital – Verona ?? TBD

Oct 12-13 Possibly M&M if we can’t get into any others

October 19-20              Salto ** FULL – Not attending!!!!

November 9-10               Precision – Oshkosh

November 16-17             Airforce

November 23-24             Scamps

December 7-8     State  M&M New Berlin *additional fee due 11/1.

Looking ahead to AAU Season & Optional Season

12/20-12/22 Christmas Cookie Classic Rockford (AAU & USAG) Levels 2-7*

1/11-1/12 AMKM Shine Bright – Sparta (AAU Levels 2-7)

1/23-1/24 M&M Chellsie Classic (USAG & AAU) Levels 2-7* ?

3/7-3/9 Mississippi River Classic Dubuque (USAG & AAU) Levels 2-7*

3/24-3/25 USAG STATE Levels 6-10

4/5-4/6 Keep Your Balance Invite AMKM Sparta ? (AAU Levels 2-7)

or Badger State Games (Stevens Point)

4/28-4/30 ? AAU State La Crosse (AAU Levels 2-8)

Approximate Cost – Optionals 3 USAG & 3 AAU $1000 (4 installments of $250)

Optionals are planning to do both AAU & USAG in the meet*

Individual USAG/AAU Meet $175*

AMKM/Badger State $125 per meet

• New Level 2 parents – many of gymnasts continue to compete during the AAU Season/Winter – not only is it great experience but provides more opportunity to perfect skills and routines and reminds gymnasts of what we work so hard for. The meets with * above have both USAG and AAU sessions. Our Level 6 and up gymnasts will compete in both. Most of the time in the Winter we focus only on AAU for Levels 2-5 but there may be opportunities to do USAG. Some Level 2s will move directly to Level 3 for the AAU Season. This is often an opportunity to “test out” the new level and see how the gymnast does before competing USAG in Fall. If you have questions, talk to Amy or Kate at the front desk. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you compete the Winter Season (plus AAU has State, Regionals and Nationals) – so it is quite climactic for the gymnasts!

We have several exciting events coming up that we want to make sure you’re aware of:

1. Dockhounds Prime Time Performance

• Wednesday, July 31: Athletes should arrive by 5:35 PM.
• Saturday, August 3: Athletes should arrive by 5:05 PM.
• Location: Wisconsin Brewing Company Park

Important Notes:

• There will be no team practice on these days.
• Remember to order tickets for everyone attending, including athletes. Purchase tickets here: Order Tickets Here.

2. Gold Over America Tour

• Date: September 28
• Location: Fiserv Forum
• Featuring: Simone Biles, Shilese Jones, Fred Richard, and more!

Ticket Coordination:

• Tickets for Wildcard are being managed by Meg. For more information and to arrange tickets, please contact her at meg.geason@gmail.com.

3. Boys’ Olympic Watch Party

• Date: Wednesday, July 31
• Time: 10:15 AM
• Location: Candace’s house

Important Notes:

• Please bring a snack, drink, dessert, or anything else to share with the group.

If you have any questions about these events, please don’t hesitate to contact our front desk at 262-923-7418.

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone at these fantastic events!

Beginning July 22, 2024, Lisbon will be closed to through traffic for construction. Wildcard will still be accessible but please allow extra time coming and going from the gym.

Please save the date for picture day! All team including fast track is expected to attend, and be dressed in Meet Attire. We are hoping to have the new Leos here in time for pictures. Pictures will be take at Wildcard starting at noon.
*More details and pricing to follow

Great Job to all of our amazing athletes! We are so proud of your hard work and Dedication! Everyone showed incredible spirit and potential! Please enjoy these pictures taken during the meet! https://photos.app.goo.gl/JBeJQ2YbFnvEk2za6

West Allis is still planning to do the parade tonight – please plan to attend. Don’t forget your gloves, tennis shoes and water. You may bring a clear poncho but there will not be a lot of room to carry additional things like umbrellas and rain coats. See you there !

Amy 414-303-5195