BOSTON, Massachusetts, February 2. AS most of you have already heard, one of America's most respected and decorated Swim Coaches, Richard Quick, has been diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer. In the world of swimming, he has "done it all" \u2013 coached six US Olympic Swimming Teams, led his collegiate teams to 12 NCAA titles, inspired every swimmer he has coached, and led the swimming community with respect and integrity.<\/p>\n
Now it is our turn to give back. Richard and his family have teamed up with Swim Across America in an attempt to combat this disease and raise money towards finding a cure. The swimming community is now tasked with joining forces with Richard as he faces this newest challenge in his life.<\/p>\n
WHAT IS SWIM QUICK?<\/b>
\nMany people in the swimming community have asked what they can do to help Richard during these difficult days. "Swim Quick" is a fundraising program developed by Swim Across America to answer this question – and it provides a tangible way for everyone to support Richard. By collectively donating to Swim Across America and swimming together in his honor, we can share with him how much he has impacted our lives.<\/p>\n
HOW DO I PARTICIPATE?<\/b>
\nSimply go to www.swimacrossamerica.org\/swimquick and donate as generously as you can. You can also register to swim in the event. Or, if you are a coach, you can reach out to your team to participate and dedicate a workout in Richard's honor. Simply tell your swimmers and parents about the program, ask for donations and collect the funds. All checks can be made out to Swim Across America, Inc. and will be put toward the Richard Quick Endowment.<\/p>\n
WHEN IS SWIM QUICK?<\/b>
\nThe event will be held on February 14th, Valentines Day with hundreds of people swimming in his honor and sending him their positive thoughts, prayers and energy while they swim. However, if this day and time doesn't work with your schedule, you can swim in his honor on any day and at any time that is convenient for you or your team.<\/p>\n
QUESTIONS?<\/b>
\nPlease contact Janel Jorgensen, Executive Director, Swim Across America at janel@swimacrossamerica.org or call (888) SWIM-USA. Swim Across America, Inc. is a non-profit organization created over 20 years ago to with the mission of raising money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment. All checks should be payable to Swim Across America, and can be mailed to One International Place, Suite 4600, Boston, MA, 02110.<\/p>\n
SwimmingWorld.TV Interviews Janel Jorgensen<\/b>
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