12 CHARACTERISTICS OF A GREAT TEAMMATE














A GREAT TEAMMATE IS:
  1. COMMITTED!  Show up for practice regularly.     
  2. ENCOURAGING! Give high fives and positive comments to one another: "Great job!"
  3. COMPASSIONATE! Show concern for others.  Move out of the way to let your teammates finish into the wall.
  4. MOTIVATING! Challenge your teammates to do their best.
  5. THANKFUL! Thank your parents for the opportunity to swim. Thank your coaches for feedback.
  6. AWARE! Make sure you understand the sets and know what is going on, especially if you are a lane leader.
  7. SERIOUSTake your practices seriously. Work hard and give 100% effort.  
  8. PREPARED!  Come to practice ready to go.  Be on time with equipment ready and organized.
  9. POSITIVE!  Don't complain. Embrace challenging sets, skills, and feedback from coaches.
  10. HARD WORKING!  Do what is asked of you and set an example for others.
  11. RESPECTFUL!  Be kind.  Use manners and treat others the way you want to be treated.
  12. FRIENDLY! Be welcoming. Smile!  Have fun!  




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