Hilltoppers & DU Varsity Swimmers to Compete at the USA Swimming Olympic Trials

The Hilltoppers Swim Team continues its tradition of success with six of our current athletes qualifying for the USA Swimming Olympic Trials, June 25-July 2.  These Hilltoppers swimmers will be joined by four DU Varsity swimmers and three Hilltoppers alumni. 

DU Varsity & Hilltoppers athletes competing at the USA Swimming Olympic Trials include:

• Alicia Jensen, 100/200 Breast
• Kelly Naze, 100 Fly, 100 Back, 100/200 Breast, 200 Free, 200 IM
• Shelly Patton, 100 Back, 200/400 IM
• Mackenzie Stein, 100/200 Fly, 200/400 Free, 200/400 IM
• Darian Brunetti, 200 IM
• Carter Griffin, 200 Back
• Robert Barrett, 200 IM (DU Collegiate athlete)
• Tanner Krall, 100 Breast (DU Collegiate athlete)
• Kyle Milberg, 100/200 Back (DU Collegiate athlete)
• Tyler Pennigton, 200 Fly, 400 IM (DU Collegiate athlete)

A Gold Medal Swim Club, the Hilltoppers have had a successful season, most recently competing against 100 teams from 10 states at the Western Region Sectional Meet.  At the meet, the Hilltoppers Swim Team finished second in the overall team finish.  The women's team won the team title and the men's team took 7th.

We are excited for DU's presence at the USA Swimming Olympic Trials and the future of Hilltoppers Swimming!  In 2008, DU was represented by two athletes at this event.  Now, in 2012, we will be represented by at least 10 swimmers.  Go Pioneers!

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What Are Parents Saying About P.A.S.S. Camp?

Selecting a summer camp for your child is an important decision.  At DU, we are excited for our 19th summer of P.A.S.S. Camp and the opportunity to work with campers on a variety of sports and skills. 

P.A.S.S. Camp is a sports day camp for children ages 5-11, focused on developing fundamental sport skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.  We think P.A.S.S. Camp is great but what are our parents saying about P.A.S.S. Camp?

"PASS Camp is a great program for my kids.  I was looking for a summer camp for my kids where they were active most of the day.  I also like that PASS Camp allows the kids to pick a 'major' and gives them an overview of the skills needed for those sports.  Thanks!"

Michael

"We love DU's programs.  We have participated in the Learn to Skate Program, the PASS Camp program and the School Days Off program and all of them are exceptional.  The only challenge is getting my kids to leave when it is time for pick up.  The staff and instruction in all of the programs is terrific, energized and very inviting.  The location and availability of the programs cannot be surpassed and we are very lucky to have such an exceptional facility and university in the heart of Denver.  We have two boys and they are very interested in athletics so we will be sticking around for several more years and as long as we can get them to leave at the end of the program, we will not have to push DU to offer sleepover programs.  Thank you DU for the great programs."

Victoria

"Well let me start off with "WOW".   My son was so nervous to start but now I have to pull him away! ... He has enjoyed this summer so much! We all are so happy he has been given the opportunity to try so many different sports.  It has helped build his confidence, strength and just overall wellness of his body with exercise. Learning team sports and so many things he had never tried.  Ice skating, Yoga, Lacrosse, all new things he loves...  As a parent I have to say I am very pleased with PASS camp - signing up was a breeze, scheduling changes were easy - just an overall happy experience.  As a kid, I can say my son is very happy, he has made new friends and really enjoys going everyday.  I've already received my request to go back next summer!"

AJ

P.A.S.S. Camp registration is now open and over 50% sold out!  Make plans to register today and reserve your child's space in Denver's best summer sports camp.  

We look forward to seeing you this summer and hearing what your child likes best!

P.A.S.S. Camp Registration is Now Open!

General registration for the 2012 P.A.S.S. Camp program is open! P.A.S.S. Camp is a summer sports camp held on the DU campus and includes 12 one-week camps throughout the summer. At P.A.S.S. Camp, campers participate in a variety of sports activities including swimming, gymnastics, field sports, and rock climbing in addition to two hours of concentrated "sports major" instruction.

Throughout the summer, over 900 campers will participate in the DU P.A.S.S. Camp program. P.A.S.S. Camp is designed to provide fundamental sports development for campers ages 5-11 and includes the following sports majors:

• Baseball/T-Ball
• Basketball
• Outdoor Adventure
• Dance/Cheer
• Flag Football
• Ice Hockey
• Lacrosse
• Racquet Sports
• Soccer
• Indoor Soccer/Futsal
• Tennis
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Martial Arts 

Register today and experience the summer camp that 90% of P.A.S.S. Camp parents would recommend.

"We love DU's programs. We have participated in the Learn to Skate Program, the PASS Camp program and the School Days Off program and all of them are exceptional. The only challenge is getting my kids to leave when it is time for pick up. The staff and instruction in all of the programs is terrific, energized and very inviting. The location and availability of the programs cannot be surpassed and we are very lucky to have such an exceptional facility and university in the heart of Denver. We have two boys and they are very interested in athletics so we will be sticking around for several more years and as long as we can get them to leave at the end of the program, we will not have to push DU to offer sleepover programs!", Victoria, 2011 P.A.S.S. Camp parent. 

Online registration is available or download the registration form. If you have additional questions regarding the P.A.S.S. Camp program, please contact our Youth Activities Manager Jon Bullard at 303.871.3908.

We look forward to seeing you and your family this summer!

Ritchie Center Parking Update

If you currently park in Lot 403 (located just north of the Asbury & York intersection), please note that the first four spots are now designated for visitor parking.  These spots are reserved for first time Ritchie Center visitors and are not valid with a Ritchie Center permit.

Your Ritchie Center parking permit provides you with access to free parking in Lot L, Lot 403, or Lot 401.  For a map of all Ritchie Center parking lots, please visit our parking page.

Jr. Pioneers Basketball Defensive Clinic - Wednesday, Nov. 23

The Jr. Pioneers Basketball program will host a defensive clinic on Wednesday, November 23 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in Hamilton Gymnasium.  

Online registration is available or call 303.871.7728.  This clinic is open to both boys and girls in grades 3 - 5. 

For additional clinic information, please visit the Jr. Pioneers Basketball website or call 303.871.3908.

Are your kids signed up? Let us know how they like(d) the clinic by tweeting us @JrPioneersBBall or on our Facebook page.

Welcome Jon Bullard!

We are excited to announce the addition of Jon Bullard as our new Youth Activities Manager.  Jon joined our team at the end of October and comes with over 5 years of experience in youth activities programming.  As the Youth Activities Manager, Jon will oversee the School Days Off, P.A.S.S. Camp, Birthday Party, Field Trip, and Learn to Play Basketball programs.

Jon recently moved to Denver from Bellingham, Washington, which is about 2 hours north of Seattle. For the past 3 years, Jon was the Youth Sports Director for the Whatcom Family YMCA. Before his time in Bellingham, he attended Central Washington University and received his Bachelors of Science in Recreation Management with a concentration in community recreation. While at Central, Jon worked through the AmeriCorps program as the Assistant Youth Programming Coordinator at the Ellensburg Youth and Community Center.  Jon is excited to join the University of Denver team and continue a tradition of sports development within our youth activities programs.

 
Jon's office is located in the Coors Fitness Center.  He can also be reached at 303.871.3908 or jonathan.bullard@du.edu.  Please feel free to stop in for a visit or contact Jon if you have any youth activities questions.

PASS Campers Save at Dick's Sporting Goods!

This summer, PASS Camp partnered with Dick's Sporting Goods to recognize our campers and coaches at weekly pep rallies and provide back-up water bottles for campers throughout the summer.

As the new school year approaches and we move into the final weeks of camp, we are excited to provide all of our PASS Camp families with special offers from Dick's Sporting Goods, including $10 off a sporting goods item and 20% off one athletic apparel item.

Thank you for your participation in PASS Camp this summer!

PASS Camp Savings at Dicks Sporting Goods