The 2023 Awards Ceremony Was a Smashing Success!
Dear West Vancouver Otters Members,
We are thrilled to share that last Sunday's Otters Awards Ceremony was an overwhelming success, and it's all thanks to you, our incredible members and volunteers. Your enthusiasm and support made the event truly memorable.
Here's a quick recap of the highlights:
1. Amazing Food and Spectacular Entertainment: The food and entertainment at the ceremony were simply outstanding. We received rave reviews from attendees, and it's all thanks to our fantastic team who made it possible.
2. The Giant LED Robot: The kids were absolutely mesmerized by the huge LED robot. It added a touch of magic to the evening!
3. Isavella Barbosa and Natascha Borromeo's Dazzling Duet: The video collage featuring their duet left everyone in awe. Kudos to Isavella and Natascha for their exceptional talent!
4. A Hit: The Photobooth: As expected, our photobooth was a hit once again. It captured moments of laughter, friendship, and celebration that will be cherished forever.
5. Keynote Speaker Nathan Clement: We owe a special thank you to Nathan Clement, a former Otter swimmer and coach, who delivered an inspiring and motivating speech after his World Championship win.
6. Congratulations to Our Award Winners: Let's not forget to congratulate all our deserving award winners. Your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and we couldn't be prouder of your achievements.
Additionally, we want to express our gratitude to Sofia Moctezuma for her incredible photos. She beautifully captured the essence of the evening. You can view her wonderful photos here:
https://tinyurl.com/2023ottersawardspictures
https://tinyurl.com/2023ottersawardspictures
For those who are eager to relive the fun moments from the photobooth, you can access those pictures here:
https://signaturebooths.pixieset.com/2023ottersawardsceremony/
https://signaturebooths.pixieset.com/2023ottersawardsceremony/
7. Fundraiser for the Electronic Timing System and Backstroke Ledges: A special shoutout goes to the dedicated parents who have already made generous donations to this important cause. Your commitment to the success of our young athletes is truly commendable. Here's the list of members that have already donated:
https://tinyurl.com/timerfundraiser
https://tinyurl.com/timerfundraiser
Join the Donor List: If you've made a donation and would like to have your name added to our list of supporters, please reach out to Amy Yuen at [email protected].
Direct Donations: If you haven't had the chance to contribute yet and would like to do so, you can donate directly on our GoFundMe page:
What Your Support Means: This fundraiser is not just about equipment; it's about enhancing the opportunities and achievements of our swimmers. The new timing system and backstroke ledges will not only help our swimmers achieve more qualification times through Time Trials but will also enable our club to host sanctioned swim meets in the future.
Once again, thank you to each and every one of you who attended and contributed to the success of the Otters Awards Ceremony. Your support and participation are what make our Otters community so special.
We look forward to more incredible moments with you in the future. Stay tuned for more exciting events and updates from the West Vancouver Otters!
Best Regards,
Charlo Barbosa, President
West Vancouver Otters
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