There is a perception that swimming is a niche sport, that it is an activity one does while playing at the lake or in a small pool. In truth, swimming is one of the most popular sports today. And unlike so many other sports, it can be enjoyed by every person who is able, every day of the year, over a lifetime.
A community must answer the call to provide a proper facility that meets this expansive need. Like football, basketball, and soccer, swimming requires a proper venue for training, hosting sanctioned events, and providing spacious spectator amenities. We don’t expect our football or soccer teams to host games at an elementary school field, or the school tennis team to ask private clubs to provide training facilities. We can build high-quality facilities for water sports, and enjoy an even greater return on our investment, since the facilities can be used year-round by everyone.
With a regulation aquatic center, we can attract national and regional events, as well, which benefits our business community. And together with our lakes, and the miles of trails nearby, it will create a recreational hub in a beautiful setting that inspires physical activity and brings our community together.
