MTS coaches strive to keep to our training as scheduled, but occasionally we must proceed with caution when there is a chance of inclement weather occurring during our practice times.  All notices and changes regarding practices are communicated via “Practice Schedule Update” emails and through our social media platforms as needed.  Always assume practice is ON until it is announced otherwise through official channels—no need to contact a coach about the status of a practice.  Please use good judgment regarding road conditions and safe travel.

In the event bad weather approaches during practice, our coaches closely monitor the conditions and utilize local radar apps to track, taking safety precautions as needed.  Coaches are trained to cooperate and assist with all facility safety plans and protocols.  At any pool the team may be using, practices interrupted by inclement weather may be cancelled or delayed until conditions calm down.  Coaches will determine whether it is safe to continue training during delays with drylands or other activities in a safe area or may decide to cancel practice.

UNIVERSITY POOL:  We are able to swim safely indoors during all storms at our home pool.  If there is inclement weather during practice, coaches will keep a close watch on the conditions outside and may determine to cut practice short as needed.  Should the power go out during practice, coaches and lifeguards will evacuate the pool until power is restored.  Should a tornado warning occur during practice that necessitates clearing the pool, coaches and lifeguards will evacuate the pool and escort everyone to the racquet ball courts which serve as the building’s tornado shelters.

AWAY POOLS:  Weather forecasts will vary depending upon the location of an away pool we may be using.  As always, our coaches will stay vigilant through all forecasts, always keeping in mind safety comes first.  Practices may be held on days with challenging weather conditions in the forecast; however, in the event of severe weather indications coaches do their best to determine as early as possible whether practices can continue or should be cancelled.

Again, assume practice is ON until announced otherwise, but if you feel safer staying home then it is best to stay home.