Recruit all types of swimmers and players. Host lots of social events. Too often, swimmers only know their lanemates. Some ideas are a Christmas party, summer picnic, informal and impromptu brunch after Sunday practice, and monthly bar nights. Build team spirit We know of at least one DCAC swimmer who just won't put down those pom-poms.
Nothing gets people fired up like good old team cheers, songs, and cheerleaders.
Recruiting and retaining new members. This is one of the biggest challenges. OK, maybe you were six, and you've forgotten. You can put tons of energy into publicizing the team, but if people don't return after the first swim, you're out of luck. New participants run the gamut from former college varsity swimmers who are getting back in the water after 10 years to people who have never thrown a water polo ball.