The Northwestern Wildcats boys swim team will begin their 2026-27 season on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Northwestern High School located at 7000 Adelphi Road in Hyattsville, Maryland. Head Swim Coach Carlton N. Smith announced key details and preparations for the upcoming winter sports campaign.
Conditioning workouts have already started and will continue every Monday and Wednesday from 4:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. until the official season start. These sessions focus on strength and conditioning to prepare athletes for their upcoming in-water practices and competitions.
The first in-water practice is set for the week of November 16, 2026, with the exact time and location to be determined. All swimmers must complete required documentation before participating, which includes maintaining a 2.0 GPA, submitting a physical form, completing registration on Aktivate.com with uploaded documents, and for team managers, a parent permission slip.
Coach Smith, who is also a classroom teacher in the Visual Arts department at Northwestern High School, serves as the primary contact for the swim team. He can be reached via email or in Room E109 to provide support and assist with documentation.
Additional resources include a Swim Team Google Site with updated information, an interest meeting slide presentation for those who missed the briefing, a team interest form, and instructions on sports registration for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS).
Important Dates
- November 14, 2026: Official start of the winter sports season
- Week of November 16, 2026: First possible in-water swimming practice
MSB Take
With conditioning already underway and clear communication from Head Coach Carlton N. Smith, the Northwestern Wildcats boys swim team is laying a strong foundation for the 2026-27 season. The emphasis on proper documentation and providing comprehensive resources ensures student-athletes are well-prepared academically and physically. This organized approach bodes well for team cohesion and competitive readiness as the season approaches, promising growth and greater participation in the sport at Northwestern High School.
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