2017 World Clinic Audio Talk | Coordination and Communication for Your Large Team – Issues and Answers | Tom Ugast 

Tom, CEO of Nations Capital, discussed managing a large USA Swimming program with 18155 competitive swimmers and 800 developmental athletes. The program operates across 10 sites, employing 23 full-time coaches. They coordinate training and communication at the macro level for major meets while allowing site-specific autonomy. The club rents all facilities and emphasizes decentralization and coach autonomy. They use Team Unify for communication and have a comprehensive outfitting package. Tom highlighted the importance of parent education, coach retention, and the use of technology to streamline administrative tasks. The club also focuses on dry land training and injury prevention.