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St. Vincent s SWIM Across the Sound Marathon August 5 th, 2017 Captain s Cove Seaport, Bridgeport, CT TWO-PERSON RELAY APPLICATION

SWIM MARATHON RULES & GUIDELINES TWO-PERSON RELAY SWIMMERS 1. PARTICIPATION: Two-person relay swimmers consist of two swimmers who alternate 1/2 hour swim legs over the 25K distance. Enrollments are considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please remember, applications are not considered to be complete until all the required information has been received and approved by the SWIM Committee. 2. CLOTHING: Two-person relay swimmers are not permitted to wear wetsuits. One suit, swim cap, goggles, earplugs and grease will be allowed. For women, suits that cover up to their neck and down to their knees are acceptable. For men, suits may not cover their torso, nor go below their knees. Neither men nor women may wear suits that cover their shoulders in any way. All suits must be of the traditional swimming style lycra type suits. Swimmers must wear the provided swim cap. 3. ASSISTANCE: Two-person relay swimmers may not use flotation aids, propulsion devices, or any other devices to maintain body heat. Wetsuits, fins, hand paddles, pull buoys or boards are strictly prohibited. Pacing, drafting and towing are not allowed. Swimmers may not touch the escort boat or any other boat during their swim leg. A violation of this rule shall result in disqualification. All two-person relay teams should bring one crew member to provide feeding assistance. If a team is unable to bring their own crew, please notify the Swim Committee and we will use our best efforts to provide you a crew member. Swimmers are required to bring their own food for the swim. The use of alcohol or drugs is strictly forbidden. 4. QUALIFYING SWIM: All two-person relay applicants must submit proof of a four-hour or longer qualifying swim in open water completed within the past 18 months in order to be eligible to participate in the event. Swimmers who have successfully completed any of the following swims within the past 18 months are exempt from the four-hour qualifier swim: Catalina Island Channel SWIM Across the Sound English Channel Tampa Bay 24 mile Marathon Swim Lake Memphremagog Four-Hour Qualifying Swim* Manhattan Island Marathon Swim Other USA/USMS distance swim > 7.5 miles Round Jersey Swim (Channel Islands) * Applicants must complete at least 7.5 miles during the 4 hour qualifying swim. Please complete and submit the Qualifying Swim-Observer Report and Qualifying Swim Log as evidence of compliance. Applicants must submit this requirement by the documentation deadline. 5. AGE MINIMUM: Two-person relay swimmers must be 19 years old on or before December 31 of the year of the event, in accordance with FINA Age Rules. Exceptions may be considered under the discretion of the SWIM Committee. Two-Person Relay Application - Rules & Guidelines Page 1 of 2

SWIM MARATHON RULES & GUIDELINES 6. TWO-PERSON RELAY INSTRUCTIONS: Swimmers must alternate every 30 minutes (no exceptions). The order of the swimmers must be maintained throughout the swim. The transition from one swimmer to the next must be executed by approaching the swimmer in the water from behind, and the transition is considered complete when the entering swimmer fully passes the departing swimmer. Relay team members must enter the water feet first. There are no warm-ups before the swim. Only the lead-off swimmer is permitted in the water. Failure to follow these rules will result in disqualification. 7. MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Both swimmers must have their primary physician fully complete the required medical form. Medical examinations must be completed within one (1) year of participation in the SWIM Marathon. Applicants must submit proof of Qualifying Swim and completed Medical Form by the documentation deadline. Two-Person Relay Application - Rules & Guidelines Page 2 of 2

TWO-PERSON RELAY APPLICATION TEAM CAPTAIN TEAM INFORMATION (To be completed by Team Captain) USE FULL LEGAL NAMES ( NICKNAMES OR ABBREVIATIONS) Team Name: Team Captain or Coach Name: Captain/Coach Phone: Captain/Coach E-mail: Full Legal Name Swimmer #1: Email: Age*: Full Legal Name Swimmer #2: Email: Age*: *Day of Swim Are you representing a club, organization or corporation? If yes, please explain. ACKWLEDGMENT OF COMMITMENT I acknowledge and understand that competing in such an event is an extreme test of each team member s swimming ability, mental toughness and physical conditioning. I have selected a team member with these conditions in mind and believe that the team member is physically fit and capable of swimming in this event. I also acknowledge that the fundraising pledge for the team is $3,500 and that the team is committed to reaching and hopefully exceeding this goal. Team Captain Date Two-Person Relay Application - Team Captain Page 1 of 2

TWO-PERSON RELAY APPLICATION - CREW INFORMATION TO BE COMPLETED BY TEAM CAPTAIN USE FULL LEGAL NAMES ( NICKNAMES OR ABBREVIATIONS) Team Name: CREW #1 TEAM CAPTAIN Name: City, State, Zip: Work Phone: Is cell available on race day? Relationship/Age: Address: Phone: Cell Phone: Email: T Shirt Size: Is crew member a certified lifeguard? Yes No Is crew member a certified EMT? Yes No Is crew member a medical professional? Yes No If yes, describe: CREW #2 (ALTERNATE) Name: City, State, Zip: Work Phone: Is cell available on race day? Relationship/Age: Address: Phone: Cell Phone: Email: T Shirt Size: Is crew member a certified lifeguard? Yes No Is crew member a certified EMT? Yes No Is crew member a medical professional? Yes No If yes, describe: Crew member and alternate will receive an e-mail with instructions on crew enrollment once the team has been accepted for the SWIM. Crew member and alternate must confirm participation by completing the crew member s enrollment and waiver. Two-Person Relay Application - Team Captain Page 2 of 2

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION SWIMMER #1 PERSONAL INFORMATION USE FULL LEGAL NAMES ( NICKNAMES OR ABBREVIATIONS) Team Name: Team Captain: Full Legal Name: Address: City, State, Zip, Country: Hometown: Home Phone: Citizenship: Cell Phone: Contact Email: Gender: DOB: (mm/dd/yy) Age: T-Shirt Size: Height: Weight: Please note: your name, age, hometown and background information may be used for media relations and promotional purposes. Your contact information may be used to reach you for media inquiries, but will never be published without your granted consent. EDUCATION/WORK INFORMATION Name of School or University City, State, Country Dates Attended or Graduation Year I currently attend school here Degree Field of Study Company Name City, State, Country Date worked or Retirement Year I currently work here Industry Title or Role Name: Home Phone: Email: EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION Relationship: Cell Phone: Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 1 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION SWIMMER #1 ACCIDENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY WAIVER I acknowledge that this 25km athletic event is an extreme test of a person s physical and mental limits and hereby certify that I am physically fit and have not been otherwise informed by a physician. I acknowledge that I am aware of all of the risks inherent in Open Water Swimming (training and competition), including possible permanent disability or death, and agree to assume all those risks. I acknowledge that this Accident and Release of Liability Waiver will be used by the event holders, sponsors and organizers of the event of the SWIM Across the Sound, and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at such event. AS A CONDITION OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE SWIM ACROSS THE SOUND OR ANY ACTIVITIES INCIDENT THERETO, I HEREBY WAIVE ANY AND ALL RIGHTS TO CLAIMS FOR LOSS OR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ALL CLAIMS FOR LOSS OR DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE, ACTIVE OR PASSIVE, OF THE FOLLOWING: ST. VINCENT S HEALTH SERVICES, ST. VINCENT S MEDICAL CENTER, ST. VINCENT S MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION, SWIM ACROSS THE SOUND, CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CAPTAINS COVE MARINA, DANFORDS MARINA, ALL PARTICIPATING POLICE AND FIRE DEPTS FROM VARIOUS TOWNS, STATES OF CT AND NY, HOST FACILITIES, EVENT SPONSORS, VOLUNTEERS, BOAT CAPTAINS, EVENT COMMITTEES, OR ANY INDIVIDUALS OFFICIATING AT THE EVENTS OR SUPERVISING SUCH ACTIVITIES. In addition, I also agree to abide by and be governed by the rules established by the SWIM Committee. Finally, I specifically acknowledge that I am aware of all the risks inherent in open water swimming and agree to assume those risks. Print Swimmer s Full Legal Name Age Signature Date If swimmer is under the age of 19, signature of parent or guardian is also required. Print Parent/Guardian Name Age Signature of Parent or Guardian Date Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 2 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - MEDICAL FORM SWIMMER #1 Parts 1 & 2 must be completed and enclosed with your application. INCOMPLETE MEDICAL FORMS WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO BE DELAYED OR REJECTED. If you answer yes to any questions, you must provide an explanation on the back of this form. PART 1: MEDICAL HISTORY (to be completed by Swimmer) 1. Have you ever suffered at any time from the following: a. Ear trouble, earache or deafness? b. Sinus trouble? c. Chest disease, including asthma, bronchitis, TB, collapse lung? d. Blackouts or fainting? e. Nervous disorders, concussions? f. Anxiety, nerves or nervous breakdowns? g. Heart Disease? h. High Blood Pressure? i. Diabetes? 2. Do you regularly or frequently take medications with or without prescription? 3. Are you currently receiving medical care or consulted a doctor in the last year? 4. Have you ever failed a medical exam or been refused life insurance? 5. Have you been to the hospital in the last year? 6. Do you smoke or use illegal drugs? 7. Do you have any allergies to medication? 8. Do you have any orthopedic problems? 9. Do you wear any prostheses? I certify that to the best of my knowledge, I am in good health and that I have not omitted any information which may be relevant to my fitness to swim. I authorize my medical doctor to disclose any detail of my past or present medical history if requested to do so by the SWIM committee or application review panel. DOB: Signed: Date: PART 2: DOCTOR S EXAMINATION The above named swimmer wishes to be examined to determine his/her physical fitness to participate in a 25km SWIM Across Long Island Sound. Please note that this is an extreme test of physical and mental endurance. Date of Physical Exam: Height: Weight: Blood Pressure: Pulse: Ears: R. Drum: R. Canal: L. Drum: L. Canal: Sinuses: Nose: Throat: Chest: Cardio Sys: Nervous System: Joints: Limbs: ECG: Urine-Albumin: Urine-Glucose: TE: Physical Examinations must be completed within one year of the SWIM Across the Sound Marathon. TE: The Swim encourages and welcomes swimmers with disabilities. REMARKS: Any remarks about the swimmers physical condition should be written on the back of this form. AFTER EXAMINATION, I CONSIDER (print swimmer name) TO BE FIT or UNFIT to participate in this SWIM. Examining Doctor Print Name Sign Date Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 3 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - QUALIFYING SWIM SWIMMER #1 Each Two-Person Relay applicant must submit proof of a four-hour or longer qualifying swim in open water completed within 18 months of the event to be eligible to participate. Number of marathon swims Qualifying Swim Catalina Island Channel English Channel Lake Memphrenagog Manhattan Island Marathon Swim Round Jersey Swim SWIM Across the Sound (solo) Tampa Bay 24 mile Marathon Swim Four-hour Qualifying Swim* Other USA/USMS distance swim (>7.5 miles) Time - Date (please enter Pending if not completed at time of application) _ * Applicants must complete at least 7.5 miles during the 4 hour qualifying swim. Please complete and submit the Qualifying Swim-Observer Report and Qualifying Swim Log as evidence of compliance. Four-hour Qualifying Swim should be four hours of continuous swimming, with in-water feedings (if at all possible) to try to duplicate the routine you will encounter in the SWIM Marathon. An example of a qualifying swim log is enclosed in this packet. After completion of your qualifying swim, your observer should submit the form below on your behalf. If you are exempt from a Four-hour Qualifying Swim, please submit copies of official race results or other documentation from one of the other events above. Applicants must submit proof of Qualifying Swim by the documentation deadline. QUALIFYING SWIM - OBSERVER REPORT OBSERVER NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE / EMAIL: I, attest that swam continuously for four hours on, at beach located in the city of in the state of. Based upon this swim, I believe he/she is qualified to compete in the SWIM Across the Sound. I have attached a log from his qualifying swim. Signed Signature Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 4 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - QUALIFYING SWIM LOG SWIMMER #1 USE FULL LEGAL NAMES ( NICKNAMES OR ABBREVIATIONS) Full Legal Name: Date: Water Type: Fresh Water Salt Water Location of Swim: Observer: Course Description: Start Time: Finish Time: Total Distance: START: Air Temp and Conditions: ACTUAL TIME: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding Schedule (Interval/Liquid Type/Gel): HOUR 1: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: HOUR 2: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: HOUR 3: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 5 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - QUALIFYING SWIM LOG SWIMMER #1 HOUR 4: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: Total time of the Swim: Total Distance: COMMENTS: Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 6 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - PERSONAL STORY SWIMMER #1 Full Legal Name: Have you ever participated in the SWIM Across the Sound? Yes No Total Number of Years or Participation Participated As Swimmer List Years Volunteer Boat Captain Other (Please Describe) What is your personal fundraising goal? (The minimum fundraising commitment is $3,500) $_ What made you participate in the SWIM? Are you swimming in honor of someone? Any other information you would like to share? Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 7 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - SWIMMING BACKGROUND Each Two-Person Relay applicant must have completed a four-hour or longer qualifying swim. Proof must be submitted by the documentation deadline. Event Name: SWIMMER #1 PLEASE LIST YOUR MOST RECENT OPEN WATER EVENTS (attach documentation): Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: Event Name: Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: Event Name: Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: Event Name: Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: OTHER ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS OPEN WATER SWIMS PLANNED FOR CURRENT YEAR: Swim #1: Location: Distance: Swim #2: Location: Distance: Swim #3: Location: Distance: PHOTO: Please email a high-resolution (300 dpi) photo of yourself to dcardoso@stvincents.org along with your first and last name. We may use this for the local media and promotional materials. Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #1 Page 8 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION SWIMMER #2 PERSONAL INFORMATION USE FULL LEGAL NAMES ( NICKNAMES OR ABBREVIATIONS) Team Name: Team Captain: Full Legal Name: Address: City, State, Zip, Country: Hometown: Home Phone: Citizenship: Cell Phone: Contact Email: Gender: DOB: (mm/dd/yy) Age: T-Shirt Size: Height: Weight: Please note: your name, age, hometown and background information may be used for media relations and promotional purposes. Your contact information may be used to reach you for media inquiries, but will never be published without your granted consent. EDUCATION/WORK INFORMATION Name of School or University City, State, Country Dates Attended or Graduation Year I currently attend school here Degree Field of Study Company Name City, State, Country Date worked or Retirement Year I currently work here Industry Title or Role Name: Home Phone: Email: EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION Relationship: Cell Phone: Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 1 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION SWIMMER #2 ACCIDENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY WAIVER I acknowledge that this 25km athletic event is an extreme test of a person s physical and mental limits and hereby certify that I am physically fit and have not been otherwise informed by a physician. I acknowledge that I am aware of all of the risks inherent in Open Water Swimming (training and competition), including possible permanent disability or death, and agree to assume all those risks. I acknowledge that this Accident and Release of Liability Waiver will be used by the event holders, sponsors and organizers of the event of the SWIM Across the Sound, and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at such event. AS A CONDITION OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE SWIM ACROSS THE SOUND OR ANY ACTIVITIES INCIDENT THERETO, I HEREBY WAIVE ANY AND ALL RIGHTS TO CLAIMS FOR LOSS OR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ALL CLAIMS FOR LOSS OR DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE, ACTIVE OR PASSIVE, OF THE FOLLOWING: ST. VINCENT S HEALTH SERVICES, ST. VINCENT S MEDICAL CENTER, ST. VINCENT S MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION, SWIM ACROSS THE SOUND, CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CAPTAINS COVE MARINA, DANFORDS MARINA, ALL PARTICIPATING POLICE AND FIRE DEPTS FROM VARIOUS TOWNS, STATES OF CT AND NY, HOST FACILITIES, EVENT SPONSORS, VOLUNTEERS, BOAT CAPTAINS, EVENT COMMITTEES, OR ANY INDIVIDUALS OFFICIATING AT THE EVENTS OR SUPERVISING SUCH ACTIVITIES. In addition, I also agree to abide by and be governed by the rules established by the SWIM Committee. Finally, I specifically acknowledge that I am aware of all the risks inherent in open water swimming and agree to assume those risks. Print Swimmer s Full Legal Name Age Signature Date If swimmer is under the age of 19, signature of parent or guardian is also required. Print Parent/Guardian Name Age Signature of Parent or Guardian Date Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 2 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - MEDICAL FORM SWIMMER #2 Parts 1 & 2 must be completed and enclosed with your application. INCOMPLETE MEDICAL FORMS WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO BE DELAYED OR REJECTED. If you answer yes to any questions, you must provide an explanation on the back of this form. PART 1: MEDICAL HISTORY (to be completed by Swimmer) 1. Have you ever suffered at any time from the following: a. Ear trouble, earache or deafness? b. Sinus trouble? c. Chest disease, including asthma, bronchitis, TB, collapse lung? d. Blackouts or fainting? e. Nervous disorders, concussions? f. Anxiety, nerves or nervous breakdowns? g. Heart Disease? h. High Blood Pressure? i. Diabetes? 2. Do you regularly or frequently take medications with or without prescription? 3. Are you currently receiving medical care or consulted a doctor in the last year? 4. Have you ever failed a medical exam or been refused life insurance? 5. Have you been to the hospital in the last year? 6. Do you smoke or use illegal drugs? 7. Do you have any allergies to medication? 8. Do you have any orthopedic problems? 9. Do you wear any prostheses? I certify that to the best of my knowledge, I am in good health and that I have not omitted any information which may be relevant to my fitness to swim. I authorize my medical doctor to disclose any detail of my past or present medical history if requested to do so by the SWIM committee or application review panel. DOB: Signed: Date: PART 2: DOCTOR S EXAMINATION The above named swimmer wishes to be examined to determine his/her physical fitness to participate in a 25km SWIM Across Long Island Sound. Please note that this is an extreme test of physical and mental endurance. Date of Physical Exam: Height: Weight: Blood Pressure: Pulse: Ears: R. Drum: R. Canal: L. Drum: L. Canal: Sinuses: Nose: Throat: Chest: Cardio Sys: Nervous System: Joints: Limbs: ECG: Urine-Albumin: Urine-Glucose: TE: Physical Examinations must be completed within one year of the SWIM Across the Sound Marathon. TE: The Swim encourages and welcomes swimmers with disabilities. REMARKS: Any remarks about the swimmers physical condition should be written on the back of this form. AFTER EXAMINATION, I CONSIDER (print swimmer name) TO BE FIT or UNFIT to participate in this SWIM. Examining Doctor Print Name Sign Date Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 3 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - QUALIFYING SWIM SWIMMER #2 Each Two-Person Relay applicant must submit proof of a four-hour or longer qualifying swim in open water completed within 18 months of the event to be eligible to participate. Number of marathon swims Qualifying Swim Catalina Island Channel English Channel Lake Memphrenagog Manhattan Island Marathon Swim Round Jersey Swim SWIM Across the Sound (solo) Tampa Bay 24 mile Marathon Swim Four-hour Qualifying Swim* Other USA/USMS distance swim (>7.5 miles) Time - Date (please enter Pending if not completed at time of application) _ * Applicants must complete at least 7.5 miles during the 4 hour qualifying swim. Please complete and submit the Qualifying Swim-Observer Report and Qualifying Swim Log as evidence of compliance. Four-hour Qualifying Swim should be four hours of continuous swimming, with in-water feedings (if at all possible) to try to duplicate the routine you will encounter in the SWIM Marathon. An example of a qualifying swim log is enclosed in this packet. After completion of your qualifying swim, your observer should submit the form below on your behalf. If you are exempt from a Four-hour Qualifying Swim, please submit copies of official race results or other documentation from one of the other events above. Applicants must submit proof of Qualifying Swim by the documentation deadline. QUALIFYING SWIM - OBSERVER REPORT OBSERVER NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE / EMAIL: I, attest that swam continuously for four hours on, at beach located in the city of in the state of. Based upon this swim, I believe he/she is qualified to compete in the SWIM Across the Sound. I have attached a log from his qualifying swim. Signed Signature Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 4 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - QUALIFYING SWIM LOG SWIMMER #2 USE FULL LEGAL NAMES ( NICKNAMES OR ABBREVIATIONS) Full Legal Name: Date: Water Type: Fresh Water Salt Water Location of Swim: Observer: Course Description: Start Time: Finish Time: Total Distance: START: Air Temp and Conditions: ACTUAL TIME: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding Schedule (Interval/Liquid Type/Gel): HOUR 1: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: HOUR 2: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: HOUR 3: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 5 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - QUALIFYING SWIM LOG SWIMMER #2 HOUR 4: ACTUAL TIME: DISTANCE SWAM: Air Temp and Conditions: Water Temp and Conditions: Swimmer s Mental and Physical Conditions: Feeding: Stroke rate per minute: Total time of the Swim: Total Distance: COMMENTS: Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 6 of 8

TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - PERSONAL STORY SWIMMER #2 Full Legal Name: Have you ever participated in the SWIM Across the Sound? Yes No Total Number of Years or Participation Participated As Swimmer List Years Volunteer Boat Captain Other (Please Describe) What is your personal fundraising goal? (The minimum fundraising commitment is $3,500) $_ What made you participate in the SWIM? Are you swimming in honor of someone? Any other information you would like to share? Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 7 of 8

Full Legal Name: TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION - SWIMMING BACKGROUND Each Two-Person Relay applicant must have completed a four-hour or longer qualifying swim. Proof must be submitted by the documentation deadline. Event Name: SWIMMER #2 PLEASE LIST YOUR MOST RECENT OPEN WATER EVENTS (attach documentation): Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: Event Name: Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: Event Name: Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: Event Name: Location: Date: Finishing Time: Water Temp: Winner Finish Time: Your Place: Distance: OTHER ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS OPEN WATER SWIMS PLANNED FOR CURRENT YEAR: Swim #1: Location: Distance: Swim #2: Location: Distance: Swim #3: Location: Distance: PHOTO: Please email a high-resolution (300 dpi) photo of yourself to Marisa.Melby@stvincents.org along with your first and last name. We may use this for the local media and promotional materials. Two-Person Relay Application - Swimmer #2 Page 8 of 8