Des Moines

Rails Swim Solid at Ames

August 28, 2013

The Rails faced a tough opponent on Monday against the former state champion, Ames. The team also tackled challenges outside of the water, with record-setting heat making for a hot bus ride and pool deck! But the high school girls persevered and swam well at their first meet of the year. The evening was filled with good races, fast swims and stellar diving. [Read More & Look Ahead to Thursday] READ MORE

First Meet Monday vs. Ames

August 22, 2013

The Rails will be kicking off the start of meets in Ames on Monday (8/26). Ames is a tough opponent but that means the girls will have some great races all night long. This meet will have diving with several girls showing off their high-flying skills. [Read More] READ MORE

Rails Swimmers Help SDMS to 6th Straight Title!

July 21, 2013

Congratulations to all the Rails swimmers who participated on the club team this summer! The SDMS Seahawks came away with their 6th consecutive win! Meanwhile, the participating high school athletes had the chance to win some medals and set new time standards in advance of season...[Read More] READ MORE

Sign-Up for Club Meets on the New Website!

January 8, 2013

We have an important announcement - the South Des Moines Swim Club's website is up and running! That means that going forward all club information will be posted on there and meet sign-ups will be there too.[Read More] READ MORE

Men’s Team Takes on Newton & Waukee in Double Dual

November 27, 2012

The High School Men's team has their first meet on Thursday (11/29) after almost three full weeks of practice. They'll be facing the Newton Cardinals and the Waukee Warriors in a double dual at home. The meet starts at 5:30PM and costs $5 for admission. [Read More] READ MORE

Rails Top Hoover in 90-79 Win!

September 27, 2012

It’s been a long few years for the Lincoln swimming seniors and juniors. The seniors haven’t beaten the Huskies since they were freshman, meanwhile the juniors have never have won against their heated rival. But that all changed Tuesday night (9/25). The Rails came out swinging from the first event, winning the 200 Medley Relay...[Read More & See Photos] READ MORE

Big Dual Meet in Carroll On Thursday

September 18, 2012

The Rails will be making the long drive to Carroll for what could be the biggest dual meet of the year. This is long-standing rivalry has the girls fired up and ready to swim tough. Don't forget to wear your FAN T-SHIRTS. Check out the event on Facebook and share it with friends and family. [Get Directions & Read More About The Rivalry] READ MORE

Four Meets in 8 Days, Seniors Have Big Goals

September 14, 2012

Next week marks a big week for the senior class of the high school girls team. With four meets in eight days, the girls will be stepping up as leaders and hoping to make some personal (and team!) swimming history. [Read More About The Upcoming Meets] READ MORE

Club Swimming Registration Open

September 5, 2012

Just a reminder, club swimming registration is open until October 8th. That's just over a month left to get your young swimmers signed up for swimming! On the registration form, you'll chose your practice time. Remember...[Read More] READ MORE

Rails Now 3-1 on the Season!

August 29, 2012

The high school women's team swam to win last night (8/28) against Indianola, their first conference opponent. The team had a great performance with several personal bests throughout the evening. The meet started off well with the Rails taking first and third in the Medley Relay... [Read More] READ MORE