10K Team Swim Challenge for Blood Cancer United at the Hill Country Aquatics pool. Join us on Saturday April 25, 2026 for a unique team endurance swim challenge supporting Blood Cancer United.
Teams will work together to complete 10,000 meters (long course), sharing lanes, drafting, and strategizing how to divide the distance. Whether you're a competitive swimmer, triathlete, or simply looking for a challenge, this event is about community, teamwork, and swimming for a cause. Registration is below as are additional details.
(A follow up email will be sent with payment links and once registration is confirmed)
I (Amy Marsh) am a leukemia survivor and was recently nominated as a Visionary of the Year for Blood Cancer United. Coach Lizzi and I wanted to create a fun community event that supports families impacted by blood cancer. All money raised from this event will go directly to Blood Cancer United to support patients, families, and advocacy programs.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Hill Country Aquatics
6500 St Stephens Drive
Austin Tx 78746
Schedule
10:30 AM – Arrival / check-in
11:00 AM – Swim start
2:30 PM – Final swim cut-off
2:45 PM – Awards
3:00 PM – Event close
Distance: 10,000 meters (Long Course)
Teams: 1–5 swimmers per team
Time Limit: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Team Limit: 24–32 teams
With up to 5 swimmers per team, the distance is very manageable, and teams can divide the 10,000 meters however they choose.
Teams may rotate swimmers as often as they like and decide how much each person swims. Plan your team strategy accordingly to complete the full distance within the time limit. Drafting is allowed, and teams will share lanes with other teams.
Registration
$100 per swimmer
100% of registration proceeds will go directly to Blood Cancer United. Participants will also have the option to fundraise additional donations to further support the organization.
USMS registration is preferred but not required, as this is a non-sanctioned event. All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to participation.
Awards
-Fastest Team Overall
-Fastest Solo Swimmer
-Most Money Raised
-Best Team Name
-Best Team Spirit (matching caps, costumes, cheering, and fun energy) — voted by relay teams
Event Notes
-Teams will share lanes (no more than 4 teams per lane)
-Circle swimming will be required
-Teams are responsible for tracking their own laps
-Equipment is optional, but swimmers using equipment will not be eligible for awards
If you can’t swim or participate but would still like to support the fundraiser or come hang out on race day, you can donate here:
We’re excited to bring the swim community together for this event!
Best,
Amy & Lizzi
