The philosophy of the Cougar Swim Team is that each athlete perform at his/her "personal best", while working as a team throughout the season. Each swimmer is encouraged to track his/her progress in practices and meets and strive to meet their timed goals. Through this sport, it is our hope that life skills are enhanced in our students such as hard work, goal setting, commitment and time management. A final-added benefit is that this sport is one for life, which many can turn to for physical fitness in years to come.

Students in 5th-8th grade interested in joining the Cougar Swim Team will register through the St. Jude Athletic Association, as well as through one of the two year-round swimming programs in Baton Rouge, either Crawfish Aquatics or Tiger Aquatics. Both programs offer on-deck coaching, who have been certified by USS Swimming and focus on swim stroke technique and skill development. Swim season typically runs from September through October, with practices being offered 4-5 times/week, providing flexibility when scheduling around other extracurricular activities.

The Cougar Swim Team participates in the Capital City Swim League of Baton Rouge. This league holds four swim meets, three of which are non-scored, and the final meet being the Championship, scored meet. Meets are held at Crawfish Aquatics on Bluebonnet Blvd. primarily on Friday evenings.

As a development opportunity prior to joining the Cougar Swim Team, students in PreK-4th grades can join either year-round swimming programs in Baton Rouge. Additional information can be found at Crawfish Aquatics or Tiger Aquatics.