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Newsletter - April 7, 2026

4/7/2026

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📅 Schedule at a Glance
  • 🎾 Tennis Begins – April 14
  • 🏃 Athletics – In Progress (Thursdays)
  • ⚽ Soccer – In Progress (Saturdays)
  • ⛳ Golf Begins – May 7 (NEW!)
  • 🩰 Dance Recital – May 29
  • 🎭 Theater Playbill Deadline – May 15

⛳ SPECIAL OLYMPICS GOLF – STARTING MAY 7
We are excited to launch our WLTG Golf Program!
Practice Details:
  • 📅 Thursdays starting May 7
  • ⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 PM
  • 📍 Orchards Golf Course
    1499 Golf Course Dr
    Belleville, IL 62220
Coach: Jeff Elder
🙏 Special Thanks:
  • PGA Professional Dan Polites for coaching support
  • Orchards Golf Course for donating facilities and range balls
📞 Contact:
  • Jeff Elder
  • 📧 [email protected]
  • 📱 314-780-1696

🎾 TENNIS – STARTING APRIL 14
  • 📅 Tuesdays
  • ⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 PM
  • 📍 Mascoutah High School
  • 👨‍🏫 Coach: Scott Simon

🏃 ATHLETICS – UPDATED SCHEDULE
  • 📅 Thursdays
  • ⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 PM
  • 📍 Mascoutah Middle School
  • 👨‍🏫 Coach: Torrance (TJ) Grant

⚽ SOCCER – IN PROGRESS
  • 📅 Saturdays
  • ⏰ 9:00 – 10:00 AM
  • 📍 Swansea Moose Lodge
  • 👨‍🏫 Coach: Mike Hirst

🩰 DANCE PROGRAM UPDATES
🎭 Dance Recital
  • 📅 Friday, May 29
  • 📍 Mascoutah High School
  • 💲 Recital Fee: $50
👗 Costume Info (Tap Class – Tuesdays 6 PM)
  • Black shirt, black pants/leggings, vest, tap shoes
  • Vests ordered through Stars R Us
    • Child: $36 | Adult: $40 | Plus: $45

🎭 THEATER PROGRAM – SHREK THE MUSICAL KIDS
📌 IMPORTANT – PLAYBILL DEADLINE
  • 📅 May 15
  • Submit cast bios here:
    👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyX1UN_C_NL9iIuW9JbOdJZvSrfe0WztqyRDFXdO3ZrYtclA/viewform

📣 NEW – PLAYBILL “SHOUT OUTS”
Support your performer with a special message!
  • Full Page: $35
  • Half Page: $20
  • Quarter Page: $10
👉 Details:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I6Sz6A-S5v1bqMdqRh1fXPILoy_s7cGcm4KEm3RuhVw/edit

🎬 UPCOMING REHEARSALS
  • May 2 – Scene 7
  • May 9 – Scene 8 & Finale (All Cast)
  • June 6 – Story of My Life
  • June 20 & June 27 – Full Cast

🌍 COMMUNITY EVENT
💙 Millstadt Autism Walk
  • 📅 April 18, 2026
  • Theme: It’s a Small World
  • Volunteers needed to represent cultures
📩 Contact Kelly to participate

🎀 GYMNASTICS & YOUNG ATHLETES
🤸 Artistic Gymnastics
  • Saturdays at 8:00 AM
  • World Class Gymnastics
🎀 Rhythmic Gymnastics
  • Sundays at 10:30 AM
  • Stealth Cheer Gym
👶 Young Athletes (Ages 2–7)
  • Sundays 10:30 – 11:15 AM
  • World Class Gymnastics

📣 IMPORTANT REMINDERS
  • ✔ Update athlete availability in TeamSnap
  • ✔ Ensure medical forms are current
  • ✔ Check email + TeamSnap regularly

🌎 CHEER TEAM – WORLD STAGE OPPORTUNITY
Our Cheer Team has been invited to represent the USA at the 2026 ICU World Championships (Orlando) 🇺🇸
We are actively seeking sponsors to help support:
  • Travel
  • Training
  • Uniforms
📩 Contact:
  • Nicole Fuehne – [email protected]
  • Lisa Elbe – [email protected]

🩰 POWER OF DANCE – VENUE CHANGE
​
Important Update:
The Power of Dance competition has been moved to a new location.
📍 New Venue:
Clayton High School
1 Mark Twain Cir
Clayton, MO 63105
➡️ The event has been relocated from Wydown Middle School to Clayton High School.
➡️ All schedules and performance times remain the same.
Thank you for your flexibility, and we look forward to an amazing event! 💃✨

​🌟 GET INVOLVED – MONTHLY OPPORTUNITIES
At Without Limits – Team Galaxy, we believe everyone has a role to play — athletes, families, and volunteers alike.
With new members joining throughout the year, this is your ongoing invitation to get connected and make an impact.

🤝 Committees You Can Join Anytime
We welcome participation year-round across all of our committees:
  • 🏅 Sports Committee - Amanda Lutz
    Supports all athletic programs — scheduling, coaching coordination, competitions, and athlete development.
  • 🎭 Arts (Dance & Theater) Committee - Jennifer Ashley Otero
    Oversees dance, theater productions, recitals, and creative programming opportunities for athletes.
  • 🙏 Cosmic Christians / Heavenly HelpersLeads: Lisa Elbe & Leslie Koth
    📧 [email protected] | [email protected]
    📅 Meeting Schedule: TBD
    Focuses on faith-based connection, encouragement, and service opportunities.
  • 📣 Cheer Committee
    • Lead: Lisa Elbe
      📧 [email protected]
      📅 Next Meeting: Sunday, May 3 – 12:15 PM
      📍 World Class Gymnastics
      🗓 Meets quarterly (Jan, Apr, July, Sept) after Game Day practice
      Supports cheer programming, competitions, fundraising, and team spirit initiatives.
  • ⭐ Community Service Stars - Bonnie Harper
    Plans and organizes service projects that allow athletes to give back and engage with the community.
  • 🛡 Guardians of the Galaxy - Bonnie Harper
    Provides support for events, athlete needs, and special initiatives — helping ensure no one is left behind.
  • 👥 Member Leadership Team - Lisa ElbyLeads: Wendy Pfeil & Lisa Elbe
    📧 [email protected] | [email protected]
    📅 Next Meeting: May 6 – 6:30 PM
    📍 Swansea Moose Lodge
    🗓 Meets monthly (Wednesday before Fun Nights)
    Empowers athletes and members to develop leadership skills and help shape team decisions.
  • 💼 Finance Committee - Bob Lutz
    Oversees budgeting, fundraising strategy, financial planning, and ensures responsible stewardship of WLTG resources.
  • ​🎉 Fun Night Committee
    Plans and organizes social events and Fun Nights that bring our athletes and families together.
  • 🏆 Banquet Committee
    Coordinates end-of-season banquets, celebrations, and recognition events.
  • 💃 Prom Committee
    Plans and executes our annual WLTG Prom — creating a memorable and inclusive experience for all participants.
​No experience needed — just a willingness to contribute and be part of something bigger.

📅 What’s Coming Up
Each month may include opportunities such as:
  • Committee meetings
  • Volunteer events
  • Community service projects
  • Fun Nights & social events
📣 Watch this section each month for new opportunities and updates.

💡 Why Get Involved
  • Build friendships and strengthen our community
  • Support athletes beyond practices and competitions
  • Help shape programs, events, and future growth
  • Make a meaningful, visible impact

📩 Ready to jump in?
Email us at [email protected] and we’ll connect you with the right team or opportunity.

📲 Stay Connected with Without Limits – Team Galaxy!
Want the latest updates, event photos, practice changes, and athlete highlights?

Follow us on social media and never miss a moment!
➡️ Facebook Page WLTG: @WithoutLimitsTeamGalaxy
➡️ Facebook Group SO Cheer: @WithoutLimitsTeamGalaxySOCheer
➡️ Facebook Group WL-The Arts: @WithoutLimitsTeamGalaxyArts
➡️ Facebook Page WL Dance Co.: @WithoutLimitsTeamGalaxyDanceCo
➡️ Facebook Group WL-Parents Group: @WithoutLimitsTeamGalaxyParents
➡️ Instagram: @withoutlimits_teamgalaxy

🎉 Get behind-the-scenes looks, important reminders, and celebrate the incredible achievements of our athletes and volunteers.

👕 WLTG Merch Store – Now Open!
Check out our updated merchandise with the new logo!
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