Staying Connected with HTX Swims

At HTX Swims, we want to make it as easy as possible for families to stay on top of practices, meets, and team events. We use two main tools for communication:

GroupMe – Quick Updates & Team Chat

Each practice group (Comp 1–4, Senior, HS Conditioning, Masters, etc.) has its own GroupMe chat. This is where you’ll see:

  • Weather updates (practice cancellations, location changes)

  • Meet-day reminders and timeline changes

  • Quick practice notes (equipment reminders, schedule tweaks)

  • Fun updates, team spirit, and photos

Think of GroupMe as the “real-time” conversation—if something changes last minute, you’ll see it here first.

Google Calendar – Your Main Schedule

We keep all official schedules in Google Calendar so your family can plan ahead. By subscribing to your swimmer’s group calendar, you’ll always have:

  • Practice schedules (by group and pool location)

  • Meet dates with links to event details and sign-ups

  • Registration deadlines, team events, and breaks

Google Calendar is your “big picture” tool—once you subscribe, updates automatically sync to your phone or computer.

How They Work Together

  • Google Calendar = long-term planning (the what, when, and where).

  • GroupMe = real-time updates and reminders.

Used together, these tools keep every HTX Swims family connected and informed—no surprises, just smooth swimming!

GroupMe Link

Calendar Links for 2025-2026:

How to Import a Calendar into Google Calendar from a URL Link

  1. Open Google Calendar:

    1. Go to Google Calendar and ensure you’re signed in to your Google account.

  2. Access the Calendar Settings:

    1. On the left side of the screen, locate the section titled “Other calendars.”

    2. Click the “+” button next to “Other calendars.”

  3. Select “From URL”:

    1. In the dropdown menu that appears, select “From URL.”

  4. Enter the Calendar URL:

    1. A text box labeled “URL of the calendar” will appear.

    2. Paste the URL link provided for the calendar you wish to import.

  5. Add the Calendar:

    1. Click the “Add Calendar” button below the URL field.

    2. The calendar will now be imported and should appear under the “Other calendars” section on the left side of your Google Calendar.

  6. Verify Calendar Import:

    1. To ensure the calendar has been imported correctly, check that the events appear on your calendar.

    2. You can also toggle the imported calendar’s visibility by clicking its name in the “Other calendars” section.

How to Import a Calendar into Apple Calendar from a URL Link

  1. Open Apple Calendar:

    1. On your Mac, open the Calendar app.

    2. On an iPhone or iPad, open the Calendar app from your home screen.

  2. Add a New Calendar Subscription:

    1. On Mac: In the menu bar, click File > New Calendar Subscription.

    2. On iPhone/iPad: Go to Settings > Calendar > Accounts > Add Account > Other > Add Subscribed Calendar.

  3. Enter the Calendar URL:

    1. Copy the iCal URL provided for your practice group.

    2. Paste the URL into the “Calendar URL” field.

  4. Name and Adjust Settings:

    1. Give the calendar a name (e.g., “HTX Practice Schedule”).

    2. Choose a color if you’d like to distinguish it from your other calendars.

    3. Confirm the auto-refresh settings so updates sync automatically.

  5. Add the Calendar:

    1. Click or tap OK (Mac) or Next > Save (iPhone/iPad).

  6. Verify Calendar Import:

    1. Check that the new calendar appears in your list of calendars.

    2. Ensure practice events show up on the correct dates.

    3. You can toggle its visibility by checking or unchecking the calendar’s name.

  • Senior

    ICal

  • High School Conditioning

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  • Comp 4 @ RICE

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  • Comp 4 @ Heights

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  • Comp 3 @ RICE

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  • Comp 3 @ Heights

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  • Comp 2 White @ RICE

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  • Comp 2 Navy @ RICE

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  • Comp 2 @ Heights

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  • Comp 1 @ RICE

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  • Comp 1 @ Heights

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