Inaugural Triathlon Brings Out More Than 180 Athletes
September 27, 2010—Highland NY
In its first run, over 180 athletes turned out to compete in the Inaugural
race to raise money for suicide prevention. All money raised benefited
"Here Comes the Sun Suicide Prevention." The not-for-profit organization
is dedicated to preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy.
"Here Comes the Sun" partnered with the Rocking Horse Ranch Resort to
create the extensive course. Athletes partook in a .3-mile swim, 14-mile
bike ride, and a 3-mile run. Over 100 spectators lined the course to cheer
on the competitors. After the event, food, awards, and music left the
competitors exhausted but fulfilled.
"Triathlon athletes are some of the most dedicated and hardest working
people I know," said Lori Weinreich, President, Here Comes the Sun Suicide
Prevention. "We like to think of ourselves the same way, work hard to
make a difference in suicide prevention."
Temperatures were cool for the beginning of the race, but the sun came
out and warmed up the competition. Athletes enjoyed the mixed-terrain
course.
"This event was so successful because of the great people that showed
up for friendly competition and with a caring heart," said Shelley Turk,
triathlon athlete and owner of Rocking Horse Ranch.
But the event could not be supported without other sponsors including
Bikeway of Poughkeepsie, and Catskill Mountain Multi Sport. Additional
support came from local law enforcement including New York State Police,
Ulster County Sheriff's Department, Town of Lloyd Police Department, Town
of Platekill Police Department, Mobile Life, and Clintondale Fire Rescue.
The race was under the direction of Dan Honig of New York Triathlon.
A brief list of results are below. A full list of results are listed at
www.nytri.org.
Triathlon Male Winners
1st place – Shawn Jackson, Marlboro
2nd Place – John McGovern, Kingston
3rd Place – James Stafford, New Paltz
Triathlon Female Winners
1st Place – Victoria Mather, Poughkeepsie
2nd Place – Nicole Nielson, New Paltz
3rd Place – Breanne Calligaro, Ringwood, NJ