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Welcome to the Southwest Region's quarterly newsletter. The months ahead are filled with racing and other events that remind us why our region is one of the best places to be a multisport athlete.
Building on the successes of our past, we are excited to bring new programs and initiatives to the region. You can get in on the ground floor of two exciting new programs: USAT-SW Region ambassador team and the women's commission. In addition, we continue to grow the opportunities in paratriathlon, outreach, ITU racing and 2013 brings with it a variety of exciting ways to live the multisport life.
Our region kicks off the year as we once again host ITU World Triathlon San Diego. And this is not just for the elite athletes - it's a time for all athletes to be able to run on the blue carpet - and a chance for us to show off our region with this world-class event. In addition, this event will serve as the 2013 USA Triathlon Club National Championship. Race day is April 20th and there is still time to register! Whether you are in a mini or mighty sized club, there are appropriate divisions for all. For more information about the club national championship, please visit USA Triathlon.
As the we bring you new programs and improve our existing ones, we want to remind you that the USAT Southwest Region is here for you - athletes and race directors, coaches and volunteers, sponsors and spectators - everyone who makes the multisport experience unlike any other sport.
As your regional council, we are here to support each of your goals and look forward to seeing you at the finish line!
Warm regards,
Charles Johanson
Communications Chair
SW Regional Council Treasurer
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Committee Corner
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The USA Triathlon Southwest Region Council has been very busy working in committees on initiatives and projects to serve you, the athlete members of our region.
Outreach
As the largest and most active committee in the Southwest, we need to say a personal thank you to its Chair, Eric Davidson, who continues to grow this committee and its programs. Outreach is the primary focus of the regional council and the successes of the past year and exciting programing of the upcoming season would not be possible without Eric's leadership.
The outreach committee will grow its past programs (club outreach, club challenges, & membership rallies) and is creating two new programs: USAT-SW Ambassador Race Team and Race Director outreach.
This season we are increasing the membership rallies - an opportunity for members to meet and speak with a council member at races about USAT - this program raises the visibility and understanding of the importance of a USAT membership. Stop by, say hi and meet your local regional council member - and even get some free stuff! Watch for the USAT Southwest Region banner at the Regional Championships and other key events.
Are you ready to represent your region as a part of the USAT-SW Ambassador team? This new team will serve to showcase what it means to be a USAT member. The team will consist of a variety of athletes from our region - from speed demons - to regular weekend warriors - the goal of the USAT-SW Ambassador Team is to represent and promote USAT in our region. More details are available here. Women's Committee Calling all USAT Southwest Women! Join the newly formed Southwest Region Women's Committee to open a dialogue and share ideas about what is important to women in our region. A town hall meeting/call will be held Sunday, April 7 from 8-9 pm. The call is free. 877-228-3100 code is #836143. SW women's committee chairs, Sharon Osgood and Melissa Olivas will be hosting the call. For more information, contact Sharon at shozgood@gmail.com or Melissa at melissa@lasvegaspr.com. Paratriathlon Committee
The USAT-SW Region council's Paratriathlon committee has been busy working on programming and opportunities to welcome and support both aspiring and veteran paratriathletes. We are fortunate to have tremendous support from experienced paratriathletes in our region. Below are the members of the Paratriathlon committee:
Tony Trocolli - Paratriathlete & USAT Certified Coach, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Beth Sanden - Paratriathlete & USAT Certified Coach, Orange County, CA
Allysa Seely - Paratriathlete, Phoenix, AZ
Amy Dodson - Paratriathlete, Tucson, AZ
Jason Gradyan - Paratriathlete, Las Vegas, Nevada
Billy Lister, Paratriathlete, Orange County, CA (April 1, 2013)
Bill Gilbertson - Triathlete, Marketing Strategist, Phoenix, Arizona
Jim Girand - USAT-SW Council Members, Committee Chair
For the latest Paratriathlon Committee blog update, please visit the USAT-SW Blog. |
2013 USA Triathlon Southwest Region Championship Events
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USA Triathlon Southwest Championships events start later this month! The season kicks off with the collegiate championship at the March Triathlon Series at Lake Lopez. The following weekend it is time for swim/bike specialists to shine at Kendra's Race in Santa Barbara, CA, for the USAT-SW Aquabike Championship.
Looking ahead to May, the Orange County Duathlon is serving double duty as both the SW Region Championship and as a qualifier for the ITU Duathlon World Championship in Ottawa, Canada. This race will likely fill to capacity, register today to ensure your spot on the starting line. Also of note this spring, the SW Region will host The USA Triathlon Collegiate National Championship (Tempe, AZ) as well as the USA Triathlon Club National Championship (ITU World Triathlon - San Diego, CA).
For the complete 2013 USA Triathlon Southwest Region Championship calendar of events, please visit the USAT Southwest website. |
| Youth & Junior News | |
 The 2013 USAT Skills Camp West will be held on June 24-28 at Cal State University Monterey in Seaside, CA. This five day overnight camp for athletes 13-19 years old is a terrific opportunity for athletes to further develop their triathlon skills under the guidance of expert triathlon coaches. For more information and to register for the camp, please visit the USAT-SW website.  The 2013 USATSW Talent ID Series will kick off with the Pasadena Sprint Triathlon on March 23rd. Pasadena is the first event in the seven race series culminating with the Tri Santa Cruz Sprint Triathlon on August 11. The Tri Santa Cruz sprint will serve as the series championship. For a complete calendar of events, visit the USAT-SW website. The USAT Southwest Region F1 Elite Series is a five-race series designed to help transition young triathletes from entry-level youth or "kids" race format into draft-legal Youth Elite and Junior Elite competition.
 The first race of the 2013 series is the Fiesta Island F1 Elite Race to be held on March 24, 2013 in San Diego. For more information and to register please visit www.fearlessraces.com.
For the complete F1 Elite Series calendar visit the USAT-SW Region website. Please contact Sharon Osgood, Regional Athlete Development Coordinator, if you have additional questions. |
USAT Official Certification / Recertification Clinics
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Help ensure safety and fair play through the enforcement of USA Triathlon rules by becoming a certified USAT official. There are several opportunities for current officials to get re-certified and for aspiring officials to learn the ropes later this spring and summer. Clinics are currently planned to be held in conjunction with the following races: Collegiate Triathlon National Championship (April - Tempe, AZ) Wildflower Triathlons (May - San Antonio Lake, CA) ITU World Triathlon (May - San Diego, CA) Auburn Triathlon (May - Auburn, CA) California Triathlons (June - Pleasanton, CA.) Information regarding upcoming clinics is being continually updated on the USAT-SW Region website. Please surf on by to get the latest information. Feel free to contact contact USAT SW Region Officials Coordinator J. Ritterbeck with questions. |
Southwest Spotlight - USA Triathlon Athletes of the Year
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Congratulations to the Southwest Region athletes below for being recognized by USA Triathlon for their noteworthy performances in 2012.
Women's Masters Duathlete of the Year Honorable Mention - Sue Davis (Costa Mesa, CA)
Women's Grand Masters Duathlete of the Year
- Corinna Goodman (Oro Valley, AZ)
Women's Grand Masters Duathlete of the Year Honorable Mention - Patty Peoples-Resh (Redlands, CA)
Men's Junior Duathlete of the Year
- Alistair Eeckman (Berkeley, CA)
USA Triathlon Female Junior Elite 16-19 All American Honorable Mention
- Hannah Rae Finchamp (Alta Dena, CA)
USA Paratriathlon Men's Athlete of the Year Honorable Mention
- Jamie Brown (TRI-5, Carlsbad, CA)
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