Lenoir-Rhyne University Women's Triathlon Team Aims for a Historic Three-Peat at Nationals
This weekend, the spirited and determined Women's Triathlon Team from Lenoir-Rhyne University, under the expert guidance of Head Coach Harley Mason, sets their sights on a remarkable achievement—a third consecutive national title. After their victorious performances in 2022 and 2023, the team is poised to compete in the nationals held in Clermont, Florida—a first for this location.
The team's lineup features seven robust athletes, with five competing in the "A" wave and two in the "B" wave. Leading the "A" wave is the reigning individual champion, Sabrina Fleig, alongside her talented teammates Zoila Sicilia, Eliska Rihova, Claudia Teran-Romagosa, and Maidi Quezada-O'Connor. Representing the "B" wave are the promising freshman Isis Gaskin and Alessandra Maso.
Originally scheduled for a single day at Lake Louisa State Park, the competition has been extended to two days due to damages from Hurricane Milton. The event will kick off with a lake swim at the Clermont Water Sports Complex on Friday, November 8, with the "A" wave at 10:45 AM followed by the "B" wave at 11:05 AM. The subsequent bike and run stages will occur on Saturday, November 9, at Lake Louisa State Park, with the "B" wave starting at 12 PM and the "A" wave at 2 PM.
Athletes will commence Saturday's segment based on their swim finish times from Friday. For instance, if the fastest swimmer in the "A" wave outpaces the second fastest by three seconds, they will start the bike stage three seconds ahead. The top-five athletes from each team will contribute to the overall score, regardless of their wave.
A special send-off for the Bears is scheduled for 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday in the parking lot outside Shuford Arena, where fans and supporters can gather to cheer on the team as they embark on this exciting challenge.
Join us in supporting the Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Triathlon Team as they strive to make history with a third consecutive national championship. Their journey is not just about winning; it's about setting new standards and inspiring everyone in the realm of college sports and beyond.
What achievement is the Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Triathlon Team aiming for this weekend?
The Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Triathlon Team is aiming to three-peat at the nationals, having won the title in 2022 and 2023.
Where is the national triathlon competition for Lenoir-Rhyne being held this year?
The national triathlon competition is being held in Clermont, Florida, this year.
Who is the reigning individual champion leading Lenoir-Rhyne in the race?
Sabrina Fleig is the reigning individual champion leading the Lenoir-Rhyne team in the race.
How has the event schedule been altered due to Hurricane Milton?
Due to damages from Hurricane Milton, the event will take place over two days instead of the originally scheduled single day. The swim event will be on Friday, and the bike/run events will occur on Saturday.
How will athletes be released on Saturday during the triathlon?
Athletes will be released on Saturday for the bike/run events based on their swim finish times from Friday. The fastest swimmer will start the bike portion ahead of others based on their time differences.
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