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Carl Hart Youth Duathlon: Sunday, October 17, 2010
Heckscher State Park, Islip, NY
Race Start: 8:20 and 8:25 AM (based on category)
YOUTH IN SPORTS
Event Power is happy to be able to provide kids the opportunity to participate in multi-sport events. We emphasize the importance of participation; therefore all of the youths will receive a finisher medal.
We focus on staging a safe and fun event for the kids as well as the spectators. Our goal is to expose young kids to the sport of triathlon in an environment where they feel like a winner regardless of when they cross the finish line.
Join us in celebrating the potential of our youth!
COURSE
The Carl Hart Youth Duathlon is a great way to start your season! This event will include a run, bike, run transition. The run is on grass while the bike is on closed roads in the park. It is a great way to get involved in the sport and keep youths active.
7-10 category
½ mile run, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run
11-15 category
1 mile run, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run
IMPORTANT NOTE:
USAT age group category rules:
If a child is age 10, turning 11 before Dec. 31 in the year of event, they must be registered and race in 11-15 category.
Additionally, if a child who is 14, turning 15 before Dec 31 in the year of event, they may choose to race as a youth or an adult.
When in doubt of a child's level of maturity and/or ability, the child should race in the youth event.
IF A CHILD IS 15, TURNING 16 BY DEC. 31 IN THE YEAR OF EVENT, THEY MAY NOT ENTER THE YOUTH EVENT, AND MUST ENTER THE ADULT EVENT.
PRICING
On or after March 1st
Individual Participant: $25
On or after August 1st
Individual Participant: $30
Day of race
Individual Participant: $40
PACKET PICK UP
Race Morning: Sunday, October 17 from 7:00- 7:45 AM. CHECK IN CLOSES AT 7.45 AM
For directions see link above.
NOTE:
All athletes must have a USAT Card, youths only need to purchase one per year. If you do not have one you can purchase one at packet pick up or online at www.usatriathlon.org for $5.
START TIME
11-15 Category: 8:20 AM Note: if your child turns 11 this year, they race with 11-15 Category, and results will list as such.
7-10 Category: 8:25 AM
AWARDS
Finisher Medal to all participants
Following Adult Race: Youth Raffle
USAT
All participants in events sanctioned by USA Triathlon must be members of USA Triathlon and be able to present a valid annual membership card or must purchase a USA Triathlon single event permit.
All age group athletes must participate and compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on December 31 of the year of the event. (See above for detailed explanation.)
REFUNDS AND TRANSFER POLICIES
No refunds or transfers.
RACE DAY
Arrive at race site on Sunday, October 17 by 7:15 AM to pick up your packet.
PARK RULES
Heckscher State Park implements a parking fee at 8:00 AM so enter park before 8:00 AM.
No Dogs Allowed.
PARKING
All athletes should park in Lot 2.
REMINDERS
• NO HEADPHONES DURING ANY PART OF THE EVENT or you will be disqualified.
• Run number must be on front of body during entire run!
• Any unsportsmanlike behavior to other competitors and/or event staff will be dealt with by an immediate disqualification.
• RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE.
RACE PREPERATION
Contact TTUniversity to schedule a clinic in your area. Visit TTUniversity.com for details. Or email questions to:
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