New and experienced triathletes in the North Central West Virginia region will have a new opportunity to race this summer at The Bridge Sports Complex. On August 3rd, The Bridge will debut the inaugural Weather the Storm Triathlon, which will take place entirely on Bridge grounds.

 

Three distances will be available:

 

• Kids (ages 12 and under) – 100-yard swim, 1 mile run, 100-yard dash

• Super Sprint (ages 10 and up) – 400-meter swim, 6.2-mile bike, and 1.5-mile run

• Sprint (ages 10 and up) – 750-meter swim, 12.4-mile bike, 3.1-mile run

 

A team option will be available for the sprint distance only. Participants will have the choice to complete the course solo or register as a team of 2-3 people. Special pricing is available through the end of June, with a price increase going into effect July 1st. All participants who register by July 17th guaranteed a T-shirt. 

 

Business Development Coordinator Alyson Piot, an experienced triathlete and member of the triathlon planning team, talked about the event.

 

“I think this triathlon is a good way to push athletes out of their comfort zone and try something new. Whether they are experienced multi-sport athletes or new to the sport, it is a unique challenge that requires commitment and perseverance to push oneself just a little bit more and achieve a new goal," Piot said.

 

Partial proceeds from the triathlon will fund a benefit event for Children’s Home Society of WV, an organization that provides child welfare services including foster care and adoption. Currently, Children’s Home Society is raising funds for a larger facility in Morgantown for programs and outreach efforts, with a goal of $2 million. The fundraising event will take place at the Citynet Center this fall with more details to be announced in the coming months. 

 

Triathlon proceeds will also support the Bridgeport Challenger League in the form of new equipment.

 

The Bridge is currently seeking triathlon sponsors. Interested parties should contact info@thebridgewv.com to learn more. Benefits of sponsorships may include services such as course signage or branding on T-shirts.