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U. S. Naval Academy’s Jessica Hafey crosses the line to finish first in the Women’s Draft-Legal event.
The start time was at 8 a.m. when the Men’s Collegiate Sprint began. This was a 500 meter swim, a 22 kilometer bike ride, and a 5 kilometer run. At 8:05 a.m. the Women’s Collegiate Sprint got underway with the same guidelines.
Because so many members of the general public wanted to be a part of this first-ever event, at 8:15 a.m. the General Public Sprint was thoughtfully included.
At 10 a.m. the Men’s Collegiate Team Draft-Legal began. This included a 1 kilometer swim, a 30 kilometer bike, and to finish, a 6 kilometer run. The same rules applied to the Woman’s Collegiate Team-Draft which began at 12:15 p.m.
The crowds were very large and the participants not only came to compete, but enjoy the wonders of nature that Rutherford County’s Lake Lure offers. Many also took the time to visit Chimney Rock. Rumbling Bald Resort is where the athletes checked in.
The overall goal of the exhibition event was to showcase collegiate triathlon as a future NCAA Emerging Sport for Women while creating an opportunity for current collegiate club triathletes, both males and females, to experience Team, Draft-Legal racing with their college peers.
Lake Lure and Chimney Rock continue to grow in desirability for outdoor events. It is a constant discovery for all America. Aren’t you glad you live in Rutherford County?
