2007 Men's Champion
Philippe Kozub
1:56:54
Philippe Kozub
1:56:54
2007 Women's Champion
Katie Ellis
2:09:23
Katie Ellis
2:09:23
MIDWEST EVENTS PRESENTS THE BEST OF THE U.S. AMATEUR TRIATHLETE COMPETITION
The "Best of the U.S" Amateur Triathlete Competition brings nationwide attention to amateur racing and athletes; provides recognition to America's best amateurs and supports their continued excellence as citizen athletes; honors, encourages and supports continued training and racing by citizens of all abilities, by bringing attention to prominent amateurs; creates excitement, drama and motivation via inter-state rivalries; creates heroes by annually introducing to the public 100 highly accomplished triathletes in whom to invest emotionally; and creates an "accomplishment path" and for first and second tier amateurs, youth and juniors.
DESCRIPTION
From April through August, licensed amateur triathletes will compete in their state's designated USAT-sanctioned, sprint or international distance Qualifying Race. Male and female winners will be named Best of Their State and the right to compete at the designated Finals Championship Race.
The Championship Race is a highly publicized exhibition event featuring grand staging, a festival atmosphere, a Parade of States competitor entry, and individual recognition for each State Representative. Winners of the
Championship Race will be named "Best of the U.S. Amateur Triathletes."
The Top 10 Individuals and Top 5 Fastest State Teams receive awards, with unique, modern Waterford crystal awards to the top 3.
This Competition is a production of Midwest Events, LLC
435 McKnight Road South
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 714-1829
Executive Director:
Trudy Marshall
trudy@midwestevents.com
Director of Public Relations & Communications
Jerry MacNeil
jerry@midwestevents.com
"BEST OF THE US AMATEUR TRIATHLETE COMPETITION" ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
AGE: In accordance with USAT rules, athletes must by at least 15-years-old on the date of their qualifying race to be eligible. Qualifying athletes age 18 and under on the date of the Championship race must have a parent or guardian co-sign their Championship application.
USAT STATUS: State Qualifiers and the Championship are USAT sanctioned events. All participants must either hold a USAT Annual Membership Card or have purchased a one-day USAT license for both their Qualifier race and the Championship.
RESIDENCY: State Qualifiers can qualify "resident" athletes only. Out-of-state participants cannot claim qualifier slots, including passdowns. Athletes must demonstrate residency in the state in which they attempt to qualify, and may be asked to show identification.
Those who have residences in more than one state (e.g. college students) may choose ONE of their states of residence in which to attempt to qualify for the Championship. If such an athlete is found to have raced, AS A RESIDENT, in more than one State Qualifier, only the results of the first attempt will be considered official for purposes of the Competition.
AMATEUR STATUS: Only amateur athletes are eligible. Former pros must demonstrate that their pro cards have officially expired.
PASSDOWNS: To insure that every state is represented at the "Best of the US Championship," the 2nd through 5th male and female resident amateur overall finishers at State Qualifiers will be asked to complete passdown questionnaires and submit them to "Best of the US..." management. In the event that the first place resident amateur finisher is unable or unwilling to attend the Championship, the slot will be offered to the athlete who is next in line, and so on.
AWARDS, GIFTS, RECOGNITION: The top 3 overall resident amateur finishers in all Qualifying events will receive awards provided by "Best of the US.." management. The passdown of any Qualifier awards, perks, gifts, or other benefits will be at the discretion of the "Best of the US.." management.
DISCRETION OF MIDWEST EVENTS: Midwest Events reserves the right to make appropriate modifications or amendments to these Eligibility Requirements in its sole and absolute discretion, without notice to or consent of any athlete, in the best interests of safety or the promotion of the Championship or Qualifier races.
Shortly after each qualifying race, winners and passdown recipients are asked to phone (651) 714-1829 or email jerry@midwestevents.com. This will allow the "Best of the US.." management to stay in touch with all potential Championship attendees and to notify those that are next-in-line if the athlete ahead of them is unable to
participate.
- Uniting America's triathlon community
- Building pride state by state
- Creating drama and honoring our sport's everyday heroes
- Inspiring youth
- Sharing with America the power of Triathlon to change lives
The "Best of the U.S" Amateur Triathlete Competition brings nationwide attention to amateur racing and athletes; provides recognition to America's best amateurs and supports their continued excellence as citizen athletes; honors, encourages and supports continued training and racing by citizens of all abilities, by bringing attention to prominent amateurs; creates excitement, drama and motivation via inter-state rivalries; creates heroes by annually introducing to the public 100 highly accomplished triathletes in whom to invest emotionally; and creates an "accomplishment path" and for first and second tier amateurs, youth and juniors.
DESCRIPTION
From April through August, licensed amateur triathletes will compete in their state's designated USAT-sanctioned, sprint or international distance Qualifying Race. Male and female winners will be named Best of Their State and the right to compete at the designated Finals Championship Race.
The Championship Race is a highly publicized exhibition event featuring grand staging, a festival atmosphere, a Parade of States competitor entry, and individual recognition for each State Representative. Winners of the
Championship Race will be named "Best of the U.S. Amateur Triathletes."
The Top 10 Individuals and Top 5 Fastest State Teams receive awards, with unique, modern Waterford crystal awards to the top 3.
This Competition is a production of Midwest Events, LLC
435 McKnight Road South
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 714-1829
Executive Director:
Trudy Marshall
trudy@midwestevents.com
Director of Public Relations & Communications
Jerry MacNeil
jerry@midwestevents.com
"BEST OF THE US AMATEUR TRIATHLETE COMPETITION" ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
AGE: In accordance with USAT rules, athletes must by at least 15-years-old on the date of their qualifying race to be eligible. Qualifying athletes age 18 and under on the date of the Championship race must have a parent or guardian co-sign their Championship application.
USAT STATUS: State Qualifiers and the Championship are USAT sanctioned events. All participants must either hold a USAT Annual Membership Card or have purchased a one-day USAT license for both their Qualifier race and the Championship.
RESIDENCY: State Qualifiers can qualify "resident" athletes only. Out-of-state participants cannot claim qualifier slots, including passdowns. Athletes must demonstrate residency in the state in which they attempt to qualify, and may be asked to show identification.
Those who have residences in more than one state (e.g. college students) may choose ONE of their states of residence in which to attempt to qualify for the Championship. If such an athlete is found to have raced, AS A RESIDENT, in more than one State Qualifier, only the results of the first attempt will be considered official for purposes of the Competition.
AMATEUR STATUS: Only amateur athletes are eligible. Former pros must demonstrate that their pro cards have officially expired.
PASSDOWNS: To insure that every state is represented at the "Best of the US Championship," the 2nd through 5th male and female resident amateur overall finishers at State Qualifiers will be asked to complete passdown questionnaires and submit them to "Best of the US..." management. In the event that the first place resident amateur finisher is unable or unwilling to attend the Championship, the slot will be offered to the athlete who is next in line, and so on.
AWARDS, GIFTS, RECOGNITION: The top 3 overall resident amateur finishers in all Qualifying events will receive awards provided by "Best of the US.." management. The passdown of any Qualifier awards, perks, gifts, or other benefits will be at the discretion of the "Best of the US.." management.
DISCRETION OF MIDWEST EVENTS: Midwest Events reserves the right to make appropriate modifications or amendments to these Eligibility Requirements in its sole and absolute discretion, without notice to or consent of any athlete, in the best interests of safety or the promotion of the Championship or Qualifier races.
Shortly after each qualifying race, winners and passdown recipients are asked to phone (651) 714-1829 or email jerry@midwestevents.com. This will allow the "Best of the US.." management to stay in touch with all potential Championship attendees and to notify those that are next-in-line if the athlete ahead of them is unable to
participate.