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ST. ANTHONY'S TRIATHLON Swim 1.5K · Bike 40K · Run 10K Sunday - April 26, 2009 We would like to thank our participants, volunteers and sponsors for making our 25th Anniversary event our best yet. We hope to have you back in 2009 !! Next years event weekend will take place on April 24 -26th. Registration opens at 9am EST on December 1st.

Elite Amateur Division Introduced in 2007 and boasting the most competitive Elite Amateur field in the world, the Elite Amateur Division is back for 2008. This division is for REALLY FAST age groupers expecting to place in the top 10 overall amongst amateurs (not top 10 in age group). You must meet certain criteria in order to race in this division. Please click on the Elite Amateur Division tab for more information. As the first major race on the U.S. calendar, St. Anthony’s Triathlon has kicked off the triathlon season in North America for the past 25 years. On race day you’ll swim through the brisk waters of Tampa Bay, bike along glimmering waterways and quiet harbors and run through picturesque neighborhoods and past cheering spectators. Race against the world’s top professional triathletes as they compete for $60,000. The event culminates with a festive waterfront awards party featuring live music, great food, cold beer and cool door prizes. Over the years, St. Anthony's Triathlon has been named "Race of the Year" by USA Triathlon and has served as a qualifier for the Ironman Triathlon World Championship. Athletes from 46 states and 17 countries participated in 2007. There is no race day registration or packet pick-up. Entry is limited to 4,000 individuals and 100 relay teams. No refunds and no transfers. You may defer your entry to 2009 but must do so by the March 25th deadline. NO EXCEPTIONS.

MEEK & MIGHTY TRIATHLON Swim 100 yards · Bike 3.6 miles · Run 1/2 mile (Ages 7-10) Swim 200 yards · Bike 5.4 miles · Run 1 mile (Ages 11 & Over) Saturday - April 26, 2008

The weekend competition kicks off with the Meek & Mighty Triathlon, an event open to youths ages 7-14 and novice adult triathletes. The event is held at North Shore Pool. *** New for this year will be a time trial pool start to allow for a change to the normal Swim, Bike, Run format. The Meek & Mighty Triathlon culminates with a post-race awards party with lots of door prizes. Please check the event schedule for the start times for each age category. Entry is limited to 700 participants. Register early as we reached full capacity last year.

SPORTS & FITNESS EXPO April 25-26, 2008

Be sure to stop by the Sports & Fitness Expo in Straub Park for a weekend of free product samples and great buys. Vendors will exhibit the latest in triathlon apparel, bicycles, health services, wetsuits, sports nutrition, cycling gear, swimwear, running shoes and more. The expo is free of charge.

MEDALLION GALA Friday, May 9, 2008

The 7th annual St. Anthony’s Medallion Gala takes place on Friday evening, May 9, at the Renaissance Vinoy Resort. The black-tie event begins with registration, cocktails and a silent auction, followed by dinner and live music. The evening concludes with a live auction.  Please click on the Medallion Gala Tab for more information.

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