DC Triathlon Club | 2026 Club Award Nominations | Activity

President posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: This nomination came to me via email - person […]

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:23:22 -0400

This nomination came to me via email – person nominating would like to remain anonymous:

I would like to nominate DC Tri club member Natalia Szlarb for the 2026 Community Champion award.

I am not sure I can adequately express how she through personal action during the 2026 Ironman 70.3 Eagleman race demonstrated and exemplified caring for…

Eva posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Natalia is one of the strongest athletes in our […]

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:21:10 -0400

Natalia is one of the strongest athletes in our club, currently pursuing a sub-3-hour marathon and consistently delivering impressive race performances. It is not Natalia’s speed but character that makes her deserving of this nomination. She is one of the most generous and supportive members of our club. She leads with kindness and goes out of…

Brian Sands posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Elaine Li's enthusiasm, commitment, and improvement […]

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:38:48 -0400

Elaine Li’s enthusiasm, commitment, and improvement make her a perfect Rookie of the Year. With the good fortune of being her New Triathlete Program (NTP) mentor, I witnessed closely her remarkable growth from a single-sport athlete (runner), with effectively no experience or technical capability swimming or biking, to a successful…

Kendall Wells posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Elaine Li joined NTP this year and no matter the […]

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:13:53 -0400

Elaine Li joined NTP this year and no matter the challenge, she always showed up with a smile on her face, encouraging those around her. At her first bike clinic, she could barely shift gears and just a few months later, she completed her 2nd triathlon! Elaine keeps the Discord and Whatsapp NTP groups alive, celebrating others progress and…

Elaine Li posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Club Member of the YearAlex Aguilar embodies the spirit […]

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:53:15 -0400

Club Member of the Year
Alex Aguilar embodies the spirit of DC Tri by bringing the vibes. Alex took the initiative to organize and lead a club camping trip despite having zero prior camping experience. Her willingness to step up made the trip possible and is a core experience for many NTPers! Additionally, when I was first learning how to ride…

Mallory posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Club Member of the Year Jaelynn King exemplifies what […]

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 21:01:04 -0400

Club Member of the Year
Jaelynn King exemplifies what it means to be a DC Tri Club member this year. She joined the Half Ironman program and trained for Eagleman while also finishing her degree at Gallaudet and working at the Achilles Foundation. She kept the group chats going with photos and encouragement all year long.

Courtney Waltimyer…

Edward posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Here are some. Jakob Schaberow for Volunteer of the […]

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:51:39 -0400

Here are some.

Jakob Schaberow for Volunteer of the Year, for helping run the Sunday rides for several years, always picking new (and hilly) routes to take.

Hugh Harris for Veteran Athlete of the Year, long-time clubber whose 12 Ironmans got him a Kona slot this year.

Verna for Volunteer of the Year, seems to be at every race.

Xander for Spirit…

Jillian posted an update in the group 2026 Club Award Nominations: Good morning! Writing to nominate Rohin Balkundi for […]

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:18:59 -0400

Good morning! Writing to nominate Rohin Balkundi for the Rookie of the Year award. He did NTP this year and has really embraced the DC Tri community: volunteering at races, attending (and encouraging others to attend) many work outs, and always cheering everyone on. I’ve been impressed by how he’s made every challenge in training into…