James O'Rourke Memorial Triathlon and Tinkers Triathlon held annually at North Platte Rec Center in North Platte Nebraska

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We want to continue to make our race inviting and newcomer friendly,
where beginners and experienced triathletes can have a great experience!

Races this year will again be split over three days to allow more
entrants and to prevent crowded lanes.

Tri-101 Share

Triathlon 101 will begin in January 2012. Please check back for details. Focuses on all aspects of triathlon for beginners
It is a drop in class, and the fee is $8.00 plus admission to the Rec Center.

Tri-Masters

Tri-Masters Begins in January 2012. Please check back for details. This class is 12 consecutive Saturdays. This is a group workout with tailored coaching. Drop-in workout Fee: TBA plus admission

Sprint Triathlon Training Program

Click here to print the training program.

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O'Rourke Triathlon & Tinker Triathlon

Lodging


Contact LaQuinta for information on discounts for athletes.
1-308-534-0700






Monday, April 23, 2012      Share       


   REGISTRATION CLOSES  

Thursday, April 26, 2012

   
Tinker Triathlon Early Packet Pick-up: 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Rec Center

Friday, April 27, 2012                                                                         

   
Tinker Triathlon Race Day Packet Pick-up & check-in: 4:30 p.m. 
   Tinker Triathlon Mandatory Meeting: 5:30 p.m.
   Tinker Triathlon - first heat of the swim will begin at: 6:00 p.m. at the Rec Center
   
Event FAQs 

   RELAY & COMPETITIVE DIVISION Early Packet Pick-up: 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Rec Center


Saturday, April 28, 2012                                                                   

   RELAY & COMPETITIVE DIVISION
  
Race Day Packet Pickup & Check-in: (all athletes must check in) 6:30-8:00 a.m.
   Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting: 8:00-8:30 a.m.
   Start time for 1st swim heat: 8:30 a.m.
   Event FAQs   

   Triathlon Heart Health Clinic & Family Pasta Party: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Rec Center Gym
   $7.50 per plate payable at the door. Pasta, garlic bread, fruit and drink. 
   Featured speaker 7:00 p.m. - Dr. Rick Heirigs, M.D.; Cardiologist, Nebraska Heart Institute. Read more.
   Join us for inspiration, entertainment, and friendship!

   FITNESS DIVISION Early Packet Pick-up: 6:00-8:00 p.m.


Sunday, April 29, 2012                                                                    

   FITNESS DIVISION
  
Race Day Packet Pickup & Check-in: (all athletes must check in) 6:30-8:00 a.m.
   Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting: 8:00 a.m.
   Start time for 1st swim heat: 8:30 a.m.
   Event FAQs


   Tinker Triathletes will receive a commemorative award and special gift bag which includes a t-shirt,
   fitness information for kids and special surprises. The Tinker Triathlon is non-competitive,
   so athletes wishing to know their finish time should keep their own time.

   Triathlon Awards Individual prizes to the first overall male & female finishers in each division and
   to the members of the winning relay team. Medals to the top three finishers in each age group in
   each division of the O’Rourke Triathlon.

   In 2004 the first James O’Rourke Memorial Scholarship was presented to a North Platte High School
   graduating senior. The following are the recipients of this award.
               
2010 -   Jake Wright
Jordon Engel          
2009 -   Andrew Van Velson
Cortney Barnhardt  
             
2008 -   Jeff Lopez
Collin Shephard
               
2007 -   Kara McKeone
             
2006 -   Matthew Pederson
              
2005 -   Jesse Perkins
              
2004 -   Brigid Kenny

   For More information on applying for the James O'Rourke Memorial Scholarship please contact
   the North Platte High School.

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