Race 6 - St Kilda Edition

And just like that, we’ve wrapped up the final event of the 2024/25 2XU Triathlon Series!

Race #6 at St Kilda delivered an absolutely picture-perfect weekend of racing. After buckets of rain fell earlier in the week, the clouds parted and gave us two stunning days - ideal conditions for athletes to close out the series on a high. While the swim may have been a little cloudy, the water was calm, and the sun came out to play.

This final race was also the official AusTriathlon Age Group Team Qualifying Race for the Standard Distance Aquabike, which meant the field was stacked and competition was fierce. Across four main events (Sprint, Olympic, Aquabike, and Fun Tri) our Tri-Alliance athletes once again showed up strong and raced even stronger.

Sprint Distance Highlights

We saw impressive performances across the board, with a number of athletes finishing in the top 10 of their age group.

Podium & Top 10 Highlights:

• Tanya Jenkinson (Athena) – 1st
• Luca Phillips (Youth) – 2nd with a standout swim time of 10:04, the fastest in the squad.
• Brona Reel (40–44) – 2nd
• Sonya Law (50–54) – 2nd
• Doug Ashman (70–74) – 2nd
• Naomi Corrie (35–39) – 4th
• Ross Higgins (65–69) – 4th
• Natalie Pill (40–44) – 8th
• Amelia Knapman (50–54) – 8th
• Patrick Gilfedder (55–59) – 9th
• Yasmin Johnson (25–29) – 10th
  

Olympic Distance Highlights

A strong field and the lure of series points pushed everyone to dig deep over the 1.5km swim, 40km ride, and 10km run.

Top Finishers:

• Andrea Crompton (MCO21) – 1st
• Juliet Forsyth (45–49) – 2nd
• Roosa Kuusisto (FT) – 2nd
• Michael Grey (70–74) – 2nd
• Chris Dixon (40–44) – 3rd
• Narelle Hayes (Athena) – 3rd
• John Noel (45–49) – 4th
• Charlotte Fabien (FT) – 4th
• Sonia Greguol (Athena) – 4th
• Erin Jay (25–29) – 5th
• Jessica Moroney (FT) – 9th
• Amy Welsh (25–29) – 10th
  

Fun Tri Highlights

Plenty of Tri-Alliance legends took to the shorter course and delivered some fast, fun times.

Top Finishers:

• Erin Appleton (40–49) – 2nd
• Renae Gasmier (50+) – 4th
• Sarah Ryan (30–39) – 6th
• Ulrike Graetsch (50+) – 8th
• Shelly Casey (40–49) – 9th
• Mark Pritchard (30–39) – 10th

As we close out another incredible season, we couldn’t be prouder of the commitment, energy, and resilience shown by our Tri-Alliance athletes. From those chasing podiums to those crossing the finish line for the first time, you’ve all done yourselves proud.

Now it’s time to recover, reset, and refocus for what’s next. But for now—congrats team, you smashed it!

2024/25 2XU Triathlon Series – Final Series Results

What a season it's been! Across six races, from Elwood to Sandringham to St Kilda, the 2XU Triathlon Series brought out the best in athletes from across the state, and occasionally interstate. And once again, Team Tri-Alliance showed up in full force - racing hard, racing often, and bringing the energy that defines our squad.

After months of consistent performances, we’re proud to celebrate a number of our athletes who stood on the series podium for their age group or category. These results are no fluke - they’re a testament to dedication, smart racing, and showing up time and time again.

🏆 Tri-Alliance Individual Series Podium Results

🥇 1st Place Overall

• Juliet Forsyth (F45-49) – Dominated her category with consistency and class.
• Michael Grey (M70-74) – Showed that experience and endurance go hand in hand.

🥈 2nd Place Overall

• John Noel (M45-49) – A powerhouse across all six races.
• Narelle Hayes (Athena) – Steady, strong, and always digging in on course.
• Andrea Crompton (FMCO21) – One of our most reliable competitors, and always time for a smile.

🥉 3rd Place Overall

• Brona Reel (F40-44) – Always in the mix and a great presence or the squad.
• Sonia Greguol (Athena) – Grit and heart every race.
• Doug Ashman (M70-74) – An inspiration to us all.

🎉 Fun Tri Series Podium Results

In the Fun Tri Series, our athletes proved that fast can still be fun!

🥇 1st Place Overall

• Erin Appleton (F40-49) – A force in the short-course format.
• Michael Khan (M30-39) – Lightning over the shorter distance!

🥉 3rd Place Overall

• Renae Gasmier (F50+) – Consistently strong performances all season.

🥈 Club Championship – 2nd Place!

And in the fiercely contested Club Series, we are incredibly proud to have secured 2nd Place Overall, finishing behind Beckworth Racing and just ahead of Bayside Tri Club. With over 300 points earned across the season, this is a massive achievement for our team and a reflection of the depth, breadth, and passion within the Tri-Alliance family.

To every athlete who raced in blue and yellow this season - you made this happen. Whether you were out there every race or picked one to test your training, your contribution counted. This result belongs to all of us.

With the series wrapped up, we take a moment to celebrate the victories, the PBs, the lessons, and the laughs. A massive congratulations to everyone who took part - now it’s time to reset, refocus, and get ready to go again.

We’re proud, we’re united, and we’re only just getting started. Bring on the next season! 💙💛

A Huge Thank You – Race 6 Wrap-Up

That’s a wrap on the 2XU Triathlon Series for another season - and what a way to finish it off!

To everyone who pitched in over the weekend, from tent set-up and race recon to TriKids support, retail help, and the final pack-down - thank you!

We saw the usual legends doing what they always do, a few new faces jumping in, and plenty of people showing up just to say, “What can I do to help?” That kind of spirit is what makes this squad truly special.

It was a massive push to the finish line, and we felt the full force of your support. We couldn’t do what we do without you, and we’re forever grateful. 💙💛

Save the Date – End of Season Party! 🎉

The tri season may be winding down, but we’re not done celebrating just yet! 🥳

We’ll be throwing a massive End of Season Party in May to celebrate everything this incredible squad has achieved - the races, the milestones, the comebacks, the first-timers, the PBs, the perseverance, and the people.

📅 Date: 17th May (mark it now!)

We’ll be dropping more details in the coming weeks, but for now, clear your calendars, spread the word, and don’t even think about missing it.

Let’s come together one last time to toast the season, share a laugh (or a dance move), and finish the season on a high! 💙💛

Geelong 70.3 – You Beauties!

Sunday saw athletes take on the stunning but tough Ironman 70.3 Geelong - a race known for its scenic waterfront course, rolling bike terrain, and often unpredictable Victorian coastal weather. With a 1.9km swim in Corio Bay, a 90km bike ride through the Bellarine Peninsula, and a 21.1km run along the Geelong foreshore, it’s no small feat.

We want to give a huge congratulations to our amazing athletes who tackled the course with grit and class:

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💥 Angus Wood – 4hrs 27mins
💥 Simone Weston – 6hrs 09mins
💥 Juliet Cooper – 6hrs 36mins

What an effort from all three of you - whether it was your first, your fastest, or just a hard-fought day out, we’re so proud of your results and how you represented the squad out there. Bring on recovery and some serious post-race snacks! 💙💛

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• Full board meals (daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

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• Access to recovery, gym, and group classes

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Don’t miss this opportunity to break away from your routine, challenge your limits, and return home ready to conquer your next race. Spots fill fast, so secure yours now - and see just how far you can go!

MSAC Pool Closure – Time to Review Your Membership

With MSAC pool closures fast approaching, now is the time to review your membership and make any necessary updates. But don’t rush! We’ll still be swimming right up until Monday, 31st March, so if you want to keep hitting the pool, keep your membership active until at least this date.

🔹 How to Update Your Membership

To make things as easy as possible, you can manage your membership directly through your Tri-Alliance dashboard. We’ve also put together a step-by-step guide to walk you through the process - check it out below.

Here’s what you need to do:
1️⃣ Log in to your account: www.tri-alliance.com
2️⃣ Go to the MEMBERSHIPS tab
3️⃣ Scroll down to see your active memberships
4️⃣ Use the action button to change, cancel, or renew your membership as needed
5️⃣ Changes take effect from your next scheduled payment date

🔹 Key Reminders
✔️ Membership changes are instant, so plan accordingly.
✔️ Downgrades or cancellations take effect from your next payment date.
✔️ If you need to update payment details, that’s done under your PROFILE section.

If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to us at [email protected] or call 1300 680 874.
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Updating Your Payment Details – Stay on Top of It!

Lately, we’ve noticed an increase in failed payments, and in most cases, it’s simply because card or bank details need updating. Instead of waiting for us to chase you up (because let's be honest, no one enjoys those emails), we’re making it easy for you to stay ahead of it!

🔹 How to Update Your Payment Details
Updating your details is quick and easy.  Just follow the step-by-step guide in the PDF below.

Alternatively, here’s what you need to do:
1️⃣ Log in to your account: www.tri-alliance.com
2️⃣ Go to your PROFILE section and select CHANGE PAYMENT DETAILS
3️⃣ Use the drop-down box to select the membership payment you need to update
4️⃣ Enter your new payment details (credit card or bank account)
5️⃣ Click UPDATE to save your changes

🔹 Important Reminder
You’ll need to update both your Annual Membership and your Weekly Training Membership separately, as these are set up as two separate entries with Ezidebit.

If you have any issues or questions, reach out to us at [email protected] or call 1300 680 874.
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