FEATURES

The Rookies...

Monday, 08 September 2014 00:10

2014 Minnesota Multisport Awards - Last week we revealed the names of some of the teen triathletes who are being considered for 2014 Junior of the Year nominations. Today, we introduce you to the four athletes who are in contention for the Rookie of the Year award.

EMY EVERHART, 35, St. Paul – Resume:

3^rd @ St. Croix Valley Sprint

6^th @ Life Time – Minneapolis Sprint

7^th @ Blaine Triathlon

13^th @ Chisago Sprint

13^th @ Trinona Sprint ....

NOTE: Everhart (photo L) is eligible despite having raced twice in 2013 (7^th at One Last Tri, 20^th at YWCA Women’s Tri). By rule, one is ineligible for consideration in this category if they have raced three or more times in the past. To be considered for any MMA, one has to turn in a minimum of three outstanding performances during the season in question.

LAURA GREER, 26, Minneapolis – Resume:

3^rd @ Life Time - Trinona Sprint

3^rd @ Life Time – Maple Grove Sprint

15^th @ Life Time – Minneapolis Olympic

NOTE: It is possible that Greer has raced in the past but we were unable to find those performances. We ask Ms. Greer to contact us (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) to confirm or deny her eligibility.

NICK NYGAARD, 24, Duluth (photo L) – Resume:

1^st @ Green Lake International

2^nd @ Brewhouse Sprint

2^nd @ Timberman Sprint

5^th @ Superior Man Half – 4:19:26

KELLY TROM, 27, Minneapolis (B/W Photo at top of page 1) – Resume:

2^nd @ HITS – Waconia Half IM – 4:48:09

10^th @ Life Time – Minneapolis – 2:21:29

NOTE: Kelly plans to race at One Last Tri on September 14. She needs an outstanding performance there in order to receive an official JOY nomination.

Official nominees will be announced on MTN later this month. Awards will be announced and presented on October 25 at Gear West Bike & Triathlon. We hope you plan to attend.