The Byron Bay Triathlon Club had another good outing in Yamba last weekend with multiple podium finishes, and is hoping to hold onto its position at the top of the NSW Triathalon’s Northern Interclub Tri series.
The Yamba Triathalon was held in ideal conditions on the weekend that included flat, glassy seas and blue skies.
‘It was perfect racing weather, conditions couldn’t have been better,’ according to Byron Tri Club’s Deb Fuller.
‘We had a smaller-than-usual contingent on the start line after some last-minute withdrawals, but quality absolutely ruled over quantity. Every athlete who raced put in a brilliant effort,’ she said.
The club had particular success in the men’s 60-64 age group where they won all three top medals. Huw Jones took first followed by teammates Mick Donnelly and Geoff Bensley.
Results included:
Jaime Cascajares (1st 40-44 years), Deb Fuller (2nd 60-64), Lindie Shrestha (2nd 50-54), Robyn Darke (3rd 50-54), Sandra Killen (3rd 65-69), Joana Sponsel (3rd 30-34) and Karen Wood (5th 60-64).
Triathalon NSW hasn’t yet computed each club’s points for the round but Deb hopes the Byron team has done enough to stay on top.
‘We are 57 points ahead of the Yamba Tri Club and it was held on their home ground. They had more members participate (which can help with points),’ Deb said.
‘The next race is in Coffs Harbour on 1 February next year, and they are a huge club. They will be out in full force. It’s going to be a tough battle this season.’
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