Stanford University Triathlon Team (SUTT)

Fall 2014 Team Meeting 1 Oct 2014

Who are we? Stanford University • Undergraduate Students • Graduate Students • Postdocs • Faculty • Staff • Alumni • Spouses … who love to swim, bike, and run, recreationally and competitively.

Who are we? Stanford University • Undergraduate Students • Graduate Students • Postdocs • Faculty • Staff • Alumni • Spouses … who love to swim, bike, and run, recreationally and competitively.

Mission Statement • To encourage participation in the sport of triathlon within the Stanford community and provide a venue in which athletes of all abilities can train and develop • To compete as a team at the most elite level in the conference and the nation

Officers • • • • • • •

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President: Shannon Edd Vice President: Ashley Wachtell Treasurer (FO): Clara Meister Treeathlon Director: Lauren Van Wassenhove & David Constant Sponsorship Director: James Gippetti Apparel Director: Andrew Stanley Fundraising Director: Sam Maticka (Fall), Amy King (Winter/Spring) Communication Director: Lenson Pellouchoud

What is a triathlon? • A multisport event consisting of swimming, biking, and running • In-season collegiate races are Sprint Distance • 400 to 750 m swim, 20 km bike, 5 km run

• Championship collegiate races are Olympic Distance • 1500 m swim, 40 km bike, 10 km run

Why should I join SUTT? • Represent Stanford! • Professional coaching and access to the training plan via Training Peaks • Motivated training partners of all levels • Subsidized racing • Exceptional sponsor deals • Team social events – Cool people.

What equipment do I need? • Required equipment – Swimsuit and goggles – Bike and helmet • Team bike rental (contact James Gippetti)

– Running shoes

• Suggested equipment – Bike shorts and jersey – Clipless pedals and bike shoes – Wetsuit

How do I join SUTT? • Fill out forms – Sign a paper waiver (electronic version to follow) – Complete team registration form (online) – Sign a non-disclosure agreement (online)

• Join two mailing lists ([email protected]): – “Triathlon” (official team business) – “Triathlon-misc” (less serious)

• Pay dues • Come to practice and races!

• Driver Forms - See Ashley’s Email

All information is available at https://sites.stanford.edu/triathlon/join

How do I join SUTT? • Fill out forms – Sign a paper waiver (electronic version to follow) – Complete team registration form (online) – Sign a non-disclosure agreement (online)

• Join two mailing lists ([email protected]): – “Triathlon” (official team business) – “Triathlon-misc” (less serious)

• Pay dues • Come to practice and races! All information is available at https://sites.stanford.edu/triathlon/join

Members in “Good Standing” • Complete this: – Sign/complete proper forms – Pay dues – The Stanford Fund duties (students only) – Team jobs (everyone) – Volunteer at Treeathlon (everyone)

• To get this: – Race subsidies, coaching, training plan, sponsorship deals, social events

Team Dues

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Term

Students

Non-Students (incl postdocs)

Fall

$100

$140

Academic Year

$270

$390

Pay by check or cash to Shannon, Ashley, or Clara. Pay online (+$5) DUE: Oct 10th (Next Friday) Separate: USAT Membership (nec’y to score team points) – $45/year – $12?/race

TSF (The Stanford Fund) • TSF gives the team $$ for “volunteering” • Fall Quarter Requirements: – 4 hours of Reunion Homecoming (Oct 23-26) – 8 postcards – 1 letter OR 1 Lunch N Learn

• Winter: – 4 postcards – 1 letter

• Spring: – 4 postcards – 1 letter

• Check your email! (from: Sam/Amy)

Team Jobs • Academic year requirement: – 15 hours team jobs for non-Nationals individuals – 21 hours for Nationals athletes

• What are team jobs and how do I find them? – Emails from Officers – Online “SUTT Extra Team Job Hour Opportunities” Google Spreadsheet

• Accounting: – Officers keep track of these – Please be honest, round to the nearest 0.5 hour – Extra team jobs that earn money for the team money toward your Nationals trip

Treeathlon • March 7-8th, 2015 • DL and Classic events • Need your help!

Coordinator Positions: Marketing/Community Swim Bike Run Transition Saplingathlon

Parking Packet Pickup Volunteer Coordinator Post Race-Expo Safety Race Emcee

Stanford Triathlon Team 2015 Treeathlon

Race Details • Saturday, March 7, 2015 Draft-Legal • Sunday, March 8, 2015 Treeathlon & Saplingathlon • Sprint Distance – 500 m (0.31 mi) swim – 20 km (12 mi) bike – 5 km (3.1 mi) run

• Pacific Shores and Westpoint Harbor Marina, Redwood City, CA

Saplingathlon? Name

Age

Bike (mi)

Run (mi)

Firewood

11-12

3.6

1.2

Twigs

9-10

2.4

0.6

Pinecones

7-8

1.2

0.25

Acorns

6 & under

0.5

0.1

Coordinator Positions • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Marketing/Community Sponsorship-James Gipetti Swim Bike Run Transition Saplingathlon – Lisa Boxer Parking/Traffic – Lenson Pellouchoud Packet Pickup Volunteer Coordinator Post Race-Expo Safety Race Emcee – Ian Stearns

Coordinators still needed!

Treeathlon Director in Training • An opportunity to be mentored by Dave and Lauren • Excellent to put on your Resume • Commitment to team and to be Director in 2016

Saplingathlon Shirt Design Contest • Designs Due October 31st!

Questions? Lauren Van Wassenhove [email protected] (765) 860-2090 David Constant [email protected] (206)-310-7324 2015 Treeathlon Race Directors

• Team pays for:

Race Subsidies

– Race registration (up to collegiate entry amount) – Hotel – Vehicle fuel (if follow race coordinator’s carpool plan)

• $20 Co-pay per race (exl. drivers) • Fall: – 1 race (UCLA IronBruin or Salmon Duathlon)

• Winter: – 3 WCCTC races – WCCTC Championship

• Nationals (later) • Spring & Summer (1 race each): – $50 reimbursement toward Wildflower Olympic Race, Age Group Nationals, or a “team focus” summer race (TBD) – Must pay dues within the quarter of reimbursement

• Must be “on track” per quarter for TSF and Team Jobs to get reimbursed

What you need for reimbursement • Team Reimbursement Form • Active.com Receipt • Email from Active.com • Active.com event page **Checks cannot be mailed to a Stanford PO Box** • Scan and email to Clara or turn them into team mailbox by 5 pm on Thursday after race

Nationals • Clemson, SC – April 24-25, 2015 • All “speeds” welcome! • Team provides financial support (details later) – Greater support for selected “top athletes” – Selection based on performance at in-season and WCCTC Championship races

• Requirements for eligibility – Must be a full-time student for at least one quarter

• Watch email for interest meeting soon

Sponsorship Deals

• Check email for order information from James Gippetti

Social events • Fall: – Oct 19th 11am to 1pm - Fall “Retreat” • Scavenger hunt + BBQ + training plan info!

• Winter: – Beginner dinner

• Spring: – End of Year Banquet

Athletic Trainer • Full time students (grad & undergrad) – FREE! :D

• Ken Look – Office Hours TBD – Start Oct 8 – AOERC Basement

• Complete 3 forms: – – – –

Ken Look [email protected]

HIPAA Form http://cardinalrec.stanford.edu/clubsports/forMedical Consent Form current-teams/athletic-training/ Health Questionnaire *Accident report if injured during practice/competition

• Streamlined referral to Dr. Fredericson 

Dr. Michael Fredericson

Coaching • Coaches’ Office Hours (start this Friday 10/3) • Student Coaching – Email me if interested • Tuesday Alternate (trainer) Ride (5:30-7) • Thursday Alternate Run (5:30 – 7 ?) • Sunday Brick (9-noon)

– Meeting later for interested individuals

• Officer Coaching – Other “fill-in” workouts – Email misc list if you want to go at a different time

Weekly Schedule Day

Time

Activity

Monday

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Swim – Aerobic

5:00 – 6:00 PM Tuesday

Coached?

Run - Recovery

Location Avery Aquatic Center Stanford Track

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Bike – Road bikes only

Ford/Burnham

Coach

5:30 – 7:00 PM

Alternate Bike (on trainers)

Ford/Burnham

Student Coach

on your own

Swim – Optional/Recovery

Coach Officer

5:00 – 6:00 PM

Run – Optional

Avery Aquatic Center Stanford Track

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Run – Tempo & Strength

Stanford Track

Coach

5:30 – 7:00 PM

Run – Alternate

Stanford Track

Student Coach

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Swim – Technique

Avery Aquatic Center

Coach (x2)

4:30 – 6:00 PM

Bike – Beginner Ride

Ford/Burnham

Officer

Saturday

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Bike – Long

Ford/Burnham

Sunday

9:00 – 10:30 AM

Bike – Moderate

10:30 – 12 Noon

Run – Hill/Brick

Wednesday 7:45 – 9:30 AM

Thursday

Friday

Swim – Distance

Ford/Burnham

Coach Officer

Student Coach

Coaches Gina Kehr Bruce Smith • Longtime swim coach (PASA co-founder) • Triathlete – Ironman and Ultraman • Officially classifies mountains as “bumps”

• Former collegiate swimmer & pro triathlete • Multiple top-10 finishes at Kona Ironman World Championships • Wears parkas in the summer

Weekly Schedule Day

Time

Activity

Monday

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Swim – Aerobic

5:00 – 6:00 PM Tuesday

Coached?

Run - Recovery

Location Avery Aquatic Center Stanford Track

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Bike – Road bikes only

Ford/Burnham

Coach

5:30 – 7:00 PM

Alternate Bike (on trainers)

Ford/Burnham

Student Coach

on your own

Swim – Optional/Recovery

Coach Officer

5:00 – 6:00 PM

Run – Optional

Avery Aquatic Center Stanford Track

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Run – Tempo & Strength

Stanford Track

Coach

5:30 – 7:00 PM

Run – Alternate

Stanford Track

Student Coach

7:45 – 9:30 AM

Swim – Technique

Avery Aquatic Center

Coach (x2)

4:30 – 6:00 PM

Bike – Beginner Ride

Ford/Burnham

Officer

Saturday

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Bike – Long

Ford/Burnham

Sunday

9:00 – 10:30 AM

Bike – Moderate

10:30 – 12 Noon

Run – Hill/Brick

Wednesday 7:45 – 9:30 AM

Thursday

Friday

Swim – Distance

Ford/Burnham

Coach Officer

Student Coach

Training Peaks

Cycling Safety

Cycling Safety •

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Carry a flat kit • New tube or patch • Tire levers • Pump or CO2 Ride two abreast at most Keep right unless passing (pass on the left) Use the bike lane when available Point out obstacles/debris on the road DO NOT cross the centerline (marked or unmarked) Signal and vocalize (stopping/slowing, turning, maneuvering in the pack)

Team Goals 2014-15 • • • • •

Every member complete one race this year Continue to build undergrad program Continue to build women’s team “Be a Power House” at WCCTC Build on our individual and team 2014 Collegiate Nationals results • Win Wildflower Collegiate competition • Stanford presence at USAT Age Group Nationals 2015 • Represent Stanford to the best of our abilities, on and off the race course

Dates to Remember • Fall – – – – – – –

Oct 3: Coaching Office Hours begin Oct 10: Dues due Oct 19: Fall “Retreat” (scavenger hunt + BBQ) Oct 23-26: Homecoming Nov 1: Salmon Duathlon Nov 8-9: UCLA IronBruin Triathlon (DL and Classic) Nov ?: Nationals Interest Meeting

• Winter – March 7-8: Treeathlon

• Spring – April 24-25: USAT Collegiate Nationals

Training Plans • Level I – Athletes with less than 2 years experience in Triathlon and limited background in swimming, running, and biking who may want to compete at collegiate races – 4 to 6 workouts per week

• Level III – Athletes with 2 to 3 years triathlon experience or 2+ years as a varsity athlete in swimming, running, or biking who want to compete at collegiate races and score points at Conference – 6 to 9 practices per week

• Level V – Athletes with 3+ years triathlon experience and may have multiple years experience as a varsity athlete in swimming, running, or biking who want to compete at collegiate races, score points at Conference, and be on the National Team – 9 to 12 workouts per week

• You may follow different training groups for different disciplines!