I have to write a newsletter blurb for my tri club. This is just a draft.
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We come together as a triathlon club to train and race
together. We continue to support
multisport and honor the challenge of each race we take on. Training can become extremely competitive, but
it is expected that we always, always, conduct ourselves, both individually and
as a club, in a manner of good sportsmanship.
It should go without saying that it is an athlete’s
responsibility to understand and comply with all USAT rules at any race. Rules, though at times feel like an inconvenience
or even an obstruction to optimum race performance, exist for our safety. Rules make the race an “even playing field” for all athletes and
ultimately a fair, competitive challenge for all.
As a local triathlon club in the greater Houston area, our logo is known to many. We all have heard our share of, “Go BAM!” from
the sidelines from people who don’t even know us, but just remember our Jerseys! It’s a
good feeling to have so many supporters on a race course simply because we have
an easily remembered name that is fun to shout; it's free press! We have a good reputation for being a
friendly, welcoming club that accepts everyone at every level and shares
knowledge across the board. However,
with that notoriety comes the responsibility to maintain proper
conduct, because it is just as easy to remember BAM! in the not-so-flattering
scenarios too.
As the triathlon season approaches we remind everyone that
conducting ourselves in a manner of good sportsmanship is just as important as
going for that podium spot. Character
is what you do when no one is watching; it is the combination of
mental and ethical traits marking a person. It is what guides you toward taking honorable action, in spite of the final outcome.
Healthy competition is awesome, but a true “win” is only a win
when it is earned on fair, competitive ground.
When we proudly wear our BAM! jerseys on race day, there is no mistaking the spirit and camaraderie we share – everyone can
sense it. We are not like other clubs…
and THAT is precisely what makes our club so inviting to others.
Train hard.
Be proud. Be strong. Be competitive. Be honorable.
Be the model of a well-rounded triathlete who
belongs to a kick-ass club!
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