Category Archives: TCSD Conversation

TCSD Conversation: September 2018 – AJ Lawson

Posted on October 5, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with one of TCSD’s most active volunteers, AJ Lawson. I originally met AJ when we sang Christmas Carols at local assisted living homes and also while serving … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: August 2018 – Andy Thacher

Posted on September 7, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I recently had the pleasure of talking triathlon with TCSD member Andy Thacher. Andy has done more races than any person I know. This interview will be published just after Andy represents Team USA at … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: June 2018 – Keith Benline

Posted on June 25, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with Keith Benline. Keith is a long time member and sponsor of TCSD as the owner of Robert’s Auto Service. Keith is passionate about giving back to … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: May 2018 – Tami Threet

Posted on May 25, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with TCSD member Tami Threet. Tami has been a great volunteer for TCSD over the years. This year she stepped up and served as Coordinator for our … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: April 2018 – Mark Alfaro

Posted on April 30, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I recently got the chance to talk triathlon with Mark Alfaro, TCSD’s new Track Coach. We are so lucky to have Mark coaching us. It is always great to such good volunteer leaders like Mark. … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: March 2018 – Guto Antunes

Posted on April 6, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the opportunity recently to talk triathlon with TCSD member Guto Antunes. I think you’ll enjoy getting to know this great guy who has learned to balance family, a challenging career in the banking … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: February 2018 – Jack Shannon

Posted on March 20, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with Jack Shannon. Jack has been leading the Pannikin Ride for a few years and is an instrumental member of our club. I’m certain you will enjoy … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: December 2017 – 2017 World Championships

Posted on February 10, 2018 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent For this edition of TCSD Conversation I spoke to our members who raced World Championship events in 2017. My hope is that more of our members will race the qualifying events. This is a great … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: November 2017 – Anne Quadrini Rogers

Posted on December 5, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I have known Anne Quadrini Rogers for a few years, but got to know her much better from our trip this summer to USA Triathlon Nationals in Omaha. Anne is one of my favorite people … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: October 2017 – Diane Ridgway

Posted on October 28, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with TCSD member Diane Ridgway. Diane has accomplished a lot in her endurance career from ultramarathons to Ironman. Diane recently won her age group at Ironman Wisconsin … Continue reading →

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