Category Archives: TCSD Conversation

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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TCSD Conversation: September 2017 – John Healy

Posted on September 29, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the great pleasure recently to sit down and talk triathlon with one of the TCSD’s earliest members, John Healy. John has been racing triathlons since the earth started to cool. He has seen … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: August 2017 – Hiro Iwamoto

Posted on September 27, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with TCSD member Hiro Iwamoto. Hiro has led an amazing life. His story is sure to inspire you when you face your next challenge. I am so … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: July 2017 – Ian Kelly

Posted on August 26, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I had the real pleasure of talking triathlon with Ian Kelly. Not only did I get to know this great guy in the process, but I learned some funny new words. Among other things, Ian … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: June 2017 – Dee Dee Burton

Posted on July 14, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent Jim McCann was the TCSD President 10 years ago. Many, including me would say Jim built the TCSD. Jim passed away unexpectedly in June 2007 and to honor Jim and Dee Dee, they are the … Continue reading →

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TCSD Conversation: May 2017 – Steve Sutherland

Posted on June 30, 2017 by tricraigz

TCSD Conversation by Craig Zelent I recently talked triathlon with long time TCSD member and USA Triathlon Age Group Committee Chairman Steve Sutherland. Steve gives a ton of his time to our sport and he is absolutely someone you should … Continue reading →

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