Springfield Kids Triathlon

SUMMER FUN FOR KIDS!

In Play Productions is pleased to present the 12th annual Springfield Kids Triathlon (formerly known as the HSHS St. Johns Children Hospital and SCHEELS Kids Triathlon). This event is a fun and exciting challenge for kids ages 6 to 15. All registrants receive a finisher’s medal, event t-shirt and refreshments, as well as a chance to win an age group award. 

The Course:  The swim will be held in the Nelson Center's 50-meter pool. The bike is around Lincoln Park, and the run takes place on a grass field in Lincoln Park. 

NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION! 

Cutoff to register is Wednesday, July 16, 11:59 PM. 

CATEGORIES

Micro Mini Tri:  Ages 6-9     Mini Tri:  Ages 6-15     Super Sprint Tri: Ages 10-15

Run Courses

Please review the run course maps.
The course will be open to local park attendees and traffic.
Each course will be marked in advance using arrows, signs, and/or cones.
Race marshals will be out on the course, however, racers should pay attention to their surroundings and race accordingly.
There will be water at the water stop. Please deposit trash in a trash can or carry with you to deposit in a trash can later.

Bike Course & Road Hazards 

Please review the bike course maps.
The course will be open to local park attendees and traffic.
Each course will be marked in advance using arrows, signs, and/or cones.
Main intersections will have traffic control with race marshals, but racers should pay attention to their surroundings and race accordingly.
Although all attempts have been made to make your event safe and successful, giving your attention to this issue will ensure that you are prepared for conditions.
It is your responsibility to know your course. Your safety and success depends on knowing the course and your riding abilities. Ride fit, smart, and be aware of the terrain, other racers, and traffic.

Restrooms - Restrooms are located in the Nelson Center and on the park grounds.  There are no on-course facilities due to the relatively short distances.

First Aid/Medical - Medical personnel will be on site. Emergency services can be reached at 911.

General

All youth participants shall compete based upon their age on the day of the event.
Race officials reserve the right to require proof of age from each participant in the form of a birth certificate or other official proof of age document.  Failure to produce a proof of age document may result in disqualification from the event.
Unsportsmanlike conduct on the part of participants or their parents and supporters will not be allowed.  Participants must treat others with courtesy and respect.  No rude, abusive, or discourteous language or behavior will be tolerated.
Participants must complete the prescribed course in its entirety. 
No personal audio devices or headsets may be used or carried during any portion of the event.
No unauthorized assistance of any kind is allowed.  Parents or other non-participants may not run or ride a bicycle with a participant.
Race numbers must be displayed at all times.  Cyclists must display their bike numbers and runners must wear their bib numbers.
Torso must be covered during bike and run events.

Swim

Proper swimwear must be worn. Goggles should be worn. No goggles will be provided.
No flotation devices of any kind may be used during the swim.
No artificial propulsive devices such as fins, paddles, or gloves may be used.
Swimmers must be able to complete the entire course using any stroke.
Swim caps are not required. 
Participants must follow instructions given by lifeguards and officials.

Transition

During the event, the transition area is open to participants only.  The event organizers, at their discretion, may allow one parent to accompany the participant to aid in setting up their transition, but when transition closes for competition to begin, only participants and race officials may enter transition.  Finishers may not retrieve gear until all participants have finished.
Competition apparel (shoes, socks, shirts) must be placed next to the bicycle at the rack and may not be taken to the pool or swim start area.
Bicycles may be racked in the assigned area, by the handlebars, the seat, in wooden racks by tire slots, or by using the kickstand.  Bikes placed on kickstands must be in the designated area, in line with other bikes, and may not extend out into the lane of travel.
Participants may not interfere with other participants’ gear.
After completing the cycling portion, participants must return bicycles to an upright position in the same assigned location before beginning the run portion.
No riding bicycles in transition.  Participants must walk or run with their bicycles and may not mount until out of transition and in the designated mount zone.

Bike

The bicycle must be road worthy and in safe operating condition.
The bicycle shall have two wheels.  No training wheels are allowed.
There must be at least one working brake on each of the two wheels unless the bicycle was manufactured with only one brake, in which case, the working brake shall be on the rear wheel.
The bicycle may be on-road, off-road or youth style.  No recumbent style bicycles are allowed.
Only standard drop, straight, or curved handlebars are allowed.  No aero or time trial bars may be attached to the bike or used during competition.  All handlebars ends shall be solidly plugged.
Race officials reserve the right to disallow any bicycle deemed unsafe.  Any unusual bicycle must be approved by race officials prior to competition.
Cyclists must wear a helmet approved by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission for road cyclists age 6 and older.  No time trial, “chrono,” or “aero” helmets with a tail may be used.  The helmet must be securely fastened prior to mounting the bicycle and at all times while riding the bicycle.  The helmet may not be unfastened and removed until the participant has completely dismounted.
Cyclists shall wear shoes at all times while on the bike.
Cyclists shall ride in a safe manner, which includes: Riding on the right side of the lane;
Riding no closer than two bike lengths distance behind a leading cyclist;
Passing on the left of the slower cyclist;
Riding in a straight line without swerving, veering, or blocking the forward progress of other cyclists.
Race officials may remove and disqualify any cyclist who appears to ride or behave in an unsafe manner.

Run - Participants shall run or walk the entire course. Participants shall wear shoes at all times while on the run course.

Parking, Traffic Control & Exit

Parking is allowed in designated parking areas only; vehicles are prohibited from parking on the grass.

The course will be open to park traffic.  Race marshals will be on the course but racers should pay attention to their surroundings and race accordingly.   

 Each course will be marked in advance using arrows, signs, and/or cones.

Packet Pickup & Transition

All packets need to be picked up on race day morning from 7:00 am – 8:30 am @ Lincoln Park
All racers must be a USAT member to participate. No Exceptions.
Athletes may only pick up their own packets. USAT POLICY.

Numbers & Markings: 

Packets will contain 2 separate race numbers. The sticker number is to be attached to the bike frame.
This number will be utilized for race identification and to allow the removal of your bike from the transition area
The bib number can be attached to your shirt with the enclosed pins or may be worn on a number belt during the bike and run portion. The bib must be worn at all times on the run.

No bike will be removed from the transition area without proper identification that correlates to body markings and bib numbers.  No exceptions
Body marking is done by the racer or parent following posted guidelines using a black permanent marker.  Please do not apply any sunscreen or lotions until you have been marked.

Timing Chips:

Timing chips will be distributed at packet pickup.
Please wear the timing chip on your left ankle so it does not interfere with your chain rings.
You are responsible for your chip’s return.

Race Policies

A Mandatory Pre-Race meeting is scheduled 15 minutes before the start of each race.

Please take the time to read the information and understand its contents and intent. 

A Message from the Head Referee to all age-group competitors:
          Welcome to this USA Triathlon-sanctioned event. You are racing under the USAT Competitive Rules. To minimize misunderstandings on race day, the following is a summary of Position Rules, which everyone can easily remember:

-Ride on the right side of your lane.
-Pass on the left of the cyclist in front, never on the right.
-Remember you are racing in a USA Triathlon-sanctioned event and there are course marshals on the course to ensure fairness in the competition. 

Marshals commonly cite the following violations:

-Blocking – left side riding and impeding the forward progress of another competitor
-Illegal Pass – passing on the right.
-All bicycles must have appropriate handlebar end plugs. No athlete will be able to race without them. 
-While on your bike, always have your chinstrap securely fastened – before, during, and after the event! The chin strap rule is easy to follow, so don’t forget – that’s a DQ!
-Make sure your helmet is a CPSC-approved model. All helmets legally sold in the US are CPSC approved but if you purchased your helmet in a different country it might be illegal for use in sanctioned events.
-Wear your race numbers, don’t leave your trash on the course, and don’t carry or use any portable audio devices.
-Remember to treat other athletes, volunteers, and officials with courtesy and consideration. Failure to do so is called Unsportsmanlike Conduct and you will be disqualified.

Listening Devices

Based on USAT rules no listening devices will be permitted on the courses. While these may aid your training, they make you and others around you unsafe on race day. You will be disqualified if you choose to ignore this rule. The safety of everyone on the course is our #1 goal. Keep your tunes for training. NO EXCEPTIONS, NO DEBATES, NO REFUNDS.
If you are injured during the event, a listening device cancels any insurance claim.

Race results will be posted here.

We are always paying close attention to the weather. We are not able to predict changes to the race until race morning. On race morning, we will make decisions as early as we can and notify athletes and volunteers by email and through our event pages.  Our goal is to provide a safe opportunity for everyone.

If there is thunder and lightning, the race will be delayed and you will be asked to wait in your cars, or under appropriate cover. If it is raining, we plan to continue with the event and will make modifications as needed. 

We will provide any updates at the earliest possible time. Please do not contact us on race morning. We will be very busy planning and setting up the race course. We will be unable to return emails or phone calls. You can help us by being flexible.  Let’s all have a great day of it and enjoy this wonderful opportunity.

Finish & Transition Area
No bike or gear should be removed without proper identifying race numbers.
All racer's parents are required understand the USAT rules and waivers.

Food & Refreshments
Post race snacks will be available for athletes. 
Fluids will be available on site and along the course.

Award Presentations
Top 3 Male and Female Awards: 

Micro Mini participants
Mini participants
Sprint participants

Age Group Awards:

Micro Mini participants 6-7 yrs
Mini participants 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15
Sprint participants 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15

Donations will be used for race enhancements.