About this Event
Join us for the Meet Me At The Finish Line Youth Adaptive Try-athlon on Saturday 9/13/25 at 1301 North Maple Street, Effingham, IL 62401. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or new to the sport, this try-athlon is designed to be inclusive and fun for everyone. The event will start at 9:00 AM Central Daylight Time, so make sure to arrive early to get checked in and warmed up. Race heats will begin every 30 minutes so please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled heat. The course will include a swim, bike, and run, with adaptive equipment available for those who need it or you are encouraged to bring your own equipment. We can't wait to see you at the finish line!
Meet Me At The Finish Line is an event open to all of our young athletes around the community that have mobility deficits or for children who are not afforded the oportunity to participate in community events due to phsyical, social, or emotional barriers. This try-athlon is designed to allow kids the opportunity to push themselves to the limit and inspire self-confidence in mobility while creating memories that will hopefully last a lifetime.
This event is being sponsored by HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, AMBUCS, and the Richard E. Workman Sports Complex.
Adaptive bikes will be supplied by the AMBUCS chapter in Sullivan, IL. The event space is being graciously provided by the Richard E. Workman Sports Complex.
We encourage you to stay for the entire duration of the event to give each and every one of our athletes that boost they need to finish the race and accomplish an amazing feat!
Agenda
🕑: 08:45 AM
Arrival Time
Info: Please arrive 15 minutes early to your heat. Check in at the registration table and collect your shirt. Then proceed to swim area to prepare for heat.
🕑: 08:50 AM
Opening Prayer
Info: We will meet at the Finish Line to complete introduction to the event and opening prayer!
🕑: 09:00 AM
Heat 1
Info: Heat 1 Participants:
🕑: 09:30 AM
HEAT 2
Info: Heat 2 Participants
🕑: 10:00 AM
HEAT 3
Info: Heat 3 Participants
🕑: 10:30 AM
Heat 4
Info: Heat 4 Participants
🕑: 11:00 AM
HEAT 5
Info: Heat 5 Participants
🕑: 11:30 AM
HEAT 6
Info: Heat 6 Participants
🕑: 12:15 PM
Wrap Up
Info: Sending our thanks for all the participants , caregivers, and helpers!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Workman Sports Complex, 1301 North Maple Street, Effingham, United States
USD 0.00
