Pencoed Junior Triathlon

18th June 2006

Report by Jim Buck

I suppose it falls to me to write the race report for this triathlon, as it was the Buck girls' first triathlon.  We were part of a strong Pembs Tristars Team of around 17 juniors, including long time campaigners, The Matchetts, Watsons, Fitzpatrick-Smiths, Goodes, Lloyds, Withers, Elliot, Luke and Chris Turner.

We were told this was one of the best organised races last year and so it proved to be this time. Conditions were overcast and mainly dry.  The competition was tough with some some very experienced junior triathletes competing. All Pembs competitors gave 100% with the best performances coming from Alex , Megan W, Liam, Jake and the effort award going to Chris Turner who was pleased to think he had finished only to be told he had another lap to go. As for the Buck girls, Eleri had a nasty fall on the bike but kept going, Fleur decided she would do the bike leg in gear 6 because ”she likes that gear!” (some coaching in using your gears I think Claire) and as for Lucy she looked like “Dash” from the Incredibles!

Well done to all those who took part and we look forward to the Pembs Junior Triathlon!

Full results can be found on the Pencoed Triathlon Club website.