Hey Team!
As of today – our Cycle and Triathlon teammates are two weeks away from riding/competing in their event!
On June 8th, 2014, teammates Amy Johnson, Britt Meighan, John Didlott, Karen Mattes, Susan Jacobs Neff, Ted Nikolai, Tim Hamburger, and Todd Jenkins will complete the Sunday in June Century ride in Burton, OH. They will be lead by Coach Larry Jenkins.
On June 8th, 2014, Percella Gualtieri, Rhonda Hillis, Hailey Dunn, John Lowry, Christa McCabe, Kelly Jackson and Paul Curtin will complete the Subway Fresh Fit Sprint Triathlon. They will be supported by Coach Robin Muskopf.
TNT VOLUNTEERS FUNDRAISE THROUGH:
Running … to help make cures happen
Walking … to improve quality of life for patients
Swimming … to help save lives
Biking … for easy access to healthcare and
Hiking … for availability of patient information and aid
Flash Mobbing… to spread awareness ( check this out)
Runners and Walkers
Come out and join us this Thursday, May 29th, 2014 at 6:00PM for a fun run with Coach Charlie at Antrim Park Deck! This is a celebratory run/walk of the Spring season, but also a wonderful opportunity for our Fall season teammates to come out and experience TEAM. After the run/walk – the group will migrate to a local watering hole for happy hour/delicious food.
Ready to sign up for another amazing season with TNT?
Sign up today for:
New Albany Walking Classic – Walk 6.2 or 13.1 Miles – September 7th, 2014
Nation’s Triathlon – Sprint or Olympic – September 7th, 2014
Tour De Chocolate Town – 63 or 100 Miles – September 7th, 2014
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Half and Full Marathon – Walk or Run 13.1 or 26.2 Miles – October 19th, 2014
Nike Women’s Half Marathon San Francisco – Walk or Run 13.1 Miles – October 19th, 2014
Triathletes and Cyclist
Please don’t forget that swimming is at 7:45PM on Wednesday and 8:00PM on Sunday!
Unable to make it to one of the swim sessions? There are many facilities to choose from!
Aquatic Adventures: http://www.aquaticadventuresohio.com/
Worthington Pools: http://www.worthingtonpools.com/
* In need of a bike? Contact your coaches for advice on what type you should be looking for! ALSO – if you’re looking at a bike from Roll: – let staff know so that we can share the needed documentation for discounts!
Fundraising:
“How do I submit check donations?”
This is a GREAT question! You will need to download the MyLLS App.
Fundraising IDEA/SUGGESTION :
We are all on a great path to getting our funds raised as. Some of us are done or nearly done. And so many of you have made huge strides in the past few weeks. In an attempt to help you fundraise, staff has put together some opportunities!
The Glo Run – http://www.signupgenius.com/go/805054AA5A62AAA8-theglo
The Glo Run 5K is back for a second year – and ready to make it bigger and better than last year. How will this happen? With the help of rock star volunteers like yourself! For every volunteer that helps, the Glo Run will donate $28.50 back to LLS.
Event Tasks:
Tasks will be assigned upon arrival at the event. Volunteer tasks include: registration, body painting, on course marshalling/cheering or on course DJ station dancing.
Subway Fresh Fit Triathlon – www.SignUpGenius.com/go/805054AA5A62AAA8-subway
We are in need of 12 volunteers to help with the bike course of the triathlon on June 8th, 2014 at Alum Creek State Park. You will stand at your assigned location, and ensure bikers are able to safey traverse the course. This means stopping cars from turning out in front of athletes from neighbor streets/smaller streets along the course. You will receive a safety vest/flag.
Teammate Fundraisers:
This section is your space to add in any upcoming fundraisers that you’re putting together. Planning a restaurant takeover? Selling football squares? Hosting a jewelry party? Whatever your fundraiser is, you can share it here with all of your teammates.
Are you interested in a place to display all of your newly earned medals? If so, Rhonda Hillis is creating these amazing medal holders for those interested – with all profits going towards LLS! If you’re interested, please contact Rhonda atrhillis@fmsarchitects.com AND take a peek at the PDF attached titled “Medal Display Fundraiser.”
The wait is over for Choc. Dipped Berries (or Buckeyes)! Joyce will have them available at Sat. Training or people can contact her on FB to order. Price same as last year $1 each or 6 for $5. Trust us – they’re worth every penny!
What’s more fun than a tutu? RUNNING in a tutu!
Teammate Deb Montag is selling tutus to raise funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training to aid in the research to find a cure for blood cancer. You can reach out to her atDeb.Montag@rexnord.com to place an order for a specialty tutu!
And guys…we all know real men aren’t afraid to wear one. Check out this video on how one man made a difference with a sense of humor and a pink tutu. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln3Gg5lNKcg
Team in Training Central Ohio Chapter: https://www.facebook.com/TNTcoh
* Have you joined your associate TEAM forum? It’s a great place to connect with your coaches, fellow teammate, team hero and share training/fundraising opportunities.
TNT Fall Season Training Forum 2014: https://www.facebook.com/groups/505980129508405/
Central Ohio Chapter Team in Training Blog 