The Marauder Triathlon Family - Written by Laura Sinclair

Check out this article in The Silhouette that sports writer, and former Mactrack athlete, Laura Sinclair wrote on the Triathletes from Mac; who train side by side with the varsity runners and swimmers.

The Marauder Triathlon Family

Much accreditation to varsity coaches Paula Schnurr, Rory Sneyd, Pete Self, and Andrew Cole.

Current and past triathletes from McMaster:

Sean Bechtel
Andrew Yorke
Lionel Sanders
Taylor Reid
John Rasmussen
Andrew Bysice
Taylor Forbes
Austen Forbes
Blair Morgan
Rui Xu
Andrew Beardsall
Connor Darlington
Calum Coley
Reid Burrows
Connor Gillespie-Friesen
Marty Whelan

(May be missing a few name)

FISU Cross Country Championships 2014

Early this morning, on the other side of the globe, our own Blair Morgan lined up against the top University Cross Country athletes from all over the world. With the Canadian team, he travelled to Entebbe, Uganda to proudly sport the red and white singlet.

Part of the 6th-place Canadian Men's team, he finished in 43rd place in the sweltering low 30-degree weather. Alumnus Victoria Coates also competed in the Women's race, finishing 14th-place and helping the Canadian Women earn a bronze medal.

Congratulations to both Blair and Victoria for fantastic performances! We are so proud!

Article on Trackie: http://www.trackie.com/track-and-field/Articles/canadian-womens-team-captured-the-team-bronze-medal-at-fisu/12080/

Full Results: http://www.trackie.com/track-and-field/results_docs/fisu-cross-country-championships2014-03-22-12-58-16.pdf

Captain Blair Morgan sets sails for FISU Cross country 2014 in Entebbe, Uganda

Blair had a breakthrough season this past fall posting stellar performances in the championship season. 

At the OUA Cross Country championships, hosted by his own Marauders, he claimed 7th place and OUA All-star recognition. Even though his stud performance came as a surprise to his competitors, and even himself, 2 weeks later at the CIS Cross country championships he proved that it was no fluke. He placed 11th at the CIS Cross Country championships and claimed 2nd team All-Canadian status.

under the circumstances, Blair was invited to be apart of team Canada as they travel to Entebbe, Uganda to compete in the FISU Cross Country championships on Saturday, March 22nd.

So Blair, we all have just one question... "Got a little captain in you?"

Join me in wishing Captain Morgan the best of luck! (Whilst standing on one leg of course)

 

Relay For Life 2014!

Only one week to go until McMaster hosts the annual Relay For Life on Friday March 14th! From 7pm until 7am, there will be at least one member of the McMaster Cross Country and Track teams walking, or more likely running, around the outdoor track. Last year we raised $1601.90 for the Canadian Cancer Society, and our goal is to surpass that this year! To pledge the team, or someone on the team, follow this link. To join the team, follow this link.
We'll do out best to keep you updated on our mileage and shenanigans throughout the night, either on the blog or on twitter.

The 2013 overnight relay crew.