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The 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games Triathlon competition will run from 17–19 April , bringing together emerging Academy talent from across NSW.

Supported by Triathlon NSW, the event showcases the next generation of athletes, and highlights the strength of regional triathlon pathways.

Families and supporters can follow all the action with race times and results accessible throughout the tournament.

The event also provides a valuable development opportunity for coaches within the Academy system.

Swim – 250m
Location: Tamworth Pool

Run to Bike Transition (T1) – 400m
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Bike Course – 6.5km total
White Arrow – 5 laps

Run Course – 2 laps (Parklands)
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Final Run Lap & Finish – Total run distance: 1.7km
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Saturday, 18th April

TIME

EVENT

LOCATION

6:30am

Registration/Athlete Check in Open

No.1 Oval

7:30am

Transition Open

Transition

8:10am

Transition Closes

Transition

8:20am

Athlete Welcome & Briefing

No.1 Oval

9:00am

Individual Draft Legal Heat 1

Swim Start

9:30am

Individual Draft Legal Heat 2

Swim Start

10:00am

Individual Draft Legal Heat 3

Swim Start

10:30am

BREAK

BREAK

11:30am

Individual Draft Legal Heat 4

Swim Start

12:00pm

Individual Draft Legal Heat 5

Swim Start

12:30pm

Individual Draft Legal Heat 6

Swim Start

1:30pm

Day 1 Complete

No.1 Oval

Sunday, 19th April

TIME

EVENT

LOCATION

7:45am

Registration/Athlete Check In Open

No. 1 Oval

8:00am

Transition Open

Transition

8:35am

Transition Closes

Transition

8:45am

Athlete Welcome & Briefing

No1. Oval

9:00am

Individual Draft Legal B Final

Swim Start

9:40am

Individual Draft Legal A Final

Swim Start

10:30am

Presentations

No.1 Oval

 

The Triathlon competition will be conducted across two race days, with athletes progressing through heats and finals based on cumulative performance. 
 

Age Categories

Athletes will compete in the following categories based on year of birth:
  • Junior: Born 2008, 2009, 2010
  • Youth: Born 2011, 2012, 2013

Saturday – Heats (Race 1 & Race 2)

  • All athletes will compete in two races on Saturday.
  • Combined (accumulated) times from both races will determine qualification into Sunday’s finals.

Sunday – Finals

  • Athletes will be placed into either an A Final or B Final based on their combined times.
  • The B Final will be contested first, followed by the A Final.

 

Female Participation Requirement:

  • A minimum of three female athletes is required in the A Final.
  • If fewer than three qualify, additional female athletes may be elevated from the B Final, or final placements will be adjusted accordingly.
 

Final Placings

Final rankings will be determined as follows:
  • Placings are primarily taken from the A Final.
  • If an age category has fewer athletes in the A Final, remaining placings will be determined by the highest finishers in the B Final.
Medals will be awarded in each category:
  • Female Youth: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
  • Female Junior: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
  • Male Youth: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
  • Male Junior: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
 

All-Star / Fantasy Mixed Team Relay

In place of a traditional Mixed Relay event, an All-Star / Fantasy Mixed Team Relay will be conducted:
  • Each academy’s team will consist of the top two male athletes and top one female athlete, based on final results.
  • Team rankings will be determined by the combined final times of these three athletes.
  • The three fastest teams will be awarded final placings.

Timing Chips

Please check that your timing chip and race number in your race pack are correct (note that these numbers may be different). You will be issued a new timing chip on Sunday for the relay, so please return your chip after the Finals on Saturday. A fee will be charged for any unreturned timing chips. Timing chips must be worn on your left ankle.

Registration

Registration will open from 6:30am on Saturday and 7:00am on Sunday. At registration, your name will be checked off, your race number confirmed, and you will be issued with your timing chip and race numbers.

Transition

Transition will open when registration begins and will close before the race briefing. After the heats, there will be an allocated time to reset your transition area. Please remember to bring your transition billycan or box. There is a 400m run between the swim and bike transition, so bringing a second pair of running shoes is recommended.

Race Tattoos

You will be provided with a race tattoo to wear on your left upper arm. Paper towels will be available to assist with application. Remove the clear cover from the tattoo, place it ink side down on clean skin, and place a wet paper towel over the tattoo until the paper is completely wet. Leave the towel on for at least 30 seconds before removing it along with the backing paper. Tattoos may be left on for Sunday’s race; however, a new tattoo will also be provided on Sunday morning.

Race Number Stickers

Race number stickers will be included in your pack. These must be placed around your seat post with the number facing out the back of the bike, and on your helmet before entering transition. Pump and bag drop number stickers are optional. You must have your helmet number applied to enter transition and collect your bike.

Race Briefing

The race briefing is a compulsory part of race day and must be attended by all athletes. It will be held 15 minutes before race start.

Swim Cap

You will receive a swim cap to wear during the swim leg of the triathlon. Please bring your swim cap back on Sunday for the relay race.

Preparation

Coaches/Managers should ensure athletes are suitably warmed up and prepared prior to the beginning of their race. Athletes are encouraged to ensure sufficient fluid intake prior to their races and are required to wear full Academy uniform. 

Injuries

A physiotherapist and first aid personnel will be available at the venue. Access should be through your Manager. All injuries must be reported to Managers. Officials are responsible for the transport, treatment, and care of injured athletes.

Rules

The rules for the Academy Games are determined by Triathlon NSW. All Academies are expected to be familiar with these rules. A copy of the rules can be downloaded from the Academy Games website: NSW Triathlon Rules.

Officials

Officials and volunteers are committed to supporting the Games. They must be treated with courtesy and respect at all times. Abuse of officials or volunteers will not be tolerated.

Spirit of Play

All athletes and officials are expected to observe the “spirit of sport” and adhere to the Academies’ Code of Conduct. Athletes who do not follow these requirements will not be permitted to participate further in the Games.

CCAS

Alicia Lees, Elodie Heathwood, Eva Mowbray, Ezra Dowey, Mason Pellatt, Thomas Rice.

HAS

Benjamin Cowen, Caine Platt, Charles Porch, Ethan Graber, Jack Adams, Joey Lim, Lachlan Apps, Samuel Ferguson, Samuel Grebert.

NCAS

Anise Dawkins, Blake Van eck, Elke Dawkins, John Haveland.

SWSAS

Ruby Fuller, Matthew Fosse

WSAS

Isaac Chapman, Jack Luscombe, Alexander Mackie, Jazlyn Reid, Zayden Rothwell, Flynn Weber

WRAS

Maxwell Horne, Henry Kay, Emily Stone, Tilly Thornton

ROSTA

Anastasia Lamb, Cate McCulloch, Olivia Fraser, Liam Ward, Koby Hellyer, Thomas Ashley

For enquiries related to Triathlon at the 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games, please contact:

Jared Kahlefeldt 
[email protected]

Bridget Butterfield
[email protected]

Luke Field
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