In 28 pictures: South Lake Junior Triathlon competitors battle on through wind and rain in Craigavon
By Valerie Martin
Published 25th Aug 2024, 14:35 BST
Around 150 determined young people grabbed their goggles, laced up their running shoes and pumped up their tyres for the South Lake Junior Triathlon on Sunday morning.
Despite the wet and cold weather, the hardy competitors – aged from eight to 17 – put their sporting limits to the test at the Craigavon Lakes event.
The triathlon started with a swim, followed by a bike race and ended with a run, with five age categories.
The event was marshalled and coordinated by Down Triathlon Club with additional support from surrounding clubs and community groups.
Photographer Tony Hendron was there to snap some of those who braved the weather for the endurance event.
1. South Lake Junior Triathlon
All smiles with their medals after the 8-9 years South Lake Junior Triathlon are from left, Willow Keown, 1st girl, and twins, Finn and Rory McCullough who finished first and third respectively. PT35-222. Photo: Tony Hendron
2. South Lake Junior Triathlon
The Connolly family pictured at the South Lake Junior Triathlon on Sunday morning. Included are, dad Damien, mum Carly and Eabla (9). PT35-200. Photo: Tony Hendron
3. South Lake Junior Triathlon
Some of the parents and children wo enjoyed the South Lake Junior Triathlon on Sunday morning. PT35-203. Photo: Tony Hendron
4. South Lake Junior Triathlon
All smiles despite the bad weather at the South Lake Junior Triathlon from Catherine Goligher and her children, Jack (7) and Anna (10). PT35-201. Photo: Tony Hendron