Member Spotlights

I recently talked with Blair Cannon about his recent swim from Catalina to the mainland.  Please join me as we get to know this amazing athlete and even better member of our community.

 

The TCSD is comprised of many great volunteers.  Among the leading volunteers is Darrell Steele.   I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon and life with Darrell.  Please join me as we get to know this great guy.

 

 

I had the pleasure recently of talking triathlon with TCSD member Brandon Mills.  After a long quest with a handful of near misses Brandon finally secured his slot at the Ironman World Championships in Kona.  Please join me as we get to know this very determined guy.

 

I have had the good fortune of being friends with Tom Piszkin for many years.  Please feel free to eavesdrop on an entertaining conversation with one of the TCSD’s all-time great legends.

 

 

I recently talked triathlon with TCSD member, Vanessa Homyak.  Vanessa is the ultimate volunteer.  Please read on and get to know this very giving lady.

I had the chance recently to sit down and talk triathlon with TCSD Vice President, John Hill.  Please join me as we get to know this great guy who has played a key role in making our club the best in the world.

 

 

I had the chance recently to sit down and talk triathlon with TCSD member and owner of Rehab United, Bryan Hill.  Please join me as we get to know this great guy who found his calling to help others at a very young age.

 

I recently had a great time talking triathlon with Renee and Gino Cinco. Over the years they both have done a lot for the Tri Club and our community. I am certain you will enjoy their story and sense of humor.

 

At a Glance

Summary: A former All-American 800m runner from Nebraska, Mike Clinch became one of TCSD’s fastest athletes and its bike coach — a B&L bike fitter and TriJuniors coach driven by faith, friendships, and a refusal to quit even through his most painful races.

Highlights
  • TCSD bike coach and one of the club’s top athletes
  • All-American at 800m (1:51.33) for Nebraska Wesleyan
  • Raced the 2008 ITU Age Group World Championships in Vancouver
  • Assistant coach for the TriJuniors youth program
  • Professional bike fitter at B&L Bike and Sport
Key Takeaways
  • Don’t quit — finishing a painful race can be your proudest moment
  • Practice your transitions so small mistakes don’t derail race day
  • You bond deeply with training partners over long rides and runs
  • Sound fit, pacing, and bike-handling make you a better cyclist

 

I had the opportunity recently to talk triathlon with the TCSD's new Bike Coach, Mike Clinch.  Mike also happens to be a really fast multi-sport athlete.  Please join me as we get to know this great guy.

 

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