youth triathlon

USA Triathlon CEO Vic Brumfield's candid interview on a (surprisingly) growing younger demographic, vanishing local races, a historic American Olympics, a shifting collegiate strategy, and more.

Youth triathlon experts share what's required, what's optional, and what to skip altogether. Plus, how to save money on youth triathlon gear.

Whether it’s racing in a waterpark or scoring a root beer award at the finish line, these youth triathlon races are a fun way to get started in multisport competition.

Between ages 6 and 13, it can be hard to find triathlon equipment, competitive races, and like-minded kids to train with - but that's changing. Youth coach (and tri dad) Eric Davidson lays out a guide for parents of young triathletes looking to make the most of this fast-growing segment of multisport.

Dozens of volunteers in nearly every state across the U.S. are working on recruiting single-sport high school athletes for triathlon—but how does it all work, and why do we need them?

Post-pandemic levels of participation in high school sports is still lagging behind. Is triathlon’s muddiest division the answer?

Use our calendar of 2024 kids' triathlons to find a race for your budding Lionel Sanders or Taylor Knibb.

With the recent announcement that 10-year-old Prince George is interested in triathlon, we've compiled some advice for Prince William and Princess Kate that even non-royal parents can follow.

Make sure to keep it fun — plus other tips from coach Marilyn Chychota.

With USA Triathlon’s newly-announced plans to invest over $100,000 into its youth programs, there’s a lot of talk about how triathlon can serve as a model for doing youth sports the right way.

And how to fix it, with Penn State senior and three-time Ironman finisher Kristin Goett.

USA Triathlon is focused on growing the youth demographic in 2017 and beyond using a multi-pronged approach that USAT CEO Rob Urbach laid out in January.

Nearly 900 young triathletes ages 7-19 will return to West Chester, Ohio for the USA Triathlon Youth & Junior National Championships.

Winter Vinecki, 15, was awarded the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, an award that recognizes young leaders.

According to USA Triathlon, 7 to 17 year olds now make up 25% of all triathletes in the country.

A four person mixed, super sprint-distance relay is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Thursday in Singapore, making a historical debut at the Youth Olympic Games.

A total of 64 athletes representing 42 nations from five continents are set to compete at the first-ever Youth Olympic Games.