Good afternoon, BSTTies and a very happy Friday to you all!

It's been an AMAZING season. YOU all have really stepped up your game- I think this has been an EPIC year for volunteering, competing, challenging yourselves with racing and training.. You all have SHOWN UP this season, and that's awesome. We have two races left on the Championship Race Series, and I cannot believe that we are a week away from SEPTEMBER!!!!

Next up is PilgrimMan- this will be a great race- if you have not signed up yet, and are thinking you want to do a rolling sprint or later season half, this race is for you. Not racing and want to check it out? Volunteer!

After that, we have Buzzard's Bay Tri- this is going to be the end of season race for us, so I will be there with Johnnie and Patty grillin and chillin after the race. Please consider registering for this one to come be a part of a HUGE wave of Red White and Blue! The DISCOUNT CODE BAYSTATEMAX23 12% is valid until next week.

Congrats to all who finished an Ironman this season- if you did finish the amazing 140.6 swim, bike and run, you get special recognition at the End of Season Party on October 21st. This year, we will have approximately 16 finishers!

News from your BSTT Leadership Team (The BLT):

Zach and John: Racing and training are in full force with many BSTTs reaching the podium, achieving PRs, and other personal goals. The Sharon Mockathlon was a big success with a great turnout and several new BSTT members completing their first unofficial triathlon that day! We congratulate all who have taken on Full Distance events these past several weeks, be it at IMLP or IMMT (or BOTH …

Tammy

)… we are all very proud of each and every one of you as we know the journey taken to get to that finish line is a long and arduous one!!! WELL DONE!!! And for those racing long in the upcoming weeks/months, stay focused on your training and keep up the great work!! We all look forward to cheering you on!!!

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Tom: Volunteers!

Hey, Hey, Hey, BeSSTies! Only two more major events left! Pilgrimman and Buzzards Bay are coming up!

Oh what a year it’s been! You all have really come through for our Race Directors, our Team, and the tri community in general. I’m truly in awe of how you’ve shown your love and support for this sport, and for each other. And Wow!…..I think the bike grid is on fire…..I just saw Master Roth running with an extinguisher after I sent him the list from Cranberry! Remember, you can up your chances by volunteering at more events. And if you aren’t on the grid yet, there are two events left to get you there….but you will need both! Pilgrimman on Sept 9th, and Buzzards Bay on Sept 17th. Don’t miss out! Lets send this season off with a bang!

Buzzards Bay Volunteer Reg: Buzzard's Bay Sprint Triathlon & Du Volunteer Registration (trisignup.com)

Pilgrimman Volunteer Reg: 2023 Pilgrimman Triathlon Volunteer Registration Online Registration (bikereg.com)

Darcey: Baystate Picnic Update - I am sorry to announce that we will need to cancel the Baystate Picnic this year because we just learned that the last 3 miles of the bike course has bad road conditions. The road unfortunately has been washed out with all the rain. This would make getting to the trailhead nearly impossible and the Owls Nest Resort was not comfortable letting us use their facility with so much risk to participants. However, that being said, Jeff Smith from Outsider Endurance, myself and the Owls Nest Resort are committed to making this event a success and happen next year.
We will be refunding the registration fees to everyone ASAP.
If you have any questions, please contact me directly.

Patty: END OF SEASON PARTY!!! Join Us at The Olde Scotland Links in Bridgewater, MA on Saturday, October 21St from 6pm-10pm for a frightfully good night- Free for all BSTT members, $30 per Guest. Costumes are highly recommended but not required. Registration will begin next week- this is a party you DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!!! Swag, fun, and lots of awards.

Have a great weekend, and see you out there!

-Jack Wagon