The 56th Force Support Squadron Outdoor Recreation Center held the 2016 Luke Air Force Base Fall Triathlon a little early this year, but it had the desired effect. More than 60 athletes participated individually or on one of six teams.
They came from across base, and included some family members, to put themselves through the rigors of competing in three sports — some to win, others just to compete.
The event, which took place Aug. 20, included a 400-meter swim at Silver Wings Pool, an 11.4-mile bike ride and a 5k race on mapped out paths that took competitors all over base.
For more information on similar events, call outdoor recreation at 623-856-6267.
2016 Triathlon Winners
Team category
1st place: Kimpans +1
2nd place: 3-Legged Race
3rd place: 30 and Fabulous
Female category
1st place: Jill Majewski
2nd place: Rochelle Smith
3rd place: Maria Fernandez
Male category
1st place: W. J. Clark
2nd place: Jeff Braselton
3rd place: James Pemberton