Blackland Triathlon
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Event Overview
The Blackland Triathlon takes place on Monday, September 7, 2026, at the Oak Point Recreation Center in Plano, Texas. It is described as a Labor Day tradition featuring a wide range of multisport events for different age groups and abilities.
Event Format and Distances
The event is split into adult and youth categories. The main adult events are based on a sprint distance format. The offered disciplines include:
- Sprint Triathlon (swim, bike, run)
- Sprint Duathlon (run, bike, run)
- Sprint Aquabike (swim, bike)
- Sprint Aquathlon (swim, run)
- Try a Tri (a shorter-distance option)
- Sprint Triathlon Relay for teams of two or three
Special divisions are available, such as Athena/Clydesdale, a High School category, and Adaptive/Para Athlete divisions.
Youth Events
Youth events are divided by age into Junior (6-10 years old) and Senior (11-15 years old) categories. Options include:
- Youth Triathlon
- Youth Splash & Dash (swim and run)
- Adaptive Youth Triathlon
Additional Information
The event concludes with a Labor Day picnic. Registration for most events includes a fee that increases after May 31, 2026. A separate, more expensive Blackland Triathlon Training Program is also offered, which includes race entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
