Happy FriYAY Team!

What an incredible 2 weeks of sports viewing we have have! The Olympic Games, yet again, has brought the World together for sport, peace and unity. The caliber of athletes across so many sports is next level incredible, and it is going to be exciting watching some of these young stars develop over the next 4 years into LA.

I ask you......What was the highlight event for you over the Olympics? There is probably a few, but what was that 1 race that left a mark. 

As you all know, I do love my swimming, so yes, my highlight event does come from the pool. 

The women's 800 Freestyle was the standout event and performance for me. For a number of reasons. 

Yes, watching Katie Ledecky as she swam into the history books with her 4th straight Gold Medal in this event. 12 years in the making.. Extraordinary feat.

But to me, the swim by Aussie Ariarne Titmus was even more outstanding. She went into the event for the 1st time at the Olympics. She was up against the GOAT and she knew it was all or nothing. After a huge program for Arnie, she knew she had to throw her body on the line...or go bust!!! With 600m to go in this event, she was right there, right with Katie after going out so hard, totally unlike her style of racing. She knew she had nothing to loose right. Then the American Paige Madden started to hunt her down. Closer and close she got to Arnie with each 50. But with 50 to go, Arnie found another gear and fought to the very end. Only a body length behind Katie.

Gutsy, courageous, brutal and brilliant. Absolutely in awe of the girls in this event, but to watch our Arnie be a true underdog honestly gave me goosebumps. What an absolute Australian Legend. Aussie Aussie Aussie.

Find your Fire,

Alli

Last Sunday saw a number of the Crew bolting around Dreamworld in the Annual Fun Run. This was such an awesome event yet again, well done to all our athletes out there. A KUDOS to young Kaelan, who is coming back from injury and not at full capacity yet, had an outstanding run coming in under 20 mins for the 5km and 3rd in his category. 

This Sunday we have some of the Crew heading up North to Mooloolaba for the Sunny Coast Run Festival. We are proudly represented by Maddi C in the 10k.  Trinny, Danny, Bretty, Coach Alli in the 1/2 marathon, then Neill is out for redemption in the Marathon. Have an awesome run team, it is time to #findit

Scenic Rim takes place on Saturday, this is one of the most hard core trail races in Australia, with mountain climbs, ridgelines and technical descents. Jezz is on the start line if the 42.2km event. Have an strong race out there Jezz. 

Then, we have our Go-Getter Sharyn making the trip to Sydney for the famous City to Surf. Sharyn is out for a fun day and we know she will enjoy every moment of this iconic event. 

A busy weekend for our crew, don't forget to wear your Team kit and clock up those points. 

Northern Rivers Rail Trail Weekend.....lock in 19-20th October for some squad fun out along the NRRT route. We will be launching both days from Murwillumbah. There is options to run / ride the whole way / part way for one or both days, or a relaxing walk to the Gallery. Accom available at the Imperial Hotel for those keen on doing both days. Dinner Sat night will be at the Pub :-) For more information, please see Coach Alli or our Social Director Sharyn....or the Facebook page has all the details. This is shaping up to be such a fun weekend away 

Get your entries in for Bris to GC ride....our team name is MSGold Crew. Don't forget to book your train faire

Have a think about adding some of these events to your calendar  : Flirt with Dirt,  QTS Series, Brisbane to Gold Coast Ride, GC Run Festival just to name a few!!! 

SATURDAY 17th August 2024 - Chasing the Letter F

Its time to head back on Tour and venture out chasing an Alphabet Letter!! F = Fodder Forest ..... this parkrun is located near Victoria Point which is approx. 30km up the highway. The course looks so pretty, crossing bridges, through the Fodder Forrest, all over wide paths.

Lets make this another adventure out for our crew, somewhere different and fun, and of course, we will search out the best local cafe for breakkie and coffee afterwards

MultisportGOLD is all about community and encouraging members to push (safely) individual limits and become stronger athletes.

With the new 2024-2025 Triathlon season kicking off on 1st July 2024, NOW is the time to start logging in your race results. Every parkrun, every race is worth valuable points, so be in it to win and lets see how is going to be our new Club Male & Female Champions!

We have modified the points system, so make sure you know the rules and you MUST be wearing your Multisport Gold kit! We are making the Club Championship to fully acknowledge the commitment and effort required by all MultisportGOLD athletes in getting to the start line and completing any one of the event categories. So it doesn't matter if your a triathlete, or a runner, this series is inclusive for us all!

It is super easy to log your points. Just head to the website, simply fill in the tabs and you're on your way! 

70.3 Open Water Swim AND Ride will be starting at Pardise Point at 6.00am on Sunday. Please arrive earlier so your gear is ready, wetsuits on & your good to GO on time please. There will be NO bike racks, Coach Alli OR Captain Cooke for this session, so use your cars for transition. 

ALL other Sunday Riders rolling out from Ox Lake at 6.00am.

Over the winter months, please ensure you have bright lights front & back and you are dressed appropriately for the conditions!

With both Coach Alli & Captain Cooke away this weekend, none of our sessions are sanctioned. 

Swim Squad is on Tuesday & Thursday at Coomera Anglican Aquatic Centre. Please arrive by 5.20am to go through the session and be in the water by 5.30am

Tuesday Track is at Griffith Uni. We will be starting warm ups at 5.30pm with a 6.00pm for the main set. 

FriYAY Koffee Kms is rolling out from Cafe 2 at 5.15am, swinging by MnL Roundabout at 5.20am, then toot tooting past Ox Lake at 5.30am, so be ready to jump on....the train will not wait!! Coffee is at Driftwood Cafe at Paradise Point.

Casual fees are to be paid in advance OR at the training session. A casual visit is $10 with pool entry additional paid upon Entry to Rackley's.