Each formal discipline session will be led by a qualified coach!
Our Swim Coach - Catherine Collins
A member of the Playmakers Triathlon Team since 2011, Catherine stepped into the role of Swim Coach in 2022. While she enjoys the run, she’s most at home in the water — from a history of Sprint distances to conquering the Frankfort 70.3 and the Flying Pig Marathon Catherine has a diverse triathlon experience.
Currently training for her third 70.3, she balances coaching with the "non-stop chaos" of being a business owner, mom, and pet parent. Her secret to managing it all? A sense of humor and her go-to mantra: "I’m fine, this is fine, everything’s fine.
Our Bike Coach - Tina Stewart
A member of the Playmakers family since 2013, Tina is now in her fourth year as Head Coach. A USAT Certified Coach and Racing Official, she has experience officiating everything from local sprints to Ironman events. While she has completed seven 70.3s and a full Ironman, her favorite place to be is on a bike, tackling challenging climbs and fast descents.
Currently training for her second full Ironman, she lives by the mantra "Progress Over Perfection." Off the course, she is a Mason-based insurance agent, a mother of three, and an avid adventurer who enjoys crocheting, skiing and hiking. A 2017 kidney donor and passionate -mental health advocate, she is a firm believer that "You Can Do Hard Things."
Our Run Coach - Jamie Fortier
Since joining the Playmakers Triathlon Team in 2015, Jamie Fortier has moved from athlete to Run Coach! Though she coaches the run, her personal favorite discipline is swimming. She has competed in distances ranging from Super Sprints to the 70.3, with a particular fondness for the spectacular courses at Ironman Madison.
Jamie’s coaching philosophy is simple: "Your race, Your pace." Off the course, she is a lifelong learner who is currently tackling Korean, chess, skiing, and crocheting. A true foodie at heart, she loves traveling and creating fresh, delicious meals for her friends and family.
