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GVL Tri-fecta 2024

Fri April 26 - Sat May 4 Greenville, SC 29601 US Directions

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On-Course Crew

Swim Course counter Low Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

Swim counters are responsible for maintaining an accurate count of the number of laps that each swimmer assigned to her/his lane has completed. After an athlete has completed the correct number of laps based on the race they are competing in, the swim counter may assist by directing them to the exit doors from the pool to the transition area.

Bike Course marshal High Priority

At least 8 more volunteers needed.

Details

Bike marshals are one of the Tri-Fecta’s most important volunteer positions. Volunteers here are assigned to a specific geographic location/intersection along the bike course route and are tasked with directing & cheering on athletes as they cycle the course. These volunteers also serve as the event’s “eyes and ears” on-course and need to report back to race HQ (by phone or radio by using the emergency contact card) if an athlete has made a wrong turn, sustains an injury, or can no longer continue racing. Depending on the assigned post that a course marshal receives, bike course volunteers may wish to bike or drive to her/his assigned post. Bike course marshals must be at least 16 years old or accompanied by an adult 18+. These volunteers will be asked to collect all directional race signage on a specific section of the race course at the conclusion of the event on her/his way back to race HQ.

Run Course marshal Low Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Course marshals are one of the Tri-Fecta’s most important volunteer positions. Volunteers here are assigned to a specific geographic location/intersection along the run course route and are tasked with directing & cheering on athletes as they run the course. These volunteers also serve as the event’s “eyes and ears” on-course and need to report back to race HQ (by phone or radio by using the emergency contact card) if an athlete has made a wrong turn, sustains an injury, or can no longer continue racing. Depending on the assigned post that a course marshal receives, run course volunteers may wish to bike or drive to her/his assigned post. Run course marshals must be at least 16 years old or accompanied by an adult 18+. These volunteers will be asked to collect all directional race signage on a specific section of the race course at the conclusion of the event on her/his way back to race HQ.

Transition Area High Priority

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

The transition area is where athletes move between legs of the race (i.e. swim to bike and bike to run). Volunteers will be stationed between the exit of the pool facility & along the route to transition area. Volunteers stationed inside the transition area are tasked with supporting each athlete as they set up her/his equipment (bikes, helmets, shoes, etc.) at her/his assigned rack space. Volunteers at the dedicated entry/exit points inside the transition area also need to check each athlete’s body marking race number to ensure it matches her/his run bib & bike plate. Once the race begins, transition volunteers will stand at the entrance and exit to ensure athletes are following triathlon guidelines/rules (dismounting, mounting, helmets buckled, etc.).

Course sweep Medium Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

The course sweep is responsible for ‘sweeping’ or following the last athlete in each race along both the bike & run courses. This volunteer’s role is to make sure that no athlete passes behind them while completing the course by way of bicycle. Alongside course marshals, this volunteer also serves as the event’s “eyes and ears” on-course and need to report back to race HQ (by phone or radio by using the emergency contact card) if an athlete has made a wrong turn, sustains an injury, or can no longer continue racing.

Finish Line High Priority

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

This is where athletes finish their races! Finish line volunteers will help setup the finish line area, finish chute fencing, arch, tents, etc. They also encourage athletes to continue moving in order to clear the finish line for incoming athletes. Some GVL Tri-Fecta races will have finisher medals, so volunteers here will be responsible for distributing these as well. Volunteers will be asked to breakdown equipment & clean up trash at the finish area once the final athlete has completed his/her race.

Support Crew

Pre-race packet pickup Medium Priority

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

Pre-race packet pickup scheduled the day before the GVL Tri-Fecta and operates the same way as day-of packet pickup.

Body marking Medium Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

Since athletes will be swimming during the race, they will not be able to wear the assigned bike plate or run bib. Meaning that all athletes must have her/his race number written on their upper arm so that race staff can identify an athlete at all times during the event. Body marking volunteers will “mark” each athlete with her/his assigned race number using Sharpie marker after they visit packet pickup & before they enter transition.

Event parking High Priority

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

Volunteers here work in conjunction with race directors to ensure that athletes & volunteers park in correct areas.

Water/snack station Medium Priority

Minimum met.

Details

The GVL Tri-Fecta will have at least one water/snack station located near the transition area for athletes to fill water bottles & collect nutrition before or during the race. Volunteers will be assigned to setup the station, including filling & organizing water cups and restocking snacks; also, for tearing down the station by dumping out unused water, collecting trash, etc. at the end of the event. other equipment when they arrive at the station location (according to specific instructions given). Volunteers will oversee self-serve Water Station and make sure supplies are stocked and sanitized. This is a great activity for groups, families, and children!

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