Why do you want to race for Team Eleonore Rocks?

As much fun as tris can be to know that when you are out on a long training swim, bike, or run that you are helping out others especially kids is just awesome.

Why should we choose you?

I will represent ER by training hard, spreading the message using my position as a teacher and coach to reach as many people is possible to explain what ER is all about and what we are trying to do.

What philanthropic endeavors are you involve in?

My wife and I are active in our church as well as the Stefanie Spielman Foundation and other cancer research endeavors like Pelotonia

What is your background (school, hometown, current town, major, etc.)?

Thomas Worthington HS-Worthington, Ohio (Water Polo and Swimming), Syracuse University—BA in Political Science and Broadcast Journalism (Water Polo), Ashland University—Masters in Education, Currently Reside in Dublin, Ohio

How did you get involved in triathlon?

Had grown tired of working out without a specific goal or focus and with my swimming background triathlons were a natural choice, although my running remains a work in progress!

What is your favorite of the 3 sports in triathlon? Why?

Swimming is my best, Cycling is my favorite because there is nothing like the feeling of being out on a long ride by yourself.

What inspires you?

First and foremost my friends and family, but also doing something/anything for a purpose.  Getting better at anything I do, helping others and myself try and reach their goals as well.

Do you have a significant other? Children?

Wife—Nicole

Dog—Carmelo

Cats—Tommy and Elphie

What is your big boy/girl job?

I am Social Studies teacher at Dublin Scioto High School  as well as coaching swimming at water polo at Upper Arlington High School and with the Upper Arlington Swim Club.

What kind of goals do you have for the year?

I would like to get my 70.3 time close to our under 6 hours, compete in a few more races and work on my running and biking!

What is your favorite training spot?

Glacier Ridge Park because of how challenging it is, windy and hilly but very pretty.