POTSDAM – Area competitors are invited to participate in a triathlon hosted by the SUNY Potsdam Athletic Department and the Center for Lifelong Education and Recreation on Saturday, Sept. 11.

The racecourse for the second annual triathlon event will consist of a 1⁄4-mile swim in the Maxcy Hall pool, a 12-mile bike route off campus, and a 3.1-mile run around the perimeter of campus. The deadline to register early is Friday, Sept. 3.

Race day registration will be held at Maxcy Hall from 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., with a 9 a.m. race start. Individuals and teams are welcome to participate. Registration fees are $30 per individual competitor and $50 per team. A discount will apply for those who register early.

T-shirts will be given to all pre-registered participants and to other competitors as available.

To pre-register for the triathlon, contact the Center for Lifelong Education and Recreation at 267-2167, or visit their Web site at www.potsdam.edu/community/clear.

For more information, contact Beth Todd at 267-2169 or [email protected].