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The Sun Devil Triathlon team at Arizona State University has announced its 2025 season schedule, aiming to regain national championship success after a strong 2024 performance. With seven national championships to their name, the team will compete in four events leading to the Collegiate Triathlon National Championship in Tempe. This includes a return to the East Regional Qualifier after four seasons. The team is also welcoming a new assistant coach to enhance training as they prepare for the season ahead, filled with hope and determination.
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The Sun Devil Triathlon team at Arizona State University has officially unveiled its schedule for the 2025 season, with aspirations of reclaiming national championship glory after finishing as runner-up in 2024. The team, which has celebrated victory with seven national championships, will participate in four competitions leading up to the prestigious Collegiate Triathlon National Championship set for November 8, 2025, in Tempe.
The season kicks off with the Southern Hills Super Sprint in Hot Springs, South Dakota, scheduled for August 30, 2025. Following this opening event, ASU will compete in two races in September. The Deserts Edge Triathlon in Loma, Colorado, will take place on September 14, followed by a super sprint hosted by the University of Arizona on September 20. The team’s final qualifying event before nationals will be the East Regional Qualifier in Troutman, North Carolina, set for October 25. This marks ASU’s return to the East Regional since 2019, having participated in the West Regional Qualifier for the past four seasons.
The National Championship, frequently held in Tempe, showcases the best collegiate triathletes, having occurred on ASU’s home turf for six of the past seven years. Keeping fans engaged, the Sun Devil Triathlon team encourages supporters to follow their journey on social media platforms such as Instagram, X, and Facebook at @SunDevilTri. Additionally, fans are advised to download the official Sun Devil Athletics Gameday app for updates and notifications.
In individual performances, junior athlete Naomi Ruff made headlines by winning the individual title at the recent 2023 National Championship in Clermont, Florida, finishing with an impressive time of 59:08. This accomplishment underscored her athletic prowess, as she outpaced the second-place finisher from the University of Arizona by 12 seconds. However, despite her commendable individual success, the ASU team faced a setback in the national standings, finishing 22 points behind the University of Arizona, resulting in a historic first loss of the national title for ASU.
In a bid to enhance the team’s training and performance, the program has welcomed a new assistant coach, Tamara Ferdinand. A former standout student-athlete from the University of Minnesota, Ferdinand’s expertise is anticipated to contribute positively to the program’s continued success. Head Coach Cliff English has expressed enthusiasm regarding Ferdinand’s addition to the coaching staff, looking forward to her roles in shaping the team’s future.
The Sun Devil Triathlon’s schedule for the upcoming season marks a critical step in their journey to reclaim the top spot in collegiate competition. As they prepare for the challenges ahead, both the team and its followers hold high hopes for the new season, focusing on teamwork, strategy, and relentless determination.
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- Sun Devil Triathlon Unveils 2025 Schedule
- State Press: ASU Triathlon Recap
- Tamara Ferdinand Hired as Assistant Coach
- Sun Devils Eyeing 8th National Title
- Google Search: Arizona State University triathlon
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