Triathletes Compete in the Branson 70.3 Ironman

On September 19, 2010 local triathletes from Cape Girardeau and Jackson competed in the inaugural 70.3 Ironman event in Branson, MO.

The event consisted of a 1.2 mile swim in Table Rock Lake; a very challenging 56 mile bike ride through the hills of the Ozark Mountains; and a 13.1 mile run along the shopping district of the Branson Landing. Over 1,300 athletes attempted to cover a total of 70.3 miles in what was a very warm day for September.

Jennifer Maroscher competed in her second 70.3 event and finished in a time of 7:04:22 placing 23rd in her age group. Missy Niveen Phegley undertook her first 70.3 challenge and finished 19th in her age group, with a time of 7:12:30. Brigitte Kinnaman placed 5th in her age group with a time of 5:56:32 in her second 70.3 event. Alan Shearon has competed in several 70.3 events and placed 1st in his age group with a time of 5:45:23. Taylor Vaughan placed 60th overall in his third 70.3 Ironman (9th in age group)with a time of 5:16:47.

Congratulations to all athletes for completing one of the most enduring events in sports.