Balmoral Triathlon Club is pleased to announce, in conjunction with our supporter Energy Link, the Balmoral Triathlon Club Youth Development Scholarship.

 

This is an annual scholarship that will be awarded to one individual each season to encourage promising young athletes to remain with Balmoral Triathlon Club, and to aid their athletic development.

 

The scholarship will consist of a training programme from Energy Link of up to 6 months duration, including an initial athlete assessment and bike set up session. The individual will also benefit from free entry into the club triathlons and will have their accommodation at Club Champs provided for free. There will also be other benefits provided to help the individual which could include items such as club race suit, elastic laces, race belt etc.

 

To be eligible for the scholarship you must meet the following criteria:

• Fully paid member of Balmoral Triathlon Club for the period of the award
• Fully paid member of Balmoral Triathlon club for the season preceding the award
• Age guidelines 17 years – 25 years
• An individual who is demonstrating outstanding natural talent in triathlon.
• An individual who is demonstrating a commitment to the sport of Triathlon
• Stated intention to compete at NSW Club Champs for Balmoral Triathlon Club
• Prepared to be ambassador for Balmoral Triathlon Club at all events – i.e. will behave well and not bringing club name into disrepute

So how do you get selected?

• The Scholarship will be awarded by the Balmoral Triathlon Club committee taking into account the above criteria, in consultation with the awards supporters Energy Link
• Club members are not required to apply for the scholarship, though they may do so if they wish.
• Any applications should be in the form of a written submission to the committee stating how the individual believes they meet the eligibility criteria. Applications should be received no later than 2 weeks prior to the club awards night (dates of which will be published on the club web site)

If this is you could you send an e mail to info@balmoraltriclub.org.au detailing how you meet the criteria by Thursday 19th February. The award will be decided at the committee meeting that night