Dear Parents & Gardians,
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Heat Advisory for the afternoon of Saturday, August 16th, during our BST Youth Triathlon event. The heat index is expected to reach 105-109 degrees between 1-5 pm on Saturday. After careful consideration and consultation with our doctors, timing company, and the USAT, we are POSTPONING the BST Youth Triathlon until next Saturday.
While we are excited to see our young triathletes compete tomorrow, we cannot in good conscience put them at risk for heat-related illness in the afternoon.
Please thoroughly read the information below for the next steps and the new Race Schedule for our youth event.
-Broken Sword Youth Tri Race Staff
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Heat Advisory for the afternoon of Saturday, August 16th, during our BST Youth Triathlon event. The heat index is expected to reach 105-109 degrees between 1-5 pm on Saturday. After careful consideration and consultation with our doctors, timing company, and the USAT, we are POSTPONING the BST Youth Triathlon until next Saturday.
While we are excited to see our young triathletes compete tomorrow, we cannot in good conscience put them at risk for heat-related illness in the afternoon.
Please thoroughly read the information below for the next steps and the new Race Schedule for our youth event.
-Broken Sword Youth Tri Race Staff
Attention parents, guardians, and young triathletes!
Due to a Heat Advisory, the Youth Triathlon is Postponed until SATURDAY, AUGUST 23rd @ 7am.
What's the new schedule for Saturday, August 23rd?
LOCATION: Clarksville Aquatic Center (1611 W Oakland St, Clarksville, AR)
Saturday, August 23rd:
Check-in opens at 5:30 AM
Pre-Race brief at 6:45 AM
Race starts at 7:00 AM
Arrive early to complete Bike Check and Packet pick up
(No later than 6:00 am)
Be sure your child brings the following equipment:
-Bicycle
- Fitted Bicycle Helmet (CPSC certified)
-Running Shoes
Swim suit/goggles/nose plugs/floatation device (if needed)
- Hydration source
Water and snacks will be available post-race.
My child is unavailable on the new race date. What can I do?
We are sorry to hear that! Our refund policy allows us to defer your child's race registration to the 2026 race event. Feel free to respond to the form below with any specific questions or details about deferrals or transfers. We will get back to you!
Due to a Heat Advisory, the Youth Triathlon is Postponed until SATURDAY, AUGUST 23rd @ 7am.
What's the new schedule for Saturday, August 23rd?
LOCATION: Clarksville Aquatic Center (1611 W Oakland St, Clarksville, AR)
Saturday, August 23rd:
Check-in opens at 5:30 AM
Pre-Race brief at 6:45 AM
Race starts at 7:00 AM
Arrive early to complete Bike Check and Packet pick up
(No later than 6:00 am)
Be sure your child brings the following equipment:
-Bicycle
- Fitted Bicycle Helmet (CPSC certified)
-Running Shoes
Swim suit/goggles/nose plugs/floatation device (if needed)
- Hydration source
Water and snacks will be available post-race.
My child is unavailable on the new race date. What can I do?
We are sorry to hear that! Our refund policy allows us to defer your child's race registration to the 2026 race event. Feel free to respond to the form below with any specific questions or details about deferrals or transfers. We will get back to you!
