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2010-08-10 2:09 PM

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Subject: Chicago Tri Volunteer's to Help Disabled Athletes
Hey Everybody,
If you aren't racing Chicago Triathlon (8/29/2010) this year, I'm looking for handlers for athletes with disabilities racing in the Paratri division. This will include several wounded veteran's as well as the disabled.  The handlers will assist these athletes with various disabilities including paraplegics and amputees. The handlers will assist the athletes getting to the swim start, will bring their wheelchair/prosthetic to the water exit (maybe help lift the athlete out of the water), help with wet suit striping, getting on bike, strapping on running legs,  getting into race chairs, etc... 

This is really fun as you get to meet the athlete and be in transition. Each athlete will have unique needs and once you are assigned to a particular athlete we can give you more specifics.  

Shoot me a PM for more details or if you are interested in helping.  Thanks.

Matt


2010-08-10 3:02 PM
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Subject: RE: Chicago Tri Volunteer's to Help Disabled Athlete's
Damn,

If I wasn't already signed up for the Oly I'd definitely help out with this.

Is there any assistance needed at the SuperSprint on Saturday?  I don't know if they have a division for athletes with special needs....


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2010-08-11 10:11 AM
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Subject: RE: Chicago Tri Volunteer's to Help Disabled Athlete's
We are just looking for people for the Olympic wave.  I'll check with the race director and see if they are doing anything for the Super Sprint. 
2010-08-11 5:52 PM
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Subject: RE: Chicago Tri Volunteer's to Help Disabled Athletes
Thanks everybody who is volunteering.  We have filled all the slots.  I really appreciate you reaching out.  We have left a message with the Race Director in case there are any other last minute athlete's that may need assistance.  I'll reach out if we do.  Thanks again.  The BT and Chicago Tri Community is awesome.  
2010-08-11 11:35 PM
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Matt

Let me know if you need any additional volunteers. Sounds like a great cause and a very rewarding experience. I too am doing IMOO and will be tapering and would love to help if needed.

Steve
2010-08-19 3:59 PM
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Subject: RE: Chicago Tri Volunteer's to Help Disabled Athletes
Just seeing this.... bummer. Would have loved to help. Let me know if any other help is needed.


2010-12-17 11:25 AM
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Subject: RE: Chicago Tri Volunteer's to Help Disabled Athletes
We have a tri club in Quincy IL and would like to get more info on maybee helping out in 2011. Let me know what would all be involved.
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