First off, im from around pittsburgh and i go to edinboro university. I just finished my college swimming career a few months ago. My aunt and uncle do tris down in Texas and that kind of sparked my interest.
I plan to do about three or four tris this summer, if the first one goes well. One in edinboro, erie, pittsburgh and maybe syracuse.
Welcome! I also come from a swimming/water polo background. Many triathletes have the most anxiety over the swim leg so you're off to a good start. Of course, us swimmers wish that leg was a little longer.
You will find plenty of experienced runner and cyclists on these forums to help you.