Memorial Triathlon

The Memorial Triathlon is a multi-sport endurance event scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, in New Brighton, Pennsylvania. Hosted at the New Brighton High School, the race is a sprint-distance triathlon sanctioned by USA Triathlon. The event is open to individual male and female participants aged 18 and older, as well as relay teams. The course is designed to be accessible yet challenging, featuring a pool-based swim followed by scenic cycling and running segments through the local community.

The host community of New Brighton, located within Beaver County, PA, presents a specific demographic profile that shapes local participation. As of the most recent census data, the population of New Brighton is approximately 86.4% White, 8.2% Black or African American, and 3.8% identifying with two or more races. The Hispanic or Latino population accounts for roughly 1.1% of the residents. The median age in the borough is 38.4 years, aligning with the event's adult-only participation requirement. Additionally, approximately 92.3% of residents possess a high school diploma or higher, reflecting the strong community connection to local educational facilities like the New Brighton High School where the race is held.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• -- Schedule: Check-in begins at 6:30 AM on race morning. All participants must attend a mandatory pre-race meeting at 7:45 AM, with the first wave of swimmers entering the water at 8:00 AM.
• -- Sanctioning: As a USA Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned event, all athletes must hold a valid USAT membership. Non-members are required to purchase a one-day membership during the registration process.
• -- Relay Teams: The event offers a relay category, allowing two or three athletes to share the swimming, biking, and running segments.
• -- Course Navigation: The swim utilizes a serpentine format in the high school pool. Maps for the 11-mile bike route and the 5K run are provided to participants in advance to assist with course familiarity.
• -- T-Shirts: Event shirts are included with registration; however, sizes are only guaranteed for those who sign up during the early bird or normal registration windows.
• -- Refund Policy: All registration fees are non-refundable. The race organizers utilize Race Roster for processing, which includes a standard service fee at checkout.
• -- Contact: For technical questions regarding the transition area or route specifics, the event contact is Nicole Oliver at +1 724-846-1870.

The Memorial Triathlon provides a structured and competitive environment for Pennsylvania athletes to test their endurance across three disciplines while enjoying the local landscape of Beaver County.