Pacific Coast Triathlon set for July 22

NEWPORT BEACH - The fourth annual Pacific Coast Triathlon will kick

off Sunday, July 22 at the Crystal Cove State Park and today is the final

day to submit entries into the event.

Over the past three years, the PCT has contributed in excess of

$85,000 to support Corona del Mar and Newport Harbor high schools as well

as various Kiwanis youth programs.

Last year’s winner in the women’s division, Michelle Jones, went on to

win the silver medal at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, while on the men’s

side, Chris McCormack, the overall winner, is still ranked No. 1 among

world-class triathletes.

This year, the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) is a

sponsor for the “CHOC Youth Triathlon,” which reduced entries for the

sprint distance race. Both individuals and relays are welcome.

For information, call Tina Hoover at (949) 675-3498, or visit the

Pacific Coast Triathlon’s Web site at www.pacificcoasttriathlon.com.