EP#70: An Introduction to NCAA Women's Triathlon with NCAA D1 Coach Hannah Loftus from Delaware State

Claire sits down with US College Triathlon Coach Hannah Loftus from NCAA D1 Delaware State to unpack a very exciting emerging sport: NCAA Women's Triathlon. Coach Loftus discusses race format, season flow, recruiting, team tactics, and why culture beats talent when stakes rise. A clear guide for international athletes on timelines, budgets, and the first email that gets a coach to click.why so many US college Triathlon teams have international student-athletesdistances for NCAA competitionsroster limitsschedule of NCAA Women's Triathlon: competitions and training blockshow team scoring works international recruiting steps and timelineswhat to include in your first email to coachesTitle IX and why women’s varsity triathlon can give out scholarships while men's triathlon cannotweather pivots, safety rules, and indoor setupsthe daunting "what is your budget" questiongreen and red flags on video callsCoach Hannah's parting advice: "Go for it. Reach out to schools and the coaches and see what can happen. There's no harm in trying."Like this episode? Share with an athlete friend of yours and leave a review! Each review helps bring this podcast to more a student-athletes looking to continue their sport in the US College System!