The USA Triathlon Hall of Fame serves to recognize, honor and commemorate those individuals, groups and entities that have demonstrated excellence in every aspect of multisport and inspire others to elevate their performance, participation and involvement in multisport in their communities.
Founded in 2008, the USA Triathlon Hall of Fame has recognized the best performances and contributions in the sport’s history, dating back to its origins in 1974.
Hall of Fame Nominations
All nominations must be submitted on this form to the National Office no later than September 1, 2024. Submit to Steve Sutherland at: stevebs2003@san.rr.com
Any nominee must meet the criteria established by USAT for induction into the Hall of Fame.
Class No. 12
Inducted August 3, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Class No. 11
Inducted Aug. 4, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Class No. 10
Inducted Jan. 25, 2020 in Tempe, Arizona
Class No. 9
Inducted Aug. 9, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio
Class No. 8
Inducted Jan. 16, 2016 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Class No. 7
Inducted April 18, 2015 in Boston, Massachusetts
Class No. 6
Inducted in June 26, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois
Class No. 5
Inducted on April 18, 2013 in San Diego, California
Class No. 4
Inducted May 10, 2012 in San Diego
Class No. 3
Inducted Jan. 15, 2011 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Class No. 2
Inducted Feb. 13, 2010 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Inaugural Class
Inducted Jan. 17, 2009 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Categories of Eligibility
Elite athletes
An athlete shall be eligible for nomination in this category if he or she, while licensed as an elite athlete by USA Triathlon or its predecessors, competed with great success in national or world events over a period of years; demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, and contributed in other ways to the betterment of multisport. Achievements in all disciplines governed by USA Triathlon may be considered, including but not necessarily limited to those in triathlon, duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, paratriathlon, off-road and winter triathlon. To be nominated, an elite athlete must have not competed as an elite athlete for at least three years prior to consideration or have reached the age of 40. Nominees must be a U.S. citizen at the time of achievement.
Age-group athletes — men and women
An athlete shall be eligible for nomination in this category if the athlete, while licensed as an age group athlete by USA Triathlon or its predecessors, competed with great success in major national or world events over a period of years; demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship; and contributed in other ways to the betterment of multisport. Achievements in all disciplines governed by USA Triathlon may be considered, including but not necessarily limited to those in triathlon, duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, paratriathlon, off-road, and winter triathlon. Nominees must be a U.S. citizen at the time of achievement.
Contributor
This category is intended to encompass a broad array of people and activities associated with the disciplines governed by USA Triathlon. Nominees must be a U.S. citizen or be a U.S. national (someone who has resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years) at the time of contribution.A contributor shall be eligible in this category:
- If he or she has made significant contributions to the growth, reputation, character, and/or success of any of the disciplines governed by USA Triathlon. Contributions in a wide variety of categories may be considered, including, but not limited to sport pioneer; event organizer; event official; inventor of equipment processes, or systems; member of the media; coach; trainer;volunteer; and/or service to the governing body; or,
- If a person made a single or brief, but significant and unique contribution to the any of the disciplines governed by USA Triathlon.