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Tuesday, April 01, 2025
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Hawley Climbs World Rankings After Strong Start to 2025
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Following a series of impressive performances in two Triathlon events in 2025, Erica Hawley has seen her rankings rise across the board.
Hawley's consistent form and strong finishes have propelled her up the World Triathlon Standings. She achieved a 9th place finish in the 2025 World Triathlon Cup Napier and followed that up with a 7th place finish in the 2025 Americas Triathlon Cup Miami.
These results have significantly boosted Hawley's global standing. She has moved up to 75th in the World Ranking, showcasing her growing competitiveness on the world stage.
Her improved performances have also impacted her Olympic Qualification prospects. Hawley is now ranked 60th in the Individual Olympic Qualification, positioning her well in the race for a spot at the next Olympic Games.
Within the Continental region, Hawley's success has earned her a ranking of 15th. This high ranking within her region demonstrates her strength and potential in the Americas.
Hawley's rise in the rankings is a testament to her hard work and dedication. Her consistent performances in 2025 are a positive indicator of her progress and suggest a promising future in the sport of triathlon.
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Friday, March 28, 2025
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Hawley Secures 7th Place Finish in Miami Triathlon Cup
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Erica Hawley continued her impressive start to 2025 with a strong 7th place finish at the 2025 Americas Triathlon Cup Miami.
This result marks Hawley's second top 10 finish of the year, building on her earlier 9th place at the 2025 World Triathlon Cup Napier. Her performance in Miami saw both her time and position improve, demonstrating her progress and growing competitiveness.
Hawley completed the challenging course in a time of 56 minutes and 5 seconds, finishing just 24 seconds behind the winner, American Gwen Jorgensen, who clocked 55 minutes and 41 seconds. This close finish highlights the high level of competition at the event.
Breakdown of Hawley's Performance:
Swim (750m): 10 minutes
Bike (20km): 27 minutes and 38 seconds
Run (4.98km): 17 minutes and 24 seconds
Hawley's consistent improvement and ability to compete with top athletes are encouraging signs for her career. Her performance in Miami showcases her well-rounded skill set and her ability to perform strongly across all three disciplines of triathlon.
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Monday, March 24, 2025
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Hawley Set to Race in Americas Triathlon Cup Miami
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Bermudian triathlete Erica Hawley is gearing up to compete in the 2025 Americas Triathlon Cup Miami, scheduled to take place at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway on Friday, March 28th. Hawley will be sporting the number 5 as she takes on a challenging and unique course.
The event promises a thrilling experience for both athletes and spectators, utilizing the facilities of the renowned speedway. The course is designed to test the triathletes' endurance and skill across all three disciplines.
The race will begin with a 1-lap, 750-meter swim in the calm waters of a spring-fed lake located within the historic Homestead-Miami Speedway track. This swim will provide a fast start to the competition, with athletes looking to position themselves well for the next stage.
Following the swim, the triathletes will transition to the bike course, a 5-lap, 20-kilometer ride that utilizes the sweeping road course of the speedway. This section will test the athletes' cycling strength and speed as they navigate the turns and straights of the famous track.
The final leg of the triathlon will be a 2-lap, 5-kilometer run. This demanding run will take place on the speedway's iconic Pit Road, providing a memorable finish to the competition. Athletes will need to summon their remaining energy to push through to the finish line in front of what is sure to be an enthusiastic crowd.
The Americas Triathlon Cup Miami presents a significant challenge for the athletes, and Erica Hawley will be aiming to deliver a strong performance. The unique setting and the caliber of competition will make for an exciting event.
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Monday, March 17, 2025
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Hasselkuss Battles to Finish Half IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Rico
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Dirk Hasselkuss has completed the gruelling Half IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Rico, crossing the finish line in a time of 6 hours, 10 minutes, and 42 seconds.
Hasselkuss' time placed him 333rd overall in a field of hundreds, and a commendable 9th in the highly competitive Men's 60-64 age group, which featured 25 competitors. He also finished as the 276th male overall out of 590 male athletes.
The event, renowned for its challenging course and stunning scenery, tested Hasselkuss's endurance across a 1.2-mile swim which took 0:48:38, before clocking 2:50:48 on the 56-mile Bike Course, he would complete the 13.1-mile Run Course in 2:19:49.
Despite admitting to "sub-optimal preparation," Hasselkuss displayed remarkable grit and determination to complete the race.
"Half IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Rico done and dusted," Hasselkuss said after the race. "It’s a fantastic, well organized event in a very beautiful environment. With sub-optimal preparation it was tough for me to finish but… if it was easy anyone could do it, right?"
His words encapsulate the spirit of endurance sport, highlighting the mental and physical fortitude required to overcome adversity. Hasselkuss's achievement is a testament to his dedication and commitment, and he can be proud of his performance in Puerto Rico.
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Sunday, March 02, 2025
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Young Triathletes Continue to Impress at Clermont Challenge
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Bermuda's young triathletes continued to shine at the Clermont Draft Legal Challenge in Florida, with strong performances across the board on the second day of competition.
Youth Girls Sunday
Sofia Leclerc led the way for Bermuda's female athletes, securing a top-ten finish in the Youth Girls division. She crossed the line in 10th place with a time of 36:15 (Swim: 6:20, Bike: 17:51, Run: 10:06).
Riana Robinson also delivered a strong performance, finishing 12th with a time of 36:30 (Swim: 6:41, Bike: 17:28, Run: 10:18). Naomi MacGuinness was close behind, finishing 13th in 36:43.
Isla Cooze finished 18th with a time of 37:44, while Zara Bule secured 24th place in 38:33. Kelise Wade completed the course in 41:58, finishing 35th.
Unfortunately Colette Durkin suffered a nasty crash on the bike, coming down heavily, she is ok but could not continue the race. Iris Duda had a foot injury which flared up overnight so she did not start.
Youth Men's Sunday
Dylan Eiselt continued his impressive form from the previous day, securing another podium finish in the Youth Men's division. He finished second with a time of 31:40 (Swim: 5:32, Bike: 15:35, Run: 8:41). Rory Shepherd also maintained his strong performance, after his 3rd place on Saturday, Shepherd looked like he would complete the podium again but a 10-second penalty meant he had to settle for fourth in 31:52 (Swim: 5:16, Bike: 16:00, Run: 8:47).
Jasper Lau and Jens Drea finished neck and neck, both clocking a time of 33:55 to share 14th place. Spencer Haldeman finished close behind in 16th place with a time of 34:28.
Ethan Smith (19th, 34:44), Jacob Leclerc (22nd, 35:03), Sanchez Smith endured a painful afternoon with cramps but battled to the end to finish (24th, 35:30), and Lucas Bule (27th, 35:41) all delivered solid performances.
Dominic Wright finished 30th with a time of 36:23, while Ronan Davidge completed the course in 41:07, finishing 38th. Unfortunately, there was a Did Not Finish in the boys race as well - Rohan Roopra having a high speed crash which broke his helmet and left him with cuts and bruises, thankfully he is also ok.
The consistent strong performances from Bermuda's young triathletes at the Clermont Draft Legal Challenge highlight the depth of talent and dedication within the island's youth triathlon program.
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