America's Race - Leon's Triathlon. June 7, 2026

Honoring Our Heroes
 
A Tradition of Service, Community, and Respect
Our triathlon and obstacle course races honor and support Military, Veterans, and First Responders—those who have given their best for our country. For over 40 years, we’ve built strong relationships rooted in dignity, respect, and American values. With a spirit of community and a commitment to continuous improvement, we proudly give back to those who serve.

Race Schedule:

Youth Race: Saturday, June 6 at 9:00 AM, non-timed event
Olympic & Sprint Distances: Sunday, June 7, first wave starting at 8:00 AM

Packet Pickup:

Olympic & Sprint Distances: Saturday, June 6 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Youth Race Only: Saturday, June 6 at 8:00 AM
Please bring a valid photo ID and your USAT membership card, if applicable.

Saturday, June 5th 

·        8:00a                           Canine triathlon event, pending canine registration

·        8:00a                           Packet pick-up for youth triathlon ONLY 

·        9:00a                           Youth Triathlon RACE START

·        10:00a                         Non-timed 5k walk/run, no registration

·        10:00a                         Packet pick-up begins for Olympic and Sprint race

·        11:00a-noon                Optional prerace course talk 

·        Noon-2:00p                 Open water swim – all participants

·        1:15-2:15p                   Dare2Tri / ParaTri 101 – prerace talk

·        2:15-3:15p                   Dare2Tri open water swim (ONLY DARE2TRI PARTICIPANTS)

·        2:00p                           Packet pick-up closes for Olympic and Sprint race

Sunday, June 6th

·        6:00-7:30a                   Packet pick-up (if prearranged)

·        6:00a                           Transition opens / Body Marking

·        6:15a                           Military procession from Hammond hotel to Wolf Lake

·        7:00a                           Open Ceremony begins

·        7:00a                           Parking lot by venue closes /road closures (public)

·        7:30a                           Transition closes

·        7:45a                           Open Ceremony ends

·        8:00a                           RACE START – National Championship Olympic

·        8:05a                           RACE START – Olympic Males

·        8:10a                           RACE START – Olympic Females/All Oly Relays

·        8:30a                           RACE START – Paratriathlon

·        8:45a                           RACE START – National Championship Sprint

·        8:50a                           RACE START – Sprint Males

·        9:10a                           RACE START – Sprint Females/All Sprint Relays

·        11:30a                         Bike course clear, roads can reopen, parking lot by venue opens

·        11:30a                          Awards ceremony

*** RACE START waves subject to change ***