5th Annual Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Recreational Triathlon Thank you to all volunteers for a wonderful job!!!! 2011 Winners List (rev 4/17) 2011 Final Results (rev 4/17) Pictures!! Volunteers - Thank You Thank You to All (from David Ensor-Triathlon Coordinator) Thank You to All (from the Schindlers) Saturday, April 16, 2011

The Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon benefits the Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship which was set up in her memory.

Emily Schindler spent most of her life in the water. Joining the Severna Park Y (SPY) when she was 9 years old, she always put friendship above the competition of the sport. Emily exemplified team spirit as a swimmer on the team for 9 years. Always encouraging others to remain positive, Emily brought a smile to everyone around her. When she laughed, she laughed wholeheartedly, it was as if she had just heard the funniest joke in the world. Her blond hair shining in the sunlight reminded you of an angel.

On a snow-covered road in Garrett County, Maryland in January 2004, Emily was killed in a car accident. Immediately after her death her parents knew the best way to honor her was to establish a scholarship in her name that would be awarded annually to any graduating senior or past SPY swimmer that had been on the team for at least one full year. At least one scholarship in the amount of $1000 is awarded each year. To apply for the award, the applicant must write an essay describing how swimming on the SPY team has affected their life. Applicants are judged on their essay, an interview with members of the selection committee, recommendations from the SPY coaches and need. To date, over $14,000 has been awarded to 25 swimmers.

If you are interested in making a tax deductible contribution to the scholarship fund, please make your contribution payable to "Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship" and mail to:

The Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon will take place on Saturday, April 16, 2011. The event takes place in the indoor heated pool of SPY Aquatics and on the B&A Trail. A pre-race meeting will also be held the Thursday evening before the triathlon to answer any last minute questions. Your input is always welcome, as we establish the tradition of a local triathlon that is intended to be fun and rewarding for all participants.

Want to participate without swimming, biking or running? Please consider being a volunteer. There are many volunteer positions to fill to make the triathlon a reality. If you are able to volunteer to be a timer, set up the concession table, or be a race official, please email esmstriathlon@comcast.net to offer your help.

Help the Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Fund grow through your company sponsorship. Sponsor names will be printed on the back of the triathlon T-shirts!

Registration will begin Jan 1, 2011.
To register, use the button which will take you to the online registration at ActiveNetwork.com.
Questions? Email esmstriathlon@comcast.net