4th Annual
Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship
Recreational Triathlon

Saturday, April 24, 2010


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:

Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Fund
179 Teal Drive
Pasadena Maryland 21122


The Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon will take place on Saturday, April 24, 2010. 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.

Triathlon Information

When: Saturday, April 24, 2010 (Rain date is May 8, 2010 - check website/email for cancellation information)
7:00a.m. - first wave of swimmers will begin the swim
Race Check-In - beginning 6:00 a.m.
Award Ceremony: 1:30pm at SPY

Pre-Race Meeting: Thursday, April 22, 2010, 6:30 p.m. - SPY Aquatics Center

Race Location: SPY Aquatic Center, 623 Baltimore & Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, MD, 21146

Distances: Swim 800 yards, Bike 9.5 miles, Run 3 miles

Fees:$50 per individual participant, $135 for 3-person team, $90 for 2-person team entering the event. Please make checks payable to: Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship fund *The amount payable has been adjusted for teams versus individual participation to reflect the reduced pool and award expense.

Course Info:
  • Swim: 800 yards (32 lengths) in the heated indoor pool at SPY. Lap counters will not be provided but you can bring your own. Locker rooms are available.
  • Bike: Approximately 9 ½ miles along the B&A bike trail beginning at Cypress Creek Rd (across B&A Blvd from Spy Aquatics Center), heading SOUTH towards Annapolis, turning around just prior to Boulters Way and back to the intersection of Cypress Creek Rd.
  • Run: Approx. 3 miles along the B&A bike Trail from the intersection of Cypress Creek Rd and heading NORTH towards Baltimore, turning around just prior to Whites Rd and back to the intersection of Cypress Creek Rd for the finish.

Relays: Consist of 2 or 3 people. Each leg needs to be completed by the person who started the leg. There can be one person for one leg and another for two or a total of three people each doing one leg. Each person needs to complete a separate registration form to participate.

Timing: In keeping with Emily’s enthusiasm for “the time she had” rather than her “swim times” we encourage everyone to enjoy their experience of a recreational triathlon. The swim, run, and transition times (the time between each leg of the event) will be posted. Times will not be posted for the bike “ride” because no one is permitted to exceed the speed limit of 15 mph. No participant will be advantaged or disadvantaged by the bike “ride”. There will be designated pathways roped off to direct you to the next leg of the triathlon. Please stay in the path for your safety and obey all B&A Trail regulation including the 15 mph speed limit; failure to do so will result in disqualification.


Sign up soon...Registration in limited!!!
Wave assignments are on a first come first serve basis.
To register, please visit the SPY Aquatic Center
Question? Email ESMSTriathlon@comcast.net (best way) or call SPY at 410-315-7779

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!

Last Day for Registration is Saturday, April 3

Entry and Waiver form

Course Information

Sponsorship Form

B&A Trail Rules

Detail Map

Triathlon Information