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5-31-2007

Sarah Groff wins gold in women's triathlon


IXTAPA, MEXIC0 - Former Cooperstown resident Sarah Groff won a gold medal in the women's triathlon at the ITU Aquathlon World Championships in Ixtapa, Mexico earlier this month.

Groff, who now lives in Boulder, Colorado, is a professional triathlete with a goal of qualifying for the Olypics in 2008. She had a time of 32:52 in the women's elite race.

Team USA grabbed a total of 21 medals at the event, including 12 gold, 6 silvers, and 3 bronze.

In addition, Groff finished fifth at the USA Triathlon Elite National Championships in Honolulu May 20.



 
 
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