The Bahamas Triathlon Association (BTA) was established in the 1980's but remained inactive for several years before being revitalized in 2015. Since then, the association has been dedicated to promoting and developing the sport of triathlon across the country. Its twofold mission is: to showcase Bahamian triathlons to the world and to provide opportunities for Bahamian triathletes to compete globally.
Currently, there are approximately six events annually throughout The Bahamas. The association welcomes individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, fostering an inclusive and supportive community. Whether guiding beginners through their first triathlon or supporting seasoned athletes, the BTA has been instrumental in helping many members achieve success on the international stage, including representing The Bahamas in age-group competitions, IronMan events, and Caribbean and CARIFTA Championships.
march 8, 2024
Pritchard and Duncombe participate in the 2024 Americas Junior Triathlon Championships
Bahamas Triathlon Association congratulates Erin Pritchard and Launy Duncombe as they participate in the 2024 Americas Junior Triathlon Championships. Pricthard finished in 1 hour 7 minutes and 27 seconds. They were accompanied by Coach Dorian Roach (BTA President 2020 - 2024)
august 30, 2023
ROACH happy with triathlon team's performance
BTA looking to improve for next year
The 5th CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathlon is in the books and the Bahamas Triathlon Association’s president, Dorian Roach was happy with Team Bahamas’ performance, which was the best The Bahamas ever did.
The championship was held at Goodman’s Bay in New Providence this past weekend.
“We performed the best we ever have,” Roach said. “We’re hoping that we got in the top three and we did. We got six medals. Our previous best was four medals. We got our first ever gold medal. We’re really happy about that. It’s definitely our best performance ever and we’re happy and we’re very proud of our team.”
The Bahamas was able to secure the third-place finish and secure one gold, three silver and two bronze. Barbados was the overall winner, while Bermuda was second.
november 11, 2022
Bahamas triathlon team off to CARIFTA
After a two-year hiatus, the Bahamas Triathlon Association is eager to send a national team off to compete in the fourth CARIFTA Triathlon.
A 22-member team, managed by Lori Roach with head coach Cameron Roach, assisted by Sylvia Bateman and Grant Menzies Chaperone and Barron ‘Turbo’ Musgrove as chaperones, left town on Thursday for Bermuda where they will compete in the triathlon on Saturday and the aquathlon, a swim/run event, as well as the team relay.
The team members are Callum Prichard, Sibby Potter, Laluchan Menzies, Mirko Gervasini, Sienna Culmer-Mackey, Tristian Johnson, Barron Jr Musgrove, Jayden Smith, Lennin Hamilton, Taylor Knowles, Anjaleah Knowles, Issa Bournas, Kami Roach, Jason Cates, Enea Gervasini and Malcolm Menzies.
july 29, 2022
Armando Moss celebrates birthday with Commonwealth Games triathlon appearance
BIRMINGHAM, England: Former swimmer turned triathlete Armando Moss celebrated his 30th birthday on Friday with a 38th place finish in the men’s individual sprint distance final of the triathlon at Sutton Park.
In the first final contested by the Bahamas’ 28-member team at the games that will run through August 7, Moss clocked one hour, seven minutes and 26 seconds to trail Jamaica’s Phillip McCatty, who did 1:06.43 and edged out Mark Ofosu of Ghana in 1:09.31.
Summer 2021
The Mighty Flamingos Triathlon Club - Second Triathlon Club in the Bahamas
The Mighty Flamingos Triathlon Club is the second official triathlon club registered with the Bahamas Triathlon Association.
october 28, 2021
Julie SALAS represents the Bahamas
Julie Salas with Arturo Salas represents the Bahamas in the 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS at St. George, Utah, USA
may 23, 2019
The Bahamas wins medals at 2019 Caribbean Triathlon Championships
It was a good showing by The Bahamas at the 2019 Caribbean Age Group Triathlon held in Key Biscayne, Miami, Florida, on Sunday, as the team secured some medals.
Ellen Morgan won a gold medal in the women’s sprint triathlon, finishing in 1:05:12.42. Her time in the water was 8:31. She clocked 29:46 on the bike and posted a time of 23:26 in the run.
Finishing second behind Morgan was Sandra Postma. Postma was at least four minutes behind Morgan, finishing in 1:10:02.56. Finishing third was Jorja Jalim in 1:13:05.50.
Earlier this month, Morgan won the female title at the 2019 Bahamas National Triathlon Championships at Jaws Beach, finishing in 1:16:27.
March 1, 2019
Commonwealth Bank National Triathlon set for Sunday
They are the new kids on the block, but the Bahamas Triathlon Association (BTA) has been busy getting things in order. The organization is set to host its second annual Commonwealth Bank National Triathlon starting at 7 a.m. at Jaws Beach this coming Sunday.
The triathlon event is sanctioned as a CARIFTA qualifier, and is broken down into three segments – swimming, biking and running. The association has been in existence since 2015.
March 1, 2019
Splash in History: Seawaves First Official Triathlon Club in the Bahamas
THE Seawaves Triathlon Club made history last week when it became the first officially recognised triathlon club in the Bahamas under the Bahamas Triathlon Association (BTA).
Seawaves is headed by Shirley Mireault, who also serves as the head coach. The club already has more than 20 registered athletes in Nassau and Freeport with interested persons from some other islands also asking how to get involved. There are eight coaches who train them in open water swimming, cycling, distance running and transitions.
october 4, 2018
Tough finish for Team Bahamas at CARIFTA Triathlon
It was a tough weekend for Team Bahamas at the 2nd CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships as the young athletes came home empty handed, in terms of medals. The championships wrapped up over the weekend at Turtle Beach Heritage Park in Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago.
Winning the meet overall was Guadeloupe with 100 points. Second went to Bermuda with 53 points. Third place went to the host nation Trinidad & Tobago, finishing with 28 points. The Bahamas ended the meet with zero points. Last year Trinidad & Tobago won the meet. Second place went to Barbados.
September 21, 2018
CARFITA Tri Team holds successful fundraiser: Ready for Competition
Over the weekend, the Bahamas Triathlon Association (BTA) in conjunction with the Rotary Club of East Nassau, held its Super Hero challenge at the Jaws Beach and Albany loop.
The proceeds from the event will go toward its National Team attending the upcoming CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships at Turtle Beach, Tobago, on September 29 and 30.
may 24, 2018
The Bahamas dominates 3rd Caribbean Triathlon Championships
The Bahamas dominated the competition at the 3rd Caribbean Triathlon Age Group Championships in Miami, Florida, USA, over the weekend. The 21-member team made it three straight years The Bahamas has had the most medal finishes. The Caribbean Championships are held every year in Miami as part of the Mack Cycle Multi-Race Miami Triathlon that makes it easier and cost efficient for the island nations to get to the event and compete. Other countries in the championships included Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, the US Virgin Islands, Aruba, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis and Bermuda.
may 11, 2018
CBC and Powerade Keep Triathletes Fueled Up At National Championships
ATHLETES from around the Bahamas took part in the 2018 Bahamas National Triathlon Championships, and the Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC) kept athletes energized with Powerade throughout the race.
january 20, 2018
Roach Brothers to carry flag at Commonwealth Games
BROTHERS Cameron and Dorian Roach, once considered among the top swimmers in the island nation, have switched their gear to triathlon where they will carry the Bahamian flag at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
OCTOBER 6, 2017
Young Triathletes In Carifta Triathlon And Aquathon Championships
In April, Caribbean triathlon federations, including Bahamas Triathlon Association (BTA), met in Miami with the intention of implementing the first ever CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathon Championships.
mAY 15, 2016
Bahamas Triathlon Team Dominates the First Caribbean Championships
Seventeen athletes representing the Bahamas participated across three events in the inaugural Caribbean Triathlon and Duathlon Age Group Championships at Key Biscayne, Florida on May 15th 2016.
April 15, 2016
South Beach Triathlon
Over 2000 competitors joined in the beautiful swim in the ocean in South Beach, clear, calm water, 78 degrees. Bike over the causeways. Run through the art district and on the boardwalk Nice overcast day.
Sprint and Olympic distance
NOVEMBER 15, 2013
BAHAMIAN TRIATHLETES COMPETE IN ARIZONA IRONMAN
Three members (Julie Salas, Cameron Roach and Arturo Salas) of the Bahamas Triathlon Association travelled to Tempe, Arizona to compete in the Ironman Triathlon event on November 15th 2013.
