PV Triathlon, Kids Splash & Dash draw a whole lot, increase $3,000 for native causes — Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press

HILLSDALE—An ideal summer season morning, an enormous waterslide, and a whole lot of keen athletes: that was the recipe for fulfillment on the 2025 Pascack Valley Triathlon and Kids Splash & Dash, held at Stonybrook Swim Club.

From the second individuals rocketed down the signature waterslide begin, the day brimmed with pleasure. “The race is won or lost by your slide technique,” one athlete quipped, setting the tone for a enjoyable but fiercely aggressive occasion.

The triathlon drew a mixture of seasoned athletes and first-timers. Race director James Koh of Team Next Level stated that’s precisely the purpose: “We love helping people step out of their comfort zones. For so many, this was their first taste of endurance sports, and the energy on race day was just incredible.”

That vitality carried by the course and into the end chute, the place finishers have been fast to reward the group and volunteer assist. “Best race ever,” one participant gushed, whereas others known as it “professional” and “inspiring.”

The youngsters weren’t to be outdone. The Splash & Dash featured an extended 100-meter swim and 1,000-meter run this 12 months, and younger athletes took it on with grit and smiles, cheered on by dad and mom and spectators lining the course.

But the influence of the PV Tri stretched properly past the end line. Together, individuals, sponsors, and volunteers raised $3,000 for native causes: $1,000 for Girls on the Run NJ North, $2,000 for the Police Unity Tour, plus meals donations for the Helping Hands Food Pantry.

Community assist ran deep. The Hillsdale Police Department and EMS, River Vale Police Department, and a small military of volunteers stored the occasion protected and easy. Sponsors together with Next Level Physio, Freedom Bank, Guerilla Fitness, Valley Bank, Runner’s House of River Vale, and Nino’s Pizza made the day doable, underscoring the tight bonds between Pascack Valley companies and group well being.

Organizers are already trying forward. The subsequent Team Next Level occasion, the Kick or Treat 5K, is ready for Sunday, Oct. 5 at 8:30 a.m. at Stonybrook Swim Club. Costumes are inspired, proceeds will profit the Pascack Valley High School Girls Soccer Team, and runners of all ranges are welcome.

Registration is open at my.raceresult.com/350840.