COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— Through generous donations and a grant from USA Triathlon, Sun Devil Athletics will look to implement the NCAA emerging sport of women’s triathlon. ASU would be the first NCAA Division I, power-five school to adopt the emerging sport.
“Since day one I have said that Sun Devil Athletics will expand Arizona State’s educational and competitive opportunities for student-athletes,” said Ray Anderson, Vice President for University Athletics and Athletics Director. “The proposition of triathlon was made possible by a generous grant from USA Triathlon and funds from our gracious donors.”
When Sun Devil Athletics announced the elevation of ice hockey to NCAA status in November, the group of donors – led by Don Mullett – provided extra support to sponsor a women’s program.