Ironman Triathlon icon Dave Scott to speak in Raleigh

Whether you compete in or just follow triathlon, you will have the opportunity to hear one of the sport’s all-time greats in Raleigh on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Six-time Ironman world champion Dave Scott will speak at the North Carolina Triathlon Series awards banquet at the Hilton North Raleigh hotel.
“Dave is an inspiration to all of the athletes in our sport, including over 14,000 registered Triathletes from North Carolina, and his presence will make this year’s Awards Banquet particularly memorable for all who attend,” said Bill Scott, president of Set Up Events and the series director.
Scott won his first Hawaii Ironman in 1980 and also won in 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986 and 1987. In 1993, he became the first inductee into the Ironman Hall of Fame.
The Raleigh banquet is scheduled for 2:30-6 p.m. Tickets cost $10 to $15.
Scott also will appear at the Charlotte awards banquet from 1-5 p.m. Saturday at the Renaissance Charlotte Suites Hotel.

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