Committee

Terry Blackwood

Head of Coaching

As Head of Coaching Terry works with the Coach Leadership Group to oversee our coaching and ensuring the development of our coaches. A club member since 2012 Terry can usually be found at the back of races doing his best to look like he’s enjoying it. Terry tries to show by example that you don’t need to be fast to be a triathlete.

Karl-Eric Devaux

IT administration & Membership officer

Karl-Eric got into Triathlon in 2018 when a friend invited him to the Warsaw 5i50 – he loved it! He joined WTC in December 2019. He swims like a stone but loves the open water swimming experience. He is not a keen runner. You are more likely to see him on his bike. He looks after the membership processing for the club and general administration of the website.

Joe Howard

Treasurer

Joe has been a member of the club for just over 15 years in both the junior and senior guises. He has a passion for the club and the sport in general and likes to compete as often as he can – the type of event matters little! In his role as treasurer, Joe oversees the finances of the club. Although, he is more likely to be found cycling up a hill, somewhere in Yorkshire!

Roger Lawty

Secretary

A latecomer to Triathlon, Roger joined the club in 2021 and struggled with a length of front crawl or a bike ride greater than 10 miles without at least one cafe stop !
4 years later he completed a 70.3!
“It’s all about the people for me. Encouragement and support is top tier and our great coaching team nurture all levels”.

Jane Partridge

Welfare Officer

Jane joined the club about 8 years ago as she wanted to try other sports besides running. “I was never any good at it!” she claims. Jane loves the camaraderie of the club and she has made some life long friends as well as some amazing memories. Jane says, “The club has shown me that although I may not be fast I’m still very much part of the Triathlon team!” As welfare officer for the club, Jane ensures that triathlon remains safe and fun for all involved.

Belinda Parkinson

Social Media

Belinda joined Wakefield Triathlon Club in 2018 and quickly fell in love with the sport and the amazing community. She states, “Triathlon has challenged me, pushed my limits, and given me incredible experiences—plus, it’s where I met my partner! I’m excited to give back to the club as part of the committee.”

Mark Mills

Communications

Mark has been involved in endurance sport for many years and still loves the challenge, variety and community that comes with triathlon.

“Running is probably my favourite discipline, although that depends on which session I'm doing at the time! One of the things I enjoy most about being part of Wakefield Triathlon Club is helping others at club sessions, whether that's answering questions, sharing experiences, or just encouraging people to give something new a go."

Lisa Boyer

Lisa joined Wakefield Triathlon Club in January 2020 as a complete beginner! “I was a ‘head up’ breaststroke swimmer, I’d not ridden a bike since I was a teenager and I’d only ever ran up to 3k. I thought the idea of a park run was out of my limits!”
Since then Lisa has completed numerous sprint triathlons, an Olympic triathlon (sea swim), Outlaw half 70.3 and is currently in training for the Outlaw full 140.6!
“The club's knowledgeable coaches, weekly training sessions, and strong community have been instrumental in my journey.”

Terry Blackwood Head of Coaching As Head of Coaching Terry works with the Coach Leadership Group to oversee our coaching and ensuring the development of our coaches. A club member since 2012 Terry can usually be found at the back of races doing his best to look like he’s enjoying it. Terry tries to show by example that you don’t need to be fast to be a triathlete.
	Karl-Eric Devaux IT administration & Membership officer Karl-Eric got into Triathlon in 2018 when a friend invited him to the Warsaw 5i50 – he loved it! He joined WTC in December 2019. He swims like a stone but loves the open water swimming experience. He is not a keen runner. You are more likely to see him on his bike. He looks after the membership processing for the club and general administration of the website.
Joe Howard Treasurer Joe has been a member of the club for just over 15 years in both the junior and senior guises. He has a passion for the club and the sport in general and likes to compete as often as he can – the type of event matters little! In his role as treasurer, Joe oversees the finances of the club. Although, he is more likely to be found cycling up a hill, somewhere in Yorkshire!
	Roger Lawty Secretary A latecomer to Triathlon, Roger joined the club in 2021 and struggled with a length of front crawl or a bike ride greater than 10 miles without at least one cafe stop ! 4 years later he completed a 70.3! “It’s all about the people for me. Encouragement and support is top tier and our great coaching team nurture all levels”.
Jane Partridge Welfare Officer Jane joined the club about 8 years ago as she wanted to try other sports besides running. “I was never any good at it!” she claims. Jane loves the camaraderie of the club and she has made some life long friends as well as some amazing memories. Jane says, “The club has shown me that although I may not be fast I’m still very much part of the Triathlon team!” As welfare officer for the club, Jane ensures that triathlon remains safe and fun for all involved.
	Belinda Parkinson Social Media Belinda joined Wakefield Triathlon Club in 2018 and quickly fell in love with the sport and the amazing community. She states, “Triathlon has challenged me, pushed my limits, and given me incredible experiences—plus, it’s where I met my partner! I’m excited to give back to the club as part of the committee.”
Mark Mills Communications Mark has been involved in endurance sport for many years and still loves the challenge, variety and community that comes with triathlon. “Running is probably my favourite discipline, although that depends on which session I'm doing at the time! One of the things I enjoy most about being part of Wakefield Triathlon Club is helping others at club sessions, whether that's answering questions, sharing experiences, or just encouraging people to give something new a go."
	Lisa Boyer Lisa joined Wakefield Triathlon Club in January 2020 as a complete beginner! “I was a ‘head up’ breaststroke swimmer, I’d not ridden a bike since I was a teenager and I’d only ever ran up to 3k. I thought the idea of a park run was out of my limits!” Since then Lisa has completed numerous sprint triathlons, an Olympic triathlon (sea swim), Outlaw half 70.3 and is currently in training for the Outlaw full 140.6! “The club's knowledgeable coaches, weekly training sessions, and strong community have been instrumental in my journey.”

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