The Gateway Triathlon Cup

June 28-30, 2024
370 Lakeside Park | St. Peters, MO
PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Elite Race
750m swim | 20K bike | 5K run
PATCO Americas Triathlon Para Cup Elite Race
750m swim | 20K bike | 5K run
Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Race Series
750m swim | 20K bike | 5K run
Age Group Draft-Legal Super Sprint Race
300m swim | 9.5K bike | 2366 Meter run
Join MSE Racing at beautiful, spectator friendly, 370 Lakeside Park where we will host an exciting weekend of racing!
With the support of USA Triathlon, World Triathlon, and the City of Saint Peters, MSE Racing is proud to present The Gateway Triathlon Cup at 370 Lakeside Park. The Gateway Triathlon Cup is a group of races that is occurring over the weekend of April 14th-16th. It is one of 4 races of its kind in the United States consisting of elite races, elite para races, age group draft legal race, and more! Sally Drake and the MSE Racing Crew are honored to have the opportunity to bring this event to our passionate St. Louis triathlon community!
Races





SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & Park Road Closure Times
Preliminary Event Schedule
***All schedules are subject to change without notice, please check back often***
Friday, June 28th, 2024
9:00am - 7:00pm
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Event Site Open for Visits (no swimming allowed)
10:00am - 11:15am
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
10:00am - 10:30am
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Elite/NTDR Bike Familiarization
10:45am - 11:15am
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Elite/NTDR Swim Familiarization
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Para-triathletes Bike Familiarization
11:30am - 12:00pm
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Para Swim Familiarization
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Volunteer Training for Swim Handlers
12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Mandatory Race Briefing/Packet Pickup -
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Location - To Be Determined
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5:00pm - PATCO Para Athletes
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6:00pm - PATCO Elite Athletes
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6:45pm - National Triathlon Development Athletes
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7:30pm - Technical Officials Briefing
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Saturday, June 29, 2024
Sunday, June 29th, 2023
Women's Age Group Draft-Legal Super Sprint Race
8:00am
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Transition "A" Opens
8:15am
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Swim Warm-Ups Open
8:45am
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swim Warm-Ups Close/Transition Close
8:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
8:55am - 10:15am
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PARK ROADS CLOSE
9:00am
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Race Start
Men's Age Group Draft-Legal Super Sprint Race
10:00am
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Transition "B" Opens
10:15am
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Swim Warm-Ups Open
10:45am
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swim Warm-Ups Close/Transition Close
10:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
10:55am - 12:15pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSE
11:00am
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Race Starts
12:15pm
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Age Group Awards Ceremony
Women's & Men's Americas Triathlon Para Cup Elite Race
11:30am - 1:40pm
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Athlete Lounge Opens
12:00pm - 12:40pm
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Transition Opens
12:15pm - 12:45pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
12:50pm
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
12:55pm - 4:00pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSE
1:00pm - 2:25:38pm
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Race Start - PTS5-M 1:00pm
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Race Start - PTVI1-M 1:05pm
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Race Start - PTVI2/3-M 1:07:41pm
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Race Start - PTVI1-W 1:09pm
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Race Start - PTVI2/3-W 1:12:11pm
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Race Start - PTS5-W 1:15pm
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Race Start - PTS2/3/4-W 1:16pm
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Race Start - PTS4-M 1:25pm
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Race Start - PTS2/3-M 1:26pm
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Race Start - PTWC1-M 2:10pm
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Race Start - PTWC2-M 2:13:00pm
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Race Start – PTWC1-W 2:22pm
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Race Start - PTWC2-W 2:25:38pm
4:00pm
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PATCO America's Para Triathlon Cup Awards Ceremony
Women's PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Elite Race
8:45am
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Transition “A” Opens
9:00am
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Swim Warms-Ups Open
9:45am
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Swim Warms-up Close/Transition Close
9:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
9:55am - 11:20am
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
10:00am
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Race Start
Men's PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Elite Race
10:45am
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Transition "B" Open
11:00pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
11:45am
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Swim Warm-Up Close/Transition Close
11:50am
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
11:55am - 12:20pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
12:00pm
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Race Start
1:30pm
PATCO America's Triathlon Cup Awards Ceremony
Women's Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Race Series
12:45pm - 1:30pm
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Athlete Lounge Opens
1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Transition "A" Opens
1:15pm - 1:45pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
1:50pm
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
1:55pm - 3:20pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
2:00pm
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Race Start
Men's Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Race Series
2:45pm - 3:30pm
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Athlete Lounge Opens
3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Transition "B" Opens
3:15pm - 3:45pm
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Swim Warm-Up Open
3:50pm
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Athletes Staged for Introduction
3:55pm - 5:20pm
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PARK ROADS CLOSED
4:00pm
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Race Start
5:30pm
Human Powered Health National Triathlon Development Awards Ceremony
Park Road Closure Times
Friday, April 14th 10:00am – 11:15am
Saturday, April 15th 9:55am – 11:20am, 11:55am – 1:20pm, 1:55pm – 3:20pm & 3:55pm – 5:20pm
Sunday, April 16th 8:55am-10:15am, 10:55am - 12:15pm & 12:55pm – 4:00pm
Course Maps & Google Earth Flyovers
PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup
PATCO Americas Para Triathlon Cup
Human Powered Health NTDR
Transition & Parking
Athlete Information & Prize Purses
Athlete Briefings
Prize Purses
PATCO Americas Triathlon Cup Prize Purse
Prize money of 10,000 USD to be offered - $5000 USD Men & $5000 USD Women
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1st: $1500 USD
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2nd: $1250 USD
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3rd: $1000 USD
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4th: $750 USD
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5th $500 USD
Human Powered Health NTDR Prize Purse
Prize money of $3,000 USD to be offered - $1500 USD Men & $1500 USD Women
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1st: $750 USD
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2nd: $500 USD
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3rd: $250 USD

The Gateway Triathlon Cup and MSE Racing is not involved in prize money payout. Questions about prize money payouts can be directed to: brian.damico@usatriathlon.org
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Upon the conclusion of the event, once results are finalized, they will be sent to USA Triathlon
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USA Triathlon will then reach out to athletes within seven (7) days post-event that are to receive prize money to request payment forms, including ACH for a wire transfer
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Once forms have been completed and returned, the payments will be processed


Pre Race Swim Times & Event Swag
Event Swag
Stay tuned for swag details!
Rec Plex Natatorium
LOCATION (5-10 minutes from the event site):
5200 Mexico Road
Saint Peters, MO 63376
ADMISSION RATE:
$10 USD covers general access to the Rec-Plex weight room, cardio room, indoor track, gymnasium, ice rink, indoor pools, and locker rooms. For more information visit the Rec Plex website!
LAP SWIM TIMES:
Thursday, 5:00am - 8:30pm
Friday, 5:00am - 8:30pm
Saturday, 7:00am - 7:00pm

Volunteer Information & Training
Be a part of the action by signing up to volunteer at The Gateway Triathlon Cup. Numerous volunteers are needed in a variety of positions throughout the weekend to ensure that all the races runs smoothly. Any amount of time a volunteer can spare is much appreciated. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your interest in volunteering.
Click on the "Volunteer Signup" button below to sign up for a specific time slot(s) and job(s). Please dress for the weather, as you will be outside for the event. MSE Racing appreciates all our volunteers, and you will be rewarded with snacks, drinks, a special token of our appreciation and a front row seat to the race action. Please note the times when the park roads are closed over the weekend and make sure you arrive with enough time to check in and to be able to get in position for your shift.


Volunteer training video for para athlete swim handlers
A brief practice training will take place on Friday, June 28th at 12:30pm at 370 Lakeside Park.
Spectator Information & Lodging
SPECTATORS PLEASE ENJOY:
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Sign Making Station - make a poster to cheer on the athletes.
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Yard Game Station - play some yard games in between the races.
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Chalk the Walk - write encouraging messages for the athletes.
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Vendors - visit the vendor booths and club tents that will be onsite.
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Snacks and Souvenirs - stop by the hospitality kitchen to purchase food, drinks and souvenirs.
370 LAKESIDE PARK AMENITIES:
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camping
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splash pad
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fishing
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small playground
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shaded pavilions
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rentals - kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boats and bikes
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For more information visit the 370 Lakeside Park Website!
VIEW FROM 370 LAKESIDE PARK
LODGING INFORMATION:
Coming soon!
THANK YOU TO OUR RACE SPONSORS!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE:
