2001 will be remembered as the perfect season for veteran triathlete Kathleen Hughes. In a sport where consistency is rare, Kathleen finished her season undefeated in the 40-44 age group. Amazingly, Kathleen's 2001 schedule included the most competitive long course races in triathlon:

Kathleen picks up some special hardware at Buffalo Springs (Lubbock, Tx.), 2001

• The St. Croix Half Ironman
• Blackwater Eagleman Half Ironman
• Buffalo Springs Lake Half Ironman
• The Great Buckeye Challenge Half Ironman
• Hawaii Ironman World Championships.