TOMMY DOUBLEDAY

What School you attended? I went to Field, Emerson and Maine South. In May I graduated from Virginia Tech.

What sports do you play? Triathlon for 4 years, I was a competitive swimmer for 10 years prior to starting triathlon in college.

What inspired you to get started with your chosen sport? I wanted to continue swimming but not to the extreme level that I was. I used to run on my own time during the off season of swimming so when I got to college, my dad mentioned I should give triathlon a try since I did two of the three sports already. I joined the Virginia Tech Triathlon Club in October of 2020, fell in love with the sport and the people in it, and continued to work hard to get better each year.

Biking through the 56-mile bike portion of the Ironman 70.3 Western Massachusetts last June. I went on to take 2nd overall (out of 1220)

What is your proudest moment? Who do you have to thank for helping you get there? It’s hard to lock down one specific moment where I was proudest. I am most proud of the constant improvement I have been able to see. I continue to push myself each day to become the best I can be. This has created some great results including winning the 2024 Chicago Olympic Triathlon (1st out of 2482).

Who is someone you admire? I really admire Ben Kanute. He has had a very strong career racing in triathlons of all calibers including the Olympics and Ironmans. He has been able to accomplish great success while balancing family and other important needs in his life.

What advice do you have for others looking to get into your chosen sport? Take the risk and give it your all. Don’t be afraid to try something that could push you to your limits. Taking the risk and trying something difficult will only make you better. You might find that you don’t like it, and that’s more than okay, but it’s better to find you don’t like it than to not try at all.

Beyond sports, what do you like to do? I was a trumpet player for 11 years, including four years in the Marching Virginians at Virginia Tech. I am also a swim coach and plan to do some work with my Industrial Design degree.

What do you hope to accomplish someday?

My goal is to race professionally and make this my job. My plan is to start racing professionally next year and I’m hoping to build a portfolio of sponsors who are willing to back me and allow me to focus on becoming the best triathlete I possibly can. Racing professionally would include the Ironman Pro Series and hopefully, one day, the T100 Triathlon World Tour.

Community Events

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Park Ridge Park District’s Pumpkin Smash and Bash Centennial Sled Hill

Roll your pumpkin down the Centennial Sled Hill in a fun competition. Go Green by helping to clean up the newly smashed pumpkins and learn about composting. Event is free but registration is required. prparks.org

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Daylight Saving Time Ends

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library Concert: The Chris Greene Quartet Park Ridge Public Library, 20 South Prospect Ave.

First Floor Meeting Room

Enjoy a performance from this longstanding Chicago jazz group, who integrate elements of funk, hip-hop, rock, pop, blues, and reggae into their sophisticated style https://parkridgelibrary.libcal. com/event/1298622

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Stroll Park Ridge Book Club Kick Off!

132 S. Prospect Ave.

Book discussion will be on The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. Don’t forget to read the book before the meeting. Refreshments will be served. Future book club meeting locations to be determined. Bring your calendars. Email strollparkridgeevents@ gmail.com to register!

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9

10:00am - 4:00pm

Resurrection College Prep High School 33rd Annual Holiday Arts & Craft Fair

Resurrection High School

7500 W Talcott Ave, Chicago

Shop a wide variety of handcrafted items at nearly 200 craft displays. reshs.org

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11

11:00am -11:30am

Veterans Day Hodges Park

American Legion Post 247 honors and remembers our Veterans. Please join the Park Ridge Community on this very special day honoring our military veterans. Honor Ceremony starts promptly at 11 am.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Stroll Park Ridge Super Supper at Sal Pique

130 N. Northwest Highway

Come out and enjoy great company and delicious food as Stroll Park Ridge “passes the hat” for local charity Rainbows For All Children. Suggested free will donation of $25 per family. Please RSVP by November 7th to strollparkridgeevents@gmail.com

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23

8:00am - 6:00pm

Blanket of Dreams

Blanket Making Event

Mary, Seat of Wisdom Ministry Center, 920 Granville Ave. Bring a pair of scissors and 4 yards of fleece and help make blankets for the homeless. www.blanketofdreams.com

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24

9:00am - 7:00pm

Wonderland in RosemontNutcracker Village DES Convention Center

The Village of Rosemont will display hand-painted Nutcrackers at the DES Convention Center during the Sports Spectacular & Muscle Car Shows. https://rosemont.com/ desconvention

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27

9:00am -10:15am

Stroll Park Ridge Monthly Coffee Park Ridge Country Club

Open to all in the Park Ridge Community! Sponsored by Sue Hall with @properties. Please rsvp to strollparkridgeevents@gmail.com

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28 8 am

Edison Park Turkey Trot epturkeytrot.enmotive.com

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3

Wings Program, IncCozy Comfort Drive

Park Ridge Public Library, 20 South Prospect Ave. Donation boxes will be located in the Children’s Service Department and Second Floor Lobby Wings will be collecting new hats, scarves, gloves/mittens for families seeking shelter. New and unworn items only. www.parkridgelibrary.org

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14

10:00am - 5:00pm SAVE THE DATE!!

Stroll PARK RIDGE presents Park Ridge CHRISTMAS Stroll 2024 FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Park Ridge Christmas Stroll featuring live entertainment, Santa Visits, Christmas Pageant, Winter Wonderland, Gingerbread House Contest, Ugly Sweater Contest, Bake Sale, Cake Walks, Vintage Christmas Train display, caroling, concerts, crafts, snowball fights with the Elf, Christmas Pub Stroll, and much more! Visit www.strollparkridge.com for details and a complete schedule.

BENNETT JOHN MAZUREK

July 29, 2024

6 pounds and 12 ounces 20 inches long

Big Sisters: Adeline & Amelia Proud Parents: Brett & Angie Mazurek