As I start the last day of 2009, I can look back on they year and say that is has been pretty eventful. It has been a year that has had all the ups and downs of training and racing. From the High of qualifying for the Ironman World Champs at Ironman NZ to the low of an injury that not only derailed my Kona aspirations but could of easily put an end to any future ironman races. Along the way there was also the acquisition of new sponsors, Half Marathon PB's, amazing overseas experiences and to end the year a couple of race wins.
So to highlight my 2009, i have put together my top 5 moments.
1. Winning my age group at Ironman NZ and qualifying for Ironman World Champs.
2. The 3 weeks in Kona for the Ironman World Champs. What an awesome experience, and a great crew to share it with also.
3. Finishing the Ironman World Champs. (Every ironman finish is a highlight)
4. Gaining the supprt of my first big sponsor, ENZA and Turners and Growers. Thanks team
5. The All Whites qualifying for the Soccer World Cup. (Its not all about triathlon).
I will put an hounourable mention in there for the sheep shearing cartoon that is funny as (oh yeahh!), and the screen door incident and the laughs it bought on. I will cop it if i don't mention it.
Heres to an awesome 2010.
Happy New Year everyone and take care over the holidays.
Mike.
