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BE A PART OF HISTORY IN HAPPY VALLEY!

IRONMAN announced that the IRONMAN® 70.3® Pennsylvania Happy Valley triathlon had been selected to host the IRONMAN 70.3 North American Championship in 2026. The event returned to central Pennsylvania on Sunday, June 14, 2026, offering a North American Championship title, elevated professional prize purse, and increased age group qualifying opportunities for the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Nice, France.

Athletes took on the challenge of a 1.2-mile swim in the Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir at Bald Eagle State Park, followed by a scenic 56-mile bike ride through the rolling hills of Centre and Clinton Counties. The race concluded with a 13.1-mile run across the Penn State University campus, looping through Beaver Stadium—home of the Nittany Lions.

The IRONMAN® 70.3® Pennsylvania Happy Valley continued to be a community-wide celebration, showcasing the strength, spirit, and hospitality of #HappyValleyPA. As a proud host of the IM Local program, local businesses, volunteers, and services came together to create a supportive and welcoming experience for athletes and spectators alike.

CHAMPIONING IMPACT

In 2026, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Pennsylvania Happy Valley North American Championship attracted a remarkable participation of over 1,800 athletes hailing from 44 U.S. states and 10 countries.

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IM LOCAL

The IM Local Program connects IRONMAN athletes and event volunteers to local State College businesses.

Thank you so much to everyone who reached out and participated. IRONMAN wouldn’t have been the same without you!

WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS!

In 2023-2026 we enlisted the help of over 4,000 volunteers for the IRONMAN® 70.3® Pennsylvania Happy Valley, a remarkable demonstration of community support.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time to help make IRONMAN as amazing as possible!

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Back Mountain Triathlon Athlete Stories: Cone brings perspective of competitor and organizer
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Back Mountain Triathlon Athlete Stories: Cone brings perspective of competitor and organizer
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For most sports fans, the words “Happy Valley” conjure up images of a sea of blue and white, the deafening roar of 100,000 football fans, and the legendary turf of Beaver Stadium.

But on June 14, the iconic home of the Nittany Lions will serve as the backdrop for an entirely different kind of competition. Roughly 1,800 athletes from all over North America will run onto the field, during the fourth annual IRONMAN 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley.

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Paula Findlay Claims Fourth Ironman 70.3 North American Championship
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Paula Findlay Claims Fourth Ironman 70.3 North American Championship
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Paula Findlay began racing in 2006, as she recently shared on The Women’s Race Podcast hosted by fellow professional triathlete Jackie Hering. Now in her 21st season of competition, the Canadian star continues to perform at the highest level, capturing her fourth Ironman 70.3 North American Championship title this weekend in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania.

The term “masterclass” may be overused, but it is difficult to find a better description of Findlay’s performance. She executed her race with precision from start to finish, building a decisive advantage and never giving her competitors an opportunity to challenge for the win.

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On the Ground at Ironman 70.3 Happy Valley: Here's what we learned from the pro panel and the key storylines to watch ahead of the Ironman 70.3 North American Championship.
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On the Ground at Ironman 70.3 Happy Valley: Here's what we learned from the pro panel and the key storylines to watch ahead of the Ironman 70.3 North American Championship.
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There is always a certain buzz when you drive up to the Athlete Village and start to feel the pre-race energy among both age-groupers and pros. Today in Happy Valley was no different.

This marks the seventh stop of the 2026 Ironman Pro Series, as well as the Ironman 70.3 North American Championship. Here are the key storylines and insights that emerged from the pro panel ahead of tomorrow’s race.

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