Nantucket Triathlon

08/03/2026

After surviving two bone marrow transplants that led to pulmonary fibrosis, Marci McCalley received the gift of a double lung transplant in February 2024. Just over two years later, she crossed the finish line at this years 2026 Nantucket Triathlon.

She may have finished near the back of the pack, but she was quick to point out that she "won the lung transplant division!"

For years, Marci came to Nantucket to cheer on her husband, daughter, and friends from the sidelines. This year, she was out there racing right alongside them.

This is what the Nantucket Triathlon is all about. It's not just about finishing times or podiums. It's about overcoming obstacles, celebrating second chances, and accomplishing something you once thought was impossible.

Marci, thank you for sharing your story with all of us. Congratulations - and thank you to the organ donor, family, friends, and medical team who helped make this all possible.

*Marci personally asked us to share this. Consider registering as an organ donor. You never know what incredible milestones the person you save will accomplish. https://www.organdonor.gov/sign-up

07/23/2026

If you raced with us this year, chances are you saw this man (on the right) - and definitely heard a lot of cowbell!

Harvey Young is a Nantucket legend. Year after year, he brings incredible energy to Madaket Road during the triathlon, helps athletes with bike issues, and keeps everyone smiling with his nonstop encouragement.

We're so fortunate to have Harvey as part of our race family.

Thank you, Harvey! Young's Bicycle Shop

07/22/2026

For the past two years, Team Matteo has been a special part of the Nantucket Triathlon - racing together, cheering on fellow athletes, and honoring the memory of Matthew ("Matteo") Sachman, who passed away at the age of 19.

We know how much this day means to the Sachman family. They remain in our thoughts, and we are honored to help remember Matteo through this event.

Photos: Andrew Lavin

07/21/2026

07/19/2026

After 16 years of the Nantucket Triathlon, people often ask us which year has been our favorite. It's never an easy question to answer.

We'll admit - yesterday was about as close to perfect as we could have hoped for.

Thank you to our incredible athletes, volunteers, sponsors, public safety officials, and everyone working behind the scenes for making this such a special event.

Results are posted online, with more photos coming soon!

See you on July 17, 2027! www.acktri.com

Photo by Kaie Quigley

07/18/2026

Sleep well, athletes. Tomorrow is going to be a special day.
We can't wait to see each of you on the starting line.

Thank you for all the support and gratitude you've shared leading up to this year's race - and over the past 16 years. It means more than you know.

07/12/2026

We've awarded Bib #1 this year to Nantucket native Beau Garufi. Beau has been competing in the Nantucket Triathlon since 2013 and has recorded the fastest overall finish time every year since then. We're excited to welcome him back to the starting line!

To find your bib number and review the Athlete Guide, please visit www.acktri.com

07/20/2025

Still smiling from yesterday? What an incredible day - the energy, the cheers, the nonstop high fives. It was everything we hoped for and more.

Take a look at our photo album - compliments of Chris Tran.

https://christran.smugmug.com/Nantucket-Triathlon-2025/n-TpBwHL

Save the date! July 18, 2026