About

Hey, I'm Non, a 4th year language student and current President of OUTriC. The club has been an integral part of my Oxford journey - I have loved meeting the most amazing people and discovering what the Oxfordshire countryside has to offer. Having swum and cycled competitively between 10 and 18, OUTriC has helped me foster a love for running that seemed almost impossible during my teenage years. I look forward to another fun and successful year for us as a club, and I'm super excited for what the next year will bring. Please don't hesitate to get in contact with me with any of your questions, or come say hi at a training session!
non.watts@seh.ox.ac.uk

Hey, I’m Ben, a 1st-year DPhil student in physiology (starting in October), having done my undergrad here, making this my fifth year in the club. For me, triathlon is a great way to explore Oxford and the surroundings beyond the lab/library. Find me at a session or get in touch for any training or racing related questions!

Hi! I'm Sofya. I edit this website + post on Instagram, so if there are any glitches, feel free to message me. I'm a 4th-year DPhil student (sigh), so I mostly use triathlon as a way to procrastinate finishing my PhD.

I work on access to medicines and think the human body is really cool, which is why I love swim-bike-run. Come chat with me about biology, human endurance, and any new Instagram ideas you have as well.

Hi! I'm Cecilia, a second-year PhD student in Engineering Biology. After practicing (and failing to like) literally every sport (ballet, padel, horse riding, roller skating... you name it!), the moment I tried triathlon I immediately fell in love with it and I've been fully committed to it for about 4 years (true love story right?) As the new Events Officer, I hope to organise events for everyone to enjoy, whether you have done the sport before or not, and who knows, maybe you will also fall in love with triathlon!

Hello, I'm Yannis. I'm a second-year DPhil student in Engineering Science, which means the nerdy side of triathlon really resonates with me. I started triathlon in my first year with a modest running background, no bike, and the swimming ability of a rock, so I can vouch for the club being beginner-friendly. You might spot me doing laps of Christ Church Meadow or using the tiniest bit of training as an excuse to "carb-load".

Hi, I’m Josh, a 2nd year Geographer. I love triathlon as it’s a great excuse to eat any and everything in sight (ignoring dairy, gluten, or my ability to process either). Another great thing about triathlon is there’s always something you can learn from your fellow triathletes; for me that’s mainly when swimming! I’m the secretary this year, so I’ll be coordinating races as well as helping out with admin bits around the club! If you have questions, drop me a message.

joshan.davies@keble.ox.ac.uk

Hey, I’m Arabella, a DPhil in Engineering and one of your Tri Captains this year! Unlike many, I didn’t come via the rowing conveyor belt - my background is endurance, so Ironman, ultras, and trail marathons had already confirmed I have no off switch before I ever pulled on a tri suit. Training for three sports instead of one turns out to be the perfect amount of too much, and the people here make even the grim sessions properly fun. Cycling is the best; this isn’t up for debate. Swimming is the leg I do mainly, so the other two count. Any questions? Drop me an email or come find me at training!

Hey, I'm Liv - this year's kit officer! I joined OUTriC earlier this year, following the classic rowing -> triathlon pipeline. I've loved getting to know so many friendly people through the club, exploring the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside and seeing progress in the three sports. Everyone knows you can never have too much kit, so if you have any ideas for new designs or items please let me know!

Hi, I'm Lucy! I am a first/second year geography undergrad. I joined a lot of societies in first year but OUTriC has definitely been the best of them. Everyone is so welcoming and I even met my "iconic duo" partner in crime (Ella, social sec). I was new to triathlon last year but I love the positive environment and getting to do three different sports with great people. I am excited to be a social sec this year to bring even more fun to the club both in training sessions and outside of them.

Hiiii all! I'm Jackson, an incoming DPhil student in Clinical Neurosciences at The Queen's College, Oxford and a medical student (MD–PhD). I love pushing myself through long-distance triathlons and endurance events, and I'll be taking on my first full Ironman at Ironman Wales this year. Triathlon has introduced me to some of my closest friends and training partners, and I can't wait to meet all of you!
I'm the TC officer this year and am really excited to organise both international and local trips for the club. If you've got any ideas for places you'd like to visit, races you'd like to do, or adventures you'd like Oxford Tri to take on, feel free to drop me a message, I'd love to hear them!

Hello, I’m Hallee, a 2nd-year undergrad studying physics at Univ! I only started doing triathlons in my first year in Oxford and have loved every second of it (maybe not the Thursday morning swims during winter). The club is super friendly and welcoming, which gave me tons of confidence as a first-timer. I was a recreational runner/cyclist before joining the tri club and only started swimming seriously last year, so it’s pretty reasonable that swimming is my least favourite of the three. Apparently, I’m known as the Monday-morning turbos enthusiast, so please come to turbos if you fancy seeing me sleep-deprived. 
chun.lou@univ.ox.ac.uk

Hi! I’m Johanna, just finished my MSc and about to start a DPhil in Climate Physics! Joining OUTriC has genuinely been one of the best decisions I’ve made since coming to Oxford. With a background in swimming, picking up two brand new sports has been equal parts exciting and overwhelming (who knew there was so much to learn about bike gear and running technique)! The club has been such an incredible support network through all of it.
This year I’m taking on the role of Novice & Welfare Officer, so making sure newcomers (both to the club and to the sport) feel welcome and supported is my mission. Drop me a message if you have any questions about joining or are new to the club :)

Hi, I’m Ray, a third-year DPhil in philosophy! As a retired DIII swimmer, I don’t underestimate how lucky I am to have stumbled into
this club and to be surrounded by awesome people broadly invested in the gentle pursuit of modest competence. My tri-specific growth edges are abundant: timing dinner just right before track, keeping it together on sketchy descents, accepting that the pool isn’t 25 yards…
I’m so delighted to serve as this year’s sponsorship and alumni rep and to help solidify the future of the club. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns, compliments, whatever—can’t wait to meet you!

Hello, I’m Ella the other half of the “iconic duo” :) and a second year geographer. I joined OUTriC as a fresher last year, a little intimidated at first, but soon realised the club is so so welcoming and friendly. Despite growing up a swimmer, my favourite thing to do is hop on a bike and zoom down some country lanes. In my opinion, it’s the best way to take a break from the Oxford bubble!! I can’t wait to organise lots of fun events for next year - Lucy and I have already started planning… get your diaries ready for the term card because you will not want to miss anything!!

Members of OUTriC are encouraged to get in contact with any of us if they're interested in taking up a committee role next year!

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We're always happy to chat through what our roles involve, and to help anyone looking to join the club!