ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – More than 1,600 volunteers helped make IRONMAN happen in the stateline this past weekend, supporting athletes throughout the swim, bike and run portions of the race.
Organizers say nearly 50 volunteer captains recruited volunteers to fill roles ranging from aid stations and crowd control to water safety along the course.
“It’s just really regarding,” Volunteer Stacey Slintech said. “Giving is always better than receiving. You always get so much out of it.”…