Coach Amy says, "Danielle does not cease to amaze me with everything she does while keeping an encouraging smile on her face! The amount of training Danielle gets done while balancing-teaching, coaching, finishing her masters and taking good care of her family is astounding. Her teammates and friends can always count on her to lend a helping hand and encouragement. Danielle has the best attitude about life and makes the world bright with her smile and sense of humor. Congratulations Danielle, I couldn’t be prouder of you!"

A:  Danielle Freebern and I live in Greenfield Center. NY

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A:  I am a high school social studies teacher

A:  I completed my first triathlon in 2017 so 7 years

A:  This is my 2nd season with Coach Amy- we share a special love for pizza!

A:  My favorite triathlon is Ironman Lake Placid, I spend a lot of time in LP with my friends and family and it holds a special place in my heart.

A:  My running sneakers

A:  I am a 2 time 140.6 finisher, a 5x 70.3 finisher, 5x marathon and 2x Ultramarathoner. I have placed 2nd in the Athena category at the Patriot Half and have placed first in my AG the Lions Club Duathlon twice.

A:  To finish my 3rd 140.6 at IMLP with the T3 crew! Besides that I am looking forward to a happy and injury free season!

A:  I want to travel to Mt.Tremblant and Maine in the next couple of years to complete the 70.3 distances there.

A:  Peanut butter, pretzels, pizza

A:  Country, country and more country

A:  To take time to enjoy the race. Thank the volunteers, look around at the scenery and stop to hug and thank your support crew.

A:  Nutrition is key to success of triathlon, practice, practice, practice

A:  Fartlek runs: The name is fun and I love to run!

A:  I am honored to be the AOTM for T3. This group has made triathlon so much more than racing! I also want to take a minute to thank everyone who supports me and my triathlon journey. My friends, T3 crew, the BABS, and most importantly my husband and kids. Without their support I would not be able to accomplish the goals I set for myself and be the best athlete I can be!