EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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Adventure racing is a multi-disciplinary team sport involving navigation through the outdoors . The four ( 4 ) person adventure race Fusion was introduced to Trinidad and Tobago ’ s sporting calendar in 2007 . It started with fourteen ( 14 ) teams and has grown exponentially over the past ten ( 10 ) years to host over one hundred ( 100 ) teams per year .
The name Fusion aptly suited the event as it means the bringing together of pieces to make a whole , releasing much energy in the process , which is exactly what takes place in Fusion amongst the teams , sponsors , volunteers and administrators . The event takes participants through mountainous trials and other terrain , engaging teams in the discovery of exotic flora and fauna . The fourmember teams which are categorized as male , female and co-ed , all compete against each other by engaging in activities that test their endurance , teamwork , and adaptability to physical and mental challenges in the unpredictability of the forest . It is the ultimate test of spirit , ingenuity and commitment . Fusion offers intrigue and suspense , as details of each stage of the race are only revealed just before that stage commences .
Fusion has earned its place as the premier adventure race in Trinidad and Tobago and is the largest adventure race in the Caribbean . The achievement of this accolade is attributable to the sponsors who share in the vision and have continued to support the development of the event , the participants who have continued to work hard on their speed , endurance and team work hence increasing the competitiveness of the event each year and the volunteers who continue to dedicate their time and effort in ensuring a successful event .
The participants of Fusion comprise of a varying cross-section of the populace . It has certainly evolved into an event that coalesces varying abilities through the participation of elite runners , cyclists , weekend runners , gym enthusiasts , average person on the street and even expatriates from Europe , USA , South America and the Caribbean . They all have a major role in the progression of Fusion by providing feedback and marketing of the event worldwide via word of mouth and social media . This coupled with the astute work of the planning committees and volunteers continue to see the progression of Fusion .
Adventure racing and Fusion have grown significantly in Trinidad and Tobago . There is always room for growth and development to benefit our many stakeholders . It is the vision for Fusion to be a staple regional event , which will increase the awareness of the sport , expand knowledge of the flora , fauna and culture of the host country , attract international participation and increase tourism .
Charles BobbSemple
Charles Bobb-Semple Race Director