The 10th Annual TCT7 Swim
The 10th Annual TCT7 Swim returned to Long Pond and welcomed 70 swimmers with 44 one mile entrants and 26 3.5 mile entrants. . Coleman Yates of Valdosta finished as the top overall male finisher for the one mile event completing the course in 24 minutes and one second. Bethany Glen of Valdosta finished as the top overall female finisher for the one mile event completing the course in 24 minutes and five seconds. Patrick Calderon-Schuler of Dalton, GA, finished as the top overall male for the 3.5 mile event with a time of one hour 17 minutes and 53 seconds. Amelia Blevins of Valdosta, GA, finished as the top overall female for the 3.5 mile event, completing the course in one hour 33 minutes and 45 seconds.
Thanks to all who helped make the 2021 “The Clock is Ticking” 7 Mile Swim Event (aka TCT7) Swim a success. The event’s focus continues to be one of honoring God, remembering the life and legacy of James Eunice, and honoring the story of Captain Mark Weber, the winner of our 2014 3.5 Mile Event who was killed in action in Iraq on March 15, 2018. We were also blessed to have Mark Weber’s sister, Leah, participate in the one mile event and win her age group. In addition, Mark’s parents, Ron and Marge, and sister Kristen attended the event.
This year marked the first yeat the event served as a qualifier for the Georgia state open water swim team. Seven swimmers were selected as members of the 2021 team.
We would like to thank all of our swimmers for theparticipating in this year’s event. We we would also like to say a special thank you to our volunteer team, including students from Georgia Christian School, and Phi Mu sorority from Valdosta State University. We hope you can join next year for the 2022 event, scheduled for the weekend of 10-11 September.
Check for additional updates on this website and the TCT7 Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/657743721280248/.
The TCT7 is a non-profit event where proceeds go back to a community (scholarships, local charities, etc.) that gave so much to a family when it mattered most. Centering around 17 year old James Eunice, a young man wise beyond his years, who impacted the community in ways that continue even to this day. The event is designed for participants to be challenged in both the water as an athlete and in life as a friend, family member, and neighbor.
All events will be held at the Lowndes County 4H Camp, 5000 4H Club Road, Lake Park, Ga 316366 on beautiful Long Pond. Click for map and directions. World Open Water Swim Association (WOWSA) sanctioned the 2019 event. We thank you for continuing the legacy of James Eunice, a young man who is still making a difference in this world.
** Anyone younger than 18 must have permission from parent or guardian**
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a sporting event that inspires people to live wholesome lives, reach their potential and keep James’s legacy alive through supporting the James Eunice Charity Foundation.
Our Vision
To provide a nationally recognized sporting event that attracts swimmers from across the local area, state and country to partake in endurance competitions, food, hospitality, and fun; and more importantly, to inspire them through the example of James Eunice to live lives of utmost meaning and purpose. The swim event will offer a unique opportunity to provide a venue where they gather to enjoy each other, food, and athleticism, all to honor James' legacy of a lifestyle that puts God first, others second, and self last.
Our Goal
Our goal goes far beyond athletics. Our team will provide an annual two-day event that brings people together by sharing great food, providing fun activities, and allowing volunteer opportunities during a professionally coordinated swim event – all in a climate where God is present. We desire everyone to hear the convicting stories of James’ faith, the Eunice family’s love, and a giving community – and to allow God as unhindered way in their lives …as He did in James.
What Does ‘The Clock is Ticking” mean?
At age 17, James David Eunice left this life much too soon. Eight months before he left us, he penned words drawn from a broken heart because of a missed opportunity to share his faith with a schoolmate who was killed in a car accident. These 219 words live on as part of a young man’s legacy never to be forgotten. It is titled “The Clock is Ticking”.
The Clock is Ticking©
Take time to love someone. Today, Tomorrow, For the rest of your life. Because when that unexpected day comes that they pass on, you’ll be left wondering what you could’ve done better. How you could have made them feel more welcome, and show that you do care for them. Don’t wait until it’s too late like I did. Show the love that Jesus has for you to everyone you see. Let your heart break for what breaks His. Christ is enough. Let Him show you life. You never know who He may touch through you. It is so sad that it takes a tragedy like this to comprehend how our days are numbered. Only He knows. Keep your faith in Him. He will bless you beyond belief. Our job is right now. This very second. So often, God gives me a little nudge towards someone.. and I put it off until the next day.. and then the next and then the next. Stop stalling. God put us on this earth for HIS glory. Not ours… and so many times, the things I do always point back to me and my stupid self righteousness. So do something with me. Everyone. If this just touches one person, I will have done my job. Don’t stall. Judgement is a heart beat away.
– James Eunice, April 2010