Today we spotlight our good friend and amazing athlete Scott Schweinsberg.Today we spotlight our good friend and amazing athlete Scott Schweinsberg. He recently took on Challenge Roth in Germany and conquered it with ease; getting up early the next morning to continue his European vacation with his family. Ya know, like he hadn’t done anything – LOL.
WHEN DID YOU JOIN VALHALLA + VALKYRIE RACE TEAM?
WHEN DID YOU JOIN VALHALLA + VALKYRIE RACE TEAM?
2020
WHEN DID YOU START TRIATHLON?
2015 Tejas Triathlon (I think that was the name of the race)
2015 Tejas Triathlon (I think that was the name of the race)
TELL US ABOUT YOUR TRIATHLON JOURNEY:
A buddy talked me into doing Tejas triathlon. I almost drowned in the swim. Walked around edge of lake. Got to my bike which was a 50 pound Schwin, everyone who didn’t pass me in the swim had now passed me. So now to the run which I thought I was good at. Passed maybe theee people. I came in next to last, not in my age group but overall. The next year, we were at market street for the same buddy’s birthday and had a few drinks. Ironman Texas was going on and we were inspired by the finishers and decided we would sign up and do it next year. Of course we didnt Well the same thing happens the following year but I decided to sign up and it forced me to figure out how to swim. Finished, made a lot friends and somehow have kept racing.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE RACE?
I did the St Louis marathon and ran the full with my youngest daughter and the first 10 miles of the half with the oldest daughter. Nice to run with the girls.
I did the St Louis marathon and ran the full with my youngest daughter and the first 10 miles of the half with the oldest daughter. Nice to run with the girls.
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT IN THIS SPORT?
Seems like it is always the first and last race. So first Ironman Texas and last was Challenge Roth. Traveling to another country for a race isn’t easy!
Seems like it is always the first and last race. So first Ironman Texas and last was Challenge Roth. Traveling to another country for a race isn’t easy!
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE?
Easy answer. Learning to swim!! I have to admit cycling is way harder than I imagined.
Easy answer. Learning to swim!! I have to admit cycling is way harder than I imagined.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POST RACE FOOD?
Burgers and beer.
Burgers and beer.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY.
Wife of almost 40 years, Sabina is a good Sherpa and loves going to the various race location’s and hanging out with everyone!!! Oldest daughter Samantha lives in Greenville SC and is an accountant. Not really running much anymore but we have done a few races together. Youngest daughter Courtney lives in the Woodlands and is a dentist. We have done 7 marathons together. And she and her husband have signed up for Ironman Teas 2025. My last one ever!!! I am serious this time.
Wife of almost 40 years, Sabina is a good Sherpa and loves going to the various race location’s and hanging out with everyone!!! Oldest daughter Samantha lives in Greenville SC and is an accountant. Not really running much anymore but we have done a few races together. Youngest daughter Courtney lives in the Woodlands and is a dentist. We have done 7 marathons together. And she and her husband have signed up for Ironman Teas 2025. My last one ever!!! I am serious this time.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROFESSIONAL/PERSONAL LIFE.
I retired from the postal service 10 years ago but I am still working as a consultant for them. It has been a good career. We have lived in Oklahoma City, St Louis, Washington DC. I enjoy playing almost any sport.
I retired from the postal service 10 years ago but I am still working as a consultant for them. It has been a good career. We have lived in Oklahoma City, St Louis, Washington DC. I enjoy playing almost any sport.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NO ONE WOULD EVER GUESS/KNOW ABOUT YOU?
I play in disc golf tournaments.
I play in disc golf tournaments.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT THIS TEAM?
I thought after my first Ironman that would be it. But it is a great community with so many personalities. Everyone is very supportive and it is so enjoyable to hang out with athletes with similar interests.
I thought after my first Ironman that would be it. But it is a great community with so many personalities. Everyone is very supportive and it is so enjoyable to hang out with athletes with similar interests.
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE AUTHOR?
Barry Switzer. Had it get an Univeraity of Oklahoma plug in here.
Barry Switzer. Had it get an Univeraity of Oklahoma plug in here.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT?
Jack Browns Beer and Burger Joint in Greenville SC.
Jack Browns Beer and Burger Joint in Greenville SC.
WHO IS YOUR BIGGEST INSPIRATION?
My mother. She did her best to raise my sister and I.
My mother. She did her best to raise my sister and I.
WHAT EXCITING PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE NEXT YEAR?
Ironman Texas with everyone.
Ironman Texas with everyone.
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
2026 is the year of “NO” to everyone asking to do any race.
2026 is the year of “NO” to everyone asking to do any race.
