ALPENA — For Kevin Konczak, the road to becoming a world-class triathlete and Ironman competitor didn’t begin with a starting gun; it began behind the camera lens. Now, Konczak’s legacy in endurance sports will be recognized as he will be inducted into the Alpena Sports Hall of Fame on June 7.

While still in high school, Konczak found himself on the sidelines of the Hubbard Lake Triathlon, photographing his friend and fellow Alpena native Jeff Blumenthal. That single experience, watching a top cross-country skier struggle against triathlon’s unique challenges, sparked something in him.

What started as a casual rivalry evolved into a lifelong pursuit of excellence in one of the world’s most grueling sports. Konczak’s first race ignited a passion that carried him from the roads and trails

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