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Lender Support Systems, Inc. (LSSI), a provider of compliance and loan servicing software, announced it is sponsoring employee and challenged athlete Chris Kinnee to compete in the San Diego Triathlon Challenge (SDTC) at La Jolla Cove, on Sunday, October 26th, 2008.


The San Diego Triathlon Challenge is a half-Ironman distance event that features world-class challenged athletes, professional triathletes, celebrities and other able-bodied participants on one of the most breathtaking courses in the country.


Chris Kinnee became an amputee at the young age of 6 years old. While going to the doctor with a simple ear infection, an injection of penicillin was incorrectly administered into his artery. Gangrene set in his foot and it almost took his life. With crutches under his arms and not yet fitted with his first prosthesis, Chris competed with other children who had physical disabilities and continues his athletic quest today.

“This will be Chris’s first triathlon and his first ever competition on a road bike,” said Cary Burch, president and CEO of LSSI. “LSSI is proud of Chris’s determination and we are proud to be part of this special event,” Burch concluded.

Through LSSI’s donation, The Challenged Athletes Foundation has purchased a racing cycle for Kinnee. When asked what keeps him going, Chris Kinnee stated: "Stay positive and never give up on your dreams!"

About The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF)

Established in 1997, the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) is a unique organization that recognizes the athletic greatness inherent in all people with physical challenges and supports their athletic endeavors by providing grants for training, competition and equipment needs. Grants are awarded for a wide range of physical challenges, across the entire spectrum of sport. The hundreds of athletes assisted by CAF range from world class athletes competing on an international level to those who are recently disabled and are intent on becoming more active. For more information, visit www.challengedathletes.org

About LSSI

Founded in 1982, Poway, Calif.-based Lender Support Systems, Inc. (LSSI) provides a suite of compliance solutions to mortgage lenders and service providers as a platform for building more streamlined, cost effective and profitable loan services. The company’s technology solutions include: compliance services, mortgage closing document preparation software, and loan servicing software. For more information, visit www.lendersupport.com.