Hydration All middle school student-athletes should drink at least 8 ounces of water per day for every year of age to ensure that they are properly hydrated. For example, an 11-year old should drink at least 88 ounces of water each day. This doesn’t just apply to practice day, but throughout the week and minimally...
Each student-athlete must bring the following to every practice and race: Mountain bike in working order (see FAQs for advice on bike features, where to purchase, and typical costs) Bike helmet in safe condition and with a proper fit Closed-toe shoes Water bottle(s) or hydration pack Bike gloves Eye protection Spare tube (even if you run tubeless)...
Volunteer coaches must obtain both of the following: Approval with the PUSD volunteer coordinator (free). Level 1 (or higher) license certification with the Arizona Cycling Association PUSD VOLUNTEER CLEARANCE Complete a PUSD volunteer application by contacting Deb Prieto, volunteer coordinator, at Deb.prieto@prescottschools.com, or (928) 445-5400 ext. 70140. The process is free and easy but takes...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Bike Skills/Equipment Practices Racing Cost and Financial Assistance Volunteers/Coaches Other BIKE SKILLS/EQUIPMENT QUESTION: What biking skills are required? All riding abilities are welcome and there are no tryouts. Our coaches will provide your child with the skills to navigate our trails in a safe and fun manner. Unlike some other sports, nobody...
The TeamSnap mobile app and website is where most team-based communications will occur, including practice schedules and locations, special announcements, Q&A, race-day info, and more. Below are a couple of tips and tricks for using this portal with the team. HOW TO ACCESS TeamSnap on the Apple iOS App Store TeamSnap on the Google Play...
General Overview The Arizona Cycling Association has two conferences: north (ours) and south. The two alternate between Saturday versus Sunday race days, with middle school going in the early morning and high school in the late-morning/early-afternoon. Racing is not required, but is highly encouraged. Race Registration All student-athletes MUST BE registered for racing through the...
ABCDE Bike Check A – Air in tires? B – Brakes working properly? C – Chain lubed? D – Deraillurs shifting properly? E – Everything else. Do a drop test and listen for awkward noises. Video: Bike Safety Check Helmet Check Proper size and fit? Sitting level on the rider’s head? Straps form the letter...
How to Instruct Name the skill Explain where, when, and why it is used Explain teaching points with static demonstration Provide a moving demonstration Prompt for questions Have students practice and provide feedback Prompt for remaining questions Offer progressions, if appropriate Video: Introduction 3 Essential Skills Head up, eyes scanning ahead At least one finger...
Thanks to tax credit donations from our community, the 2022 Arizona Cycling Association race season is FREE to all Mile High Middle School team members (a $100 per student-athlete value)! Registration Instructions Access the registration page for Race #1: Flagstaff, select your student-athlete, and click “Register.” Select the “Invoice Team” radio button and enter the...
This month’s Lady Badgers event featured inspirational guest speakers Kate Phelan from Soul Ride Bikeshop and Laurie Horton from both the PMBA- board and KAOL (Kick Ass Old Ladies) group. Sami Doyle and Camryn McKelvey, both PHS alumni racers turned PUSD coaches, also joined us alongside Lucy and Claire Villanueva + Merceda Hedge from the...
