Prior Lake Mountain Bike Team Informational Session

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1 Prior Lake Mountain Bike Team 2018 Informational Session

2 This is High School Mountain Biking! Prior Lake MTB in May 2017 Bicycling Magazine PL MTB Season Recap 2016 PLMT B Video NICA Video: NICA Video Prior Lake WCCO Interview: WCCO TV... Children of the Dirt video: Children of the Dirt video 4

3 Today s Agenda Introductions and Overview Prior Lake Team Information Team Philosophy/Objectives Message from Captains Why Join the Mountain Bike Team? Breakout Sessions: Returning Parents / Athletes What s new for 2018 season? New Parents / Athletes Parents - Registration, Fees, Equipment requirements New Athletes Q&A and get to meet your captains/returning riders Wrap Up Parents Expectations Recap / Questions Preseason Biking Challenge 4

4 Introductions Coaches/Ride Leaders/Volunteers 2018 Captains Returning Athletes / Parents New comers Register In-person / On-line today! Or Send an NOW to PriorLakeMTB@Gmail.com with: Athletes Name & Preferred Address / Cell Phone # Parent s Name & Preferred Address / Cell Phone # Athletes Grade (Fall 2018) This will be used to create invitations to Team Snap and NICA Pitzone to register

5 About NICA National Interscholastic Cycling Assoc. NICA is built on youth development principles that are the foundation of a movement that s fun, exciting, relevant and enriching to high school student-athletes. Specifically, NICA s five core principles are: 1. Inclusive 2. Equality 3. Strong body 4. Strong mind 5. Strong character Kids find mountain biking to be fun, social, and builds their self-esteem and confidence See NationalMTB.Org for more background and details about NICA

6 Prior Lake Team Philosophy #1 Goal of the program is to provide a fun, safe environment for kids to learn skills and challenge themselves to improve as cyclists, athletes and in life. Develop life-long skills, learn healthy life-style habits and hopefully spark a passion for the sport We will provide support and development for those athletes that are motivated to excel and compete at a high level; we will provide a safe, fun environment for those that want to learn & ride at their own pace. Comp, Sport and Club practice levels based on athletes skills/individual objectives. NOTE: Participants are NOT required to race in order to be part of the team, but we encourage everyone to try it out at least once Athletes will get out of the program what they put into it coaches will support them in this pursuit

7 Athlete Information & Expectations A Word from Our Captains Clarissa Wegener Dillon Flamm Gabe Czajkowski Josh Langhorst 4

8 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team

9 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 9

10 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear

11 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires

12 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes

13 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 13

14 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 6. Get to ride some coolest trails in the state 14

15 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 6. Get to ride some coolest trails in the state 5. Summer / Winter Bike weekend camping at Cuyuna

16 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 6. Get to ride some coolest trails in the state 5. Summer / Winter Bike weekend camping at Cuyuna 4. Overnight at State Championship Race

17 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 6. Get to ride some coolest trails in the state 5. Summer / Winter Bike weekend camping at Cuyuna 4. Overnight at State Championship Race 3. Meet and make new friends 17

18 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 6. Get to ride some coolest trails in the state 5. Summer / Winter Bike weekend camping at Cuyuna 4. Overnight at State Championship Race 3. Meet and make new friends 2. Friendly, festival-like environment at races

19 Top Ten Reasons to Join PL MTB Team 11. Earn a Varsity Letter 10. Discounts at Michael s Cycles on cool bikes and gear 9. Team event such as Team Picnic, Chik Fil A, DQ, bonfires Varsity & JV Boys State Champions / 3 Third-Place Team Finishes 7. Learn skills in an awesome sport you can do for a lifetime 6. Get to ride some coolest trails in the state 5. Summer / Winter Bike weekend camping at Cuyuna 4. Overnight at State Championship Race 3. Meet and make new friends 2. Friendly, festival-like environment at races 1. FUN!

20 Summer Cuyuna Camping Trip

21 Finally..did we have FUN? Fun at the Races

22 A Season in Pictures.

23 Break-out Sessions Group 1: New Parents / Athletes What to Expect Parents Volunteering Registration Fees Equipment Group 2: Returning parents / Athletes What s new this season New Race Venues Bye Week Selection Team Updates Practice Format

24 Quick Look at Fees Student Athletes: $50 to join the NICA League $40 per race ($200/5 race season) $250 Total for Season/Races League Fees include racer medical insurance coverage. Race fees can be paid on race-by-race basis or pre-paid in advance on NICA Pitzone MN League offers scholarships to cover race fees if these are prohibitive for anyone

25 Miscellaneous Items Registration / Waiver forms Required on NICA web site (PitZone) An invitation to register will be sent to the address you provide today. You will also be sent an invitation to join Team Snap. Uniforms (Jersey's/Shorts) Jersey/Shorts can be ordered via PodiumWear online store. ~$65 (for Short Sleeve Jersey; Cycling Shorts - ~$80) not included in above fees. 4

26 Equipment Requirements Required: Bike must be geared Mountain bike durable enough for off-road trails (between 26 and 29 wheels, no narrower than 1.75 wide). Road, BMX, Cyclo-cross, hybrid bikes would not be appropriate. Suspension is not necessary. Bicycle Helmet good shape and properly fitting; no full face helmets; MIPS helmet recommended Small bag for their bike (fits under the seat) or a camel back to carry: a spare inner tube, co2 cylinders and the co2 inflator (racers must be self-supported during races, so we will be learning how to do quick/basic repairs and athletes should have the minimum equipment needed) Water bottle or Camelback Team Jersey (to participate in races) Optional, but suggested: Gloves Eye Protection (sunglasses) Padded biking shorts Optional: Clip in pedals / shoes Suspension (front and/or rear) Cycle computer / HR Monitor Wahoo, Strava, MyMyRide, etc. - Free smart phone GPS Apps available to track time, distance, speed, etc Garmin - They will give you the best discount they can. NOTE: MN League has a limited fleet of loaner bikes for anybody that has areal need 4

27 NICA Discounts Available Bikes: See for details Sponsor Discounts: Michael s Cycles Products/Service discounts NICA Online Store and League sponsor discounts misc items Camel Backs, Parts, Jersey s, etc. See: 4

28 Changes for 2018 Season MN League Updates: Bye Week Selection New race venues Welch Village, Detroit Lakes, Lake Rebecca Prior Lake Team Updates: Administration: Eliminating $50 Team fee (thanks to our great fundraising/sponsorship efforts) Reimbursing Coaches / Ride Leaders fees for required training (Leadership Summit, Pitzone Registration fees, First Aid Training, etc) Practices / Coaching: Preseason Biking Challenge revisions More & consistent ride leaders; more discipline at start of practice; sign in/out Assigning each athlete a coach mentor / primary contact; Buddy System Refining our practice approach for Club and Middle School athletes Reduce frequency / duration Separate from Sport / Comp so we can focus on skills

29 Wrap up & Recap

30 Parent Information & Expectations Communication: 1. Team Snap Primary vehicle for weekly updates, schedules, athlete/coach availability, forms, upload / view picture, create forum discussions, etc. Accept invitation to join team snap and create an account Recommend downloading mobile phone version of Team Snap for easy access Update /Phone #s and choose option to accept s/text messages Update availability in Team Snap to let coaches know when you are attending or missing a practice or event..if you don t mark team snap as unavailable, we will expect to see you (and will be considered unexcused absence if you miss a planned event/practice). ** This applies to Athletes and Coaches/Ride Leaders 2. Facebook (open group)/twitter: Primarily for general public consumption info on upcoming events, race highlights, interesting articles. 3. High School Activities Page Website: mountain-biking Primarily for static information and general info on registration, news coverage/season recap, etc. 4

31 Parent Information & Expectations Safety: Understand inherent risks and precautions; we do all we can to minimize risks and prepare to handle situations Ensure Athletes come to practices and races prepared and with proper equipment (Including any medications/inhalers, etc) Transportation: Getting Athletes to / from practices and Race Events - We will very practice locations on weekends to provide variety; during the week, we will primarily stay in Prior Lake/Savage/Burnsville Volunteering: Assistance in practices and races; areas of need include: Require Parents to participate in volunteer roles at races - league allocates # of volunteer spots each team is required to fill based on team size Need assistance of Parents to help with practice (Coaches and/or ride leaders) - need your help/support to make this team possible. Need to maintain a 6:1 athlete/coach ratio. Coordinating food and Pitzone (start times, feed zone, team tent) at races Coordinating other team management roles registration, events, social media updates, Equipment/Uniforms, Website/communications, etc. A sign-up sheet will be sent out shortly. Parent Advisory Group: Sponsorship / Fundraising assistance: Club is entirely self-funded -- no reliance on School District / Athletic dept. Funds raised will be put into the club for items such as scholarships, loaner bikes, team tents, bike stands, supplies Advisory group provides direction and guidance on recruiting, fundraising, sponsorship, spending, etc 4

32 MN League Timeline Spring Coaches/Leaders Summit April/May Informational sessions/ recruit riders - April Preseason rides and informal practices May/June Captains Meeting Each Thursday in May 7-8pm PLHS Room 125 Preaseason Biking Challenge May - June Summer June - Mountain Bike Ninja Camp for 3 rd -6 th graders Non High School races MN Series Races, Buck Hill Thursday Races Official practice begins July 1 Fall 8/26 Austin, MN SPAM trail 9/9 Lake Rebecca 9/16 Rochester, MN Game Haven 9/30 Detroit Mountain 10/7 Welch Mountain, Welch, MN 10/14 Spirit Mt, Duluth, MN 10/27-28 Mt. Kato (2 day event - state championship) End of Season Awards - Nov Week 1

33 Recap Send your /Contact info to ** Do This Now** Athletes Name, Preferred Address / Cell Phone # Parent s Name, Preferred Address / Cell Phone # Grade (Fall 2018) This will be used to create invitations to Team Snap and NICA Pitzone Contact Chris Beyer (indy@integra.net) Participate in Parent Advisory Group Selling Lakefront Music Festival Tickets Recruit Friends to Join! Key Dates: May/June - Pre-season: May June Weekend Pre-season group rides May 1 - Racer registration / Waivers complete on NICA Pitzone prior to participation in preseason/regular season practices May 1 Pre-season Biking Challenge begins June MTB Ninja Youth Development Clinics begin (June 6, 13, 20, 27) July Season officially begins July 1 thru Oct 4

34 Thank You! Contact Info Facebook: Twitter: WebPage:

35 Pre-Season Biking Challenge Prior Lake MTB Biking Challenge: Pre-season Biking Challenge. We'll be officially starting May 1 after our info sessions and tracking total TIME BIKING (in 15 min increments) during the pre-season up to June 30. Athletes will use the honor system to track the time they spend biking between May 1 June 30. You should log your ride time on your own.it can via an App (Strava, MapMyRide, FitBit, etc) or just w/pencil/paper. I will request everyone to submit via their total hours at the end of the challenge period. There will be three levels to strive for during the challenge: 1. Bronze Level minimum of 15 to 25 Total Hours (~2hrs/week) 2. Silver Level - 26 to 45 Total Hours (~3 hrs/week) 3. Gold Level - Greater than 45 hours (~5.5hrs/week) All Participants will receive awards based on their level of achievement and anybody that meets the minimum hour requirement (15hrs) will be invited to participate in a DQ Celebration

36 Thank You!

37 Appendix/Extra Info

38 Ability-Based Racing The major changes include: Eliminated 2-lap increases in race distances for riders when they are upgraded Bring race times in-line with current coaching standards (all races under 90 minutes) Keep middle school racing focused on physical literacy, not performance Provide Junior and Senior athletes new to racing an appropriate racing category Eliminate division racing for individual scoring (still applies to team) A key change is the creation of the JV2 category. This is now the starting point for all student-athletes in grade. Students will only be moved out of JV2 once they have reached a high performance level or petition. There are no longer 2-lap increases for student-athletes that reach an upgrade. Also worth noting, middle school athletes are not subject to the mandatory upgrades previously applied. Conversion to Ability Based Racing 7th, 8th and freshman will be placed by grade per the new rules Sophomores, and the bottom half of JV (2016) will be placed in JV2 The top half of JV (2016) will be placed in JV3 Varsity (2016) will remain in varsity 38

39 Athlete Information & Expectations Practices Each practice has a specific purpose and there is a progression throughout the season. The main goals are to develop the athletes endurance, strength, technique and knowledge of the sport. Student athletes are expected to attend each practice and be prepared with the proper equipment (including any medication/inhalers that might be needed) and complete the entire workout. If a student athlete is going to be late or miss a practice they are expected to notify the coaches ahead of time (and note absence in Team Snap) Practices 3x/week (2x during the week and one weekend day) Athletes must Sign-in/Sign-out at each practice. Athletes must practice with the group they are assigned to unless they discuss and get approval from a coach Athletes should ride with a buddy of similar skill/speed do not abandon your buddy during a practice. You re performance in the races will be directly tied to what and how you practice 4

40 Athlete Information & Expectations Policies Follow Team Rules. Consequences for failure to do so. Helmets must be worn at ALL TIMES when on the bike Stay with your group / team - communicate with your ride leader/coach Sign in / out of EVERY Practice Be respectful of your team mates, coaches, volunteers and others on the trail Race Venue league rules should be followed by EVERYONE (helmets, wheels on the ground in pitzone, staying off the course, etc) Issues should be addressed with your practice category coach first communicate and discuss any issues or concerns We will follow Prior Lake Athletic Dept. policies and athlete code of conduct for grades, drug/alcohol use, etc. Safety * Sportsmanship * Respect * Effort 4

41 GRIT Theme for 2018 Grit = The Quality that makes us commit to long term goals and see them through despite challenges. It s the stick-to-it-ness that helps us keep going even when its hard. Grit is even more important than intelligence or talent when it comes to succeeding in life and school (and sports). Grit = Resilience + Perseverance Resilience the ability to bounce back after a tough situation and then get back to feeling just as good as you felt before. Ability to adapt to difficult circumstances that you can t change, and keep on thriving. Perseverance = Continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failures or opposition. When the going gets tough, the tough get going

42 High School Team Lettering Standards Prior Lake High School MTB Team Lettering Standard: Competes in at least 3 Varsity Level races during the season All Seniors who have more than one year of participation on the PLMTB team Any racer that contributes to the Team Scoring total in any 3 MN High School League races during the season Finishes in Top 5 for their Individual Category Season Point Totals or State Championship Race Coaches Discretion The racer attends and actively participates in all practices, time trials and races without an unexcused absence.(unexcused absence is any absence in which the coach is not notified in advance). Can use the following to offset gaps in above requirements: Volunteer in biking related capacity (e.g. trail building/maintenance, Free Bikes 4 Kids, etc). Tracking mileage on Strava Assisting at Youth Development Program