Hi everyone!
This year I have had the opportunity to be invited to race the Transylvania Epic Stage Race in Pennsylvania, May 25th-29th. The TSE has always been a race that has been on my radar, and I am ecstatic to get the chance to finally race.
In addition to racing, I will be fundraising for the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA). NICA is an organization that I work closely with here in Georgia. NICA helps student-athletes find a passion with the life-long sport of cycling and encourages the growth as an individual, a student, and an athlete.
Please consider sponsoring me, or simply donating on my behalf to support NICA, an organization that is very important to me, and to get #morekidsonbikes. All proceeds from the fundraising will be directed to the PA League. Help me make the inaugural season of the PA Interscholastic League a smashing success! Donate to put #morekidsonbikes!
-Elliott Baring
The PA League and all other NICA Leagues share 5 Core Principles:
Inclusivity
Equality
Strong Body
Strong Mind
Strong Character
These are the key elements to our effort. This league is open to any student in 6th-12th grade. Everyone is welcome to take part. Everyone counts. No one "sits the bench."
Our primary focus is for our participants to experience the fun of this sport and the benefits it conveys to mind, body and character for life. Additionally, community service through trail advocacy will be a key component of the PA League effort state-wide.
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League is a non-profit 501(c)3 NICA Project League. The league as one of the largest first year leagues in NICA history with close to 300 riders participating in our first season. Our goal is to provide fun, safe, and competitive mountain biking opportunities for middle & high school students in the Commonwealth. The league also provides structured training programs for prospective coaches, riders, and school officials.
With the cooperation of our staff, volunteers, partners, sponsors, and you we will continue to grow and expand this educational, character building, and fun mountain bike experience throughout our state.
The Outdoor Experience Organization and Trans-Sylvania Epic are proud to support the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League. Net proceeds from the fundraising effort will be donated to the PA League by the OEO.