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1. Utah High School Cycling League Input Your High School Team Parents Meeting
2. What is NICA & The Utah High School Cycling League
3. How it all started... 1998 Matt Fritzinger, a math teacher at Berkeley High School at the time, started a mountain biking club with just 4 student-athletes. 2000 Matt was organizing and producing a race series with teams from 4 local high schools competing – The NorCal League was born. 2008 The movement spread from NorCal to SoCal with the creation of the SoCal League. 2009 NICA was formed to take High School Mountain Biking coast to coast by 2020. 2011 Four leagues (NorCal, SoCal, Colorado and Washington) were racing with over 1,000 Student athletes and 109 High School Teams. Utah submits bid to NICA and is announced a Project League on September 13, 2011 2012 With the addition of Texas, Minnesota and Utah, Seven NICA leagues will be racing with 2,000 student-athletes competing. Utah makes history in becoming the largest first-year league with 328 registered student athletes and 230-240 racers. 2013 Arizona, Tennessee, and New York become Leagues. Utah expects growth ~100 more student athletes & ~10 more teams. NICA Founder, Matt Fritzinger “This isn’t just another racing program. This is in our schools. It’s a cultural shift, cycling in the mainstream.” -NICA Founder, Matt Fritzinger 4
4. NICA Defined National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) 501(c)3 Youth Development Non-Profit Organization National Governing Body for grades 9-12 inter-scholastic mountain biking. NICA finds and supports local leadership to create and supports NICA chapter leagues within specific geographic regions across the US. NICA provides start-up grants, comprehensive programs, resources and staff support for league start up and ongoing operations. Ethan Durbano Freshman Boys D2 State Champs “The best run race we’ve seen.” –Don Trop, Jordan High Team Parent “This is the most pro event we’ve hosted” - Avis , General Manager, Sherwood Hills Resort NICA creates and supports affiliated leagues across the US 13
5. Utah League Vision & Mission Vision: Enable every Utah teen to strengthen their body, mind and character through mountain biking Mission: Establish an enduring, fun and relevant high school mountain bike program to improve Utah communities and the lives of Utah teens. Focus: Life-long health. Sophomore Boys D1 State Championships 2012 4
6. Five Core Principles NICA’s Five Core Principles are fully integrated into the programs, resources and staff support for leagues, coaches and student athletes. Inclusive: All student athletes are encouraged to participate. No one is “benched.” 83% of NICA student-athletes surveyed reported that their coach did a “great job” creating a positive, safe and inclusive team environment. Equal: All student-athletes are treated equally. Team scores are a combination of male and female points. Nearly 1/4 of NICA student athletes in 2011 were girls. Strong Body: Improving fitness and wellness are at the center of NICA training and education. 95% of NICA student athletes reported that their health and physical fitness improved when they joined a NICA League. Strong Mind: NICA student-athletes are students first. More than half of NICA’s Student-Athletes have a 3.5 GPA or higher, 85% will go to a 4-year college or university, and 1/3 reported academic improvement when they joined the NICA League. Strong Character: NICA programs and leadership teaches student-athletes to work hard, respect others and give back to their teams, communities and the environment. 73% of student athletes reported an increased awareness and respect for the environment. 4
7. More Than Just a Governing Body League Events Races Camps Special Events/Fundraisers Coaches Education & Licensing Background checks Wilderness First Aid & CPR certification Risk Management Positive Coaching Skills & Drills Training Annual Leaders Summit NICA League Racing, Camps and Special Events 32
8. Utah League Responsibility To establish and maintain safe, quality high school mountain bike programs. The League is responsible for establishing a climate that will: Provide students who have the desire to mountain bike with the coaching and camaraderie that will help them achieve both competitive and non-competitive cross-country mountain biking goals in a safe and enjoyable manner; Develop an awareness of what it is to be an amateur athlete that is both gracious and respectful to their community; Create an environment in which they may discover new friendships and find role models; Guide students towards learning new skills and disciplines, and spread the foundations of mountain bike racing across the U.S.; Promote the value of cycling to our community as a mode of transportation and as a life long sport; Foster a responsible attitude toward the use of trails and wilderness. 4
9. Utah League 2012 Teams Alta, Bingham, Ben Lomond, Brighton, South Davis Composite, Desert Hills, East, Davis Composite, Herriman, Hillcrest, Jordan, Roy/Weber/Fremont Composite, Lone Peak, Morgan, Mountain View, Timpanogos, Ogden, Olympus, Orem, Park City, Pleasant Grove, City Mountain Bike Team, Skyline, Springville, Moab, West Lake/Lehi Composite, Wasatch, Snow Canyon, Salt Lake Center for Science Education, Juan Diego, Summit, Ames 2012 Division 1 Team Overall Champs Registered Student Athletes 328 Athletes at Races 230-240 Coaches 113 Growth Expected for 2013 ~100 Student Athletes 4
10. Program Structure
11. Utah League: Student-Athletes League Student-Athletes Student-Athletes are at the core of all NICA programs. NICA provides student-athletes with comprehensive programs and resources to foster the development of young riders and transform them into lifetime cyclists. 2012 300 League Registered Student-Athletes 230 Average Student Athletes at Races 2013 Projections ~400 League Registered Student Athletes ~310 Average Student Athletes at Races 240 Hours Of Team Activities/Student-Athlete Participation Per Season ~96,000 Expected Hours Of Student-Athlete Participation in 2013 Brenna Egan Varsity Girls State Champion 99.5% of student athletes reported that they expect to ride the rest of their lives. 97% Of non graduating student athletes will race again next year. Nearly ¼ of student athletes are female. Source: NICA 2011 League Participation Study More than half of NICA’s Student-Athletes have a 3.5 GPA or higher, 85% will go to a 4-year college or university, and 1/3 reported academic improvement when they joined the NICA League. 20
12. Schedule Throughout The Year Clubs are formed throughout the year, depending upon school regulations Winter Wilderness First Aid – Feb 2013 Winter Training & Skills Camp – Feb 2013 Spring Leaders Summit March, 2013 Registration of Coaches &Teams 6 Fun rides Fundraising Events Summer Moab Adventure Camp Rider Skills Camps June 15 Practices Start Fall – Back-To-School Races Sept 14, 28, Oct 12, 26, & Nov 9 4
13. Practice & Skills Practice schedule is determined by coaches Once or twice during the week after school Longer ride on the weekend Skills development Riders of all levels are welcome and encouraged Focus on safe bike handling skills Fitness training 4
14. Types of Teams School Teams Composite Teams Independent Riders Riders with no school team or composite team Riders from a region or school district combine to form a team Includes home school students Head Coach is required All students are from the same school Can be “official” or “unofficial” Head Coach is required There are 3 types of formations to bring students to race day: 4
15. Utah League Races High School Only 9th – 12th Grades Pre-ride: Course open for riders and coaches 1 week prior to race Saturday race day: Spectator friendly lap courses. Bring your family and cowbells! Safety & Proven Risk Management including: Well marked course EMT’s on site 10-12 Fixed Course Marshals Sweep & Roving Marshals Individual podiums every race Team podiums every race NICA Real-time Timing System WiFi hotspot –spectators link in ALL RIDERS ARE CHEERED! Ethan Durbano Freshman Boys D2 State Champs 21
16. Racing Categories & Scoring Team Scoring - Division 1 Teams (≥ 12 riders) - Division 2 Teams (< 12 riders) Combination of boys and girls results are used. Individual Scoring - Freshman - Sophomore - Junior Varsity - Varsity 21
17. How Much Does It Cost? Students $50 to register a student/rider $40 per race Scholarships are available for all students in need Adults (Coach, Asst. Coach, Ride Leader, Volunteer) $25 + required background check Other Items Team Registration Fee Compliant D2 $125 D1 $250Noncompliant D2$250 D1 $375 Clothing Other support costs depending on desire of team including team equipment, tents, etc. Any of these costs can be offset by sponsorship and fundraising by the team. 4
18. Insurance Overview Insurance provided to all registered teams, licensed coaches and registered student athletes General Liability for Clubs (Schools can be added as additionally insured) $1,000,000 Each Occurrence $2,000,000 Aggregate/Club $500,000 Each Claim – Sexual Abuse and Molestation $500,000 Aggregate Limit Accident Medical $25,000 Each Person – Excess Accident Medical Deductible: None Accidental Death: $10,000 Volunteer Coverage: Yes Events $1,000,000 Each Occurrence $2,000,000 Aggregate per Event No annual aggregate Accident Medical: $25,000 Each Person – Excess Accident Medical Deductible: None Accidental Death: $10,000 McKay Insurance provides this policy for the League. Dan McKay (president) has been working with IMBA since 1995 to protect mountain bike clubs from liability concerns. Since that time, he has become an expert on all matters of bicycle liability and is recognized as a supporter of trail advocacy efforts nationwide. Underwriters for the policy are Lexington Insurance Company and National Union Fire Insurance Company – Member Chartis Companies. Lexington is an A+(Superior) rated carrier by A. M. Best Company, National Union Fire Insurance Company is also rated A+(Superior) 4
19. Risk Management The League promotes a systematic approach to proactively managing risk associated with our sport and programs WHY? To do our absolute best to protect out student-athletes from harm; To mitigate the potential for injury and loss; To protect ourselves and our programs from litigation; To ensure we are in alignment with the best practices in the field; To run quality programs that attract and retain participants Legal Issues covered by League risk management education Duty of Care Negligence (basic/simple, gross/reckless) Breach of Care Waivers/Releases Inherent Risk Assumption of Risk 4
20. Risk Management Continued Prevention The League’s Risk Management education puts strong emphasis on effective program planning and preparation. Risks associated with Cross-Country Mountain Biking Planning and Preparation includes: Relationship Building Accurate Marketing of the sport to new participants Honest information exchange Background Checks for staff/adult volunteers Release & Assumption of Risk Forms Proper Reporting Medical Conditions Knowledge 4
21. Risk Management Continued Prevention with Riders and Staff Adequate Conditioning Skills instruction & Skills Checks Rules & Enforcement Terrain & Ride Selection Equipment (Bikes & Helmets) Appropriate Dress Hydration, Food and Medications Coaching Ratios (6:1 or 8:2) Safe Ride Formation Preparedness Education First Aid Training Emergency Action Plan Knowing what number to call in an emergency (often not 911) Know your route, including shortcuts home Educate Riders, Staff and Parents 4
22. Get Involved
23. Get Involved Join the High School Mountain Biking Revolution No Experience Necessary Participate Volunteer with Team: Coaches, Assistants, Ride Leaders, Mechanics, Fundraising, Administrative, Communications Volunteer with League: Race Set Up, Race Day Production, Fundraising, League Development 4
24. Board of Advisors Board President: Spencer Shaffer President and CEO of Myelin Resources, a national professional and executive search firm. Board Members: Steve Miller is the director of new and used car operations for the Larry H. Miller Automotive Group of Companies. He is also the president of the Tour of Utah pro cycling race and a member of the Utah Sports Commission. Jay Burke is the owner of Snow Chicken Brand Communications and the co-owner/race director of The Park City Point 2 Point. Daren Cottle is the VP and Chief Financial Officer of the outdoor products company Jas. D. Easton, Inc, parent company of Easton Technical Products, Easton Mountain Products and Hoyt Archery. Kathy Sherwin is an international pro cyclist in both mountain biking and cyclocross. Joel Zenger is a partner with the law firm Miller Guymon, P.C. Sarah Lehman is President and CEO of ENVE Composites Tyler Tooneis the Web Manager in the Communications department at Canyons School District 4
25. NICA & Utah League Sponsors 4
26. Thank You! Lori Harward Executive Directorlori@utahmtb.org(801) 502-8516 www.utahmtb.org Coaches Name Contact Info All photos courtesy of Christopher See and Steve C. Wilson