November 16/09 14:43 pm - Ontario Cycling Association News

Posted by Editoress on 11/16/09
 

The OCA is pleased to announce Team Ontario for 2010 season

FREE Youth Track Cycling Program - OCA and FCV partner

The Forest City Velodrome, Ontario Cycling Association and Ontario Trillium Foundation are looking for the next Canadian Olympian in cycling. If you are new to Cycling or an athlete in another sport (athletics, running, hockey, soccer, volleyball) and you would like to give track cycling a try. Here is your chance to come to the Forest City Velodrome in London to find out what cycling has to offer.

We are looking for boys and girls, 14 - 16 years old to participate in our youth cycling program, Saturday afternoon's at 2pm. The introduction is part of our very successful Velo-Kids program, that in 4 short years has produced 9 Gold medals for Team Ontario at the Canadian Track Cycling Championships.

Every Saturday afternoon from November 14th - March 6. The FCV will conduct a 1 hour introduction to the Velodrome, and the cool thing is that the introduction is "FREE" and includes the use of a bike.

Interested athletes need to register: ForestCityVelodrome@live.com

Good luck to all future Olympians.

2009 Cycling Celebration this weekend - Only 30 Tickets Available!

Less than 1 week away is the 2009 OCA Cycling Celebration! Happening on Saturday the 21st of November at the Whistler's Grille, located on 995 Broadview Ave in Toronto, this will be a fantastic event recognizing the top event organizers, athletes and volunteers of the past season.

The evening will also feature an inspirational slideshow centering round Ontario's 2009 Canada Summer Games Team with many team members already confirmed to be attending. In addition there will be numerous raffle prizes up for grabs.

How do I get Tickets?

Information regarding how to purchase tickets can be found at the link below. The reception will start at 6 P.M. and the dinner promptly at 7 P.M. Please note that for larger parties, group rates can be arranged by contacting the OCA office.

Schedule

Attire: Business casual

6pm- 7pm: Reception (cash bar available)
7pm - 8.30 pm: Buffet Dinner - enjoy the tastes of Whistler's Grille 995 Broadview Avenue, Toronto
For more information go to Whistler's Pub

8.30 pm: OCA Awards and special presentations

What awards are given out that night?

List of Celebration Awards that will be given out:
Road Male Athlete of the Year
Road Female Athlete of the Year
XC Male Athlete of the Year
XC Female Athlete of the Year
DH Athlete of the Year
Track Male Athlete of the Year
Track Female Athlete of the Year
BMX Female Athlete of the Year
Tim DaSilva Male BMX Athlete of the Year
Road Contributor of the Year
MTB Contributor of the Year
BMX Contributor of the Year
BMX Organizer of the Year
Road Organizer of the Year
MTB Organizer of the Year

But of course that's not all!!!

In addition, Ontario Cup Series Plaques will once again be available for pickup at the Cycling Celebration. Please check the Cycle Ontario Guide to 2009 (Blue Handbook) to see if you are eligible or call the OCA office if you have any questions

This night is sure to be one of the most exciting this season and you won't want to miss it. Get your tickets now and be part of the 2009 Celebration. Email info@ontariocycling.org or visit the OCA website and click on ONLINE REGISTRATION