By Tracey Liverpool
In an effort to promote youth cycling in Linden, the Region Ten Education Department, in collaboration with Colin Barker, organized the first-ever ‘Road to National Cycling’ event, aimed at school students in the area.
The cycling meet, held at the Mackenzie circuit, featured six categories of races for participants, providing an opportunity for young cyclists to showcase their talent and passion for the sport.
Promoter Colin Barker expressed his commitment to fostering youth cycling in the region, with plans to host similar events on a monthly basis, providing a platform for young cyclists to hone their skills and compete at a competitive level.
The event saw impressive performances from participants across various categories, with winners awarded medals for their achievements.
Sponsorship from Eybo Olford of Eles Construction and Hardware contributed to the success of the event, highlighting the importance of community support in promoting youth sports and development initiatives.