The Chenango Shredders mountain bike team, part of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association are preparing to head to Windham, NY on June 6 to compete with over 20 other New York teams in the NICA NY State Championship race. (Submitted photo)

CHENANGO COUNTY – The Chenango Shredders mountain bike team, part of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, has traveled and competed in four events during the 2021 racing season. They are preparing to head to Windham, NY on June 6 to compete with over 20 other New York teams in the NICA NY State Championship race. There are ten local youth who are registered for the racing season and who have produced spectacular results this season.

Andrea Trifunovic, Greene, state ranked 2nd, Varsity Girls

Vida Hendrickson, Maine Endwell, state ranked 3rd, Freshman Girls

Tyler Hopkins, Chenango Valley, three podium finishes, Sophomore Boys

Cole Farley, Maine Endwell, Sophomore Boys

Kloden Rapp, Greene, state ranked 2nd, Freshmen Boys

Jordan Hamdan, Johnson City, Freshman Boys

Sam Micalizzi, Maine Endwell, Freshman Boys

Johnny Salvinski, Binghamton, Freshman Boys

Jaxson Calice, Greene, three podium finishes, 7th Grade Boys

Jack Hendrickson, Maine Endwell, three podium finishes, 7th Grade Boys

The Chenango Shredders mountain bike team is not only affiliated with the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) but also Trips For Kids - Chenango Inc., a youth development organization that was formed in October of 2017. The mission is to provide mountain bike outings and environmental education to kids, and in particular, those who would not otherwise have these opportunities. TFK uses the bike and trail experiences to promote healthy lifestyles, and teach lessons in personal responsibility, achievement and environmental awareness for young people of all communities and diversities.

If interested in more information regarding NICA, TFK, and coaching and extension programs, please contact team director, Boris Trifunovic at: primemover.mtb@gmail.com.