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3 Cats Racing junior cycling team sophomore boys go 1-2-3 X 2 at largest junior-only USA Cycling race series in the country The VAHS MTB Series is not just a race—it is the largest junior-only USA Cycling race series in the country. For young riders from first grade through high school, it offers a professional-grade atmosphere that blends high-speed intensity with a massive, supportive community. And Stokesville has a way of turning those typical VAHS festival vibes up to 11

Every one of our athletes showed me what it means to truly be a team, to fully commit to your community. Sometimes it shows up in results, not because the results matter, but because the results show a culmination of everything coming together.

While the men of 3 Cats spent their day punching unicorns, the ladies spent a productive day at the Appalachian Journey. Better Together The Appalachian Journey is designed and intended to bring together the old and the new in a way that creates a challenging and enriching experience for the rider. In melding old and new, they revisited the fundamentals of what we love about racing and riding, and came away with the partner format. While some of our team have extensive MTB st

Still not a full squad, this time the boys from the team (plus coaches Erik and Bill) were here to race while the girls were further south at Appalachian Journey. Panorama Farms is a nonstop roller coaster of steep climbs, descents, twists, and turns and nowhere to rest except one field exposed to the unforgiving sun.

A week after Arkansas heat, Virginia delivered crisp conditions and a reset, though mechanicals once again tested the day. Still, Lia (5th) and Seth (8th) rode strong, and while a broken spoke cut Owen’s race short, the momentum is there—and building.

At the 2026 Walmart U.S. Pro Cup in Fayetteville, Arkansas, 3 Cats Racing delivered three Top 20 finishes in one of the deepest junior mountain biking fields in the United States, competing against the nation’s top junior MTB development programs.

New race kit, tighter fit, functional pockets, and an exciting first night as a full team. Sponsors aren’t just money, they signal belief in our young athletes. Pete Stetina joined us, mentorship in action. Big night, big goals. Welcome to the Team: Seth! Say hello to Seth, our newest middle school rider in his second season of Virginia NICA and VAHS racing. He stormed to the podium in his first season and has been bringing that smile for days, a massive heart, and pure passi

Monster Cross 2026 at Pocahontas State Park is early-season junior mountain bike race in VA with NICA youth focus and strong competition across age groups

Winter can be a tricky season for junior cyclists. Cold mornings, busy schedules, and limited access to trails often mean fewer outdoor rides. For families with multiple kids and packed calendars, finding a way to keep young riders active at home can make all the difference in maintaining fitness, building strength, and staying motivated. Indoor cycling with a bike trainer and a platform like Zwift is a game-changer. Even a simple setup can transform a stationary bike session

1-2-3 in the spring? Some days the result doesn’t tell the real story. The comeback does. I’m proud of how far I’ve come, grateful for everyone who helped me get here, and already hungry for what’s next.

Cycling isn’t just watts and willpower. It’s knowing what your body needs, when to push, when to rest, and how to grow without burning out. That’s where personalized coaching comes in. It’s not a spreadsheet—it’s a partnership. And when you get it right, it can change your riding forever. Sometimes the goal can just be to finish. Despite earlier illness, adverse reaction to medication and crashes, Sam still finished USA Cycling Marathon Nationals and rode the last 10 miles st

How the last-place kids mean just as much as the first Race day is something that most teams look forward to and train for all year, the chance to prove themselves by putting their colors on display for everyone to see on the podium. The debut race of Three Cats Racing at Marathon Nationals was different. I think starting that race was one of the biggest accomplishments we have. The team that raced that day is composed of three members, Nathan, Sam, and Erik each at different

A little girl's dream came true. I don't know a lot of girls dreaming of completing a 60-mile race in the middle of nowhere, but ever since I learned what the SM was, that was the dream. The SM was an untouchable dream, something that I thought I would never do. I watched on the sidelines as all my friends completed a race that is like a rite of passage in the central Virginia riding scene. This year (forgive me for using this term), I locked in, senior year, I gotta go compl