The only multi-event multi-discipline national Juniors cycling series in the country that provides Junior cyclists with the most effective structure to enjoy and develop in the sport of cycling. The structure consists of a competitive format, reliable calendar, exceptional support, and meaningful recognition.
CATEGORIES: The series caters to Juniors, male and female, racing age 15-16 and 17-18.
CALENDAR: The series selects the best multi-day multi-discipline national level events, and plans to expand the series in subsequent years to include additional national and local/regional level events.
POINTS SYSTEM: The top 12 results, from a total of 21 results available, will count towards the overall championship. This system provides riders the opportunity to be in contention without being forced to do all events and promoting a responsible budget.
NATIONAL EVENTS. The series has selected the following multi-day multi-discipline national level events:
1. February 4-5, Swamp Classic, Gainesville, FL
2. February 17-19, Valley of the Sun Stage Race, Phoenix, AZ
* National Team Selection Event
3. Mar 1-3, La Primavera at Lago Vista, Lago Vista, TX
* National Team Selection Event
4. Mar 22-24, Outdoor Capital Classic, Jackson, GA
5. May 26-28, TONGA, Clarkesville, GA (CRIT, RR, TT, RR)
6. June 18-22, Tour of Americas Dairyland, WI
* National Team Selection Event
* Awards Ceremony & Party
REGIONAL and LOCAL EVENTS: To be added in 2025.
EDUCATION: The series provides educational clinics and mentorship opportunities.
SCHOLARSHIPS: The series provides financial support for any Junior in financial need.
SUBSIDIES: The series provides participation packages at substantially subsidized prices.
COVERAGE: The series will create and gather engaging and motivational content to distribute through the combined digital and social media channels.
CELEBRATION: The series will organize at select events tents or facilities for everyone involved to gather and celebrate Juniors racing in the USA. This setup will also serve as the ideal time to create and gather content, and to present Juniors the opportunity to build a community, meet celebrities and receive education.
AWARDS: The series will provide awards ranging from recognition, cash, products, our to be famous cup trophies, and much more.
The USA Juniors CUP will operate under a sound management and financial structure to ensure it has the impact and longevity envisioned.
Leadership Committee: This committee will be responsible for providing direction of the series, and it shall be comprised of 5 members representing Founders, Juniors, Parents, Coaches, and Promoters.
Operating Committee: This committee will be responsible for the execution of the series, and it shall be led by 4 members to handle Funding, Calendaring, Marketing & Communications, Recognition & Awards.
The Overall General Classification winners for the Junior 17-18 Men’s and Women’s races will earn an automatic nomination for a 2024 National Team trip, funded by the USA Juniors Cup. Simultaneously, the best-placed 15-16 male and female of each national selection race will be invited to attend a USA Cycling European Race Camp.
In addition to the selection races, the top three USA Juniors Cup 17-18 male and female, and the top 15-16 male and female overall finishers will earn invites to a USA Cycling National Talent ID Camp. This camp will take place at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO from September 26-October 5, 2024.
Learn all about it at USA Cycling
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