USA Cycling Unveils 12 Athletes for Women’s Team Pursuit, Madison, Omnium, and Men’s Omnium Events
USA Cycling has announced its selections for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, unveiling the Track Olympic Long Team. The team features a mix of experienced Olympians and fresh talent, preparing to compete in events including Women’s Team Pursuit, Women’s Madison, Women’s Omnium, and Men’s Omnium.
The women's team includes a blend of veterans and newcomers. Here's a look at the selected athletes:
Three athletes are in the running for a single spot in the Men’s Omnium event:
Craig Griffin, USA Cycling’s Director of Track, expressed confidence in the team’s preparation, emphasizing the balance between developing new talent and supporting experienced athletes. The focus has been on providing the necessary resources for both veterans and newcomers to succeed.
As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games approach, the USA Cycling team will undergo rigorous training to ensure they are at their peak performance. The combination of experience and new energy is expected to yield strong results on the track.
The announcement of the Track Olympic Long Team marks the beginning of an exciting journey towards the Paris 2024 Games. With a dedicated group of athletes and strong support, USA Cycling is poised to make a significant impact on the Olympic stage. Stay tuned for updates as the team prepares for this major event.
The Women's Team:
The women's team includes a blend of veterans and newcomers. Here's a look at the selected athletes:
| Name | Hometown | Current Team |
|---|---|---|
| Olivia Cummins | Fort Collins, Colo. | DNA Pro Cycling |
| Chloe Dygert | Brownsburg, Ind. | CANYON//SRAM Racing |
| Emily Ehrlich | Slater, S.C. | Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY24 |
| Kristen Faulkner | Homer, Alaska | EF Education-Cannondale |
| Colleen Gulick | Long Beach, Calif. | Team Skyline |
| Megan Jastrab | Apple Valley, Calif. | Team dsm-firmenich PostNL |
| Bethany Matsick | Warrington, Penn. | - |
| Jennifer Valente | San Diego, Calif. | Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY24 |
| Lily Williams | Tallahassee, Fla. | Human Powered Health |
The Men's Contenders:
Three athletes are in the running for a single spot in the Men’s Omnium event:
| Name | Hometown | Current Team |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Koontz | Nederland, Colo. | Star Track Cycling |
| Colby Lange | Edwards, Colo. | Project Echelon Racing |
| Peter Moore | Saint Paul, Minn. | Jan van Arckel |
Director's Perspective:
Craig Griffin, USA Cycling’s Director of Track, expressed confidence in the team’s preparation, emphasizing the balance between developing new talent and supporting experienced athletes. The focus has been on providing the necessary resources for both veterans and newcomers to succeed.
Looking Ahead:
As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games approach, the USA Cycling team will undergo rigorous training to ensure they are at their peak performance. The combination of experience and new energy is expected to yield strong results on the track.
Conclusion:
The announcement of the Track Olympic Long Team marks the beginning of an exciting journey towards the Paris 2024 Games. With a dedicated group of athletes and strong support, USA Cycling is poised to make a significant impact on the Olympic stage. Stay tuned for updates as the team prepares for this major event.
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