Age 15 - Dublin, OH
Member of CCA since 2025
My journey on two wheels began at 13 as a way to bond with my grandpa, sharing his passion for bikes on local mountain bike trails. These casual rides ignited a competitive spirit, and I joined OH NICA league to race MTB competitively. At 14, I discovered a different kind of power on the pavement, while training for a 100-mile Pelotonia fundraising ride for cancer research. I realized, I didn’t need a 45-minute car ride to find an adventure; I could clip in at my front door and go anywhere. That sense of independence transformed a hobby into a mission. This past year, I pushed my limits further, earning recognition as a Top 10% fundraiser for Pelotonia by raising $3,500 and completing the 190-mile route. That endurance base, paired with the support of the Cleveland Cycling Academy, launched my road racing career. In high-stakes racing, nutrition is one variable you have to get right. What I really like about the HEED and Hammer Gels is that they not only taste great, but they provide me with the sustained energy I need, without stressing out my stomach. Also, I am proud to represent a brand that not only fuels my performance but also supports my team’s mission to open doors for the next generation of competitive cyclists.
Best 2025 Results
• State Champion: Ohio Junior 15-16 Criterium
• State Champion: Ohio Junior 15-16 Time Trial
• 4th Place: OH NICA JV1 Overall
• Community Impact: Raised $3,500 for cancer research via the 190-mile Pelotonia ride.
The Cleveland Cycling Academy is a non profit 501c3 organization that requires all its members to be Safe Sport Certified. Being Safe Sport Certified is beneficial because it equips everyone in the sports community (coaches, parents, athletes, officials) with skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to abuse, bullying, and misconduct, fostering safer environments, increasing accountability, and protecting the well-being of athletes, especially minors, by defining clear boundaries and reporting procedures. It builds trust, improves sports culture, and helps fulfill requirements for organizations within the USA Cycling, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Movement.
