Help Ian Brown join USA Cycling's Devo Academy

My name is Ian Brown. As many of you know, I grew up riding bikes in Bend.  Over the years, my riding progressed to racing mountain bikes and cyclocross throughout Oregon. Now, I have the opportunity to take my racing to the next level with USA Cycling's Olympic Development Academy.  My dream is to race in Europe and this seems like an important step in that direction.

I have been accepted to the Olympic Development Academy for Cyclocross and I am looking for help covering the tuition costs.  The tuition includes coaching all season and housing, food, and support at races across the US and maybe even Europe! My hopes for this program are to have access to additional coaching and mentorship, national-level team support, and exposure to a national race program.  

USA Cycling Olympic Development Team 

I know that even being able to ride and race is a privilege that many don't have. I am fortunate to have had opportunities and support from so many people and groups along the way - from Bend Endurance Academy and Cascadia Junior Cycling to Speedvagen and the whole OBRA community. I have looked up to other local racers that have gone on to race at national and international levels and I hope to follow in their footsteps and to help continue to grow the sport.  I am very excited by this opportunity and would greatly appreciate any support.