International Paralympic
Cycling is coming to Newport on Wednesday 3rd May, the first event
of its kind at the Wales National Velodrome.
The Disability Grand Prix of
Wales will see the stars of the Athens Paralympic Games competing
here in Wales, with squads now confirmed from top Nations including
Team GB and Australia, an exciting evening of racing is in store.
With a full race schedule of
twenty different race events starting at 5pm this is sure to be a
spectacle for all to see. Please come along and cheer on the British
riders as they take on the rest of the World.
Footage from the BMX racing at Brynbach park last weekend
will be shown on a new Welsh language programme "Stamina" on S4C on
Monday 27th March at 4.30 p.m.
Britain's best elite DH riders
will be in Wales this weekend for the first Dragon DH race at Rheola.
Entry is full with over 300 riders and 15 of the world's best cyclists
will be in action. For more details on this event please click
HERE>>>
Regretfully, due to industrial action by the staff
at Newport City Council the velodrome will be closed on Tuesday 28th March.
Therefore, the final evening's buffet and prize presentations of the
Winter Track League will now take place on Tuesday 11th April
The
Welsh Sports Association is inviting nominations for two prestigious
awards which seek to recognise the contribution of volunteers in
sport, namely "Administrator of the year" and the "Unsung hero".
The
Administrator of the year is presented to someone whose unstinting
efforts as an administrator within sport makes a telling
contribution. It is awarded to someone who regularly gives up a
large part of their life for the love of their sport and whose work
is vital to their organisation.
The Unsung hero award
acknowledges the tireless efforts of one volunteer within Welsh
sport, and is awarded to someone who demonstrates a selfless passion
and determination for their sport. It can be an official, coach,
parent helper or anyone else!! Nomination forms can be easily
downloaded from the
WSA web site: or from their offices on 02920 649861.
Lets get some cycling volunteers nominated!!
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