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The Flow-Riders
There
is nothing more difficult than the challenge to improve yourself. In
2009, eight Boys & Girls Club members, ranging in age from 13-16,
committed themselves to healthier lifestyles, academic success, good
character and citizenship through the Flow Riders Youth Cycling Team.
Team members participate in weekly spin classes, road training,
nutrition lessons, bike safety and academic support programs. As they
train to ride 75 miles in the Boys & Girls Club's Cycle Challenge on
June 26, 2010, they are challenging themselves to a brighter future.
Profiles
Jeremy
Karner
Age: 14
School: West Salem High School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: I have learned safety
rules,
hot to change a flat tire and how to wear a
helmet the right way. I've also
improved in school because we do our homework after practice. It has
made my
life way better, being part of this team
Nicholas
Bella
Age: 14
School: Parish Middle School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: My experience with the
Flow
Riders has given me the opportunity to meet
new people and learn what a real
team that works together on every level is. I really enjoy the time I
share
with my teammates and the skills I've learned.
Vanesa
Vasquez
Age: 15
School: South Salem High School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: I feel proud about my
accomplishments that I've achieved so far on this team. Knowing all of
the
challenges that I'll be facing later on in life, I truly feel this
cycling
experience will prepare me for them. I have also learned to focus on
education
and keep my grade up so I can continue participating.
Brenda
Perez
Age: 15
School: McKay High School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: The Flow Riders have
taught me
about nutrition and self esteem. When I started the cycling club I was
out of
shape, but now four months later I have gone down 3 pants sizes. I have
also
improved my grade to 3.0 GPA because of the
time set aside for homework help
every Sunday.
Bryan
Rosales
Age: 13
School: Whiteaker Middle School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: The Flow Riders cycling
team
is something that I can really be good at. With my physical limitations,
it's
sometimes hard for me to participate fully in other sports. I'm
especially
proud of the improvement in my physical fitness and that I've been able
to
shorten my time in the mile run at school.
Norma
Jimenez
Age: 16
School: South Salem High School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: Being a part of the team
has
not only helped me physically become healthier and more fit, but has
also
helped me with my social skills and keeps me focused on keeping my grade
up.
Jonathan
Karner
Age: 14
School: West Salem High School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: The Flow Riders Team has
made
me a lot stronger athlete and has helped me keep up with
my homework. I've also
improved my public speaking skills because I've had opportunities to
speak
about my involvement with the Flow Riders.
Santana
Tadlock
Age: 13
School: Parrish Middle School
How being a part of the team has impacted you: Being a part of this team
has
helped me to shape my leadership skills and self esteem. I have gained
friends, life skills and confidence in myself. I am currently a straight
A
student at Parrish Middle School.
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