The season finale on September 11th was unfortunately rained out, putting an end to racing at the velodrome for the season. A number of award presentations were planned. Here are the winners of the 2008 season series competitions:
TROYBrian Crosby again dominated Track Rider of the Year competition with 284 points. Chris Ferris followed in second place (238 pts) and Andy Kruse took third. These three riders finished 1,2,3 in 2007 as well with Ferris and Kruse reversing order this year. In the Women's division, the competition was closer than last year with the top three riders within 15 points. Melissa Dahlmann (165 pts.) moved up one place to take top honors, followed by her sister Heidi Dahlmann (160 pts.) Linsey Hamilton (150 pts.) moved into third place, riding strongly at the end of the season.
Salsa King of the Sprint
The
Salsa King of the Sprint was dominated again by Chris Ferris with a total of 27 points to Brian Crosby's 12 and Andy Kruse's 5 points. A larger number of riders received points this year making Ferris's repeat victory even more impressive.
Penn Cycle Points Race
New in 2008, the
Penn Cycle Points Race series brought new excitement to our endurance events. Over six races, Bryan Crosby was the most consistent rider. He totaled 18 points with 3 wins in four starts. Second place went to Tim Mulrooney with 11 points. Third place was the evergreen Doug Regester who broke a tie with Joe Johnson at 7 points by putting a check in the win column.
County Cycle Scratch RaceThe County Cycles Scratch Race series highlighted our rapidly growing women's field. Elena Dorr sprinted her way to a total of 16 points by winning two races before having to return to university in Illinois. Second and third places both earned 9 points, each with one win. The tie-breaker went to Melissa Dahlmann over Linsey Hamilton.
PJW Automotive ScholarshipsPJW Automotive provided Scholarships for four riders this year. Megan Lennon and Gabe Masiulis each earned "Grow a Rider" scholarships helping them continue their involvement in track cycling. Megan started racing last year on an NSC rental bike. This year she was one of the most consistent riders in the women's field. Gabe Masiulis started 2008 as a Cat. 4 rider and moved all the way up to Cat. 2.
Two riders were selected for PJW "Committed to Nationals" scholarships. Chris Ferris and Linsey Hamilton will represent the NSC at the Elite National Track Championships. Ferris has represented Minnesota on many occasions and this will be Hamilton's first attempt.
