New Rider Letter

Welcome to the Murrieta Valley High School Mountain Bike Team!

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We’re gearing up for another successful season and would love for you to be part of the ride!

Who We Are
Murrieta Valley High School’s Mountain bike team focuses on cross-country cycling, a unique discipline that blends technical skill with endurance. Unlike road riding, enduro racing, downhill racing, BMX, cycle-cross, or track events, cross-country requires riders to navigate up and down mountain bike trails using a broad range of skills. Our team trains exclusively for SoCal cross-country events and does not participate in gravity, downhill, or enduro-style racing.

Why Join the Team?
Riding and training with a team makes every mile more meaningful. Whether you choose to race or just want to improve your fitness and skills, our team offers:

• A supportive and inclusive environment

• Expert coaching in both fitness and technical ability

• Personal and team goal setting

• Camaraderie and encouragement that push you to your best

Our coaching staff is dedicated to helping student-athletes grow—not only competitively but personally—through safe, enjoyable, and well-structured programming. Since our inception, our team has seen incredible race results and created unforgettable riding experiences. Most importantly, we’re committed to building lifelong cyclists and a lasting love for outdoor adventure.

Next Steps
Please review all requirements and key dates provided. If you’re unsure about the commitments or have questions, I encourage you to reach out—let’s chat about how we can make this opportunity fit your goals.

We’re looking forward to meeting our new riders and making this season our best yet.

Pedal On!
Aimee McClellan
Team Director
Murrieta Valley High School Mountain Bike Team