The Piedmont Mountain Bike Team achieved a historic milestone at Stafford Lake, placing 2nd in the team's first podium finish and 3rd overall for the season. The challenging course spanned 4 miles with 500 feet of elevation gain, showcasing the resilience of the riders, especially senior Jasper Schuetz, who claimed victory in the Varsity Boys race by 40.5 seconds. The team not only celebrated individual accomplishments but also marked a significant step forward as a cohesive unit, embodying the essence of companionship and dedication in mountain biking.

By the Numbers
  • Piedmont secured 2nd place in the Stafford Lake race and 3rd overall for the season.
  • Jasper Schuetz won the Varsity Boys race in a time of 1:10:36.64.
State of Play
  • The season was affected by two rainouts and only three completed races leading up to the championships.
  • Piedmont girls made significant strides, with Josephine Schuetz taking 1st in the JV2 Girls race.
What's Next

Jasper Schuetz is set to race in the Unbound Gravel, a 200-mile event, and is poised to join the CalPoly SLO Cycling Team next year.

Bottom Line

The Stafford Lake race exemplified the progress and solidarity of the Piedmont MTB Team, celebrating individual triumphs while fostering group spirit. This pivotal moment underscores their growth since inception in 2016 and the bright future ahead for both individual riders and the team as a whole.