Welcome to the
Polk County NICA Team!
Polk County NICA Team!
The National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) is a youth development organization that promotes mountain biking for grades 6-12. Formed in 2009, it has over 30 leagues with 25,000 student-athletes and 13,000 coaches across the United States.
NICA is a character building organization centered on Fun, Inclusivity, Equity, Respect, and Community. There is no “bench". Everyone rides.
The North Carolina Interscholastic Cycling League:
Fills a niche for students whose needs may not be met by traditional interscholastic sports
Gets kids outside
Welcomes and supports diversity in ability, ethnicity, gender, orientation, and skill level
Promotes trail-building efforts and environmental awareness
Improves focus and academic performance in our student-athletes
Promotes health & fitness in teens & their families