BY E. OWENS

On Thursday, October 7th, the grade 9 students in Physical Education class went to the Mattamy National Cycling Centre in Milton to watch the Canadian Track Cycling Championship.

Photo courtesy of E. Owens. 

The men and women racing were extraordinary and their speed was phenomenal. Trying to peel your eyes away from the event was, well, there was slim to no chance.

Women cyclists. 

Cyclists warming up and getting prepared to race. 

Accidents happened, cyclists fell, but they still got back up and kept going. Talk about perseverance!

FUN FACT: Did you know that the bike frames alone cost over $1000.00?

For more information on events at the
Mattamy National Cycling Centre, visit their website:
www.mattamynationalcyclingcentre.ca