04/02/2025
Latest BC Press Release 04 Feb 2025
ANNOUNCING OUR 2025 ELITE DEVELOPMENT TEAMS
British C*cling is delighted to announce the 2025 Elite Development Teams. These teams continue to play a vital role in nurturing young talent and developing the next generation of professional riders. Through dedicated support, structured race programmes, and innovative development initiatives, these teams provide the perfect platform for riders to grow, compete, and succeed on the national and international stage.
First launched in 2021, our Elite Development Team status helps bridge the gap from club teams to UCI Continental level. As an Elite Development Team, each team is guaranteed eight rider entries into all National Road Series and National Circuit Series races, offered promotion of their social media channels and team websites on the British C*cling website, and receive support in the form of education and training workshops.
Here are the 2025 Elite Development Teams and their key objectives:
Open Teams
Wheelbase/Cabtech/Castelli
• Objective: To develop British-based riders while competing in the Lloyds National Road and Circuit Series and selected international races.
• Approach: The team provides a platform for riders to race both domestically and internationally, leveraging 15 years of experience in top-tier racing.
• Key achievements: Over the past 15 years, the team has consistently supported and developed domestic talent, fostering the British racing scene.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Stuart Reid. Riders – Tom Martin, Tim Shoreman, Jacob Smith, Callum Laborde, Tom Armstrong, Lee Rosie, Aaron King, Dexter Leeming-Sykes, Max Bufton, David Lines, James McKay, Mitchell McLaughlin.
• Follow the team: Instagram –
BCC Race Team
• Objective: To create a pathway from youth to elite racing, supporting under-23 riders in top UK races and beyond.
• Approach: Through partnerships with Beeston CC Academy and the University of Derby, the team combines education with elite racing opportunities. They provide spots in European races, workshops, and mentoring to prepare riders for success.
• Key achievements: A proven model of success with riders progressing from school-age racing to winning major UK events, solidifying their place as a centre of excellence in the East Midlands.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Bryan Steel. Riders – Zac Machin, Dan Galpin, Alex Galpin, Toby Bush, Lewis Tinsley, William Gilbank, Alex Ball, William Salter, George Stephen.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // X - // Facebook – BCC Race Team // Website – www.bccraceteam.com
360 cycling
• Objective: To support under-23 rider development and career progression.
• Approach: Riders benefit from Lloyds National Series support, international race opportunities, and career guidance to advance to the next level.
• Team Manager – Caroline Hereward. Riders – Maxwell Hereward, John Bardsley, Cai Curtis-Roberts, Ben Etherington, Elliot Fraser, Aidan Worden, Daniel Saba, George Safranauskas, Archie Fletcher, Joe Watkins-Wilson.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // Facebook – 360 cycling // Website – www.360cycling.co.uk
C*cling Sheffield
• Objective: To help young riders pursue professional cycling careers.
• Approach: The team focuses on team education, structured race programmes, and preparing riders for the demands of professional racing.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Dave Coulson. Riders – Sam Chaplin, Alex Foster, Nathan Smith, James Sawyers, Denholm Edwards, Ryan Williams, Sam Barbour, Dan Eastham.
• Follow the team: Instagram – // X – // Website – cyclingsheffield.com.
DAS Richardsons
• Objective: To provide under-23 and senior riders a platform for competing in top UK and international races, supporting their development toward UCI-level teams.
• Approach: A structured race program with professional-level support, coaching, and mentoring helps riders gain critical experience and knowledge.
• Key achievements: Over 13 years, the team has successfully transitioned riders into professional ranks while maintaining a strong presence in the UK racing scene.
• Meet the team: Team Managers – Andy Lyons and Dean Shannon. Riders – Peter Cocker, Cai Davies, Jordan Giles, Michael Gill, Frank Longstaff, Oliver Mangham, Stephen Parsonage, Will Perrett, Alex Peters, Alex Pritchard, Simon Alexander.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // Facebook – Richardsons Trek RT
Team PB Performance
• Objective: To ethically develop riders in all aspects of the sport.
• Approach: With a focus on development, fair sport and respect, the team provides coaching, mentoring, and a supportive environment. They also prioritise giving back to the sport through event promotion.
• Key achievements: Successful rider progression to UCI teams and consistent top performances in Lloyds National Road Series events.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Paul Bennett. Riders – Elliot Bain, Tom Charles, Nathan Hardy, Sam Llewelyn, George Peden, Will Pollard, Max Sillifant, Jude Taylor, George Watch.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // X - // Facebook - PB Performance Coaching
Spirit Racing Team
• Objective: To develop elite cyclists and provide a clear pathway to UCI Pro Continental and WorldTour teams.
• Approach: The team emphasises personal development alongside racing, with mentoring, career guidance, and a top-tier race calendar, focusing on key riders while developing younger talent.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Josh Parkin. Riders – George Kimber, Matthew Houlberg, Ethan Rowell, John Appleby, Luke Gibson, Charlie McFadzean, Mathys Venter
• Follow the team: Instagram – .racingteam // X – // Facebook – Spirit Racing Team // Website - https://www.spiritracingteam.co.uk/
Muc-Off - SRCT-Storck
• Objective: To develop under-23 riders while providing a balanced, supportive environment.
• Approach: Fitness testing, coaching, and race guidance ensure rider progression.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Adam Ellis. Riders – Scott Redding, William Truelove, Jake Jackson, Conor White, Alex Beldon, Edward Morgan, Adam Howell.
• Follow the team: Instagram – // Website – srcycling.com
Women’s Teams
FTP (Fulfil The Potential) Racing
• Objective: To build a presence in the Lloyds National Series and provide opportunities for European racing while maintaining a rider-first ethos.
• Approach: The team prioritises mental health support, specialised female bike fitting workshops, and team training sessions to build rider confidence.
• Key achievements: The 2024 British Team Cup champions, FTP Racing has developed riders to progress to UCI-level teams and helped athletes achieve success at world championships. The team also continues to innovate with additional support packages and expanded race calendars.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Billy Oliver. Riders – Anna Boniface, Becky Babbage, Becky Hair, Claire Nott, Ella Brown, Gemma Mitchell, Harriet Evans, Laura Davies, Laura Pittard, Elektra Georgiakakis, Lilie Sanders, Rachel Galler, Rebecca Richards, Rosie Wayland, Sasha Halsey, Anastasia Bowler.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // Facebook – FTP Racing Team // Website – ftpracing.co.uk
Loughborough Lightning
• Objective: To be the leading UK development centre for student-athletes in cycling and education.
• Approach: A UK-based road programme combined with international exposure, expert coaching, and world-class training facilities at Loughborough University provides a holistic development platform.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – David Nichols. Riders – Alice Lethbridge, Elena Day, Eva Callinan, Georgia Lancaster, Georgina Oakley, Jayati Hine, Jenny Holl, Miriam Jessett, Morgan Newberry, Olivia Kelly, Penny Colloff, Roisin Lally, Maddie Heywood.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // X - // Facebook – Loughborough Lightning C*cling Team // Website – Loughborough Lightning C*cling
Brother UK-OnForm
• Objective: To help riders develop and move up to UCI teams through comprehensive support and a strong race calendar.
• Approach: Regular training camps, team support at all Lloyds National Series races, and a proven development model have helped riders such as Anna Henderson and Grace Reynolds achieve success at the highest levels.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Mark Botteley. Riders – Lotty Dawson, Amelia Staunton, Ayesha Vose, Bethany Goodwin, Hope Inglis, Amber Junker, Electra Morris, Lily Brindle, Mia Smith, Caitlin Harvey, Cecilia Hime, Ellen Bennett, Helena Shapton, Ellie Mitchinson, Phoebe Barker and Eleina McFadden.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // Website – onform-racing.co.uk
Team Boompods
• Objective: To podium at the Lloyds National Road or Circuit Series while supporting more women in cycling.
• Approach: The team provides full race support, paid race entries, and quality equipment to its riders.
• Meet the team: Team Manager – Nikki Metcalfe. Riders – Amy Drysdale, Megan Anderson, Sian Marsh, Rebecca Woodvine, Katie-Ann Calton, Millie Skinner, Lulu Bartlett, Hannah Bayes, Beth Bennett, Joanne Rea, Annabella Greenwood, Bella Butler.
• Follow the team: Instagram - // Facebook – Team Boompods
The teams exemplify the essence of British C*cling’s Elite Development Status: fostering talent, promoting growth, and driving positive change in the UK cycling scene. We are excited to see the impact they will make in 2025 and beyond.
All of us here at British C*cling were devastated to learn of the tragic loss of Aidan Worden from 360cycling. A promising young talent and incredibly valued friend and teammate, there is no doubt this loss will be felt deeply by the whole cycling community. As a mark of respect and recognition of his hard work, Aidan’s name remains on the list of riders. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.
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