The Direct Pull

Returning from the absolute rock bottom of the Asia World Cups was brutal. However, I actually came home with a renewed sense of direction. Despite the crashes and the illness, my results did not reflect where I was as a rider. I had a conversation with my coach right after the trip, and he was already locked in on what was to come. He outlined a strong build and genuine optimism for the men's sprint program as we prepared for the next block of competition and the grind back up the rankings. That conversation gave me confidence that we had a definitive path moving forward.

Then, on the first Monday in May, the landscape completely changed. USA Cycling pulled all funding and programming for the men's sprint team.

When you have put everything you have into a program financially, physically, and emotionally, losing support overnight is a heavy blow. Moving from a structured national team environment to having zero institutional backing is the harsh reality of high performance sport. The safety net disappeared right as we were gearing up for the next phase.

Despite this, I am not folding. The mission for LA 2028 has not changed. The only thing that has changed is the vehicle I am using to get there. I have a clear plan, but executing it requires stepping out as a completely independent athlete.

New Solo Chapter

I have connected with a new coach through cold outreach to rebuild my training architecture. For both myself and my teammate Dalton, the reality is stark. We need support to execute this plan. We need funding, and we need access to competition. This is where my professional career in data analytics and my brand partnerships become vital lifelines to bridge this massive gap.

The institutional safety net is gone. The next phase of this journey is entirely on my shoulders, and I am building it from the ground up.