Join the Shredhawks and experience the thrill of mountain biking
The Marshall Shredhawks is a youth mountain biking team that competes in the Indiana NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association) League. We welcome riders of all skill levels from grades 5-12.
Missed our Parent Info Session? No problem — we'd still love to have you. Practices start Tuesday, August 4th, and the first three weeks are all Shred School, where we work through the fundamentals together. Absolute beginners are welcome, and experienced riders sharpen up too, so it's a great time to jump in.
Season: August - November
First Practice: Tuesday, August 4th at Ketchum Park (meet by the skate park)
Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:00 PM (riders encouraged to attend both when possible)
Races: 4 weekend races across Indiana — see the schedule
Regionals: November 7th in Fayetteville, Arkansas
As the season goes on and the sun starts setting sooner, we'll shift practices slightly earlier as needed so we have enough daylight.
Have a scheduling conflict like another sport? That's okay — talk to us. We can work with families to make it possible to be part of the team.
The season fee is $325, which covers team registration, NICA membership, and all four races.
We don't want cost to be a barrier — if that's a concern, please reach out and we'll work with you to find a way to make it happen.
To ride with us, all you really need is a working mountain bike and a properly fitting helmet. Don't overthink the rest — plenty of riders show up their first season with a hand-me-down bike and figure the rest out as they go.
Once you're ready to dial things in, NICA put together a Rider & Family Gear Guide that walks through everything: bikes, helmets, shoes & pedals, clothing & accessories, and hydration & nutrition. It's full of practical tips from NICA experts and partners on what to look for and what actually matters.
And if you're ever unsure about a bike or a piece of gear, just ask a coach. We're happy to take a look.
Our first six practices are all about Shred School — held at Ketchum Park (meet by the skate park) to kick off the season. We work through the fundamental skills every mountain biker uses, so everyone starts on solid footing and feels confident on the trails. Absolute beginners are welcome and will learn the basics from scratch, and experienced riders get to sharpen technique they'll use all season. Everybody gets something out of it before we branch out to other trails.
Practices rotate between a few local trails. The specific location for each practice is shared with riders ahead of time.
On top of our weekday practices, we host optional Saturday rides throughout the season — a chance to explore new trails, get extra time in the saddle, and ride with teammates just for the fun of it. These aren't official NICA practices, and they're open to all team riders regardless of skill level.
We've mapped out a Saturday spot for every weekend of the season. Race weekends are on the schedule too, so it's easy to see what's happening each weekend. Check out the full lineup below:
Here's our Saturday plan for the season. Race weekends are marked — those are Indiana NICA races, and you can find full venue details on the Indiana NICA race series page. Saturday rides are optional, and any last-minute changes are shared with riders during the week.
The season wraps up with Regionals on November 7th in Fayetteville, Arkansas — and it's open to everyone, no qualifying required. It's an incredible experience: a huge race with hundreds of riders, plus an expo where kids can check out gear and even meet representatives from colleges.
High schoolers can race at Regionals. Middle schoolers are welcome to attend and take it all in — they won't race until high school, but it's a great chance to see what a big event is like and get inspired. We can practice right up until Regionals, so there's plenty of time to get ready.
Reach out anytime — we just need parent and rider names and an email. We'll take it from there.
Get Started