Young cyclists get huge break

A PORT Elizabeth cycling duo look set for the big time after they signed a deal last week with national cycling team Pro Giant for the 2016 season. Jessica Brown and Jarrad Clark, both 16, are preparing to take on the best in the world of cycling as they slowly look to build a strong presence in the national and international arena.

Both Brown and Clark will be riding for the Giant Pro cycling team based in Cape Town.

Jarrad, of Sherwood, is going into Grade 10 at Framesby High School, while Jessica, of Mount Pleasant, is going into Grade 10 at Alexander Road High.

They will be competing in the Eastern Cape road championships, national road championships and Herald Cycle Tour in February next year.

They will also be in action at the South African track championships in Port Elizabeth at the end of March.

Both riders have seen their careers take off thanks to solid performances.