Cycling is Heading to the 2028 Manitoba Summer Games!

We Need Your Help!

Manitoba Cycling is seeking an enthusiastic, organized individual to serve as our Cycling Coordinator / Technical Representative in the lead-up to and during the 2028 Manitoba Summer Games. This is an important leadership opportunity to help shape the cycling competition, support regional team development, and ensure a positive Games experience for athletes, coaches, and officials. The Coordinator will work closely with Manitoba Cycling, Sport Manitoba, and the Games Host Society, with guidance and support provided by Manitoba Cycling throughout the process.

What Will the Role Involve?

Key responsibilities include:

• Competition Planning: Assist with developing the cycling technical package, sport plan, competition schedule, and event requirements.
• Regional Team Development: Coordinate regional team selection processes and support coaches and managers in preparing their teams.
• Venue and Equipment: Help identify venue requirements, necessary upgrades, and competition equipment needs.
• Athlete and Coach Development: Support opportunities for regional athlete, coach, and officials development clinics.
• Officials Coordination: Assist in securing qualified officials for the competition.
• Games Preparation: Participate in planning meetings and attend the Host Conference approximately four months before the Games.
• Games Evaluation: Complete a post-Games evaluation to support future planning and development.

What Is the Time Commitment?

The role will span the lead-up to the Games, with responsibilities increasing as 2028 approaches.

• 2026 – Foundation and Planning
  Support the finalization of cycling’s technical package and sport plan, establishing the framework for competition.
• 2027 – Coordination and Preparation
  Participate in planning meetings, become familiar with Games requirements, and support regional team development and preparation.
• 2028 – Games Delivery
  Coordinate athlete selection processes, support confirmation of regional coaches and managers, finalize competition requirements, and assist with the successful delivery of cycling at the Games.

Who Are We Looking For?

Ideally, we’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience organizing cycling events, programs, or competitions.
• Demonstrates strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Enjoys collaborating with clubs, coaches, volunteers, and community partners.
• Is passionate about youth cycling and creating opportunities for athletes across Manitoba.
• Can help support and guide regional teams through the Games preparation process.

Experience with multi-sport Games would be an asset, but is not required.

An annual honorarium will be provided in recognition of the time and responsibilities associated with this role. Details will be discussed with interested candidates.

Building on Manitoba’s Cycling Community

Manitoba’s established network of Kids of Mud clubs and dedicated cycling volunteers provides a strong foundation for developing regional teams and supporting young athletes. The Cycling Coordinator / Technical Representative will play an important role in building on this foundation and helping deliver a successful cycling competition at the 2028 Manitoba Summer Games.

Interested in Getting Involved?

If this opportunity interests you, or you know someone who would be a great fit, we would love to hear from you!

Contact: Twila Cruickshank, Executive Director
Email: cycling.ed@sportmanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-925-5686

Let’s work together to make the 2028 Manitoba Summer Games a memorable experience for Manitoba’s next generation of cyclists!