NEWS: 2025 ELITE DEVELOPMENT TEAMS

British Cycling has announced the 2025 Men’s and Women’s Elite Development Teams who are guaranteed eight rider entries into all National Road Series and National Circuit Series races events

NEWS: 2025 ELITE DEVELOPMENT TEAMS (Britain)

British Cycling has announced 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 Cycling website, and receive support in the form of education and training workshops.

WOMEN’S TEAMS

Hope Inglis of the Brother UK/Onform team

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.

– Team Manager: Mark Botteley
– Riders: Hope Inglis (pictured) 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.
– Instagram: @teamonform | Website: https://www.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.
– 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.
– Instagram: @teamboompods | Facebook – Team Boompods

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.

– 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.
– Instagram: @ftpracingteam | 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.

– 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.

Instagram: @lightning_cycling | TwitterX @lightningcycle | Facebook – Loughborough Lightning Cycling Team | Website: Loughborough Lightning Cycling

MEN’S TEAMS

George Kimber from the Spirit Racing Team

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.

– Team Manager: Josh Parkin
– Riders: George Kimber (pictured), Matthew Houlberg, Ethan Rowell, John Appleby, Luke Gibson, Charlie McFadzean, Mathys Venter
– Instagram: @spirit.racingteam | TwitterX: @Spirit_Racing_ | Facebook: Spirit Racing Team | Website: https://www.spiritracingteam.co.uk/

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.

– 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.
Instagram: @wheelbase_cabtech_castelli

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.

– Team Manager: Bryan Steel (former Olympian)
– Riders – Zac Machin, Dan Galpin, Alex Galpin, Toby Bush, Lewis Tinsley, William Gilbank, Alex Ball, William Salter, George Stephen.
– Instagram: @bcc_race_team | TwitterX: @BCCRaceTeam | 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.
Instagram: @360_cycling_official | Facebook: 360 cycling | Website: www.360cycling.co.uk

Please note: All of us in the cycling world are devastated to have learnt 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.

CYCLING 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.

– Team Manager: Dave Coulson.
– Riders – Sam Chaplin, Alex Foster, Nathan Smith, James Sawyers, Denholm Edwards, Ryan Williams, Sam Barbour, Dan Eastham.
Instagram: @cyclingsheffield | X – @cycling_sheff | 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.

– 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.
Instagram: @richardsonstrek | 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.

– Team Manager: Paul Bennett
– Riders – Elliot Bain, Tom Charles, Nathan Hardy, Sam Llewelyn, George Peden, Will Pollard, Max Sillifant, Jude Taylor, George Watch.
Instagram: @pb_performance | TwitterX: @PB_Performance | Facebook: PB Performance Coaching

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.

– Team Manager – Adam Ellis
– Riders: Scott Redding, William Truelove, Jake Jackson, Conor White, Alex Beldon, Edward Morgan, Adam Howell.
Instagram: @mucoff_srct_storck |

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