Botha Bryony Dominates to Claim Women’s Omnium; Mendez Marcos Leads the Men’s Field in Thrilling Night of Racing



Trexlertown, PA – August 15, 2025 — The Omnium Night at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center delivered a night of high-speed action, tight finishes, and standout performances across both professional and junior categories. New Zealand’s Bryony Botha emerged as the undisputed star of the evening, claiming victory in multiple events and securing the Women’s Omnium title with a commanding display of strength and tactical precision. On the men’s side, Marcos Mendez of Argentina’s FOUNDATION team showcased his sprinting prowess and consistency to lead the pro field.

Women’s Professional Results

Omnium Champion: Bryony Botha (New Zealand)
Botha’s dominance was on full display as she took Gold in the Points Race, Miss and Out, American Tempo, and Scratch Race — cementing her position at the top of the women’s standings for the night.

  • Points Race Final – 8.333km / 25 Laps
    1st – Bryony Botha (New Zealand) – 30 pts
    2nd – Jessica Chong (Allentown, PA) – 13 pts
    3rd – Kimberly Zubris (Star Track Cycling, Alburtis, PA) – 12 pts
  • Miss and Out Final
    1st – Bryony Botha (New Zealand)
    2nd – Kimberly Zubris (Star Track Cycling)
    3rd – Jessica Chong (Allentown, PA)
  • American Tempo Final – 3.333km / 10 Laps
    1st – Bryony Botha – 17 pts
    2nd – Kimberly Zubris – 8 pts
    3rd – Danielle Van Niekerk (Bike Works p/b Fred Beans) – 4 pts
  • Scratch Race Final – 6.667km / 20 Laps
    1st – Bryony Botha
    2nd – Kimberly Zubris (Star Track Cycling)
    3rd – Jessica Chong (Allentown, PA)

Men’s Professional Results

  • Scratch Race Final – 6.667km / 20 Laps
    1st – Marcos Mendez (Foundation, Argentina)
    2nd – Patton Sims (Good Guys, Sterlington, LA)
    3rd – Troy Sanders (Edge Cycling, Breinigsville, PA)
  • American Tempo Final – 6.667km / 20 Laps
    1st – Marcos Mendez – 15 pts
    2nd – Noah Shumskas (Bike Works p/b Fred Beans) – 14 pts
    3rd – Magnus Jamieson (New Zealand) – 13 pts
  • Longest Lap – 333m / 1 Lap
    1st – Magnus Jamieson (New Zealand)
    2nd – Liam Ramsey (New Zealand)
    3rd – Noah Shumskas (Bike Works p/b Fred Beans)
  • Miss and Out Final
    1st – Liam Ramsey (New Zealand)
    2nd – Magnus Jamieson (New Zealand)
    3rd – David Ramirez (OutRiders NYC, Woodside, NY)
  • Points Race Final – 10km / 30 Laps
    1st – Marcos Mendez (Foundation) – 18 pts
    2nd – Magnus Jamieson (New Zealand) – 14 pts
    3rd – Liam Trepte (TeamBSR Mustangs) – 10 pts

Junior Results

  • Chariot Race Qualifier 1 – 1.5 Laps
    1st – Elijah James (Trinidad Tobago)
    2nd – Joshua Frederick (TeamBSR Cycling Development, Telford)
    3rd – Christiano Jacelon (Edge Cycling, Breinigsville, PA)
  • Flying Mile Final – 1.609km / 5 Laps
    1st – Joshua Frederick (TeamBSR Cycling Development)
    2nd – Elijah James (Trinidad Tobago)
    3rd – Christiano Jacelon (Edge Cycling)
  • Wheel Race Final – 1.333km / 4 Laps
    1st – Christiano Jacelon (Edge Cycling)
    2nd – Elijah James (Trinidad Tobago)
    3rd – Joshua Frederick (TeamBSR Cycling Development)

About the Valley Preferred Cycling Center

Known as T-Town, the Valley Preferred Cycling Center is America’s premier velodrome, globally respected for hosting elite competition and nurturing cycling talent from grassroots to Olympic level.

Information and photos provided to TVL by:
Jake Burns