Support Leon and Luka on the Road to European MTB Championships!

Support Leon and Luka's Dream: A Journey to the UEC MTB XCO Youth European Championships 2024 Sweden! 🚵‍♂️ 🚵🏼

In a world where passion drives excellence and dedication paves the way to success, two extraordinary young athletes, Leon Gabriel Kisicek (14) and Luka Rafael Kisicek (13), are embarking on a journey that encapsulates the very essence of their dreams and hard dedicated work! Croatia's top-ranked MTB cyclist and a distinguished triathlete, Leon, with his younger brother Luka by his side, has had a series of remarkable achievements in the fiercely competitive world of XCO mountain biking.

The journey of our young athletes is not just about the races they've won or the trails they've mastered; it's a testament to their unwavering spirit, their family's sacrifice, and their commitment to excelling against all odds. Over the last four years, they've traveled to hundreds of domestic and international competitions, a testament to their relentless pursuit of excellence. Their dedication has been rewarded with outstanding results, proving that passion, when coupled with hard work, knows no bounds.

However, mountain biking is not just a sport of physical endurance and skill; it's also a battle against financial constraints. With bicycles costing between 4,000 and 8,000 EUR each, on top of what comes maintenance, seasonal equipment, and expensive services, the financial burden is immense. Despite these challenges, the boys have balanced their athletic career with exceptional academic achievements. They also demonstrated entrepreneurial skills and collected a considerable amount of money for their first Stumpjumper, 3 years ago, by playing street music during the Covid19 pandemic, performing Gorillaz, Green Day, Metallica and Nickelback :).

Their ambition stretches all the way to the European Championship in Sweden, with a further dream of becoming the first Croatian athletes to compete in MTB at the Olympic Games. To turn this dream into reality, financial support is crucial. This is where we depend on YOUR support.

Today, we reach out to you, our community, friends, and supporters from around the globe, to play a part in Leon and Luka's journey. Your contributions will help cover the costs of necessary equipment, travel expenses for preparatory competitions, and enable them to train without financial obstacles, and finally most expenses for Sweden. Every donation, no matter the size, brings Leon and Luka closer to their dream of competing in the European Championship 2024 in Sweden. With this experience under the belt, the Olympics might seem like an attainable aim.

By supporting Leon and Luka, you're investing in more than just their journey to Sweden; you're fueling the dreams of two young athletes who represent the best of sportsmanship, determination, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. Let's come together to make their journey possible, to be a part of their story, and to cheer them on as they strive to place themselves and Croatia on the international sports map in mountain biking.

Thank you for your generosity, support, and belief in the power of dreams. Together, we can help Leon and Luka reach for the stars. Please share with bike enthusiasts you know!

Leon's recent results:

• National Cross Duathlon champion U15 2024
• Marin Čilić Foundation Scholarship Winner 2024
• National Champion Cyclocross U17 2024
• National Champion XC Eliminator U17 2023 (although he was U15 still)
• Croatian Cup 2023 Winner, won 4 out of 4 competitions
• International XCO Champion & Vice Champion , at strongest competitions in 2024, national 4x Winner , won 4 disciplines in 2023
• National Champion Cyclocross U15 2023
• National Champion XCC Shorttrack U15 2023
• Champion Bihać UCI C1 International Series U15 2022
• Champion Metković UCI C1 International Series U15 2022
• National Champion Cross Triathlon U13 2022

Luka's recent results:

• National Cross Duathlon U15 2024 P3
• Kamenjak Rocky Trails UCI C1 2024 P3
• XCO Lošinj Vice Champion 202
• National CX Champion 2024 U15
• National Individual Time Trial Vice Champion 2023 U14
• National CX Vice Champion 2023 U14
• XCO UCI C1 Metković Croatin Cup P3 2023 U15
• XCO UCI C2 P4 Croatian Cup Lošinj 2023 U15

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