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Rider Profile

Manion

Vinnie first started cycling when he was 13 years old on the XC MTB. He competed solely in MTB for 2 years and just trained on the road occasionally.

In his 2nd year under 17 he started racing on the road and really enjoyed it. Vinnie now predominantly races on the road
and competed in Europe from April to October of 2024. His dream to become a professional cyclist and is motivated to train and race hard to achieve that goal.

High Performance Sport Athlete Program

High Performance Student Athletes enjoy UniSC’s five-star student support and exclusive benefits, with access to UniSC’s world-class sport performance facilities, mentoring and personal development opportunities, tailored academic support and financial assistance.

Whether you are a novice rider, an aspiring competitor, or a seasoned pro, the Sunshine Coast has a cycle option for everyone. Enjoy guaranteed beautiful coastal and hinterland views, as well as great cafes and scenic lookouts along the way. There are myriad options for getting out and about on two wheels.

2025 Riders

Vinnie Manion
Toby Jones
Samuel Washington
Ollie Jirovec
Neve Parslow
Megan Moore
Leani Van Der Berg
Jonas Shelverton
Hannah Gianatti
Elsie Apps
Eddie Mungvoen
Conor Wright
Chloe Bowen
Ben Coates
Anna Dubier
Amelie Sanders
Alexander Hewes

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