The Coaches
The team has coaches spanning from interested parents who have very little mountain biking experience to coaches who have a long experience with riding and racing.
With enrollments expected to remain close to 100 athletes, we are always looking for help with coaching. If you are a parent of a rider on the team or simply an adult human that loves to ride on dirt and wants to give back to the community and help get more kids on bikes please drop us a line. None of our coaches are professional mountain bikers (in case you were wondering).
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Learn more about NICA coaching certifications here. Coaches at each level are also eligible to receive special coach discounts. Learn more about coach benefits here.
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Interested in helping coach? We would love to have your help! Please CONTACT US to get started.
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Lead Coaches
​NICA Coaching Level: 3
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 7
Home City: Port Washington
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
Coaching has been one of the best things I have done with my son and the other athletes on the team. And don’t forget the fitness!!
Rick Ebbers
HEAD COACH
​NICA Coaching Level: 3
Years MTB Experience: 5-9
Years MTB Coaching: 8
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I enjoy teaching you people new skills and watching their self-confidence grow.
Dan Kerkman
TEAM DIRECTOR
Level III Coaches
Mark Clegg
NICA Coaching Level: 3
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 2
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I coach because MTB can be challenging, fun and rewarding all at the same time. The more kids that can experience this, the better! And hey, where else can you coach and participate at the same time?!
Mike Hoge
NICA Coaching Level: 3
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 5
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
As a coach, watching the athletes grow and improve from middle school to high school is a highlight.
Jeff Lopas
NICA Coaching Level: 3
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 5
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
For the kids.
Jenn Stilichio
NICA Coaching Level: 3
Years MTB Experience: 1-4
Years MTB Coaching: 4
Home City: Port Washington
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I coach because I love seeing kids radiate with confidence and self-esteem when they challenge themselves and meet their goals.
Level II Coaches
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 3
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
Because it's awesome!
Christian Bilgo
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 10
Home City: Grafton
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
Shawn Cotter
NICA Coaching Level:
Years MTB Experience:
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Home City:
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Lee Econom
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 1
Home City: Grafton
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I coach mountain biking because I want to help share this fun, joyful, adventurous, and challenging sport with young athletes. Mountain biking is a sport that athletes can take with them for the rest of their lives, and I want to help give that gift to them.
Patrick Hoctor
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 5+
Years MTB Coaching: 2
Home City: Port Washington
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I have two daughters on the team & I love spending riding time with them & others on the team. It's such a great & healthy sport.
Rob Wieberdink
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 8
Home City: Saukville
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I love to help kids discover how strong they can be through learning new skills and succeeding.
Jeanne Kasza
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 5
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
To see kids progress on the bike and have fun riding out on trails!
Rachel Pomeroy
NICA Coaching Level: 2
Years MTB Experience: 1-4
Years MTB Coaching: 3
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
My son Weston is a rider in 8th grade and I love spending time with him and the rest of the kids and coaches!
Whitney Teska
Level I Coaches
Greg Avello
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 1
Home City:
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
My son joined Cedarburg's team.
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Michael Barrett
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 5-9
Years MTB Coaching: 1
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
It's a great way to be outdoors and active with my kids while being surrounded by an incredible biking community.
Katie Butler
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 5-9
Years MTB Coaching: 5
Home City: Grafton
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I coach so I can spend time with my sons doing a sport we love as a family. It’s great to see the riders improve over the years as well as form lasting friendships.
Jamie Eurich
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 6
Home City:
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I coach because of the great student athletes that choose to be involved each year. It is a great opportunity for them, that I never had as a kid. Excellent skill building that creates a lifelong passion of riding bikes.​
Peter Chandler
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 5-9
Years MTB Coaching: 6
Home City: Port Washington
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I love seeing the athletes build confidence!
Catie Ebbers
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 1-4
Years MTB Coaching: 2
Home City: Port Washington
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
Because my family enjoys it.
Kevin Hansen
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 1
Home City: Mequon
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Ryan Orberg
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 5-9
Years MTB Coaching: 2
Home City:
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I love to enjoy mountain biking with others and connect with people. Show younger riders how awesome the sport is.
Naomi Seiler
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 1
Years MTB Coaching: 1
Home City:
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
I had fun last year, my son Parker loves the team. I like learning new skills.
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Peter Smith
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 1-4
Years MTB Coaching: 2
Home City: Mequon
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
​Because it’s amazing to help young riders grow—on and off the bike. I get to build confidence, share my love for the sport, and be part of an awesome, supportive team. It’s fun, meaningful, and totally worth it.
Matt Stalter
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 1
Home City: Cedarburg
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
To help youth continue to stay active.
Melissa Suddendorf
NICA Coaching Level: 1
Years MTB Experience: 10+
Years MTB Coaching: 5
Home City: Port Washington
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Why do you coach with OZ MTB:
​Having the confidence in your ability to approach and tackle new and sometimes hard skills is is critical. Mountain biking allows you to work through that process in a fun and rewarding way while being outdoors with your friends.