Howard Lions Cycling Club

06/10/2026

🚴‍♂️💙 Howard Lions Cycling Club — What a Night! 💙🚴‍♀️

Huge thank you to Howard High School for hosting the very first Freshman Launch Night tonight — the turnout was incredible and the energy was unreal. So many future Lions stopped by to learn about the team, the trails, and what it means to ride with pride.

To everyone who came over to chat, ask questions, or just check out what we’re all about — we appreciate you. The interest was strong, and we can’t wait to hear from you soon as you start planning your fall activities.

Special shoutout to Roman, Connor, Milo, and Aydin for holding it down and talking with families and rising freshmen all evening. That leadership and enthusiasm is what makes this team special.

The future is looking fast, fun, and full of Lions spirit.
Let’s Go Howard! 🦁💙🌲🔥

06/03/2026

🚴‍♂️💙 Celebrating Our Senior Charles 💙🚴‍♂️

Today we honor one of the true pillars of the Howard Lions Cycling Club — Charles Mahoney, a founding member, a steady leader, and a rider whose heart has been in this team since day one.

From his early days with the Mountain Lions to helping launch the Howard team his sophomore year, Charles has been a driving force behind our growth. He led not with words, but with dedication, grit, and race‑after‑race consistency that inspired every rider who lined up beside him.

On and off the trails, Charles has shown what it means to commit, to improve, and to lift others up along the way. We couldn’t be more proud of the athlete, teammate, and young man he has become.

Today, as he walks across the stage as a graduate, we celebrate everything he’s built here — and everything he’s ready to build next. This fall, Charles heads to James Madison University to pursue a degree in business management, and we know he’ll bring the same drive, leadership, and heart that shaped our team.

Congratulations, Charles and the entire graduating class of 2026!! Once a Lion, always a Lion. 🦁💙

“The trail doesn’t build you — it reveals you. Keep climbing, keep growing, and trust the ride.”

05/28/2026

🚴‍♂️💙 Punisher at Pickall: BACK ON & THE LIONS BROUGHT THE HEAT! 💙🚴‍♀️

After last week’s rainout, the crew rolled into Pickall with something to prove — and wow did they deliver. The Howard Lions Cycling Club showed up hungry, focused, and ready to put in work.

🔥 The team brought it from the first pedal stroke
😄 Smiles for miles all evening
💪 Gains stacking as race season gets closer

This squad is locked in, leveling up, and showing what it means to Ride With Pride.
Let’s go Howard! 🦁💛💙

05/22/2026

🚴‍♂️🦁 MORE LIONS SPOTTED IN THE WILD! 🦁🚴‍♀️

The Howard Lions Cycling Club is everywhere right now — and this weekend, a whole pride rolled into Virginia to sharpen those claws for the season.

🔥 Coach Sadiq and his sons Ayden and Zakir took on EX2’s Rails to River race and came away calling it an “excellent experience”!! 😉 IYKYK

Huge shoutout to the legendary Bruce Buckley and our team friend Ray for capturing the action. These photos are great!

The season is coming fast, and the Lions are already out there putting in the work, repping the pride, and showing what Ride With Pride really means.

💙💛 Keep hunting. Keep grinding. Keep roaring.
Let’s Go Howard! 🦁🔥


EX2 Adventures

05/14/2026

🚴‍♂️💙 Round 2 of the Pickall Punisher: DONE & DUSTED! 💙🚴‍♀️

The Howard Lions Cycling Club rolled into Pickall on a chilly evening and absolutely roared — riders and coaches alike.
Cold temps? Didn’t matter.
Fast course? Bring it on.

These Lions are putting in the early work, stacking those gains, and building the momentum that’s going to carry them into an incredible season. The energy is high, the grit is real, and the pride is showing every single week.

Let’s Go Howard! 🦁🔥💛💙

05/08/2026

Do you have a used bike laying around collecting dust? Why not consider donating it to a great organization that will fix that bike up and find it a great home for the holidays!

Come and have fun! Donate your gently used bikes on Saturday and we'll refurbish them for children in need.

05/07/2026

🚴‍♂️💙 Howard Lions Cycling Club Out in Force! 💙🚴‍♀️

Some of our Lions hit the Pickall Punisher tonight and showed everyone what Ride With Pride really looks like.

🔥 Ayden, Charles, Connor, and Zakir took on the challenge head‑on…
💥 Crushed the course…
😄 And rolled out with smiles for miles.

The Punisher at Pickall series rolls on next week — and you already know the Lions will be back for more.

Keep pushing. Keep smiling. Keep riding.
Proud of you, Lions! 🦁💛💙

05/01/2026

🚴‍♂️💙 Howard Lions Cycling Club is FIRED UP! 💙🚴‍♀️

What an awesome turnout for our meet & greet and team ride today. Huge thanks to everyone who showed up, showed out, and brought the energy — athletes, parents, and our incredible coaches.

The coaching crew is thrilled for another year of riding, growing, and racing together. And we’re pumped to officially welcome two new riders to the squad, with a few more prospects already rolling our way. The team is looking strong, motivated, and hungry for more trail time.

We look forward to officially welcoming all of our new teammates in a future post, so stay tuned for those highlights!

This season is shaping up to be something special.
Let’s Go Howard! 💙🦁🌲🔥

04/01/2026

🚵‍♀️💙 HOWARD LIONS CYCLING CLUB – FALL REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 💙🚵‍♂️

No tricks. No pranks. No April Fools shenanigans.
Registration for the Fall Season is officially OPEN, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring the team back for another amazing year on the trails.

If you love the outdoors, riding bikes, getting a little muddy, and being part of a fun, inclusive crew, this is your moment. We’re looking to grow the Pride and welcome even more riders this season.

🌟 Girls & boys who attend Howard High School are welcome
🌟 All skill levels encouraged
🌟 No tryouts. No cuts. No bench.
🌟 We just ride bikes.

Want to join the ride or learn how to get started?
📧 Reach out to [email protected] for all the details.

Let’s gear up, hit the trails, and make this fall our best season yet.
Ride with Pride! 🦁🚲

03/23/2026

Just a reminder we have an interest meeting tomorrow at 6pm in the media center at Howard. Come and find out what we’re all about! This is open to all Howard students and rising freshman for the fall. See you there!

🚴‍♂️💙 Howard Lions Cycling Club – Fall 2026 Interest Meeting! 💙🚴‍♀️

Did you know Howard has its very own Cycling Club?
If you love riding trails like Rockburn Branch Park and want even more adventure, this is your chance to jump in.

Come get all “the dirt” on the club — meet the team director and chat with current riders to hear what we’re all about. This club is open to both girls and boys from Howard, including rising freshmen.

🌟 No tryouts
🌟 No bench - everyone rides
🌟 Just bikes, trails, and good times

📅 Tuesday, March 24th
📍 Howard High School – Media Center
⏰ 6:00 PM

Whether you’re a seasoned trail rider or brand new to cycling, we’d love to have you join the ride. See you there.