MCA Ch14 Flashcards
What are the two divisions of teams in MCA competitions?
Division I and Division II
Division I consists of larger teams, while Division II consists of smaller teams.
How are teams assigned to Division I or Division II?
Based on the number of high school student-athletes racing
This is done to balance field sizes.
What is the primary requirement for a school-based team?
Only one team may represent a school
School-based teams do not need official affiliation with the school.
Who are independent student-athletes?
Student-athletes without a club or team at their school
They may compete individually with the approval of the MCA Director.
What must homeschool athletes do regarding team representation?
Race for the high school in the district where they reside
This ensures compliance with local regulations.
What defines a Composite Team?
Must be comprised of full-time students from more than one school
Composite Teams must include ‘composite’ in their name.
What is required for a Composite Team to be approved?
A written proposal submitted to the MCA Director
The proposal must include geographical region, names of schools, and team organizer details.
What limitations apply to Composite Teams?
They are temporary solutions and must comply with scoring restrictions
Must compete in Division II and cannot overlap in geographical region.
What happens if 5 or more student-athletes are from the same high school?
They should be subdivided into a separate team
This is to ensure representation of their school.
What is the maximum number of pre-season activities allowed?
6
Pre-season activities must be pre-approved and can begin May 1st.
When does the regular season training start?
July 1st
Teams may have up to 4 practices per week during the regular season.
What activities are prohibited during the off-season?
Organized team rides and races
Any team racing under the school’s name during the off-season will be ineligible for the following season.
What must a student-athlete do when transferring teams?
Meet all requirements to compete as a member of the new team
Points earned prior to the transfer are retained by the student-athlete’s prior team.
True or False: Composite Teams may draw student-athletes from the same schools.
False
No two Composite Teams may overlap in geographical region or schools.
Fill in the blank: The MCA has strict _______ limits for teams.
[training]
These limits are in place to protect student-athletes.
What activities are permitted during pre-season?
Bike checks, mechanical workshops, fun rides, skills clinics
These activities must be registered with the MCA.
What is the consequence of racing as a high school team during the off-season?
Ineligibility to compete in MCA races the following season
This includes using school jerseys or property without permission.
