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ABOUT VIOLET CROWN

About Violet Crown

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Chartered in 1981 by a group small group of local cyclists, the Violet Crown Sports Association (VCSA) has been an active participant in Central Texas racing ever since. VCSA is affiliated with the USA Cycling which is the official cycling organization recognized by the United States Olympic Committee. Currently made up of both recreational and competitive cyclists, VCSA continues to evolve with the times.

Club highlights include:

  • State Champions
  • National Champions
  • Organizing charity events
  • Promoting bicycle races
  • Junior development programs
  • USCF Texas Club of the Year (1996-1998)
  • Distinctive club clothing
  • Regular club rides
  • Rider reimbursement programs

VCSA doesn't make big promises or pretend to be more than it is. We are a group of people dedicated to the sport of cycling and we promote that sport to the best of our ability. We have fun and we help people, young and old, enjoy one of the most underrated sports in the United States.


Violet Crown Sports Association Membership Policy

The VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION exists to promote the sport of competitive cycling in Austin Texas and welcomes all riders regardless of ability to apply for membership.  Membership is by application and requires the payment of the annual membership dues of $20 single / $30 family, the completion and signing of the Violet Crown application form and acceptance of the application by the Violet Crown membership coordinator.  VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION reserves the right to refuse a membership application for any reason.


A membership in the VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION is good for the calendar year in which dues are paid and expires on December 31st of that year.  All dues paid between October 31st and December 31st inclusive will provide membership benefits from the date paid thru December 31st of the following year.


VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION welcomes all riders and racers regardless of ability to join. VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION does not discriminate against race, creed, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, height, weight, or racing catagory.


While VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION does not sell membership information, it does not guarantee the privacy of the information provided as this information is provided to sponsors and USA Cycling.

All members, including family associates and juniors must fill out an application form and waiver.
Please download our membership form (15 K), then send the completed form and your check for dues to the address on the form. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.  

Paid-up members gain access to the Members Only section of the VC Website where discounts and special benefits are explained.

Violet Crown Rider Reimbursement Program

Policies and Procedures


The VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION RIDER REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM was created to help defray the cost of racing and to stimulate more participation in races and rides by the membership.  Participation in the program is voluntary and subject to the limits and rules contained in this policy.  Participation is open to all members in good standing. 


Reimbursable Events:

All races sanctioned by USA Cycling, US Triathlon, or NORBA, and all organized rides with an entry fee of $25 or more are eligible for reimbursement.  This includes all types of cycling events.

Event Particulars:

For a racer to seek reimbursement, the racer must have completed the particular event and not have received a DNF.  It is not required to achieve a particular placing or a particular time standard.  Wearing of the current jersey, having a current year membership, and possessing a valid racing license appropriate for the event are required for reimbursement.  Entrants in all other reimbursable events are required to wear the current jersey and have a current year membership.

Per Event Limits:

VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION will reimburse the cost of an event’s entry fee or $15 whichever is less.  Each stage of a stage race is reimbursable up to the entry fee divided by the number of stages or $15 per stage whichever is less.  Reimbursement is limited to entry fees only.  Local weekly races such as the Driveway Criteriums or Dirt Derby will be reimbursed to a maximum $15 limit per day regardless of the number of races entered.

Family Memberships:

For the purposes of this policy, family members covered under a family membership are considered reimbursable members.

Per Rider Limitations:

There will be a limit of $150 per member per calendar year reimbursed.  There is an exception for both State and National Championships which will be reimbursed regardless of whether the member’s limit has been reached.  Family members are considered reimbursable members.

How to Submit for Reimbursement:

The reimbursement form is available on the VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION web site.  Download the reimbursement form, fill it out completely and submit it to the treasurer, in person, at a regular VC monthly meeting.  Exceptions to this policy will be made at the discretion of the treasurer and only under hardship conditions. 

Time Limits:

All reimbursement requests must be made within four months of the date of the event. After this date reimbursement will not be given.

Total Reimbursable Amount:

Each year a certain amount of money is budgeted for the RIDER REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM.  Once this amount has been disbursed, the program will be closed for the year and no further requests accepted.  The closing of the program will be announced at the next regular monthly meeting and posted on the VC website.

Right to Change or Cancel:

The executive team of VIOLET CROWN SPORTS ASSOCIATION reserves the right to change, cancel, extend, or modify the particulars of the RIDER REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM at any time with notice being limited to a posting in the current news section of the VC website.

Proof Required:

The VCSA reserves the right to require proof that the terms of this policy have been met prior to reimbursing for a particular event.

VCCA Rider Reimbursement Policy Draft Rev B – 2008

Violet Crown Members and their Major Accomplishments

2009

Ethan Moorhead - Texas State Road Race - Silver Medal - 17-18

Ethan Moorhead - Texas State Time Trial Champion - 17-18
John Voss & Ron Burzese - Texas State Time Trial Champions - Open Tandem

Frank Kurzawa -Texas State Criterium Champion - 50-54
Steve James - Texas State Criterium Champion - 60-64

2008

Steve James - Texas State Time Trial Champion - 60-64
Steve James - Texas State Road Race Champion - 60-64

Texas State Cyclocross Championship 2008
David Wolfe - Silver Medal 45+
Chris Thibodeau - Gold Medal 55+
John Bartle - Silver Medal 55+
John Collins - Bronze Medal 55+

Violet Crown - 1st in 45+ overall with 425 points (2nd place had only 171 points)
Violet Crown - 1st in 55+ overall with 567 points (2nd place had only 178 points)


2007

Frank Kurzawa - Texas State Road Race Champion 50-54
Frank was also the TSRR Champion in 2006 - 50-54 and in 1997 in the 40-44 category

Steve James - Texas State Time Trial Champion - 60-64