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Wray named Spring Stage Series champion

Nigel Wray was named champion of the Blizzard Bicycle Club’s 2024 Spring Stage Series after taking first place in all six races in the event.

By Jordan Prentice

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April 15, 2024

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Wray was named Spring Stage Series champion for the second year in a row. ( Blizzard Bicycle Club, Facebook )

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — Nigel Wray was named champion of the Blizzard Bicycle Club’s 2024 Spring Stage Series after taking first place in all six races in the event.

Wray’s most recent victory came last Thursday in the sixth and final race of the series, where he crossed the finish line with a time of 23:53.

Barb Jarnagin took second place, clocking in at 27:48, with Kevin Hunt hot on her heels at 28:17.

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This win marks the second year Wray has won the club’s Spring Stage Series after being named 2023’s champion.

Wray and Jarnagin lead the club’s point standings, with Wray holding 30 points in the men’s category and Jarnagin with 30 points in the women’s category.

Next, the cyclists will prepare for its King of Spring race, which will kick off in a few weeks.

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More information about the Blizzard Bicycle Club, including a schedule of events and how to join, can be found on the club’s website and Facebook page.

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Jordan Prentice

Recent graduate of BCIT’s Broadcast and Online Journalism program, born and raised in Vancouver, Jordan’s passion for broadcast and journalism began with her dream of becoming a hockey journalist and play-by-play commentator.

During her schooling, Jordan discovered a deep passion for reporting on Indigenous issues, culture and affairs. Jordan is also passionate about connecting with and listening to stories from people from different walks of life and cultural backgrounds.

Last Spring, Jordan completed her first season providing play-by-play for Trinity Western University Women’s Hockey and gameday hosting for BCHL Coquitlam Express.

Jordan enjoys radio anchoring, creating and editing video content, and hopes to one day pursue a career in investigative journalism as well as producing documentaries.

When Jordan isn’t looking for the next great story to tell, she enjoys taking pictures, riding her bike, collecting her favourite rock and roll albums on vinyl, and, of course, cheering on her beloved Canucks. More by Jordan Prentice.