The young Sparkles Schultz from Track Cycling SA club attended a month long UCI training camp in Paarl during November.
Sparkles covered more distance than ever in the month. He was introduced to group training and also learned how it is to stay away from home for a substantial period.
Sparkles (3rd from right) with the UCI continental training group.
The camp set Sparkles up for the next three track events namely the Western Cape Grand Prix, the Eddie Kulsen GP and Paarl Boxing day.