Metolius is sponsoring the Northern California Youth Climbing League (YCL), which brings young climbers together throughout Northern California. Metolius will provide the YCL with support and equipment to foster growth in the next generation of climbers.
We are excited to have Metolius on board, says YCL Director Andy Puhvel. We want the best for our kids and Metolius climbing gear is simply the best on the market. It is important to us to foster the connection between young climbers and companies like Metolius, who give so much back to the climbing community.
With five participating gyms and multiple competitions in Northern California, the YCL offers youth a unique opportunity to compete against peers in a fun and relaxed format. With a successful 2013 youth league season just wrapping up, the YCL looks forward to growing the program for next season.
The league is presented by Metolius and Evolv, and receives support from a list of other sponsors including Clif Bar, Sanuk, Climbing Magazine and Yo! Basecamp Rock Climbing Camp. YCL participants are given support and gear from these sponsors, making participation in the season and competitions possible.
The YCL is a wonderful program, says Brooke Sandahl, vice president of Metolius Climbing. Its cool to see Andy create and organize leagues like this for the kids. We are honored to give our support and take part in it. The YCL joins the Hueco Rock Rodeo in a list of recent youth climbing initiatives Metolius has extended support to.
For more information about the Northern California Youth Climbing League, visit www.norcalyouthclimbingleague.com
