MARYLAND CYCLING CLASSIC, SEPTEMBER 2021
Maryland Cycling Classic makes its debut in September 2021 in Baltimore. In 2010, S.K.Y.
King of the Mountain (KOM) Sports Marketing is a boutique sports marketing agency that works with international and national sports organizations on brand and event marketing services, including sponsorship, marketing and communications and consulting. In its first year, the Maryland Cycling Classic will be the highest-ranked and biggest U.S. professional race for road cycling. KOM co-founded the
event with long-time event parter Medalist Sports, Inc., of Atlanta, Ga., a leader in cycling event management. www.marylandcyclingclassic.us
TOUR OF UTAH, AUGUST 2021
The Tour of Utah the highest internationally-sanctioned stage road cycling race in the United States. The multi-day event features some of the top international and domestic professional cycling teams. www.tourofutah.com
WORLD LACROSSE
World Lacrosse is the international federation for the sport of Lacrosse. Working across multiple platforms, KOM has worked on brand activation, marketing, communications, digital services and program development for the growing IF, which is located in Colorado Springs and led by long-time CEO Jim Scherr (CEO), Darryl Seibel (CCO), long-time USOC and international sport executives. www.worldlacrosse.sport
WRESTLE LIKE A GIRL
This non-profit organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in Colorado Springs. KOM consults on sponsorship and revenue-producing as well as serving on special projects for WLAG, whose mission is to inspire and grow the sport of wrestling for girls and women of all ages. www.wrestlelikeagirl.org
S.K.Y. STREETBALL SYNDICATE
KOM Sports and its president Steve Brunner co-founded S.K.Y. Streetball Syndicate with Lee Greene. The team has played in 15 countries including several major tours. From 2011-2013, the team was part of a reality show on CCTV, the largest broadcaster in China. signed a three-year deal with VOIT of China as a worldwide apparel sponsor. The team has been dormant in recent years and is shelved indefinitely during the pandemic. www.skynolimit.net
PAST CLIENTS
2015 UCI World Championships for road cycling, Richmond, Va.; 2015 United World Wrestling World Championships, Las Vegas; United World Wrestling USA Wrestling; Amgen Tour of California; USA Pro Challenge; Colorado Classic; Tour of Alberta; Tour of Missouri; Tour de Georgia; USA Bobsled; USA Team Handball; World Cyber Games/Samsung; Smile For A Lifetime Foundation; TeamTrak (test event). STAFF
Steve Brunner, President & Founder, [email protected]
Kyle Gapp, Director of Marketing Services, [email protected]
Katrina Younce, Director of Media and Public Relations, [email protected]
Keegan Brunner, Manger of Digital Services & Content, [email protected]
Shawn Palko, Account Services Coordinator, [email protected]
William Younce, Special Projects, [email protected]
What’s it take to put on a major bike race in U.S. here’s a perspective from Bobby Julich, an Olympic silver medalist and one-time Tour de France podium finisher, who served as our competition manager from the men’s race.
15 men’s teams from 9 countries
105 professional cyclists from 20 countries
172.8 kilometer course
Who will wear the men’s championship jersey at the 2025 Maryland Cycling Classic on September 6?
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The 2025 Maryland Cycling Classic, America’s premier professional cycling road race, has announced preliminary rosters for its third men’s race, set for Saturday, Sept. 6 in Baltimore, Maryland.
With 15 elite teams hailing from nine countries, the starting line will be packed with a diverse and powerful field. The men’s competition will feature top contenders from the European peloton and many of the top North Americans. The race will showcase a star-studded lineup of Olympians, national champions, and Grand Tour stage winners, with athletes from 20 countries represented.
To read more and see a preliminary roster list for the men’s teams please visit: marylandcyclingclassic.us
08/22/2025
📣Start Line @ Harbor Point Central Plaza 🚴♂️
Join us at the Start Line of the 2025 Maryland Cycling Classic, presented by Kelly Benefits, and be part of the exciting send-off as the riders launch into race day!
📍 Location: Harbor Point Central Plaza (South Central Ave & Point St., Baltimore)
📅 Date: Saturday, September 6
🕖 Time: 7 AM – 5 PM
🎉 FREE for all fans!
🖊️ Riders Sign-In & Autograph Alley:
🕢 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM (Women’s Teams)
🕦 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Men’s Teams)
Enjoy giveaways like cowbells, thunder sticks, and more to cheer on the riders in style.
🍻 Plus: Beer garden, food trucks, and a full day of excitement as world-class athletes roll out from one of Baltimore’s most scenic spots.
Big thanks to Kelly Benefits for helping bring the energy to the start line!
08/21/2025
Kick off the 2025 Maryland Cycling Classic race in style with the Team Introduction Ceremony - where the world’s top riders are presented - followed by a free community concert featuring Virginia Coalition. While the crowd enjoys the public show in Harbor Point Central Plaza, you can savor the flavors of Fogo de Chão, with their signature churrasco-style fire-roasted meats, fresh gourmet market table sides, and a special Brazilian caipirinha cocktail—all available for purchase or other tasty eats from local food trucks.
Pair the festive atmosphere with delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, and the energy of race weekend—it’s the perfect way to start the celebration.