Maria Costello MBE, will act as series coach and mentor to the young riders taking part in this years inaugral FIM Europe 'Women's European Cup'.

The Women's Cup will run as an integral part of the PATA European Junior Cup, powered by Honda, and will see the female racers compete on identical race prepared Honda CBR 650 F machinery, racing on equal terms within the European Junior Cup whilst enjoying a unique championship of their own.

Maria has been successful both in road racing and short circuit racing and is keen to give something back to the sport through being a member of the FIM Women in Motorcycling Commission, her women only track days and this new position with the EJC.

Maria said:

"This class is important because of how it will help young female racers progress in the sport. I’m really pleased to be ask to be their mentor and I’m really looking forward to working with all the participants at the forthcoming training camp in April and throughout the season." 

Nita Korhonen the director of FIM Women in Motorcycling commission adds:

"When we started our Road Racing project, less than two years ago, we had no idea that so many improvements would happen for female riders so soon. The creation of FIM Europe Women's Europen Cup raises the profile of women in the support whilst allowing the riders to compete on equal terms with the young men and that naturally is our main aim. Our commission is extremely pleased to be part of this great series."

Places are still available on the grid for the 2015 series. For more information and to apply go to www.europeanjuniorcup.com

What a great ambassador for the Sport Maria is , good on her I say


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