Bonita’s Jacobo Melcer Returns to Mentor Youth, Build Future Champions, and Strengthen Community Through Cycling

San Diego, California Jul 3, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Eight-Time State Champion and Bonitas Own Jacobo Melcer Returns to Lead Junior Cycling Program and Empower Community

In an inspiring move poised to benefit youth, families, and the broader cycling community, Jacobo Melcer, an eight-time California State Champion and longtime Bonita, CA resident, has returned as Junior Program Tutor for a local nonprofit dedicated to youth cycling and wellness. Recognized across Southern California for both his athletic excellence and deep-rooted community impact, Melcers leadership marks a major step forward for youth development in the South Bay.

A lifelong cyclist who began racing competitively as a teenager in Mexico, Melcer uses his own story to inspire the next generation of riders. His academic pathfrom earning a physics degree at UNAM to completing a masters in oceanography at Scripps Institution of Oceanographyserves as a powerful example of whats possible with perseverance, balance, and support.

With over two decades of competitive experience and a passion for mentoring, Melcer will guide eight junior cyclistsaged 13 to 18through a program that blends high-performance training, on-bike coaching, and race preparation with education on proper nutrition and psychological wellness. He will collaborate directly with families to coordinate race logistics and build support systems around each athletes development, helping them balance the demands of sport, academics, and personal growth.

Jacobo brings the perfect blend of technical know-how and genuine care for young athletes, said Freddy Lindo, President of the organization. But what truly sets him apart is his community spirit. His influence will reach far beyond race resultshell help young people build discipline, confidence, and a lifelong connection to health and teamwork.

Melcers community impact extends far beyond cycling. For years, he has worked to improve digital access across the South Bay, drawing on more than two decades of leadership in internet and technology companies. He has advised nonprofits, schools, and civic leaders on closing the connectivity gapsomething he sees as essential for educational equity and long-term mobility.

In his corporate career, Melcer has led ventures such as iTrackr Systems and Superclick, Inc., specializing in digital communication for healthcare and hospitality. Since 1998, he has served as President of FrontCom.com, a company that reflects his steady, service-driven approach to business leadership.

Jacobo blends business sense with heart, said a colleague of 15 years. Hes never in it for the spotlight. Hes in it to help, to mentor, and to make his community stronger.

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In 2024, Melcer was honored with the Community Anchor Award by VeloYouth, a recognition of his long-standing commitment to youth empowerment. Jacobo brings a wealth of professional experience to the VeloYouth Board, especially his great connections to the South Bay community, said Executive Director Hoffmann. But more importantly, he brings patience, mentorship, and a deep sense of humanity.

His story serves as a local blueprint for how business leaders and athletes alike can invest in peoplenot just projectsand create a lasting, positive impact. Whether mentoring a student, sponsoring a program, or quietly advising from behind the scenes, Jacobo Melcer continues to be a force for good in Bonita and throughout South San Diego.

Im excited to help our juniors chase their goals and discover the lifelong joy of cycling, said Melcer. This is about more than racingits about giving young people a foundation for confidence, health, and community connection that will stay with them for life.

As these junior athletes prepare for competitionincluding events sanctioned by USA Cycling and the UCIMelcers guidance ensures their journey is rooted in mentorship, community, and the belief that strong individuals build stronger neighborhoods.

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