Amateur National Arenacross Championships Crown 23 Champions in Las Vegas

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Amateur National Arenacross Championships Crown 23 Champions in Las Vegas
Event’s Debut from Sam Boyd Stadium a Tremendous Success

AURORA, Ill. (May 12, 2010) – The 2010 AMA Arenacross Series came to an official close last weekend with the debut of the Amateur National Arenacross Championships (ANAC) from Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas. The ANAC featured the nation’s top amateur arenacross racers across 23 classes, competing for the chance at a national championship the same weekend as the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season finale.

ANAC action kicked-off on Saturday with the final rounds of both the 65cc (7-11) and 85cc (9-15), which took place just prior to the supercross night show. The remaining 21 classes commenced on Sunday with one of the most impressive fields of talent the AMA Arenacross Series has ever seen.

Austin Coon, of Spencer, W.V., and Beau Judge, of Carmichael, Calif., each walked away with a pair of national championships, with Coon capturing the AX Lites Intermediate and AX Intermediate titles and Judge walking away as the Over 30 and Over 25 champion.

65cc (7-11)
1. Timmy Crosby, Confluence, Pa. – KTM
2. Trey Moore, Center Point, Iowa – KTM
3. Hunter Budd, Keller, Texas – Cobra

85cc (9-15)
1. Peyton Malugani, Weatherford, Texas – Kawasaki
2. Ashton Hayes, Rockford, Mich. – Suzuki
3. Mitchell Harrison, Brighton, Mich. – Kawasaki

AX Lites Intermediate
1. Austin Coon, Spencer, W.V. – Kawasaki
2. Justin Vierra, Millville, Utah – Yamaha
3. Joseph Reynolds, Bakersfield, Calif. – Kawasaki

65cc (7-9)
1. Austin Black, Portland, Ore. – KTM
2. Brandon Moore, Center Point, Iowa – KTM
3. Zach Darnley, Fresno, Calif. – Kawasaki

AX Lites Novice
1. Tanner Sisson, Lemoore, Calif. – Honda
2. Jake Mohnike, Templeton, Calif. – Yamaha
3. Jonathan Rudolph, Parkersburg, W.V. – KTM

Over 35
1. Michael Faulk, Connersville, Ind. – Kawasaki
2. Jack Lambert, Kansas City, Mo. – Yamaha
3. Steve Slaney, Brentwood, Calif. – Kawasaki

50cc (4-6)
1. Corey Passieu, McDonald, Pa. – Cobra
2. Gage Steburg, Fort Dodge, Iowa – KTM
3. Robert Hailey, North Las Vegas, Nev. – Cobra

85cc Super Mini
1. Chase Marquier, New Castle, Okla. – Suzuki
2. Logan Karnow, Vermillion, Ohio – KTM
3. Tyler Moore, Gardnerville, Nev. – Honda

AX Intermediate
1. Austin Coon, Spencer, W.V. – Kawasaki
2. Zachary Jaynes, Princeton, Texas – Yamaha
3. Nicholas Lane, Great Mills, Md. – Suzuki

85cc (7-11)
1. Mitchell Harrison, Brighton, Mich. – Kawasaki
2. Jose Brambila, Hawthorne, Calif. – Suzuki
3. Trey Moore, Center Point, Iowa – Suzuki

AX Novice
1. Jake Mohnike, Templeton, Calif. – Yamaha
2. Conner Robinson, Roscoe, Ill. – Honda
3. Chad Granger, Fort Worth, Texas – Yamaha

Pit Bike AM
1. Tyson Clark, Carlisle, Pa. – Kawasaki
2. Jay Maloney, Oakland, N.J. – Kawasaki
3. Adam Derry, Jefferson, Iowa – Kawasaki

Women
1. Lauren Volentir, Thornton, Colo. – Kawasaki
2. Tiana Falls, Murrieta, Calif. – KTM
3. Rylee Newsom, Pueblo West, Colo. – Yamaha

50cc (7-8)
1. Bobby Semelsberger, Windber, Pa. – Cobra
2. Izaih Clark, Fort Dodge, Iowa – KTM
3. Tayler Grall, Fort Dodge, Iowa – KTM

85cc (12-15)
1. Logan Karnow, Vermillion, Ohio – KTM
2. Ashton Hayes, Rockford, Mich. – Suzuki
3. Chase Marquier, New Castle, Okla. – Suzuki

Over 30
1. Beau Judge, Carmichael, Calif. – Kawasaki
2. Ty Carson, Elk Grove, Calif. – Kawasaki
3. Clint Johnson, Red Lion, Pa. – Suzuki

Collegeboy (16-24)
1. Bretton Engle, Tahoka, Texas – Yamaha
2. Tyler Enticknap, Lompoc, Calif. – Honda
3. Bracken Hall, Rock Springs, Wyo. – Honda

Girls (9-13)
1. Allyson Miller, Spring Creek, Nev. – Suzuki
2. Kendall Chase, Ludlow, Mass. – Suzuki
3. Kayla Allers, Cedar Rapids, Iowa – Yamaha

Schoolboy
1. Zachary Jaynes, Princeton, Texas – Yamaha
2. Michael Lang, Saugerties, N.Y. – Suzuki
3. John Berry, McLouth, Kan. – Kawasaki

Over 25
1. Beau Judge, Carmichael, Calif. – Kawasaki
2. Ty Carson, Elk Grove, Pa. – Kawasaki
3. Clint Johnson, Red Lion, Pa. – Suzuki

65cc (10-11)
1. Javier Loera, San Jose, Calif. – Honda
2. Hunter Budd, Keller, Texas – Cobra
3. Trey Moore, Center Point, Iowa – KTM

Over 40
1. Jack Lambert, Kansas City, Mo. – Yamaha
2. Larry Bank, Joliet, Ill. – Honda
3. Rod Comer, Tipp City, Ohio – Kawasaki

Expert
1. Bracken Hall, Rock Springs, Wyo. – Honda
2. Kyle White, Freeport, Ill. – Honda
3. Ben Rio, Brentwood, Ky. – Kawasaki

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FMF/KTM Race Report – Las Vegas Supercross

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FMF/KTM Race Report – Las Vegas Supercross

Las Vegas, NV – FMF/KTM rider Phil Nicoletti had an up and down weekend at the Las Vegas Supercross race at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Nicoletti started the day well with three solid practices. He qualified 8th overall out of the West Lites riders after all practices were through and returned to the pits to gear up for the heat.
Nicoletti was in heat number two. He got a great jump coming around the first turn in 2nd position and was in 4th by the time they came inside the stadium from the outside start gate. He remained in 4th for the first few laps before he missed a jump and was passed by a train of three riders that were close behind him. Now in 7th, he maintained his pace and finished the heat only losing one more position to qualify 8th.
Nicoletti powerfully launched off the line at the start of the Lites main event but was pinched off in the first corner due to his outside start position. When they came inside the stadium he had fallen to the tail end of the pack and was sitting in 17th. After a rough start, Nicoletti began to pick up his lap times and began making passes. He quickly moved to 15th and then a lap later moved up to 14th. He was handed 13th after Canard crashed and remained there to the finish.
“My lap times were consistent tonight but I just struggled in some areas. I am glad to finish the season safely and look forward to outdoors starting. I definitely want to extend my gratitude to all my sponsors who have been there for me this season,” remarked Nicoletti
Overall Results –
1) Jake Weimer
2) Josh Hansen
3) Christophe Pourcel
4) Dean Wilson
5) Justin Barcia
6) Broc Tickle
7) Martin Davalos
8) Travis Baker
9) Ryan Morais
10) Trey Canard
11) Cole Seely
12) Hunter Hewitt
13) Phil Nicoletti
14) Michael Willard
15) Jake Canada
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Rockstar/Canide Pet Foods Las Vegas Race Report

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Las Vegas, NV – May 11th, 2010 – The 2010 AMA/FIM Supercross series came to a close Saturday night with a spectacular display of racing action at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium. The Rockstar Energy Suzuki team came through with a solid finish to a rollercoaster season, with Tommy Hahn cementing his status as the top pro privateer in the 450 class. "Taking the top privateer award was the high point of the weekend for me," said Hahn. "It’s back to the drawing board now, and hopefully I can do even better next season!"

Lites class teammates Ryan Morais and Hunter Hewitt competed in the annual East/West Shootout, the final Lites race of the year that pits the Eastern and Western division Lites riders against one another, and they put in some of their best rides all year. Ryan Morais suffered some minor injuries to his shoulder and hip in a crash during practice, but he continued to race hard and placed 3rd in his heat, and 9th in the main despite his injuries.

Meanwhile, Hunter Hewitt got off to a great start in both his heat race and the main event aboard his Suzuki RM-Z250. "My starts were dialed-in all weekend," said Hewitt. "I spent a lot of hours working on them at the practice track, and getting the holeshot was all I was thinking about." Hunter went on to take sixth in his heat race, and took twelfth in the main. "I have to thank the Rockstar Energy Suzuki team for everything they’ve done this year. Suzukis are just the best motorcycles out there!"

Now that the Supercross season is over, the focus shifts to the outdoors, slated to kick off at Hangtown in Sacramento, CA, on May 22nd. The team has been doing a lot of testing, and the riders have been putting in plenty of time at the practice track in order to prepare for the upcoming Motocross season. For the 2010 season, Tommy Hahn will be joined by teammate Jake Moss in the 450 class, while Ryan Morais, Blake Baggett, and Hunter Hewitt will all be competing in the Lites class aboard the RM-Z250. "We’ve done a lot of testing already, and we still have a lot more to do between now and the start of the season," said Team Manager Bill Keefe. "We’re really looking forward to racing the Outdoors this year."

About Rockstar: ROCKSTAR is the world's most powerful Energy Drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles - from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR Energy Drink is available in fourteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Energy Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, and Roasted Espresso. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors, and coming in 2010 - ROCKSTAR ENERGY GUM.

About Suzuki: The Motorcycle/ATV Division of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), Brea, Calif., was founded in 1963 by Suzuki Motor Corporation. ASMC markets motorcycles and ATVs via an extensive dealer network throughout 49 states. ASMC's parent company, Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), based in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a diversified worldwide manufacturer of motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, automobiles and marine engines. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, it has 120 distributors in 191 countries. www.suzukicycles.com

Canidae All Natural Pet Foods: CANIDAE Pet Foods was founded out of love for pets, the importance of family, and the belief in having fun and enjoying life and CANIDAE is excited to be able to share with the passionate fans of Supercross and Motocross racing our philosophy of "Responsible Pet Ownership" through proper nutrition and care featured at www.canidae.com and on our racing site at www.canidaeracing.com.  Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

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Amateur National Arenacross Championship This Weekend

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AURORA, Ill. (May 6, 2010) – Since the 2010 AMA Arenacross Series wrapped up over one month ago, hundreds of the world’s fastest amateur arenacross competitors have been anxiously awaiting and training for their opportunity to compete for a national championship at the Amateur National Arenacross Championship (ANAC). This weekend, the ANAC will commence with its inaugural event from Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium, sharing the spotlight with the season finale of Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship.

Qualifications for the 2010 ANAC took place throughout the AMA Arenacross Series season from January through March across five regions: North, South, East, West and Central. The highly competitive and highly popular amateur days produced stellar racing and has culminated with one of the most talented fields in the history of the ANAC.

On Saturday and Sunday, 23 classes will line up on the gate in an all out battle for a coveted national championship. The action kicks-off on Saturday afternoon, before the night show of the Monster Energy Supercross finale as 20 of the nation’s fastest riders in the 65cc (7-11) and 85cc (9-15) will put on a show for the capacity crowd inside Sam Boyd Stadium in what is sure to be a memorable pair of main events.

The remaining 21 classes will take to the track on Sunday for an action-packed day of the best amateur arenacross racing in the country. Doors open at 8 a.m. PST while the first gates drop at 10 a.m. PST. Tickets cost just $38 and are available at the Thomas and Mack Center Box Office, all UNLV ticket outlets, online at www.unlvtickets.com, or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Day of show tickets can be purchased at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office.

Log onto www.arenacross.com for more information as well as a full lineup of competitors.

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CBS to Air Season Preview of 2010 Monster Energy Supercross Championship

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AURORA, Ill. – Feld Motor Sports announced today that CBS Sports will air a one-hour season preview of the 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Saturday, December 26 at 2:30 p.m. EST.

“This is a great way to showcase the 2010 Monster Energy Supercross championship to a network audience,” said Todd Jendro, senior director of operations, Feld Motor Sports. “Last year’s racing was epic and with the emergence of guys like Ryan Villopoto, Josh Grant and Ryan Dungey, we have an amazing season in store and CBS Sports will capture it all December 26 at 2:30 EST.”

CBS Sports will take an in-depth look at the defending AMA Supercross champion James Stewart’s quest to earn his third career championship while holding off rival Chad Reed and a host of up-and-coming riders that are eager to steal Stewart’s thunder. After an 11-win season in 2010, Stewart returns to the San Manuel Yamaha team in pursuit of excellence.

Former two-time AMA Supercross class champion Reed will switch from the Factory Suzuki team to the Monster Energy Kawasaki team. A three-time race winner in 2009, Reed chased Stewart down to the final stop of the season at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium in what is considered the greatest season in the sport’s history. Within the one-hour show, Reed gives fans a unique perspective on his 2010 campaign.

Reed joins AMA Supercross class sophomore Ryan Villopoto under the Monster Energy Kawasaki tent. Villopoto earned two victories in 2009 and is the only rider in history to beat Stewart in a race that he did not crash.

After winning the Anaheim 1 race last year, Josh Grant earned valuable experience in the premier class and will be prepared for battle when the gate drops on the 2010 season January 9. Moving up from the AMA Supercross Lites class is Ryan Dungey who successfully captured the Western Regional title last year. Dungey raced in select AMA Supercross class races in 2008, finishing as high as second at the Minneapolis stop.

For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305.

About Feld Motor Sports
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, Nuclear Cowboyz and IHRA Nitro Jam.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment.  For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.