Honda Riders First and Third in Toronto

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orrance CA: The Honda Red Riders took on round 10 of the 2010 Supercross series in Toronto, Canada on Saturday, March 13, and Honda Red Bull Racing’s Davi Millsaps and Trey Canard made the trek across the border to battle the Supercross competition aboard their Honda CRF450Rs.

Canard successfully made it three podium finishes in a row in Toronto after grabbing the holeshot and racing to the lead on the opening lap. Challenged up front by Dungey and Villopoto in the early stages of the race, Canard found his rhythm to maintain third place from the sixth lap onward. Teammate Davi Millsaps was in sixth position on the opening lap and began picking off riders, but then he crashed out of the race on lap 15 while chasing his teammate Canard down for the podium spot. GEICO Powersports Honda’s Kevin Windham put in a solid performance after getting a mid-pack start to finish in fifth spot.

“I’m really happy with the way I raced in Toronto,” said Canard. “The past few weeks have been a real whirlwind; all the traveling, testing and getting used to the bigger bike. But I feel really good about the way things have gone and I’m proud of how I’ve raced. Having the opportunity to fill in for Andrew while he’s out injured couldn’t have come at a better time for me. I’ve been racing 250s for a while now, so having the opportunity to step up and not only test but also race the 450 is something I am very grateful for. The CRF450R has the speed and power to be up front and I know with more time on the bike I’d be able to stick with the leaders for longer and be in the hunt for the number one spot.”

In the Supercross Lites East competition, GEICO Powersports Honda’s Justin Barcia claimed his first Supercross Lites victory in his debut professional season. The 17-year-old rookie was fastest out of the gate, grabbing the holeshot and building a solid lead out front. Overcoming a close call with a tuff block that had the potential to spoil his lead as well as an off-track excursion late in the race, Barcia held on to lead all 15 laps on his GEICO Powersports Honda CRF250R. Teammate Brett Metcalfe worked hard to make up ground after getting a mid-pack start and he finished in sixth place.

“My day didn’t start out that great in Toronto and I had a few issues to deal with in practice,” said Barcia. “But I talked with my team and got my head in the right place before heading into my heat race. I finished second in the heat and went into the main feeling really confident. I got the holeshot in the main and I knew that the race was mine to lose from there. I knew I had the speed to win—I have all season—I just needed to ride a smart race and keep a level head throughout. Winning my first-ever Supercross race is an awesome feeling. I’m so grateful to my family and the GEICO Powersports Honda team for getting me this far. It’s been a long time coming and I couldn’t have made it without them.”

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Double Podium for Suzuki at Toronto SX

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Rockstar Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey continues to lead the AMA/ FIM Supercross Championship after racing to second place in Saturday night’s 10th round at Toronto in Canada, while team-mate Austin Stroupe raced to second in the Lites class, which puts him just seven points away from the top of the series.

In the second Lites heat race, front-runner Stroupe grabbed second at the start with his fuel-injected Suzuki RM-Z250. However, on the first lap, he broke through a berm and dropped to third. By the end of lap one, Stroupe had pushed ahead into second and by lap two he moved up into first and pulled away to a commanding win.

The second Supercross heat race featured Rockstar Makita Suzuki rider and series points leader Dungey, who pulled the holeshot with his Suzuki RM-Z450 and quickly put the hammer down and pulled away from the pack. By the end of the race, Dungey had a dominating 25-second lead at the flag.

Starting with the Lites Main, Stroupe found himself with a top-three start and by the end of lap one had settled into second place. Although he kept eventual winner Justin Barcia close, Stroupe was not able to make a pass and owned second place once again. Toronto marks Stroupe's fourth straight podium finish and saw him close to within seven points of the overall lead.

Stroupe was not happy with second, but was looking at the big picture. “I’m really disappointed that I didn’t get the win, but I rode well and it was nice to close in on the points lead,” he said. “I’m still looking for wins though; not seconds.”

The start of the Supercross Main was tight with Dungey coming out in third position. He had a hard time getting around Trey Canard but after a few laps in third he finally passed him, but the gap to first was over seven seconds and Dungey had his work cut out and at the flag, had closed the gap considerably, but it was not enough and second place was as good as it would get.

Dungey still enjoys a large points lead and is looking forward to the next race in Texas. “I always want to get the win, but we have a great team and will just keep working hard and trying to improve. We are going to be strong in Texas and hope to get back on the top spot by then,” said Dungey.

Ryan Morais - filling in for injured Matt Moss - took a nasty spill in his timed practice session. After much discussion, it was recommended that he sit out the evening program as he was too sore to be effective.


AMA Supercross Class Results:

1. Ryan Villopoto
2. Ryan Dungey (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)
3. Trey Canard
4. Ivan Tedesco
5. Kevin Windham
6. Josh Hill
7. Nick Wey
8. Tommy Hahn (Rockstar Energy Suzuki)
9. Justin Brayton
10. Matt Boni

Series points: http://www.suzuki-racing.com/championship_points.aspx?SRS_ID=4


Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites Results:

1. Justin Barcia
2. Austin Stroupe (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)
3. Christophe Pourcel
4. Dean Wilson
5. Ryan Sipes
6. Brett Metcalfe
7. Kyle Cunningham
8. Troy Adams
9. Mike Willard
10. Nico Izzi

Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites Class Season Standings:

1. Christophee Pourcel, 95
2. Austin Stroupe (Rockstar Makita Suzuki) 88
3. Dean Wilson, 71
4. Brett Metcalfe, 65
5. Justin Barcia, 64
7. Blake Baggett (Rockstar Energy Suzuki) 46 

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Fox Racing Supports RC Am. SX and RCU in Daytona

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The Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross represents a unique opportunity for riders to compete on one of the most prestigious motorsports grounds in the world on Sunday March 7th, 2010.

In addition, RC will be conducting a riding school like no other. Titled RC University, this event is already sold out and will undoubtedly be an amazing event. RCU is on Monday March 8th, 2010. Fox Racing is proud to be a supporter of the GOAT in his newest endeavors.

Check out WWW.FOXRACING.COM for photo galleries of both events as well as product details & videos of all your favorite Fox riders throughout the year. Contact your local Authorized Fox Dealer or visit WWW.FOXRACING.COM for the latest Fox products.
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ANAHEIM TOUGH FOR ROCKSTAR ENERGY SUZUKI

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Team Suzuki Press Office - February 16.


Rockstar Energy Suzuki hit Angel Stadium once again for the third Anaheim round of the AMA/FIM Supercross Series, hopeful of being back to racing at full strength with Ryan Morais rejoining team mate Hunter Hewitt in the Lites class and Tommy Hahn taking on the competition in the Supercross class.

But fate seemed to have other plans as Hahn fell ill the night before the race with a bad case of the flu, and Morais found himself still in great pain on Saturday from the injuries he sustained during his heat race at Anaheim 2.

With two of his team mates out for the night, the spotlight fell on Hewitt (pictured) in the Lites class: He was running a respectable sixth in the Main Event until another rider collided with him while turning onto the starting straight and knocked him over. “You have to watch your back when you’re running up front and that’s something I just wasn’t doing,” said Hewitt. “I was pretty mad about it, but that’s just part of racing and I did my best to keep going.”

The collision and resulting crash left Hewitt towards the back of the pack with his clutch lever bent out of position, but he continued to press on despite the damage and even without the use of his clutch, he managed to retake a few positions by the end of the race, placing 13th overall.

With the final Anaheim round finished, the series moves east for the first time to Indianapolis. Indy also marks the beginning of the Eastern Regional Lites Championship, which will bring in a whole new crop of Lites riders including Rockstar Energy Suzuki’s Blake Baggett and Jake Moss. “Things are going to be very competitive in the East,”

Team Manager Bill Keefe said. “There are a lot of fast riders out there, but Blake and Jake have put in a lot of hard work and we expect great things from them.”


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MORAIS SET FOR ANAHEIM SUPERCROSS RETURN

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MORAIS SET FOR ANAHEIM SUPERCROSS RETURN
Team Suzuki Press Office - February 12.


Rockstar Energy Suzuki rider Ryan Morais is preparing for his return to racing in the Western Regional Lites class at this Saturday’s AMA/ FIM Supercross sixth round at Anaheim, California.

Morais had to take some time away from racing after a crash in his heat race at Anaheim 2 resulted in several injuries, including some deep bruising to his kidneys, lungs and the surrounding muscle fibres. After participating in an aggressive rehab program for the past two weeks, he is fit enough to train with the team again and remounted his RM-Z250 this week to get in some solid laps on the practice track.

“Ryan’s times were very good, and he looked comfortable on the bike; like he’d never taken any time off,” said Team Manager Bill Keefe. “We are excited that he is up to speed and ready to race at Anaheim 3.”

Morais missed three races in the series, but finished on the podium every time he lined up at the starting gate. He’s looking forward to getting back on track at Anaheim and is feeling prepared for the race.Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

Arenacross Notebook: Youngstown Ohio

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AURORA, Ill. – Through five rounds and eight races of the 2010 AMA Arenacross Series season, Babbitt’s Monster Energy/Ti Lube Kawasaki’s Tyler Bowers has been the rider to beat in the premier AMA Arenacross class, posting six victories – including a five-race winning streak. This weekend, the series heads to Youngstown, Ohio and the Covelli Centre for the first time since 2008.

In recent years, Ohio has served as a hotbed for the sport of arenacross. In a state known as the birthplace of aviation pioneers, it is no wonder that so many high-flying riders in the AMA Arenacross Series hail from the Buckeye State. With hard winters and sparse riding opportunities during most of the year, dirt-bike riders in Ohio go indoors for competition and learn a heightened sense of bike control that translates into every discipline in motocross.

This season, five of the series’ top riders call Ohio home but many more possess Ohio roots. The Ohio army is led by reigning series champion Jeff Gibson, who hails from Thornville. A veteran motocross competitor for many years, Gibson joined the AMA Arenacross Series for the first time last season and he quickly acclimated himself to the intimate, technical competition, recalling the many indoor events he competed in when he was younger.

Another veteran rider who grew up in Ohio is Gibson’s Tuf Honda teammate Brock Sellards, from Sherrodsville. A perennial front-runner and championship candidate, Sellards is a name synonymous with the sport. His ability to make a late-season push is uncanny and now that the season is reaching its halfway point, eyes will be on Sellards as he prepares for his annual charge in the second half.

Another well-known face and past champion Josh Demuth may call Texas home these days, but his blood is in Ohio, born and raised in Dover. Demuth is one of the most successful riders in the history of the AMA Arenacross Series and a significant contributor to his success is that, like so many of his peers, he grew up competing indoors during the winter months, honing his craft on small, technical tracks.

Perhaps the biggest commonality between all three of these competitors is that each possessed the dream and the passion to become successful at the supercross level, competing for a number of years at the pinnacle of the sport but only achieving moderate success. Now, each rider is writing their own legacy in the discipline that kicked-off their careers, capturing numerous race wins and accolades along the way. For each rider, the AMA Arenacross Series has served as somewhat of a homecoming and each has found a place in the heart of the sport and a genuine appreciation for the high level of competition the series provides.

In addition to the veterans, the Ohio youth movement in the AMA Arenacross Series is led by the up-and-coming Spinechillers/Storm Lake Honda trio of Nathan Skaggs, of Chillicothe, Willy Browning, of Pleasantville, and Zach Ames, of Prospect. Each rider is a representative of not only the youth movement within Ohio, but the surge in the AMA Arenacross Series as well. Each rider holds the potential to be future stars in the sport with both Skaggs and Browning achieving early success while Ames is on the verge of breaking through into a consistent challenger.

The Covelli Centre is the state-of-the-art home of the USHL’s Youngstown Phantom’s and is a short drive from Pittsburgh. The arena opened in 2005 and has played host to several entertainment acts since, including the AMA Arenacross Series back in 2008.

The arena has an occupancy of 5,700 and is seen as the center point of the rejuvenation of the Youngstown area.

The first gates drop on the Youngstown Arenacross Friday, February 12 beginning at 7:30 p.m. followed by another night of action on Saturday the 13th at 7:30 p.m. The action concludes with Amateur Day on Sunday, beginning at 10 a.m.

Advance tickets are available for this weekend’s Youngstown Arenacross at the Covelli Centre Box Office, Ticketmaster charge by phone and ticketmaster.com. Tickets cost $2 more the day of the race.

Fans in attendance also can take part in the Track Party on Saturday from 5:00-6:00 p.m. for the chance to meet the riders and get autographs. Simply recycle any MONSTER ENERGY can at the gate entrance for FREE admission. Must have valid Saturday event ticket to enter.

Tickets for all rounds of the 2010 season can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com and www.arenacross.com.

For more information on the AMA Arenacross Series log on to www.arenacross.com.

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Feld Motor SportsSM and Angels Baseball Team-Up in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness

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Feld Motor SportsSM and Angels Baseball Team-Up in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Final Anaheim Race Goes PINK for a Cure

AURORA, Ill. (February 10, 2010) – As the 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season continues to roll with what is shaping up to be one of the most competitive seasons ever, Feld Motor SportsSM and Angels Baseball are teaming up for the final Anaheim race of the season this Saturday in support of finding a cure for breast cancer. The first-ever PINK supercross race will help fund the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure 60-mile walk. There will be a press conference tomorrow at Noon inside the Diamond Club inside Angel Stadium to discuss this inaugural event.

Cancer survivor Shasta Johnson and Team Shasta will join thousands of other dedicated women and men for the San Diego Breast Cancer 3-Day to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. The three-day, 60-mile walk benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure® requires months of physical and financial preparation, challenge and triumph. Participants commit to raising $2,300 in order to participate and follow a four to sixth month physical training program.

Monster Energy Supercross will undergo a PINK theme during its final race from Angel Stadium on Saturday as riders, teams will show their support by showcasing various elements of pink in what will be a truly unique event. Teams like Muscle Milk/Toyota/ JGR Yamaha, Hart and Huntington and MotoConcepts will stand out thanks to their support for the cause while several other riders and teams plan on getting into the spirit as well. Fans are also encouraged to join the fight and wear something pink to the Anaheim event.

In addition to the pink-accented ambiance throughout the pits and on the track, a special auction will be held, featuring a variety of items from some of Monster Energy Supercross’ biggest names and most prominent supporters. Gear, goggles, photos and exclusive items of memorabilia from names like Dungey, Short, Joe Gibbs Racing and Scott will be up for bid on Saturday, continuing to raise money and awareness for one of the most common diseases women are forced to battle.

Breast cancer will affect one in eight women in the U.S. and the disease knows no boundaries—be it age, gender, socio-economic status or, more broadly, the state of the economy. The sport of supercross and its fans recognize the need for charitable involvement and Saturday will be a showcase of the strength in the racing industry.

This Thursday, a special press conference on behalf of Feld Motor SportsSM and Angels Baseball will be held to show the commitment of each respective party in support of this special event. Additionally, various riders will be on hand to show their support..

Tickets are available at www.SupercrossOnline.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or 714-740-2000, the Angel Stadium box office, Ticketmaster outlets, www.ticketmaster.com, and participating Yamaha dealerships. Club Level tickets are $75; Diamond Club seats and Trackside Seats are $50; Extreme seats and Upper Deck seats are $35. All seats are $5 more on the day of the race. Practice and qualifying begin at 12:30 p.m. and racing begins at 7:00 p.m. Just recycle any empty Monster Energy can at the Pit Entrance for your free admission to the Pit Party with a valid Saturday event ticket from 12:30PM – 6:00PM. Pit Passes will also be available for purchase for $10 on the event day at the Angel Stadium box office.

A season-long subscription to the official webcast of Monster Energy Supercross, Supercross LIVE®, is available for $39.99: http://www.supercrossonline.com/supercrosslive. Supercross LIVE® is the only weekly live Monster Energy Supercross race call, and features long time voices of supercross, Jason Weigandt and Jim Holley.

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Monster Energy Supercross Notes Package Angel Stadium, Anaheim, Calif.

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Monster Energy Supercross Notes Package Angel Stadium, Anaheim, Calif. AMA Supercross Class Stats in Anaheim The first race was held December 4, 1976, and Marty Smith won on a Honda. This race marks the 53rd time the gate will drop for an AMA Supercross class race in Anaheim. Since 2001 Anaheim has hosted three races, and only once have three different riders won main events. In 2002, David Vuillemin, Mike LaRocco and Ricky Carmichael won main events in Anaheim Anaheim holds the record for most AMA Supercross class races In 2007 James Stewart won all three races in Anaheim, and in 2008 Chad Reed won all three races. In seven of nine years, the rider that has won two of the three races in Anaheim has gone on to wins the championship: James Stewart (’05, ’09); Chad Reed (’04, ’08); Ricky Carmichael (’03, ’05, ’06). In 2001 Jeremy McGrath won two of the three races in Anaheim but lost the title to Carmichael. AMA Supercross Class Wins by Brand in Anaheim Honda: 19 Yamaha: 18 Kawasaki: 7 Suzuki: 7 AMA Supercross Class First-Time Winners in Anaheim 1979: Kent Howerton 1982: Donnie Hansen 1983: David Bailey 1984: Johnny O'Mara 1990: Damon Bradshaw 1993: Jeremy McGrath 2003: Chad Reed 2009: Josh Grant AMA Supercross Class Recap from San Diego Davi Millsaps earned his third career AMA Supercross class win and is tied with Ryan Villopoto, Marty Smith and Larry Ward on the all-time AMA Supercross class win list. Millsaps gave Honda their first since Detroit in 2008 In only seven seasons of AMA Supercross class racing, there have been four different winners in the first five races. Since 1974, this is only the fifth time that Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, and Yamaha have all won AMA Supercross class races in the same season. Josh Hill earned his fourth consecutive podium, and third consecutive runner-up finish. Ivan Tedesco earned his first podium since St. Louis in 2007 when he finished third. . AMA Supercross Lites Class States in Anaheim The first race was held on February 2, 1985, and Mike Healy won on a Suzuki. This will be the 45th time the gate will drop for an AMA Supercross Lites race in Anaheim. Can Jake Weimer join Ernesto Fonseca (2001), Ivan Tedesco (2004) and Ryan Villopoto (2007) to sweep all three races in Anaheim? AMA Supercross Lites Class Wins by Brand in Anaheim Kawasaki: 21 Suzuki: 8 Honda: 6 Yamaha: 6 KTM: 3 AMA Supercross Lites Class Recap from San Diego Jake Weimer earned his fourth win of the season. Cole Seeley earned the first podium finish of his career with a second place. Wil Hahn earned his second podium finish of the season with a third place. AMA Supercross Laps Led Ryan Dungey 54 Davi Millsaps 18 Ryan Villopoto 10 James Stewart 8 Josh Hill 8 Nicholas Wey 2 AMA Supercross Lites Class Laps Led Jake Weimer 47 Trey Canard 15 Blake Wharton 12 Ryan Morais 1 SPIKE Holeshot Award (AMA Supercross Class) Ryan Dungey (Anaheim 1) Ryan Dungey (Phoenix) Austin Stroupe (Anaheim 2) Ryan Dungey (San Francisco) Nicholas Wey (San Diego) SPIKE Holeshot Award (AMA Supercross Lites Class) Jake Weimer (Anaheim 1) Josh Hansen (Phoenix) Josh Hansen (Anaheim 2) Cole Seely (San Francisco) Trey Canard (San Diego) MMI Top Tech Award Mike Gosselaar (Anaheim 1) Rene Zapata (Phoenix) Jason Snow (Anaheim 2) Brent Myron (San Francisco) Rich Simmons (San Diego) Asterisk Medic Card Antonio Balbi (Anaheim 1) Hunter Hewitt (Phoenix) Hugo Dagod (Anaheim 2) Robert Kiniry (San Francisco) Jake Canada (San Diego) AMA Supercross Class Results: San Diego 1. Davi Millsaps, Murrieta, Calif., Honda 2. Josh Hill, Yoncalla, Ore., Yamaha 3. Ivan Tedesco, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha 4. Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, Wash., Kawasaki 5. Justin Brayton, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha 6. Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, Minn., Suzuki 7. Tommy Hahn, Decatur, Texas, Suzuki 8. Grant Langston, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha 9. Nick Wey, Murrieta, Calif., Kawasaki 10. Kyle Chisholm, Valrico, Fla., Yamaha AMA Supercross Class Season Standings 1. Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, Minn., Suzuki, 105 2. Josh Hill, Yoncalla, Ore., Yamaha, 101 3. Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, Wash., Kawasaki, 95 4. Davi Millsaps, Murrieta, Calif., Honda, 82 5. Ivan Tedesco, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha, 77 6. Justin Brayton, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha, 72 7. Andrew Short, Smithville, Texas, Honda, 69 8. Kevin Windham, Centerville, Miss., Honda, 66 9. Tommy Hahn, Decatur, Texas, Suzuki, 56 10. James Stewart, Haines City, Fla., Yamaha, 51 Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites Class Results: San Diego 1. Jake Weimer, Rupert, Idaho, Kawasaki 2. Cole Seely, Newbury Park, Calif., Honda 3. Wil Hahn, Decatur, Texas, Honda 4. Max Anstie, Hemet, Calif., Yamaha 5. Broc Tickle, Holly, Mich., Yamaha 6. Trey Canard, Shawnee, Okla., Honda 7. Phil Nicoletti, Bethel, N.Y., KTM 8. P.J. Larsen, Murrieta, Calif., KTM 9. Blake Wharton, Pilot Point, Texas, Honda 10. Chris Gosselaar, Spring Valley Lake, Calif., Honda Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites Class Season Standings 1. Jake Weimer, Rupert, Idaho, Kawasaki, 122 2. Trey Canard, Shawnee, Okla., Honda, 96 3. Wil Hahn, Decatur, Texas, Honda, 94 4. Broc Tickle, Holly, Mich., Yamaha, 78 5. Cole Seely, Newbury Park, Calif., Honda, 76 6. Blake Wharton, Pilot Point, Texas, Honda, 71 7. Max Anstie, Hemet, Calif., Yamaha, 63 8. Josh Hansen, Elbert Colo., Kawasaki, 56 9. Jeff Alessi, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha, 45 10. Ryan Morais, Murrieta, Calif., Suzuki, 42 AMA Supercross Class Rider Finishes Davi Millsaps Anaheim 1: 9 Phoenix: 9 Anaheim 2: 8 San Francisco: 3 San Diego: 1 Joshua R Hill Anaheim 1: 6 Phoenix: 3 Anaheim 2: 2 San Francisco: 2 San Diego: 2 Ivan Tedesco Anaheim 1: 7 Phoenix: 4 Anaheim 2: 10 San Francisco: 7 San Diego: 3 Ryan D. Villopoto Anaheim 1: 5 Phoenix: 2 Anaheim 2: 7 San Francisco: 1 San Diego: 4 Justin D Brayton Anaheim 1: 8 Phoenix: 8 Anaheim 2: 6 San Francisco: 6 San Diego: 5 Ryan Dungey Anaheim 1: 2 Phoenix: 1 Anaheim 2: 1 San Francisco: 4 San Diego: 6 Thomas K Hahn Anaheim 1: 11 Phoenix: 10 Anaheim 2: 12 San Francisco: 9 San Diego: 7 Grant Langston Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: 18 Anaheim 2: 16 San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 8 Nicholas A Wey Anaheim 1: 12 Phoenix: 13 Anaheim 2: 13 San Francisco: 8 San Diego: 9 Kyle P Chisholm Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: 12 Anaheim 2: 11 San Francisco: 12 San Diego: 10 Chris Blose Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: 16 Anaheim 2: 15 San Francisco: 16 San Diego: 11 Fabien Izoird Anaheim1: 14 Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: 17 San Francisco: 15 San Diego: 12 Dan Reardon Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 13 Michael Byrne Anaheim 1: 16 Phoenix: 20 Anaheim 2: 9 San Francisco: 10 San Diego: 14 Bobby B Bonds Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 15 Kevin W. Windham Anaheim 1: 3 Phoenix: 6 Anaheim 2: 5 San Francisco: 11 San Diego: 16 Cyrille Coulon Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: 17 Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: 14 San Diego: 17 Jason W Thomas Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: 14 Anaheim 2: 14 San Francisco: 13 San Diego: 18 Kyle D Partridge Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: 20 San Diego: 19 Andrew T Short Anaheim 1: 4 Phoenix: 5 Anaheim 2: 4 San Francisco: 5 San Diego: 20 Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites Class Rider Finishes Jake T. Weimer Anaheim 1: 1 Phoenix: 1 Anaheim 2: 1 San Francisco: 2 San Diego: 1 Cole Seely Anaheim 1: 14 Phoenix: 6 Anaheim 2: 5 San Francisco: 5 San Diego: 2 Wil A Hahn Anaheim 1: 5 Phoenix: 4 Anaheim 2: 2 San Francisco: 4 San Diego: 3 Max Anstie Anaheim 1: 9 Phoenix: 15 Anaheim 2: 7 San Francisco: 8 San Diego: 4 Broc Tickle Anaheim 1: 6 Phoenix: 5 Anaheim 2: 10 San Francisco: 3 San Diego: 5 Trey Canard Anaheim 1: 2 Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: 3 San Francisco: 1 San Diego: 6 Phillip J Nicoletti Anaheim 1: 16 Phoenix: 10 Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: 10 San Diego: 7 PJ Larsen Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 8 Blake Wharton Anaheim 1: 4 Phoenix: 3 Anaheim 2: 8 San Francisco: 13 San Diego: 9 Christopher Gosselaar Anaheim 1: 17 Phoenix: 18 Anaheim 2: 16 San Francisco: 18 San Diego: 10 Joshua Hansen Anaheim 1: 8 Phoenix: 20 Anaheim 2: 4 San Francisco: 7 San Diego: 11 Hunter Hewitt Anaheim 1: 11 Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: 17 San Francisco: 17 San Diego: 12 Robert S Kiniry Anaheim 1: 13 Phoenix: 9 Anaheim 2: 11 San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 13 Antonio Balbi Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: 13 San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 14 Eric J Mccrummen Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: 11 San Diego: 15 Jeff Alessi Anaheim 1: 10 Phoenix: 13 Anaheim 2: 12 San Francisco: 9 San Diego: 16 Michael R Horban Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 17 Hugo Dagod Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: N/A San Diego: 18 Travis A Baker Anaheim 1: 20 Phoenix: 11 Anaheim 2: 9 San Francisco: 6 San Diego: 19 Joshua M Clark Anaheim 1: N/A Phoenix: N/A Anaheim 2: N/A San Francisco: 19 San Diego: 20 Please note, although no boardcode and smiley buttons are shown, they are still useable

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SPIKE TV SEES SUCCESS IN STRATEGIC MARKETING PARTNERSHIP WITH MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

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SPIKE TV SEES SUCCESS IN STRATEGIC MARKETING PARTNERSHIP WITH MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

AURORA, Ill. (February 9, 2010) – Spike TV has begun to reap benefits from its multi-faceted, distinctive marketing partnership with Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship. The multi-year deal that began this January enables Spike to strategically target the male 18-34 demographic, which constitutes the core of the network’s audience.
Even though the partnership just launched, Spike has already seen solid results from its partnership with Monster Energy Supercross.
o Spike’s new original series, “Blue Mountain State,” was heavily promoted in the first two supercross events of 2010. Aided by that marketing push, the series premiere drew 105% more men 18-49 than in the same timeslot a year ago.
o Spike’s Facebook® “friend list” has increased steadily in January to over 68,000 with the help of the marketing efforts at supercross events.
o Spike has used its presence at Supercross to help develop its databases through email capture and driving sign up to SMS alerts for fans of the network.
“By immersing Spike brand messaging in supercross, we are able to speak to our audience who craves high-action entertainment,” said Todd Ames, Vice President, Consumer Marketing, Spike TV.
“Feld Motor Sports is proud to welcome Spike TV into our family of sponsors of Monster Energy Supercross”, said Charlie Mancuso, President of Feld Motor Sports, “This is a ground breaking marketing partnership and we look forward to working with Spike TV in the months and years to come.”
SPIKE’s Monster Energy Supercross marketing package includes the following:
Event Signage:
o Spike becomes the name-in-title sponsor for “Holeshot,” a highly visible track feature highlighted in each main event race of the evening. The Spike “Holeshot” will be strategically placed at the first turn on the race course.
o Spike receives a variety of branded trackside banners, branded pit banners, and signage on the awards podium. Spike “Holeshot” winners will also receive a Spike-branded check that will be awarded during the podium presentations. There are 15 events held in venues all across the country and one international event with an estimated attendance between 750,000-1 million spectators.
Television:
o Spike will receive multiple commercial spots during CBS and SPEED Channel’s nationally televised broadcasts. CBS is scheduled to telecast nine events and SPEED will air 16 events this year.
Digital:
o Exclusive content for the Spike.com webpage with the riders of Monster Energy Supercross.
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US Supercross Lites West Series: 5th round San Diego, CA

Courtesy of KTM USA

US Supercross Lites West Series: 5th round San Diego, CA

The fifth round of the AMA Supercross West Lites Series marked the first round for FMF/KTM rider PJ Larsen after earning a replacement ride on the Factory KTM Team just days prior to the race. Larsen's eventual 8th place finish at Qualcomm Stadium satisfied his new team and presents a mark to improve from going into the next week's race.

With only a few days to prepare for the Supercross round, (Larsen has been focusing on motocross for his ride with the JDR Motorsports/Moterex/KTM Team in Australia) Larsen came to San Diego excited for his new challenge and ready to place his KTM bike in the top of the pack. "Despite the fact that I didn't have much time to practice for Supercross, I felt confident going into this round," remarked Larsen. "My KTM motor and suspension are great, and when you have confidence in your bike, everything else comes naturally."

The early morning rain storm caused the track officials to delay practice until 5:30pm that evening, allowing only one timed practice session for each group. Larsen was in the first practice group and put in a good run earning the fastest lap time in his practice session and the tenth fastest qualifying lap time overall. After practice, he and fellow KTM rider, Phil Nicoletti, began to prep for heat #1.  

When the gate dropped for the first Lites heat, Nicoletti got off to a great start putting his St. Lawrence Radiology/Alessi Racing/KTM in 2nd position around the first turn. Larsen didn't have as great of a jump and came around mid-pack. Halfway around the first lap Nicoletti was able to pass the current leader, Max Anstie, to take over 1st place. Meanwhile, Larsen had started his climb through the pack and sat in 5th as they crossed over the finish line on lap number one. Nicoletti continued to hold the front position for the next three laps, successfully holding off a hard charging Wil Hahn, followed by Max Anstie, Travis Baker and PJ Larsen. On the fourth lap, in an aggressive pass, Hahn snatched the lead from Nicoletti. With two laps to go, Nicoletti remained close and finished 2nd in the heat, Larsen crossed the line in 6th overall.

In the Last Chance Qualifier, the KTM Factory Service/One Industry rider Sean Borkenhagen, KTM privateer rider Hugo Dagod and Jake Canada battled for the final qualifying position in the quick four lap sprint. On the last lap and final turn, Dagod came on strong and put a block pass on Canada for the final transfer position.

With the rain still holding off, the main event was set to start right on schedule. The riders lined the gate ready to put in a solid fifteen laps. As the riders rounded the first turn, Nicoletti squeezed his KTM up into a top five position with Larsen a few spots back around 9th. With one lap down, Nicoletti held 4th position with Larsen back in 9th. On lap two, Nicoletti slipped to 5th position when Cole Seely was able to get by while Larsen moved up one spot passing Antonio Balbi for 8th. The two riders remained consistent and held their positions for the majority of the race. Larsen climbed as high as 7th position and held that place from lap 4 to lap 13 until he was passed by Trey Canard with two laps to go. Larsen eventually crossed the finish line in 8th place with Nicoletti a few seconds ahead in 7th.

"Overall I am happy with my result tonight," remarked Larsen. "I tightened up around lap ten because I haven't been riding Supercross lately. But I feel good. I am happy with a top ten finish in my first race this season and I hope to improve upon that finish at Anaheim 3 next week."

Larsen will race the Anaheim 3 Supercross for the FMF/KTM Team at Anaheim 3 and hopes to be joined by Tommy Searle who has been on the sidelines since Anaheim 2, recovering from a shoulder injury.

Results

POS.	RIDER	MANUFACT.	NAT.
1	12 Jake Weimer	Kawasaki
2	200 Cole Seely	Honda
3	49 Wil Hahn	Honda
4	48 Max Anstie	Yamaha
5	20 Broc Tickle	Yamaha
6	38 Trey Canard	Honda
7	175 Phillip Nicoletti	KTM
8	44 PJ Larsen	KTM
9	21 Blake Wharton	Honda
10	102 Christopher Gosselaar	Honda

Standings

POS.	RIDER	MANUFACT.	NAT.	POINTS
1	12 Jake Weimer	Kawasaki		122
2	38 Trey Canard	Honda		96
3	49 Wil Hahn	Honda		94
4	20 Broc Tickle	Yamaha		78
5	200 Cole Seely	Honda		76
15	19 Tommy Searle	KTM		27

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Ryan Dungey's Blog

Courtesy of Suzuki

Team Suzuki Press Office - February 4.


So far, the 2010 season on the Rockstar Makita Suzuki team has been really great. I put in a lot of hard work in the off-season, but the start of the AMA Supercross has been better than I could’ve imagined.

Roger DeCoster always tells me the only thing that matters is the last race, so I’m really focusing on keeping healthy and racing smart. I’m just going to try to carry the momentum and remember it’s one race at a time, and also to have fun, enjoy it, and let the rest come. The season is a long one, 17 races, and there’s a lot of racing left to do.

Winning the first race of my 450 career in Phoenix, Arizona, was great and following up that win with another one in Anaheim 2 was like icing on the cake. The setup on my Suzuki RM-Z450 is really good, and all the guys on the team are really working hard to make sure it’s in great shape.

The fuel injection on the bike is really good, and right off the starts I have instant power. There’s no bog, and it just launches out of the gate. No one knows how the rest of the season is going to go, but I hope that I can continue to do well and put the team and the bike on the podium.

Before I sign off, I want to thank my fans, my sponsors, and my family for supporting me. I couldn’t do this without help from a lot of great people, so thanks!

 

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Lucas OIls Joins Arenacross Series

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports


AURORA, Ill. – As a world leader in problem solving additives and hi-performance lubricants, Lucas Oil is no stranger to the world of motorsports. As a premier sponsor in a wide range of different racing properties from stock cars to drag boats as well as various motorsports teams, Lucas Oil continues to broaden its exposure and support the industry by lending its well-respected name to the AMA Arenacross Series.

Since the prequel race in Des Moines in November 2009, Lucas Oil has been the “Official Oil of the AMA Arenacross Series.” Already a title sponsor of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, as well as an integral supporter of the AMA Endurocross Series, Lucas is a prominent fixture in the dirt-bike racing world. By coming on board to the AMA Arenacross Series, Lucas Oil further strengthens the series’ reputation as the nation’s premier indoor dirt-bike racing series.

“Feld Motor Sports produces high caliber, arena-based events and the brand marketing power reaches millions of fans every year,” said Lucas Oil Executive Vice President & General Counsel Bob Patison. “By partnering up with Feld Motor Sports as the ‘Official Oil of AMA Arenacross’ this new opportunity positions Lucas Oil to capitalize on our existing industry influence and solidify our presence as the leading high performance lubricant. The racers and mechanics know about the benefits of using Lucas Oil Products, now the fans will know this too."

“We are thrilled to be working with Lucas Oil on the AMA Arenacross Series”, said Charlie Mancuso, President of Feld Motor Sports, “Lucas Oil is a premier brand in the world of motor sports and we look forward to working with them for many years to come.”

The AMA Arenacross Series is currently in the midst of its 27th year of competition and for over two decades the series has provided hundreds of thousands of fans with some of the most memorable bar-banging action on the planet. Some of the industry’s most notable names like Travis Pastrana, Justin Brayton, Branden Jesseman, Damon Bradshaw, John Dowd, Robbie Reynard and Brock Sellards have raced in the AMA Arenacross Series throughout its history and thanks to Lucas Oil that illustrious history will continue for years to come.

Tickets for all rounds of the 2010 season can be purchased at www.arenacross.com and www.ticketmaster.com.

For more information on the AMA Arenacross Series log on to www.arenacross.com.
For more information on Lucas Oil Products log on to www.lucasoil.com

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®, SuperBull?, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Nuclear Cowboyz?, Gravity Slashers?, 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.
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DUNGEY STILL LEADS AFTER SAN FRANCISCO CRASH

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DUNGEY STILL LEADS AFTER SAN FRANCISCO CRASH
Team Suzuki Press Office - January 31.

Rocktar Makita Suzuki's Ryan Dungey crashed as he led Saturday night's AMA/ FIM Supercross Championship fourth round in San Francisco, but remounted to take fourth place and keep his series lead intact.

With a shortened practice schedule due to rain that fell in San Francisco in the days leading up to the race, riders were given a total of 15 minutes of practice before the heat races. After timed practice, Dungey was in the second spot with a time of 53.337. During Heat 1, he was second for most of the eight laps, but he clipped a Tuff Block in the final laps and finished sixth.

As the gate dropped for the Main Event, Dungey came out with the holeshot. At his best, he had more than a nine-second lead on the field about half way through the race. The rhythm section he had troubles with during the heat race proved to be his nemesis and Dungey's boot caught in a rut, resulting in the racer separating from his bike. With the gap he had given himself with great line choice, Dungey was able to get back on his bike in second place. The 20-year-old rookie from Minnesota crossed the finish line in fourth spot after struggling with a bent clutch lever and a bent front brake rotor, which left him essentially without a front brake for the rest of the race.

"After practice, I felt good," Dungey said. "I think we made some good changes to the bike. I felt confident in the heat race, but I had a little tip over, so I tried to regroup. I came out and got a great holeshot in the Main and then I caught my foot and threw it away. I salvaged it for fourth, which is not too bad. I'm thankful that I'm alright and healthy." His fourth-place finish in San Francisco was enough to keep him 12 points ahead of second place.

Team Manager Roger DeCoster was feeling confident going into the race, and afterwards was happy that his racer was uninjured. "It could've been a lot worse," DeCoster said. "We're leaving here still with the points lead; we gave up a few points, but considering after his crash he had no front brake and no clutch and he still came out in fourth place, that's still pretty good. I'm sure he's going to be sore, but there's no serious injury. The bike was working well, so this week we probably have more to do with a chiropractor than a mechanic."

Austin Stroupe, Dungey's Rockstar Makita Suzuki team mate, who is filling in on the RM-Z450 in the Supercross class for Matt Moss, missed the race due to illness. He is expected to return to action in San Diego.

Main Event Results:

1. Ryan Villopoto (Kawasaki)
2. Josh Hill (Yamaha)
3. Davi Millsaps (Honda)
4. Ryan Dungey (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)
5. Andrew Short (Honda)
6. Justin Brayton (Yamaha)
7. Ivan Tedesco (Yamaha)
8. Nick Wey (Kawasaki)
9. Tommy Hahn (Suzuki)
10. Michael Byrne (Yamaha)

Championship points: http://www.suzuki-racing.com
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James Stewart Has Wrist Surgery

Courtesy of San Manuel Yamaha

AMA SUPERCROSS CHAMPION JAMES STEWART
UNDERWENT SURGERY TODAY, FRIDAY, JANUARY 29TH, 2010

LOS ANGELES, CA – Team San Manuel Yamaha’s James Stewart underwent surgery this afternoon, to repair a broken scaphoid in his right wrist.  Following Round 3 of the 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, in Anaheim, CA, Stewart continued to experience severe pain in the wrist.  Although previous x-rays had not indicated there was a break, an MRI performed yesterday and reviewed by medical experts today, revealed the bone was broken.  Surgery was performed immediately by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Arthur Ting, of Fremont, CA and was completed without incidence.

As a result of the surgery, Stewart will not be competing in San Francisco this weekend.  His return to the race track will depend on how quickly he is able to recover post-surgery and will be evaluated and determined on a weekly basis.  “James is a true champion.  The fact that he rode as competitively as he did making the podium at Anaheim 2 with a broken wrist (unknowingly) is testimony to that.  He’s anxious to heal and get back on the race track as soon as possible,” said Larry Brooks, Team Manager.

About Team San Manuel
Team San Manuel is a unique partnership between the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and L&M Racing, LLC, with the sole purpose of reaching out to Native and non-Native communities and sharing with them the value of perseverance and dedication.  Building a winning team comprised of top-notch talent and community service, Team San Manuel honors the Serrano belief of caring for our community. (www.sanmanuelracing.com)

About L & M Racing
L&M Racing was formed in 2006 by Owner/Team Manager Larry Brooks and partner Mike Kranyak.  Operating as Team San Manuel Yamaha, this illustrious team has garnered 2 Supercross Championship titles in just three professional race seasons. For the 2010 race season, 2009 Supercross Champion James Stewart anchors Team San Manuel as he vehemently defends his title and is joined by 2008 Supercross Rookie of the Year Josh Hill.  In 2009, Team San Manuel’s James Stewart won his second Supercross Championship, his first coming in 2007, and second for L&M Racing’s independent effort.  Rookie Kyle Chisholm rounded out Team San Manuel’s 2009 team.  In 2008 team, Team San Manuel Yamaha, consisted of 2004 Supercross Champion Chad Reed and former West Coast Lites Champion Nathan Ramsey -- the newly-formed endeavor garnered its first championship title that season.  Led by Larry Brooks, the driving force behind the Jeremy McGrath / Chaparral Racing team's three-year championship reign in Supercross, Brooks' then race effort yielded the first and only indie team to ever win an AMA Supercross Series Championship.  L&M Racing is headquartered within an 8,000 square foot, state-of-the-art race facility in Southern California and is one of the most successful independently owned and operated teams in professional Supercross racing today.Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

GEICO Powersports and Monster Energy step up as primary sponsors of MiniMotoSX!

Courtesy of  Source Interlink Media Motorsports

GEICO Powersports and Monster Energy step up as primary sponsors of MiniMotoSX!

More than 600 racers from 12 countries and yet another sellout at the ’09 Orleans Arena MMSX has all signs pointing at another hugely successful event for 2010!

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 28, 2010) – MiniMotoSX welcomes two loyal sponsors back to the World’s biggest mini bike race™ as MX industry titans GEICO Powersports and Monster Energy have stepped up as the title and presenting sponsors, respectively, of the 2010 GEICO MiniMotoSX, presented by Monster Energy,  set for  Friday, May 7^th at Las Vegas’ Orleans Arena.

“The level at which both GEICO Powersports and Monster Energy came on board with MiniMotoSX this year is a direct testament to how big this event’s become, as well as the staying power of mini bike racing in the motocross industry,” said Lance Bryson, Director of Sales & Marketing for GEICO EnduroCross. “MiniMotoSX looks forward to partnering on various promotions with GEICO Powersports and Monster Energy in the coming months, culminating with MiniMotoSX kicking off the weekend’s festivities at the final round of Monster Energy Supercross.”

New for 2010 will be the MMSX World Final race intended to crown the fastest mini bike racer on the planet. The top three Youth and Expert 10” and 12” riders will be joined by the top ten international racers for one insane main event with $5,000 in podium prize money at stake for the Experts!

“The new World Final will be the war to settle the score as to a year’s worth of bragging rights to the coveted King of MMSX,” said Source Interlink Media’s Mike Karsting. “United States’ best versus the top international riders. You couldn’t ask for a more thrilling gate to cap off the night’s show!”

Also, for the first time ever, MMSX at the Orleans will feature electric bikes competing head-to-head with the combustion bikes in the 16” class. After years of being an exhibition class, electric bikes will finally get the chance to see if they can hold it down against the gasoline-powered bikes. Will they be able to keep up? Could they dominate? Are they gonna get waxed? You’ll have to be in Vegas on May 7^th to find out!

NOTE: The event track map is posted on www.minimotosx.com

The annual GEICO MiniMotoSX is the largest indoor motorsports competition of its kind. With more than 600 registered riders in 2009 the event literally allows for mini bike enthusiasts to become part of the show. As one racer put it: “At GEICO MiniMotoSX you don’t just show up and watch racing in Vegas – you boot up and get on the track yourself to race in front of a packed house at the Orleans.” Featuring numerous classes at all age and ability levels, GEICO MiniMotoSX delivers an unforgettable day of racing action for both fans and racers alike, along with an affordable ‘Vegas experience’ given the hotel and ticket package at the Orleans Hotel and Arena. Registration for the event is open right now on www.minimotosx.com

Tickets On-Sale NOW at the Orleans Arena, 888-234-2334; or online at www.OrleansArena.com

For rules and race information visit www.EnduroCross.com or email endurocross@sourceinterlink.com. 

For TV airing dates/times visit www.motorsportshour.com

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful AMA GEICO MiniMotoSX,  the AMA GEICO EnduroCross Championship Series and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, DVD packages, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com.

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Nick Wey Joins Monster Energy Kawasaki

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Irvine, Calif. - Monster Energy Kawasaki has named Nick Wey as an interim rider while Chad Reed recovers from a broken hand. Wey comes to Kawasaki's factory effort after racing the first three events aboard a privateer Kawasaki KX 450F.

"Nick is a really good fit for the team," said Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Manager Mike Fisher. "He has been riding with Ryan during the week and he is already familiar with the bike. Nick is a good rider. I'm glad we were able to work with his current team to get him on our Monster Energy Kawasaki team."

Wey, who is originally from Michigan, has scored four supercross class podiums and previously rode for the Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team in from 1998-2000.

"This is a great opportunity for me," said Wey. "I want to thank everyone at my team for letting me ride for the Monster Energy Kawasaki team while Chad gets better. I'm going to get some testing in this week and I'll be ready for San Francisco."

Wey will join the team beginning at AT&T Park in San Francisco for the fourth round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM Championship.
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ROCKSTAR MAKITA SUZUKI PRIMED FOR SAN FRANCISCO

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ROCKSTAR MAKITA SUZUKI PRIMED FOR SAN FRANCISCO



Team Suzuki Press Office - January 28.

After Ryan Dungey's storybook start to the season, Rockstar Makita Suzuki is preparing to take to the track in San Francisco this weekend for the fourth round of the AMA/ FIM Supercross Championship.

So far, Rockstar Makita Suzuki has taken home the winner's trophy at two out of three races and Dungey hasn't finished lower than second all season.

Team Manager Roger DeCoster is pleased with the way the season has started. "I knew Ryan was a podium guy," DeCoster said. "I was confident in him and he's doing even better than just getting on the podium. He's the most consistent racer out there and he's winning." With the help of DeCoster and the rest of the team, Dungey has led 43 out of 60 laps in 2010.

Despite the great start to the season, the team is focused. "The team needs to keep its feet on the ground and do one race at a time," DeCoster said. "We're doing well but the championship is a long way off. We cannot get carried away and think this is it."

Dungey showed a lot of patience on the track for Anaheim 2 and he was very calculating in his race approach. Starting in about fifth place, Dungey methodically moved his way up until he took over the lead on lap 14. "When you have the guys ahead of you, it's important to not get over your head," Dungey said. "It was still early in the race and anything could happen; I didn't want to throw it away but at the same time I wanted to make those passes." Dungey finished the race with more than three seconds on the next competitor.

"This week, I'm going to work on some stuff that we need to work on, that we could be better in," Dungey said. "We're just going try to carry the momentum and remember it's one race at a time and also to have fun, enjoy it, and let the rest come." With 72 accumulated points, Dungey is currently the leader in the Supercross class.

The Suzuki RM-Z450 that both Dungey and his team mate Austin Stroupe pilot in the Supercross class is also a winner this year. The 2010 fuel-injected 450 nabbed the holeshot in every Main Event so far and it has gotten the holeshot in five out of six heat races. There is no doubt the RM-Z has plenty of power straight off the gate and the racers are using it to its full potential.

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AMA MX Annual NPG Summit

Courtesy of MX Sports


The 12 race organizers that host races in the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship will all gather this weekend in San Francisco, Calif., for the annual National Promoters Group (NPG) summit. The meeting will take place in conjunction with the fourth round of the 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series this Saturday evening, January 30.

The promoters will meet with series organizer MX Sports Pro Racing and their partners from Alli Sports, as well as Next Level Sports, AMA race officials, series sponsors and several athletes to discuss strategic planning for this summer's tour. In addition, promoters will compare ideas and suggestions on how to ensure the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series continues to be the world-leading motocross championship.

"All of the AMA Motocross promoters and their families are looking forward to enjoying a great weekend of Monster Energy AMA Supercross in San Francisco," said Davey Coombs, MX Sports Vice President. "It's been a fantastic series so far and I think all of our promoters can learn from the excellent show that Feld Motor Sports puts on for their fans every Saturday night. We really appreciate Feld's hospitality and the fact that they will be hosting our group for their event."

The NPG was founded in 1997 as a way for the various AMA Motocross promoters to work together in order to produce a cohesive, consistent outdoor motocross championship. Beginning with the 2009 season, MX Sports Pro Racing has taken over the commercial and marketing rights for the historic series, but the NPG continues to play a vital role in ensuring the series continues to prosper.

The 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship begins on May 22 with the Hangtown Classic, just outside of Sacramento, Calif. For fan and racing information on the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, log onto www.allisports.com.

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FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS GOES NUCLEAR!

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FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS GOES NUCLEAR!

Unprecedented NUCLEAR COWBOYZ℠ Show Roars Into

IZOD Center February 26-27

Featuring New Jersey’s Own Ronnie Faisst!

AURORA, Ill. (January 20, 2010) – Feld Motor Sports℠ announced today that tickets for Nuclear Cowboyz℠, featuring the world’s top freestyle motocross riders in a never-before-seen action packed, record-breaking theatrical freestyle motocross production, are now on sale for the debut engagement at IZOD Center.  Performances are Friday, February 26 at 7:30 PM and Saturday, February 27 at 7:30 PM

The Nuclear Cowboyz tour has assembled the world’s greatest cast of freestyle motocross riders, including Adam Jones, Mike Mason, Nate Adams, Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg, Ronnie Faisst, Todd Potter, Beau Bamburg, Jim McNeil, Dustin Miller, Matt Buyten, Brian Foster, Jimmie McGuire, Jimmy Fitzpatrick, Taka Higashino and Derek Garland. These legends of freestyle motocross will synchronize awe-inspiring tricks while attempting to break world records in a heart pounding two-hour scripted performance.

Fans will be blown-away by this new freestyle motocross performance format which includes a special appearance by Derek Guetter presenting an extraordinary back-flipping quad, the exclusive Nuclear Cowgirlz™ dancers, the latest pyrotechnics and pulsating hard rock music, exotic acrobatic fire presentations, sky-high stilt walkers, astonishing fire-breathers and the famed “Grindergirl.”

IZOD CENTER:

Friday, February 26 at 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 27 at 7:30 PM

A wide range of ticket options are offered.  “Power Plant” tickets (which include full cast post-show meet & greet autograph session, official tour t-shirt and poster) are $150.00.  Additional prices are $75.00, $60.00, $45.00 and $25.00.  Facility fee and taxes may apply.

Tickets are available at the IZOD Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations or by phone at 800-745-3000.  To learn more about this sensational new production, log onto NuclearCowboyz.com.

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Interviews and media opportunities, as well as photos and b-roll, are available upon request.

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.

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