Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki Riders Get 2013 AMA Pro Motocross Season Underway at Hangtown Classic

CORONA, CA – May 20, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Mitch Payton’s talented seven rider lineup embarked on their quest for a 2013 AMA Pro Motocross Championship last weekend at the season-opening Hangtown Motocross Classic. With sunny skies, balmy temperatures, and the largest Hangtown crowd in history watching on, Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s four 250 Class riders and pair of 450 Class competitors set the tone for a promising summer by showcasing their speed and impressive aggression.

Baggett Starts Title Defense on the Podium
Reigning 250 Class Champion Blake Baggett has not lined up on a starting gate since the opening round of Monster Energy Supercross in January. The time away from competition not only allowed Baggett to recover from a wrist injury, but also ensure he was at his best for the challenging summer season.

Baggett picked up the 2013 season where he left off in 2012 by cementing himself at the front of the field and challenging for the overall win. While he ultimately missed out on duplicating his victorious effort at Hangtown from a year ago, Baggett was still in the mix during each moto, posting 3-2 finishes to land second overall.

“Obviously I wanted to win and start this season off right, but it’s hard to complain about a podium finish with so many good riders out there,” said Baggett. “ We’ll learn from this weekend and come out event stronger next weekend.”

Hill Captures Hard-Fought Top 10 in Debut
Justin Hill’s AMA Pro Motocross debut wasn’t as easy as the rookie might have liked, but despite some adversity thrown his way, Hill refused to give up and was rewarded with a top-10 finish.

After some misfortune on the opening lap of the first moto, Hill crossed the line in 31st and instantly began his climb through the field, passing 18 riders en route to a 13th-place finish. In Moto 2, Hill’s fortunes improved with a mid-pack start, but he still climbed from 16th to ninth to secure 10th overall.

“It was kind of a wild day for me, but my KX250F was just so strong that I didn’t realize how many riders I actually passed,” said Hill. “It was great to get two solid motos under my belt and know what it’s going to take to get the job done this season. I’m pumped with how things started.”

Davalos and Durham Plagued with Misfortune 
Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s most experienced 250 Class riders – Martin Davalos and Darryn Durham – had hopes for a strong start to their first full seasons with Mitch Payton’s squad, but both veterans were stuck with misfortune that hurt their position on the overall results.

Davalos was hit with adversity in the opening moto, when he crashed on the third lap while battling for a spot inside the top 10. Davalos was unable to finish the moto, but returned to action in Moto 2, bouncing back to finish 12th and salvage 17th overall.

“It wasn’t the day we wanted, but considered what happened in the first moto I’m just happy to come out of here healthy,” said Davalos. “The bike was good and the speed is there, I just need to do some work heading into the next weekend.”

Durham set the tone for a good day with an impressive ride in Moto 1, battling at the front half of the field the entire race and beginning the afternoon with a sixth-place result. In Moto 2, Durham put himself up front again, but was hit with bad luck after contact with another rider resulted in a crash on Lap 3 that took Durham out of contention. Unable to finish the moto, he settled for 14th overall.

“Everything was going great and then it just ended so abruptly,” said Durham. “I’m definitely bummed and I’m a little banged up, but I’m pumped with how well we were able to race. I know I have the speed to run up front, so I just need to stay out of trouble and hopefully things will work out.”

Rattray Leads the Way for the Team in the 450 Class
After a stellar debut season in the 450 Class last season, Mitch Payton added a second bike to his stable for 2013 with Tyla Rattray and Dean Wilson.

Rattray led the way for the effort at Hangtown with a consistent day that resulted with a top-10 finish. The former world champion and veteran rider knew coming into the season that consistency would be the key in the highly talented 450 Class and he was just that at the opening round, posting a pair of ninth-place moto results to finish ninth overall.

“There’s a lot of guys who know how to get the job done out there, so I just wanted to find my place and set a good tone for the season,” said Rattray. “I definitely want to be up front with the big names, but it’s a long season and it was good to get a solid foundation. We’ll just look to make improvements from here.”

Wilson Shows Promise in 450 Class Debut
As a former 250 Class Champion, Dean Wilson knows what it takes to succeed in AMA Pro Motocross, but his move into the 450 Class presents a new level of challenges for the rising star. At Hangtown, Wilson learned what it takes to run up front after battling around the top five for most of the first moto. A late stall hurt his finish, but he proved the speed is there.

In Moto 2, Wilson needed to show his ability to come through the field and was able to overcome an incident on the opening lap to climb from 32nd to 14th, passing 18 riders in one of the most talented fields in history. Despite not racing since March, Wilson showed promising speed and resiliency en route to 14th overall.

“This isn’t the way I wanted things to start, but all we can do is learn from it,” said Wilson. “I was able to learn a lot in both motos and if I keep working on my fitness for these tough motos I expect to be a top five guy.”

Missing from Action
Adam Cianciarulo was eagerly awaiting his pro debut at Hangtown, but the decorated amateur rider was forced to watch the race from the sidelines after an illness prevented him from competing. Cianciarulo will continue his recovery in hopes of getting on the track next weekend in Colorado for the second round of the championship.

Photos courtesy Steve Cox

RESULTS >>

Round 1: Hangtown Motocross Classic – 250 Class (Moto Results)

1. Ken Roczen (1-1)
2. Blake Baggett (3-2)
3. Eli Tomac (2-3)
…
10. Justin Hill (13-9)
14. Darryn Durham (6-36)
17. Martin Davalos (38-12)
…
Adam Cianciarulo DNR

Round 1: Hangtown Motocross Classic – 450 Class (Moto Results)

1. Ryan Villopoto (1-1)
2. Ryan Dungey (2-2)
3. James Stewart (3-3)
…
9. Tyla Rattray (9-9)
14. Dean Wilson (17-14)

CHAMPIONSHIP POINT STANDINGS >>
250 Class

1. Ken Roczen – 50 points
2. Blake Baggett – 42 points
3. Eli Tomac – 42 points
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10. Justin Hill – 20 points
14. Darryn Durham – 15 points
17. Martin Davalos – 9 points

450 Class

1. Ryan Villopoto – 50 points
2. Ryan Dungey – 44 points
3. James Stewart – 40 points
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9. Tyla Rattray – 24 points
14. Dean Wilson – 11 points

Looking Ahead >> Thunder Valley
The 2013 AMA Pro Motocross Championship heads to the Rocky Mountains next weekend with the annual Thunder Valley National in Lakewood, Colo. The second round of the championship will celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with one of the most unique and picturesque tracks on the planet.

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Telecast and Online Streaming Schedule Revealed for the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

NBC to Feature Three Live Broadcasts Plus 12 Telecasts on NBC Sports Network and 12 Telecasts on FUEL TV

MORGANTOWN, WV – May 14, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports, a division of NBC Sports Group, have announced the telecast schedule for the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. Featuring a total of 63 hours of competition from the Nationals, NBC, NBC Sports Network and FUEL TV will combine to showcase live coverage from all 12 rounds of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship this season. In addition, more Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship races will be live streamed than ever before. Coverage begins on Saturday, May 18, at 4 p.m. ET on FUEL TV with the Red Bull Hangtown Motocross Classic in Sacramento, Calif.

In addition to its coverage of each round of the 2013 Nationals, NBC Sports Network will present exclusive programming beyond the motos, including weekly highlight shows following each round, a mid-season recap and a post-season review of both the 250 and 450 Class. NBC will also present live coverage of three rounds, including the Red Bull Budds Creek National, Red Bull RedBud National and the Red Bull Spring Creek National.”We are excited for the upcoming season of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship and our partnership with MX Sports,” said Eric Grilly, President of Alli Sports. “This year’s distribution platform continues to bring motocross to consumers across multiple channels, building on past success with increasing support from Alli and the NBC Sports Group.”

Becoming an integral partner of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship in 2011, FUEL TV will once again return to the Nationals this season. For 2013, FUEL TV brings live coverage of all 12 rounds, bringing eight rounds of Moto 1 coverage and four rounds of Moto 2 coverage to motocross enthusiasts unable to make it to the Nationals in person.

“We are very proud of the broadcast and digital package we’ve put together for this season, both for the television audience and online viewers,” said MX Sports Pro Racing President Davey Coombs. “Motocross is not an easy sport to broadcast, given the duration of each event and the fact that each championship division races two motos, so we are fortunate that we have the ability to spread the programming in order to have comprehensive coverage of every moto from all 12 rounds.  And with our ability to also show all of the races simultaneously online, our fans have more options than ever before to watch Lucas Oil Pro Motocross.”

DIGITAL
In addition to television coverage, Alli Sports will feature a redesigned website and more than 60 hours of online coverage. All races that air on NBC and NBC Sports Network will be live streamed on allisports.com and through NBC Sports Live Extra, the NBC Sports Group’s live streaming product for desktops, mobile devices, and tablets. The vast majority of races will be live streamed via “TV Everywhere,” the media industry’s effort to make quality content available to authenticated customers both in and out of the home and on multiple platforms. 

For desktops, NBC Sports Live Extra can be accessed at NBCSports.com/liveextra. The NBC Sports Live Extra app for mobile devices and tablets is available at the App Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, and on select Android handset and tablet devices within Google Play.

Races airing on:

• NBC will live stream to PCs, mobile devices and tablets through NBC Sport Live Extra;
• NBC Sports Network will live stream to PCs, mobile devices and tablets through NBCSports Live Extra, and to the digital platforms of participating cable, satellite, and telco services, via “TV Everywhere,” which is available on an authenticated basis to subscribers of participating MVPDs.

“We are pleased to announce the live streaming of every Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship race on NBC Sports Live Extra and allisports.com this season,” said Rick Cordella, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Digital Media, NBC Sports Group. “The redesigned allisports.com will feature more than 60 hours of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship content, including races and practices.”

INTERNATIONAL
The Nationals will also be simulcast to 104 countries across the globe. The international telecasts will be hosted on eight different networks across the world – ESPN Brasil, ESPN Central and Latin America and Caribbean, Extreme Sports Channel, Fox Sports Australia, Rogers Sportsnet in Canada, Sport 1 in Germany, SuperSport and Duke Marketing. This will bring the most prestigious championship on the planet to over 40 million homes across those continents.

Returning to the booth this season is the longtime duo of veteran announcer Jason Weigandt and three-time AMA Pro Motocross Champion Jeff Emig, who will once again team up to bring event play-by-play and analysis to the viewers at home. Weigandt’s vast knowledge of the sport meshes seamlessly with the years of competitive experience Emig possesses to make them one of the most well-rounded broadcast partnerships in all of motorsports. On the track, Kelli Stavast and Erin Coscerelli will provide the latest breaking news from the pits and the starting gate, while also interviewing riders before and after they hit the track.

For tickets and additional information, please visit AlliSports.com/motocross and LIKE the Pro Motocross Facebook page and follow @ProMotocross on Twitter and Instagram for exclusive content and additional information on the latest Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship news.

DATE	DAY	TIME (ET)	*	EVENT	NETWORK
May 18	SAT	4:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Hangtown Motocross Classic 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
May 18	SAT	TBA		Red Bull Hangtown Motocross Classic 450 & 250 Moto II	NBCSN
May 22	WED	11:30 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 1	NBCSN
May 25	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Rockwell Watches Thunder Valley National 450 & 250 Moto I	NBCSN
May 25	SAT	5:00 PM	LIVE	Rockwell Watches Thunder Valley National 450 & 250 Moto II	FUEL TV
May 29	WED	11:30 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 2	NBCSN
Jun 1	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	Built Ford Tough Tennessee National 450 & 250 Moto I	NBCSN
Jun 1	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Built Ford Tough Tennessee National 450 & 250 Moto II	FUEL TV
Jun 5	WED	1:00 AM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 3	NBCSN
Jun 8	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	GEICO High Point National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Jun 8	SAT	5:00 PM		GEICO High Point National 450 & 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Jun 12	WED	2:00 AM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 4	NBCSN
Jun 22	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Budds Creek National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Jun 22	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Budds Creek National 450 Moto II	NBC
Jun 22	SAT	4:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Budds Creek National 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Jun 26	WED	11:30 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 5	NBCSN
Jun 29	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	Moto-X 338 National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Jun 29	SAT	3:30 PM	LIVE	Moto-X 338 National 450 & 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Jul 3	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 6	NBCSN
Jul 6	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull RedBud National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Jul 6	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull RedBud National 450 Moto II	NBC
Jul 6	SAT	4:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull RedBud National 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Jul 10	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 7	NBCSN
Jul 17	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 8	NBCSN
Jul 20	SAT	4:00 PM	LIVE	Peterson Cat Washougal National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Jul 20	SAT	6:00 PM	LIVE	Peterson Cat Washougal National 450 & 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Jul 24	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 9	NBCSN
Jul 27	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Spring Creek National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Jul 27	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Spring Creek National 450 Moto II	NBC
Jul 27	SAT	4:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Spring Creek National 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Jul 31	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 10	NBCSN
Aug 10	SAT	1:00 PM	LIVE	Built Ford Tough Unadilla National 450 & 250 Moto I	FUEL TV
Aug 10	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Built Ford Tough Unadilla National 450 & 250 Moto II	NBCSN
Aug 14	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 11	NBCSN
Aug 17	SAT	3:00 PM	LIVE	Built Ford Tough Utah National 450 & 250 Moto I	NBCSN
Aug 17	SAT	5:00 PM	LIVE	Built Ford Tough Utah National 450 & 250 Moto II	FUEL TV
Aug 21	WED	12:00 AM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 12	NBCSN
Aug 24	SAT	3:30 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Lake Elsinore National 450 Moto I	NBCSN
Aug 24	SAT	6:00 PM	LIVE	Red Bull Lake Elsinore National 450 & 250 Moto II	FUEL TV
Aug 24	SAT	10:00 PM		Red Bull Lake Elsinore National 250 Moto I	NBCSN
Aug 28	WED	11:00 PM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 13	NBCSN
Sep 11	WED	12:00 AM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 14	NBCSN
Sep 18	WED	12:00 AM		Moto Highlight Series Ep. 15	NBCSN

 

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Alli Sports is a media, event and branded content company that specializes in action, adventure, and adrenaline based sports.  Alli Properties include the Dew Tour, Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, the Red Bull Signature Series, GoPro World of Adventure Sports and Octane Academy; Alli Media, which creates original content, produces and presents content with partners and distributes content through a variety of channels; and Alli enterprises consisting of E-commerce, event merchandise and branded licensed product.  Alli Sports is a division of the NBC Sports Group.  More information can be found at www.Allisports.com.

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Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry.  Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the Pro Motocross Championship.” Visit www.LucasOil.com.

FUEL TV

FUEL TV is the only cable and satellite television network that features the exciting world of adrenaline and thrill-seeking sports as well as high energy entertainment programming. This includes UFC®, motocross, surfing, BMX and more. With more hours of UFC® coverage than any other network, FUEL TV is the ultimate destination for live fights, weigh-ins, prelims, pre- and postfight coverage, results and more. This new generation of sports provides a rich landscape of some of the most vibrant and action-packed television entertainment in the world. See why adrenaline sports fans call FUEL TV the channel they never turn off. FUEL TV, part of FOX Sports Media Group, was launched July 1, 2003 and is seen in more than 36 million U.S. homes and can be accessed by broadband, mobile devices and other digital platforms such as iTunes®. FUEL TV programming is available in more than 50 countries around the world with 24/7 channels operating in Australia and Europe. To subscribe to FUEL TV, call 877-4 FUEL-TV. For program times and other information, visit www.fuel.tv

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2013 Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing – MX Season Preview

CHINO, CA – May 14, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Check out Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing’s James Stewart in action as he prepares for the upcoming AMA Pro Motocross series.

About Yoshimura R&D of America

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com

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Yoshimura Suzuki Racing’s Brett Metcalfe Out for Season

CHINO, CA – June 29, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) - Team Yoshimura Suzuki Racing’s Brett Metcalfe underwent surgery this morning as a result of injuries sustained in a practice crash at Glen Helen Raceway yesterday morning. The 28-year old Australian crashed hard in a rhythm section at the San Bernardino, CA track resulting in a broken tibia and fibula as well as a dislocated wrist. Metcalfe will miss the remaining seven rounds of the 2012 AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

“We are all saddened that Metty’s season came to an end like this,” said Team Yoshimura Suzuki Manager, Mike Webb. “He has been so solid all year and lately has been gaining great momentum in the outdoors – We all certainly expected podium results throughout these last rounds. It’s a shame he won’t be able to realize those goals. Metty and his wife Sheena are expecting their first child in August and we will help and support Brett and Sheena in any way possible.”

Metcalfe moved into the top five in the overall championship points standings after picking up another top-10 finish at Budds Creek two weeks ago. Teammate James Stewart will be back under the Yoshimura Suzuki tent when the series returns at the RedBud National in Buchanan, MI on July 7th.

About Yoshimura R&D of America: Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit, and quality that have been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com.

About American Suzuki: Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) founded the Motorcycle and ATV Division of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), Brea, CA, in 1963. ASMC markets motorcycles and ATVs via an extensive dealer network throughout 49 states. ASMC’s parent company, Suzuki Motor Corporation, 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 147 distributors in 201 countries/regions.  For more information, visit www.suzukicycles.com. Follow Suzuki on facebook for exclusive team content http://www.facebook.com/SuzukiCycles.

Team Yoshimura Suzuki is grateful for the support of their sponsors: Yoshimura R&D, Dunlop, Motorex, Vortex, ONE Industries, Showa, Renegade Fuels, Pro Taper, Hinson Clutch Components, D.I.D, Twin Air, Works Connection, Thor, Excel, Mechanix Wear, CP Pistons, Matrix and NGK.

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Davi Millsaps Recovers from Injury as Kyle Regal Makes Push Toward Top-10 Overall

MECHANICSVILLE, MD – June 19, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Series made its way to Mechanicsville, Md. last weekend for round five of competition. The annual Budd’s Creek stop has historically coincided with Father’s Day weekend, and this year proved no different, as three generations of Gibbs were on hand to catch the Joe Gibbs Motocross team live.

Recently recovered from an injury sustained in practice before round two, team JGRMX/ Toyota/ Yamaha’s Davi Millsaps came out of the gate strong riding on Pirelli’s Scorpion MX family of tires. After starting towards the front of the pack in the first moto, Millsaps remained inside the top-10 for the majority of therace and crossed the finish line ninth. Teammate Kyle Regal suffered a jam in his rear break mechanism early on that forced him to last place, but was able to recover and salvage 22nd by the end of the first moto.

A small collision at the beginning of the second moto pushed Millsaps toward the rear of the pack, but his continued tenacity resulted in an improved finish of seventh place. Regal maintained a top-ten position throughout the second moto and finished ninth. Millsaps’ nine-seven moto scores found him eighth overall for the day, while Regal’s 22-nine finishes found him 13th overall.

“After five races, the championship is well on its way and the JGRMX/ Toyota/ Yahama team of Millsaps and Regal are putting in top ten finishes. For now, we’ll take the points on the board and be ready to fight for the podium in Millville,” commented Josh Whitmire, Pirelli Tire North America Off-Road Manager.

Round six of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship will be at Red Bud Track and Trail in Buchanan, Mich. Fuel TV will air the event live starting at 1:00 p.m. (EST). Allisports.com will also broadcast the first motos live on the web here. The second moto will air on the NBC Sports Network at 4:00 p.m. (EST).

POS.	#	Name	Bike	Overall POS	Points
1	5	Ryan Dungey	KTM 450 SX-F	1	236
2	25	Broc Tickle	Kawasaki KX450F	6	134
3	800	Mike Alessi	Suzuki RM-Z450	2	182
4	21	Jacob Weimer	Kawasaki KX450F	3	179
5	10	Justin Brayton	Honda CRF450R	10	93
6	24	Brett Metcalfe	Suzuki RM-Z450	5	142
7	33	Josh Grant	Kawasaki KX450F	8	111
8	18	Davi Millsaps	Yamaha YZ450F	12	85
9	29	Andrew Short	Honda CRF450	4	154
10	53	Ryan Sipes	Yamaha YZ450F	11	86
*13	36	Kyle Regal	Kawasaki KX450F	18	39

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State-of-the-Art Lake Elsinore Motocross Park is the New Southern California Home of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

Tickets Available at www.AlliSports.com

MORGANTOWN, WV – January 11, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports announce that the brand new Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park will become the new home of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, in Southern California. On the heels of announcing the 2012 series schedule and advance ticket sales for next summer, both parties are pleased to welcome the completely renovated Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park as the host site of the season finale, set to take place on Saturday, September 8, 2012.

Located in the hotbed of the motocross industry, and about an hour outside of the major metropolitan areas of Los Angeles and San Diego, Lake Elsinore serves as an ideal location for fans of the sport across the entire southern portion of the state. It’s also well-known to students of the sport’s history as the site of the Lake Elsinore Grand Prix, which was featured prominently in the epic motorcycle racing documentary film On Any Sunday back in 1971 – one year before the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship was born.

“A successful search has landed the Pro Motocross finale at what we feel is the ideal location for a national event in Southern California,” said MX Sports President Davey Coombs. “This is a brand new facility that was built from the ground up to host such an event, and offers riders one of the best layouts of any track in the country. We like to close out the summer where the sport of motocross thrives, and we believe we’ve found the perfect place in Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park.”

The Marc Peters-designed venue is state-of-the-art in terms of motocross and features multiple elevation changes, spectacular obstacles, and easy access for the fans. The facility was designed with not only riders but spectators in mind as well, with paved roads and walkways, lush landscaping, camping amenities and designated areas at multiple elevations for viewing.

“Sight lines might be one of the most underrated values of what makes or breaks any motocross track for the fans,” said Peters, himself a former pro racer and the son of recent Motorcycle Hall of Fame inductee Stu Peters. “We built this so there isn’t a bad spot to watch from, no matter where you choose to stand. It was our dream to host a national and in an effort to do so, we took away from all the various experiences at the many tracks that have been a part of American Motocross in the past to make what we hope to be the ideal motocross facility, for both riders and spectators.”

The original Lake Elsinore track was a local hotspot for many years, but over time, newer venues throughout the region garnered the attention of enthusiasts and pros, ultimately forcing it to shut its doors two years ago. After months of sculpting and fine-tuning, the new Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park opened its doors to the public the first weekend in December. While the facility is ready for business (and has been getting rave reviews for the complete makeover) there is still plenty of work to be done, including the completion of a full Lucas Oil four-wheel off-road short course stadium on the property and the finishing touches of what will be the site of the final round of the 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship.

In addition to hosting the best riders on the planet this September, Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park will also be the final stop of the Women’s Motocross Championship. The eight-race season will feature the fastest women riders in the world, including multi-time champions Ashley Fiolek and Jessica Patterson, bringing a fitting conclusion to what is sure to be a memorable final weekend for Pro Motocross and the inaugural national event at Southern California’s newest facility.

Racer X Films recently visited Lake Elsinore on opening day, showcasing the newest playground for motocross riders throughout California. Check it out here. More details about the new Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park can be found at www.raceLE.com.

Ticket info for every round of the 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship can be found at www.allisports.com. Fans won’t want to miss the chance to take advantage of special early-bird ticket sales!

For additional information please visit AlliSports.com/motocross plus “like” the American Motocross Facebook page and “follow” @americanmx on Twitter for exclusive content and additional information on the latest Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship action.

For more information on the 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please log on to www.allisports.com/motocross.

For media information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please contact MX Sports Pro Racing via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com.

MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series – the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The industry leader in off road powersport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.

Alli Sports
Alli Sports is an action sports lifestyle brand whose mission is to connect fans with athletes and brands through best in class events, media, and authentic branded products. Alli Sports includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour; Alli Media which creates, produces, and distributes original content; Alli Ride Shop an online retailer carrying top skate and BMX consumer products; and Alli MotoShop an online retailer carrying top moto consumer products. Alli Sports is owned by NBC Sports. More information can be found at www.allisports.com.

Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry. Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the Pro Motocross Championship.” Visit www.LucasOil.com.

AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing sanctioning body in the United States, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization sanctions professional motorcycle racing competition, which includes, AMA Pro Motocross, AMA Pro Road Racing, and AMA Pro Flat Track. Visit www.amaproracing.com.

NBC Sports Group
When the Comcast-NBCUniversal transaction was completed in January of 2011, the broad reach and storied history of NBC Sports united with Comcast’s 24/7 ability to super-serve fans to create the NBC Sports Group. The new sports media company consists of an array of broadcast television, cable television and digital sports assets, including NBC Sports & Olympics, Golf Channel, Versus, 11 SportNets (regional sports networks) and their respective websites. Together, the new combined assets of the NBC Sports Group possess an unparalleled collection of television rights agreements, partnering with some of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the Olympics, NFL, NHL, PGA TOUR, PGA of America, USGA, IndyCar, Wimbledon, French Open, Tour de France and Kentucky Derby

Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park
Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park is the premiere motorsports facility in Southern California. Located off of the 15 freeway in Lake Elsinore, California, Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park features four different MX tracks (designed by pro track designer Marc Peters), a Lucas Oil short course off-road truck track, and ample camping and picnic areas. Visit www.raceLE.com for more information on events and fees, and become a fan at www.facebook.com/racele for fan-only specials and promotions.

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2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Tickets On Sale Now for Moto Monday!

Tickets Available at www.AlliSports.com

MORGANTOWN, WV – December 5, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports are pleased to announce that advance tickets for the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship are now on sale and available for purchase at http://www.allisports.com. Additionally, today marks Moto Monday, where fans can find Special Holiday Pricing and discounts for all 12 championship events by ordering today.

The on-track excitement of the 2012 season kicks off on Saturday, May 19, with the Hangtown Motocross Classic-the traditional opener for the most prestigious and competitive motocross series in the world-and continues throughout the summer months, including such legendary stops as High Point Raceway, RedBud, Washougal, Unadilla, Southwick and more. The series will conclude on September 8 in Southern California, where the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Champions will be crowned.

Fans all over the nation will have a chance to see Ryan Villopoto defend his 450 Class title against a superb field of challengers that includes former champions Ryan Dungey, Chad Reed and James Stewart, plus many more. In the 250 Class, it will be Dean Wilson wearing the #1 plate against a star-studded field that now includes homegrown talent like Blake Baggett, Justin Barcia and Eli Tomac, as well as top international stars like Marvin Musquin, Ken Roczen and more. At eight selected rounds, fans will be treated to the added bonus of Women’s Motocross, featuring multi-time champions Ashley Fiolek and Jessica Patterson, plus a fast-growing field of young competitors.

Ticket info for every round of the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship can be found at www.allisports.com. Fans won’t want to miss the chance to take advantage of Moto Monday and the special early-bird ticket sales!

For additional information please visit AlliSports.com/motocross plus “like” the American Motocross Facebook page and “follow” @americanmx on Twitter for exclusive content and additional information on the latest Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship action.

For more information on the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please log on to www.allisports.com/motocross.

For media information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact MX Sports Pro Racing via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com.

MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series – the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. The industry leader in off road powersport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.

AlliSports
AlliSports, is an action sports lifestyle brand whose mission is to connect fans with athletes and brands through best in class events, media, and authentic branded products. AlliSports includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour; Alli Media which creates, produces, and distributes original content; Alli RideShop an online retailer carrying top skate and BMX consumer products; and Alli MotoShop an online retailer carrying top moto consumer products. AlliSports is owned by NBC Sports. More information can be found at www.allisports.com.

Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry. Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.” Visit www.LucasOil.com.

AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing sanctioning body in the United States, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization sanctions professional motorcycle racing competition, which includes, AMA Pro Motocross, AMA Pro Road Racing, and AMA Pro Flat Track. Visit www.amaproracing.com.

NBC Sports Group
When the Comcast-NBCUniversal transaction was completed in January of 2011, the broad reach and storied history of NBC Sports united with Comcast’s 24/7 ability to super-serve fans to create the NBC Sports Group. The new sports media company consists of an array of broadcast television, cable television and digital sports assets, including NBC Sports & Olympics, Golf Channel, Versus, 11 SportNets (regional sports networks) and their respective websites. Together, the new combined assets of the NBC Sports Group possess an unparalleled collection of television rights agreements, partnering with some of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the Olympics, NFL, NHL, PGA TOUR, PGA of America, USGA, IndyCar, Wimbledon, French Open, Tour de France and Kentucky Derby.

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MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports Reveal the Honda CRF150R Recipient

MORGANTOWN, WV – September 21, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, have revealed the recipient of a brand new Honda CRF150R in association with the demographic survey from Turnkey Sports & Entertainment. While the newly-crowned champions of American Motocross celebrated their respective titles at Pala Raceway, Ohio National Guard Technician Chris Johnson, was also rejoicing, after being informed one of the best selling models from Honda would soon be arriving on his doorstep.

Beginning in June, the administrative partners of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship introduced a demographic survey, hosted by Turnkey, through the respective Facebook pages of American Motocross and Alli Sports, in addition to the official series website at AlliSports.com. Hundreds of fans throughout the country participated, and by doing so, were entered into a drawing to receive the new 2012 Honda CRF150R. Just before the festivities at the season-ending Traxxas Pala National, a winner was selected at random.

“American Honda is happy to have had the opportunity to team up with MX Sports Pro Racing, and the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, for this giveaway,” said American Honda Public Relations Manager Bill Savino. “Mr. Johnson will be riding a new 2012 CRF150R, the best-selling youth bike in its class.”

Johnson, an avid racer in his own right, was notified while competing at the Aces Appalachian Championship Enduro Series. The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to receive one of the finest motorcycles in the industry at no cost is something he will never forget, as it will allow him to continue to share his passion with his son.

“I am so excited,” exclaimed Johnson. “My son and I race dirt bikes together, so this new Honda will be a great addition to our collection, and the amount of time we spend together.”

MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports would like to thank all the participants in the Turnkey survey. The true commitment of American Motocross fans to the most prestigious dirt-bike racing series on the planet is unmatched, and the motocross community’s involvement is integral in assisting with the continued growth of the sport.

For more information on the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please log on to www.allisports.com/motocross.

For media information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact Media Manager Brandon Short via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com or by phone at 949-365-5750.

MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series – the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. The industry leader in off road powersport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.

Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production, and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, King of Wake series, and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour. Alli TV Productions creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. Visit www.allisports.com.

Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry. Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.” Visit www.LucasOil.com.

AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing sanctioning body in the United States, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization sanctions professional motorcycle racing competition, which includes, AMA Pro Motocross, AMA Pro Road Racing, and AMA Pro Flat Track. Visit www.amaproracing.com.

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American Motocross to be Well-Represented at 2011 Motocross of Nations This Weekend

MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports Offer Well Wishes to Competitors

MORGANTOWN, WV – September 16, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – This weekend in France will mark the annual FIM Motocross of Nations (MXON), a global motocross competition in which respective countries select three-rider lineups to compete for the Peter Chamberlain Trophy. Since 2005, the trophy has been held by Team USA, which means the fastest riders from the rest of the world will be doing their best to beat the Americans. MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, wish good luck not only to Team USA, but all of the AMA-based riders entered in this weekend’s contest, as well as their counterparts on the Youthstream-organized FIM World Championship tour.

Both 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Champions – Ryan Villopoto (450 Class) and Dean Wilson (250 Class) – will be competing in France, albeit representing different countries. The Monster Energy Kawasaki-backed Villopoto will anchor Team USA’s bid, alongside Rockstar/Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey, and Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Blake Baggett. Wilson, who was born in Scotland, will represent Great Britain for the second consecutive year, aboard a Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki of his own. He will be joined by former AMA contender Tommy Searle, as well as Brad Anderson. The British last won this event in 1994, when they upset the Americans and ended a record 13-year winning streak.

Villopoto has represented Team USA on three occasions (2006-2008), and the Americans were victorious each time. In fact, his dominance aboard a 250cc machine at the 2007 MXON is considered one of the single-greatest performances in motocross history. However, after suffering long-term injuries in both the 2009 and 2010 seasons, Villopoto, now a four-time AMA Pro Motocross Champion, was not available to represent the United States. During that time, Ryan Dungey assumed the vacancy, and helped maintain the US winning streak that started back in 2005, with the trio of Ricky Carmichael, Kevin Windham, and Ivan Tedesco. In both cases, Dungey was the individual overall winner of the MX1 class, and has been slotted there for a third year by Team USA Manager Roger DeCoster. Villopoto, who is also this year’s AMA Supercross Champion, will represent Team USA in the MX3 class, an open-displacement category.

Ryan Dungey (1) and Ryan Villopoto (2) will lead Team USA’s quest for a seventh consecutive Motocross of Nations victory Courtesy VitalMX.com

As for Baggett, the second-year rider has never even been to Europe prior to this trip, let alone race in the prestigious Motocross of Nations. However, on the heels of a third-place effort in the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross 250 Class Championship, in which he garnered a series-leading five wins, Baggett was ready and willing to take the assignment as Team USA’s MX2 rider as they attempt to win seven in-a-row.

Other AMA-based riders participating this weekend for their home nations are highlighted by Australian veterans Chad Reed and Brett Metcalfe, each of whom won rounds in the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, and finished third and fourth, respectively, in the final 450 Class standings. Additionally, Red Bull KTM’s Marvin Musquin, who joined the AMA tour this year after winning two FIM MX2 World Championships, will ride for the home French team, which also includes former AMA-standout Christophe Pourcel, and Grand Prix race winner Gautier Paulin. Both the Australian and French teams have the depth to challenge Team USA this weekend, and potentially bring the winning streak to an end.

South Africa’s Tyla Rattray and Gareth Swanepoel both hope to get their homeland in contention for at least a podium finish, coming off of career-best seasons in the U.S., respectively. Rockstar Energy/Valli Motorsports Yamaha’s Jimmy Albertson and Washington-based privateer Tommy Weeck will both compete for Puerto Rico, which is a U.S. territory.

Also on the grid will be Sweden’s Fredrik Noren, a rider trying to build a name for himself on the American Motocross tour. Noren competed on the privateer MX Heaven team, and reached the top 20 several times in his first season in the highly-competitive Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

Awaiting all of the AMA-based riders on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean is an incredible and diverse lineup of talent, led by Italy’s Antonio Cairoli, one of the fastest Grand Prix riders of all time. Also competing will be German prodigy Ken Roczen, who recently became his nation’s first FIM World Motocross Champion in over 40 years. Put them all together on one starting gate, and it should be an amazing weekend of motocross competition and camaraderie.

Fans all over the world can watch the event live online at http://www.mx-life.tv, with qualifying set to take place on Saturday afternoon. Final motos of the 2011 Motocross of Nations begin Sunday afternoon, at 12 noon in France.

For more information on the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please log on to www.allisports.com/motocross.

For media information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact Media Manager Brandon Short via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com or by phone at 949-365-5750.

MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series – the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. The industry leader in off road powersport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.

Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production, and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, King of Wake series, and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour. Alli TV Productions creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. Visit www.allisports.com.

Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry. Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.” Visit www.LucasOil.com.

AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing sanctioning body in the United States, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization sanctions professional motorcycle racing competition, which includes, AMA Pro Motocross, AMA Pro Road Racing, and AMA Pro Flat Track. Visit www.amaproracing.com.

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2011 American Motocross Season Celebration Commemorates Memorable Summer of Competition

MORGANTOWN, WV – September 15, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Just one day after the dramatic conclusion of one of the most competitive American Motocross seasons in recent memory, MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, welcomed hundreds of members of the motocross industry to Pechanga Resort & Casino, in Temecula, Calif., for the third annual Season Celebration. An enjoyable evening honored this season’s champions in the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship and the AMA ATV Motocross Championship by DWT, in addition to the many individuals who played an integral part in this summer’s success.

Sunday’s celebration served as the final opportunity for all members of the professional motocross community to come together as a whole and pay their respects to the members and moments that highlighted the most prestigious motocross championships on the planet. The top 10 finishers from each class of competition-the 450 Class, 250 Class, WMX Class, and ATV Pro-were given well-deserved recognition for their efforts, while SPEED and NBC Sports announcer Jason Weigandt emceed the evening’s festivities, taking a humorous look back at the 2011 season.

For the first time since 2008, Monster Energy Kawasaki claimed the premier-class title. Ryan Villopoto, who returned to American Motocross full-time this summer after two injury-marred years, earned his fourth AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Throughout the season, Villopoto was challenged relentlessly by Rockstar/Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey and TwoTwo Motorsports/Bel-Ray Racing’s Chad Reed. This trio of global superstars traded victories and points throughout the 12 rounds of competition, and the title wasn’t decided until the checkered flag flew for the final time at Pala Raceway.

In the end, Villopoto compiled an impressive season, led by three overall victories and podium results at each round. He also led the most laps in the 450 Class (144) and possessed the best average finish in the division (2.3). With the 2011 AMA Supercross title to his credit earlier in the season, Villopoto became the 12th rider in AMA history to sweep the season championships, and now, the coveted Edison Dye Motocross Cup will reside at Kawasaki’s headquarters in Irvine, Calif.

Kawasaki also took championship honors in the 250 Class, as Dean Wilson gave Mitch Payton’s Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team its ninth AMA Pro Motocross title. In just his second season of professional competition, the Scotland-born Wilson was statistically the best rider in American Motocross. Although he had the fewest overall wins in the division (three), Wilson led the entire series in moto wins (11), laps led (150), average finish (2.1), and total points (538). He also led the way for the most dominant season in history by one team in this class, as Pro Circuit won all 12 rounds of the season, took the top spot in 23 of 24 motos, and swept the championship podium with Wilson, Tyla Rattray, and Blake Baggett. As a result, the Gary Jones Motocross Cup will be on display at Pro Circuit’s global headquarters in Corona, Calif.

The Motorcycle-Superstore.com Women’s Motocross Championship once again featured a showdown between the division’s two biggest stars-American Honda’s Ashley Fiolek and DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha’s Jessica Patterson-adding to their rivalry that has simmered since the 2008 season. After trading victories throughout all eight rounds of competition this summer, Fiolek came out triumphant in the end, securing her third title in four years as a pro and bringing the Women’s Motocross Cup back to Honda’s Torrance, Calif., headquarters following a one-year hiatus.

After one of the most competitive AMA ATV Motocross Championships in history, a familiar name was on top at the conclusion of 11 rounds. Motoworks/Can-Am’s John Natalie, one of the most recognizable names in ATV Motocross, secured his second career title in 2011, outlasting a young, talented field of riders. Natalie took three overall victories in a wild season that was missing the series’ previous two champions, giving the Canadian Can-Am brand its inaugural ATV Motocross Championship and the Gary Denton Motocross Cup.

While the champions of the sport were deservedly honored with special awards, MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports also recognized the most successful first-year riders of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship and AMA ATV Motocross Championship. ARMA Energy/Suzuki City’s Malcolm Stewart was recognized as the Motocross Rookie of the Year, following an 11th-place finish in the 250 Class, while Marissa Markelon concluded her first season in women’s motocross with an impressive sixth-place finish, resulting in WMX Rookie of the Year accolades. In ATV Motocross, Makson Construction/JB Racing Honda rider Joel Hetrick’s two overall wins in the final three rounds vaulted him to fifth in the championship and earned him Rookie of the Year honors for four wheels.

MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports also recognized Chad Reed with the 2011 Sportsperson of the Year award. Reed headed into the 2011 season without a ride for the first time in his career, but rather than walk away from the sport, he decided to embark on a new venture and start his own team, TwoTwo Motorsports. After a stellar AMA Supercross season, Reed took the first half of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship by storm, winning four of the first six rounds. At Spring Creek, he experienced what may have been the most frightening crash in the sport’s history, but despite a 30-foot fall, he reentered the race and salvaged his points lead. While his fortunes changed over the second half of the season, Reed never gave up, ultimately transforming from an underdog to a title contender. He experienced a rejuvenation of his career and also returned to the favor of the fans, ultimately becoming the most popular rider in the sport. As a result of his refusal to quit in the face of adversity, Reed was recognized for his successful venture and on-track success.

Other awards presented on Sunday evening included:

• Moto Moment: Chad Reed’s Millville Crash
• Decision of the Year: American Honda-Justin Barcia’s move to the 450 Class
• Motocross Team of the Year: Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki
• Motocross Manufacturer of the Year: Kawasaki
• ATV Sportsperson of the Year: Chad Wienen
• ATV Manufacturer of the Year: Can-Am
• Transport Driver of the Year: Scott Slocum
• Motocross Team Manager of the Year: Christina Denny
• ATV Team Manager of the Year: Mark Baldwin

For more information on the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please log on to www.allisports.com/motocross. For more information on the 2011 AMA ATV Motocross Championship by DWT, log onto www.atvmotocross.com.

For media information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact Media Manager Brandon Short via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com or by phone at 949-365-5750. For more information on the 2011 AMA ATV Motocross Championship by DWT, please contact Jen Kenyon vi email at media@atvmotocross.com or by phone at 304-284-0084.

MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series – the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. The industry leader in off road powersport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.

Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production, and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, King of Wake series, and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour. Alli TV Productions creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. Visit www.allisports.com.

Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry. Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.” Visit www.LucasOil.com.

AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing sanctioning body in the United States, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization sanctions professional motorcycle racing competition, which includes, AMA Pro Motocross, AMA Pro Road Racing, and AMA Pro Flat Track. Visit www.amaproracing.com.

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