Next generation of motocross superstars to be crowned next week in
Hurricane Mills, Tenn.
PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA)
congratulates the 1,486 AMA members who have qualified for the biggest
week in amateur motocross: the AMA Amateur National Motocross
Championships, presented by Amsoil, at the Loretta Lynn Ranch Monday,
Aug. 2, through Saturday, Aug. 7, in Hurricane Mills, Tenn.
"The AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships have represented the
pinnacle of amateur motocross for nearly 30 years," said AMA Director of
Racing Joe Bromley. "For many of these riders, this will be the first
step to a career at the highest levels of the sport. For others, this is
the highlight of their summer -- the ultimate family motocross vacation.
Regardless of what brings these riders to the ranch this year, we're
proud of their accomplishments and look forward to a great week of
racing."
Since Dave Coombs Sr. and Paul Shlegel founded the AMA Amateur National
Motocross Championships in 1982, the event has honored the goals of
fairness, safety and fun, delivering to thousands of families a priceless
motocross experience every summer. Event promoter MX Sports manages a
nationwide qualifying system that ensures equal representation from AMA
members all over the country, while the world-class track is used only
for this one event, providing a level playing field for all competitors.
"The AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships are the proving grounds
for tomorrow's motocross superstars," Bromley said. "The future of the
sport will literally be on display in the Tennessee dirt next week, and
we wish the riders, their families, as well as the operational crew of MX
Sports, a safe and fun week of racing."
To see that future as it plays out in 35 classes running 99 motos, keep
an eye on MXSports.com for the latest results as they become official.
-source: ama
