It has been confirmed that Trey Canard has broken his collarbone.
We will update you here as more information comes to us.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Tickets On Sale Now
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. - 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 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 HangtownMotocross 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 Reedand 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 towww.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.
The on-track excitement of the 2012 season kicks off on Saturday, May 19, with the HangtownMotocross 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 Reedand 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 towww.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.
Monday, December 5, 2011
2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Schedule
MORGANTOWN, W. Va. - Just weeks after celebrating the conclusion of an epic 40th season of professional motocross racing, MX Sports Pro Racing and partners, Alli Sports, are pleased to announce the 2012 schedule for the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. The series will begin on Saturday, May 19, near Sacramento, Calif., at the Hangtown Classic-the longest-running event on the schedule-and will conclude on September 8 in Southern California, at the championship's newest stop (to be announced at a later date). Throughout the summer, the 12-round series will visit such highly-regarded motocross circuits as High Point, in Pennsylvania,RedBud, in Michigan, Washougal, in Washington, and New York's legendary Unadilla.
"We are very fortunate to have so many great, iconic motocross tracks as part of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship-tracks that challenge the racers and have strong, loyal fan bases that come out to see these races," said MX Sports Pro Racing President Davey Coombs. "This series is the pinnacle of professional motocross, and the growth we've seen in the last three years for both the live audiences and television viewers watching from all over the world has been outstanding."
Not only does the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship include the best tracks in the sport, it also features the fastest riders on the planet, as well as an expanded television package with NBC Sports Group. Add in a global television package that allows fans from all over the world to tune in, plus live event streaming on www.allisports.com, and the result is an unprecedented audience for motocross racing.
Monster Energy Kawasaki's Ryan Villopoto will defend his #1 plate against no less than three former 450 Class Champions in 2012. Besides the man he wrestled the 2011 title from, Red Bull KTM's Ryan Dungey, as well as a hugely-popular Australian star in TwoTwo Motorsports' Chad Reed, Villopoto must also contend with James Stewart, who is returning to outdoor motocross for the first time since his perfect 2008 season as a member of the Joe Gibbs Racing/Toyota/Yamaha team. There will also be challenges from such formidable programs as Team Honda Muscle Milk, the Yoshimura Suzuki factory team, MotoConcepts/Alessi Racing, the new L&Mc Racing Honda team spearheaded by legend Jeremy McGrath, and more.
In the 250 Class, newly-crowned champion, and Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki rider, Dean Wilson will not only have to defend his title against the best young riders in America, he will also be pursued by the two most recent MX2 World Champions. Frenchman Marvin Musquin and German sensation Ken Roczen have each earned Grand Prix titles on 250cc motorcycles, and will now join forces at Red Bull KTM to challenge Wilson for the most-coveted outdoor title in the sport, a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Add in the formidable GEICO Honda team, DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha, Rockstar Energy Suzuki, JDR KTM, in addition to Troy Lee Designs/Lucas Oil Honda, and the 2012 season is ripe for exceptional competition.
Additionally, the Women's Motocross Championship will be included at eight rounds. Led by defending champion, Team Honda Muscle Milk's Ashley Fiolek, who claimed her third title in four years as a pro, the world's fastest women riders are set to bring even more excitement to the series. Fiolek can once again expect serious competition from her primary rival, and fellow multi-time champion, Jessica Patterson of the DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha team.
Following the traditional opener at Hangtown, series favorites - Freestone, Thunder Valley, High Point, Budds Creek, RedBud, Spring Creek, Washougal, Southwick, Unadilla and Steel City - all return to compose the bulk of the 2012 schedule. While some venues' traditional dates on the calendar have shifted, they remain as part of the integral foundation of American Motocross.
The season finale will feature a new venue in the motocross hotbed of Southern California. Details and additional information will follow.
Tickets for all 12 rounds of the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship will be on sale on Moto Monday, December 5th. Fans eager to get a head start on plans for next summer can simply log onto the official website of American Motocross at AlliSports.com/motocross. Special holiday promotions for advance purchasers will be available.
2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Schedule
May 19 Hangtown Motocross Classic* Sacramento, Calif.
May 26 Freestone Raceway* Wortham, Texas
June 2 Thunder Valley Motocross* Lakewood, Colo.
June 9 High Point Raceway Mt. Morris, Pa.
June 16 Budds Creek Motocross Mechanicsville, Md.
July 7 RedBud* Buchanan, Mich.
July 14 Spring Creek Motocross* Millville, Minn.
July 21 Washougal MX Park Washougal, Wash.
August 11 Moto-X 338* Southwick, Mass.
August 18 Unadilla New Berlin, N.Y.
September 1 Steel City Raceway* Delmont, Pa.
September 8 TBA* Southern Calif.
*WMX Events
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.
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 Sports
Alli 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.
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.
"We are very fortunate to have so many great, iconic motocross tracks as part of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship-tracks that challenge the racers and have strong, loyal fan bases that come out to see these races," said MX Sports Pro Racing President Davey Coombs. "This series is the pinnacle of professional motocross, and the growth we've seen in the last three years for both the live audiences and television viewers watching from all over the world has been outstanding."
Not only does the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship include the best tracks in the sport, it also features the fastest riders on the planet, as well as an expanded television package with NBC Sports Group. Add in a global television package that allows fans from all over the world to tune in, plus live event streaming on www.allisports.com, and the result is an unprecedented audience for motocross racing.
Monster Energy Kawasaki's Ryan Villopoto will defend his #1 plate against no less than three former 450 Class Champions in 2012. Besides the man he wrestled the 2011 title from, Red Bull KTM's Ryan Dungey, as well as a hugely-popular Australian star in TwoTwo Motorsports' Chad Reed, Villopoto must also contend with James Stewart, who is returning to outdoor motocross for the first time since his perfect 2008 season as a member of the Joe Gibbs Racing/Toyota/Yamaha team. There will also be challenges from such formidable programs as Team Honda Muscle Milk, the Yoshimura Suzuki factory team, MotoConcepts/Alessi Racing, the new L&Mc Racing Honda team spearheaded by legend Jeremy McGrath, and more.
In the 250 Class, newly-crowned champion, and Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki rider, Dean Wilson will not only have to defend his title against the best young riders in America, he will also be pursued by the two most recent MX2 World Champions. Frenchman Marvin Musquin and German sensation Ken Roczen have each earned Grand Prix titles on 250cc motorcycles, and will now join forces at Red Bull KTM to challenge Wilson for the most-coveted outdoor title in the sport, a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Add in the formidable GEICO Honda team, DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha, Rockstar Energy Suzuki, JDR KTM, in addition to Troy Lee Designs/Lucas Oil Honda, and the 2012 season is ripe for exceptional competition.
Additionally, the Women's Motocross Championship will be included at eight rounds. Led by defending champion, Team Honda Muscle Milk's Ashley Fiolek, who claimed her third title in four years as a pro, the world's fastest women riders are set to bring even more excitement to the series. Fiolek can once again expect serious competition from her primary rival, and fellow multi-time champion, Jessica Patterson of the DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha team.
Following the traditional opener at Hangtown, series favorites - Freestone, Thunder Valley, High Point, Budds Creek, RedBud, Spring Creek, Washougal, Southwick, Unadilla and Steel City - all return to compose the bulk of the 2012 schedule. While some venues' traditional dates on the calendar have shifted, they remain as part of the integral foundation of American Motocross.
The season finale will feature a new venue in the motocross hotbed of Southern California. Details and additional information will follow.
Tickets for all 12 rounds of the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship will be on sale on Moto Monday, December 5th. Fans eager to get a head start on plans for next summer can simply log onto the official website of American Motocross at AlliSports.com/motocross. Special holiday promotions for advance purchasers will be available.
2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Schedule
May 19 Hangtown Motocross Classic* Sacramento, Calif.
May 26 Freestone Raceway* Wortham, Texas
June 2 Thunder Valley Motocross* Lakewood, Colo.
June 9 High Point Raceway Mt. Morris, Pa.
June 16 Budds Creek Motocross Mechanicsville, Md.
July 7 RedBud* Buchanan, Mich.
July 14 Spring Creek Motocross* Millville, Minn.
July 21 Washougal MX Park Washougal, Wash.
August 11 Moto-X 338* Southwick, Mass.
August 18 Unadilla New Berlin, N.Y.
September 1 Steel City Raceway* Delmont, Pa.
September 8 TBA* Southern Calif.
*WMX Events
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.
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 Sports
Alli 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.
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.
Hart & Hunnington Announce 2012 Lineup
CARLSBAD, Calif. – Carey Hart, team owner of Hart and Huntington Racing, unveiled the new Supercross team riders and sponsors for the 2012 season during a press conference in San Diego yesterday at Sycuan Casino. The Dodge Motorsports/Sycuan Casino/Hart and Huntington/Bel-Ray Racing Team now includes a brand new sponsorship with Sycuan Casino for the upcoming season and beyond, as well as a continuing partnership with Dodge and Bel-Ray.
Josh Hansen, Kyle Partridge and Josh Hill will join Hart and Huntington Racing veteran Ivan Tedesco on the four-man team for 2012. In addition, Hart announced that he will be donating the bike he used at the Gravity Games in 2000 to complete the first backflip in freestyle motocross history to GameDay Sports Bar & Grill at Sycuan Casino as a token of gratitude for their support.
"I’m really looking forward to next season and couldn’t be happier about the talent behind our new team riders and the amazing support of our sponsors," said Carey Hart. “These guys have so much energy and passion in their riding that I know a Hart and Huntington racer will make a big impact this season, just like we did last year. All of our sponsors are the driving force behind our success; elevating us to the next level and giving us the opportunity to double our team in a time when other programs are cutting back or worse, not coming back out at all.”
Hart and Sycuan Casino hosted Liv Fast Moto Demo on Thursday to provide a groundbreaking fan experience during the press announcement for the new team riders and sponsors. Lance Coury, Destin Cantrell and Drake McElroy participated in a freestyle demo for fans prior to the press conference. Hart greeted hundreds of guests at the event, which included a personal tour of the Hart and Huntington rig for young tribe members of The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation. In addition, fans were able to meet the new team riders and get autographs during an exclusive meet-and-greet hour at the casino, which included appearances by Hart, Hansen, Hill, Partridge and Tedesco.
“We know that motocross is a sport that resonates with our local community and are excited to partner with the most innovative team in the industry,” said Sheila Howe, General Manager of Sycuan Casino. “Our goal is to host more fun and entertaining events, like Liv Fast Moto Demo, for our guests. Furthermore, we’re personally huge fans of Hart and Huntington and can’t wait to see how the team performs in the upcoming Supercross season.”
2012 sponsors include: Dodge, Sycuan Casino, Hart and Huntington, Bel-Ray, Fox/Shift, Kawasaki, Hurley, Jacksonville Powersports, Loctite, ProCircuit, Liquid Graphics, ALLSport Dynamics Inc., VP Racing Fuels, Beam Designs, General Tire, Renthal, D.I.D., UP Grade, Hinson Clutch Components Racing, Talon, Works Connection, Matrix Concepts, Dunlop, Twin Air, Premier Motorsport Group, Divine One Customs, Galfer, Dubya, and N-Style.
The Dodge Motorsports/Sycuan Casino/Hart and Huntington/Bel-Ray Racing Team will kick off the 2012 season in Anaheim on January 7, 2012. For the full 2012 racing schedule, visit: www.Supercross.com.
To stay up to date on all Dodge Motorsports/Sycuan Casino/Hart and Huntington/Bel-Ray Racing news, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hartandhuntington; Twitter at @HandHOfficial; YouTube at www.youtube.com/hartandhuntington; and our blog at www.hartandhuntington.com.
Josh Hansen, Kyle Partridge and Josh Hill will join Hart and Huntington Racing veteran Ivan Tedesco on the four-man team for 2012. In addition, Hart announced that he will be donating the bike he used at the Gravity Games in 2000 to complete the first backflip in freestyle motocross history to GameDay Sports Bar & Grill at Sycuan Casino as a token of gratitude for their support.
"I’m really looking forward to next season and couldn’t be happier about the talent behind our new team riders and the amazing support of our sponsors," said Carey Hart. “These guys have so much energy and passion in their riding that I know a Hart and Huntington racer will make a big impact this season, just like we did last year. All of our sponsors are the driving force behind our success; elevating us to the next level and giving us the opportunity to double our team in a time when other programs are cutting back or worse, not coming back out at all.”
Hart and Sycuan Casino hosted Liv Fast Moto Demo on Thursday to provide a groundbreaking fan experience during the press announcement for the new team riders and sponsors. Lance Coury, Destin Cantrell and Drake McElroy participated in a freestyle demo for fans prior to the press conference. Hart greeted hundreds of guests at the event, which included a personal tour of the Hart and Huntington rig for young tribe members of The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation. In addition, fans were able to meet the new team riders and get autographs during an exclusive meet-and-greet hour at the casino, which included appearances by Hart, Hansen, Hill, Partridge and Tedesco.
“We know that motocross is a sport that resonates with our local community and are excited to partner with the most innovative team in the industry,” said Sheila Howe, General Manager of Sycuan Casino. “Our goal is to host more fun and entertaining events, like Liv Fast Moto Demo, for our guests. Furthermore, we’re personally huge fans of Hart and Huntington and can’t wait to see how the team performs in the upcoming Supercross season.”
2012 sponsors include: Dodge, Sycuan Casino, Hart and Huntington, Bel-Ray, Fox/Shift, Kawasaki, Hurley, Jacksonville Powersports, Loctite, ProCircuit, Liquid Graphics, ALLSport Dynamics Inc., VP Racing Fuels, Beam Designs, General Tire, Renthal, D.I.D., UP Grade, Hinson Clutch Components Racing, Talon, Works Connection, Matrix Concepts, Dunlop, Twin Air, Premier Motorsport Group, Divine One Customs, Galfer, Dubya, and N-Style.
The Dodge Motorsports/Sycuan Casino/Hart and Huntington/Bel-Ray Racing Team will kick off the 2012 season in Anaheim on January 7, 2012. For the full 2012 racing schedule, visit: www.Supercross.com.
To stay up to date on all Dodge Motorsports/Sycuan Casino/Hart and Huntington/Bel-Ray Racing news, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hartandhuntington; Twitter at @HandHOfficial; YouTube at www.youtube.com/hartandhuntington; and our blog at www.hartandhuntington.com.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Supercross TV Schedule Announced
AURORA, Ill. – Feld Motor Sports® announced today the television package for the 2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, which – for the first time ever – includes 11 live broadcasts on SPEED and nine hours on CBS Sports.
For the first time in the sport’s history, SPEED will broadcast live coverage from the following 11 races: Anaheim Race 1, Phoenix, San Diego, Arlington, Atlanta, St. Louis, Daytona, Indianapolis, Toronto, Seattle and Las Vegas.
"The last few seasons of Monster Energy Supercross on SPEED have provided great storylines and fantastic racing," said SPEED President Hunter Nickell. "Being able to deliver a record number of races live on SPEED in 2012 is a testament to the growing interest in the series and the commitment to continue that growth by our partners at Feld Motor Sports and the team here at SPEED."
CBS Sports will provide next day coverage at Los Angeles, Oakland, Anaheim Race 2, Houston, New Orleans and Salt Lake City. In addition, CBS Sports will air a Monster Energy Supercross season preview on December 25 at 2:00 p.m. ET, a Monster Energy Supercross special on February 26 at Noon ET and a Monster Energy Supercross season recap show on May 5 at Noon ET.
“On the heels of the greatest season ever, the increase in live coverage on SPEED, and the network coverage on CBS Sports is another step forward for the sport,” said Charlie Mancuso, president, Feld Motor Sports. “This elevates the riders, the sponsors and the sport to a higher level and provides the loyal fans the most comprehensive television package Monster Energy Supercross has ever had.”
Host Ralph Sheheen will be joined by color analyst and former Supercross class champion Jeff Emig, while Erin Bates will return as pit reporter.
In 2011, television ratings on SPEED increased 24%, which included eight live broadcasts, up two from 2010, and CBS Sports provided nine hours of network coverage that yielded a 21% increase in ratings.
Similarly, Internationally, Monster Energy Supercross was broadcast in 181 countries. Highlighting the international interest was a 66% increase in Australia, home of former two-time Supercross class champion Chad Reed, during Q1, besting NFL Playoff coverage.
Air Date Venue City Network Time
12/25/2011 Supercross Preview Show CBS 2:00pm ET
1/7/2012 Angel Stadium Anaheim, Calif. SPEED (Live) 10:00pm ET
1/14/2012 Chase Field Phoenix SPEED (Live) 9:30pm ET
1/22/2012 Dodger Stadium Los Angeles CBS Noon ET
1/29/2012 Overstock.com Stadium Oakland CBS Noon ET
2/5/2012 Angel Stadium Anaheim, Calif. CBS Noon ET
2/11/2012 Qualcomm Stadium San Diego SPEED (Live) 10:30pm ET
2/18/2012 Cowboys Stadium Arlington, Texas SPEED (Live) 9:30pm ET
2/25/2012 Georgia Dome Atlanta SPEED (Live) 7:30pm ET
2/26/2012 Supercross Special CBS Noon ET
3/3/2012 Edward Jones Dome St. Louis SPEED (Live) 9:30pm ET
*3/10/12 Daytona Int’l Speedway Daytona, Fla. SPEED (Live) TBD
3/17/2012 Lucas Oil Stadium Indianapolis SPEED (Live) 7:30pm ET
3/24/2012 Rogers Centre Toronto, ON SPEED (Live) 7:30pm ET
4/1/2012 Reliant Stadium Houston CBS Noon ET
4/15/2012 Louisiana Superdome New Orleans CBS Noon ET
4/21/2012 Qwest Field Seattle SPEED (Live) 10:30pm ET
4/29/2012 Rice-Eccles Stadium Salt Lake City CBS Noon ET
5/5/2012 Sam Boyd Stadium Las Vegas SPEED (Live) 10:00pm ET
5/6/2012 Supercross Season Review CBS Noon ET
*Not a Feld Motor Sports-produced race
For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305. To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook and Twitter.
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 Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, 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.
For the first time in the sport’s history, SPEED will broadcast live coverage from the following 11 races: Anaheim Race 1, Phoenix, San Diego, Arlington, Atlanta, St. Louis, Daytona, Indianapolis, Toronto, Seattle and Las Vegas.
"The last few seasons of Monster Energy Supercross on SPEED have provided great storylines and fantastic racing," said SPEED President Hunter Nickell. "Being able to deliver a record number of races live on SPEED in 2012 is a testament to the growing interest in the series and the commitment to continue that growth by our partners at Feld Motor Sports and the team here at SPEED."
CBS Sports will provide next day coverage at Los Angeles, Oakland, Anaheim Race 2, Houston, New Orleans and Salt Lake City. In addition, CBS Sports will air a Monster Energy Supercross season preview on December 25 at 2:00 p.m. ET, a Monster Energy Supercross special on February 26 at Noon ET and a Monster Energy Supercross season recap show on May 5 at Noon ET.
“On the heels of the greatest season ever, the increase in live coverage on SPEED, and the network coverage on CBS Sports is another step forward for the sport,” said Charlie Mancuso, president, Feld Motor Sports. “This elevates the riders, the sponsors and the sport to a higher level and provides the loyal fans the most comprehensive television package Monster Energy Supercross has ever had.”
Host Ralph Sheheen will be joined by color analyst and former Supercross class champion Jeff Emig, while Erin Bates will return as pit reporter.
In 2011, television ratings on SPEED increased 24%, which included eight live broadcasts, up two from 2010, and CBS Sports provided nine hours of network coverage that yielded a 21% increase in ratings.
Similarly, Internationally, Monster Energy Supercross was broadcast in 181 countries. Highlighting the international interest was a 66% increase in Australia, home of former two-time Supercross class champion Chad Reed, during Q1, besting NFL Playoff coverage.
Air Date Venue City Network Time
12/25/2011 Supercross Preview Show CBS 2:00pm ET
1/7/2012 Angel Stadium Anaheim, Calif. SPEED (Live) 10:00pm ET
1/14/2012 Chase Field Phoenix SPEED (Live) 9:30pm ET
1/22/2012 Dodger Stadium Los Angeles CBS Noon ET
1/29/2012 Overstock.com Stadium Oakland CBS Noon ET
2/5/2012 Angel Stadium Anaheim, Calif. CBS Noon ET
2/11/2012 Qualcomm Stadium San Diego SPEED (Live) 10:30pm ET
2/18/2012 Cowboys Stadium Arlington, Texas SPEED (Live) 9:30pm ET
2/25/2012 Georgia Dome Atlanta SPEED (Live) 7:30pm ET
2/26/2012 Supercross Special CBS Noon ET
3/3/2012 Edward Jones Dome St. Louis SPEED (Live) 9:30pm ET
*3/10/12 Daytona Int’l Speedway Daytona, Fla. SPEED (Live) TBD
3/17/2012 Lucas Oil Stadium Indianapolis SPEED (Live) 7:30pm ET
3/24/2012 Rogers Centre Toronto, ON SPEED (Live) 7:30pm ET
4/1/2012 Reliant Stadium Houston CBS Noon ET
4/15/2012 Louisiana Superdome New Orleans CBS Noon ET
4/21/2012 Qwest Field Seattle SPEED (Live) 10:30pm ET
4/29/2012 Rice-Eccles Stadium Salt Lake City CBS Noon ET
5/5/2012 Sam Boyd Stadium Las Vegas SPEED (Live) 10:00pm ET
5/6/2012 Supercross Season Review CBS Noon ET
*Not a Feld Motor Sports-produced race
For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305. To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook and Twitter.
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 Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, 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.
Chad Reed Injured
Check out this report from Racer X on Chad Reed's most recent injuries:
Today Racer X learned that Chad Reed injured himself over the weekend at the Genoa Supercross. Reed had gone down in a first-turn crash in the first main event, but managed to come back to finish second, and then win the second and final race to edge Justin Barcia for the overall.
In that first-turn crash, Reed hurt his thumb and foot. He dug through the pain during the races, and then tried to do some testing this week with Japanese engineers from Honda. He then realized the pain was too much. According to a text message from Reed today, he then went to get x-rays and found out he does have broken bones, but he described it as, "Nothing too serious."
Reed says he hopes to be back on the bike to continue testing next week after the swelling goes down. Stay tuned to Racer X, we'll report if anything changes.
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