2015 AMA Supercross media guide

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SUPERCROSS
An FIM World Championship

2015 SERIES GUIDE
AMA SUPERCROSS SERIES
Contents Page
Introduction to AMA Supercross
About the American Motorcyclist Association 4
AMA Supercross Introduction 4
Staff Contacts 6
AMA Supercross Series Schedule 7
Race-Related Terminology 8
Rider Information
National Numbers 9
Wins by Rider Name 10
All-Time Winners 32
Track Records and Contacts
Track Contacts 36
Track Win Records 39
Track Maps 56
Supercross Race Rules
Race Rules 60
Championship Points 67
Historical Race Results
2014 Race Results 70
Year-by-Year Results 88
Past Champions/Awards 135
For current race results visit www.amasupercross.com.
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ABOUT THE AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle.
AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to
the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights organization,
the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the
committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member
clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle
recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving
discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services as well as on gear and apparel,
bike rentals, transport, hotel stays and more. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, the AMA
preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations.
A History of AMA Supercross
AMA Supercross is featured in high-profile stadiums across North America. However, this exciting
bar-banging, high-flying sport has its roots on the outdoor, natural terrain tracks of motocross.
When motorcycle racing resumed following World War II, U.S. motorcycle racing focused primarily
on flat track, as it had before the war. Races were held on the numerous dirt ovals and horse tracks
across the country, along with a limited schedule of AMA National roadracing events. Meanwhile, the
first motocross races were being organized in post-war Europe.
In 1947, the Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) created the Motocross des Nations, an
annual event to determine the World Team Motocross Champions. In 1957, the FIM fully embraced
motocross by creating an individual World Motocross Championship Series.
Early motocross machines were relatively primitive by today’s standards. They were heavy,
underpowered and equipped with rudimentary suspension systems that did little to smooth out the
rough terrain. But motocross had two undeniable elements that promised future success: It provided
an affordable but highly challenging sport for participants, and offered incredible, up-close action for
spectators.
In the late 1960s, the European masters of motocross began to export their talents and technology
to North America, where a related discipline of “rough scrambles” had developed independently. In a
matter of a few years, motocross had taken hold in America.
The AMA held a variety of amateur and Pro-Am motocross races in the late 1960s. By 1972,
American racers had motocross fever, and the AMA established a formal National Championship
Motocross Series.
At the time, U.S. riders could only dream of beating their more experienced European counterparts.
But international stars, led by Belgium’s Roger DeCoster, gave the Americans an exciting target. And
by the time the 1980s rolled around, the Americans had learned the lessons well enough to dominate
the sport. During this decade of motocross racing, the United States delivered to the motorcycling
world a new development that has changed the very face of the sport.
In 1971, the AMA conducted a professional motocross race on a temporary track at Daytona
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International Speedway. While most motocross races had been held in the remote, rural countryside,
Daytona brought motocross to the people. A year later, the concept was taken a step further—
motocross was brought to major urban sports stadiums, beginning with the Los Angeles Coliseum.
The term “Supercross,” a combination of Super Bowl and Motocross, was coined. In the 1980s and
1990s, teams, motorcycle manufacturers, broadcast partners, race facilities and sponsors worked
together to bring the sport to new audiences. Top Supercross riders became household names, and
off-road motorcycle sales soared.
Today, AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, is undisputedly the top Supercross series
in the world and draws elite rider talent from every corner of the globe. An international cadre of
manufacturers target their best equipment and development teams at these series in the quest for
Championship titles.
The AMA Supercross Championship is presented in the 450 SX class, which primarily features
four-stroke 450cc technology. The 250 SX class, which showcases riders on four-stroke 250cc
motorcycles, is split into U.S. eastern and western regional divisions, each awarding its own title.
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AMA SUPERCROSS CONTACTS
AMA Supercross Series Contacts
American Motorcyclist Association
13515 Yarmouth Dr.
Pickerington, OH 43147-8273
www.amasupercross.com
Kevin Crowther
AMA Supercross Director
[phone] ext. 1230
[email protected]
Jane Caston
License and Entry Information
[phone] ext. 1278
[email protected]
James Holter
AMA Media Relations
[phone] ext. 1280
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
Event Promoter Media Contacts / Event Credentials and Media Access
All events except that held at Daytona International Speedway:
Denny Hartwig
Feld Motor Sports
[phone]
[email protected]
Daytona International Speedway:
Andrew Booth
Daytona International Speedway
[phone]
[email protected]
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2015 AMA SUPERCROSS SCHEDULE
* Dates and locations subject to change.
DATE LOCATION VENUE REGION
Jan 3 Anaheim, CA Angel Stadium 250SX West
Jan 10 Phoenix, AZ Chase Field 250SX West
Jan 17 Anaheim, CA Angel Stadium 250SX West
Jan 24 Oakland, CA Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum 250SX West
Jan 31 Anaheim, CA Angel Stadium 250SX West
Feb 7 San Diego, CA PETCO Park 250SX West
Feb 14 Arlington, TX AT&T Stadium 250SX East
Feb 21 Atlanta, GA Georgia Dome 250SX East
Feb 28 Atlanta, GA Georgia Dome 250SX East
Mar 7 Daytona, FL Daytona International Speedway 250SX East
Mar 14 Indianapolis, IN Lucas Oil Stadium 250SX East
Mar 21 Detroit, MI Ford Field 250SX East
Mar 28 St. Louis, MO Edward Jones Dome 250SX East
Apr 11 Houston, TX NRG Stadium 250SX West
Apr 18 San Francisco, CA Levi’s Stadium 250SX West
Apr 25 East Rutherford, NJ MetLife Stadium 250SX East
May 2 Las Vegas, NV Sam Boyd Stadium East / West / Shootout
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RACE-RELATED TERMINOLOGY
AMA American Motorcyclist Association.
CC Cubic centimeters in reference to engine displacement.
Displacement The space covered or volume swept out by the engine piston at each stroke.
Disqualification Unless otherwise specified, the forfeiture of all points, awards and prizes earned during a
particular race.
Flaggers Workers stationed at various points around the track to advise riders of track conditions by using
different color flags. Also known as “corner workers.”
Get-off A crash.
Heat Race A qualifying race determining which riders advance to the main event.
High-side A crash where the rider goes over the top of the bike, as opposed to laying it down, or a
“low-side.”
Holeshot Taking the lead into the first turn of a race.
Homologation The process of acquiring eligibility for a motorcycle to be entered in competition. Homolo-
gation rules are formulated to create parity among race bikes, and to maintain a level playing field for
competitors.
LCQ Last Chance Qualifying race: where a limited number of top finishers advance to the main event.
Line The fastest way around the track, or through a particular part of the track. Can vary with changing
course conditions.
Moto A race held within a meet that awards championship points
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer.
Overall The final finish ranking after combining Moto finishes.
Pit/Paddock Area primarily designated for the preparation and maintenance of race equipment. May also
include parking for transporters and other support vehicles.
Pit crew Mechanics and/or team assistants.
Privateer A racer competing without the benefit of a factory contract or major sponsor support.
Program The predetermined outline of events that make up a race.
Qualify To advance to the final race event by time trial or finish position in a heat race.
Seize When an engine fails due to excessive heat buildup.
Stoppie Riding on the front wheel only, usually under hard braking.
Thumper Descriptive term for a four-stroke motorcycle engine in regard to the deep sound of the exhaust.
Wheelie Riding on the rear wheel only, usually under hard acceleration.
Wrench Slang for mechanic.
Works Refers to parts being tested in competition by a manufacturer.
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2015 AMA SUPERCROSS NUMBERS
* Career numbers **New career numbers for 2014
1 - 450SX: Ryan Villopoto 34: Malcolm Stewart 68: Christian Craig
1 - 250SX West: Jason Anderson 35: Kyle Cunningham 69: Ronnie Stewart
1 - 250SX East: Justin Bogle 36: Matthew Goerke 70: Nicholas Schmidt
37: Joey Savatgy 71: Cole Martinez
2*: Ryan Villopoto 38: Matthew Bisceglia 72: Blake Wharton
3*: Eli Tomac 39: Fredrik Noren 73: Gannon Audette
4*: Blake Baggett 40: Shane McElrath 74: Zachary Williams
5*: Ryan Dungey 41*: Trey Canard 75*: Josh Hill
6**: Jeremy Martin 42: Ben Lamay 76: Evgeny Mikhaylov
7*: James Stewart 43: Matthew Lemoine 77: Justin Starling
9*: Ivan Tedesco 44: Zachary Bell 78: Preston Mull
10*: Justin Brayton 45: Vince Friese 79: Jace Owen
11*: Kyle Chisholm 46: Phillip Nicoletti 80: RJ Hampshire
12*: Jake Weimer 47: Martin Davalos 81: Tommy Weeck
14**: Cole Seely 48: William Hahn 82: Jacob Baumert
15*: Dean Wilson 49: James Decotis 83: Levi Kilbarger
16*: Zach Osborne 50: Adam Cianciarulo 84: Jesse Wentland
17**: Cooper Webb 51*: Justin Barcia 85: Landon Powell
18*: David Millsaps 52: Mitchell Oldenburg 86: Zackery Freeberg
19**: Justin Bogle 53: Jimmy Albertson 87: Cody Gilmore
20*: Broc Tickle 54: Ryan Sipes 88: Dakota Alix
21: Jason Anderson 55: Kyle Peters 89: Brady Kiesel
22*: Chad Reed 56: Cole Thompson 90: Topher Ingalls
23: Weston Peick 57: Jackson Richardson 91: Chris Howell
24*: Brett Metcalfe 58: Killian Rusk 92: Cade Clason
25*: Marvin Musquin 59: Dakota Tedder 93: Dillian Epstein
26*: Michael Byrne 60: Jake Canada 94*: Ken Roczen
27*: Nicholas Wey 61: Michael Leib 95: Nick Gaines
28: Jessy Nelson 62: Anthony Rodriquez 96: Sean Collier
29*: Andrew Short 63: Chris Blose 97: Darryn Durham
30: Christophe Pourcel 64: AJ Catanzaro 98: Gavin Faith
31: Alex Martin 65: Scott Champion 99: Paul Coates
32: Justin Hill 66: Christopher Alldredge 800*: Mike Alessi
33*: Joshua Grant 67: Dean Ferris
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WINS BY RIDER NAME
Over time, class names have changed to reflect different machinery in the premier and support classes. The current premier class is the 450SX class
and the support class is the 250SX class. From 2006 to 2011, the premier class was known as the Supercross class (SX) and the support class was
known as Supercross Lites (SX Lites). Prior to 2006, the premier class was known as 250cc and the support class was known as 125cc. The support
classes are separated into East (E) and West (W) regional championships and are defined as such below.
YEAR DATE CLASS LOCATION MACHINE
GREG ALBERTYN, SOUTH AFRICA
1997 1/11 250cc LOS ANGELES, CA SUZUKI
1999 10/10 250cc/U.S. Open LAS VEGAS, NV SUZUKI
JASON ANDERSON, ENDGEWOOD, NM
2013 4/27 250SX W SALT LAKE CITY, UT SUZUKI RM-Z250
2014 1/4 250SX W ANAHEIM, CA KTM 250SX-F
2014 1/11 250SX W PHOENIX, AZ KTM 250SX-F
2014 1/25 250SX W OAKLAND, CA KTM 250SX-F
2014 4/5 250SX W HOUSTON, TX KTM 250SX-F
BUDDY ANTUNEZ, ONTARIO, CA
1990 3/24 125cc W PASADENA, CA SUZUKI
1990 6/16 125cc W SAN JOSE, CA SUZUKI
1990 6/23 125cc W LOS ANGELES, CA SUZUKI
BLAKE BAGGETT, GRAND TERRACE, CA
2010 3/20 SX LITES E DALLAS, TX SUZUKI
2011 3/5 SX LITES E DAYTONA BEACH, CA KAWASAKI KX250F
2011 5/7 SX LITES E LAS VEGAS, NV KAWASAKI KX250F
DAVID BAILEY, AXTON, VA
1983 1/29 250cc ANAHEIM, CA HONDA
1983 5/14 250cc WASHINGTON, D.C. HONDA
1983 7/24 250cc FOXBORO, MA HONDA
1984 3/10 250cc DAYTONA BEACH, FL HONDA
1984 3/24 250cc HOUSTON, TX HONDA
1984 7/28 250cc FOXBORO, MA HONDA
1984 9/29 250cc SACRAMENTO, CA HONDA
1985 5/11 250cc LOS ANGELES, CA HONDA
1986 1/18 250cc ANAHEIM, CA HONDA
1986 4/12 250cc PONTIAC, MI HONDA
1986 4/13 250cc PONTIAC, MI HONDA
1986 4/26 250cc IRVING, TX HONDA
BLAKE BAGGETT
2014 3/8 250SX E DAYTONA BEACH, FL KAWASAKI KX250F
JUSTIN BARCIA, PINETTA, FL
2010 3/13 SX LITES E TORONTO, ON, CANADA HONDA
2010 4/17 SX LITES E ST. LOUIS, MO HONDA
2011 2/12 SX LITES E HOUSTON, TX HONDA CRF250
2011 3/19 SX LITES E JACKSONVILLE, FL HONDA CRF250
2011 4/9 SX LITES E ST LOUIS, MO HONDA CRF250
2012 2/18 250SX E ARLINGTON, TX HONDA CRF250
2012 2/25 250SX E ATLANTA, GA HONDA CRF250
2012 3/3 250SX E ST. LOUIS, MO HONDA CRF250
2012 3/10 250SX E DAYTONA BEACH, FL HONDA CRF250
2012 3/24 250SX E TORONTO, ON HONDA CRF250
2012 5/4 250SX E LAS VEGAS, NV HONDA CRF250
2013 1/12 450SX PHEONIX, AZ HONDA CRF450
2013 4/20 450SX SEATTLE, WA HONDA CRF450
MARK BARNETT, BRIDGEVIEW, IL
1979 7/14 250cc LOS ANGELES, CA SUZUKI
1980 5/4 250cc NEW ORLEANS, LA SUZUKI
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