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Preview: River Murray Trial – A Test of Determination at Round 5 of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Championship

Filed Under: News, Reliability, State Championship

As the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championships near their penultimate round, anticipation is mounting for the SAPMAC MCC’s River Murray Trial this Saturday, 31st August. The loamy Murray Mallee stages are set to test the mettle of 149 determined riders, each prepared to push themselves and their bikes to the absolute limit. With rain in the forecast, the competition could see unexpected twists as riders battle for those crucial late-season Championship points.

Adding to the excitement, riders will once again set off on their Round 5 journey from the familiar backdrop of the Palmer Main control, while new stages introduced for 2024 promise fresh challenges. It’s shaping up to be a massive day for reliability trial fans, young and old.

 

Entry List:

Sam Nenasheff, the current leader of the 2024 Solo Outright Championship, will be seeking every opportunity to extend his lead and solidify his claim to the title. However, this won’t be an easy task, as Clinton Voigt trails by just 5 points heading into Round 5. With Voigt’s previous successes in the River Murray Trial, there is a real possibility we could see a new Championship leader emerge after the weekend. Shane Diener remains firmly in the top 3 mix, aiming for the second-place overall spot.

In the sidecar class, Ross Watson and Cooper Winter will lead a strong field, closely followed by Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook. Adding to the excitement, the current second-place Championship duo, Michael Kerin and Joshua Schutz, are poised to deliver a fantastic performance this weekend.

Round 5 promises to be thrilling, with Jake Henderson and Liam McConnell gearing up to compete in the Clubman Open 2 Stroke class, joining an already impressive lineup. In the Women All Powers Championship, Chloe Barton is fiercely pursuing the 2024 title and will face strong competition from Sofie Kraft. The event will also feature masters, veterans, and a substantial field of expert sidecars and solos. Additionally, fans can look forward to seeing classic Pre-1990 bikes showcasing their timeless charm on the course.

Check out the full rider list – HERE.

Shane Diener – Image by David Jenke.
Liam McConnell – Image by Damian Cravero Photography.

Where & Spectator Key Info:

At the Palmer Oval Main Control, spectators will find a hub of activity and excitement throughout the day. The Mid Murray CFS will be on hand to provide hot food and cold drinks, ensuring everyone stays refreshed and energized. Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or taking a break from the action, the Main Control will be the perfect spot to enjoy the day’s events. With South Australia’s top Reliability Trial riders tackling a challenging and diverse course, this is a day you won’t want to miss.

The SA Reliability Trial Championship is proud to feature exceptional stages set against beautiful scenery on private properties. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the event, except for service animals.

Plan out your trip – HERE. 

Live Timing:

Keep up with the Championship results as they happen, no matter where you are on the course, by following live timing:

  • Go to sartchampionship.au and follow the “LIVE TIMING” links.
  • Scan the QR code in the program or at Main Control.
  • Live timing viewing will be available on screen at Main Control.

Results:

Once it’s all said and done, the results will be published on the SART Championship Series website. Results will be provisional for 5 days after publication to allow competitors to review them. After 5 days, they will be locked in and final. For Supplementary Regulations, the latest news, and more, please visit sartchampionship.com.

 

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Stay updated on the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trials Championship by following us on social media! Keep track of the latest news, photos, and event updates on Facebook and the Official SART Championship Website. Don’t miss any of the action!

 

 

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Highlights and Provisional Results – Gawler Motorcycle Centre’s 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship Round 4

Filed Under: News, Reliability, State Championship

With the competition tightly contested leading into Round 4 of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre SA Reliability Trial Championship, fans and riders flocked to Mallala on Saturday, August 10th, as Levis MCC brought the excitement of the Gil Harris Trial to life. The perfect weather, coupled with the buzz of anticipation at Main Control, made it a day to be enjoyed by both young and old alike.

In the overall Open Solo Championship standings, just 8 points separated the top 5, setting the stage for a fiercely contested Round 4. Anyone had the potential to dethrone current Championship leader Sam Nenasheff. From the outset, Tom Mosey emerged as a serious challenger, with just 2 seconds separating him from Nenasheff at the end of lap 1. Lap 2 was all Mosey’s as he widened the gap by another 17 seconds, securing both the Round 4 Open Solo and outright win. The fight for the final podium spot was equally intense, with Cody Schiller narrowly edging out Championship runner-up Clinton Voigt by just 5 seconds, despite Voigt’s valiant charge in lap 2.

Ross Watson & Cooper Winter dominated the Open Sidecar Class in Round 4, securing the win with a commanding 66-second lead after lap 1, which they extended to an impressive 111-second margin over second-place finishers Hector Evans & Shaun Buckley. The battle for third place was a nail-biter, with David Pratt & Adrian Rohrlach going head-to-head with Michael Kerin & Joshua Schutz. Although Kerin & Schutz held an 8-second lead after lap 1, Pratt & Rohrlach fought back on lap 2, ultimately clinching the third spot, finishing just 30 seconds behind the open sidecar runners-up.

The provisional results for the Open Solo and Sidecar classes are listed below. For a complete breakdown across all classes, visit the SART website. These results will remain provisional until midnight on Friday, August 16th, with Championship standings to be updated thereafter.

As we gear up for the second-to-last round of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship, anticipation is mounting for the River Murray Trial in the Mannum district on August 31st. Presented by SAPMAC MCC, this round promises fierce competition as established rivalries clash with the Championship title at stake. With entries filling up fast, make sure you don’t miss out—register by Friday, August 23rd, to secure your spot!

Cover photo: dynamic duo, Ross Watson & Cooper Winter on their way to the Open Sidecar Win – Image thanks to SandPlow Photography.

Gil Harris Trial, Round 4 – Provisional Outright:

Open Solo:

Pos No Name Class Lap 1 Lap 2 Stages Total Gap
1 72 Thomas Mosey F 1388 1442 14 2830 +0
2 133 Samuel Nenasheff A 1390 1459 14 2849 +19
3 67 Cody Schiller F 1395 1470 14 2865 +35
4 132 Clinton Voigt A 1404 1466 14 2870 +40
5 70 Ryan Waldhuter F 1425 1451 14 2876 +46
6 103 Henry Blenkiron G 1433 1475 14 2908 +78
7 99 Daniel Fraser G 1417 1496 14 2913 +83
8 85 Jake Henderson D 1411 1506 14 2917 +87
9 74 Kurtis Riebke F 1423 1501 14 2924 +94
10 37 Shane Diener V 1427 1503 14 2930 +100
11 107 Rhys Jenke G 1445 1494 14 2939 +109
12 66 Matthew Aimann F 1457 1486 14 2943 +113
13 69 Charley Kerin F 1455 1495 14 2950 +120
14 92 Liam McConnell D 1509 1465 14 2974 +144
15 78 Charlie Semmler F 1480 1514 14 2994 +164
16 65 Dwayne Rumsey F 1447 1552 14 2999 +169
17 71 Clayton Fechner F 1457 1547 14 3004 +174
18 91 Jordan Ball D 1472 1545 14 3017 +187
19 129 Nathan Noble A 1456 1569 14 3025 +195
20 134 Nathan Newell A 1462 1569 14 3031 +201
21 38 Shaun Harman V 1468 1570 14 3038 +208
21 44 Andrew Dillon V 1463 1575 14 3038 +208
23 75 Zane Gerlach F 1480 1564 14 3044 +214
24 108 Tyson Clarke G 1498 1567 14 3065 +235
25 90 Jack Wormald D 1500 1573 14 3073 +243
25 98 Matthew Taylor G 1507 1566 14 3073 +243
27 97 Liam Sander G 1506 1571 14 3077 +247
28 49 Duane Woolford M 1500 1586 14 3086 +256
29 87 Todd Knight D 1527 1579 14 3106 +276
30 39 Paul Grosser V 1518 1604 14 3122 +292
31 102 Nick Stevens G 1541 1601 14 3142 +312
32 128 Brendon Noble A 1512 1634 14 3146 +316
33 76 Nicholas Schulz F 1509 1648 14 3157 +327
34 93 Cameron Caruso G 1569 1610 14 3179 +349
34 95 Chris Thomas G 1557 1622 14 3179 +349
36 81 Jake Humphrys F 1487 1700 14 3187 +357
37 77 Saxon Kearns F 1558 1634 14 3192 +362
38 86 Simon Haydon D 1571 1667 14 3238 +408
39 115 Bailey Caire G 1494 1777 14 3271 +441
40 110 Tom Couzner G 1655 1622 14 3277 +447
41 88 Ryan Wood D 1559 1720 14 3279 +449
42 113 Nathan Caple G 1599 1687 14 3286 +456
43 64 Corey Redden F 1548 1743 14 3291 +461
44 112 Josh Moyle G 1604 1714 14 3318 +488
45 40 Stephen Needham V 1578 1749 14 3327 +497
46 51 Greg Slattery M 1622 1728 14 3350 +520
47 84 Thomas McBain F 1615 1739 14 3354 +524
48 100 Robert Poole G 1604 1756 14 3360 +530
49 120 Thomas Friebel G 1551 1813 14 3364 +534
50 45 Shayne Bain V 1619 1747 14 3366 +536
51 55 Jeffrey Sparks M 1633 1764 14 3397 +567
52 111 Thomas Hodges G 1711 1699 14 3410 +580
53 54 Brett Hall M 1661 1765 14 3426 +596
54 106 Alex Bawden G 1584 1862 14 3446 +616
55 79 Keegan May F 1652 1795 14 3447 +617
56 42 Brian Gallasch V 1658 1816 14 3474 +644
57 43 Stuart Mackenzie V 1689 1793 14 3482 +652
58 41 Brett Farr V 1687 1850 14 3537 +707
59 104 Dylan Stacey G 1713 1872 14 3585 +755
60 62 Paul Collins P1 1701 1891 14 3592 +762
61 116 Chey Dahlitz G 1772 1864 14 3636 +806
62 94 Jaimee Heidenreich F 1800 1857 14 3657 +827
63 63 Adam Toolan P1 1778 1897 14 3675 +845
64 131 Charlie Milton A 2296 1401 14 3697 +867
65 101 Mackenzie Camp G 2176 1526 14 3702 +872
66 89 Mikel Nies D 1821 1899 14 3720 +890
67 58 Chloe Barton L1 1803 1921 14 3724 +894
68 46 Stephen Tomlinson M 1775 1958 14 3733 +903
69 119 Dion McPherson G 1713 2023 14 3736 +906
70 80 Matt Harkness F 2134 1609 14 3743 +913
71 50 David DeLaine M 1769 2070 14 3839 +1009
72 123 Josh Tommney G 1890 1980 14 3870 +1040
73 53 Lawrence Robertson M 1870 2020 14 3890 +1060
74 109 Thomas Nelson G 2033 1871 14 3904 +1074
75 118 Mitch Scott G 1859 2048 14 3907 +1077
76 57 Mike Wormald M 1860 2102 14 3962 +1132
77 122 Jack Back G 1955 2047 14 4002 +1172
78 56 Mark Taylor M 1891 2113 14 4004 +1174
79 68 Mark Rosewall F 1720 2364 14 4084 +1254
80 73 Christopher Causer F 2001 2222 14 4223 +1393
81 48 Paul Rumsey M 2057 2273 14 4330 +1500
82 59 Jasmine McPherson L1 2082 2375 14 4457 +1627
83 60 Naomi Findlay L1 2082 2431 14 4513 +1683
84 52 Colin Jenke M 2175 2539 14 4714 +1884
85 82 Simon Mattiske F 2650 2108 14 4758 +1928
86 117 Jonathon Carmody G 2522 3545 14 6067 +3237
EXC 114 Caleb Hastwell G 1809 1762 13 3571
DNF 61 Kevin Steinert P1 1886 0 7 1886
DNF 83 Noah Riebke F 206 0 1 206
DNS 47 Dominic Burman M 0 0 0 0
DNS 96 Todd Haydon G 0 0 0 0
DNS 105 Tyson Schumacher G 0 0 0 0
DNS 121 Steve Rosewall G 0 0 0 0
DNS 130 Toby Lewis A 0 0 0 0

Open Sidecar:

Pos No Name Class Lap 1 Lap 2 Stages Total Gap
1 29 Ross Watson / Cooper Winter C 1534 1592 14 3126 +0
2 30 Hector Evans / Shaun Buckley C 1600 1637 14 3237 +111
3 11 David Pratt / Adrian Rohrlach J 1644 1623 14 3267 +141
4 1 Michael Kerin / Joshua Schutz K 1636 1654 14 3290 +164
5 2 Russell Bailey / Marc Oxley K 1652 1644 14 3296 +170
6 10 Scott Richardson / Matthew Lee J 1654 1684 14 3338 +212
7 6 James Waldhuter / Brett Schiller K 1668 1709 14 3377 +251
8 31 Darren Winter / Lachlan Greenhalgh C 1652 1733 14 3385 +259
9 4 Jayden Coleby / samuel coleby K 1683 1704 14 3387 +261
10 3 Kristy Schultz / Mert Saegenschnitter K 1744 1705 14 3449 +323
11 9 Alex Turner / Melissa Paunola K 1698 1766 14 3464 +338
12 20 Elouise Dohse / Tianna Dohse L2 1763 1812 14 3575 +449
13 13 Barry Buckley / Todd Blackwell J 1767 1834 14 3601 +475
14 15 Michael Fechner / Stuart Gerhardy J 1808 1832 14 3640 +514
15 5 Harley Nicholls / Blake Tucker K 1834 1844 14 3678 +552
16 12 John Davies / Kym Menadue J 1816 1873 14 3689 +563
17 8 Adam Buckley / Luke Perdon K 1887 1920 14 3807 +681
18 21 Sofie Kraft / Bradley Hunter L2 1888 1975 14 3863 +737
19 14 Shane Rudloff / Damian Egan J 1888 2057 14 3945 +819
20 16 Antony Shanks / Duncan Greenhalgh J 2030 2033 14 4063 +937
21 18 Jason Whitfield / Jamie O’Brian P2 2062 2071 14 4133 +1007
22 19 Caroline Wilksch / Natasha Sky L2 1913 2369 14 4282 +1156
23 17 Glen Wundenberg / Erin Pratt J 2192 2334 14 4526 +1400
DNF 27 Daniel Plowman / Bradley Brook C 1541 377 9 1918
DNF 28 Shaun Blenkiron / Aiden Wilksch C 3855 0 7 3855
DNF 7 Samuel Wegener / Henry Graetz K 1215 0 5 1215

MSA’s LEVEL 1 COACHES COURSE UPDATE: DATE CHANGE FOR THE METRO COURSE IN NOVEMBER

Filed Under: Coaches, News

Due to a major date clash, MSA would like to announce that the metropolitan Level 1 Coaches Course has now been moved back by 1 week, and will now take place on the weekend of November 23rd & 24th. With this slight date change, we hope that more potential coaches will now be able to take up this opportunity to become a coach and play a part in developing tomorrow’s champions!

Registrations for all three (3) Level 1 Coaches Courses to be held, are still open, with Keith in the southeast and Port Lincoln on the west coast, both looking forward to hosting these courses in October and November.

Motorcycling SA would like to thank all three clubs for making their venues available for the course, and even though they are being held at motocross/speedway tracks, the Level 1 Course covers ALL disciplines of the sport, ATV (Quads), Dirt Track, Enduro, Motocross, Reliability Trial, Road Race, Speedway and Trial!

The Course components comprise of 2 full days – day 1 for the theory components, and day 2 for the practical side of the course. This course is fully supported and recognised by:

  • Motorcycling Australia,
  • Australian Sports Commission (SportAus), and
  • Australian Institute of Sport.

Attendance at each course will be limited to a maximum of 21 participants. Get your name in if you aspire to contribute to the sport, share your skills, and foster the development of the next generation of motorcycle stars.

Regional club members from the West – Kimba, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, West Coast and Whyalla – will have preference at the West course, while members of the Keith, Lameroo, Mount Gambier, Mount Gambier Junior, Pinnaroo, Riverland Junior, Riverland Speedway and Robe clubs will have preference at the South course.

The link to register is Here:

A mandatory requirement to become a coach is to have a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) through the South Australian Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit – if you don’t have one, let the MSA Office know and they can initiate it on your behalf, at no cost to you, as you are considered to be a volunteer for the sport.

 

 

EXTRA DETAILS:

COST:

$50.00 per person

This covers lunch on both days, as well as all course paperwork – and is to be paid on the Saturday morning of the event.

ALL ENQUIRIES:       

08 8332 9000, events@motorcyclingsa.org.au

 

THE REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO GET YOUR LEVEL 1:

  • Be a minimum of 16 years of age. (Can be 15yo at time of course, but won’t be accredited until turning 16)
  • Have at least 2 years practical experience in motorcycle competition as a competitor or official and have sound knowledge of motorcycling riding skills.
  • A Working with Children Screening is required and can be initiated by MSA (at no cost to you)
  • Hold a current “Provide First Aid” qualification.
  • Complete the online Australian Sports Commission ‘Community Coaching – Essential Skills’ Course Click here to access the course, or head to the coaching page on the MSA website. Please bring a copy of your certificate with you.
  • Have completed at least 20 hours of ‘Sports Specific Tasks’, and have logged this with the MSA Office, or on your Ridernet profile. The following are suitable activities:
          • Present or lecture at future courses
          • Attend Training Camps (this one qualifies)
          • Conduct some practical club coaching alongside a current coach.

LEVEL 1 COACHES CAN:

  • Take out their own permits, run coaching days, conduct endorsement coaching and Kick Start Coaching.
  • Coach a maximum of six people at a time, unless with a Level 2 coach who can then coach up to ten people at a time.

Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SART Championship – Who Will Triumph At The Gil Harris Trial?

Filed Under: News

Mark your calendars and get excited as Reliability Trial talents take centre stage this coming Saturday, the 10th of August, as Mallala prepares to come alive for the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SART Championship, Round 4 – the Gil Harris Trial. With Levis MCC at the helm, Round 4 promises to be a standout event and a crucial opportunity for contenders to close the points gap before the final stretch of the 2024 Championship.

This weekend will showcase a dynamic lineup of past champions and exciting new talents, all vying for essential Championship points. With 26 sidecars and 93 solos ready to go full throttle, the competition is set to be fierce. It could be anyone’s to win as the action unfolds in Mallala. Don’t miss out on the adrenaline-pumping excitement!

Entry List:

Leading the Clubman Sidecars, Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook will be aiming for redemption after a DNF cut short their Round 3, Lew Job 2-Day Trial weekend. They will be joined by exceptional teams, including the dynamic pairing of Shaun Blenkiron and Aiden Wilksch, along with the current Championship 5th place holders, Michael Kerin and Josh Schutz. With such competitive talent on display, the weekend’s bragging rights are truly up for grabs.

In the Solo Championship, the competition is incredibly tight, with Sam Nenasheff narrowly leading Clinton Voigt by just 1 point. Meanwhile, Shane Diener, starting with the advantage of a clear track, could be poised to pull off a dramatic upset and secure a round win.

Catch up on the full rider list – HERE.

Michael Kerin & Josh Schutz – Image by SandPlow Photography.
Shane Diener – Image by David Jenke.

 

Where:

For 2024, the Gil Harris Trial returns to Mallala, and the track crew has assured us that the rugged terrain will present plenty of challenges to keep our riders on their toes across the loamy course and give spectators plenty of exciting moments for the round 4 journey. 

Do yourself a favour and start your day by taking in all the excitement at the main control, located at 305 March Road, Grace Plains, Mallala, before grabbing a spectator map and embarking on a full day of Reliability Trial action.

Plan out your trip – HERE. 

 

Key Info:

With the first bike scheduled to leave main control at 12:01 pm, make sure to set your alarms to secure your ideal vantage spot. No need to worry if you don’t feel like dragging the esky along, as the Woolshed CFS will have you covered for food and drink at main control. 

The SA Reliability Trial Championship has been fortunate to offer riders exceptional stages through great scenery on private properties. However, dogs are NOT permitted at the event, with the exception of service animals.

Gather everyone for an unforgettable day at Mallala as the 2024 Reliability Trials Championship story continues.

 

Live Timing:

Keep up with the Championship results as they happen no matter where you are on the course by following live timing by – 

  • Go to sartchampionship.au and follow the “LIVE TIMING” links.
  • Scan the QR code in the program or at Main Control.
  • Live timing viewing will be available on screen at Main Control.

Results:

The Gil Harris Trial results will be published on the SART Championship Series website after the event. Results are provisional for 5 days after publication to allow competitors to review them. After 5 days, they will be locked in and final. For Supp Regs, the latest news, and more, please visit sartchampionship.com.

 

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Keep up with the action of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trials Championship on socials! Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and the Official SART Championship Website for the latest news, photos, and event updates. Don’t miss a moment of the excitement!

 

 

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CALLING ALL POTENTIAL ‘TEAM SA’ TEAM MEMBERS HEADING TO AJMX 2024

Filed Under: Motocross, News

Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the KTM 2024 Australian Junior Motocross Championships (AJMX) are now open!

Motorcycling SA (MSA) is excited to be calling for EOIs from our South Australian Motocross (SAMX) ‘young guns’ heading to the ‘wild, wild west’ for the KTM 2024 Australian Junior Motocross Championships (AJMX), being held from the 24th to the 28th of September.

The Australian Championship event is being held in the town of Bunbury, approximately 175kms south of Perth. Bunbury is a popular tourist spot and is well-known as a motocross venue, with the 1.8km sand-based Shrubland MX Park track providing a challenge for all riders, particularly the whoop section and the ruts in the intriguingly named ‘Soup Bowl’.

Team SA EOI’s are now OPEN and will close at 5.00pm on Friday, August 16th.

MSA will consider all applicants and announce the team on Friday 23rd August. All applicants will be contacted before the announcement to provide an update on the status of their application. Riders selected for TeamSA will be required to provide sizing for team apparel.

Applications for the positions of Team Manager and Coach are also open.

EOIs for riders, along with the team manager and coach’s positions can be lodged here: https://www.motorcyclingsa.org.au/ajmx-eoi/

MSA will endeavour to select a team of up to 12 riders, with selection to be results focused, based on the following:

  • International results;
  • Previous AJMX results; and/or
  • 2024 SAMX Championship results

At the event, the team manager will select a final team of eight riders to compete for the State Team Challenge. Selection will be based primarily on qualifying results (in accordance with the Manual of Motorcycle Sport Regulations (MoMS)).

Last year, Team SA finished 6th at the 2023 AJMX in the Northern Territory, featuring riders Tomi Doble, Riley Mullen, Ollie Paech, Emily Lambert, Ryder Woodrow, Danielle Churchett, Declan Smart and Nash Metcalfe. Below is the full contingent of the SA ‘young guns’ that raced in the red centre.

We look forward to seeing another large crew heading across the Nullarbor in 2024.

2024 SAMX Championship Round 4 Recap – West Coast MCC Rolls Out The Championship Red Carpet

Filed Under: Motocross, News, SAMX Championship

In the fourth and penultimate chapter of this year’s SAMX Championship, the 2024 SA Motocross Championship descended upon Ceduna’s West Coast Motorcycle Club for a weekend of intense racing. As the Championship nears its climax and the competitive spirit intensifies, many racers faced the unique challenges of the West Coast track for the first time. With unpredictable tight margins separating class leaders and potential upheavals in the points standings, the weekend promised to play a pivotal role in the final sprint to the finish line.

Full results of the weekend:

  • Saturday’s Juniors – HERE.
  • Sunday’s Seniors – HERE.

Article images courtesy of Eric McConnochie. Reach out if you want to purchase any of these Championship action shots.

 

Sunday 28 July

Pro MX 1 & Pro MX 2

Continuing the fresh rivalries from Round 3 in Robe, Ceduna hosted a fiery showdown as the Pro MX1 premier class approached the Championship’s final leg. Siegah Ward, with a firm grip on the overall class win, maintained his dominance with a clean sweep of wins for the weekend. His Pro MX1 win is nearly secured, though the South Coast finale remains a chance for potential upsets. Shane Carpenter put up a strong fight but finished as the MX1 runner-up.

In MX2, second-placed contender Noah Fergusson missed Ceduna, allowing Wil Carpenter to extend his lead with a clean points sweep for the weekend. Zac Hoffrichter battled hard to secure second place, while Matthew Quin was in contention for third until a final heat crash ended his chances for extra points.

Women All-Powers

Defending champion Amy Bartsch is well on her way to another Women All-Powers Championship, showing strong form with a clean sweep of firsts across all heats. Championship second-place holder Emma Haylock couldn’t close the gap and settled for second with second-place finishes in all heats. Gemma Gers started strong in Heat 1 but fell to fourth after a mistake in Heat 2, with Lexy Hayes taking third.

Expert All-Powers

The 2024 Expert Championship lead is heating up, with current leader Aaron Van Zetten holding a 22-point advantage. Lucas Brerton, hot on his heels, secured the Round 4 win with a mix of first, second, and third-place finishes. He heads into Round 5 trailing Zetten by just a few points. Liam Buckley claimed second place for Round 4 with wins in Heat 2 and Heat 3, while Cody Loffer secured third with a consistent scorecard of 4, 3, and 2.

 

150/250cc 13-U16Yrs

Noah Rochow continued his winning streak, dominating the 150/250cc 13-U16Yrs class at Ceduna with a perfect weekend. Kye Little narrowly claimed second place over Campbell Cadd by just 2 points. Little’s results were second, fourth, and second, while Cadd finished with a fourth, second, and third.

Clubman

If the pressures of leading the Clubman Championship were affecting Ian Ellis, he didn’t show it. With a clean sweep of firsts, he now holds a commanding 44-point lead. Jayden Hank secured second place with consistent performances of second in both heats and fourth in the final, finishing just 4 points ahead of Harry Guy, who had results of third, fifth, and second.

Vets 35-44Yrs & Vets 45+

In the Vets 35-44 years class, David Murphy claimed top honours after a competitive weekend. Nigel Walsh secured the runner-up spot with consistent performances in Heat 1 and Heat 3, and a strong challenge in Heat 2.

For the Vets 45+ class, Championship leader Charlie Hollis continued his dominant run, despite Darren Averay closing in with a strong opening heat. Hollis finished with a 2, 2, 3 scorecard, while Averay settled for second and Heath Boundy rounded out the top three.

Saturday 27 July

100-125cc 13-U16Yrs

Heading into the final round of the Championship, Joshua Whitehorn emerged as the new front-runner in the 100-125cc 13-U16Yrs class. After an exceptional weekend, he secured both the round win and the Championship lead, ahead of Dylan Gromball. Jayke Hansen took the round runner-up with two third-place finishes and a second, narrowly edging out Gromball by just 2 points.

Great Southern Security 150/250cc 12-U16Yrs Girls

Emily Lambert solidified her Championship lead with a perfect weekend, taking first place in all heats. Danielle Churchett claimed second place for both the round and the Championship with consistent second-place finishes. Maddi Bahnisch narrowly edged out Ava Sparrow for third by just 2 points, setting the stage for an exciting Round 5.

85/150cc S/W 12-U16Yrs

Round 4 featured a fierce competition between Dylan Gromball and Declan Smart. Each heat came down to a final lap sprint, with Gromball managing to hold his own for the round win and continuing his dominance in the 2024 Championship. Xavier Freeborn took third place, closing the gap to just 15 points behind for Championship third.

Great Southern Security 85cc 11-U16Yrs Girls

Lacey Thompson and Maddi Bahnisch kept the crowds guessing in a close contest. Bahnisch took an early lead with wins in the first two heats, but Thompson responded with a Heat 3 victory. Despite this, Bahnisch took control of the Championship lead ahead of the final round. Matilda Ryan secured third place for the round and continues to hold bronze overall.

85/150cc S/W 9-U12Yrs

The 85/150cc S/W 9-U12Yrs class kept spectators entertained with tight racing. Ollie Paech claimed the round win by just 2 points with a scorecard of 2, 2, 1, ahead of Bodhi Austin and current Championship leader Riley Mullen. Riley narrowly holds onto the Championship lead by 6 points over Ollie.

65cc 10-12Yrs

Riley Mullen continued his stellar Championship run with another gold star weekend, taking the 65cc 10-12Yrs class win despite tough competition from Bodhi Austin and Lachlan Murdoch. Lachlan secured the round silver with a third, second, and second-place finish, edging out Championship second-place contender Bodhi Austin by just 2 points.

65cc 7-9Yrs

Kobe Smart and Bailey Thompson engaged in a fierce battle for heat points. Kobe took the early lead with a win in Heat 1, but Bailey claimed first in Heat 2. Thompson secured the final heat win and the round gold despite challenges, while Kobe finished second overall after a fifth-place finish in Heat 3. Ollie Brombal rounded out the podium in third, facing strong competition from fourth-place finisher Olli Morgan.

50cc 7-U9Yrs

With Championship leader Carter Williamson not competing in Round 4, Oliver Thredgold seized the opportunity to take the lead. Thredgold won the first two heats and faced a tight battle with Leo Williamson in the final race, ultimately securing the round win and taking the lead into Round 5.

Charging up for the grand finale of the 2024 SA Motocross Championship, preparations are underway for a standout showdown at South Coast Motocross Club on September 14th and 15th, 2024. Entries will open soon through Ridernet, so be sure to secure your place for the final round of the Championship.