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Results – Keyneton MCC Commemorate The 50th Mountain Man Trial Featuring Rockhopping SA 2024 SA Women’s Cup

Filed Under: News, Trials

Last Sunday, April 28th, witnessed the commemoration and jubilation of the 50th running of the Mountain Man Trial, organised by Keyneton MCC. The event featured the Rockhopping SA 2024 SA Women’s Cup. This year’s occasion was made even more special as it marked the 16th time Keyneton MCC has hosted the event duo. The picturesque Ahrens Ponderosa at Menglers Hill provided the perfect backdrop, attracting riders not only from South Australia but also from Victoria, drawn by the promise of exceptional weather and challenging terrain. 

Riders of all abilities were greeted with a fantastic course meticulously laid out by the Keyneton MCC. The course boasted many fresh obstacles, ensuring the 59-strong field of riders remained engaged and on their toes throughout the event. Adding to the day’s festivities was the presence of former A-Grade competitor and Keyneton MCC life member, Bob Petts. Despite making the journey down from Wallaroo, Bob Petts was enthusiastic about being the special guest on the day. His pivotal role in naming the ‘Mountain Man’ Trial made him a standout figure in the history of South Australian Trials. Competitors and trial fans alike had the unique opportunity to meet and interact with a key player in shaping the legacy of South Australian Trials.

The 50th Mountain Man Trial was not just a celebration of endurance and skill but also a tribute to the rich history and community spirit that defines the sport of Trials in South Australia. As riders tackled the challenging course and spectators cheered them on, the event served as a reminder of the passion and camaraderie that unite all participants of this thrilling sport. Here’s to another 50 years of Mountain Man Trials and the enduring legacy they represent.

South Australian Trials Sports Manager Matthew Petersen said “Having Bob Petts, the man who named the Mountain Man Trial attend in person and speak at riders briefing to celebrate the 50th running of the event was really special.

 The event also incorporated the running of the Rockhopping SA 2024 SA Women’s Cup, with 13 ladies battling it out over 60 sections across the day.

 With awesome weather, a massive field of competitors including those making the trek from interstate and lots of spectators, this was a first-class event run by the Keyneton MCC team that was thoroughly enjoyed by all”.

Photos thanks to Brian Lang.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Results – SA Takes On The Paperclip For ASBK Championship Round 3

Filed Under: ASBK, News

Round 3 of the 2024 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul Australia, saw our SA tarmac knee sliders make the journey up to Queensland Raceway, also known as “The Paperclip”. With the circuit renowned for providing exceptional fast-paced lap times and edge-of-the-seat racing, round 3 looked to be a perfect storm for down-to-the-line victories & overall Championship leaderboard shake-ups. Of course, you better believe SA would be at the centre of it all. Before we dive into the round results and see where our riders are positioned in the Championship after Round 3, let’s quickly review some of the weekend’s highlights. 

Alpinestars Australian Superbike –

Unitech Racing’s Arthur Sissis stayed in the thick of the premier class action, improving from a 9th place finish in race 1 to take 5th place in race 2 with a cracking fastest lap time of 1:07.984. This put him in 7th for the weekend and just outside the top 10 overall for 2024, in 12th place.

Michelin Supersport –

Continuing his dominant streak, Olly Simpson sits in the Championship second place overall by just 1 point ahead of Jake Farnsworth and Tom Bramich, both tied on 102 points. This was no easy feat, with heavy competition challenges in race 1 resulting in a 6th-place finish. He then avoided the race 2 red flag carnage of Jack Mahaffy’s crash to claim the 3rd for both race 2 and the weekend overall. With plenty of time left in the 2024 Championship, only time will tell if Olly can close the gap and take the overall lead.

Olly Simpson #45 chasing down NSW’s Archie McDonald #69 – Photo by RbMotoLens.

Race and Road Supersport 300 –

From the get-go, Jordy Simpson set a cracking pace, posting the fastest time in free practice 2 and edging out the NSW powerhouse competition of Valentino Knezovic. He then qualified in 6th place, just 0.756 seconds behind the leader. Despite a setback in race 1 due to a late red flag, Jordy joined brother Mitch and the returning Tara Morrison in all the front-pack challenges. As we approach the halfway point, only 5 points separate Jordy and Mitch for Championship 4th and 5th places – there’s still time to break onto the podium for 2024.

Showing she hasn’t lost her touch, ‘Tornado’ Tara Morrison made her championship return after being sidelined due to an injury in Round 1 of the SA Road Race Championship. She demonstrated nothing but consistency, being a part of the front-pack battles and having a solid weekend with a 7th place finish across all the SS300 races, ultimately securing 5th place overall for the weekend and continuing her journey in the 2024 Championship points.

Of course, we couldn’t go past the SS300 race without mentioning Ryder Gilbert joining the grid as a wild card entrant on a Unitech Racing R3 machine. He looked as comfortable as ever with a string of top-10 race finishes, proving he is not to be counted out in the front-pack tussles.

The weekend took a tough turn for Georgia Stephens after a promising start knocking down her practice times; she had a big high side in the final practice session, resulting in a broken collar bone. Hopefully, we will see her back on the grid healthy and recovered soon.

Tara Morrison splitting the difference between Mitch Simpson #66 & Jordy Simpson #33. Photo by Pit Lane Studio.
Ryder Gilber #72 ready to take on ‘everything round 3 can throw at him. Photo by Pit Lane Studio.
Georgia Stephens #22 before her unfortunate weekend early exit crash.

Keep up to date on each of our SA riders’ ASBK 2024 Championship journey through their social media pages.

Unitech Racing Team –https://www.facebook.com/ArthurSissis61RacingTeam

Arthur Sissis – https://www.facebook.com/arthursissis61

Michael Kemp – https://www.facebook.com/michaelkempracing

Ty Lynch – https://www.facebook.com/TyraLynchRacing 

Olly Simpson – https://www.facebook.com/ollysimpsonracing

Cooper Rowntree –  https://www.facebook.com/CooperRowntree57

Sam Pezzetta – https://www.facebook.com/groups/168193281155722

Tara Morrison – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087208255688

Jordy Simpson  – https://www.instagram.com/jordy_simpson33/

Mitch Simpson – https://www.instagram.com/simpson_mitchello/

Ryder Gilbert – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089634796268

Georgia Stephens  – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082959693425

Get all the ASBK action –

WEBSITE;             https://www.asbk.com.au/

SOCIALS;              https://www.facebook.com/asbksuperbikes

RESULTS;             https://www.computime.com.au/Default 

 

Round 3 results – and where the round riders are sitting in the Championships for 2024!

RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 OVERALL CHAMPIONSHIP
ALPINE STARS SUPERBIKES (after round 3 of 7)
Arthur Sissis 9th 5th 7th 12th
Ty Lynch  DNF 19th   20th   18th
Michael Kemp 17th 18th   18th   19th
MICHELIN SUPERSPORT (after round 3 of 7)
Olly Simpson 6th 3rd 3rd 2nd
Cooper Rowntree 11th 12th   9th 16th
Sam Pezzetta  10th 14th   10th 22nd
   
300 SUPERSPORT (after round 3 of 7)
Mitch Simpson  8th 15th 9th 10th   4th
Jordy Simpson 10th 10th 8th 7th 5th
Tara Morrison 7th 7th 7th 5th   10th 
Ryder Gilbert 11th 9th 10th 9th   14th
Georgia Stephens – – – –    

Preview – Keyneton MCC Celebrates The 50th Mountain Man Trial, including Rockhopping SA 2024 SA Women’s Cup & Diener/Holmes Sidecar Trophy

Filed Under: News, Trials

Marking its 50th anniversary the Keyneton MCC will be bringing all the festivities of the 2024 Mountain Man Trial, including Rockhopping SA 2024 SA Women’s Cup & Diener/Holmes Sidecar Trophy this coming weekend. To make the most of the recent lack of rain, all the Trial competitions will be brought to the bottom of Menglers Hill at Ahrens Ponderosa. 

Adding to the excitement and competition level, the event will also feature Rockhopping SA 2024 South Australian Women’s Cup and the 2024 Diener/Holmes Sidecar Trophy events (all adding up to the 16th time these standout events have been hosted by Keyneton and with well over half of the events drawing interstate competitor interest, it’s a safe bet 2024 will see interstate talents add their names to the entry list. 

As 58 riders are all ready to take on an exceptional course, the 50th year is going to be one to remember. As South Australia dominates the entry list, they will be facing off with some exceptional Victorian riders making the trip over for all the celebrations. 

With Keyneton Motorcycle Club gearing up to offer competitors another standout year, a possible 48-section trip spread across 4 laps and encompassing 12 challenging sections, will keep riders of all abilities on their toes. On top of a standout course, the day will see a full lineup of classes for ‘solo ‘blokes’ (see below), plus senior and junior non-competitive classes for those just looking to have a ride!

Adding to the special commemoration of the event will see the return of many key past-generation personalities, riders and special guests, including the man instrumental in naming the ‘Mountain Man’, former A Grade competitor & former Keyneton MCC life member, Bob Petts. 

Says Bob when thinking back to 1975, “The naming of the first Mountain Man came from a perception of Richard Rake and myself that a certain gangly, bearded rough diamond of a gentleman named Geoff ‘Wack’ Barratt resembled a ‘Mountain of a Man’. There was a lot of excitement and enthusiasm surrounding this event. We were breaking new ground in a patch of new ground S.S.W. of Camel Rock.…”

Unfortunantly, ‘Wack Barratt has since passed but the club will be inviting family members and long-time friend and passenger, Laurence ‘Willie’ Williams, to attend the event as special guests of the club.

All that’s left to do is make sure you’re trackside to experience all the celebrations of this 50th-anniversary honour and witness trials talents of all ages show what they’ve got.

MOTORCYCLING SA EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE: THREE (3) LEVEL 1 COACHES COURSES LOCKED IN FOR OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2024.

Filed Under: Coaches, News

Motorcycling SA is excited to announce that October / November 2024 will see three (3) Level 1 Coaches Courses held in SA, with 2 of them to be held in regional areas, and the final one in the metro area.

The regional areas targeted for 2024 are the Eyre Peninsula in the west, and the South East in the south, with Port Lincoln to host the course in the ‘wild west’, and Keith to host the one ‘down south’. Motorcycling SA would like to thank both clubs for making their venues available for the course, and even though they are being held at motocross tracks, it should be known that the Level 1 Coaches Course covers all disciplines of the sport!

The Course components comprise 2 full days, day 1 for the theory components, and day 2 for the practical side of the course and this course is fully supported and recognised by Motorcycling Australia, Sport Aus and the Australian Institute of Sport – and as stated, is suitable for ALL disciplines of the sport – ATV (Quads), Dirt Track, Enduro, Motocross, Reliability Trial, Road Race, Speedway and Trial.

Attendance at each course will be limited to a maximum of 21 participants. Get your name in fast 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, Mount Gambier, Mount Gambier Junior, Riverland Junior, Riverland Speedway and Robe clubs will have preference at the South course.

Nominations are now open through the Motorcycling SA website, www.motorcyclingsa.org.au/coaches-and-officials/coaches. One of the mandatory requirements to become a coach is to have a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) through the DSCI – 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 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.
  • 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 Sport Australia ‘Community Coaching – Essential Skills Course’ The link to this is on the coaching page of the MSA website. Please print your certificate and bring it to the course 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.
            • **RPL (Required Prior Learning) can also be used for this.

LEVEL 1 COACHES CAN:

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

Results – 2024 Anzac Meeting Drops The Season Curtain On Sidewinders U16 Speedway Club Series

Filed Under: News, Speedway

After a full season of racing, the final event of the year at Sidewinders U16 Speedway Club took place last Saturday night for their 2024 Anzac Meeting. Adding to the excitement, the night also featured the rescheduled Presidents Cup, originally planned for the night before. This resulted in the winner of the main feature race taking out the 2024 Anzac Day honours, and the Presidents Cup being presented to a person or rider chosen by the president.

With a great field of riders, including plenty of familiar young talents, junior speedway fans were in for a treat with plenty of returning faces keen to give it one last crack for the season. Adding to the excitement of the competition classes, we saw a great lineup of novice riders, featuring non-competitive classes such as 50cc Auto and the 50cc demo class.

From the get-go, Victoria’s Blake Schlein got off to an early start with sights firmly set on the Anzac meeting honours, however returning regular Ryleigh McGregor would prove to be tough to beat as both took domineering positions across the night heats. With absolute class, Ryleigh McGregor rode an exceptional final to take out the 2024 Anzac Day meeting in front of Riley Stout in second and Hayden Kuchel in third. Unfortunately, it would be a challenging final for Blake Schlein, who received an exclusion for touching the tape.

After an exceptional night of competitive riding and to round out the season, congratulations to Connor Machin for being awarded the Presidents Cup for 2024.

President of the Sidewinders U16 Speedway Club, Adam Possingham said “I would like to send a massive thank you to the amazing volunteers for all their hard work behind the scenes in making this season such a success. This year has continued to be a deeply rewarding experience seeing our junior riders excel both locally and even internationally. I am really excited and looking forward to what’s in store for next season and hope everyone has a great relaxing off-season”.

There’s certainly nothing quite like a night at Sidewinders U16 Speedway Club, and with a well-earned offseason ahead for volunteers to recharge, we’re counting down the days until we see the track light up again with junior speedway talents.

Photo credit Terry Scriven Photography

Full photo album – HERE.

2024 Anzac Meeting results:

Heat 1 Blake Schlein, Hayden Kuchel, Connor Machin, Hayden Matthews 41.01
Heat 2 Ryleigh McGregor, Riley Stout, Connor Machin, William Nicol 42.71
Heat 3 Blake Schlein, Riley Stout, Hayden Kuchel, Hayden Matthews 41.09
Heat 4 Ryleigh McGregor, Hayden Kuchel, Connor Machin, William Nicol 41.79
Heat 5 Blake Schlein, Riley Stout, William Nicol, Hayden Matthews 41.56
Heat 6 Ryleigh McGregor, Blake Schlein, Connor Machin, Hayden Kuchel 42.43
Heat 7 Ryleigh McGregor, Hayden Matthews, William Nicol, Riley Stout (Fex) 43.06
Semi-final: Hayden Kuchel, Connor Machin, William Nicol, Hayden Matthews 44.54
Final: Ryleigh McGregor, Riley Stout, Hayden Kuchel, Blake Schlein (exT) 42.50
Support Event Riders:
Kolby Schultz
Hope Coats
Oliver Coats
Curtis Sanders 
Toby Monkhouse 
Nate Sadler
Axel Smith
Izabelle Murtagh
Cooper Coats
Jett Williams 

2023 MOTORCYCLING SA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – A NEW ERA BEGINS!

Filed Under: News

The 2023 Motorcycling SA Annual General Meeting was held on Tuesday, April 9th 2024 at MSA Hall on The Parade at Beulah Park, with 20 attendees representing 12 of our affiliated clubs, along with another 10 online through Teams representing 8 affiliates, along with 5 MSA Board Members.

After the required Reports were tabled, President, MSA Office, Sports Managers and Financial, the 2 incoming MSA Board members were ‘elected’ for the next 2 years, with Brenton Matters and Sofie Kraft being the only applicants. This meant a vote wasn’t needed and both were welcomed by all present.

Sofie responded in that, while she feels she has a lot to learn, she has thoroughly enjoyed her 18 months as an appointed Board Member, and she now looks forward to working to make the sport even better, while enlarging her knowledge base as an elected Board Member.

Brenton then thanked all present, before making it clear that he will not be re-standing to be the MSA President, so ending his tenure in the ‘top job’ at 12 years (see below) and stated in his report that: “I want to thank you all for the support I have had from across the sport in the past 12 years. I want to thank the MSA Board Members past and present for their support and contribution to the sport. I was going to step down from the Board completely but there is still unfinished work to do, so I am staying on the Board to support Rocky Warren as the new MSA President predominantly on National matters.”

Although not to be confirmed until the May MSA Board Meeting, Paul ‘Rocky’ Warren has been anointed as the incoming MSA President, and he will become just the 10th person to hold the position of President, since the MCC of SA became what is now MSA in 1952. 

All present welcomed Rocky to the position, and he stated that while Brenton was remaining as his Vice President (incoming) for the next 2 years to concentrate on the National issues, Rocky himself, will be focussed more on what happens inside SA’s borders and continuing the resurgence in participation numbers post COVID-19, and that he looks forward to working with all of MSA’s affiliates over the next 2 years.

This means the make up of the MSA Board for the coming year will:

  • Rocky Warren President 2023-24
  • Brenton Matters Vice President 2024-25
  • Carole Fear elected 2023-24
  • Sofie Kraft elected 2024-25
  • David Parker appointed
  • Mike Hampton appointed

Both Rocky and Brenton did state, most emphatically, that new people are always welcome to apply to sit on the MSA Board, with the current Board having now implemented a 3 term limit (6 years) of holding a Board position, to ensure a continuing roll over of new people and ideas coming into the sport.

To this end, the Motorcycling SA Office will open nominations for the MSA Board’s 2 elected positions on September 3 2024, with the timeline to be as follows:

  • MSA Board nominations OPEN                       Tuesday, September 3rd 2024
  • MSA Board nominations CLOSE                     Tuesday, December 3rd 2024
  • MSA nominations Ballot sent to Clubs           Tuesday, January 7th 2025
  • Ballot closes                                                        Tuesday, March 4th 2025
  • Any new Board members announced             Tuesday, April 8th 2025 – 2024 MSA AGM

The 2 positions that will be up for re-election are currently being held by Rocky Warren and Carole Fear.

The floor was opened for questions and after a few relating to the MSA Annual Report, the meeting was closed at 7.47pm.

The normal ‘bar talk’ then flowed amongst all present, with the doors of MSA Hall finally being closed at just after 9.00pm, with MSA and the MSA Board thanking all the Clubs that took the time to attend, including: 

  • 24 Hour Trial Committee (Teams) 
  • Adelaide Hills MCC
  • AJS Moto Trial Club of SA
  • Atujara MCC
  • Café Racer Club of SA
  • Gawler MCC
  • Historic MCRR of SA
  • Kadina Motocross Club (Teams) 
  • Keyneton MCC
  • Juventus MCC
  •  Levis MCC 
  • Morgan MCC (Teams) 
  • Mount Gambier MCC (Teams)
  • Mud N Tars MCC (Teams)  
  • Northern Longtrack & Speedway Promotions (Teams)
  • Phoenix MCC 
  • Sidewinders U16 Speedway (Teams)
  • Speedway Riders Association
  • Tea Tree Gully (Teams)
  • Velocette MCC

Outgoing MSA President, Brenton Matters, with wife Vicki, (left) and the incoming and 10th MSA President, Rocky Warren, with wife Leanne (right), at previous MSA Night of Champions awards night.