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South Aussies Bringing The Fight For The Final 2023 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championships Round 7

December 1, 2023 Filed Under: News

The finale of the 2023 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike, presented by Motul, will all come down to the line at the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend, from the 1st to the 3rd of December. Brace yourselves for an adrenaline-packed weekend as South Australia’s finest road racing talents go head-to-head against formidable opponents from across Australia for one more time.

Alpine Stars Superbike:

Arthur Sissis, currently positioned 9th in the Championship, eyes a climb up the ladder with just 16 points separating him from the 8th spot. His prowess at The Bend circuit might just play a pivotal role in his ascent. Meanwhile, Michael Kemp, sitting 14th in the Championship, aims to surpass NSW’s Paris Hardwick and Matt Walters, closing the gap of just 15 points between them.

ARTHUR SISSIS AND MICHAEL KEMP. IMAGES: PIT LANE STUDIO

Michelin Supersport:

The battle intensifies in the 2023 Michelin Supersport class. Olly Simpson, determined to reclaim the top spot from NSW’s Cameron Dunker, faces stiff competition from fellow South Aussie Ty Lynch, trailing Simpson by a mere 2 points. The fight for the top 3 heats up further as Championship 4th place holder Dallas Skeer defends against Victoria’s Scott Nicholson, trailing by only 3 points. Joining in all the action Declan Carberry, sitting in Championship 14th and Mitchell Simpson 19th overall, will be putting up a solid fight all weekend to gain those last chance, valuable Championship positions. Making his first appearance in the Supersport Championship, Cooper Rowntree will be looking to make his mark in some pretty tight racing battles.

*Dallas Skeer. Image: RbMotoLens – Rob Mott Photography*

*Declan Carberry. Image: Pit Lane Studio*

*Cooper Rowntree. Image: Pit Lane Studio*

Australian Supersport 300 & R3 Cup:

South Australia proudly showcases 9 exceptional riders in the Australian Supersport 300 class, with 6 of them participating in the Yamaha R3 Cup as well. Among them, Championship 14th Tara Morrison, 21st Brock Quinlan, and Jiabin Zhang are all geared up to give it their all one last time on the familiar Bend Motorsport Circuit. Doubleheaders in the Yamaha R3 feature Phoenix Agar, Georgia Stephens, Ghage Plowman, Sam Pezzetta (Championship 9th), Jordan Simpson (Championship 11th) and Ryder Gilbert (Championship 20th), all adding to the excitement. Notably, Georgia Stephens and Jiabin Zhang will make their ASBK debut at the event- can’t wait to see what that will bring to the action.

*Georgia Stephens. Image: Pit Lane Studio*

*Jordan Simpson. Image: Pit Lane Studio*

bLU cRU Oceania Junior Cup:

Archie Schmidt leads the 2023 series by just 1 point, setting the stage for an intense battle against Queenslands’ Bodie Page. Fans anticipate witnessing a South Aussie clinching the top spot. Rikki Henry, fresh from the FIM MiniGP World Series Finale in Spain, joins Schmidt on the track before they gear up for the 2024 Asia Talent Cup.

Sureflight Australian Superbike Masters:

Davo Johnson, after an impressive 6th place finish and a streak of podiums at round 6 Phillip Island, aims to make a mark in the final round 7 of the Sureflight Australian Superbike Masters.

Be Trackside or Tune In:

With an array of talent and nail-biting competitions on display, the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park is set to be the hub of excitement. Whether you’re trackside or tuning in via SBS On Demand and SBS Sport, prepare to witness exhilarating races and cheer on our South Australians.

For detailed spectator information, Check HERE. Join us and witness the climax of thrilling racing action as South Aussie talents take centre stage at Tailem Bend!

Event Preview – 2023 Webb Plastics SA Road Racing Championships RD 5 – Champions Set To Be Crowned For 2023

November 16, 2023 Filed Under: News, Road Racing, State Championship

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping close to the 2023 Webb Plastics SA Road Racing Championships RD 5, happening this weekend over the 18th and 19th of November, at the Mallala Motorsport Park, presented by Cafnix. South Australia’s most skilled road racers are revving up to return to the track and conclude the thrilling 2023 Championship saga. Over two action-packed days, witness more than 103 bikes in an electrifying lineup of classes—a spectacle you don’t want to miss.

Entry List:

As the final round approaches, the tension mounts with Michael Kemp holding a mere 5-and-a-half point lead, while Dwayne Tosen eyes any chance to snatch the Championship win. Charles Holding, in third place, isn’t far behind and could shake up the top spots. With 34 superbikes racing across the State Championship class, Steve Martin/Peter Kerr Cup, and the Reece Bancell Trophy (C & D Grade), expect high-octane action on the track.

Michael Kemp. Image: **Pit Lane Studio**

Charles Holding is close to securing the 2023 Supersport Championship with 308 points, followed by Dwayne Tosen at 240 points. The battle intensifies for the final spot on the Championship Supersport podium, as Mitchell Radford and Jayden Plowman tie at 133 points, ready for a weekend showdown.

Charles Holding. Image: **Pit Lane Studio**

You’re not going to want to miss a second of the Supersport 300 class -Victoria’s Brodie Gawith leads comfortably with 326 points, while the fight for the last two podium spots heats up. Ryder Gilbert (226 points), Tara Morrison (218 points), and Sam Pezzetta (203 points) promise a thrilling showdown for 2023.

Fresh from the 2024 Asia Talent Cup selection in Malaysia, Archie Schmidt, holding a significant points lead, secures titles as the 2023 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Winner and the 2023 SA Junior Road Racing Champion. The competition tightens for the SA Junior Cup’s second and third places, with Xayvion Amoy and Cooper Pitt separated by a single point. Don’t miss the talent of these young athletes as they hit the track one last time in 2023, setting the stage for next year’s budding junior riders. Only time will tell to see who’s repping the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Leathers in 2024.

Xayvion Amoy. Image: **Pit Lane Studio**

All this plus a PACKED roster of classes, see the Full Competitor List – HERE.

Location and Spectator Info:

Find excellent spectator spots across the hill as Mallala hosts the thrilling finale of South Australia’s Road Racing Championship for 2023. Just a short drive from Adelaide down the Port Wakefield Rd, Mallala Motorsport Park offers ample on-site parking. Gather your family for a fantastic racing weekend—entry for spectators is free.

Don’t worry about packing the fridge, the stocked Mallala Canteen will keep everyone well-fed with hot food and refreshing drinks throughout the weekend.

Live Updates:

For real-time updates and results, visit Computime to catch all the thrilling live-timing action.

Socials*

Stay updated on all the action as it unfolds by following CAFNIX on Facebook and Instagram.

MOTORCYCLING SA EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE UPCOMING LEVEL 1 COACHES COURSE.

November 15, 2023 Filed Under: All disciplines, Coaches, News

Motorcycling SA are excited to call for Expressions of Interest for the upcoming Level 1 Coaches Course to end off 2023, to be held over the weekend of Saturday & Sunday, December 16 & 17

The Course components comprise 2 full days, day 1 for the theory components, and day 2 for the practical side of the course. Course venues will be MSA Hall at Beulah Park for the theory and Sidewinders Junior Speedway at Wingfield for the practical.

Numbers are strictly limited to 21 attendees, and those who have already submitted EOI’s will have first preference (and have been contacted separately) – so be quick if you wish to put back into the sport in the best way possible, by developing tomorrow’s champions, today!

This course is fully supported and recognised by Motorcycling Australia, Sport Aus and the Australian Institute of Sport – and is suitable for ALL disciplines of the sport – ATV (Quads), Dirt Track, Enduro, Motocross, Reliability Trial, Road Race, Speedway and Trial.

FULL DETAILS:

DATES: Saturday & Sunday, December 16^th & 17^th

TIMES: Saturday 9.00am to 4.00pm & Sunday 8.30am to 3.00pm

VENUES: Saturday – MSA Hall, 251 The Parade, Beulah Park & Sunday – Sidewinders Junior Speedway, 8^th Street, Wingfield

COST: $50.00 per person (this will cover lunch both days, as well as all course paperwork)

BOOKING: HERE.

ENQUIRIES: 08 8332 9000, events@motorcyclingsa.org.au

REQUIREMENTS 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’ 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

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.

South Australia Brings The Heat To Tamworth For The 2023 Australian Speedway Championships

November 15, 2023 Filed Under: News, Speedway

Buckle up for a high-octane ride as the 2023 Australian Speedway Championships switch into high gear for an electrifying weekend in Tamworth, all set to unfold over the 17th and 18th of November. Nine of South Australia’s finest riders are en route, geared up to challenge the Nation’s top junior and senior speedway talents. With Sheer talent, no brakes and engines firing at full capacity, this weekend promises an adrenaline-fueled spectacle and a standout for all speedway enthusiasts.

This year, six talented riders, led by the exceptional Kobi Canning fresh from his SGP4 World Cup triumph, are set to take on Australia’s finest junior speedway racers, in the 2023 Australian U16 125 Individual Speedway Championship this coming Friday the 17th of Now. Joining Kobi to light up the track will be our team of formidable talents, including Ruby Chapman, Owen Chapman, Hayden Pascoe, Blake Hocking and Ryleigh McGregor, all in with a shot and vying for Championship glory.

Kobi Canning (Derrick Thomas Photography)

Ruby Chapman (Derrick Thomas Photography)

Owen Chapman (Derrick Thomas Photography)

Hayden Pascoe (Derrick Thomas Photography)

Ryleigh McGregor (Judy Mackay Photography)

November 18th marks a scorching showdown as the 2023 Australian Speedway Championships present the prowess of the nation’s finest talents across multiple categories. The day sizzles with the 2023 Australian U16 125 Individual Teams Speedway Championship, the 2023 Australian U21 Speedway Championship, and the intense 2023 Australian U16 250cc Speedway Championships, each set to showcase the absolute best of Australia’s Speedway elite.

Team Battles: Intense State Rivalries

The U16 125cc Solo Teams Championship promises intense standoffs between states, particularly a fierce competition brewing between SA and NSW, with QLD, Vic, and WA all jumping in on the action. Team SA, fielding both #1 and #2 squads, aims to outpace their rivals after a close second-place finish and a respectable 6th-place showing in 2022.

Team SA #1

Kobi Canning

Hayden Pascoe

Team SA #2

Ryleigh McGregor

Blake Hocking

The 250cc Championship: A Quest for Redemption

The 250cc Championship witnesses Ashley Jansen-Batchelor and Harry Sadler, touted as favorites, facing tough competition from reigning champion Mitchell McDiarmid and runner-up Beau Bailey. With unfinished business from last year, Ashley and Harry are determined to claim their place at the top.

Ashley Jansen-Batchelor (Steven Bloomfield Photography)

Harry Sadler (Terry Scriven Photography)

Rising Stars and Title Favorites

In the U21 Championship, Liam May seeks redemption after a strong 7th-place finish last year. The competition includes last year’s champion Keynan Rew, alongside formidable challengers Tate Zischke and James Pearson.

Join the Thrilling Action

As riders make their way to Tamworth and prepare for the Championships, we wish them safe travels and the best of luck. Follow the entire event on Facebook and check out the complete lineup for the 2023 Australian U21 and U16 Speedway Championships – HERE.

This Weekends Speedway Action Double Header – Mick Hargreaves Memorial and National Karate SA Solo Championships

November 14, 2023 Filed Under: News, Speedway

This weekend, the South Australian speedway scene roars to life as the Sidewinders U16 Speedway Club hosts the highly anticipated Mick Hargreaves Memorial, brought forward to Friday, December 15th. This will be followed by the National Karate South Australian Solo Championships presented by the Speedway Riders Association of SA on Saturday night, originally scheduled for last week but postponed due to weather conditions. With riders locked in for 2 big days of racing ahead, let’s take a look at just some of the action in store.

Mick Hargreaves Memorial: Showcasing Rising Speedway Stars

Friday’s Mick Hargreaves Memorial holds a special place in the hearts of the junior speedway community, paying tribute to a great man of the sport. It’s a night not to be missed, with gates opening at 6 pm and racing kicking off at 7:30 pm. This year’s event promises an electric showcase of skill and determination as young riders vie for victory on the track. The official lineup of riders for the 2023 Mick Hargreaves Memorial is all set and locked in, with participants eager to leave their mark on the special night.

Among the emerging talents of the night is Kobi Canning, fresh off winning the Motorcycling SA Rising Star award for 2023. He’ll be eager to showcase his skills against a stellar lineup of SA’s next-generation speedway talents, including fellow MSA Rising Star Nominee Blake Hocking and other incredibly fast riders like Blake Schlein. It’s shaping up to be a night full of on-track battles, kicking off the weekend’s excitement, with many riders set to compete again at Gillman on Saturday.

***Just one of the many battles from the last Mick Hargreaves Memorial. Picture – Derick Thomas Photography***

2023 Mick Hargreaves Rider Lineup:

125cc Solo
Connor Machin
Kobi Canning
Hayden Alfred Izac Kuchel
Blake Schlein
Hayden Mathews
Riley Stout
William Nicol
Blake Hocking
Ruby Chapman
Owen Chapman
Hayden Pascoe

Support Categories for the night:
65cc Solo
50cc Auto
Novice
50cc Demo

National Karate South Australian Solo Championships: Thrills & Triumphs

Following stormy weather that forced a reschedule, the Gillman Speedway is poised to roar to life on Saturday night for the National Karate South Australian Solo Championships. Riders from across Australia, including international talents, are set to converge, vying for supremacy in a night filled with intensity and skill.

Riders to Watch: A Clash of Titans

The weekend promises fierce racing with a star-studded lineup. Victoria’s Justin Sedgmen, a podium regular, returns, hungry for a third Championship top spot after a narrow miss last year. Meanwhile, local hero Fraser Bowes, riding a wave of recent victories, eyes a podium finish, determined to make his mark after narrowly missing out last year.

**SA’s Fraser Bowes. Picture: Judy Mackay**

Unfortunately, injuries have sidelined SA’s Teagan Pedler and Liam May, leaving two positions open in the fiercely contested Solos 500cc Championship Class.

Stay tuned as the Gillman Speedway prepares to host an array of exceptional riders, showcasing their skills and battling it out for the Championship title. Witness the intensity, drama, and sheer skill as these talented individuals push their limits for victory.

Stay updated with the complete press release, including the timetable and details about support categories, provided by the Speedway Riders Association of SA ahead of Saturday night. Find the information HERE.

2023 National Karate South Australian Solo Championships Rider Lineup:

Fraser Bowes
Arlo Bugeja
Aden Clare (NSW)
Isaiah Hartley (Vic)
Patrick Hamilton (Vic)
Matt Marson (WA)
Shaun Sampson
Brayden McGuinness
Jack Morrison (Vic)
Justin Sedgmen (Vic)
Dayle Wood (Vic)
Michael West (NSW)
Jake Turner
Roy Stout

2023 MSA NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS – THE TICKET BOX IS NOW OPEN!

November 10, 2023 Filed Under: All disciplines, News

The 2023 MSA Night of Champions ‘Ticket Box’ has now OPENED for the 2023 ‘night of nights’, to be held once again at the Eagles Function Centre at Woodville South – and what a night it is looking to be – certainly one of the biggest yet held – so head to your Ridernet profile and grab a ticket now!!

For 2023 MSA have been forced to put together an extended programme, due solely to the amazing results and efforts being put on show through the year by, not only SA’s talented competitors, but also by the hard-working officials, coaches, administrators and volunteers, many of whom will be celebrated on the night in some way.

A heap of guest speakers are also planned for the evening, and across all disciplines, with some already confirmed for the evening, including:

A reigning, and 3-time, Australian Champion from speedway
An up and coming ‘gun’ (or two) from road race that will be heading OS in ’24!
An Off Road Champion with the world at his feet!
Putting the spotlight on a couple of our ‘FIM Women in Motorcycling’ identities!
Plus, we might be logging in to the USA to catch up with a future champ in motocross!

Of course, there are the Motorcycling SA annual awards that will again be awarded on the night,

The Frank Franklin Trophy, for an outstanding career serving the sport here in SA.
The 2023 Regional Volunteer Awards, recognising our valuable officials, coaches and volunteers.
The 2023 MSA Rising Star Award*, for our most outstanding junior talent under 16 years of age!
The 2023 MSA Club of the Year Award, celebrating our Clubs and Promotors who make the sport happen!

*In regards the Rising Star Award, a record number of nominations have come through across six (6) disciplines, and the results that these riders have logged across 2023 make this the most decorated bunch of future champions yet to be nominated for the award – multiple International rides to their credit, multiple Australian Champions (with perhaps more to come), and South Australian Championship wins galore – these kids have got it going!

International & Australian Championship recognitions! And then, there is the recognising of SA’s highest achievers for 2023, and what a huge year it’s been on the track, and across all disciplines, as SA riders have taken on the world in ‘record’ numbers in 2023, taken all before them in chasing Australian Championship glory (with 2 disciplines yet to crown their 2023 Champions, with a number of locals right in the hunt), and, it shows little signs of slowing down in 2024 – in fact, the numbers look to be growing if the rumour mill is anything to go by!

PLUS – a heap more that will be unveiled as the Night gets closer – so get your tickets now! $60.00 per adult, $30.00 per child (U16) – through your Ridernet profile!

3 course meal for adults, 2 course meal for kids – SEMI FORMAL DRESS!

*If this is your first-time purchasing tickets through Ridernet – don’t forget to hit ‘ADD’ on the number of tickets before passing through to the next page – otherwise it won’t log any for you – ring the MSA Office if you need assistance!

If you wish to book a table for your club – tables seat 10, but can stretch to 11 if needed, with numbers limited – but with a guarantee that if your discipline is Dirt Track, Enduro, Motocross, Reliability Trial, Road Race, Speedway or Trial – there is something on the running sheet for you – 2023 is going to be the most diverse Night of Champions for many years – so come one, come all!!

All photographs courtesy www.trentino.smugmug.com