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MOTORCYCLING SA EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE UPCOMING LEVEL 1 COACHES COURSE.

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 16th & 17th

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, 8th 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

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)
Blake Hocking    

 

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.
Liam May. (Judy Mackay Photography)
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

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!

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

 

From bLU cRU SA Junior Cup to 2024 Asia Talent Cup Selection Success

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, SA Junior Cup

Two of our very own bLU cRU SA Junior Cup riders have been selected for the 2024 Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup (IATC). The 2022 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup winner, Rikki Henry, and the current 2023 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup winner (with 1 round to go), Archie Schmidt, both made their way to Malaysia for a chance to secure a spot in the 2024 IATC roster and take on a life-changing opportunity.

Joining a total of 89 riders, including 14 Australians, the pair travelled to the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia, to be assessed by experts, including the 2009 250GP world champion Hiroshi Aoyama, all under the leadership of Dorna talent promotion director Alberto Puig.

Throughout each session, with a focus on crucial areas of both on and off the bike skills, riders were selected to progress to the next test, culminating in the final decisions of the 10 riders to line up on the starting grid for the 2024 IATC and 10 reserve riders to supplement the roster. 

Archie and Rikki showcased their well-known ability and talent to each progress through the selection rounds, to end up both earning a place on the 2024 Asia Talent Cup grid and taking that next step in their road racing journey.

Rikki Henry congratulates Archie Schmidt as he receives the news he has been waiting for – Image: Asia Talent Cup.

Since their early days in the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup series, Rikki and Archie have showcased remarkable growth, evolving their skills and success, in our SA State racing development program into national success within the Oceania Junior Cup and beyond. Both riders embody the core values of the SA Junior Cup, demonstrating unwavering commitment, notable growth, and a shared vision for success. Their remarkable journey to the Oceania Junior Cup and onto other opportunities reflects our state program’s ethos and the promising future it offers SA riders. Their dedication and evolution epitomize the very essence of the SA Junior Cup’s goals, setting the stage for exceptional racing careers for South Australian juniors. 

 

Kym Bolto – Team Manager and developer of the bLU cRu SA Junior Cup:

“I am delighted and beyond proud of both Rikki and Archie who have both come through the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup series and then to compete in the Oceania Junior Cup. 

To have 2 of our shining stars of the SA racing scene accepted into the 2024 Asia Talent Cup is a dream come true for me, this is exactly the reason I wanted to create a program such as this in our State, with the series only in it’s 2nd year, it is showing results already. I can’t wait to follow the boys in their journey in the 2024 Asia Talent Cup and I wish them all the best”. 

 

Brenton Matters – President of Motorcycling South Australia Board:

“From witnessing their growth and skill development along the pathway of the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup into National racing within the Oceania Junior Cup and subsequently progress toward further successes in their road racing careers, it highlights the exceptional benefits that the SA Junior Cup provides for our South Australian riders. This opportunity fosters aspirations, offering a choice between pursuing a professional career in the sport or advancing personal development journeys, both on and off the bikes”.

 

With limited time for celebrations, Archie Schmidt, leading by just 1 point, will head into the final round of the 2023 Oceania Junior Cup here at The Bend over the 1st to 3rd of December, while Rikki Henry gears up for the opportunity to race at the MiniGP World Series in Circuit Ricardo Tormo Valencia, competing against the world’s best later in November after becoming the Australian Ohvale 160cc MiniGP Champion. We couldn’t be prouder of both exceptional riders and eagerly await their performances in next year’s Asia Talent Cup.

(Above left) – Archie Schmidt leading the OJC pack at the recent Phillip Island ASBK Round – Picture: Pit Lane Studio. 

(Above Right) – Rikki Henry the 2023 Australian Ohvale 160cc MiniGP Series winner. – Picture: Pit Lane Studio. 

 

Applications are currently open for the 2024 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Season, for more information on the program and how to register check out the press release – HERE.

Make sure you stay tuned to the Motorcycling SA and South Australian Junior Cup social media pages for regular updates –

 

 

2024 SA bLU cRU JUNIOR CUP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!!

Filed Under: News, Road Racing

MSA is seeking nominations of riders interested in being involved in the 2024 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Road Race Series.

From beginnings in 2022, Motorcycling SA – In association with Motorcycling Australia and a slew of generous sponsors – successfully developed and launched the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup as a vision of fostering and supporting the next generation of Road Race Champions on their way to success.

This outstanding series which also runs alongside the Junior classes of the South Australian Road Race Championships offers up to 14 lucky junior riders aged 11-U16 the standout opportunity to develop their skills in a welcoming and inclusive environment, whilst also being appealing to riders of all MSA disciplines to be involved. The bLU cRU SA Junior Cup has been developed to be a direct pathway to the National Oceania Junior Cup academy, with the goal of fostering the next round of Future Champions.

Lucky participants of the series will each have access to the below benefits of the package –

  • A race prepared Yamaha R15 V2 150cc race bike.
  • 6 full race meetings per year, comprising practice, qualifying and 4 races over the 2 day meeting, so a total of 24 separate races for the year.
  • Riding gear (still to be confirmed) – helmet, boots and gloves at a hugely reduced price, with the Ricondi leathers fully decked out in SA colours, and complete with all sponsor logos. ( supplied as part of the package in 2023)
  • 1 three (3) day coaching weekend at Mount Gambier’s Mac Park Circuit, , with full details of what will be included still to be confirmed.
  • 2 other separate coaching days during the year to be held at a track to be decided on.
  • A number of other benefits, including media training and rider presentation lessons.

The cost to be a part of the bLu cRU SA Junior Cup in 2023 was $5100 to lease a fully race prepared Factory Yamaha R15 V2 150cc race bike for the 6 round series, this included all transport of bikes and equipment to and from the circuit and all consumables, the price for 2024 will be decided upon soon once sponsorship arrangements are confirmed.

The series is held in conjunction with the South Australian Road Race Championships and will also consist of rounds at the Monarto Go-Kart Circuit and the Southern Go Kart Club of SA.

We offer wildcards at our events too so if this is something you are interested in exploring please see details below.

For more information, including the full details of all costs involved, and to register your interest, please contact the Motorcycling SA Road Race Sports Manager, Mr Kym Bolto – roadrace@motorcyclingsa.org.au.

Will you join the ranks of talented riders and possibly follow in the footsteps of our inaugural 2022 winner and 2023 FIM Mini GP Australian champion Rikki Henry and current series leader and OJC Australian series leader Archie Schmidt who have emerged from the program to advance to the next level in their professional road racing career?

 

Register your nomination now!!

Pictures courtesy of Pit Lane Studio.

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