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VALE DON MARKER, MOTORCYCLING SA LIFE MEMBER!

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VALE DON MARKER, MOTORCYCLING SA LIFE MEMBER!

Friday was a sad day for motorcycling in South Australia, as we lost a Life Member of Motorcycling SA, Mr Don Marker, when the Speedway Riders Association announced his passing on Friday, April 16th 2021.

“It is with a heavy heart that report our Patron Don Marker passed away tonight at 5.55pm at Lyell McEwen Hospital after being taken to hospital Wednesday morning. Rest in Peace Don, you will be missed by all in speedway. Love to Muriel and family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.”

And the following words (in part) are from MSA Board member, Dave Parker, who worked with Don for over 20 years at North Arm and Gillman ……

“Well Don, we did it” were words I used many times in those 22 years and a glimmer in his eyes with a “yes we did” was usually his quiet unassuming answer, and usually at 2am when it was just me and him left at the venue.

I can honestly say, I have not missed Speedway, but I have missed some of the people and even of late, I would drop past for a quick hello as Don was probably the one I missed most.

One of the proudest moments was acquiring the grandstand, when many thought it was “pie in the sky” and to present Don and Des (Dons brother) with the Marker Bros. sign, was something I was very proud of. Don, you will be sorely missed, hope you catch up to Gav and Big Bob up there, get a grader out, I might just come out of retirement when I get up there.”

Don, along with his brother, Des, received his Life Membership to Motorcycling SA in 2013. Motorcycling SA would like to pass on their condolences to Don’s family, as well as his extended speedway and motorcycling families. Vale!

Don, 2nd from left, with the naming of the grandstand at Gillman, and at the MSA Night of Champions, with fellow MSA Life Members, Don is 2nd from right in the front row.

SEASON 2021 IS STARTING TO HOT UP – AS SPEEDWAY PREPARES TO FINISH 2020/21 WITH A BIG BANG!

Filed Under: Dirt Track, Motocross, News, SA Women in Motorcycling, SAMX Championship, Speedway, Trials

SEASON 2021 IS STARTING TO HOT UP – AS SPEEDWAY PREPARES TO FINISH 2020/21 WITH A BIG BANG!

Here we go – season 2021 is really starting to heat up – and it does with speedway going out with a FIM Oceania Sidecar BANG! Want to know what’s on this weekend to whet the spectating appetite for the season head? Read on ………

TONIGHT

SIDEWINDERS JUNIOR SPEEDWAY, SEASON FINALE’!

THE PRESIDENT’S CUP & ANZAC MEETING!

The final chance to see tomorrow’s champions in action this season, and a great warm up to Saturday night’s action at Gillman. Tonight will be a great night’s racing as riders chase the President’s Cup at the traditional ANZAC meeting!

Adults $5.00, Under 16s FREE entry, Gates open 5.00pm, tapes up at 6.30pm and the awesome Sidewinders canteen will be open all night!

SATURDAY NIGHT

2021 FIM OCEANIA SPEEDWAY SIDECAR CHAMPIONSHIP

BRING A FRIEND FOR OUR LAST NIGHT – AND THE BIGGEST NIGHT FOR THIS SEASON.

Will be a great nights racing as the riders try and win FIM Oceania Gold, as well as have a final hit out before the Australian Championships next weekend in Mildura!

Adults $25.00 Concession $20.00 Children U16 FREE, Car Park FREE, Grand Stand FREE.

Gates Open 4.00 pm, tapes up at 7.00pm

Chance to win a $50.00 and 1 of 2 $25.00 Fuel Vouchers; all you need to do is buy a programme fill out a form to win.

AND; LAST TIME OUT – LAST WEEK AT MILDURA!

TRELOAR WINS BRADSHAW MEMORIAL

Once again, the GOAT of Australian Sidecar Speedway, Darrin Treloar / Blake Cox, dominated the Olympic Park circuit on Saturday night to win the Dudley Bradshaw Memorial Trophy ahead of Warren Monson / Andrew Summerhayes, Mick Headland / Brenton Kerr and Byren Gates / Mick O’Loughlin, in what was a wonderful Final to the Gardenland Landscape Supplies, Mildura Sidecar Shootout event.

SUNDAY

TROY Series SA 2021 SPLATS ITS FIRST ROCKS AT VICTOR HARBOR!

Trials SA’s season kicks off on Sunday with the annual Frank Tuck Trial at Victor Harbor, out on the Yankalilla road, action kicks off around 9.00am and entry for spectators is FREE! Riders from as young as 6 years of age, right through to veterans in their 60’s!

Bring a picnic lunch and sit among the gum trees and get up close to the action! Get around it, some of Australia’s finest trials riders, including Australian representatives and Australian Champions will be in action!

A great way for the whole family to finish off a weekend of motorcycle sport!

  

ALSO OPEN THIS WEEKEND

For those getting ready for round 1 of the 2021 South Australian Motocross Championships next weekend, these tracks are open on the weekend, to have a final test to make sure all is good to go for the following weekend!

    

AND – LOOKING AHEAD TO ANZAC WEEKEND!!

With only 9 days until the gate drops at round 1 of the SAMX CHAMPIONSHIPS we are so pumped to have the Full Factory Honda Racing team announce they will be here for round 1 at MRA.

Brett Metcalfe, Kirk Gibbs, Kyle Webster and Benny Novak are confirmed for the round 1 Anzac Day bonanza to really set up some of the finest quality racing we will see at State level competition.

Throw in the fact Alex Larwood is also returning to home soil and after a taste of the big stage last week with a breakout debut crunching a 2nd OA at his first senior MX2 National race Alex will be as focussed as ever to get on that top step around the Gilman track where he’s spent so many hours as a junior racing and training.

The soil is the same but the track is a new layout and the club has utilised the land with this circuit a smidge under 2km, lending itself to plenty of passing opportunities and improved spectator viewing.

The scene is set SOUTH AUSTRALIA ..

SIDEWINDERS JUNIOR SPEEDWAY REVS INTO THE 2020/21 SEASON ON SEPTEMBER 19TH.

Filed Under: News, SA Women in Motorcycling, Speedway, State Championship

SIDEWINDERS JUNIOR SPEEDWAY REVS INTO THE NEW SEASON ON SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH.

With the current COVID-19 restrictions, things will be a little different, but the crew at Sidewinders are looking forward to getting back on the track again.

All of SA’s amazing junior speedway talent are set for a big season and many have changed classes as they have progressed over the off season at Coaching Days.  Kobi Canning makes his debut in the Solo race class, and all know it won’t be long before he is challenging the other solo riders.

Some of the Peewees have stepped up a class, and there are quite a few who are making their debut this season in the Novice Solo class, which is a great sign for the future of junior speedway in SA.

Gates will open at 4.30pm and racing will commence at 6.30pm.

 Adult admission is only $5.00 (with all profits going back into junior speedway), Children U16 Free – so why would you want to stay home on a Saturday night.

The awesome Sidewinders Canteen will be in operation, (and again, with all monies raised going back into giving junior riders an awesome venue to race at), but there will be strict guidelines to follow due to COVID restrictions.   COVID Marshals will be in attendance to guide you through the changes so everyone can all get their fix of junior speedway going for the season.

Sidewinders are looking forward to seeing everyone on the hill to support the kids, who are as keen as mustard to get back on the track.

Kobi Canning in action, making his debut in the race class this season.

#WHATSONWEDNESDAY THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND, March 14 & 15

Filed Under: News, SA Women in Motorcycling, Speedway, Trials

#WHATSONWEDNESDAY THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND, March 14 & 15

This weekend sees 2 events to sink your teeth into, covering 2 disciplines of our sport and 1 of them is special as it remembers a great figure in the sport who passed way too early – so it will be yet another great weekend’s spectating on offer!

FRIDAY NIGHT IS SPEEDWAY NIGHT AGAIN!

Join Sidewinders for Friday night speedway with the running of the Roy Bitmead Memorial Cup in honor of one of their founders Roy Bitmead.

Gates open 5.30pm, racing from 7.30pm. as always a fully stocked canteen with great hot food. Eighth st Wingfield. See you trackside!

& SUNDAY – DYNAMIC TRIALS SERIES, ROUND 6 – THE FINALE!

From the AJS MTC; Entries are still open and will be taken on the day – get in a FINAL warm up before TROY Series SA 2020 kicks off in 2 WEEKS TIME!

WHEN: Sunday, March 15TH from 9.30am to 2.00pm

WHERE: MSA Junior Development Park, North Terrace Wingfield

CONTACT: Peter Arnold; 0438 100 310

#WHATSONWEDNESDAY THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND, March 7 – 9

Filed Under: Motocross, News, SA Women in Motorcycling, Speedway, State Championship

#WHATSONWEDNESDAY THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND, March 7 – 9

This weekend sees 4 great events to sink your teeth into, covering 2 disciplines of our sport and 2 of them are extra special as they remember a great figure in the sport who passed way too early – so it will be yet another great weekend’s spectating on offer!

The 2 big events for this weekend are the 2020 Bob White SA Junior Sidecar Championship on Friday, and then the Bob White Cup on Saturday for speedway sidecars!

On Sunday there will be the first of the ‘Women’s Days’ for 2020 with the Women’s Only Come & Try / Practise Day at South Coast’s track at Monarto, and with 30+ taking part last year, it’s hoped to break through the 50 rider barrier this year – get around it!

And also on Sunday there is the Morgan MCC’s 2nd Club Day of the year as well – so another busy weekend ahead!

Nothing like a blast from the past to help promote the future racing at a Friday night speedway meeting! 

 

FRIDAY MARCH 6TH @ SIDEWINDERS SPEEDWAY.

Bob White 2020 South Australian Junior Sidecar Championship

Friday night is Speedway Night at Sidewinders on March 6th, with the running of the prestigious Bob White 2020 SA Junior Sidecar Championship.

Can Jake Treloar/Isaac Mitchell make it two in row, or will we see a new Champ on top of the podium??

Jackson Milner/Adam Niesche are well favoured after taking out the NSW Championship but there is no doubt we are all in for a very entertaining night of racing from the very best junior sidecars in Australia.

No matter which combination takes out the Championship, we know every sidecar team will put their skills to best use, and there will be close racing throughout the night.

The sidecars are supported by the Solo and Novice Solo riders, who will also bring some excitement to the track.

Thanks to our sponsors of this Meeting, without whom we couldn’t run the event.

Rider List in no particular order:

Max Howse/Kayden Gates   (NSW/VIC)

Kaidyn Silvy/Mitchell Coppen   (SA)

Jackson Milner/Adam Nieshce (VIC/SA)

Connor Curran/Riley Plum    (VIC)

Jake Treloar/Isaac Mitchell   (NSW)

Brady Tickle/Mitchell Withers (NSW)

Gates Open 5.30pm Rider parade 7.25pm Racing 7.30pm

Adults $5.00, Children U/16 Free. Programme $3.00

SATURDAY MARCH 7TH @ GILLMAN SPEEDWAY.

2020 Bob White Senior & Junior Sidecar Cup

Complete with a star studded field!

Treloar Snr & Jnr.

Rudloff

Niesche

Ron Parker

Bottrell

Classic sidecar & solo supports

Gates Open 5.00pm Racing 7.00pm

Adults $25.00, Concession $20.00 Children U/16 Free with an adult.

Programme $5.00, buy one and get the chance to win $50.00 or 1 of 2 $25.00 fuel vouchers.

SUNDAY MARCH 8TH @ MONARTO MOTOCROSS TRACK.

South Coast MXC’s 2nd annual Women’s Only Ride Day

After the success of last year’s event, we are going to run another one.

Sunday March 8th Women’s ONLY “Come n Try” & Practice Day.

9.00am – 3.00pm

Please register your interest at southcoastmxclub@gmail.com

SUNDAY MARCH 8TH @ MORGAN MOTOCROSS TRACK.

The Morgan MCC’s 2nd Ride Day for 2020

Sunday, March 8, 2020 from 07:00 am to 05:00 pm

WHERE; Morgan MCC at Burra Road, Morgan

 

  

“#WHATSONWEDNESDAY!” THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND; FEB 29 & MAR 1

Filed Under: Motocross, News, Road Racing, Speedway, Trials

“#WHATSONWEDNESDAY!” THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND; FEB 29 & MAR 1

This weekend sees 3 great events to sink your teeth into, covering 3 disciplines of our sport and 2 of them right next door to each other – so another great weekend’s spectating is on offer – plus Gillman, Riverland & Tea Tree Gully will all be open for those wanting to have a spin around an MX track!

The big event for this weekend is Mount Gambier’s annual Classic Master of Mac Park, which will also feature the Laurie Fox Memorial SA Sidecar Championships – well worth the trip to the Mount with the swag for 3 days – yes, 3 days as it starts Friday – of great bitumen action!

Here is the lowdown on the event;

125 entries, including an awesome 30 Sidecars

Entry $10.00 per day or $15.00 per weekend

Under 16 free

Canteen and Bar facilities available.

Camping available $10.00 per person per night under 16 free

For full details of the event and all it entails – check out their website www.macparkraceway.org.au or Facebook page!

                     

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH & MARCH 1ST

This weekend will again see neighbours, the MSA Junior Development Park and Sidewinders Junior Speedway at Wingfield host events almost back-to-back, with Sidewinders hosting their Blast from the Past Meeting, with their gates opening from 5.30pm and the action hotting up from 7.30pm on Saturday, with the JDP hosting the AJS MTC’s Dynamic Trials Series round 5 from 9.30am on Sunday morning.

And from Sidewinders; Adults $5.00, kids free and with full canteen facilities…. see you trackside!

And from the AJS MTC; Entries are still open and will be taken on the day – get in a warm up before TROY Series SA 2020 kicks off in March!

SIDEWINDERS U16 JUNIOR SPEEDWAY’S ‘BLAST FROM THE PAST’ MEETING

WHEN: Saturday, February 29th, from 5.30pm

WHERE: Sidewinders U16 Junior Speedway, Eighth Street Wingfield

CONTACT: Meredith Sterry; 0410256992

AJS MTC’s DYNAMIC TRIALS SERIES – ROUND 5

WHEN: Sunday, March 1st from 9.30am to 2.00pm

WHERE: MSA Junior Development Park, North Terrace Wingfield

CONTACT: Peter Arnold; 0438 100 310