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2024 SAMX Championship Round 5 Results: South Coast Sets the Stage for Final Championship Battles

September 18, 2024 Filed Under: Motocross, News, State Championship

After four rounds of action-packed racing across SA, the 2024 SA Motocross Championships came to a head last weekend at South Coast Motocross Club. With most championship overalls still up for grabs accross the stacked field of senior and junior classes, the stakes were higher than ever, setting the stage for a dramatic winner-takes-all final round. So without further ado, let’s take a quick look at the provisional results from the weekend –

Full results of the weekend:

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

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

Sunday 15 September

Pro MX 1 & Pro MX 2

With PROM MX 1 & 2 combining for an epic showdown, it was Victoria’s Joel Milesevic who stole the spotlight, securing a commanding win across all three races ahead of championship leader Siegah Ward & Liam Mason in third.

Will Carpenter sealed his 2024 ProMX 2 Championship win dominantly, taking a clean points sweep to win the ProMX 2 class. Close behind was Daniel Watkins, who battled hard to secure second place, narrowly edging out Caleb Walker for the overall third spot by just two points. With the Championship second and third-place contenders Noah Ferguson & Mitch Norris missing South Coast, Walker squeezed past to narrowly take over the provisional Championship second place thanks to his weekend’s efforts.

Women All-Powers

Making her SAMX Championship debut in the final round, Victoria’s Emma Milesevic made an immediate impact. She took the lead in Heat 1 and, despite facing challenges from reigning SA Champion Amy Bartsch in Heat 2, Milesevic swept all three heats to secure the Round 5 victory. While Bartsch finished second in the round, she clinched the 2024 Women All Powers SAMX Championship, edging out Emma Haylock, who took third in Round 5. With yet another SA Championship added to her impressive resume and no signs of slowing down, it remains to be seen whether Bartsch will return in 2025 to defend her streak.

Expert All-Powers

Continuing her winning streak from the Women’s All Powers Class, Emma Milesevic brought her competitive edge to the Expert All Powers division. After a close second place in Heat 1, she dominated the final two heats to secure the Round 5 class win. The battle for second and third place was intense, with Championship leader Aaron Van Zetten ultimately taking silver despite a challenging start. After finishing fifth in Heat 1, Van Zetten recovered with third and second-place finishes in Heats 2 and 3. Jayden Hank, who clinched victory in Heat 1 but faced challenges with two sixth-place finishes in the subsequent heats, ultimately secured third place on the podium. Meanwhile, Lucas Brereton, a top contender for Round 5, saw his weekend take a turn after a crash in Heat 3, despite strong performances with third and second places in the earlier heats.

150/250cc 13-U16Yrs

Rounding out the 150/250cc 13-U16Yrs class Championship would see a battle royal unfold between Cambell Cadd, Noah Rochow & Jayke Hansen for those last Championship points. Cambell Cadd started strong with a Heat 1 victory over Noah Rochow and Jayke Hansen. However, Noah Rochow demonstrated consistent performance, securing the Round 5 win with two second-place finishes and a first. Cambell Cadd, despite his Heat 1 win, had an unfortunate mid-race mistake in Heat 2, placing him third, and finished second in the final heat. Jayke Hansen rounded out the round 5 podium thanks to his third, first, and third heat finishes.

Clubman

Entering the Round 5 South Coast finale with a strong lead, Ian Ellis appeared poised to secure the Clubman 2024 Championship. However, as always, the unpredictability of racing meant anything could happen after the gate drop. Jayden Hank made a push for the championship points with a decisive Heat 1 win, finishing ahead of Ellis and Lashford. Despite the shifting positions and intense competition throughout the class, Ellis maintained his consistency to win Round 5 and clinch the 2024 Championship. Thomas Horn finished second in Round 5, while Archer Colwill rounded out the podium in third.

Vets 35-44Yrs & Vets 45+

Charlie Hollis claimed top honours in the Vets 45+ class, securing the 2024 Championship with a flawless performance, winning all three heats over the weekend. Darren Averay finished second in the championship standings, while Anthony Slade, who was seventh in the overall championship, earned third place in Round 5 with a consistent 3-3-3 heat scorecard.

Despite closing the gap in the Vets 35Yrs-44Yrs Championship to just 15 points, Bradliegh Thompson was unable to surpass Warren Carrol for the Round 5 win or the overall Championship. Carrol delivered an exceptional weekend of racing, securing both the Round 5 victory and the overall top spot. Thompson finished second for both the round and the championship, while Craig Hepburn rounded out the podium in third place.

Saturday 14 September

100-125cc 13-U16Yrs

Demonstrating his mastery of the track at South Coast, Kye Little had an exceptional weekend, fending off strong competition from Joshua Whitehorn to secure the Round 5 win. The battle for the top was intense, with Dylan Groball finishing second in Round 5. His performance puts him in a strong position to potentially take over the 2024 Championship lead if the standings among the top four remain unchanged.

Great Southern Security 150/250cc 12-U16Yrs Girls

With Emily Lambert missing the final round due to injury, the championship race became more competitive. Danielle Churchett seized this opportunity, putting herself in a strong position by finishing third in Heat 1 and winning Round 5 with two first-place finishes. Her impressive performance set her up to take over the championship overall once the results are finalized. Ava Sparrow narrowly missed out on the win, finishing second in the round by just one point with her 1-2-2 heat scores. Tahlia Felton secured third place for Round 5, holding off a strong challenge from Amelia Gwiazda.

85/150cc S/W 12-U16Yrs

In a thrilling conclusion to the 85/150cc S/W 12-U16Yrs SAMX Championship, Dylan Gromball and Declan Smart went all out for the final round. Smart secured an early lead with a win in Heat 1, but Gromball responded with strong performances in the next two heats, ultimately winning Round 5 and the Championship overall. Xavier Freeborn showcased consistency across the weekend, finishing third in Round 5.

Great Southern Security 85cc 11-U16Yrs Girls

Continuing their strong performances from the Round 4 Ceduna event, Maddi Bahnisch and Lacey Thompson dominated the weekend’s heats. Bahnisch took an early lead with a win in Heat 1, but Thompson responded with a victory in Heat 2. Unfortunately, Bahnisch did not compete in the final Heat 3, allowing Thompson to secure both the final Heat win, Round 5 overall & 2024 Championship victory. Matilda Ryan’s steady third-place finishes in all heats earned her second place for Round 5, just ahead of Paige Kitchen.

85/150cc S/W 9-U12Yrs

Mason Ezergailis and championship leader Riley Mullen went head-to-head in a thrilling showdown, with Mason narrowly edging out Riley by just 0.912 seconds in a dramatic Heat 2 finish. Mason’s efforts secured him the round win, while Koby Binnion put in a strong performance to claim third place for the weekend. With Mullen’s second-place weekend finish, he now has locked down the 2024 class championship.

65cc 10-12Yrs

Mason Ezergailis and Riley Mullen continued their bar-to-bar battle in the 65cc 10-U12Yrs class, with Mullen entering the weekend aiming for his second championship of 2024. Despite a similar outcome to their 85cc to 150cc class showdown, where Ezergailis dominated all heats to take the round win, Mullen had done enough throughout the season to secure the overall 65cc 10-U12Yrs Championship. Lachlan Murdoch rounded out the Round 5 podium in third place, holding strong despite Brax Chittleborough edging ahead in Heat 3.

65cc 7-9Yrs

With only 10 points separating Kobe Smart and Bailey Thompson heading into the final round, Kobe knew the pressure was on to secure the Championship, and he delivered in dominant fashion. Smart claimed victory in all three heats, locking down the overall and leaving the remaining podium spots up for grabs. Rory Walter stepped up to take second place with consistent finishes of 4-2-2, narrowly edging out Bailey Thompson, whose steady third-place efforts throughout the weekend secured him the final spot on the podium.

50cc 7-U9Yrs

Entering the final round with an unassailable lead and the 2024 50cc Championship already secured, Oliver Thredgold set his sights on finishing the season with one more victory. However, it wouldn’t come easy, as Carter Williamson put up a strong fight. While Thredgold claimed the win in the first heat, Williamson took control of the remaining heats to secure the overall Round 5 win and elevate himself to second place in the Championship standings, ahead of Leo Williamson. Kade Chittleborough’s consistent third-place performances throughout the weekend earned him the final spot on the Round 5 podium, capping off a stacked 2024 SAMX Championship.

2024 SAMX Championship Round 5 – Gate Drops at South Coast for Final Championship Showdown

September 12, 2024 Filed Under: News, SAMX Championship

Championship contenders are set to leave nothing on the table as the 2024 SA Motocross Championship reaches its thrilling conclusion at South Coast Motocross Club on September 14th and 15th.

As the perfect stage for this epic finale, the 1.6-kilometre track is infamous for pushing riders to their limits while providing abundant spectator vantage points to catch all the action. Its history includes hosting key rounds in the SAMX and National Pro MX Championships, making it the ultimate battleground for this year’s showdown.

Images by Eric McConnochie.

Entry List:

With the 2024 ProMX 1 Championship in his firm grasp, Siegah Ward enters Round 5 with a strong sense of confidence. Meanwhile, Seth Carpenter is laser-focused on closing the 30-point gap with Mitch Norris to clinch second place in the standings. The final rounds promise intense competition and strategic maneuvering as these riders vie for top positions.

As the reigning Women All Powers Champion, Amy Bartsch leads by 19 points over Emma Haylock. With Round 5 approaching, Bartsch will aim to maintain her lead and secure the 2024 title. However, Victoria’s Emma Milesevic is poised to make a significant push for a podium finish and could shake up the round standings.

The Expert All Powers division is set for an exhilarating Round 5, with only 43 points separating the top three contenders. Aaron Van Zetten will need to fend off Lucas Brereton to retain his lead, while Joel Hakkinen is positioned to make a decisive final push. The upcoming races are bound to be a thrilling battle for the championship title.

Eyes will be turning to the showdown brewing between Warren Carrol & Bradleigh Thompson as they settle once and for all who will be the Vets 35 – 44 Years Champion for 2024. With just 15 points between the 2, and a year of exceptionally close racing, you won’t want to miss a second of this showdown.

Joining the senior this weekend will also feature the future of SA Motocross as 142 junior talents take to the track. With Emily Lambert sidelined due to injury, Charlize Waldhuter has a chance to close the 52-point gap and take over the 150cc-250cc 13-U16Yrs Girls Championship. Meanwhile, Danielle Churchett could mount a late charge to contest the overall title, adding extra excitement to the final rounds.

Noah Rochow, who finished third in the Junior Lites 250cc 13-U16Yrs class last year, is now in a strong position to claim the 2024 title. Leading by 49 points over Kye Little, Rochow will need to stay focused and perform well at South Coast to secure the championship and make 2024 his standout year.

Riley Mullen is set to defend his 85cc/150cc Small Wheel 9-U12Yrs Championship title against a formidable field. With talented riders like Ollie Paech and Bodhi Austin in the mix, Mullen will need to give his all to hold off the competition and add another title to his impressive list of accomplishments.

Heading into the final round of the 2024 Championship, the 65cc 7-9 year class is tighter than ever. After a flawless performance in round 4, where he swept first place, Bailey Thomson aims to bridge the 5-point gap separating him from class leader Kobe Smart. However, one thing is certain—Kobe will give everything he’s got on the track to defend his top spot and chase that dream finish.

Adding to the excitement of the weekend, SAMX fans can expect exhilarating bar-to-bar action across a range of competitive classes. Intense battles await in the Pro MX 2, lively Clubman, and Vets 45+ categories, while the future stars will shine in the 150cc-250cc 13-U16 Girls, 85cc 11-U16Yrs Girls, 65cc 10-U12 classes, and the 50cc 7-U9 Championship contenders. As a special highlight, the final appearance of the 50cc non-competitive demo class for the 2024 Championships promises a memorable showcase. It’s the perfect opportunity to witness motocross’s rising stars and the next generation of athletes in action.

Where:

Conveniently located under an hour’s drive from Adelaide CBD up the National Highway & just 10 minutes away from Murray Bridge, The South Coast Motocross Club will stage as the perfect final stop on the Championship, hosting a variety of accommodation options for those families looking at making a full weekend getaway.

Start planning your South Coast MX Monarto trip – HERE.

Spectator Information:

With hot food and cold drinks available from the South Coast Motocross Club canteen team, all that’s left to do is secure your trackside spot for the bar-to-bar action of SAMX Round 5.

2024 SAMX Round 5 Program:

Check it all out – CLICK HERE.

Results:

Stay updated with all the SA Motocross Championship round results and the overall points table on the Mylaps Speedhive Page. Round 5 results and final standings will be posted once the results are confirmed after the weekend.

*Socials**

For all the latest updates from the 2024 SAMX Championship, be sure to follow SA Motocross on Facebook and Instagram. Plus, check out South Coast Motocross Club on Facebook.

Countdown to the 2024 SA Dirt Track Championship: Excitement and Dirt Track Competition Await!

September 5, 2024 Filed Under: Dirt Track, News, State Championship

This Sunday, September 8th, the highly anticipated 2024 SA Dirt Track Championship returns as Mud N Tars MCC unleashes the excitement at the Day Road Dirt Track Circuit. With 45 riders and 80 bikes from SA, NSW, and VIC already locked in, and entries still open until Friday, September 6th, the competition promises to be tighter than ever. With such a fierce lineup, each contender will need to bring their best as they fight for the prestigious State Championship title.

Competitors:

After narrowly missing out on the 2023 Pro 450 Championship title, Kyle Machin returns with renewed determination to claim the crown in 2024. However, with seasoned competitors like Liam May, Victoria’s Riley Plum, and NSW’s Jayden Roberts all eyeing the top spot, the path to victory will be anything but easy.

With the 250cc class heating up, reigning champion Casey Clarke is ready to take charge and push his championship run into 2024.

Joining the talented lineup this weekend, SA’s Jamie Gwiazda and Kirsty Schults are set to dominate the Pro Women’s Class, while Julian Timmis and Robert Stout will prove that age and experience go hand in hand in the Veterans 40+ class. Meanwhile, the relentless James Hayden and Tyler Battams are gearing up for a fierce showdown against 2023 Junior Champion Harry Sadler, who is making his debut in senior competition for 2024.

Adding to the weekend’s buzz, more than 35 junior racers will provide a thrilling glimpse into the future of the sport. Among them, Archie Schmidt is trading in his road bike for some dirt track action as he returns to defend his 85cc 2-stroke and 150cc 4-stroke Championship titles. But with a stacked field of competition, including rising star Connor Machin, the battle for the top spot is far from guaranteed. Will Archie steal the show once again, or will the fierce competition have something to say about that?

Rounding out the weekend’s stacked lineup of classes, an aspiring group of 50cc demo non-comp riders will take to the track, soaking up all the excitement and atmosphere of a state championship before making their entrance into competitions in the coming years.

Images by Eric McConnochie.

Where:

Witness all the 2024 SA Dirt Track Championship action at the Mud N Tars MCC Day Road Dirt Track Circuit, located at 13 Day Rd, Victor Harbor SA.

Start planning your trip – HERE.

Spectator information:

Enjoy all the action of a full day of dirt track racing with free entry for all spectators—making it a perfect day out for the whole family! Arrive early to secure the best spots, as the gates open at 7:30 a.m. and all the action kicks off at 9:30 a.m.

Mud N Tars will keep everyone well-fed throughout the day, offering bacon and egg sandwiches at the canteen. For the adults, the bar will open from mid-morning.

Socials*

Get the inside scoop on all things Dirt Track racing — be sure to follow Mud N Tars MCC on Facebook and Instagram!

PRESS RELEASE – MOTORCYCLING SA 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

July 16, 2024 Filed Under: News

MOTORCYCLING SA 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

7.00PM, WEDNESDAY July 24^TH 2024

@ MSA HALL OR VIA TEAMS

The 2024 Motorcycling SA General Meeting is scheduled for the 24th of July & is open to all affiliated clubs to attend. Clubs are encouraged to send their delegates to this important meeting & to ensure clarity for the listed agenda items are provided to all affiliates.

Attendees are welcome to attend in person at 251 The Parade Beulah Park or join via Teams.

AGENDA ITEMS

-MSA Staff Update

-Insurance Update

If any clubs have an agenda item they would like to have included please let us know with your RSVP

Summary

Motorcycling SA – General Meeting

Wednesday, July 24th, 7.00pm (Doors open from 6.00pm)

MSA Hall, 251 The Parade, Beulah Park

RSVP

Delegates are asked to RSVP by 5.00pm Monday, July 22nd, to administration@motorcyclingsa.org.au

2024 MSA NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS TO BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 1ST 2025!

May 20, 2024 Filed Under: All disciplines, News

After much deliberation by the MSA Board of Directors, and in conjunction with the MSA Staff, the 2024 MSA Night of Champions, originally scheduled for Saturday December 7^th 2024, has had a date change, and will now be held on Saturday, February 1^st, 2025.

It was felt that by moving the event away from the mad rush that is December and the run into Christmas, along with several major events, like ASBK at The Bend now being run later in the year, MSA’s ‘Night of Nights’ would be able to receive the promotion and spotlight that it certainly deserves with a move to early February.

Now, with this move, it has more opened the night up to our local competitors who will be home from overseas for the summer, and the MSA staff are now tasked to put together an extended programme, due, in part, to the amazing results and efforts already being put on show throughout this 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.

The MSA Office are now working hard to source a new, or different venue to the past 3 years, are keen to take the event back to a formal dress code, up from the semi-formal code of recent years, with a number of special guests and guest speakers to be invited to the evening, across all disciplines and even from outside the sport.

One thing that is unlikely to change, is that Club’s will be able to book a table of 10, for a 3 course meal for adults and 2 course meal for children, with the venue being sourced able to seat 250+ people.

The highlight of the evening MAY be another induction into the Motorcycling SA Hall of Fame, and quite possibly, the awarding of Life Membership to Motorcycling SA.

The question is though – who would be the person(s) most likely to join the 10 inductees already residing in the MSA Hall of Fame? Who will it be to join Jack Young, John Boulger, Murray Williams, Andy Caldecott, Jeremy Burgess, Kenny Blake, Bill Horsman, Trevor Diener & Philip Holmes, Gavin Porteous and David Basham in our most prestigious Hall?

For all of the details on how to nominate someone you feel is worthy for consideration, follow the link at the end of this press release to the full list of requirements and the process that is followed to induct someone into the MSA Hall of Fame.

Of course, another feature of the night will be the presenting of Motorcycling SA’s prestigious annual awards, and include,

The Frank Franklin Trophy, for an outstanding career serving the sport here in SA.
The 2024 Regional Volunteer Awards, recognising our most valuable officials, coaches, and volunteers.
The 2024 MSA Rising Star Award, for our most outstanding junior talent under 16 years of age!
The 2024 MSA Club of the Year Award, celebrating our Clubs and Promotors who make our sport happen!

And also, to be celebrated on the night,

Any, and all, Australian Championship recognitions
International Competition recognitions, following on from 2023’s record number!

Nominations for all the Awards are now OPEN, with Hall of Fame and Life Membership open 365 days, but to be considered for 2024, nominations for each award must be received by:

HALL OF FAME:	5.00pm Friday, September 20^th, 2024.
LIFE MEMBERSHIP:	5.00pm Friday, September 20^th, 2024.
FRANK FRANKLIN TROPHY:	5.00pm Friday, November 1^st, 2024.
REGIONAL VOLUNTEER AWARDS:	5.00pm Friday, November 1^st, 2024.
MSA RISING STAR AWARD:	5.00pm Tuesday, November 19^th, 2024.

For the first time, ALL nominations will be able to be done online through a link on the MSA website, www.motorcyclingsa.org.au/about-us/history/ in mid-June, but, if you still feel that the ‘old style’ is better, then nomination forms and criteria can be downloaded, and emailed to events@motorcyclingsa.org.au, or printed off and then sent by post to: Motorcycling SA, 251 The Parade, Beulah Park, SA 5067 – and labled ‘Night of Champions’.

The MSA Board of Directors and the MSA Office staff look forward to seeing you all on the night, but if you have any questions or queries, call the MSA Office on (08) 8332 9000, Monday to Friday.

**The pre-booking of a table (of 10) can be made from July 1^st 2024, by emailing events@motorcyclingsa.org.au and supplying a contact person (name, phone number & email) and the name of the Club/Promotor.

Preview – 2024 SAMX Championship Round 2 – Rivalries Set To Light Up At Riverland Junior Motorcycle Club

May 16, 2024 Filed Under: Motocross, News, SAMX Championship, State Championship

After an edge-of-the-seat Championship opener, this weekend sees the SA Motocross Championship heat up with on-track rivalries at Riverland Junior Motorcycle Club for round 2.

As the late entries deadline has just closed and the final countdown for gate drop is well underway, Round 2 promises to be an absolute treat for SA motocross fans. With 215 riders and a huge 260 bikes across the classes at Renmark, we are sure to see some new Championship front-runners.

Shoutout and thanks to our series sponsors, Three 3s Apparel and Merch, and Great Southern Security, as they continue their support of the South Australian Motocross Championship journey.

Entry List:

With the top 3 Championship points leaders in Pro MX1 not lining up this weekend, 2024’s King of the Gulf and current 4th-place holder, Siegah Ward, is looking to make his move and solidify his name as a frontrunner in the Championship. He will, of course, be joined by SAMX regulars Mitch Norris, Levi McManus, and the Carpenter Brothers, Seth and Mitch, all looking to secure those crucial Championship points.

Continuing their round 1 showdown, 2023’s MX Women’s Champion Amy Bartsch is still in the Championship fight, trailing by just 2 points behind current second-place Emma Haylock. The front-runner, Charli, misses this round. Can she close that gap even further, or will we see a new senior women’s champion crowned?

Not to mention a stacked field of Experts and Clubmen featuring the current Expert Championship leader Aaron Van Zetton and Clubman Cody Harrison, both eager to continue their points lead. With over 20 riders in each field, this weekend will keep them on their toes with plenty of challengers emerging.

This weekend is all set to provide a perfect insight into the exceptional level of riding coming from our future stars in the sport, with over 170 junior riders taking to the track, including a stack of riders beginning their journey in the sport in the 50cc Demo (non-competitive) field.

Determined to continue her round 1 streak of successes, Emily Lambert is back this weekend in the Great Southern Security 100cc to 150cc 2-stroke and 200cc to 250cc 4-stroke Girls class, with last year’s Champion Charlize Waldhuter looking for any chance to take over the overall lead.

With SAMX young gun regulars including current leaderboard talents like Jayke Hansen, Dylan Gromball, Lacey Thompson, Mason Ezergailis, Koby Smart, and Oliver Thredgold taking on SA and Australia’s top junior fields, it’s going to be an edge-of-the-seat showdown for points leads.

Where:

Situated just outside the picturesque Riverland region, and adjacent to Renmark, there’s no better excuse to make the trip down for the weekend to experience everything the region has to offer and witness SA’s best motocross talent continue their Championship rivalries.

Plan your trip HERE.

Spectator Information:

No need to worry about packing lunch if you prefer to travel light. With a fully stocked canteen offering hot food and cold drinks throughout the weekend, this event will be a one-stop shop for attendees of all ages to refuel between on-track action. Plus, with full facilities including showers and toilets on site, both fans and riders will be well taken care of throughout the event.

Track Map –

Time Schedule:

Saturday Practice and Race Order:

Sunday Practice and Race Order:

Live Timing:

Keep pace with every moment of the action with live timing updates via the Mylaps Speedhive Page, or you can download the MYLAPS app via the App Store or Google Play.*

Socials*

Stay in the loop with everything going on in the 2024 SAMX Championship by following SA Motocross on Facebook and Motorcycling SA on Facebook and Instagram.