In our Facebook Live series we are getting you race ready for the 2022 season.
In the first broadcast, our topic for discussion was BODY AND MIND CONDITIONING.
This evening’s panel was:
Mark Morris, JMR Foundation
Kay Woodburn, Gritty People
Yannis Konstantinomanolakis, Olympus Pro
Carlton Husband, Phoenix Kawasaki
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Name: Archie Butterfield
Rider number: 311
Age: 12
Bike: KTM 85SW
From: East Yorkshire
Goals for 2024: Top 3 in the Bridgestone Masters and the British Championship.
Hi my name is Archie Butterfield and I am 12 years old. I ride a KTM 85SW. I had a good 2023 season and am looking forward to the 2024 season. I am training hard on and off the bike. Other interests of mine are skiing, Go Karting and messing about on my pit bike. I am proud to be a-part of the JMR Foundation again this year.
Name: Riley Butterworth
Rider number: 97
Age: 12
Bike: GasGas 85 SW
From: Lancashire
Goals for 2024: My goals for 2024 are to place top 3 at club level (Peterborough) and top 10 at national level (British Youth Nationals).
I have been riding motocross since May 2020 and now ride in the Small Wheel 85cc Class. I am part of the RMJ training academy and train 2/3 times a week with Ash Wilde.
I cycle and attend the gym for my off-bike training. In 2024 I am going to focus heavily on my mental approach and off bike training to ensure that I continue to improve in all areas. I am super proud to be part of the JMR Foundation for its 3rd year and will continue to display their core values to be a great advocate for them.
Name: Ryan Taylor
Rider number: 238
Age: 12
Bike: KTM 85SW
From: North Yorkshire
Goals for 2024: Competing in Bridgestone British Masters 2024.
With hard work and determination, would love to get on the podium.
Train hard
Eat right
Sleep
Repeat
Name: Harley Marczak
Race number: 5
Age: 11
Bike: KTM 85sw
From: Manchester
Goals for 2024: My goals for 2024 are to hopefully finish my first year in the 85 class top 3
Hi my name is Harley Marczak I have just moved up into the sw class this year and will be competing in the Bridgestone British Masters and will be qualifying for the British youth nationals through mx90s.
Last year I competed in 3 championships (British Youth Nationals, Bridgestone British Masters and mx90s) and won all 3.
Name: Macey Scott
Race number: TBC
Age: 10
Bike: KTM 85SW
From: Fife
Goals for 2024: Win girls nationals again, Qualify in the A group for Master Kids UK.
I’m Macey Scott, 10 years old and I live in Scotland. I started motocross in 2021 and I have been committed ever since. When I’m not riding I enjoy keeping fit by going to the gym, lifting weights and I also running.
My biggest achievement in 2023 was winning the UK Girls Nationals in the 65 class. I have moved up to SW85 for the 2024 season and I’m ready for the challenge.
My life goal is to race in the WMX World Championship just like Courtney Duncan, Lotte Van Drunen and Lucy Barker.
My winter training has already begun. I am going to Leuchars, Elgin and Tain this weekend with my coach for 4 days of training. I will be training twice a week on my bike with my coach. (Weather dependent)
Off the bike, I will be keeping up my fitness by doing strength and endurance training in our gym. Also always keeping a positive attitude helps me as well.
Name: Charlie Duck
Race number: 87
Age: 9
Bike: Yamaha YZ65
From: Wiltshire
Goals for 2024: Top ten in my first year on my YZ65.
I have been riding since I was 6, a bit late but I’ve learnt fast. I got into motocross as my grandad is Garry Withers, a British sidecar champion and I’m fascinated by bikes. I enjoy spending as much time riding my bike and improving my skills on it. Out of riding I play football, which helps keep me fit and competitive.
Name: Tyler Peaty
Rider number: 124
Age: 11
Bike: Ktm 65 2023
From: Berkshire
Goals for 2024: Top 5 Bridgestone; top 3 BSMA; top 5 British
I started riding at the age 4 and once I turned 6 I started racing. Motocross is huge in our family with uncles, cousins mum and dad all racing so it’s in my blood. I love weekends away with my mates and family and of course some racing too!
When I’m not racing I like to play online with my mates but It’s mainly motocross mates 😂 and we are all still racing! I also love training such as running and gym work.
Name: Kian McGill
Rider number: 221
Age: 14
Bike: Husqvarna TC 85BW
From: Banffshire
Goals for 2024: To achieve top 3 throughout the year in the BW 85s in all races
I have been riding bikes since I was 4 years of age, I enjoy playing with my friends and mostly every weekend consists of bike practice or racing, other hobbies would be MTB threw the week locally with friends.
Name: Ellie Whittle
Rider number: 196
AGE: 14
Bike: Honda CRF250R
From: Fife
Goals for 2024: To become a better and faster rider and to start racing.
I have been riding since January 2023. It all started when I got my first dirtbike (crf125f) and then I fell in love with the sport and it has become my life. I enjoy everything about riding and love learning new skills. I also like cycling my bike.
Name: Harvey Wiley
Rider number: 279
Age: 11
Bike: Gas Gas mc85
From: Derbyshire
Goals for 2024: Top 3 YMSA championships, Get first race win, Consistently be in the top 3 at club races, Top 15 in A class at master kids, Top 15 in any national.
I have been riding since the age of 4 but only had my first full season of racing in 2023 as covid made me miss a lot of riding/racing.
I started racing because my dad used to race we share the same passion along with my little brother Jaxon who also races a 50. I love to rail big corners and jump big jumps, also the adrenaline of fighting for positions.
Outside of motocross, I like to go boxing for my fitness, play Xbox (always motocross games) ride my BMX and listen to music.
Name: Harrison Bascombe
Race number: 10
Age: 10
Bike: Yamaha Yz 85
From: Dorset
Goals for 2024: To keep improving and learn as much as I can
I started riding when I was about 3/4 and always wanted to race on the track with the adults! My dad was riding at the time so I was always around bikes and have ridden ever since. I love camping and seeing all my friends and I enjoy riding different tracks. I also love a good battle. Other than racing I play football, ride my dirt jumper around the skate park and play Supercross 4 on the Xbox.
Name: Sonny Rooney
Race number: 422
Age: 14
Bike: Yamaha 125
From: Liverpool
Goals for 2024: It will be my first year competing within the 125 class in 2024. I’m looking to achieve as close to a top 5 racing in within British championships. Any European round I may do I will go and try my very best to qualify to race and build on my experience to achieve better results as the season goes on.
I’m Sonny Rooney race number 422 14 years old from Liverpool.
I’ve been racing since the age of 6, this year I will compete in the 125 class. I’m looking forward to racing my 1st year on the 125, I have gained alot of invaluable experience racing out in Europe last season. I’ve been working hard training on and off the bike pre-season and feel ready for the new challenge. I’m racing the fastest 40 this season and will look to compete out in Europe again.
Name: Ben Donaldson
Rider number: 05
Age: 12
Bike: KTM 85BW
From: Elgin
Goals for 2024: To try and finish top 3 in as much races as possible and a few race wins in the 85bw class, I will also be competing in the Scottish championship, ADMCC championship and the GMCC championship.
I have been riding bikes since the age of 5 and started racing 1 and a half years ago. I ride mostly every weekend, other hobbies are MTB on most rest days.
Name: Oliver Burridge
Rider number: 69
Age: 12
Bike: Husqvarna 85cc
From: Dorset
Goals for 2024: I would like to place top 10 at Bridgestone British Masters. One of my most important goals is to win Ringwood MX championship.
I started riding a PW50 at the age of 4. I started loving the sport by watching my dad race as early as I can remember. I enjoy a race weekend being with my mates and racing together. I play football at school and I am in the school football team, I like playing rugby and I am also one the school’s sports captains. I also enjoy going to the local forest on my mountain bike and experiencing all the trails.
Name: Callum Smith
Rider number: 600
Age: 11
Bike: Yamaha yz85SW
From: Fife
Goals for 2024: My goal for the 2024 season is to get some race wins and achieve top 5 in the championship
I had a PW50 at 3 years old, raced 2 sessions on a 65 at 9 years old. Last season I moved on to an 85 at 10 years old. I had only 4 race meets on the 85 and my best result was 4th, then for the rest of the year I was out just practicing, enjoying the thrill, enjoyed meeting like-minded people. I like mountain bikes also, best result 2nd places, best overall finish in the championship was 4th missing 3rd by one point at Scottish winter series.
Name: Arthur Tribbeck-Western
Rider number: 165
Age: 9
Bike: KTM 65sx
From: Wiltshire
Goals for 2024: I’m signing with Alex Snow for 2024, to get some consistency of training and other elements of getting me up onto the podium. Also doing some training with Ben Milward. I’m determined to get noticed and would love a factory sponsorship.
I have been riding for 3 years, started on my electric Kuberg and after maxing that out at Ashdown intermediate track, I went onto a stomp 110 but it didn’t last long as wanted a KTM. In 2022 I started competing with Ringwood MXC I didn’t get enough races in to qualify for end of season trophy sadly.
Last year has been fantastic with my first full season with Ringwood and Dursley clubs. I love the rush from the Race starts most. I’m learning to play the Saxophone which is cool, I like karting at Thruxton Race track and mountain biking, I have done some challenging tracks in Wales which I really enjoyed