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16 June 2010 Update

We had our 250 C class rider Alex Nicol in attendance at the Loretta Lynn's Amateur National Championships Regional Qualifier at Birch Creek in Virginia. He rode well all weekend with 10, 16, 25 moto finishes he struggled with some of his starts and a few crashes kept him from finishing where he was easily capable of this weekend. He was involved in a pile up in the 3rd 250 C stock moto and suffered a knee injury. He should be back on the bike soon and he will be competing in some Florida Series races in preparation for the Gold Cup series and the Winter National Mini Olympics along with our A rider Dalton Yingling. We hope Alex the best in his recovery and we hope to see everyone at the track!

Thundercross Mx Park Round 7 Florida Motocross Series:
We saw our C rider Alex Nicol do really well this past weekend. He took both holeshots in the 250C class and with two/one moto finishes he took the overall. He also placed 5th overall in youth 16-24. "Without the help of all of our awesome sponsors and the great people behind me this would not be possible, Thanks so much and I am looking forward to Virginia in two weeks!" -Alex Nicol Freedom Mx Racing rider #694

Thundercross Mx Park Round 7 Florida Motocross Series:

Alex Nicol-KAW: 1st Place Overall 250 C; 5th Place Overall Youth 16-24

Seminole Tribe Mx Park Rd 6 FL Series:
Alex Nicol- KAW: 2^nd Place 250 C; 4^th Place youth 16-24

Sunshine Motocross Park Rd 4 Spring / Summer Series: Alex Nicol- KAW:
2^nd Place 125 int; 4^th Place 125/250 Open

“We had another great weekend! Our Freedom Mx Racing Kawasaki was running great yet again, together with the Pirelli tires we were hooking up in the sandy conditions at Seminole and I felt good all weekend. Without any of my sponsors I would not be able to do this, and I appreciate each one of them that has helped me to get to where I am today.” – Alex Nicol Freedom Mx Racing rider #694

Thundercross Mx Park Round 3 Florida Series:

Dalton Yingling- 1^st Place Overall Youth 16-24; 1^st Place Overall Four stroke Congratulations to Dalton for doing well in his first race back from injury!

Alex Nicol- 5^th Place Overall Youth 16-24; 11^th Place Overall 250 C out of 29 (after falling with the lead in moto two and being over ¾ of a lap behind the leaders).

We would like to send our thoughts and prayers go out to the Syfrett family. Wyatt Syfrett number 88 had a mid moto crash at Thundercross in the second 250 C moto and suffered a broken collarbone. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him back at the track very soon.

March 20^th Update: Our Pro/Am A rider Dalton Yingling will be getting back on the bike this week and begin training to prepare for the Loretta Lynn’s National Championships. We wish him the best as he makes his return!

Dade City Motocross Round 2 Mx Points Championship Series: Congratulations to Alex Nicol: 1st Place Overall 250 C and a personal best 6^th Place Overall Schoolboy. This plaque is for our sponsors

South Florida MX Series

Seminole Round 6

We wrapped up the South Florida Winter Series this past weekend at Seminole Tribe Motocross. All of our riders who were competing for overall awards finished in the top three in their respective classes. We will have our primary team working hard to qualify for the 2010 Loretta Lynn’s Championships over the next few months and will keep you updated on our progress.

South Florida MX Series Finishes

+	Alex Nicol- 250 C 3^rd Overall Series
+	Lauren Traulsen- Women 2^nd Overall Series
+	Mark McLaughlin- 4-stroke 1^st Overall Series
+	Ian Chia- 250 B 1^st Overall Series

Race finishes:

		694: Alex Nicol- - 3^rd place overall 250 C; - 7^th place overall youth 16-24
Affiliates:
		26: Kurt Sr. Traulsen - 1^st place overall Plus 50
		777: Kurt Jr. Traulsen - 5^th place overall 250 C
		25: Lauren - 2^nd place overall Women
		241: Mark McLaughlin - 2^nd place overall 4-stroke - 5^th place overall 450 B
		414: Ian Chia - 1^st place overall 250 B

Freedom Mx Racing would like to thank you for your continued support. We have a full update of the awesome work our athletes have been putting in so far this 2010 season. We have had riders at both the Florida Winter Am Series and at the South Florida Winter Series and they have all worked hard on and off of the track, the results are as follows:

Reddick Loretta Lynn’s Area Qualifier 2010:

Congratulations to Alex and Ian for qualifying in stock and going as alternates in Mod to the regionals at Birch Creek, VA

+ Alex Nicol 6^th Place Overall 250 C Stock, 13^th Place Overall 250 C Mod

+ Ian Chia 7^th Place Overall 250 B Stock, 10^th Place Overall 250 B Mod

Bithlo round 5 South Florida winter series:
+ Alex Nicol 4^th Place Overall 250 C
Affiliates:
+ Mark McLaughlin 3^rd Place Overall 4-stroke
+ Ian Chia 1^st Place Overall 250 B

Congratulations to Brianna for winning the Women’s class title in the 2010 Winter Am Series! We look forward to seeing everyone at the final round of the South Florida Winter Series at Seminole!

Gatorback round 6 Winter Am Series:

+ Briana Mahon 2^nd Place Overall Women and the 2010 Winter Am Series Women’s title!!

+ Eric Goodson 5^th Place Overall 250 B, 4^th Place Overall 250 Open

Thundercross round 4 South Florida Winter Series:
Congratulations to Alex Nicol for finishing on the box with a 3^rd Overall in 250 C
and 8^th Place Overall in his first Youth 16-24 class ride.

Unfortunately our Pro Am/ A rider Dalton Yingling suffered an injury in practice on Saturday February 6^th at Thundercross MX Park. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the track very soon.

Affiliates:
+ Ian Chia 1^st Place Overall 250 B
+ Mark McLaughlin 4^th Place Overall 4-stroke, 4^th Place Overall 450 B
+ Lauren Traulsen 3^rd Place Overall Women

Forrest Glenn round 5 Winter Am Series:

Bri Mahon 2^nd Place Overall Women

Lake City round 4 Winter Am series:

+ Bri Mahon 1^st Place Overall Women

+ Eric Goodson 4^th Place Overall Youth 16-24

5^th Place Overall 250 B

2^nd Place Overall 250 Open

Thundercross round 3 South Florida Winter Series:

+ Alex Nicol 4^th Place Overall and 3^rd in points 250 C

+ Dalton Yingling 1^st Place Overall 250 A

1^st Place Overall 450 A

2^nd Place Overall DNA Pro Challenge

Affiliates:

+ Lauren Traulsen 3^rd Place Overall Women

+ Kurt Traulsen Sr. 2^nd Place Overall Plus 50

+ Kurt Traulsen Jr. 14^th Place Overall 250 C

Mark McLaughlin 3^rd Place Overall 4-stroke

3^rd Place Overall 450 B

Ian Chia 1^st Place Overall 250 B, Great job Ian!

Dade City round 3 Winter Am Series:

+ Bri Mahon 1^st Place Overall Women

+ Eric Goodson 3^rd Place Overall Youth 16-24

2^nd Place Overall 250 B

1^st Place Overall Open B

Bithlo round 2 South Florida Winter Series:

+ Alex Nicol 5^th Place Overall 250 C

+ Dalton Yingling 3^rd Place Overall 450 A; 4^th Place Overall 250 A

Affiliates:

+ Mark McLaughlin 2^nd Place Overall 4-stroke; 5^th Place Overall 450 B

+ Ian Chia 5^th Place Overall 250 B

+ Kurt Traulsen Jr. 8^th Place Overall 250 C

+ Lauren Traulsen 2^nd Place Overall Women

Reddick round 2 Winter Am Series:

+ Eric Goodson 3^rd Place Overall Youth 16-24

4^th Place Overall 250 B

3^rd Place Overall 250 Open

+ Bri Mahon was not denied of 1^st Place Overall Women, way to go Bri!

Seminole round 1 South Florida Winter Series:

+ Alex Nicol 5^th Place Overall 250 C

+ Dalton Yingling 2^nd Place Overall 450 A

2^nd Place Overall 250 A

3^rd Place Overall DNA Pro Challenge

Special thanks to DNA for supporting the South Florida Winter Series and putting on the Pro Challenge!

Affiliates:

+ Ian Chia 2^nd Place Overall 250 B

+ Mark McLaughlin 2^nd Place Overall 4-stroke

4^th Place Overall 450 B

+ Kurt Traulsen Jr. 15^th Place Overall 250 C
+ Lauren Traulsen 2^nd Place Overall Women

11 Jan 10 Florida Winter-AM Series

Here are the results for Freedom MX Racing

2010 Florida Winter-AM Series, Round 2, 9-10 Jan 10, Reddick

Brianna Mahon-1st Place Women's Division

Leah Cantrell-2nd Place Women's Division

Eric Goodson-250B Class 4th; 250B Open 3rd Place; 16-24 Class 3rd Place

2010 South Florida Series, Round 1, 10 Jan 10, STMX

Dalton Yingling: 250A 2nd Place; 450A 2nd Place; DNA Pro Challenge 3rd Place

Alex Nicol: C Class 5th Place

Affiliates: Ian Chia--250B 2nd Place

Lauren Traulsen--2nd Place in Women's Division

We do have additional pictures coming soon. Due to the size of our team, we will be racing next week at both series.

BRIANNA MAHON (56) WIN OVER LEAH CANTRELL (322) for 1st

Freedom MX Racing started 2010 at Gatorback Cycle Park with Round # 1 of the 2010 Florida Winter-AM Series.

The following are the official results:
+ Dalton Yingling: 250A 3rd, 250 Pro 11th,
450A 3rd, Open Pro 12th
+ Brianna Mahon: 1st Overall
+ Alex Nicol: 24th C Class

Freedom MX Racing is proud to designate Pirelli as out spotlight sponsor for January 2010.

The following is an interview of Pirelli's Jake Hamlin conducted by Freedom Mx Racing's Director of P.R., C.T.

C.T.: What is your background?
Jake: I'm from Macon, GA and I grew up racing Motocross in the Southeast. After college I went to work with CNN in Atlanta for a few years. Still being a huge fan of the industry, I jumped on the opportunity to join Pirelli when it presented itself.

C.T.: How long have you been with Pirelli?
Jake: I've been with Pirelli for almost 3 years now.

C.T.: What is your title?
Jake: My specific title is "MX Tire Technician". But, like most people in the industry, I'm involved with much more. I've spent the majority of the past two years overseeing our race support at the Supercross and Outdoor Nationals. Also, we're pushing really hard right now at the amateur level and with so many big amateur races these days, we've got a full schedule.

C.T.: What is Pirelli's mission?
Jake: In the arena of off-road motorcycle racing, Pirelli's mission is to continue providing a premium product that can win at any level. Through the development of our amateur program, we're seeing more and more riders try our product and come away very impressed. We are proud of the fact that the same tires we use in SX and MX at the pro level, are the same specs that anyone can get at their local shop.

C.T.: How do you feel about this industry and where do you think it will go in 2010?
Jake: Obviously, the industry is in a critical time right now and it's staying power will definitely be tested. It was time for some changes and with very little money to go around right now, I think those changes are being forced to happen. There were too many select groups getting too much preferential treatment and I don't see that continuing with the economy the way it is. Money is too tight to pick favorites anymore and I think at the end of the day, it's a good thing.

C.T.: What is it about this sport that is attracting so many people despite the economy?
Jake: I can only answer that from a personal perspective and it's just that this sport is so awesome. From a beginner to a pro, everyone can enjoy this sport we call motocross. Once you've been bitten by this bug, there is no stopping you from getting out there and enjoying yourself at the track with friends and family. People are always going to need a little release and their is no better stress reliever than blasting down the start straight surrounded by screaming dirtbikes.

C.T.: What is your long term goal?
Jake: I would like to see Pirelli garner the same notoriety it has in Europe. Pirelli has won 52 World Championship titles with some of the best racers, including numerous titles with Stefan Everts. Here in the U.S., we are slowly but surely gaining ground, but it's going to take awhile. I believe in the Pirelli product line, so long term, I'd like to see us continue to grow in the direction we are headed. Being associated with teams like Freedom MX has been one way we are accomplishing that goal.

Freedom MX Racing will spend January to March competing in both the 2010 South Florida MX Series and 2010 Florida Winter Am Series

Click on the series title to see the details and be sure to check back here to see what we expect to be exceptional results from our riders!

28 nov 09 mini o's

Here are the motocross results for Freedom MX Racing:

ERIC GOODSON

Youth 12-16 Modified----4th OVERALL

Schoolboy 14-16----21st OVERALL

Open B Modified---12th OVERALL

LEAH CANTRELL: Women"s---2nd OVERALL

BRIANNA MAHON: Women's--17th OVERALL

DALTON YINGLING

250A Pro-Am Modified---16th OVERALL

Open A Modified----16th OVERALL

Four-Stroke---13th OVERALL

BRONZE MEDAL---OVERALL RESULTS

ALEX NICOL: Missed LCQ

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their participation. We are looking forward to 2010 Season. In the interim time, we want to wish everyone Happy Holidays.

25 nov 09 2010 mini o's Thus far we have completed the wet, muddy supercross.
Follow the racing @ links: Live Results Racing on Video	+ Leah Cantrell, 3rd Overall - Women's + Brianna Mahon, 4th Overall-Women's + Dalton Yingling, 13th Overall-250 Pro/Am Mod 11th Overall- Open Pro-Am 2nd Overall in Four Stroke + Eric Goodson, 7th Overall Youth 12-16 Thursday and Friday will be Motocross. We will keep you posted.

6 Nov 09 Noah Biorkman

This is really important for me and I think you'd feel the same way. This was posted on Facebook from one of my friends:

"A 5yr old boy named Noah Biorkman is in the last stages of a 2 1/2yr battle with Neuroblastoma Cancer. The family is celebrating Christmas next week and Noahs request is to get lots of Christmas cards. Simple right? So lets get him some!!!! Please send cards to: Noah Biorkman , 1141 Fountian View Circle, South Lyon, MI 48178. Lets see How many cards we can get to this little guy!"

Let's put aside our busy schedule for two minutes and honor Noah's last wish.

Thanks, C.T.

2 Nov 09 thundercross

Another great weekend for Freedom MX Racing at Thundercross:

Dalton Yingling----1st Place 250A, 1st Place 450A, 1st Place 16-24 Age

Alex Nicol---6th in Youth 12-15, 8th C Class out of 27

Congrats to Ian Chia for winning The OVERALL Series in B Class

Our Scholar Program and Family

Kurt Traulsen Sr.---OVERALL WINNER of South Florida MX Series--Plus 50 Class

Kurt Traulsen Jr.---7th OVERALL of South Florida MX Series--C Class

Lauren Traulsen---2nd OVERALL of South Florida MX Series--Women's Division

Next race will be Mini O's NOVEMBER 23-28.

2010 Team Green

Freedom MX Riders Dalton Yingling, Eric Goodson, Brianna Mahon, and Leah Cantrell were selected to to be members of Kawasaki Team Green for the 2010 season. We want to send out a special thanks to Ryan Holliday for his continued support.

Recognition of Staff Member

Ryan "Ryno" Damm, One of Freedom MX Racing Owners

On Race Day you will find Ryno feverishly preparing race bikes for Freedom MX Racing. Ryno is the epitome of dedication to the Team Concept. Ryno was a MX Pro-Racer for many years prior to becoming a partner with Freedom MX Racing. With his experience and knowledge, we are truly lucky to have a person of his caliber on our TEAM. Our riders rely on Ryno's ability to make adjustments and coaching during race day and practices.

25 Oct 09 South Florida MX Series

The latest results for our race team for South Florida MX Series in Bithlo:

Dalton Yingling, Kaw #275:

250A, 1st Overall

450A, 1st Overall

16-24 Class, 1st Overall

Brianna Mahon, Kaw #56: Women's Division, 1st Overall

Alex Nicol, Yam#694:

C Class, 5th Overall

Scholar Program:

Kurt Traulsen:

C Class, 3rd Overall

The entire family podiumed today. Kurt Traulsen Sr.---1st Place Overall and his daughter Lauren Traulsen--3rd Overall.

Our Potential New Member: Ian Chia: B Class, 2nd Overall

Next week, we will be at Thundercross to finish out the series. Our newest sponsor is DNA Energy Drink. Thank you Dino and Geoff for your recognition of our Team Concept Program.

2009 Florida Gold Cup Series

Sunday was the finale of the Florida Gold Cup Series. We had a very successful series; Here are the final results:

Dalton Yingling: Kawasaki #275

250A, Overall Series Winner

250 Pro, 2nd Overall

Open A, Overall Series Winner

Open Pro, 2nd Overall

Brianna Mahon: Kawasaki #56

Women's, Overall Series Winner

Our next race will be at Bithlo. We will only have Dalton Yingling, Alex Nicol, and our secondary team there. Our Primary Team will be training for the Mini O's. We would like to thank you for your support.

Thanks

2009 Branson Report

Eric Goodson

My experience of the 2009 Branson Motocross Nationals during October 8-9th. It rained and rained, the river flooded, and they cancelled racing for the weekend. 17 hours each way for 10 laps of practice. Check out the video!!

14 Oct 09 Update

Final race of Gold Cup Series in Gainesville this Sunday. We already have 3 guaranteed OVERALL wins.....Looking for the fourth GOLD.

11 Oct 09 Update

Latest News on the Gold Cup for our riders: Leah Cantrell 1st Place, Brianna Mahon 2nd Place, Bo Partin 3rd Place Four-Stroke, Alex Nicol 8th C Class, Dalton Yingling 2nd 250A, 2nd Open A, 3rd 250 Pro, 4th Open Pro.

Rider Report!

Alex Nicol is our newest Report Card Rewards Program Scholar and member of Freedom MX Racing. This is his first race at the Gold Cup. Alex has been racing at the Florida MX Series. This plaque is for our sponsors.

With a strong support from his parents, this young man is an example of what our program is all about. Alex will be switching to Kawasaki very soon. We are very proud of him and kudos to his parents for instilling such strong work ethics and family values.

This was a great week for our team and our scholars. We are getting results on and off the tracks!

Sunshine Round 4 of Gold Cup

Dalton Yingling: 250A-2nd OVERALL; 250 Pro-4th OVERALL; Open A-3rd OVERALL; Open Pro-3rd OVERALL--KAWASAKI

Leah Cantrell: Women's--1st OVERALL--KAWASAKI

Brianna Mahon: Women's--3rd OVERALL--KAWASAKI

Alex Nicol: C class-2nd OVERALL--YAMAHA

Results for South Florida MX Series

Robert Bretthauer-15th 125cc Class--KAWASAKI

Kurt Traulsen Sr.-1st OVERALL over 50 Class---KAWASAKI

Kurt Traulsen Jr-10th OVERALL 250C--KAWASAKI

Lauren Traulsen-3rd OVERALL Women's---KAWASAKI

Kawasaki Race of Champions

We just heard from David Goodson who is the father of our Schoolboy class rider Eric Goodson. Eric's results from the Kawasaki Race of Champions are: Schoolboy 2-stroke---3rd OVERALL and Schoolboy 4-stroke--2nd OVERALL.

"beat some big names today. Heading to Branson National..." David Goodson.