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Congratulations to 2016 ProX ATV Motocross Specialty Award Winners

Congratulations to 2016 ProX ATV Motocross Specialty Award Winners

Tuesday, October 11, 2016 | 1:15 PM
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Tuesday, October 11, 2016 | 1:15 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Chelsea Taylor
(304) 284-0101
[email protected] 

Congratulations to 2016 ProX ATV Motocross Specialty Award Winners
Twelve Specialty Awards Presented

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (October 11, 2016) – The ProX ATV Motocross National Championship (ATVMX) presented by CST Tires, an AMA National Championship, traveled to Sandusky, Ohio this past weekend, October 8, for the annual awards banquet. In addition to the coveted AMA Pro ATV championship, there were 39 National Championships and 12 specialty awards bestowed upon completion of the 2016 season. 

The AMA Pro Rookie of the Year Award identifies the first-year professional rider who shows the most improvement as they make their professional debut. Wes Lewis took home this prestigious award after his eleventh place finish in the AMA Pro division, along with fifth overall in the Pro-Am ranks.

Wes Lewis took home the award for AMA Pro Rookie of the Year after finishing eleventh in the AMA Pro division. Photo: Ken Hill
Wes Lewis took home the award for AMA Pro Rookie of the Year after finishing eleventh in the AMA Pro division. Photo: Ken Hill

Nathan Hibbs, mechanic for five-time AMA Pro ATV Champion Chad Wienen, was recognized as the Mechanic of the Year. Hibbs was able to once again vault Wienen to the top with his extensive skillset, never once suffering from an unfinished race. 

In addition to finishing in the runner-up position in the Pro ATV Motocross Championship, Joel Hetrick also claimed the SSi Decals Holeshot Award and tied with defending champion Wienen for the ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier Award. 

Chad Wienen (left) and Joel Hetrick (right) tied for the ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier Award. Photo: Ken Hill
Chad Wienen (left) and Joel Hetrick (right) tied for the ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier Award. Photo: Ken Hill

CST Tires was presented the sponsor of the year award, after their bold decision to step up as the series presenting sponsor. Their support expanded to both the professional and amateur racers where their on-site display traveled to each ATVMX round.

The Award of Media Excellence recognizes the individual who went above and beyond throughout the entire season in regards to photography, videography, press or social media. Racer TV’s technical director and systems manager, Dan Reinhart, was the honoree this year for his dedication to an unprecedented amount of live streaming coverage.

The Manufacturer’s Cup was awarded to American Honda Motor Corporation for claiming the most wins over any other manufacturer in the professional division.

Jeffrey Rastrelli (left) and Joel Hetrick (right) accepted the Manufacturer's Cup for American Honda Motor Corporation. Photo: Ken Hill
Jeffrey Rastrelli (left) and Joel Hetrick (right) accepted the Manufacturer's Cup for American Honda Motor Corporation. Photo: Ken Hill

Alan Myers claimed top honors as the Amateur Rider of the Year. The New Jersey native clinched both championships in the 450 A and Production A divisions, and will make his debut in the Pro-Am and Pro Sport classes in 2017. 

The Youth Rider of the Year Award goes to the youth rider who excelled in all divisions of racing. Virginia’s Troy Hill took the top spot in championship points for the Youth All-Star (13-15) and Schoolboy Sr. (14-17) divisions, which earned him this esteemed honor.

Five-time champion, Chad Wienen presented Troy Hill with the Youth Rider of the Year Award. Photo: Ken Hill
Five-time champion, Chad Wienen presented Troy Hill with the Youth Rider of the Year Award. Photo: Ken Hill

The Team of the Year Award is based on the team that displays not only exceptional results on the track, but also carries a positive demeanor off the track. In the end it was JB Racing who took home this prestigious award throughout their commitment to the professional and amateur ranks, along with their devotion to offering medical attention at each round. 

Each year MX Sports and the ATVPG recognizes those lives who were cut short, and this year father of ATVMX competitor Travis Wotring, Steve Wotring, was remembered for his contagious positive spirit he always had at the races.  Wotring’s family and friends were presented a special award in his memory. 

MX Sports and the ATVPG wishes to thank everyone who participated in the 2016 ProX ATV Motocross National Championship, and congratulates all of our 2016 Champions on their accomplishments. Please see below for the full list of class champions and specialty award winners. 

2016 ProX ATV Motocross Champions 

AMA Pro Chad Wienen Galena, IL  
Pro-Am Brett Musick Verdunville, WV
Pro Sport Cole Sepesi Milan, MI
WMX Megan Shepherd Marion, OH
Open B Noah Mickelson Eyota, MN
Open C Rian Smittle Lawrence, PA
Production A Alan Myers Sewell, NJ
Production B Logan Stanfield Peru, IN
Production C Rian Smittle Lawrence, PA
450 A Alan Myers Sewell, NJ
450 B Noah Mickelson Eyota, MN
450 C Rian Smittle Lawrence, PA
450 B/C Limited Devon Kindrick Earlysville, VA
Junior 25+ Lucas Lamons Bulls Gap, TN
Veteran 30+ James Bank Canada
Veteran 30+ C Sebastian Foche Argentina
Women 30+ Michelle Jenkins Warren, OH
Senior 40+ Robert Salinas Harlingen, TX
Senior 40+ B/C Daniel Decoteau Telford, PA
College (16-24) Cody Ford Springtown, TX
Schoolboy Sr. (14-17) Troy Hill Beaverdam, VA
Schoolboy Jr. (13-15) Brandon Hoag Kennard, NE
Schoolgirl (13-17) Niamh Shaw Bowling Green, KY
Youth All-Star (13-15) Troy Hill Beaverdam, VA
Super Mini (12-15) Trevor Thatcher Swanton, OH
Girls (8-13) Alyssa Raynes Hometown, WV
125 (8-15) Braden Shiamone Williamsburg, VA
90 Open Sr. (12-15) Trevor Thatcher Swanton, OH
90 Open Jr. (8-11) Parker Roahrig Nashport, OH
90 Automatic Sr. (12-15) Corey Edwards Spring Grove, VA
90 Automatic Jr. (8-11) Bryson Slagle Gordonsville, TN
90 Shifter (12-15) Zack Decker Zionsville, PA
90 Shifter (8-11) Parker Roahrig Nashport, OH
70 Open (6-11) Mason Jackson Battle Creek, MI
70 Automatic (6-11) Bryson Slagle Gordonsville, TN
70 Shifter (6-11) Mason Jackson Battle Creek, MI
50 Open (5-8) Noah Arnal Vermilion, OH
50 CVT (5-8) Noah Arnal Vermilion, OH
50 Single Speed (4-8) Kolby Tucker Lebanon, KY
50 Semi Stock (4-8) Cash Harsche Burleson, TX

 

Specialty Award Winners 

Manufacturers Cup American Honda Motor Co.  
Sponsor of the Year CST Tires  
Team of the Year JB Racing  
Youth Rider of the Year Troy Hill Beaverdam, VA
AMA Pro Rookie of the Year Wes Lewis Aliquippa, PA
Amateur Rider of the Year Alan Myers Sewell, NJ
Award of Media Excellence Racer TV – Dan Reinhart Morgantown, WV
In Memorium Steven Wotring Zionsville, PA
AMA Pro ATV Champion Mechanic Nathan Hibbs Windsor, MO
ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier Chad Wienen Galena, IN
ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier Joel Hetrick Seneca, PA
SSI Decals Holeshot Joel Hetrick Seneca, PA
Gary Denton Cup Chad Wienen Galena, IL

 

The 2017 ProX ATV Motocross National Championship season kicks off Tuesday, March 14, at the popular Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida for the third annual FLY Racing ATV Supercross. 

For more information on the ProX ATV Motocross National Championship, visit the series official website at www.atvmotocross.com or call (304) 284-0101. Make sure to join the conversation on the series Facebook page, follow on Twitter @ATVMXdotcom and Instagram @ATVMotocross, and be sure to always hashtag #ATVMX.

About the ProX ATV Motocross Championship

The ProX ATV Motocross Championship is the nation's premier amateur and professional ATV motocross series, hosted at top motocross facilities nationwide. The 12-round series features the Nation's best racers, teams and sponsors, and is America's largest and longest-running ATV national motocross program. Since 1985, the series continues to expand and produce top talent from the amateur ranks, while premiering the professional class. For more information, please visit www.atvmotocross.com.