by: Chelsea Taylor
Wednesday, March 22, 2017 | 1:40 PM
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Chelsea Taylor
(304) 284-0084
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Walker Fowler Looks to Keep Momentum Rolling into the Maxxis Cannonball GNCC
Neal, McClure and McGill Challenge to Steal the Top Spot From Fowler
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (March 22, 2017) – The 43rd Annual AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) series presented by Maxxis, an AMA National Championship, travels to Sparta, Georgia this weekend, March 25 and 26, for the third round of the 13-race series. Race fans will line the 12-mile course to witness firsthand if WFR/Yamaha/Maxxis/Fly Racing’s Walker Fowler can extend his winning streak at the Maxxis Cannonball GNCC.
With much of the attention being on the two-time champion, Fowler, the expert field behind him has been busy proving that the championship is still anyone’s game. Coastal Racing’s Brycen Neal has proven himself to be a top contender, where he has yet to finish off the podium. At the inaugural Cannonball GNCC event last year, Neal had a stand-out performance finishing third. With his past success in Georgia, Neal will carry that momentum with him as he aims to steal the top spot of the box from Fowler at this weekend’s race.
JMR/ATVriders.com’s Jarrod McClure will also be a rider to keep an eye on this weekend. One of McClure’s strongest attributes is his ability to excel under pressure, and if he plans on putting an end to Fowler’s success he will have to utilize that strength this Saturday. With two top-five finishes credited to him thus far, that could be the extra bit of motivation McClure needs to return to the center of the box.
Coming into this weekend fresh off his podium finish in Florida is CST/Induction Solutions/LSR/HiPer/Spider Graphix’s Adam McGill. McGill landed a spot on the Cannonball GNCC overall podium last year, and will be looking to better his result and stand on the center of the box at the conclusion of the two-hour race.
Six-time GNCC champion Chris Borich has yet to make a podium this season. Borich has ran in a top-five position the first two races, but has just missed the box. With 73 overall wins throughout his career, Borich will be eager to add another victory to his resume.
GBC/Canyon Motorsports/Fly Racing’s Landon Wolfe is setting himself up for a personal best season. After ending the 2016 year with his first ever podium, Wolfe has been a man-on-a-mission as he tries to continue his success.
In the XC2 Pro-Am division, M.R. Unlimited/Hygear Suspension/GBC Tires/Tire Spine’s Devon Feehan has commanded the first two races of the year where he has taken both wins. However, Ithaca Recreation/Maxxis/Quad Tech/Storm Peak Crossfit’s Hunter Hart and Iowa’s Matthew Lindle have demonstrated that they have the speed needed to take the top spot from Feehan. The battle will continue this Saturday at the Hill Family Farm.
Saturday’s race schedule is as follows: Youth ATV racing begins at 8 a.m., followed by amateurs, 4x4 Pro and Women at 10 a.m., and the top amateurs and pros race at 1 p.m. Following Saturday’s afternoon race will be 50cc Micro racing taking place at 4:30 p.m.
Adult (12+) gate admission is $20 for the full weekend and $10 for kids (6-11), with kids five and under free. Gate admission includes pro pit access and pro autographs at no additional charge.
All local racers are invited to compete in the Cannonball GNCC, as GNCC Racing offers classes for riders of all skill and experience levels. The amateur race entry fee is $40 if racers pre-enter, and $50 if riders sign up at the track. To learn more about GNCC Racing please visit the GNCC101 webpage.
Local racers expected to compete Saturday on ATVs will be: Chris Riggin (4x4 B), Dwight Pollard (4x4 A), brothers Cooper (125 Sr. 12-15) and Charles Stewart (125 Jr. 8-11), Ryan Glosson (4x4 B), daughter Kendall (WXC) and father Richard Taylor (Masters 50+), Lane Coile (Super Senior 40+), Dylan Walraven (Schoolboy Sr. 14-17), Chuck Horton (Super Senior 45+), Brian Schrantz (Super Senior 45+), Colby Clark (Schoolboy Jr. 13-15) and brothers Ben (Junior B 22+) and Jonathan Danner (24+ C).
Tune in to RacerTV.com on Saturday at 1 p.m. EST to catch LIVE streaming of the Pro ATV race. For more information on GNCC LIVE coverage, visit www.racertv.com. A highlight show featuring the event will air on NBC Sports Network on Sunday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m.
The 2017 AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series heads to Sparta, Georgia this weekend, March 25 and 26, for the Maxxis Cannonball GNCC. For a complete schedule of the weekend’s activities, please visit the Cannonball GNCC event page on the series website by clicking HERE.
For more information on the series, visit the official website at www.gnccracing.com or call (304) 284-0084. Join the conversation on the series Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and be sure to always hashtag #GNCC.
Previous Round Results and Points Standings
Moose Racing Wild Boar GNCC
Palatka, Florida
Round 2 of 13
Saturday, March 11
XC1 Pro Event Results:
- Walker Fowler (YAM)
- Brycen Neal (YAM)
- Adam McGill (HON)
- Jarrod McClure (HON)
- Chris Borich (SUZ)
- Landon Wolfe (HON)
- Tucker Wyatt (HON)
- Marty Christofferson (HON)
- Brian Wolf (HON)
- Westley Wolfe (SUZ)
*Overall National Championship Standings:
- Walker Fowler (60)
- Brycen Neal (46)
- Jarrod McClure (43)
- Adam McGill (37)
- Chris Borich (34)
- Landon Wolfe (29)
- Devon Feehan (27)
- Hunter Hart (19)
- Matthew Lindle (19)
- Marty Christofferson (18)
*Indicates that the Overall National Championship Standings will determine the 2017 National Champion.
XC2 Pro-Am Event Results:
- Devon Feehan (HON)
- Matthew Lindle (HON)
- Hunter Hart (YAM)
- Austin Abney (HON)
- Greg Covert (YAM)
- Sam Hough (HON)
- Levi Coen (HON)
- Cameron Bruce (YAM)
- Braden Henthorn (HON)
- Jeff Miller (HON)
XC2 Pro-Am Series Standings:
- Devon Feehan (60)
- Matthew Lindle (43)
- Hunter Hart (42)
- Greg Covert (41)
- Levi Coen (27)
- Sam Hough (27)
- Jeff Miller (26)
- Austin Abney (26)
- Brandon Icard (23)
- Kenny Shick (20)
About GNCC Racing
The AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series presented by Maxxis is America's premier off-road racing series. Founded in 1975, the 13-round championship is produced exclusively by Racer Productions. Cross-country racing is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world. The grueling three-hour GNCC races lead as many as 2,400 riders through tracks ranging in length from eight to 12 miles. With varied terrain, including hills, woods, mud, dirt, rocks and motocross sections, GNCC events are tests of both survival and speed. The series draws talent from all over the U.S., Central America, South America, Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. GNCC Racing is televised weekly on NBC Sports and RacerTV.com. For more information, please visit www.gnccracing.com.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/membership/join.
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