by: Kate Stiller
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM
AMSOIL Moto Hero Returns For 2026 Progressive GNCC Racing Season
Nominate Yourself or Someone You Know Online Now
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (February 3, 2026) – The Progressive Grand National Cross Country Series (GNCC Racing), an AMA National Championship, is excited to announce the continuation of the AMSOIL Moto Hero Awards for the 2026 race season.
The GNCC Racing series is proud to continue its tradition of honoring exceptional individuals through the AMSOIL Moto Hero Awards at every round of the 2026 season, beginning in South Carolina on February 14–15. This meaningful recognition highlights men and women who have gone above and beyond in service to others, including members of the military and first responders.
Racers, fans, and industry members are welcome to nominate themselves or others for this prestigious honor. Nominees may be active or retired military personnel, as well as current or former first responders. Please complete the online form to nominate a Moto Hero for one of the upcoming 2026 GNCC events.
GNCC will honor a standout individual at each event as the AMSOIL Moto Hero. Each AMSOIL Moto Hero will receive the official Moto Hero plate, a $250 AMSOIL shopping spree, a commemorative American Flag courtesy of Columbia Flag and Sign company, and a $200 Gift Certificate for their online store.
From the entire GNCC Racing Nation, “Thank you” to all nominees for your service! Their dedication reflects the same passion, resilience, and grit that define the GNCC community, and their stories continue to inspire racers and fans alike.
Last year's Moto Heroes included JJ Goldick, Joshua Webb, Travis Free, Austin Craven, Jody Lynch, David Lichtenstein, Michael Brown, Catrina Crump, Dakota Williams, Shaw Girard and Josh Wilkins. As the 2026 season approaches, GNCC looks forward to recognizing another group of remarkable individuals whose service deserves celebration.
The 2026 Progressive Grand National Cross Country Series will kick off on February 14-15, 2026, with the VP Racing Fuels Big Buck GNCC in Union, South Carolina. To check out the full 2026 GNCC Series schedule, click HERE.
For more information on the GNCC 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.
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About GNCC Racing
The Progressive Grand National Cross Country Series, an AMA National Championship, is the world premier cross country racing series. Founded in 1975, the 13-round motorcycle and ATV championship and 8-round eMTB championship, is produced exclusively by Racer Productions. Cross-country racing is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world. The grueling two and three-hour GNCC races lead as many as 2,800 riders through racetracks 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 live on 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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