LEBURN, Ky. (April 22, 2026) – As the dust settled on the inaugural Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Dukes GNCC, the Women’s classes delivered an exciting weekend of racing at the brand-new Kentucky venue for round 5 of the 2026 Progressive Grand National Cross Country (GNCC Racing) Series, an AMA National Championship. Challenging terrain put both the bike and ATV competitors to the test as they battled throughout their races. From early lead changes to late-race pushes, the women’s classes showcased determination, consistency, and standout performances as the series moves towards the middle of the 2026 season.  

As the WXC class took off Saturday morning, it was once again Pierce Performance/Moose Racing/Lonestar Racing’s Chloe Harper coming through first on lap one.  Chloe Harper would go on to win the race, but not before Racing/BNR Motorsports/GBC Tires’ Jessica Elioff would battle her way up and close the gap on Harper.  

Elioff would come in just four seconds behind Harper on the last lap to grab the second-place position.  Rounding out the podium was Fearless/Teixeira Tech/BNR Motorsports’ Hannah Hunter, who battled closely throughout the race while working to secure her position inside the top three. 

Just off the podium, BNR/Kenda/Lonestar Racing’s Avery L. Collins and Stewart Boys Racing/Kenda/Action Off-Road’s Andrea Rodgers put in consistent rides as they battled throughout the race. Collins held onto fourth overall, maintaining steady lap times and positioning herself inside the top five for the duration of the event. Rodgers stayed within striking distance in fifth, applying pressure each lap and continuing to push forward as the race unfolded, ultimately finishing just behind Collins at the checkered flag.

In the Women’s 15+ class, Courtney Crump put together an impressive ride. After running in second through the opening three laps, Crump made her move and never looked back, going on to secure a dominant victory by over eight minutes and earning her fourth win of the season.

Alyssa Rodgers would also battle her way up from fifth and make the move on the last lap to secure second place on the day. Grace Bender charged her way through the pack, moving from seventh to third to earn her first podium finish of the season. 

Ciara Shadron earned the Women 25+ class win with a consistent and controlled ride, leading from the opening lap and maintaining her lead to the checkered flag. Nikki Howard held strong in second throughout the race, keeping the pressure on early before ultimately securing the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Mahala Rich finished third on the day. 

In the Women’s C class, Emma Howell put together a strong ride to earn the win, making her move into the lead on the third lap and holding that position through the finish. Ella Shriver remained consistent throughout the race to secure second overall, while Neveah Mulholland worked her way forward from the opening laps to round out the podium in third. 

In the Youth ATV race in the Schoolgirl class, Raelynn Dickerson led from start to finish, holding the top spot to earn the class win. Emma Edwards stayed close throughout the race, maintaining a consistent pace to secure second overall. Rounding out the podium, Cadence Jackson worked her way into third, putting together a strong ride to finish inside the top three. 

In the Girls Sr. class, Aubree Nicholson led the way with a strong and consistent performance, holding the lead from the opening lap to earn the class win. Moon Savage maintained second throughout the race, putting in a steady ride to secure the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Kaydence Wiggins worked her way into third, continuing to push forward and finish inside the top three. 

In the Girls Jr. class, Kartyr Phillips made an impressive charge through the field, moving from third on the opening lap to take over the lead on the final lap and secure the win. Audrey Petrilla set the early pace, leading the first two laps before ultimately finishing second. Rounding out the podium, Baylee Wright stayed consistent throughout the race, holding a top-three position each lap to earn third overall.

With Saturday’s ATV racing complete, attention turned to the AM Bike Race as the weekend’s competition in Kentucky continued. 

In the WXC Bike class, FMF KTM Factory Racing’s Brandy Richards charged her way to her first win of the 2026 season after starting fourth on the opening lap. Richards steadily worked her way through the field, taking over the lead on the second lap and holding that position through the remainder of the race. 

Rockstar Energy Factory Husqvarna Racing’s Korie Steede grabbed the early lead on lap one and continued to battle up front, ultimately securing second overall after a consistent ride. Rounding out the podium,  AmPro Yamaha’s Danielle McDonald stayed in contention throughout the race, maintaining third place and pushing to the finish to complete the podium.

Phoenix Racing Honda’s Tayla Jones put together a consistent ride to secure fourth overall, while Moose Offroad/Solid Performance Suspension/Remax’s Jocelyn Barnes rounded out the top five with a fifth-place finish on the day.

In the Women’s class, Megan Janyssek led from the opening lap and never looked back, putting together a dominant performance to secure the class win. Zoey Kimble maintained a steady pace throughout the race, holding onto second position and continuing to build her gap over the rest of the field. Rounding out the podium, Madison Harmon worked her way into third early on and remained consistent to finish inside the top three.

Amber Aubain led from the opening lap to control the race and earn the class win in the Women’s 30+ class. Minnie Hansen held onto second throughout the race, continuing to push forward and secure the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Dayna Bergman remained consistent as well, holding third place each lap to complete the podium.

In the Women C class, Elle Richardson led from the start and never looked back, putting together a consistent performance to earn the class win. Zola Andonopoulos maintained second throughout the race, holding a steady pace to secure the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Pita Andonopoulos completed the top three with a determined ride to finish third. 

The girls' bike youth racers also delivered exciting competition, showcasing strong rides and determination throughout their classes 

In the Girls Super Mini class, Vaida Lavergne put together a strong ride to earn the win, making the pass into the lead on the third lap and holding that position through the finish. Isla Kastel led the opening laps before slipping back to second, continuing to push forward to secure the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Baylee Arsenault remained consistent throughout the race, holding onto third to complete the podium. 

In the Girls 85 class, Aubrey Tsakanikas led from the opening lap and never looked back, putting together a dominant and consistent performance to earn the class win. Maura Tsakanikas held onto second throughout the race, maintaining a steady pace to secure the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Kaylee Burford worked her way into third and continued to push forward to finish inside the top three. 

In the Girls 65 class, Jhorjie Walker led the way with a consistent performance, holding the top position throughout the race to earn the class win. Gemmini Cadieux worked her way into second after the opening lap and maintained that position to secure the runner-up finish. Rounding out the podium, Matilda Revoyr battled up front early and remained consistent to finish third overall.

In the Micro Bike Girls class, Codie Mae Lloyd led from the start and maintained control throughout the race, earning the class victory with a consistent performance. Adalynn J. Fisher held onto second each lap, continuing to push forward and secure the runner-up position. Rounding out the podium, Tessa Looney put in a determined ride to finish third overall.