NEWBURG, W.Va. (November 8, 2026) – The Progressive Grand National Cross Country (GNCC Racing) Series, an AMA National Championship, wrapped up its 2026 season with an action-packed weekend of racing at the Dunlop Motorcycle Tires Buckwheat 100 GNCC in Newburg, West Virginia, November 6-8. As the final round of the season, the Buckwheat 100 brought together the nation's top ATV and motorcycle off-road racers for one last battle against the rugged West Virginia terrain. The weekend also served as GNCC Racing's Salute to First Responders and Military Members, honoring the brave men and women who serve and protect our communities and country ahead of Veterans Day.

Phoenix Racing Yamaha’s Brycen Neal capped off an incredible 2026 GNCC Racing season in winning fashion, capturing the final XC1 Pro ATV overall victory of the year at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC in Newburg, West Virginia. Neal showcased his speed, skill and determination as he tackled the demanding terrain and battled through the competition to secure the top spot on the overall podium. With one final checkered flag waving on the 2026 season, Neal proved once again why he has been a dominant force in the XC1 Pro ATV class, adding another impressive victory to his season accomplishments. The win served as a fitting conclusion to a hard-fought year of racing, as Neal closed out the season on top and carried that winning momentum into the offseason.

The battle for the remaining overall podium positions at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC was just as exciting, as Sturdivant Racing/Maxxis/Moose Racing’s Branden Owens and HHR/Fly Racing/QuadTech’s Hunter Hart fought their way through the challenging West Virginia terrain to secure second and third overall. Owens put together an impressive performance, maintaining a strong pace throughout the race as he pushed toward the front of the pack and ultimately earned the runner-up position at the 2026 season finale. Hart was also in the mix, showcasing his speed and determination as he battled through the demanding course to round out the overall podium in third. Both riders capped off their 2026 GNCC Racing campaigns with strong performances, earning one final trip to the podium before the season ended.

Stewart Boys Racing/Kenda/Pierce Performance’s Wyatt Wilkin and Merritt Racing/BNR Motorsports/GBC’s Josh Merritt rounded out the top five overall finishers at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, putting together strong performances at the 2026 season finale. Wilkin battled through the challenging West Virginia terrain, maintaining a competitive pace as he worked his way to a fourth overall finish on the day. Merritt also delivered an impressive ride, navigating the demanding course and holding his own against the XC1 Pro ATV competition to secure fifth overall. Both riders showcased their speed, endurance and determination as they closed out the 2026 GNCC Racing season with solid top five performances.

Action Off-Road/Maxxis/Lonestar Racing’s Jay Shadron and Phoenix Racing Yamaha/Action Off-Road/Pierce Performance’s John Glauda Jr. continued the strong showing of XC1 Pro ATV competitors at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, finishing sixth and seventh overall at the 2026 season finale. Shadron put together a consistent ride as he navigated the demanding West Virginia terrain, pushing through the challenging conditions to secure sixth overall on the day. Glauda Jr. followed closely behind, battling through the competition and maintaining a steady pace to earn seventh overall. Both riders demonstrated their determination and endurance as they fought for every position, wrapping up another competitive season of GNCC Racing with solid finishes inside the overall top 10.

Nine2/Ryland Johnson Racing/Gregs ATV & Cycle’s Layne McCormick saved one of his biggest performances for the final round of the 2026 GNCC Racing season, capturing the XC2 Pro-Am class victory at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC and officially securing the 2026 XC2 Pro-Am National Championship. With the championship title on the line, McCormick rose to the occasion, battling through the challenging West Virginia terrain and keeping his focus on the ultimate prize. His impressive performance at the season finale was the perfect way to cap off a hard-fought championship campaign, as his determination, consistency and speed throughout the year earned him the coveted National Championship title. McCormick celebrated not only another trip to the top step of the podium, but also the incredible accomplishment of being crowned the 2026 XC2 Pro-Am National Champion.

GNCC veteran Action Off-Road/AMSOIL/CB Racing’s Chris Borich put together another solid performance at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, battling through the challenging West Virginia terrain to secure ninth overall at the 2026 season finale. Borich relied on his years of experience and determination to navigate the demanding course, earning another top-10 overall finish as he wrapped up another season of GNCC Racing competition.

OBOR/Moose Racing/Parts Unlimited/Lonestar’s Adam McGill rounded out the top 10 overall finishers at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, marking an emotional end to his professional racing career as he officially retires from competition. McGill put together one final strong performance, battling through the challenging West Virginia terrain to secure tenth overall in his final race as a professional GNCC competitor. A longtime fan favorite and respected veteran of the sport, McGill has left a lasting impact on the GNCC Racing community through his talent, determination, larger-than-life personality and passion for off-road racing. As he crossed the finish line for the final time, McGill closed an incredible chapter of his racing career, leaving behind countless memories and a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. The entire GNCC Racing family congratulates McGill on his remarkable career and wishes him the very best in retirement.

The XC2 Pro-Am class featured plenty of competitive racing at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC as riders battled for the final podium positions of the 2026 season. Hilltop Motorsports/Precision Trenching/Action Off-Road’s Daulton Keyes put together a strong performance, navigating the demanding West Virginia terrain to secure second place in the class. Action Off-Road/GD3 Ventures/Horsepower Inc’s Keaton Henderson also delivered an impressive ride, pushing through the challenging course to round out the XC2 Pro-Am podium in third. Both racers showcased their speed, determination and endurance as they fought for one final podium finish at the GNCC Racing season finale.

The Top Amateur honors at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC were up for grabs as competitors battled through the challenging West Virginia terrain during the 2026 season finale. Bryce Pullen led the way among the amateur racers, putting together an impressive performance to finish 12th overall while capturing the College A class victory. Harrison Lindsey followed closely behind, securing 13th overall and second in the College A class after a strong ride of his own. Jordan Berg rounded out the Top Amateur podium with a 17th overall finish, earning third in the College A class. These three competitors showcased their speed, determination and talent as they battled against some of the nation's best ATV racers to close out the 2026 GNCC Racing season.

The AM ATV race at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC saw some intense competition as racers battled through the challenging West Virginia terrain for the final overall podium positions of the 2026 season. Pro Row 784/Victory Golf Cart’s Brandon Frazier delivered another impressive performance, powering his way to the front of the pack to capture the AM ATV overall victory. Kenda/KMK/Ryco Electric’s Cody Collier kept the pressure on throughout the race, putting together a strong ride to secure second overall on the day. Jacob Smallwood rounded out the overall podium in third with an outstanding performance that also earned him the 250 All-Star class victory. Meanwhile, Wharff Racing/OBOR/Action Off-Road/KMK’s Kaden Wharff battled his way to a third-place finish in the competitive 4x4 Pro class, closing out the season with a solid podium performance. The AM ATV competitors showcased their determination and endurance as they wrapped up another exciting year of GNCC Racing.

The WXC class brought plenty of excitement to the Buckwheat 100 GNCC as the top competitors battled through the challenging West Virginia terrain for one final podium finish of the 2026 season. Pierce Performance/Moose Racing/Lonestar’s Chloe Harper put together an impressive performance, working her way to the front of the pack and ultimately claiming the WXC class victory. Elioff Racing/BNR Motorsports/GBC Tire’s Jessica Elioff kept the pressure on throughout the race, battling hard to secure second in the class, while BNR Motorsports/Kenda/Lonestar’s Avery Collins rounded out the podium with a strong third-place finish. Meanwhile, Hannahlyn Venesky wasted no time getting off the starting line, grabbing the $100 BNR Racing holeshot award and leading the charge into the opening stages of the race. The WXC competitors showcased their speed, determination and grit as they closed out another exciting season of GNCC Racing.

The Youth ATV racers put on an exciting show at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, with the top contenders battling throughout the race for the coveted overall podium positions. As the young competitors navigated the challenging West Virginia terrain, the fight for the lead kept the pressure high, with Bodie Buckhannon ultimately emerging victorious to claim the Youth ATV overall win at the season finale. Reese Bonner remained in contention throughout the race, pushing hard to secure an impressive second overall finish. Gavin Brand also put together a strong performance, battling his way through the competition to round out the overall podium in third. With determination, skill and plenty of competitive spirit on display, these young racers closed out the 2026 GNCC Racing season with an exciting battle to the checkered flag.

The ATV Micro racers wrapped up their 2026 GNCC Racing season with an exciting showdown at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, as the series' youngest competitors battled for one final trip to the overall podium. Justin Collins Jr. delivered an impressive performance, capturing the MXC1 class victory and first overall honors at the season finale. Sage Shields put together a strong ride of his own, earning second in the MXC1 class while also securing second overall on the day. Rounding out the overall podium in third was Kolton Beebee, who powered his way to the MXC2 class win and third overall. These young racers showcased their talent, determination and passion for off-road racing as they closed out another thrilling season of GNCC competition in West Virginia.

The Bike Micro racers took to the course at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC, showcasing the next generation of off-road racing talent as they battled for the top spots on the overall podium. After clinching the MXC2 National Championship earlier in the season, Jacobi Duvall made the move up to the MXC1 class for the Buckwheat 100, where he wasted no time proving himself against the competition. Duvall put together an impressive ride, capturing the MXC1 class win and first overall honors in his debut in the class. Kash Brummage kept the pressure on throughout the race, earning second in the MXC1 class while also securing second overall on the day. Rounding out the overall podium in third was Baron Evkovich, who delivered a strong performance to capture the MXC2 class victory. These young competitors showcased incredible determination and skill as they closed out the 2026 GNCC Racing season in West Virginia.

The Progressive eMTB GNCC National Championship brought another exciting season of racing to a close, with Cody Pivirotto, Ben Randolph and Hayden Dillon rounding out the top three finishers at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC. Pivirotto put together an impressive performance to capture the overall win, while Randolph battled his way to a strong second-place finish. Dillon rounded out the overall podium in third, capping off a consistent season that saw him earn the 2026 Progressive eMTB GNCC National Championship. With reliable performances and determination throughout the year, Dillon secured the coveted National Championship title, adding another milestone to his racing career as the 2026 season officially came to an end.

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