How I got started

I`ve been riding a dirtbike since I was four years old. My first race was in April of 2001 and I finished 14th out of 32 bikes on a kx65. I won my first trophy in October that same year. Since then I rarely leave a track without a trophy and at least a top five finish.

Goals for the Future

My 2007 season goals include competing in more regional events, improving in the 125 Novice class, attending motocross schools with Ron Tischner and Corey Kandafer and training on my new KXF250F.  I will also continue to be a mentor to younger and new riders.

Why do you like this sport?

My family and I love motocross because of the people - racers and their families. Our family spends every weekend together and with friends from around the state and country.  No one ever hesitates to help each other with everyday things or in an emergency. Motocross also has superior role-models who are accessible and happy to talk to rising stars.

Some Personal Information About Me:

Honors student, certified black belt in karate, member of the National Jr. Honor Society, on the lacrosse team at the Pal-Mac High School, on the varsity indoor track team, community volunteer in adopt a highway, a Natural Helper at the Pal-Mac High School, and peer mediator.

Why do you compete?

I compete because I love the challenge of thirty to forty bikes vying for position after the gate falls. I compete because it makes me a stronger rider when I ride with top riders from the East coast.