Trainer Profiles

“Good Technique Knows NO Gender”

Meghan McClain-Alaska-National Traveling Coach-WMX Pro
My name is Meghan McClain and I am from Anchorage, Alaska. Not usually the first choice when it comes to motocross but it works, kind of. I learned how to ride when I was 6 years old and started racing the summer after that. Racing has always been a family affair for us. All 3 of my siblings have raced in the past, mom is usually there to cheer us on (at least once we make it around the first corner on two wheels) and my dad has more championships than any other rider in the state of Alaska with 60+ titles.

In my 15 years of racing I have earned 13 championships in Alaska, but the 2011 Hangtown national was the first time I had ever raced outside of my home state. This year I will be keeping that trend alive by running the entire WMX national series. I became aquainted with WSMX at the Hangtown National and I am excited to have been invited to be a part of their training staff. I love riding and to be able to pass that knowledge onto others and give back to a sport I love is very exciting and rewarding. I have never been good at sitting still for very long so I usually have a lot on my plate, wih work, school, racing and volunteer work, but don't let that dissuade you, I'm always up for a day of riding! You can contact me at 907-529-2025 or email me at Meghan@wsmxinc.com

I will graduate spring 2012 from University of Alaska Anchorage with an associate degree in Fire and Emergency Services. I volunteer at the Girdwood Fire Department as a firefighter/EMT. For the past 3 years I have been a standing board member for the Anchorage Racing Lions, which is one of the 3 racing clubs that we have up north. I also play soccer year round and have taught riding lessons locally for the past 2 summers.

Holly Hoffman-CA-San Diego-South County
My love for speed and excitement started as young girls when I drove go-karts. As I got older I tried off-road driving, where I made a quick name for myself. However because of the expense I was unable to maintain a race career. I purchased a dirt bike after I had seen people riding and it looked fun. I did not know how to ride, but I did know I wasn't afraid of speed. I purchased a four stroke 250, and within 3 months of desert riding with a little track riding mixed in found I already needed more engine. I purchased a four stroke 450 and rode that for a few years. I entered local races, rode desert and track. Soon after I realized I wanted to get more serious with my riding, so I borrowed a friends 250 so I could do some AMA Amateur races in which I did well, so I purchased a 250 again. I did more racing including some WMX events and the Western Arenacross National where I placed very well. I realized though through the journey that I prefer to race for spontaneity and fun, loosing myself in my true passion of free riding, flowing, and loosing myself. I still do races, but are done in the moment, without the pressures a full pro season brings. I ride both the desert and tracks regularly every week. I enjoy the freedom riding gives and my hope is to share that experience and help others tap into their potential.
Kristine Hall-Northern California-WEST
Kristine Hall owns and operates " That Salon" in Northern California, but when she's not doing hair, you can bet she's tearing it up somewhere in the hills of Northern, California.
When she was nine she came across her first set of wheels, a electric blue Honda mini trail that brought her so much happiness.  Soon she improved and started to jump.  Realizing she needed better equipment her hard working single mother bought her a
KX 85... I loved my motorcycle so much that even my horse vaulting trainer Nick named me Motorcycle.   As I entered high school the dirtbike seemed to fade away and I ended up on a GSXR 750.... In my late teens and early 20s I started fantasizing about the dirt once again.... I would constantly jump on other people's rides because I no longer owned a dirt bike but with the hopes that I would get one again soon.  My younger brother happened to  get  a  CR 125, and we would go ride backyards tracks and do a lot of trails and practice our jumps.  My brother passed away, leaving me his motorcycle.  It took me months to pull myself together and buy a trailer to throw the bike on and start riding in his memory... I don't know if it was the heart ache or the pain that pushed me to be optimal rider that I am today... But before I ride I say little prayer and I thank my brother and I ask him to fly as fast as he can to keep up with me & protect me.

I'm very happy to say that within the last 10 years of my riding Ive taking the time to understand how my bike functions and operates to better my communication skills with my mechanics that help me with my bike, and I can do moderate wrenching on my own. I've also taken the time to learn how to cross train to keep myself in the optimal physical condition for my body to be able to withstand riding motocross at a racers level.  Along with that comes nutrition.  Understanding and utilizing proper nutrition is what keeps a riders mind & body able to sustain the rigors of riding.  My favorite places to ride are the Mojave Desert, Mammoth Mountain, E-St. MMX and Hangtown National track... I have a passion to ride and I also have a passion to teach, this is truly where my heart lies! Can't wait to meet you look forward to the ride....

Debbie Matthews – Founder – California-WEST-WMX Retired Pro
Debbie Matthews
California - MX, GP, OFFROAD
Debbie Matthews began her career in the Motorcycle industry working in the parts department at a dealership and became one of the motorcycle industries first female Parts Managers, and Dealership owners.
Debbie received her motocross training by some of the most Elite and Renowned Legends of the sport. Rolf Tibblin was the first European World Championship Factory rider to come to America to train the American's in the art of Motocross and Debbie was one of the first in line to receive his instruction on not only proper technique but also sports training and nutrition. Debbie also received training from Factory Riders Russ Darnell, Warren Reid, Doug Dubach, Jeff Emig, Mike Keidrowski, and Greg Albertyn and has become known as one of the most technical riders in the world with her smooth, effortless style and tenacious attitude.
Debbie has worked within the industry alongside riders such as Ricky Carmichael, Jeremy McGrath, Travis Pastrana, Mike LaRocco, David Bailey, Rex Staten, Micky Dymond, Broc Glover, and Danny "Magoo" Chandler in media functions, charity events, public relations, promotions, and in assisting in the creation of opportunities within the sport.
A successful off-road Amateur and Professional competitor, Debbie was Nationally ranked as the number 2 Amateur racer in the country in 1976, and turned Professional in 1977. Debbie quickly advanced earning multiple top 5 National rankings as a professional and earning the coveted National title in 1988. Debbie's finished 5 times in the top 5 Pro's Nationally during her career, as well as 4 times as a vet pro, and 3 times at the Ladies World Cup. She also holds the record for the longest consecutive pro and amateur career span in Women's Motocross competition (26 years). In addition Debbie holds the record for top 15 Women Professional National rankings in motocross finishing inside the top 15 national pro women in the country every year from 1977 to 1997. (20 years!!)
In 1981, the AMA (American Motorcyclist Association) District 37 honored her, for her dedication to motorcycling. In 1982, she was chosen to represent the United States of American in at the Tokyo Supercross in Japan. In 1994, The U.S. Women's Motocross Team (later known as the U.S. Women's Motocross League) contacted Debbie to assist in the development of the team as their Promotion/Race Director. Within a year, Debbie became co-director of the TEAM effort, and in 1996, Debbie Co-Founded the Women"s Motocross League, developing, organizing and promoting the first ever-Free Women Only Motocross schools taught by men professional champions Doug Dubach, Mike Kiedrowski and Greg Albertyn. She also promoted the Ladies World Cup events from 1995 -1999. In addition she Co-created the first Women's Stadiumcross Championships with the Mickey Thompson Entertainment Group in 1995 and the WML/AMA National championship Series in 1996-1999 run in conjunction with and AMA Men's Outdoor National MX events.
In 1997, she met with members of the AMA congress to ratify changes in the constitution giving women "A" Rider classification for the first time in history, and she was a keynote speaker at the inaugural AMA National Women in Motorcycling Conference in 1997 speaking on in women in competition.  In 1998 she received the AMA MVP award for her contributions to enhance female participation in the sport. With the growth of the women's market now firmly established, Debbie retired from the WML in June of 1999 to dedicate herself to the promotion, marketing and teaching of women's motocross full time. The result is DMSports-WSMX, Inc.  Debbie is the chief instructor for WSMX. Debbie is also active in her church. She has given presentations at hospitals and local schools on Career Day on Motorcycling as a career.
During 2000-02, Debbie was a member of the AMA advisory committee for the Motorcycle Hall of Fame and Museum and conducted a MX schools and off road motorcycle demos during the 00 and 02 AMA Women's conference. The school and demo was so popular that the class sold out and over 200 women street riders demo'd off road bikes during the conference and an invitational Women's Motocross event ! 2002 also marked a nomination for the AMA Bessie Stringfield Award.  In 2012, Debbie was honored by the motorcycle industries Motocross Racing Elite at the So Cal Pro Reunion with a Lifetime Appreciation Award for her dedication and commitment to Motorcycling, specifically to the Women of the Sport with over 30 years as their advocate!  Debbie was the first woman ever honored at the event and received her award alongside male recipient Marty Tripes.
Debbie continues to serve the industry by providing not only riding education and coaching, but also providing Athlete representation to Motocross Athletes such as AMA WMX Pro Jacqueline Strong, who under Debbie's guidance earned National #4 in 2011 and providing sponsorship and bonus awards to female athletes at the AMA WMX National Championship series with the WSMX Winning Form Bonus.
Debbie has been featured on multiple television, radio, newspaper and magazines spanning her career and was dubbed by AMA Supercross and AMA Pro Motocross Race Announcer Erv Braun as "The Voice of Women's Motocross" because of her tireless efforts to promote and position Women's Motocross  into mainstream America.  Debbie has been host to two weekly Women's Extreme Sports Radio shows, is a Board Member of the Mid-Atlantic Fallen Riders Association, was the first female trainer at the inaugural Fellowship Of Christian Athletes MX Camp, is a strong supporter of the Brraap Fund which helps injured and fallen riders and their families as well as assisting up and coming riders to reach their full potential.  Debbie is also an accomplished writer. Her most recent work is entitled "Excelling Through Adversity."

Heather Majcherek – S. California-WEST-Beginner Coach
Heather Majcherek

California - Learn to Ride, Beginner's Coach-MX, OFFROAD

Heather Majcherek loves working with Kids and Women, but has also worked with men including an AMA Pro. She has worked extensively with WSMX since 1999 as an Assistant, Photographer, Demonstrator, Public Relations Manager and as a Coach.

Heather was also a student for many years, and her experience with coaching by the WSMX staff led her to many titles and honors which include: Women's World Cup Mini Champion, and WML Mini National Champion. Heather holds the record as the Youngest Women's National trophy holder at age 4, and was also the youngest rider in history to receive an outside corporate sponsor (Natures Recipe Pet Foods) at age 8.

Heather is also the founder and President of WMN Racing a grassroots national organization for women in Amateur competition!

Heather is continuing her academic pursuits with independent study through BrighamYoung University (BYU) where she is attaining her Bachelor's degree in Public Relations with a Minor in History.

Heather is married and has a daughter which by the tender age of 2 already showed a inborn love for motorcycles and is showings signs of following in her mother, and grandmothers footsteps as a talented rider.

Heather looks forward to each school, meeting new people and is always excited about racing!

Heather Lockwood- S.California-WEST-WMX Pro
My name is Heather Lockwood I’m 25 years old and I’ve been riding motorcycles for about 20 years. Growing up our house revolved around 2 things, horses and horsepower. My dad was a professional Motocross racer and aviator from Southeast Alaska, and mom was a professional horse instructor and competitor. So naturally I grew up somewhere in the middle of all that. I rode off and on growing up splitting my time between riding my dirt bike, competing on my horse and playing hockey. At that time I mostly just rode out in the desert with my dad and little brother and some times on a little track in my yard. It wasn’t till 2003 that I entered my first race and set foot on my first real track (all in the same day).

We were out camping in the desert and heard from some friends that there was a motorcycle race taking place not far from our camp. My dad and my brother decided they wanted to race and when I got wind of what they were doing I wanted in! I had no idea what the race was all about I just knew that if my little brother was doing it then I wasn’t going to be left out. Reluctantly my dad entered me in the women’s beginner class in the 2003 Adelanto Gp.

Although my little TTR 125 and I only managed about 3 laps before ending up in a heap of dirt some where out in the desert, I’d effectively caught the moto bug and was hooked on racing. Within 3 months I sold the TTR and with a little help from my family bought a YZ 125.  Within 5 months of my first race I was sitting on the line of my first motocross race, the Mammoth motocross.  My little brother had ultimately become hooked on motocross as well from his Adelanto experience. So he and I, with the help of my dad and boyfriend raced our way thru the local tracks around central California for 7 more years. In 2010 I made the jump to the WMX Pro class where I'm now preparing for my first full season as a Pro.  I have finished 4 x as a top 10 finisher at Mammoth Motocross, a 3 x time winner of A Day in the Dirt.

Nowadays I ride about 3 days a week and race as many times a weekend as I can. I also spend 4-5 days in the gym alternating between weights, and endurance training as well as cardio and the occasional yoga class. In the summer time I like to spend more of my time working out outdoors either running or mountain biking.  I work hard and ride hard to be where I am at today. I know that my friendly and approachable personality on and off the track helps me to be able to communicate  and demonstrate proper techniques so valuable to the up and coming riders, from the first time rider to the more experienced riders looking to improve their skills.

Jenny Pray Fair – Washington-NORTHWEST & CANADA-WMX Retired Pro
Jenny Pray Fair

Washington/Oregon - MX, OFFROAD

Jenny Pray Fair first began competing in 1992, and quickly developed into one of the nations most talented, dedicated professionals. Jenny graduated Western Washington University, and is an elementary education teacher.

With experience in many classroom settings, as well as being an accomplished Aerobic, weight room instructor and a personal fitness trainer for a International Six Day Enduro racer, becoming a trainer for WSMX, fits right in with Jenny's dream of being a professional educator.

In fact Jenny owns and operates Jenny Fair Fitness in Washington, in addition to her Academic teaching career and her duties as an instructor for WSMX. When Jenny is not teaching in a classroom or at the track, you can bet she is in the gym training for a marathon or at the track hitting berms and catching big air!

In 1993, Jenny won the prestigious Women's National title in the 125 Junior class at Perris, CA, as well as earning 2nd in the Woodland and Pac West series. Since that time Jenny has consistently racked up impressive wins in the Woodland Winter Series, Pac West Nationals, Gold Star Series, as well as finishing 2nd and 4th in the International dealers Challenge.

In 1997, Jenny finished 4th in the Pro class during the Washougal round of the AMA/WML National Women's Championship Series. In 1999, Jenny finished an incredible 7th overall at the Washougal National, racing with torn cartilage in her ribs! Jenny competes regularly in both men and women's divisions in Washington and Oregon states.

Jenny's goals include mentoring women racers and becoming a fitness expert for a top professional team. When Jenny is not breaking hearts and busting' berms, she enjoys camping, wake boarding, water skiing and dancing.

Jenny's love for people and the outdoors is the perfect combination to make her an excellent trainer for WSMX. Jenny is confident she can help riders develop more confidence, utilize proper technique, and offer support and motivation.

Chrystal Ponsock – No. Nevada-ROCKY MOUNTAINS-WMX Retired Pro
Chrystal Ponsock

Nevada - MX, AX, GP, DESERT, OFFROAD

Chrystal Ponsock began riding and racing BMX at the age of five with the help and encouragement of her parents. Her father races motocross as well as cross-country events and is a big part of Chrystal's story and success. Chrystal achieved the #1 plate in the girl's class on bicycles and then started transitioning onto dirt bikes in 1985. In 1986 Chrystal began competing in local and regional races in Nevada on an 80cc Suzuki.

In 1990 Chrystal competed in the CMC Golden State and CMC Trans Cal series on a Suzuki 80. Chrystal finished 2nd overall in the Trans Cal North series out of 45 competitors, both male and female. Chrystal finished 7th overall in the class following the two-day finale at Marysville CA. Later that year, Chrystal broke her right femur during practice on a new RM125.

Just one year later in 1991, Chrystal was back on track in a big way scoring Sportsman of the Year at the Northern Nevada Dealer Challenge and taking the Women's class championship. Chrystal also won the women's class during the first Arenacross put on by On Trac Events and was also the top women racer in Northern Nevada from 1989-1992. In 1992 Chrystal attended a motocross school and raced Mammoth, finishing 4th in the women's amateur class.

Chrystal competed in the invitational San Diego MTEG Ultracross in 1995 on the U.S. Women's Team (WML) finishing 11th out of 22 women. Chrystal also took the win in the prestigious Virginia City Grand Prix, NV in the women's "C" class and was also featured in Team Green Magazine with Ty Davis and Larry Roesseler. Chrystal competed in the Women's West Coast National at Glen Helen later that year and won the AMA District 36 Women's "C" class.

By 1996, Chrystal's time was divided between Motocross and Offroad racing. Chrystal competed in the Moon Rocks, AMA Nat'l Hare n Hound in Reno, NV winning in the Women's "B" class and followed it up with a 4th Women's Amateur during the Mammoth Mountain Motocross and took the Amateur class win in the Women's class during the AMA Hangtown National.

The following year in 1997, Chrystal continued her string of strong performances with another win at the Virginia City Grand Prix, NV in the women's "B" class, and also captured the AMA District. 36 number 1 plate for the women's "B" class. 2001 marked Chrystal's return to racing after having her second child. Crystal raced 3 rounds of the AMA National series and finished 16th at Glen Helen, 9th at Hangtown and 16th at Washougal after sustaining an injury.

Chrystal also raced the prestigious Mammoth MX placing 2nd overall. Chrystal continues to compete in the MRAN events and Women's Motocross events and is always a threat to win. Chrystal is one of the original instructors for WSMX since 2001 and continues to be a valuable member of the WSMX team and an avid motorcycle rider and racer.

Shawn Yarbrough- Utah-WESTERN ROCKY MOUNTAINS
Shawn Yarbrough

Utah, Idaho, Wyoming - SX, AX, MX, OFFROAD

Shawn Yarbrough got started riding at a very early age, first riding a Yamaha PW50. Shawn quickly showed a strong desire to ride, anywhere and anytime.

At the age of 9 Shawn got his first race bike. Riding a Kawasaki KX65, Shawn began working on his racing career.

After getting to spend a day working with Debbie Matthews of the Women's School of Motocross, Shawn began to take the sport more seriously.

Since moving to Utah in 2004, Shawn has won championships in every class he's raced in, including: 65 B and 65 A, 85 B and 85 A, 125/250 Junior, 125/250 Intermediate.

In 2008, Shawn suffered a serious, but rare back injury that kept him off the bike for nearly a year. Today, Shawn rides a Duff Shelley sponsored Kawasaki KX250F and spends time riding and practicing all types of tracks. Meanwhile, Shawn's racing career continues to show signs of success, both indoors and out.

Shawn's key goals are to focus on rider development, with emphasis in the following areas: Fitness, and improving Riding Skills which helps riders improve stamina and core strength, greatly improving one's ability to stay on the gas when it's hot and rough.

Track time is important, as practice makes permanent, so training with good fundamentals is critical to the success of any serious rider. Shawn also trains in California several times a year with WSMX founder Debbie Matthews, a former World class athlete and National Champion to keep his skills sharp.

WSMX is pleased to announce that Shawn Yarbrough, the WSMX trainer for the Mountain area was honored as the 2009-2010 Utah Wintercross Series Lites Intermediate Champion. Shawn was also awarded 2nd Place in the Series for Open Intermediate, where he pushed his 250F to a podium finish against the larger 450's on a regular basis.

Shawn was also one of the top Intermediate finishers at the Western Indoor Motocross Nationals.

Shawn is a very talented rider who has been training with us for several years. We are so impressed with this young man, we offered him a job!

Shawn is ready to pass his knowledge and experience onto you. We are sure the people of Utah will enjoy having this fine young man!

Nicole Bradford-Colorado-ROCKIES-ISDE Medalist
ISDE, Cross Country, GNCC, Enduro X, Trials, MX, Trail Riding, Off Road

Nicole’s dad and mom bought her first motorcycle when she was 4. It was a Suzuki JR 50 and she spent hours riding it trying to be faster than her brother. If she wasn’t riding her own bike she was on the front of her dad’s bike or one of his friends flying through the trails near Steamboat Springs, Colorado where she lived. Her dad was a top enduro rider in the state of Colorado and thankfully passed down some of his talent to her.
When she was 12 her parents divorced, ending her riding days until she married Ben Bradford in 1995. Ben asked her where she wanted to go for their honeymoon and she told him “I don’t want to go anywhere, I want a dirt bike!” At first he was caught off guard but when he realized she was serious he said “okay” and they began looking for used bikes the very next day. While she wished she had been racing all her life she was happy to be 23 and ready to start racing again. With time, her skills got better, and in 2001 she competed in her first ISDE in France. She finished all six days to earn a bronze medal.

The following year Dale Malasek of Gas Gas USA offered her a Gas Gas trials bike if she would ride the nationals. She was new to the sport but was excited to give it a try. From 2002 through 2005 she committed herself to learning trials and was able to make the USA Women’s Trial De Nations team all 4 years. Eventually her first love of enduro racing started to call her back and in 2006 she returned to the ISDE in New Zealand where she earned her second ISDE medal. It was at the ISDE in 2008 where she set the standard for other women by being the first female to not drop any trail points in 6 days of completion and leading her team to win the first Women’s World Cup. To date she has competed in 6 ISDE’s and has earned 2 Gold medals, 1 silver and 2 bronze. In 2003 she also competed in the grueling Scottish Six Days Trial. While her main sport is enduro and trials don’t be surprised at what she can teach you on the motocross track as well.

Nicole has her Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design and lives in Vail Colorado where Ben and her own Elegant Cabinetry and Design. This year she will be racing the National Hare and Hound series and setting her sights on qualifying for her seventh ISDE. You will also find her on the starting line of Endurocross.

Sherri Stephens – Texas-W. PLAINS-WMX Pro
Sherri Stephens

Texas - Cross Country, MX, OFFROAD

Sherri Stephens has spent her life time living and loving motorcycle riding. In her 25+ years of riding, she has competed as a Women's National Pro, competed in the famous Loretta Lynn's on six occasions, holds several regional off-road championships as well as a third place overall endurance team trophy for racing mini GP.

Born and raised in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Sherri learned to ride at age 6 and began racing Motocross by the age of 13.

Sherri honed her skills and ventured to the Mecca of amateur racing, the prestigious AMA Amateur Nationals held at Loretta Lynn's Dude Ranch in Tennessee with a career high in 1996 of 7th overall.

Sherri also raced in the WML (co-founded by WSMX CEO Debbie Matthews)  The WML later became known as the WMA, and then WMX.  Sherri raced in the Ladies Pro Division that year at High Point, Steel City, and Unadilla Nationals, placing inside the top ten fastest women in the country.

Sherri moved to Texas to pursue her education and earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of North Texas. In the summer of 1999 Sherri entered Cross Country racing for the first time. Sherri put her Motocross experience to good use, earning enough points in two events to place 13th overall in the Ladies Expert division in her first year of competition.

In 2000 Sherri captured the TCCRA Ladies Expert Cross Country State Championship in only her second year of Cross Country competition. In 2008, Sherri won the TCCRA Over 30 Ladies Expert championship and the Susie Boyer Award, wrapped up the TORN Ladies Expert Class Championship and scored 5th over all in the Over 30 (men's) Intermediate class.

Sherri continues to be active in TORN and TCCRA, capturing multiple titles and mentoring Lauren Powell (one of her students) to actually take the number one plate from Sherri in 2005!

With over 19 years of racing experience, Sherri is determined to be the best trainer for those whom she teaches. Sherrie recently opened a new business venture renting out motorcycles 2 Wheels in Motion, which is featured on our website.

Dannielle Russell – Michigan-MID WEST & CANADA-WMX Retired Pro
Dannielle Russell

Michigan, Illinois - MX, OFFROAD

Dannielle Russell began riding three wheelers at the age of 6 with her family around the farm in Michigan. Danni took to the 3-wheeler rather quickly and began racing 4-wheelers with the boys by the time she was 11, which continued through High School.

School was important to Danni so she took a few years off to finish school and go to college. When Danni turned 20 she bought a dirt bike and renewed her love and passion for the sport.

In 2000 Danni was at the top of her game racing all the local Michigan races, and looking for a new challenge in 2001 Danni entered the Amateur circuit racing the DM Sports Women's World Series MX Championships where she finished 3rd overall. It was there Danni met WSMX CEO Debbie Matthews who was promoting the series and began to train her.

Danni made her first attempt to qualify for Loretta Lynn's that year and finished 2nd in the area qualifier, but just missed a seated gate at the Regional qualifier by one spot finishing 9th. Danni travelled to Loretta's as an alternate seated rider and practiced with the best women in the world, but didn't get to race that year. Danni made it her goal to work hard and be racing at Loretta's the following year. Danni raced Loretta's for the next 6 years with many good finishes, her best an 8th place at the renowned Championship.

In 2002 Danni set her sights on racing with the WMA series for the following season. Danni trained and raced the Michigan District 14 series with the women and the men's class as well, earning the respect among not only the female riders but also the men. Danni finished inside the top 10 in the men's B class and top 3 in the women's class.

In 2003 Danni set off to race the WMA series as an amateur in order to earn enough points to get her pro card for 2004. In 2003 Danni raced not only the WMA series but also competed in enough of the races in the Michigan District 14 series to secure third overall in both series respectively. Danni completed this feat, despite suffering a double femur break and missing the final four rounds, costing her the title. Because of her hard work and determination in her run for the Amateur title, the AMA honored Danni with AMA Rider of the Year!!

In 2004, just 6 months after her femur break, Danni was back aboard the bike building her confidence, and hitting the gym. Danni used the year to rebuild, opting to race District 14, delaying her much anticipated pro debut. Danni's recovery went so well in 2004 that she actually made her pro debut In November at the WMA International Cup. In 2005 Danni raced the Michigan District 14 series again and hit the Canadian Nationals where she finished inside the top ten, despite running a limited schedule.

In 2006 while preparing for the AMA/WMA Nationals Danni suffered heartbreak again taking a hard fall breaking her shoulder and tearing her AC joint. That injury took her off the bike for two years.While Danni recovered, Debbie Matthews approached her to become a trainer for WSMX, where she was able to hone her passion and provide skills and guidance to upcoming riders.

In 2008 Danni began riding again. Danni raced the Michigan District 14 series again finishing top 5 and also raced the Canadian Nationals finishing 6th. In 2009 Danni raced the Canadian Nationals again finishing inside the top ten, and set a goal to race the X Games 2010.

A severely broken back in 2010 derailed her dream, but not her spirit. Danni is not sure what the immediate future holds for her motocross racing days, as she continues her recovery.

But one thing is certain you cannot keep this woman down. Danni continues to give back to the sport she loves so passionately and knows what it takes to be the best.

Her passion, work ethic and love for kids continues to propel her and those she trains forward as she helps them achieve their goals and to give to them the same type of support that she received from great people involved in Motocross.

Dan Jannette-Michigan-Mid West and Canada
MX, SX, Supermoto, Enduro, Desert, Trials, Hare Scrambles, Endurocross
My riding and racing background is a very well rounded one. I started riding at age 4, racing mx at 13. From there I went on to race professional MX, SX, and Supermoto. I have raced GNCC, National Enduro, Desert races, trials event, Hare Scrambles, Endurocross and the Red Bull Last Man Standing in 2005. The sport of motorcycling and racing has been a huge part of my life and still is today. I have been lucky enough to race a 250 USGP, A Supercross in Tokyo, Japan and other great races all over the county.

On the riding instruction side of things. I started as a student with Gary Bailey and Tony D and later became an assistant coach with Tony. I have worked one on one with all levels of riders from first time riders to AMA MX/SX pros like Jake Marzack and Arenacross Champion Dano Aulsaybrook. I feel that riding and getting better is centered around proper body position and you improve from that point. I have always felt that the more well rounded the rider is on a motorcycle the better rider you will be. Teaching riders is a great way to give something back to the sport I love. When I found out about WSMX and the way they operate their classes I contacted them to introduce myself to them. They really care about the students and strive to deliver a truly personal and exceptional training experience that I am proud to be associated with. I am excited to work with WSMX as a trainer for anyone wanting to better their skills and have fun doing it!

I live in Holly, Michigan with my wife and 3 kids who all ride on a regular basis.

Mark Howser – West Virginia- POCCONOS
Mark Howser

West Virginia, Maryland, Pennysylvania, Kentucky, Tennessee - MX, SX, OFFROAD

Mark Howser began riding when he was about 15 and has been riding ever since, Mark now has over 30 years of experience racing motocross and cross country races!

Motocross is his passion and obsession. Mark has trained riders from 7 to 50 and enjoys it very much.

Mark has racked up championships at Happy Ramblers MX track and Reedsville Arenacross in the Vet class, as well as placing 2nd in the PA state championships for the +40 class in 2005.

Mark is an excellent instructor and extremely well liked by the students for his down to earth approach, wealth of experience, excellent technique and his ability to present the material in a fun manner. In addition, he flat out rips and enjoys riding with the students and giving them the confidence they need to succeed.

Marissa Markelon-CT-Northeast and FL-WMX Pro
I started riding a PW 50 at the young age of 3. I raced my first race when I was only 4 at a local track near my house. After a few races, it was clear that I had natural talent as well as a lot of love for the sport. With the support from my family and coaching from my dad, I continued to push myself further in the sport of motocross earning many wins and regional championships. In my beginning years at Loretta Lynn’s, I had consistently finished in the top 10. In 2010 I finished 3rd overall at Loretta’s. At 19 years old, in 2011 was my first year competing in the entire 8 round WMX Professional National Championship Series. I finished 6th overall, staying inside the top 10 in a majority of the rounds. My best finish was at Southwick in moto 1, finishing in 3rd place. To make the season even better, I was voted rookie of the year in the AMA WMX series. Motocross is my life and I can't begin to think of anything more exhilarating than to help other riders achieve goals that are very similar to my own.
Assistant Trainers
Jacqueline Strong- Arizona-WMX Pro
At 18 months old, Jacqueline’s first motorcycle had training wheels. Almost every weekend, her entire family would ride for recreation in the beautiful Arizona desert. After begging her parents for a chance to actually race, she began competing locally. She soon began racing with the Women’s Motocross Association and at age 12, I earned the WMA’s Women’s Intermediate National Championship. With the undying support of her family, what began as a hobby has become a lifestyle. Since turning Professional in 2008, they have been fortunate enough to travel the United States, competing at World Class facilities, against the top female racers in the country, including the AMA Women’s Motocross National Championships, the 2010 X-games and the 2010 Western Motocross National Arenacross Championships where she placed 1st. During the AX Championship weekend held in SLC, UT, Jacki took time out to be a guest coach for us during a windy class held at Throttle 215 MX. In her first year since joining the WSMX Staff, Jacqueline captured WMX National # 4 for 2012! WSMX is pleased to welcome Jacqueline to our training staff and wish her all the best in her quest for the WMX Championships!

2009 ESPN Action Sports writes;
“A very mature and well-spoken 17-year-old” ..…“Strong is a potential future star on the AMA/WMX professional circuit, as well as a potential medal winner at XG.”   

 

Sara Price- California-WMX Pro
Sara Price, a Southern California native, began racing at the young age of eight. Her parents bought her the first motorcycle she would ever own, a Honda XR50. This led Sara to the PeeWee ranks at Perris Raceway in Southern California. It was there that she won the first race she had ever entered. This was the begging of a life ambition… Winning Motocross Races!

Family and friends quickly began to realize that Sara had a gift, the drive and determination to be a successful motocross racer. Sara was soon surrounded by professional level trainers and instructors. All investing in what Sara hopes to one day achieve her dream of being the fastest women racer and role model in the world and be one of the first women to race in the main event of supercross with the men.

Sara has been traveling the Country, with Kawasaki Team Green by here side since she was 12 years old, competing in local, and National events. She has quickly began to develop a reputation for herself as a fierce competitor, not only in the female class, but in the male class as well.

Now reaching her way as a Professional into the ranks Sara has made history to be the first ever female racer to pit under the same tent as supercross and motocross champion Chad Reed under the Factory Monster Energy Kawaski Rig. You can look for Sara in the MX Sports Motocross Nationals racing in the WMX class, and also competing in the Women’s Moto-X in X-Games.

A love for the sport, strong work ethic, relentless drive, and determination all define the character that is this young female motocross prodigy as she always is wearing a smile with her glowing personality and edginess, She Thanks each and every one of her Fans, Family, Sponsors for all the support on her journey to the top!

 

Staci Woodrum -California
MX, OFFROAD
Staci Woodrum began riding when she was about 4 and raced competitively until she was 8, where a severe break to the femur caused her mom to vote against her riding.

Staci raced BMX competitively for 9 years winning numerous state, regional, and national titles. However, motocross is her passion and obsession. After her final National BMX Title in 2008, Staci decided it was time to get back on the bike that mattered and work towards her dream.

Everyone who sees her ride says she's a natural on the bike and has good form and style. She is very friendly towards everyone, has good sportsmanship and is always pushing herself beyond her limits to be the best rider she can be.

She enjoys riding with other riders, younger and older, and helping them in any way she can. She has been featured on Redbull's Momentum T.V. show with 2x National and X Games Champion Ashley Fiolek, (a former student of WSMX).

Staci has raced very competitively at the AMA Amateur MX Nationals at Loretta Lynn's, Ponca City Nationals, and Mini O's several times in the boys 65 and 85cc classes. She is excited to be working with WSMX, and brings with her the drive, passion and commitment of a champion, coupled with a strong desire to help others reach their goals.

She is sure to bring a smile to your face as she helps you recognize the potential within you and bring your riding to the next level.

Tiffany Reed- Ohio-WMX Retired Pro
Tiffany Reed

Motocross

Tiffany Reed, affectionately known as "Hotdog," began her racing career at the tender age of 5 years old. Tiffany quickly learned the ropes racing in the 50, 65, 80, 125, 250, schoolboy, age group classes and the women's amateur and pro divisions.

By 1995, at the age of 12 as an amateur, Tiffany qualified for the prestigious AMA Loretta Lynn Amateur Nationals, where she placed 35th. The following year at the championships she placed 13th.

That same year she raced in the inaugural AMA/WML National Championship Series and placed 10th overall in the Pro Class.

1996 marked a breakthrough for the young gun as she romped to a 5th place at the Ladies World Cup, and backed it up with a 9th at the AMA Amateur Nationals, and a 2nd overall in the AMA/WML Nationals that year.

In 1998, Tiffany raced in the inaugural Women's 100cc (12-15 yr) class at Loretta's tying for the overall win in the class. 1999 brought a year of rebuilding as injuries forced Tiffany to sit out the season. In 2000, Tiffany came back with a vengeance placing 4th overall in the Women's 125 + class at the AMA Amateur Nationals.

Tiffany also debuted as a WSMX trainer at the AMA Women's Conference and performed a Motocross exhibition for the crowds. 2001 marked a mixed season of results as bad luck plagued the young speedster.

Despite multiple setbacks, Tiffany placed 3rd at the DM Sports Women's World MX Series Championships in the 125cc Pro class, 6th in the WML Championships and 11th during the AMA Amateur Nationals.

Tiffany enjoys Jet skiing, Basketball and Music and is an award winner in Band. Her goals include winning the AMA Amateur National title and being inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame.

As a trainer for WSMX Tiffany is excited about helping young girls and women be more prepared for riding or racing by teaching correct techniques to allow the riders to be better, more complete riders, filled with the confidence and skill.

Brianna Mahon- Indiana-WMX Pro
Brianna Mahon

Motocross

Brianna Mahon recently graduated high school and is attending Phoenix University online which allows her to travel, continue her racing career and serve as a trainer for WSMX, giving back to the sport she loves!

With over 19 years of competition under her belt she has enjoyed every minute of it.

She finds motocross to be very exciting and challenging and loves meeting new friends and traveling. In the winter she lives and trains in Florida.

Brianna has been a consistent top finisher at Loretta Lynn's, Branson, GNC, Lake Whitney, Florida Winter-Am and Kawasaki Race of Champions for several years.

In addition to her trainer duties with WSMX, she was an instructor for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in 2008.

She enjoys being a role model and continues to encourage her friends and others to be drug\alcohol free. She continues to participate in community service work as well as volunteering for the United States Army Corp of Engineers.

Mollie Bourke – Texas-WMX Retired Pro
Mollie Bourke

Colorado - MX, OFFROAD

Mollie Bourke's racing career began early. Not only was Mollie a very gifted Motorcycle rider, Mollie was also the 1993 Giant Slalom Skiing Champion in High School.

Recognizing her coaching abilities, following her graduation from High School, her coaches invited her to become part of the Ski coaching staff at her former Alma Mater Battle Mountain High School. Mollie coached several successful seasons, and still remains an active part of the program.

Mollie competed in Motocross at the Amateur and Professional level for many years, racing at the AMA Amateur National Championships, the WML National Championships, Mammoth Mountain and the Women's World Cup.

At each one of these races, Mollie is always a tough, but well liked competitor. Mollie strives for excellence, but is always willing to offer advice or a helping hand.

From 1991-1996 Mollie was the premier women's rider in Colorado, winning three SRAC Women's MX Championships and five SRAC Women's SX Championships, finishing second only once due to injury. Looking for a new challenge, Mollie in 1994 began racing the World Cup events as a 125 pro.

Mollie's finishes were impressive at the cup, finishing 5th-125cc pro in 1994, 4th-125 and 250 pro in 1995. In 1994, Mollie also raced the AMA Amateur National Championships, placing 8th. Mollie also raced the famed Mammoth Mountain Motocross in 1991 finishing first in the Amateur division.

The following year she moved to pro finishing 5th in 92 and 93, 8th in 94, 5th in 95 and 6th in 96. Mollie is also one of the original riders to compete in the MTEG Women's SX Series in 1995 and the WML National Series in 1996, organized by Debbie Matthews. During the 96 Nationals Mollie placed 4th overall against the best riders in the country, and as she puts it: "had the best time of her life."

Mollie graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in business and currently manages the family owned excavation company. Mollie offers special qualities in a trainer with her easy going manner, friendly personality and her willingness to go the extra mile to assist riders to be their best.

Braden Barnes – Colorado

Braden Barnes

Colorado - MX, SX, OFFROAD
Racing Class: AMA Pro Supercross Lites and Motocross

2007 marked the AMA Pro Racing debut for Braden in the Lites class in Arenacross where he made several main events, placing 4th at Albany and several races inside the top 10! Braden was also chosen that same year as a replacement rider for the Rockstar Arenacross Team! Braden also ran well in the Canadian Nationals for the last several seasons. Braden was a top contender at the AMA Amateur National Championships where he finished 10th in the "A" class in his first attempt in 2006. Braden also raced in the World Mini and Florida Winter Am Series.

Braden's plans include racing in select AMA West Coast Supercross Lites and AMA Arenacross, AMA National events and campaigning the WORCS Series as well as is training duties for WSMX when he is not on the circuit. Braden also makes his training available on the road in between racing venues. His commitment includes a serious work ethic driven to improve racing results through proper fitness training, nutrition, preparation, quality practice and testing. His current goal is to be a top 20 AMA Pro rider by qualifying for every main event I am entered in and consistently finishing inside the top 20 to gain the experience necessary to win a championship.