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AMA Arenacross Championship Kicks Off in Reno

The AMA Arenacross Championship roars back to life in Reno this weekend, featuring fierce rivalries and competition, a new X-Pro class, and the pursuit of a record-setting season.

The offseason wouldn’t be the same without the bar-to-bar racing intensity that the Kicker AMA Arenacross Championship brings. This Friday and Saturday is the opening round of the series in Reno, Nevada.

Last season, the racing series brought fantastic racing to light, and this season, with the lineup of riders and contenders going after the title, is on track to be the best one yet.

Phoenix Racing Honda's 5x national champion, North Carolina’s Kyle Peters, returns to chase after a record-setting sixth title. That said, there is more competition for Peters to deal with this 2024-2025 season.

Phoenix Racing Honda's 5x national champion, North Carolina’s Kyle Peters, returns to chase after a record-setting sixth title.

Phoenix Racing Honda's 5x national champion, North Carolina’s Kyle Peters, returns to chase after a record-setting sixth title.

Idaho’s Ryan Breece, the 2023-2024 runner-up, returns after his first year competing in AMA Arenacross last season. The title fight between him and KP (Kyle Peters) was incredibly close, going down to the season's final race. Breece is now a part of the MotoConcepts (MCR) Racing Honda team from his effort in the World Supercross Championship (WSX), and he is hoping to dethrone Peters this season on the Honda machine.

The title fight between #200 Ryan Breece and the #1 KP (Kyle Peters) was incredibly close, going down to the season's final race last season.

The title fight between #200 Ryan Breece and the #1 KP (Kyle Peters) was incredibly close, going down to the season's final race last season.

Breece’s teammate this season, Vince Friese, who has also sparked interest and is a potential winner, will be on the gate this weekend in Reno.

Other contenders will be Team Solitaire Heartbeat Hot Sauce Yamaha’s Robbie Wageman, who is back, along with Gizmo Mods Rock River Yamaha’s Austin Politelli, Brandon Ray, and many others.

This year will be the inaugural season of the X-Pro class for electric Stark VARG bikes. Justin Bogle, the 2014 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship 250SX East Champion, and Josh Hill, the 2008 Minneapolis 450 Monster Energy AMA Supercross winner, will lead the X-Pro group. 5x GT Arenacross Champion Michael Hicks will join, as well as Kelana Humphrey, Joshua Varize, and Trevor Stewart will also be in the mix for an exciting electric class.

The Clash for Cash is back for another year, where riders from heat races will go head-to-head for a pile of cash ahead of the Main Events. If you want to talk about “bar-banging action,” this is the race to watch.

The AMA Arenacross Championship can be viewed live on the ArenacrossAllAccess.com website starting this Friday night at 10:30 pm EST.

The series schedule, along with other features, can be seen below.

Here is the press release from AMA Arenacross:

The 2024-2025 AMA Arenacross Championship Series is set to bring 12 rounds of fast-paced, bar-to-bar racing nationwide. Along with making its return to exciting destinations like Daytona Beach and Reno, the 2024 – 2025 AMA Arenacross Championship will return to familiar stops on the circuit like Guthrie, Oklahoma, which will showcase the 2025 Arenacross Amateur National Championship on January 25-26, 2025.

The 2024-2025 Schedule

Round 1 November 15, 2024 – Reno, Nevada

Round 2 November 16, 2024 – Reno, Nevada

Round 3 December 6, 2024 – Boise, Idaho

Round 4 December 7, 2024 – Boise, Idaho

Round 5 January 3, 2025 – Loveland, Colorado

Round 6 January 4, 2025 – Loveland, Colorado

Round 7 January 24, 2025 – Guthrie, Oklahoma

Round 8 January 31, 2025 – Reno, Nevada

Round 9 February 1, 2025 – Reno, Nevada

Round 10 February 7, 2025 – Prescott Valley, Arizona

Round 11 February 8, 2025 – Prescott Valley, Arizona

Round 12 February 28, 2025 – Daytona Beach, Florida

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In-Person Excitement

The AMA Arenacross Championship is more than just a competition; it’s a jaw-dropping spectacle that you must see and believe. Along with enjoying the bar-banging action from the stands, don’t miss the chance to join the Track Party – be a part of the action as you meet your favorite riders, get autographs, and witness the colossal jumps up close.

The All-Access Experience

With Arenacross All Access, you’ll not only be able to stream every round of the series live on any device, any time – but you’ll also have access to premium content from your favorite racers. Watch exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, and training sessions you won’t find anywhere else. It’s the ultimate insider experience for any Arenacross fan. ArenacrossAllAccess.com

Increased Participation

This season is witnessing a surge in participation from teams and racers. The competition is heating up, and exciting announcements are coming soon.

Amateur Racing

This season is the perfect platform for amateur racers to showcase and improve their skills while moving closer to professional racing. The pinnacle awaits in the form of the Amateur National Championship. Here, amateurs can earn an AMA national number one plate at the only indoor national championship for amateurs.