With the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF just
around the corner, the National Promoters Group (NPG), in conjunction
with AMA Racing, are putting the final touches on an array of
enhancements that will lend continuity to the series and deliver added
value to the overall fan experience.
Highlighting the enhancements are three same-day broadcasts (Budds
Creek, RedBud and Millville) on SPEED, which will broadcast all 12
stops of the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF. New
for the 2007 television broadcast will be an aerial perspective
provided via helicopter, giving the viewer another exciting angle from
high above.
“We are extremely proud to offer the three same-day broadcasts of
this year’s series,” said AMA Racing vice president Kerry Graeber.
“The sport’s heritage and strong following across the county has
been taken to a new level with the re-vamped television package.
SPEED’s dedication to the sport of motocross adds to the driving
force of its growth.”
In addition to the SPEED television package, the NPG and AMA Racing
have planned a myriad of activities that will coincide with each race
this summer, all aimed at building on the exciting racing and
increasing the on-site fan experience.
Below is a complete listing of the new enhancements that will be
implemented this season:
Revamped television package on SPEED, including same-day coverage
of selected events.
An aerial perspective provided via helicopter on SPEED
Timed practice on Saturday for starting positions in Sunday’s main
event
VIP Hospitality for 200 people, complete with tents,
TVs for live timing, scoring and race footage, and bleacher seating
complete with catering
A larger podium for fans to see top athletes for post-race interviews
and award ceremonies
Intermission entertainment, including bands, sky divers and vintage
races
Scripted opening ceremonies with hot laps from the top riders as well
as fireworks
30-second girls added to the start of each moto
Autograph sessions conducted at every event, featuring the top
privateers as well as the factory stars
Special viewing areas for team managers
Special mechanics area sponsored by THOR/Parts Unlimited/AMA Racing
Renewing AMA members will enjoy a half-time track walk
Vendor’s Row will feature an autograph stage
Countdown clocks have been added to the Finish Line
Racer X Illustrated will host a new and improved webcast on www.racerxill.com,
with live racing action hosted by Jason Weigandt. The Racer X
Motocross Show on Motocross.com has also been added on Saturday night
of each race weekend, featuring practice footage and interviews taken
earlier in the day.
“Each year we continue to take strides in making AMA Toyota
Motocross Championship a fan friendly event,” explained Carrie
Coombs-Russell, NPG president. “These new additions will add to the
fans’ experience by making each venue the most exciting weekend of
their year. The world’s greatest racers will be showcased alongside
some additional entertainment and activities that are designed to
raise the overall value of the event.”