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KAEDEN AMERINE
When thinking of the perfect destination for moto- cross stardom, or a so-called “hot-bed” for amateur talent, many are quick to answer with the likes of California, Florida, and Texas respectively. All of
the aforementioned offer climates and a plethora of tracks for riders to choose from, attracting fast guys and competition of all sorts. However there are those who are outliers, willing to transcend their careers with whatever tools they are given, and getting
the job done at any cost. Enter Kaeden Amerine,
a Kansas native getting it done in the heart of the Midwest. With few riders truly coming before him and laying the ground work for the state, the Jayhawk is putting the territory on his back and trying to be the leader for his native homeland. He’s been a threat to win at every national he’s chosen to compete at for years, and he wanted to be on the podium ever so strongly when coming into the 2018 Monster Cup.
A sixth place start to begin the day would force him to fight around riders like Nick Romano and Talon Hawkins. But his quick wittedness, coupled with the a surging amount of courage, had him moving to the front rapidly. By lap five he’d began to reach up and nearly grab the number twenty four of Josh Varize,
but the young man would put up a fight as tough as they come. The top three were clearly contenders, but it was though Amerine would run out of time. A third place finish was solid nonetheless, but the fiery competitor wanted more before he set sail on the city of Las Vegas. The second gate drop saw Amerine in fourth, where he had the likes of Vohland, Chambers, and Difrancesco in front of him. With Ryder taking
an unfortunate spill, Amerine would quickly work his way into second, in all to familiar territory. He would mimic Vohland, almost inscribing his lines within his brain, and then replicating them himself. He was flowing with the track so well, enough to actually set the fastest lap of the moto! And although he was only two seconds back from Vohland by race end, it was just enough for the 711 to take the victory. Crossing the finish line, both competitors would acknowledge and respect each other, with classy representation of professionalism. All of his speed and tenacity would place him in the second place overall position, strong enough for a podium finish and silver medal around his neck. The ride was well deserved, and if he keeps this up, he’ll be well on his way to a successful career.
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