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knew that all aspects of his repertoire would have to be on point, in order to succeed. Beginning with a tenth in the opening moto of Supercross contention, he wanted to build his confidence piece by piece, with every respective lap and gate drop. Looking forward
to his time on the 450, he would appear very comfortable, flowing well on this KTM machine. Generating a sixth place, the highlight of this round would appear in the 250 B class, taking fifth place. He knew though that the run-off’s were where it really mattered, and he would then place numerous strong finishes on the results board. A seventh in Schoolboy 2, would be duplicated in 450 B. His best finish of this portion of racing though, would come shortly thereafter; where a fourth would be presented for the entire world to see. Continuing to click off solid finishes, a tab of a fifth, fourth, third, and first, would be his opening moto scores in the first round of MX. He was one of the most consistent riders in the intermedi- ate division, truly limiting his mistakes and tip-overs to a complete minimum. Although not easy, he would show his true colors in the events of Schoolboy 2, with a hard fought seventh place overall. On a Richter Scale of finishes, his initial impact would continue to spread positive waves throughout his other classes. Sixth in 450 B’s second moto, would land him in fifth overall, the same finish where he would stand for 250 B. It was all she wrote for the next round however, where a clean sweep of first place finishes, had him destroying the likes of 250 B Limited. With everyone on an equal bike and playing field, the number 85 would go on to take the field by storm.
SETH BROWN
Being a native of Florida himself, Seth Brown felt at home when arriving to the gates of Gatorback Cycle Park. Residing in Brooks- ville, he had ridden this event off and on since the likes of 2014, where he was a small 85cc rider trying to make himself known to the motocross industry. Jumping up to the B and Schoolboy class- es for 2017, you could see the number 417 begin to flourish with each passing year, where he would have multiple moto finishes inside the top ten, including a ninth overall last year. Therefore, when arriving for this particular round, he wanted to make a true lasting impression, not knowing if he would be head first into the
professional division this time next year. Contending the likes of both motocross and Supercross, his 250 B Limited division would be highlighted in the first go around, where he would generate
an astonishing third place. And although he encountered a bit of trouble in the main event, it would shed light on his true ability, and bolster his self-esteem as he rode onto the motocross portion of competition. Now working with a bit of wiggle room and a place to really crank his KTM machine wide open, he would settle into a comfortable place in both stock divisions. Putting out an admirable finish in the first go around of 450 B limited, he would truly feel at home on the stock 250, and it would show. With both a fourth and second place finish as his first two moto scores, he would eye the run-off’s with serious intent. An eleventh in the second moto of the 450 B class, would be coupled with that second that was previ- ously stated. With many other riders in the class flip flopping to an extent, an eighth overall would be accumulated, and he would feel somewhat satisfied. But in all honesty, he wanted a bit of redemp- tion, showcasing his efforts in the 250 B Limited division. After that fourth place in the first moto, he would come out to an exception- ally strong start to begin the second race. Hanging onto third
place for dear life, he would battle as hard as he could to keep this position maintained. It would work, as when all was said and done, he would walk away with a silver medal around his neck, strong enough for a beyond applaud worthy second overall!
CHANDLER BAKER
Residing in the midst of “Tornado Alley” Chandler Baker ap- proached the 2018 Winter Olympics with the same mindset of his natural weather climate; total paths of destruction and chaos. A promising figure who’s grown up in the central United States, he’s been a member of the Oklahoma crew, who have been pushing the pace in the last few years. Watching the likes of top profes- sionals climb the ranks of Supercross and AMA outdoors, he’s had solid figures to look up to and aspire towards. And with tracks like Reynard Raceway, and Ponca City to ride on, with a
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