For Immediate Release
Morgantown, W.Va (February 8, 2011) - Ricky Carmichael, MX Sports and MillCreek have worked together to clarify the weekend schedule for their respective events. Families wishing to participate in both the Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross and the MillCreek Spring Classic are able to do so.
The Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross is scheduled to be complete by 9 p.m. Sunday evening, so those wishing to go to MillCreek will have no problem getting to Pell City Alabama.
"As an involved amateur rider once myself, I understand how important it is to race as many of the premier amateur events as possible. I think it's awesome that these promoters are working so hard to make sure that riders and families can have the opportunity to hit all these events," said Ricky Carmichael, 15-Time Champion and Principal of RCU.
For those wishing to participate in Ricky Carmichael University, MillCreek will be happy to make accommodations for late arrivals coming from RCU.
"It is a pleasure to be working with Ricky and MX Sports in a combined effort to host some of the best racing opportunities for amateur riders. We will extend our late arrival hours on Monday, until 3:00 a.m., for those wishing to make the drive from Daytona. For all RCU participants, there will be a special late practice on Tuesday afternoon to ensure everyone gets an opportunity to practice before racing begins on Wednesday," said Allen McWilliams, owner of RPM Sports and MillCreek MX Park.
Keeping in mind the importance of the amateur racing circuit, MX Sports, Daytona International Speedway and MillCreek MX Park are working together to accommodate all of the riders and their families in the best way possible.
Tim Cotter, Director of MX Sports, says "We are very lucky to have a great relationship with the McWilliams family at Mill Creek. Together, we have developed a schedule that will allow racing families to attend both of these marquee events.
Daytona Amateur Supercross move-in begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, followed by the Pro Supercross in the afternoon/evening. On Sunday, Amateur practice begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by racing at 10 a.m. - which should wrap up around 9 p.m. Sunday evening. Monday morning kicks off with RCU breakfast at 8 a.m. in the Daytona Driver's Meeting Room, followed by the first instruction session at 9 a.m. RCU Graduation takes place at 5:15 p.m. at Daytona International Speedway and then riders can make their way to MillCreek MX Park.
According to Google, it is 515 miles from Daytona International Speedway to MillCreek Motocross Park, making the trip a smooth 9 hour drive.
MillCreek move-in is available Monday and Tuesday for riders and families participating in Ricky Carmichael Amateur Supercross and RCU. Practice begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 8. Racing begins on Wednesday with practice at 8 a.m. For more information or questions about the MillCreek Spring Classic, please contact millcreekmx@aol.com.
Please remember, RCU is limited to 100 participants and last year's event sold out. For more information, or to register for RCU, please visit www.mxsports.com.
About Daytona Amateur Supercross Championship
The Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross Championship, produced by MX Sports, offers an opportunity for amateurs to compete on some of the most prestigious motorsports grounds in the world - Daytona International Speedway. Run in conjunction with the Daytona Pro Supercross during the first weekend in March, the Ricky Carmichael endorsed event marks the only chance during the year to take riding lessons from the Greatest of All-Time. The 2010 inaugural event sold out, filling every position on the gate, making this amateur supercoss event a once in a lifetime experience for participants all ages. For more information, please visit www.mxsports.com.
About Ricky Carmichael
Ricky Carmichael is the Principal of Ricky Carmichael University. Carmichael won 102 AMA Motocross Nationals and 48 AMA Supercross main events for a record 150 major wins between 1997 and 2007. The Tallahassee, Florida resident won 10 AMA Motocross Championships and five AMA Supercross crowns, giving him a record 15 major titles in his career. After retiring from professional racing, he began pursuing a career in auto racing and was named the Most Popular Driver in the 2009 Camping World NASCAR Truck Series. Currently Carmichael is competing in NASCAR's Camping World Truck and Nationwide Series for Turner Motorsports. As for motocross, he will forever be known as "the Goat," which stands for greatest of all-time.
About MillCreek MX Park
2011 brings the 10th anniversary of MillCreek MX Park, located on 135 acres near Pell City, Alabama. MillCreek is very fortunate to be situated within minutes of all the convenience of hometown hospitality. MillCreek began as a place for a few riders to practice, but quickly gained popularity. May of 2001, MillCreek held its first racing event with great success. The original design encompassed 60 acres, including the track. Each year more amenities have been added, which include up-to-date showers, restrooms, RV hook-up, bleachers, easy access tunnels, concession stand, multiple tracks, lights for night racing, playground area, pit bike track, huge elevation changes and plenty of parking. MillCreek is host to many local, regional and national events each year and is open for practice throughout the year.
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