Busy getting ready for the nationals – first Ponca and then Loretta’s. You can bet Zach and crew have a busy few weeks ahead of them, and the plan is to make a great showing at the top of the box, after all Zach is DUE a national championship!
Zach raced at Muddy Creek on July 9-10 – a great way to prepare himself for the big gates and competition coming up over the next couple of weeks. Always the kid who tackles several classes, Zach competed in 16 motos over the weekend. Here is how he finished up:
Saturday: Supermini 2nd, Schoolboy 3rd, 250B 5th, 450 B 4th.
Sunday: Supermini 2nd, Schoolboy 7th, 250 B 4th, 450B 1st.
***sister Rhianna brought home 2nd place in the Girls 12-15 class both days as well – yep, she is stepping it up as well!
After Muddy Creek, it has been all business – getting the bikes ready, training (both mental and physical) and making plans. The family will strike out to Oklahoma this week, stage at Ponca and then make a run over for some pre-race practice at Robbie Reynard’s track before the big event. Zach is qualified to run 9 (yes 9) classes at Ponca. Granted, that may be a little much for even Zach. Parents Tab and David will decide which classes they feel will be right for Zach when they get there, so stay tuned for the final decisions.
One thing is certain – watch for Zach to fulfill this part of his 2011 plan, which is win a national title at Ponca. His training has never been more disciplined, his focus has never been more narrow, his heart has never been more sure of his goals. Best of luck to Zach as he competes!!!!!
Best wishes to you Zack! You’ve come a long way.
Darryl, Myles and Hailey