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September 20, 2025
Hammaker Battles for Championship as Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Closes out 2025 Season in Las Vegas
It was a battle to the very end for the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team at the 2025 SuperMotocross World Championship finale inside The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Fans packed the stands as Seth Hammaker capped his breakout season with a runner-up finish in the championship after going 3-1 on the night. Ty Masterpool delivered a gritty fifth overall (11-6), Garrett Marchbanks going persevered through injury to claim seventh overall (7-11), Levi Kitchen closed his season in 14th (6-21), and rookie Drew Adams finished 16th (15-9) to complete his first year of SMX competition.
Hammaker entered Vegas hungry and set the tone early by clocking the fastest qualifyiung time. Under the lights, the NO. 56 lined up for Moto 1 and slotted into second out of the gate. He held steady near the front until a late-race pass dropped him to third at the flag. In Moto 2, Hammaker ripped the holeshot and built a gap , holding off heavy pressure in the fight for the championship. After shuffling positions in the closing laps, Hammaker capitalized on competitor mistakes ahead and reclaimed the lead, taking the Moto 2 victory and finishing second overall on the night. His season ends with six podiums, two wins, and second overall in the 2025 SuperMotocross World Championship.
"After all the ups and downs this season,it just feels really good to finish second overall in the series," said Hammaker. "To end the year on the podium in Vegas is a great way to close things out, and it gives me a lot of confidence heading into next year. Now it's time to rest up, keep building, and stay true to the plan - I know my time will come. I can't thank everyone enough at Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki, my family, and everyone at the Dog Pound. And of course, a huge thank you to all the fans who come out and support us. Let's go!"
Masterpool proved he belonged in Vegas after earning his way into the playoffs through the Wild Card race. Qualifying seventh set the stage for a strong night. In Moto 1, an early crash left him buried in 21st, but the No. 26 clawed back with determination, making 10 passes to finish 11th. Moto 2 saw him rebound with a great start, running inside the front pack and battling to sixth at the checkered flag. His 11-6 scores earned fifth overall and sixth in the championship standings - the best SMX playoff finish ever for a Wild Card rider.
"Overall, it was a good day, even if the results don't really show it," said Masterpool. "In the first moto, I had a tough gate pick from going through the unseeded race adn then got cleaned out on the opening lap, so I had to charge all the way from dead last. I fought my way back, but the second motowas tough since I was still pretty banged up from that crash. At the end of the day, I'm just blessed to be out here - God is good. I've got a great group of people around me, andI'm really looking forward to next year."
Despite a knee injury from Round 1, Marchbanks left everything on the track in Vegas. After qualifying 13th, the No. 36 charged from outside the top 15 in Moto 1 to a hard-fought seventh. In Moto 2, Marchbanks went down early but remounted and made a charge from 20th to 11th by the fnish. His 7-11 scorecard earned him seventh overall in Vegas, wrapping up an impressive season eighth in the championship.
"Overall, I'm happy with the season," said Marchbanks. "I felt like I finally started putting all the pieces together adn showing I can be that top guy. We stayed relatively healthy all year and had a lot of solid rides that built my confidence and proved what I'm capabe of. The crash at the start of the playoffs wasn't ideal, but even with that setback, I was able to dig deep and finish out the year strong. I've learned a ton, and now the focus is on getting some rest, resetting, and coming back even stronger next season, ready to fight for wins."
Kitchen left it all on the line in Vegas, showing true grit in one of the fiercest battles of the season. Qualifying 6th, the NO. 47 came into the night show hungry. In Moto 1, Kicthen ripped out of the gate with the lead pack, but an early mistake in the sand forced him to remount and claw his way back from 14th. Refusing to back down, Kicthen charged through the field, slicing his way to sixth by the checkered flag. In Moto 2, Kitchen caem out swinging, launching into second and locking bars in a relentless battle inside the top three. By lap six, he was still in podium contention when a mechanical issue struck, ending his night early. Despite the setback, Kitchen walked away 11th on the night and ninth in the championship.
"It was an up-and-down season, but I felt like there were a lot of positives," said Kitchen. "I'm a bit frustrated with how the night turned out especially with my position at the start of the first moto and then going down early on. I had a rock get stuck in my rear brake in that second moto that unfortunately ended my race early. I put together some good motos and showed speed, just didn't always put the whole night together. I learned a lot racing SMX and battling with these guys. I'll take a little time off, reset, and then get back after it. Looking forward to coming in stronger next year."
Adams wrapped up his rookie campaign in Las Vegas with a gritty performance that showed his toughness. The No. 98 started the day on a high note, clocking P3 in qualifying and setting himself up as one to watch. Moto 1 proved brutal as Adams was caught in a first-lap pileup that bent his shifter,leaving him unable to shift, before another rider landed on him mid-race. Banged up but determined, Adams charged from outide the top 20 to finish ninth, securing 16th overall on the night and 13th in the championship.
"End of the season here in Las Vegas," said Adams. "Definitely a rollercoaster of a day. Qualifying went well with P3, which felt great to finally get back on pace. In Moto 1, I got caught in a pileup on the first lap and bent my shifter into the footpeg, so I couldn't shift at all. About seven laps later, another rider landed on me, which left me with some bone bruising in my arm and a burn on my calf. It was a rough moto, but I went to the A-Stars rig, got checked out, and knew I had to line up again. For Moto 2, I fought through the pain and came from around 20th to ninth. All things considered, I'm happy with how I ended the night. It's been a good rookie season, and I'm ready to go full throttle into next year."
The 2025 season brought breakthrough rides, podiums, and championship contention. Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki capped it off under the Vegas lights with the same relentless spirit shown all year. Now the team will regroup and look forward to returning stronger next season.
250SMX Class Results - The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 1-2
2. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 3-1
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 4-3
4. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 5-4
5. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 11-6
6. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 10-7
7. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 7-11
8. Lux Turner, KTM, 8-13
9. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 2-20
10. Dilan Schwartz, Yamaha, 18-5
14. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 6-21
16. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 20-9
250 SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 167
2. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 144
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 127
4. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 118
5. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 116
6. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 99
7. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 96
8. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 81
9. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 77
10. Daxton Bennick, Yamaha, 65
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 55
September 13, 2025
Hammaker Leads Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki with Podium Finish in St. Louis
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team lined up inside The Dome at America's Center for Round 2 of the SuperMotocross World Championship Playoffs, with Seth Hammaker leading the charge to another podium finish in second overall (3-3). Ty Masterpool followed with a season-best fourth (4-6), Levi Kitchen finished 10th (5-12), Drew Adams placed 12th (13-9), and Garrett Marchbanks rounded out the night in 14th (14-13).
Hammaker showcased his Supercross skills once again in St. Louis. After qualifying fourth, the No. 56 got great jumps in both motos, starting inside the top three each time. Hammaker rode smooth and consistent laps, holding steady in third for both motos to secure second overall on the night. With back-to-back podiums, Hammaker now sits third in SMX points heading into the championship finale.
"It was a good day here in St. Louis," said Hammaker. "I ended up second overall with another consistent night. My body felt good, and even though qualifying was a little off, I was able to make some adjustments and get more comfortable with the track. It was a challenging layout - slick, tight, and tough to pass on - but we made it work. Going into both motos, my focus was on executing good starts since track position was going to be key. They weren't perfect, but I put myself in a solid spot and rode it out. Overall, I'm happy to be on the podium again and in a good position heading into the final round in Vegas. The goal is to go out there, fight for the win, and see where it puts me."
Masterpool delivered his best performance of the season, proving his strength after battling his wasy in through the Wild Card race. Qualifying 10th, the No. 26 ripped a great start in Moto 1 and ran up front the entire race, finishing fourth. In Moto 2, Masterpool was again battling up front, holding strong in seventh before making the pass to grab sixth. His 4-6 scorecard earned him fourth overall - his best finish of the season.
"Overall, it was a good day," said Masterpool. "Coming from the Wild Card race, I didn't have the best gate pick for Moto 1, but I made it work and put in a solid ride. In Moto 2, I was right there for a podium spot, just couldn't quite get the pass done, and ended up tying for third but finishing fourth overall. Still, I'm feeling better and stronger each weekend, and I'm excited to finish it off with a bang in Vegas. I'm also really looking forward to next year - I feel healthy, confident, and ready to keep building."
Kitchen came in swinging in St. Louis. After qualifying second, he put together a strong first moto, charging through the front pack and finishing fifth. In Moto 2, and early collision forced him to remount deep in the pack. Despite the setback, Kitchen clawed his way from 16th to 12th by the checkered flag, salvaging 10th overall. He now sits sixth in the SMX standing going into Las Vegas.
"Overall, it was a pretty good day here in St.Louis," said Kitchen. "Qualifying went well, and I felt like I was riding really strong. In the first moto, I didn't get the best start but worked my way up to fifth. In the second moto, I ripped a good start but came together with Haiden and went down, so I'm not even sure where I ended up. The positive is that I feel like my speed is there, and I'm getting better each weekend. Now it's all about sending it in Vegas and seeing what we can do to finish this thing strong."
Adams continued to build in his rookie SMX campaign. Qualifying 11th, the No. 98 rode inside the top 10 early in Moto 1 before fading back to 13th. In Moto 2, Adams got a better start, battling as high as seventh before ultimately finishing ninth. His 13-9 results gave him 12th overall on the night as he continues to gain valuable playoff experience.
"Round two here in St. Louis was a bit of a mixed day for me," said Adams. "Qualifying went decent, and in the first moto I pumped up in the arms a bit and end up 13th. The second moto was a step forward - I got a better start and finished ninth, which gave me 12th overall on the day. Not exactly where I want to be, but there were some positives to take away, and I'm looking forward to building on it heading into Vegas."
Marchbanks showed grit in his return after a tough opening round in Concord. Starting the day with 20th in qualifying, the No. 36 fought hard from outside the top 15 in both motos. He charged to 14th in Moto 1 and 13th in Moto 2, ending the night 14th overall. Marchbanks now sits in SMX points with one round remaining.
"Coming off a tough weekend in Charlotte with a DNF and only getting one short ride this week, I wasn't sure how things would go," said Marchbanks. "I was dealing with a lot of pain in my leg, but I made it work and put in two solid motos. Nothing spectacular, but I was happy to grab some important points I didn't think I'd have coming into St.Louis. Now the goal is to recover, regroup, and come into Vegas as close to 100 Percent as possible so we can put up a strong fight or the final round."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team now turns its attention to the SuperMotocross World Championship finale at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where triple points are on the line to decide the 2025 SMX World Championship.
250MX Class Results - The Dome at America's Center
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 2-2
2. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 3-3
3. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 6-4
4. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 4-6
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 10-1
6. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-14
7. Jordon Smith, Triumoph, 11-5
8. Daxton Bennick, Yamaha, 9-7
9. Max Anstie, Yamaha, 8-8
10. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 4-3
12. Drew Adams, Kawasaki
14. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 8-4
250 SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 92
2. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 82
3. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 78
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 67
5. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 64
6. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 53
7. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 48
8. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 48
9. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas, 41
10. Cole Davies, Yamaha, 41
11. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 37
12. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 36
September 6, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Opens SMX Playoffs with a Podium from Seth Hammaker
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team battled extreme weather delays and a shortened race program at Round 1 of the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) Playoffs inside a packed zMAX Dragway. Despite the cancellation of the second motos, the team put in a strong showing with Seth Hammaker leading the charge in second overall, Levi Kitchen close behind in fourth, Ty Masterpool in 10th, Drew Adams in 11th, and Garrett Marchbanks sidelined early after a crash.
Hammaker set the tone for the team, overcoming an over-the-bars crash in qualifying to still post sixth. When the gate dropped for Moto 1, he rocketed off the split start to grab the holeshot and quickly stretched out a gap. Hammaker defended the lead deep into the race before pressured late, ultimately crossing the line in second and opening his SMX campaign with a podium ride.
"I'm really pumped to start the SMX playoffs on the podium. I was really looking to grab that win, but I'm happy with how I rode," said Hammaker. "I was definitely looking forward to getting back out there for Moto 2, but with the weather and schedule changes, we had to call it. still, this is a good place to start, and I feel like I'm building each week. The goal now is to keep this momentum rolling into the last two rounds and put myself in the fight up front."
Kitchen carried his Pro Motocross speed into Concord, qualifying third and backing it up with a strong ride in the opening moto. Launching inside the front pack, the NO> 47 charged from ninth to third by lap five. Holding steady inside podium territory, Kitchen finished fourth after a position adjustment due to a red-cross flag, kicking off the playoffs on solid footing.
"Overall, it was a pretty good day," said Kitchen. "We only got to race once with the weather, but I ended up fourth and go docked points. I'm feeling a lot better on the bike and confident I can fight for wins in these next few races. That's the goal. I'm happy with my speed right now and just trying to stay positive heading into the rest of the playoffs."
Wildcard entry Masterpool made a statement early by clocking the day's fastest qualifying time. In Moto 1, he put himself in the top 10 after a mid-pack start and maintained his pace to secure 10th at the flag - a steady showing as he gains momentum heading into the next rounds.
"Qualifying went great with P1, but the gate picks didn't fall our way," said Masterpool. "moto 1 turned into a bit of a scramble. I had a bad launch, someone went down in front of me, and I got shuffled back to almost last. I fought through the pack as best I could, but then Moto 2 got canceled. I was really looking forward to another shot out there, so We'll regroup and come back swinging next weekend."
Adams, Pro Motocross Rookie of the year, made his SMX debut with P16 in qualifying before delivering an impressive start in Moto 1. The NO.98 powered into sixth off the gate and fought hard against the experienced playoff field to finish 11th despite a small tip-over in his first SMX outing.
"With the cancellation after the first moto, it was kind of a mediocre day for me," said Adams. "Qualifying wasn't great, but I was able to turn things around a little bit in the race. I got a decent start and was running inside the top seven for the first half. Unfortunately, when Garrett Marchbanks went down and they had the red cross out, I tipped over myself. I ended up 11th - not terrible, but not where I want to be. I'm just focused on building and looking forward to St. Louis next weekend."
Marchbanks entered the playoffs seeded third in points and hungry to contend. After qualifying 10th, his day was unfortunately cut short by a crash in Moto 1, which forced him to withdraw.
"Today definitely didn't go the way I wanted," said Marchbanks. "Qualifying was decent, but in Moto 1, I went down early, and that ended my day. It's frustrating, especially with how strong my season's been outdoors, but I'll go back and get everything checked out and go from there."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team will head to St. Louis, Missouri, next weekend for the second round of the SMX Playoffs at the Dome at America's Center.
250MX Class Results - SMX Playoff 1 - zMAX Dragway
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha
2. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki
3. Jo Shimoda, Honda
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki
5. Austin Forkner, Triumph
6. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas
7. Tom Vialle, KTM
8. Cole Davies, Yamaha
9. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha
10. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki
11. Drew Adams, Kawasaki
22. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki
250 SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 50
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 42
3. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 34
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 33
5. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 29
6. Austin Forkner, Triumph, 25
7. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 24
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 24
9. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas, 23
10. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 20
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 17
15. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 12
August 23, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki's Levi Kitchen Returns to the Podium; Drew Adams Wins Rookie of the Year
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team closed out the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship on a high note at Buds Creek, scoring a podium finish from Levi Kitchen and celebrating Drew Adams as the 2025 Rookie of the Year. Kitchen returned to the box with third overall (4-3), followed closely by Garrett Marchbnaks in fourth (8-4), Ty Masterpool in sixth (6-6), Adams in eighth (5-10), and Seth Hammaker in 13th (36-7).
Kitchen showed speed all day in Mechanicsville, kicking things off with P6 in qualifying. In Moto 1, the No. 47 grabbed a solid jump out of the gate and charged into the top 10 early. Keeping the pace with the lead group, Kitchen charged hard to the finish, taking fourth at the flag. In Moto 2, Kitchen held strong in the top five until a red flag reset the race and sent the riders back to the line. On the restart, Kitchen made an aggressive move into third, holding strong to the checkers for third overall. The result marked his return to the overall podium as he closes the Pro Motocross Season ranked fourth overall and sits sixth in SMX points heading into the SuperMotocross World Championship.
"I've been trying every weekend," said Kitchen. "I've been hitting the ground a lot and starting in the back, so today really felt like a win for me. I'm super thankful for my team - we made some progress with the bike and it really helped my starts. Joe Shimoda and haiden have that pace right now, but for me, this was exactly what I needed after a rough few weeks. Huge thanks to my team, my friends, and my family. I'm going to keep working hard, head into these SMX races, and give it everything I've got."
Marchbanks capped off a career-best outdoor season with fourth overall at Budds Creek, securing third in the final MX Champiosnhip standings. After starting the day third in qualifying, the No. 36 was forced to battle through traffic again in Moto 1 after a mid-pack start - climbing from 19th to eighth. In Moto 2, Marchbanks launched off the gate with the start he needed, settling into sixth before the restart. After the restart, he came back strong, charging up to fourth at the checkered flag. His consistency and ability to slice through the field have been hallmarks of his season, and he now turns his attention to the SMX playoffs, where he sits third in points.
"Solid day at Budds and honestly, and amazing year overall outdoors," said Marchbanks. "I ended up third in the championship, which is a career best for me, and I'm really proud of that. Today started off well with P3 in qualifying, and I've been a lot more consistent there this season. Moto 1, I had two terrible starts - even after the red flag. In Moto 2, I finally got the killer start I'd been looking for all year, ran inside the top 10, and after the red flag, had to re-make a lot of passes. I battled hard with Nate Thrasher anf tried to make a late push on Levi Kitchen, but he was too far ahead. I went 8-4 for fourth overall on the day, which I'll take. Of course, I wish I could've fought for the podium, but to finish third overall in points is huge for me and a big step forward."
Masterpool continued to find his rhythm in his return to racing, delivering consistent 6-6 moto scores for sixth overall. After qualifying ninth, the No. 26 launched out of the gate and climbed into the top 10 early. Battling his way forward, Masterpool made a strong last-lappass to secure sixth. Moto 2, followed a similar pattern, with Masterpool moving through the top 10 to finsih sixth again, showing steady progress and closing out 16th overall in the MX championship.
"Overall, It was a really good day even if the results don't fully show it," said Masterpool. "I charged hard to the end in both motos and even made passes on the last lap, going 6-6 for sixth overall. My starts weren't great, and on a track like this, that makes it tough to run up front, but I felt strong coming through the pack both times. There's a lot of positives to take away - my fitness feels night and day better - and I'm really excited about the progress we're making."
Adams closed out his rookie Pro Motocross season on a high note, starting the day by setting the second-fastest qualifying time. Moto 1 saw the No. 98 starting inside the top three, where he battled up frontbefore finishing fifth. In Moto 2, Adams maintained a steady pace inside the top 10 to finish 10th, giving him eighth overall on the day. With his seven top-15 results and consistent speed throughout the season, Adams was crowned the 2025 Pro Motocross Rookie of the Year and ended the championship ranked 11th overall.
"Budds Creek was a day of ups and downs," said Adams. "I qualified P2, which was exciting, even though Seth Hammaker got me right at the very end of the session. In Moto 1, I went P5 - not my best, but still solid. In Moto 2, I finished P10, which wasn't where I wanted to be. The hihglight of the day, though, was earning Rookie of the Year. That was my goal from the start of the season, and I'm really proud to have achieved it. Now I'm focused on making the next step into SMX."
Hammaker experienced both highs and lows at Budds Creek. After topping qualifying with the fastest lap of the morning, the No. 56 ripped a strong start in Moto 1, slotting into second before the race restart. On the restart, Hammaker climbed inot the top five before a mechanical issue with three laps to go pushed him back to 36th by the end. In Moto 2, Hammaker rebounded wiht another great start, battling inside the top 10 and crossing the line seventh to salvage 13th overall on the day. He closes the season ranked seventh in MX points and fifth in SMX points heading into the SMX playoffs.
"Overall, it was a pretty good day at Budds Creek," said Hammaker. "I qualified P1, which was awesome, and it was great for the team to go 1-2-3 in qualifying. In Moto 1, I was feeling good and riding strong, but unfortunately, I had a bike issue with a few laps to go that cost me a solid result. In Moto 2, I had an outside gate pick but ripped a great start and was up front early. After the red flag, though, I just felt a little flat and ended up seventh. Not the finish I wanted, but I'm glad to make it through the full outdoor season healthy. Now the focus is on SMX, and I'm ready to go win there."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team will now shift gears as the SuperMotocross World Championship gets underway with Round 1 at zMAX Dragway at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina, on September 6th.
250MX Class Results - Budds Creek
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 2-1
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 3-2
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 4-3
4. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 8-4
5. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 7-5
6. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 6-6
7. Cole Davies, Yamaha, 1-17
8. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 5-10
9. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas, 10-8
10. Dilan Schwartz, Yamaha, 13-9
13. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 36-7
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 502
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 454
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 352
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 327
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 288
6. Mikkel Hararup, Triumph, 239
7. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 231
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 230
9. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 211
10. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas, 191
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 186
19. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 160
250SMX Combined SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 723
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 617
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 497
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 468
5. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 408
6. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 366
7. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 355
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 350
9. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 337
10. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 311
16. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 226
24. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 161
August 16, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Battles Through Unadilla for Solid Team Results
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team charged into the second-to-last round of the Pro Motocross Championship at the legendary Unadilla National, where the team shocased grit, speed, and determination throughout a challenging day of racing. Seth Hammakerled the way, with 3-6 moto scores for fourth overall. Garrett Marchbanks extended his streak of top-10 finishes, logging 5-5 motos for sixth overall. Levi Kitchen delivered consistency with 10-10 scores for 10th overall, while Ty Masterpool returned from injury with a 13th overall (9-20). Rookie Drew Adams showed flashes of speed, ending the day 15th overall with 18-12 moto finishes.
Hammaker came out swinging at Unadilla, determined to put his Kawasaki back on the box. He set the tone early in qualifying, topping the first session and ultimately securing second overall heading into the motos. In Moto 1, Hammaker launched out of the gate inside the top three and never let off, bettling with the front runners to the finish to claim third. Moto 2 saw him once again in the mix early, holding strong in podium contention before slipping back to sixth by the checkered flag. His 3-6 finishes placed him ofurth overall, a strong showing and a momentum boost heading into the season finale.
"It's a little bittersweet to miss out on the podium, but definitely a big step i the right direction," said Hammaker. "Honestly, this was my best outdoor day of my career - no crashes, good qualifing, decent starts, and my best second moto all year. That's something I can be proud of. I know I have the speed to run with those top guys, it's just about fiinding my rhythm early and keeping it to the end. Today, I played it a little smarter instead of pushing past my limit, and while that's tough for me as a racer, it's better to line up healthy for the next one.
I know the podium is there; everything just has to come together. We've got one more shot this season at Budds Creek, close to home with a lot of friends and family there, so hopefully cooler weather plays in our favor. With everything I've dealt with health-wise this year, just being in the fight for podiums feels like a win - and if we keep building, I think we'll be in a good spot heading into SMX."
Marchbanks continued his run of strong results, locking down another top-10 with 5-5 finishes for sixth overall. The No. 36 rider qualified fourth to start the day, and despite battling poor starts in both motos, showed impressive speed as he worked through the pack. In Moto 1, Marchbanks powered his way from 18th on the opening lap all the way up to fifth place by the checkered flag. Moto 2 played out nearly identically, with another mid-cpack start followed by a determined push through the filed to secure another top-five. His consecutive fifth-place finishes highlighted his relentless speed and skill in naviageting the pack.
"The starts were tough today, and honestly, that put me on the back foot in both motos," said Marchbanks. "I know how hard the team and I have been working, and we expect to be up front battling with the lead group. The track was deep and muddy in spots, and I just didn't execute when I needed to. The speed is there, and once I got going, I felt solid, but I've got to clean things up off the gate. We'll go back, figure it out, and coming out swingingat Budds Creek."
Kitchen displayed determination at Unadilla, earning 10-10 moto scores for 10th overall. Qaulifying 13th, Kitchen found himself buried in 32nd after a rough start to Moto 1, but the No. 47 refused to quit, slciing his way through the field to salvage a hard-fought 10th. In Moto 2, Kicthen rebounded with a much stronger start inside the top five, battling in the front pack before going down, casuing him to lose positions and cross the line in 10th. His consistency on the day earned him another solid overall inside the top 10.
"My day was definietly a tough one," said Kitchen. Qualifying was okay. In Moto 1, I went off into the banners and even into the spectators off the start, so I was basically dead last in 40th. I was able to charge back up to 10th, though. Moto 2 was better off the start and I was riding pretty good, but while battling with Seth Hammaker I went down and hit my head a bit. After that, it was a grind to the finish. Overall, another tough day, but I'm going to keep pushing."
After being sidelined with a hand injury, ty Masterpool returned to the gate at Unadilla determined to get back in the mix. He qualified 12th and came out swinging in Moto 1, starting inside the top 10 before a small slide-out cost him positions. Masterpool remounted and clawed his way back into the fight, finishing ninth. Moto 2 proved tougher as a midpack start and challenging conditions left him crossing the line 20th, ending his day 13th overall. Still, the No. 26 rider's return marked a positive step forward with flashes of front running speed.
"It was good to be back behind the gate, but definitely not the results I was hoping for," said Masterpool. "I'm still putting the pieces together. In Moto 1, I felt strong and was running a solid pace, but slid out and had to fight my way back. Moto 2 didn't go as planned - I didn't get a good start and pushed forward as best I could, ending up 20th. We'll keep working, build from this, and come back stronger at Budds Creek."
Adams showed speed on the Unadilla track, staring the day as the fastest qualifier. In Moto 1, the rookie was set back by an early crash after a mid-pack start, forcing him to remount adn charge from deep in the pack to finish 18th. Moto 2 was a stronger outing for Adams, who againstarted mid-pack but steadily worked his way forward, making consistent passes to cross the line 12th. With 18-12 scores, Adams rounded out the day 15th overall, continuing to build valuable experience.
"The day started off solid," said Adams. "Getting the fastest qualifier was pretty cool - first one of my career. Moto 1 wasn't the best. I got an okay start, but unfortunately went down early and had to fight my way back. In Moto 2, I still didn't get the start I needed, but I was able to put in a clean charge forward and salvage 12th. I'm looking forward to finishing out outdoors at Budds Creek."
With one round remaining in the Pro Motocross Championship, the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team no focuses on Budds Creek, where the team will close out the outdoor season.
250MX Class Results - Unadilla
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 1-1
2. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 2-3
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 4-2
4. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 3-6
5. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 6-4
6. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 5-5
7. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 8-9
8. Ryder Difrancesco, GasGas, 11-8
9. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 13-7
10. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 10-10
13. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 9-20
15. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 18-12
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 460
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 417
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 320
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 289
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 282
6. Mikkel Hararup, Triumph, 239
7. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 216
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 212
9. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 198
10. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 180
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 157
19. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 128
250SMX Combined SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 681
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 580
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 465
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 462
5. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 393
6. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 345
7. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 332
8. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 328
9. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 324
10. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 311
16. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 197
24. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 129
August 10, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Posts Strong Top-10 Finishes at Ironman
After the two-week break, the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team returned to racing with all four riders landing in the top ten at Round 9 of the Pro Motocross championship at Ironman MX. Garrett Marchbanks led the charge with fourth overall (4-6), while rookie Drew Adams posted a career-best fifth overall (8-5). Levi Kitchen battled through to take eighth(14-4), and Seth Hammaker rounded out the squad in 10th (9-12).
Marchbanks continued to show both speed and stamina, adding to his season-long tally of over 150 riders passed. Qualifying second, the No. 36 was set for a strong day. In Moto 1, a mid-pack start left him 17th on lap one, but he charged forward with aggressive passes to finish fourth. Moto 2 saw a better jump off the gate, quickly slotting into the top 10 and climbing to fourth before settling into sixth by the checkered flag, securing another strong fourth overall.
"It was a solid day," said Marchbanks. "Qualifying went great for me with P2 overall, and I'm super pumped on that. Brock and I have been working hard out in SoCal on qualifying - focusing on motos and technique - and it's finally starting to translate. In Moto 1, I didn't get the start I wanted but rode strong to finish fourth. Unfortunately, I burned a lot of energy and lost a ton of fluids, and I just couldn't get them back in before Moto 2. About 25 minutes in, I started cramping up pretty bad. I haven't had that happen in a long time, so that one's on me. The crazy part is I actually got a good start in Moto 2, but by the end, I was just holding on. The last two laps were kind of a blur, and Drew got me right at the end. I think I ended up sixth in the moto and fourth overall - not quite the podium I wanted like at Washougal, but still a good day. We're making progress every week. Just need to nail those starts in Moto 1 and keep pushing. I love Unadilla, so I'm looking forward to keeping things rolling next weekend."
Adams put together his most impressive ride of the year after battling through injuries in his rookie season. Qualifying fourth, the No. 98 had to fight from deep in the pack in Moto 1 after starting 19th, steadily working his way forward to finish eighth. A stronger start in Moto 2 kept him inside the top 10 early, and with smooth, calculated passes, he moved into fifth and held it to the line, earning a career-best fifth overall.
"It was my best day so far," said Adams. "I finished fifth overall, which I'm really happy about. Coming back from the injury after High Point, I've been struggling the last couple weeks. I started to put it together a bit at Washougal, and this week I feel like I really executed. In the first moto, I think I was somewhere in the high 30s off the start, which is never good, but I charged all the way back up to eighth. In the second moto, I started around the top 10, dropped a few spots early, but then slowly worked my way forward. I felt like I had a little more in the tank than a lot of the guys today - the heat and pace were getting to people, but I kept pushing. I made a late pass on Garrett on the last lap to finish fifth in the moto and lock in fifth overall. Definitely a good day for me, and I'm looking forward to keeping the momentum going next week."
Kitchen kicked off the day with sixth qualifying and looked strong early in Moto 1, running fifth before a crash set him back. The No. 47 was forced to remount and fight back, ultimately crossing the finish line in 14th place. In Moto 2, Kicthen regrouped, starting inside the top 10 and steadily working his way into the front pack, grabbing a late pass for fourth to salvage eighth overall on the day.
"It was a tough one for me today," said Kitchen. "I didn't feel great coming in, and in the first moto I went down, which set me back. I regrouped, and the team made a big change to the bike that felt a lot better for the second moto, but overall, it was still a grind. I think we found something with the bike, which is a positive. Now it's about kicking this cold and coming into Unadilla ready to go."
Hammaker opened up the day as the fastest qualifier, showing his speed early. Despite a rough start in Moto 1 that left him deep in the pack, he charged through the field to finish ninth. Moto 2 saw hammaker off to a stronger start, fighting within the top 10 and finishing 12th, earning him 10th overall.
"Today had its ups and downs," said Hammaker. "Qualifying went great, and I knew I had the speed. Moto 1 didn't go how I wanted after a bad start, but I was able to push hard and make up some ground. Moto 2 started better, and I stayed close to the leaders, but I just didn't have quite enough in the final laps. I'm going to keep working, stay focused, and get ready for Unadilla."
With only two rounds remaining in the Pro Motocross Championship, the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team now focuses on Unadilla in New Berlin, New York, for Round 10.
250MX Class Results - Ironman
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-1
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 2-2
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 3-3
4. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 4-6
5. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 8-5
6. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 5-9
7. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 7-8
8. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 14-4
9. Austin Forkner, Triumph, 11-10
10. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 9-12
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 418
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 367
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 286
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 265
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 242
6. Mikkel Hararup, Triumph, 239
7. Max Vohhland, Yamaha, 197
8. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 180
9. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 180
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 171
12. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 143
20. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 113
250SMX Combined SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 639
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 530
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 431
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 422
5. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 357
6. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 317
7. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 311
8. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 311
9. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 304
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 297
16. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 183
24. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 114
July 19, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki's Garrett Marchbanks Lands First Career Overall Podium at Washougal
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team tackled the woods, ruts, and shifting shadows of Washougal MX Park with fans lining the track in Washougal, Washington, for the Military Appreication Round of the Pro Motocross Championship. Garrett Marchbanks delivered a career-best performance with third overall (3-4), while Seth Hammaker matched that milestone, finishing fourth overall (7-3). Drew Adams continued to impress with his first top-10 overall finish in ninth (13-6), and hometown hero Levi Kitchen closed out the day 11th overall (9-10).
Marchbanks came into Washougal firing, clocking the fastest lap of the day in qualifying to earn the top speed heading into the motos. In Moto 1, a 10th place start didn't slow him down. Marchbanks charged through the field with impressive speed and precision, picking off riders lap by lap. By the checkered flag, he had climbed from 10th to a strong third-place finish, earning his second career Pro Motocross 250MX podium. Moto 2 saw a similar start off the gate. Marchbanks rode smart and consistent, holding steady in the top five and crossing the line in fourth. The effort earned him third overall on the day - his first-ever overall podium finish in the 250 class and a major milestone in his outdoor career.
"Solid day today, defiitely the best outdoor race of my career so far," said Marchbanks. "I was P1 in both qualifiers and felt good from the first lap. Got the podium in Moto 1 after a solid start and worked my way through the pack, whcih has kind of been the theme this season.
In Moto 2, I didn't get the best jump but latched onto Deegan for most of the race and charged forward as much as I could. I was close to a pass for third, but once I knew I had third overall locked up, I just cruised in. Super proud to get my first overall Pro Motocross podium and looking forward to the break before we finish out the season strong."
Hammaker bounced back at Washougal with one of his strongest outings in recent rounds. After qualifying third, he carried that pace into Moto 1 with a solid start just inside the top 10. He kept it steady through the early laps, holding his position and finishing seventh. In Moto 2, Hammaker got the jump he needed, grabbing the holeshot and running up front. He stayed consistent under pressure and maintained a strong pace throughout the moto, finishing third at the checkered flag. His 7-3 moto scores earned him fourth overall, marking a career best and a much-needed turnaround for Hammaker heading into the final rounds.
"Pretty good day overall," said Hammaker. "Qualifying went well, I felt comfortable on the track and ended up third, which gave me good momentum going into the motos. In Moto 1, I didn't get the best start and was sitting around 10th early on. It took a bit to find my flow and once I did, I worked up to seventh and stayed there. Nothing crazy just a solid moto. Moto 2 was much better. I pulled the holeshot and felt strong in those opening laps. Jo Shimoda got by me, and I was able to latch onto his pace for a while. Deegan came through late in the moto, so I finished third. A 7-3 gave me fourth overall - my best outdoor finish to date, so I'm happy with that. Now the focus is on getting on the box, and this break will be good to reset before we come back strong at Ironman."
Adams continued to make strides in his rookie season. He qualified eighth and lined up confident for Moto 1, but a tough jump off the gate left him buried in 28th. Refusing to quit, Adams charged forward to salvage 13th at the checkered flag. In Moto 2, he got a much better start and found humself in a fierce battle inside the top 10. Showing veteran speed, Adams held strong to finish sixth, earning ninth overall on the day and his first top-10 overall finish in Pro Motocross.
"Just wrapped up Washougal with P9 overall - my first top 10 outdoors, which is a big milestone for me," said Adams. "Qualifying went well, but I picked a bad gate in Moto 1 and got buried off the start. I worked my way up to 13th, but it's definitely a tough track to pass on. It was my first time racing here, so it was cool to get the experience - the shadows were darker than Dade City at night, which was pretty gnarly. In moto 2, I regrouped, got a better gate pick, and started around seventh. Had some solid battles mid-moto and finished sixth. Overall, I'm pretty happy with the day."
Kitchen, racing just down the road from his childhood home, started the day with ninth in qualifying. Moto 1 got off to a rough start, with Kitchen buried deep in the pack around 25th off the gate. He stayed focused, picked off riders throughout the moto, and made his way up to ninth by the checkered flag. In Moto 2, he found himself in a similar position - after another tough start, he worked his way into the top 10 before a crash set him back. Kitchen remounted and salvaged a 10th-place finish, edning the day 11th overall.
"A bit of a rough day for me," said Kitchen. "Qualifying was decent, but in Moto 1 I got a bad start - probably around 20th or 25th - and worked my way up to ninth. Moto 2 was kind of the same story. Tough start again, but I was up to about sixth or seventh before I went down. Got back up and finished around 10th. Definitely not the day I wanted, but I'm keeping my head up. I know what I need to work on - mainly getting off the line better. We've got a solid break now, so I'll use that to reset and come out swinging for the last three rounds. I'm ready to show people what I'm really capable of."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team now heads into a well-earned two-week break before the final push of the championship. The team will return to action at Ironman Raceway in Crawfordsville, Indiana, for Round 9 of the Pro Motocross Championship.
250MX Class Results - Washougal
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 2-1
2. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-2
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 3-4
4. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 7-3
5. Austin Forkner, Triumph, 5-5
6. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 10-7
7. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 8-9
8. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 13-6
9. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas, 11-8
10. Levi Kicthen, Kawasaki, 9-10
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 368
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 323
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 252
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 239
5. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 209
6. Tom Vialle, KTM, 202
7. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 170
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 168
9. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 157
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 152
14. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 113
15. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 112
250SMX Combined SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 589
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 486
3. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 397
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 382
5. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 334
6. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 301
7. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 295
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 288
9. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 278
10. Levi Kitchen , Kawasaki, 278
19. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 152
24. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 114
July 12, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Grinds Through Spring Creek with Marchbanks Leading the Way
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team faced a demanding day at Round 7 of the Pro Motocross Championship at Spring Creek. The high-speed, roller-filled MillVille track tested the riders from start to finish. Garrett Marchbanks led the charge with a consistent 7-7 performance for fifth overall. Levi Kitchen followed close behind in sixth overall (13-6), with Drew Adams finishing 16th overall (8-21). Seth Hammaker's day ended early after a pair of crashes, placing him 35th overall (27-39).
Marchbanks kept his top-10 streak alive at Spring Creek with another consistent day. After qualifying fifth, he lined up with confidence and delivered two solid motos. In Moto 1, Marchbanks got a decent jump and settled into tenth on the opening lap. He chipped away throughout the race, making smart passes to finish seventh. Moto 2 played out similarly - after starting thirteenth, he charged forward and finished seventh again, securing fifth overall for the third time this season.
"Overall, it was a solid day," said Marchbanks. "Qualifying went much better, I finished fifth overall, so that was a step forward. In moto 1, I had a decent start but spent most of the race battling around seventh to tenth. It took a while to get into seventh, then I rode solo. I sruggled a bit with lines and couldn't quite put the race together. In Moto 2, we made some bike changes and I felt better early, but had another tough start. I got caught up a few times and got shuffled back. The bike felt great and my endurance was strong though. I made some good passes to finish seventh again.
So, seventh in both motos, fifth overall. I'm tied for third in points with Levi, which is cool. Now it's on to Washougal and see what happens."
Kitchen, the 2024 Spring Creek winner, came in hoping to repeat last year's performance but had to dig deep all day. After qualifying 11th, Kitchen got off to a mid-pack start in Moto 1. Climbing his way into the top-10, a crash while making the pass for ninth would force Kitchen to remount, losing several positions. Despite the setback, he fouhgt hard to salvage a 13th-place finish. In Moto 2, Kitchen had a much cleaner start, quickly charging through the field and breaking into the top 10. He maintained a strong pace throughout the race and crossed the line in sixth, securing sixth overall for the day.
"Today was okay," said Kitchen. "Qualifying was decent, but the motos didn't go exactly as planned. In the first moto, I had a rough start and a crash, which set me backto around 14th. The second moto was better, but I know I need to work on getting the bike quicker off the line. Physically, I feel solid and the speed is there - I just need to improve those starts to put everything together."
Adams continues to gain experience in his rookie season. He started the day with 12th in qualifying and followed it up with a strong Moto 1, grabbing a solid start and running inside the top ten for most of the race to finish eighth. Moto 2 was more challenging - after two crashes and a tough time finding his rhythm, he crossed the line in 21st, landing 16th overall on the day.
"It was definitely a day of ups and downs," said Adams. "My starts were a lot better - we made some changes to the bike and it helped. The first moto went pretty well with an eighth, but in the second moto I had two crashes that weren't really my fault, and I just kind of lost my flow after that. Fitness faded a bit, but overall it was a step in the right direction compared to last weekend. Just trying to keep building and get back to where I need to be."
Hammaker showed speed early with an eighth-place qualifying finish and a lightning-fast start in Moto 1. He took the lead on the opening lap after a sharp pass and held the lead for several laps. Unfortunately, a mistake led to a crash that dropped him back to fifth. Later in the race, another crash knocked the wind out of him and forced an early end to his moto. Despite lning up for Moto 2, Hammaker struggled to find his rhthm and after catching an edge and twisting his knee, made the tough decision to pull off early to avoid further injury, finishing 35th overall.
"The day was alright," said Hammaker. "I got off to a great start and even took the lead early on, but I made a mistake and crashed, which cost me the lead. Later, another crash knocked the wind out of me and left me pretty banged up, ending my race. I lined up for Moto 2, but I caught an edge and twisted my knee a bit, so I decided to pull off early to avoid making it worse. It's frustrating, but I'm focused on recovering and coming back stronger."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team now heads to Washougal, Washington where Kitchen will take on his home race, for Round 8 next weekend.
250MX Class Results - Spring Creek
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-2
2. Jeremy Martin, Yamaha, 3-1
3. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 2-4
4. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 4-3
5. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 7-7
6. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 13-6
7. Dilan Schwartz, Yamaha, 11-9
8. Austin Forkner, Triumph, 9-11
9. Jalek Swoll, Triumph, 16-5
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 15-8
16. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 8-21
35. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 27-39
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 321
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 276
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 214
4. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 214
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 202
6. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 182
7. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 170
8. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 141
9. Chance Hymas, Honda, 132
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 128
11. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 122
13. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 113
19. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 87
250SMX Combined SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 542
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 439
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 382
4. Garrett Marchbnaks, Kawasaki 359
5. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 301
6. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 299
7. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 295
8. Chance Hymas, Honda, 262
9. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 261
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 254
11. Levi Kitchen , Kawasaki, 253
21. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 127
24. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 114
July 5, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Battles at RedBud
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team faced deep ruts and tough conditions at RedBud for Round 6 of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship over Fourth of July weekend. Known for its rough layout and rowdy crowd, RedBud tested riders from start to finish. Levi Kitchen led the charge in seventh overall (2-19), followed by Seth Hammaker in ninth (5-16), Garrett Marchbanks in 10th (10-12), and Drew Adams, returning from injury, in 19th overall (17-17).
Kitchen entered RedBud looking to extend his overall podium streak and had a strong showing in Moto 1. After qualifying 11th, he launched off the gate and immediately inserted himself into the lead pack. A small tip-over in the opening laps set hi, back to 13th, but he quickly regrouped and began slicing through the field. With consistent pace and smart line selection, Kitchen made a last-lap push to grab second by the checkered flag. In Moto 2, Kitchen once again started inside the top three and was running second early on. A mistake while making a pass caused him to go down, and after remounting, he went down again a few laps later. He pulled into the mechanics' area to check the bike, then rejoined the race and pushed through to finish 19th. His 2-19 moto scores earned him seventh overall on the day.
"I felt pretty good today," said Kitchen. "qualifying was decent, and moto 1 went well for me. I went down a couple times on the first lap but still came back to finish second. I really felt like it could've been my day to get the win. Moto 2 was on me - i got impatient trying to make a pass early, went down, got back up, and crashed again. Then I made the mistake of pulling into the mechanics area, which cost even more time. I got back out and ended up going down one more time. Just blew it.
There are still a lot of positives to take away. I feel like my speed is back, and physically I feel good. This one stings a bit, but we'll take what we learned and show up ready at Millville to keep building."
Hammaker came into RedBud with back-to-back top-10 finishes and aimed to keep that momentum going. He qualified eighth and backed it up with a strong Moto 1, grabbing a good start and holding steady inside the lead pack. He stayed composed under pressure and crossed the line in fifth. Moto 2 started off strong again, with Hammaker well inside the top ten early. However, as the laps wore on, fatigue set in, and he gradually slipped back. Despite giving it everything he had, he crossed the line in 16th, landing him ninth overall for the day.
"I got a good start and felt solid running inside the top five early," said Hammaker. "I just couldn't hold on. I faded back to 16th, which was frustrating. I've been dealing with some immune-related issues for a while now - it's not something you really see, but it's been affecting me since Supercross.
Motocross is a different animal with the heat and long motos, and I just havent felt 100%. I'm doing everything I can to figure it out - adjusting my training, working with doctors, and trying to manage my energy better. I know the speed is there, I just need to be able to sustain it. The upcoming break should help me reset and hopefully come back stronger."
RedBud brought a tougher day for Marchbanks, who's been stringing together consistent top-10 finishes all season. After qualifying 14th, he was buried off the start in Moto 1, sitting 34th on the first lap. Undeterred, Marchbanks went to work and picked off rider after rider, eventually climbing into 10th by the end of the moto with a gritty rideMoto 2 saw a similar story - another deep start in 33rd - but Marchbanks once again charged hard, navigating the rough lines and ushing forward to take 12th at the checkers. His 10-12 results placed him 10th overall on the day and kept his string of top-10s alive.
"Redbud was a bit of a rough one," said Marchbanks. "First qualifier was decent - I was P7 - but the second session I ended up around 13th or 14th. Still, I felt good on the bike all day. In Moto 1, I went down in the first turn and had to come from dead last. I worked my way all the way up to 10th, which I was pumped on. I was hoping for a cleaner start in Moto 2 and actually got one, inside the top 10of the line, but then got tangled up in turn two and went down again.
After that, I passed a bunch of guys but had another crash, so I had to come from the very back again. I think I ended up 14th in the second moto for 10-14 on the day. Not stoked on the results, but the speed is there - we'll keep woring on starts and come back stronger at Millville."
After missing Southwick due to a hand injury, Adams lined up at RedBud looking to get back into the swing of things. He qualified 10th and showed decent spped early, but both motos proved challenging. In Moto 1, Adams settled mid-pack after the opening laps and maintained a steady pace to finish 17th. Moto 2 followed a similar pattern - he held his ground in a crowded field and brought it home in 17th once again. His 17-17 scores earned him 19th overall on the day.
"Definitely not the best day," said Adams. "In Q1 I was 17th, which I wasn't happy with, but Q2 was better - I went 10th. I was a little unsure how my fitness would hold up, and that definitely showed in the motos. I went 17-17, and honestly, I just need to get back to riding more. No excuses - just time to get better.
The fingers feel good though, probably the best part of the whole day. Now it's just about cleaning things up and getting back to where I was before the injury."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team now looks to take on Spring Creek in Millville, minnesota next weekend for Round 7.
250MX Class Results - RedBud
1. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 1-1
2. Jalek Swoll, Triumph, 6-3
3. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 4-4
4. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 8-5
5. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 14-2
6. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas, 12-6
7. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 2-19
8. Parker Ross, Yamaha, 11-10
9. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 5-16
10. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 10-12
19. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 17-17
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 274
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 236
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 189
4. Tom Vialle, KTM, 186
5. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 184
6. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 149
7. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 144
8. Chance Hymas, Honda, 132
9. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 124
10. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 122
11. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 113
20. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 72
250SMX Combined SMX Championship Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 495
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 399
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 366
4. Garrett Marchbnaks, Kawasaki 329
5. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 299
6. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 295
7. Michael Mosiman, YAmaha, 280
8. Chance Hymas, Honda, 262
9. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 244
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 233
11. Levi Kitchen , Kawasaki, 228
21. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 114
23. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 112
June 28, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki's Levi Kitchen Extends Podium Streak in Southwick Sand
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team lined up for Round 5 of the Pro Motocross Championship at the legendary Wick 338, tackling the deep New England sand and bringing home a faull slate of top-10 finishes. Levi Kitchen kept his podium streak alive with a strong third overall (2-4), while Garrett Marchbanks, Seth Hammaker, and Ty Masterpool all delivered consistent results inside the top ten - finishing seventh (6-8), eighth (9-9), and ninth (8-11) overall, respectively.
Despite a slow start to the day in qualifying, clocking 13th, Kitchen came to life once the gate dropped. In Moto 1, he ripped a great start and ran up front from the opening laps. He held strong in third for most of the moto, then made a late push to secure second just before the checkered flag. In Moto 2, he once again put himself in a good position early, running second before a minor mistakes shuffled him back to fourth. His 2-4 moto scores were enough to keep him on the overall podium in third and keep his podium streak heading into Red Bud.
"Overall, it was a pretty good day for me," said Kitchen. "Qualifying was rough in the first session, But I felt a lot better in the second one, so gate pick ended up being okay. Both motos, I got decent starts, made some quick passes early, and that makes four third-place finishes in a row now - just trying to keep building on that.
In Moto 2, I felt stronger at the start but cramped up a few laps in, so I've got to figure some things out with nutritionand just try to clean things up a bit there. Other than that, I'm happy with the day."
Marchbanks delivered another solid day of racing, staying consistent through the rough Southwick sand. After a tough go in qualifying, where he ended up 14th, Marchbanks rebounded when it mattered. In Moto 1, he grabbed a decent start and quickly worked his way into sixth, holding strong through to the checkered flag. Moto 2 saw him just outside the top-10 off the gate, but he kept charging forward, making a handful of passes to finish eighth. His 6-8 moto scores locked him into seventh overall, marking another step forward in a steady outdoor campaign.
"I've always kind of struggled a bit at this track and was just trying to find my flow," said Marchbanks. "Qualifying wasn't great, 14th in the first session, felt a little better in the second with 8th, but still ended up 14th overall. Moto 1 went pretty solid. I got an okay start, probably around 14th, and worked my way up to 6th. Ate a lot of roost - it was tough to pass, but I made it work."
In Moto 2, I got shuffled back after the first turn and had to fight through again. The track was super rough today - not really one you want to be coming from mid-pack in both motos. I started to fade a bit at the end, which hasn't happened much this season, so we'll look at a few things on the bike. The team's been awesome helping me get it sorted. Just staying consistent and ready for the next one."
Hammaker showed good speed early in the day, qualifying fourth. In Moto 1, he got a good jump off the gate and was running inside the top five, but ran into the back of another rider and went down on the first lap. He remounted near the back of the pack and charged his way through the field to finish ninth. In Moto 2, Hammaker grabbed another solid start around fifth and styed in the mixduring a tight battle for positions six through ten. He began to fade slightly in the second half but rode smart to lock in another ninth, finishing 9-9 for eighth overall on the day.
"Southwick went pretty well," said Hammaker. "I felt pretty good in both qualifying sessions - fourth in the first and second in the next, but the faster times came from the first one, so I ended up with fourth gate pick. Moto 1, I got a decent start inside the top five, but ran into the back of someone on the first lap and went down. Had to come from way back but worked up to ninth, which I was happy with.
Second Moto, I started around fifth again and felt solid for the first half, but started fading a bit. Backed it down and rode smart to finish ninth again. Went 9-9 for eighth overall. Not a bad day - just gonna keep working and building each week. Looking forward to the upcoming rounds."
Masterpool qualified sixth in the morning and carried that momentum into the motos. In Moto 1, he started just outside the top ten and made a few key passes to climb into eighth by the finish. Moto 2 was a more challenging fight - he bounced around just inside and outside the top ten and ultimately brought it home in 11th. His 8-11 results gave him ninth overall.
"Results didn't really show it, but I fell like it was a step in the right direction," said Masterpool. "The first moto was tough, really hard to pass and I was getting held up, but I kept charging to the end. Lap times were solid and I felt good.
In Moto 2, I didn't get the best start and got shuffled around early, same story, just tough to make moves. I tried to cut inside to get outof the roost but slid out in the slick stuff off the main line. Not pumped on the result, but I felt strong on the bike. Definitely a step forward, and I'm ready for next weekend."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team now turns its focus to the legendary RedBud National for Round 6 next weekend.
250MX Class Results - Southwick
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-1
2. Tom Vialle, KTM, 3-3
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 2-4
4. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 4-5
5. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 10-2
6. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 5-6
7. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 6-8
8. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 9-9
9. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 8-11
10. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 14-7
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 244
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 186
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 165
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 164
5. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 162
6. Chance Hymas, Honda, 132
7. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 113
8. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 113
9. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 113
10. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 103
11. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 99
17. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 62
June 14, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki's Levi Kitchen Lands on the Overall Podium at High Point
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team battled through the ruts and rollers of High Point Raceway at Round 4 of the Pro Motocross Championship, where Levi Kitchen continued his podium streak with a strong third overall (2-6). Garrett Marchbanks kept his momentum with a consistent fifth overall (7-4). Seth Hammaker made a statement at his hometown race by earnng his first 250 Pro Motocross Podium with a third place finish in Moto 1, closing out the day seventh overall (3-14). Solid rides by Ty Masterpool in 13th (9-17) and Drew Adams in 21st (16-35) rounded out the team's results.
Kitchen started the day with a strong P3 in qualifying, setting the tone for a solid day. In Moto 1, he got a good jump off the gate and quickly positioned himself inside the lead pack. He found his flow early, making a clean move into second and holding strong to finish P2 at the checkered flag.
In Moto 2, Kitchen looked set for another top ride, but nearly had a costly tip-over early on. He managed to stay on two wheels but lost several positions. Staying calm and focused, he charged back through the field, making consistent passes to salvage P6. His 2-6 moto scores were enough to lock in third overall, keeping him on the box for the third straight round and building solid momentum heading into the break.
"I felt like I made some real progress today," said Kitchen. "My starts were better. I almost went down in Moto 2, but managed to recover. Overall, I'm definitely improving and feeling stronger out there. Finishing on the podium feels great, even if it wasn't exactly the result I was aiming for. I've always had a tough time here at High Point, with my best finish before today being 10th, so it's awesome to see improvement here. I'm looking forward to the weekend off to recharge and then hitting the next round fired up."
Marchbanks continues to impress with gritty rides and speed. After a tough P18 in qualifying, he turned things around when the gate dropped. In Moto 1, he started mid-pack, but put in a relentless charge to take seventh. He came out swinging again in Moto 2, starting outside the top ten and impressively passing riders one by one to take P4 by the checkered flag. With 7-4 finishes, he secured fifth overall and three tio -five finishes in four srounds.
"It was a solid day overall," said Marchbanks. "Qualifying was probably one of my worst in a while - 18th overall. I felt fast, but the clock didn't agree. In Moto 1, I got shuffled off the start and had to work from the back again. I charged all the way up to sixth, but Jo got me with two turns to go, so i finished seventh. Frustrating after putting in that much effort. In Moto 2, I got a better jump but still got pushed back early. I followed Levi for a bit, but got around him, and found some solid lines. I worked up to fourth and tried to close in onthe top three, but they were just a bit too far. Overall, happy with the speed, I just need to work on my starts over the break."
Hammaker returned to racing in front of the hometown crowd after missing Thunder Valley due to injury. He kicked things off with a solid P7 in qualifying. In Moto 1, Hammaker pulled a great start and moved into third early, holding strong to the finish to claim his first career 250 Pro Motocross podium. Moto 2 saw him charge through the pack up to sixth before fading back to 14th. His 3-14 scores earned him seventh overall on the day.
"High Point was a solid day," said Hammaker. "I went P7 in the first qualifier and P3 in the second - felt good heading into the motos. In Moto 1, I got a decent start, around third or fourth. Levi got by me early, but I found my flow and moved back into third about halfway. Pumped to grab my first moto podium - been working toward that for a while. Moto 2 wasn't as strong. I started around 10th, made a few passes, but just didn't have the stamina to keep the pace. I faded and had to ride it in ended up 14th. still, a lot of posititves to take way. We'll reset over the break and come into Southwick ready to go."
Masterpool showed his determination at High Point. After qualifying P10, he was buried at the start of Moto 1 in 19th but clawed his way forward, amking pass after pass to finish a hard-fought ninth. In Moto 2, he was pushed deep off the start again and couldn't find his rhythm in the early laps. Still, he worked from outside the top 30 to finish 17th, earning 13th overall.
"Riding felt pretty solid day," said Masterpool. "I'm still working through being sick, but I just switched nutritionists, so things are heading in the right direction. Unfortunately, I threw up again after Moto 1, but with all the new food today, it's going to take some time for my body to adjust. The speed is there - I just haven't been able to keep food down, which makes things tough. We've got a little break now, so I'll get everything dialed and come back ready to go."
Adams started the day strong at High Point, qualifying fifth in both sessions and feeling confident heading into the motos. Unfortunately, the momentum didn't carry through. A tough start in Moto 1 left Adams buried in the pack, and he couldn't find his usual flow, finishing 16th. In Moto 2, he made solid progress after a decent start, but went down twice - the second crash resulted in a broken index finger on his left hand. Adams will use the break to recover and reset, with his sights set on lining up for Southwick.
"The day started off strong," said Adams. "I qualified fifth in both sessions, so I was feeling good heading into the motos. In Moto 1, I just didn't get the start I needed and honestly didn't ride like myself. Ended up 16th. In Moto 2, I got of to a decent start and was moving forward, but had a little tip-over. Got going again, made up a few spots, and then unfortunately went down a second time and broke my left index finger. I'll get it checked out, start some therapy, and do everything I can to be ready for Southwick."
After the break, the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team will gear up and return to the East Coast for Round 5 at Southwick.
250MX Class Results - High Point
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-1
2. Tom Vialle, KTM, 4-2
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 2-6
4. Chance Hymas, Honda, 5-3
5. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 7-4
6. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 6-5
7. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 3-14
8. Casey Cochran, GasGas, 11-9
9. Nate Thrasher, Yamaha, 10-10
10. Jalek Swoll, Triumph, 14-8
13. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 9-17
21. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 16-35
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 194
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 152
3. Chance Hymas, Honda, 132
4. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 132
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 125
6. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 124
7. Casey Cochran, GasGas, 88
8. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 88
9. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 87
10. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 82
13. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 73
16. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 62
June 8, 2025
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki Keeps the Podium Streak Going at Thunder Valley
Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki continued its podium streak at Round 3 of the Pro Motocros Championship at Thunder Valley, with Levi Kitchen finishing third overall after a gritty 8-3 moto performance. The team battled Colorado's elevation and muddy conditions to secure multiple top-15 finishes. Garrett Marchbanks finished fourth overall (3-8), Ty Masterpool finished 10th overall (4-15), and Drew Adams finished 13th overall (19-7).
Kitchen carried his momentum from last weekend into another strong showing at Thunder Valley. He kicked off the day with a P5 in qualifying and looked fast heading into the motos. In Moto 1, Kitchen found himself buried mid-pack early on and dropped as far back as 20th. Undeterred, he put his head down and steadily worked his way forward, breaking into the top ten and finishing a hard-fought eighth. In Moto 2, a much better start allowed him to stay in the mix from the beginning. He kept charging, eventually making a kay pass into third just before the final lap, securing a P3 moto finish and landing back on the overall podium with third on the day.
"It was a bit of a grind today, but I'm glad to end it on the podium," said Kitchen. "Moto 1 was tough - I got a bad start and had to dig deep just to get back to eighth. Moto 2 was a little better off the line, and I was able to work my way up and make a move into third late in the race. I've been feeling really solid with my fitness and my riding overall, so it's good to keep building."
Garrett Marchbanks put together one of his strongest rides of the season at Thunder Valley. He started the day strong by qualifying fourth and carried that speed into Moto 1. Despite a mid-pack start in 13th, Marchbanks charged forwad confidently, passing riders one by one to secure a career-first moto podium in the 250 class with a third-place finish. In Moto 2, he got caught in a first-turn pile-up but remounted quickly and battled his way back to eighth. His 3-8 moto scores earned him a solid fourth overall on the day.
"Overall, it was a solid day and one of my best finishes at Thunder Valley," said Marchbanks. "I'm pumped to get my first-ever moto podium in the 250 class. Qualifying went well, I was fourth, and I've been consistent so far this season. Moto 1 went great. I came from 13th to third, which I was stoked on. The elevation and deep ruts made starts tricky, and in Moto 2, I got caught in the first-turn pile-up. I was 39th when I got up, but I charged back and finished eighth. Overall, it was a solid day. I'm happy with the way I've been riding. I haven't been this consistent outdoors before, so I'm just going to keep building from here."
Ty Masterpool, still shaking off the effects of illness, delivered a gritty performance in Lakewood. He came out strong in qualifying, locking in P3 to start the day. In Moto 1, Masterpool got a clean jump and found his flow inside the top five, eventually making a pass into third before settling for a solid fourth-place finish. Moto 2 proved more challenging as he continued to battle fatigue, but he dug deep to finish 15th, giving him a 10th overall for the weekend.
"Qualifying went well," said Masterpool. "I ended up P3, so I felt good heading into the motos. In Moto 1, I got a solid start and worked up to third, but hit a false neutral in a corner and dropped back to fourth. I was battling with Garrett Marchbanks in the last couple laps, but just couldn't hold onto that podium spot. I'm still fighting off the cold from last week and actually threw up between motos, so Moto 2 was more about survival, especially with the elevation here. The first three rounds haven't quite gone how I've wanted, but I'm focusing on getting healthy and turning things around."
Drew Adams continued to show his potential, qualifying seventh and putting in a strong ride in Moto 1. After a tough start that had him buried in 18th off the gate, adams stayed composed and steadily worked his way through the pack to finish an impressive fifth. In Moto 2, he ran in the top 10 before a tip-over set him back. Despite remounting and charging back, mechanical issues forced him to pull off early, leaving him 13th overall.
"The day ended a little short for me in Colorado," said Adams. "I qualified seventh and felt good going into the motos. In Moto 1, I didn't get the best start but was able to work my way up to fifth, which I was happy with. Moto 2 started solid, but I had a small tip-over that pushed me back. I tried to recover, but a mechanical issue ended my race early. It's frustrating when things happen outside your control, but there was definitely positives to take away. I'm focused on bouncing back next weekend."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team will head east to Pennsylvania for Round 4 at the High Point National next Saturday.
250MX Class Results - Thunder Valley
1. Chance Hymas, Honda, 1-1
2. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 2-2
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 8-3
4. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 3-8
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 6-5
6. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 9-4
7. Casey Cochran, GasGas, 13-6
8. Dilan Schwartz, Yamaha, 10-9
9. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 7-12
10. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 4-15
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 19-7
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 144
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 119
3. Chance Hymas, Honda, 95
4. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 86
5. Tom Vialle, KTM, 85
6. Garrett Marchbannks, Kawasaki, 85
7. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 81
8. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 71
9. Max Vohland, Yamaha, 65
10. Casey Cochran, GasGas, 64
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 56
June 1, 2025
Levi Kitchen Leads Pro Circuit Kawasaki to Strong Results at Hangtown
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team powered through the Northern California heat at the Hangtwon Classic for Round 2 of the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship. The team walked away with all five riders inside the top 15, with a podium finish from Levi Kitchen (3-3). Garrett Marchbanks took fifth overall (7-5), Ty Masterpool took eighth overall (4-16), Drew Adams took 13th overall (19-7), and Seth Hammaker took 15th overall (6-40).
Kitchen rebounded in a big way this weekend after a tough opening round at Fox Raceway. Despite qualifying in 16th, Kitchen came into Moto 1 with motivation. After starting mid-pack, he settled into seventh and began clicking off passes. He moved into podium position with just over a minute remaining on the clock, battling for third. Kitchen would finish in third and land on the podium for the first time since Detroit SX. In Moto 2, Kitchen quickly charged into the top five and eventually took over second before settling into his second, third-place finish of the day - his 3-3 performance earned him his first overall podium of the season.
"It was a much better day for me overall," said Kitchen. "Qualifying didn't go the way I wanted - It started off a little slow-but I was able to reset and turn things around once the gate dropped. My starts still need some work, but I managed to get out decent enough to put myself in a position to move forward. I made some good passes on strong guys in both motos and just focused on riding smart and staying consistent. Ending the day with 3-3 finishes for third overall feels really good, especially after how last weekend went. We're making progress, and I'm excited to keep building from here."
Marchbanks kept his early-season momentum going with another strong ride at Hangtown. He qualified fourth and overcame an 18th-place start in Moto 1. Slicing through the field to make consistent passes and push into the top ten by lap six. With half the race remaining, Marchbanks made three more passes to finish seventh. In Moto 2, Marchbanks battled his way to the front, starting in 12th but fighting between fifth and fourth place. Capitalizing on his competitors mistake, he moved into fourth briefly but would get passed at the end and take fifth, rounding out his fifth pace finish overall.
"Overall, Hangtown was a solid day," said Marchbanks. "Qualifying went well, I was fourth overall and felt strong on the bike. Moto 1 was similar to last weekend. I struggled off the gate and rode a bit tight early on, but I managed to work my way up to seventh. We made some changes before Moto 2, including switching tires, and I got a much better start. I was running up front but got shuffled back after a crash in front of me. I regrouped, made some good passes, and got up to fourth. Unfortunately, a couple mistakes in the final laps dropped me back to fifth. Despite that, I'm happy with the progress - my speed and fitness are there. I'm looking forward to keeping the momentum going into Thunder Valley."
Masterpool showed strong pace in qualifying, landing third fastest despite battling illness and high temperatures. In Moto 1, he ran up front the entire race, briefly moving into third before being passed by Kitchen in the final minutes to finish fourth. Moto 2 was a tougher battle; Masterpool struggled to make passes after starting mid-pack, and he held on for 16th, Placing him eighth overall.
"It was a pretty gnarly day," said masterpool. "I came down with the flu a few days ago and had been throwing up for the last few nights - even between motos today. I couldn't keep anything down, so I just focused on riding smart and conserving energy. In moto 1, I did what I could and salvaged a fourth. I was close to third, but Levi got me with a couple laps to go. In Moto 2, I had a decent start but got shuffled back after some chaos in the first few turns. Racing with a fever in this kind of heat was no joke-it turned into survival mode. Still, we made solid progress with the bike this week, and I'm looking forward to getting healthy and coming back strong next weekend."
Drew Adams faced adversity early but showed heart all day. After qualifying 20th, he launched from 26th off the gate in Moto 1 and battled through to finish 19th. In Moto 2, he bounced back with an impressive ride - starting in sixth, holding strong, and crossing the line in seventh, placing him 13th overall.
"Hangtown had its high and lows," said Adams. "Qualifying didn't go the way I wanted - I was 20th overall after struggling in the first session. In Moto 1, I had one of the worst starts I've ever had and just couldn't find my flow in the heat, finishing 19th. We made a tire change before Moto 2, and that really helped. I got a much better start, run up front, and finished seventh. It felt good to turn the day around."
Hammaker started the day with a strong sixth-place qualifying run. In Moto 1, he got out front early and ran third for much of the race before settling into sixth. Unfortunately, in Moto 2, Hammaker was caught in a first-turn collision that ended his day early, laving him 15th overall.
"The day started off strong for me with a solid qualifying and a good flow heading into Moto 1," said Hammaker. "I felt comfortable early on, and got a great start, and was able to run up front for most of the race before finishing sixth. Unfortunately, in Moto 2, I got caught up in a crash right after the start and wasn't able to continue. It's a tough way to end the day, especially after feeling so good earlier, but I'll regroup this week and come back ready for Thunder Valley."
The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team will head east to Colorado and Thunder Valley Motocross Park for Round 3 next Saturday.
250MX Class Results - Hangtown Classic
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 1-1
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 2-2
3. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 3-3
4. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 8-4
5. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 7-5
6. Jordon Smith, Triumph, 11-6
7. Mikkel Haarup, Triumph, 10-9
8. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 4-16
9. Dilan Schwartz, Yamaha, 9-13
10. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 5-17
13. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 19-7
15. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 6-40
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 100
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 88
3. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 67
4. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 65
5. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 52
6. Tom Vialle, KTM, 52
7. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 47
8. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 46
9. Chance Hymas, Honda, 45
10. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 45
12. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 21
May 24, 2025
Garrett Marchbanks Leads the Charge at Fox Raceway to Open the Pro Motocross Season
The 2025 Pro Motocross Championship kicked off with the first gate drop of the season at Fox Raceway, where the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team delivered a strong team performance. Garrett Marchbanks led the charge with a sixth overall finish (6-5), displaying front-running speed and consistency. Seth Hammaker went (8-7) for seventh overall, Ty Masterpool went 7-15 for 10th overall, Drew Adams went 9-14 for 11th overall, and Levi Kitchen went 10-38 for 16th. Each rider battled the dry Southern California terrain to open the season.
Marchbanks delivered an impressive performance, showing his speed early in the day with a P4 result in qualifying. After a rough start in Moto 1, Marchbanks charged through the pack to secure sixth. Moto 2 started stronger for Marchbanks, clocking the fastest lap two laps in a row and shwoing true grit. Marchbanks would charge from ninth to fifth, rounding out a solid sixth place overall.
"It felt awesome to be back on the 250," said Marchbanks. "I didn't get the best starts, but I made moves quickly and found good flow. I was P1 in the second qualifying session for a while and ended up fourth overall. That gave me cinfidene going into the motos. I gave it everything I had and tried to push at the end. Sixth overall is a solid start, and I'm excited to keep building from here."
Coming off a strong Supercross season, Hammaker showed his speed and determination in his outdoor return. After qualifying sixth, he launched into the top five off the start of Moto 1 but had a small tipover just before the halfway point. He remounted quickly to finish eighth. Moto 2 saw him satrt inside the top five again, running consistently inside the top group to secure seventh and a solid seventh overall.
"It was a pretty good day at Pala," said Hammaker. "Qualifying went well, and I got decent starts in both motos. That first moto, I was running third or fourth early, then tipped over. I got back up and made a few more passes to finish eighth. The second moto was intense at the beginning - I got into a rhythm and held on for seventh. It's a good place to start the series. We'll keep improving and come into Hangtown even stronger."
Masterpool came out swinging in Moto 1 after a tenth-place qualifying result. Nearly grabbing the holeshot, Masterpool defended second early on, holding his ground before he would fall back to finish seventh. In moto 2, he started in eighth but encountered a late-race challenge after taking a rock to the throat, ultimately dropping to 15th and finshing the day tenth overall.
"Qualifying went well, and I got a great start in Moto 1 - made a good move around the outside and felt like I rode well," said Masterpool. "In Moto 2, I took a rock to the throat on the last lap and ended up throwing up everything. I lost all my nutrients, and after that, it was pure survival mode. Still, I gave it everything I had. I'll bounce back and be better next weekend."
After stepping up as a fill-in rider for a few Supercross rounds and later sidelined by injury, rookie Adams returned to the gate to start his first full Pro Motocross series. After qualifying eighth, the no. 98 would find himself mid-pack off the gate in Moto 1. Settling into 15th on the first lap, Adams made his way into the top ten with five minutes plus two laps remaining and made one final pass to finish ninth. In Moto 2, he battled back from multiple crashes, setting him as far back as 25th; Adams charged forward to secure 14th and round out an 11th-place finish overall.
"Starts weren't great today, but I'm happy with how I charged every time I hit the track," said Adams. "I went down twice in the second moto but kept pushing and came back strong. Every lap was a learning experience, and I'm stoked on the progress. I'm ready to keep building next weekend."
Returning to the gate after injury, Kitchen qualified fifth to start the day. In Moto 1, Kitchen would show solid speed, moving from 15th up to tenth. Despite his efforts in Moto 2, Kitchen would be forced to pull off early du to a bike issue with three minutes remaining. Kitchen finished the day 16th overall.
"It was a tough day for me," said Kitchen. "I didn't get the best starts, but I fought through in the first moto to finish 10th. In Moto 2, I was making progress, but then had some bike troubles and had to pull off. It was DNF, which is always disappointing, but I'm healthy, and we'll regroup for Hangtown.
With the first round in the books, the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team will head north to Rancho Cordova, California, and the Hangtown Motocross Classic for round two next weekend.
250SX Class Moto 1 Results - Fox Raceway
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda
3. Chance Hymas, Honda
4. Tom Vialle, KTM
5. Julien Beaumer, KTM
6. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki
7. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki
8. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki
9. Drew Adams, Kawasaki
10. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki
250SX Class Moto 2 Results - Fox Raceway
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda
3. Tom Vialle, KTM
4. Julien Beaumer, KTM
5. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki
6. Chance Hymas, Honda
7. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki
8. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha
9. Ryder DiFrancesco, GasGas
10. Maximus Vohland, Yamaha
14. Drew Adams, Kawasaki
15. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki
38. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki
250MX Class Points Standings
1. Haiden Deegan, Yamaha, 50
2. Jo Shimoda, Honda, 44
3. Tom Vialle, KTM, 38
4. Chance Hymas, Honda, 36,
5. Julien Beaumer, KTM, 35
6. Garrett Marchbanks, Kawasaki, 33
7. Seth Hammaker, Kawasaki, 29
8. Michael Mosiman, Yamaha, 25
9. Ty Masterpool, Kawasaki, 22
10. Maximus Vohland, Yamaha, 22
11. Drew Adams, Kawasaki, 21
16. Levi Kitchen, Kawasaki, 12
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