June 22

Congratulations to the following CNYMRA racers that qualified or an alterenate for the Loretta Lynn's National Championship.

May 17

Eric Hameister broke his clavicle (collarbone), six ribs and had a minor torn lung in a crash at Broome-Tioga on May 12. No surgery was necessary and he expects to be back at the track at MotoMasters this Sunday! No, he won't be racing, he'll be doing what he does best, taking great racing photos!

"I want to thank CNYMRA racers and families for all the warm get well wishes. Great feeling to know you all care here in CNY!

Apr. 21

New 2010 CNYMRA members under 16 years of age MUST provide a copy of their birth certificate before their membership card will be mailed.

Birth certificates can be faxed to Mike Dougherty at 315-736-2832 or a copy mailed to the address on the application.

Mar. 31 First race Saturday at Frozen Ocean

Looks like we'll have June-like weather this weekend!!! The track will be in great shape.

Gates will be open from 4-11pm on Friday. Avoid lomg lines Saturday morning. Friday night sign up 8-11pm.

In addition to CNYMRA classes the following classes will be offered:

51cc Beginner 4-6
51cc Intermediate 4-8
51cc Senior 6-8
65cc 10-11
65cc 7-9
65cc 7-11
Sr. Mini 12-15
Mini Combined 9-13
Girls 9-15
250 Beginner
Open Beginner
Plus 40A/B
Plus 40C
Plus 50

Most of these will be combined with other classes, but it may give you the chance to race in a class more specific to your age and ability!!

Mar 23 - Frozen Ocean Moto X, Inc to run combined sanctioned events

Frozen Ocean will be running both CNYMRA and WNY Racing events together in 2010. Races will be AMA sanctioned events with AMA membership required. For the first two races only, Frozen Ocean will pay the first $20 toward a new member's AMA Membership. If you have ever been an AMA member, you will not be eligible for this benefit.

All District 3 classes will be offered as well as WNY Racing classes that aren't offered by CNYMRA. WNY Racing also offers a Plus 50's points class.

Riders will receive points for their respective organization plus separate points will be kept for the "Top Gun Series."

Mar 23 - The Top Gun Series is back for 2010

The Top Gun Series Has Returned!!!!!!! Where! Frozen Ocean Moto X, Inc.

Extra prizes and a Dash For Cash every Sunday race date. Earn points to be the "Top Dog" in your class.

Holeshot Awards for the Motocross dates are as follow:

June 27 - Wheel Away will be donating the Holeshot Awards

July 11 - Team Green Weekend - Kawasaki will be donating the Holeshot Awards.

September 12 - Sportmann Honda will be sponsoring the entire weekend and will be donating Holeshot Awards.

Information about the combined events and entry fees:

Big Bikes - 1st class $30.00, 2nd class $20.00, 3rd class $10.00

65cc/85cc - 1st class $25.00, 2nd class $20.00, 3rd class $10.00

50cc - 1st class $20.00 and 2nd class $20.00

Quads - Ex, Am, Nov, and Plus 25 Quad - $30.00 and $20.00

Quad - Schoolboy $30.00

Mini Quads - $25.00

Jan 19 - Michael James Memorial Scholarship winners

For the 19th year, Thunder Ridge Sports with the help of CNYMRA riders and families raised money and awarded scholarship funds in the name of Michael James Simmons.....

As a result of additional donations and participation in fund racing activities this season , Thunder Ridge was able to hand out three scholarship awards for the first time at Saturday's CNYMRA awards banquet....Over $10,000 has been raised and given to CNYMRA college students over the past 19 seasons......This years scholarships went to Michael Bluy of Norwich (Alfred University, Engineering), Tim Dino of Waterloo (University of Buffalo, Engineering) and Jackie Bristol of Central Square (Onondaga Community College, Respiratory Care).....

For 2010, there will be even more team events and family oriented activities at Thunder Ridge to once again fund awards aimed at the educational betterment of CNYMRA riders and their families......

These Scholarship activities came to life during the 1991 season out of the desires of Jim Simmons and his son's friends, who wished to focus on the Family aspects of our sport and our CNYMRA series. The hope continues to be that this focus will result in positive family discussions involving topics which might otherwise be ignored...

Dec. 14 - Updated Banquet information

This year's CNYMRA Awards Banquet will be held at Harts Hill Inn, Whitesboro on Jan. 16, from 4-11 p.m.

Ticket prices are $25.00 for adults and $17.00 for kids under 12

Please note: No tickets are sold at the door. All ticket orders must be made IN ADVANCE and received no later than January 10, 2010. No vending or displays without PERMISSION.

Dinner includes a buffet with plenty of choices, and ice cream for dessert. There will be a cash bar and free beer and soda. Click HERE for ticket order form and more information.

Complete the form and mail to: CNYMRA, 207 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY 13492.

Please enclose payment made to CNYMRA along with a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

Deadline for tickets is January 10, 2010.

Nov. 2

Dan Newton had a nasty crash off of the Carmichael triple at Broome in the +40 B class. He laid motionless on the track for the entire second moto. The following is a note from his family regarding his progress.

"Just wanted everyone to know that Daniel is doing ok. He spent four days in Wilson Hospital and then came home. He has three broken ribs, a broken collarbone,a broken shoulder blade and a punctured lung. He seems to be doing much better, just taking it easy for 4 to 6 weeks. I want to send out a huge THANK YOU to everyone in our racing family. Because that is exactly what I think it is. We have received so many cards and calls. So THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH. If anyone wants to say hello to Dan please feel free to give us a call 315-852-6012.

Aug. 10

Picture gallery and results of District 3 riders who raced at the 2009 Loretta Lynn's National Championships

May 27

Hameister Photo Fundraiser for Anisha French a huge success!

THANKS DISTRICT 3!!!

The fundraiser for Anisha French was a great success!! A large number of riders contributed to the cause. Their support and Eric's generosity resulted in a substantial donation to Anisha and her family!

Visit the Hameister website for information on how and when you can download your photo(s).

Special thanks from Eric and the French family to Bob Kiniry for his support and signing of the Kiniry action photo that was raffled!

April 18

The Honorable Thomas H. Moore, the CPSC Commissioner, voted to put into effect a stay of enforcement of the lead ban on motorcycles and ATV designed for children 12 and under.

He recommends manufacturers be given an unspecified length of time in which to comply with the lead ban, while they design machines that comply with the guidelines.

It appears that dealers and suppliers will soon be able to sell motorcycles/ATV and replacement parts for those vehicles, read more on Racer X Online.

March 31

Well the 2009 season is almost upon us and the weather is cooperating much more nicely this year than it has during the past few years. If you're reading this you most certainly have noticed some changes to the CNYMRA web-site. The board of directors has appointed me as the new webmaster and I'm excited to make some changes that will enhance the content and appearance of it. If you have any comments or suggestions for making it more user friendly and/or more informative please send and email with your suggestions.

My email contact info is: gnighman@twcny.rr.com

Of course, if you have some important news you feel all of the CNYMRA members should be made aware of, send me your news as well. I hope to post NEW news at this location on a regular basis!

I hope to see everyone at the races at Broome-Tioga this weekend.

Sincerely,

Gene M. Nighman
#26, +25A, +30A, +40A (+50 not very far away)!