Carder Receives MWC Weekly Honor Nov 17, 2009
A former world champion in BMX racing, Carder is second on the Horned Frogs with 65 tackles, including five for loss with two sacks. TCU held Utah to just four first downs in the opening two quarters to build a 38-14 halftime lead. (Gofrogs.com)
Man takes on cancer with BMX Oct 26, 2009
" That means getting back on a BMX track, not just for the health benefits, but to encourage other men to seek regular prostrate checkups. "My goal in all of this is to use the novelty of BMX racing to really promote prostate cancer awareness," Mr. Capell said. "This is one cancer that can easily be treated and cured if diagnosed early. " Reach Donnie Fetter at (706) 868-1222, ext. 115, or . DAVID CAPELL AGE: 53 HOMETOWN: Lake City, Fla. OCCUPATION: Electronic data analyst for Lockheed Martin... (The Augusta Chronicle)
UCI launches anti-doping lessons for riders Sep 26, 2009
BMX racing for men and women debuted in Beijing, but freestyle medal classes failed to win approval from the International Olympic Committee in August. Strebel warned the congress that cycling must improve its image to attract investors and broadcasters. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Recreational Calendar Aug 18, 2009
BMX RACING Sundays through December, Capital City BMX, 516 Dennis Ave., Raleigh. New rider clinic Aug. 29. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Extreme sports compilation for kids lacks edge Aug 14, 2009
The sports included are street luge, jump-roping, rock climbing, BMX racing, kite-surfing, skateboarding, inline skating, base jumping and wakeboarding ... In BMX racing, your feet are on the mat, and you direct your bike by tilting the Wii remote. (USA Today -- Tech)
* IOC mulls new Olympic sports Aug 13, 2009
After BMX racing debuted in Beijing last year, the International Cycling Union would like to add BMX freestyle events for men and women in London. The International Canoe Federation wants to give women a greater share of its 16 medal events, and offer a more exciting package for television viewers. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
‘Old guys’ hit the trail Jul 22, 2009
took home the Best in Show trophy for his 1977 D.G. blue and gold BMX racing bike. The trophy is to be handed to the new winner each year. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Arash MarkaziACTION SPORTS Jun 27, 2009
While he took in the courses set up around Grant Park before the opening of the BMX Open, he said he chose to be a BMX rider after his BMX racing coach yelled at him for not being prepared enough at an event when he was 13. "I'll never forget the day I quit racing," said Enarson. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
- Dad, sons die in crash (18) May 19, 2009
mrscali2 wrote on May 17, 2009 11:33 AM:" We are Sick Side BMX Racing and my deepest Sympathy goes out to the Townsel/Wilson Family.I had the great pleasure of meeting the Townsel Family at State Qualifiers in El Centro in April. They were the greatest family you could ask for. I know David Wilson from the District 38 Off Road Races. Great man. Our hearts go out to all the families. You are in our prayers. ". jauregui09 wrote on May 17, 2009 11:11 AM:" What a tragdy, father spending quality time... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Shaw is first in state Apr 28, 2009
The eight-year old, who races for the Santa Maria Elks BMX Racing team, competes in the National Bicycle League and is No. 1 in the state in her class. Shaw also won a state qualifying race held at the brand new Unocal Events Center BMX Track in early April. (Lompoc Record, CA)
On the fast track Apr 7, 2009
The Santa Maria Elks BMX Racing Team hosted the first major event at its new Elks Unocal Events Center BMX track on Saturday. Advertisement. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Andrea Hilderbrand: An unconventional life Mar 21, 2009
The spare bedroom of her suburban home near Matthews is filled with trophies from mountain bike and BMX racing championships. A framed copy of a New York Times entertainment section front is topped with one of her photographs from the highly popular Dukes of Hazzard DukesFest. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Michaels making Olympic comeback Mar 6, 2009
" But, in the case of Al and the Olympics, just 22-year detours. For 'social' buzz, NBA's above the rim Tracking sports' online cacophony is tricky enough when just focusing on league websites. So how do you figure out what millions of fans are talking about in the cacophony of social media? Vitrue, an Atlanta marketing company, is trying to do that by tracking mentions of brands including sports brands on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, YouTube and hordes of blogs. Its Social Media Index, begun in... (USA Today -- Sports)
Woman, 51, proves BMX racing isn't just for kids Feb 19, 2009
BUNNELL -- Shirley Anderson is really into BMX racing. It doesn't matter that she's 51 years old and often surrounded by youngsters. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
