South Point Hotel & Casino Sponsors Glen Helen National

March 17, 2009, 2:51pm

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – Glen Helen Raceway Inc. President Bud Feldkamp announced last week that this year’s Glen Helen National will be known as the “South Point Hotel & Casino Motocross National,” the season-opening round of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. The top motocross riders from around the globe will kick off the chase for the world’s most prestigious motocross title on Saturday, May 23.

“We at South Point are no strangers to motorsports,” said Owner Michael Gaughan. “We are honored to support the 2009 Glen Helen Motocross National. These are the best motocross riders in the world competing for the biggest motocross championship title in the world. Southern California motocross fans deserve a high-quality show like this.”

For the first time, the Glen Helen event will be televised with same-day coverage on SPEED.

“Glen Helen Raceway is honored to have Michael Gaughan, a long time off-road racer, and the South Point Hotel & Casino join us as the title sponsor for the 2009 Motocross National,” stated Feldkamp. “I can’t say enough about Michael and his incredible staff. My hope is that through this collaboration, some of our dedicated fans will take the opportunity to experience the South Point Hotel & Casino for themselves.”

To get the “Holeshot” in Las Vegas, visit the South Point Hotel & Casino at www.southpointcasino.com

For more information on this event go to the Glen Helen website at www.glenhelen.com or call the 24-hour information line at (909) 880-3090.