Race to Cure Breast Cancer Raises $20k
MORGANTOWN, W.V. - As the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship came to a close on the track, awareness for one of the deadliest diseases in the world was being raised off it with the second annual Race to Cure Breast Cancer. Fans, teams and riders all got into the spirit of PINK on Saturday, raising $20,000 for the Philadelphia Breast Cancer 3-day Walk, the Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust (NPT) Breast Cancer Fund.
The highlight of the event came from the Mystery Rider Auction, which brought in $11,700 thanks to memorabilia provided by series stars Ryan Dungey, Ashley Fiolek, Andrew Short and Ryan Villopoto. In addition to the bid amount for each of the riders' items, the foursome donated an extra $1,000 apiece to support the cause.
Each mystery package featured exclusive items from each of the riders including helmets, jerseys, boots, gloves and a variety of other autographed paraphernalia along with special gifts from each of the riders' personal sponsors.
"The amount of money achieved through the mystery auction is a testament to the amazing fans of motocross," said the event's director Shasta Johnson. "We have the most dedicated fan base in the world and it is their undying love of motocross and support of the industry that contributed to our success this year and I can't thank them enough. I also want to give special thanks to all the riders who gave for a good cause. They are all role models and help make this the greatest series on the planet."
Additionally, raffle tickets, cupcakes, wristbands were sold and donations were accepted, totaling in an impressive $7,330. Some of the raffle prizes included 10 Scott USA backpacks with swag from several series sponsors as well as a variety of signed products donated by teams such as JGRMX/Toyota/Yamaha and Monster Energy/Kawasaki as well as riders like Justin Barcia, Ricky Carmichael, Sherri Cruse, Broc Hepler, Davi Millsaps, Jessica Patterson, James Stewart, Ivan Tedesco, and Sarah Whitmore.
2009 450 Class Champion Chad Reed also got into the spirit, donating $999 of his own to help fight breast cancer.
The success achieved from Saturday's Race to Cure Breast Cancer wouldn't have been possible without the support of the individuals behind the scenes as over 20 volunteers lent a helping hand throughout the weekend.
All proceeds from the fundraiser support the Philadelphia Breast Cancer 3-day Walk which is a 60-mile walk to raise money for breast cancer. The net proceeds will support the combined efforts of the Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust (NPT).
To Donate Today, Visit: http://www.the3day.org/site/TR/Walk/PhiladelphiaEvent2009?team_id=70610&pg=team&fr_id=1297.
For more information, please contact Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship media coordinator Brandon Short via email at brandon@mxsports.com or by telephone at (949) 365-5752.
For fan and racing information on the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, log onto www.allisports.com.
MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world's most prestigious motocross series - the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. An industry leader in off road powersport production and management, its mission is to raise awareness of motocross racing through the production of professional championship racing events nationwide. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing fields more than 60,000 action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of active fans, spectators and enthusiasts. For more information, please visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports
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Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, greases, and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, greases, and problem-solving additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry.
Forrest Lucas and his wife, Charlotte, founded Lucas Oil Products in 1989 after he spent 20 years as a truck driver and owner of a nationwide long-haul trucking fleet. They experienced firsthand the need for better lubricants and fuel treatments to maintain their equipment.
Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the "Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship." For more information on Lucas Oil, please visit www.LucasOil.com.
AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization operates and manages AMA Pro Road Racing, which includes AMA Pro American Superbike, AMA Pro Daytona SportBike, AMA Pro SuperSport and AMA Pro SunTrust Moto-GT. AMA Pro Racing also manages and works closely with the day-to-day operational organizations of the AMA Pro Flat Track Championship and the AMA Pro Supermoto Championship Series in addition to other two-wheel and ATV series. Learn more about AMA Pro Racing at www.amaproracing.com.
