2024 has come to an end...
My racing season ended with a tough blow—no Rookie Cup for me. I headed home, feeling pretty down, and spent six weeks with my family, recharging and reflecting. Honestly, I was confused and frustrated about how the year had gone.
But looking back, I realized what an incredible journey it was! I faced a ton of adversity, including the tragic loss of my team owner, but I never gave up. I found this amazing quote on Instagram and has just stuck with me:
I couldn't have done it without my amazing crew: Emily, Bobbie, Jay, Alan, and Mr. Bowes. They stepped up after my team owner's passing and gave me the chance to keep racing. I'm eternally grateful for their support and for proving that we could overcome anything together.
Getting to be back with my family and friends again was very refreshing after not being home for a couple months. Pops and I had our birthdays in October and turning the sweet 16 is super cool because now I can drive the track to train all by myself now lol.
In October I got to ride the historic Daytona International Speedway thanks to Cam Jones and CJR Performance. They brought out the new HRC CBR600RR for me to test and see if had what it takes to take on the Daytona 200. The bike was night and day compared to my personal CBR600 I train on. So much power and ease of handle. It has all the goodies mine is missing and it was so much fun to ride. Definitely a milestone hit and hopefully we can put the pieces together to put a strong program together for the 200 and compete.
Bushnell baby! I was back in the saddle for the SFLMiniGP final sprint race in November, and let me tell you, it felt amazing to shred that supermoto track again! Not only did I get to throw down some serious laps, but I also got to catch up with the awesome SFL family. It felt like a reunion! And guess what? I smashed my personal best time around Bushnell! The feeling of pushing my limits and seeing those improvements is just unbeatable. Of course, no race is complete without some fierce competition, and Avery brought the heat! We had some epic battles all weekend that kept things interesting. Good times, good times!
Flat track, who this?! After my supermoto race, I got an invite from Simao to try something completely new: flat track racing at the legendary Bull Ring in Ocala! Now, I'd messed around on some dirt at Vasco Ranch, but this was the real deal. Simão hooked me up with an awesome bike, and I was thrown into the deep end! Turns out, I kind of have a knack for this whole sliding sideways thing! I ended up winning the amateur 450 class and had some insane battles with the other riders. But the best part? I realized how much flat track can improve my road racing skills! Mind blown! I can't believe I waited this long to try it. Consider me officially hooked! Huge shoutout to the Southern Dirt Track Association for putting on such a killer event. I'll be back for more!
In December the final round of the PanAmerican Superbike Series was calling, and we were ready to rumble! The weekend started off strong with my trusty NSF and CBR. I was on fire, setting a new personal best lap time on the NSF! Breaking my own record felt incredible! But hold up, things were about to get even wilder! Alex Arango, the owner of Top Pro Motorsports MotoAmerica Race team, offered me a chance to ride their M4-powered GSX-R750! Talk about a dream come true! This bike was an absolute beast – pure power and speed! And get this, I even got to work with the legendary Jeremy Toye! He helped me dial in the bike and improve my riding, leading to some awesome lap times and thrilling races. What an honor! The PanAmerican Superbike Series always delivers, both on and off the track. It feels like a second family, and I'm so grateful for the incredible community. A massive thank you to Alex and Jeremy for this unforgettable experience! It was the perfect way to cap off the 2024 season!
December was a whirlwind of excitement off the track too! First up, we got to witness Lebron James and the Lakers battle it out against the Miami Heat! Insane plays and an electric atmosphere – it was a total blast! Then, my awesome aunt and uncle took us to our first-ever Dolphins game! The energy of the crowd, the roar of the stadium... it was an unforgettable experience!
Of course, the holidays were filled with laughter, good times, and making memories with my amazing family. I'm incredibly grateful for everything and everyone on this journey. Especially my parents, who sacrifice so much to give my brother and me the best life imaginable. Their love and support mean the world to me.
So, what's next? People keep asking about my goals for 2025, and my answer is simple: Domination. I'm training harder than ever, laser-focused on crushing every challenge and silencing any doubters. This year, I'm leaving no room for questions – I'm bringing home the championship! My preseason is off to a killer start, and I'm pushing myself to the limit every single day. The fire in my belly burns hotter than ever. 2025, I'm ready for you! Let's get it!
