CLARKSVILLE, TN — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has officially awarded East Coast AMA #1 Championship plates to the Partzilla Arenacross Series, solidifying it as the Regional Arenacross championship on the East Coast for the 2025–2026 season.
This designation marks a major milestone for the series and its competitors, as the AMA will now recognize champions in the following five classes as official AMA East Coast Champions:
- Arenacross 250
- Arenacross Open
- Schoolboy 2 (12-17)
- 85cc All-Stars (9-14)
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65cc All-Stars (7-11)
“This is a huge moment not just for our series, but for every rider lining up with the dream of earning that #1 plate,” said Bobby Snyder, Series Owner of the Partzilla Arenacross Series. “To be recognized by the AMA as the official East Coast championship series is a powerful validation of the work we’ve put in and the vision we’re building.” “Winning an AMA #1 plate is one of the highest honors in amateur and professional motocross. We’re honored to have a series that’s not only growing the sport but now helping crown official East Coast Champions.”
With rounds spanning Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, and Alabama, the Partzilla Arenacross Series has become a proving ground for emerging talent and seasoned pros alike. The AMA’s recognition further elevates the championship, giving riders a clear path to national recognition and meaningful accolades.
The 2025–2026 Partzilla Arenacross Series begins October 17, 2025, in Clarksville, TN, and will be televised nationally on FS1, with thousands of racers and fans expected to attend stops throughout the region. In addition to the AMA championship plates, the series will feature cash purses, contingency programs, and a broadcast team featuring some of the sport’s most respected voices.