Rockstar Husqvarna’s Jason Anderson will be joined by a high-powered trio, Martin Davalos, Zach Bell and Zach Osborne.
Jason Anderson is no longer the only Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team rider slated to head into battle in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series and the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series in 2015.
The team announced today the addition of three more talented riders with proven records in the sport. Martin Davalos, Zach Bell and Zach Osborne will join reigning AMA 250cc West Supercross Champion Anderson on the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna team.
Husqvarna Motorcycles North America President Jon-Erik Burleson said in a press release about the new team that Husqvarna is excited to return what it considers to be the highest stage of motorcycle racing,” s
“[Signing] 2014 250 West Supercross Champion Jason Anderson was a great start, and we now have a full team of riders for the upcoming season, each of whom is capable of wins and championships.” Burleson said. “If you are one of those many fans that loved Husqvarna back in the day, this will be that special year we have all been waiting for.”
Husqvarna Head of Motorsport Robert Jonas added that returning to AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross has been a major initiative of the company worldwide.
“One of the largest and most important chapters of Husqvarna racing history was written in the U.S.,” Jonas said. “To this day, the Husqvarna brand has a significant connection to a large number of fans in America. We believe it is absolutely vital for a brand with such history to return to racing at this level. The announcement of the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team and its outstanding line of riders signify the start of Husqvarna’s newest chapter of U.S. motocross and Supercross racing – one we are extremely excited about.”
James Hanson, Motocross Manager for Rockstar Energy Drink said that Husqvarna’s return to the height of pro racing, and the formation of the new team is also a momentous occasion for the prominent energy drink brand as well.
“I speak for all of us at Rockstar Energy Drink when I say that we are thrilled to be a part of the return of such a legendary brand like Husqvarna,” Hanson said. “I truly believe this is something fans of all ages can get excited about. From youngsters who look up to Jason Anderson, all the way to those who grew up in the era of riders like Torsten Hallman.”
The Team
Jason Anderson #17
Monster Energy AMA 250cc West Supercross Champion
With a stellar 2014 season under his belt, New Mexico native Jason Anderson is looking forward to making the move to the premier 450cc class in 2015. Anderson will be contesting the AMA Supercross Championship and the AMA Pro Motocross Championship aboard a Husqvarna FC 450.
“It’s great to be part of bringing the Husqvarna brand back to Supercross,” Anderson said. “I’m excited to be making my debut in the 450 class on a Husqvarna. We have a great program in place and we know we have the capability to win championships.”
Zach Osborne #16
Zach Osborne has spent much of his Pro career competing overseas, with a British National Championship and 14 World Motocross GP podiums to his credit. Osborne is no stranger to the AMA Pro Racing ranks, and is looking forward to making a concerted effort in 2015, where he will be riding a Husqvarna FC 250 in Supercross and Motocross. Osborne will also be once again representing the U.S. in the ISDE, and will contest the upcoming 2014 Six Days aboard a Husqvarna.
“I’m excited to be part of the revitalization of the Husqvarna brand,” Osborne said. “I know we have solid equipment and the necessary resources to win championships, so it made my decision to join the team simple and easy.”
Martin Davalos #47
With nine pro seasons now under his belt, Martin Davalos is also an student of Rockstar Energy Racing, and is excited to make a return to his old crew.
“I am really excited to be a part of Rockstar Energy Racing again,” Davalos said. “The goal for this year is to bring home the championship for my family and the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team. I believe I am in the best spot possible to achieve this dream of mine with the great support of the crew at RER. I’m a looking forward to the challenges and successes of the 2015 season.”
Davalos will be racing the AMA Supercross season in the 250cc class, and will make the step up to the premier class in the outdoors, racing a Husqvarna FC 450 in the premier class of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
Zach Bell #44
Young up-and-comer Zach Bell is the final member of the four-man Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team. After a successful amateur career, having captured 89 amateur motocross titles, the 19-year-old is entering into his third year as a Pro. Bell is looking forward to taking on the 250 ranks in both Supercross and Motocross.
“This is a great opportunity for me,” Bell said. “I’m really excited to be a part of this new team and this important chapter in Husqvarna’s history. It’s a great team and I am looking forward to winning some races on the FC 250.”
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