2007 5th Annual AMA Sports & AMA Pro Racing Banquets Las Vegas, NV Rio Suites & Casino November 16-18, 2007

The weekend kicked off with the AMA Sports Awards Banquet on Friday at the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino, which saw awards handed out to some of the top names in ATV racing. KTM’s Tim Farr wore in the carpet with several trips to the stage for ATVA Supermoto Grand Championship, Maxxis ATV Endurocross Championship, and Extreme Dirt Track ProAm Championship awards. “It’s great to be up here and be recognized with all the other great riders that are here tonight.” Stated Farr. “I can honestly say that this year Supermoto was the most fun for me. I think all racers should come out and give it a try.” He added before thanking all of his supporters.

Youth ATV Rider of the Year went to motocross racer, Jeffrey Rastrelli, and Walker Fowler earned the AMA Rider of Year Award after being nominated for both ATV & Motorcylce Awards	Vet/Senior ATV Rider of the Year Award once again went to Tommy Tantillo, which is the first time a rider has received the award in back to back, which is no surprise after earning 2 Class Championships

One of the more notable winners of the evening was Youth racer Walker Fowler. Walker made history by being the only racer to ever secure the AMA Sports Youth Rider of the Year award for his accomplishments on both two wheels and four wheels. The ATVA Female Rider of the Year went to Angela Butler, who edged out Heather Byrd for this years Women’s Championship. Along with her extensive list of “Thank You’s” to all her sponsors, Angela also gave a special shout out to Harlen Foley and ATVriders.com for all the great coverage that has been provided throughout the racing season.

ATV Hillclimb Champion, George Loring & his Yamaha Banshee once again out ran everyone to the top of the hill to claim the ATV Championship

The ATVA Athlete of the Year award is presented to one lucky athlete whose achievements have stood out from the crowd and had a significant impact in the ATV world. It is one of the most prestigious awards presented and was also one of the most anticipated events of the evening. The nominees included Tim Farr, Harold Goodman, George Loring, Clay Holmes, and of course, eight-time consecutive ATV GNCC Champion, Bill Ballance. Predictions that Ballance would claim the award came true. “It’s really an honor to be up here. There was some really good competition this year and I have to thank Yamaha and all my sponsors for all their help. I’m living a dream right now!” Stated Bill. “Everyone did a great job in all the different series this year and it’s really starting to pay off. The sport keeps growing and getting better for all of us.” Bill concluded.

8 Time GNCC Pro Champion,Bill Ballance, claimed the 2007 Athlete of the Year Award against some stiff competition	2007 Fastest Women on ATVs Amanda Howe, Angela Butler, Bailey Williams, Traci Cecco, Kacee Frazier

2007 Extreme Dirt Track Pro champion, Harold Goodman, along with previous Pro Champions Shane Hitt & Tim Farr