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Bailey DobsonJunior Rider & IMC - Baylon McCaughey 2022 Scholar
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Cody MiskellyJunior Rider & IMC-Dualways 2022 Scholar
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Alex McCalmontJunior Rider & 2021 IMC - Dualways Scholar
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Zak TurkingtonJunior Rider & IMC - RST BamBammer of 2021
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Joey HennessyJunior Rider
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Isaac MarkJunior Rider
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Ruben Sherman-Boyd
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Adam-Lee McStravogJunior Rider
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Finnan WherityJunior Rider
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Buster Sherman-Boyd
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Max RobinsonJunior Rider
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David Sherman
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Matt Davidson
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Eva MullenSenior Rider
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Ryan CoyleJunior Rider
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Lee HaraSenior Rider & 2021 Youth Ambassador
Bailey Dobson
Bailey Dobson
Cody Miskelly
Cody Miskelly
Age: 14
Hometown: Bangor
Class(es): Junior Elite (140cc)
Riding No: 56
Experience: 2019 was Cody’s ‘Rookie’ season with The IMC
2022 Plans: To compete in the IMC Junior Elite Championship under the IMC – Dualways 2022 Scholarship, using it to build in both race-craft and confidence.
Achievements: 2019 HAWKS Sponsored IMC Junior Rider of Year
Aspirations: To build a successful Motorcycle Racing career
Sponsors: JJ Inc Tattoo’s & Piercing, Rude Boy Vaping, Davy’s Motorcycles, Spice Island, Denroy, Green Leaf Supplements, Northside Performance & Tuning, Café B, Ian Stevenson.
Photo Credit: Auto Sport Pics – Fran Hollywood
Alex McCalmont
Alex McCalmont
Age: 12
Hometown: Ballyclare
Class(es): Junior Elite 4stroke, Junior Mini GP
Riding No: 46
Machines: 10TEN 140R, Kayo MR150
Achievements: 2020 was Alex’s ‘Rookie’ year – and what a year it was! To receive The Dualways ~ IMC Scholarship ride as recognition of my positive attitude and progress.
Aspirations: Looking forward in the short-term to a successful debut season in both The Junior Elite and Mini GP Classes and enjoying another great year with The IMC
Sponsors: K2 Scaffolding, AC Automotive, Bubbles Day Spa
Photo Credit: Two Brothers Photography
Zak Turkington
Zak Turkington
Age: 6
Hometown: Burnside
Class(es): BamBam
Machines: 10TEN 90R
Years racing: 1 yrs
Achievements: IMC – RST BamBammer of 2021
Aspirations: To become a Champion and compete alongside the Irwin Brothers!
Photo Credit: Two Brothers Photography
Joey Hennessy
Joey Hennessy
Age: 14
Hometown: New Ross, Co. Wexford
Class(es): Junior Elite
Riding No: 2
Machine: Symoto 140cc
Years racing: 2021 was Joey’s ‘Rookie’ season
Aspirations: To be the best that I can be and to enjoy every minute of it!
Sponsors: Dad, Lorraine, Martin Kennedy (New Ross Sign Centre), Philip Simnott, Damien Hennessy (Kilmeaden Services), Patrick Hennessy (Skip Hire), Massimo Coppola (The Penguin)
Photo Credit: Bean Mac
Isaac Mark
Isaac Mark
Age: 11
Hometown: Kilrea
Class(es): Junior Gearbox & Junior Elite
Riding No: 14
Machines: Stomp 125cc, Husqvarna TC65
Years racing: Mini-Moto 2015 ~ 2017, Junior Gearbox 2018 ~ Present
Achievements: IMC BMW Autoparts Junior Gearbox 125cc 2018 (2nd), IMC BMW Autoparts Junior Gearbox 125cc 2019 (2nd). 2019 Results include Race Wins and a Podium Place at each Round.
Plans for 2020: Podium Place in the Junior Gearbox Class at each Round and to try to get close to the front runners in The Junior Elite Class in my ‘Rookie Elite’ season. I would also like to include more MX training in 2020.
Aspirations: BSB, WSBK, MotoGP
Sponsors: Mark Linton – www.mtuning.co.uk
Photo Credit: Two Brothers Photography
Ruben Sherman-Boyd
Ruben Sherman-Boyd
Age: 12
Hometown: Ballyclare
Class(es): Junior Elite, Junior Mini GP
Riding No: 71
Machines: KTM65cc, Bucci BR12 GP (140cc)
Years racing: MX from May 2015 (Age 6yrs), Minibikes from Aug 2016 (Age 7yrs)
Achievements: MCCNI 50cc Auto Barley CHAMPION 2016, All Ireland 4.2 Junior Minimoto Winter CHAMPION 2016 and All Ireland 4.2
Junior Minimoto CHAMPION 2017 (both Championship Titles gained during ‘Rookie’ Year), IMC Junior Pro CHAMPION 2018, IMC Junior Pro Championship 2019 – 2nd, IMC Junior Gearbox 140cc Championship 2019 – 4th, IMC Snowflake Showdown Junior Gearbox 140cc Championship 2019 – 3rd, IMC Snowflake Showdown Junior Mini GP 2019 CHAMPION, IMC ‘KING OF THE CORNER’ (Fastest Lap) 2019, IMC ‘Star of the Round’ – Mondello Park – 2019, IMC Junior Mini GP Championship 2020 – 2nd, IMC Junior Elite (4-stroke) 2020 CHAMPION, IMC Junior Mini GP 2021 CHAMPION, IMC Junior Elite (2-stroke) 2021 Champion, USBK Moto3 2021 Championship – 3rd, USBK MotoONE 2021 Championship – 5th, Team Wood Youth Academy Scholar 2021/22
Aspirations: To improve technique, gain confidence, build friendships, continue to have fun and always follow my No.1 Rule – Finish the race… with a smile on my Face!
Sponsors: EBC Brakes, NGK, Beat Boyz Club, Lesley Stott – Sports Massage Therapy, Temple Tree Services, Hillhead Sheds, Wilkinson Design 34 & InstaMould NI
Additional Info: Ruben was selected by his Coach – Davey Mulligan @ Cornerstone Offroad Motorcycle Academy – to take part in a PSNI Motorcycle Safety Campaign in order to demonstrate a ‘How To Approach’. The reasoning given for Ruben’s selection, first and foremost, was his attitude – and as a Team – it is his attitude of which we are most proud.
TEAM BOYD Racing #71 #57
Photo Credit: David Doherty
Adam-Lee McStravog
Adam-Lee McStravog
Age: 15
Hometown: Coalisland
Class(es): Junior Elite, Junior Mini GP
Riding No: 21
Machines: M2R 140cc, Kayo
Years racing: 2022 will be Adam’s 2nd season of competition
Aspirations: To be like Michael Dunlop, have fun and make friends
Sponsors: The bank of Dad, Adam-Lee Fundraising through Carwash and Gardening Servives ventures
Finnan Wherity
Finnan Wherity
Age: 12
Hometown: Balscadden, Co. Dublin
Class(es): Junior Gearbox, Mini GP, Junior Elite
Riding No: 11
Machines: STOMP Juicebox 125CC, Metrakit GP 50, Bucci BR12 140cc
Years racing: Since 2016 (Minimoto)
Achievements: 2017 Inaugural All Ireland Minimoto Winter Series Champion, 2018 Inaugural All Ireland Minimoto CHAMPION, 2018 Inaugural Ulster Minimoto CHAMPION, 2018 Inaugural All Ireland Minimoto Winter Series CHAMPION, 2018 CoolFAB British Minibike Championship – Rookies Class Race Win, 2018 CoolFAB British Minibike Championship – 9th, 2018 Ace of Aghadowey Minimoto CHAMPION, 2018 Junior 125cc All Ireland Champion – 3rd (Rookie season), 2018 Junior 125cc Ulster Championship – 4th (Rookie season), 2018 Junior Rider of the Year – MMRCI, 2019 All Ireland Pro Minibike CHAMPION, 2019 Ulster Pro Minimoto CHAMPION, 2020 Irish Minibike Championship IMC Junior Gearbox CHAMPION, 2020 Irish Minibike Championship IMC Junior Mini GP – 3rd
Sponsors: WCS Chartered Surveyors, WCS Racing, Dentmagic Motorsport, Stitchmagic, Monster Energy ROI, Putoline Oils, Eamonn Mulligan Building Contractor
Photo Credit: David Doherty
Buster Sherman-Boyd
Buster Sherman-Boyd
Age: 10
Hometown: Ballyclare
Class(es): Junior Gearbox, Junior Mini GP
Riding No: 57
Machines: CRF50 125cc, Bucci BR10 GP (140cc)
Years racing: 4
Achievements: IMC Junior Pro Championship 2018 – 2nd, IMC Snowflake Showdown Junior Pro 2018 CHAMPION, IMC BamBam 2019 CHAMPION, IMC Snowflake Showdown BamBam 2019 CHAMPION, IMC BamBam 2020 CHAMPION, IMC Junior Mini GP Championship 2020 – 9th, IMC 2021 Junior Gearbox CHAMPION, IMC 2021 Mini GP Championship – 5th.
Aspirations: To ALWAYS Finish the Race… with a Smile on my Face!
Sponsors: EBC Brakes, NGK, Beat Boyz Club, Lesley Stott – Sports Massage Therapy, Temple Tree Services, Hillhead Sheds, Wilkinson Design 34 & InstaMould NI
Additional Info: Buster participated in a PSNI Off-Road Safety Campaign which was held at the World Famous Ulster Grand Prix – The World’s Fastest Road Race. Fantastic opportunity and privilege for a 6yr old who took it all in his stride!
Thankful as always to Coach Davey Mulligan @ Cornerstone Offroad Motorcycle Academy.
TEAM BOYD Racing #57 #71
Photo Credit: Two Brothers Photography
Max Robinson
Max Robinson
Age: 7
Hometown: Ballymoney
Class(es): BamBam, Junior Gearbox
Riding No: 99
Machine: 10TEN 90R
Years racing: 2020 was Max’s ‘Rookie’ season
Achievements: 2121 Champion IMC BamBam Championship (winning all but 1 race), 4th Place – 2020 IMC BamBam Championship with 9 Podium finishes
Plans for 2022: to win races and have good fun
Aspirations: to be a professional racer in MotoGP
Sponsors: Daddy
Photo Credit: Roland White
David Sherman
David Sherman
Age: 50
Hometown: Newtownabbey
Class(es): VETS Senior Stock 140cc & MiniGP
Riding No: 26
Machines: STOMP 140cc Motard & KAYO 150R
Years racing: 30yrs MX (Intermittent) – 2018 ‘Rookie’ Season on Tarmac
Achievements: Building and maintaining the many friendships made through racing.
Aspirations: To enjoy the craic – on the track!
Sponsors: FB Motors’ & 365 Taxis
Matt Davidson
Matt Davidson
Age: 10
Hometown: Glarryford (Ballymena)
Class(es): Junior Gearbox, Junior Elite
Riding No: 80
Machines: STOMP 125cc, STOMP 140cc
Years racing: 2yrs
Achievements: 2019 Irish Minibike Championship (IMC) BamBam Championship – 3rd, taking a race win and securing podium finishes at every event. 2019 IMC BamBam Snowflake Showdown Championship – 3rd. 2019 IMC Junior Gearbox Championship – 6th. 2020 IMC Junior Gearbox Championship – 3rd, securing 3 race wins and an overall round win. British Minibike Championship JSM 90cc Class – Three Sisters Event – 9th
Aspirations: To keep progressing, enjoy as much bike time as possible and become an IMC Champion
Sponsors: BRY Joinery, Mum, Dad & Granda
Photo Credit: David Doherty
Eva Mullen
Eva Mullen
Age: Never ask a lady her age!
Hometown: Strabane, Co.Tyrone
Class(es): Stock VETS 140cc
Riding No: 666
Machine: Stomp 140cc
Years Racing: 2021 was my ‘Rookie’ season.
Achievements: In 2021 I was crowned ‘The IMC Paddock Sugar Plum Fairy’ & ‘Top Tumbler’.
Aspirations: To attract/bring on as many female riders to the Boss-E Racing Team to compete within The IMC to learn skills needed to progress on to bigger circuits in the future.
Racing Hero(s): Bruce Anstey, Richard Britton & William Dunlop
Main Sponsors: Colly Sweeney Painting & Decorating, Maguires Brothers Contracts – Strabane, Cox’s Food Market – Ballygawley Road & Allstate Northern Ireland.
Photo Credit: Baylon McCaughey
Ryan Coyle
Gerard McWilliams
Age: 14
Hometown:
Class(es): Junior Mini GP
Riding No: 555
Machine: Kayo 150R
Years racing: 1
Aspirations: TBC
Photo Credit: Paul Hull
Lee Hara
Lee Hara
Age: 15
Hometown: Coleraine
Class(es): Senior Stock 140cc, Senior Open
Riding No: 97
Experience: Lee’s 2019 ‘Rookie’ season brought double success, with Lee securing both the Stock 140cc (Group 2) Championship and The Snowflake Showdown in his first season of competition
In 2020/21 Lee competed in The New Moto-One USBK and Mondello Masters Championships onboard the Baylon McCaughey-IMC Scholarship Tianda TRD300 machine taking on the role of 2020/21 IMC Youth Ambassador.
Aspirations: BSB, NW200 and Isle of Man TT
Sponsors: Parts Doc Coleraine, Doors & Floors and Dad!
Photo Credit: Two Brothers Photography