Saturday, February 1st, marked Motorcycling SA’s Night of Nights, a celebration of the stories and achievements that define the sport, at the 2024 Night of Champions. Hosted by the exceptional Matt Bubner, the event featured a packed evening of festivities, with a comprehensive list of on-track awards recognising standout personalities and exceptional contributions to the sport, alongside community and volunteer award recognitions. Join us in congratulating the deserving winners of the 2024 Night of Champions Awards and celebrating the remarkable 2024 Rider Award winners!
2024 Rising Star:
One of the most prestigious junior awards, the 2024 Rising Star Award, is always difficult to decide—and this year was no exception. Six outstanding finalists were in contention: Emily Lambert (Motocross), Archie Schmidt (Road Race), Darcey Timmis (Dirt Track), Ollie Gear (Enduro), Lucinda Cowan (Trial), and Harry Sadler (Speedway). In the end, Ollie Gear claimed the honour after an exceptional season competing in the Australian Off Road Championship and securing another SA Off Road Championship title. His performances have cemented him as a rising force in the sport.
2024 Rising Star: Ollie Gear
Junior Male Rider of the Year: Dylan Gromball
Junior Female Rider of the Year: Lucinda Cowan
Senior Male Rider of the Year: Connor Hogan
Senior Female Rider of the Year: Tara Morrison
International Recognitions:
The night not only recognized and celebrated the accomplishments of riders at home but also highlighted the talents and achievements of those who reached the peaks of Australian championships and competed internationally. 2024 was certainly a standout year filled with accolades. From Trials to Motocross, Road Racing, and Enduro, SA riders represented across the board. Join us in congratulating these exceptional jet-setters on a massive year of achievements!
- Cooper Sheidow (2024 Team Australia recognition – ISDE)
- Archie Schmidt (Asia Talent Cup)
- Rikki Henry (Asia Talent Cup)
- Teagan Pedler (British Women’s Speedway Championship)
- Connor Hogan (2024 Team Australia & Australian Champion recognition)
- Lara Wedge – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Brian Anthony – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Shaun Buckley – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Tyson Rohrlach – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Judd Plaisted – 2024 Australian Champion & MiniGP World Finale
- Ollie Gear – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Levi Rossi – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Rowan Pumpa – 2024 Australian Championship recognition
- Tara Morrison – FIM Oceania team, FIM Intercontinental Games
- Shane Schiller – Welsh 2 Day Enduro Championship, sidecar
- Davo Johnson – Isle of Man TT Races
Motorcycling SA extends a huge congratulations to all 2024 finalists and award winners! Your passion, dedication, and achievements are the backbone of motorcycling in South Australia, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for you.
Photos thanks to LittleGem Motorsport Photography.
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