Racers compete in Anderson memorial race at Marion
Local racers competed Sunday in the 17th round of the motocross series of Kansas Off Road Riders at Green Acres Raceway, Marion.
The race was in honor of McPherson resident Justin Anderson who was killed in a motorcycle-car accident two years ago. KORR decided last year to name the Fall Championships at Marion, the Justin Anderson Memorial Race.
Several local riders competed in the event.
David Helmer of Marion placed fourth in the 80 junior division.
In the women's class, Kimber Hardey of Marion placed third. Sydney Waner of Hillsboro came in fourth.
Brent Potocnik of Lincolnville was first in the open beginner class.
Josh Jost of Hillsboro was first in the 250cc division. Casson Schmidt of Goessel was 10th. Waner placed 11th and Rob Hett of Marion came in 17th.
Hett also placed ninth in the vet 30 division.
David Alcorn of Marion was fifth in the post vintage +10 class.
In races earlier this month, David Helmer placed fourth in the 80 junior class Oct. 9 at Winfield and sixth Oct. 23 at Odin.
