Personal History
My name is Carter Snowden, son of Michael and Sandra Snowden. I have been racing motocross since August of 2009. My favorite motocross track in Illinois is Bomber track in Casey, IL and Sky High in Appleton, MO, is my favorite Missouri track. With my appearance at Loretta Lynn’s track as my Top overall track I have ever rode. I also like Red Bud in Buchanan, MI. My favorite pro rider is Ryan Dungey and my favorite local-pro riders are Josh Hicks and Drayke Seizmore. I also like to jump my bmx bike. I am a fourth Grader at DeSoto Grade School. If I don't do something in the motocross industry when I grow up, I may be a teacher so I have my weekends off to race. I just don't know yet.
My training program for motocross includes bmx riding, swimming, and practicing on local tracks. My favorite exercise is the Wii Fit. My best motocross moment was winning my trophy bigger than me from Mid America Arenacross, and when I remember to put my foot up during cornering. My worst motocross moment was a when I broke open my chin and had to get 6 stitches and my broken collar bone. The best thing about being a rider is just getting to ride. For me, the hardest thing about getting to be a rider is going to school, and not being able to ride. My Mom and Dad, my brother Conner and my family and friends have inspired me because they are my biggest fans and supporters.
Riding Goals
I plan in 2015 to try again to make it to Loretta Lynn’s but know in the 65 Sr class, by qualifying at my local and going on to the regional’s and make it to the big show! This year the regional is at my home track Indian Hills Mx which is just 20 minutes away. last year I ran 20 races in 6 different states, with selective races in the Grassroots series, Megacross series and Mid-america series. With my parents help I have been able to race from the bottom of the state of Illinois to the top, and with their support I plan to do that again in 2015. We also plan to spend our Christmas break at Monster Mountain getting some quality riding in while there is snow on the ground at my house.
Competitive Highlights
Birthdate: October 3, 2004
2011 Bike
Bike Brand: Yamaha PW 50
Class: 50 Shaft 4 -6 year old
2012 Bike
Bike Brand: 2012 King Cobra
Class: 50 Sr.7-8 year old
2015 Bike
Bike Brand: 2012 KTM 65sx
Class 65 Sr. 10 - 11 year olds
Bike Brand: 2014 KX 85
Class 85 Jr. 9 - 11 year olds
MX Titles:
2010 50 Shaft/XR Champion Mid-America Arenacross Series Champion
2010 50 Shaft Moto Midwest Champion
2011 50 Shaft/XR Champion Mid-America Arenacross Series Champion
2012 50 SR.7-8 2ND place in Moto Midwest series
2013 50 SR. 7-8 Mid-America Series
Road to Loretta Lynn’s 2011
South Central Area - 1st place 50 shaft 4-6
South Central Regional 2nd place 50 shaft 4-6
Loretta Lynn’s 23rd overall
2010 Sponsors:
Lawrence Racing Engines
2011 Sponsors
Lawrence Racing Engines
Scott
Pirelli tires
Choice Hotels
Amsoil
2012 Sponsors
Scott
Pirelli tires
Choice Hotels
Amsoil
2013 Sponsors
Scott
Pirelli tires
Choice Hotels
Matrix
Amsoil
2014 Sponsors
Scott
MxMegastore.com
Choice Hotels
ASV
One Industries
Matrix
Amsoil
Split Design
Southern Illinois Motorsports
Other Accomplishments/Awards:
Student of the Month at De Soto Grade School in September 2010 and March 2011
Student of the Month at De Soto Grade School in October 2011 and April 2012
Student of the Month at De Soto Grade School in September 2012 and May 2013
Student of the Month at De Soto Grade School in May 2014
Student of the Month at De Soto Grade School in February 2015
Favorite Food: “Grilled Ribs”
Pets: "Alpine"-dog;
Favorite Movie: "Toy Story 1, 2 & 3"
Favorite PS3 game: "MXGP"