Personal History
My name is Lauren Hammond. Motocross is in my blood, where my determination and passion comes from. I started racing in 2001. Over the years of my amateur career, I accomplished a lot, beat my adversity but most importantly risen above my life challenges. Motocross gave my an opportunity to spend it and create a special bond with my dad who had limited time. I have learned a great amount of lessons and defined myself during my career. At the end of the day it made myself a passionate determined racer. My story is worth being read, so here it is… My father started my racing career. He raced when he was young and always wanted my sister and I, to live the dream and race. He waited till the time was right, and when I was five years old, I came home to a PW50 in my drive way. I immediately was in love and knew what my passion was. We then loaded it up and went to a dirt road where I learned to ride for the first time with no training wheels. Immediately, I took off all day till I ran out of gas. Until, I had to switch with my older sister. I had the biggest fits every time till it got really bad and instantly my dad knew I was his racer. I treasured riding and you could not stop me from riding. Shortly after, we started going to tracks. My sister grew to be a girly girl with my mom and I stuck with motocross and my father. From then on, I spent most of my weekends and nights in the garage working on dirt bikes with my dad. We were truly best friends and had a very unreplacable bond. During my whole life my father was sick. He had many health issues he struggled with almost his whole life. He had kidney disease, that caused many other complications. He had many surgeries and was always in and out of the hospitals. He had to go to dialysis three times a week so it was very hard on me and riding. When I was young I had to make sure everything was loaded and clean and ready to go for him so when he would get back from dialysis all he would have to do was jump in the truck. He would still take me riding because he loved it and enjoyed watching his little girl race. Yes, it was hard on myself being so young and always worrying about his health and making sure everything was ready. But I would not change a thing, it just made me stronger and work for what I have. So when I was about 6 we started to race even more. We would race at Perris, Star-west, and occasionally Costa Mesa Speedway in the PW class. I always loved racing Speedway because there was a huge crowd and that I instantly took to. When I would walk out to the track with hundreds of people watching, I tried to get the crowd excited by raising my hands pumping up the crowd. They loved it and would always cheer so loud. I also had bunny ears on my helmet, the fans loved that! It was my father's and I's thing from then on I was known for bunny ears and was the only person doing it. It was my trademark! After the race I would sign a lot of autographs too, I felt like a star! As I got older I got a KTM50 and a KTM65, where I was in the full swing of racing. I raced the California Gold Cup and Golden State series traveling Southern and Northern Ca. It was my dad and I, as our team while my sister and mom was out at the malls shopping. Then, the minute I turned 11, my dad bought me a YZ85 which was a huge step for me. I raced some local series including Perris Hot summer Nights getting 2nd overall in my class, Gold Cup and Triple crown. Later, on my 85, I raced the Mesquite National winning the boys 85 class and podiumed 2nd in the girls' class. My father was always there throughout all of my racing and always supported me. But in 2010, when I was 13, my father passed away from a long hard battle. He had just had open heart surgery and just had to many complications. It was too hard for him. It was very hard because we had the best connection a parent could have with their kid. During that time I did not ride or race for 7 months putting my racing at a hault. It was very hard from my mother to pay the now little money we had on motocross. She had to worry about the house payment and food on the table. It was a huge hit for my career and family. But I still knew had had more in my tank and had to race not only for myself but for my father. The only thing he would want to see was me on a track doing what I love with a smile on my face. After he passed I decided to retire the bunny ears because it was my dad and I's thing, But shortly after he passed my longtime family friend which was my dad's best friend Pete, stepped in. He filled the void of my father and took me racing. It is such a blessing to have him in my life supporting me to get pro. Going through this struggle has taught me to be appreciative for everything you have. During my time with Pete, I have raced the west coast AMA Arenacross series coming inches away from National Championships and have continued to grow with my racing. Today I race a Honda CRf250r and love every second of it. I spend hours on the track, training and when I am done I spend hours cleaning my equipment making sure my bike is well taken care of along with my gear. You won't find another rider or person alike myself that has this much passion and heart for this sport. I know many people acknowledge me and my passion on and off the track along with my great sportsmanship. I believe that my dad is watching over me and everything I have been though made me special and a one of a kind person. I am now 17 years old, supporting women's motocross along with racing many of the boys classes. I am a senior in high school, training to get pro. I have so much commitment, heart and passion for what I love. I put 110% into everything I do. I will never give up and I love every aspect of motocross, the whole thing. I try to do everything in my power keep myself on the track. I mow neighbors lawns and clean houses weekly on top on getting A's and B's in High School. Most teenagers my age would not make that kind of sacrifice but for me that is all I care about and love. It's hard for my mom to financially support me with this expensive support. She tries to pay my race entries and I keep my bike going with tires and parts. I am looking for any support that can help me stay racing. I know I can go far just need the backing to keep me going. This year I raced Mammoth and got 9th overall. In the first moto, I was running 5th most of the moto but ended up 7th. Even though I had a really bad crash in practice on the practice day, I still pushed through it and raced. That is where my heart and passion comes out because I don't ever want to quit. I think getting a top ten at my first big national was good. But I know I can do better this year coming up hopefully making the podium and going for the win. This year I hope to race mammoth again, world minis and Loretta Lynn's. Also during the 2014 season I plan to race the west coast Amateur AMA Arenacross championship. And soon to race women’s pro circuit. I know I can achieve my goals and will work for it every day. I would like to Thank everyone who has believed in me and sky is the limit. I am currently looking for any sponsorship or any help I can get to achieve my goals. Please take my story into consideration. If you have any questions/interests/comments feel free to email me at: Bunnymx38@yahoo.com Thank you for your time.
Riding Goals
WHY I RIDE
I ride because it’s what I love to do. Racing is in my blood. I love every aspect of my sport not just riding but cleaning bikes, working on them, training, working out, falling down and getting right back up. I am very determined, as a respectful, humble, smart, trustworthy young adult. I put 110% into everything I do, every time I do it and on the track and when I train. Riding is my escape from everything else. I always want to ride or work on my bike and improve. I have so much heart and passion that you will not find in anyone else. Why I am a good candidate for sponsorship:
I am a great candidate for a sponsorship because I have so much passion for motocross. I am very humble, smart, trustworthy, and respectful. I have a story that is worth being read. I will never give up given the opportunity. My heart and passion will never burn out. I work very hard for what I have. I will use it to my best ability. I try my best to always improve and never to let anyone down especially myself. I am looking for 2014 sponsors that will support me including with gear, parts anything will help me out tremendisly.
How will I promote sponsor's products:
I will promote my sponsors as much as I can. By saying their names when I make podiums or on my race forms. I will display their stickers on my bike, helmet and gear as much as I can. I will promote them on social media sites. I have been futured on the front cover of The Orange County Register that included a two page write up on my self. I have been in magizines and futured on some websites. I have a hookit account with more than 33,000 views. I try to promote myself as well as my sponsors as much as I can. I always update all of my accounts and keep my fans as well as my sponsors up to date. I never forget who helps me out so I can thank them as much as I can, given the chance. I would like to thank everyone who has stood behind me with my racing career. Please take myself into consideration while reviewing 2014 resumes. Thank you very much. Please email me if you have any interests or questions at: Bunnymx38@yahoo.com.
Competitive Highlights
AMA Arenacross, AMA Mammoth Motocross 9 out of 37 overall, and many more! Read about me!