"TEAM BOLAN"

Cody Bolan, up and coming star #331 Watch him!!!!

Taylor Bolan looks on while Motocross Star brother Cody makes final adjustments to his Honda 250!

#331 Team Bolan flashes by turn one. (HeyI need a faster camera)

Joe Bolan (red cap) prepares the starting line for the next heat.

The last of the riders cross the finish line to victory lane!

Last Friday night, I was invited out to Sandy Valley Motocross arena in Sandy Valley to watch several classes of riders anywhere from six years old to 46 years old exhibit their motorcycle riding skills up and down the jumps at the arena. I was met there by my sister in law Kelly Bolan and was escorted by Taylor Bolan, younger sister of up and coming rider, Cody Bolan who showed his expertise in easily winning in his class and out distancing all the other riders by several second as he blew across the finish line.

This was my first real experience at a live show other than the Sam Boyd Stadium several years ago.. This was up close and I was able to visit the pit area where Taylor Bolan explained to me the ropes, what to expect and really seamed to know her stuff. She told me she was just starting in the sport and earning her wings.

It's a family affair in Sandy Valley, home of Joe, Kelly, Cody and Taylor Bolan who several years ago, chose a smaller, quieter and cozier town to raise their children. While building there new home, Joe and Kelly have been active in the entire Sandy Valley Motocross experience. While Kelly keeps score among other things, husband Joe pretty much has his hands in every aspect of the races.

It was fun having Taylor escort me around and explain the ins and outs of racing and mostly the rules, while brother Cody warmed up his Honda 250 for his winning run. It was interesting to see how a 14 year old can toss fear aside for a thrilling exhibition in jumps, turns and riding skills. Although starting the evening off ill and hurling before warm ups and his first heat, he blew away the competition in his final heat!

This is nothing new, Cody has been riding for many years and experience has paid off.

This kid is on his way to the top. Next thing you know, he will be doing triple flips on national TV.

Thanks Sis and Bro for the experience and the fun.... I'll be more prepared next time with drinks and snacks and hopefully bring the rest of the family out for a great evening of exciting fun.

Cody you Rock dude! ROCK ON!