Carson Wood Joins Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing, Moves Up to B Class Aboard YZ250F
The following press release is from Yamaha:
Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing Signs Carson Wood
MARIETTA, Ga. – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing is pleased to announce a multi-year deal with Carson Wood. In 2025, the young rider from Florida will race their championship-winning YZ250F as he makes the move up to the 250B class at the Amateur Nationals.
Another one of the sport’s rising talents, Wood finished his mini bike racing career with a standout performance, winning seven out of eight motos and four titles at this year’s Thor Mini O’s. In addition to being crowned SMX Supermini World All-Star Champion in 2023, the 15 year old already has multiple AMA National titles to his resume, including a number one plate from the 2021 AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch. Wood will make his racing debut with the team next year at the Freestone Spring Championship in Wortham, Texas, on March 5-9.
Jensen Hendler – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing 250 Team Manager
“We’re excited about what the future holds for our team and to have a young rider like Carson join our program. We see a lot of potential in him and are looking forward to the 2025 season and his debut aboard the 250.”
Carson Wood– Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing #260
“I am so blessed and honored to have been given the opportunity to represent Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing. It is truly a dream come true. I can’t wait to see what great things we can accomplish together.”
