August 30 , 2025

Match Activity: Mentoring in the Fast Lane

Spend a day at the track with a pro and get an up close look at the sport of pro stock motorcycle racing!

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Get ready for a high-octane afternoon at the NHRA U.S. Nationals! 🏍️💨 Pro Stock Motorcycle (PSM) is drag racing on two wheels—purpose-built race bikes blasting down the quarter-mile in seconds at nearly 200 mph. Your Match will spend time with pro racer Richard Gadson—who was once a Little himself—and see the sport up close at Indianapolis Raceway Park.

Please note: This is an exclusive event that if you sign up for, you are expected to attend. Signing up and not attending takes an opportunity away from another child.

Schedule

• 11:30 AM – Meet at assigned spot (map provided to confirmed attendees)
• 12:30 PM – Pro Stock Motorcycle Qualifying Session
• 2:00 PM – Guided tour to Richard Gadson’s pit area — photos, autographs, Q&A ✅
• 3:30 PM – Pro Stock Motorcycle Qualifying Session

How the day will workWhen Matches arrive, we’ll meet at the assigned spot indicated on the event map and help you find your seats in the stands. From there, you’ll be free to explore:

• Walk through the pits and see crews working up close 🏁
• Watch rounds of qualifying for Pro Stock Motorcycles, Top Fuel dragsters, Funny Cars, and Pro Stock cars
• Grab concessions 🍔🌭

Between qualifying rounds, we’ll take everyone on a short tour leading to Richard’s pit. Richard will give a talk, answer questions, and—if his bike has cooled down—let Littles sit on it for a photo! After that, it’s up to you and your Little whether you’d like to keep watching the action or continue exploring the pits.

Know before you go

• Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes 👟
• Bring sunscreen and hats 🧢☀️
• Ear protection provided (bring your own if you prefer) 👂
• Plenty of restrooms and concessions on site
• Final details and map will be emailed to confirmed attendees

This is a rare chance to see the fastest bikes in drag racing and connect with a pro who knows firsthand the power of mentoring. Secure your spot now — only room for 5 Matches!