AMA AND OTHER SERIES

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 15, 2026) – Latus Motors Racing is pleased to announce that Kody Kopp will return to competition for the 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season, making his debut in the Mission AFT SuperTwins class aboard the Harley-Davidson XG750R.

A former three-time AFT Singles champion and the winningest rider in AFT Singles history, Kopp returns to the Progressive AFT paddock following a year away from the series spent competing in professional road racing.

The Mica, Washington, native will step into the sport’s premier class for the first time in his career, marking a new chapter for both Kopp and Latus Motors as the team takes on Mission AFT SuperTwins competition.

Kopp and the Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R are scheduled to make their Mission AFT SuperTwins debut at the Royal Enfield Short Track at Daytona, March 5–6, opening the 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season.

Kody Kopp – Latus Motors Racing:

“I am extremely excited for 2026 and grateful for this opportunity to compete in the premier class of American Flat Track. I felt very comfortable from my first few laps aboard the XG750R, and that feeling has only progressed since. I am confident that as a team, we will be prepared to kick off the 2026 season in strong fashion at Daytona!”

Team Owner George Latus:

“The team is super excited to have Kody as our rider for the season. I've had the privilege of working with the Kopp family for over two decades, both when Joe was actively campaigning and now as Kody continues his career on the Harley-Davidson XG750R. I'm personally honored to have Dave Zanotti and Michelle DiSalvo continuing with us, along with Chris Carr, Joe Kopp, and a very supportive group of sponsors. As Kody's sister, Karly, once said about why she liked our team: ‘They just want to go fast and have a blast.’ We'll do exactly that in 2026.”

Mission Foods Returns as Official Partner of Progressive AFT for Sixth Consecutive Year in 2026

Mission AFT SuperTwins title sponsorship and marquee race formats return for 2026

Kristen Lassen

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 14, 2026) – Building on a half-decade of momentum, Progressive American Flat Track is proud to announce that its expansive partnership with Mission Foods® will continue for a sixth consecutive year in 2026.

Mission Foods, the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps, has been a cornerstone supporter of Progressive American Flat Track since the partnership began in 2021. Through its steadfast commitment, Mission Foods has been instrumental in elevating the series' national profile and expanding audience awareness across the sport.

In addition to its sponsorship of Progressive American Flat Track, Mission Foods has actively supported several innovative initiatives aimed at increasing fan engagement. This commitment to the sport is set to continue throughout the 2026 season.

Mission Foods returns as the title sponsor for the premier Mission AFT SuperTwins class and as the Official Tortilla, Chip, and Salsa of Progressive American Flat Track. The renewed partnership also includes the return of the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge and the season-ending Mission Foods Awards Party, while continuing the brand's high-profile role as the title sponsor of the Mission Triple Challenge, which debuted in 2025 at select events, for the Mission AFT SuperTwins.

“We are very proud to continue our partnership with American Flat Track as the title sponsor of the SuperTwins class, the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge, and the Mission Triple Challenge,” said Juan Gonzalez, Mission Foods Chief Executive Officer. “These platforms give Mission a meaningful way to connect with racing fans and help create unforgettable moments on the track.”

The Mission Triple Challenge format brings an exciting shakeup to three high-stakes events throughout the year, beginning with the season opener at the Daytona International Speedway Flat Track. The Mission Triple Challenge turns up the heat with three races of escalating intensity and challenge points to determine each event’s ultimate victor. The three Mission Triple Challenge events will be the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA II, Lima Half-Mile I, and Springfield Mile I.

Mission Foods has established these events as the most lucrative on the calendar by offering increased prize money through an escalating bonus structure. Winners of the Mission Triple Challenge will take home $2,500 for Race 1 and $5,000 for Race 2, totaling $7,500 in incentives alone before heading into the third and final race of the event. By the time the final race begins, the potential for a massive payday has already reached a fever pitch, cementing these events as appointment viewing.

At all other rounds, Mission Foods will keep the intensity high with the most exciting four laps in all of flat track thanks to the Mission Foods #2Fast2Tasty Challenge. Four qualifying Mission SuperTwins riders will leave it all out on the track in a winner-takes-all, no-points, four-lap shootout, with the winner taking home $5,000. That makes the Mission Foods #2Fast2Tasty Challenge one of the highest challenge-specific payouts in all of dirt track racing.

Mission Foods remains committed to growing the sport’s audience through widespread fan activations and retail marketing. By featuring branded athletes on grocery store displays across the country, Mission Foods ensures that Progressive American Flat Track maintains a high-profile presence both at the track and in the national marketplace.

The 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season will launch with the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6.

To purchase Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I tickets, visit: https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2026-daytona-short-track-i-150573.

To purchase Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA II tickets, visit: https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2026-daytona-short-track-ii-150638.

And to save $10 by purchasing Thursday and Friday tickets together via the Multi-Day Discount for the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II, visit: https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2026-daytona-short-track-i-and-ii-149220.

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

Progressive AFT series merchandise is available via the official merchandise store at https://aftmerch.com/.

Thom Duma Fine Jewelers Extends Partnership as Official Jeweler of Progressive American Flat Track Through 2028

TDFJ Returns as the Official Jeweler of Progressive AFT for the 2026–2028 seasons

Kristen Lassen

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (December 16, 2025) — Progressive American Flat Track is thrilled to announce the return of Thom Duma Fine Jewelers (TDFJ) as the Official Jeweler of Progressive AFT for the 2026–2028 seasons, extending one of the most enduring and meaningful partnerships in the paddock.

For nearly two decades, the TDFJ name has been etched (quite literally) into the legacy of the sport, crafting the championship rings that symbolize the grit, glory, and unrelenting drive of AFT’s greatest competitors. That tradition will continue as TDFJ once again creates custom championship rings for both the Mission AFT SuperTwins and AFT Singles presented by KICKER classes, celebrating each champion’s hard-fought triumph with a one-of-a-kind piece worthy of the title.

Beginning in 2026, TDFJ’s craftsmanship will reach even deeper into America’s Original Extreme Sport with an expanded slate of custom hardware. The jeweler will design and deliver new championship pendants honoring the title winners in AFT AdventureTrackers™, AFT ProSport 450™, and AFT StreetTrackers™, elevating the celebration for AFT’s fast-growing divisions and the rising stars who battle within them.

“Flat Track racing is in our blood, and honoring its champions is a privilege we don’t take lightly,” said Tommy Duma, owner of Thom Duma Fine Jewelers. “We’re excited to continue this tradition and celebrate every rider who earns their place in Flat Track Racing history.”

TDFJ’s motorsports heritage runs deep, with a family legacy rooted in racing and a longstanding commitment to elevating the athletes and culture of American Flat Track. Their designs have become iconic symbols of accomplishment, instantly recognizable, unmistakably premium, and built with the same precision and passion demanded on the racetrack.

Rev Up Your Holiday Gifting with TDFJ’s Racer Series Collection

Fans can wear their passion with the Racer Series Collection, a fully customizable lineup of racing-number pendants that make an ideal holiday gift for any flat track fanatic. Each piece is crafted in sterling silver (or 14-kt gold) to match your favorite rider’s number-plate font and comes with an 18/20" chain.

Looking for something even more personal? TDFJ can customize virtually any shape or size—team logos, personal designs, or even your own racing number—available in your choice of metal and optionally accented with diamonds or gemstones for a truly one-of-a-kind piece.

Every piece is handcrafted to order. Simply email a photo of your chosen number plate to contact@tdfj.com and allow about two weeks for delivery. Make it personal. Make it legendary. Make it yours just in time for the holidays.

For more information on Progressive American Flat Track visit https://www.americanflattrack.com. 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (December 11, 2025) - AMA Pro Racing and Cory Texter Race Promotions are thrilled to detail an ambitious collaboration ahead of the 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season which will pave the road to the Grand National Championship for the future stars of the sport.

As part of this initiative, each of the first seven stops on the ‘26 Progressive AFT calendar will be preceded by an AMA-sanctioned Mission Foods CTR Showcase Event to be held at the same venue on the day before the subsequent American Flat Track National.

And it goes much deeper than merely introducing aspiring young amateur racers to the Progressive AFT paddock and providing them with an opportunity to showcase their skills in front of the key stakeholders of the sport.

Each Mission Foods CTR Showcase Event will feature the 450 Road to AFT class, which will utilize the same technical rules as the all-new AFT 450 ProSport class. The top 12 finishers in the Road to AFT Main Events will automatically qualify for an AFT 450 ProSport license and will be granted entry for the following day’s National event. Additionally, points from the Road to AFT class can be applied toward earning an AMA Pro Expert license for the 2027 season.

This direct pipeline connects the amateur and pro ranks of motorcycle dirt track racing like never before, helping ensure that the most promising talents are identified and provided with the maximum opportunity to both build their individual careers and strengthen the sport as a whole.

By its very design, AFT 450 ProSport plays a critical role in that masterplan. This stepping-stone class is built around stock 450cc single-cylinder motorcycles featuring minimal modifications. As such, AFT 450 ProSport reduces financial barriers while creating a level playing field that showcases rider talent more so than equipment to encourage broad participation from grassroots racers. 

With lowered operating and bike preparation costs, amateurs, privateers, small teams, and regional aces alike will be provided a shared arena in which they can demonstrate their ability before a national audience.

Cory Texter, two-time AFT Production Twins Champion and founder of Cory Texter Race Promotions, said, “I'm extremely excited about our plans for next year. It’s been a long time coming, and we’ve been working tirelessly to make this happen. It’s a great opportunity for amateur riders to compete at the same venues as the professional series, racing in front of professional teams and partners. We will be at different venues all around the country, which was important so that we could provide this opportunity to riders from as wide a geographic area as possible. For as long as I can remember, my passion has been growing the sport, and I am excited to take this important step toward that goal.”

In addition to the 450 Road to AFT class, the AMA-sanctioned Mission Foods CTR Showcase events will feature amateur classes for all ages and motorcycle sizes, providing riders the opportunity to compete at professional-level facilities in front of the Progressive American Flat Track fans attending the weekend’s races.

Mission Foods CTR Showcase Event Schedule

March 4, 2026 - Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I, Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL (Progressive AFT Nationals on March 5-6)

March 20, 2026 - Atlanta Short Track, Senoia Raceway, Senoia, GA (Progressive AFT National on March 21)

April 24, 2026 - Ventura Short Track, Ventura Raceway, Ventura, CA (Progressive AFT National on April 25)

May 1, 2026 - Silver Dollar Short Track, Silver Dollar Speedway, Chico, CA (Progressive AFT National on May 2)

May 15, 2026 - ThrottleFest, Budds Creek Motocross Park, Mechanicsville, MD (Progressive AFT National on May 16)

May 22, 2026 - Williams Grove Half-Mile, Williams Grove, Mechanicsburg, PA (Progressive AFT National on May 23)

June 5, 2026 - Nashville Short Track, Tennessee National Raceway, Hohenwald, TN (Progressive AFT National on June 6)

For more information on Progressive American Flat Track visit https://www.americanflattrack.com. 

Royal Enfield Celebrates 125 Years with Major Partnership for the 2026 Progressive American Flat Track Season

BTR Returns for its 7th Season: Bigger, Faster, and Coast-to-Coast

Tim Lester / AMA Pro Racing

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (December 9, 2026) — One of motorcycling’s most storied brands is charging into its 125th anniversary year with the throttle wide open. Royal Enfield, a name woven into the fabric of two-wheeled history, will return as a major partner of Progressive AFT for the 2026 season, building on the momentum of its successful collaboration with the series and its growing presence within the flat track paddock.

This announcement follows Royal Enfield’s previously confirmed role as entitlement partner of the 2026 Daytona Short Track Doubleheader, where the season launches with two nights of bar-to-bar intensity at DAYTONA Short Track I & II. As the brand celebrates 125 years of uninterrupted motorcycle production, Royal Enfield is set to amplify its impact on AFT’s biggest stages, honoring its heritage while pushing into a new era of American flat track competition.

BTR Returns for its 7th Season: Bigger, Faster, and Coast-to-Coast

Back for its seventh year in the spotlight, Royal Enfield’s BUILD.TRAIN.RACE. (BTR) program continues to elevate aspiring women racers and inspire fans across all generations. The 2026 edition will feature five showcase rounds, aligned with key stops on the Progressive AFT schedule:

Rounds 1 & 2 – Royal Enfield DAYTONA Short Track I & II
Daytona Beach, FL – Short Track (March 5–6)

Round 4 – Ventura Short Track
Ventura, CA – Short Track (April 25)

Round 7 – Williams Grove Half-Mile
Mechanicsburg, PA – Half-Mile (May 23)

Round 8 – Nashville Short Track
Hohenwald, TN – Short Track (June 6)

From the sand-slinging intensity of Daytona to the inaugural event in Nashville, BTR will once again showcase raw talent, grassroots grit, and the unmistakable spirit of Royal Enfield.

A Partnership Built on Heritage and High Performance

“As we hit 125 years, we are feeling younger than ever!” said Adrian Sellers, Head of Custom & Motorsport at Royal Enfield. “And a big part of that has been thanks to the fun we have in flat track racing. Whether it’s seeing the future of racing out there on track with the women of BUILD.TRAIN.RACE. or pushing the Twins FT to its limits in SuperTwins, we’re very excited to be back and looking forward to another exceptional year of racing.”

Royal Enfield’s commitment to developing competitive flat track machinery, highlighted by the evolution of the Twins FT platform, demonstrates the brand’s long-term vision for racing in North America. Combined with the BTR program’s rider development pipeline, the partnership stands as one of the most dynamic and fan-forward initiatives in the sport.

A Milestone Worth Twisting the Grip For

As Royal Enfield honors 125 years of motorcycling (longer than any manufacturer on earth) Progressive AFT fans can expect special on-site activations, merchandise, storytelling features, and expanded engagement throughout the 2026 season.

From the garage to the grandstands, from new riders to longtime diehards, this is a celebration tailored for the entire flat track family.

Tickets On Sale Now for the 2026 DAYTONA Short Track Doubleheader

Kick off the season and Royal Enfield’s 125th anniversary year where the action never lets up: under the lights at Daytona.

Get your tickets HERE.

For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, visit AmericanFlatTrack.com.

Kody Kopp Returns to Progressive AFT Competition Full-Time in 2026 with Latus Motors Racing