With three events and six actual Pro finals now in the books, it’s time to review how the 2012 ECS Rookie of the Year (ROTY) candidates are doing on-track.

Three athletes are battling for top honors as they tackle the challenge of Pro level competition; Chris Ackerman, Michael George and Jacob Muller. All three were stars during their time in Pro Lite (I know, we called it Semi-Pro back then – just what is a “Semi-Pro” anyway?) and were clearly ready to make the move in 2012.

With a half dozen finals now complete, Muller leads the current standings with 125 rookie points. Keep in mind, these tallies are based on the highest finishing rookie within each Pro final, and are based on 25, 20 and 15-point awards for the top three rookies in each race.

Do the math, and Muller comes out with a slight five-point advantage over Ackerman and a 10-point gap between himself and Mr. George. While he does have finishes of 10th (Plattsburgh Open) and 14th (Plattsburgh Stock) to his credit, Muller’s performance at Burke and Boonville give him the edge. Just as it is with the big guns fighting for the overall point titles, it’s all about consistency in ROTY action.

What should be noted here is that Mike George has already landed on the podium, with an impressive second place run in Pro Open at Burke Mountain.

For a rookie to hit the box his first time out is indeed spectacular, and we expect more solid runs like that from these talented first-year Pro riders. Ackerman hasn’t finished outside the top 10 in six starts, a real testament to his immense skills. As the season rolls on, it’s clear these three athletes are going to battle right down to the wire at Titus Mountain to earn the coveted ECS ROTY crown.

Farmington Race is Postponed: The entire ISOC and ECS race in Farmington NY scheduled for Feb 3rd and 4th has been postponed. A future date has been announced for February 24-25. Click on provided link to ISOC Press Release.

Awards Banquet to Follow Sunday Racing

CHESHIRE, Conn. (Jan. 19, 2012) — When Hurricane Irene tore her way across New England last September, one of the most hard-hit areas was southern Vermont. Those who follow the news, especially those of us born in Vermont — watched in horror as national news showed the extensive damage and talked about supplies having to be flown into remote areas like Killington, Vermont.

With those memories still fresh on the minds of many, it is with sadness yet a complete understanding that officials at East Coast Snocross (ECS) announce a new site for their 2012 season finale.

Read more: Season Finale Moved to Titus Mtn in Malone

We just confirmed with Mike Kloety at Arctic Cat Race dept that he will upgrade the CDI box for the 8-10 500cc Class.  He is still testing whether it will be 6500, 6600, or 6700 RPM.   Please send the CDI box with a Postage Paid Return Label and they will be re-programmed and sent back the same day:

Attn: Mike or Al
Arctic Cat Race Department
17442 US HWY 59 NE
Thief River Falls, MN 56701

 Tel: 218-681-9885