Name: Blake O’Hare
AAWF Class(es): AX Novice Lights and College Boy
Date of Birth: 11-15-90
City, State: Muleshoe, Texas
"Nickname" on the track if applicable:

 

Have you raced in the US Open before? If so, what was it like? If no, what do you expect? No-but I expect a crazy experience. They are always good for you.

 Is this your first time to Vegas? Yes-yes.

 What are you doing to get ready for Las Vegas? Riding in every AX I can, staying healthy, and training. I just got back from a big AX in New Hampshire. Long ways from Muleshoe, TX.

 What is more exciting last day of school or racing in Las Vegas? Racing…Racing days are better than any days - ever. A bad day of racing is better than any good day at school.

 What got you to the Amateur Arenacross World Finals? Won the South Region in AX Novice Lights and runner-up in the College Boy. Also, my Lord and Savior Jesus Chris t-He continually blesses my socks off!

 What is favorite thing to do at the race? Walking a new track, studying other racers’ techniques, meeting new people, and traveling with Kolt Jarrett and his family.

 What are you most looking forward to doing in Vegas? Racing, watching the pros, and hitting up a Starbucks. The closest Starbucks is 100 miles from home.

 Who is going to Las Vegas with you? Dad-Mike, Mom-Patty, Brother-Chance, and Grandparents

 Did either of your parents or siblings race? My brother-Chance

 Do they give you advice? Everyone gives me advice and encourages me.

 Do you have a good luck charm? Book - The 33 Strategies of War

 How did you come up with your number on your bike? 98-Named it after our huge 4-wheel drive-425 horse power-New Holland/Versatile tractor---9884---We call it The Ninety Eight. It is kind of a monster tractor.

 What part of the Supercross track are you MOST looking forward to? Finish Line Jump

 What part of the Supercross track are you LEAST looking forward to? Smooshy-Uneven Whoops

 What is your MOST memorable moment of the Arenacross season? Going to Kansas City, MO for my very first Toyota AX. My dad’s family lives in that area, and I hadn’t seen them since I was 3. I took first in both of my races and it was fun to take those victories in front of the O’Hare clan.

 What interests or hobbies do you have outside of motocross? CX Debate, Rock Band, and Farming

 Who is your favorite rider? Reed-doesn’t matter what bike he’s on, he is the smoothest, smartest rider out there.

 Which riders do you hope to see in Las Vegas? Of course Chad Reed and I hope Kevin Johnson makes it to the podium…He always has something important to say.

 Any additional comments or shout-outs? Gracias to my dad, mom, and bro-O’Hare Farms! Friends/Racers-TJ Serna and Steven Gross! Keith Johnson and Bobby J’s Yamaha, Albuquerque, NM!