Loretta Lynn’s North Central Regional Qualifier – Friday Practice
Get your bikes ready and your engines warmed up — the Loretta Lynn’s North Central Regional Qualifier Friday Practice is coming to Archview MX Park in East St. Louis, IL on June 26, 2026! This is your golden opportunity to get a feel for the track before the competitive action heats up, all as part of one of the most prestigious amateur motocross qualifier circuits in the country. Whether you’re a seasoned racer chasing a ticket to the national stage or a up-and-coming rider looking to sharpen your skills, this Friday practice session is the perfect way to start your qualifier weekend on the right foot.
Archview MX Park opens its gates bright and early at 5AM, giving riders and their crews plenty of time to unload, set up, and get acclimated to the facility before registration kicks off at 8AM. Practice itself gets underway at 10AM, so there’s no rush — just a smooth, well-organized morning that lets you focus on what matters most: putting in quality laps. The gates remain open until 11PM, giving teams ample time to wrench, regroup, and prep for the days ahead. Friday Practice fees are $50 when registered online or $55 for in-person registration, and gate admission is $45 per person — a worthwhile investment for the experience and track time you’ll gain.
Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Motocross Championship is widely regarded as the pinnacle of amateur motorcycle racing in the United States, and regional qualifiers like this one are where championship dreams begin. Competing — or even simply practicing — on a qualifier track gives riders invaluable experience riding under real race-weekend conditions, helping them understand their bike’s setup, identify areas for improvement, and build the mental confidence needed to perform when the pressure is on. The Friday practice session is specifically designed to let riders dial things in before qualifying gets serious.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event at Archview MX Park on June 26, 2026. Whether you’re there to scout the competition, support a rider, or lay down the fastest laps of your career, this is a motocross experience you won’t want to sit out. Mark your calendar, register online to save on practice fees, and come ready to ride!
Archview Mx Park
5100 St Clair Ave, East St Louis, IL, 62203
