In honor of the 30th year of Team Green, Kawasaki created a short film to showcase what the legacy of Team Green has meant to the racers of today. The film highlights Team Green riders Adam Cianciarulo, Stilez Robertson, Darian Sanayei, Destry Abbott, Justin Soule, and Chad George.
The film is now on iTunes and can be found by either typing in “grassroots, kawasaki” in the search bar or you can also click here for a direct link to the Kawasaki page of iTunes.
2011 marks the incredible achievement of a successful 30 years of Kawasaki’s Team Green program. Whether it’s helping fuel the dreams of young dirt bike riders becoming professional champions, supporting the professional off-road rider in quest for the podium, or adapting to new forms of racing such as side-by-side competition, Team Green has been there for its racers year in and year out to support big dreams in all shapes and sizes.
To celebrate the great accomplishments of the one-of-a-kind program, Kawasaki will premiere a short film during the Thursday night festivities at the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships at Loretta Lynn’s. Check out a sneak peek of the film today.
About Kawasaki Team Green
Kawasaki Team Green™, established in 1981, is Kawasaki’s renowned amateur race support program dedicated to nurturing and developing emerging talent in motocross and off-road racing. Over the years, it has been instrumental in the careers of numerous top supercross and motocross stars, including former alumni and current Monster Energy® Kawasaki factory 450 class riders Adam Cianciarulo and Jason Anderson, as well as Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team 250 class riders Austin Forkner and Seth Hammaker. The program’s commitment to providing on-site race support and fostering young racers has solidified its status as a dominant force in the amateur racing scene.
In addition to its focus on motocross, Team Green has also made significant strides in off-road racing disciplines. Notably, in 1987, Team Green expanded into the off-road racing world, achieving success in events like the SCORE Baja 500. Riders such as Larry Roeseler and Ted Hunnicutt Jr. piloted their KX-500 through 500 miles of Mexican desert, securing victories and showcasing Kawasaki’s prowess in diverse racing environments.
Team Green’s legacy is further highlighted by its alumni, who have gone on to achieve remarkable success in professional racing. The program has been a stepping stone for riders who have secured championships and made significant impacts in the racing world, underscoring Kawasaki’s dedication to developing the stars of tomorrow.
