Published October 20, 2025 by Michael Le Pard , Editor‑in‑Chief
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Dalton Shirey made a welcome return to action at Round 9 of the 2025 AMA National Hare and Hound Championship in Lucerne Valley, California, on Sunday, powering to a third-place result in the Pro Class.
The three-time series champion Shirey had been absent from this year’s series since finishing fourth at the second round, but was able to quickly regain front-running form onboard his Husqvarna FX 450 this weekend.
A slow start had the 27-year-old playing catch-up during the early segment of the two-loop race, with Shirey climbing from P5 on the opening lap to claim a solid third-place result by race’s end when the checkered flag flew.
“I didn’t get the greatest of starts today – I was in the dust, which made it a challenge to see,” reflected Shirey. “I had a fall as well, that cost me a bit of time, and having been off for as long as I have been, my fitness wasn’t exactly where I would like it to have been. I just need a bit more time and some more racing under my belt, but it’s good to see that my speed is still super-strong. A big thank you to my team for standing behind me through the injuries.”
Pro Class Results
1. Zane Roberts, Beta
2. Dante Oliveira, KTM
3. Dalton Shirey, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing
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