News

May 6th, 2008 - Race Report has been posted for Week #1

May 5th, 2008 - 100 pictures from Sundays race now posted in "Weekly Photos" Section.

May 4th, 2008 - Todays racing was a great success. Unfortunately my PC crashed and I am using alternate means to edit this web site. I hope to have pictures posted by tomorrow night

April 28th, 2008 - There will be a final Work-Night on Thursday Evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the track to fine tune the facility for Opening Day. All help is welcomed.

APRIL 22nd, 2008 - The second OPEN HOUSE night wll be Thursday and the last one on Friday. Friday will feature free gate practice from 6:00 to 7:45

April 21st, 2008 - Let the games begin. We just set a record as 16,390 Open House Flyers and posters went out to 53 different schools in the area. Congratulations to Committee Chairperson Pat Borla and her fine staff of committee members. You have really set the bar high this year. We are very proud of you folks.

April 20th, 2008 - Track was rolled today with a very heavy duty vibrating roller and is now race ready. The sound system was tested and the new gate sytem as well. Three consecutive Open House nights this week starting with Wednesday night. All three will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Find out how easy it is to race your bike this year.

April 17th, 2008 - Next work day is this Sunday. We have a large Roller coming and need rakers and people for the final fine tuning of the track. We will be there from 7:00 a.m. until late morning probably. Please help if you can.

April 6th, 2008 - Nearly 30 people were working at the track today, coupled with two machines equates to a ride-able track. As the days get warmer and hopefully a little more sunshine, it will continue to harden up. A big thanks to the oversized crew helping out today.

April 4th, 2007 - The work day scheduled for tomorrow (Saturday) is now scheduled for Sunday due to wet conditions. If the rain stops on Saturday there may be people there raking the infield or working in the building.

March 24th, 2008 - CHANGE IN PLANS for the work day. Because of the Northeast Regional at Egg Harbor Township New Jersey on the 12th and 13th, The date for the Work Day has been changed to Saturday April 5th starting at 7:00. Please come out and help. We will be there most of the day.

March 24th, 2008 - There is a Track Work Day planned for Saturday April 12th. The intent is to get the track into race ready condition with a small bucket loader and a small roller being there. The more people who are there the quicker it will get done. Before that, if anyone would like to get there and rake the millions of leaves out of the infield, please feel free to do so.

March 13th, 2008 - We are proud to announce that the Bikers Edge has signed on to sponsor the popular Ultimate Warrior Pro-Am Challenge Series. Details are included here.

March 8th, 2008 - The Kitchen has agreed to be the Foothills Food Vendor for the 2008 season. You can visit "The Kitchen" daily in the center of Burlington for Breakfast, Lunch and even Dinner plus all of your deli needs. Look for some fresh food with some fresh ideas at the track this summer.

March 7th, 2008 - Cool link to a video that NBC sports put together

February 25th, 2008 - We are in the process of looking for a food vendor to be at the track on a weekly basis. If you know of anyone, or have suggestions, please have them contact Roger at (860) 485-9636

February 15th, 2008 - Not really related to Foothills BMX but then again it is. This is a video done by Access Hollywood about Tara Llanes. Tara is a BMXer and more recently, a Mountain Bike Racer. The day before the Grands, she was racing Jill Kitner in Colorado and suffered a horrendous crash and is paralyzed. (Jill Has been to Foothills a number of times). Tara will never give up. If you watch this video and are not moved, you are not human. Tara (whom I've met many times in her BMX days) is now 31 years old. The Video aired on December 26. Her drive and determination should make all of our own petty troubles seem small. I hope your inspired from it.

February 11th, 2008 - This past weekend the NBL held its annual Competition Congress in Dublin Ohio. Foothlls recieved its 6th consecutive award for having the highest average rider count per race, in the NBL. Thanks to all the racers, and their families, for coming out and supporting the program that we have in Torrington.

February 6th, 2008 - Yesterday, The Litchfield County BMX Group Inc. and Tommy's Bicycle and Fitness, signed a contract that solidifies the popular Torrington based buisness as our "Title Sponsor" for the 2008 season. Tommy's is under new ownership and new management this year and we are excited about this "partnership" and look forward even more of a "Tommy's presence" at the track all season long. Many thanks to this civic minded business for their continued support.

February 4th, 2008 - The 2008 Rider Sponsorship Forms are now available. See the PDF link in the lower LH corner of the page.

January 30th, 2008 - The 2008 Schedule is now released. Check it often for additional events throughout the year.

January 19, 2008 - As the 2008 Schedule begins to be developed, we are happy to anounce that one of the top National Teams in the country will be conducting a clinic after the July 6th race. Riders from INTENSE / BIZZARRO / JRA will conduct a two hour clinic. Details will follow soon. This is not one to be missed!

January 11, 2008 - All the Main Events from the NBL Christmas Classic and the UCI Pro Spectacular races have been posted at the GO211.com web site.

January 4th, 2008 - We are in receipt of a check from the Rotary Club of Torrington that covers the cost of our new gate control electronics box with the new "random start candence" and the new starting light stand. We are so fortunate to have this type of backing from community minded organizations such as the Rotary Club of Torrington. We thank them on behalf of all of the riders who will enjoy this state of the art equipment.

January 1st - 2008 - Congratulations to the Riders who went to the President's Cup Race in Ohio. Even though Connecticut did not place in the top 15, We hope it was a fun trip.

December 23rd - 2007 - Presidents Cup information posted here. If you are going, click the button below for important announcements:

If you are not going, some of the racing action is going to be web cast. For more info, click the button below:

December 6th - 2007 With sadness we announce the passing of 35 year old Joe Desandre. Joe leaves behind a 5yr old son, Evan, who also is a BMX racer. Click Here

December 5th - 2007 Jayna Roy named Sportsperson of the year. See the front page of this web site for details.

November 16th - 2007 At last nights Annual meeting our election of officers culminated in a full slate of Officers for the 2008 season. Congratulations to everyone and thank you for comitting your time in our common goals and objectives. For a complete listing of our staff, CLICK HERE

November 14th - 2007 - From the Nutmeg BMX State Association, the invitations to the year end banquet, to be held at the Aqua Turf on December 2nd, have been sent out. If your raced the State Championship race and have not received your invitation by November 22nd please contact our dtate commissioner at ctbmx1@yahoo.com as soon as possible.

November 9th - 2007 A new Tara Automatic Gate Control and Light system was ordered from the cartessa Corporation today. This will promote the NBL's new "Random Cadence" gate drop and will be in use for the entire 2008 season.

October 7th - 2007 A great day for the outing and also a great turnout. 227 people is awesome for a year end party. Thanks to everyone for the wonderful memories of the 2007 season. Opening day is May 4th, 2008. It will be here before you know it.

October 1st - 2007 Just posted a few shots of Woodward. CLICK HERE

October 1st - 2007 Just learned that Robert Marcantonio, winning his Main event at Camp Woodward on Sunday, also has earned his Novice ranking. Congrats to "Rapid Robert".

September 29th - 2007 I'm back from the Supercross National at Camp Woodward and will post a bunch of pictures (approx 100) by Wednesday. Congratulations to Novice rider Austin Cyr on his Main event win today, his last ever as a Rookie! Condolences to Kobe Covington on his broken collarbone. An unbelievable picture taken .2 seconds before the break will be included in the posting.

September 28th - 2007 - Just another reminder about the outing. Even if you are going free, we need to know how many are coming. Please call Pat Borla at 485 - 0329. This includes staff members.

September 27th, 2007 - Don't forget to get your outing invitation RSVP's in ASAP. The final count will be going to the caterers very soon. For information call Pat Borla at 485-0329

September 11th, 2007 - Outing information is posted on the front page of this web site.

September 5th, 2007 - Tomorrow night, Thursday, I will be at the track with all unclaimed Picture-Plaques, for those who can pick them up and Stile Industries "Goodie-Bags" for those who were at their clinic.

September 4th, 2007 - Grands update..Connecticut had 58 entries this year. Making their mains were Kaine-Dog Murphy-6th; Alysha Olson-8th; Mackenzie Atchison-5th; Devin Murphy-6th; Katie Edgar-8th; Christy Kestler-5th; Zack Oneil-8th in CR; Austin Vincent-2nd in CR; Mike Campbell-3rd in CR; Tracy Crossen-3rd in CR; Gina Laymen-8th in CR. Allen Currier won Jr Men. In Novice classes Alex Keuhn-6th; Chris Pannullo-7th; Zack Ritchie-7th; Tom Keuhn-4th and John Falis won! Out of 16 Experts only Austin Vincent made his main and finished 3rd.

September 4th, 2007 - I returned from Louisville with the "Goodie Bags" for the Stile Industries Clinic held in August at the track. They contain a Stile number plate. Please contact me through this web site for pick-up arrangements.

September 3rd, 2007 - Austin Vincent, is the new 10 yr old expert National Champion. See the front page of this web site for details. Pictures from the Grands have been posted. CLICK HERE

August 30th, 2007 - Final Points have been posted. CLICK HERE

August 28th, 2007 - Sundays race report posted at 6:25 a.m. CLICK HERE

August 27th, 2007 - Last of the free clinics tonight at the track. Registration from 5:30 with clinic at 6:00 FREE FREE FREE

August 26th, 2007 - 112 Pictures from todays races posted at 8:12 p.m. CLICK HERE. Don't forget the free clinic tomorrow night at 6:00 p.m.

August 25th, 2007 - The Track Points have been updated thru the 8-19-07 race. CLICK HERE

Aug 20th, 2007 - The clinic scheduled for tonight has been cancelled due to the untimely passing of a person close to the track. The clinic will be held next Monday evening. Yesterdays race report posted at 9:10 p.m. Click Here.

Aug 19th, 2007 - A great race today. 131 pictures posted at 9:11 p.m. Click Here.

Aug 13th, 2007 - Yesterday's race report posted at 5:47 a.m. Click Here. Points have been updated to include Sunday's Race. Click Here.

Aug 12th, 2007 - Today's photos posted at 8:47 p.m. Click Here. Also added a link to last years photos. Click Here. I'll try to get a race repot written by tomorrow evening. Thanks for a fun day in the sun.

Aug 8th, 2007 - Track points have been updated through Sunday's race. Click Here. PLEASE REMEMBER, you need to get 10 races in to qualify for a year end award. We have many riders with 7 as of today. They must race the next three weeks to make it.

Aug 7th, 2007 - Sunday's race report posted at 5:00 p.m.
Click Here

Aug 5th, 2007 - Todays pictures posted at 8:20 p.m. Click Here

Aug 1st, 2007 - Points have been updated through the July 29th race. Click Here. Please don't hesitate to report any disputed points to the email in the "Contact Us" area of this web site.

July 31st, 2007 - The photos from last nights Stile Industries Clinic posted at 5:00 a.m. Click Here

July 30th, 2007 - The report for yesterday's race posted at 11:00 a.m. this morning. Click Here. Tonights Stile Industries Clinic is still on as of 11:00 a.m.

July 29th, 2007 - Todays pictures are posted as of 8:10 p.m. Click Here

July 29th, 2007 - As of 7:00 a.m. todays race is ON! Hopefully the rain will begin after the last main event. Cya there

July 23rd, 2007 - Track points through yesterdays race are now posted. Click Here. Any dispute please email us at this web site.

July 23rd, 2007 - Yesterdays race report posted at 6:34 a.m. Click Here. Rider of the week posted at 7:14 a.m. Click Here. Warrior Series points updated at 7:51 a.m. Click Here

July 22nd, 2007 - Todays pictures posted at 9:05 p.m. Click Here

July 16th, 2007 - Race Report added at 9:00 p.m. Click Here. Added info on Stile Industries Clinic. Click here

July 15th, 2007 - Todays Pictures posted at 8:50 p.m. Click Here

July 8th, 2007 - Todays pictures posted at 8:45 p.m. Click Here

July 3rd, 2007 - Click Here for updated points through the July 1st race. Check out the pictures from the first two days of our BMX camp in the weekly photos section of this web site.

July 1st, 2007 - Todays Pictures posted at 8:40 p.m. Thanks to Steve Kalivas for taking today's pictures

June 30th, 2007 - Normally this site is dedicated to Foothills News only but, here are the current State Team standings through Meriden's Double Pointer. Click Here

June 29th, 2007 - Points through last weeks race are now posted. Click Here.

June 24th, 2007 - Today's pictures are posted as of 8:30 p.m. The race report probably wont be posted before Tuesday evening. Warrior points have been updated. Watch for updated Foothills BMX points towards the end of the week.

June 23rd, 2007 - Bob Warnicke Scholarship Race tomorrow. $10 for points and trophy or $8 for points only. Track will donate $5 per rider to the Scholarship fund. If your chasing NBL Regional Points this is worth Quadruple points. (Single track points).

June 18th, 2007 - Nice Clinic tonight with about 40 participants. 2007 points are now posted. Click here.

June 17, 2007 - Posted todays pictures at 8:50 p.m. Five new riders today bringing our 2007 total to 74. Click here for a complete listing. Don't forget the free clinic tomorrow night.

June 10, 2007 - As of 7:00 a.m. this morning, it is raining moderately however, the weather forecast is for rain early this morning and then partial clearing for this afternoon. Track should be in great shape if that happens and we anticipate race will go on as planned. Gate drop at 1:30 p.m.

June 6th, 2007 - Camp details have been finalized. See front page or click here

June 4th, 2007 - Yesterday's race write-up posted at 9:30 p.m. 23 riders made tonights clinic.

June 4th, 2007 - Tonight's free rider clinic is still ON!

June 4th, 2007 - A great day yesterday with 260 riders in 65 motos. Race photos posted this morning at 7:45. Race report by Tuesday morning. Clinic still scheduled for tonight.

May 28. 2007 - Race Report posted at 11:15 a.m. today.

May 27, 2007 - Over 100 pictures of today's racing action posted at 9:00 p.m. tonight. Story to follow tomorrow.

May 22, 2007 - A great turnout (41 riders) for the free clinic last night. Almost all had a fun time and learned some finer points of BMX racing. Unfortunately, there was an incident where Josh Wedge fell and suffered an arm injury. We will all learn by this and put an idea in place at the next one that is designed to prevent a reoccurance of any similar incident.

May 21, 2007 - Nice race yesterday with 202 riders. 96 pictures posted this morning and a race report by tomorrow morning. Click Here. An update on Steve Oldham, I spoke with him last night after he was released from the hospital. No broken bones, but some torn muscles in his back. Very lucky indeed.

May 20, 2007 - A "Few Showers" are in this mornings forecast but looks better for this afternoon. We hope to get this on in.

May 16, 2007 - Check out our list of sponsored riders as its really growing. These sponsors have paid for their riders entire season in advance. Please support them if you can. Click Here.

May 14, 2007 - Well, that was more like it. After falling on our face last week, it was a perfect on-time start this week. Cograts to everyone working together in the Reg building for getting us back on track. Nearly 100 pictures posted from yesterday's racing. Click Here.A story will be posted by Tuesday Morning.

May 10, 2007 - Added a listing of the 40 new riders that have joined us so far this year. Click Here

May 7, 2007 - Great turnout for our first of the Monday night clinic series. 32 NBL members and 6 potential members were there for some fun and 1.5 hours of instruction. Thanks to Pat Maher and his crew for their great tutoring.

May 7, 2007 - Well, that was an experience! From short tempered non-volunteers to experiencing the frustrations of a new race program, the ambiance of a wonderful Opening Day were lost for most of the staff members, some of who were there from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thanks to the parents and riders who displayed their patience and understanding as we struggled throughout the day. We will be meeting tonight to work on improving our processes and understanding of the new program. Pictures of yesterdays action are now posted in the "Weekly Photos" section. A race-recap story will follow by Tuesday morning.

May 5, 2007 - Thanks to Erik Maher for picking up the rented 1/2 ton roller today. The track is about as good as its ever been and definately in the best shape ever for Opening Day. Let the fun begin!

May 4, 2007 - With over 50 riders at last nights gate practice, we will probably do this agin in the near future. Free Clinics start this Monday and will be every other Monday throughout the season. CLICK HERE for schedule.

May 3, 2007 - GATE PRACTICE TONIGHT from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Full NBL gear is required.

April 22, 2007 - The scheduled meeting of NUTMEG BMX, for tomorrow night has been cancelled.

April 22, 2007 - Thanks to Tom and Michelle Pannullo, Rob and Owen Giese, Paul Faulkner, Pat Borla, Jen Fox, Gail Parente, Ben Atchison and Sue Bakunis for helping out at the track today. The gate and sound systems are all thats left to do and will be tested this week.

April 21, 2007 - Thanks to Erik and Lane Maher, Garrett Yanosky, Tom Pannullo and Paul Faulkner for working so hard today to get the track in race-ready condition. It is now ready to go.

April 16, 2007 - Thanks to Erik, Hope, Jill and Lane Maher, along with Garrick Yanosky for helping at the track on Saturday

APRIIL 10, 2007 - Thanks to Fred Roy for helping at the track tonight.

APRIL 9, 2007 - Thanks to Sarah, Charlie, MaryJean and Jimmy Buonocore as well as Fred Roy and Jeffrey Beyus for helping out at the track today.

April 6, 2007 - Dates that Roger will be at the track are shown on the front page of this web site and are updated numerous times per week. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

March 23rd, 2007 - Information on the Stile Industries Clinic is now posted. Click here.

March 20th, 2007 - A couple of special events have been added to our schedule. See schedule page for the dates of a BMX Camp and Stile Industries Clinic. Details will follow.

March 10th, 2007 - The 2007 Rider Sponsorship Forms have been posted. Click here or on navigation bar.

March 4th, 2007 - Good news on some of our "Inner Programs" for 2007. There will be a Weekend Warrior Series", we will be having a four day BMX Camp and our Monday night clinics twice a month will continue with Patrick Maher as chief instructor. Details will be posted as these programs become better defined.

February 12th, 2007 - It's now official, Foothills BMX has won its 5th consecutive award for having the highest per-race average in the NBL with 190 riders for the 2006 season. Yet another tribute to the efforts of our staff and the support of our customers. Thank you all for doing what you do. See you in May.

January 23rd, 2007 - The 2007 Schedule has just been posted. More "Special Events" may be added so check back periodically for updates.

January 12th, 2007 - Today, Erwin Atchison of RC Hobbies and More, has agreed to return in 2007 as our Race-Day vendor and will be at the track every Sunday. This is also great news as not only is the track being well supported by Bike shops and parts distributors, but the consumers also have the best of both worlds. Thank you RC Hobbies and More, based in near-by Winsted.

January 9th, 2007 - Today, a contractual agreement was signed by myself, as president of the Litchfield County BMX Group, Inc. and Jim Burton, owner of the Torrington based Tommy's Bicycle & Fitness. Tommy's will be our title series sponsor for the 2007 season which will now be known as "The Tommy's Bicycle & Fitness Weekly Racing Series at Foothills BMX."
Again, this is very exciting news and will allow us to continue with our choice to allow all qualified riders to attend our awards outing free of any admission charges.
In addition, there are many side issues associated with this partnership which will become visible as we move forward. It's a case where everyone wins!
Our sincere thanks goes out to Jim Burton for stepping up.
A huge Thank-You goes out to Prudential Financial for their past involvement and setting the standard for a series sponsorship. As is the case with all of our advertisers, both past and present, your stones in our "FOUNDATION OF TEAMWORK" is and has been, a major contributor in the successful building of our programs.