AMA Selects Sexton, Tomac & Deegan as Team USA for 2025 Motocross of Nations
October showdown returns to Indiana’s Ironman Raceway
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has officially announced the Team USA trio for the 2025 FIM Monster Energy Motocross of Nations (MXoN): Eli Tomac, Chase Sexton, and Haiden Deegan will proudly fly the Stars and Stripes as the competition shifts to U.S. soil at Ironman Raceway in Crawfordsville, Indiana, scheduled for October 3–5, 2025 .
Team Lineup & Championship Pedigree
- Eli Tomac
A veteran of the event, Tomac marks his sixth MXoN appearance, bringing a legacy of international excellence. He’s a two-time 450cc Supercross champion (2020, 2022) and four-time Pro Motocross champion (2017, 2018, 2019, 2022) . - Chase Sexton
The 2023 450SX and 2024 Pro Motocross 450 Champion returns to the team, eager to add to his championship haul. Sexton was part of the last Team USA victory in 2022 and will represent his country once again on home terrain . - Haiden Deegan
The rising star and reigning 250SX West and 250cc Pro Motocross Champion steps onto the global stage for the first time. His selection marks his MXoN debut, taking on the MX2 duties for Team USA .
Leadership Shift: Pelletier Takes the Helm
The 2025 team marks the end of an era as Roger De Coster, the Hall of Fame team manager who guided the U.S. to a record-setting 25 MXoN victories, retires . Filling his shoes is Mike Pelletier, the AMA Director of Racing. “To serve as team manager … is an honor of a lifetime,” Pelletier said, adding that the team “already proven their championship-winning pedigrees” and looks forward to defending home turf .
Home Advantage & Rider Reactions
The event’s return to Indiana adds significant hype. For Sexton, whose hometown lies nearby, it’s especially meaningful. “It’s extra special for me … I can’t wait to race in front of many hometown fans,” he shared .
Tomac remains ever-motivated: “It’s going to be great to be on home turf,” he said, confident in the team’s speed at Ironman Raceway .
For Deegan, the opportunity is one he’s been eagerly awaiting: “I’m stoked to finally be healthy enough to go race for my country and bring that trophy home where it belongs,” he stated .
Event and Historical Context
Often dubbed the “Olympics of Motocross,” the FIM Motocross of Nations is the premier global motocross event, where nations compete for supremacy through combined team effort . The last time Team USA lifted the chamberlain trophy on home soil was in 2022 at RedBud, the same triumvirate—Tomac and Sexton—formed the backbone of that victory .
In 2024, aboard UK soil at Matterley Basin, Team USA, comprised of Tomac, Aaron Plessinger, and Cooper Webb, delivered a valiant second-place finish—just three points shy of the title, edged out by Team Australia .
Venue & Fan Experience
Ironman Raceway, nestled in Crawfordsville, Indiana, will once again host the event. The facility, originally rooted in GNCC racing, expanded to include a motocross track in 2014 and has since hosted numerous premier races .
Fans can look forward to a full weekend of racing action as well as opportunities to experience the event up-close, including camping, VIP packages, and surrounding local hospitality .
What Lies Ahead
With a high-caliber trio blending seasoned champions and fresh talent, under the leadership of an experienced new manager, Team USA’s 2025 MXoN campaign promises to be electrifying. Racing on home ground adds a layer of urgency and pride, and tickets are already available via MXonUSA.com .
All eyes are on Ironman Raceway this October as the United States aims to reclaim the coveted MXoN trophy—and in front of their home crowd.
This announcement caps a compelling narrative of transition, legacy, and national pride. Let me know if you’d like insights into each rider’s recent form or Team USA’s historical MXoN highlights!
