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The motorcycle racing community received an update via a MotoAmerica press release on March 18, 2026: Utah SuperBike will stage three qualifying rounds for the 2026 Mission Mini Cup at Burt Brothers Motorpark in Tooele, Utah. These local events give riders from Utah and neighboring states more chances to earn a one-time, 10-point bonus that will be applied to the standings used to determine the finishing order at the National Final. The announcement reinforces MotoAmerica’s investment in grassroots development and helps families plan travel and preparation ahead of the summer finale.
Organizers confirmed the three qualifier dates — May 30, June 20 and July 11 — which expand the region’s opportunities to engage with the series and to sharpen racecraft on the same circuit where many young riders first learn race-day routines. MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland praised Utah SuperBike’s commitment, while Utah SuperBike vice president Jeff Taylor emphasized the organization’s pride in supporting youth racing. The qualifiers are part of a broader national qualifier calendar whose results feed into the season-climaxing Mission Mini Cup National Final.
Dates and venue details
The three Utah rounds will take place at Burt Brothers Motorpark, a facility known in the regional paddock for its youth-friendly layout and spectator access. Each qualifier awards the same 10-point bonus to entrants regardless of how many qualifier events they attend, so a rider can secure that advantage with a single appearance. The points are intended to be added to competitors’ totals when MotoAmerica calculates the final standings for the National Final, which is scheduled for August 7-9 at Road America’s Briggs & Stratton Motorplex. Families aiming for the National Final should note the new dates to maximize their scheduling flexibility.
Classes and what they mean for development
The Mission Mini Cup program targets riders aged 6 to 16 and organizes competition into five classes designed to match age and machine capability. The structure creates a clear pathway as young racers progress through steps that balance safety and competitive challenge. As the official youth ladder of MotoAmerica, the program doubles as a talent pipeline and a training ground where basic racecraft, bike setup, and race-day strategy are learned in a national framework that mirrors higher levels of the sport.
Class breakdown
The five official classes are: Stock 50 (ages 6-8), Stock 110 (ages 8-12), GP 110 (ages 10-14), GP 160 (ages 10-14), and GP 190 (ages 12-16). Each class groups competitors by age and machine specifications so that newcomers can gain confidence and experienced juniors can sharpen skills against similarly matched rivals. For many riders, the Mission Mini Cup serves as an early competitive resume item — a place where podiums and consistent results can catch the eye of teams and academies.
Bonus points and the National Final
A single, one-time 10-point bonus is available to participants at any Mission Mini Cup qualifier in 2026; the bonus applies regardless of how many qualifiers a rider attends. MotoAmerica will include those points when tabulating results for the National Final, making a single qualifier appearance potentially influential in close championship battles. The National Final itself will crown champions in each class and act as a showcase, with top performers often progressing to higher-level development programs or international opportunities.
Support, broadcast and next steps
Manufacturer backing returns this year to bolster the lower-displacement Stock classes: Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha provide contingency support for Stock 50 and Stock 110, adding value for families and teams competing through the season. MotoAmerica also offers exposure: the Mission Mini Cup National Final will be available on MotoAmerica Live+, giving riders a platform to be seen by a wider audience. For more information on the Utah-hosted qualifiers, visit utahsbk.com, and for a full list of qualifier locations consult motoamerica.com/qualifier-events.