Laurette Nicoll and Griff Allen to co-host 2010 AMA Racing Championship Banquet, presented by World of Powersports PICKERINGTON, Ohio — Two well-known motorsports announcers, Laurette Nicoll and Griff Allen, are teaming up to emcee the 2010 AMA Racing Championship Banquet, presented by World of Powersports, at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, Nev., on Saturday, Nov. 20. Both Allen and Nicoll have hosted the annual event in the past, and in 2010 they will combine their talents for the afternoon gala celebration of the year’s finest amateur racers. “I’m honored to again have the opportunity to share the stage with so many tremendous and fearless AMA Racing athletes,” said Nicoll, an amateur racer herself whose announcing credits include AMA Endurocross, AMA Pro Racing Supermoto, AMA Mini Moto SX, and the Winter and Summer X Games. “The AMA puts together an amazing show to celebrate our up-and-coming riders, and also some of the best-known racers to ever throw a leg over a motorcycle,” said Nicoll. “To gather so many generations and genres together in one room is pure magic.” Allen is perhaps best known for his regular appearances on ESPN2 as host, pit reporter and expert analyst and as a live commentator for many events, including AMA Superbike races and most recently, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. “The most engaging, exciting and motivating of stories come from the world of motorcycle racing,” Allen said. “2010 banquet attendees can expect to be engaged, excited and motivated like never before. I am honored to work with Laurette to communicate a valuable and enriching experience on behalf of the AMA.” AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman was also enthusiastic about the upcoming event. “Both Laurette and Griff are accomplished and well-respected professionals within the motorcycling community — and beyond,” he said. “We consider it a real privilege to have two such talented individuals on stage as we salute our superlative athletes.” The AMA Racing Championship Banquet, presented by World of Powersports, is just part of a celebratory weekend that kicks off with the 2010 induction ceremony for the Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Friday, Nov. 19. The weekend also includes the 2010 Motorcycle Hall of Fame Concours d’Elegance on Saturday, Nov. 20, featuring some of the country’s most impressive original and restored classic motorcycles. Tickets to the AMA Racing Championship Banquet, presented by World of Powersports, are $69 per person and include a meal. Tickets to the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony are $89. Special packages are also available. In addition, guests at either or both banquets receive a special Red Rock room rate of just $90, a $150 discount off the normal rate. Banquet tickets, reservations and additional event information can be found at AmericanMotorcyclist.com/LegendsandChampions. About the American Motorcyclist Association Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through its support of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. For more information, please visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.