Hunter Yoder earns ClubMX contract extension before turning a single lap

In a move that underscores unwavering belief and long-term vision, ClubMX Yamaha has already signed Hunter Yoder to a two-year contract extension, before he has even lined up for his first gate drop with the team. Words: Mike Bonacci of ClubMX

Yes, before one lap. Before one start. Before the season officially begins.

This unprecedented decision sends a clear message throughout the motocross industry: ClubMX isn't just investing in race results, they're investing in an entire performance ecosystem built for long-term success. This and more will be fully documented on the team's new YouTube series starting on Friday at 12 pm EST @clubmx. For a complete inside look at how the team operates going into the race weekend, this cutting-edge program will give a new look into the sport.

"Honestly, it means everything to me," said Yoder. "To have a team believe in me this much—before I've even raced for them—is something I don't take lightly. The environment at ClubMX is unreal. Everything here is set up to help you grow, not just as a rider, but as a professional."

Belief Before Results

In a sport where contracts are often dictated by immediate results, ClubMX has taken a rare approach, choosing trust, culture, and long-term vision over short-term evaluation.

Extending Hunter Yoder before he turns a competitive lap is almost unheard of. But inside the gates at ClubMX, the decision feels simple.

For General Manager Daniel Blair, the extension reflects a belief not just in Yoder but in the direction of the program itself.

"This decision is about more than lap times," said Blair. "It's about the environment we've built and where we're going. We see Hunter thriving in this system long-term. When you combine the right rider with the right culture and the right resources, you don't wait, you commit."

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