This is what it’s all about. Super Hooligan Racing—thunder, chaos, and pure American horsepower ripping through WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for Race 1 of the Mission Super Hooligan series.
From the drop of the green flag, the energy was electric. James “Ripper” Rispoli snagged pole position after a blistering qualifying session and was lined up at the front of a rowdy grid stacked with top-tier talent: Cory West, Cody Wyman, Andy DiBrino, Travis Wyman, and more. With eight laps on the board, there was no time to waste—and the action lit off immediately.
Early Breakaways & Tight Packs
Cory West, on the number one bike, wasted no time getting out front, showing the form that made him the class of morning practice. But James Rispoli wasn’t about to let him run away. Trading paint in the early corners, Rispoli slipped up the inside out of Turn 3 and never looked back.
Cody Wyman launched hard from row two and fought tooth-and-nail to stay in podium contention, but the pack behind him was relentless. Andy DiBrino, coming off a rough start, began slicing through traffic, hungry to reclaim his position up front.
Back-and-Forth Battles
The middle laps were a masterclass in aggression and strategy. Rispoli and West set the pace, both dipping into the 1:28s—serious lap times on these heavyweight machines. Behind them, Travis Wyman and Andy DiBrino traded places nearly every corner, with Jason Waters lurking just behind, ready to capitalize on any mistake.
DiBrino’s corner speed was undeniable, but the horsepower of the Harleys meant he had to pick his battles wisely. He'd make up time mid-corner, only to lose it on exit to the torque-rich twins. Still, he stayed in the mix, pushing Travis to the limit and making bold passes into the Corkscrew and Rainey Curve.
Final Push to the Line
With two laps to go, Rispoli put in the fastest first sector of the race, leaving nothing on the table. He glanced over his shoulder, saw he had a gap, and began the celebration before even crossing the line—earning his first-ever Super Hooligans victory and backing it up with a pole-to-win performance. A huge moment for the KWR Harley-Davidson rider.
Cory West came home in second, and Cody Wyman rounded out the podium in third. The fight behind was just as thrilling, with DiBrino clawing his way to sixth behind Travis Wyman in fifth and Jason Waters in seventh. Cory Alexander, Hunter Dunham, and Hawk Mazada completed the top ten.
Championship Standings After Race 1
Even with Jake Lewis sidelined due to injury, he still clings to the championship lead—though Cory West is now just four points behind. The battle for third is equally tight, with Travis and Cody Wyman separated by just five points. This championship is heating up, and we’re only getting started.
Race 1 Podium – Mission Super Hooligans at Laguna Seca:
- James Rispoli - KWR Harley-Davidson (First career SHNC win)
- Cory West - Saddlemen
- Cody Wyman - KWR Harley-Davidson
Championship Leaders After Laguna Seca:
- Jake Lewis Still leads despite missing this round
From corner-to-corner chaos to straight-line horsepower wars, Laguna Seca gave us everything Super Hooligans is all about. The championship is wide open, and the next round promises even more throttle-twisting madness.
Stay tuned—this war is just heating up.
Photos by Brian J Nelson
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Race 2 of the Mission Super Hooligans series at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca picked up right where Race 1 left off—with pure intensity from the first drop of the flag. And once again, it was James Rispoli who stole the show with another come-from-behind masterclass to earn his second win of the weekend.
The Start: Chaos and Contact
Off the line, Cory West made an aggressive move from the middle of the grid, launching himself into the lead through Turn 1. But the drama kicked off immediately behind him—teammates Cody Wyman and James Rispoli tangled in Turn 2, forcing both to regroup and charge back through the field.
While Cody's race was compromised, Rispoli somehow kept it upright and began a relentless climb back into contention, despite being caught up in the early incident.
Schultz Surges, Cory Controls
Hayden Schultz took full advantage of the early mayhem, locking onto Cory West’s rear wheel and becoming a real threat up front. Meanwhile, Cory was laser-focused on controlling the pace, calculating every corner, and thinking championship points.
The Arch team also drew attention, continuing development on their new bike with backing from Keanu Reeves and Hollinger Racing. It’s early days, but the energy and support around the program suggest wins are in their future.
The Rispoli Revenge Tour
Despite a rough start, James Rispoli was flying—clocking laps faster than the previous day’s race record, including a stunning 1:28.4, just 0.3s off the all-time track record. He picked off riders one by one, eventually zeroing in on West at the front.
With just a few laps to go, James made his move—ducking under Cory West into Turn 11 and holding the position. Cory didn’t make it easy though, applying pressure all the way to the line. But it wasn’t enough.
Final Lap Firefight
The final lap saw a three-way battle up front, with Hayden Schultz threatening to spoil the party. But Rispoli had built just enough of a gap to keep Cory behind him through the Corkscrew and final turn. West had a little tire slip on the final drive, and Rispoli crossed the line first—taking back-to-back wins at Laguna Seca.
Schultz held strong to claim his first podium finish of the season, a huge confidence boost for the young rider.
Race 2 Top 3 – Mission Super Hooligans at Laguna Seca:
🥇 1st – James Rispoli
🥈 2nd – Cory West
🥉 3rd – Hayden Schultz
Takeaway:
James Rispoli delivered a clutch performance under pressure—fighting back from an early collision to dominate on pace. Cory West played the long game for points but made Rispoli earn every inch. And Hayden Schultz made a serious statement with a long-overdue podium.
Laguna Seca once again proved why it’s hallowed ground for Super Hooligans: fast, raw, and unpredictable from start to finish.
Stay tuned—this championship battle is just getting spicy.
