GNCC Round 7 Coverage: Kenda Powerline Park

A muddy track couldn’t slow down the action for Round 7.

The 2026 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC Racing) Series, an AMA National Championship, continued on Saturday, May 16, with round seven of racing at the legendary Kenda Powerline Park GNCC in Ohio. Racers and fans were greeted with exciting competition and challenging track conditions as the nation’s top ATV competitors battled through the rugged terrain in pursuit of valuable championship points. From youth and amateur racing to the highly competitive pro classes, Powerline Park once again delivered a full day of thrilling off-road action and unforgettable moments.

The XC1 Pro class delivered one of the most exciting battles of the season as Stewart Boys Racing/Kenda/Pierce Performance’s Wyatt Wilkin and Phoenix Racing Yamaha’s Brycen Neal went head-to-head throughout the race at round seven. Wilkin held the lead for much of the event while Neal stayed within striking distance, applying pressure and moving into the lead as the white flag flew. On the final lap, Wilkin made a decisive pass to take over the lead and ultimately secure his second-straight overall win of the season. The thrilling showdown between the two top XC1 Pro contenders kept fans on the edge of their seats and highlighted the intensity and competitiveness of GNCC ATV Racing.

HHR/Fly Racing/QuadTech’s Hunter Hart put together a strong ride at round seven to earn third overall after battling through the demanding Powerline Park course. Hart remained consistent throughout the race and continued to push the pace against the top XC1 Pro competitors, securing another podium finish in the highly competitive premier class.

Action Off-Road/Maxxis/Lonestar’s Jay Shadron delivered a solid performance at Powerline Park to secure a fourth overall finish after battling through the tough and demanding conditions all afternoon.Close behind in fifth overall was Phoenix Racing Yamaha/Action Off-Road/Pierce Performance’s John Glauda Jr. who once again showcased his determination with a hard-fought ride against the stacked XC1 Pro field. Both riders remained consistent throughout the race and added valuable championship points with their top five overall finishes.

OBOR/Moose Racing/Parts Unlimited/Lonestar’s Adam McGill battled through the rough conditions at Powerline Park to earn a sixth overall finish against the stacked XC1 Pro field. McGill remained consistent throughout the race and continued pushing until the checkered flag to add another solid finish to his 2026 GNCC season.

The XC2 Pro-Am class delivered another exciting showdown as Nine 2/Ryland Johnson Racing/Gregs ATV & Cycle’s Layne McCormick led the way with an impressive performance to earn the class victory. McCormick stayed consistent throughout the race, navigating the tough conditions and maintaining a strong pace from the opening laps to the checkered flag. His determination and speed helped him secure the top spot against a stacked field of talented competitors.

Finishing in second was Action Off-Road/Pierce Performance/Active Waste Solution’s James Glauda, who put together a strong ride and pushed himself throughout the duration of the race in Ohio. Rounding out the podium was Action Off-road/GD3 Ventures/Horsepower Inc’s Keaton Henderson, who battled through the demanding course to earn a well-deserved third-place finish.

The battle for the remaining podium spots in the 4×4 Pro class was intense as Black Oak Contracting/Osburn Off-Road/Pro Concept Plumbing’s Dayton Hickey charged to a strong second-place finish with a smooth and consistent ride throughout the race. Close behind in third was Kaden Wharff Racing/OBOR/Action Off-Road/KMK’s Kaden Wharff, who pushed through the challenging conditions and kept the pressure on all race long to secure another solid podium finish in the competitive class.

The WXC class continued to showcase incredible competition as Elioff Racing/BNR Motorsports/GBC Tires’ Jessica Elioff raced her way to a strong second-place finish with a determined and consistent performance throughout the event. Right behind her was Fearless/Teixeira Tech/BNR’s Hannah Hunter, who battled through the tough course conditions to earn third place and another well-deserved spot on the podium. Both riders demonstrated the speed, endurance and grit that make the WXC class one of the most exciting divisions in GNCC Racing but Chloe Harper pushed through to earn the WXC class win and third overall on the day.

The GNCC Racing Series will continue June 6 and 7 as racers and fans head to the legendary Watkins Glen International for a brand-new venue in New York. The event marks the first time GNCC Racing has returned to the state of New York since 2019, bringing excitement and anticipation for competitors eager to tackle the unique terrain surrounding the iconic motorsports venue. With championship battles heating up across every class, the return to Watkins Glen is expected to deliver another thrilling weekend of off-road racing for riders, teams and fans alike.

For more information on the GNCC series, visit the official website at www.gnccracing.com

Kenda Powerline Park GNCC Results and Points Standings
St. Clairsville, Ohio
Round 7 of 13
Saturday, May 16, 2026

Overall Pro Event Results:

Wyatt Wilkin (YAM)
Brycen Neal (YAM)
Hunter Hart (YAM)
Jay Shadron (YAM)
John Glauda Jr. (YAM)
Adam McGill (HON)
Josh Merritt (YAM)
Steven Harrell (YAM)
Chris Borich (YAM)
Jarrod McClure (HON)

XC2 Pro-Am Event Results:

Layne McCormick (HON)
James Glauda (YAM)
Keaton Henderson (YAM)
Talan Stout (YAM)
Kevin Yoho (YAM)
Daulton Keyes (YAM)
Logan Steele (YAM)
David Witt (YAM)
Jeremiah Wolf (YAM)
Braxton Grosse (HON)

XC2 National Championship Standings:

Layne McCormick (167)
Braxton Grosse (155)
Jeremiah Wolf (136)
Daulton Keyes (129)
James Glauda (115)
Keaton Henderson (95)
Talan Stout (88)
Danick Paquin (75)
David Witt (66)
Kenny Shick (64)

Overall National Championship Standings:

Brycen Neal (187)
Wyatt Wilkin (170)
Hunter Hart (138)
Jay Shadron (119)
John Glauda Jr. (112)
Josh Merritt (101)
Branden Owens (97)
Steven Harrell (94)
Chris Borich (70)
Adam McGill (68)