Dudney Set for Pro Debut at Arlington Supercross
Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing is ready to kick off the 250SX East Championship this weekend in Texas, with Dudney moving up to the pro team / Feb 18, 2026 /
Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Caden Dudney will make his professional debut in Monster Energy AMA Supercross this Saturday, February 21, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The 16-year-old who grew up in the Lone Star State will join teammates Nate Thrasher, Cole Davies, and Pierce Brown for the 250SX East season opener.
“Racing pro Supercross is something I have dreamt about since I was little,” said Dudney. “I feel confident in my abilities and am ready to begin this new chapter. I’m pumped my first race will be in Arlington!”
One of the sport’s top up-and-coming riders, Dudney joined the team in the fall of 2024. Last year, after coming back from injury, he had a strong showing in the SMX Next class, both outdoors and in the postseason. Dudney also raced the final two rounds of the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship, earning an impressive 11th-place overall finish in his pro debut at Unadilla MX.
“We’re really excited to see Caden make his debut this weekend and to see where he stacks up,” said Wil Hahn, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing 250 Team General Manager. “He has put in all the work and is ready to go.”