Durban North youngster crowned SA motocross champ
Trenton Kretzmann, who is a Grade 2 learner at Glenashley Junior Primary School outshone his closest rivals in the 10 race series.
WHETHER it is a scooter, a bicycle, an electric bike or motorbike, you are bound to find Durban North resident, Trenton Kretzmann riding on anything with two wheels.
The eight-year-old youngster recently had a season to remember after being crowned the South African 50cc motocross champion. Kretzmann, who is a Grade 2 learner at Glenashley Junior Primary School outshone his closest rivals in the 10 race series for the national crown winning seven races, and finishing second in three races at tracks across the country.
“This was my first year competitively racing, last year I did three races (out of the 10) to wet my feet and see if this was something I wanted to pursue. We started the year in February in Port Elizabeth and then sadly Covid-19 brought a halt to the championship,” Kretzmann explained.
What followed was several months of no racing but a drop in infections saw the championship resume in September with races in Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg
“I was really excited when my dad told me the series had resumed. I was raring to go and although there were no spectators at the end I was really proud of what I’d achieved,” he said.
The talented rider won the championship with two races to spare with a 24 point lead over his closest rival. 
“I wouldn’t have been able to achieve any of this without my parents who have been so supportive. To be successful in the sport you have to practice and try out different tracks to learn. I’ve gained so much experience,” he said.
While there is an option to move up to the 65cc category next year, Kretzmann is planning on defending his title in the 50cc.
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