When fans walk into a stadium for Monster Energy AMA Supercross, they see the dirt, the lights, and the action. But what does it take to make that show happen? Bill Heras, Director of Operations for AMA Supercross, promoted by Feld Entertainment, joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz to share his journey from Arenacross crew member and truck driver to leading the Supercross operations team.
From sourcing dirt in every city to covering tracks before a storm, Bill pulls back the curtain on the logistics, challenges, and problem-solving that keeps Supercross operational.
🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- How Bill got his start in Arenacross and worked his way up
- What goes into pre-season planning for Supercross events, even years in advance
- Where the dirt comes from and how it's stored
- How the operations crew battled weather at the Philadelphia round with tarps and teamwork
- The role of DirtWurx and Feld in designing tracks with safety and logistics in mind
- Crazy behind-the-scenes stories, from broken skid loaders to a stuck finish line structure
- What the operations team does during the race that most fans don’t notice
- Bill’s motocross background, first race at Englishtown and passion for two wheels
- Favorite cities and food stops along the tour—and why Seattle is at the top of his list
- A look ahead at the unique tracks for the SMX Playoffs
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