The AMA’s Alex Hunter has been appointed AMA Motocross Manager, effective Nov. 5.

The former AMA Racing projects manager has six years of experience working in the racing department.

He grew up in Kentucky and began racing motocross in his youth. He went on to earn his pro motocross license and also possesses experience promoting and running a racing series.

In his new AMA role, Hunter will oversee AMA Motocross sanctioning and featured event designations and work closely with AMA districts, promoters and organizers.