Awards

For so many of us, when that BMX bug bites you, you’re hooked. For some, the bite of that BMX bug is just an itch that can last for give or ten years… maybe more. But imagine with us, that when you are bitten by BMX, it’s for the REST of your LIFE. We’re talking about a LIFETIME of dedication to this wonderful sport - 40 or 50-plus years ! 

Tonight, we induct four very special couples who have done just that. They have played a vital part in their local BMX scene, they’ve had a HUGE role in their State race program, and they’ve sat on the board of the NBL, officiated or handled registration from the local to National level. The following couples have completely dedicated their Lives to BMX - and in doing so, have left HUGE impressions on multiple generations of BMX kids and their families.

Don and Kathy Olson have been involved at Bethel BMX in Connecticut since day one - 43 years ago. Don also served on NBL’s Board of Directors, was a part of NBL’s Competition Committee, was a familiar NBL official on the National circuit for decades, and was Connecticut State commissioner. Kathy, meanwhile, has been track clerk for Bethel BMX and worked at multiple NBL nationals in several capacities. Don and Kathy were also part of the Northeast Regional team. After Don’s passing in 2023, their son, Don, has stepped into his father’s role and the Olson family’s BMX tradition is carrying on with the next generation.