ABOUT
MEET CONNOR
My journey into BMX racing began unexpectedly when my mom discovered a flyer at a local bike shop. She had stopped by for a bike repair and came across an advert for the Las Vegas BMX track. That first visit had me hooked. Since then, my life revolved around BMX—riding it, watching it, dreaming about it. By eleven, I had dropped all other sports to focus solely on BMX. My amateur career had its ups and downs but picked up significantly around age 14. By 16, I secured my first USABMX National Age Group title, eventually accumulating three in total. The announcement in 2005 that BMX would be included in the Olympics redirected my ambition towards representing my country and achieving Olympic success.
Through three Olympics, I have a unique claim to fame…. I am the only Olympic athlete who has both won the Olympics, and nearly died while competing at the Olympics. The highest of highs, the lowest of lows. I gained a unique experience on performance, as well as a perspective on life through this journey. I have developed 2 keynote’s where I share what I learned to help you and your team.
After spending 24 years dedicated to BMX racing, I've gained what feels like a PhD in the sport. Coaching is a passion for me; I've worked with everyone from beginners taking their first laps to Olympic athletes. Sharing my knowledge and helping riders, teams, and clubs elevate their skills is incredibly rewarding to me. Whether it's personal coaching sessions, team clinics, or training camps, I'm all about passing on what I've learned. If you're interested in elevating your BMX skills, I offer a range of coaching services tailored to your needs. Let's connect and take your BMX experience to the next level.
THE STATS
Throughout my career, I've been honored to achieve remarkable milestones that reflect my dedication to BMX racing. I'm proud to be a 2023 Nevada Sports Hall of Fame inductee and first American to win Olympic Gold in BMX. My career is highlighted by my victories at the World Championships, where I was a two-time Time Trial World Champion and earned a bronze medal. Representing Team USA at the Pan-American Games, I brought home a gold medal in 2011. My successes in the UCI BMX World Cups include being a two-time series champion and securing 8 World Cup wins among 17 podiums. Domestically, I've been USA BMX #1 pro three times and achieved numerous national championships. My journey through BMX has been an incredible ride, filled with highs and lows, all of which have shaped me into the athlete and person I am today.
THE STATS
Throughout my career, I've been honored to achieve remarkable milestones that reflect my dedication to BMX racing. I'm proud to be a 2023 Nevada Sports Hall of Fame inductee, showcasing my journey from a passionate young rider to a three-time Olympian and Olympic Gold Medalist in 2016. My career is highlighted by my victories at the World Championships, where I was a two-time Time Trial World Champion and earned a bronze medal. Representing Team USA at the Pan-American Games, I brought home a gold medal in 2011. My successes in the UCI BMX World Cups include being a two-time series champion and securing 8 World Cup wins among 17 podiums. Domestically, I've been USA BMX #1 pro three times and achieved numerous national championships. My journey through BMX has been an incredible ride, filled with highs and lows, all of which have shaped me into the athlete and person I am today.
