A Caldwell father and son are preparing to compete together at one of the most prestigious amateur motocross events in the world. David Como and his son Kobe will represent Idaho at the Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s in Tennessee, after qualifying through area and regional competition.
The event at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch hosts the largest amateur motocross competition globally, drawing top young riders from across the country. For the Como family, the opportunity marks a significant milestone — David spent decades pursuing the sport before his son took up racing, and now they will compete at the national level together.
A Lifelong Motocross Journey Shared Across Generations
David Como’s involvement with motocross began early. He started racing at age 12, introduced to the sport by his mother, who brought him to his first desert race. For decades, he competed in the sport he loved, developing skills and passion that would shape his approach to parenthood.
When Kobe came of age, he followed his father’s path into motocross. The younger Como showed enough talent to advance through the qualifying rounds necessary to reach Loretta Lynn’s. David and Kobe progressed through an area qualifier in Utah, then secured their spot at nationals by advancing through a regional qualifier in Washington.
David had previously qualified for Loretta Lynn’s in prior years but made a deliberate choice to wait. He wanted his first appearance at the championship to coincide with competing alongside his son — a decision that transforms the event into a shared family achievement rather than an individual milestone.
“It makes it more fun like a journey, so it’s a new chapter for him and it’s kind of closing chapter for me, but it’s great to kind of pass that on to him and let him do it,” David said of competing together at nationals.
Training and Preparation for Tennessee Competition
Both racers are training at the family’s home track in Idaho as they prepare for nationals. The training regimen has become increasingly focused on conditioning for the specific demands they will face in Tennessee. Motocross at the national championship level requires riders to handle longer race segments, or motos, than they typically encounter in regional competition. Additionally, the summer heat and humidity of Tennessee present environmental challenges distinct from Idaho’s climate.
The Comos are using their remaining training time to build the endurance and heat tolerance necessary to perform at peak levels during competition. Their preparation reflects the seriousness with which they approach the national stage.
What Comes Next
The Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s will mark the culmination of David and Kobe Como’s qualifying journey. Their participation represents not only their individual achievement as racers but also a continuation of the motorsports heritage David has built in the Canyon County community.
For families in the Treasure Valley interested in motocross or youth motorsports, the Comos’ success offers inspiration. Local racing venues and family-operated tracks throughout Canyon County and the broader region support young athletes pursuing competitive motorsports at all levels.