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Cole Davies Leads Early in 250 Heats at SuperMotocross Round 7
Top nine riders in each heat advance directly to the Main Event
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The 250 East riders are competing in the heats at SuperMotocross Round 7 in Arlington, Texas. In Heat 1, Cole Davies took an early lead, while Jalek Swoll and Caden Dudney slotted into second and third positions. Nate Thrasher later moved up to third, pushing Swoll to fourth and Dudney to fifth. The top nine riders in each heat will advance directly to the Main Event.
Why it matters
The 250 East class is a highly competitive division in SuperMotocross, with young up-and-coming riders vying for a chance to showcase their skills and earn a spot in the Main Event. The heats are a crucial step in determining the final field for the main race.
The details
In Heat 1, Cole Davies took an early lead and maintained it throughout the race. Jalek Swoll, who struggled in qualifying, was able to move into second position, while Caden Dudney, making his 250 debut, rode in third. Nate Thrasher later made a move to pass both Swoll and Dudney, pushing them down to fourth and fifth respectively. Cullin Park rounded out the top five.
- The 250 East riders competed in the heats on February 22, 2026.
The players
Cole Davies
A rider competing in the 250 East class of SuperMotocross.
Jalek Swoll
A rider competing in the 250 East class of SuperMotocross who struggled in qualifying but was able to move into second position in Heat 1.
Caden Dudney
A rider making his 250 debut and finishing third in Heat 1.
Nate Thrasher
A rider who was able to pass both Swoll and Dudney, moving them down to fourth and fifth positions respectively.
Cullin Park
A rider who rounded out the top five in Heat 1.
What’s next
The top nine riders in each heat will advance directly to the Main Event, where they will compete for the overall victory in the 250 East class at SuperMotocross Round 7.
The takeaway
The 250 East heats at SuperMotocross Round 7 showcased the talent and competitiveness of the young riders in this division, with Cole Davies taking an early lead and several other riders jockeying for position to secure a spot in the Main Event.
