Motocrossed! 2001

The fast-moving Carson family gears up for a new challenge as Trever O’Brien plays Andrew, the eldest son who hopes to land a corporate sponsorship through a pivotal motocross race. On the other side of the track, Andrea “Andi” Carson, Alana Austin, shares a fierce love for racing that puts her at odds with her father, Edward Carson, Timothy Carhart, who wishes she would stick to “girl things” and stay away from the dangerous sport.

When their parents are away for the day, Andrea and Andrew decide to stage a friendly race on the family track. The moment the bikes roar to life, danger becomes a real possibility: Andrew loses control, crashes, and injures his knee, ruling him out of the Cup and forcing Edward to scramble for a replacement rider from Europe, even if it means dipping into the family finances. This turn of events shakes the household and tests everyone’s loyalty to the sport they love.

To ease her guilt and keep the family’s hopes alive, Andrea doubles down on a risky plan: she will masquerade as her brother and race under his name. The decision is not taken lightly. After tense deliberations at home, Geneva Carson, Mary-Margaret Humes, reluctantly agrees to let Andrea compete, provided the move happens away from Edward’s awareness and before a willing replacement can be found. The registration is tucked away under the name “Andy,” and Andrea steps into a world that treats her as a stranger in a familiar arena.

The opening race is rough but revealing. Andrea finishes last in her first outing, a humbling reminder of how much more ground she has to cover. Dean Talon, Riley Smith, believes the mystery rider is a guy and becomes intrigued by the attention the competitor is getting from a crowd of young women. Seeing an opportunity for both mentorship and a crush, Dean offers to help Andrea learn the ropes in exchange for tips about his own crush—Faryn Henderson, Katherine Ellis—and the two begin an awkward, electric alliance that fuels Andrea’s drive.

As Andrea trains, her confidence grows: she climbs to seventh in a subsequent race and then earns a solid third place overall for the day. The family celebration is cut short, though, as Edward arrives home to confront Andrea about racing and his wife’s decision to let her compete behind his back. The tension comes to a head: Geneva and Andrew argue that Andrea’s actions are hurting the family, while Edward grapples with the realization that his daughter’s talent and determination might be what truly sustains Carson Racing.

Edward’s world shifts when a French rider, René Cartier, Michael Cunio, is brought in as a replacement. Cartier’s aggressive reputation on the track soon clashes with Andrea’s growing maturity and respect for the sport. Cartier’s behavior earns him disapproval from Andrea, and when Cartier tries to hit on her and disrespects her brothers, Andrew steps in with cautionary counsel. Edward’s stance hardens at first, but a look at Andrea’s passion and the family’s support helps him see beyond protection to pride.

In a defining moment, Edward confronts Cartier and fires him after Cartier’s public arrogance and dangerous conduct threaten Andrea. Father and daughter share a quiet walk where Edward acknowledges Andrea’s crucial role in turning Carson Racing into a force to be reckoned with. He praises her for bringing the team to its current standing and, recognizing the depth of his daughter’s commitment, grants her permission to race in the final heat.

The final showdown pairs Andrea against Cartier—this time under the banner of Art Henderson Racing, run by Will Roberts as Art Henderson. The two riders push each other to the limit, and when Cartier slips on a corner, Andrea seizes the moment to win the race in first place. The victory is not without consequence, however: Cartier exposes Andrea’s gender during a live post-race interview, stunning the community and unsettling Dean in the process.

A heated dispute erupts between the Carson family and Art Henderson Racing over whether Andrea should be disqualified for racing under a false name. Geneva argues that the official rules don’t bar women from competing, while Cartier’s allies push back. The turning point arrives when Barbara Rollins, Aloma Wright, the corporate CEO, publicly champions Andrea’s triumph, praising the grit and discipline of a woman who rose to the top in a traditionally male sport. Her endorsement not only allows Andrea to retain the title but also secures a full factory sponsorship for Carson Racing, reshaping the family’s future.

Back at home, Geneva reveals a new opportunity: the team has earned the right to hire a 250 rider for the next race, and there’s already interest at the house. As they celebrate their breakthrough, Andrea spots Dean waiting at the doorstep. He confirms the chance to join as the 250 rider, and with a playful challenge, Andrea dares him to prove himself in a race against her. The two gear up for one last test of skill and nerve, ending the story on a high note of shared ambition and new possibilities as they race toward the next chapter in Carson Racing’s journey.