Professional freestyle motocross rider Jeremy Lusk, 24, died Monday night after receiving a brain injury in a Feb. 7 crash at the X Knights event in San Jose, Costa Rica. Sponsor OGIO called Lusk “a consummate athlete, professional, and moreover, friend and loved one.” Said Chad Zulian, OGIO's MX team manager, “We were inspired by his commitment, drive and passion for the sport as well as the way he conducted himself on and off the course.”
“Jeremy was a great guy, he would go out of his way to
make his fans happy. He inspired
thousands of young riders and was a joy to watch on the bike”, said Andy
Bell, the company's VP of promotions.
“We were proud to call him a member of the OGIO family; he was a
tremendous asset to our team, and a great friend.”
OGIO extended its condolences to his wife Lauren, parents
Chuck & Gina Lusk, and all of his extended family members.
