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Ronnie Jones
Executive Director of the Back on Track Charity
Ronnie Jones is the Executive Director of Back on Track/Rookies of 79 charity, an organization dedicated to providing financial support to injured Flattrack motorcycle racers.12 He has a diverse background in both professional racing and charitable work.
Professional Racing Career
Ronnie Jones had a long and successful career as a professional Flattrack motorcycle racer. He competed from 1977 until 1999, with occasional National participation continuing through 2019.2 His racing achievements include:
Charitable Work
As a founding member of the Rookies of 79 Charity, Jones has been instrumental in establishing and leading the organization.2 The charity's primary mission is to offer financial assistance to injured Flattrack motorcycle racers.1 In 2023, the organization expanded its scope to include support for injured road racers as well.3
Leadership Roles
Jones has held several significant positions in the motorcycle racing industry:
- Executive Director of Back on Track/Rookies of 79 charity1
- Senior Director of Flat Track for AMA Pro Flat Track (appointed in 2015)5
Expertise
As a licensed insurance professional and former racer, Jones brings a unique combination of skills to his role as Executive Director.1 His extensive experience in the racing world, coupled with his understanding of the challenges faced by injured riders, makes him well-suited to lead the charity's efforts.
Under Jones' leadership, Back on Track has gained recognition within the racing community. In 2023, MotoAmerica named Back on Track as a Preferred Charity, highlighting the organization's importance in supporting injured racers.34
