- Motorcycle champion Amelia Kotze dies
- The 15-year-old boy suffered a tragic accident.
- A GoFundMe page has been created.
Tributes have poured in for a 15-year-old boy following a tragic motorcycle accident last weekend.
Amelia Kotze, 15, described as a “track champion”, died in Sydney hospital on Tuesday after being seriously injured while competing in the Central Coast Cup on Saturday.
His death has shocked the motorcycling community and a Motorcycling NSW spokesperson sent a heartfelt tribute to Kotze and his family.
‘Amelia was more than just a rising star in the world of dirt track; “she was a beacon of talent, determination and sportsmanship,” the spokesperson said.
“His impressive achievements speak volumes about his dedication to the sport.”
A young 15-year-old motorcycle champion died after a tragic accident
Amelia Kotze died Tuesday in hospital after an accident on Saturday
Amelia, a student at Belmont Christian College in Lake Macquarie, was also described as popular with her peers and competitors.
“Her loss is deeply felt throughout our community and she will be remembered not only for her incredible accomplishments on the track but also for the joy and inspiration she brought to all who knew her,” they said.
‘At this time of immense pain, our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
“We extend our deepest condolences and support to his loved ones during this difficult period.”
Amelia won the junior girls state title in Victoria last November and also triumphed at the NSW junior track championships in 2023.
Last year, Motorcycling NSW awarded her the title of Junior Female Rider of the Year for her “exceptional skills and relentless passion for racing.”
Emergency services were called to Somersby at around 2pm on Saturday after reports of a motorcycle accident.
Amelia was in critical condition and was airlifted to Westmead Children’s Hospital. She was treated in the intensive care unit before being pronounced dead on May 28.
A GoFundMe page has raised nearly $14,000 for Katze’s family.
Police confirmed that a 14-year-old boy suffered minor injuries but did not require hospitalization.
Brisbane Water Police have launched investigations into the tragic incident.
TO GoFundMe page has been created to help Amelia’s family and has raised almost $14,000 in two days as of this writing.
“Our little track champion has finished her career here with us and has earned her wings to now run in the sky,” the fundraiser organizer posted.
“You were a great inspiration to everyone and we will all miss you dearly.”