The 18-year-old Wauchope local wound up in a six page feature article in Dirt Action magazine after she took out the 2007 Honda Girls on the Gas ‘Final Showdown’ in Victoria.

The event held at the Bacchus Marsh circuit in late October pitted Jones against six riders, each representing their respective states, in a variety of categories.

The competition’s unique concept puts the competitors up against each other in the usual ‘On Bike’ sectors such as Technique Judging, Lap Time sector and 5 lap race, as well as a couple of ‘Off The Bike’ sectors including Public Speaking and a Fitness Assessment (Shuttle Run Beep Test).

Jacqui won the event and the story that ran on the event heavily featured her.

The Hastings Valley Motorcycle Club member admitted there were a few nerves about the article

“I was a little worried about what I was saying and what they would publish,” she said.

“I knew they were doing the story but it was still daunting.

"It was all good though the event was a lot of fun which made it easier,” she said.

The magazine article capped off a stellar year for Jones who has gone from strength to strength.

After moving into the senior ranks midway through 2006 Jones has tried to race in as many competitions she can including the Oceania Motocross Championships in Geelong,

The NSW and National Motocross Series, NSW Sprint Series and many more.

With all the competitions, club days and school work Jones has had a busy year and hopes 2008 will be a successful one for her in the motocross arena.

“Last year was pretty hectic,” she said.

“Now that I’ve finished my HSC I have a lot more time to concentrate on my riding.

“I want to ride in as many competitions as possible and continue to improve my riding.

“Its good because my whole family rides so it’s easier and I ride a lot with them and my boyfriend which pushes me to try harder.