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2026 3rd Annual California Bus Association Dennis Easley Memorial
Driver Skills Competition
July 7 - 8, 2026
On the grounds of Pioneer High School in Woodland, CA (1400 Pioneer Avenue)
CBA is proud to host our third annual Dennis Easley Memorial Driver Skills Competition, to which we invite CBA member motorcoach drivers from throughout California to join us, test their skills and earn recognition and an opportunity to compete in the 2027 UMA International Driver's Competition.
Facilitated by Mark L Szyperski of On Your Mark Transportation, LLC, this MEMBERS-ONLY competition is an excellent primer for drivers hoping to compete at the 2027 International Driver's Competition at UMA EXPO. Thank you, Mark, for this generous sponsorship of your time and expertise!
PLUS! Competitors in the Dennis Easley Memorial Driver Skills Competition will also earn extra award points if they are nominated for CBA's Driver of the Year Award.
Pricing:
- Competing Drivers: $150
- Observers: $100
Download Event Flyer here.
ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026
COMPETITION AGENDA
Tuesday, July 7
| Shuttle Service will be available each day; departing from the Hampton Inn, Woodland. |
| 1:45 p.m. |
Depart for Pioneer High School for competitor check-in |
| 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Competing Drivers check in at Pioneer High School |
| 2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
Welcome and Overview |
| 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. |
Education Session
Session details to be announced |
| 3:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Break |
| 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Written Test |
| 5:35 p.m. |
Depart for Sponsored Dinner |
| 6:00 p.m. |
Sponsored Dinner |
Wednesday, July 8
| Breakfast at hotel |
| 8:15 a.m. |
Depart for Pioneer High School |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Walk-through of course |
| 9:00 a.m. |
Competition Begins! |
| 12:30 p.m. |
Lunch & Learn |
| 12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. |
Education Session
Session details to be announced |
| 1:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Break |
| 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Awards & Photos |
| 3:00 p.m. |
Event Concludes, Shuttle Returns Competitors to Hotel |
*Final Agenda will be shared with registrants and include topic and speaker details once available
RECOMMENDED HOTELS
The CBA suggests the following area hotels.
Please note: The CBA did not commit to room blocks. Pricing shown is an estimated average, not including taxes and fees, based on feedback by each facility.
Hampton Inn & Suites – 2060 Freeway Drive, CA 95776 – Ph: 530-662-9100
Lodging est @ $150/night. Includes complimentary hot breakfast and Wi-Fi.
Holiday Inn Express – 2070 Freeway Drive, CA 95776 – Ph: 530-662-7750
Lodging est @ $140/night. Includes complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking.
Comfort Suites Woodland – 2080 Freeway Drive, CA 95776 – Ph: 530-723-5900
Lodging est @ $105/night. Includes breakfast and Wi-Fi; parking may require an additional fee.
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites – 2100 Freeway Drive, CA 95776 – Ph: 530-723-5067
Lodging est @ $145/night. Includes complimentary buffet/hot breakfast, Wi-Fi and on-site parking.
CBA Thanks the Sponsors of This Event
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Financial & Transportation Sponsor
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| Competition Coach Sponsors |
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations are not available for this event. You may, however, send a substitute driver from within your organization if your original registered driver is unable to attend.
Waiver of Liability:
By registering for the California Bus Association’s (“CBA”) 2026 Driver Skills Competition, Registrant hereby irrevocably releases CBA, its staff, directors, presenters, employees, hosts, and any other individuals or entities associated with CBA, from any and all liability related to, or arising from, Registrant’s attendance and participation in the event, the information provide therein, changes to its schedule, and hospitality services (e.g. lodging, food and transportation) incidental to the event, including, but not be limited to, any and claims, actions or losses for bodily injury, property damage, death, costs, expenses, and charges. Registrant voluntarily and knowingly assumes all risks related to, or arising from, the event.
