Jasmin jumps into nationals

Hedland BMX star Jasmin Kilmartin hopes to soar into the top echelon of junior Australian riders later this month as she competes in the 2015 national championships in Brisbane.

The 13-year-old has been preparing for the event by tackling gruelling 6am road-bike rides and fitness boot camps as well as spending as much time as possible perfecting her skill and speed on the track.

And after placing third in the State titles, Jasmin, who said she thrived on the adrenaline rush of the high- octane sport, is not ruling anything out - even one day competing in the Olympics.

"Yes, if I put my mind to it, I think I could (make it)," she said.

Jasmin's achievements also mark a pioneering moment for Hedland BMX, which has grown from only 20 members six years ago to 126 riders of all ages and genders.

Mum Michelle Kilmartin said Jasmin's trip to the nationals was "a bit of an experiment" to pave the way for more families to follow suit next year.

"We have gradually been getting more people to go to the State titles each year and now we hope to encourage more of them to also go on and compete at the nationals next year," she said.

After following her brother and older sister into the sport, Michelle said Jasmin and her siblings had all been successful mainly because of the support that Hedland club members gave each other.

"It is a great community the BMX club with lots of support from the families and a lot of hard work going into bringing our track up to standard," she said.

"The standard of coaching we've had over the years has also grown with a coach coming up from Perth four times a year and the competition between the Pilbara towns also heating up."

However, Michelle admitted Jasmin also had a special fearlessness and drive.

She said her daughter often flew over the jumps and through the berms faster than her competitors.

"She likes to beat the boys and her brother races in her age group so there is a bit of friendly competition and sibling rivalry," Michelle said.