 Pourcel decided not to race in 2013 and took a year off before returning to America to compete in the 2014 250cc AMA Motocross National Championship with the Valli Yamaha team, winning one race and finishing sixth in the championship final standings.He then signed a contract to race for the Rockstar Husqvarna team in the 450cc national championship, replacing the injured Martin Davalos.He scored respectable results to finish the 2015 season ranked 5th in the 450cc national championship although, he wasn't the same rider physically as his numerous injuries took their toll on his performance.