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BILLY PAUCH SCORES IMPRESSIVE ATLANTIC CITY INDOOR WIN ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – January 17, 2008 . . . Billy Pauch has scored well over 600 feature wins in his career.

And Friday night at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall, Pauch of Frenchtown, N.J., added one to his stellar list as he claimed the TQ Midget/600 cc Micro Sprint feature, which served as a preliminary for Saturday night’s Gambler’s Classic.

It was Pauch’s second career win indoors at Atlantic City. He has a previous win in a 20-lap feature.

This time, though, Pauch beat one of the best on the indoor circuit as Lou Cicconi Jr., who became the first driver to break the eight-second bracket in Thursday’s qualifying, finished in the second spot.

“Lou is always tough at these indoor races,” Pauch said. “Boy, we sure did make a race out of it.”
Actually, Pauch was the talk of the night.

At the start of the first heat race, Pauch was involved in a first turn skirmish, which ended with his car upside down. The car was rolled on its wheels and Pauch proceeded to complete the main event, earning a feature-qualifying spot in the process.

Pauch started in the third position behind front-row starters Rudy Boetticher and Jeff Heotzler.

He ran in second until a lap three restart, which found Heotzler regaining the runner-up spot. It was short-lived, as Pauch got a great start on the lap five restart.

Boetticher got loose on the ninth round, which allowed Pauch to grab the top spot.

Despite having the lead, it was far from over as Cicconi, who started sixth in the 20-car field, moved into the runner-up spot on lap 12 and pressured Pauch immediately.

A caution on lap 13 tightened the field and despite frequent attempts to get the lead, Cicconi was unsuccessful.

Mike Lichty, in fact, got by Cicconi for the second position on lap 18, but those spots were reversed on lap 23.

Cicconi made every threat to get the lead over the final two laps, but Pauch didn’t waver in his victory.

Pauch can win the Behrent’s Bonus if he elects to start 12th in Saturday night’s feature field and claims in the 40-lap Gambler’s Classic.
The top 12 finishers will draw for their starting positions during Saturday’s Ms. Motorsports 2009 pageant, which is taking place at the AC Convention Center.

Cicconi, Heath Hehnly, Jon Holmquist, James Michael Friesen and Mike Tidaback won heat races.

Nick Herriven, Andrew Berkholder, Norm Hynes and Tyler Robertson won heat races for the Champ Karts.

Gary Hieber, Ricky Yetter and Billy Weaver won heat races for the Briggs and Stratton Slingshots.

Action kicks up Saturday at 6:30 p.m. with Fanfest. The TQ/600 cc Micro Sprint Eliminator is scheduled at 7:30, followed by four transfer races, Slingshot feature, Champ Kart feature and the 40-lap Gambler’s Classic.

During the day on Saturday the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show continues at the nearby Atlantic City Convention Center. The shows opens at 10 a.m and continues until 7 p.m. Just about everything imaginable in motorsports can be found at the show which includes FREE autograph sessions for top name racers and personalities in the sport. The popular U.S. Tobacco Ms. Motorsports Pageant and Kid’s Big Wheel Competition takes place during the day. Information can be had at 609.449.3920.

TQ Midget/600 cc Micro Sprint Feature Finish, 25 Laps: 1. Billy Pauch; 2. Lou Cicconi Jr.; 3. Mike Lichty; 4. Jeff Heotzler; 5. Stewart Friesen; 6. Mike Tidaback; 7. Matt Janisch; 8. Joseph Lord Jr.; 9. Heath Hehnly; 10. Tim Proctor; 11. Ryan Smith; 12. Chris Arnold; 13. James Michael Friesen; 14. Greg Cable; 15. Amanda Quinones; 16. Rudy Boetticher; 17. Timex Morgan; 18. Alex Bright; 19. John Payne; 20. Jon Holmquist.

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The show, offering just about everything imaginable in motorsports, will fill close to 250,000 square feet of the Convention Center. Close to 200 motorsports vehicles will be on display and more than 300 exhibit areas will offer products and services for racers, collectibles for fans, racing schedules for racers and fans plus so much more.

NASCAR Sprint Cup superstars Kevin Harvick, Joey Logano and Dave Blaney will be signing autographs during the weekend. NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion Johnny Benson will be there to meet fans and sign autographs along with fellow competitor David Starr. Nitro Fish Racing’s Pro Stock Motorcycle racers Matt Smith and Angie McBride will be visiting with their many fans and NHRA Pro Stock racer Kenny Koretsky will sign autographs. NHRA Top Fuel Dragster driver Antron Brown, a former New Jersey resident, will also be at the show.

Just announced is the appearance of long time NASCAR Sprint Cup crew chief and car owner Ray Evernham who just recently purchased a dirt race track in the Carolinas and is a motorsports analyst with ESPN-TV. The former crew chief to four time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jeff Gordon will kick off his autograph duties at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. Evernham will be at the Trenton Speedway Tribute display which can be seen during the entire show. The former New Jersey resident competed in the final event ever run at Trenton in an asphalt modified stock car. Former Indianapolis car great Wally Dallenbach Sr. and NASCAR Sprint Car racer James Hylton will anchor a Trenton Speedway Reunion Autograph Session on Saturday at 12 noon.

Former sprint car racer and now TV broadcaster Brad Doty has been added to the already impressive lineup of racers and personalities participating in autograph sessions. Doty will be found at the Coastal 181 booth signing copies of “Win It or Wear It - All-Time Great Sprint Car Tales”.

Other highlights of the two day show will be autograph sessions with many of the local and regional racing stars and personalities. In addition Pioneer Pole Building will have Philadelphia Eagle cheerleaders appearing in their booth along with former NFL great Harold Carmichael.

The RAACE Foundation (Race Against Children Everywhere) is back at the show and they have a variety of well known racers signing autographs from time-to-time in their booth. For the second year, The Memorabilia Auction held by Checkered Flag Charities will benefit The RAACE Foundation. One big change for the auction is the “Buy It Now” pricing on the items. There are many chance of a lifetime items included in the auction.
Of course there will be the huge U.S. Tobacco Ms. Motorsports Pageant, Big Wheel Racing for the kids and a dozen or so FREE seminars for attendees to attend FREE of charge.

After spending the day at Motorsports 2009 fans can head over to the Boardwalk Hall, just a short distance away, and witness two spectacular nights of indoor auto racing action. The Gambler’s Classic events get started each evening at 7:30 p.m.

Complete information on the show, autograph schedules, information on lodging, the train that stops at the Convention Center, parking and more is available at www.aarn.com or telephone 609.888.3618.

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MEDIA NOTE: Thank you for you support and cooperation for our Atlantic City events. If there is anything else you need or if there is a way we can help you with your event coverage please be in touch. ERNIE SAXTON on behalf of Len Sammons Productions.

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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ -JANUARY 10, 2009. . . New Jersey resident Ryan Truex is returning to his roots for the Gambler’s Classic TQ Midget/600 cc Micro Sprint event at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall on January 16-17.

Truex, the 16-year-old brother of NASCAR Sprint Cup start Martin Truex, will drive an entry owned by Lou Cicconi Jr.
Cicconi, who will try to win his second Gambler’s Classic, has several TQ Midgets in the field for drivers Bobby Santos III, Chris Stockham and Truex.

The entry list has nearly reached its 100-car maximum limit.

Truex has won numerous Legend Car events over the past years, including a division title at Wall Twp. Speedway. He made his NASCAR Camping World Series East debut last September at Stafford Motor Speedway in a Dale Earnhardt Inc. Chevrolet, replacing Jeffrey Earnhardt in the car. He finished 11th in the race after starting 15th in the field.

“He has some great talent,” said older brother Martin Truex Jr. last week. “He knows what he wants and he is really hungry to get it.
“I will never forget the first time we took him to practice (in April) a Late Model at Tri-County Speedway. It was the first time he was in a big car. He came flying off turn four and was sideways. I thought, ‘here we go.’ Somehow, he saved it and I am real proud of him.”
Truex is one of many driving stars on the entry lists. Defending NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour champion Ted Christopher, two-time Gambler’s Classic winner Joey Payne, last year’s winner Mike Tidaback and dirt Modified track champions Billy Pauch (New Egypt Speedway) and Mike Iles (Bridgeport Speedway) are entries. Cicconi, a recent indoor race winner in Indiana over Tony Stewart, and Santos, the USAC Midget Turkey Night winner in Irwindale, Calif., are among the pre-race favorites.

In addition to the TQ Midgets, the Briggs and Stratton Slingshots and Senior Champ Carts will be added to card. Dirt Modified racers Rick Laubach and Ryan Godown are part of the Slingshot entry list.

Friday's nights event will include qualifying races for all three divisions and a 25 lap feature event for the TQ Midgets. Saturday night's program is highlighted by feature events for all three divisions including the 40 lap Gambler's Classic main event for the TQ Midgets.

Tickets for Friday and Saturday night programs are on sale through Ticketmaster by calling: 1-800-736-1420 or online at: http://www.ticketmaster.com/. They'll also be available the day of the event at the Boardwalk Hall box office.

Time trials will be held on January 15 for all divisions. While the grandstand will not be open to the public, fans with tickets for Friday and/or Saturday (Jan. 16-17) can obtain a restricted Thursday-only pit pass, which will allow them access to catch all of the pole-night activities.

Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: http://www.aarn.com/. The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17.
The show offers close to 300,000 square feet of just about everything imaginable in motorsports along with many famous racers and personalities signing autographs.=

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PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association
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NEWS FROM THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS IN ATLANTIC CITY’S BOARDWALK HALL
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
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MEDIA NOTE: The deadline for media credentials for both the indoor auto racing events and Motorsports 2009 has passed. Please be in touch by e-mail or telephone if you have an absolute last minute request. Thank you for your support. ERNIE SAXTON
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LIQUID LOU ADDS BOBBY SANTOS III TO HIS ATLANTIC CITY TEAM

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ January 5, 2009 – Lou Cicconi Jr. has a few reasons to be excited about the seventh annual Gambler’s Classic for TQ Midgets/600 cc Micro Sprints at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall on Jan. 15-17.

In addition to fielding his own car for the prestigious indoor race, Cicconi of Aston, Pa., will field a car for Bobby Santos III, a third-generation driver from Franklin, Mass.

“His family is a friend of mind and I found out he was looking for a ride for the Atlantic City race, so I asked him if he wanted to drive one of my cars,” Cicconi said.

Santos has competed in events sanctioned by NASCAR, ARCA, USAC, NEMA, PRA, RoC and QMA.

He most recently won a USAC-sanctioned race at Toyota Speedway in Irwindale, Calif. This past season, Santos won several NEMA-sanctioned events throughout the northeast.
Cicconi needs little introduction. His accomplishments read a mile long with championships in various sanctioning bodies. He captured the 2006 edition of the Gambler’s Classic after a spirited duel with ISMA standout Joey Payne.
“I enjoy the Atlantic City race,” Cicconi said. “As far as I am concerned, the competition is second only to the Rumble Series race in Ft. Wayne, Ind.”
Speaking of the indoor Rumble Series race in Ft. Wayne, Cicconi won the main event on December 28, beating out NASCAR Sprint Car Series driver and car owner Tony Stewart.
“My car was excellent in that race,” Cicconi said about his uniquely-designed Midget car, which was requested to be purchased by Stewart.
In the Atlantic City race, Cicconi will pilot a potent, brightly-colored No. 75 car, while Santos will drive a similarly-designed No. 57.
“Ideally, it would be good if we could finish one-two, but there is so much competition at Atlantic City,” Cicconi said. “Plus, you never know what will happen in the race.”

Cicconi knows all about bad luck when it comes to the indoor race.

In 2003, after a thrilling charge from the rear of the field in the feature, his efforts ended by an unfortunate tangle. He set a track record, won a preliminary feature but engine problems sidelined him for the main event in 2004.

Joining the TQ Midgets are the Briggs and Stratton Slingshots and Senior Champ Carts.

Also, lap sponsorship is now being taken for the feature events. Those wishing to purchase lap sponsorship can do so by contacting the Area Auto Racing News offices at 609-888-3618.

Tickets for Friday and Saturday night programs are on sale through Ticketmaster by calling: 1-800-736-1420 or online at: www.ticketmaster.com. They'll also be available the day of the event at the Boardwalk Hall box office.

Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: www.aarn.com. The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17. The show offers close to 300,000 square feet of just about everything imaginable in motorsports along with many famous racers and personalities signing autographs.

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PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MARKETING

NEWS FROM MOTORSPORTS 2009 RACE CAR & TRADE SHOW
“THE MID-WINTER MOTORSPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA”, PROMOTER’S SUMMIT
AND THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
215.752.7797 - Fax: 215.752.1518 - Cell: 267.934.7286 Email: Esaxton144@aol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PLEASE WITH OUR THANKS
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IMPORTANT MEDIA NOTE: The absolute deadline for media credentials is set for January 2nd. We have had a large number of requests and in order to assure that we can take care of everyone we are setting this deadline. We need to hear from you by e-mail or fax. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Ernie Saxton
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NASCAR TRUCK RACER DAVID STARR SET TO APPEAR AT MOTORSPORTS 2009 RACE CAR & TRADE SHOW IN A.C.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ December 23, 2008 . . . Veteran NASCAR Truck racer David Starr will be join his new teammate Johnny Benson, the 2008 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion, appearing at the Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show at Atlantic City, NJ’s Convention Center on the weekend of January 16-17, 2009.

Starr, a 12th place finisher in the final Truck Series championship chase, will be visiting with fans and signing autographs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 17th at the Jeff Hammond Store display (Booth No. 605).

Though he was not able to win a race during the 2008 season Starr was a consistent performer. He has four career wins to his credit in Camping World Truck Series competition.

Starr will return to the Red Horse Racing team in 2009 and that will also be where champion Johnny Benson will be making his home. Benson will also be appearing at the Motorsports 2009 show.

In addition to Starr and Benson, NASCAR Sprint Cup racers Joey Logano and Kevin Harvick will be on hand to meet fans and sign autographs.

Drag racing will also be well represented by NHRA Top Fuel racer Antron Brown, Pro Stock racer Kenny Koretsky, along with motorcycle racers Matt Smith and Angie McBride.

There will be a large number of regional and local racing stars on hand and more than 250 race vehicles on display.

Just about everything imaginable in motorsports will be part of the huge show that fills almost 300,000 square feet of the A.C. Convention Center.

In addition there will be more than 400 vendors offering a variety of products and services. Many area speedways will have displays and offer their schedule of events for the new season.

Seminars covering numerous subjects will be offered free to attendees and the Ms. Motorsports Pageant will again for a very popular part of the two day show.

Exhibitor space is filling at a rapid pace with all space expected to be filled long before the show opens on January 16th. Tim Hogue can help those who want to reserve exhibit space at 609.888.3618.

And while Motorsports 2009 goes on during the day, January 16-17, at night fans will fill the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall to see the Gamblers Classic Indoor Auto Races.

Information on both events can be had at 609.888.3618 or visit the website at www.aarn.com. Fans can also gain information on discount lodging being offered in Atlantic City during the big motorsports weekend by visiting the same website.
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NEWS FROM SECOND ANNUAL PROMOTER’S SUMMIT
Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center
January 16-17, 2009
A part of Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show and the Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto Races
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HUNTER, FROST AND KNOWLEDGE TO HEADLINE PROMOTER’S SUMMIT IN ATLANTIC CITY

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ December 15, 2008 . . . With the sluggish economy a concern to all in the sports industry the Second Annual Promoter’s Summit, set for the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17, will center on what event promoters and organization officials can be doing to prosper in 2009.

“There will be a great deal of knowledge being shared with Summit attendees,” Summit organizer Ernie Saxton. “The subjects being discussed will include sponsorship, working with the media, promotional ideas and more. We had a great first Summit and we have taken steps to make this one even better. We can have a great 2009 if we all pay attention to business and take advantage of the many opportunities that are out there.”

Jim Hunter, Vice President of Corporate Communications for NASCAR, will open the Summit and share his thoughts about short track racing and he knows the subject well.

Timothy Frost, a well known financial advisor to the motorsports industry who has worked with many short tracks, will speak on the “economic impact of race tracks” and “how big the motorsports industry really is.”

One of the key events during the two day Summit will be the open roundtable discussion that will feature all attendees as they exchange information, talk about problems facing the industry and learn from each other.

The latest legal issues will be discussed and attendees can save some legal fees by asking questions.

Media relations (daily and weekly newspapers, trades, radio, TV and the internet) will be discussed. And there will be discussions about still and video photography.

Sponsorship tips will be offered.

Ideas on increasing revenue with sportswear and track publications will be discussed.

Ad specialties will be part of the program.

Group rates, corporate nights and other promotional ideas will be offered during the two days.

Other subjects are being considered and a full schedule for the Promoter’s Summit will be released early in January, 2009.
The Summit will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on January 16th and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 17th. Promoters registering to attend will be the guests of Area Auto Racing News at the Friday night indoor auto racing events at Boardwalk Hall and will have free admission to the Motorsports 2009 show.

For additional information telephone Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797. A complete Promoter’s Summit packet of information and registration form can be made available upon request to Saxton or to 609.888.3618.

The Promoter’s Summit is part of a great weekend of motorsports activities in Atlantic City presented by Len Sammons Productions which includes the Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show talking place at the A.C. Convention Center along with the Gambler’s Classic Indoor Races at the Boardwalk Hall on the same dates.

Check for special room rates at www.aarn.com and that site also has complete information on the show and the indoor racing events.
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In the early-1960s, Dallenbach was a standout performer in the Modified stock cars with many wins at the long-closed, half-mile paved Vineland Speedway, located not far from Atlantic City. He took victories as well at New Jersey’s Old Bridge Stadium and Wall Township Speedway. He then moved on to become a popular competitor in Indianapolis car competition with multiple starts in the Indianapolis 500. Among his wins on that circuit was the April 30, 1977 Indy Car race at Trenton International Speedway. Dallenbach closed out his career in motorsports working as competition director for the now defunct Championship Auto Racing Teams sanctioning organization.

“Wally is looking forward to coming back to the Garden State and being part of the show and the Trenton Speedway tribute,” said show organizer Len Sammons. “Being part of the show will give Wally a chance to get back to visit some friends and I am sure many of his friends and racing buddies will be visiting with him at Motorsports 2009.”

Some show attendees may want to ask Wally about his 1965 season, when he raced at Trenton Speedway and in other events under the name of Bob Dunham in the United Racing Company (URC) Sprint Cars.

Joining Dallenbach as part of the Trenton International Speedway tribute will be NASCAR stock car racing legend James Hylton. Just recently Hylton, 74 years old, announced that he would be trying to qualify for the Daytona 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup race in February.

Hylton has remained very active in the sport and just finished a full season of competition on the ARCA RE/MAX circuit and he did compete on the NASCAR Nationwide circuit.
Hylton did race in all six of the Northern 300 NASCAR Grand National (now Sprint Cup) races run at Trenton. His best finishes were two fourth places, one in 1969 and again in 1971.

Both Hylton and Dallenbach should prove to be popular with attendees at the Motorsports 2009 Race Car and Trade show. A special poster commemorating the Trenton Speedway Tribute will be available with photos of Dallenbach, Hylton and many others.

The Trenton Speedway Tribute will be a major part of the two day, January 16-17th, show which will also feature more than 250 race vehicles on display. The show, will more than 400 exhibit spaces, will fill nearly 300,000 square feet of the huge hall.
A number of national, local and regional racers will be on hand to meet fans and sign autographs.

NASCAR Sprint Cup stars Kevin Harvick and Joey Logano will be signing autographs as will NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion Johnny Benson. Drag racing will be well represented by Top Fuel racer Antron Brown, Pro Stock racer Kenny Koretsky, motorcycle drag racers Angie McBride and Matt Smith.

Several industry seminars will be available free to show attendees along with track displays (2009 racing schedules available) and the always popular U.S. Tobacco Ms. Motorsports competition.

And just down the street from the Motorsports 2009 show the Gambler’s Classic Indoor racing events will be presented at Boardwalk Hall each evening.

Complete details on all the events, ticket prices, discount lodging and more are available at www.aarn.com.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (9 am to 6 pm), 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286 - FAX: 215.752.1518 - EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
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PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MARKETING

NEWS FROM THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS IN ATLANTIC CITY’S BOARDWALK HALL
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
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Fax: 215.752.1518
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DIRT MODIFIED RACERS ADD TO ATLANTIC CITY INDOOR AUTO RACING ENTRY LIST

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ December 14, 2008 . . . Dirt racing might be their specialty, but Mike Iles, Billy Pauch and Rick Laubach hope the string of success they put together this past season continues into the upcoming Gambler’s Classic inside Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall scheduled for January 16-17, 2009.

Iles and Pauch are confirmed entrants for the seventh annual Three QuarterMidget/600 cc Micro Sprint race in five weeks, while Laubach will participate in the Slingshot division. The Sr. Champ Karts, which has reached its 60-entry limit, will also join in the three-division program.

Iles, Pauch and Laubach will bring dirt Modified championships to an already prestigious list of entries that includes NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour champion Ted Christopher, NEMA champion Randy Cabral, Wall Twp. Speedway Turkey Derby XXXV TQ Midget champion Paul Lotier Jr. and New York State Fairgrounds Sportsman champion Erick Rudolph.

Iles, of Medford, N.J., captured his first career Modified championship this past season at Bridgeport (N.J.) Speedway, where he captured a pair of feature races on May 24 and August 2.

Pauch, a winner of more than 645 career feature events, had a standout season at New Egypt (N.J.) Speedway, as he captured the track title, a year after winning the Modified title at Bridgeport Speedway.

The Frenchtown, N.J., resident won 10 races this season, which included an Advance Auto Parts DIRTcar Modified event at Volusia County Speedway on February 13, a win at Georgetown Speedway on November 22 and seven main events at New Egypt Speedway. Pauch added to his season-win list with a SpeedSTR win at NES.

Laubach, who is popular-known as the “Quaker Shaker”, carries the prestigious Garden State Challenge title in the Atlantic City event. Laubach won seven features between Bridgeport Speedway (three) and New Egypt Speedway (four), along with wins at Selinsgrove Speedway and Hagerstown Speedway this season.

Also, lap sponsorship is now being taken for the feature events. Those wishing to purchase lap sponsorship can do so by contacting the Area Auto Racing News offices at 609-888-3618.

Tickets for Friday and Saturday night programs are on sale now by calling the Area Auto Racing News office at: 609-888-3618 (please have a MasterCard/Visa/American Express card ready).

Also, tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling: 1-800-736-1420 or online at: www.ticketmaster.com.
Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: www.aarn.com. The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17. The show offers close to 300,000 square feet of just about everything imaginable in motorsports along with many famous racers and personalities signing autographs.
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The Chesterfield, NJ native will be part of the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show set for the Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center January 16-17th.

Brown, 32 years old, won two Top Fuel events and finished the season in fifth spot in the final National Hot Rod Association POWERade point standings.

Even though there has been a change in team ownership with 3B Racing becoming the sole owner of the team there will be no changes for the 2009 season. Brown will return as driver and legendary crew chief Lee Beard will be back to keep the race car running to perfection.

The Indianapolis resident is making his second appearance at the Motorsports show but it is the first time he has visited since the show moved to Atlantic City.

Brown will be visiting with fans and signing autographs throughout the weekend. He joins other drag racing stars such as Angie McBride, Matt Smith and Kenny Koretsky at the show.

2008 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion Johnny Benson will be appearing and anxious to talk about his new Truck ride for 2009. Joey Logano, replacing Tony Stewart in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Home Depot No. 20, will be appearing as will NASCAR Cup star Kevin Harvick.

In addition there will be a variety of local and regional auto racing stars appearing at the show during the two days. The show opens at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 16th and continues through until 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 17th. Admission for adults is just $15 while children are admitted for $5. Advance tickets are priced at $12 and $5. Ticket and show information is available at www.aarn.com.

More than 250 race vehicles will be on display as part of the show which will fill close to 300,000 square feet of the Atlantic City Convention Center.

A major highlight of the show will be the Trenton International Speedway tribute that will run for both days of the show. Racing legends Wally Dallenbach Sr. and James Hylton will be part of the tribute. Dallenbach, who raced at Wall Township, NJ Speedway and then went on to race Indianapolis cars, was a New Jersey resident but now lives in Basalt, Colorado. Hylton, 74 years old, is still active in the sport and will be trying to qualify for the Daytona 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup race in February.
While the Motorsports 2009 show is taking place at the Convention Center the Gambler’s Classic Indoor Races will be happening each evening at the nearby Boardwalk Hall.
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LAST CALL FOR MEDIA CREDENTIALS. If you are planning to cover the Atlantic City events please be in touch as quickly as possible. We don’t want anyone to be left out but the credential lists are filling fast. E-mail me at Esaxton144@aol.com or fax 215.752.1518. Thank you.
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HUNTER, FROST AND KNOWLEDGE TO HEADLINE PROMOTER’S SUMMIT IN ATLANTIC CITY

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ December 10,, 2008 . . . With the sluggish economy a concern to all in the sports industry the Second Annual Promoter’s Summit, set for the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17, will center on what event promoters and organization officials can be doing to prosper in 2009.

Jim Hunter, Vice President of Corporate Communications for NASCAR, will open the Summit and share his thoughts about short track racing and he knows the subject well.

The latest legal issues will be discussed and attendees can save some legal fees by asking questions.

Media relations (daily and weekly newspapers, trades, radio, TV and the internet) will be discussed. And there will be discussions about still and video photography.

Sponsorship tips will be offered.

Ideas on increasing revenue with sportswear and track publications will be discussed.

Ad specialties will be part of the program.

Group rates, corporate nights and other promotional ideas will be offered during the two days.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ , December 10, 2008 . . . The seventh annual Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto Race at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall could make the TQ Midget/600cc Micro Sprint winner $2,000 richer thanks to Behrent’s Performance Warehouse.

Complimenting an already-thrilling program featured on the concrete floor of Boardwalk Hall on January 16-17, 2009, the Florida, N.Y.-based Behrent’s Performance Warehouse, owned by Jeff and Harry Behrent, will provide added money if a driver wins Friday and Saturday night’s “A” Main.

To be eligible for the $2,000 bonus, the feature winner from Friday night’s “A” Main must start the Saturday night feature from the 12th starting position and win.

However, that is not the only option available. If that driver elects to draw for their starting spot, they will only get a $500 bonus if the sweep is completed.

Drawing for the “A” Main starting spots will be done on the stage during the Ms. Motorsports competition.

Paul Lotier Jr., who captured the Turkey Derby ATQMRA main at Wall Township, NJ Speedway recently, is one of many top drivers who have filled entries for the seventh annual event.

Slingshots and Champ Karts will also be in action during the two-day event, which runs in conjunction with the Motorsports 2009 Race Car and Trade Show at the nearby Atlantic City Convention Center.

“The Behrent’s Bonus will only add to the excitement and atmosphere surrounding this event,” said event organizer Danny Sammons. “It will produce much pre-race hype and lasting memories, plus it could make one driver a lot richer if he can pull off the weekend sweep.”
Mike Tidaback of Little Falls, N.J., is the defending champion. He collected more than $6,000 after leading the final half of the 40-lap main event on Saturday evening.

Friday's nights event will include qualifying races for all three divison and a 25 lap feature event for the TQ Midgets. Saturday night's program is highlighted by feature events for all three divisions including the 40 lap Gambler's Classic main event for the TQ Midgets.

Qualifying for Saturday night’s main event will be done in the following format. The top 60 cars from Thursday night’s time trial sessions will compete in five heat races on Friday. The top four from each event will advance to the Friday night “A” Main, which pays $1,000 to the winner. The top 12 from Friday’s “A” Main are guaranteed a spot in the Saturday night 40-lap Gambler’s Classic. Four transfer races will be run on Saturday night to fill the remaining 12 spots. Cars competing in these transfer races will include the non-qualified cars from Friday’s heat races, finishers 13-20 from Friday’s “A” Main and four cars from Saturday night’s Eliminator race.

The Eliminator race will take cars that qualified outside the top 60 in Thursday night’s time trials. The Eliminator race is new this year and will be run under a different format from any other race during the weekend. After five laps, the competitor running last is eliminated. Additionally, any car that is involved in any accident will be eliminated. This procedure will continue until four cars remain and those four will earn the right to compete in Saturday’s transfer races for a chance to make the Gambler’s Classic.

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NEWS FROM MOTORSPORTS 2009 RACE CAR & TRADE SHOW
“THE MID-WINTER MOTORSPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA”, PROMOTER’S SUMMIT
AND THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
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NASCAR SPRINT CUP STAR KEVIN HARVICK WILL BE PART OF MOTORSPORTS 2009 RACE CAR & TRADE SHOW AT A.C.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ December 7, 2008 . . . One of the most popular and, perhaps, one of the most controversial racers on the NASCAR Sprint Cup circuit is Kevin Harvick and the NASCAR superstar will be appearing at the Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show at the Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center. The show runs for two days, January 16-17th, and Harvick, driver of the Shell/Pennzoil sponsored Richard Childress owned Chevy, will be meeting fans and signing autographs on Friday, January 16th.

The 33 year old (celebrating his birthday on December 8th) finished fourth in the Sprint Cup Chase this season and enjoyed a good season with seven top 5s and 19 top 10s. He has 11 career victories including the 2007 Daytona 500.

Kevin and his wife Delana operate their own Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series teams. During the 2008 season Ron Hornaday drove their No. 33 Chevy truck to six wins and he was just nosed out for the title by Johnny Benson. The Nationwide entry, with a variety of drivers, had 22 starts earning one pole but no wins.

Harvick will be back with Richard Childress in 2009 as the Sprint Cup season kicks off at Daytona in February. He and Delana will again field entries in the Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series.

Harvick joins other NASCAR standouts such as Joey Logano and Johnny Benson at Motorsports 2009. NASCAR Vice President of Corporate Communications Jim Hunter will kick off the show on Friday, January 16th as the keynote speaker followed by a question and answer session.

Just recently added to the impressive list of racers taking part in the show is Chris Jones of Forest, Virginia. He is the driver of the LCS Motorsports #87 Camping World Series Truck. Jones is looking to run the full Camping World Truck Series schedule pending sponsorship. He will be at the show both days and will be signing autographs at four different times during the weekend.

More than 250 race vehicles representing just about all segments of motorsports will be on display with more than 400 exhibitors offering just about everything imaginable in motorsports.

Limited exhibitor space is still available for the show and details on displaying can be had by telephoning Tim Hogue at 609.888.3618.

On the same dates as the Motorsports 2009 show is taking place at the Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center the Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto racing events will be taking place at night at the nearby Boardwalk Hall. The Three Quarter Midgets/600cc Micros will headline both nights along with Slingshot racers and Champ Karts.

The two big events offer a great weekend of motorsports in Atlantic City.

Information on discount lodging is available at www.aarn.com along with information on the schedule of activities for both events and ticket information.
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MEDIA NOTE: TIME IS RUNNING OUT to set up your media credentials for Motorsports 2009 and the Gambler’s Classic Indoor Races. Fax your request on media letterhead to 215.752.1518 or e-mail Esaxton144@aol.com. Please be in touch if we can be of assistance in any of your stories leading up to the big weekend. Ernie Saxton

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November 23, 2008

Laubach teams with Housworth for Assault on Atlantic City

By Jim Young

Veteran Modified Chauffer Rick Laubach, driver of the Dick Biever owned Alpha Mills / Smart & Sexy.com Big Block Dirt Modified, will be making his first ever start in Atlantic City in January as he teams with Riegelsville Pa’s Jim Housworth in a two car slingshot effort to take the checkers at the famed indoor Boardwalk Hall Arena.

For Laubach who is coming off a strong 2008 Modified season this will be a first. “Rick is really fired up for this event” states Housworth. “Although he has never driven a slingshot before, I know he will catch on quick and with the time trial format this year we’re hoping to be fast right out of the trailer. Hopefully we can have some fun and have a good weekend of racing down there” says Jim.

Housworth has been running the slingshots for quite a few years now, has the knowledge and ability to put his team up front no matter where he races. With many wins and championships under his belt and the backing of great sponsors like Ryan McNichol Lawn and Property Maintenance, NAPA Valley Auto Parts of Ottsville, Pa., Ultimate Air Heating & Cooling of Kingwood, NJ, Pipersville, Pa’s Gordon BEAM Vacuum Systems, S&S General Services LLC of Wysox, Pa., Leadfoot Performance of Riegelsville, Pa., Legends Designs and Graphics of Flemington, NJ and Laubach’s Lightning Bodies and Race Components of Quakertown, Pa., the team should be more than ready to go with two number 72 racers when the green flag drops in AC.

All the action will take place on January 15, 16 &17, 2009 at the 7th annual Gamblers Classic NJ Indoor Race which is run in conjunction with the Motorsports Race Car and Trade Show held yearly at the Atlantic City Convention Center. Along with the Slingshots, the AC race will feature the TQ/600’s and the popular Champ Karts.

More Information on Rick Laubach and Jim Housworth can be found on their respective websites at www.housworthracing.com and www.lightningbodys.com

The track, which closed in 1980, offered everything from Indianapolis Cars, NASCAR Grand National (now Sprint Cup), Modified stock car, Midget and Sprint Car competition.

But, when the Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show is presented at the Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center, January 16 & 17th, Trenton International Speedway will again be in the spotlight as one of the key attractions of the weekend.

“In my younger years I spent a lot of time at the speedway. My family operated the souvenir concession,” said Motorsports 2009 produced Len Sammons. “It is a shame that there has been little or nothing done to remember what a great speedway it was. We are going to try to change that with our trip down ‘memory lane’ at our show.”

For the Motorsports 2009 weekend, many of the race cars that were seen in action at Trenton International Speedway will be on view. And, plans are in the works to have a number of the drivers and team members who participated there at the show to meet the fans.

Fans and racers are encouraged to bring Trenton-related memorabilia such as scrapbooks, photos and raceday programs. And, the many vintage racing clubs that annually participate in the show will have Trenton Speedway as the theme for their displays.
Originally a dirt oval, Trenton became a one-mile paved track in the mid-fifties. By the 1970s, until its final race, Trenton Speedway was a peanut shaped one and one-half mile track. Overall, it produced some exciting racing events throughout the years. Notable organizations such as NASCAR, USAC, ARDC and URC sanctioned the events.

The final race run at Trenton was for the asphalt Modified stock cars, in June, 1980. That scheduled 134-lap event, which was called official after 79 circuits due to rain, was won by Geoff Bodine. Many time NASCAR Modified champion Richie Evans finished close behind with N.J.’s John Blewett Jr. third. Bodine ultimately became a Daytona 500 winner.

“Having worked there as the public relations director for several years I have a lot of fond memories and great stories,” said Motorsports 2009 public relations director Ernie Saxton. “It was indeed a great racing facility. I remember Jimmy Clark racing there and Janet Guthrie making what I believe was her initial run in an Indianapolis car at Trenton. It will be exciting to get a chance to see some of the old cars and the old timers that participated in events at Trenton.”

The fairgrounds and speedway location has since been turned into an industrial complex and is also the site of the New Jersey Sculpture Gardens and the very classy Ratz Restaurant.

More details on just how Trenton International Speedway will be remembered at Motorsports 2009 will be released in the very near future.

The Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show will fill close to 300,000 square feet of the Atlantic City Convention Center and will offer just about everything imaginable in motorsports. Attendees will have the opportunity to collect autographs from a variety of national and regional racing figures.

And as Motorsports 2009 takes place during the day on January 16th and 17th, the Gamblers Classic Indoor Auto Races will be take place at night at Atlantic City’s famous Boardwalk Hall.

Information on both events can be had at www.aarn.com. Ticket information is also available at the site or by telephoning 609.888.3618.
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NEWS THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
IN ATLANTIC CITY’S BOARDWALK HALL
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ASPHALT MODIFIED RACING STARS ENTER GAMBLER’S CLASSIC A.C INDOOR RACES

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ -November 19, 2008 . . . The road to Victory Lane in the upcoming Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto Races at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall might go through the Asphalt Modified community.

Ted Christopher, who clinched his first career NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour title in October, and Erick Rudolph, the Dunn Tire Raceway Park SST champion, submitted their respective entries for the seventh annual event, which will take place on January 16-17, 2009.

Christopher, 50, of Plainville, CT, ended this season with 11 victories to his credit. Most recently, he won the SK Modified feature at the North/South Shootout at Concord Motorsports Park in Concord, N.C.

However, that win wasn’t the defining moment on Christopher’s season as he claimed the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour title at the Thompson International Speedway World Series on October 19.

This isn’t Christopher’s first foray in the Gambler’s Classic. He’s made three visits to the indoor event. He now co-owns his own car that he uses only at the annual January event. Last year he won a Roaring 20 preliminary race with the car and vows it will be even stronger this year.

Rudolph, 16, of Ransomville, N.Y., will bring versatility to the Atlantic City race.

In addition to his success on the pavement in Modified action, Rudolph won the Town Mechanical DIRTcar Sportsman feature at the New York State Fairgrounds in early October. It was his first career Sportsman start on the mile oval.

And Rudolph has extensive experience in the TQ Midgets, Mini Modifieds and Go Kart classes. Last year he turned 16 just prior to the event and was very fast in the feature event before mechanical problems knocked him from the race.

"We’re excited to have these two drivers entered for our event," said event organizer Danny Sammons. "Their presence will only add to the great tradition of the race. Teddy’s experience at Atlantic City will make a viable contender, and Erick’s indoor and Mini Modified success makes him a natural threat to become a first-time winner."

Mark Tidaback of Little Falls, N.J., is the defending champion. He left the event last year with more than $6,000 in his pocket after leading the final half of the 40- lap main event on Saturday evening.

For the first time in event history, time trials will be held on January 15 for all divisions. While the grandstand will not be open to the public, fans with tickets for Friday and/or Saturday (Jan. 16-17) can obtain a restricted Thursday-only pit pass, which will allow them access to catch all of the pole-night activities. Friday's nights event will include qualifying races along with a 25 lap feature event for the Three-Quarter Midgets. Saturday night's program is highlighted by feature events for all three divisions including the 40 lap Gambler's Classic main event for the Three-Quarter Midgetsl.

Tickets for Friday and Saturday night programs are on sale now by calling the Area Auto Racing News office at: 609-888-3618 (please have a MasterCard/Visa/American Express card ready).
Also, tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling: 1-800-736-1420 or online at: www.ticketmaster.com.
Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: www.aarn.com. The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17. The show offers close to 300,000 square feet of just about everything imaginable in motorsports along with many famous racers and personalities signing autographs.
The two events together make for a fantastic weekend of motorsports excitement in Atlantic City, NJ.
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MEDIA NOTE: Don’t be left out. Media/photo credentials for the A.C. Indoor events are limited because of space restrictions. Credential requests should be faxed on media letterhead to 215.752.1518 or e-mail me at Esaxton144@aol.com. Freelancers must have proof of assignment. Thank you. Ernie Saxton
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Hammond, a former NASCAR Winston Cup crew chief who worked with Darrell Waltrip when he won two Winston Cup titles and the 1989 Daytona 500, will be visiting with fans and signing autographs during the two day show set to take place January 16-17, 2009. The popular TV personality will also have copies of his book “Real Men Work in the Pits” available.

Also signing autographs during the show will be current NASCAR Sprint Cup sensation Joey Logano who will be taking the place of Tony Stewart in the Joe Gibbs Home Depot Toyota in 2009.

Johnny Benson, who just recently earned his first NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series title, will also be appearing at the show to chat with fans and sign autographs.

Motorsports 2009 is the biggest show of its kind and offers attendees the opportunity to see just about everything imaginable in motorsports spread out over an easy-to-navigate 300,000 square feet of the Atlantic City Convention Center.
More than 250 racecars will be on display while over 400 vendors will be showing what is new for 2009. There will be a large number of race track displays where fans can pick up schedules for the 2009 season and plan for those special events. Industry seminars and the always popular Ms. Motorsports competition along with much more will make up the 24th edition of the Motorsports show.

And right down the street at the famed Boardwalk Hall, the Gambler’s Classic Indoor Midget Auto Races will be presented on Friday, January 16th and Saturday, January 17th. Three quarter midgets and 600cc micro sprints will be the featured attraction along with slingshots and champ karts. Racing each evening starts at 7:30 p.m.

The Saturday night edition of indoor auto racing sold out last year so fans are advised to order their tickets now.
There is money to be saved on the Motorsports 2009 tickets when ordered in advance. At the ticket window adults will pay $15 but if purchased in advance the price is just $12.

Information on the Motorsports 2009 and Gambler’s Classic tickets can be had at www.aarn.com or telephone 609.888.3618.
Those planning to spend the weekend in Atlantic City for this great weekend of motorsports excitement can find information on discount lodging opportunities at www.aarn.com
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MEDIA NOTE: The deadline for obtaining media/photo credentials is quickly approaching. Requests for credentials should be faxed to me at 215.752.1518 on media letterhead or e-mail me at Esaxton144@aol.com. If there is anything special that you need for your coverage of our events please be in touch. Thank you. Ernie Saxton

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PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MARKETING

NEWS THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
IN ATLANTIC CITY’S BOARDWALK HALL
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
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Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
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Fax: 215.752.1518
Cell: 267.934.7286
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ATLANTIC, CITY, NJ November 6, 2008… Mike Tidaback has submitted his entry to defend his Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto Race title at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall.

The seventh annual event is scheduled to take place on January 16-17, 2009, on the concrete floor, which was held in front of a near sold- out crowd last January.

Tidaback of Little Falls, N.J., left Atlantic City last year with more than $6,000 in his pocket after leading the final half of the 40- lap main event.

“This is a big race for us, because you run against the best in the Northeast,” Tidaback said. “It’s like our Super Bowl.”
Tidaback, who defeated two-time winner Joey Payne of Fairlawn, N.J., became the first American Three Quarter Midget Racing Association (ATQMRA) Series regular to win the prestigious race.

Entry forms were sent to all race teams that entered the 2008 event. Entries are limited to the first 100 TQ Midgets/600 cc Micro Sprints, 40 Slingshots and 60 Senior Champ Karts.

Scott Campbell of Doylestown, Pa., is the first TQ driver to file an entry.
Former Atlantic City Slingshot winner Jesse Hartman of Flemington,
N.J., was the first driver to enter that class. Hartman competes in the Micro Sprint division during the outdoor season.
Rich Tobias Jr. of Hershey, Pa., is the defending Slingshot winner.
Tobias donated his AC race winnings to the National Fragile X Research Foundation.
Tamie Smith of Binghamton, N.Y., was the first Senior Champ Kart entry. Smith has been a qualifying event winner in Atlantic City in recent years, but she is still searching for her first AC feature victory. Chris Daley of Pleasant Valley, N.Y., came from 21st to win the division race last January.

“Last year’s races left the fans wanting more and we’ve received a lot of interest from drivers who want to either return or make the
first-ever appearance in Atlantic City,” said event organizer Danny Sammons.

Tickets for the Gambler’s Classic are on sale now by calling the Area Auto Racing News office at: 609-888-3618 (please have a MasterCard/Visa/American Express card ready).

Also, tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling:
1-800-736-1420 or online at: www.ticketmaster.com.
For further information on the Gambler’s Classic, contact Danny
Sammons by phone at: 609-888-3618 or via e-mail: danny@aarn.com.
Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: www.aarn.com.

The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on January 16-17. Close to 300,000 square feet of show space will be dedicated to everything motorsports. Information on autograph sessions, show activities, tickets and discount lodging can be found at www.aarn.com.
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MEDIA NOTE: Just a reminder that it is not too early to be requesting media credentials for the indoor racing events, Motorsports 2009 and the Promoters Summit. Keep in mind that photographer credentials are very limited due to space limitations. All freelancers must have proof of assignment. Fax credential requests to Ernie Saxton at 215.752.1518 or E-mail Esaxton144@aol.com. Thank you. ERNIE SAXTON

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“Many feel that the sluggish economy is actually good for local short track racing,” said Summit organizer Ernie Saxton. “We have heard from many promoters that their season just completed was a good one because of the economy and then there were those who had tough seasons.

“One of the many subjects that will be discussed at the Promoter’s Summit is how promoters can benefit from the sluggish economy by marketing to the local community. Sell the reasons locals should be coming out to enjoy an inexpensive night at the local short track.”
The two day Summit which attracted more than 60 promoters and organization officials last January is expected to attract an even stronger turnout this January.

One of the most popular presentations was offered by Area Auto Racing News columnist Guy Smith who has attended events at more than 1100 facilities. He will again share his ideas for improvement of the sport with the attendees based on his years of being a fan of the sport and talking with other fans.

The Summit will include a “roundtable discussion” with all attendees participating in this idea sharing and problem solving session.
Sponsorship will be another important subject covered as speedways and organizations look for new revenue sources.

Other subjects being considered for the Summit include:

* Concession tips
* Website pointers (keeping it current is important)
* Working with ALL the media
* Working with the racers
* Promotion ideas that work
* What is working in sportswear and souvenirs?
* Program books can be profitable

And the list goes on.

“We welcome suggestions from promoters and organization officials as to what they would like to see discussed at the Summit,” said Saxton. “We want to be sure that we are covering the subjects that those attending are interested in. We want to send everyone home from the Summit with renewed enthusiasm for short track racing.”

Registrations are now being accepted for the two day Promoter’s Summit. In fact Todd Fisher of Susquehanna Speedway Park was first to submit his registration for the 2009 Summit. Each track or organization can have two representatives attend for just $100. That $100 can be used as an advertising credit in a future edition of Area Auto Racing News. The two representatives covered by the $100 will also receive free admission to Motorsports 2009 and the Friday night indoor auto racing events.

Each additional representative will be required to pay a $50 registration fee and that will include free admission to the show.
For more information please feel free to telephone Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 or e-mail Esaxton144@aol.com.
A registration packet will be sent upon request.

The Promoter’s Summit will be part of the Motorsports 2009 Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center, January 16 and 17th, 2009. In addition there will be three nights of indoor auto racing at the nearby Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall, January 15, 16 and 17th. Information on those events and special lodging deals can be found at www.aarn.com.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (9 am to 6 pm), 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286 - FAX: 215.752.1518 - EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
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PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News and AutoLocator Magazine CO-HOST: Racer's Roundtable along with Pete Knappenberger, Amanda Spotts, Whippy, and Barry Angstadt on WXLV-FM 90.3 FM (Schnecksville, PA) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each Sunday.
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MARKETING

NEWS FROM MOTORSPORTS 2009 RACE CAR & TRADE SHOW
“THE MID-WINTER MOTORSPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA”, PROMOTER’S SUMMIT
AND THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PLEASE WITH OUR THANKS
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NASCAR CRAFTSMAN TRUCK SERIES POINT LEADER JOHNNY BENSON SET FOR APPEARANCE AT MOTORSPORTS 2009

Atlantic City, NJ October 23, 2008 . . . Current NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series point leader Johnny Benson is set to join NASCAR Sprint Cup racer Joey Logano making an appearance at the hugely popular Motorsports 2009 Race Car and Trade Show. The show, filling close to 300,000 square feet of show space at the plush Atlantic City Convention Center, is set to take place Friday and Saturday, January 16-17, 2009.

Benson, a former NASCAR Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series racer, is looking to win his first Craftsman Truck Series title this season. He finished third in the standings in 2007 and has been a runner-up in the standings.

The popular truck racer has won five truck events during the season.

Benson’s appearance at the 24th edition of the Motorsports Race Car and Trade Show will mark his first visit to the Len Sammons produced event since it moved to Atlantic City. The last time the veteran racer appeared at the Motorsports show was when he was driving the Pennzoil sponsored NASCAR Sprint Cup entry.

Benson will be visiting with fans and signing autographs at a time still to be determined but he will be at the show both days. Logano, driver of the Joe Gibbs Racing Home Depot #20 in 2009, will also be part of the show on both days.

More than 275 race cars are expected to be on display along with a large hardcore manufacturer’s section, collectible and general exhibit areas, free industry seminars, roundtable discussions, stage shows and much more. The show features something for everyone that has an interest in motorsports with more than 400 racing dealers participating in the show.

Again in 2009 autograph sessions featuring nationally famous racing stars and personalities will be available to show attendees FREE.
New in 2009 will be a FREE Exhibitor’s Reception on Thursday, January 15th running from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

In addition the second annual Promoter’s Summit will take place on both days. Registration information was just recently mailed to more than 400 speedways and racing organizations. The Summit will give race promoters, public relations people and others involved in local short track racing the opportunity to hear from a variety of speakers covering a wide range of subjects relating to short track promotion. More than 60 promoters from more than 10 states registered for the Summit earlier this year.

Complete information on the Summit may be had by telephoning Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797

Again this year indoor auto racing, another Len Sammons Production, will be taking place on the nights of January 16th and 17th at the Boardwalk Hall located just a few blocks from the Convention Center.

The three events together make for an exciting fan friendly weekend of motorsports entertainment in the popular resort city.
Information on Motorsports 2009 and the Gamblers Classic Indoor Auto Racing events may be had by telephoning 609.888.3618 or check in at www.aarn.com.

“The Saturday night indoor races were very, very close to being a sell out last January and the strong advance sale for this year’s event indicates it could be a sell out,” said Sammons. “Motorsports attendance was up last year as well, especially on Saturday. We plan to expedite the process of ticket sales for the Motorsports Show by opening extra ticket windows during busy hours so that attendees are assured of getting into the event in a timely manner. Fans can also obtain tickets for both events (Motorsports 2009 and the Gamblers Classic Indoor Auto Racing events) in advance by telephoning 609.888.3618. The tickets would make great Christmas gifts.”'

There are still good exhibitor locations available for the show which is expected to be a record breaker with everyone looking to see what is new in the sport for 2009 and beyond. Telephone Tim Hogue at 609.888.3618 to reserve your spot.

Many of the exhibitors offer a variety of money saving show specials.
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MEDIA NOTE: It is not too early to send me an e-mail or fax outlining your needs for the show and the indoor auto racing events. Freelancers must have proof of assignment for the events. I can be reached at Esaxton144@aol.com or fax 215.752.1518. I can also be reached at 215.752.7797 or cell phone 267.934-7286 should you have questions or need additional information.

ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (9 am to 6 pm), 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286 - FAX: 215.752.1518 - EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News and AutoLocator Magazine CO-HOST: Racer's Roundtable along with Pete Knappenberger, Amanda Spotts, Whippy, and Barry Angstadt on WXLV-FM 90.3 FM (Schnecksville, PA) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each Sunday.
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MARKETING

NEWS THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
IN ATLANTIC CITY’S BOARDWALK HALL
EVENT ORGANIZER: Danny Sammons @ 609.888.3618
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
215.752.7797 or 215.752.2392
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Cell: 267.934.7286
Email: Esaxton144@aol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PLEASE WITH OUR THANKS
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TICKETS ON SALE AUGUST 20TH FOR INDOOR AUTO RACING AT ATLANTIC CITY’S BOARDWALK HALL

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ August 8, 2008 . . . Race fans, don‘t be left outside for this one. Tickets for the 7th Annual Gambler’s Classic for Three Quarter Midgets/600 cc Micro Sprints held inside Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ, will go on sale Wednesday, August 20th at noon.
The races will be run Friday and Saturday evenings, January 16th and 17th, 2009 and will once again feature the TQ Midgets/600 Micro-Sprints, Tobias Slingshots and Sr. Champ Karts.
Good seats are expected to sell-out quickly for this event, which runs in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009 Race Car and Trade Show at the Atlantic City Convention Center.
Tickets for the races will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets and online at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling the Area Auto Racing News office in Trenton, NJ at 609.888.3618 after noon on August 20th.
In an attempt to provide race fans with more options when selecting their seat for the event, race management has added two new levels of seating, front-row premium seating and upper level reserved seating for the 2009 running of the Gambler’s Classic Atlantic City Indoor Races.
“The past two years we have sold out Saturday night’s reserved seating in advance,” said race organizer Danny Sammons. “With the addition of the upper level reserved seats, more fans will have the opportunity to purchase a reserved seat for the event and not have to worry about finding a seat when they arrive.”
“The front row in Atlantic City is definitely the best place to take in all the action and sold out within minutes of the tickets going on sale last year,” continued Sammons. “By adding the premium seating options we are able to distinguish the front row from the rest of the lower level reserved seats so that those wanting the front row can select it.”
Another new addition to the Indoor Races this year will be a TQ Midget/600 Micro-Sprint A-Main event on Friday night paying $1,000 to the winner and locking the top 12 finishers into Saturday night’s “Gambler’s Classic” A-Main. The night will also feature qualifying races for the TQ/600 Micros, Slingshots and Champ Karts.
Tickets for Friday night’s program are as follows: $27 (Premium seating), $22 (Lower-level reserved), $19 (Upper reserved), $17 (Adult general admission) and $10 (Child-age 12 or younger).
Saturday night’s tickets are $30 (Premium seating), $25 (Lower-level reserved), $22 (Upper reserved), $20 (Adult general admission) and $12 (Children age 12 or younger).
Saturday’s schedule will be jam-packed with excitement, headlined by the “Gambler’s Classic” A-Main for the TQ Midgets/600 Micro-Sprints. The TQ/Micro Sprints will also compete in transfer races to fill out the all-star field. The Slingshot and Champ Karts will run their highly-competitive A-Mains as well.
Plans for a Pole Night to be held on Thursday Night featuring practice and time trials for all three divisions are currently in the works and details about tickets will be released at a later date.
For further information on the Gambler’s Classic, Motorsports 2009 or to pursue sponsorship opportunities, telephone (609) 888-3618 or e-mail danny@aarn.com. Additional information may also be found on the web at www.aarn.com.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (9 am to 6 pm), 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286 - FAX: 215.752.1518 - EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News and AutoLocator Magazine CO-HOST: Racer's Roundtable along with Pete Knappenberger, John Hagen and Barry Angstadt on WXLV-FM 90.3 FM (Schnecksville, PA) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each Sunday.
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MARKETING