2009 Grandview Speedway

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Hamilton had lost his car owner and was left to put together his own team if he wanted to be racing in 2009. Fortunately the 33-year-old Erwinna, PA racer was able to obtain sponsorship. With his own personal funds and sponsor dollars Hamilton was able to put together a team that will run the full schedule of Saturday night NASCAR Modified races at Grandview and also run a few select events at other tracks.

“I don’t know that this would have been possible without Bert Jones and his Beer City business in Quakertown, PA.,” said Hamilton. “He really stepped up big this year. He has been a sponsor in the past but this year he has taken a much bigger position with the team.”
In addition to Beer City, Brian Horrocks will have his Horrocks Fire & Rescue of Collegeville involved as a sponsor along with Adams Glass and Aluminum, Capri Pizza in Pipersville, Eastern Oaks Tree Service and AP Creations.

“Grandview Speedway is the most competitive track around so you want to be able to show up with a strong effort,” said the self employed landscaper (Town and Country Caretakers, Inc.). “The purse is good and that really helps keep you running. The sponsorship support is important but you have to be able to run consistently and take home some prize money to make it all work.

“The competition this season is going to be even tougher. There are some high dollar teams that will be really hooked up. It will be tough competition but I am looking forward to it.”

Hamilton is coming off what he considered a “fair season” with one win at Grandview Speedway and one at nearby Big Diamond Raceway. He did feel that they should have been in victory lane more often.

The popular racer feels confident that he can be a winner at Grandview this season. He will be going up against some tough competition in seven time track champion Jeff Strunk, six time track champion Craig VonDohren, past champion Terry Meitzler, young sensation Billy Pauch, Jr., veteran Meme DeSantis, Ryan Godown, Jon Kellner Sr., Mike Gular and a host of others.

Grandview Speedway kicks off their season with a free-to-the-public practice session on Saturday, March 28th featuring all divisions of competition. The action will start at noon.

The 47th consecutive season of stock car racing at the Berks County clay oval will get the green flag on Saturday, April 4th at 7 p.m. The NASCAR Modifieds will top off the program with a 40-lap feature paying $3,000 to win while the Late Models will be featured in a 20-lap main event.

Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or check in at www.grandviewspeedway.com where a full schedule of events for 2009 can be found.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
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GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY
“One-third-mile, banked clay oval track”
PROMOTER: Bruce Rogers @ 610.754.7688
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COMING EVENTS: Saturday, March 28th, 12 noon, Free-to-the-public practice session featuring all divisions of competition.
Saturday, April 4, 7 p.m. NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds (40 lap feature) and NASCAR Late Models (20 lap feature).
Sunday, April 26th, 2:30 p.m. NEETS Enduro competition (first of eight such events)
SPECIAL EVENT: Wednesday, May 20, 7:30 P.M. THUNDER ON THE HILL SERIES featuring the Keystone Cup Speed Weeks for 410 sprint cars and 358 Modifieds.
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HIEBER READY FOR A BIG SEASON AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA March 7, 2009 . . . Veteran racer Danny Hieber may be biting off more than he can handle with the season he has planned for 2009. The Newtown, PA racer will be a regular in the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds at Grandview Speedway on Saturday nights driving a modified stock car owned by NHRA Pro Stock drag racer Kenny Koretsky.

After being away from the sport for five years Hieber and Koretsky teamed up to field a car in competition at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway last season and they were pleased with the results.

“Overall I would give us a C for performance but a B-plus for effort,” said the 42 year old who manages Bucks County International Trucking in Langhorne. “The 2008 season was a fact finding mission and I think we are ready to be a factor in the racing at Grandview Speedway.”

Hieber also plans to race every Friday night at Big Diamond Raceway in Minersville, PA.

“This is going to be a full blown effort,” said the popular racer with a laugh. “At least as long as I don’t have a heart attack trying to make all this happen.”

One of the big challenges for Hieber and Kortetsky is finding “volunteers” to be part of their pit crews. It will take two different crews for the two nights of racing each weekend.

One guy that Danny is able to count on is his son Andrew who is the “official car washer.” He does not get to go to many of the racing events because of his heavy schedule as a star ice hockey player on the travel circuit that goes up and down the East coast. However Andrew will be able to squeeze in some race car washing and that is important.

He will be kicking off the season with some early season events at Selinsgrove, PA Speedway and Hagerstown, MD Speedway. After that all the efforts will be directed at winning races and earning points toward the championships at Grandview Speedway and Big Diamond Raceway.

Sponsorship for the season long effort will come from Nitro Fish Ultimate Gear, KPK Land Development, Superior Materials, Plaza Car Wash, Bucks County Kawasaki, Bucks County International and Scrappy’s Auto Repair.

Team owner Koretsky, though busy with his own drag racing efforts, made it to a few events last year and liked the way Danny handled himself. He is looking to make more events this season.

This weekend (March 13-15) Koretsky has his NHRA Pro Stock cars and motorcycles in competition in Gainesville, Florida. Koretsky, who was seriously injured in a racing accident a couple seasons back, will not be driving but will be there to make sure his teams have what they need.

Hieber thinks Grandview Speedway, kicking off their season with a free-to-the-public practice session on Saturday, March 28th, will have a strong season.

“I really think local short track racing will continue to rebound in popularity,” said Hieber. “I think people are tired of the Sprint Cup racing with late starts and not much action. Fans are turning back to the excitement of local short track racing, cheap tickets, and that is going to be good for Grandview and other short tracks. It is going to be a great season.”

Grandview Speedway will present NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models each Saturday night along with a variety of special attractions throughout the 2009 season. A full schedule can be found at www.grandviewspeedway.com including eight Sunday events of NEETS Enduro competition and six Thunder on the Hill specials.

The first official event of the season happens on Saturday, April 4, 7 p.m. featuring the NASCAR Modifieds in a 40-lap championship event along with a full show of late model stock car racing. The doubleheader show will kick off the 47th consecutive season at the track.
The one-third-mile, banked clay speedway is located on Passmore Road, just a short distance from Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For information telephone 610.754.7688.
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MEDIA NOTE: We will be sending our season media credentials the week before the season officially starts. If you have not submitted your request please get it to us, fax or e-mail, as soon as possible. Thanks for the consideration shown our media releases. Ernie Saxton

ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
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CELL: 267.934.7286 - FAX: 215.752.1518 - EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
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GRANDVIEW KICKS OFF SEASON WITH FREE PRACTICE ON MARCH 28TH

BECHTELSVILLE, PA February 28, 2009 . . . The tradition continues at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway when a free-to-the-public practice session kicks off the 47th consecutive season of professional auto racing on Saturday, March 28th at noon.

“We are looking for the 2009 season to be another big one,” said track promoter Bruce Rogers. “We are coming off a great season and based on what we have been seeing and hearing during recent show appearances, we think this season will be even better. There is a lot of excitement being generated about the new season.”

Rogers has released a schedule of events that includes a variety of attractions including the standard fare of NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models on most Saturday nights. Included in some Saturday night shows will be ARDC Midgets, URC Sprints, Legends, Sidewinders and more.

Racers from the different divisions of competition will take part in the practice session.

In addition there will be several Thunder on the Hill promotions, created by track owner Bruce Rogers and outside promoter Bob Miller, also featuring a variety of different attractions. The first Thunder event will take place on Wednesday, May 20th, with the Keystone Cup Speed Weeks Series featuring the 410 Sprints and 358 Modifieds. Racing will start at 7:30 p.m.

The official season opener will take place on Saturday, April 4th with a 7 p.m. starting time. The NASCAR Modifieds will be featured in a 40 lap championship event along with a full show of Late Model stock car racing.

Admission prices for regular Saturday night events will remain the same at $13 for adults and $5 for children 6 thru 11. Under 6 are admitted free. There is always free parking and fans are invited to bring their own food and refreshment or enjoy the many items available at the track concession stands at very reasonable prices.

Fans can see the full schedule at www.grandviewspeedway.com or receive a schedule by sending a self addressed stamped envelope to Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc., 1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047.

Money saving season passes that include admission to all Saturday night events are available for just $275.

There are a few events still available for sponsorship (special prices) and details may be had by telephoning 215.752.7797. Additional marketing opportunities are also available at very reasonable costs.

Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road just off Route 100 in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com
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MEDIA NOTE: Season media credentials are available for professional working media planning to cover events at Grandview on a regular basis. Those who have had season media credentials in the past should send an e-mail or telephone us to arrange for this season’s credential. All others seeking credentials should send their request on media letterhead to ESC, Inc. 1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047. All credentials will be mailed the week before the season opens. Thank you. Ernie Saxton

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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January 10, 2009

THUNDER ON THE HILL PRESENTS 20TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY IN 2009

A very ambitious season is planned for the Thunder on the Hill Racing Series when it returns to the Grandview Speedway for their 20th Anniversary season in 2009. The nineteen year history of Thunder on the Hill has paid out more than $2.8 million dollars to the competitors over a total of eighty-five events since 1990. The Thunder Series howcases premier special events that include the 410 Sprints, Modifieds, USAC Wingless Sprints, Late Models, URC Sprints, ARDC Midgets and just about every division that competes on dirt. Along with top shelf divisions, the Thunder Series has lured some of the "all time greatest drivers" to the popular one-third mile high banked Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville, PA Drivers like Steve Kinser, Danny Lasoski, Levi Jones, JJ Yaley, Alan Johnson, Jack Hewitt, Bob and Timmy McCreadie, Billy Pauch, Brett Hearn, Kenny Brightbill, Keith Kauffman, Fred Rahmer, Lealand McSpadden, Lance Dewease, Duane Howard, Billy Decker, Greg Hodnett, Jimmy Horton, Jeff Strunk, Kramer Williamson and Sammy Swindell are on an endless list of "dirt track racing's very best" who have enjoyed some level of success at Thunder on the Hill.

The Thunder Series continues to build on its reputation of attractive purses for the competitors and extremely fan friendly racing programs that start on time and always run off with great efficiency for the spectators. The tradition will go on in 2009 as the NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series will once again offer a quality selection of top notch racing events for fans and competitors alike. Six race dates will populate the already exciting Grandview Speedway schedule.

Our 20th season will include such favorite events like the 3rd Annual Keystone Cup Speed Week Series for the 410 Sprints joined by the 358 Modifieds on Wednesday night, May 20. The third annual return of the USAC National Wingless Sprints will feature a complete show of qualifying leading up to a first time ever Twin 20's format. Thealways exciting ARDC Wingless Midgets will be part of the blockbuster double-header on Tuesday night, June 2. On Tuesday night, June 30 the Thunder Series will present the 19th Annual Pennsylvania Sprint Speed Week Series for 410 Sprints along with the 358 Modifieds.

The second leg of the six race series will take place on Wednesday night, July 15 with the official 20th Anniversary celebration and a triple thunder thriller. The Triple Crown event will feature the 358 Modifieds, URC Sprints and the ARDC Wingless Midgets in an explosive night of entertainment on the hill. The energy builds for the fifth race of the Thunder Series on Thursday night, August 13 with the always exciting TRAFFIC JAM. But this year, there is a different twist to the event as the World of Outlaws Late Models and the Big Block Modifieds team-up for a paint swapping, wheel banging showdown that is sure to leave the outside wall in need of a fresh coat of whitewash. The season will end in typical Thunder style with the most requested Thunder format of all, the Grandview Thunder 5-25's and the Annual House of Thunder Halloween Party on Saturday night, October 17. Of course, it wouldn't be a Thunder Show without some change to mix-up this event.The features only format for the series finale will include the URC Sprints, 358 Modifieds, ARDC Wingless Midgets, Rolling Thunder Legends and a first time showing by the Sportsman Modifieds. Of course the Garden State Vintage Stock Cars will again be part of the show with an added attraction, the Monster Smash Demo Derby, and by the way, the track lights will be off when the green flag falls to start the Monster Smash.

Without a doubt, 2009 could very well be one of the most interesting Thunder Series ever. The all time Thunder on the Hill feature winner is Billy Pauch with eleven victories under his belt. Interesting fact is, all eleven wins were in a sprint car. Pauch has yet to win a Thunder on the Hill modified feature. Lance Dewease is second on the Thunder win list with ten victories, but his last win on the hill was in 2003, that's over a five year win drought. Fast Freddie Rahmer has nine victories and was the Thunder Series sprint champion four of the last five years. In the modified ranks, Jeff Strunk is on top of the list with six wins closely followed by Brett Hearn and Doug Manmiller who each have four wins. Manmiller was the Thunder Series modified champion the last two years.

In total, seventy-four sprint car features were presented and delivered thirty-three different winners. Interesting fact is that there were twenty-four drivers of the thirty-three who own just one Thunder win. For the Modifieds, a total of thirty-five feature events were presented, delivering eighteen different feature winners.

The one lap track record at Grandview Speedway for a sprint car is 11.433, established on May 21, 2008 by Jeff Shepard driving the ZEMCO sprint car. For the modifieds, Billy Decker holds the one lap fast time of 14.349 set on July 16, 2008.

For more information on the 20th Anniversary season of Thunder on the Hill, please visit our website at: www.thunderonthehillracingseries.com

20th Anniversary Thunder on the Hill Racing Series

19 years of Thunder History/85 Events/ More than $2.8 million dollars in payout

Wednesday, May 20 (7:30PM ) Keystone Cup Speed Week Series 410 Sprints & 358 Modifieds
Tuesday, June 2 (7:30 PM) USAC National Wingless Sprint Tour (Twin 20's) & ARDC Wingless Midgets
Tuesday, June 30 (7:30PM) Pennsylvania Sprint Speed Week Series 410 Sprints & 358 Modifieds
Wednesday, July 15 (7:30PM) TRIPLE CROWN THUNDER THRILLER - - FAN FUN NIGHT! ! 358 Modifies (full show) URC Sprints (full show) ARDC Feature Only
Thursday, August 13 (7:30PM) TRAFFIC JAM Twin 50's WoO Late Models & Open Competition Big Block Modifieds
Saturday, October 17 (6:00PM) Grandview Thunder 5-25's & House of Thunder Halloween Party- - - URC Sprints, 358 Modifieds, ARDC Wingless Midgets, Rolling Thunder Legends, Sportsman Modifieds & Garden State Vintage Stock Cars + Monster SMASH DEMO Derby in the dark!
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NEWS FROM GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY
(One-third-mile, banked clay NASCAR sanctioned speedway)
Presenting Saturday night NASCAR 358 Modifieds and Late Models plus a variety of special attractions in 2009
PROMOTER: Bruce Rogers @ 610.754.7688
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
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NO RULE CHANGES FOR RACERS AT GRANDVIEW IN 2009 SEASON PASSES ARE A GREAT BY FOR RACE FANS

BECHTELSVILLE, PA December 23, 2008 . . . There will be no rules changes at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway for the 2009 season.

“We had talked about a possible change or two but after much discussion and consideration of the current economy we have decided to stick with what we have,” said race director Mike Kelly. “That does not mean we will forget about what was under consideration and we will be keeping a very close eye on some areas that seem to have been getting a lot of attention.

“ Racers can now move forward with their plans for tthe new season and not have concerns about any rule changes but we will be keeping a close eye on some areas of interest.”

With Jeff Strunk going after an eighth Modified title, Craig VonDohren trying for a seventh title, Doug Hoffman planning to run a full season along with such standouts as Doug Manmiller, Mike Gular, Terry Meitzler, Ryan Godown and others it is looking like 2009 will be an outstanding season.

And the Late Models provided some great action in 2008 and it looks like it will be more of the same as Brian Shuey has already announced that he will be back looking for another title as

he battles such standouts as defending champion Chuck Schutz, Randy Stoudt, Mike Kellner, Kyle Merkel and others.
With all the great action being planned a season pass for all the Saturday NASCAR stock car racing events at Grandview Speedway just might be what you are looking for. The Saturday night programs will also include some special added attractions including the United Racing Company sprint cars for two events and the American Racing Drivers Club wingless midgets for two events with some other added attractions possible.

2008 season pass holders were able to save some “big bucks” as there were just a couple of rainouts so they got to use their pass for about 24 Saturday night events and that included the big specials such as the Forrest Rogers Memorial and the BPG Racing Freedom 76.

“There will be no increase in the cost of the season pass for 2009. It will remain a $275 bargain,” said promoter Bruce Rogers. “They get to see all the Saturday night events, don’t have to wait in line to buy a ticket and they can also choose to have a reserved seat that will be their seat every Saturday night. It is a great deal for an ardent fan of stock car racing at Grandview.”
Season tickets are now available for just $275. For complete information telephone 610.754.7688.

Management of Grandview Speedway has also announced that the annual awards banquet will return to the Gilbertsville, PA Fire Hall. The 2009 banquet will take place on December 5th.

“Being able to return to Gilbertsville will allow more racers and fans to attend,” said Rogers. “Kutztown, PA Fire Hall was a great banquet site for the last few years but there is just a need for more space. We can have that space by going back to Gilbertsville.”

The 2009 stock car racing season will get the green flag on Saturday, March 28th with the traditional “free-to-the-public” practice session which is open to all divisions of competition. It will start at noon.

Officially the season opens on Saturday, April 4th, 7 p.m. with NASCAR 358 Modifieds and Late Models.
The full schedule for the new season will be released in the near future.

“There is a great deal of interest in the new season. Half of the dates for Saturday night stock car racing already have sponsors,” said track marketing director Ernie Saxton. “We are excited about 2009. We offer some great family entertainment with very reasonable ticket prices, free parking, every seat offers a grand view, bring your own refreshments and fans can visit with the competitors after the races are over. It makes for a great family night out.”

For information on sponsorships, track magazine advertising, billboards and other marketing opportunities contact Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 or Esaxton144@aol.com. There are early season discounts being offered until January 20th.

Grandview Speedway is a one-third-mile, banked clay oval track sanctioned by NASCAR. It is located on Passmore Road just off Route 100 in Bechtelsville, PA. Check out www.grandviewspeedway.com for updated information.
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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, 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