July 17, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE---THANK YOU
CONTACT: BOB MILLER 443 513 4456
THUNDER SERIES 14th Annual TRAFFIC JAM

Just A fact. . . . 95 Indianapolis 500's. . .. . 52 Daytona 500's. . . . 100 Thunder on the Hill Events!

CHAD SINON/BPG MOTORSPORTS BUMPS WINNERS SHARE TO $8,500
FOR TRAFFIC JAM VICTORY AT GRANDVIEW WEDNESDAY NIGHT, AUGUTS 3RD, $20 ADULT ADMISSION

Big bucks are up for grabs for the winner of the NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series 14th Annual TRAFFIC JAM for modifieds to take place at the Grandview Speedway on Wednesday night, August 3rd. Event sponsor Chad Sinon/BPG Motorsports has sweetened the winners share from $5,000 to $8,500 for winning the 60 lap TRAFFIC JAM that will be sanctioned by the Race of Champions. The August 3rd event will mark the fourteenth annual TRAFFIC JAM and past winners include Craig VonDohren in 2010, Brett Hearn, Billy Decker, Alan Johnson, Tim Fuller, Timmy McCreadie, Frank Cozze and Jimmy Horton. Brett Hearn is a four time winner of the TRAFFIC JAM. Joining the modifieds on the program will be the Sportsman competing in a 40 lap feature event. Admission price for this Modified & Sportsman Doubleheader is $20 for adults, children 6-11 is $5 and children under the age of 6 will be admitted for free. In the event of rain, the following night, Thursday, August 4th will be the rain date. Gates open at 5 PM with race time set for 7:30 PM..

The modifieds will qualify through a series of heat race events and a consolation all leading up to the $8,500 to win TRAFFIC JAM. The ROC sportsman will share the program also qualifying through heat race events, a consolation and a 40 lap feature event. Ryan Godown, recent winner of the ROC Battle At Lincoln is an early entry for the 2011 TRAFFIC JAM.

One very special activity that takes place during the annual TRAFFIC JAM event is FAN FEST. Weather permitting, the track gate at the flag stand will swing open after the TRAFFIC JAM starting field is staged on the homestretch. With the starting field, spectators from the grandstands are invited to come on to the speedway and do a meet and greet with the TRAFFIC JAM drivers. Fans are encouraged to bring their camera's and even a program book to collect autographs and photos.

Earlier in the night, race fans may also take part in the Inside/Out Promotion, allowing fans to watch the warm-ups from inside turn four. It's a great viewing location and you'll feel the ground vibrate when the modifieds power off turn four and charge down the homestretch.

Expected modified entries include Billy Decker, Matt Sheppard, Brett Hearn, Stewart Friesen, Duane Howard, Craig VonDohren, Doug Manmiller, MeMe DeSantis, Kevin Hirthler, Mike Gular , Rick Laubach, Billy Pauch and Rusty Smith. The longer distance events at Grandview always provide some excitement. In the 2010 TRAFFIC JAM, Craig VonDohren of Oley, PA upset the competition, driving a small block modified, VonDohren caught the leaders in the closing laps to pocket the $6,000 first place prize.

2011 NAPA AUTO PARTS THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 22nd Season
presented by: VERTICAL Telephone Systems and Lee Myles Transmissions
Grandview Speedway Bechtelsville, PA

Coming Events:

Event #101
When: Wednesday, August 3rd 7:30 PM Gates Open at 5 PM
What: 14th Annual TRAFFIC JAM ROC Modifieds 60 laps $5,000 to win Plus . . . .ROC Sportsman 40 laps
Where: Grandview Speedway 43 Passmore Road, Route 100 Bechtelsville, PA 19505, ten mile north of Pottstown, PA
Admission: Adults $20, Children 6-11 $5 Under 6 Free
Pit Fee: $30
Track #: 610-754-7688
Website: www.thunderonthehillracingseries.com  or www.grandviewspeedway.com 

Past TRAFFIC JAM Feature winners: 2010 Craig VonDohren, 2009 Brett Hearn, 2008 Billy Decker, 2007 Brett Hearn, 2006 Alan Johnson, 2005 Tim Fuller, 2004 Tim McCreadie, 2003 Billy Decker, 2002 Brett Hearn, 2001 Tim McCreadie, 2000 Frank Cozze, 1999 Jimmy Horton, 1998 Brett Hearn.

FAN FEST to take place just before the start of the 60 lap TRAFFIC JAM.

Meet Ms. Thunder on the Hill Stephanie Reid, See JOE the Pizza Dude, The Round Table Girls. Fan Giveaways. Try the popular Inside/Out Promotion where you can watch warm-ups from the inside turn four! Get your Grandview Thunder Program Book, your 22nd Anniversary Thunder on the Hill Racing Series t-shirts, Fireworks on feature parade lap, Fans invited to take part in the joyous victory lane ceremonies and meet the drivers in the pit area following the races.

Thunder Sponsors:
* NAPA Auto Parts- - - Long time Thunder on the Hill Racing Series sponsor will again have their banners and flag waving high above the Grandview Speedway podium.
* Lee Myles Transmissions at three locations in Berks County. Fern Street Reading, Perkiomen Ave 422 Birdsboro and North 5th Street Highway Reading. Other locations in Allentown, Easton, Mt. Pocono and York, PA
* VERTICAL Telephone Systems will return once again to add some fan fun for all the Thunder fans.
*R.M. Palmer Candy Company, Reading, PA
* BPG Racing/Chad Sinon Motorsports- - Making Thunder bigger for all
* Vince's Towing- - Reading, PA

END

 

July 17,  2011

HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS

Hamlin, PA - Rode, Hartman, Kunsman, Kober, Johnston, Burke And Kurtz Share The Spotlight In Hamlin Speedway Feature Wins On S&S Speedway Night
by: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media

A dedicated field of energetic racers and a great group of loyal racing fans converged together in the Pocono Mountains on Saturday evening with all of the elements of surprise and disguise as the warm and breezy weather of the summer season added to last evening's racing events at the Hamlin Speedway as the Smith Family presented the ninth racing card of the season at their 1/5 mile lightning quick speedway. A new track surface greeted the quality field of racing talent as extra time was granted to the 125 entries to dial in their cars for the exciting evening that laid ahead for them. The seven feature event card was completed at 9:44 in the evening as the racers were on their best behavior as the events clicked off in record time. When the final event had been checkered, new faces emerged in the Hamlin Speedway Winners Circle with "The Hot Rod" Kyle Rode capturing his first main event in the All Star Slingshot showdown, Tommy Kunsman returning to victory lane in the 270 main, Jeff Hartman capturing his second win of the week in the 600 Micros, Dale Kober returning to the winner's circle, Grady Johnston scoring his first win in the Rookie 270's, Austin Burke scoring his second consecutive win in the Rookie 600's and "The Midget" Chris Kurtz nailing his second win of the week in the Junior Slingshot encounter.

The evening began with the Junior Slingshot twenty lap attraction and it was Kurtz showing the hot hand from the opening bell as he drove off from fellow pole sitter Kyle Gruber to quickly establishment himself as a showstopper as he raced away from the quality field of youngsters. Gruber gave way to hard driving Thomas Strupp in the runner-up role and the third generation driving Strupp made for an interesting show as his Strupp racing hot rod was a tad faster in lap times but couldn't find the drive off of the turns to challenge Kurtz for the point. Kurtz drove his line to a close win over Strupp at the end of the twenty lap event giving the youngster two wins for the event as Kurtz had captured the Empire Region event at the Accord Speedway on Wednesday night. Zack Weisenfluh continued his great work with a late pass of Gruber to snare third place with Kyle Gruber in fourth and hard driving Taylor Eccles recovering from a skirmish early on in the event to drive back through the field to claim a solid fifth place finish. Kevin Predmore, Tyler Peet, Bobby Flood, Caitlin Henneforth and newcomer Brody Adamsky completed the top ten finishers.

The closing event of the evening was the 25-lap headliner for the All Star Slingshot racers and the event proved to be another classic in the annals of Hamlin Speedway history. First year Hamlin racers Gary Dennis and Joe Howey brought the 25-car starting field to the starting line for the unfurling of starter Russ Furry's green flag. Dennis hopped into the lead with Howey nipping at his heels and Kyle Rode, wasting no time whatsoever, chasing the pair in his Frank Smith Surveyors sponsored speed buggy. Five laps into the event saw Rode emerge with the lead as he slipped by Dennis and one later into the event a caution flew as a remote incident left a few cars disabled including reigning National Slingshot Champion Shannon Smith and contender Gary Dennis. When the racing resumed it was "The Hot Rod" at the point with some new challengers beginning to show their hand and their bumpers as "The Eynon Aggressor" Ben Whitaker muscled his way into the runner-up slot and set sail for Rode. Tenth place starting and recent Hamlin 100 winner "The Rockaway Rocket" Danny Buccafusca found the needed daylight to hustle his way into third place. From ninth starting place came the 2009 National Slingshot Champion Cody Kline and Kline used a variety of Hamlin real estate to become a player in the event. "The Sheriff" Simon Egan found some needed ammunition from 13th starting place and "The Closer" Mike Fogler was following Egan's gunpowder trail to become a contender. "The Rocketman" Ryan Wood, back in a Slingshot in a guest appearance, raced forward from a 17th place start and "The Electric Man" Colin White sizzled through the field after starting from 22nd position. Mack Brink from 19th, and Paul Ennes from 21st added to the list of drivers who were able to figure out the new track surface and emerge as contenders for the win.

Whitaker tried time and time again to dislodge Rode from the point but Rode was determined and didn't waiver as he kept hitting his marks to continue to lead the event. Buccafusca began to stick the nose of his race car underneath Whitaker and made Whitaker play defense for a few laps to hold off the youngster and it allowed for Rode to catch his breath and drive away for a great win at the speedway and a great win for the Rode Family race team. Whitaker was solid in his role as the runner-up and Buccafusca continues to impress everyone with his talent and winning attitude as the Garden Stater was a Monday night visitor to the popular and award winning CARQUEST Gasoline Alley TV/Internet show hosted by Ed and Steve Pados. Cody Kline was smooth as silk in collecting fourth place money and Simon Egan completed the top five. Mike Fogler, Ryan Wood, Colin White, Mack Brink and Paul Ennes completed the top ten that showed 21 of the 25 completing all 25-laps of the feature event.

Austin Burke executued "Burke's Law" as he raced his Burke Trucking non-winger into the lead in the rookie 600 Micro clash and showed his tailfeathers to the entire field as he nailed his marks lap after lap to gain his second consecutive win at the speedway. "The J-Shot" Jacob Hendershot stayed with Burke throughout the event and eighth place starting Eddie Strada continues to impress the local railbirds at the speedway as the "South Canaan Sensation" has quickly learned the ropes of the open wheel division with a greta third place run. Simon Egan donned the revolvers and did double duty and raced hard to a fourth place finish in the maiden voyage of the S&S Speedways open wheeler. Tim Howell completed the top five. Sixth through tenth were Larry Mekic, Justin Brewster, Riley Moczulski, New Hampshire driving talent Luke Greenwood and Empire State wheelman Stephen Reynolds.

"The Bushkill Bullet" Kyle Rohner, fresh off a runner-up performance at the Accord Speedway on Friday evening at the Accord Speedway in the full sized race cars, took the lead from his pole start with the one of the hottest drivers in the country Jeff Hartman nipping at his heels. The pair of dualing racing stars were on the right on the money as they mirrored each other on the race track with move after move in searching for the quickest real estate available to them. Rohner, in only his fourth start in the Phillips racing entry, has adapted to the new division with ease as led the field through the first 15-laps of the event. Disaster struck Rohner as the field got into lapped traffic on the fifteenth lap of the event. Seeking to find a way to keep Hartman behind him while moving through traffic, Rohner got up over the wheel of a fellow competitor and was launched across the racetrack with all of the front runners scrambling and spinning and blocking the race track. Rohner was sent to the back of the pack for the restart and third place running Jonathan Hull was eliminated from the event as was the lapped car of Rick Calvert. Hartman now in the lead and Brett Michalski taking up the chase. The final ten laps were run without incident as Hartman captured the win and his second of the week after being victorious at the Kutztown Fairgrounds on Wednesday night. Michalski was the runner-up with Kyle Lick in third place, Massachusetts traveling man Mick D'Agostino in fourth and steady Jay Hartman competing the top five. Brian Gilmore, Shannon Smith in a great driving performance, Austin Burke, Billy Clark and Brett Arndt completed the top ten.

Scott Avery took the lead at the start of the rookie 270 Micro feature but slide up the raceway in turn two allowing Hayden Miller to seize the point with Makenzie Harper challenging. West Hartford, Connecticut hot shoe Grady Johnston moved past Harper and set sail for the leader Miller. Racing for position on lap-16, Miller and Johnston touched wheels with Miller losing the handle and sliding around backwards. On the restart it was Johnston cruising to his first win at Hamlin with Paul Rimsky scoring a runner-up in best best finish to date, Miller rallying back to third, newcomer Jenna Wediner in fourth and Harper completing the top five.

Tommy Kunsman Jr scored his first 2011 win at the speedway and did so in convincing fashion as he led all laps on his way to an appearance victory lane. Hard-driving and hard luck campaigner Larry Hoagland finally shook off the demons that had been hindering his track work at the speedway as he drove to a solid runner-up finish with Gene Burd in third place, CJ Heinig in fourth and "The Cadillac Man" Kurt Bettler completing the top five.

The Super Slinger shootout was another classic as the excitement was plentiful with "Double J" Jimmy Johnston leading the first seven laps before yielding to the S&S firepower of Dale Kober. Kober was cat-quick as took the lead and clicked off the fastest times of the night for the division at 14.184 seconds per lap. Before Kober could get comfortable and go to cruise control a new challenger arose as Lake Ariel resident Charlie Bodine shook off the ring rust of a couple of seasons and returned to the racing wars as if he never left as he chased Kober down in traffic to put in a good solid effort as he chased Kober to the flag with a runner-up finish. Aaron Henneforth drove his H-4 Property Management hot rod to a third place finish with hard charging Henry Anderson in fourth place and Wes Hearn completing the top five. Jimmy Johnston ended up in sixth place with Tom Arntz, Paul Ennes, Bob Clark and Jerry Hughes completing the top ten finishers.

POCO-NOTES:

The Smith Family in keeping pace with the great competition at the speedway added additional clay to the racing surface during the past week and the concentrated effort paid off in dividends with great racing taking place in all divisions. The track was extremely racy and the side by side action was appreciated by another great fan count for the racing activity. Randy Smith took some needed breaks in the racing action by giving the track surface a much needed drink of water throughout the evening.

New racers were again in abundance as the Super Slingers had Charlie Bodine, Zach and Jenna Weidner returned to the 270 Micro ranks as did Kyle Rutledge, who did double duty when he hopped a ride in the Tom Arntz equipment for a go in the Slingshot wars. Tony Iudicello, Joseph J Smith and Brett Arndt returned to action and Hudson, New Hampshire hot shoe made a return to Hamlin and did double duty in the family owned racers. Dan Beacon made his third appearance of the season at Hamlin and was impressive as he was steady in second place in the rookie 600's until mechanical woes forced him to the sidelines. The Beacon racer is wrenched by Modified talent Joe Eisenhauer who for many seasons was a fixture at the old Lake Mocatek raceway. Mark Henneforth borrowed his brother's ride to make a good showing the Slingshot main event in 15th position.

Heat race wins went to Chris Kurtz and Kyle Gruber in the Juniors while Justin Brewster and Austin Burke claimed wins in the Rookie 600's. All Star Slingshot heat winners were Gary Dennis, Shannon Smith and Ben Whitaker while Mack Brink captured the 12-lap B-Main. Scott Avery won the Rookie 270 Micro heat and Austin Burke, Joseph Smith and Jonathan Hull won the 600 heat events. Super Slinger heats were won by Aaron Henneforth and Charlie Bodine and the 270 Micro heats went to Kyler Rutledge and Larry Hoagland.


RESULTS:

All Star Slingshots: Kyle Rode, Ben Whitaker, Danny Buccafusca, Cody Kline, Simon Egan, Mike Fogler, Ryan Wood, Colin White, Mack Brink, Paul Ennes, John Pantis, Henry Anderson, Charlie Lawrence, John Rooks Jr, Mark Henneforth, Billy Clark, Troy Langendoerfer, Dale Kober, John Bockhorn, Hunter Smith, Joe Howey, Gary Dennis, Shannon Smith, Don Scmidt, Jimmy Johnston

600 Wingless Micros: Jeff Hartman, Brett Michalski, Kyle Lick, Mick D'Agostino, Jay Hartman, Brian Gilmore, Shannon Smith, Austin Burke, Billy Clark, Brett Arndt, Shelby Harper, Tony Iudicello, Alex Curley, Kyle Rohner, Joseph J Smith, Chad Sandt, Jonathan Hull, Luke Greenwood, Grant Hilfiger, Dan Beacon

270 Micros: Tommy Kunsman Jr, Larry Hoagland, Gene Burd, CJ Henig, Kurt Bettler, Robbie Watson, Kyle Rutledge, Richie O'Neill, Larry Mekic, Rick Casario, Zach Weidner

Junior Slingshots: Chris Kurtz, Thomas Strupp, Zack Weisenfluh, Kyle Gruber, Tayloe Eccles, Chris Kurtz, Kevin Predmore, Tyler Peet, Bobby Flood, Caitlin Henneforth, Brody Adamsky, Collin Dubois, Evan Van Valkenburg, Kira White

Super Slingshots: Dale Kober, Charlie Bodine, Aaron Henneforth, Henry Anderson, Wes Hearn, Jimmy Johnston, Tom Arntz, Paul Ennes, Bob Clark, Jerry Hughes, Del Howell, Kevin Olver, Herb Finger, John Rooks Sr, Lea Anna Tonkin, Roger Collins

270 Rookie Micros: Grady Johnston, Paul Rimsky, Hayden Miller, Jenna Weidner, Makenzie Harper, Scott Avery

600 Wingless Rookie Micros: Austin Burke, Jacob Hendershot, Eddie Strada, Simon Egan, Tim Howell, Larry Mekic, Justin Brewster, Riley Moczulski, Luke Greenwood, Stephen Reynolds, Steve Van Valkenburg, Shelby Ogazaly, Danielle Dickinson, Carol Shire, Jamie Czekai, Dan Beacon, Heidi Hedin

Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 1 PM; Drivers Meeting at 4:45; Hot Laps are at 5:00 and the racing begins at 6 PM sharp. Admission Prices are: Adults $8.00; Senior Citizens $4.00 Children under 6 are Free; Pit Pass: $20.00 The "new" General Admission Bonus Pack is available for families: It consists of 4 General Admission Tickets + $20.00 in Food Vouchers for $40.00 (a savings of $12.00)

July 23th racing action at the speedway offers up a Regular show with all seven divisions at the speedway in action with special events for the 270's going WINGLESS at the premier speedway in the Poconos

For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeedway.com  or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500. For video work or questions regarding the purchase of videos from the exciting on-track action at the Hamlin Speedway, contact videographer Barry Boyd at: http://www.boydracingvideos.com  For photos of all of the Great racing action contact Rick Schwindenhammer Racing Photos at: http://www.ricksracingphotos.zenfolio.com
Visit us often for a great night of racing action as............................................

The Hamlin Speedway Is The Gateway To The Poconos
 

July 17,  2011

ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS

Accord, NY- Mel Shrufer-Izes Top Modified Field In Wire To Wire Accord Speedway Triumph
By: Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media

Post card picture perfect is perhaps the best description for the grand weather and the serene setting of the Catskill Mountains in the month of July but as the wagons circled the pit area of the Accord Speedway the loyal and enthusiastic fans who fill the grandstand seats had thoughts of high speeds and theatrics in their minds as they nestled in their seats for the grand show that was about to unfold. The five regular racing divisions and the return of the RaceSaver CRSA Sprint Cars gave the pristine and wall to wall racing facility quite a workout when the final checkered flag fell for Garden State talent Craig Rochelle in his Wayne Subaru sponsored winged hot rod. Through an exciting evening of side by side heat racing action that carried through into the feature events, the quarter mile main stage of the Accord Speedway saw Bloomingburg, New York modified veteran Mel Schrufer take advantage of a front row start to go on and "Schruferize" the field and claim the Modified win, Tim Brown capturing the Pure Stock feature win, Whitey Slavin nipping Kyle Rohner at the line in a photo finish of the Spec Sportsman main, Anthony Perrego returning to the Sportsman division and winning the feature in a close battle with Kevin Ward and Rochelle holding off the advances of teenagers Brittany Tresch and John Virgilo to capture the CRSA main event. The evening was another great night of racing entertainment sponsored by Bob and Charlene Flood's All Season Fuel Company located in Montgomery, New York.

The resurgent Neil "The Wheel" Harris and Mel Schrufer brought the 22-car VP Fuels/Rhinebeck Ford Modified starting field down for the initial green flag of the 30-lap headliner and Schrufer quickly cranking up the revs to seize control of the lead when in turn three Harris slid up in front of Michael Storms and the two made contact and quickly ending Storm's feature run. On the restart it was Schrufer on the gas with the hard driving "Iceman" Dom Roselli going topside in an effort to track him down. As the tight racing action continued it was Schrufer in control of the point with Roselli staying close to the leader. The action at midpack was like the storming of the Bastile as everyone was searching for an opening and the first to break through was the "Rocket" Robbie Green in his R Brewer Landscaping sponsored mount as he moved in behind Roselli. "The Statesman" Jerry Higbie, fresh off a convincing runner-up finish at the Sharon Speedway on Wednesday night, moved the Hutchings Insurance/Shaver Construction hot rod into contention from twelveth starting spot as the Big Block powered machine was really digging into the Accord clay. "Iron" Mike Ricci had the Mastrocola owned chariot on the move from 17th spot as Ricci seemed to find all avenues of the speedway offering him a welcome mat as he sped his way through the field. "The Wild Child" Andy Bachetti and "DC" Danny Creeden also became players as they worked their way forward by the halfway mark.

After the midway point of the race it appeared that Schrufer was dropping off a tick or two in lap time but Roselli was not able to captialize as he too was slowing down as the race progressed. Mike Ricci disposed of Bachetti, Higbie and Green to rally into third place and Creeden was able to take the measure of Higbie with an inside pass off of turn four. "Showtime" Danny Tyler began the event from 18th starting spot and charged through the field to become a player with ten laps to go. A Bachetti/Higbie tangle on the 28th lap slowed the field with Higbie ending his night and when the racing resumed it became a two lap shootout with Schrufer racing his way into the Lucas Oil Products Winners Circle with his ifirst win the 2011 racing season. Roselli iced over the field with great runner-up run and Ricci was spectacular from start to finish to the end up in third place. Robbie Green continues to impress with another solid performance in fourth and Danny Creeden was masterful in completing the top five finishers. The second five consisted of Danny Tyler, Richard Smith, point leader Brett Hearn, the returning to action Mark Pullen and Mike Sabia from 20th starting spot in his Big Hick Wood sponsored Big Block hot rod.

The Healey Brothers Spec Sportsman main event proved to be a "Katie Bar The Door" action packed thrill a second attraction that was settled in the final couple of inches of Accord clay. The vastly improving Wayne Devantoy led the first two laps before yielding to the high flying "Hollywood" Whitey Slavin. Slavin led two laps before losing the lead on a restart to Matt Hitchcock. Hitchcock was good on the bottom of the speedway but Slavin was better from the top and with a full head of steam behind him pulled even with Hitchcock in turn three and regained the lead with a top of the clay move past Hitchcock upon exiting turn four. The racing action remained tight and ninth place starting defending track champion "The Bushkill Bullet" Kyle Rohner began to find the range with some quality driving off of the bottom of the speedplant. Rohner moved into third place on lap fifteen and moved pat Hitchcok one lap later. Slavin was a rocket from the top of the raceway and Rohner was equally as good from the bottom as they raced for the path to glory. Rohner was able to nose under Slavin on occasion but Slavin never waivered as the pair drove off of turn four in search of the checkered flag and it was Slavin grabbing his second win of the season at Accord by a mere couple of inches in a stellar feature performance for the Spec Sportsman racers. After the event in the pit area the pair of driving stars congratulated each other for racing each other clean and green in he final stages of the feature run. Matt Hitchcock was a close third with "Tommy Gun" Tommy Johnson corraling fourth place and Wayne Devantoy hanging tough to complete the top five. Mike DuBois, John Sundlof, Tyler Dippel, driver of the week Joe Judge and lady racer Bryanna Hurban completed the top ten.

"The Rebel" Tim Brown utilized a front row start to display his racing prowess as he led from start to finish stuff to capture the Arkel Motors Pure Stock feature event in a wire to wire win. The win didn't come easy for Brown as breathing down his tailpipe for the entire encounter was veteran campaigner John Woinoski. Woinoski was turning slightly faster times but coudn't find enough of an open lane to slip by the glued to the top Brown. Brown scored his second win of the season with Woinoski in the runner-up role and "Smokin" Joe Narok using a late race charge to garner a third place finish. Mike Deyo ran a steady race to claim fourth and low-buck racer Gene Helms remained in the hunt to complete the top five.

The Camper's Barn Sportsman headliner had the "Kingston Kruiser" Greg McCloskey showing the way for the first three laps until former track champion Jeff Hulseapple raced the Vitale Motorsports speed buggy into the lead. Hulseapple led through the midway point of the event until Anthony Perrego found his way past him and tried to separate himself from the rest of the field. A restart with seven laps remaining saw point leader and four time winner in 2011 Kevin Ward come a knocking on doors as he slipped by Hulseapple and set sail for Perrego. A late caution brought about a two lap shootout and the the leaders didn't disappoint the large crowd on hand as Perrego and Ward duked it out with Perrego edging out Ward in another fantastic battle the Accord Speedway is well-noted for. Hulseapple did great work to claim third place and hard luck David Coene was fourth after being a contender in the event and getting slowed a bit after an untimely encounter with the unforgiving front stretch Redil-Rock. Talented Will Dietz practically stole the show as he used a variety of great moves to come from 19th starting spot to complete the top five. Greg McCloskey, Jesse Marks, Joe Giachinta, Kenny Ferrier and Vinny DeCicco completed the top ten finishers.

The RaceSaver CRSA racing action found 33 winged warriors signing in for the regional qualifying event. After a series of heats that were won Frank Lieto, Stephanie Stevens and Mark Sasso and a B-Main that was captured by Modified wheel twister Luke Monroe, the 24-car starting field was set for the 25-lap headliner. Craig Rochelle grabbed the lead at the outset and was pressured by rookie Brittany Tresch and Phil Peworchik. Rochelle was real good from the bottom of the raceway as he seemingly gave his competitors the opportunity to attack him from the upper reaches of the raceway. Veteran racer Hank Katz got upside down on lap three to bring a halt to the action and Mark Sasso backed his racer into the fence on lap five. Once the racing was able to go green for an extended length of time the Rochelle and rookie Tresch and John Virgilo raced away from the field. Just as quickly all eyes in the grandstand became focused on the show-stopping Jeff Van Steenburg as Van Steenburg slipped back a few places at the start of the event and now came roaring through the field like a runaway Santa Fe Railroad train. Van Steenburg, whose father "Stretch" was a legendary racing figure at the Accord Speedway and many other race tracks in the Northeast, enjoyed the speedway real estate on the cushion and whether above or below the cushion quickly raced his way to the front. Van Steenburg grabbed the lead way from Rochelle easily on lap fourteen coming out of turn four and quickly separated himself from the field with lap times of 12.6 seconds. Van Steenburg put a straightway lead on the field in five laps as he kept pouring the coals to the TTI Luxury MotorCoach winger. On his way to a convincing victory, suddenly things turned sour for Van Steenburg as he jumped the cushion in turn one and gave the unforgiving Redi-Rock a hard whacking that sent some Accord Speedway billboards flying off into the night air and ending the great run by Van Steenburg. Once the racing resumed it was Rochelle back in front with Tresch and Virgilo following. Both rookies mounted a challenge but seemed content to hope for a Rochelle mistake to happen to advance further in the event. Rochelle never waivered and went to claim the win in his Wayne Subaru sponsored mount with Tresch and Virgilo following. Brett Jaycox was fourth and Frank Lieto completed the top five. The second five consisted of John Cunningham, current point leader and former Modified hot shoe Jamie Christian, former ARDC Midget racer Stephanie Stevens, former CRSA champion Jeremy Quick and Billy Jaycox.


MUDPLUGS:

The speedway was kept in great racing condition throughout the evening by Gary Palmer and staff. Palmer and his staff continue to work their magic on the speedway grounds throughout the season and the facility is kept squeaky clean and pristine for the fans to come out and enjoy a great night of racing activity. The recent addition of some new equipment to handle some of the maintenance for the speedway has been a godsend for the hard-working Palmer and he continues to keep the speedway surface smooth throughout the evening of ground-pounding excitement. A tremendous tip of the fedora goes out to the Palmer Family for the evening as they added just an extra dollar to the admission price for the evening to come out and see the extra added show put on by the traveling RaceSaver CRSA warriors. CRSA head guru thanked the Palmer Family and Media correspondent Steve Pados for the great show and the added information the announcing staff at the speedway were able to share with the fans in regards to the Albany, New York traveling band of racers. The CRSA show returns to the speedway on September 24th as part of the tremendous King of the Catskills weekend the Palmer Family has set in place at the speedway. More information will follow regarding the gigantic weekend of racing activities as a few details remain to be worked out.

New cars and drivers always seem to arrive at the speedway on a weekly basis and this week Lem Atkins had his own racer in the field for the evening. Atkins, a sponsor on the Joe Judge racer, had replaced Judge in the seat after Judge suffered a broken wrist in job related incident. Atkins run came up short as a problem with his racer found him against the Redi Rock on lap nine and falling out of the vent. Steven Kanuk replaced Chris in the family mount and raced to a seventh place finish in the Pure Stock encounter. Anthony Perrego expired a motor in his Modified a few weeks ago and returned to the Sportsman division for the remainder of the 2011 racing season as his Sportsman motor from a season ago remained in the shop arsenal. Perrego was at the top of his game on his way to score a victory in the main event.

Modified heats were captured by Mike Storms, Mel Schrufer and Dom Roselli with the B-main going to Scott Ferrier. Darrell Ford and David Coene won the Sportsman heats and Guy Harby and Kyle Rohner captured the Spec Sportsman heats. Dave Demorest and Pat Zimmer were victorious in the Pro Stock heats and Pure Stock winners were Jerry Craig and Tim Brown. The Pro Stock feature was postponed and will be added to a future date at the speedway.

In attendance at the speedway was legendary Modified and Sprint car ace Roger Horvath who enjoyed the close racing action throughout the evening. Three-time feature event winner in the Legend racing division in 2011, Richie Van Orden was on hand with his pristine race behind the grandstand area as he gave the fans the fans the opportunity to see up close and personal the workings of the nifty little 1200cc racing creations that resemble many of the pre-war body styles that were used back in the day only now being contructed of fiberglass. The Palmer Family are dealers for the race cars and should anyone have an interest in joining the new division at the speedway through the purchase of a new car or an existing racer in the area should contact the Palmer Family at: 845 626 3478.

Michael Neher won the $50.00 prize from the Pick the Winner program from the weekly publication of the speedway program "The Accordian" as he was the only predicter of the Mel Schrufer win at the speedway. Bob and Charlene Flood would like to thank the Accord Speedway and all of the well wishers at the speedway for the great night of sponsoring the night of racing at the speedway. Flood brought one of the All Season Fuel trucks to the speedway grounds and the beautifully detailed truck found many fans taking a look at it during the evening. The pride of owenership carries over to the All Season Fuel race cars as the team has always presented a first class operation for their young driver Bobby "The Flash" Flood at the Accord and Hamlin Speedway racing facilities scheduled racing events.

RESULTS:

VP Fuels/Rhinebeck Ford Modifieds: Mel Schrufer, Dom Roselli, Mike Ricci, Robbie Green, Danny Creeden, Danny Tyler, Richard Smith, Brett Hearn, Mark Pullen, Mike Sabia, Andy Bachetti, Richie Eurich, Bobby Hentschel, Jerry Higbie, Neil Harris, Jimmy Wells, Kevin Duryea, Clinton Mills, Rick Mill, Scott Ferrier, Jeff Heotzler, Mike Storms

Camper's Barn Sportsman: Anthony Perrego, Kevin Ward, Jeff Hulseapple, David Coene, Will Dietz, Greg McCloskey, Jesse Marks, Joe Giachinta, Kenny Ferrier, Vinny DeCicco, Dave Werber, Randy Green, Ryan Stortini, Lenny Helmich, Mike Barrett, Darrell Ford, Chris Stevens, RJ Smith, Brad Szulewski, Howard Jarvis, Shane Jablonka

Healey Brothers Group Spec Sportsman: Whitey Slavin, Kyle Rohner, Matt Hitchcock, Tommy Johnson, Wayne Devantoy, Mike DuBois, John Sundlof, Tyler Dippel, Joe Judge, Bryanna Hurban, AJ Williams, Patrick Murphy, Tyler Boniface, Kyle Cicio, Guy Harby, Lem Atkins, Kevin Smith, Nick Plumstead, Pete Booth, Phil Johnson

Arkel Motors Pure Stocks: Tim Brown, John Woinoski, Joe Narok, Mike Deyo, Gene Helms, Jim Cuneo, Steven Kanuk, Jerry Craig, Ryan Johnson, Joel Murns, Dillon Johnson, Harry Bachman, Ray Tarantino, Steve Cooper, Gary Predmore, Jason Krom

RaceSaver CRSA Sprint Cars: Craig Rochelle, Brittany Tresch, John Virgilo, Brett Jaycox, Frank Lieto, John Cunningham, Jamie Christian, Stephanie Stevens, Jeremy Quick, Billy Jaycox, Curtis June, Josh Pieniazek, Warren Alexson, Billy Van Inwegen, Phil Peworchik, Luke Monroe, Jeff Van Steenburg, Geoff Quackenbush, Jeff Taylor, Danny Varin, Mark Sasso, Chad King, John Matrafailo, Hank Katz

Racing every Friday night from April through September. July 22nd finds Van Kleeck Tire Night headlining the racing activity at the speedway with the Lebanon Valley Speedway Qualifier in place. Pit Gates open at 4:30; Spectator Gates open at 5:00; Hot Laps are at 6:30 and the racing begins at 7 PM. Regular show admission is Adults $12.00 (12+) Children $3.00 (11+ under) Indoor Seating $20.00; Family four pack special: 2 Adults + 2 Children and $20.00 in Food Vouchers for $40.00 ( a savings of $10.00)

Midweek Madness continues on Wednesday evening July 20th and runs through August 31st with a great new format and exciting racing action with the small divisions of motorsports. For more information regarding the great racing action found at the Accord Speedway, call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478 or log-on to their newly designed and well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com 
We are easy to find at 299 Whitfield Road, two miles off Route 209. At the Accord Speedway..................................


A Trail Of Dirt Leads Right To Our Door

 

July 17, 2011

Grant Great at K-C Boss Sprints
Hot Rod Conley Hottest in AMRA Lates
Mather Masters Hobbies/Ervin Earns 4-Cyl Cash

July 16, 2011 Results FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

By Scott Wolfe

CHILLICOTHE, OHIO-The first appearance of non-winged sprint cars since 1994 was a huge success as the new breed of California Kid, 19-year old Justin Grant garnered the 2nd Annual Gene Comstock Memorial for BOSS sprint cars on the high banks of Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway. Hot Rod Conley, Wheelersburg, Ohio bested the potent AMRA Late Model field, Brandon Mather broke Jamey Adams' win streak in the Hobby Stocks, and Todd Ervin won the first appearance of the Rear-wheel Drive Four Cylinders. The sprint feature was the first-ever BOSS event. (K-C's non-winged United States Auto Club event was rained out last year, making Saturday's non-wing show the first in nearly two decades)
Formerly of Lone, California, the 2010 National USAC Rookie of the Year, who now calls Piqua, Ohio home, Justin Grant put on one heck of a show in making a clean sweep and dusting the field in the 25-lap Buckeye Outlaw Sprint Series"Gene Comstock Memorial". The race was held in honor of the late Gene Comstock, Huntington, WV one of just a few Tri-State racers who were the early pioneers of the current NASCAR series. Prior to national success, Comstock was on open wheel ace with several hundred feature wins to his credit.
Grant won his heat, then blitzed off into the sunset with a colorful barnstorming effort high against the K-C concrete wall. Grant lapped all, but the top four cars in the masterful flex of power. Although Grant was spectacular far ahead of his competitors, it was the action back in the pack that also thrilled the crowd.

Joss Moffett anchored second most of the way as the point man of a torrid dual with Dustin Smith. For 25 laps the duo raced side by side, nose to tail, swapping slide jobs at regular intervals. Moffett got loose in turn one on the 14th circuit and was barely clipped by Smith, sending Moffett--a former Lawrenceburg, IN champion--into a 360.

Moffett kept the car in motion and within a lap was right back battling with Smith for second. Former K-C regular Adam Strausser was fast all night long, winning his heat and anchoring a solid fourth. Meanwhile, a gaggle of cars fought for fifth, swapping position at regular intervals in tight confines of the dangerous open wheel realm. Todd Keen finally zoomed from 9th to fifth ahead of high flyer Aaron Middaugh.

Jason Soudrette earned hard charger honors with a 15th to 7th charge. Keen and Middaugh battled hard for a top five then was joined by Soudrette for a three-way battle. In the same gaggle Landon Simon Michael Fischesser and Josh Slone in Eddie Slone's 4x fought for a top ten.

As Grant's Claxton Engines/DRC Chassis roared to the win, the rest of the top ten filed across the line in this order: Dustin Smith, Joss Moffett, Adam Strausser, Todd Keen, Aaron Middaugh, Jason Soudrette, Landon Simon, Michael Fischesser, and Josh Slone. Other credible efforts were given to Travis Welpott, Mike Weber, Jeb Lowder, Duane Spille, and Ernie Christian, who was an accident victim after running second in his heat.

After a trio of victory 360's, Grant reeled a great deal of enthusiasm from the K-C crowd. Grant, the Ohio transplant said excitedly after a cage stand and salute to the crowd, "I'd like to thank Mark Hery my car owner for this opportunity and thank all of my sponsors. This car was on a rail both tonight and last night. K-C is a nice facility and it's nice to win the first time out here."

The Late Model feature was the typical action-packed, highly competitive bout that K-C fans have come to expect. Athens, OH driver Ralph Withem led the first four laps before hot Rod Conley reeled him in. Next, former champ Jason Montgomery blasted by Withem along with Mike Wilson, allowing Montgomery to challenge Conley for the lead. Montgomery took the lead on lap seven, but a caution for Paul Davis reverted the lead back to Conley. Davis collected fellow Kentucky hot-shoe Ken Howell in the process.

Although it appeared their chances had narrowed, both fought back up through the pack for top ten finishes in some of the best passing laps of the night. First heat winner K-C Burdette suffered a flat tire, ending his night.

A couple laps later, a hard-charging Delmas Conley climbed the wall in turn four. With the right front wheel still up on the wall, Conley backed the car down onto the track, shook it down, said "it's a go" and went to the tail, setting up an exciting charge back to fourth place.

A pile-up that left nowhere to go eliminated top runner Kevin Wagner, who has had a great deal of success at K-C over the last few weeks. Collected in the incident were hard-challengers Dean Boyd, Brian Eaton, Kenny Spencer, and Tony Roush. Only Roush and Spencer were able to continue.

Meanwhile, 10th place starter Audie Swartz, Mark Frazier, and Racin' Jason Perry were on the move and in a battle with second heat winner Billy Gullion. Frazier had a top five all night long, but around the 19th circuit his car began to smoke and he dropped out along with Montgomery.

As Delmas Conley and Paul Davis blasted back toward the front, Rod Conley pulled away from the field with Wilson now in second. Swartz made a late race charge, as he and Wilson swapped positions and slide jobs over the last two laps. It appeared Wilson locked wheels with Swartz coming down to the checkered scattering both cars in different directions a Wilson backward toward the finish line. Withem had a rocket-ship all night and finished strong at third.

Conley crossed for the win followed by Swartz, Ralph Withem, Delmas Conley, Paul Davis, Ken Howell. Tony Roush, Brett Foster, Kenny Spencer, Mike Wilson, and Mark Frazier. Swartz and Tony Roush shared hard charger honors passing eight cars each.

Said Conley, "This racing business is tough. It's tough every night out and everyone is fast anymore. I am glad to bring home the win. Thanks to Conley Trucking and all the guys back at the shop. Sometimes it seems we have to work more on our trucks (Conley Trucking) than the race cars, but that's what makes the racing possible. Thanks to all the fans who came out tonight."

In the Hobby Stock Main, the field fought the law, and...."the law won!" Yes, literally. Brandon Mather, a Chillicothe Police officer, who has been getting smoother and faster every week was the wheel-man that broke a 10 race win streak of Jamey Adams.

Saturday, Mather was also Bounty Hunter as he collected a four-week old Bounty on Adams of $168 in addition to his prize money. The bounty was the idea of the crowd, who proposed upping the bounty $42 each week until someone defeated Adams. The four-week total was $168.

Said an emotional Mather in victory lane, "Wow! I don't know what to say," Then laughing, Mather said, "I'm glad the track staff told me where to go, I've never been here before."
Mather added, "Thanks to my crew, engine builder Rick Shoemaker at Central Auto Parts and everyone else who helped me get here. This is a Jamey Adams Chassis. I have him to thank, because he's the one that makes us all go fast."

Good racing again took place back in the pack. Brandon Thompson tried Mather a couple of times, but didn't have the zap he needed to pull off the win. Thompson did, however, hold off Adams for second with Tommy Mossbarger in fourth. Bruce Gray, Jr. held down second early in the race, but despite being fast slipped back to a torrid battle with Mossbarger for fourth.
On the sixth circuit, young Blake Sheets caught the wall and flipped wildly into turn number four, scattering parts and his rear-end housing onto the track. The bad accident scene turned good, when Sheets emerged from the badly damaged car only shaken.

Racing heated back up with Mather up front and Thompson, Adams, and Mossbarger in tow. Tracey Ross continued his string of solid runs with another good showing, while Butch Eblin staged one of his best finishes of the year with K-C hard-chargers Jack Martin and Tim Cutler close behind.

The finish trickled down in this order: Brandon Mather, Brandon Thompson, Jamey Adams, Tommy Mossbarger, Bruce Gray, Jr., Tracey Ross, Butch Eblin, Jack Martin, Tim Cutler, and Blake Sheets. Keith Dubois (2nd) and Evan Seitz had good heat runs, but suffered mechanical problems.

Todd Ervin took the early lead and never looked back in claiming the first Four Cylinder event of the year at K-C. Derek Davis ran strong all night, but was unable to make the run he needed on the flying Ervin. Ervin said in victory lane, "Thanks to all my friends, my family, and sponsors for helping me out. It really feels good to be able to win here at K-C."

Ervin topped first heat winner James Ball and a stout field of four cylinders to get the win. Rounding out the top ten were Derek Davis, Tom McVey, Kyle Purdy, James Ball, John Smith, Chip Truitt, Adam Haynes, Dustin Hartley, Steve Cruse, Scott Henry, and Zach Ackley.

Next week, July 23 is Vendors Night which features all of K-C's fine sponsors. On the race card are 410 Winged Sprints, Advanced Services Modifieds and Hobby Stocks. In addition to the hefty pay-off the top nine cars in the sprints will win a free Goodyear Racing Tire.

For More Information visit www.kc-raceway.com  or call 740-663-4141.


BOSS Non-Winged Sprints (15)

Heat One: Adam Strausser, Aaron Middaugh, Mike Weber, Duane Spille, Ernie Christian
Heat Two: Dustin Smith, Travis Welpott, Landon Simon, Josh Slone, Jeb Lowder
Heat Three: Justin Grant, Joss Moffett, Todd Keen, Michael Fischesser, Jason Soudrette
Gene Comstock Memorial: Justin Grant, Dustin Smith, Joss Moffett, Adam Strausser, Todd Keen, Aaron Middaugh, Jason Soudrette, Landon Simon, Michael Fischesser, Josh Slone, Travis Welpott, Mike Weber, Jeb Lowder, Duane Spille, Ernie Christian

AMRA Late Models (25)
Fast Time: Jason Montgomery 13:763
Heat One: K-C Burdette, Delmas Conley, Jason Montgomery, Audie Swartz, Kevin Wagner, Dean Boyd, Kenny Spencer, Matthew Jobe
Heat Two: Billy Gullion, Rod Conley, Jason Perry, Mark Frazier, Brian Eaton, Dylan Huron, Tony Roush, Robbie Ratliff
Heat Three: Mike Wilson, Ralph Withem, Paul Davis, Brett Foster, Ken Howell, Josh Bivens, Tommy Bigham, Russ Fronapfel
B-Main: Dean Boyd, Dylan Huron, Tony Roush, Russ Fronapfel, Kenny Spencer, Matthew Jobe, Robbie Ratliff, Tommy Bigham, Josh Bivens, Boyd Adkins (DNS)
Feature: Rod Conley, Audie Swartz, Ralph Withem, Delmas Conley, Paul Davis, Ken Howell. Tony Roush, Brett Foster, Kenny Spencer, Mike Wilson, Mark Frazier, Billy Gullion, Jason Montgomery, Jason Perry, Kevin Wagner, Brian Eaton, Dean Boyd, Russ Fronapfel, K-C Burdette, Dylan Huron

Hobby Stocks: (12)
Heat One: Brandon Thompson, Keith Dubois, Bruce Gray, Jr., Tim Cutler, Jack Martin, Blake Sheets
Heat Two: Brandon Mather, Jamey Adams, Tommy Mossbarger, Tracey Ross, Evan Seitz, Butch Eblin
Feature; Brandon Mather, Brandon Thompson, Jamey Adams, Tommy Mossbarger, Bruce Gray, Jr., Tracey Ross, Butch Eblin, Jack Martin, Tim Cutler, Blake Sheets, Keith Dubois, Evan Seitz

Four Cylinders: (14)
Heat One: James Ball, Steve Cruse, John Smith, Derek Davis, Scott Henry, Zach Ackley
Heat Two: Todd Ervin, Tom McVey, Kyle Purdy, Chip Turitt, Adam Haynes, Dustin Hartley
Feature: Todd Ervin, Derek Davis, Tom McVey, Kyle Purdy, James Ball, John Smith, Chip Truitt, Adam Haynes, Dustin Hartley, Steve Cruse, Scott Henry, Zach Ackley
 

July 17, 2011

USAC WEST COAST 360 SPRINT RACE RESULTS: July 16, 2011 – Hanford, California – Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway – “Jim Evett Memorial”



QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Richard VanderWeerd, 10, VanderWeerd-15.536; 2. Danny Sheridan, 21, Dorathy-15.654; 3. Danny Faria Jr., 2, Bowman-15.771; 4. Wes Gutierrez, 007, G-15.795; 5. Jace VanderWeerd, 88, VanderWeerd-15.885; 6. Johnathon Henry, 91, Jones-15.912; 7. Dennis Howell, 62, Howell-15.968; 8. Bud Kaeding, 29, Bowman-15.977; 9. Craig Stidham, 3, Stidham-15.994; 10. T.J. Smith, 14, LeGras-16.187; 11. Rusty Carlile, 51, Carlile-16.208; 12. Jonathan Logan, 32, Evett/Logan-16.228; 13. Ricky Kirkbride, 87, Van Meter-16.319; 14. Cole Peard, 58, Peard-16.466; 15. Marty Hawkins, 3M, Hawkins-16.526; 16. Ryan Bernal, 3E, Eames-16.529; 17. Todd Miller, 96, Miller-16.669; 18. Dave Knott, 28, Knott-16.734; 19. Jared Little, 25, Little-16.815; 20. Justyne Hamblin, 8, JH-16.914; 21. John Iturriria, 27, Iturriria-16.950; 22. Adam Frith-Smith, 62X, Frith-Smith-16.960; 23. Nico Russo, 3N, Russo-17.274; 24. Geoffrey Strole, 09S, Strole-17.342; 25. Matt Day, 97, Day-17.451; 26. Bill Jones, 16, Jones-18.293; 27. Greg Alexander, 72, Tyler-NT.

FIRST HEAT: (10 laps) 1. Stidham, 2. R. VanderWeerd, 3. Miller, 4. J. VanderWeerd, 5. Kirkbride, 6. Iturriria, 7. Day. NT.

SECOND HEAT: (10 laps) 1. Sheridan, 2. Smith, 3. Frith-Smith, 4. Knott, 5. Jones, 6. Henry, 7. Peard. NT.

THIRD HEAT: (10 laps) 1. Faria, 2. Little, 3. Russo, 4. Carlile, 5. Howell, 6. Hawkins. NT.

FOURTH HEAT: (10 laps) 1. Alexander, 2. Gutierrez, 3. Kaeding, 4. Hamblin, 5. Logan, 6. Bernal, 7. Strole. NT.

SEMI: (12 laps) 1. Henry, 2. Howell, 3. Hawkins, 4. Peard, 5. Kirkbride, 6. Logan, 7. Bernal, 8. Strole, 9. Iturriria, 10. Day, 11. Jones. NT.

FEATURE: (30 laps) 1. Danny Faria Jr., 2. Danny Sheridan, 3. Richard VanderWeerd, 4. Wes Gutierrez, 5. Jace VanderWeerd, 6. Dennis Howell, 7. T.J. Smith, 8. Rusty Carlile, 9. Jonathan Logan, 10. Greg Alexander, 11. Cole Peard, 12. Justyne Hamblin, 13. Dave Knott, 14. Jared Little, 15. Bud Kaeding, 16. Adam Frith-Smith, 17. Marty Hawkins, 18. Johnathon Henry, 19. Craig Stidham, 20. Nico Russo, 21. Todd Miller, 22. Ricky Kirkbride. NT.

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**Stidham and Henry flipped during the feature.

FEATURE LAP LEADERS: N/A

NEW WEST COAST 360 SPRINT POINTS:

NEXT USAC WEST 360 SPRINT RACE: July 30 – Santa Maria (CA) Speedway

 

July 17, 2011

HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS

Hamlin, PA - Hamlin Speedway Quick Results On S&S Speedways Night
By: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media

All Star Slingshots: Kyle Rode, Ben Whitaker, Danny Buccafusca, Cody Kline, Simon Egan, Mike Fogler, Ryan Wood, Colin White, Mack Brink, Paul Ennes, John Pantis, Henry Anderson, Charlie Lawrence, John Rooks Jr, Mark Henneforth, Billy Clark, Troy Langendoerfer, Dale Kober, John Bockhorn, Hunter Smith, Joe Howey, Gary Dennis, Shannon Smith, Don Scmidt, Jimmy Johnston

600 Wingless Micros: Jeff Hartman, Brett Michalski, Kyle Lick, Mick D'Agostino, Jay Hartman, Brian Gilmore, Shannon Smith, Austin Burke, Billy Clark, Brett Arndt, Shelby Harper, Tony Iudicello, Alex Curley, Kyle Rohner, Joseph J Smith, Chad Sandt, Jonathan Hull, Luke Greenwood, Grant Hilfiger, Dan Beacon

270 Micros: Tommy Kunsman Jr, Larry Hoagland, Gene Burd, CJ Henig, Kurt Bettler, Robbie Watson, Kyle Rutledge, Richie O'Neill, Larry Mekic, Rick Casario, Zach Weidner

Junior Slingshots: Chris Kurtz, Thomas Strupp, Zack Weisenfluh, Kyle Gruber, Tayloe Eccles, Chris Kurtz, Kevin Predmore, Tyler Peet, Bobby Flood, Caitlin Henneforth, Brody Adamsky, Collin Dubois, Evan Van Valkenburg, Kira White

Super Slingshots: Dale Kober, Charlie Bodine, Aaron Henneforth, Henry Anderson, Wes Hearn, Jimmy Johnston, Tom Arntz, Paul Ennes, Bob Clark, Jerry Hughes, Del Howell, Kevin Olver, Herb Finger, John Rooks Sr, Lea Anna Tonkin, Roger Collins

270 Rookie Micros: Grady Johnston, Paul Rimsky, Hayden Miller, Jenna Weidner, Makenzie Harper, Scott Avery

600 Wingless Rookie Micros: Austin Burke, Jacob Hendershot, Eddie Strada, Simon Egan, Tim Howell, Larry Mekic, Justin Brewster, Riley Moczulski, Luke Greenwood, Stephen Reynolds, Steve Van Valkenburg, Shelby Ogazaly, Danielle Dickinson, Carol Shire, Jamie Czekai, Dan Beacon, Heidi Hedin

Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 1 PM; Drivers Meeting at 4:45; Hot Laps are at 5:00 and the racing begins at 6 PM sharp. Admission Prices are: Adults $8.00; Senior Citizens $4.00 Children under 6 are Free; Pit Pass: $20.00 The "new" General Admission Bonus Pack is available for families: It consists of 4 General Admission Tickets + $20.00 in Food Vouchers for $40.00 (a savings of $12.00)

July 23th racing action at the speedway offers up a Regular show with all seven divisions at the speedway in action with special events for the 270's going WINGLESS at the premier speedway in the Poconos

For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeedway.com  or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500. For video work or questions regarding the purchase of videos from the exciting on-track action at the Hamlin Speedway, contact videographer Barry Boyd at: http://www.boydracingvideos.com  For photos of all of the Great racing action contact Rick Schwindenhammer Racing Photos at: http://www.ricksracingphotos.zenfolio.com
Visit us often for a great night of racing action as............................................



The Hamlin Speedway Is The Gateway To The Poconos
 

For immediate release…thank you

Mountain Speedway media contact:
Gene Ostrowski gjtost@verizon.net  (570) 231-1272
Promoter: Joe Callavini (570) 788-7544



Upcoming events:

Saturday, July 23 - SUMMER RACEFEST for Sport Modifieds, Late Models and Factory Stocks (30-Laps, Double Points)
Saturday, July 16 - SUMMER RACEFEST 75-Lap Cone race for the Modifieds, PLUS Street Stocks and FWDs





Brian DeFebo Picks up 42nd Mountain Modified Victory


By: Gene Ostrowski

July 16, 2011



St. Johns, PA- Like the old saying goes, “if the shoes fits, wear it” and the shoe definitely fits Berwick’s Brian DeFebo when it comes to racing at Mountain Speedway. With his third Modified victory of the season, the tracks most winningest driver held off Bobby Jones to score his 42nd Mountain Modified victory. With double points on the line, Steve Shultz of Drums held off Chip Wanamaker to score his third Street Stock victory of the year and Justin Hughes of West Pittston scored his second straight FWD victory. Matt Janisch of Nazareth notched the TQ Midget victory and Bruce Carman of Shaftsbury, VT took top honors in the Atlantic Coast Old Timers exhibition event.

Allen Creveling started on the pole and led the opening circuit of the 40-lap Modified main event over Jim Bojohnny, Tommy Wanick III, Todd Baer and Bobby Jones before the yellow flag waved on lap two when Wanick spun in the second turn.

Green flag racing resumed and Baer, who had been running third, got by the leaders and took command of the event. Meanwhile, Brian DeFebo cracked the top five and got by Creveling for the third position on lap seven. He then proceeded to take second from Nick Pecko on the following lap. With Jones in tow, DeFebo snagged the lead from Baer on lap nine and Jones followed through to take second.

The caution flew on lap 15 when Baer thought that he had cleared Roger Heffelfinger following a restart. The pair collected in turns one and two and Creveling slid into the mix. Although the rear of Baer’s car received heavy cosmetic damage, all of the drivers involved were able to continue.

Green flag racing resumed and just past halfway, DeFebo continued to lead over Jones, Pecko, Wanick and Ken Vogel, Jr.

Despite several hard runs on the leader during several restarts in the latter half of the event, DeFebo held off Jones to notch not only his third win of the season, but also his 42nd Modified victory at the speedway. Jones was forced to settle for second and Pecko, Vogel and Wanick completed the top five.

Heat race wins went to Tommy Wanick III and Nick Pecko.

With 40-lapsand double points on the line, Chris Burge started from the pole and was overtaken by Mike Garris, Sr. before a lap was scored in the Street Stock feature. Burge settled into the second spot with Brian Wozniak, Steve Shultz and Kyle Curtis in tow.

Shultz took the third spot from Wozniak on the second lap and Chip Wanamaker, who had just cracked the top five, followed through to take third.

Shultz moved to second when he overtook Burge on lap five and then he dueled with Garris before taking the top spot two circuits later.

Wanamaker powered by Garris and into the runner up spot on lap 19 before the yellow flag waved on lap 20 when one driver pulled to the bottom of the racetrack on the backstretch. Green flag racing resumed and Shultz held the point over Wanamaker, Garris, Burge and Justin Mooney.

With only one quick caution flag in the latter half of the show, Shultz held off several pass attempts from Wanamaker to score his third win of the season. Burge finished in the third spot, followed by Dale Santee and Garris.

Heat race wins went to Steve Shultz and Chip Wanamaker.

Jay Skupski started from the pole in the 20-lap FWD feature and was overtaken by Pete Verwys in the early going. Verwys led the first circuit, followed by Skupski, Dylan Hoffman, Trevor Ahouse and Eric Banashefski.

Hoffman climbed to second after a lap one restart but lost the position to Banashefski during a restart a few laps later. With Verwys still in command on lap six, Banashefski rode in second, followed by Ahouse, Dan Freundt and Hoffman.

Justin Hughes quietly worked toward the front and ran in the fifth spot on lap 15 before the yellow flag flew two laps later when Ahouse and Banashefski tangled as the battled for the second spot in turn one. With nowhere to go, Freundt got caught up in the incident as well.

The next restart went by the wayside when Ahouse, Frank Hughes and Freundt got tangled up on the front stretch. Neither Ahouse nor Freundt were able to continue.

The third lap 17 yellow waved when Verwys spun off of turn two following the restart. Hoffman was also collected and J. Hughes took the lead. He never looked back over the closing laps and went on to score his second-straight victory over Kenny Kleppinger, Banashefski, John Smith and F. Hughes.

Heat race victories went to Dan Freundt and Justin Hughes.

Zach Martini led the TQ Midgets to the drop of the green flag in the 25-lap main and was overtaken by Matt Roselli before a lap was scored. Alison Cumens soared to second, followed by Matt Janisch and Robin Johnston.

Ryan Tidman cracked the top five on lap five and then Johnston’s day ended when smoke began to billow from his car on lap 7. Green flag racing resumed with Roselli out front over A. Cumens, Janisch, Tidman and Ian Cumens.

With a great restart, A. Cumens took the lead and Janisch moved into second a lap later. The duo battled feverishly until mechanical problems sidelined A. Cumens on lap 15.

Janisch held the lead following A. Cumens misfortune and Tidman ran second, followed by I. Cumens, Roselli and Austin Fehr.

Tidman tried high and low over the closing laps and used a lapped car to try to take the win on the final lap. He fell about a car length short, as Janisch took the victory. I. Cumens finished in the third spot, followed by Fehr and Buddy Sload.

Heat race victories went to Ryan Tidman and Matt Roselli.

Twelve drivers from the Atlantic Coast Old Timers took to the track for an exhibition event and Bruce Carman took the victory in his homebuilt 1948 Midget replica.

Mountain Speedway is just minutes from Hazleton, Pa, located on St. John’s Road, between Routes 93 and 309. Grandstand admission for all regular events is just $10 for ages 11 and older. Children 10 years of age and younger are admitted for free.

Please like Mountain Speedway on Facebook or visit www.mountainspeedway.com  for the entire 2011 schedule, point standings and up to date news and information.

Modified (40-laps) 1. BRIAN DEFEBO 2. Bobby Jones 3. Nick Pecko 4. Ken Vogel Jr 5. Tommy Wanick III 6. Roger Heffelfinger Jr 7. Allen Creveling 8. Todd Baer 9. Jarred Nace 10. Jim Bojonny

Street Stock (40-laps) 1. STEVE SHULTZ 2. Chip Wanamaker 3. Chris Burge 4. Dale Santee 5. Mike Garris Sr 6. Justin Mooney 7. Daryn Miller 8. Bernie Uphold 9. Kyle Curtis 10. Bill Verwys 11. Jeff McGrath 12. Joe D'Angelo 13. Dean Kline 14. Brian Wozniak 15. Sam Danaher DNS: Sam Grow

FWD (20-laps) 1. JUSTIN HUGHES 2. Ken Kleppinger 3. Eric Banashefski 4. John Smith 5. Frank Hughes 6. Dylan Hoffman 7. Jay Skupski 8. Alex Doyle 9. Peter Verwys Jr 10. Trevor Ahouse 11. Dan Freundt DNS: Larry Spencer III DQ: Cody Roth

TQ MIDGETS (25-laps) 1. MATT JANISCH 2. Ryan Tidman 3. Ian Cumens 4. Austin Fehr 5. Buddy Sload 6. Matthew Roselli 7. John Darylerimdle 8. Zach Martini 9. Dan Lane 10. Tony Dimattia 11. Alison Cumens 12. Robin Johnston

 

All Star Championship Racing, Inc. ends relationship with O'Reilly Auto Parts

Camargo, IL (7-16-11)- All Star Championship Racing, Inc. has removed O'Reilly Auto Parts as the title sponsor for the All Star Circuit of Champions, All Star Late Model Series, and the Midwest All Star Series resulting from an unpaid invoice in January 2011, we are now moving forward with collection proceedings. Please note that all O'Reilly trademarked material have been removed from all logos, printed material, and social media from this date forward. We have enjoyed several years in working with O'Reilly Auto Parts in sponsoring our company, it is regretful the relationship has ended.

 

DAVID LOWE HOLDS OFF VERNON RUSSELL FOR SUPER PRO WIN FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE U.S. 13 DRAGWAY



By Charlie Brown, Delmar, DE (7/15/11) – It took everything that he had but David Lowe of Salisbury, Md. was able to edge point leader Vernon Russell of Dover, Del.to win the Super Pro final Friday night at the U.S. 13 Dragway. Joe Glynn of Queenstown, Md. took the win in Pro and James Farmer of Denton, Md. rode to the win in Pro Bike. It was brother vs. sister in the Street Eliminator final with Chelsea Williams of Seaford, Del. taking the win. Other winners included Harvey Powell of Salisbury, Md in Bike Trophy, Tyler Powell of Delmar, Md. in Jr. Dragster 1 and Katelyn Muir of Delmar, Md. in Jr. Dragster 2.

It was a full body final in Super Pro as David Lowe in his ’01 Firebird faced Vernon Russell in his ’81 Camaro. Russell set the bar with a .005 reaction light but Lowe countered with an almost dead-on 8.862/149.95 on an 8.82 dial to take the win. Russell ran an 8.539/158.28 on an 8.51 dial. Semi-finalist was David Tucker of Elendale, Del. who lost to Lowe while Russell had the bye run.

Joe Glynn faced Phillip Truitt of Parsonsburg, Md. in the Pro final. Truitt was one one-thousandths of a second too early on the start and fouled and Glynn ran a 10.094/131.54 on a 10.08 dial for the win. Semi-finalist was Robin Lewers of Delmar, Md. who lost to Glynn.

James Farmer rode up against John Bartkovich of Salisbury, Md. in the Pro Bike final. Farmer had the better reaction time and rode to the win with a 9.161/135.74 on a 9.12 dial. Bartkovich had a 13.667/93.01 on a 13.64 dial. Semi-finalists were Ash Hayward of Berlin, Md. who lost to Bartkovich and Chase Brickhouse of Salisbury who lost to Farmer.

For the second time this season it was brother vs. sister in the Street final as Chelsea Williams faced her brother Brad Williams. In a reverse of their last meeting, Chelsea had the better reaction and took the win with an 11.230/116.95 on an 11.19 dial as Brad broke out with a 10.479/129.19 on a 10.49 dial. In Bike Trophy it was Harvey Powell of Salisbury on his Kawasaki quad posting another win this time over Troy Mitchell of Salisbury on a ZX 14. Powell had the better reaction and ran a 16.994/63.73 on a 16.88 dial for the win. Mitchell broke out with a 10.335/136.40 on a 10.36 dial.

Tyler Powell was paired against Michael Ennis of Delmar in the Jr. Dragster 1 final. Powell was on his dial with an 8.905/73.00 on an 8.90 dial for the win. Ennis had a good run at 8.978/71.18 on an 8.94 dial. In Jr. Dragster 2 it was Katelyn Muir up against Herby Sullivan of Ridgely, Md. It was a very close run with Muir having a .074 reaction and taking the victory with a 7.929/82.57 on a 7.90 dial. Sullivan had a .094 light and ran a 7.923/82.16 on a 7.91 dial.

This Wednesday night will be a Tune & Test Night with gates opening at 5 p.m. and time runs from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday night July 22nd the Bad 8 return along with the Summit Racing Series. Gates open at 3:30 p.m. with qualifying at 4:30 p.m. and eliminations at approximately 8:30 p.m.


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Tonight! July 16, 2011 Non Winged Sprints, Late Models, Hobbies, RWD 4 cyl

The BOSS Sprints take off the wings for a thrilling night of Open Wheel Sprint Car racing on the high banks of Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway. Joining the super sprints in the Gene Comstock Memorial will be the AMRA Late Models, Reno Hobby Stocks, and Rear Wheel Driver Four Cylinders.

Come out and join the fun. Hot Laps at 6 . Racing at 7:30

July 16, 2011

Skyline Speedway Results FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 

McGuire McQuick at Shutts Memorial

Duncan Doubles, Holcomb Hammers Mods, Fritter First in Mod Lites

Gillian Gains Mini Win



By Scott Wolfe

STEWART, OHIO- It was a solemn, yet fitting tribute to a veteran racing personality. From the Four-wide parade lap tribute from the Mini-Wedges, to the last checkered flag, a fast, furious evening of racing saw Grayson, Kentucky invader Josh McGuire and the remainder of the 91 cars in attendance pay respects in the third annual Jack Shutts Memorial at Billy Jarrell's Skyline Speedway. A large crowd saw McGuire bring home the 40-lap Late Model main, Groveport, Ohio's Cole Duncan claimed the OVSCA sprint main, Matt Holcomb claimed the AMRA Modified main and Tracey Fritter won the Mod-Lite main. High flying Jason Gillian won the Mike's Auto Body Mini-Wedge Feature.

Said AMRA LM winner Josh McGuire, "Thanks to Poskes Performance Parts, Hoosier Tire, GCP Race Engines and Mastersbuilt Chassis along with my crew and family. The key tonight was getting to the front and then getting low and just holding on. These Hoosier tires worked great! We've had a good deal of success here and it was good to be able to put on a show for the fans and the Shutts family."

Hot Rod Conley took the early lead from the outside pole and over the first two circuits built up a comfortable lead. Pole-sitter Jason Montgomery then fell into a groove and began to reel in the leader. Over the next 14-circuits, fans watched in awe as Montgomery pulled in beside Conley and Chris Garnes and McGuire filed in behind for what appeared to be the start of a fast car dash.

Two-wide, two-deep the four heroes battled diligently, sometimes with Montgomery nosing ahead, and then dropping briefly back to third in the high-speed tango. On lap six Montgomery officially became the leader and led until lap 16 with McGuire riding side-saddle the entire route. On the 16th circuit Montgomery drifted wide out of four and McGuire nosed in to lead by feet at the start finish line.

A lap later Montgomery had retaken the lead, but a spin brought out a caution, thus reverting back a lap with McGuire on the point. Montgomery challenged for several laps, but once McGuire’s mount took ahold of the rubber-clad surface, he was off to victory.

Fast-timer Chris Garnes, who earned a pair of tires for the feat, came on strong late in the race to finish third, shuffling Garnes to fourth and Conley to fifth. Only one caution marred the 40-lap event. Rounding out the top ten were defending Harvest 50 winner Zach Dohm, Tyler Carpenter, Ricky Williams, Freddie Carpenter, and Andy Bond. Young Tyler Carpenter was the winner of a group of close runners, finally winning a dual with Williams, while Freddie Carpenter earned hard-charger honors coming from 18th to 9th. Ralph Withem also had a good run to 11th.

If the first few laps of the Late Model feature wasn't enough to fill the competitive appetite of the fans, the 410 Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association feature was. For 25 laps it was anyone's race. Pole-sitter Cole Duncan took the initial lead over outside point-man, veteran Dave Dickson. Jimmy Stinson, the defending Skyline/OVSCA champ, worked high around Dickson while Josh Davis challenged low.

That was about all the breathing room Duncan had. To lap 17 Duncan and Stinson went nose-to-tail, wheel-to-wheel until finally Stinson moved high against the thin cushion to make the leading pass on lap 18. Now in reverse order with Duncan in the catbird seat, Stinson charged toward victory with Duncan dogging him every inch of the way. Coming around for lap 23 Duncan nosed under Stinson in turn three, then pulled him down the chute to retake the lead.

Stinson tried to ride some momentum off the high side, but fell a car short at the finish.

Said Cole Duncan. "Actually it was better to be in second when I was. I could see where I needed to be and kept Jimmy guessing where I was. It also helped to be able to catch Jimmy in lapped traffic. Thanks to Maxim Chassis, Dad, my family and Factory Kahne Shocks. The car really worked great all night long."

Rounding out the top ten behind Stinson were Josh Davis, Dave Dickson, Aaron Higgins, Andre Layfield, Chris Myers, Wayne McPeek, Benny Hickel, and Eddie Slone. Aaron Higgins was the hard-charger of the race.

The AMRA Modified main had a season's worth of action back in the pack, but up front defending Road Warrior Champion Matt Holcomb was on a rail and heading toward victory lane. Holcomb, the Greg Schilling Memorial winner, proved that win was the real deal in driving off into the sunset over a field of heavy-hitters of the modified division.

Draping a cool towel across his neck to put out the fire of a heavy second place battle, Rick Venham, Jr. was all smiles after winning a race-long battle with Andy Bond. Bond tried everything imaginable often drifting by Venham on the turn entry, only to scrape off speed in drifting back to third. Venham persevered for second, but never got the late-race caution he needed to make a bid at Holcomb.

Rounding out the top ten were Jeremy Blake, Robert Garnes, Doug Henry, Roy Roush, J.P. Roberts, Mark Luning, and Vince Conrad. Luning held fourth much of the race in a gaggle of cars that saw 5-to-6 cars battling for a top five. Kenny Johnson, driving hard but suffering a bit, perhaps from a heat race altercation was shuffled out of the top ten-- a rare experience on the AMRA trail.

Luning in-turn fell victim in the battle and the Skyline shuffle, as Jeremy Blake worked his way through the front-runners to fourth, Robert Garnes held a consistent fifth and Henry, R. Roush, and Roberts marched up through the field. Roy Roush was the hard-charger in a 17th to 7th run.

R.D. Jones, Charleston, WV saw Tracey Fritter's back bumper up-close and personal much of the 15-lap Mod Lite main. Jones tried high, tried low and a combination of the two to make a bid a Fritter, but Fritter's momentum prevailed as he raced to his second Skyline win of the season. Jones was second followed by Brandon Fluharty, Tyler Riggs, Nathan Casto, Mike Herrington, Troy Collins, Ray Heskett, Brian Herrington, and David Elmore.

Jason Gillian claimed the exciting Mike's Auto Body Mini-Wedge main over Mini-mainstay Cole Mayle. Behind the winning Gillian in the mini-33 Auto Parts car were Mayle, Coleton Perine, Corey DeLancey, Zach Carr, Skylar Zimmerman, Samantha Roush, Kasey Rankin, and Curstin Giffin.

Kids Bicycle racing highlighted the intermission with 25 kids participating. Additionally, C&S Racing Photo, Poske's Performance Parts, the OVSCA, and Eddie Miller Racing donated five bicycles to children in attendance, making a fun evening for all family and friends.

Next week Skyline hosts the AMRA Late Models, AMRA Modifieds, OVSCA 410 Sprint Cars, and Semi-Late Crate Late Models under an open tire rule. For more information visit << www.skylinespeedway.net >> or call 304-539-4410 or the track phone at 740-662-4111. Crate Late info can be found by calling track owner Billy Jarrell at 304-542-8322.

The summary: July 15, 2011

410 Sprint Cars (15)
Fast Time: Cole Duncan 12:73
Heat One: Cole Duncan, Josh Davis, Benny Hickel, Greg Mitchell, Wayne McPeek, Aaron Higgins, Mark Imler
Heat Two: Dave Dickson, Jimmy Stinson, Andre Layfield, Eddie Slone, Chris Myers, Jamie Myers, Eric Martin
Feature: Cole Duncan, Jimmy Stinson, Josh Davis, Dave Dickson, Aaron Higgins, Andre Layfield, Chris Myers, Wayne McPeek, Benny Hickel, Eddie Slone, Greg Mitchell, Mark Imler, Eric Martin, Jamie Myers

AMRA Late Models (34)
Fast Time: Chris Carpenter 14:21
Heat One: Jason Montgomery, Josh McGuire, Chris Carpenter, Roy Roush, Tyler Carpenter, Dan Morrison, Nelson Freshour, Jeremy Misel, Dwight Henry, Dusty Adkins, Carl Boyles
Heat Two: Rod Conley, Andy Bond, Ricky Williams, Justin Powell, Bub Crum, Freddie Carpenter, Ronnie Mayle, Matt Kussmaul, Audie Swartz, Tony Roush
Heat Three: Chris Garnes, Zach Dohm, Travis Brookover, KC Burdette, Larry Bond, Ralph Withem, Kyle Bates, Barry Lowery, Chris Parks, Nick Corbitt
B-Main: Dan Morrison, Ralph Withem, Freddie Carpenter, Nelson Freshour, Kyle Bates, Ronnie Mayle, Dwight Henry, Dusty Adkins, Matt Kussmaul, Jeremy Misel, Chris Parks, Audie Swartz, Nick Corbitt, Carl Boyles, Barry Lowery
Jack Shutts Memorial Feature: Josh McGuire, Jason Montgomery, Chris Carpenter, Chris Garnes, Rod Conley, Zach Dohm, Tyler Carpenter, Ricky Williams, Freddie Carpenter, Andy Bond, Ralph Withem, Travis Brookover, Roy Roush, Dan Morrison, Bub Crum, Justin Powell, Larry Bond, Tony Roush, KC Burdette


MALTA AMRA MODIFIEDS (23)
Heat One: Matt Holcomb, Robert Garnes, Doug Henry, Shawn Donahue, Vince Conrad, Joe Hammon, Jerrad Willis, Josh Tonkin (DNS)
Heat Two: Rick Venham, Jr., Kenny Johnson, Darren Roush, Dusty Boley, Kyle Bond, Frankie Roush, Jason Brooks, Roy Roush
Heat Three: Andy Bond, Mark Luning, J.P. Roberts, Jeremy Blake, Gary Gould, Jimmy Rhodes, Tyler Hendrix
B-Main: Roy Roush, Joe Hammon, Frankie Roush, Jerrad Willis, Jason Brooks, Tyler Hendrix
Feature: Matt Holcomb, Rick Venham, Jr., Andy Bond, Jeremy Blake, Robert Garnes, Doug Henry, Roy Roush, J.P. Roberts, Mark Luning, Vince Conrad, Kenny Johnson, Kyle Bond, Shawn Donahue, Dusty Boley, Frankie Roush, Joe Hammon, Gary Gould, Darren Roush

Mod Lites (10)
Heat One: Tracy Fritter, Brandon Fluharty, RD Jones, Nathan Casto, Tyler Riggs, Ray Heskett, Troy Collins, David Elmere, Brian Herrington, Michael Herrington
Feature: Tracy Fritter, RD Jones, Brandon Fluharty, Tyler Riggs, Nathan Casto, Mike Herrington, Troy Collins, Ray Heskett, Brian Herrington, David Elmere


Mike's Auto Body Mini-Wedges (10)
Heat One: Cole Mayle, Jason Gillian, Coleton Perine, Corey DeLancey, Zach Carr, Sydney Staats, Skylar Zimmerman, Samantha Roush, Kasey Rankin, Curstin Gifin
Feature: Jason Gillian, Cole Mayle, Coleton Perine, Corey DeLancey, Zach Carr, Skylar Zimmerman, Samantha Roush, Kasey Rankin, Curstin Giffin

 

July 16, 2011

ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS

Accord, NY- Accord Speedway Quick Results On All Season Fuels Night
By:Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media

VP Fuels/Rhinebeck Ford Modifieds: Mel Schrufer, Dom Roselli, Mike Ricci, Robbie Green, Danny Creeden, Danny Tyler, Richard Smith, Brett Hearn, Mark Pullen, Mike Sabia, Andy Bachetti, Richie Eurich, Bobby Hentschel, Jerry Higbie, Neil Harris, Jimmy Wells, Kevin Duryea, Clinton Mills, Rick Mill, Scott Ferrier, Jeff Heotzler, Mike Storms

Camper's Barn Sportsman: Anthony Perrego, Kevin Ward, Jeff Hulseapple, David Coene, Will Dietz, Greg McCloskey, Jesse Marks, Joe Giachinta, Kenny Ferrier, Vinny DeCicco, Dave Werber, Randy Green, Ryan Stortini, Lenny Helmich, Mike Barrett, Darrell Ford, Chris Stevens, RJ Smith, Brad Szulewski, Howard Jarvis, Shane Jablonka

Healey Brothers Group Spec Sportsman: Whitey Slavin, Kyle Rohner, Matt Hitchcock, Tommy Johnson, Wayne Devantoy, Mike DuBois, John Sundlof, Tyler Dippel, Joe Judge, Bryanna Hurban, AJ Williams, Patrick Murphy, Tyler Boniface, Kyle Cicio, Guy Harby, Lem Atkins, Kevin Smith, Nick Plumstead, Pete Booth, Phil Johnson

Arkel Motors Pure Stocks: Tim Brown, John Woinoski, Joe Narok, Mike Deyo, Gene Helms, Jim Cuneo, Steven Kanuk, Jerry Craig, Ryan Johnson, Joel Murns, Dillon Johnson, Harry Bachman, Ray Tarantino, Steve Cooper, Gary Predmore, Jason Krom

RaceSaver CRSA Sprint Cars: Craig Rochelle, Brittany Tresch, John Virgilo, Brett Jaycox, Frank Lieto, John Cunningham, Jamie Christian, Stephanie Stevens, Jeremy Quick, Billy Jaycox, Curtis June, Josh Pieniazek, Warren Alexson, Billy Van Inwegen, Phil Peworchik, Luke Monroe, Jeff Van Steenburg, Geoff Quackenbush, Jeff Taylor, Danny Varin, Mark Sasso, Chad King, John Matrafailo, Hank Katz

Racing every Friday night from April through September. July 22nd finds Van Kleeck Tire Night headlining the racing activity at the speedway with the Lebanon Valley Speedway Qualifier in place. Pit Gates open at 4:30; Spectator Gates open at 5:00; Hot Laps are at 6:30 and the racing begins at 7 PM. Regular show admission is Adults $12.00 (12+) Children $3.00 (11+ under) Indoor Seating $20.00; Family four pack special: 2 Adults + 2 Children and $20.00 in Food Vouchers for $40.00 ( a savings of $10.00)

Midweek Madness continues on Wednesday evening July 20th and runs through August 31st with a great new format and exciting racing action with the small divisions of motorsports. For more information regarding the great racing action found at the Accord Speedway, call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478 or log-on to their newly designed and well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com 
We are easy to find at 299 Whitfield Road, two miles off Route 209. At the Accord Speedway..................................

A Trail Of Dirt Leads Right To Our Door

Thursday, July 14, 2011 Summer Heats Up with Summer Shootout, Legends Million and TORC! Summer Shootout Series Continues Next Week! There were near-record temperatures in Charlotte but the heat didn't stop fans from packing the stands and drivers and mascots from visiting victory lane during Round Seven of the Summer Shootout Series. NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver David Ragan, Kyle Hall, Austin Saunders, Kaz Grala and Rufus of the Charlotte Bobcats were among the feature winners Tuesday night. Check out the video from Mascot Mania here. The Summer Shootout Series returns on Tuesday, July 19, with a full slate of Legend Car and Bandolero racing, plus a TORC exhibition truck race presented by Dave & Buster's. The first 1,000 children through the gates will receive a free Lug Nut souvenir. Families can also enter to win a Myrtle Beach vacation courtesy of MyrtleBeachHotels.com. We'll see you at the speedway for another night of affordable family fun! Read More » Traxxas TORC Series to Debut at The Dirt Track July 22-23 The Traxxas TORC Off-Road Championship Series will visit The Dirt Track at Charlotte for the first time July 22-23. The fastest, most punishing short course truck racing series on the planet features legendary off-road drivers in a series of bodywork-tearing, truck-flipping battles that'll have everyone on their feet hollering at the non-stop action. Bridging the gap between action sport and motorsports, TORC Series racing delivers radical jumps and an edge that will certainly win over fans at The Dirt Track. Tickets are just $20 for adults and $10 for kids. Visit the Charlotte Motor Speedway website or call 1-800-455-FANS (3267) to purchase yours today! Read More » David Ragan Registered for Legends Million David Ragan, driver of the No. 6 UPS Ford in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, has registered for the second annual Legends Million at Charlotte Motor Speedway Aug. 1 and 2. Last year Ragan competed in the largest grassroots race in history and brought home a fourth-place finish. Drivers can register for the Legends Million at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com. All Legend Car competitors 12 years of age or older may register. The race is not restricted by division. All minors 17 or younger must complete a minor waiver, which is available for download at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/waivers. Registration is free with the purchase of a new Legend Car from U.S. Legend Cars International. Grandstand tickets for the Legends Million are just $10 for adults and children 12 and under get in free. Read More » The Speedway Club to Participate in Queen's Feast July 15-23 The Speedway Club at Charlotte Motor Speedway has joined Charlotte's popular restaurant promotion, Queen's Feast or Charlotte Restaurant Week, which starts July 15th and continues through July 23. In addition to the normal a la carte dinner menu, The Speedway Club will offer a special 3 Courses for $30 menu. With an amazing menu and bar selections included, Queen's Feast participants will be able to reserve space overlooking one of America's most famous destinations while dining on award-winning cuisine. Reservations can be made by calling 1-704-455-3216. Read More » Renew Now for 2012! It's time to renew your NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, Coca-Cola 600 and NHRA Four-Wide Nationals tickets! The renewal deadline is approaching and you should receive your renewal package in the mail soon! Put a deposit down now and take advantage of our interest-free payment plans! Plus, when you reserve the very best seats now for 2012, you receive the greatest savings! For more information call 1-800-455-FANS (3267). Read More » Upcoming Events 07/19/11 Summer Shootout Round 8 07/22 - 07/23/11 TORC Off-Road Championship Series 07/25/11 Summer Shootout Round 9 07/26/11 Summer Shootout Round 10 08/01 - 08/02/11 Legends Million 08/13/11 Circle K Back-To-School Monster Truck Bash 08/26 - 08/28/11 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series 09/15 - 09/18/11 O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals 10/07 - 10/08/11 Charlotte Diesel Super Show 10/12/11 World of Outlaws Late Model Showdown 10/13/11 Bojangles' Pole Night 10/14/11 Dollar General 300 Miles of Courage 10/15/11 Bank of America 500 11/03 - 11/05/11 World of Outlaws World Finals Connect with us:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE---THANK YOU
CONTACT: BOB MILLER 443 513 4456

RELEASE WRITTEN BY JERRY REIGLE
July 15, 2011
 

410 SPRINT CARS RETURNING TO NEW EGYPT SPEEDWAY TUESAY, AUGUST 30

NEW EGYPT, NJ - Absence makes the heart grow fonder.

And 410 Sprint Car racing is returning to New Egypt Speedway. Steve Kinser is the last 410 Sprint Car race winner at NES. He captured a World of Outlaws sanctioned race on May 20, 2007.A total of only six different 410 Sprint Car events have been held at  the track.

Donny Schatz won in 2001 and 2003, while PJ Chesson won a highly- celebrated event in 2002. Tyler Walker and Billy Pauch won unsanctioned shows there in 2000 and 1999, respectively.
There is a strong interest in having the 410 Sprint Cars return to New Egypt Speedway, said event co-promoter Bob Miller. "We've heard it from the fans, competitors and I know that every time New Egypt Speedway has URC, fans turn out en masse."


The 410 Sprint Car-headlined event, which will have Modifieds as a support division, is set for Tuesday, August 30 at 7:30 p.m. A rain date of Wednesday, August, 31, will be used, if necessary. "The winged 410 powered Sprint Cars are the fastest cars ever to tour the track," said Len Sammons who along with his two sons is assisting in the race promotion. For pure speed this event will be a thriller the fans will not forget.

Although there is no pre-entry fee, drivers are asked to file a pre- entry blank for the event by August 12. Entries can be filed by calling 443-513-4456.

A $1,000 bonus will be paid to the highest-finishing pre-entered driver. Also, drivers who fail to qualify for the 30-lap main event will receive $100 in tow money as long as there is a pre-entry filed. News of the event has spread quickly. Lance Dewease, Tyler Walker, Rick Lafferty, Ryan Taylor and of course Davey Sammons have already thrown their support to the race.

The standard purse will include $4000 for the winner, with $2000 going to the runner-up, $1600 to third, $1500 to fourth and $1400 to fifth. The balance of the purse will pay $1300 (sixth), $1200 (seventh), $1100 (eighth), $1025 (ninth) and $1000 (10th), $825 (11th), $725 (12th), $600 (13th), $525 (14th), $515 (15th) and $400 (16th-24th).

Time trials, 10-lap heat races and a 12-lap B-Main will precede the 30- lap feature event. The top six drivers from each heat event qualify for the A-Main with the top two redrawing for a feature spot along with the top two from time trials that qualify, but fail to make the top two.

Rules applying to weight, tires and wing are the same as used by the recently completed Pennsylvania Sprint Car Speed Week.The event is open to any 410 Sprint Car, 360 Sprint Car and358 Sprint Car, but 305 Sprint Cars are not permitted to enter the event. Pit fee is $35, while grandstand admission will carry a $30 fee for adults. Children 6-11 is $10.

There will be a fan meet-and-greet from 5-6 p.m.. Fans may enter the Sprint Car pit area from the Victory Lane area. Modifieds will compete in a $3000 to win race. Driver will draw for heat event starting spots with the top four qualifiers from each heat event redrawing for a feature event starting spot.

Modifieds must use an American Racer tire with the left rear being a 44 compound and the right rear being a 48 compound.Pit gates will open at 4 p.m. with grandstands opening at 5. Warm-ups are set to begin at 6:45 with qualifying and feature events to follow.

"Ever since we started talking about this, there's been a buzz about it," Miller said. "We can't wait for it to happen. It's a positive for the whole industry to bring 410 sprint cars back to New Jersey."

END

July 14, 2011

ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS

Accord, NY - Chris Kurtz, Robbie Hocker, Carly Dippel, Walt Henry And Jim Black Share Accord Speedway Glory In Midweek Madness Racing Action
By: Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media

What began as a beautiful summer day in the Catskills Mountains suddenly turned ugly as a black cloud quickly covered the Ulster County playground the Accord Speedway and suddenly unleashed a 25-minute torrent of hard driving rain onto the speedway grounds. All of the hard work of meticulously preparing the speedway for duty by Gary Palmer might have gone down the drain right then and there but Palmer was quick to combat the problem facing him as he quickly went to work with an Army of packer vehicles and the assistance of the very supportive Four Cylinder Division race cars to squish away the heavy moisture that fell on the raceway. What could have been a cancellation became a fabulous show as even though starting late, the small division racing program was completed at 10:29. Accord Speedway promoters Gary and Donna Palmer continue to fight the whims of Mother Nature as three of the past four Fridays have fallen to weather problems. The event sets the stage for the upcoming Friday night action as the Palmer Family hopes to get back on track at the speedway with the five regular divisions back in action and headed up by the VP Fuels/Rhinebeck Ford Modified Division going to war for the $2,000.00 payday on the line for the victor. The evening of events will also see the return of the RaceSaver 305 CRSA Sprint Cars for the first time since 2009 and the event will serve as a qualifier for the Albany based sprint car group. Friday night's racing action will be sponsored by Bobby Flood's All-Season Fuel Company.

After a tremendous series of heat racing action that saw reigning National Junior Slingshot Champion Tyler Dippel barrrel roll his Tycar Trencheless Technologies hot rod along the front stretch Redi-Rock International concrete barriers in a spectacular wreck that saw Dippel emerge unscathed from the carnage, a tribute to race car builder Rich Tobias who was on hand for the Empire Series event, the feature events got underway. Dipple would later return to action during the evening as a back-up car was hastened to the speedway for him. Kenny Phillips captured a win in the 0-50 Quad feature over Trevor Tufano. The 51-90 Quad feature was once again "The Little Torch" Melissa Torchio show as she won for the fifth straight week of racing.

Chad Cooper in the Kart Lites and Gary Huston in the Kart Heavy division were winners of the Kart events. Drew Evanke captured the first quad event over his hard pressing teamate Brandon Gates with newcomer Jeff Jados and Kevin Kelly following. Richard Jarvis captured the nitecap in a very close win over Brandon Gates with Robert Greznecki finishing up in third place. Keystone stater Jim Black continued his success at the speedway as he raced to his fifth consecutive win at the speedway in a very hard fought battle over the vastly improving "The Communicator" Matthew Gaughan who was a very close second in the event and Vermont warrior Dustin Black was third.

Slingshot racing action was once again the highlight of the evening as a great field of driving stars were on hand for the evening. The "Warwick Warrior" Robbie Hocker and defending track champion Jimmy Babb kicked off the main event for the All-Star Slingshots and it was Hocker in his Warwick Auot Body Shop hot rod seizing the lead after a two lap battle royal with Babb for the the point. Quick on the scene was Lebanon, Pennsylvania hot shoe Justin Thompson in his Slinger Warehouse mount and the invader moved into second with Babb dropping to third and then fourth as "The Gunslinger" Jesse Leiby came knocking on the door. Leiby hustled his way past Babb for third and eased his way past Thompson by taking his ride upstairs on the cushion and driving into the runner-up slot. Behind the three leaders the cars were sweppping positions back and forth as the racy little creations could go as many as six-wide on the great Accord layout. As the laps clicked off, Leiby took a few stabs at maneuvering his way past Hocker, but Hocker refused to yield to the young driving sensation and it was Robbie Hocker crossing under start Buck Dunning's checkered flag to claim the win in the Lucas Oil Products Victory Circle. Jesse Leiby wa the runner-up in a great run with the new kid on the block Thompson in third place, Tyler Pirone using a late charge to claim fourth place and Jimmy Babb completing the top five. Jim Pollard, who has been missiing in action the past couple of years is back in the seat again and finished sixth in his return to action in his sharp looking Dunkin Donuts sponsored racer. Tyler Dippel shook off the effects of his exciting ride in the heat action to return adn drive to a seventh place finish in the main event in a great display of guts and courage. Will Eastman was eighth in the final rundown. The Empire event brought out many newcomers to the track with Florida resident CR Hill taking his first laps around the speedway and Justin Haas made the trip down from Albany, New York as he dusted off the Slingshot and put in a great performace at the speedway until a problem late in race placed him on the sidelines. Lydia Rueckheim continues to impress in her Rueckheim Heating sponsored Slinger as she raced with the leaders throughout the evening. Last week's feature winner Cody Clark had an off night but the young talent from Little Falls, New York is working on a win streak at his home based track at Caroga Creek. Thirteen Slingers were on hand for the racing action,

Rookie Slingshot action found Carly Velez steering one of the Advanced Concrete sponsored Slinger to the point at the start of the Rookie Slingshot feature event and then hold off a late charge by Carly Dippel and second generation hot foot Matthew Shultz to score her first win at the Accord Speedway facility.

"The Tornado" Tyler Johnston and "The Midget" Chris Kurtz found the front row to their liking after the dual heat series of events with Johnston grabbing the early lead with Kurtz right behind him as they immediately raced away from the 13-car field. Rather than play a waiting game, Kurtz went right to the attack with a deft topside purchase of real estate that saw him go side by side racing with Johnston before securing the point one lap later. Once in front Kurtz was dead on the money with his set-up as he didn't miss a beat and stretched out the lead in his CK Transportation/S&S Speedways hot rod to go on and claim the popular win for the nine year old young gun. Johnston was in the runner-up role with a great run in his Tri-State Roofing/Shawn's Auto Repair sponsored speed buggy. Newcomer Joe Krum raced to third place in his very appearance at the speedway but his finish was short-lived as a post-race infraction saw him DQ'ed from the event, The change in position brought "Kid Ice" Cole Hentschel into a third place finish and Jared Labagh grabbed up fourth place. Thirteen Junior Slingshots took the green flag for the feature start.

Junior Four Cylinder excitement found Tammy Ward winning the Junior Dual Overhead Cam event and newcomer Sean Michaels winning Single Overhead Cam portion with John Davis and Tisha Curry following. Alan Houghtaling captured the senior portion of the Dual Overhead Cam feature. Walt Henry wasted no time in securing the lead in the Four Cylinder Senior finale as he battled with Steve Schmitz for a couple of laps before taking over the lead for good and going on to record a great win over Schmitz with Dan Curry in third place, Robert Beach in fourth and Sarah Bohlin completing the top five in an exciting main event and conclusion to a great night of racing at the speedway.

Midweek Madness will continue from July 20th until August 31st every Wednesday evening. Gates open at the speedway at 5 PM with Hot Laps scheduled for 6:45. Racing is to start at 7:15 PM. Admission for the Wednesday shows is just $5.00 and the great concession stand is open throughout the racing card.

Friday night racing at Accord runs from April through September with six great divisions going to war on the Accord high banks. This week Bobby Flood's All Season Fuels will serve as the headline sponsor for the evening events and will feature the five regular divisions at the speedway plus the return of the RaceSaver 305 CRSA Sprint Division. Special Event ticket prices are in place on this evening. Admission for the great racing action remains the same from a season ago as Adults (12+) will be $12.00; Children (11 and under) will be $3.00. The Family Value Pack that was met with much success last season is once again offered and is: 2 Adults, 2 Children, and $20.00 in food vouchers for $40.00, a savings of $10.00 to the consumer. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 4:30 and Spectator Gates open at 5. Hot laps kick off at 6:30 and the racing is slated to start at 7 PM.

Big offerings are in store for the racing fans in the upcoming weeks at the speedway. July 15th will find the RaceSaver 305 CRSA Sprint Cars making a return to the Ulster County high banks. Led by local driving aces, Middletown, New York's Brittany Tresch, the brother-sister act of Billy and Emily Van Inwegen from Port Jervis, New York; Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania hot shoe Tommy Martocci, and Matamoras, Pennsylvania talent John Matrafailo, the series now is headed up by former driver Mike Van Dusen. Jamie Christian is the current leader in points in the series over Chad King, Brett Jaycox, rookie John Virgilio, John Cunningham and Billy Jaycox Jr. The 2010 Modified Rookie of the Year at the speedway "The Quack Attack" Geoff Quackenbush is preparing his sprint car for the upcoming show.

For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Accord Speedway, log-on to their well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com  or call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478. For video work or questions regarding the purchase of videos from the exciting on-track action at the Accord Speedway, contact Jason at: http://www.tristatestudios.com  For the purchase of action or victory lane track photos, contact Kevin at: http://kbsracingphotos.com 
At the Accord Speedway.......................................

A Trail Of Dirt Leads Right To Our Door
 

MotorRacingNetwork.com Weekend Preview The first of two NASCAR weekends this season at New Hampshire Motor Speedway headlines the racing calendar with the Camping World Truck Series, ARCA and the World of Outlaws in action. Full Story Driver Handicaps: New Hampshire To help you make your fantasy racing picks for the Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Motor Racing Network brings you our weekly detailed look at some of the field for the 301-lap event. Full Story Ragan Racing for Future David Ragan is hoping a strong second half a potential spot in the Chase will help solidify his Sprint Cup career starting with Sunday’s Lenox Industrial Tools 301. Full Story Bowyer Set for 200th Start Clint Bowyer will make his 200th career NASCAR Sprint Cup Series start this weekend in the Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Full Story 'Month of Money' Set to Kick Off The “Month of Money” for the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series kicks off this weekend with the running of the Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway. Full Story Lenox Industrial Tools 301 Info and Stats New England 200 Info and Stats Coca-Cola 200 Info and Stats Busch Eyes Win No. 100 Kyle Busch will get his first shot at win No. 100 across NASCAR’s top three divisions on Saturday when he takes the green flag in the Nationwide Series New England 200 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Full Story Positive Newman Heads to New Hampshire Last week’s solid run at Kentucky Speedway has Ryan Newman feeling good about his chances in Sunday’s Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Full Story Germain to Join Forces with RMM Randy Moss Motorsports and Germain Racing will join forces to put reigning NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion Todd Bodine in the No. 5 Toyota Tundra. Full Story Milestone Win for Schatz Donny Schatz moved into sole possession of fourth on the World of Outlaws all-time win list on Wednesday night when he took the checkered flag in the Brad Doty Classic at Limaland Motorsports Park. Full Story

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Contact: Ben Shelton (msrmafia@gmail.com)
July 14th, 2011



Mike Marlar Set for Triple Header Weekend



Winfield, Tennessee (07/14/11) – Mike Marlar is preparing for a weekend that will see him take #1g Andy Stebbins Motorsports/Warrior House Car/Custom Racing Engine Super Late Model into battle in a trio of events in Georgia and Kentucky.

Last weekend, July 8th-9th, the team made the trek to Magnolia Motor Speedway (Columbus, Mississippi) for the annual Clash at the Mag, which was headlined by a $20,000 to win event was sanctioned by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series (LOLMDS). Fifty-seven Super Late Models entered the program, and things would start rough for Marlar on Friday night as struggles in time trials left him starting sixth on the grid for his heat race. Despite being mired deep in the field, Marlar would mount a great charge in his heat race to overtake race long leader, Billy Moyer Jr., late in the going to claim the race to claim the win. Via his heat race win, Mike earned the sixth starting spot for Saturday night's, 100 lap finale.

Saturday night would prove to be a long and wet night for fans and racers as late evening rains delayed the start of the program. Festivities would finally get underway about 11:30pm as the feature rolled onto a heavy, tacky track. Mike battled at the front of the field for the first 26 laps before fuel pressure issues caused him to roll to a stop. After several laps in the pits, Mike would briefly return to the racing surface to see if the issues were resolved, and to gain a few spots from other competitors, who retired. He would ultimately be credited with a 16th place finish. For the full results, please visit www.LucasDirt.com.

For the upcoming weekend Mike has decided to bypass the LOLMDS events to enter three other events. The weekend will open on Thursday, July 14th at North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, Georgia) with a $5,300 to win, Southern Nationals event at the 1/3 mile oval. For more information on the event, please visit www.SouthernNationalsSeries.com  and www.NorthGaSpeedway.net .

Friday night will find the Winfield Warrior pitted at Lake Cumberland Speedway ( , Kentucky) for a $4,000 to win, unsanctioned event. The Mulligan Plumbing 50 will pilot many of the region's top drivers against one another in a 50 lap event. For more information on the event, please visit www.LCSpeedway.net.

The weekend will conclude on Saturday night at Richmond Raceway (Richmond, Kentucky) with the 24th Annual Paul Butterball Woolridge Memorial. The 50 lap, unsanctioned event will pay $7,500 to win/$500 to start. For more information, please visit www.Richmond-Raceway.net .

Mike Marlar would like to thank his sponsors and marketing partners including Andy Stebbins Motorsports, ASI Racewear, ATL Fuel Cells, Beyea, Carolina Racing Supply, Charlie’s Oil Pans, Convenient Lube, Core-Tenn, Custom Race Engines, CV Products, Dart, DT52 Photos, DWT Racing, Dyer’s Top Rods, Fastlane Signs & Graphics, FSR Radiators, Goddard Industrial, GW Performance, Hawk Performance, Hoosier by Pup, Integra Racing Shocks, Keyser Manufacturing, Outerwears, Outlaw Racing Disc Brakes, Performance Bodies, Peterson Fluid Systems, QuickCar Racing Products, Storie Manifolds, Sweet Manufacturing, Twisted! Roofs, VP Racing Fuels, Warrior Race Cars, Wayne Bowen Racing Supply, R2C Performance Products, Wiles Driveshafts, Willett Powder Coating, Winters Rearends, and MSRMafia.com Marketing Services.

For the latest information on Mike Marlar please visit www.MikeMarlar.net .
 

For Immediate Release Opening-Lap Surge Propels Richards to Victory at Deer Creek Speedway   SPRING VALLEY, Minn. - July 14, 2011 - Josh Richards of Shinnston, W.Va., made a spectacular surge to the front on the opening lap and never looked back en route to capturing Wednesday night's 32nd annual NAPA Auto Parts Gopher 50 Charity Late Model Race at Deer Creek Speedway.   The 23-year-old vaulted from the fourth starting position to the lead at the initial green flag, capping the explosion by splitting front-row starters Clint Smith of Senoia, Ga., and Rick Eckert of York, Pa., rounding turns three and four. He turned back a late challenge from Brian Birkhofer of Muscatine, Iowa, to register his third victory of the 2011 World of Outlaws Late Model Series season and first-ever at the Queensland family's three-eighths-mile track in southern Minnesota.   "It's just awesome to get a win here at Deer Creek," said Richards, "these guys do a phenomenal job with this place. It's one of my favorite tracks to come to every year."   Driving the Seubert Calf Ranches/Kentucky Fuel Corporation Rocket No. 1, Richards paced the entire distance in front of a standing-room-only crowd that turned out for the prestigious event co-promoted by the Blooming Prairie (Minn.) Lions Club and Deer Creek Speedway to raise money for Jaycee and Lions projects. The two-time defending WoO LMS champion was victorious for the third time in his last six starts on the national tour.   "The car just took off on the start and I couldn't waste the momentum," said Richards, who pushed his WoO LMS-leading career win total since 2004 to 31. "The track was getting more and more dry and Brian (Birkhofer) was on harder tires than we were, so I had to use every bit of the brown (moisture) that I could. I couldn't really stick in the bottom too well so I just tried to use all of the track and get through there the best I could. If we would've hit it wrong just a little bit, Brian no doubt would've won the race."   Birkhofer appeared to be in position to steal the race from Richards when he ducked underneath the leader in turns one and two with two laps remaining, but Richards managed to overtake the lapped machine of Ron Davies of Warren, Pa., entering turn three and hold on for one more tense circuit.   Richards now stands second in the WoO LMS standings, 26 points behind Rick Eckert who faded to seventh at the finish after starting from the pole position.   The WoO LMS Wild West Tour continues on Fri., July 15, at River Cities Speedway in Grand Forks, N.D., and Tues., July 19, at Gillette (Wyo.) Thunder Speedway.     For more information on Josh Richards, visit www.joshrichards.com, follow him on Twitter at @Josh_Richards1.         Josh Richards' No. 1 team carries support from Rocket Chassis, Kentucky Fuel Corporation, Cornett Racing Engines, Seubert Calf Ranches,Ernie D's Enterprises, ACE Metal Works, Petroff Towing, Tony Stewart Racing, Sunoco Race Fuels, Hoosier Racing Tires, Integra Shocks, Slavic Custom Decals, Valvoline, AEM, ATL Fuel Cells, Aurora Bearing Company, Autolite, Banshee Graphics, Barnes Systems, Beyea Performance, Brinn Transmissions, Brodix Cylinder Heads, Braswell Carburetion, Butlerbuilt Seat Systems, CV Products, Dohm Cycles, Dyer's Top Rods, Fram Filters, Frankland Rearends, Howe Racing, LSI, MSD Ignition, Outerwears, Performance Bodies, Performance Friction Brakes, Performance Rod & Custom, Rand, Ringers Gloves, Scott Performance Wire, Simpson Race Products, Sweet Manufacturing, Tel Tech, TWM Racing Products, Trick Carbon Fiber Driveshafts, Jones Racing Products, TurboStart Racing Batteries, Ultra Lite Brakes, US Brake, Weld Racing Wheels, Will Kinzer Foundation, Wehr's Machine, Wilwood and Wrisco Aluminum.       Honey Elizabeth Rentz   Rising Star Management Group hrentz@risingstarmg.com (704) 658-7650

July 14, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE---THANK YOU
CONTACT: BOB MILLER 443 513 4456
THUNDER SERIES 14th Annual TRAFFIC JAM


Just A fact. . . . 95 Indianapolis 500's. . .. . 52 Daytona 500's. . . . 100 Thunder on the Hill Events!

MODIFIEDS GEAR UP FOR 14TH ANNUAL TRAFFIC JAM ONLY AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY WEDNESDAY NIGHT, AUGUST 3RD

This is one TRAFFIC JAM you want to be part of!

The NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series returns to the Grandview Speedway on Wednesday night, August 3rd with the always popular 14th Annual TRAFFIC JAM for Modifieds. The 60 lap modified feature is sanctioned by the Race of Champions. Also on the program will be the ROC Sportsman. General admission for this event is $20 for adults, $5 for children 6-11 and kids under six will be admitted for free. The pit fee will be $30 and a license is not required. In the event of rain, Thursday night, August 4th will be the rain date. Gates will open at 5 PM with race time set for 7:30 PM. Advance tickets will be on sale Saturday night at the Grandview Speedway or by calling; 443 513 4456.

The inaugural TRAFFIC JAM took place in 1998 and Brett Hearn earned the center podium position in victory lane. The following year, Jimmy Horton was the winner with Frank Cozze taking the win in 2000 as Timmy McCreadie earned his first TRAFFIC JAM win in 2001. Brett Hearn was the first repeat winner in 2002 with DIRTcar standout Billy Decker winning the TRAFFIC JAM in 2003. Timmy McCreadie returned to the always joyous Grandview victory lane in 2004 with Tim Fuller winning the event in 2005, Alan Johnson in 2006, Brett Hearn in 2007 and Billy Decker again in 2008. Brett Hearn scored his fourth TRAFFIC JAM win in 2009 with VonDohren the winner in 2010.

The modifieds will qualify through a series of heat race events and a consolation all leading up to the $5,000 to win TRAFFIC JAM. The ROC sportsman will share the program also qualifying through heat race events, a consolation and a 40 lap feature event.

One very special activity that takes place during the annual TRAFFIC JAM event is FAN FEST. Weather permitting, the track gate at the flag stand will swing open after the TRAFFIC JAM starting field is staged on the homestretch. With the starting field, spectators from the grandstands are invited to come on to the speedway and do a meet and greet with the TRAFFIC JAM drivers. Fans are encouraged to bring their camera's and even a program book to collect autographs and photos.

Earlier in the night, race fans may also take part in the Inside/Out Promotion, allowing fans to watch the warm-ups from inside turn four. It's a great viewing location and you'll feel the ground vibrate when the modifieds power off turn four and charge down the homestretch.

Expected modified entries include Billy Decker, Matt Sheppard, Brett Hearn, Stewart Friesen, Duane Howard, Craig VonDohren, Doug Manmiller, MeMe DeSantis, Kevin Hirthler, Mike Gular and recent winner at the "Battle at Lincoln", Ryan Godown. The longer distance events at Grandview always provide some excitement. In the 2010 TRAFFIC JAM, Craig VonDohren of Oley, PA upset the competition, driving a small block modified, VonDohren caught the leaders in the closing laps to pocket the $6,000 first place prize.

2011 NAPA AUTO PARTS THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 22nd Season
presented by: VERTICAL Telephone Systems and Lee Myles Transmissions
Grandview Speedway Bechtelsville, PA

Coming Events:

Event #101
When: Wednesday, August 3rd 7:30 PM Gates Open at 5 PM
What: 14th Annual TRAFFIC JAM ROC Modifieds 60 laps $5,000 to win Plus . . . .ROC Sportsman 40 laps
Where: Grandview Speedway 43 Passmore Road, Route 100 Bechtelsville, PA 19505, ten mile north of Pottstown, PA
Admission: Adults $20, Children 6-11 $5 Under 6 Free
Pit Fee: $30
Track #: 610-754-7688
Website: www.thunderonthehillracingseries.com  or www.grandviewspeedway.com
 
Past TRAFFIC JAM Feature winners: 2010 Craig VonDohren, 2009 Brett Hearn, 2008 Billy Decker, 2007 Brett Hearn, 2006 Alan Johnson, 2005 Tim Fuller, 2004 Tim McCreadie, 2003 Billy Decker, 2002 Brett Hearn, 2001 Tim McCreadie, 2000 Frank Cozze, 1999 Jimmy Horton, 1998 Brett Hearn.

FAN FEST to take place just before the start of the 60 lap TRAFFIC JAM.

Meet Ms. Thunder on the Hill Stephanie Reid, See JOE the Pizza Dude, The Round Table Girls. Fan Giveaways. Try the popular Inside/Out Promotion where you can watch warm-ups from the inside turn four! Get your Grandview Thunder Program Book, your 22nd Anniversary Thunder on the Hill Racing Series t-shirts, Fireworks on feature parade lap, Fans invited to take part in the joyous victory lane ceremonies and meet the drivers in the pit area following the races.

Thunder Sponsors:
* NAPA Auto Parts- - - Long time Thunder on the Hill Racing Series sponsor will again have their banners and flag waving high above the Grandview Speedway podium.
* Lee Myles Transmissions at three locations in Berks County. Fern Street Reading, Perkiomen Ave 422 Birdsboro and North 5th Street Highway Reading. Other locations in Allentown, Easton, Mt. Pocono and York, PA
* VERTICAL Telephone Systems will return once again to add some fan fun for all the Thunder fans.
*R.M. Palmer Candy Company, Reading, PA
* BPG Racing/Chad Sinon Motorsports- - Making Thunder bigger for all
* Vince's Towing- - Reading, PA

END

 

July 13, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series

SATURDAY’S JIM EVETT MEMORIAL AT HANFORD
By Lance Jennings

SANTA MARIA, CA – JULY 13, 2011... This Saturday, July 16th, the USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series will compete at Hanford’s Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway for the “Jim Evett Memorial.” The event will showcase the make-up semi-main and feature from the March 18th rainout, a complete show, plus IMCA Stock Cars and Mini Stocks. The Pit Gates will open at 1:00pm, Spectator Gates at 5:00pm, Time Trials at 6:00pm, with Racing scheduled for 6:30pm.

Eligible drivers for the make-up races must have been in attendance on March 18th. They are:

SEMI-MAIN: (12 laps – Top 6 Transfer To Main Event)
John Iturriria (#27 Iturriria) - Jeff Gardner (#51T Revcon)
Austin DeBlauw (#65 DeBlauw) - Jace VanderWeerd (#88 VanderWeerd)
Ricky Kirkbride (#87 Van Meter) - Kevin Barnes (#36B Barnes)
Ryan Bernal (#11X Olmstead) - Andrew Murray (#18 Murray)
Matt Streeter (#14JR Streeter) - Dave Knott (#28 Knott)
Matt Day (#97 Day) - Dennis Howell (#62 Howell)
Nico Russo (#3N Russo) - Geoffrey Strole (#09S Strole)
James Bondurant (#77 Keener)

MAIN EVENT:
Jon Stanbrough (#81 Watt) - T.J. Smith (#14 LeGras)
Craig Stidham (#3 Stidham) - Davey Pombo (#3E Eames)
Richard VanderWeerd (#10 VanderWeerd) - Bud Kaeding (#29 Bowman)
Greg Alexander (#72 Tyler) - Danny Faria Jr. (#2 Bowman)
Rusty Carlile (#51 Carlile) - Marcus Niemela (#69 Watt)
Garrett Ishii (#71G Ishii) - Justyne Hamblin (#8 JH)
Andy Forsberg (#92 Forsberg) - Marty Hawkins (#3M Hawkins)
Wes Gutierrez (#007 WG) - Jonathan Logan (#32 Evett/Logan)

Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway is located on the Kings County Fairgrounds at 801 S. 10th Avenue in Hanford, California. Reserved Grandstand tickets are $12. Advance tickets are on sale now and camping is available on the fairgrounds. For more event information, visit giantchevroletspeedway.com or call (559) 584-RACE (7223).

The USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series would like to thank Southwest Contractors, Hoosier Tire, Amsoil, BR Motorsports, ButlerBuilt, Competition Suspension Inc., Cory Kruseman's Sprint Car & Midget Driving School, Crow Enterprizes, DJ Safety, Extreme Mufflers, Hilborn Fuel Injection, Hinchman-Indy Racing Uniforms, Integra Shocks, Kaeding Performance, Keizer Wheels, King Racing Products, Port City Racing, Rod End Supply, Saferacer.com, Saldana Racing Products, and Sander Engineering for their support.

For more information on the USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series, visit www.westcoastsprintcars.com,  www.usacracing.com,  www.racesantamariaspeedway.com,  or follow the series on facebook.

USAC WEST COAST 360 SPRINT POINTS:
1. Ryan Bernal 354; 2. Richard VanderWeerd 323; 3. Jace VanderWeerd 293; 4. Bud Kaeding 290; 5. Wes Gutierrez 285; 6. Greg Alexander 272; 7. Danny Faria Jr. 242; 8. Justyne Hamblin 231; 9. Peter Murphy 230; 10. Dennis Howell 213; 11. T.J. Smith 203; 12. Rusty Carlile 185; --. Johnathon Logan 185; 14. Davey Pombo 172; 15. Ricky Kirkbride 158; 16. Marty Hawkins 141; 17. Nico Russo 102; 18. Cole Peard 90; 19. Danny Sheridan 81; 20. Matt Day 76.

USAC WEST COAST 360 SPRINT SCHEDULE:
July 16: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway - Hanford, CA – “Jim Evett Memorial”
July 30: Santa Maria Speedway - Santa Maria, CA
August 20: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway - Hanford, CA
August 27: Santa Maria Speedway - Santa Maria, CA
September 10: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway – Hanford, CA – “Jim Turner Memorial”
September 17: Santa Maria Speedway – Santa Maria, CA – “Bud Stanfield Memorial”
September 24: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway - Hanford, CA
October 8: Groppetti Automotive Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway - Tulare, CA
October 15: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway – Hanford, CA – “Cotton Classic” (Non Points)
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series

July 13, 2011

HANFORD’S JIM EVETT MEMORIAL THIS SATURDAY NIGHT
By Lance Jennings

SANTA MARIA, CA – JULY 13, 2011... When the USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series take to Hanford’s Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway this Saturday night, fans are in for a treat. The popular "Jim Evett Memorial" will showcase the make-up semi-main and feature from the March 18th rainout, a complete show, plus IMCA Stock Cars and Mini Stocks. The Pit Gates will open at PIT GATE: 2PM, FRONT GATE: 5PM,DRIVER'S MEETING: 5PM,FIRST RACE: 6PM (Make Up Semi or Feature, depending on car count)

Heading into Saturday’s event, Ryan Bernal of Hollister leads the championship point chase. Driving the Danny Olmstead owned #11D S&S Automotive / Dorso's Automotive Maxim, Bernal has two heat race victories, five top-10 finishes, and led fifty-one laps of main event competition. The former Wingless Spec Sprint Champion will be looking for his first series victory on Saturday.

Richard VanderWeerd of Visalia trails Bernal by thirty-one points. Piloting Ron VanderWeerd’s #10 Maxim backed by VanderWeerd Construction and Battery Worx, Richard has one Sander Engineering Fast Time Award, three heat race victories, five top-10 finishes, and has led one main event lap. VanderWeerd will be one of the favorites on Saturday.

Richard's twin brother Jace is currently third in the point standings. Driving Ron VanderWeerd’s #88 Maxim sponsored by VanderWeerd Construction and Battery Worx, Jace won at Santa Maria on April 9th. In addition, the young driver has five top-10 finishes and led fourteen main event laps in the 2011 campaign. Jace will be looking to add Saturday’s Evett Memorial to his resume.

Bud Kaeding of Campbell is the hottest driver on the circuit. Driving Junior Bowman's #29 Buster & Ziggy Enterprises / Kaeding Performance Maxim, Bud has four main event wins on the season. Now fourth in points, the 3-time USAC Silver Crown Champion also has one Sander Engineering Fast Time Award, two heat race victories, and has led seventy-seven laps of feature competition. Look for Kaeding to run up front at Hanford.

"Wide Open" Wes Gutierrez of San Martin is fifth in the point chase. Driving the WG Motorsports owned #007 DRC backed by Competition Suspension Inc. and ButlerBuilt, Gutierrez has three heat race victories and four top-10 finishes to his credit. The hard charging driver will be looking to visit Hanford’s victory circle on Saturday.

Among the other top contenders expected to be in action are Gardena's Greg Alexander, Tipton's "Hollywood" Danny Faria Jr., Justyne Hamblin of Hanford, Clovis' Peter Murphy, Dennis Howell of Rancho Palos Verdes, and Fresno's T.J. Smith. In addition, Bakersfield's Rusty Carlile, Hanford's Jonathan Logan, Kerman's Davey Pombo, and "Showtime" Danny Sheridan of Santa Maria should be on hand to battle for the victory.

Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway is located on the Kings County Fairgrounds at 801 S. 10th Avenue in Hanford, California. Reserved Grandstand tickets are $12. Advance tickets are on sale now and camping is available on the fairgrounds. For more event information, visit giantchevroletspeedway.com or call (559) 584-RACE (7223).

The USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series would like to thank Southwest Contractors, Hoosier Tire, Amsoil, BR Motorsports, ButlerBuilt, Competition Suspension Inc., Cory Kruseman's Sprint Car & Midget Driving School, Crow Enterprizes, DJ Safety, Extreme Mufflers, Hilborn Fuel Injection, Hinchman-Indy Racing Uniforms, Integra Shocks, Kaeding Performance, Keizer Wheels, King Racing Products, Port City Racing, Rod End Supply, Saferacer.com, Saldana Racing Products, and Sander Engineering for their support.

For more information on the USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car Series, visit www.westcoastsprintcars.com,  www.usacracing.com,  www.racesantamariaspeedway.com,  or follow the series on facebook.

USAC WEST COAST 360 SPRINT POINTS:
1. Ryan Bernal 354; 2. Richard VanderWeerd 323; 3. Jace VanderWeerd 293; 4. Bud Kaeding 290; 5. Wes Gutierrez 285; 6. Greg Alexander 272; 7. Danny Faria Jr. 242; 8. Justyne Hamblin 231; 9. Peter Murphy 230; 10. Dennis Howell 213; 11. T.J. Smith 203; 12. Rusty Carlile 185; --. Johnathon Logan 185; 14. Davey Pombo 172; 15. Ricky Kirkbride 158; 16. Marty Hawkins 141; 17. Nico Russo 102; 18. Cole Peard 90; 19. Danny Sheridan 81; 20. Matt Day 76.

USAC WEST COAST 360 SPRINT SCHEDULE:
July 16: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway - Hanford, CA – “Jim Evett Memorial”
July 30: Santa Maria Speedway - Santa Maria, CA
August 20: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway - Hanford, CA
August 27: Santa Maria Speedway - Santa Maria, CA
September 10: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway – Hanford, CA – “Jim Turner Memorial”
September 17: Santa Maria Speedway – Santa Maria, CA – “Bud Stanfield Memorial”
September 24: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway - Hanford, CA
October 8: Groppetti Automotive Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway - Tulare, CA
October 15: Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway – Hanford, CA – “Cotton Classic” (Non Points)

Second Annual Night of Destruction: Saturday: July 16th You don't want to miss the Night of Destruction at Lawrenceburg Speedway: Join us for a whole evening of destroying things!!! Featuring: Demolition Derby: Presented By: Miamitown Auto Parts School Bus Races: Presented By: Belly's Party Bus Lawn Mower Derby: Presented By: Sign A Rama of Lawrenceburg Cruisers Hornet Enduro Races Roll Over Contest AND MUCH MORE!!! Admission Prices: Adult: $10 Kids Ages 7-12: $5 Under 6: FREE Pit Pass: $15 (all ages) </ span> Grandstands Open at 5:00pm FUN BEGINS at 6:00pm Physical Address: 351 E. Eads Parkway Lawrenceburg, IN 47025 812-539-4700 www.lawrenceburgspeedway.com Save the Date for these upcoming events: </ span> July 23rd: Christmas In July: Racing will feature the Lawrenceburg Chevrolet Sprints, Budweiser UMP Modifieds, and the Impact Sports Pure Stocks ....and since it's Christmas in July, you never know who may show up to see if we've been naughty or nice!!! July 30th:Dog Daze of Summer: Featuring the Lawrenceburg Chevrolet Sprints, Budweiser UMP Modifieds and the AMSA Mini Sprints: Lawrenceburg Speedway is once again partnering with Kroger for the second annual Lawrenceburg Speedway Pet Food & Toy Drive! August 6th : Rescheduled "Legends of Lawrenceburg Classic" Presented by: The City of Lawrenceburg. Just $8 General Admission! Racing will feature the Lawrenceburg Chevrolet Sprints, Budweiser UMP Modifieds, and the Impact Sports Pure Stocks. Join us as we honor all of those who have made the Lawrenceburg S peedway the "Legendary Lawrenceburg Speedway" August 13th: Budweiser Fan Appreciation Night: Featuring a pre-race concert in the Kroger midway from 4pm6pm. It's the Monster Mod 40: Racing will feature the Lawrenceburg Chevrolet Sprints, Budweiser UMP Modifieds, and the Impact Sports Pure Stocks. </ span> Stay in the race with a FREE Text Message from Lawrenceburg Speedway! Text: Racing (this is the message part) to... 95495 (this is the "send to" phone number) < /span> It's free to sign up for our service, but your normal carrier rates apply. Check out a few of our featured sponsors:

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CONTACT: BOB MILLER 443-513-4456
THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN

July 13, 2011


MACH 1 Chassis, Pioneer Pole Building, NAPA Auto Parts present. . . . . .
THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN. . . . .
THOUSANDS CIRCLE THE BATTLEFIELD. . . . RYAN GODOWN & AARON OTT REMAIN STANDING AFTER IT ALL

Abbottstown, PA . . . . . .Thousands circled the battlefield, and at the end of "The Battle of Lincoln", it was Ryan Godown winning the Pioneer Pole Building Race of Champions 60 lap feature as Aaron Ott took the win in the 25 lap MACH 1 358/360 Sprint Challenge. Presented by NAPA Auto Parts, the Lincoln Speedway was buzzing with excitement as the modifieds returned to the historic red clay in the "pigeon hills" for the first time in twenty-five years. It was also the first time the modifieds and sprints teamed up in a double-header at Lincoln. The big crowd was treated to a well run show that started on time, was completed well before 11 PM and delivered an outstanding track surface prepared by Fred Putney. The Battle at Lincoln could very well become an annual event. The event was co-promoted by Bob Miller and Ray Herold.

In the PPB Race of Champions feature event, Billy Decker established himself as the man to beat. Starting on the pole, Decker studied and figured out the Lincoln Speedway to set a blistering pace from the drop of the green flag. Duane Howard and Jeff Strunk where hot in the case with Matt Sheppard just off the pace. Billy Pauch Jr moved into third on lap six and began to reel in the leaders.

With ten laps in the books, Decker, Howard, Pauch Jr. , Ryan Godown and Craig VonDohren made up the top five. One lap later, Godown moved into third and set his sights on Decker and Howard. Craig VonDohren moved into the picture, cracking the top five and now battling Pauch.

Taking a look at the leaders, Duane Howard offered Billy Decker the first serious threat on lap twenty-three. With the leading approaching lapped traffic, a battle for the lead was forming. Then on lap twenty-five, the yellow was displayed for Brett Hearn who broke. On the restart, Howard again began his challenge against Decker with Ryan Godown third, VonDohren fourth and Pauch Jr. fifth.

Danny Johnson, after starting seventeenth was on a mission and advanced to fifth on lap thirty. As the race wore on, lapped cars were going to be a challenge for the leaders. On lap forty, Howard caught Decker and this battle was definitely under way. The battle for the lead continued until a big change of events took place. Exiting turn two on lap forty-six, race leader Billy Decker tagged a lapped car with Howard making hard contact with Decker. Howard and Decker locked bumpers and the yellow was displayed with Decker turned around on the backstretch. Ryan Godown inherited the lead at that point with Craig VonDohren in second.

On the restart, Godown set the pace followed by VonDohren, Danny Johnson, Matt Sheppard and Stewart Friesen.

For the final ten laps Godown had the lead covered as the final caution of the race was displayed on lap fifty-three for Colt Harris.

The last green flag of the race fell and Godown led the field into turn one. Second place runner Craig VonDohren drifted high in turn one opening the door for Danny Johnson to move into second. Matt Sheppard slipped through the opening to take third.

As the final laps ticked off, there were no challenges left to offer Godown and took the win and the $5,000 pay check. Danny Johnson finished second and earned an additional $300 as the Hard Charger. Making up the top five were Matt Sheppard, Stewart Friesen and Pat Ward.

In the MACH 1 358/360 Sprint Challenge the feature was a thriller. URC seven time Champion Curt Michael was the pole sitter with Lance Dewease on the outside front row. At the drop of the green flag, Dewease took the lead with Michael in the chase and Pat Cannon in third. On lap ten, Curt Michael powered-up the Valley Forge INC 5G and challenged Dewease for the lead. Lapped traffic was making the race interesting and third place runner Pat Cannon was now on the leaders.

On lap twelve, Dewease, Michael and Cannon were racing under a blanket for the lead. The caution was displayed on lap thirteen for Mike Bittinger who spun.

When green flag racing resumed, Dewease set the pace with Cannon now challenging for the lead was Curt Michael now in a battle with Aaron Ott. Dewease and Cannon were again in a side-by-side fight on lap sixteen.

One lap later, Aaron Ott passed Curt Michael for third and set his sights on the leaders.

With just five laps remaining, Dewease, Cannon and Ott were in a pack all looking for the lead. Ott slipped by Cannon for second on lap twenty-two. Dewease led the next lap with Ott close in the chase. With the white flag waiving, Ott took the lead but Dewease set-up one more run for the win. Ott kept the high groove as Dewease tried the bottom line off of turn four.

Ott took the win with Dewease second, Pat Cannon third, Logan Schurhart fourth and Curt Michael.

In Memory of Chad Miller Modified Heat Race Winners $50 each and included : Brett Hearn, Matt Sheppard, Stewart Friesen and Pat Ward.
Modified Consolation Winner: Bobby Varin
Ed & Laurie Ackerman Modified Hard Charger Award $300: Danny Johnson Started 17th Finished 2nd.
MACH 1 Sprint Heat Winners: Aaron Ott, Lance Dewease, Gerard McIntyre Jr., Curt Michael
MACH 1 "B" Main Winner: Jeff Rohrbough
$500 MACH 1 Highest finishing MACH1 Chassis: Mark Smith

PPB RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIED FEATURE: $5,000 Ryan Godown, Danny Johnson, Matt Sheppard, Stewart Friesen, Pat Ward, Craig VonDohren, Jeff Strunk, Jimmy Horton, MeMe DeSantis, Kevin Hirthler, Ryan Watt, Billy Decker, Larry Wight, Michael Weinart, Butch Tittle, Mike Nicholas, Billy Pauch Jr., Bobby Varin, Colt Harris, Duane Howard, Frank Cozze Jr., Brett Hearn, Larry Solomon, Tommy Sheetz Jr., Rusty Smith. 33 Modifieds

MACH 1 CHASSIS 359/360 SPRINT CHALLENGE: $3,000 Aaron Ott, Lance Dewease, Pat Cannon, Logan Schurhart, Curt Michael, Mark Smith, Niki Young, Jason Clauss, Gerard McIntyre Jr., Bryn Gohn, Chad Trout, Dave Ely, Rory Janney, Steve Storrie, Glendon Forsythe, Nathan Berwanger, Jay Galloway, Mike Bittinger, Logan Wagner, Kevin Ward Jr., Kevin Nagy, Tim Wageman, Kevin Nouse, Jeff Rohrbough . 30 Sprints

Special Note: A sincere thank you goes out to staff and management of the Lincoln Speedway for allowing Ray Herold and I to bring the modifieds back to Lincoln. We appreciate the large turnout of race fans and a special thank for the quality field of modifieds. This event was a big win in the fact that we brought the modifieds and sprints together at a track in the heart of sprint car country. We sold out of programs and have only six, Battle At Lincoln t-shirts remaining. The sponsorship support from MACH 1 Chassis/Brian Scandle,, Bob Greene of Pioneer Pole Buildings, NAPA Auto Parts and Lawrence Chevrolet/Gary Lawrence was greatly appreciated. Thanks to all for making this event a huge success.

Just A fact. . . . 95 Indianapolis 500's. . .. . 52 Daytona 500's. . . . 100 Thunder on the Hill Events!

2011 NAPA AUTO PARTS THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 22nd Season
presented by: VERTICAL Telephone Systems and Lee Myles Transmissions
Grandview Speedway Bechtelsville, PA

NEXT Event:

Event #101
When: Wednesday, August 3rd 7:30 PM Gates Open at 5 PM Rain Date Thursday, August 4th
What: 14th Annual Chad Sinon/BPG Motorsports Present THE TRAFFIC JAM ROC Modifieds 60 laps & ROC Sportsman 40 laps
Where: Grandview Speedway 43 Passmore Road, Route 100 Bechtelsville, PA 19505, ten mile north of Pottstown, PA
Admission: Adults $20, Children 6-11 $5 Under 6 Free
Pit Fee: $30
Track #: 610-754-7688
Website: www.thunderonthehillracingseries.com  or www.grandviewspeedway.com 

Past TRAFFIC JAM Feature winners: 2010 Craig VonDohren, 2009 Brett Hearn, 2008 Billy Decker, 2007 Brett Hearn, 2006 Alan Johnson, 2005 Tim Fuller, 2004 Tim McCreadie, 2003 Billy Decker, 2002 Brett Hearn, 2001 Tim McCreadie, 2000 Frank Cozze, 1999 Jimmy Horton, 1998 Brett Hearn.

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Busch Inaugural Kentucky Winner Kyle Busch outran David Reutimann and Jimmie Johnson on a late race restart to win Saturday's inaugural Quaker State 400 at Kentucky Speedway. Full Story Kentucky Rear View Mirror News, notes and observations from a weekend of racing at Kentucky Speedway. Full Story Franchitti Wins Wild Toronto Race Dario Franchitti survived a caution filled Honda Indy Toronto to record his fourth win of the 2011 IZOD IndyCar Series season. Full Story Team Gainsco Grabs First Win of 2011 Alex Gurney and Jon Fogarty gave Team Gainsco its first win of the season in Saturday's Continental Tire Sports Car Festival at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Full Story Saldana Best at Beaver Dam Joey Saldana picked up his fourth World of Outlaws win of the season on Saturday night at Beaver Dam Raceway. Full Story Quaker State 400 Results Quaker State 400 Loop Data eBook Quaker State 400 Video Recap Neff Gives Ford its 200th Win Mike Neff gave Ford its 200th Funny Car win on Sunday after he defeated Jeff Arend in the final round during the O'Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA Nationals. Full Story Alonso Scores Silverstone Win Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso ended the team's victory drought by winning their first race of the year in the Grand Prix of Great Britain, beating Red Bull drivers Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber. Full Story First Win for Merrell Matt Merrell passed Tim George Jr. on a Lap 195 restart and held on to win the Hantz Group 200 at Berlin Raceway in thrilling fashion. The 0.289-second victory was Merrell's first in 23 ARCA Racing Series starts since 2007. Full Story Meyers Wins and Takes Points Lead Jason Meyers snapped a season-long victory drought on Friday night at Cedar Lake Speedway, and wound up on top of the championship standings at the same time. Full Story Program Calendar   Date: 07/11/11 12:30 PM ET Booth Team: Marty Hough and Woody Cain   Date: 07/12/11 12:30 PM ET Booth Team: Steve Post and Kendra Jacobs   Date: 07/12/11 7:00 PM ET

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 11, 2011
DICK JORDAN 11-138


TWO FEATURES ON TAP FOR 360s AT HANFORD’s “EVETT MEMORIAL”


This Saturday night’s “Evett Memorial” USAC West Coast 360 Sprint Car program at Giant Chevrolet Kings Speedway in Hanford, Calif. will offer race fans a pair of feature events. The first will conclude an event interrupted by rain in March.

Ryan Bernal enters Saturday night’s program with a 31-point lead over Richard VanderWeerd, while Jace VanderWeerd holds down the third spot in the standings, only 61 back of the leader.

Bud Kaeding won the May 21 race at Hanford, a race in which Bernal took second and the VanderWeerds were fourth and eighth.



USAC WEST COAST 360 SPRINT CAR POINT STANDINGS

1-Ryan Bernal-354; 2-Richard VanderWeerd-323; 3-Jace VanderWeerd-293; 4-Bud Kaeding-290; 5-Wes Gutierrez-285; 6-Greg Alexander-272; 7-Danny Faria Jr.-242; 8-Justyne Hamblin-231; 9-Peter Murphy-230; 10-Dennis Howell-213.

For Immediate Release
July 10,2011
Thank you for your support
International SpeedSTR Classic Set for July 24th

With just 2 weeks until the July 24th Big Kahuna Series event at New Egypt,there are quite a few changes being made to the overall planning scheme for this show.

First being, that any race fan that has a Saturday night July 23rd rain check from either Grandview or New Egypt will get a $5.00 off adult ticket price at the ticket window,by trading your rain check and $10 for a Big Kahuna Series ticket.The regular price of $15 will still be in effect,if no rain check is presented.Discounted ticket prices for Senior Citizens and all Military Personnel with proper ID.

There are also some events planned for this race that will surely see some new faces on the D-shaped New Egypt Speedway as the SpeedSTR International Tour will have it's second race of the weekend as Wall Speedway will host the first International Tour of 2011 on July 23rd.The leading SpeedSTR drivers on the RevStar Canada Tour will be in attendance with a proclamation that they expect to have all 3 podium spots at race's end.The distance for the $2000 to win race is set at 30 laps.Williams Grove winner Scott "Bulldog" Munroe expects to be in the field along with the Langhorne Motorsports team of Kyle and Gary Hieber who are leading the current regional standings.The 2010 National Champion,Mario Page has expressed interest in entering this already star-studded SpeedSTR field.Gabriel Richer and Daniel Nadeau are 2 of the RevStar challengers that could turn the tables on the US SpeedSTR teams.

The Sportsman and Crate Mods will now be on the program with a Romano Memorial Qualifier for both the Sportsman and the Crates as they will be running 30 laps for 700 to win with a Winners Challenge Bonus being accepted.Eck Steering will be posting a Crate Bonus of 75 / 50 / 25 for the top 3 Crate finishers.The K&N Bonus will also be posted for the Sportsman as any Sportsman that finished in the top 10 at Big Diamond or Bridgeport that weekend will be eligible for the 75 / 50 / 25 top 3 money.The first Sportsman and first Crate Sportsman will each get a guaranteed spot for the prestigeous Romano Memorial on Monday,September 5th.

The Great American Enduro Series racers will be taking to the speedway for the New Jersey 125 as the Big Car Class will vie with the Small Car Class during the same event with each class getting scored separately after the 125 laps or 60 minutes is completed.With the Small Car of Steve Wilson winning the last GAE,anything is possible.The GAE point chase is very close with Mark Naftzinger leading the Big Car Class and John Crosby the Small Car.

The Vintage Car Racers are also part of the racing program with their show scheduled to be completed before all other classes.Richie Pratt,Sr. has been the dominant force with his original # 28.

Bring your American and Canadian flags and root on the Stars and Cars of the International SpeedSTR Tour.

Fan access to the pit area will be in effect all day,as many fans took advantage of this time to get up close photographs and autographs of the Big Kahuna racers during the days events.

Pit pass purchase is not limited to race team personnel,if you want to buy a pit pass for the day,they are available at pit sign-in.All pit dress codes and rules are in effect.

For more fan and team info please call the Speedway Entertainment office at 717-866-7450 or email at speede17@aol.com with Big Kahuna as the subject line.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE---THANK YOU
CONTACT: BOB MILLER
THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN

July 11, 2011

NAPA AUTO PARTS PRESENT. . . . . . .
THE PPB RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIEDS. . . .
THE MACH1 CHASSIS 358/360 SPRINT CHALLENGE
"THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN"


Hold on to your seat, this night could get real wild when all the talent hits the red clay oval in the pigeon hills.
It's a new game!
It's neutral ground!
Let the battle begin!

Event Facts:
THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN
Where: Lincoln Speedway 800 Racetrack Road Abbottstown, PA 17301
Track Phone: 717-624-2755
What: ROC Big Block Modifieds & 358/360 Sprints
Date: Tuesday, July 12
Rain Date: Wednesday, July 13
Gates Open: 5 PM
Race Time: 7:30 PM
Admission: Adults $20, Students $15 (12-17), Children $5 (6-11) Under 6 will be FREE.
Pit Fee: $25 no license required
Additional Information: Contact Bob Miller 443 513 4456
Parade lap fireworks salute presented by: LAWRENCE CHEVROLET in Mechanicsburg, PA
Lap Sponsorship for this event, Contact Ben Moyer 717-679-4816 or by e-mail at squadchauffer8@gmail.com. 
EVENT Sponsors: Pioneer Pole Buildings (PPB), MACH 1 Chassis, NAPA Auto Parts, Lawrence Chevrolet, BFP Specialty's

Lincoln Speedway is a very popular and "fan friendly" track in the tri-state area, offering great unobstructed viewing from every seat in the grandstands. The infield is open for watching the races by entering through the fourth turn tunnel. The pits are asphalt, with a slight elevation and great lighting so fans can watch all the pit action as well. The three-eighth mile Lincoln Speedway offers it all, the high speeds that you would see at the "big tracks" with the flair and excitement of the short track "bull rings". At Lincoln Speedway, you'll have it all.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE---THANK YOU
CONTACT: BOB MILLER 443 513 4456
THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN

July 11, 2011

Pioneer Pole Buildings, MACH 1 Chassis & NAPA Auto Parts present. . . . . . .
THE BATTLE AT LINCOLN NEARS, MODIFIED & SPRINT DOUBLEHEADER SET FOR TUESDAY NIGHT, JULY 12 AT LINCOLN SPEEDWAY

Abbottstown, PA . . . . . The red clay of the Lincoln Speedway in Abbottstown, PA will be the battle ground on Tuesday night for the first ever "Battle At Lincoln". Pioneer Pole Buildings, MACH 1 Chassis and NAPA Auto Parts present this blockbuster that will showcase the first appearance by the modifieds at the Lincoln Speedway in twenty-five years. The Race of Champions will sanction the event offering a $5,000 top prize to the winner of the 60 lap modified feature. For the MACH 1 358/360 Sprints, a minimum $3,000 will go to the winner. General admission for this event is $20 for adults, $15 for students, $5 for children and kids five and under will be admitted for free. The pit fee is $25 and a license is not required. Gates will open at 5 PM with race time set for 7:30 PM.

The "Battle At Lincoln" will attract some of the best modified drivers in the business including Duane Howard, Brett Hearn, Matt Sheppard, Craig VonDohren, Ryan Godown, Kevin Hirthler, Rick Laubach, Billy Pauch Jr., Jeff Strunk, Mike Gular, Billy Decker, Pat Ward, Ryan Phelps, Stew Friesen, Ryan Watt, Danny Johnson, Kyle Weiss, Rusty Smith, Butch Tittle and Larry Wight.

In the 358/360 Sprints, the roster has their share of heavy hitters as well to include Lance Dewease, Brian Montieth, Mark Smith, Daryn Pittman, Dave Ely, Aaron Ott, Curt Michael, Pat Cannon, Brian Montieth, Danny Dietrich, Kevin Nouse, Adrian Shaffer, Keith Prutzman, Niki Young, Cory Haas, Billy Detrich and Shane Smith to name a few.

Lawrence Chevrolet will present a driver Meet & Greet in the grandstand area from 5:30 to 6:45 PM. Meet Lincoln Speedway former greats to include Smokey Snellbaker, Van May, Bobby Allan, Lynn Paxton and Dizzy Dean. Joe the Pizza Dude will also make a visit thanks to NAPA Auto Parts and there will be a frisbee toss and Fan Foam Finger giveaways.

The modifieds have not seen thef Lincoln Speedway for over twenty-five years and since that time, the track layout has been re-configured.

It's a new game!
It's neutral ground!
Let the battle begin!


A great night of racing is planned at one of the most fan friendly race tracks in the country.

Event Facts:
Where: Lincoln Speedway 800 Racetrack Road Abbottstown, PA 17301
Track Phone: 717-624-2755
What: ROC Big Block Modifieds & 358/360 Sprints
Date: Tuesday, July 12
Rain Date: Wednesday, July 13
Gates Open: 5 PM
Race Time: 7:30 PM
Admission: Adults $20, Students $15 (12-17), Children $5 (6-11) Under 6 will be FREE.
Pit Fee: $25 no license required
Additional Information: Contact Bob Miller 443 513 4456
Parade lap fireworks salute presented by: LAWRENCE CHEVROLET in Mechanicsburg, PA
Lap Sponsorship for this event, Contact Ben Moyer 717-679-4816 or by e-mail at squadchauffer8@gmail.com.
EVENT Sponsors: Pioneer Pole Buildings (PPB), MACH 1 Chassis, NAPA Auto Parts, Lawrence Chevrolet, BFP Specialty's

Lincoln Speedway is a very popular and "fan friendly" track in the tri-state area, offering great unobstructed viewing from every seat in the grandstands. The infield is open for watching the races by entering through the fourth turn tunnel. The pits are asphalt, with a slight elevation and great lighting so fans can watch all the pit action as well. The three-eighth mile Lincoln Speedway offers it all, the high speeds that you would see at the "big tracks" with the flair and excitement of the short track "bull rings". At Lincoln Speedway, you'll have it all.

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July 10, 2011

HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS

Hamlin, PA - Greth, Dippel, Burd, Martin, Hearn, Burke, And Avery Share Hamlin Speedway Gold In Great Night Of Racing Action
by: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media

After many race tracks fell victim to Mother Nature on Friday evening, the heavy storms blew out of the area and Saturday brought on some beautiful warm summer weather with gentle blowing breezes into the Pocono Mountains. Hamlin Speedway Promoters Denise and Randy Smith welcomed in the great weather, a large crowd and 131 eager racers to the speedway grounds to produce another fabulous racing card. When the racing was completed, seven talented performers hit the speedway jackpot with New Cumberland, Pennsylvania hot shoe Ryan Greth leading the way in a wire to wire triumph in the Mid-Summer Spectacular 40-lap event for the Wingless 600 Micros to the tune of a $1,000.00 payday for he and car owner Wayne Lesher. Tyler Dippel in the All Star Slingshots, Wes Hearn in the Super Slingers, Dylan Martin in the Junior Slingshots, Austin Burke in the Rookie Wingless 600's, Gene Burd in the 270 Micros, and Scott Avery in the Rookie 270 Micros all added notches to their gunbelts in the tremendous show that had the great crowd on hand heading home by 10:30. The seven feature program hustled through the evening on a smooth racing surface and was sponsored for the evening by Tilcon, Dickie Keiper Racing Supplies and Walker Plumbing and Heating.

After a series of hotly contested heat events, time trials and B-Mains, the first of the seven feature events rolled onto the raceway for the stars of tomorrow in the Junior Slingshot division. Seventeen young men and ladies started the twenty lap excursion and pole sitting Caitlin Henneforth gunned her H-4 Property Management sponsored car into the lead at the drop of the green flag. Leading into turn one, the throttle on her race car stuck wide open and Henneforth did an admirable job of hanging on to the race car as she slid up the raceway and out of contention. The turn of events opened the door for "Thrillin" Dylan Martin and the youngster from Stroudsburg seized the opportunity to drive his Mark Gray Automotive sponsored hot rod into the lead with Kyle Gruber following closely behind. Thomas Strupp was quick to join the front pair of racers as the action heated up behind the leaders. Martin set the pace and opened up a seven car length lead on the field that was slowed at mid-point by the spinning Empire State racer Evan Van Valkenburg.. When the event restarted Martin was still at the point with Strupp now in second, Gruber third, Chris Kurtz in fourth and Mohnton racer "The Weasel" Jacob Dunn turning the fastest laps on the track to move into contention. Dunn was relentless from the top of the raceway as he drove past his foes to begin to close in on Martin. Lapped traffic slowed Martin in the final few laps and Dunn clicked off the best laps of the evening and made a couple of attempts to wrest the lead away from Martin. After taking the white flag, Martin held off Dunn in turn two but a lapped car caused Martin to check up as the pair raced into turn three side by side. Maertin dove to the bottom of the slower car and got a better run off of turn four to score his fourth win of the season at the Hamlin oval. Dunn was spectacular in a runner-up role with "The Little Tornado" Zack Weisenfluh using a late flurry to corral a third place finish. Thomas Strupp was fourth and Kyle Gruber was fifth in the final rundwon with Chris Kurtz, Allison Kaminski, Kevin Predmore, newcomer Brody Adamsky and last week's winner Bobby Flood completing the top ten.

West Hartford, Connecticut's Grady Johnston took off at the drop of the green flag in the run for the Rookie 270 main event and seemingly was in control of the event net as he maintained a six car length lead at the midway point of the event. Just as Johnston was putting a lap on newcomer Josh Schaffer, the pair got together and Johnston went up in the air but remained in the lead although it appeared there was some damage on the race car. As the laps wound down Johnston was cautious and possibly too cautious as runner-up Scott Avery closed in behind him. In the final two turns disaster struck Johnston as he became tangled with a slower car and the quickly approaching Avery used the clear portion of the race track to drive by and score the win over the heartbroken Johnston. Cheyanne Schaffer was third with Hayden Miller rallying back for fourth and newcomer Doug Evanuski completing the top five.

The Rookie 600 Micro main event saw Justin Brewster charge out front with the lead and Austin Burke and Jacob Hendershot in quick pursuit. Brewster's lead was short-lived after three laps as he lost the handle in turn three and turned his racer around. On the restart it was Burke on the hammer out front with Hendershot, Eddie Strada and Empire State driving talent Stephen Reynolds now applying the pressure. The racing was heating up as Hendershot spun out before the midway point and was forced to make a comeback from the rear of the field. Burke was still in command with "The South Canaan Sensation" Strada in his third event in the 600's applying heavy pressure to the high-flying Burke. With a few laps remaining, Reynolds saw his great drive go away when he was turned around in turn two. On the restart Burke and Strada put on a great show for the fans with Burke scoring the win with Strada in second, "The Harmony Heat" Greg Stevens in third, Larry Mekic in fourth and "The J-Shot" Jacob Hendershot rallying back to compete the top five.

The Super Slinger feature proved once again to be the Wes Hearn Show as the Greentown, Pennsylvania hot shoe drove away from the field at the drop of the green flag and led all laps to capture his second consecutive feature event win at the speedway. Paul Ennes kept pace with Hearn but settled for second with Dale Kober racing through the field from eleventh starting spot to grab third place. Aaron Henneforth was solid throughout the event to finish fourth and "The Harmony Hurricane" Roger Collins rallied back from an early spin to complete the top five. Henry Anderson, Jerry Hughes, newcomer Jim Conroy, Jimmy Johnston and PJ Dempsey rounded out the top ten finishers.

"The Machine" Gene Burd, the defending champion of the division at the speedway, hopped into one of the Widdos entries for the evening and took off like a shot out of a cannon from his third place start to seize the lead before the field hit turn one. Once in front, Burd carved out a big lead into the halfway point of the event. Matt Mountz pulled up lame on lap fourteen and on the restart it was Burd out front with "The Aviator" Robbie Watson hustling his mount in behind Burd. Burd did not waiver as he sped to the win with Watson in second place, Kurt Bettler in third, Tommy Kunsman fourth, Richie O'Neill in fifth and Shannon Smith doing triple duty in the second Widdos car with a sixth place finish.

The headliner for the All Star Slingshots saw 24 of the best Slingshot drivers in the country duke it out on the Hamlin Speedway real estate. The early going found "Speed Racer" Hunter Smith grabbing the lead at the start of the event from his pole start. Smith was solid for the first four laps but slid up the racecourse in turn two to allow the current National Junior Slingshot Champion Tyler Dippel to take over the point. Troy Langendoerfer slipped by Smith one lap later to take up the chase after Dippel and it appeared as though the Smith racer was now experiencing some handling problems. "The Electric Man" Colin White joined in the chase along with Robbie Hocker and by the mid-point of the event it was "Chargin" Charlie Lawrence making lots of noise from his twelfth place start. All eyes were on Lawrence as the Empire Region Slingshot Champion was masterful in his climb into contention. One by one Lawrence was able to move past those in front of him as he took over the runner-up role and set sail after Dippel. A 19th lap restart bunched the field together and set the stage for a six lap shootout between the leaders. Dipple maintained his composure as he fought off all of the advances from Lawrencehe as he held on to score his first win in regular Slingshot competition at the speedway. Lawrence scored his second straight runner-up finish with Troy Langendoerfer in third place, Colin White in fourth and Robbie Hocker completiing the top five. Shannon Smith headed up second five with John Rooks Jr, Dale Kober from seventeenth, Danny Buccafusca and Simon Egan completing the top ten.

The Mid Summer 600 Wingless 40-lap main event proved to be the Ryan Greth show as the Central Pennsylvania driving talent earned a front row starting spot with a win in the Dash For Cash. Brett Michalski, returning to the speedway after a hard crash from a week ago that saw him get upside down, followed in behind Greth with Jay Hartman, Jonathan Hull and Brian Gilmore following. Jeff Hartman, the recent champion of the Pennyslvania 600 Speedweeks fell back in the early going and got turned around before the first ten laps were completed forcing him to restart from the rear of the field. As the laps clicked off, Greth was able to maintain his lead despite heavy pressure from Michalski and Jay Hartman and the Carber Brothers, Mike and Brian. A lap fourteen incident saw Jonathan Hull get upside down as he battled for position with Brian Gilmore and both cars suffered damage and had to be towed from the racing surface. Another incident slowed the field on lap-20 as Brett Schoenly was forced into the Jersey barriers resulting in damage to his race car. On the restart problems once again beset Michalski as he slowed in turn two ending his night. With Greth fending off the advances of Jay Hartman, the intense racing action behind them saw some heroic efforts taking place. Jeff Hartman was rallying through the field as he became quicker as the race wore on. Kyle "The Hot" Lick was on a mission of his own as he drove from 13th starting spot to become a player in the event. Austin Burke began the event from 16th position and used a series of moves to put himself into contention. B-Main transfers Shelby Harper, Kyle Rohner and Jacob Hendershot were finding some workable real estate to join the chase to the front. Greth was superb in hitting his marks and maintaining the lead and Jay Hartman was relentless in keeping up the attack. Jeff Hartman found the rhythm and was the fastest race car on the track in the closing stages of the event. As starter Russ Furry unfurled the final checkered flag of the evening it was Greth scoring the win and earning the $1,000.00 pay day with Jay Hartman, Mike Carber, Jeff Hartman and Kyle Lick completing the top five. Brian Carber, Austin Burke, Shelby Harper, Billy Clark, Alex Curley, Kyle Rohner and Joesph Smith completed the top twelve finishers.

POCO-NOTES:

Once again the Smith team threw down the gauntlet to produce another exciting evening of racing action. With Randy Smith unable to work on the raceway after the storms rolled in on Friday, Smith and his staff worked feverishly right up until race time to give the drivers a great track to race on. The track narrowed a bit with all of the racing action that took place during the evening but the great roster of driving talent at the speedway continued to thrill the great crowd on hand all evening long with their daredevil drives all around the race course.

Thirty-two All Star Slingshots signed in to do battle as the roster of driving stars grows with each passing week of the season. New drivers on hand for the division included Tyler Treacy and Shaina Barker with former karter Ryan Lacoe returning to action in an evenign that saw Kyle Rutledge picking up a ride in the Tom Arntz slinger for the evenimg and Late Model star Ben Whitaker back in one of the Clark Garage entries for the second straight week. Tayllor Schoenly returned to action as did AJ Tonkin.

New Junior Slingshot racers continue to arrive at the speedway as seventeen cars took to the track for the feature event. Kira White and Kevin Predmore returned to action as did Evan Van Valkenburg who is a part time performer due to the fact he resides in Scotia, New York. Brody Adamsky is a new face in the crowd at Hamlin with a recent purchase of one of the former Benke race cars and Adamsky was a ninth place finisher in the main event. Allison Kaminsky continues to impress with a seventh place finish in the former Dale Reed racing equipment. In the Rookie 270's, Grady Johnston was only racing in his seventh ever dirt racing event as the rookie campaigner did all of racing previously on the pavement in the quarter midget ranks. Former Quarter Midget champion Glen Macomber returned to action and Doug Evanuski and Pam Badaracco made their first Hamlin starts.
Pam is a second generation driver whose Father Larry Badaracco was a former Lake Mocatek Speedway champion in the past. Scotty Cox was a new face in the Super Slingers with a paint job on his sparkling new racer very reminiscent of the Newt Hartman days when he driving Modified for Mike Tosco. Cox ran great but suffered from a chain problem at the start of the Super Slinger main. Jim Conroy and Bob Wilson were new entries for the division and Conroy was stout with an eighth place finish but Wilson suffered early as his clutch exploded in a sea of shrapnel.

The Dash for Cash was captured by Ryan Greth with Brett Michalski, Jeff Hartman, Jay Hartman, Jonathan Hull and Brian Gilmore following. Jay Hartman was the fastest qualifier for the 600's with a time of 12.380 seconds. Jeff Hartman with a 12.401, Brett Michalski with a 12.430, Brian Gilmore with a 12.481 and Ryan Greth with a time of 12.507 followed as the top five qualifiers.

Caitlin Henneforth and Dylan Martin captured the heat race wins for the Juniors. Scott Avery in the rookie 270's and Eddie Strada and Jacob Hendershot in the rookie 600's were victorious in the preliminary events for the rookies. Scotty Cox and Wes Hearn in the Super Slingers, Larry Mekic in the 270's, Joe Howey, Charlie Shaver, Shannon Smith and Tyler Dippel were winners in heat action while Shalby Harper and Billy Clark claimed wins in the B-Mains for the 600's and AJ Tonkin scoring a win in the B-Main for the Slingshots.

RESULTS:

All Star Slingshots: Tyler Dippel, Charlie Lawrence, Troy Langendoerfer, Colin White, Robbie Hocker, Shannon Smith, John Rooks Jr, Dale Kober, Danny Buccafusca, Simon Egan, Cody Kline, Billy Clark, Paul Ennes, Mack Brink, John Pantis, Billy Weaver, Henry Anderson, Hunter Smith, Gary Dennis, Charlie Shaver, Joe Howey, AJ Tonkin, Kyle Rode, Jimmy Johnston

600 Wingless Micros: (Mid Summer 40) Ryan Greth, Jay Hartman, Mike Carber, Jeff Hartman, Kyle Lick, Brian Carber, Austin Burke, Shelby Harper, Billy Clark, Alex Curley, Kyle Rohner, Joseph J Smith, Jacob Hendershot, Chad Sandt, Joe Kata, Bill Shire, Stan Tykarski, Brett Michalski, Brett Schoenly, Rick Perone, Brian Gilmore, Jonathan Hull, Mick D'Agostino, Grant Hilfiger

270 Micros: Gene Burd, Robbie Watson, Kurt Bettler, Tommy Kunsman Jr, Richie O'Neill, Shannon Smith, Larry Mekic, Matt Mountz, Larry Hoagland, Tim Manieri Jr, CJ Heinig

Junior Slingshots: Dylan Martin, Jacob Dunn, Zack Weisenfluh, Thomas Strupp, Kyle Gruber, Chris Kurtz, Allison Kaminski, Kevin Predmore, Brody Adamsky, Bobby Flood, Collin Dubois, Leo Fotopolous, Tyler Peet, Caitlin Henneforth, Carly Dippel, Kira White, Evan Van Valkenburg
Super Slingshots: Wes Hearn, Paul Ennes, Dale Kober, Aaron Henneforth, Roger Collins, Henry Anderson, Jerry Hughes, Jim Conroy, Jimmy Johnston, PJ Dempsey, Del Howell, Charlie Shaver, Bob Clark, Herb Finger, Scotty Cox, Tom Arntz, Bob Wilson

270 Rookie Micros: Scott Avery, Grady Johnston, Cheyanne Schaffer, Hayden Miller, Doug Evanuski, Makenzie Harper, Glenn Macomber, Josh Schaffer, Pam Badaracco

600 Wingless Rookie Micros: Austin Burke, Eddie Strada, Greg Stevens, Larry Mekic, Jacob Hendershot, Steve Van Valkenburg, Justin Brewster, Riley Moczulski, Shelby Ogazaly, Heidi Hedin, Stephen Reynolds, Danielle Dickinson, Carol Shire, Tim Howell, Sheldon Iudicello

Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 1 PM; Drivers Meeting at 4:45; Hot Laps are at 5:00 and the racing begins at 6 PM sharp. Admission Prices are: Adults $8.00; Senior Citizens $4.00 Children under 6 are Free; Pit Pass: $20.00 The "new" General Admission Bonus Pack is available for families: It consists of 4 General Admission Tickets + $20.00 in Food Vouchers for $40.00 (a savings of $12.00)

July 16th at the speedway offers up a Regular show with all seven divisions at the speedway in action at the premier speedway in the Poconos

For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeedway.com  or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500. For video work or questions regarding the purchase of videos from the exciting on-track action at the Hamlin Speedway, contact videographer Barry Boyd at: http://www.boydracingvideos.com  For photos of all of the Great racing action contact Rick Schwindenhammer Racing Photos at: http://www.ricksracingphotos.zenfolio.com
Visit us often for a great night of racing action as............................................



The Hamlin Speedway Is The Gateway To The Poconos

K-C Raceway Results

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 10, 2011
By Scott Wolfe

CHILLICOTHE, OHIO-The NRA Sprint Invaders blitzed into K-C Raceway where Ronnie Blair, Troy, Ohio brought home the popular win over a fine field of cars in a green-to-checkered, non-stop run at Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway Saturday night. In the highly competitive AMRA Late Model feature, Jackson, Ohio driver Jason Montgomery
blasted from a 6th place start to the win, Jeremy Berwanger, Murray City claimed the AMRA Modified main, and unstoppable Jamey Adams claimed the Hobby Stock win. 104 cars raced the pit area and a large mid-summer crowd was in attendance at Ohio's fastest 3/8 mile dirt track.

Ronnie Blair, the 2003 Limaland Rookie of the Year, and semi-regular on the K-C  high-banks took the lead from Luke Hall on the 5th circuit and never looked back. Hall led the initial parade into turn one with Blair close in tow. On the first restart Caleb Helms and Shawn Dancer tangled to bring out the red.

Once the race restarted, it was flat-foot, pedal-to-the-metal racing for the next 25 circuits. Hall led early with Blair and Butch Schrader all within a nerf-bar of the leader. The trio raced hard for 8 laps with Blair the new leader, now being chased by Schroeder and a rocketing fast-timer Kyle Sauder.

Jimmy Nier battled Luke Hall and Sauder much of the early going, while J.R. Stewart began a march to the front. Sauder bagged both Hall and Nier for third, then Nier held off the
charges of Stewart for a top five.

Momentarily, Blair got hung up in lapped traffic, allowing Schroeder to make a last bid. Once again in free sailing Blair blitzed on to the popular win in his Eagle Chassis/Charlie
Fisher engines #35. Always a crowd pleaser at K-C Blair said, "I've just kept getting closer and closer (to a win). I think this is my greatest track in the country. I love to run here and do pretty well here. Wow! It's great to get this win. It is Awesome!"

Rounding out the top ten were Ronnie Blair, Butch Schroeder, Kyle Sauder, Jimmy Nier, J.R. Stewart, Randy Tony Beaber, Jared Horstman, and Hud Horton. J.R. Stewart was the Hard Charger in a 12th to 5th place run. Young Jesse McCreary had a good run come to an end when a broke wheel sent him catapulting through turn four in his heat. McCreary was uninjured.

The late model feature was a stacked, star-studded field which included many track champions from both the surrounding area and K-C Raceway. A great three-wide race irst eleven laps.

Conley grabbed the lead on the initial start, pulling Smith into turn one. Smith dogged Conley much of the first six laps, when sixth place starter (due to the redraw) Jason Montgomery made it a three way race.

Fans watched the great dual in awe as Montgomery twice pulled along-side Conley in traffic only to get squeezed by a lapped car and shuffled back to third. Smith flew high by Conley momentarily on the high side down the main chute, but Conley again pulled rank at the flagstand. A pack of ten cars, three front runners and seven cars back in the pack made both for a tedious and exciting race for nearly ten laps. Montgomery came back into the fold and took the lead on lap 12, only to have a spin slow the field and put Conley back on the point.

Two laps after the restart Montgomery in his Chip Estes Engines/Rocket Chassis #21 flexed his muscle and sailed on to the win. Gaining popularity with the K-C fans, Smith held third until late when veteran points leader Delmas Conley blasted by for position. Fast timer Ben Adkins tried Smith several times with no avail, while Mark Frazier, who battled hard with Kevin Wagner much of the race finally made the past for sixth. Dean Boyd had a good car all night long, racing hard with Wagner and Mike Wilson for position and Dylan Huron worked his way up the ladder for tenth.Rounding out the top ten were Montgomery, Rod Conley, Delmas Conley, Chad Smith, Ben Adkins, Mark Frazier, Kevin Wagner, Dean Boyd, Mike Wilson, and Dylan Huron .

Montgomery was also the hard charger in the nearly caution free run. "Rod raced us clean. He always does," exclaimed Montgomery. "This is the first  victory with my new daughter here,so that made it special." "Thanks to my family, crew, all my sponsors, and Montgomery Machine. This win was for my Grandma and Aunt that I lost this week, and for racer Paul Coyan, former K-C Champ who had a heart bypass and has helped influence my racing. It was a tough week, but winning helps."

Jeremy Berwanger took advantage of an early spin by points' leader Dave Fireball Pinkerton, then blasted off to the races. Former AMRA champ Kenny Johnson was eliminated on the first start as well, setting the stage for what was another great, caution-free feature. Brian Whiteman overcame a couple weeks of hard luck to return to championship for as the
defending champ challenged early and posted a strong second place. Whiteman had the hammer down, but the x-car of Berwanger had just a little too much.

Tim Tribby it seemed had cars around him all night long, but the veteran maintained poise in holding off hard charger Rob Stambaugh and Steven Duty, then making a late race pass of Tim Rayburn. Mark Kaetzel has had two impressive runs at K-C this season holding off great charges of Jimmy Lennex, Jeremy Rayburn, and Luke Jordan. Stambaugh was nothing lessthan impressive in a 20th to fifth place run. Vince Conrad, one of the AMRA points  leaders, in a rare K-C appearance won the consy and advanced seven spots in a great run.

Rounding out the top ten were Jeremy Berwanger, Brian Whiteman, Tim Tribby, Tim Rayburn, Rob Stambaugh, Mark Kaetzel, Jimmy Lennex, Jeremy Rayburn, Luke Jordan, and Vince Conrad. Berwanger said in victory lane, "We've been good and had a great race car all year. We've just had some bad luck and it was good to see it come together tonight, especially for
my crew. Thanks to all my sponsors, my owners--Tony, Delbert, and Ralph and everyone else who works so hard on this team."

Jamey Adams now has a bounty of over $150 on him. He is now 9 for 9 after bring home the Dan Reno Hobby Stock win Saturday over the ever-improving, hard running Brandon Mather. Mather stayed with Adams much of the way, but Adams was just too overpowering.

Three great runs highlighted the night. Brandon Thompson started scratch in Jason Holstein's car and blasted toward the front. No less impressive was that of Tommy Mossbarger, former track champion, who started 17th and catapulted to a fourth place run only to be edged out by inches at the line for third. The three drivers all had great drives for good finishes. Officially, the last to third run of Thompson was the Hard Charger honor.

After tempers had flared earlier in the night all the hard-charging and good show was praised by the fans and staff in the feature of the highly competitive division. Additionally, TraceyRoss was involved in a mid race tangle and blasted back off the tail for fifth in a great drive. Davey Akers held third much of the race, but faded late for sixth. Rounding out the topten were Jamey Adams, Brandon Mather, Brandon Thompson, Tommy Mossbarger, Tracey Ross, Davey Akers, Phil Rice, Jack Martin, Butch Eblin, and Paul Baker.

K-C races again Saturday, July 16 with the  Boss Sprints, Late Models, Hobby Stocks, Rear Wheel Drive Four Cylinders..No Mods

The summary:
NRA Sprint Cars (25)
Fast Time: Kyle Sauder 13:001
Heat One: Tim Allison, Hud Horton, J.R. Stewart, Butch Schroeder, Kyle Sauder, Jared Horstman, Jarrod Delong, Jesse MCCreary, Todd Heuerman
Heat Two: Ketn Wolters, Dennis Yoakam, Ronnie Blair, Shawn Dancer, Ryan Myers, Caled Helms, Gregg Dalman, Mike Miller
Heat Three: Jimmy Nier, Randy Hannigan, Dallas Hewitt, Luke Hall, Tony Beaber, Max Stambaugh, Jeremy Powley, Tim Viles
B-Main: Caleb Helms, Shawn Dancer, Jared Horstman, Mike Miller, Tim Viles, Max Stambaugh, Jarrod Delong, Jeremyu Powley, Jesse McCreary, Todd Heureman
Feature: Ronnie Blair, Butch Schroeder, Kyle Sauder, Jimmy Nier, J.R. Stewart, Randy Hannigan, Luke Hall, Tony Beaber, Jared Horstman, Hud Horton, Ryan Myers, Dennis Yoakam, Dallas Hewitt, Tim Allison, Kent Wolters, Mike Miller, Gregg Dalman, Tim Viles, Shawn Dancer, Caleb Helms

AMRA Late Models (23)
Fast Time: Ben Adkins 14:80
Heat One: Delmas Conley, Ben Adkins, Mark Frazier, Paul Davis, Kenny Spencer, Roger

Pertuset, Josh Bivens, AudieSwartz, Shannon Roese
Heat Two: Rod Conley, Chad Smith, Mike Wilson, Dean Boyd, Ken Howell,Jason PErry, Rod

Evans, Richard Jenkins
Heat Three: Jason Montgomery, Kevin Wagner, Kevin Layne, Dylan Huron, Billy Gullion, Brett

Foster, Butch Dowdy, Tommy Bigham
B-Main: Jason Perry, Brett Foster, Shannon Roese, Audie Swartz, Rod Evans, Butch Dowdy,

Roger Pertuset, Josh Bivens, Richard Jenkins, Tommy Bigham

Feature: Jason Montgomery, Rod Conley, Delmas Conley, Chad Smith, Ben Adkins, Mark Frazier, Kevin Wagner, Dean Boyd, Mike Wilson, Dylan Huron, Ken Howell, Billy Gullion,
Kevin Layne, Jason Perry, Audie Swartz, Brett Foster, Kenny Spencer, Shannon Roese, Rod Evans, Paul Davis

MALTA AMRA MODIFIEDS (35)
Advanced Services Modifieds

Heat One: Dave Pinkerton, Kenny Johnson, Mark Kaetzel, Adam Colley, Derrick Ramsey, Lee Slusher, Bob Hurst, Brad Butler, T.J. Harper
Heat Two:Jeremy Berwanger, Bob Crace, Jr., Tim Tribby, John Arthurs, Vince Conrad, Rick Venham, J.OPP. Roberts, Eric Hatfield, Sean Settles
Heat Three: Tim Rayburn, Jimmy Lennex, Luke Jordan, Bruce Gould, Donnie Stewart, Scott Collier, Eddie Cottrill, Rob Stambaugh.
B-Main One: Vince Conrad, Rick Venham, J.P. Roberts, Derrick Ramey, Sean Settles, Bob Hurst, Jr., Brad Butler, Lee Slusher, Eric Hatfield, T.J. Harper
B-Main Two: Donnie Stewart, Rob Stambaugh, Lonnie Kidd, Dale Lyons, Scott Collier, Mike Arthurs, Chris Moore, Eddie Cottrill, Jr.
Feature:Jeremy Berwanger, Brian Whiteman, Tim Tribby, Tim Rayburn, Rob Stambaugh, Mark Kaetzel, Jimmy Lennex, Jeremy Rayburn, Luke Jordan, Vince Conrad, Bob Crace, Jr., Steven Duty, Rick Venham, David Pinkerton, Bruce Gould, Mark Bailey , Adam Colley, John Arthurs, Donnie Stewart, Kenny Johnson

Dan Reno Hobby Stocks (21)
Heat One: Brandon Mather, Brandon Thompson, Tracey Ross, Mike Brust, Paul Baker, Tim

Cutler, Zach Vanhoose, Travis Pertuset, Tommy Mossbarger, Cort Fisher, Gary Park
Heat Two: Jamey Adams, Jason Holstein, Davey Akers, Phil Rice, Butch Eblin, Jack Martin, Danny Hamilton, Blake Sheets, Evan Seitz

Feature: Jamey Adams, Brandon Mather, Brandon Thompson, Tommy Mossbarger, Tracey Ross, Davey Akers, Phil Rice, Jack Martin, Butch Eblin, Paul Baker, Tim Cutler, Zach
Vanhoose, Mike Brust, Travis Pertuset, Blake Sheets, Danny Hamilton, Jason Holstein, Cort Fisher, Evan Seitz, Gary Park


Late Model Points
Delmas Conley 289
Mike Wilson 251
Rod Conley 230
Mark Frazier 224
Dean Boyd 182
Billy Gullion 181
Jason Montgomery 177
Shannon roese 163
Chad Smith 154
Dylan Huron 153
Paul Davis 153
Ken Howell 147
Ben Adkins 146
Kenny Spencer 142
R.J. Conley 139
Duane Chamberlain 130
Tony Roush 130
Russ Frohnapfel 126
Kevin Wagner 113
Eddie Carrier, Jr. 109

AMRA Advanced Services Modifieds

Dave Pinkerton 329
Brian Whiteman 302
Jeremy Rayburn 299
Jeremy Berwanger 288
Bob Crace, Jr. 284
Mark Bailey 258
Tim Rayburn 219
Kevin Delaney 189
John Arthurs 163
Jimmy Lennex 160
Bud Frazier 152
Luke Jordon 149
Lonnie Kidd 148
Kenny Johnson 136
Donnie Stewart 134
Brian Moore 132
Sean Settles 128
Kyle Payne 127
Phillip Bapst 126
Bob Hurst, Jr. 119

Dan Reno Hobby Stocks

Jamey Adams 493
Tommy Mossbarger 394
Bruce Gray, Jr. 378
Tim Cutler 360
Brandon Mather 350
Brandon Thompson 347
Mike Brust 320
Butch Eblin 298
Jim Hildebrand 253
Jack Martin 228
Phil Rice 220
Keith Dubois 213
Tracey Ross 196
Richard Trego 187
Jeff Sheets 168
Roger Mossbarger 156
Gary Park 151
Travis Pertuset 134
Dan Lewis 80
Jeremy Bretz 79

 

July 10, 2011

HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS

Hamlin, PA - Hamlin Speedway Quick Results Quick Results On Tilcon, Dickie Keiper Racing Supplies And Walker Plumbing And Heating Night
By: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media

All Star Slingshots: Tyler Dippel, Charlie Lawrence, Troy Langendoerfer, Colin White, Robbie Hocker, Shannon Smith, John Rooks Jr, Dale Kober, Danny Buccafusca, Simon Egan, Cody Kline, Billy Clark, Paul Ennes, Mack Brink, John Pantis, Billy Weaver, Henry Anderson, Hunter Smith, Gary Dennis, Charlie Shaver, Joe Howey, AJ Tonkin, Kyle Rode, Jimmy Johnston

600 Wingless Micros: (Mid Summer 40) Ryan Greth, Jay Hartman, Mike Carber, Jeff Hartman, Kyle Lick, Brian Carber, Austin Burke, Shelby Harper, Billy Clark, Alex Curley, Kyle Rohner, Joseph J Smith, Jacob Hendershot, Chad Sandt, Joe Kata, Bill Shire, Stan Tykarski, Brett Michalski, Brett Schoenly, Rick Perone, Brian Gilmore, Jonathan Hull, Mick D'Agostino, Grant Hilfiger

270 Micros: Gene Burd, Robbie Watson, Kurt Bettler, Tommy Kunsman Jr, Richie O'Neill, Shannon Smith, Larry Mekic, Matt Mountz, Larry Hoagland, Tim Manieri Jr, CJ Heinig

Junior Slingshots: Dylan Martin, Jacob Dunn, Zack Weisenfluh, Thomas Strupp, Kyle Gruber, Chris Kurtz, Allison Kaminski, Kevin Predmore, Brody Adamsky, Bobby Flood, Collin Dubois, Leo Fotopolous, Tyler Peet, Caitlin Henneforth, Carly Dippel, Kira White, Evan Van Valkenburg

Super Slingshots: Wes Hearn, Paul Ennes, Dale Kober, Aaron Henneforth, Roger Collins, Henry Anderson, Jerry Hughes, Jim Conroy, Jimmy Johnston, PJ Dempsey, Del Howell, Charlie Shaver, Bob Clark, Herb Finger, Scotty Cox, Tom Arntz, Bob Wilson

270 Rookie Micros: Scott Avery, Grady Johnston, Cheyanne Schaffer, Hayden Miller, Doug Evanuski, Makenzie Harper, Glenn Macomber, Josh Schaffer, Pam Badaracco

600 Wingless Rookie Micros: Austin Burke, Eddie Strada, Greg Stevens, Larry Mekic, Jacob Hendershot, Steve Van Valkenburg, Justin Brewster, Riley Moczulski, Shelby Ogazaly, Heidi Hedin, Stephen Reynolds, Danielle Dickinson, Carol Shire, Tim Howell, Sheldon Iudicello

Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 1 PM; Drivers Meeting at 4:45; Hot Laps are at 5:00 and the racing begins at 6 PM sharp. Admission Prices are: Adults $8.00; Senior Citizens $4.00 Children under 6 are Free; Pit Pass: $20.00 The "new" General Admission Bonus Pack is available for families: It consists of 4 General Admission Tickets + $20.00 in Food Vouchers for $40.00 (a savings of $12.00)

July 16th at the speedway offers up a Regular show with all seven divisions at the speedway in action at the premier speedway in the Poconos

For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeedway.com or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500. For video work or questions regarding the purchase of videos from the exciting on-track action at the Hamlin Speedway, contact videographer Barry Boyd at: http://www.boydracingvideos.com For photos of all of the Great racing action contact Rick Schwindenhammer Racing Photos at: http://www.ricksracingphotos.zenfolio.com
Visit us often for a great night of racing action as............................................



The Hamlin Speedway Is The Gateway To The Poconos

 

For immediate release…thank you
Mountain Speedway media contact:
Gene Ostrowski gjtost@verizon.net  (570) 231-1272
Promoter: Joe Callavini (570) 788-7544



Upcoming events:
Saturday, July 16- SUMMER RACEFEST for Street Stocks (40-laps, Double Points), Modifieds and FWDs, PLUS ATQMRA Midgets and Atlantic coast Old Timers
Saturday, July 23 - SUMMER RACEFEST for Sport Modifieds, Late Models and Factory Stocks (30-Laps, Double Points)


Dave Brigati Calling Victory Lane Home at Mountain Speedway


By: Gene Ostrowski

July 9, 2011



St. Johns, PA- On the same Saturday night of celebration for 50 years of marital bliss between Mountain Speedway Promoter, Joe Callavini and his wife Dorothy, Dave Brigati of Long Island, NY and his crew celebrated in victory lane after winning the Sport Modified victory at the speedway. Also from Long Island, NY, Kyle Harvell took the lead on the opening lap of the Late Model feature and held off rival Craig Lutz to score his first career win in the division and Matt Schlenker of Walnutport came out the victor in the Factory Stock division following a three-wide pass on the final lap.

Chip Wanamaker started from the pole position and led the first circuit of the 40-lap Sport Modified feature over Barry Callavini, Paul Frantz, Nick Pecko and Pat Verwys until the caution flag waved when Joe Wielgosz spun in turn two. Green flag racing resumed and Callavini overtook Wanamaker for the top spot. Meanwhile, Pecko overtook Frantz for third.

With Callavini still in command by inches over Wanamaker, Dave Brigati got by Kevin Orlando for the fourth spot on lap 14. Eight laps later he overtook Pecko.

Callavini’s car began to fade and Wanamaker fought hard for the lead. However, Brigati took the second spot from Wanamaker on lap 26 in turn one. He then shot by Callavini on the same lap for the lead in turn four before the yellow and then red flags waved two circuits later when Dean Ficarro’s engine expired and then caught fire.

The green flag came back out but a quick yellow followed when Orlando spun in turn three. Several other drivers were collected in the incident, including Todd Geist, Geary Rinehimer and Frantz.

Green flag racing resumed with Brigati still in command. Wanamaker in second, followed by Callavini, Pecko and Mike Skarbowski. Will Schneider ran sixth and was overtaken by Jason Hearn for the position following the restart.

Brigati began to put some distance on second and with seven laps remaining, Skarbowski grabbed the fourth spot from Callavini.

Untouchable, Brigati drove off to take the checkered flag for the second time this season. Wanamaker finished in the second spot, followed by Pecko, Skarbowski and Hearne.

Chip Wanamaker and Dave Brigati were heat race winners.

Jerry Tunney led his fellow Late Model drivers to the drop of the green flag in the 50-lap, double points event. Tunney didn’t seem to get up to speed quick enough on the start and the field began to stack up behind him. The end result was Kyle Harvell as the race leader and a caution for debris on the first lap. Adam Cox ran second to the leader, followed by Craig Lutz, Travis Fisher and Francis Gross III.

Green flag racing resumed and both Lutz and Fisher overtook Cox. They battled with each other before Fisher grabbed second on lap three. Meanwhile, Gross took the fourth spot from Cox on lap four.

The yellow flag waved on lap five when the engine expired on Tunney’s car. Fisher tried to make a move for the lead on Harvell following the restart, but once again, the leader began to pull away.

Fisher, Harvell and Gross viciously battled for second and then Lutz finally made the pass for second with nine laps remaining. With Harvell still scored as the leader, Lutz began to close the gap.

Fisher tried to hold on to third and then lost the spot to Gross with six laps remaining. Meanwhile, Lutz climbed to within two car lengths of Harvell, but there wasn’t enough time to battle, as Harvell captured his first career Late Model victory. Lutz settled for second, followed by Gross, who finished a season best in third. Fisher ended up fourth, followed by Cox.

Heat race victories went to Craig Lutz and Travis Fisher.

In only his second Factory Stock start of the season, Paul Morgan, Sr. started from the pole in the 20-lap feature. Jeff Searfoss took the race lead before a lap was completed, but Morgan retook the top spot on the following circuit. Matt Schlenker followed through to take second and with three laps complete, Searfoss ran third, followed by Rich Paciotti and Chris Parry.

Schlenker stayed glued to the back bumper of the leader over the first half of the event before Searfoss gave the outside lane a try. Lap after lap, both he and Schlenker battled for second while Morgan continued with the lead, heading toward his first victory.

Not far behind the top three, Chris Parry, Paciotti and Joey Barbush battled for the fourth position.

Searfoss cleared Schlenker for second with four laps remaining and it appeared that Morgan was on his way to victory lane, but that all went by the wayside on the final lap when Searfoss battled side-by-side with the leader as they entered turn one. Schlenker saw an opening and joined the mix, making it three-wide.

The trio made contact and all three drivers held on to the handle of their cars. Somehow, Schlenker came out with the victory. In a hard-fought battle, Morgan and Searfoss tangled coming to the checkers, with Morgan finishing a career best second. Searfoss ended up third, followed by Paciotti and Parry.

The victory marks the third of the season for Schlenker.

Heat race wins went to Paul Morgan, Sr. and Chris Parry.

Mountain Speedway is just minutes from Hazleton, Pa, located on St. John’s Road, between Routes 93 and 309. Grandstand admission for all regular events is just $10 for ages 11 and older. Children 10 years of age and younger are admitted for free.

Please like Mountain Speedway on Facebook or visit www.mountainspeedway.com  for the entire 2011 schedule, point standings and up to date news and information.

Sport Modified (40-laps) 1. DAVE BRIGATI 2. Chip Wanamaker 3. Nick Pecko 4. Mike Skarbowski 5. Jason Hearne 6. Barry Callavini 7. William Schneider 8. Pat Verwys 9. Joe Wielgosz 10. Kevin Orlando 11. Paul Frantz 12. Jim Bojonny 13. Todd Geist 14. Geary Rinehimer 15. Dean Ficarro

Late Model (50-laps) 1. KYLE HARVELL 2. Craig Lutz 3. Francis Gross III 4. Travis Fisher 5. Adam Cox 6. Rick Smith 7. Paul Monkoski 8. Jerry Tunney

Factory Stock (20-laps) 1. MATT SCHLENKER 2. Paul Morgan Sr 3. Jeff Searfoss 4. Richard Paciotti 5. Chris Parry 6. Joe Barbush 7. Brandon Oltra
 

July 8, 2011

ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS

Accord, NY - Accord Speedway Takes Another Hit From Mother Nature
By: Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media

The Accord Speedway will once again bow to the forces of Mother Nature as tonight's July 8th program has been cancelled for this evening. After coming off a superlative week last Friday with great racing and a bombastic display of illumination from the one and only "Wild Bill", speedway promoters Gary and Donna Palmer had hoped to continue with the great racing action but have reluctantly decided to throw in the sponge and allow for the racers and fans to make alternative plans for this evening. The unpredictable weather pattern in the Northeast has caused three cancellations in the past four weeks at the speedway.

The next racing action at the speedway will take place on July 13th when Midweek Madnesss swings back into action next Wednesday night with a multi-division entertaining show for the smaller divisions of racing. With a revamped format for the Midweek programs, the exciting racing action has produced some great side by side and wall to wall competition headed by the three divisions of Slingshots that are performing at the speedway. The Palmer Family has been in control of the Accord facility since late 2000 and the 2011 racing season marks the eleventh season of successful promotions since they took over the ownership of the speedway.

All feature events for the Modifieds will offer $2,000.00 to the winner. The Friday night racing will culminate with the running of the King of the Catskills weekend set for September 23rd and 24th. The yet to be determined format of the ROC Modified portion of the event will once again see $7,000.00 awaiting the winner of the WLR Construction sponsored feature event in the Lucas Oil Products winners circle. A series of qualifiers are in place in conjunction with other area speedways in an effort to have all of the speedways working together in a cohesive manner. The American Racer East Coast Modified Cup program is in place at Accord and will provide additional opportunities for the drivers and teams in 2011. The Accord Speedway management is very appreciative of all of the assistance they have received from track sponsors Lucas Oil Products, VP Fuels and American Racer, all divisions sponsors Rhinebeck Ford, Camper's Barn, DC Landscaping, Healey Brothers Group, Arkel Motors and Ruge's Part Centers as well as all of the many speedway billboard sponsors and the great fan base for their continuous support of the great racing found at the Accord Speedway.

Midweek Madness will get back on track on July 13th and will run until August 31st the speedway will once again have a diverse group of racing divisions entertaining the fans with the quick-hitting show. Quads, Go-Karts, three divisions of Slingshots, 270 winged Micros, 600 Micros, Legends, Bandoleros, 4-Cylinder Juniors and 4-Cylinder Seniors will all be going to war on the Accord high banks and the addition of all of the exciting new divisions will produce some excellent side by side racing on the ultra-wide channeled speedway. The very affordable admission fee of $5.00 is in place for the Wednesday night shows and the well noted concession stand will be open for food and beverages throughout the racing card.

Friday night racing at Accord runs from April through September with six great divisions going to war on the Accord high banks. Next week Bob Flood and his All Seasons Fuel Company will serve as the headline sponsor for the evening's event and will feature the five regular divisions at the speedway and the return of the 305 Sprint Cars to the Accord high banks. For all special attractrions at the speedway an increase in admission prices will be in effect. Admission for the great racing action remains the same from a season ago as Adults (12+) will be $12.00; Children (11 and under) will be $3.00. The Family Value Pack that was met with much success last season is once again offered and is: 2 Adults, 2 Children, and $20.00 in food vouchers for $40.00, a savings of $10.00 to the consumer. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 4:30 and Spectator Gates open at 5. Hot laps kick off at 6:30 and the racing is slated to start at 7 PM.

Big offerings are in store for the racing fans in the upcoming weeks at the speedway. July 15th will find the RaceSaver 305 CRSA Sprint Cars making a return to the Ulster County high banks. Led by local driving aces, Middletown, New York's Brittany Tresch, the brother-sister act of Billy and Emily Van Inwegen from Port Jervis, New York; Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania hot shoe Tommy Martocci, and Matamoras, Pennsylvania talent John Matrafailo, the series now is headed up by former driver Mike Van Dusen. Chad King is the current leader in points in the series over former Modifed racing talent Jamie Christian. The 2010 Modified Rookie of the Year at the speedway "The Quack Attack" Geoff Quackenbush is reportedly preparing his sprint car for the upcoming show.

For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Accord Speedway, log-on to their well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com  or call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478. For video work or questions regarding the purchase of videos from the exciting on-track action at the Accord Speedway, contact Jason at: http://www.tristatestudios.com  For the purchase of action or victory lane track photos, contact Kevin at: http://kbsracingphotos.com 
At the Accord Speedway.......................................

A Trail Of Dirt Leads Right To Our Door
 

July 8, 2011

Skyline Speedway cancelled Friday, July 8 due to HEAVY rains
Jack Shutts Memorial July 15 $3,000 to win!

STEWART, OHIO - Tonight's racing (July 8), 2011) at Skyline Speedway in Stewart, Ohio has been cancelled because of the Heavy, on-going downpours at the track. Skyline will try again next weekend with the running of the Jack Shutts Memorial Race paying $3,000 to win for Late Models. OVSCA 410 Sprint Cars, AMRA Modifieds, Mike's Auto Body Mini-Wedges, and Modified Lites will join the Late Models on the Race Card. The July 15 event will not have FWD Four Cylinders. Watch for the 4-Cyl to be back July 22.

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