Carl Bowser Headed to Australia

Carl Bowser has been working very hard this off-season preparing histeam's Sprint Cars for the '09 racing season. And now it turns outthat Carl's off-season is going to be much shorter than the past few.

Carl has a great opportunity ahead of him. He will be racing inAustralia for Tasmania's Peter and Tim Austin. Carl's 'Down Under'tour starts January 14th and runs through March 11th and will consistof racing in some of Tasmania's biggest Sprint Car races of the year.

"I'm very excited to get a chance to race for Peter and Tim; I'm alsovery anxious to get down there and climb back into a car," statedBowser.

He will be joined by his father Terry for the last two weeks of thetrip. Terry will see Carl run his final four races of the trip.

The two month trip will be an exciting experience for the young raceras he hopes to turn it into a yearly adventure, and an excellentjumpstart to his 2009 racing season in the States.

Look for updates as well as news and notes from the trip atCarlBowser.com and Lernerville.com

Carl would like to thank his family and all of his sponsors, TerryBowser Excavating, Shellhammer Atwood Nationwide Insurance Agency,Dlubak Fabrication, Ressman Body Shop, and all the product sponsors,Precise Racing Products, Hoosier Tire, HTMA, and Simpson RacingProducts.

“CRASHING THROUGH THE SNOW” NEARLY HERE WITH “JACK FROST 150” ENDURO & “SNOWBALL” DEMO AT MERCER JANUARY 3

“CRASHING THROUGH THE SNOW” NEARLY HERE WITH “JACK FROST 150” ENDURO & “SNOWBALL” DEMO AT MERCER JANUARY 3

By Mike Leone



December 23, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


(Mercer, PA)…“Crashing Through the Snow” at Mercer Raceway Park is almost here! The second annual edition will take place on Saturday, January 3 at 1 p.m. and is being presented by longtime marketing partner Hovis Auto & Truck Supply with his 12 stores throughout western Pennsylvania.



The “Jack Frost 150” Enduro returns with 150 laps of pure excitement around the 3/8-mile track. Last year’s inaugural event was run in all day rain on a frozen track that saw a muddy Leigh Wheeler emerge victorious. Wheeler is set to defend his title along with July 4 “KABOOM 150” winner Tim Gillette. The Enduro will pay the top five finishers with a big $1,000 going to the winner.



Entries are still coming in daily from far and wide and there’s still time to take part in this year’s event as participants will be accepted on the day of the event in a first-come, first-served manner. Last year, over 120 drivers entered out of the maximum 150. For rules and entry form, check out the website at www.mercerracewaypark.com.



Following the Enduro will be a smash ‘em, crash ‘em “Snowball” Demo Derby. While last year’s Derby was restricted to 1980 and newer cars, this year’s rules have reverted back to prior year Demo Derbies. The top three spots will pay with $500 going to the winner and if there are 50 or more cars, positions four through six will pay. There is no entry fee for the Demo Derby, only a $20 pit pass. For rules, check out our website at www.mercerracewaypark.com.



While all the heated VIP Suites sold out immediately, there is a limited amount of reserved viewing spots available around turns one and two; however, these all sold out last year before the day of the event. Send a check or money or for $20 to Mercer Raceway Park at 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143 and we will send you back your parking pass.



Pit gates open at 9 a.m. with grandstands opening at 1 p.m. Adult admission is just $6. Students 6-15 are $3. The Family Pass, which includes mom, dad, and up to four kids 6-15 is $15. Kids five and under are free. The concession stands will be open with hot foods and beverages such hamburgers, hot dogs, meatball sandwiches, soup, elephant ears, hot spiced cider, coffee, hot chocolate and more! Froggy 95 will be doing a live action broadcast. The severe weather make-up date is Saturday, January 10.



Mercer Raceway Park is located just minutes from both Interstates 79 & 80 just off Route 19 at 555 Fairground Road, Mercer, PA. For more information, check out www.mercerracewaypark.com or call the office at 724-964-9300. For information on race day, call the track at 724-662-1310

Zach Gibson Wins 2008 Buckeye Super Sprints Championship

PR Contact: Annamarie Malfitana-Strawhand (980)329-9834

annamarie@driveinwebdesign.com





For Immediate Release:



Zach Gibson Wins 2008 Buckeye Super Sprints Championship



Marysville, OH……...2008 was a year of tragedy and triumph for third generation open wheel racer Zach Gibson. He started out the season in the newly formed Buckeye Super Sprint Series with a car he built himself, and his first year as an owner and driver. The 19 year old Gibson was successful right out of the box with a win at Toledo Speedway on May 16th and another win on May 31st at Sandusky Speedway for the Ohio based pavement series. Zach was on an early points lead, and everything was going great for him.



On July 18th while Zach was racing at Kilkare Speedway, his Uncle Terry Gibson was in a fatal accident while driving a supermodified race car at Toledo Speedway. Zach got the news from his dad Larry, and was asked if he wanted to race or go home. Zach was very close to his Uncle Terry, and the two have raced together for the past three years- he considered Terry his mentor. Zach chose to race that night. He was on a mission to honor his Uncle Terry with a win, and that he did. Holding back his grief- he won at Kilkare that night and was barely able to speak in victory lane as he dedicated the win to his Uncle Terry.



Zach comes from one of the most well known families in open wheel racing, with his grandfather Todd Gibson, a former supermodified racing legend and his dad, Larry is a former ARCA midget champ, along with his uncles, Gene Lee, Terry and Jeff all being successful open wheel racers from the Midwest. The outpouring from the racing community after Terry’s loss to the Gibson family was tremendous; but Zach felt that there was one way he could continue to honor his uncle’s memory in the sport they loved the most -- win the championship and keep winning.



Zach went on to win again at Columbus Motor Speedway on August 2nd, and clinched the Buckeye Super Sprint Series Championship by August 23rd at Sandusky Speedway, in the series inaugural season. Zack earned a total of 5 wins and set two fast times, with a season ending lead of 70 points over 2nd place in the overall standings.



This championship will also mark the 40th anniversary since the last championship his grandfather Todd Gibson won in his famed #00 “Flintstone Flyer”. Zach continued that tradition carrying the same #00 and “Flintstone Flyer III” on his race car.



“This championship is all for my Uncle Terry,” says Zach. “I could go to him for anything.. Terry was with me for my first win ever at Toledo in 2006. He was with me racing almost every Saturday night. He was the best to race with, and the most fun. He was more than my uncle, he was my friend. We finished 1-2 in the WSoA championship two years ago, I won it, but it was so much better being up there with him. It will keep me going if I continue to race in his memory.”



Zach will receive the Buckeye Super Sprint Championship honors at the 2008 Buckeye Super Sprint Series Banquet on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Holiday Inn in Westlake, Ohio.



This marks the 2nd pavement sprint car series championship for Zach Gibson in the last three years. Zach also ran his sprint car this past season at the Oswego (NY) Classic, and also ran some non-wing sprint shows with much success.



Zach would like to thank his sponsors; Walston Motors of Marion, Ohio and WG Lawn Service of Richwood, Ohio.. Special thanks to Larry Gibson, and Dick Meyers; as well as Todd Ridgeway of Ridgeway Photos and Kevin Jaycox of Buckeye Super Sprints.



To learn more about Zach Gibson please visit his website at: www.zachgibsonracing.com

Brian Ellenberger Racing and Ti22 Performance have teamed up to run the full World of Outlaws Tour in 2009

Brian Ellenberger Racing and Ti22 Performance have teamed up to run the full World of Outlaws Tour in 2009. Ti22 Performance is a new company based out of Zelienople, PA, just 30 miles north of Pittsburgh.


The company is a full-service designer and manufacturer of high-quality, lightweight sprint car components. Titanium and aluminum parts will be the core components of the product line.

The Ti22 team has extensive experience, averaging 20+ years in industries such as the aircraft, automotive and industrial sectors, as well as NASCAR. With a team of highly-skilled and experienced machinists, fabricators and engineers, Ti22 is able to provide customized parts to fit unique or specific needs. The company will offer 24/7/365 customer support.

Brian Ellenberger Racing, Ti-22 Performance No. 22, will be using J&J Chassis with Garrett Racing Engines providing the power. The team is also awaiting the arrival of a new custom CarMate trailer and is planning to have everything in place for the start of the 2009 season in Florida.

For more information about Ti22 please contact Steve Doran at 724-453-2307 (direct), 724-816-5368 (mobile) or by email sdoran@ti22performance.com. We look forward to seeing you at the tracks in 2009!

Racing Fans Direct press release --Knoxville Fan Tour 2009‏

THE ONLY FAN TOUR -- to the Knoxville Nationals , Developed for the true fan. This tour contains all that you need for 4 days of racing , tickets, hotel , all transfers from airport & to races nightly , discounted airfare in cooperation with Northwest airlines from anywhere in USA or World , free giveaway prizes , free admission to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame ,& free admission to the Iowa State Fair . If you would like to attend our 2009 tour don’t wait , contact us now to put you on our list to be contacted . We provide it all for a great racing vacation , you just enjoy racing for 4 nights at the Knoxville Raceway , the town , the sights, the food , the midway , & the great fans who come to Knoxville . An all inclusive tour can be arranged

along with other options as now Knoxville has become even better with the addition of a USAC WINGLESS show Aug.9th at Knoxville before the Nationals .

An now the prices are even more affordable Single :$620.00 , Double : $560.00 per person , Triple: $535 per person (4th person Free )

Any person that has been on our tours can’t wait to return for all the personalized service we provide. Many testimonials from fans like you , will tell you that “ RFD did an outstanding job in providing what we needed “ . All we do here at Racing Fans Direct is provide fans with convenience like nowhere else . There is no organization that cares about fans as we do & if you came along you’d see why

WE’ RE MAKING A DIFERENCE FOR FANS “.

Contact us at racingfansdirect@bigplanet.com or call 443-974 – 7027 for more information & we will fulfill your dream of going to Knoxville , Thanks Bob Altman

USAC National Sprint Series coming to Mercer 6/6/09‏

HISTORY TO BE MADE JUNE 6 AS USAC NATIONAL SPRINT CARS SERIES MAKES THEIR INAUGURAL APPEARANCE AT MERCER RACEWAY PARK

By Mike Leone



December 17, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


(Mercer, PA)…Sprint Cars have had a long and rich history at Mercer Raceway Park. The class has evolved from the coupes in the early 1960s, to the super modifieds in the mid 60s, and then into the traditional sprint cars in the ensuing years.



Throughout the speedway’s 58 years, many special Sprint Car events and various sanctions have made their way to Mercer Raceway Park such as the World of Outlaws, All Stars, URC, ESS, etc.; however, one of the most revered and oldest, the United States Auto Club (USAC), never found its way to Mercer. That will change and history will be made on Saturday, June 6 when the USAC National Sprint Car Series will have the grand finale of the Pennsylvania swing with one of the richest and most prestigious events ever contested at Mercer.



Although USAC has only made two appearances over the years in western Pennsylvania, they have never done so on a track smaller than a ½-mile. Mercer’s 3/8-mile bullring will provide an exciting venue for fans to experience traditional, non-winged Sprint Cars as USAC brings their Indiana-brand of wheel-to-wheel racing to The Park.



The event will be known as “The Wheelman” as it will bring back memories of years gone by when these special breed of men began racing these open cockpit, non-winged beasts. Many special activities will take place including a USAC driver autograph session on the frontstretch just before they strap in to do battle in this historic feature event. This will be the first time ever that all fans will have the opportunity to get up close and personal to the drivers and their cars during a major-sanctioned event.



“I think this is a fitting way to mark the anniversary of my 10th year of ownership at Mercer,” stated owner Vicki Emig. “It is a wonderful and memorable way to thank the fans who have supported me throughout my tenure. I believe this event has the potential to be one of the greatest races ever run at Mercer. Just imagine Mercer’s tricky configuration joined with USAC’s reputation for hardcore, on the edge racing and it’s just got to be great!”



Over the past two seasons, nearly 30 of USAC’s best have traveled east to compete in the Pennsylvania swing at Williams Grove, Grandview, Big Diamond, and Hagerstown Speedways. With five events planned in 2009 and more money on the line, a large group of USAC racers will again be expected to travel east. Mercer will be new territory to the vast majority of the USAC racers as they take on the locals that excel in non-winged action.



The USAC Sprint Car Champions list is a who’s who of sprint car racing with some of the best racers that have ever strapped in a race car. Drivers like Tony Stewart, A.J. Foyt, Parnelli Jones, Pancho Carter, Johnny Rutherford, Gary Bettenhausen, Ken Schrader, Sheldon Kinser, Tom Bigelow, J.J. Yeley, Dave Darland, Tony Elliott, Steve Butler, and Rich Vogler are just a sampling of some of the great USAC Sprint Car Champions.



This will be the first opportunity for many area fans to see Tony Stewart and Kasey Kahne’s USAC Sprint Cars in competition. Stewart’s 2008 drivers were Levi Jones (2005 & 2007 champion) and Tracy Hines (2002 champion), who finished second and third in points to Jerry Coons, Jr. Both drivers will be back in 2009 with Stewart. Brad Sweet and Brady Bacon were Kahne’s racers in 2008.



Traditional non-winged Sprint Car racing was the norm at Mercer before wings took over in 1980. Since that time, only 11 non-winged races have been run and none as big as the one that will take place on Saturday, June 6 with a possible rain date of Sunday, June 7.



Advanced tickets are on sale for just $18, which is a $2 savings off the $20 day of event ticket price; however, advanced ticket holders will be permitted into the grandstands at 3:30 p.m. for preferred seating (one hour before general admission tickets go on sale) and will also have pit access free of charge until 5:30 p.m. Advanced tickets will be on sale through May 31 and can be obtained by calling the office at 724-964-9300 or sending a check or money order to Mercer Raceway Park, 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143.



Mercer Raceway Park is a 3/8-mile dirt track located just minutes from both Interstates 79 & 80 just off Route 19 at 555 Fairground Road, Mercer, PA. For more information, check out www.mercerracewaypark.com or call the office at 724-964-9300. For information on race day, call the track at 724-662-1310

Cobra Motorhomes and Trailers to Sponsor the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprint Dash Series: Chuck Hebing Aboard the ESS Series for 2009.

For immediate release;

By Dean Reynolds

Contact: DeanR@empiresupersprints.com

(315) 458-1714



Cobra Motorhomes and Trailers to Sponsor the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprint Dash Series: Chuck Hebing Aboard the ESS Series for 2009.



SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The 2009 racing season starts a new era for the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprints (ESS) and the popular sprint car organization would like to welcome Cobra Motorhomes and Trailers as the title sponsor for the dash series. Successful owner and talented sprint car driver Chuck Hebing not only will be making his first sponsorship endeavor, but also a part of the ESS tour for 2009.



The man known around the sprint car ranks as the “Cobra” will be replacing huge ESS fan Walt Throne and Walt’s Hobby after a 22 year span in sponsoring the cars and stars of ESS. “Walt is like family to us but of course times change. He has handed down the business to his son and is looking to relax in his North Country camp.” said ESS President and good friend Chuck Miller. “We were so honored that Walt and his wife came to the 25th Anniversary Banquet. We will miss him, his rides in the van, his pep talks and all his jokes. We looked forward to seeing him at the races.”



While ESS is saying good bye to a good friend, Hebing is coming aboard as a big supporter for the upcoming season and hopefully beyond. “Chuck is so exciting on the race track and just loves sprint cars. We are glad to have him take over the dash series point fund sponsorship as well as having him on the tour for ‘09” said Miller.



Even though the Ontario, NY driver has six career ESS victories, this will mark the first time he will look a possible championship. “I started running mostly ESS at the end of 2008 and had a ball with them. They are one tough bunch of race teams but we are looking for the challenge.” noted Hebing. “It’s a long season and you need some luck but we will give it a shot. Sponsoring the dash series is just a small way to give back to the racers and I’m glad to be a part of ESS.”



Cobra Motorhomes and Trailers are located in Ontario and are committed in custom building of all motorhomes and trailers. There are no two Cobra projects that are alike. Top race teams such as Sweeteners Plus, H&H Racing, Jay James and many more went to Cobra for their work. It’s not just race haulers though; Hebing will build anything to your needs. For all the information that is at your finger tips, please log on to www.cobramotorhomesandtrailers.com



The top five drivers in the dash series points will share in the largest point fund ever. This signing is just a start of what will be a long line of major sponsorship announcements to come after the first of the year. Race teams will be vying for the largest payoffs in what is now the 26th year of the successful 360 sprint car organization.



For the latest up to date information, please log on to www.empiresupersprints.com where it will be a new era of excitement guaranteed. Also, everyone from the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprint family we wish you a very safe and healthy holiday season.

NACE AND NOUSE JOIN FORCES FOR 2009‏

NACE AND NOUSE JOIN FORCES FOR 2009



Nace Motorsports is proud to announce the hiring of Kevin Nouse as their driver for the 2009 racing season.



For Nouse, it will mark a return to the 410 ranks following a successful 2007 season in the BG Motorsports #12, which produced 2 feature wins at Williams Grove Speedway and 3 more at Port Royal Speedway. “I’m very excited about the opportunity that Jim and his team are giving me”, commented Nouse. “It’s an awesome feeling when you answer the phone and a guy with that much knowledge and experience is asking you to drive his car. I have always had a lot of respect for Jim, and it will be a privilege to drive for him.”



The familiar Nace # 6 will be sponsored by Fast Tees, R.E. Davidson & Son Polaris, Faster Tees, Jakes Carts, Garrett Racing Engines, Penske Racing Shocks, DMI Components, Ultrashield Race Products, Bell Racing & WRT Web Designs.



The 2009 plans have not yet been confirmed but will be similar to last season’s schedule, containing approximately 25 events. The finalized schedule along with team updates will be posted on www.kevinnouse.com as they become available.

An Interview with Civil War Sprint Car Series Champion, Sean Becker

By Gary Costa





Costa: Congratulations on your 2008 Civil War Series championship! However, it wasn’t a “gimme” by any means was it?
Becker: Thanks Gary and it absolutely was not. California has some of the toughest competition in the country no matter what track or series you race with, and they seem to be getting younger and faster every year. But this championship was won by this great team that gave me a car to win with every time we unloaded. I could not have done this without them.

Costa: This also makes you the first driver to win the Civil War championship (2008), the Golden State Challenge Series championship (2005), and the Chico track championship (2005). What do those accomplishments mean to you?
Becker: It truly means the world to me. I can’t fully explain how honored I am to be listed with names like Tim Green, Shane Scott, Glenn Boune, Andy Forsberg, Tim and Brent Kaeding. These are a few of the many racers I either watched and/or raced against, that I really respected on or off of the track. I hope that they would accept me into the club.

Costa: On your Civil War championship quest, you picked up 4 Civil War features (2 at Petaluma and 2 at Placerville). Why were you so successful at those 2 tracks?
Becker: Petaluma is a very fast, hooked up, rough, elbows up type track and I love that. I’m sure the people that watch me race wouldn’t assume that’s the type of track that I like, but any time you have to search around the track to find the smoothest, quickest line, it always makes for an exciting race. Placerville is a lot like the Outlaw Kart races in Red Bluff. Quick, tight, narrow and action packed. The third time I was ever in a sprint car, it was my first time at Placerville and I set second quick time at a Civil War race. It just felt like I had been racing there for years thanks to the Outlaw Karts. On a combined note, both tracks tend to get into lapped traffic rather quickly and I think lapped traffic separates the good drivers from the great drivers. I always look forward to the challenge of dealing with lapped traffic and even though I have lost many races because of lapped cars, I know that it is only making me a better driver.

Costa: It really was an exciting championship to follow. There was no holding back. You had to bring your “A Game” every night and “get after it!”
Becker: No doubt. We started the season 12th in points after the first race, battled up to a good size lead only to have it get chopped back into single digits toward the third quarter of the year. That’s the great thing about point championships; they’re typically a roller coaster ride and hardly ever a cake walk. You definitely count your blessings if you can pull a championship out.

Costa: I witnessed “the Shark” in action on a hot Placerville night. During the main event, you actually fell back a bit, but you found something on the race track and you gave a rim riding display I won’t soon forget. By the way, you won that race…
Becker: And I think we won that one with your boss’s motor under the hood too. We blew up two motors a couple of weeks earlier and Mike Sala stepped up huge for our team and lent us his motor and that baby purred like a kitten. He was one of the main reasons we accomplished what we did. We can’t thank him enough.

Costa: In addition to a great 360 campaign, you finished 2nd in Chico’s Friday night 410 championship, 23 points behind champion, Andy Forsberg. Do you feel that there was something that you could have done different to beat Andy?
Becker: I feel like if you had to describe me as a driver, consistency would be a part of the description, and unfortunately we were not that this year. I started the year very slow trying to figure out a new car and when we finally started to put in some good runs, it was just too little too late. Hopefully next year I can have another shot at him.

Costa: What race did you win on sheer determination this year?
Becker: Definitely the Silver Cup. We had to pass Randy Hannigan, Brad Sweet, Kyle Hirst and a personal friend and hero, Paul McMahan for the lead. We had a great battle with Sweet at the end with lapped traffic playing a key role and we held on for the win. That was a very fun race and a great way to start the 360 season.

Costa: I’ve noticed that you keep to yourself and are very reserved at the race track. But once that helmet is on – watch out!
Becker: I am a very quiet guy, maybe a little shy as well, but I’m mostly just a thinker. My mind is always wandering from how I can be better on the track, to music, to sports, etc. I do love chit chatting and welcome any conversations, but you’re right, I’m not usually the one to instigate them.

Costa: You’re such a calculated and talented Sprint Car driver, watching you wheel one of these beasts is very impressive…
Becker: Thanks Gary. That means a lot coming from a fan like you who has an enormous pallet for all things racing. I know I’m not the flashiest, most exciting or even the fastest driver out there, but I will give you my all and will forever strive to be better.

Costa: What are your plans for next year?
Becker: Currently we are planning to defend our Civil War title with the 2sb car and run as many 360 events as we can. We are still trying to work something out so I can run for the Silver Dollar track title again. I really miss running the Golden State Series, but it would be an empty feeling if I wasn’t competing for the Silver Dollar title.

Crashing Through the Snow Jan 3 at Mercer; Banquet Jan 17‏

“CRASHING THROUGH THE SNOW” DRAWING NEAR WITH “JACK FROST 150” ENDURO & “SNOWBALL” DEMO JANUARY 3 AT MERCER; BANQUET TO BE HELD JANUARY 17

By Mike Leone



December 6, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


(Mercer, PA)…“Crashing Through the Snow” at Mercer Raceway Park is drawing near! The second annual edition will take place on Saturday, January 3 at 1 p.m. and is being presented by longtime marketing partner Hovis Auto & Truck Supply with his 12 stores throughout western Pennsylvania.



“The Jack Frost 150” Enduro returns with 150 laps of pure excitement around the 3/8-mile track. Last year’s inaugural event was run in all day rain on a frozen track that saw a muddy Leigh Wheeler emerge victorious with over 120 cars entered. The Enduro will pay the top five finishers with a big $1,000 going to the winner.



There is still plenty of time to enter and take advantage of the $50 early registration fee, which includes driver’s pit pass and scorer’s admission into the grandstand. From December 23 on, the entry increases to $100. The Enduro will be cut off at 150 entries. Those that have entered will be receiving their car number and grandstand token in the coming weeks. For rules and entry form, check out the website at www.mercerracewaypark.com.



Following the Enduro will be a smash ‘em, crash ‘em “Snowball” Demo Derby. While last year’s Derby was restricted to 1980 and newer cars, this year’s rules have reverted back to prior year Demo Derbies. The top three spots will pay with $500 going to the winner and if there are 50 or more cars, positions four through six will pay. There is no entry fee for the Demo Derby, only a $20 pit pass. For rules, check out our website at www.mercerracewaypark.com.



While all the heated VIP Suites sold out immediately, there are still many reserved viewing spots available around turns one and two; however, these all sold out last year before the day of the event. Send a check or money or for $20 to Mercer Raceway Park at 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143 and we will send you back your parking pass.



“We’re looking forward to this year’s event,” expressed 10th year owner Vicki Emig. “We would have never imagined the success of last year’s show especially with the rain and temps in the mid 30s. It was so much fun for both the competitors and the fans! Where can you take your entire family for just $15 for a day of fun outdoors in the middle of the winter? Adults are just $6 and the concession stand will be open as well. I have to thank Hovis Auto & Truck Supply for coming on board and presenting this year’s event.”



Two weeks later, the Normandy Banquet Center will be the site of Mercer Raceway Park's annual awards banquet and dinner for the sixth straight year. The facility will host the affair on Saturday, January 17. The Normandy Banquet Center, which is also the Hickory VFW Post 6166, is located on Route 62 just two miles east of Route 18 in Hermitage, Pa.

"We're thrilled to be going back to the Normandy Banquet Center for our banquet again," stated Emig. "They've done a great job hosting the affair the last five years and have we've heard nothing but praise. The facility is top notch and the food is excellent. The location is perfect and it's a short drive for the majority of our attendees."

Rod George (Kittanning, PA) will celebrate his second straight and third Luxaire Heating & Cooling Sprint Car Championship in the past four seasons. Frank Guidace (Mercer, PA) won his second Tire Express Modified Championship in the past three seasons and also became the inaugural McElwain Motors FASTRAK Late Model Champion in his first year in a Late Model. Fifteen-year-old Bud Watson (Conneaut, OH) won his first championship of any kind as well as first career win in 2008 in the Big Daddy’s Speed Center Mod Lites. Dillon Kineston (New Castle, PA) became the youngest champion in the 57-year of Mercer collecting the M&D Paving Mini Stock Championship.



The top 10 in points of each division will receive their point fund monies and hardware. Numerous special awards will also be given out. Doors open at 5:30 with dinner at 6:30 p.m. The awards ceremony will follow dinner. The event is open to the public. Ticket information has been mailed out to the drivers. Tickets are $33.50 per person. If you would like to attend and did not receive the information, please contact our office at 724-964-9300 or e-mail us at webmaster@mercerracewaypark.com.





Final 2008 Points:



Luxaire Heating & Cooling Sprint Cars: 1. ROD GEORGE (4) 438 2. Arnie Kent (18) 411 3. Gale Ruth, Jr. (5x) 346 4. Chris Shuttleworth (11) 316 5. Brent Matus (33) 313 6. Joe Butera (Matus 3J) 282 7. Jeremy Cook (5) 266 8. Mike Lutz (Chappel 8 & Preston 1P) 256 9. Scott Bonnell (3B) 243 10. Paul Kapuchuck (10) 222.



Tire Express (358) Modifieds: 1. FRANK GUIDACE (1G) 399 2. Gary Smoker (516) 392 3. Garrett Krummert (29) 388 4. Lonny Riggs (Black 58) 364 5. Eric Gabany (3E) 331 6. Rick Hall (B2) 320 7. Jimmy Holden (28H) 292 8. Kevin Green (74) 278 9. Matt Reeher (711) 274 10. Dillon McElrath (7) 266.



McElwain Motors FASTRAK Late Models: 1. FRANK GUIDACE (1G) 456 2. Rusty Moore (17M) 433 3. Brian Booher (00H) 427 4. Steve Hollabaugh (3H) 414 5. Bobby Powel (Bidwell B1D) 369 6. Mike Anderson, Jr. (72) 299 7. Max Blair (111) 201 8. Steve D’Apolito (84) 190 9. Gary Miller, Jr. (1M) 189 10. Dave Airgood, Jr. (42JR) 168.



Big Daddy’s Speed Center Mod Lites: 1. BUD WATSON (15) 491 2. Rod Jones (820) 3. Kenny Meadows (Teague 10T) 444 4. Alan Knepper (1) 433 5. Todd Canter (Teague 9T) 414 6. Terry Young (98) 389 7. Kotie Kirkbride (97N) 381 8. George Englert (11x) 369 9. Mark Marcucci (8M) 359 10. Bill Stivason (116) 356.



M&D Paving Mini Stocks: 1. DILLON KINESTON (19) 479 2. Dan McEwen (44) 477 3. Wally Stearns, Jr. (33) 399 4. Bill Fuchs (10) 388 5. Tyler Powell (36) 383 6. Pete Blazczak (77) 375 7. Ed Haylett (8-ball) 374 8. Scott Gilliland (27) 354 9. Steve Laslo (55) 346 10. John Shannon (14) 320.





Mercer Raceway Park is located just minutes from both Interstates 79 & 80 just off Route 19 at 555 Fairground Road, Mercer, PA. For more information, check out www.mercerracewaypark.com or call the office at 724-964-9300. For information on race day, call the track at 724-662-1310

Banquet Plans Announced

CARMAGO, IL (Dec. 5, 2008)  Dale Blaneys highly successful campaign
along the rugged O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Car
trail will culminate Saturday, January 24, 2009 in the Eldora
Ballroom as the All Stars will join Eldora Speedway and the Sunoco
American Late Model Series (ALMS) in a busy night of awards.

All Star president Guy Webb will reward Blaney and car owner George
Fisher with a hefty $50,000 payday, as the Fowler, OH veteran upends
the two-year streak of Greg Wilson atop the year-end points race.
Blaney came on strong late in the season to overturn Lance DeWeases
early season stronghold on the top position. DeWease finished in the
runner-up slot, followed by Randy Hannigan, Wilson and Brian
Ellenberger. Those five will be joined by Brandon Martin, Ryan Myers,
lee Stark, Brock Mayes and Tim Shaffer as the top ten in the
cumulative points will be rewarded.

Joining the point honorees will be Ryan Myers as Rookie of the Year
and Jack Hewitt as the Mechanic of the Year.

Tickets for the massive event are priced at $23.00 per person and
may be purchased by contacting Eldora Speedway at (937) 338-3815
during normal business hours.

Doors to the banquet will open at 5:00 on January 24, with the
bountiful meal served at 6:15, followed by the awards and a DJ to
close out the festive night. Further details may be found by
reviewing http://www.allstarsprint.com
or http://www.eldoraspeedway.com
.

Chiappelli Motorsports announce New driver for 2009

Chiappelli Motorsports—Tom & Fran Chiappelli are proud to announce the signing of Niki Young as the new driver of their #98 410 Sprinter. Niki, from East Berlin, PA, has been a Central PA regular for the past 10 years. He drove his family owned #17N before piloting the Denny Neiderer owned #10N for the past six years. Niki, a consistent competitor, also turns out to be a skilled negotiator as he convinced Tom & Fran to campaign their #98 regularly at Williams Grove and Lincoln Speedways in 2009.
“I am very excited about the opportunity to drive for Tom & Fran,” said Niki. “The crew and I are eager to get to work preparing the cars. The sponsors are enthused and have come on board quickly to move this deal forward.”
Sponsorship will continue to come from Golden Flavor Sesame Sticks, as well as, Wing’s Unlimited; Kline’s Services; Klunk’s Storage & Rental; Ironstone Lawn & Garden; Zar 1 Yard Service; M&M Farms; Windy Acre Farms; and Carma Industrial Coatings.

Product sponsors will include Precise Racing Products; Hoosier Tire and Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic; Hank’s Performance; Pro Shocks; Hampshire Racing Engines; and Frankland Rears.

“After meeting with Niki, I knew he was the perfect fit for our team”, said Fran. “We look forward to returning to Central PA competition.”
The Chiappelli team won the Sharon Speedway Points Championship in 2008 and the Clinton County Speedway Championship in 2003.

The OReilly All Star Circuit of Champions, Inc. is proud to announce Chris Nunn as the new Voice of the OReilly All Star Circuit of Champions

The OReilly All Star Circuit of Champions, Inc. is proud to announce Chris Nunn as the new Voice of the OReilly All Star Circuit of Champions.

Chris brings a unique style and a team attitude that will continue the professional tradition of our previous announcers. Look for the 2009 announcing staff to spend more time entertaining the fans as well as and providing a professional voice that will enhance our series.

Chriss broadcasting career began in 2001 at the Paragon Speedway in Paragon, IN, then moved to Brownstown Speedway in 2002, and worked there until 2008. Chris has also worked at the famed Terre Haute Action Track in Terre Haute Indiana. Additionally, Chris has graduated to working with the Indy Racing League specifically the 2008 event at the Chicagoland Speedway.

Additional information about the OReilly All Star Circuit of Champions, Inc. can be found at http://www.allstarsprint.com

Racer and Team Sponsorship ContestRacers Can Improve Their Odds For Securing Sponsorships

Racers Can Improve Their Odds For Securing Sponsorships

Boston, Massachusetts, November 17, 2008 — Yabutz.com, a search
engine for the motorsports racing industry, officially launched its
Sweet Mother! Sponsorship contest for drivers or teams regardless of
series or vehicle raced. Three winners will receive either a Dale
Carnegie Speakers course, consulting from a top International
motorsports marketing firm or a high-profile website design,
including a highly stylized logo and web hosting for a year.

"Yabutz was built for racers and teams, we wanted to provide
something they would directly benefit from now and in the future,"
stated Andrew Kaplan, Yabutz' outside marketing. "What better then
awards that can improve a racer or teams odds for securing
sponsorship. Here's an opportunity for a racer to enhance their
entire sponsor package or media communication skills - all in one
mother of a contest."

The contest is open to all professional and amateur racers and teams
regardless of the series or vehicle raced – two wheels or four. To
enter the Sweet Mother! contest visit http://yabutz.com/happeningz
. Winners will be selected February 15, 2009 following the 51st
running of the Daytona 500 at the Daytona International Speedway.

About Yabutz

Yabutz provides professional and amateur motorsports drivers, teams
and parts-procurement staff within the racing industry a search
engine for racing parts, equipment, tools and education. Yabutz is
dedicated exclusively to worldwide motorsports racing, its
competitors and suppliers regardless of the series or vehicle raced
— two wheels or four.

Reed, Brubaker, Deisenroth, Ward crowned Attica champs

ATTICA — Attica Raceway Park rewarded the top 10 drivers in each of the four racing divisions for their efforts during the 2008 season at an awards banquet Saturday, Nov. 8.
Crowned the 410 sprint champion for the fourth straight year was Monclova’s Byron Reed. Reed has won five of the last six championships at “Ohio’s Finest Racing” speedplant.
Reed was the only 410 sprint driver to compete in all 13 A-mains in 2008. He notched 10 top 10 finishes and six top five runs. He scored a win on July 4, the 22nd of his career at Attica, to move into second on the all-time win list for 410 sprints. Reed also recorded three runner-up finishes and a third. His average A-main finishing position was 6th.
The 305 sprint champion was Start Brubaker of Helena, Ohio. The 2008 Fremont Speedway champion competed in all 12 A-mains in 2008 and finished in the top 10 in all but one, an 11th place run early in the season. Brubaker recorded nine top five finishes. He scored four wins - June 20 and three in a row, July 25, Aug. 1 and Aug. 16. His average A-main finishing position was an incredible fourth.
Curtis Deisenroth, Oak Harbor, Ohio, was crowned the champion of the Service Drive Solutions UMP Attica Late Models. Deisenroth competed in 14 of the 15 A-mains, missing only the last feature of the season. He recorded 11 top 10 runs, including eight top five runs. He scored his first career win on July 18 and added a pair of second place runs and a third. Deisenroth’s average A-main finishing position was 6th.
The 2008 dirt truck Attica champion was Cory Ward, Sandusky, Ohio. Ward, who finished second in the 2007 points standings, had a dominating season. While competing in 12 of the 13 A-mains - missing only the season finale - his worse finish was a sixth. Even more remarkable - he won half of the features he competed in. His six victories came on April 18, May 23, June 6, June 20, July 25, and Aug. 23. He also recorded a pair of runner-up finishes and a third. Ward’s average A-main finishing position was an incredible second.
The rest of the top 10 in points for the 410 sprints:
2nd - Mike Linder, Fremont, Ohio. The 1996, 1997, 1998 Attica 305 sprint champion competed in 11 of the 13 A-mains in 2008, missing only the World of Outlaws feature and the April 25 feature when his motor went south after winning his heat. Linder recorded eight top 10 finishes and scored wins on April 18 and on season championship night, Aug. 23. His average A-main finishing position was 9th.
3rd - Chris Andrews, Sandusky, Ohio. The 2007 national rookie of the year and 2006 Attica 305 sprint co-champion competed in 12 of the 13 A-mains in 2008, missing only the opening night All Star race. Andrews recorded seven top 10 runs with a season best fifth place finish. His average A-main finishing position was 10th.
4th - David Harrison, Burgoon, Ohio. Harrison competed in 11 of the 13 A-mains, missing only the opening night All Star feature and May 16 feature. He recorded eight top 10 runs and five top five finishes. He recorded back-to-back wins on July 25 and Aug. 1. Harrison’s average A-main finishing position was 8th.
5th - Mike Dussel, Burgoon, Ohio. The 2008 410 Rookie of the Year at Attica competed in 10 of the 13 A-mains in 2008. He recorded six top 10 runs and scored a season-best third place finish. Dussel’s average feature finishing position was 9th.
6th - Mark Keegan, Fremont, Ohio. The 12-time Attica track champion competed in nine of the 13 A-mains in 2008. He recorded two top 10 finishes with a season best fourth. His average A-main finishing position was 13th.
7th - Mike Hogan, Cardington, Ohio. Hogan competed in eight of the 13 A-mains in 2008. He recorded six top 10 finishes with a season best 7th. His average A-main finishing position was 10th.
8th - Bruce Robenalt, Tiffin, Ohio. Robenalt competed in nine of the 13 A-mains in 2008. His average A-main finishing position was 17th.
9th - Phil Gressman, Helena, Ohio. Gressman - the 1994 and 1995 305 track champion - competed in eight of the 13 A-mains in 2008. He scored 3 top 10 runs with a season best pair of fourth place finishes. His average A-main finishing position was 11th.
10th - Caleb Griffith, Castalia, Ohio. Griffith - the 2003 Attica 305 sprint champion - competed in 7 of the 13 A-mains in 2008. He recorded three top 10 runs with a season best fourth place finish. His average A-main finishing position was 12th.
The rest of the top 10 in points for the 305 sprints:
2nd - Bobby Clark, Fremont, Ohio. Clark competed in all 12 A-mains in 2008, recording nine top 10 finishes. He had four feature wins, including a string of three in a row - April 25, May 23, and June 6 - and on July 4. Throw out an 18th and a 20th place finish and he finished no worse than 7th in the other nine races. His average A-main finishing position was eighth.
3rd - Coty Runion, Tiffin, Ohio. Runion, the 2006 305 sprint rookie of the year, competed in 11 of the 12 A-mains in 2008, missing only the Aug. 16 feature. He scored 10 top 10 finishes...in fact the only time he finished out of the top 10 was a 12th place finish in the middle of the season. Runion’s best finish was a third on route to an average A-main finishing position of 7th.
4th - Dustin Keegan, Fremont, Ohio. Keegan competed in all 12 A-mains in 2008, recording 7 top 10 finishes. He recorded a season-best fifth place finish in the last race of the year on route to an average A-main finishing position of 10th.
5th - Duane Zablocki, Tiffin, Ohio. Zablocki competed in nine of the 12 A-mains in 2008, with seven of those ending in top 10 runs. He recorded a pair of season-best second place finishes. His average A-main finishing position was 8th.
6th - Dustin Dinan, Fremont, Ohio. Dinan competed in 11 of the 12 A-mains in 2008, missing only the July 18 feature. He recorded five top five finishes including season-best pair of third place runs. His average A-main finishing position was 11th.
7th - D.J. Foos, Fremont, Ohio. The 2008 Attica 305 sprint rookie of the year competed in nine of the 12 A-mains. He caught fire at the end of the year, finishing no worse than fourth the last five feature events. He recorded six top 10 finishes including his first career feature wins on July 18 and Aug. 23. His average A-main finishing position was 8th.
8th - Nate Dussel, Bradner, Ohio. Dussel competed in nine of the 12 A-mains. He recorded five top 10 runs including a season best runner-up finish on Aug. 16. His average A-main finishing position was 9th.
9th - Todd Heuerman, Leipsic, Ohio. Heuerman competed in 10 of the 12 A-mains, missing only the June 20 and the July 11 features. He recorded seven top five runs including a season-best pair of runner-up finishes. His average A-main finishing position was 7th.
10th - Brad Keckler, Fremont, Ohio. Keckler competed in 8 of the 12 A-mains in 2008. He recorded a season best 9th place finish on route to an average feature finishing position of 13th.
The rest of the top 10 in points for the Service Drive Solutions UMP Attica Late Models:
2nd - Ryan Missler, Bellevue, Ohio. The 2005 Attica rookie of the year made it a very close championship race, falling just 12 points shy. However, he improved a position on his third place point finishes in 2006 and 2007. Missler competed in 14 of the 15 A-mains, missing only the American Late Model Series feature. He recorded nine top 10 runs including eight top five finishes. He led the division with three victories in 2008 - April 5, June 6 and Aug. 30. He also recorded a second and a pair of third place finishes. His average A-main finishing position was 6th.
3rd - Ken Hahn, Gibsonburg, Ohio. The 2007 Attica champion competed in 13 of the 15 A-mains, missing only the American Late Model Series feature and the final race of the season. Hahn recorded an amazing 12 top 10 finishes including four top five runs. His season-best was three runner-up finishes. Hahn’s average A-main finishing position was 6th.
4th - Steve Sabo, Fremont, Ohio. Sabo competed in 12 of the 15 A-mains, finishing in the top 10 in all but one. In the last six features of the season he finished no worse than eighth. His best finish of the year was second on the last night of the season. Sabo’s average A-main finishing position was 7th.
5th - Ernie Haynes, Risingsun, Ohio. Haynes competed in 14 of the 15 A-mains, missing only the Aug. 16 race. He recorded seven top 10 runs including four top fives. He opened the year hot with a pair of third place finishes and his first career win on April 25. His average A-main finishing position was 10th.
6th - Michael Stiltner, Green Springs, Ohio. Stiltner competed in all 15 A-mains in 2008. He recorded seven top 10 runs including a season-best third place run. His average A-main finishing position was 12th.
7th - Noah Wagner, Fremont, Ohio. The 2008 Attica late model rookie of the year competed in 11 of the 15 A-mains in 2008. He recorded four top 10 runs including a season-best pair of eighth place finishes. His average A-main finishing position was 12th.
8th - Chuck Roelle, Fostoria, Ohio. Roelle competed in 12 of the 15 A-mains in 2008. He recorded two top 10 runs including a season-best 9th. His average A-main finishing position was 14th.
9th - Mike Marteney, Bellevue, Ohio. The 2001 Attica champion competed in 12 of the 15 A-mains in 2008. He recorded four top 10 runs including a season best runner-up finish. His average A-main finishing position was 11th.
10th - Craig Corfman, Bucyrus, Ohio. The 2006 Attica late model rookie of the year competed in 9 of the 15 A-mains in 2008. He recorded a pair of season-best 10th place finishes on route to an average feature finishing position of 14th.
The rest of the top 10 in points for the dirt trucks were:
2nd - Brian Arnold, Tiffin, Ohio. Arnold competed in all 13 A-mains in 2008 and finished no worse than fifth with the exception of one 11th place finish. Arnold recorded three wins in 2008 - July 4, Aug. 16 and Aug. 30. He also scored three runner-up finishes and a pair of thirds. His average A-main finishing position was a remarkable third.
3rd - Art Ball, Tiffin, Ohio. The 1996 and 1997 Attica street stock champion and 2006 and 2007 dirt truck champion competed in all 13 A-mains in 2008. Of those 13 feature events, he recorded an amazing 10 top five finishes. Ball scored his eighth career dirt truck victory on July 18. He also recorded three runner-up finishes on route to an average A-main finishing position of fifth.
4th - Steve Endicott, Risingsun, Ohio. Endicott competed in 12 of the 13 A-mains in 2008, missing only the season finale. Throw out a 16th place finish due to a crash, and he never finished lower than 9th. He recorded eight top five runs including a win on April 25, two second place runs and four third place finishes. Endicott’s average A-main finishing position was 5th.
5th - Bob Dible, Fostoria, Ohio. Dible competed in all 13 A-mains in 2008, recording 10 top ten finishes. He scored six top five runs including a season-best four third place finishes. Dible’s average A-main finishing position was 7th.
6th - Alex Wiechman, Oak Harbor, Ohio. Wiechman competed in 11 of the 13 A-mains, missing only the July 4 and season ending races. He scored eight top 10 runs including a pair of wins on July 11 and Aug. 1. His average A-main finishing position was 8th.
7th - Dave Gibbs, Republic, Ohio. Gibbs competed in 12 of the 13 A-mains, missing on the season finale. He scored eight top 10 finishes including a season best fifth. His average A-main finishing position was 10th.
8th - Dave Severs, Fremont, Ohio. Severs competed in 12 of the 13 A-mains, missing only the July 4 feature. He recorded a season-best 10th place finish on route to an average A-main finishing position of 12th.
9th - Dan Hennig, Castalia, Ohio. The 2008 Attica rookie of the year competed in 11 of the 13 A-mains, missing only the two season opening races. Hennig recorded nine top 10 finishes including six top five runs. He recorded a season best second along with a third place finish. His average A-main finishing position was 6th.
10th - Paul Brown Jr., Clyde, Ohio. Brown competed in 11 of the 13 A-mains, missing only the two season opening races. He recorded five top 10 runs including a season-best fourth in the season finale. Brown’s average A-main finishing position was 11th.

Speedway Motors 2008 Racing Gift Catalog

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As an added holiday bonus, Speedway Motors is offering free shipping on all orders of $399.95 or more placed by January 11, 2009. That makes this the perfect time to stock up on the parts you need to get your race car ready for next season.

The 2008 Speedway Motors Race Holiday Gift Catalog begins arriving in mailboxes November 10. Order your free copy today by calling 1.800.979.0122 or visiting www.speedwaymotors.com. Speedway Motors is America’s Oldest Speed Shop® and has made racing safe, fun and affordable since 1952.

O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions Videos

Recapture all the thrills and spills of the 2008 O’Reilly All Star Circuit of
Champions season with High Vista Video. Official videographer of the O’Reilly All
Star Circuit of Champions, Jeff Converse, has available many DVD’s to choose, from
the North Florida Speedway in February to the Hoosier Fall Classic and the crowning
of Dale Blaney’s 3rd Championship, he got it all.

Each DVD includes audio commentary from the live broadcasts and are professionally
recorded and produced. Many guest appearances were made throughout the season
captured forever on DVD for your viewing pleasure. Special appearances in 2008
included Tyler Walker, Sammy Swindell, and NASCAR Star Kasey Kahne.

The collection includes all of the special events in 2008 for the O’Reilly All Star
Circuit of Champions. The Thunder Through the Plains, Ohio Speedweek, All Stars vs.
PA Posse, the Attica Ambush and the Hoosier Fall Classic. Visit
www.highvistavideo.com for ordering information as well as free downloadable clips
from some of your favorite events.

**F.A.S.T. Fest This Saturday**

On Saturday November 15th we will kick off the first ever F.A.S.T.
Fest charity event at the Fremont Eagles located at 2750 W. State
Street in Fremont, Ohio. Three bands will be playing throughout the
evening (Mourning Wood, Mr. Bone, and AC/DC tribute band Down Under
Thunder). The doors open at 7 pm with the first band taking the stage
at 8 pm. Bring a canned good or unopened toy for $2 off the $10
admission. If you don't bring a food or toy donation, we will take $2
of your $10 admission and give it to Racers Racing For a Cure to help
in the fight against cancer. All food and toy items will be donated
to the Checkered Flag Christmas charity which will benefit some
families in the area going through hard times around the holidays.
Remaining funds (minus expenses) will be deposited into the F.A.S.T.
point fund for 2009.

Local TV weatherman Norm Van Ness will be the master of ceremonies
for the evening. Norm was instrumental in helping pull this event
together and the F.A.S.T. crew would like to applaud his efforts. The
event will benefit three good causes and we hope to see everyone
there.

**Sponsor Hunt Continues**

With the recent downturn in our economy, many companies are
tightening their budgets going into 2009. However, we are still
actively pursuing several sponsors and hope to be able to announce
our projected point fund early in 2009. If you know of any companies
interested in advertising exposure through F.A.S.T., please point
them in our direction. We'll do the rest. Our goal for 2009 is to
establish this as a legitimate point series and build on that as we
head toward 2010. We have a point fund goal in mind, but we
understand the economy has affected many small businesses over the
past few months. I am still confident that we will put together a
total that will be close to that goal. We have just recently filed
for Incorporation with the State of Ohio and when that process is
complete we will begin collecting payments for the 2009 season.

**2009 F.A.S.T. Points Race Schedule**

We are waiting for Attica Raceway Park and Fremont Speedway to
solidify their 2009 racing schedules so that we can meet with them to
determine when the F.A.S.T. points events will take place. Preliminary
discussions have approximately 10 weekends where there will be back to
back F.A.S.T. points races at the two tracks. The idea is to try to
put together a weekend package for the racers traveling from out of
town. Running Friday and Saturday night with the short drive between
the two tracks will benefit those wishing to tow in and spend the
night. We are also working on a discount package at an area
hotel/restaurant for those out-of-towners. Attracting quality drivers
from points just outside of the Northern Ohio region will hinge on
making it financially feasible for these teams to travel to this
area.

** F.A.S.T. on the Buckeye Speed Zone**

On Monday November 3rd, Bryan "Swamp" Autullo was a guest on the
Buckeye Speed Zone radio show with hosts DC Bash and Brian Liskai to
talk about the point series and about the upcoming benefit concert.
You can listen to the interview by logging onto www.fastondirt.com
and clicking the player in the upper left corner of the web site. You
can also find a flier for the concert there along with other
information and updates.

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We would like to thank our sponsors who have already committed to
supporting F.A.S.T. for 2009.

- KS Sales & Service and Cub Cadet

- www.myherocards.com

- Racing Fans Direct

- Black Swamp Media Group

- www.hoseheads.com

There are many more coming soon when Fast On Dirt, Inc. has been
established with the State of Ohio.

EARLY ENTRIES COMING IN FOR GAMBLER'S CLASS IN ATLANTIC CITY

ATLANTIC, CITY, NJ November 6, 2008… Mike Tidaback has submitted his entry
to defend his Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto Race title at Atlantic City’s
Boardwalk Hall.
The seventh annual event is scheduled to take place on January 16-17, 2009,
on the concrete floor, which was held in front of a near sold- out crowd last
January.
Tidaback of Little Falls, N.J., left Atlantic City last year with more than
$6,000 in his pocket after leading the final half of the 40- lap main event.
“This is a big race for us, because you run against the best in the
Northeast,” Tidaback said. “It’s like our Super Bowl.”
Tidaback, who defeated two-time winner Joey Payne of Fairlawn, N.J., became
the first American Three Quarter Midget Racing Association (ATQMRA) Series
regular to win the prestigious race.
Entry forms were sent to all race teams that entered the 2008 event. Entries
are limited to the first 100 TQ Midgets/600 cc Micro Sprints, 40 Slingshots
and 60 Senior Champ Karts.
Scott Campbell of Doylestown, Pa., is the first TQ driver to file an entry.
Former Atlantic City Slingshot winner Jesse Hartman of Flemington, 
N.J., was the first driver to enter that class. Hartman competes in the Micro
 Sprint division during the outdoor season.
Rich Tobias Jr. of Hershey, Pa., is the defending Slingshot winner.
Tobias donated his AC race winnings to the National Fragile X Research
Foundation.
Tamie Smith of Binghamton, N.Y., was the first Senior Champ Kart entry.
Smith has been a qualifying event winner in Atlantic City in recent years, but
she is still searching for her first AC feature victory. Chris Daley of
Pleasant Valley, N.Y., came from 21st to win the division race last January.
“Last year’s races left the fans wanting more and we’ve received
a lot of interest from drivers who want to either return or make the
first-ever appearance in Atlantic City,” said event organizer Danny
Sammons.
For the first time in event history, time trials will be held on January 15
for all divisions. While the grandstand will not be open to the public, fans
with tickets for Friday and/or Saturday (Jan. 16-17) can obtain a restricted
Thursday-only pit pass, which will allow them access to catch all of the
pole-night activities.
Tickets for the Gambler’s Classic are on sale now by calling the Area Auto
Racing News office at: 609-888-3618 (please have a MasterCard/Visa/American
Express card ready).
Also, tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling:
1-800-736-1420 or online at: _www.ticketmaster.com_
(http://www.ticketmaster.com) .
For further information on the Gambler’s Classic, contact Danny 
Sammons by phone at: 609-888-3618 or via e-mail: _danny@aarn.com_
(mailto:danny@aarn.com) .
Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: _www.aarn.com_
(http://www.aarn.com) .
The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009
Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on
January 16-17. Close to 300,000 square feet of show space will be dedicated to
everything motorsports. Information on autograph sessions, show activities,
tickets and discount lodging can be found at _www.aarn.com_
(http://www.aarn.com)

EARLY ENTRIES COMING IN FOR GAMBLER'S CLASS IN ATLANTIC CITY

ATLANTIC, CITY, NJ November 6, 2008… Mike Tidaback has submitted his entry
to defend his Gambler’s Classic Indoor Auto Race title at Atlantic City’s
Boardwalk Hall.
The seventh annual event is scheduled to take place on January 16-17, 2009,
on the concrete floor, which was held in front of a near sold- out crowd last
January.
Tidaback of Little Falls, N.J., left Atlantic City last year with more than
$6,000 in his pocket after leading the final half of the 40- lap main event.
“This is a big race for us, because you run against the best in the
Northeast,” Tidaback said. “It’s like our Super Bowl.”
Tidaback, who defeated two-time winner Joey Payne of Fairlawn, N.J., became
the first American Three Quarter Midget Racing Association (ATQMRA) Series
regular to win the prestigious race.
Entry forms were sent to all race teams that entered the 2008 event. Entries
are limited to the first 100 TQ Midgets/600 cc Micro Sprints, 40 Slingshots
and 60 Senior Champ Karts.
Scott Campbell of Doylestown, Pa., is the first TQ driver to file an entry.
Former Atlantic City Slingshot winner Jesse Hartman of Flemington, 
N.J., was the first driver to enter that class. Hartman competes in the Micro
 Sprint division during the outdoor season.
Rich Tobias Jr. of Hershey, Pa., is the defending Slingshot winner.
Tobias donated his AC race winnings to the National Fragile X Research
Foundation.
Tamie Smith of Binghamton, N.Y., was the first Senior Champ Kart entry.
Smith has been a qualifying event winner in Atlantic City in recent years, but
she is still searching for her first AC feature victory. Chris Daley of
Pleasant Valley, N.Y., came from 21st to win the division race last January.
“Last year’s races left the fans wanting more and we’ve received
a lot of interest from drivers who want to either return or make the
first-ever appearance in Atlantic City,” said event organizer Danny
Sammons.
For the first time in event history, time trials will be held on January 15
for all divisions. While the grandstand will not be open to the public, fans
with tickets for Friday and/or Saturday (Jan. 16-17) can obtain a restricted
Thursday-only pit pass, which will allow them access to catch all of the
pole-night activities.
Tickets for the Gambler’s Classic are on sale now by calling the Area Auto
Racing News office at: 609-888-3618 (please have a MasterCard/Visa/American
Express card ready).
Also, tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling:
1-800-736-1420 or online at: _www.ticketmaster.com_
(http://www.ticketmaster.com) .
For further information on the Gambler’s Classic, contact Danny 
Sammons by phone at: 609-888-3618 or via e-mail: _danny@aarn.com_
(mailto:danny@aarn.com) .
Gambler’s Classic information is available online at: _www.aarn.com_
(http://www.aarn.com) .
The Gambler’s Classic is run in conjunction with the huge Motorsports 2009
Race Car & Trade Show taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center on
January 16-17. Close to 300,000 square feet of show space will be dedicated to
everything motorsports. Information on autograph sessions, show activities,
tickets and discount lodging can be found at _www.aarn.com_
(http://www.aarn.com)

Leach Brothers Motorsports #30 Closes a Chapter

Dick & Leslie Leach, along with Tom Leach, have enjoyed a very successful
and fulfilling career as owners in the local racing landscape. In 1994, Tom
wanted to try running a 358 sprint and talked Dick into giving him a hand.
They had no prior experience with sprint cars, but learned quickly. For 7
years they fielded a 358 sprint car team with 5 different drivers; Tom
Leach, Cris Eash, Darren Eash, Steve Siegel and the late Terry Leininger
piloted and won in the #30. The Leach Brothers Motorsports 358 team scored
25 A Main victories at Silver Springs Speedway, Lincoln, Williams Grove, and
the KARS National Open at Port Royal Speedway. Leach Brothers Motorsports
moved into the 410 ranks at the beginning of the 2001 season with Darren
Eash at the wheel and in August of that year tagged Doug Esh as their
driver. Making Doug part of the team, and bringing Dennis Kohler on board
in conjunction with a fantastic crew has brought the kind of success any car
owner would dream about. The Leaches have watched Doug grow into one of the
top contenders every week and struggle to describe their pride in his
accomplishments and the value of the relationship that they have with Doug,
his wife Kelly and their children. The same core group of guys; Chris
Barnes, Ryan Grady, Barry Jacobs, Jay Picking and Jim Smart have worked
endless hours in the shop and at the track for 7 years, with Chris and Ryan
being part of the team for 12 and 11 years respectively. Dick & Leslie find
it hard to express their gratitude and pride in this group for their
tireless efforts to put a winning contender on the track every week.
Together with Doug at the wheel and Dennis tuning on the car, they have
amassed 40 A Main wins at Williams Grove, Lincoln, Selinsgrove, Port Royal
and Susquehanna Speedway. Among their victories, are the 2006 Lincoln
Speedway Track Championship, the Diamond Series at Williams Grove, the
Williams Grove National Open, Kenny Weld Memorial, Jan Oppermann Memorial,
the Tuscarora 50, Mitch Smith Memorial, and the Hank Gentzler
Memorial/Manufactures Night. This past season they finally made the trip to
the Knoxville Nationals, and came away with a checkered flag in the C
Scramble and Rookie of the Year honors, a goal Doug had set for his first
trip there. The families of the crew have been greatly supportive also in
understanding their time away from home during the week and the weekends.
Special appreciation needs to go to Michelle and Ethan, Jodi and MacKenzie,
Dee, Jade and Teresa. Barry II and Amber have also given wonderful support
from running stop watches to selling team merchandise. Another important
component has been the support of Doug's family. There is always part of
the Esh family in the stands or in the pits. Their support of Doug and in
turn Team #30 has never wavered. Doug's brother, JD, came to the team with
Doug and was instrumental in lending his organizational skills and helping
to institute a maintenance program that solidified the backbone of the
team's achievements. JD is always available to lend a hand whenever or
wherever need and to mentor Doug. No team can have this kind of success
without great sponsors, and they have had many, and some that have been with
the team since the very beginning. Special thanks to Macri Concrete,
Kessler Meats, C. W. Fritz Company, BAPS Auto Paints, Bud's Spring &
Suspension, Benkowitsch & Sons Custom Counter Specialists, Ed Ross-State
Farm Insurance, Smitty's Fire Protection, Frankie's 4x4 Trucks, Jim & Teresa
Smart of I Lend Mortgage & Tara's Bridal and Special Occasion Shop, Kinard
Trucking, JB Custom Counters, The Butcher, Blooms By Vickery, Pancho's
Racing Products and Hamilton Motorsports. Leach Brothers Motorsports also
appreciates all of the Track Promoters, Safety Workers, and Officials at all
the tracks they've run; but especially those at Williams Grove and Lincoln,
their "home" tracks. Dick and Leslie now enjoy many great friendships that
have grown from racing and are looking forward to continuing them for many
years.



Leach Brothers Motorsports also sincerely thanks Duane and Debbie Lawler and
Pancho's Racing Products for their partnership this past season.
Unfortunately, our decision to back off ownership responsibilities didn't
work with the plans and goals of Pancho's. Dick & Leslie wish Duane & Deb
all the best and look forward to continuing their friendship into the
future.

All Star Circuit of ChampionsO’Reilly All Star

Official Press Release
by Got Dirt? Racing Promotions
info@allstarsprint.com
319-601-9343

, IL (10-23-08) by Robert Cortum - All Star Circuit of ChampionsO’Reilly All Star
Circuit of Champions Videos
CAMARGO

Recapture all the thrills and spills of the 2008 O’Reilly All Star Circuit of
Champions season with High Vista Video. Official videographer of the O’Reilly All
Star Circuit of Champions, Jeff Converse, has available many DVD’s to choose, from
the North Florida Speedway in February to the Hoosier Fall Classic and the crowning
of Dale Blaney’s 3rd Championship, he got it all.

Each DVD includes audio commentary from the live broadcasts and are professionally
recorded and produced. Many guest appearances were made throughout the season
captured forever on DVD for your viewing pleasure. Special appearances in 2008
included Tyler Walker, Sammy Swindell, and NASCAR Star Kasey Kahne.

The collection includes all of the special events in 2008 for the O’Reilly All Star
Circuit of Champions. The Thunder Through the Plains, Ohio Speedweek, All Stars vs.
PA Posse, the Attica Ambush and the Hoosier Fall Classic. Visit
www.highvistavideo.com for ordering information as well as free downloadable clips
from some of your favorite events.

Attica banquet is slated for Nov. 8th

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008
Contact Brian Liskai
liskai2x@cros.net

ATTICA, Ohio - Attica Raceway Park will reward the top 10 in points in all
four divisions at their dinner/banquet, Saturday, Nov. 8 at the reception
hall at the fairgrounds.

Tickets are $25 each and may be purchased by contacting ARP Operations
Director Rex LeJeune at 419-680-5606. LeJeune will also have tickets
available at the Racers' Swap Meet at the Sandusky County Fairgrounds in
Fremont, Saturday, Nov. 25. The deadline to purchase tickets for the banquet
is Monday, Nov. 3 - no tickets will be sold at the door.

Doors for the awards banquet will open at 5 p.m. with the buffet dinner at 6
p.m. and the awards ceremony following.

The top 10 in points in the 410 sprint division are: 1. Byron Reed; 2. Mike
Linder; 3. Chris Andrews; 4. David Harrison; 5. Mike Dussel; 6. Mark Keegan;
7. Mike Hogan; 8. Bruce Robenalt; 9. Phil Gressman; 10. Caleb Griffith. The
rookie of the year is Mike Dussel.

The top 10 in points for the 305 sprints are: 1. Stuart Brubaker; 2. Bobby
Clark; 3. Coty Runion; 4. Dustin Keegan; 5. Duane Zablocki; 6. Dustin Dinan;
7. D.J. Foos; 8. Nate Dussel; 9. Todd Heuerman and Brad Keckler. Rookie of
the year is D.J. Foos.

The top 10 in points for the Service Drive Solutions Attica Late Models are:
1. Curtis Deisenroth; 2. Ryan Missler; 3. Ken Hahn; 4. Steve Sabo; 5. Ernie
Haynes; 6. Michael Stiltner; 7. Noah Wagner; 8. Chuck Roelle; 9. Mike
Marteney; 10. Craig Corfman. The rookie of the year is Noah Wagner. Besides
his point fund money, Deisenroth will also get a new Rayburn chassis thanks
to Service Drive Solutions and Rayburn Race Cars.

The top 10 in points for the dirt trucks were: 1. Cory Ward; 2. Brian
Arnold; 3. Art Ball; 4. Steve Endicott; 5. Bob Dible; 6. Alex Wiechman and
Dave Gibbs; 8. Dave Severs and Dan Hennig; 10. Paul Brown Jr. The rookie of
the year is Dan Hennig.

Also, David Harrison, Mike Linder and Byron Reed will each receive a $250
gift certificate from All Pro Cylinder Heads by virtue of winning the most
first, second, third and fourth heat races respectively throughout the
season. Also,
Reed will get another All Pro certificate for winning the most overall heat
races in 2008.

All Pro Cylinder Head gift certificates will also go to 305 heat winners,
Brad Haudenschild and D.J. Foos (1st heat), Dustin Dinan (2nd heat), Coty
Runion (3rd heat) and Bobby Clark(4th heat). Runion will earn another All
Pro gift certificate for
having the most overall heat wins in 2008.

Also, the fourth place finisher in points in all four divisions - David
Harrison (410 sprints), Dustin Keegan (305 sprints), Steve Sabo (late
models) and Steve Endicott (trucks) will receive a $250 gift certificate
from Bell Racing Products.

Drivers need to be present to receive point fund money.

For more information log onto www.atticaracewaypark.com.

Doug Esh to the Trone Motorsports #39 in 2009

John Trone, Trone Outdoor Advertising and Trone Motorsports are excited to
announce that Doug Esh will drive the #39 Trone Special for the 2009 racing
season. At the conclusion of a challenging year it was clear that John
wanted to build a stronger team with a more hands on approach. "With the
commitment needed to run a successful sprint team in Central PA, you need to
keep your operation close to home. Secondly, you need surround yourself
with people who share the same goals", states John. Those goals consist of
winning races and having fun. Trone Motorsports will be joined by Leach
Brothers Motorsports and the entire team. The team will continue to be led
by Dennis Kohler, with maintenance handled by mechanics Barry Jacobs, Chris
Barnes, Ryan Grady, Jay Picking, Jim Smart and Andy Bream. Dick, Leslie and
Tom Leach, from Leach Brothers Motorsports will contribute their resources
to building a strong team as they back away from 14 years of car ownership.
If anyone has spend time with Doug and the Leach Team it is clear that these
guys are serious about winning without losing perspective of why we race -
to have fun. Trone Motorsports is currently working on securing its
sponsorship for the 2009 season, which will include support from Kinard
Trucking. At the same time a new shop is being built to prepare a fleet of
cars in time to race in Florida next year.

F.A.S.T. Fest Details Announced; F.A.S.T. Unveils New Logo

**F.A.S.T. Unveils New Logo**

Black Swamp Media Group's design guru Scott Porter has just put the
finishing touches on the F.A.S.T. logo to assist in the branding and
marketing of this Championship title for the 2009 racing season and
beyond. The logo will be modified once the title sponsor has been
announced and the presenting sponsor slots are filled. The new logo
design can be seen on the F.A.S.T. web site (which will be undergoing
significant changes this winter) by logging on to www.FastOnDirt.com


**F.A.S.T. Fest Details Announced; Local Charities to Benefit
**

The connection between the automobiles and rock-n-roll music was
immediate in the 1950s. And ever since that era, whether it is an
afternoon cruise or a night at the local race track, rock and racing
are still locked together as part of American culture.

That connection between loud cars and loud amplifiers takes another
step forward on the night of November 15th when three local bands
take to the stage at the Fremont Eagles (2570 N. State Street,
Fremont, OH) to help raise money for two local racing charities.

F.A.S.T., short for Fremont/Attica Sprint Title was formed to
provide a combined points championship between Fremont Speedway and
Attica Raceway Park for the first time in history beginning in 2009.
This additional point fund will benefit drivers in the winged 410
Sprint Car division. F.A.S.T. Fest was conceived to not only help
raise funds and awareness of the concept, but also to aid two local
charity efforts with deep ties to the racing community.

Local racer, Keith Whaley, makes an effort each holiday season to
feed a couple of area families who have fallen on hard times. Keith
always manages to do a great job picking out local families in need
of assistance this time of year. This year, F.A.S.T. Fest is hoping
to increase the number of good deeds Mr. Whaley will be able to
perform by accepting donations of non-perishable food items or
unopened toys in exchange for $2 off the ticket price at the door.
All items will be donated to Mr. Whaleys Checkered Flag Christmas.

In addition, a monetary donation will be given to Racers Racing for
a Cure  a charity organization started by the Burkett family this
past summer after Alex Burkett passed away as the result of
pancreatic cancer. They will be selling t-shirts at this event with
proceeds going to benefit the American Cancer Society and the
American Red Cross. Alex was a long time supporter of local racing
and F.A.S.T. will show support for this cause in his honor.

The benefit concert will take place at the Eagles in Fremont November
15th. Doors open at 7pm with the first of three local rock bands
taking the stage at 8pm. Admission at the door is $10&or $8 with a
new toy or non-perishable food donation.

Newly formed Fremont band Down Under Thunder, featuring the sounds
of AC/DC, will headline the event. Local rockers Mr. Bone, along with
Mourning Wood, will also be rocking the stage.

Mourning Wood, a favorite of the club/festival set, will open the
show. A sampling of some of the more eclectic Classic Rock songs, not
often tackled by cover bands, will be featured along with some of the
more popular favorites from the likes of the Eagles, Neil Young and
the Little River Band. Outstanding vocal harmonies help to set this
band apart.

Mr. Bone, another group that is often found working the club and
festival circuit throughout Northwest Ohio, will be the second group
on stage. With a set list that ranges from Ted Nugent, to Guns and
Roses&up to modern tunes from bands like Weezer and Velvet Revolver.

Mr. Bone features two Clyde natives, Ben Archer on vocals, and Neal
Barrett on guitar&the first band either of them have played for. Matt
Miller, also from Clyde, has played drums for several different bands
over the course of two decades.

Bass player Randy R.C. Cress, is a veteran of the local and
regional rock scene. R.C. was a founding member of the Wuzz Band back
in the 70s, opening for such national acts as Brownville Station, REO
Speedwagon and Cheap Trick. The journeyman player has also been a
part of other local bands including the likes of the Noize Monkeys
and Geezer Rampage.

The nights headliner, Down Under Thunder, combines an interesting
mix of veteran and upstart musicians, all carrying the hard rock
torch lit by Aussie rockers AC/DC.

The project was the brainchild of guitar player John Shetzer. Shetzer
is a founding member of Fremont based blues rockers Rude Mood. He
also played with the Wuzz Band among others in the 70s and 80s. A big
fan of the blues sounds of S.R.V. and Tommy Castro among others,
Shetzer and some of his fellow Rude Mood band mates were looking for
an outlet for their hard-rock sides. They found it with Thunder.

The rhythm section from the Rude Mood band was on-board for the
effort. Drummer Shane McConnell, a former metal band skin-pounder
from Fremont, along with versatile bass player Gary Keaton, provides
the backbone for Thunder.

Aaron Klos, local rock guitar phenom from the Big Dead Toe band,
and singer Tim Damien Twiss from the hard rocking band Dirty
Polly round out the lineup. Fans of AC/DC will be taken on a journey
through rock history.

The bands set list focuses on the hard rock faves from AC/DCs Bon
Scott years&but also mixes in some of their later tunes&making for a
high-powered, Marshall amplifier soaked show. A few surprise tunes
are mixed in to keep toes tapping and heads banging.

With an affordable admission price&some hard rocking bands&and the
ability to help some worthy charities&F.A.S.T. Fest promises to be a
way to bring together area race fans with the local community to
benefit a good cause and to increase awareness that there is some
great weekly entertainment on tap for the 2009 racing season at both
Attica Raceway Park and Fremont Speedway. For more information, visit
the F.A.S.T. web site at www.FastOnDirt.com or visit
www.atticaracewaypark.com and www.fremontohspeedway.com for
additional information on these two great local facilities.

**

Support Those Who Support F.A.S.T.**

We'd like to remind you all to visit www.MyHeroCards.com

and contact Jesse for all of your printing needs as you prepare for
the 2009 racing season. Jesse has been a big help by becoming the
"Official Hero Cards of F.A.S.T." Make sure to let him know we sent
you.

Also, Bob Altman at www.RacingFansDirect.com

still has packages available for the World Finals at Charlotte, NC
at the end of this month. Contact him right away for your travel
planning. He does his best to help race fans get discount packages
for all the major events nationwide. Tell him F.A.S.T. sent you.

Many other sponsors will be announced soon. Stay tuned.

World of Outlaws head for bullring competition at Ocean Speedway this Friday night

World of Outlaws head for bullring competition at Ocean Speedway this Friday night

By Gary Thomas

Watsonville, CA – October 13, 2008…Bullring mania will be on tap this Friday night October 17 when the Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series invade the Ocean Speedway in Watsonville, CA for the first time since 2002. The evening of competition will mark the beginning of a California double-header in which the series will make its way down to the Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare the following night.

The Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaw Sprint Series stars should be at their best on the tight quarter-mile bullring as traffic will come into play on countless occasions, forcing competitors to be on their heels lap after lap. It will mark the fourth time that the word’s best sprint car drivers have competed at the track after holding events there in 2000, ’01 & ’02. Those races were won respectively by Joey Saldana, Andy Hillenburg and Brad Furr, with Mark Kinser setting the track record of 10.049 during the first visit in ’00.

Leading the way for the local talent will be two-time and current Ocean Speedway track champion Brent Kaeding from nearby Campbell. The 13-time King of California started off the year slowly by his standards, but has picked up the pace rapidly and drove to four victories in his last four Ocean Speedway Wright One 360 Series starts, including a big win at the 48th running of the Johnny Key Classic in late August. Kaeding also had a great showing at the 55th Gold Cup in Chico where he raced his Al’s Roofing Supply No. 69 to a third place finish on his prelim night and a fourth place result during the 40 lap finale on Saturday.

Another driver coming into the Ocean Speedway with momentum on his side is two-time and current King of California Jonathan Allard of Chico. The 32 year-old driver recently picked up his first career Fall Nationals title at Silver Dollar Speedway with a thrilling charge from the 13th starting position aboard his Williams Motorsports No. 0. Like Kaeding, Allard also had a very solid showing at the Gold Cup in Chico where he was the top local driver by finishing runner-up during his prelim main event and came back to score a very strong third place finish on Saturday night. Earlier this year he wrapped up his second King of California title, becoming just the third driver in GSC history to win multiple championships.

Los Angeles racer Tyler Walker has had a strong season at the Ocean Speedway and is sure to be a contender while driving the NMI Industrial Contractors No. 24. The always exciting driver captured a pair of Golden State Challenge Series victories at the Watsonville based track this season and came back last month to dominate a California Civil War Series event at the speedway, en route to leading all 30 laps to pick up the win. Walker also made one appearance with the Wright One 360 Series at Ocean Speedway this year and brought home a third place finish in the main event. He has put together a very solid season overall and also finished runner-up in the Golden State Challenge Series points, tallying five wins with the club.

Former King of California Tim Kaeding has had another great season and will look for a good showing when the Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaws Sprint Series convenes at the Ocean Speedway on Friday. The locally based San Jose driver led the Golden State Challenge Series in the win category by scoring six wins this year, with three of those since rejoining the Roth Motorsports team in Mid-July. Included in those victories this season was his second career Dave Bradway Jr. Memorial win in May, as well as a third place finish at the Jim Raper Memorial Dirt Cup in Skagit during the month of June. The 30 year-old racer hasn’t found victory lane at Ocean Speedway yet this year, but has always been strong at the track and his previous two starts netted podium finishes after starting in the fifth row each time.

Other locals sure to be in the thick of things will include Campbell’s Bud Kaeding, Scotts Valley’s Evan Suggs, Los Gatos’ Jason Statler, Easton’s Tommy Tarlton and Fremont’s Shane Golobic. Ocean Speedway regulars Bud Kaeding, Statler and Suggs have all picked up Wright One Series wins this season and ran top five in points at the track as well, with Statler finishing third and Suggs & Kaeding tying for fourth.

Young Golobic has put together a good season, which includes making the Gold Cup Saturday night main event in Chico and a Golden State Challenge Series victory at Ocean Speedway in May, where he just missed out on a clean sweep by finishing second in his heat race. Tarlton comes into the event with momentum on his side after runner-up finishes at the track during the Johnny Key Classic, the Civil War Series event last month and is also coming off an impressive $4,000 win at the Kings Speedway less than a few weekends ago.

The Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaws Sprint Series is coming down to its final handful of races and two-time defending champion Donny Schatz is in position to join Steve Kinser & Sammy Swindell as just the third driver in WOO history to win three driving titles. The Fargo, ND racer has had another outstanding year and has claimed 20 overall wins this season aboard the Tony Stewart Racing, Armor All No. 15, which includes claiming his third straight win at the Knoxville Nationals, joining Kinser as only the second driver to win the event on three consecutive occasions. If he were to win the WOO championship this season, Schatz would also join Kinser as just the second driver in history to win the Outlaw title three straight times.
Clovis, CA’s Jason Meyers will look for redemption following his last California visit, which left him with much disappointment after being taken out by a spun lapped car while leading the main event at the 55th Gold Cup Race of Champions. “Hotfoot” will have extra motivation at the Ocean Speedway as GLR Investments, one of the main supporters of Meyers’ No. 14 racing team, will be the presenting sponsor of the event on Friday. Earlier this season Meyers made a visit to Watsonville during a Golden State Challenge event and proceeded to win his heat race, the dash and lead all 30 laps in the feature to pick up his 12th career series victory. The defending Trophy Cup champ comes into the Ocean Speedway sitting second in World of Outlaw points with eight wins with the series.

The inaugural World of Outlaw event in Watsonville was captured by Brownsburg, IN’s Joey Saldana, who at the time was driving the Hemsaw No. 17 sprinter, but this time around will return to the quarter-mile bullring aboard the potent Kasey Kahne Racing, Budweiser sponsored No. 9 machine. “The Brownsburg Bullet” comes into the Ocean Speedway sitting third in WOO points with five wins, but has had a handful of other possible victories cut short by bad luck, including cutting a tire while sitting out front at the Kings Royal in July at Eldora.

Twenty-time World of Outlaw champ Steve Kinser has won at a large amount of the tracks that the series visits, but has yet to find victory lane at the Ocean Speedway and will be looking to change that on Friday. The Bloomington, IN driver currently ranks fourth in WOO points and has raced his Q-Oils No. 11 to six main event wins this season. Fellow veteran driver Jac Haudenschild has seen resurgence this season while driving the Carnahan Motorsports No. R19. “The Wild Child” recently scored his third career Gold Cup Race of Champions victory and is always at his best on tight-bullrings, much like the one seen at Ocean Speedway.

Other top World of Outlaw Sprint Series drivers expected on Friday night include former California driver Paul McMahan who now resides in Nashville, TN; as well as Findlay, Ohio’s Chad Kemenah; St. Mary’s NSW, Aust’s Kerry Madsen; Terry McCarl of Altoona, Iowa; Owasso, OK’s Daryn Pittman, Bloomington, IN’s Kraig Kinser and more.

The front and back gates will both open at noon this Friday at the Ocean Speedway with tickets being $45 at the front gate. Qualifying is expected to get underway around 6pm with racing to follow. The Ocean Speedway is located on the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville, California. For more info on the track visit http://www.oceanspeedway.com