AKRON, Ohio (Oct. 17, 2010) - Two races remain in the 2010
World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series championship struggle and, after
crisscrossing North America for the last eight months, the racers haven't
decided anything.
Jason Meyers leads the standings by 96 points over Donny
Schatz. Both Steve Kinser and Joey Saldana are within striking distance.
Decided? No, the whole thing is still up for grabs and will not be decided
until the first weekend of November in Charlotte, N.C.
Goodyear is the Official Tiremaker for the Series and is the
exclusive tire supplier for the two rear tire positions. Most teams use
Goodyear tires on the front positions as well. Goodyear offers a variety of
tread compounds for each event, allowing the teams to use a variety of
chassis setups.
Schatz gained ground on Meyers by finishing fourth in the
most recent WoO race, won by Craig Dollansky at Tri State Speedway in
Haubstadt, Ind.
Saldana finished second at Tri State, followed by Paul
McMahan, Schatz and Dale Blaney. Meyers came home ninth and Kinser was 10th.
Meyers leads the standings with 9,019 points. Schatz has
8,923 and is followed by Kinser with 8,919 and Saldana with 8,901.
More information about Goodyear Racing is available at
www.racegoodyear.com. More information about the World of Outlaws is
available at www.worldofoutlaws.com.
Sprint Car news, press releases, photos and other happenings.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Two to Go: Meyers Inches towards title at Tri-State Speedway
Deux, zwei, dos, kaksi: it does not matter what language you say it in. Two may seem like a small number, until you have two items separating you from your goal. In the case of Jason Meyers and Elite Racing, they just have two races to wrap up the 2010 World of Outlaws title. This weekend Meyers crept closer to taking the title home with a top-10 finish at Tri-State Speedway in Haubstadt, Indiana.
Meyers started his evening at Tri-State Speedway by recording the 9th quick lap in qualifying. From there, he went on to win the first heat race from the outside pole position in his #14 GLR Investments KPC. That would put Meyers in the dash and secure a top-10 starting spot for the Californian. Meyers would go on to start and finish 7th in the dash, putting him in the 7th position at the beginning of the night's feature event.
Beginning on the 4th row beside Kraig Kinser, Meyers would favor the inside line early in the main event. The inside line seemed problematic for the #14 DDNI KPC as three cars got past it before the first pause in racing action on Lap 5. On the restart, Meyers would be lined up 10th behind title rival Steve Kinser.
When racing resumed, Meyers would start trying out different lines. He first stayed low, gradually moving his line to the high side. While up top, Meyers would gain on 9th place Jason Sides, but could not make the pass. About 15 laps in, the inside line started to pick up steam and Meyers would lose two more positions.
At the halfway point of the 40-lap contest, Meyers was running 12th and moved back into the low groove to try to use it to get under the #63 of Chad Kemenah and Sam Hafertepe Jr. During the long green flag run, Meyers held strong.
With just 3 laps to go, the Yellow Flag would slow the frenzied action on the track. Meyers would restart 12th, but would pick up three positions when Steve Kinser, Chad Kemenah, and Sam Hafertepe Jr. were involved in an incident in Turn 4 with two laps to go. With a green-white checkered start, Meyers would retain the 9th place, finishing one spot in front of fellow title contender Steve Kinser.
Going into the final races of the season Meyers currently holds a 96 point margin over 4-time champion Donny Schatz. Steve Kinser holds the third position just 100 points out. With just two races remaining, Meyers has to finish 21st or better in both races to take the title home to California.
"Right now, we are not just looking for solid finishes in each race," Meyers commented. "We want to end the season winning both the race and title at Charlotte. We have a combination of 24 titles chasing us in the championship, so we cannot lay up. I believe we have a championship caliber team. I just have to go out there and bring home the title for them. Glen (Beaton), Brian (Bloomfield), and Sam (Mathews) have been doing an excellent job with the car this season. We are in very good position right now and are staying focused on the big picture and the ultimate prize, bringing the 2010 World of Outlaws Championship home to California."
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Final Approval for Neupert Raceway Park
It is my great pleasure to announce that Neupert Raceway Park has received final approval, from Jefferson Township, to construct our much anticipated racing facility! The concept was born in May of 2009, and has manifested into quite an undertaking. Our first proposal township meeting was in July 2009 and we have been busy ever since. A total of 25 twp meetings and 436 days later, NRP can say we are close to bringing the community one more great attraction that the whole family can enjoy!
Our final approval meeting was on Oct. 11th 2010, and we just cannot believe the amount of supporters that attended and packed the township building. Without support from race fans like you, this dream would have fizzled out into a memory.
For those who don’t know, NRP is going to be a high banked, ¼ mile clay oval track, designed for smaller dirt track race vehicles such as Micro Sprints, Mod-Lites, Flat Track Quads and 4 Cylinder Compact Cars. We will be hosting these races on Saturday nights, during the summer. There is a high demand in western Pennsylvania for a race facility that supports these more economical race machines, and it is our pleasure to fully accommodate them.
Our construction date is not yet determined. After we receive our NPDES and septic permit, we are allowed to start excavation. As of now, our pending opening is still May of 2011.
On a more sincere note, I can not thank all of you enough for being the drive and determination of this project. I will strive to do my best and offer you the premier, small car racing facility in western Pennsylvania.
Brett Neupert, CEO
Brett Neupert, CEO
Neupert Raceway Park- NRP
138 Neupert Rd.
Cabot, PA 16023
724-584-0303
RacingMaverick@yahoo.com
myspace.com/NRPsprints
facebook.com/NeupertRacewayPark
Thursday, May 20, 2010
World of Outlaws Sprints Set to Make Inaugural Run at Tri-City Speedway May 30: WoO History Rundown
Franklin, PA...Memorial Day weekend will be a memorable one as the World of Outlaws race into Tri-City Speedway for the first time ever. The World of Outlaws, the premier winged sprint car series in the world, has a long and colorful history. For 32 years, the World of Outlaws tour has been invading racetracks and thrilling fans in 23 different states while sanctioning events at some of the most famous dirt racing facilities in the world.
The series is rich in history and tradition. In 1978 when sprint car racing in the United States lacked a true national series, Ted Johnson, a former midget racer from Madison, WI, organized the World of Outlaws sanctioning body. He established a schedule, a set of rules, and a points system to crown a champion of his series. That inaugural season featured 41 events and drivers such as Steve Kinser, Rick Ferkel, Bobby Allen, Doug Wolfgang and Jack Hewitt.
Jimmy Boyd won the series' first event March 18, 1978 at Devil's Bowl Speedway in Mesquite, TX in a non-wing car. This is his only victory in series history. Steve Kinser won his first Outlaws "A" Feature at Eldora Speedway on May 21 and went on to win 11 events and the first championship of what has become a legendary career. Sammy Swindell also won the first two "A" Features of his Outlaws career, and Doug Wolfgang won the Knoxville Nationals at historic Knoxville Raceway.
In 1982, Bobby Davis Jr., the 1980 Rookie of the Year, became the youngest driver to win an Outlaws "A" Feature when he took the checkered flag at Devil's Bowl Speedway, and Brad Dotty garnered top rookie honors.
1987 saw Steve Kinser have the most remarkable season in Outlaws history with 46 "A" Feature victories, including wins in 24 of the final 26 races, an impressive eighth series championship, his fifth Knoxville, Nationals title, his sixth Gold Cup Race of Champions crown, and the short-track record with 56 overall feature victories.
In 1988, rising star and fan favorite, Brad Doty, was left paralyzed from injuries sustained in a crash during the Kings Royal at Eldora. (Brad Doty will be at Tri-City Speedway and will be inducted into the Tri-City Speedway Hall of Fame during this event!)
In 1991 Sammy Swindell won "A" Features at New York State Fair Speedway and Rolling Wheels Raceway, both on October 12. To this day, he is the only driver to win two "A" Features on the same day.
Over the years, many well-known drivers have raced in the World of Outlaws sprints series. They include Steve Kinser, 20 time series champion; Erin Crocker, the first female to win a World of Outlaws main event; and Joey Saldana, who won 20 features in 2009. Several current NASCAR drivers, including Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Kasey Kahne, and Dave Blaney, also got their starts driving World of Outlaws sprints.
Tri-City Speedway owner, Rich Hetrick says, "The World of Outlaws drivers are the best of the best! This is an event that fans do not want to miss!" Be sure to be part of this amazing racing action!
Hot laps will begin at 6:30p.m. Time Trials start at 7:00p.m.
Pre-Sale tickets are still available by calling the office at 814-676-3000. Pre-Sale ticket purchasers are able to enter the gates at 2p.m. and tickets will be sold at the gate on race night beginning at 3p.m.
For more information please visit www.tricityspeedway.com or call 814-676-3000.
The Legend Lives On...Tri-City Speedway!
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association Releases Schedule
By Scott Wolfe
STEWART, OHIO-The newly formed Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association (OVSCA), a 410 winged sprint car series based in Stewart, Ohio and sponsored by Hoosier Tire/ Hoosier Tire Ohio Valley among other fine sponsors, has released its inaugural 35-race 2010 racing schedule. Other races are in the negotiation stage, including the possibility of a big three-race weekend.
The hub of the series will be Billy Jarrell's Skyline Speedway, a 3/8 mile red-clay oval between Athens and Coolville, Ohio where much of the Friday night racing action will take place. Twenty-four of the series events are scheduled at the Skyline oval.
Said series mastermind Billy Jarrell, "Putting things in place to make this series a first class venture has been hectic, but everyone involved is very excited. The potential is there for this series to become something really big in the future. Getting sponsorship in place has been crucial in getting this endeavor off the ground and everything is now a go for 2010. I am looking forward to a great season."
"I would like to thank the tracks for coming aboard and giving our racers someplace to race. Being able to have two-night racing weekends has made this financially attractive to our drivers and teams. Besides steady purses, the point money is a driving force in our ability to get top notch teams. Interest has been overwhelming. I can't wait to get the season underway."
Beckley Motor Speedway has two Friday night races paying $2,500 to win, while Saturday night venues include Ohio Valley Speedway in Lubeck, WV with six dates, Tyler County Speedway in Middlebourne, WV, and I-77 Motorsports Park in Fairplane, WV. Negotiations are taking place to add future dates.
Ten two-race weekends have made the series appealing for the traveling sprint car drivers. Additionally, sponsors are being touted to bolster the already attractive point fund.
$15,000 has been raised for the series point fund and sprint track champions at Skyline Speedway will enjoy awards typical of those in the past in addition to the series point fund payout. Details of the points and other series policy will be available on the OVSCA website which is under construction at << http://www.ovsprintcars.com/ >> . Also, visit OVSCA on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=482653310491
The season opener and OVSCA opener is scheduled (weather permitting) April 2, 2010 at Skyline Speedway.
2010 Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association Schedule
April 2 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
April 9 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
April 16 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
April 23 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
April 30 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
May 1 Ohio Valley Speedway Lubeck, WV
May 7 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
May14 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
May 15 Ohio Valley Speedway Lubeck, WV
May 21 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
May 28 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
June 4 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
June 11 $2500 to win
Beckley Motor Speedway Beckley, WV
June 18 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
June 19 Tyler County Speedway Middlebourne, WV
June 25 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
June 26 Ohio Valley Speedway Lubeck, WV
July 2 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
July 9 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
July 10 Ohio Valley Speedway Lubeck, WV
July 16 $2500 to win
Beckley Motor Speedway Beckley, WV
July 17 I-77 Motorsports Park Fairlplane, WV
July 23 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
July 30 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
August 6 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
August 7 Ohio Valley Speedway Lubeck, WV
August 13 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
August 14 Tyler County Speedway Middlebourne, WV
August 20 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
August 27 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
Sept. 3 Open Wheel Shootout
Friday Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
Sept. 11 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
Sept. 17-19 Harvest 50 Weekend
Sept 18 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
Sept. 19 Skyline Speedway Stewart, Ohio
Sept. 25 Ohio Valley Speedway Lubeck, WV
Among the series sponsors are Dave Poske's Performance Parts << www.poske.com >> ; Hoosier Tire << https://www.hoosiertire.com >> ; Allstar Performance << http://www.allstarperformance.com/index.htm >> ; ASI Racewear << http://www.asiwear.com/racewear.html >> ; Outerwears << http://www.outerwearsracing.com/about.html >> ; R2C Powerflow Air Filters << http://www.r2cperformance.com >> ; Weld Racing Wheels << http://www.weldracing.com/ >>and Bazell Race Fuels.
Monday, March 01, 2010
Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association becomes a reality!
HOOSIER BACKS QUICKLY GROWING SERIES
Victory Circle Media
Stewart, Ohio. - Area race track promoters in Southeast Ohio and West Virginia and Hoosier Tire Ohio Valley have joined sprint car drivers from around the Ohio and WV area in forming a new 410 winged sprint car series the Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association (OVSCA). "This series will give the drivers and team owners the option of being able to continue to race on America's most competitive sprint tire." said Hoosier Racing Tire Sprint Product manager Neil Cowman.
Hoosier Tire Ohio Valley racetire product manager Todd Frye said. "It's a huge undertaking but one the industry, promoters and racers are glad to see. In comes down to racing on a competitive tire, product reliability, and safety for the competitors. Many teams and drivers recognize the many years of support and loyalty Hoosier has given the sprint cars and wanted to be able to continue their involvement."
Skyline Speedway owner and Sprint Car team owner Billy Jarrell said, "As a car owner I wanted to go a different route. Many drivers and team owners have expressed the same to me. We wanted an option and I got squarely behind this one. The OVSCA is proud to provide a venue for those racers that choose to compete."
Tentatively, six tracks in Ohio and WV including Ohio Valley Speedway, Tyler County Speedway, I-77 Motorsports Park, Beckley Speedway, and Skyline Speedway will usher in the new series with more expected to get involved as the series grows. Thirty races are expected with Jarrell's Skyline Speedway serving as the anchor track on Friday night.
$15,000 has been raised for the series point fund and sprint track champions at Skyline Speedway will enjoy awards typical of those in the past in addition to the series point fund payout. Details of the points and other series policy will be available on the OVSCA website which is under construction and will be live soon. Until the website is live please visit OVSCA on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=482653310491 .
Concluded Jarrell, "There is a lot of interest from racers and teams and manufacturers involved in the sprint car industry. Several new teams are fielding cars in 2010 creating excitement and demand for the new series. Our hope is this series will be a big boost for sprint car racing in the Ohio Valley and sprint car racing in general."
Season opener and OVSCA opener is scheduled (weather permitting) April 2, 2010 at Skyline Speedway.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
ACTION PACKED 2010 CRANBERRY MALL RACE CAR SHOW KICKS-OFF MARCH 4
ACTION PACKED 2010 CRANBERRY MALL RACE CAR SHOW KICKS-OFF MARCH 4
by Kristen Edelmann
February 24, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FRANKLIN, PA .H&H Motorsports and the Cranberry Mall are rapidly preparing for the
upcoming annual Cranberry Mall Race Car Show held March 4-7, 2010, at the Cranberry
Mall located on Route 322 east of Franklin. The 2009 Awards Ceremony will be held
at the mall show on Saturday, March 6th at 6 p.m.
With over 30 race cars already entered, this year's show is guaranteed to be action
packed and filled with the best drivers around. "Not only do we have a lot of cars,
we have a lot of fan-related activities planned as well," said track owner Rich
Hetrick.
The mall show is set to kickoff Thursday with a schedule release, meet the drivers
and promoters, and a best looking car contest, in which a winner will be announced
on Saturday.
Friday, a Kid's Club coloring contest will take place during the afternoon, and the
best picture will be featured on the front of the 2010 Tri-City Speedway Kid's Club
T-shirts. "T.C.", the Tri-City Speedway Roadrunner mascot, will also be on hand,
along with Dexter the Clown. In addition, a press conference will take place during
the evening to discuss the upcoming season with the promoters.
Saturday is dedicated to honoring the drivers and will feature the popular pre-race
radio show "Turn 5" from 4-5 p.m.. Dependent on the local basketball playoff
broadcast schedule, "Turn 5" will be broadcasting live at the mall and on KQW 96.3
FM. as co-hosts Joe Lodnosky and Brian Spaid interview drivers, promoters, and fans
to create an amazing show. A driver autograph session will take place during the
radio show and autograph cards for kids will be available at the Ray's Racing
Collectibles Trailer located in the mall. Finally, the event that drivers and fans
have anxiously awaited is here! Rather than the same habitual banquet with costly
tickets and limited space, the 2009 Tri-City Speedway track champions will be
honored on Saturday night during a special awards ceremony, and everyone is invited.
The mall show will wrap up Sunday evening at 4 p.m. as we say farewell to the
drivers and look forward to seeing them on the track this spring. Opening night at
Tri-City Speedway is scheduled April 25th featuring the first 4-Star Racing program
of the season, which includes the Engles Trucking Big Block Modifieds, 4 Your Car
Connection FASTRAK Late Models, Welding Technologies & Shaw Industries E Mods, and
E.F. Rogers Plumbing & Heating Pro Stocks.
It's still not too late to enter the mall show! Mall show entry forms are being
accepted until March 1, 2010. For a complete entry form visit
www.tricityspeedway.com or call 814-676-3000.
Tri-City Speedway is owned and operated by H&H Motorsports. They have promoted
Sunday night racing at the popular facility starting in 2009. The DIRTcar Big Block
Modifieds, FASTRAK Late Models, E Mods and Pro Stocks race each week at the Venango
County half-mile dirt oval. Tri-City is located seven miles north of Franklin, Pa.,
off State Route 417.
Monday, January 25, 2010
SPRINT CAR TEAMS MEET TO DISCUSS 2010 SCHEDULE
January 25, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT
KEVIN SCHAEFFER (724) 783-2390
SPRINT CAR TEAMS MEET TO DISCUSS 2010 SCHEDULE
Sprint car teams from western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio met again on Sunday, January 24 at the Meridian Fire Hall in Butler, Pa., to discuss the future
of 410 sprint car racing at local speedways.
Representatives of the 25 teams present elected a five-person board to act on the behalf of the teams as it pertains to continuing discussions with Lernerville and Sharon Speedway regarding purse payoffs.
Elected to the five person board were (in alphabetical order) Martha Dionese, Bob Felmlee, Kevin Schaeffer, Jack Sodeman Jr., and Eric Williams.
Schaeffer urges teams that were unable to attend the meeting to contact any of the above board members for information.
“With Goodyear providing additional funding to the local race tracks for switching tire brands, our local sprint car teams believe some of the funding should go back into the purse like many other tracks that have switched brands have announced“, Schaeffer said.
Schaeffer added that the teams will support the higher paying special sprint car events at the local speedways in 2010.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT
KEVIN SCHAEFFER (724) 783-2390
SPRINT CAR TEAMS MEET TO DISCUSS 2010 SCHEDULE
Sprint car teams from western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio met again on Sunday, January 24 at the Meridian Fire Hall in Butler, Pa., to discuss the future
of 410 sprint car racing at local speedways.
Representatives of the 25 teams present elected a five-person board to act on the behalf of the teams as it pertains to continuing discussions with Lernerville and Sharon Speedway regarding purse payoffs.
Elected to the five person board were (in alphabetical order) Martha Dionese, Bob Felmlee, Kevin Schaeffer, Jack Sodeman Jr., and Eric Williams.
Schaeffer urges teams that were unable to attend the meeting to contact any of the above board members for information.
“With Goodyear providing additional funding to the local race tracks for switching tire brands, our local sprint car teams believe some of the funding should go back into the purse like many other tracks that have switched brands have announced“, Schaeffer said.
Schaeffer added that the teams will support the higher paying special sprint car events at the local speedways in 2010.
Monday, January 18, 2010
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE HEATING UP FOR THE 2010 SEASON; TRACK RELEASES SPECIAL EVENTS PREVIEW
by Kristen Edelmann
January 18, 2010
FRANKLIN, PA …. While the temperature in Franklin, PA is still freezing, the Tri-City Speedway schedule is getting hotter than ever. Special events, 4-Star racing, and special appearances are locked in and ready to happen at the fast half-mile track in 2010.
Tri-City Speedway is scheduled to kick-off with the season opener on Sunday April 25, 2010, featuring Tri-City’s 4-Star racing program. The weekly program will consist of the popular Engles Trucking DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, 4 Your Car Connection FASTRAK Late Models, Welding Technologies and Shaw Industries E Mods, and E.F. Rogers Plumbing and Heating Pro Stocks.
As the season begins, May is turning into a huge month for Tri-City. While the weekly divisions will always take center stage, special events are invading the schedule as well. Joining our 4-Star program on May 2nd, Super Sprints will battle for the checkered in a $2,000-to-win event. For Mother’s Day, Tri-City owner and promoter H&H Motorsports would like to partner with the American Cancer Society to help fight breast cancer. More information will be available about this event shortly.
The biggest night in the 56-year storied history of Tri-City Speedway will take place on Sunday May 30th. The World of Outlaw Sprints, the premier sanctioning body for winged sprint car racing, will make its inaugural appearance as the fastest drivers in the world tackle the fast half-mile track for $10,000-to-win. Joining the World of Outlaws Sprints will be the popular United E Mod Series (UEMS) presented by William Southwell & Son Oil. More information on times and tickets will be released soon.
As May rolls out and June steps in, Tri-City will keep on track with the weekly 4-Star program before midseason opens with a bang on Sunday July 4th featuring NASCAR Sprint Cup driver and former track champion Dave Blaney racing in the Hall of Fame Classic for Super Sprints, which is a $2,000-to-win show. Also racing that evening will be the $2,000-to-win BRP Modified Tour Kodiak Memorial and E Mods presented by Atkinson Fire Safety. Plus, more Super Sprint action will follow as the infamous All Star Circuit of Champions Sprints are scheduled to race on Sunday July 18th along with the 4 Your Car Connection FASTRAK Late Models in a FASTRAK Northeast Touring Series event and the Welding Technologies and Shaw Industries E Mods.
As the season continues, so does the action on the Venango County half-mile dirt track. The month of August is action-packed as the 4-Star program continues every Sunday with Super Sprint action on August 1st and 15th.
September marks the return of the Outlaws. The highly anticipated 2010 Oil Region Labor Day Classic Weekend is scheduled September 4th and 5th at Tri-City, and the World of Outlaw Late Model Series will once again highlight the racing card on both nights. The top Late Model teams in the nation will compete in two 50-lap, $10,000-to-win events for the fifth consecutive year at the legendary track. Past winners at the event include three-time feature winner Steve Francis, two-time feature winner Shane Clanton, Rick Eckert, Chub Frank, Dan Stone, and Tim Fuller.
In addition to the World of Outlaws Late Model Series, the Super Sprints, FASTRAK Late Models, and William Southwell & Son UEMS E Mods will compete both nights of the big event. Negotiations continue to make at least one night of FASTRAK Late Model action part of the FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Touring Series.
“I’m excited for the 2010 season to start,” noted second-year track owner Rich Hetrick. “Get ready is all I have to say because it’s going to be incredible. We have an amazing committee that is dedicated and determined to make this season the best yet, and it will be.”
More information on all of these events is coming soon.
Tri-City Speedway is owned and operated by H&H Motorsports, which started promoting Sunday night racing at the popular facility in 2009. The DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, FASTRAK Late Models, E Mods and Pro Stocks race each week at the Venango County half-mile dirt oval. Tri-City is located seven miles north of Franklin, Pa., off State Route 417.
January 18, 2010
FRANKLIN, PA …. While the temperature in Franklin, PA is still freezing, the Tri-City Speedway schedule is getting hotter than ever. Special events, 4-Star racing, and special appearances are locked in and ready to happen at the fast half-mile track in 2010.
Tri-City Speedway is scheduled to kick-off with the season opener on Sunday April 25, 2010, featuring Tri-City’s 4-Star racing program. The weekly program will consist of the popular Engles Trucking DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, 4 Your Car Connection FASTRAK Late Models, Welding Technologies and Shaw Industries E Mods, and E.F. Rogers Plumbing and Heating Pro Stocks.
As the season begins, May is turning into a huge month for Tri-City. While the weekly divisions will always take center stage, special events are invading the schedule as well. Joining our 4-Star program on May 2nd, Super Sprints will battle for the checkered in a $2,000-to-win event. For Mother’s Day, Tri-City owner and promoter H&H Motorsports would like to partner with the American Cancer Society to help fight breast cancer. More information will be available about this event shortly.
The biggest night in the 56-year storied history of Tri-City Speedway will take place on Sunday May 30th. The World of Outlaw Sprints, the premier sanctioning body for winged sprint car racing, will make its inaugural appearance as the fastest drivers in the world tackle the fast half-mile track for $10,000-to-win. Joining the World of Outlaws Sprints will be the popular United E Mod Series (UEMS) presented by William Southwell & Son Oil. More information on times and tickets will be released soon.
As May rolls out and June steps in, Tri-City will keep on track with the weekly 4-Star program before midseason opens with a bang on Sunday July 4th featuring NASCAR Sprint Cup driver and former track champion Dave Blaney racing in the Hall of Fame Classic for Super Sprints, which is a $2,000-to-win show. Also racing that evening will be the $2,000-to-win BRP Modified Tour Kodiak Memorial and E Mods presented by Atkinson Fire Safety. Plus, more Super Sprint action will follow as the infamous All Star Circuit of Champions Sprints are scheduled to race on Sunday July 18th along with the 4 Your Car Connection FASTRAK Late Models in a FASTRAK Northeast Touring Series event and the Welding Technologies and Shaw Industries E Mods.
As the season continues, so does the action on the Venango County half-mile dirt track. The month of August is action-packed as the 4-Star program continues every Sunday with Super Sprint action on August 1st and 15th.
September marks the return of the Outlaws. The highly anticipated 2010 Oil Region Labor Day Classic Weekend is scheduled September 4th and 5th at Tri-City, and the World of Outlaw Late Model Series will once again highlight the racing card on both nights. The top Late Model teams in the nation will compete in two 50-lap, $10,000-to-win events for the fifth consecutive year at the legendary track. Past winners at the event include three-time feature winner Steve Francis, two-time feature winner Shane Clanton, Rick Eckert, Chub Frank, Dan Stone, and Tim Fuller.
In addition to the World of Outlaws Late Model Series, the Super Sprints, FASTRAK Late Models, and William Southwell & Son UEMS E Mods will compete both nights of the big event. Negotiations continue to make at least one night of FASTRAK Late Model action part of the FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Touring Series.
“I’m excited for the 2010 season to start,” noted second-year track owner Rich Hetrick. “Get ready is all I have to say because it’s going to be incredible. We have an amazing committee that is dedicated and determined to make this season the best yet, and it will be.”
More information on all of these events is coming soon.
Tri-City Speedway is owned and operated by H&H Motorsports, which started promoting Sunday night racing at the popular facility in 2009. The DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, FASTRAK Late Models, E Mods and Pro Stocks race each week at the Venango County half-mile dirt oval. Tri-City is located seven miles north of Franklin, Pa., off State Route 417.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
TYLER WALKER RETURNS TO CENTRAL PA SPRINT CAR RACING
Reigning ‘King of California’ to Drive Heffner Racing Enterprises #27
Hellertown, PA (January 13, 2010)…Tyler Walker, 2009 Golden State Challenge Series King of California, has been named lead driver of Heffner Racing Enterprise’s Lelands.com-sponsored #27 car for 2010. The former World of Outlaws Gumout Series champion’s first race as a member of the PA Posse will be the Icebreaker 30, Lincoln Speedway’s season opener, on Saturday, February 27 at 2 p.m.
"I'm grateful to Mike Heffner for the opportunity and cant wait to work with Dennis Koehler, a long time friend and someone I have a great deal of respect for,” says Walker. “I really miss the big and fast tracks and look forward to being back in a more competitive series. I can’t wait to join the PA Posse and see the longtime fans I have in Pennsylvania. They’re the best fans in the country!”
Walker, nicknamed ‘T-Dub’, replaces veteran sprint car driver Sean Michael, who will spend much of the coming season serving as crew chief for his brother, URC champion Curt Michael. Still recuperating from a shattered knee, Sean will drive select races for Heffner Racing next season, providing they don’t conflict with the #5G schedule.
Heffner Racing Enterprises’ owner Mike Heffner is excited about adding Walker, known for his thrilling, high energy driving style, to the team. Only entering its second full season, Heffner Racing has already worked with some of the best drivers in sprint car racing. After a devastating crash last May sidelined Sean for the remainder of the season, Sprint Car Hall of Famer Keith Kauffman filled the seat, securing the team’s first win.
“Every new team dreams of winning races, and we’re no different. Making it to victory lane last year was one of the happiest days of my life—an indescribable feeling. I believe Tyler can get us there again. And again and again. He’s enthusiastic, aggressive and wants to win as much as we do,” says Heffner.
In addition to being 2009’s Golden State Challenge Series King of California (during which time he broke the single season record for wins in the series), T-Dub was also named USAC Silver Crown Series Most Improved Driver in 2004 and World of Outlaws Gumout Series champion in 2002 when he won sixteen races during the season.
Walker is credited with originating the celebratory backflip off his racecar, his signature victory lane move, which has since been copied by several other drivers
“I like to have fun on and off the track and I expect Heffner Racing and I to have a great time this season,” concludes Walker.
For more information on Heffner Racing Enterprises, including team bios, schedules, photos, and news clips, visit www.HeffnerRacing.com. To learn more about Tyler Walker, visit www.TylerWalker.com.
Hellertown, PA (January 13, 2010)…Tyler Walker, 2009 Golden State Challenge Series King of California, has been named lead driver of Heffner Racing Enterprise’s Lelands.com-sponsored #27 car for 2010. The former World of Outlaws Gumout Series champion’s first race as a member of the PA Posse will be the Icebreaker 30, Lincoln Speedway’s season opener, on Saturday, February 27 at 2 p.m.
"I'm grateful to Mike Heffner for the opportunity and cant wait to work with Dennis Koehler, a long time friend and someone I have a great deal of respect for,” says Walker. “I really miss the big and fast tracks and look forward to being back in a more competitive series. I can’t wait to join the PA Posse and see the longtime fans I have in Pennsylvania. They’re the best fans in the country!”
Walker, nicknamed ‘T-Dub’, replaces veteran sprint car driver Sean Michael, who will spend much of the coming season serving as crew chief for his brother, URC champion Curt Michael. Still recuperating from a shattered knee, Sean will drive select races for Heffner Racing next season, providing they don’t conflict with the #5G schedule.
Heffner Racing Enterprises’ owner Mike Heffner is excited about adding Walker, known for his thrilling, high energy driving style, to the team. Only entering its second full season, Heffner Racing has already worked with some of the best drivers in sprint car racing. After a devastating crash last May sidelined Sean for the remainder of the season, Sprint Car Hall of Famer Keith Kauffman filled the seat, securing the team’s first win.
“Every new team dreams of winning races, and we’re no different. Making it to victory lane last year was one of the happiest days of my life—an indescribable feeling. I believe Tyler can get us there again. And again and again. He’s enthusiastic, aggressive and wants to win as much as we do,” says Heffner.
In addition to being 2009’s Golden State Challenge Series King of California (during which time he broke the single season record for wins in the series), T-Dub was also named USAC Silver Crown Series Most Improved Driver in 2004 and World of Outlaws Gumout Series champion in 2002 when he won sixteen races during the season.
Walker is credited with originating the celebratory backflip off his racecar, his signature victory lane move, which has since been copied by several other drivers
“I like to have fun on and off the track and I expect Heffner Racing and I to have a great time this season,” concludes Walker.
For more information on Heffner Racing Enterprises, including team bios, schedules, photos, and news clips, visit www.HeffnerRacing.com. To learn more about Tyler Walker, visit www.TylerWalker.com.
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
DARYL STIMELING RACING
Looking for sponsorship for the 2010 racing season. Daryl Stimeling first started racing at the age of twelve. He started racing go-karts at a local speedway and then moved to racing on pavement on the WKA circuit. In ten years of kart racing, Daryl won 146 races and 10 championships before moving up to the 410 sprint car ranks in 1987. Since then he has won 37 A-main features. Daryl also has 3 track championships at the Clinton County Speedway in Lock Haven, PA. He also ran with the All Star Circuit of Champions in the year 2000, where he finished 9th in driver and owner points and 2nd in the rookie of the year standings.
Plans For 2010 We are going to run a complete schedule at the Clinton County Speedway. Also racing all of the races in Vern Wasson’s new sprint car series. Also some races in western PA at Sharon Speedway and Tri City Speedway. Also some select races with the All-Star Sprints. We currently have a 2008 J&J and a aluminum 410 motor and are looking to buy another J&J and motor for 2010. Sponsorship from $500.00 and up. Contact: Daryl Stimeling 717-250-9702 stimelingracing@verizon.net
Saturday, December 05, 2009
Sean Michael Joins Brother Curt on #5G team
BILL GALLAGHER/CURT MICHAEL 5G TEAM ADD SEAN MICHAELTO LEAD TEAM
Valley Forge, PA (December 5, 2009)…Michael brothers, Curt and Sean, are teaming up once again—this time for the Bill Gallagher-owned #5G URC 360 sprint car team.
Next season, Sean will serve as crew chief and mechanic for his brother Curt. Sean will replace Todd Rittenhouse, who is retiring after 19 years with the team.
“Sean has been instrumental--and inspirational--throughout my entire career, helping me set up my cars and supporting me. I’m looking forward to working with him again,” said Curt. “And of course I want to thank Todd for his many years of service and the championship win in ‘08. I’ve really enjoyed my time working with him. I wish Todd and his family the best.”
Curt and Sean ended last season working together at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, Charlotte, NC, for October’s World of Outlaws World Finals, when Curt was in the seat of the #27 Heffner Racing Enterprises car. Sean had been the main driver of the #27 until a devastating crash last May sidelined him for the remainder of the season. Still recuperating from a shattered knee, Sean will drive select races for Heffner Racing next season, providing they don’t conflict with the #5G schedule. No word on who will pilot the #27 full time.
“I’ve always been involved with prepping my race cars, but while rebuilding the #27 during my recuperation, I realized that I enjoyed working on the cars almost as much as driving them,” said Sean. “Curt and I have raced together and worked together and I look forward to doing so again. We’re both grateful to Bill for giving us the opportunity.”
Sean is a former URC champion himself and Curt says having his brother on the team is comforting for a number of reasons.
“Sean has always been mechanically inclined; he can weld and drive the truck and trailer, so the equipment will be well taken care of. I won’t have to worry about anything,” Curt stated.
For more information about Curt Michael and the #5G team, go to www.CurtMichael.com or call 302-537-9253.
About the Bill Gallagher #5G Team
The Bill Gallagher #5G team is a Valley Forge-based, 360 sprint car team, owned by Bill Gallagher. The team, piloted by Curt Michael, competes in the URC series. Michael, a six-time URC champion, joined the team in 07-08, securing the championship in the team’s first year together. Sponsors for the #5G are Valley Forge, Inc., GEI Enterprises, Heffner Racing Enterprises, Lelands.com, Kruger Trailers, Seaford DE Harley-Davidson, Dick Feeser Realtor, K&N Air Filters.
Valley Forge, PA (December 5, 2009)…Michael brothers, Curt and Sean, are teaming up once again—this time for the Bill Gallagher-owned #5G URC 360 sprint car team.
Next season, Sean will serve as crew chief and mechanic for his brother Curt. Sean will replace Todd Rittenhouse, who is retiring after 19 years with the team.
“Sean has been instrumental--and inspirational--throughout my entire career, helping me set up my cars and supporting me. I’m looking forward to working with him again,” said Curt. “And of course I want to thank Todd for his many years of service and the championship win in ‘08. I’ve really enjoyed my time working with him. I wish Todd and his family the best.”
Curt and Sean ended last season working together at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, Charlotte, NC, for October’s World of Outlaws World Finals, when Curt was in the seat of the #27 Heffner Racing Enterprises car. Sean had been the main driver of the #27 until a devastating crash last May sidelined him for the remainder of the season. Still recuperating from a shattered knee, Sean will drive select races for Heffner Racing next season, providing they don’t conflict with the #5G schedule. No word on who will pilot the #27 full time.
“I’ve always been involved with prepping my race cars, but while rebuilding the #27 during my recuperation, I realized that I enjoyed working on the cars almost as much as driving them,” said Sean. “Curt and I have raced together and worked together and I look forward to doing so again. We’re both grateful to Bill for giving us the opportunity.”
Sean is a former URC champion himself and Curt says having his brother on the team is comforting for a number of reasons.
“Sean has always been mechanically inclined; he can weld and drive the truck and trailer, so the equipment will be well taken care of. I won’t have to worry about anything,” Curt stated.
For more information about Curt Michael and the #5G team, go to www.CurtMichael.com or call 302-537-9253.
About the Bill Gallagher #5G Team
The Bill Gallagher #5G team is a Valley Forge-based, 360 sprint car team, owned by Bill Gallagher. The team, piloted by Curt Michael, competes in the URC series. Michael, a six-time URC champion, joined the team in 07-08, securing the championship in the team’s first year together. Sponsors for the #5G are Valley Forge, Inc., GEI Enterprises, Heffner Racing Enterprises, Lelands.com, Kruger Trailers, Seaford DE Harley-Davidson, Dick Feeser Realtor, K&N Air Filters.
H&H MOTORSPORTS, KQW, AND GILMORE FLOORS PARTNER TO PRESENT SECOND SEASON OF “TURN 5” FOR DRIVERS AND FANS
December 4, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Franklin PA…Tri-City Speedway’s popular pre-race radio show, “Turn 5”, returns to the fast half-mile track for the 2010 race season with help from first-time track sponsor, Gilmore Floors.
Today, Gilmore Floors, a licensed contractor for commercial and residential properties serving the Western PA area, was announced as the Official 2010 Sponsor of the popular KQW 96.3FM pre-race radio show, “Turn 5” for its second season at the track and on-air.
“Turn 5” began as an idea at the beginning of the 2009 race season between Tri-City Speedway owner, Rich Hetrick and KQW Sports Director, Joe Lodanosky. The FM show concentrates on entertaining race fans with up-close and personal driver interviews and getting the drivers publicity and airtime to talk about their rivals, point standings, sponsors, and dirt track racing in general.
“The original idea was to have a pre-race show a few times at the track to get drivers on the air and their voices into the stands,” said H&H Motorsports owner Rich Hetrick. The positive responses from the drivers, sponsors, and the fans were so significant that H&H and KQW decided to host the show at the track every racing Sunday.
With captivating co-hosts Joe Lodanosky, Sports Director at KQW, and Brian Spaid, Track Announcer at Tri-City Speedway, “Turn 5” was a hit the first night it aired. “It’s a hit not only on air, but in the grandstands and pit area at the track as well. It’s the unique combination of personalities between Joe, Brian, and the drivers that keep the crowd listening and the audience tuning in,” said Hetrick.
“Turn 5” is an original and important asset to Tri-City Speedway. H&H is pleased to welcome Gilmore Floors into the action.
For more information, please visit www.tricityspeedway.com or contact the track office at (814) 676-3000.
Tri-City Speedway is owned and operated by H&H Motorsports promoting Sunday night racing at the popular facility. The DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, FASTRAK Late Models, E Mods, and Pro Stocks race each week at the Venango County half-mile dirt oval. Tri-City is located seven miles north of Franklin, Pa., off State Route 417.
Kristen Edelmann
Marketing Director
H&H Motorsports, Tri-City Speedway
phone: 814-676-3000
fax: 814-677-9283
kristenedelmann@hotmail.com
www.tricityspeedway.com
Franklin PA…Tri-City Speedway’s popular pre-race radio show, “Turn 5”, returns to the fast half-mile track for the 2010 race season with help from first-time track sponsor, Gilmore Floors.
Today, Gilmore Floors, a licensed contractor for commercial and residential properties serving the Western PA area, was announced as the Official 2010 Sponsor of the popular KQW 96.3FM pre-race radio show, “Turn 5” for its second season at the track and on-air.
“Turn 5” began as an idea at the beginning of the 2009 race season between Tri-City Speedway owner, Rich Hetrick and KQW Sports Director, Joe Lodanosky. The FM show concentrates on entertaining race fans with up-close and personal driver interviews and getting the drivers publicity and airtime to talk about their rivals, point standings, sponsors, and dirt track racing in general.
“The original idea was to have a pre-race show a few times at the track to get drivers on the air and their voices into the stands,” said H&H Motorsports owner Rich Hetrick. The positive responses from the drivers, sponsors, and the fans were so significant that H&H and KQW decided to host the show at the track every racing Sunday.
With captivating co-hosts Joe Lodanosky, Sports Director at KQW, and Brian Spaid, Track Announcer at Tri-City Speedway, “Turn 5” was a hit the first night it aired. “It’s a hit not only on air, but in the grandstands and pit area at the track as well. It’s the unique combination of personalities between Joe, Brian, and the drivers that keep the crowd listening and the audience tuning in,” said Hetrick.
“Turn 5” is an original and important asset to Tri-City Speedway. H&H is pleased to welcome Gilmore Floors into the action.
For more information, please visit www.tricityspeedway.com or contact the track office at (814) 676-3000.
Tri-City Speedway is owned and operated by H&H Motorsports promoting Sunday night racing at the popular facility. The DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, FASTRAK Late Models, E Mods, and Pro Stocks race each week at the Venango County half-mile dirt oval. Tri-City is located seven miles north of Franklin, Pa., off State Route 417.
Kristen Edelmann
Marketing Director
H&H Motorsports, Tri-City Speedway
phone: 814-676-3000
fax: 814-677-9283
kristenedelmann@hotmail.com
www.tricityspeedway.com
K-C Raceway honors champions
By Scott Wolfe
WAVERLY, OHIO- Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway near Chillicothe, Ohio honored its 2009 champions and top ten in points recently with a fine meal and awards banquet at the Waverly American Legion Post. Crowned champions in the various divisions were Jimmy Nier, Piketon, Ohio 410 Sprints; Delmas Conley, Wheelersburg, Ohio, Late Models; Rick Hensley, Oak Hill, Advanced Services Modifieds; and Bruce Gray, Jr., Chillicothe, Hobby Stocks.
Rounding out the top ten in 410 Sprint points were Jimmy Nier, 385, Track Champion; Danny Smith, 337; Jimmy Stinson, 336; Aaron Higgins, 321; Josh Davis, 295; Mark Imler, 279; Keith Baxter,270; Adam Strausser, 243; Alec Martin, 229; and Cole Duncan 227. In the Late Models behind champion Delmas Conley,487; were Eddie Carrier, Jr., 399; Bart Hartman, 335; Jason Montgomery, 322; Greggie Oliver, 257; Ben Adkins, 227; Keith Berner, 222; R. J. Conley, 221; Barry Doss, 219; and Rod Conley, 216.
In the Advanced Services Modified division the 2009 champion was Rick Hensley, 644; Fireball Pinkerton, 573; Brian Whiteman, 528; Bob Crace, Jr., 489; Adam Lawson, 437; Jamey Adams, 422; Sean Schobelock, 392; Jason Cottrill, 379; Fred Hardbarger, 376; and Jason Montgomery, 348. In the Hobby Stock division behind 2009 Champ Bruce Gray, Jr., 532, was Jamie Adams, 512; Jayme Dailey, 506; Joe Williams, 503; Tommy Mossbarger, 468; Richard Trego, 434; Brandon Thompson, 424; Tracey Ross, 388; Jason Holstein, 341; and Warren Ison, 320.
In addition to banquet honors Jeff Schrader announced that K-C would be going with the Goodyear Tire rule in the 410 Sprint Car division in 2010, while signing on with the AMRA sanction for both the Modified and Late Model Divisions. Bazell Oil and Race Fuels was named as the title sponsor for the 2010 Points' series.
Announcer Bruce Hines served as Master of Ceremonies of the event and announced other award winners for the evening. John Arthurs was named Most Improved in the Late Model division; Alec Martin in the 410 Sprint Division was named as the Rookie of the Year for all divisions; Brandi Bower was named Most Improved in the 410 Sprints; Hoyt Reynolds was Most Improved in the Modifieds; Tracy Ross was Most Improved in the Hobby Stocks; and veteran Bud Frazier was named the winner of the Eldon Shoemaker Award for class, longevity and competitivness,loyalty, honor, and promotion of the sport of racing.
K-C plans to open its gates in 2010 in early to mid-April. For upcoming information please visit the K-C Raceway website at www.kc-raceway.com
WAVERLY, OHIO- Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway near Chillicothe, Ohio honored its 2009 champions and top ten in points recently with a fine meal and awards banquet at the Waverly American Legion Post. Crowned champions in the various divisions were Jimmy Nier, Piketon, Ohio 410 Sprints; Delmas Conley, Wheelersburg, Ohio, Late Models; Rick Hensley, Oak Hill, Advanced Services Modifieds; and Bruce Gray, Jr., Chillicothe, Hobby Stocks.
Rounding out the top ten in 410 Sprint points were Jimmy Nier, 385, Track Champion; Danny Smith, 337; Jimmy Stinson, 336; Aaron Higgins, 321; Josh Davis, 295; Mark Imler, 279; Keith Baxter,270; Adam Strausser, 243; Alec Martin, 229; and Cole Duncan 227. In the Late Models behind champion Delmas Conley,487; were Eddie Carrier, Jr., 399; Bart Hartman, 335; Jason Montgomery, 322; Greggie Oliver, 257; Ben Adkins, 227; Keith Berner, 222; R. J. Conley, 221; Barry Doss, 219; and Rod Conley, 216.
In the Advanced Services Modified division the 2009 champion was Rick Hensley, 644; Fireball Pinkerton, 573; Brian Whiteman, 528; Bob Crace, Jr., 489; Adam Lawson, 437; Jamey Adams, 422; Sean Schobelock, 392; Jason Cottrill, 379; Fred Hardbarger, 376; and Jason Montgomery, 348. In the Hobby Stock division behind 2009 Champ Bruce Gray, Jr., 532, was Jamie Adams, 512; Jayme Dailey, 506; Joe Williams, 503; Tommy Mossbarger, 468; Richard Trego, 434; Brandon Thompson, 424; Tracey Ross, 388; Jason Holstein, 341; and Warren Ison, 320.
In addition to banquet honors Jeff Schrader announced that K-C would be going with the Goodyear Tire rule in the 410 Sprint Car division in 2010, while signing on with the AMRA sanction for both the Modified and Late Model Divisions. Bazell Oil and Race Fuels was named as the title sponsor for the 2010 Points' series.
Announcer Bruce Hines served as Master of Ceremonies of the event and announced other award winners for the evening. John Arthurs was named Most Improved in the Late Model division; Alec Martin in the 410 Sprint Division was named as the Rookie of the Year for all divisions; Brandi Bower was named Most Improved in the 410 Sprints; Hoyt Reynolds was Most Improved in the Modifieds; Tracy Ross was Most Improved in the Hobby Stocks; and veteran Bud Frazier was named the winner of the Eldon Shoemaker Award for class, longevity and competitivness,loyalty, honor, and promotion of the sport of racing.
K-C plans to open its gates in 2010 in early to mid-April. For upcoming information please visit the K-C Raceway website at www.kc-raceway.com
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Dewease leaves 30c team
As the 2009 season winds down, teams will be making changes in an effort to improve their level of success for the coming season. Personnel changes are a part of the sprint car game, and the 30c team and crew chief Kirk Dewease have decided that a change was necessary. The split between the two is an amicable one with both sides mutually agreeing to go their separate ways.
The change opens up opportunities for both parties. Kirk Dewease is an established talent behind the wrench, and is pursuing options that could allow him to work for another top race team. The 30c team is a contender at any event, and will be looking to fill the void left by Kirk’s departure.
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The change opens up opportunities for both parties. Kirk Dewease is an established talent behind the wrench, and is pursuing options that could allow him to work for another top race team. The 30c team is a contender at any event, and will be looking to fill the void left by Kirk’s departure.
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Tuesday, October 06, 2009
How Speed Camera Detectors Keep You Under Police Radar
Today’s radar detector technology helps drivers of every kind; from the sprinter to the business commuter. With today’s GPS-enabled speed camera detectors, drivers can have the best of GPS tracking in their vehicles along with an alert when approaching photo enforcement devices. These detectors go a step farther than that by also providing long-range radar detection for city driving and highway traveling. Here are the ins and outs of speed camera detectors and how they can work best for any driver on the road today.
Cities and freeways all over the country are utilizing machines to nab speeders and red-light runners. This is a good thing for the safety of everyone on the road. But for the professional driver, it can be a nuisance. As unexpected tickets show up in the mail, the frustration over not knowing what was coming can really add up. These devices are not intended to help drivers beat the law and avoid punishment. However, for the distracted driver, an accidental ticket can be easily avoided by having one of these GPS-enabled speed camera detectors mounted on the dash.
The first way they help is by detecting the radar bands and signals emitted from virtual speed traps. Though they work wonders for detecting police radar as well, the real benefit is protecting you from what you can’t see. Red light cameras and speed cameras can literally be mounted anywhere, even in the most unexpected of places. These speed camera detectors can tell you, well ahead of time, that you are approaching one and will give you the chance to slow down within speed limits (or stop in time for a red light). End result: fewer moving violations.
The next advantage to having a speed camera detector is that these units all come with GPS. Though they don’t work like a Garman does to tell you where to go in order to get somewhere, the unit is tracked by GPS to tell the driver 2 vital things: where the virtual speed traps are and how fast the vehicle is traveling. In units like the Escort Passport 9500ix for instance (the top-rated unit on the market right now), pre-loaded virtual speed trap information is already programmed into the device so that no matter where you are in North America, this unit has you covered.
Even better than that, however, these amazing devices also alert drivers to intersections they are approaching that are known to have either red light cameras or speed detectors installed. This helps drivers avoid going too fast or running right through a red light due to distraction. GPS detectors use Global Positioning Systems to also track how fast a vehicle is traveling. The unit alerts the driver when they are approaching a speed trap and briefly shows how fast they were traveling at the time of the alert. Drivers can add new speed trap locations and red light cameras into the database and it will remember that area and alert the driver from that point on.
Though there are many GPS detectors on the market today, some work better than others. Knowing what features to look for can help you make the very best choice for your particular needs on the road.
Cities and freeways all over the country are utilizing machines to nab speeders and red-light runners. This is a good thing for the safety of everyone on the road. But for the professional driver, it can be a nuisance. As unexpected tickets show up in the mail, the frustration over not knowing what was coming can really add up. These devices are not intended to help drivers beat the law and avoid punishment. However, for the distracted driver, an accidental ticket can be easily avoided by having one of these GPS-enabled speed camera detectors mounted on the dash.
The first way they help is by detecting the radar bands and signals emitted from virtual speed traps. Though they work wonders for detecting police radar as well, the real benefit is protecting you from what you can’t see. Red light cameras and speed cameras can literally be mounted anywhere, even in the most unexpected of places. These speed camera detectors can tell you, well ahead of time, that you are approaching one and will give you the chance to slow down within speed limits (or stop in time for a red light). End result: fewer moving violations.
The next advantage to having a speed camera detector is that these units all come with GPS. Though they don’t work like a Garman does to tell you where to go in order to get somewhere, the unit is tracked by GPS to tell the driver 2 vital things: where the virtual speed traps are and how fast the vehicle is traveling. In units like the Escort Passport 9500ix for instance (the top-rated unit on the market right now), pre-loaded virtual speed trap information is already programmed into the device so that no matter where you are in North America, this unit has you covered.
Even better than that, however, these amazing devices also alert drivers to intersections they are approaching that are known to have either red light cameras or speed detectors installed. This helps drivers avoid going too fast or running right through a red light due to distraction. GPS detectors use Global Positioning Systems to also track how fast a vehicle is traveling. The unit alerts the driver when they are approaching a speed trap and briefly shows how fast they were traveling at the time of the alert. Drivers can add new speed trap locations and red light cameras into the database and it will remember that area and alert the driver from that point on.
Though there are many GPS detectors on the market today, some work better than others. Knowing what features to look for can help you make the very best choice for your particular needs on the road.
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
Sept 20th Tri-City Speedway is hosting the Sprint Hall of Fame Classic!!
There were 2 qualifiers leading up to this event and the winners of the qualifiers will get provisional starts and/or if they qualify for the Hall of Fame Classic race, that provisional will be moved down through the top ten as needed or until a driver can use the provisional start. Rules will follow All Star Sprint procedures, with the exception of open wing.
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410 SPRINTS TO BATTLE AT RACEWAY 7 FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 2003
410 SPRINTS TO BATTLE AT RACEWAY 7 FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 2003
by Jim Balentine
For the first time since Gary Kreiss Jr. won the York Sprint feature on September 5th 2003, the alcohol burning mud slinging 410 SPRINT CARS will return to RACEWAY 7 as part of the OPEN WHEEL SHOOTOUT on FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25th 2009. The event will pay $2,000 to win with $150 to start and all non qualifiers will get $100 tow money.
Also on the card will be the return of the DAVE BLANEY founded LIMITED SPRINT division which races weekly at SHARON SPEEDWAY and specials at surrounding tracks. The always exciting EMODS will compete in a $1,000 to win show along with the MINI STOCKS and ENDURO STOCKS. All three will be point events.
"We have been trying to get the 410 SPRINTS back up to 7 for many years", says track announcer Jim Balentine, and with big events that Friday at McKean County and also MERCER we thought it was the perfect time to do this. Plus since ATTICA is done , and LERNERVILLE has a show in October it will be a perfect opportunity to show the Northern Ohio/ NW Pa crowd what 410 Sprint car racing is all about. TROY PRESTON set the all time track record in 2003 with a lap of 15.468 which is 2 mph faster than the SUPER LATE record..so they do fly around the place pretty well."
The LIMITED SPRINTS now in their sixth year of competition were founded by DAVE and DALE BLANEY as a cost effective way for someone to get into the driver's seat and not spend alot of money. The class run a spec motor and right rear spec tire and smaller spec wings and their big brothers."the competiton is real close in this division", says Balentine, " they are only 2 seconds slower than the 410s ..but the field rarely gets spread out and very few times are cars lapped....plus there have been over six different winners at Sharon alone this year...and that makes for exciting racing." Guy Griffin and Rob Felix piked up the last two races last year. The LIMITED SPRINT track record is 17.994 set by Eric Williams in 2007 wich is almost the same track record for the EMOD division.
Probable entires for the 410 Sprint event include MERCER and LERNERVILLE track champ Rod George, SHARON champ JACK SODEMAN JR., all time LERNERVILLE and SHARON SPRINT winner ED LYNCH JR., multi time track champ BOB FELMLEE plus young guns DANNY HOLTGRAVER,CARL BOWSER and others.
Entries for the LIMITED SPRINTS will be multi time winners BRANDON SPITHALER, ROB FELIX, and JIM MORRIS. Others include SHARON rookie of the year ADAM KEKICH, NICK MILLER, and JASON SCOVILLE.
The FASTRAK LATE MODELS and the STOCKS will have the night off to compete elsewhere.
The EMODS will race for $1,000 to win in a point night as well as the MINI STOCKS and the ENDURO STOCKS.
ADULTS GEN ADM WILL BE $15.00 - KIDS 6-12 -$5.00 6 AND UNDER FREE -PITS $25
TRANSPONDERS ARE REQUIRED AND RACECEIVERS ARE RECOMMENED FOR BOTH SPRINT DIVISIONS. PAY WILL BE IN CASH AT THE MAI NTICKET BOOTH AFTER THE RACES.
For media credentials both press and photo please email JIM BALENTINE at jbalentine@roadrunner.com with what paper or magazine you are representing.
GATES OPEN 5:00 RACING AT 8:00Raceway 7 is located six miles south of Interstate 90, on Ohio RACEWAY 7 is located just south of Monroe Center (and Bushnell), Ohio on ST RT 7 6 miles south of I-90. . For more information check out www.raceway7.com, call 440-594-2222 on race day, or email twcklff@netzero.com.
by Jim Balentine
For the first time since Gary Kreiss Jr. won the York Sprint feature on September 5th 2003, the alcohol burning mud slinging 410 SPRINT CARS will return to RACEWAY 7 as part of the OPEN WHEEL SHOOTOUT on FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25th 2009. The event will pay $2,000 to win with $150 to start and all non qualifiers will get $100 tow money.
Also on the card will be the return of the DAVE BLANEY founded LIMITED SPRINT division which races weekly at SHARON SPEEDWAY and specials at surrounding tracks. The always exciting EMODS will compete in a $1,000 to win show along with the MINI STOCKS and ENDURO STOCKS. All three will be point events.
"We have been trying to get the 410 SPRINTS back up to 7 for many years", says track announcer Jim Balentine, and with big events that Friday at McKean County and also MERCER we thought it was the perfect time to do this. Plus since ATTICA is done , and LERNERVILLE has a show in October it will be a perfect opportunity to show the Northern Ohio/ NW Pa crowd what 410 Sprint car racing is all about. TROY PRESTON set the all time track record in 2003 with a lap of 15.468 which is 2 mph faster than the SUPER LATE record..so they do fly around the place pretty well."
The LIMITED SPRINTS now in their sixth year of competition were founded by DAVE and DALE BLANEY as a cost effective way for someone to get into the driver's seat and not spend alot of money. The class run a spec motor and right rear spec tire and smaller spec wings and their big brothers."the competiton is real close in this division", says Balentine, " they are only 2 seconds slower than the 410s ..but the field rarely gets spread out and very few times are cars lapped....plus there have been over six different winners at Sharon alone this year...and that makes for exciting racing." Guy Griffin and Rob Felix piked up the last two races last year. The LIMITED SPRINT track record is 17.994 set by Eric Williams in 2007 wich is almost the same track record for the EMOD division.
Probable entires for the 410 Sprint event include MERCER and LERNERVILLE track champ Rod George, SHARON champ JACK SODEMAN JR., all time LERNERVILLE and SHARON SPRINT winner ED LYNCH JR., multi time track champ BOB FELMLEE plus young guns DANNY HOLTGRAVER,CARL BOWSER and others.
Entries for the LIMITED SPRINTS will be multi time winners BRANDON SPITHALER, ROB FELIX, and JIM MORRIS. Others include SHARON rookie of the year ADAM KEKICH, NICK MILLER, and JASON SCOVILLE.
The FASTRAK LATE MODELS and the STOCKS will have the night off to compete elsewhere.
The EMODS will race for $1,000 to win in a point night as well as the MINI STOCKS and the ENDURO STOCKS.
ADULTS GEN ADM WILL BE $15.00 - KIDS 6-12 -$5.00 6 AND UNDER FREE -PITS $25
TRANSPONDERS ARE REQUIRED AND RACECEIVERS ARE RECOMMENED FOR BOTH SPRINT DIVISIONS. PAY WILL BE IN CASH AT THE MAI NTICKET BOOTH AFTER THE RACES.
For media credentials both press and photo please email JIM BALENTINE at jbalentine@roadrunner.com with what paper or magazine you are representing.
GATES OPEN 5:00 RACING AT 8:00Raceway 7 is located six miles south of Interstate 90, on Ohio RACEWAY 7 is located just south of Monroe Center (and Bushnell), Ohio on ST RT 7 6 miles south of I-90. . For more information check out www.raceway7.com, call 440-594-2222 on race day, or email twcklff@netzero.com.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
WPSU'S "DIRT TRACK MEMORIES" DUSTS OFF OLD RACING STORIES
Pennsylvania's dirt track scene still vibrant after all these years
University Park, Pa. (August 25, 2009) – All members of the Perigo family have racecar driving in their blood. They can taste victory in the grit that kicks up on the track. They stick together as a team, with each person assigned a different responsibility. Dirt track racing spans three generations in this family from Somerset County. And they have spent countless hours over the past several decades fine-tuning their skills, and simply tuning up their cars.
For more than 100 years, regular folks have challenged each other on the dusty dirt racetracks in Pennsylvania – to see who can maneuver the turns and accelerate through the straightaways faster than the other drivers. "Dirt Track Memories," a new documentary from Penn State Public Broadcasting, will introduce you to the Perigo family. It will also steer you down memory lane as the drivers approach victory lane.
"I found dirt track to be very exciting not only on the track, but the people involved in it. Most of the racers are families and friends who have been racing for years," Charlie Gudeman, Penn State Public Broadcasting senior producer-director, said. " The fans are also great. They look forward to the racing every week. They are very loyal to the favorite drivers and the tracks."
The show will air on WPSU-TV in the Altoona/Johnstown/State College media market on Tuesday, September 8 at 8 p.m. as part of the September pledge drive. It will re-air several times throughout the fall months. The show will also air on Pennsylvania’s seven other public television stations over the next few months. Check local listings for dates and times.
Back in the old days, racing was much simpler and relatively inexpensive. It also was part of the social life of many small towns. Once or twice a week, the local racetrack would come to life with the sound of roaring engines, the aroma of fuel and rubber, and the competition of dirt track auto racing. The crowds came to root for their favorite car or driver. It may have been a friend or a family member, but no matter who it was, the same passion existed in the stands as on the track and in the pits.
"Dirt Track Memories" features drivers who reminisce about the old days and historians who provide the background of dirt track auto racing in the commonwealth. The program includes lots of vintage footage and interviews with the thrill-seekers who lived to tell the stories!
"The noise, the crowds, the racing teams, and mud flying at you are just part of what makes local Pennsylvania racing so much fun." Gudeman said.
WPSU serves central Pennsylvania with programming, educational services and community outreach. Its public media services produce, acquire and distribute programs that address local interests and reflect the diverse cultural, political, geographic and demographic characteristics of an audience within central Pennsylvania.
University Park, Pa. (August 25, 2009) – All members of the Perigo family have racecar driving in their blood. They can taste victory in the grit that kicks up on the track. They stick together as a team, with each person assigned a different responsibility. Dirt track racing spans three generations in this family from Somerset County. And they have spent countless hours over the past several decades fine-tuning their skills, and simply tuning up their cars.
For more than 100 years, regular folks have challenged each other on the dusty dirt racetracks in Pennsylvania – to see who can maneuver the turns and accelerate through the straightaways faster than the other drivers. "Dirt Track Memories," a new documentary from Penn State Public Broadcasting, will introduce you to the Perigo family. It will also steer you down memory lane as the drivers approach victory lane.
"I found dirt track to be very exciting not only on the track, but the people involved in it. Most of the racers are families and friends who have been racing for years," Charlie Gudeman, Penn State Public Broadcasting senior producer-director, said. " The fans are also great. They look forward to the racing every week. They are very loyal to the favorite drivers and the tracks."
The show will air on WPSU-TV in the Altoona/Johnstown/State College media market on Tuesday, September 8 at 8 p.m. as part of the September pledge drive. It will re-air several times throughout the fall months. The show will also air on Pennsylvania’s seven other public television stations over the next few months. Check local listings for dates and times.
Back in the old days, racing was much simpler and relatively inexpensive. It also was part of the social life of many small towns. Once or twice a week, the local racetrack would come to life with the sound of roaring engines, the aroma of fuel and rubber, and the competition of dirt track auto racing. The crowds came to root for their favorite car or driver. It may have been a friend or a family member, but no matter who it was, the same passion existed in the stands as on the track and in the pits.
"Dirt Track Memories" features drivers who reminisce about the old days and historians who provide the background of dirt track auto racing in the commonwealth. The program includes lots of vintage footage and interviews with the thrill-seekers who lived to tell the stories!
"The noise, the crowds, the racing teams, and mud flying at you are just part of what makes local Pennsylvania racing so much fun." Gudeman said.
WPSU serves central Pennsylvania with programming, educational services and community outreach. Its public media services produce, acquire and distribute programs that address local interests and reflect the diverse cultural, political, geographic and demographic characteristics of an audience within central Pennsylvania.
Mercer Raceway Park announces blockbuster 9/12/09 event
MERCER ANNOUNCES BLOCKBUSTER EVENT FOR SEPTEMBER 12; BIG-BLOCK MODIFIEDS TO JOIN WESTERN PA SPRINT CHAMPIONSHIP ALONG WITH FASTRAK NE LATE MODEL TOURING SERIES
By Mike Leone
August 24, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mercer, PA.The region's most historical Sprint Car event is drawing near. The "Western PA Sprint Championship" is returning to Mercer Raceway Park on Saturday, September 12. The event, which already also includes the FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Touring Series, has just gotten even bigger! Mercer Raceway Park is thrilled to announce that the Big-Block Modifieds, whose roots date back to the early coupe days in the 1950s, have been added making this a true blockbuster event featuring the three top classes of cars all on the same night!
"The Western PA Sprint Championship has been a long-standing traditional event at Mercer," described 11th year owner Vicki Emig. "Last year we decided to include a FASTRAK Late Model Touring Series event on this night, but unfortunately the show was rained out. Following on the heels of the successful Bill Emig Memorial and BRP Tour events, we decided to bring the Big-Block Modifieds back once again and include an increased purse event for our Mini Stocks. This event will now take on even more prominence featuring four divisions that have deep roots at Mercer."
The Western PA Sprint Championship dates back to 1966 at Mercer and has seen drivers like Jan Opperman, Kenny Weld, Lynn Paxton, Bobby Allen, Ralph Quarterson, Lou Blaney, Johnny Beaber, Buddy Cochran, Ed Lynch, Jr., and Brian Ellenberger victorious.a who's who of Sprint Car racing. The 1978 event was sanctioned by the World of Outlaws and the 1981 and 1982 shows carried the All Stars sanction.
This year's event will be the richest non-sanctioned race of the season at Mercer with $2,000 on the line. The Sprint Car counts have been very strong all season long averaging nearly a full field and 75 different cars competing this season. Just last Saturday night, Carl Bowser topped a 30-car field for the $1,500 win and another strong contingent will be expected with no other regional Sprint Car races the entire weekend.
What can you say about the Big-Block Modifieds!? The ground-pounders have thrilled fans for over 50 years at The Park with racers like Ralph Quarterson, Lou Blaney, Yip Robinson, Vic George, Ed Schaffer, and many others. Today, Tommy Kristyak carries 105 wins on his resume at Mercer and will be joined by hard chargers Andy Priest and Steve Young, who have 39 and 26 Modified wins respectively. This event will again pay $1,500 for the 25-lap feature and is expected to draw in many regional Big-Block and Small-Block Modified standouts.
The Big-Block Modifieds have put on some tremendous racing in their three events this season with three different winners in Rex King, Jeremiah Shingledecker, and Del Rougeux, Jr. Car counts have been excellent with 36 and 37 at the BRP Tour events respectively and a total of 35 different competitors over the two nights the Bill Emig Memorial was scheduled.
"While the Big-Block Modifieds is the billing, I am confident that our Mercer 358 small blocks can win on any given occasion," stated Emig. "They have fought tooth and nail in all of the big-block events dating back to last season. In fact, they won all three heats on both the Bill Emig Memorial Nights and the B main along with capturing four of the top six spots in the feature. The size of our track is so conducive to good, hard Modified racing at its best."
The FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Touring Series is in its third year of existence and keeps getting stronger and stronger with over 150 competing teams in the region alone. Drivers like David Scott, Mike Blose, Max Blair, Mike Pegher, Jr., Bobby Powell, Gary Knollinger, Tom Snyder, Jr., and others are some of the toughest FASTRAK competitors in the country! They'll all be at Mercer on September 12 along with a bevy of other racers as the 2009 Touring Series slate heads into the homestretch through the month of September before wrapping up three weeks later with Night 1 of the Grand Nationals right back at Mercer. Touring events this season have averaged over 30 cars with seven different winners in 11 events. The 25-lap feature will pay $1,200 to-win.
Not to be outdone, the Mini Stocks will round out this blockbuster program; and rightfully so as their history dates back into the 1970s and their rebirth at Mercer has been strong with 52 different cars competing this season. Fresh off two excellent features with a total of only two cautions and 27 cars competing last Saturday night, the purse has been upped for this event. With the recent announcement of a starting field of up to 30 cars, the 15-lap feature on the 12th will pay down 15 spots with $100 going to the victor.
"I'm so proud of our Mini Stock division," explained Emig. "They are fierce competitors on the track and the best of friends off the track. The camaraderie amongst the group is so evident in the Leland Haylett Memorial. They are a loyal group of racers and this will be their final tune-up before their first ever two complete shows at the Little Guy Nationals two weeks later."
Not to be forgotten is the fact that September 12 will be the final night of points for the Luxaire Heating & Cooling Sprint Cars, 4 Your Car Connection FASTRAK Late Models, and the M&D Paving Mini Stocks as it's just a little more incentive on the line in this classic Mercer Raceway Park event!
The Big-Block Modifieds will fill the void left by the open Stock Cars and Mod Lites that have big events for their divisions during the weekend. The Stock Cars will be competing in their biggest event of the season at Lernerville Speedway as part of their "Autumotive Fest" and the Mod Lites at Merrittville Speedway in the prestigious "Rose Webber Memorial" and also at Lernerville the night before.
"At the beginning of the season these were open dates for both of the divisions," explained Emig. "The Rose Webber ended up moving back a week due to the calendar change and Lernerville had to change the date of their Automotive Fest due to a conflict with their concert. Many of our racers annually compete in these events and felt it was in the best interest of all parties to release these divisions on this night. The previously scheduled Ken Carbone Memorial for the open Stock Cars will now move to the Friday night of the Little Guy Nationals. We know many of you are still awaiting news on some changes to our Little Guy Nationals and that will be released very soon."
This blockbuster event featuring the three top divisions will remain a fan-friendly admission price of just $15 for adults and $35 for a Family Pass!
Mercer Raceway Park is a 3/8-mile dirt track located minutes from both Interstate 79 and 80 just off Route 19 on Fairground Road in Mercer, Pa. Dirt track racing and quality family entertainment are presented weekly late March through early October. The office in New Bedford, Pa. is open year-round late mornings and after 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information call the office at 724-964-9300 or the track on race day at 724-662-1310. Check out our website at www.mercerracewaypark.com for the latest. Text the word "MERCER" to 29222 for race event and special family and discounted promotions
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