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Race officials announce tire rule for Buckeye 100 and inclement weather policy/procedure
By: Ryan Pearson
Orrville, Ohio (April 4, 2013)...NAPA Auto Parts Promoter Jason Flory and World of Outlaw Late Model Series Director Tim Christman recently met and are set to announce tire rule for the upcoming highly anticipated Buckeye 100 featuring the World of Outlaw Late Models.
"With the economy in mind Tim and I decided to implement a tire rule for the Buckeye 100. We feel this will benefit everyone not just the local racer" stated Flory. "We are really excited and have been working hard in preparation for the season. This is one additional thing we felt was needed to be done to help everyone." Flory continued.
For the Buckeye 100 the only tires permitted must durometer thirty (30) points or harder. This rule is in effect for all four tires, both front and rears. The aforementioned policy is in line with NAPA Auto Parts Wayne County Speedway weekly tire rule.
In case of inclement weather and the Friday night portion is cancelled the race will then be ran as a one day show featuring the World of Outlaw Late Models with racers going for twelve thousand dollars ($12,000.00) to win. In case this policy is needed the general admission gate price will be thirty dollars ($30.00) and pit gate admission being forty five dollars ($45.00). Children admission prices remain the same with ages six through twelve general admission being fifteen ($15). For the presale two day package the difference will be refunded to those ticket holders. If both days are cancelled then a full refund will be issued to the presale ticketholders.
"We don't want to think of this as an option but we do need to be prepared incase Mother Nature does not cooperate with the running of the Buckeye 100" said Flory. "This is the typical policy of the World of Outlaw Late Models and we feel this does offer a viable option incase its needed" Flory continued.
Fans can assure themselves prime seating in Wayne County's grandstand for the Buckeye 100. The advance tickets - priced at $50 for adults and $15 for children ages 6-12 - can be purchased using a credit card (with a 3% service charge) by calling the track office at 330-465-2365 or e-mailing Kristin Flory at Kristinu2@yahoo.com.
The Buckeye 100 weekend will kick off on Fri., April 12, with time trials and qualifying heats for the WoO LMS and the Renegades of Dirt Modifieds plus a full program of WCS Super Stock racing. The grand finale on Sat., April 13, will include WoO LMS B-Mains and the Buckeye 100; Renegades of Dirt Modifieds consolations and a 40-lap feature paying $4,000 to win; and another complete WCS Super Stock card.
The weekend will also include an open practice night on Thurs., April 11, an autograph session with WoO LMS drivers prior to Saturday night's action and other attractions.
General admission ticket prices for the Buckeye 100 weekend will be $20 on Fri., April 12, and $30 on Sat., April 13, with kids 6-12 charged $5 on Friday and $10 on Saturday. Children 5-and-under will be admitted free of charge all weekend, and all fans will have the opportunity to watch Thursday's practice for free from the grandstand.
Pit passes will be $20 on Thursday, $30 on Friday and $40 on Saturday, with two-day (Friday/Saturday) bands available for $65 and three-day weekend passes sold for $80
For additional information contact Jason or Kristin Flory at: 330-465-2365, or email at kristinu2@yahoo.com. For news, updates and schedule visit the Wayne County Speedway website at www.waynecountyspeedway.com. Wayne County Speedway is located nine miles east of Wooster, or 15 miles west of Massillon on US Rt. 30, then one mile north on Carr Road.
*Information used from World of Outlaw Late Model Series.
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FASTRAK Northeast sanctioning in place for Steel City Stampede Finale
By: Eric Westendorf
Sarver, PA (April 3, 2013) On Sunday, April 14 Lernerville Speedway will run the remaining events of the FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Steel City Stampede event that was rained out after the conclusion of heat races and the dash on October 26, 2012.
All qualified cars that return will retain their qualified position. In the event of some cars not returning, other qualified cars will be moved up to fill the voids. The remaining feature starting positions will be filled through two B mains. Drivers who were present at the original race will start in their respective B main positions.
In the event the car owner of record chooses to replace the original driver with a different driver, car will start scratch ahead of any new cars. In all cases, the original entered car owner will receive prize money.
Any new cars in attendance will be permitted to attempt to qualify by starting in the B mains behind those drivers previously entered. New cars in attendance will draw for starting order in the rear of the B mains.
Show-up points were previously awarded for FASTRAK Northeast Touring competitors, no additional points will be awarded and 2012 Point Standings will not be affected.
This is a continuation of the 2012 FASTRAK event and all 2012 FASTRAK rules will be in effect. The event remains a 30-lap feature paying $2,000-to-win.
B Mains (8 laps if less than 10 cars, 10 laps if 10 or more cars). Top 2 finishers from each B main will transfer to the feature. Additional cars may transfer if additional cars are needed to fill 24-car starting field.
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Chiller Thriller up First at Mercer Raceway Park
By: Lou Long
Mercer, PA (April 3, 2013): This Saturday, April 6, Mercer Raceway Park will host the Chiller Thriller. Race-starved fans will get to see three divisions of full-fendered fury, and more. The headline attraction will be the NDRL's ULMS Late Models, while the FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Series will make its first of two appearances at the speedway. The Mercer Open Stocks will be the other class racing with all wheels covered. But, there is more! The NDRL's UEMS Modifieds will round out the card. The weather forecast is favorable for this event, so come out early to get your favorite seat. Gates will open at 4 p.m. and there will be an autograph session at 6. Racing will start at 7.
"The weather set us back a week," said track manager Frank Benic. "But, we'e been on the track removing the debris left over from the enduro and whatever else accumulated snce then." Confidently, he added, "we'll be ready!"
So will some of the best talent in the region's Late Model ranks. With no other races on tap, Matt Lux, Mike Knight, Keith Barbara and Gregg Satterlee are expected to build upon their past successes at the tricky third-mile. Other northern tier stars, like defending series champion Boom Briggs, will take on Jason Dupont, Greg Oakes, Rich Gardner, Bump Headman, and Doug Eck, to name just a few.
The FASTRAK Late Models will open the Northeast Regional Tour under the direction of FASTRAK founder, Stan Lester. Mercer Raceway Park is located smack dab in the middle of two FASTRAK hotbeds. To the north, there are Raceway 7 and Eriez Speedway, and to the southeast, there are Dog Hollow Speedway and Marion Center Speedway. This will be the perfect place for the clans to gather to battle for bragging rights.
Carl McKinney, the defending UEMS Modified champion is expected to make the short trek up route 79 to get in his first laps of the season. A stout field is expected, including Steve Dixon, who lost out to McKinney by just a single point last season. Perennial favorites Randy Hall, Brent Rhebergen and Rich Michael will come down from the Empire State, and Joel Watson is likely to venture east from his Ohio home. Shawn Shingledecker will be just one of the Pennsylvania stars on hand.
The Open Stocks always attract a number of invaders to Mercer Raceway Park. Tommy Fox and Rusty Martz are just two of the tough ombres likely to challenge two-time defending track champion Rusty Moore. Curtis Bish, Brandon Johnston, Russ Byler and many others will also try to defend their home turf.
Special event ticket pricing will be in effect for the Chiller Thriller. Adult general admission will be $17. Seniors (age 60 and over) will get a two dollar discount at the front gate only. Students will be admitted for $7 and all children (ages 8 and under) are free, as usual. The economical Family Pass will be $35, which is good for two adults and up to four minors of any age. Pit passes will be $30.
If you cannot make it to the track this weekend, April 13 will be the first Saturday Night Live! event of the racing season. That program will consist of Mercer's exciting six divisions: the 410 Sprints, sponsored by Luxaire Heating & Cooling and New Wilmington Motors; the 358 Modifieds presented by Approved Toilet Rentals; the Outlaw Sprint Warriors, hosted by Bonnell's Collision Center; the Stock Cars, racing under the Precise Racing Products banner; the Modified Lites, backed once again by Big Daddy's Speed Center and Rock Concrete; and the Mini Stocks, now supported by Eperthener's Auto Wrecking and Ray's Racing Collectibles.
Remember that alerts regarding cancellations or postponements of racing events at Mercer Raceway Park can be sent directly to your smart phones or other electronic devices. All you need to do is go to the track website, www.mercerracewaypark.com, and click on the icon for RainedOut.com and follow the easy directions to register your device of choice. Or, you can go directly to the website for RainedOut.com and search for Mercer Raceway Park.
About Mercer Raceway Park: 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 from late March through late September. For more information, check out
www.mercerracewaypark.com, www.twitter.com/mercerraceway, or www.facebook.com/mercerracewaypark.
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Sharon Speedway set to go Saturday with 2013 opener
By: Mike Leone
DESPITE COLD, WET WINTER SHARON SPEEDWAY SET TO GO SATURDAY WITH 2013 OPENER; "STEEL VALLEY THUNDER" TO FEATURE 6 DIVISIONS
Hartford, OH...April 6, 2013 Even with snow showers still scattered about and on the heels of a cold, wet winter, all systems are a go for Saturday's 2013 opener at Sharon Speedway! The 84th anniversary season will get underway at 7 p.m. on April 6 featuring Sharon's "Steel Valley Thunder" program consisting of Governor Insurance Agency DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds, Barris Supply RUSH Late Models, Summit Racing Equipment Modifieds, Gibson Insurance Agency Stock Cars, HTMA/Precise Racing Products Econo Mods, and the Deforest Used Parts Mini Stocks.
The planned early season events at Sharon did not get off the ground as the lack of snow in January cancelled the "Circle Track Showdown" Snowmobile races three times and then wet grounds didn't allow for the open practice and "Springduro 150" Enduro to happen the past two weeks.
"Mother Nature hasn't been kind to us, but the nonetheless we're ready to go" stated fourth year General Manager Dave Willoughby. "We were finally able to get on the track late Saturday afternoon and thankfully didn't get the heavy rain they were originally calling for Sunday and Monday. The grounds have begun to dry up and with dry weather forecasted the rest of the week we'll be ready to go Saturday. The early outlook for Saturday looks good with sunshine and 50s."
The Big-Block Modifieds have been one of the headlining divisions at Sharon since the Speedway switched back to dirt in 1981. For the second straight year, the Governor Insurance-sponsored class will be sanctioned by DIRTcar along with Friday night sister track, Lernerville Speedway. Saturday's race will be the first Modified race in the region and the only one scheduled of the weekend.
The late Lou Blaney leads the divisions with five championships and 121 victories. Active racer Rex King has moved up the ladder and now sits second on both championships (4) and wins (39). The next nearest active competitor is Jim Weller, Jr. with 23 wins and two track titles. Defending champion, Dave Murdick, has now won two championships in the past five years to go along with six victories.
The newly formed Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Series will sanction weekly Barris Supply Crate Late Model racing weekly in 2013. The schedule will be highlighted by five Touring events with the first coming up over Memorial Day Weekend in the Saturday-Sunday Bill Emig Memorial "Wild Card Weekend".
In addition to Sharon's point fund, Sharon RUSH member racers will have the ability to compete for the $5,000 to-win Sweeney Weekly Series Championship that pays down 30 positions, the $3,000 to-win Pace Performance "Summer Chase" that pays down 10 positions, and eligible member teenage racers will be battling for the $1,000 to-win "Futures Cup", which also pays 10 positions. Two of the "Futures Cup" racers include Eric Wilson and Clay Ruffo that compete weekly at Sharon.
Sharon has held 45 Crate Late Model events in the short history of the division with 21 different winners. Mike Pegher, Jr. leads the all-time win list at six followed by Joe Martin and Max Blair with five wins apiece. Josh Double won the division's inaugural title in 2011, while Will Thomas III was last year's champion. One driver to keep an eye on this year is third year racer Matt Latta. The Conneaut Lake, Pa. youngster captured two wins and contended for the title last year.
The Summit Racing Equipment Modifieds (formerly E-Mods) have boasted excellent car counts the past two seasons and led the way amongst the six divisions last year. Last season, Joel Watson and Jack Young were about as even as any two racers could possibly be and that resulted in a tie for the championship. What will happen this season!?
The (E) Modifieds joined the weekly card in 1996 and have been part of weekly action ever since. In that period, Alan Dellinger has won 86 features and three championships. No one is anywhere near those wins, but five active racers are in a close battle for second including Scott Stiffler (16), Jeff Johnson (15), Russ Dunn (11), and most recently Joe Watson (11).
The Modifieds have an impressive schedule in 2013 as the UEMS Series will make four appearances (April 20, June 12, July 20, & September 13-14). The first and third events will pay $1,000 to-win, while $2,000 will be up for grabs in the second and fourth shows. Modified racers on Hoosier Tires will not only be eligible for Sharon's weekly point fund, but also the HTMA/Precise Racing Products point fund, which will be back for a second straight year.
Though not always the highest in number, the Stock Cars were one of the most competitive divisions night in and night out with generally eight to ten drivers battling for the win. Gibson Insurance Agency is back again as the divisional sponsor and Tim Burns is set to defend his title. The Greenville, Pa. driver is now a seven-time winner and is a past Sportsman's Speedway Champion as well.
Atop the win list is still Alan Dellinger with 65 victories followed by Rick Prosser, Jr. at 50. Neither racer is a regular in the division in recent years. Third on the win list is four-time champion Steve D'Apolito with 32 wins.
After campaigning nearly two years on the bi-weekly Friday night programs, the Econo Mods moved over the Saturday night program in August 2010 when the Friday shows were dropped. The Econo Mods will be entering their third full season of competition in 2013 and the two-barrel division could easily have the highest count amongst the weekly divisions. Don't even be surprised to see B mains being run once things get rolling!
HTMA/Precise Racing Products is back again to be the divisional sponsor. The Econo Mod purse also got boasted from positions 7-24 due to their continued growth. Look for some changes at the top though as 11-time winner and 2012 champion Brandon Blackshear has moved up to the Modified division and younger brother Brad, who was the 2010 champion and has the second most all-time wins at four, will be in a RUSH Late Model in 2013.
And finally the Mini Stock division is back once again with backing from Deforest Used Parts for the second straight year. Due to struggling car counts last season, the rules have been opened up a little more to allow racers from other speedways to compete including the six cylinders that run to the north. Bill Fuchs, the 2011 champion, leads the win list at 19 victories out of the 73 races run all-time. Six-time winner, Jamie Wrightsman, has moved up to the RUSH Late Models for 2013.
In conjunction with Sharon Speedway, at each event in 2013, one lucky child will win a bicycle presented by King Bros. More information will be released later this week.
Teams are urged to arrive early Saturday, if possible, to complete any necessary registrations as well as be ready for warm-ups slated to begin early at 6 p.m. Pits open at 4 p.m. with grandstands at 5 and heat races slated for 7. Grandstand admission for those 14 and are over is $13, while children under 14 are always free. Pit passes are $25.
Sharon Speedway is owned by the Blaney, Weller, and Kirila Families and is a 3/8-mile dirt track located on Custer-Orangeville Road in Hartford, Ohio near the intersection of Routes 7 & 305. For more information, check out the website at www.sharonspeedway.com or call 330-772-5481. Become a fan of Sharon Speedway on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sharonspeedway and follow us on Twitter at @SharonSpdwy.
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PPMS 'Test and Tune' Slated For April 6th
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA -- The 2013 season at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile" kicks off this Saturday, April 6th, with a Test and Tune Session. The session is open to all divisions and will be held from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates will open at 1:00PM. Pit Admission for this week is $25.00.
"We finally got a few warmer days and some much needed wind to dry the track and the entire facility a little," commented Speedway Owner, Matt Miley. "In addition, the forecast for the second half of this week is a little more conducive to racing and we would like to provide the race teams with the opportunity to get on the speedway and test out their new rides."
This week's Test and Tune is also an excellent opportunity for race fans to stop by and get a glimpse of all the new cars as Grandstand Admission is Free.
The "official" 2013 racing action will get underway on Saturday, April 13th. The 2013 Blastoff event featuring the Diehl of Robinson Super Late Models, Precise Racing Products RUSH Pro-Late Models, Sunoco Race Fuels Late Model Sportsman, Miley BP Carwash Hobby Stocks and the Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns will find the gates opening at noon with the racing scheduled to begin promptly at 2:00PM. It is hoped that the earlier starting time will be more 'fan friendly' and give spectators the opportunity to enjoy the April racing action in more comfortable temperatures.
PPMS has also ventured into the social media site Pinterest. The address for this new social media site is: www.pinterest.com/pamotorspeedway. "As society becomes more fixated on the visual aspects of social media we thought the time was right to launch this new site," commented Miley. "The PPMS Pinterest site is also a great way for our fans to interact and share their experience at the speedway with long time fans as well as those who are new to the sport."
PPMS staff have already set up several pinboards on the site and will be adding more as the 2013 racing season progresses. In addition to action and victory lane photos we are looking for 'behind the scenes' photos showcasing the gamete of emotions that can occur on raceday as well as all of the hard work that goes on throughout the evening in the pit area. The PPMS staff would also like to encourage fans to submit photos of fans enjoying the racing action. Please submit your shots to Marcie Barlow at Marcie@ppms.com.
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway as well as like the PPMS Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
Make your plans now to join us on Saturday, April 6th to get your first glance at the shiny new 2013 cars as Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway presents a Test and Tune with Free Grandstand Admission.
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Hesston Opens on May 11 with Steel Block Bandits 'Night of Power'
(Hesston, PA) The 2013 Hesston Speedway season will blast off on Saturday, May 11. "Night of Power" will now feature the Steel Block Bandits Semi-Late Model Sportsman as the star attraction that night.
"Night of Power" will be the first of three appearances of the Steel Block Bandits on the high banks of Hesston during the season. The 35 lap championship event for the Semi-Late Model Sportsman (limited/steel block/crate late models) will pay $1,500 to win and $160 to start. All divisions will compete for increased payoffs and race championship feature distances. Steel Block Bandits will return on Sunday, September 1 as well as for their 2013 finale at "The Ultimate" on October 11-12-13.
A-Cadets (street/pro-stocks) will race for $700 to win in a 25 lap feature. Hobby-Modifieds (pure/strictly stocks) will run 20 laps for $400 to win and Roadrunners (stock fwd 4-cylinders) will race 15 laps for $250 to win. In addition, the Penn-Mar Vintage Coupes will compete in a full racing program featuring these classic race cars in all-out racing action.
Semi-Late Model Sportsman competitors are reminded that the following weight limits will apply for all Hesston 2013 events, including those sanctioned by the Steel Block Bandits. The 2013 weight rules for Hesston are a compromise between the 2012 track weight limits and current Steel Block Bandits rules. The weight limits are the correct variances to equalize the various motor categories on the 4/10 mile at "motor mountain."
Hesston/Williams Grove/Bedford/Hagerstown etc.-legal limited 358 motors will weight 2,350. Open 358 motors will weigh 2,400 with aluminum heads requiring a 50 lb. weight on or in front of the motor mid-plate. Open steel block motors up to 430 ci. will weigh 2,450 with no mid-plate requirement. The 2,450 weight is also an option for open 358 aluminum head motors without a mid-plate. GM 604 motors will have a 2,200 weight limit and GM 602 will weigh 2,100. GM crate motors will be permitted to run 12" spoilers. For Steel Block Bandits events, Ford crate motors will be permitted using SBB weight rules for 2,200 for D347SR and 2,100 for D347JR.
Steel Block Bandits tire rule will apply for all Hesston events with the exception of any compound permitted on the inside front tire. The other 3 tires must be AR 44 or harder, Hoosier 1300 or harder and durometer a minimum of 32 at any time.
The 2013 Hesston Speedway "all-championship" schedule features seven high-octane events from May until October The Speedmonster & 3 State Flyers Super Late Models will compete in 6 racing programs and Steel Block Bandits Semi-Late Model Sportsman will sanction 3 events with the track's Semi-Late Model Sportsman on the racing program for all other events.
Speedmonster 3/State Flyers Super Late Models will race for $8,088 total to win in twin 35-lap features at "Mega-Blitz Mach 3" on Sunday May 26 with a June 16 rain date. "Revolution 2013" on Thursday, July 4 will pay $5,222 to win for 55 laps with a July 7 rain date. The "Eriksen Grand Prix" on Sunday, July 28 will pay $4,044 to win for 44 laps with a rain date of August 4. "Superthunder Road" on Sunday, September 1 will also pay $4,044 to win for 44 laps.
The season will conclude with a massive late model phenomenon at "The Ultimate" on October 11-12-13. This mega-event will showcase 5 late model-type features, 4 late model series and 3 late model divisions. Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models will pay a total of $14,444 to win with Steel Block Bandits Semi-Late Model Sportsman paying $2,600 and RUSH Crate Late Models paying $2,500. A-Cadets, Hobby-Modifieds and Roadrunners will also compete in high-paying super championship events during the weekend.
In 2012, Hesston averaged 41 Super Late Models and 29 Semi-Lates for a total average of 70 late model cars at its Speedmonster events. Overall car count average was 144. Track management has spent endless hours formulating rules packages which allow virtually every car in the region to be legal and competitive using weight and spoiler breaks. Hesston continues to offer increased payoffs to reward the drivers for their strong support of the track.
"Motor Mountain" is located in the scenic Raystown Lake and mountain country of central PA and provides a wonderful opportunity for race fans and race teams to make a complete weekend getaway when attending the racing events at Hesston. Promoter DR Eriksen has transformed Hesston into a showplace in just two short seasons, with additional improvements on the drawing board. Major expansions have given the track more seating, parking and pit space to accommodate these major events. All fans are provided an excellent view of the action, with grandstand seating and drive-in viewing built high above the racing surface. Hesston welcomes campers and now offers in track-camping on the back straight viewing ramp. Full information about the Hesston Speedway may be found at http://www.hesstonspeedway.com or by calling 814-658-3639.
2013 "All Championship" Schedule of Events
Saturday, May 11 - Night of Power
Steel Block Bandits Semi-LM Sportsman $1,500, A-Cadets $700, Hobby-Modifieds $400, Roadrunners $250 plus Penn-Mar Vintage Coupes
Sunday May 26 (rain date June 16) - Mega-Blitz Mach 3
Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models - 2/35 laps - $8,088 total to win
Semi-LM Sportsman $1,000, A-Cadets, $700, Hobby-Modifieds $400
Sunday, June 16 - Checker Flag Championships
Semi-LM Sportsman $1,000, A-Cadets $700, Hobby-Modifieds $400, Roadrunners $250 plus Penn-Mar Vintage Coupes
Plus Kidz Nite - Prizes for Kids
Thursday July 4 (rain date July 7) - Revolution 2013
Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models - 52 laps - $5,222 to win
Semi-LM Sporstman, A-Cadets, features only for Hobby-Modifieds and Roadrunners
Sunday, July 28 (rain date August 4) - Eriksen Grand Prix
Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models - 44 laps - $4,044 to win
Semi-LM Sporstman, A-Cadets, Hobby-Modifieds
Sunday, September 1 - Superthunder Road
Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models - 44 laps - $4,044 to win
Semi-LM Sporstman, A-Cadets, features only for Hobby-Modifieds and Roadrunners
Thursday-Friday-Saturday, October 10-11-12 (rain date October 13) - The Ultimate
Thursday, October 10 - Track Test
Open Practice for all Divisions
Friday, October 11 - Moonsault Scramble
Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models - 44 laps - $4,444 to win
Heats for Steel Block Bandit Semi-LM Sportsman, RUSH Crate Late Models, A-Cadets and Hobby-Modifieds
Saturday, October 12 - The Ultimate
Speedmonster/3 State Flyers Super Late Models - 81 laps - $10,000 to win
Steel Block Bandits Semi-LM Sportsman Super Championship - 40 laps - $2,600 to win
RUSH Crate Late Models Super Championship - 35 laps - $2,500 to win
A-Cadet Super Championship - 30 laps - $1,500 to win
Hobby-Modified Super Championship
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RUSH Late Models set for weekly action at Sharon Speedway beginning April 6; Sharon makes 3-year RUSH Commitment
By: RUSH Racing Series
(Pulaski, PA) - March 27, 2013 - Sharon Speedway is set to begin the inaugural campaign of the RUSH Late Models as a weekly attraction beginning Saturday, April 6. Sharon is one of the seven Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model weekly-sanctioned speedways in addition to several others hosting sanctioned events. Sharon has made a three-year commitment to RUSH and will feature the division 23 times in 2013 including five Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Touring Series events along with 18 times as part of the track's "Steel Valley Thunder" program.
Known as one of the nation's longest continual operated, family-owned speedways in the nation with auto racing dating back to 1929, Sharon has transformed into a state-of-the-art multi-million dollar facility since acquired by the Blaney, Kirila, and Weller families in 2002. The 3/8-mile oval is located 10 miles north of Interstate 80 just across the Pennsylvania border in Hartford, Ohio.
"It was a major step for our Series when Sharon agreed to come aboard RUSH," explained Vicki Emig. "Sharon was one of the first four speedways to come out of the box in our announcement press release and really helped spur our forward momentum. We've had a good working relationship with General Manager Dave Willoughby. Dave has been very instrumental in the growth of the Crate Late Models in recent years, and Sharon is a huge part of our Sweeney Touring schedule."
Sharon's large presence with the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Touring Series includes hosting five big events. The Tour's first stop will be over Memorial Day Weekend on May 25-26 with two complete shows as part of the Bill Emig Memorial "Wild Card Weekend". Not only will $1,500 be on the line both Saturday and Sunday night, but an additional $1,500 in point money will be up for grabs with the infamous card draws!
Sharon teams up with Lernerville Speedway on July 5-6 to host "Off with the Tops". The Sweeney RUSH Tour joins with the BOSS non-wing Sprints both nights. The Sharon "topless" event will not only pay $2,000 to-win, but it's Sweeney Chevrolet Night as one lucky driver will win the GM 604 engine valued at over $5,000!
The Sweeney RUSH Tour is back with BOSS again on August 17 for $2,000 to-win this time in the third annual "Gary Knollinger Memorial". And yet again, $2,000 will be awarded as part of the annual "Apple Festival Nationals" on September 13-14.
Though not a Tour event, on Saturday, June 8 as part of Lincoln Electric Night at the Speedway, one lucky RUSH Late Model racer will win a Lincoln Electric Power MIG 140C + and Utility Cart in a random drawing!
One of the region's top Crate Late Model racers is Will Thomas III, who calls Sharon home. Thomas is coming off his first full season racing on dirt. The Sharpsville, Pa. racer was a standout competitor on asphalt and made a quick and smooth transition to dirt where he won six features and the Sharon track championship in 2012. After missing some early events, 2011 Sharon champion Josh Double of nearby Bristolville, Ohio is expected to contend again for the championship.
Two other top racers in Matt Latta and Bobby Whitling are also expected to battle for Sharon's championship in addition to running several of the Sweeney RUSH Touring events. Latta, who had a big 2012 season, is one of the top up and coming stars of the division and is ready for his third season of racing. Whitling, a former Stock Car great, captured his first career Late Model win last season at Sharon.
Dennis Lunger, Jr. and Rocky Kugel turned some heads last season at Sharon with fine runs and are expected to be back up front in 2013 going after the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Weekly Series money.
Sharon has two "Futures Cup" racers that compete weekly at Sharon including Eric Wilson of Cortland, Ohio and Clay Ruffo of Mercer, Pa.Wilson already owns a pair of feature wins at Sharon with one in each his first two seasons of action. Ruffo meanwhile has an Econo Mod win to his credit in 2011 and would love to capture his first Late Model win.
Sharon's weekly RUSH member racers will be able to take part in all of the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Late Model programs. It's quite possible that one Sharon regular racer could win $8,000 in point man excluding any Touring or "Futures Cup" point funds!
Drivers will be able to accumulate their best 15 finishes (two per week) throughout the season as part of the $25,000+ Sweeney "Weekly Series Championship" that will pay $5,000 to-win down 30 positions.
Come July, the top 10 Sweeney RUSH Weekly members in Sharon points under the RUSH system will move on to the $10,000+ Pace Performance "Summer Chase". Drivers can race as many times as they want from July through Labor Day at not only Sharon, but any RUSH-sanctioned event. Drivers' average points (minimum eight events) will determine the $3,000 champion that will pay down 10 positions.
Any RUSH member under the age of 18 will also be eligible for the $3,000 "Futures Cup" program. Those 18 and 19 cannot have more than one full season of competition in Crate Late Models or any other higher division. These racers can compete at Sharon and at any other RUSH-sanctioned event to accumulate points. Drivers' Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC "Weekly Series" points will be added to three stand-alone "Futures Cup" events that will be announced.
"I know how hard Vicki (Emig) and Mike (Leone) work for the Series so I felt it was in the best interest for Sharon to join with RUSH," stated Willoughby. "They have worked on a daily basis over the past six years for Crate Late Model racers and tracks. RUSH has a great program put together for the inaugural season that which I'm sure will only grow into the future. This is just another reason why we decided to make the three-year commitment like other speedways have."
Sharon's Barris Supply RUSH Late Models are on a tiered purse structure for their regular events with $600 to-win if there are less than 14 cars, $700 to-win if there are 14-23 cars, and $750 to-win if there are 24 or more cars. Sharon also offers a free pit pass in addition to the $50 tow money for any non-qualifier when a B main is.
In addition to the RUSH Late Models, Sharon also features the Governor Insurance Agency DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds, Summit Racing Equipment Modifieds (formerly known as E-Mod), Gibson Insurance Agency Stock Cars, HTMA/Precise Racing Products Econo Mods, and the Deforest Used Parts Mini Stocks as part of their weekly "Steel Valley Thunder" Program.
Sharon Speedway's GPS address is 3241 Custer-Orangeville Rd. NE, Burghill, OH 44404. For more information, check out their website at www.sharonspeedway.com or call 330-772-5481. As for their social media outlets, you can like their page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SharonSpeedway or follow them on Twitter @SharonSpdwy.
2013 RUSH weekly-sanctioned speedways include Allegheny Mountain Raceway (Kane, PA), Bradford (PA) Speedway, McKean County Raceway (East Smethport, PA), Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway (Imperial, PA), Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex (Markleysburg, PA), Sharon Speedway (Hartford, OH), and The Rock - Allegany County Speedway (Cumberland, MD).
2013 RUSH marketing partners include Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC, Pace Performance, Hoosier Tire, Precise Racing Products, The Brake Man, K1 RaceGear, K&N Filters, Wrisco Aluminum, and Valley Fashions.
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E-mail can be sent to the RUSH Racing Series at info@rushracingseries.com and snail mail to 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Office phone is 724-964-9300 and fax is 724-964-0604. The RUSH Racing Series website is www.rushracingseries.com. Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rushlatemodels and follow us on Twitter @RUSHLM.
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Saturday's Open Practice and Enduro at Sharon cancelled due to wet grounds; opening night up next Saturday, April 6
By: Mike Leone
Hartford, OH...March 27, 2013 For the second consecutive week, Sharon Speedway has been forced to cancel Saturday's (March 30) scheduled open practice and "Springduro 150" Enduro. The relentless unseasonably cold, wet weather hasn't enabled track crews to be able to get on the 3/8-mile surface to date in addition to the parking areas being unusable left track officials with no choice but to cancel. With opening night up next Saturday (April 6), the "Springduro" 150 will not be rescheduled. Those that pre-entered will be refunded. A possible fall or early winter Enduro may be scheduled.
"Nothing has changed since last Wednesday when we had to postpone the event, in fact with the additional rounds of wet snow and cold conditions things are worse," explained General Manager Dave Willoughby. "Even though again Saturday's weather would be conducive to holding the event, there's no way the track or parking areas would be ready. Hopefully we get some dry and warmer weather so the grounds can dry out and we can kickoff our season next Saturday."
Speaking of next Saturday, it'll be the kickoff of another season of "Steel Valley Thunder". The Saturday, April 6 opener will feature the Governor Insurance Agency DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds, Barris Supply RUSH Late Models, Summit Equipment Modifieds, Gibson Insurance Agency Stock Cars, HTMA/Precise Racing Products Econo Mods, and the Deforest Used Parts Mini Stocks. Points will begin. Pits open at 4 p.m. with grandstands at 5 and racing at 7.
Sharon Speedway is owned by the Blaney, Weller, and Kirila Families and is a 3/8-mile dirt track located on Custer-Orangeville Road in Hartford, Ohio near the intersection of Routes 7 & 305. For more information, check out the website at www.sharonspeedway.com or call 330-772-5481. Become a fan of Sharon Speedway on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sharonspeedway and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sharonspdwy.
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Mother Nature postpones PPMS 'Test and Tune'
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA -- Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early Spring but it seems as though Mother Nature has vetoed that idea as two March snowstorms along with unseasonably cooler temperatures have forced Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway to postpone the Test and Tune scheduled for Saturday, March 30th. The practice session will now be held on Saturday, April 6th.
"Monday's snowstorm put the 'nail in the coffin' for this week's Test and Tune as there is just too much moisture to allow the track crew to get any work done," stated Speedway owner Matt Miley. "We also need several days of warmer weather and wind to allow the track surface and the speedway grounds to dry out; right now everything is just a wet, muddy mess."
The 2013 season at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile" will now get underway with a Test and Tune Session will be held on Saturday, April 6th. The session is open to all divisions and will be held from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates will open at 1:00PM. Grandstand Admission is Free with Pit Admission priced at $25.00.
The 2013 racing action will get underway just one week later on Saturday, April 13th. The 2013 Blastoff event featuring the Diehl of Robinson Super Late Models, Precise Racing Products RUSH Pro-Late Models, Sunoco Race Fuels Late Model Sportsman, Miley BP Carwash Hobby Stocks and the Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns will find the gates opening at noon with the racing scheduled to begin promptly at 2:00PM. It is hoped that the earlier starting time will be more 'fan friendly' and give spectators the opportunity to enjoy the April racing action with more comfortable temperatures.
The staff and management of Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway would also like to take this opportunity to wish all of our drivers, race teams and fans a Happy Easter holiday.
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway as well as like the PPMS Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
Make your plans now to join us on Saturday, April 6th to get your first glance at the shiny new 2013 cars as Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway presents a Test and Tune with Free Grandstand Admission.
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Chiller Thriller Postponed to April 6
By: Lou Long
Mercer, PA (March 26, 2013) Due to wet conditions following the last snowfall, the Chiller Thriller has been postponed until Saturday, April 6.
Remember that alerts regarding cancellations or postponements of racing events at Mercer Raceway Park can be sent directly to your smart phones, e-mail accounts or other electronic die vices. All you need to do is go to the track website, www.mercerraceway park.com, and click on the icon for RainedOut.com and follow the easy directions to register your device of choice. Or, you can go to the website for RainedOut.com and search for Mercer Raceway Park. Seaching there will produce two hits, and we recommend that you register for both to ensure complete coverage.
About Mercer Raceway Park: 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 from late March through late September. For more information, check out www.mercerracewaypark.com, www.twitter.com/mercerraceway, or www.facebook.com/mercerracewaypark
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The Country Network (TCN) to Shoot Pilot During NDRL's Inaugural Weekend
By: NDRL PR
Pittsburgh, PA (March 26, 2013)...TCN, The Country Network, will have their camera's pointed at the NDRL's 'Let's Get Dirty Tour' opening weekend to shoot a pilot episode that will feature the lives of racers as they compete with the NDRL as well as country music star Cody McCarver while he and his crew set up and perform live for the greatest racing fans in the world.
'This is a great opportunity not only for NDRL but for the racers to get their much deserved television time for themselves and their loyal sponsors,' NDRL founder John Kennedy exclaimed. 'To have Cody (McCarver) involved this way, beyond doing the concerts for our fans, has been nothing short of phenomenal. He loves the sport of dirt late model racing and is very passionate about it; he has gone above and beyond to help the NDRL get off the ground.'
'We hope that fans come out in full force to support our inaugural weekend at Paducah International Raceway and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55,' NDRL President Jason Shank said, 'this is their chance to come out and show the over 43 million TCN viewers what a great family oriented sport dirt late model racing and dirt racing in general is.'
The Country Network showcases the best in country music videos and related content, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. TCN programming reaches beyond the current top 20 playlist and showcases the other 90% of artists that you may hear on the radio but seldom, if ever, see on other networks.
Two complete NDRL shows will be in store at Paducah International Raceway and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 including Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Main's, and a 75-lap, $20,000 to-win Feature Events. The UMP Modifieds will also be in action with two of their own complete shows paying $2,000 to the winner of each of their A-Main Feature Events. In addition to the on track action, Country Music Recording Artist Cody McCarver will be live in concert as well as fireworks and pyrotechnics shows by Legendary Entertainment Productions, known for their work at crown jewel events such as the 'Dream' and 'World 100', will be provided free with admission!
Gates and driver registration will open for both events at 1:00pm as the driver's meeting will be held at approximately 5:00pm with hot laps immediately after. Time Trials will follow hot laps with racing starting at approximately 7:00pm.
Paducah International Raceway is a 3/8th Mile high banked oval located in Paducah, KY and features some of the best racing action in the area. Directions to PIR: I-24 to Exit 11, then 0.4 miles south on Husband Rd. (SR 1954), then 1.9 miles East on Lydon Rd. (SR 3075), then 1.3 miles south on Oaks (SR 450), then 0.9 mile west on Shemwell Ln. (near airport). For more information on Paducah International Raceway call the track office at (270) 898-7469 or visit their site at www.paducahracing.net.
Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 is a high banked 1/3 mile oval that features racing on Saturday nights. The speedway is located in Pevely, MO and is a mere 30 minutes south of downtown St. Louis on Interstate 55 at Pevely exits 180 and 178. For more information on Federated Auto Part Raceway at I-55 call the track office at (636) 479-3219 or visit their website at www.i55raceway.com.
For more information on these events and the National Dirt Racing League please visit www.paducahracing.net, www.i55raceway.com, or www.theNDRL.com.
Official NDRL's 'Let's Get Dirty Tour' Sponsors:
VP Race Fuels: The Official Fuel of the NDRL's 'Let's Get Dirty Tour'
Slavic Custom Racing Shirts and Decals: The Official Merchandise Supplier of the NDRL's Let's Get Dirty Tour'
Bug Band: The Official Insect Repellant of the NDRL's 'Let's Get Dirty Tour'
Official NDRL's 'Let's Get Dirt Tour' Associate Sponsors:
American Racer Tires, Brown & Miller Racing Solutions, Capital Race Cars, DirtonDirt.com, Driven Racing Oil, Genesis Racing Shocks, Hoosier Racing Tires, JNJ Motorsports Media, Keyser Manufacturing, MSR Mafia, and Responsible Racers.
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PPMS set to kick off 1st season of RUSH Late Models April 6; PPMS commits to 3-year RUSH Contract
By: RUSH PR
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Pulaski, PA) - March 24, 2013 - Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway (PPMS) is one of the seven weekly-sanctioned Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model-sanctioned speedways set to get things underway in the coming weeks. PPMS will kick-off their 2013 season on Saturday, April 6 and continue weekly racing through October 12. For the first time ever, PPMS will run four afternoon shows during the month of April with racing at 2 p.m. before switching to nighttime racing in May.
PPMS is located just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh outside of Imperial. Pa. where the Pro (Crate) Late Models will not only run under the RUSH banner this season, but is one of several speedways that have inked a three-year contract with the new Series!
"PPMS made the decision to join the RUSH Weekly Racing Series program and we're impressed with what's already been taking place so far," stated promoter Matt Miley. "PPMS has supported the Crate Motor concept for many years. We know how hard Vicki Emig and Mike Leone work, and we believe the RUSH Series has the pieces in place to take Crate Racing to the next level in our region. We're really proud to be able to host the Saturday night Speedweek stop in addition to the big Manufacturers Night both as Touring events!"
Six years after the closure of Heidelberg Speedway in Pittsburgh in 1973, PPMS was born! Most of the old Heidelberg facilities were relocated to PPMS in addition to the famous "Pittsburgher", which is coming up on 25 years now at its new home! In recent years, PPMS has become pro-active with new events and promotions bringing back the "410" Sprints, Big-Block Modifieds, ARDC Midgets along figure 8 races, monster truck shows, concerts, petting zoos, free admission nights, and more!
The "Sizzler" was a popular series of increased purse events started in 2012 for Crate Late Models at PPMS. This year there are four such events including two that are part of the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Touring Series with the other two not conflicting with a Touring Series event.
The first "Sizzler is June 1 followed by the July 13 "Cross the Borders" Speedweek Touring event. The next "Sizzler" is the prestigious "Jook George Memorial" annual event on August 3. The finale in the mini "Sizzler" series of events will take place on August 31. Not only will this be a Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Touring Series event paying $1,500 to-win, but it'll also be the $30,000 "Manufacturers Night" with quality prizes for every competing racer!
Pittsburgh's weekly RUSH member racers will be able to take part in all of the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Late Model programs. It's quite possible that one PPMS regular racer could win $8,000 in point man excluding any Touring or "Futures Cup" point funds!
Drivers will be able to accumulate their best 15 finishes (two per week) throughout the season as part of the $25,000+ Sweeney "Weekly Series Championship" that will pay $5,000 to-win down 30 positions.
Come July, the top 10 Sweeney RUSH Weekly members in PPMS points under the RUSH system will move on to the $10,000+ Pace Performance "Summer Chase". Drivers can race as many times as they want from July through Labor Day at not only PPMS, but any RUSH-sanctioned event. Drivers' average points (minimum eight events) will determine the $3,000 champion that will pay down 10 positions.
Any RUSH member under the age of 18 will also be eligible for the $3,000 "Futures Cup" program. Those 18 and 19 cannot have more than one full season of competition in Crate Late Models or any other higher division. These racers can compete at PPMS and at any other RUSH-sanctioned event to accumulate points. Drivers' Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC "Weekly Series" points will be added to three stand-alone "Futures Cup" events that will be announced.
"It meant a lot to us when Pittsburgh chose to sanction their Pro Late Models under RUSH," expressed Vicki Emig. "In reality, the Mileys were one of the first speedways in our area to spearhead the concept of more affordable Late Model racing with their spec-engine/602 Crate Late Model program. This was before any Crate Late Model sanctioning body came to our region. We look forward to working with them through their alignment with RUSH to continue forward progress and development in a vision they have had for many years."
It addition to PPMS' Precise RUSH Late Models that will be competing for a minimum of $700 to-win weekly, the speedway will also campaign the Diehl of Robinson Super Late Models, Sunoco Sportsman (Stocks), Miley BP Hobby Stocks, and the Imperial Heights Young Guns. After the afternoon April events, racing will begin at 7 p.m. beginning in May and all events will carry a Sunday rain date.
One event that has gotten fans and racers excited is the return of the "Pittsburgher" as a major, national Super Late Model event for its 25th anniversary. The two-day affair will be held on October 11-12 with $10,000 to-win for the NDRL/ULMS Late Models on Friday night with a whopping $25,000 to-win on Saturday night commemorating the Silvery Anniversary of the event for the NDRL "Kings of Dirt".
And lastly, a new event on Saturday, June 15 will be the inaugural Herb Scott Memorial featuring a $4,000 to-win Super Late Model race and a $1,200 to-win Renegade Modified race. The event will be part of the inaugural ICON Memorial Tour Late Model Speedweek that features four races in as many days in three different states with a separate $5,000 point fund. The late Scott was a legend of nearby Wexford, Pa. with over 500 features wins, 10 Heidelberg championships, and 10 Pittsburgh Racing Association Championships to his credit!
Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway's GPS address is 170 Kelso Rd, Imperial PA 15126, which is located just off the Noblestown exit on Routes 22/30. For more information, check out their website at www.ppms.com or call 412-279-7223. The track number on race day is 724-695-3363 or 724-695-0393. As for their social media outlets, you can like their page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway or follow them on Twitter @PAMotorSpeedway.
2013 RUSH weekly-sanctioned speedways include Allegheny Mountain Raceway (Kane, PA), Bradford (PA) Speedway, McKean County Raceway (East Smethport, PA), Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway (Imperial, PA), Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex (Markleysburg, PA), Sharon Speedway (Hartford, OH), and The Rock - Allegany County Speedway (Cumberland, MD).
2013 RUSH marketing partners include Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC, Pace Performance, Hoosier Tire, Precise Racing Products, The Brake Man, K1 RaceGear, K&N Filters, Wrisco Aluminum, and Valley Fashions.
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DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede Finale Frequently Asked Questions
Sarver, PA (March 21, 2013) The finale of the fourth annual installment the DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede is less than a month away! Below you will find all the information you need to know to experience the finale of what was originally scheduled to be a thrilling three-day show mega-show to conclude the 2012 Lernerville Speedway season, but due to being postponed by weather in October, will now be the first racing action of the 2013 season.
What: The finale of the 4th Annual DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede, (originally scheduled for last October), featuring ten fast divisions of DIRTcar Racing. Sundays racing will be preceded by the annual Test & Tune Practice Session on Saturday, April 13. Participation in Satudays practice is not mandatory for those intending to race in the Steel City Stampede. Test & Tune practice is open to all drivers, even those NOT intending to race in the Steel City Stampede.
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14 2013.
Saturday Schedule of Events: Pits & Tech Inspection open at 10:00AM, practice 12:00Noon-4:00PM consisting of rotating hot laps for all divisions, with preferential/priority access to those registered for the Steel City Stampede and Fab Four Racing divisions.
Sunday Schedule of Events: Registration & Inspection open at 11:00AM, Pit gates will also open at 11:00AM. General Admission gates open at 1:00PM, Drivers Meeting at 2:00PM and Racing begins at 3:00PM.
Where: Lernerville Speedway in Sarver, PA along route 356 in Butler County approximately 30 minutes north of Pittsburgh. Lernerville is easily accessible from the PA Turnpike and Interstate 79. Physical location for GPS systems is 313 N. Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16229.
How: Buy tickets on the day(s) of the event.
Saturdays admission prices are $20 for DIRTcar member pit passes, $30 for non-member pit passes, while General Admission is Free.
Sundays admission prices are $30 for DIRTcar member pit passes, $35 for non-member pit passes. General admission into the grandstands is $25 for adults, $20 for students (11-17 years old) and children 10 & under are FREE, as always!
Camping and Parking is FREE! Turn One Premier Camping is available, please call the speedway office (724) 353-1511 to reserve a spot and for price details.
Who: The DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede will once again feature all four divisions of Fab Four Racing Peoples TWP DIRTcar Sprints, Precise Racing Products DIRTcar Late Models, Diehl Auto Group DIRTcar Modifieds and Millerstown Pic-A-Part DIRTcar Sportsman/Stock Cars. The Diehl Mods portion of the program will also be the BRP Modified Tour finale and the 20th running of the Kodiak Memorial. RUSH/FASTRAK Northeast (Crate) Late Models, UMP/UEMS (EMod) Modifieds, 305 Sprints, 4 Cylinders and Mod Lites will also be in competition; the UMP Modifieds will race under UEMS sanctioning. In addition to the nine divisions that will take to the track for B-Mains & A-Mains, the Enduros will bring the racing action to a close with another $1000-to-win, 100-lap rolling demolition derby.
2011 Steel City Stampede feature winners were Dale Blaney (Ti22 Sprints), John Garvin Jr. (Precise Lates), Chad Brachmann (Diehl/BRP Mods), Chris Schneider (Pic-A-Part Sportsman/Stock), Dave Hess Jr. (UMP/UEMS Mods), Butch Lambert (Pro Lates), Jeff Tetters (Mod Lites), Adam Pletcher (4 Cyl.) and Chris Potochnak (Enduro).
Why: 410 Sprints, Super Late Models and Big Block Modifieds will be racing for $3000-to-win; RUSH/FASTRAK Northeast (Crate) Late Models will be racing for $2,000-to-win; Sportsman/Stocks, UMP/UEMS Modifieds and Enduros will be racing for $1000-to-win; while the 305 Sprints, 4-Cylinders and Mod Lites will be racing for $500-to-win.
In addition to the increased payouts, the feature winners will also be crowned as the DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede Champions.
Where to Stay: Camping is FREE! In a change from last year, all camping is first come, first serve and free of charge. Unfortunately, there are no electric/water hookups available for camping at Lernerville Speedway.
The Days Inn in Butler, PA is the top recommendation for travelers from the west & north planning to stay at a hotel. The Days Inn in Butler is located 10 miles from the speedway on Route 8 just south of Butler. The Days Inn has an indoor pool, on-site restaurant & lounge and is in close proximity to a handful of restaurants including McDonalds, Pizza Hut and Burger King. For those coming from the east & south, the top recommendation is the Comfort Inn & Suites RIDC Park along Route 28 directly off Exit 10 between Fox Chapel and Harmar. Other nearby towns with hotels include (arranged in order of proximity) Butler, Kittanning, New Kensington, Cranberry Twp. and Harmar Twp.
In Closing: Dont miss out on the opportunity to take part in this exciting two-day show at Lernerville Speedway! The DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede will be the first chance of 2013 to see our Fab Four Racing divisions, plus five other divisions and the first 100-lap Enduro of the season. For rules and procedures for the DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede, log on to www.Lernerville.com and click the Steel City Stampede tab on the top our homepage.
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Pittsburgher 100 returns; additional special events announced
By: Marcie Barlow
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PITTSBURGH, PA -- The first draft of the PPMS 2013 schedule was released last month and since that time the speedway management has been busy confirming additional dates for the upcoming season.
"It has always been a goal of Miley Motor Sports to elevate the 'Pittsburgher' back to a National event," commented speedway owner Matt Miley. "After 43 years in this business, we have realized it often takes patience, timing, and the right people to be involved. When National Dirt Racing League officials approached us about making the 'Pittsburgher' a national event again, we were all ears. We have watched what Kennedy Motorsports has done over the past racing season and felt they were a great fit to return the 'Pittsburgher' to a major super late model event. One week later we had a deal."
The 2013 event will be held on Saturday, October 12th. The main event will feature 100 laps of racing action with the winner receiving a cool $25,000 pay day. The weekend will "kick off" on Friday, October 11th, with the $10,000 to-win, "Let's Get Dirty 50" that will be co-sanctioned by the NDRL and the Kennedy Motorsports United Late Model Series (ULMS). The racing action on both days will also feature the United E-mod Series (UEMS). Friday's UEMS main event will pay $1,500 to win with Saturday's E-mod victor taking home $3,000.
Miley Motor Sports has also announced the dates for the 24th Annual Jook George Memorial and the Second Annual Ed Laboon Memorial. The Pro-Late competitors will be showcased on Saturday, August 3rd as we celebrate the life of long time Pro-Late car owner Jook George with an extra lap event that will also include an increased purse and various contingency sponsors. The event was organized by the late car owner and first held in 1990 to showcase the Pro-Late teams. Bill Yakin won the inaugural event. Other notable winners include Mike Johnson, Dave Wade, Jim Stephans, Brandon Burgoon and Tommy Schirnhofer. Kyle Lukon scored the win last September and will surely be one of the favorites to capture the 2013 event as well. In addition to Lukon, two time Jook George Champion Mike Pegher, Jr., defending PPMS divisional champion Colton Flinner, Laura Lukon, Justin Lamb and Mike Reft are just a few of the PPMS regulars expected to challenge for the top prize.
Late Model Sportsman competitors will have "their turn in the spotlight" on Saturday, June 1st as the Second Annual Ed Laboon Memorial event will be held that evening. "The LMS competitors from the tri-state area came together to honor my father last August and I was humbled by the success of the inaugural event," commented LMS competitor Vince Laboon. "In addition, the generosity of the racing community in contributing to the increased purse was truly amazing; the "racing family" did a tremendous job as over $8,000 in prize money was raised for last year's event."
Bob Schwartzmiller claimed the victory in the inaugural event last August and is expected to return to defend his crown. Laboon continues to work with the other Saturday night speedways at which the division competes and is asking them to either give the division a "week off" or hold a non-points event so that their regular competitors can compete at PPMS. "It was great to see competitors from Lernerville Speedway, Mercer Raceway Park, Sharon Speedway and Roaring Knob join us last summer. It is my hope that area promoters will recognize that this type of cooperation enables the competitors to provide the fans with some great racing action. In addition, as the number of motorsports facilities dwindles we all need to work together to ensure that all of the facilities will be around in the coming years," stated Laboon.
The purse for the second annual event has already received a great response from the motorsports community as the following firms and individuals have already pledged additional prize money for the 2013 event: Schwartzmiller Ground Maintenance, Brandon Gawlas, Evey True Value and Winner's Circle Motorsports LLC, Dobs Automotive, Cleetus Motorsports, Imperial Tire and Automotive, South Hills Towing, Supercuts Whitehall and Bryan Designs and Decals and West Mifflin Collision. Those wishing to provide additional monetary or contingency prizes should contact Vince Laboon at (412) 396-9138.
The Herb Scott Memorial is another great event that was recently added to the 2013 schedule at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway. The extra lap Super Late Model race will pay tribute to one of Western PA's racing legends who accumulated for than 500 victories during a racing career that spanned five decades. "Herb was my favorite driver growing up," commented Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "In fact the Miley cars were painted pink because Herb's cars were always pink in the PRA days." In addition, to garnering numerous track titles in the tri-state area Scott was also the flagman when PPMS held its first event in 1979; an interesting footnote is that Scott actually presented the checkered flag to his son Deek as he captured the Late Model victory that evening.
 The 2013 season at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile" is just a few days away as a Test and Tune Session will be held on Saturday, March 30th. The session is open to all divisions and will be held from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates will open at 1:00PM. Grandstand Admission is Free with Pit Admission priced at $25.00.
The official racing action gets underway just one week later on Saturday, April 6th, with the 2013 Blastoff event featuring the Diehl of Robinson Super Late Models, Precise Racing Products RUSH Pro-Late Models, Sunoco Race Fuels Late Model Sportsman, Miley BP Carwash Hobby Stocks and the Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns. The gates for the Blastoff Event will open at noon with the racing scheduled to begin promptly at 2:00PM
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
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PPMS 2012 Champions Honored; Laboon Named Sportsman of the Year
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA -- Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway and Miley Motorsports honored their 2012 Track Champions at the annual awards banquet held Saturday, March 9th at the Lafayette Room in Imperial, PA.
Third generation driver Michael Norris claimed his first ever Super Late Model title. The Sarver, PA driver who is just 20 years old captured three feature wins to claim the top spot over veteran Alex Ferree by a mere five points. "I want to thank my parents and grandparents as well as my sister Mindy and my girlfriend Kandess for all of their support," stated Norris. Lady racer Kari Gasser came home in the third spot with Ben Miley and Daryl Charlier rounding out the top five.
Second-generation racer Colton Flinner of Allison Park, PA scored his second consecutive track championship in the FASTRAK/Pro-Late Model Division. The 18 year old driver claimed one feature win in 2012 but consistent top five finishes throughout the season enabled him to garner the title over runner-up Kyle Lukon. Flinner was unable to attend the event as he was competing with the FASTRAK Series in Lavonia, GA and his sister Dominique accepted the award on his behalf. Like Norris, Flinner thanked his parents and sister for their support of his racing career and the sacrifices they make so he is able to 'follow his dream of racing full time.' It was also announced that he will compete for the FASTRAK Northeast Series Title in 2013 and will not be defending his PPMS title. Beau Glemba, Justin Lamb and Mark Moats completed the top five in the final Pro-Late standings.
Teenager Logan Crewl battled 2011 Young Guns titlist Todd Weldon for the entire 2012 season en-route to scoring his first ever title in the division. The Carnegie, PA resident is not sure of his plans for the upcoming season but was quick to thank Mike Johnson Racing and Buck Johnson for their dedication and support during the two and a half years he has competed in the division. Weldon, who led the division with nine feature wins, came home in the second spot followed by Bernie Blair, Jr., Adam Carson and Christian Schneider.
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Joe Podolinsky of nearby Oakdale, PA picked up his first ever Hobby Stock title in 2012. Podolinsky scored seven victories but almost lost the title when mechanical failure hit the team with just a few shows remaining; had it not been for fellow competitor Chase Evans loaning the team a driveshaft the top two spots may have been reversed. "I want to thank my parents, my wife, Tony Capo and my Uncle Dave for their dedication to this team. I also want to thank Chase Evans and his team for their sportsmanship and assistance during the final weeks of the season." Evans, who claimed three feature wins in 2012 held on for the runner-up spot of over Cal U student Hannah Ramsey, Gary Smith and Ed Wiser.
Jake Simmons continued his domination of the Late Model Sportsman Division as he scored his third consecutive and fourth overall title in 2012. The McKees Rock, PA driver, scored 14 wins in 2012 to claim the top spot over Nick Kocuba, Pat Weldon, Wayne Carbo and Jared Westover. Simmons also revealed that he sold his car to Joe Anthony and is building another car but it may not be ready until later in the 2013 season.
All of the titlists received a black onyx ring, a Hoosier Racing jacket and a trophy in recognition of their championship.
Veteran Late Model Sportsman competitor Vince Laboon of Brentwood, PA captured the prestigious "Sportsman of the Year" Award." The award is presented to an individual who exemplifies the meaning of true "sportsmanship" and Laboon is certainly worthy of the award. Laboon attended his first race at the age of four when he accompanied his father and Ben Miley to an event at Motordrome Speedway. He began his driving career in the E-Mods and when it was announced that the division would not be returning to PPMS in 2012 he decided to continue his career behind the wheel of a Late Model Sportsman car; unfortunately Vince also lost his most ardent supporter, his father Ed, in August, 2012 and a mere ten days later had collected more than $4,000.00 to present to the competitors in the inaugural Ed Laboon Memorial event. The second annual event will be held Saturday, June 1st and Vince has already secured more than $2,000.00 in prize money and contingency sponsorship awards thus far.
Late Model veteran Keith Barbara was recognized that the 2012 UFo Champion and was also the recipient of the Awesome Signs and Graphics Hard Charger Award. Late Model competitors were awarded points for each position that they advanced in the feature events held during 2012; Barbara picked up the weekly award on three occasions and will receive a complete decal job courtesy of Awesome Signs and Graphics, which is owned by Ricky Byers.
The following drivers were named "Rookies of the Year in their respective divisions: FASTRAK/Pro-Lates: Brian Goebel; Late Model Sportsman: Vince Laboon; Hobby Stocks: Gary Smith and Young Guns: Roman O'Neill.
The 2013 season at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile" is just a few days away as a Test and Tune Session will be held on Saturday, March 30th. The session is open to all divisions and will be held from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates will open at 1:00PM. Grandstand Admission is Free with Pit Admission priced at $25.00.
The official racing action gets underway just one week later on Saturday, April 6th, with the 2013 Blastoff event featuring the Diehl of Robinson Super Late Models, Precise Racing Products RUSH Pro-Late Models, Sunoco Race Fuels Late Model Sportsman, Miley BP Carwash Hobby Stocks and the Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns. The gates for the Blastoff Event will open at noon with the racing scheduled to begin promptly at 2:00PM
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
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Newly Formed $20,000 to-win Mini-Series to Kick Off in Kentucky and Missouri
By: Jason Shank
Pittsburgh, PA (January 18, 2013) Officials are excited to introduce a new super dirt late model mini-series titled the National Dirt Racing League. The NDRL will feature the best of the best in the world of dirt late model racing and offer a base purse of over $80,000. The 2013 NDRL schedule will be solidified with events paying $20,000 to the winner and $1,500 to start.
'We wanted to do something different and exciting for both the drivers and the fans,' said NDRL Owner John Kennedy. 'Obviously the purse and payout that we have established will entice and excite the drivers and the plans we have for the fans will undoubtedly grab their attention as well. The objective with the NDRL is to provide top of the line racing action to everyone in attendance and offer lucrative payouts to the drivers as a reward for their dedication to the sport. All of our events will be one day shows and feature some of the biggest names in dirt late model racing.'
'The goal is to have four to six events that will attract some of the best competitors in the sport,' NDRL President Jason Shank stated. 'Race fans want to see the best talent in one place, and that is what we're aiming at. To do that, we will not schedule against either national series or against events considered 'Crown Jewels'. We are also attempting to schedule events that will be logistically convenient for the nation's top drivers to attend.'
The Inaugural season for the NDRL mini-series will kick off with a $20,000 to-win doubleheader at Paducah (KY) International Raceway on Friday, March 29 and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 Pevely (MO) on Saturday, March 30. The 'Let's Get Dirty 75 at Paducah' and the 'Let's Get Dirty 75 at I-55' will both be $20,000 to-win and $1,500 to-start events.
'We're extremely pleased to have Paducah and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 Pevely host our inaugural events,' Kennedy exclaimed. 'It's going to be a huge weekend for the NDRL drivers and fans. We have plans to make our shows more than just races; we want them to be events. Soon we will be announcing a partnership with a popular country-western artist that will perform at our events as well. Fans will really enjoy what we have planned.'
'Drivers will also be happy with what we have planned,' Shank chimed. 'In addition to our lucrative payout, we will also offer a point fund for the drivers finishing within the top ten in points. The point fund will be over $57,000 including $20,000 to the champion. Drivers finishing in the top ten in points will also have to have 100% attendance to qualify for point fund monies.' Shank continued, 'We'll also have, what we think is a driver and fan friendly format. For the drivers we will split the field in two groups for qualifying and for the fans we will redraw, at minimum, the heat race winners for the feature events.'
More details on the series, rules, and format can be obtained by emailing John Kennedy at jkennedy@theNDRL.com or Jason Shank at jshank@theNDRL.com as well as calling the series office at (412) 824-9126 or at www.theNDRL.com which is slated to launch within the next week.
For more information on these events and the National Dirt Racing League please visit www.theNDRL.com, www.paducahracing.net, or www.I55raceway.com.
National Dirt Racing League Adds 'Pittsburgher' to 2013 Mini-Series
Pittsburgh, PA (January 19, 2013) The National Dirt Racing League has added the 'Pittsburgher' to their 2013 mini-series schedule. The 25th Annual Silver Anniversary 'Pittsburgher' will be held on Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12 at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway in Imperial, PA, moving from its traditional September weekend.
'We are ecstatic to be working with Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway on this years 'Pittsburgher', NDRL President Jason Shank said. 'The 'Pittsburgher' is a race I grew up with and the fact that we will be presenting the 25th Annual Silver Anniversary 'Pittsburgher' is an honor for the NDRL. Our original plan was to feature our standard $20,000 to-win purse but with it being the 25th Anniversary, we decided to bump the winners share of the purse up to $25,000 to commemorate the unique milestone.' Shank continued, 'NDRL's decision to move the event to the October 11th and 12th weekend was purely a business decision. We felt with that weekend being one of the very few weekends that neither national touring series is in action, it would entice national talent to compete for over $100,000 in total purse money.
'It has always been a goal of Miley Motor Sports to elevate the 'Pittsburgher' back to a National event,' PPMS owner Matt Miley claimed. 'After 43 years in this business, we have realized it often takes patience, timing, and the right people to be involved. When National Dirt Racing League officials approached Miley Motor Sports about making the 'Pittsburgher' a national event again, we were all ears. We have watched what Kennedy Motorsports has done over the past racing season and felt they were a great fit to return the 'Pittsburgher' to a major super late model event. One week later we had a deal.'
The 25th edition of the 'Pittsburgher' will return to its original 100 lap format and will be preceded by the $10,000 to-win, 'Let's Get Dirty 50' on Friday, October 11 that will be co-sanctioned with the Kennedy Motorsports United Late Model Series (ULMS). The NDRL sanctioned $25,000 to-win 'Pittsburgher 100' will be run on Saturday, October 12. Both events will also feature the United Emod Series (UEMS) as an undercard while the stars of the UEMS battle for $1,500 to-win on Friday and $3,000 to-win on Saturday.
'We are very excited to be part of the 'new' Pittsburgher weekend,' ULMS Series Director Chris Zuver said. 'We've co-sanctioned the event for the last few years and now to be part of night one with the NDRL and this historical weekend is a true honor. It is mega event for dirt late model racing and dirt emod racing in western Pennsylvania and to help restore the Pittsburgher back to its prominence of a national event is very humbling.'
More details regarding the 25th Annual Silver Anniversary 'Pittsburgher 100' weekend will be announced soon.
Details on rules and format can be obtained by emailing John Kennedy at jkennedy@theNDRL.com or Jason Shank at jshank@theNDRL.com as well as calling the series office at (412) 824-9126 or at www.theNDRL.com.
For more information on this event or the National Dirt Racing League please visit www.theNDRL.com or www.PPMS.com.
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Open Throttle 360 announces second season
By: Tripp Clarke
Regional motorsports show will begin a full second season on PCNC
(Aspinwall, PA - January 15, 2013)...Open Throttle 360, the regional motorsports show created and produced by 321Blink, recently announced plans for a full schedule in 2013, beginning January 16th and running at least through Fall 2013.
Open Throttle 360 airs at 7:30pm on PCNC, and re-air Fridays at 1:30am. The show's creators are considering expanding the broadcast into Eastern OH and possibly Central PA. "We started with an abbreviated season in 2012 and our expectations were confirmed, there is a vibrant regional racing community that is very interested in this type of show," said Tripp Clarke, Producer of Open Throttle 360 and President of 321Blink, the creative agency that was recruited to produce the motorsports show.
Open Throttle 360 covers a wide variety of automotive interests, including the regional race scene, vintage car collectors, high performance vehicles, hot rods and customization, and a variety of topics that would be of interest to the typical automotive enthusiast. "Our goal is to deliver a national-caliber show that caters to the regional racing and motorsports enthusiast", explains Tim McLaughlin, President of 321Blink. "We've taken our experience in corporate video production and social media and applied it to local content creation and people like it," McLaughlin added.
Veteran racing journalist and automotive enthusiast Tom Lang hosts the series, with a rotating chair of co-hosts. "We get a variety of guests who contribute to the show, from drag racers and circle track racers to road course and body shop guys. If it has to do with cars, we cover it," commented Lang.
Open Throttle 360 airs Wednesdays on PCNC at 7:30pm and Fridays at 1:30am. To watch the show trailer and any of the episodes visit www.OpenThrottle360.com.
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2013 PPMS Schedule Announced
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA -- The new year is now underway and that means the 2013 racing season is rapidly approaching; with that in mind Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway is proud to release their 2013 racing schedule.
"Once again this year the first draft of our schedule includes 27 nights of exciting racing action," commented Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "We will showcase each of our weekly divisions with several special events throughout the year. In addition, we are looking forward to the return of the Winged Super Sprints, the B.O.S.S. Wingless Sprints, ARDC Midgets, Kennedy Motorsports ULMS Late Models and the PA Vintage Modifieds. Discussion with several other sanctioning bodies continue and we anticipate a few additions to the schedule in the future."
The biggest change over previous years will be that the first five events on the schedule will be run in the afternoon. An Open Practice will kick off the 2013 season on Saturday, March 30th and the first four regularly scheduled events will also be held on Saturday afternoons. "In the past several years we have lost at least half of our April events to either rain or cold weather; we are hoping that by holding these events in the afternoon we can 'beat Mother Nature' and increase attendance with the warmer afternoon temperatures," said Miley.
Bad Habit and friends were very well received when they made their debut in a full blown Monster Truck show last September and the "four wheeling behemoths" will return to the "Monster Half Mile" on Saturday, June 8th. "We recognize the importance of getting new fans interested in local auto racing and we believe that the monster truck action and the families that enjoy it will also enjoy the weekly short track racing," stated Miley. The Wacky Wheels Figure Eight Division will also be on the racing card that action evening. Stay tuned as additional divisions that will also be in action that night will be announced in the near future.
The Winged Super Sprints and the B.O.S. S. Wingless Sprints will split the four visits by the full size "Open Wheel" competitors. The "winged warriors" will complete on Sunday, June 30th and will return as part of the Red Miley Rumble on Saturday, August 17th. Their 'wingless siblings' will compete on Saturday, June 22nd and Saturday, September 28th.
The always exciting ARDC Midgets will also return for the third consecutive year. The Series' will visit the Bedford Speedway on Friday, August 23rd and then make the final leg of the their Eastern Trek to compete at PPMS the following evening. The two event weekend will provide the midget competitors with the opportunity to tackle two multi-groove half mile tracks and maybe pick up some extra cash if one driver score "back to back" victories.
The Super Series events for the Super Late Models will also return in 2013. The Super Late Model Super Series will consist of three events: the PENNational (Saturday, July 13th), the Red Miley Rumble and the 25th Annual Pittsburgher on Friday and Saturday, September 13th and 14th. A separate set of points will be kept for these three events. The PENNational and the Red Miley Rumble will be sanctioned by the Kennedy Motorsports ULMS Late Model Series and pit the top "Northern Tier" drivers against a strong contingent of PPMS regulars.
The Pro-Late Model Division will be the headliners on five occasions with the 24th Annual Jook George Memorial Classic once again being their "Crown Jewel." The unsanctioned event honors the memory of the late car owner Jook George whose tireless promotion of motorsports is fondly remembered by many PPMS competitors and fans. The specific date of this event will be announced shortly. The newly formed RUSH Touring Series Speedweek event will take place on Saturday, July 13th as part of the PENNational event. The series will also return on Saturday, August 31st. Additional in house specials for the Pro-Late competitors are tentatively scheduled for April 20th and June 1st. Pro-Late competitor can view the RUSH Series rules by visiting their website: www.rushracingseries.com. These five Pro-Late special events will comprise the Pro-Late Sizzler Series with a separate champion being crowned at the end of the 2013 racing season.
PPMS management is also working on determining a date for the Second Annual Ed Laboon Memorial event for the Late Model Sportsman competitors. Additional dates for Wacky Wheels Figure Eight competition will also be announced in the near future.
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway as well as like the PPMS Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
It's going to be an action packed and exciting season at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway so make your plans to join us Saturdays beginning April 6th as we start off the 2013 racing action with afternoon edition of racing at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile."
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National Dirt Racing League Adds 'Pittsburgher' to 2013 Mini-Series
By: NDRL
Pittsburgh, PA (January 19, 2013) The National Dirt Racing League has added the 'Pittsburgher' to their 2013 mini-series schedule. The 25th Annual Silver Anniversary 'Pittsburgher' will be held on Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12 at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway in Imperial, PA, moving from its traditional September weekend.
'We are ecstatic to be working with Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway on this years 'Pittsburgher', NDRL President Jason Shank said. 'The 'Pittsburgher' is a race I grew up with and the fact that we will be presenting the 25th Annual Silver Anniversary 'Pittsburgher' is an honor for the NDRL. Our original plan was to feature our standard $20,000 to-win purse but with it being the 25th Anniversary, we decided to bump the winners share of the purse up to $25,000 to commemorate the unique milestone.' Shank continued, 'NDRL's decision to move the event to the October 11th and 12th weekend was purely a business decision. We felt with that weekend being one of the very few weekends that neither national touring series is in action, it would entice national talent to compete for over $100,000 in total purse money.
'It has always been a goal of Miley Motor Sports to elevate the 'Pittsburgher' back to a National event,' PPMS owner Matt Miley claimed. 'After 43 years in this business, we have realized it often takes patience, timing, and the right people to be involved. When National Dirt Racing League officials approached Miley Motor Sports about making the 'Pittsburgher' a national event again, we were all ears. We have watched what Kennedy Motorsports has done over the past racing season and felt they were a great fit to return the 'Pittsburgher' to a major super late model event. One week later we had a deal.'
The 25th edition of the 'Pittsburgher' will return to its original 100 lap format and will be preceded by the $10,000 to-win, 'Let's Get Dirty 50' on Friday, October 11 that will be co-sanctioned with the Kennedy Motorsports United Late Model Series (ULMS). The NDRL sanctioned $25,000 to-win 'Pittsburgher 100' will be run on Saturday, October 12. Both events will also feature the United Emod Series (UEMS) as an undercard while the stars of the UEMS battle for $1,500 to-win on Friday and $3,000 to-win on Saturday.
'We are very excited to be part of the 'new' Pittsburgher weekend,' ULMS Series Director Chris Zuver said. 'We've co-sanctioned the event for the last few years and now to be part of night one with the NDRL and this historical weekend is a true honor. It is mega event for dirt late model racing and dirt emod racing in western Pennsylvania and to help restore the Pittsburgher back to its prominence of a national event is very humbling.'
More details regarding the 25th Annual Silver Anniversary 'Pittsburgher 100' weekend will be announced soon.
Details on rules and format can be obtained by emailing John Kennedy at jkennedy@theNDRL.com or Jason Shank at jshank@theNDRL.com as well as calling the series office at (412) 824-9126 or at www.theNDRL.com.
For more information on this event or the National Dirt Racing League please visit www.theNDRL.com or www.PPMS.com.
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Newly Formed $20,000 to-win Mini-Series to Kick Off in Kentucky and Missouri!
By: NDRL PR
Pittsburgh, PA (January 18, 2013) Officials are excited to introduce a new super dirt late model mini-series titled the National Dirt Racing League. The NDRL will feature the best of the best in the world of dirt late model racing and offer a base purse of over $80,000. The 2013 NDRL schedule will be solidified with events paying $20,000 to the winner and $1,500 to start.
'We wanted to do something different and exciting for both the drivers and the fans,' said NDRL Owner John Kennedy. 'Obviously the purse and payout that we have established will entice and excite the drivers and the plans we have for the fans will undoubtedly grab their attention as well. The objective with the NDRL is to provide top of the line racing action to everyone in attendance and offer lucrative payouts to the drivers as a reward for their dedication to the sport. All of our events will be one day shows and feature some of the biggest names in dirt late model racing.'
'The goal is to have four to six events that will attract some of the best competitors in the sport,' NDRL President Jason Shank stated. 'Race fans want to see the best talent in one place, and that is what we're aiming at. To do that, we will not schedule against either national series or against events considered 'Crown Jewels'. We are also attempting to schedule events that will be logistically convenient for the nation's top drivers to attend.'
The Inaugural season for the NDRL mini-series will kick off with a $20,000 to-win doubleheader at Paducah (KY) International Raceway on Friday, March 29 and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 Pevely (MO) on Saturday, March 30. The 'Let's Get Dirty 75 at Paducah' and the 'Let's Get Dirty 75 at I-55' will both be $20,000 to-win and $1,500 to-start events.
'We're extremely pleased to have Paducah and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 Pevely host our inaugural events,' Kennedy exclaimed. 'It's going to be a huge weekend for the NDRL drivers and fans. We have plans to make our shows more than just races; we want them to be events. Soon we will be announcing a partnership with a popular country-western artist that will perform at our events as well. Fans will really enjoy what we have planned.'
'Drivers will also be happy with what we have planned,' Shank chimed. 'In addition to our lucrative payout, we will also offer a point fund for the drivers finishing within the top ten in points. The point fund will be over $57,000 including $20,000 to the champion. Drivers finishing in the top ten in points will also have to have 100% attendance to qualify for point fund monies.' Shank continued, 'We'll also have, what we think is a driver and fan friendly format. For the drivers we will split the field in two groups for qualifying and for the fans we will redraw, at minimum, the heat race winners for the feature events.'
More details on the series, rules, and format can be obtained by emailing John Kennedy at jkennedy@theNDRL.com or Jason Shank at jshank@theNDRL.com as well as calling the series office at (412) 824-9126 or at www.theNDRL.com which is slated to launch within the next week.
For more information on these events and the National Dirt Racing League please visit www.theNDRL.com, www.paducahracing.net, or www.I55raceway.com.
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Sweeney RUSH Late Model Tour to join another signature event as part of Hesston's Ultimate October 11-12 for $2,500 to win
By: Mike Leone
(Pulaski, PA)... The Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Touring Series is thrilled to announce it will be part of "The Ultimate" at Hesston Speedway on October 11-12! RUSH will join the Super Lates and the regional Semi-Late division making for a Late Model fan's dream of three Late Model divisions in one weekend at the Huntingdon, Pa. oval! The event is part of the rebirth of the old, traditional and highly-successful "Fall Fest" that was held at The Challenger Raceway in Indiana, Pa.
"The Ultimate" will be another signature marquee event on the inaugural 25-event Sweeney Chevrolet RUSH Touring Series slate with $2,500 to-win, $250 to-start! Qualifying events will be contested on Friday night with the last chance and feature events on Saturday night. A higher tow money package will also be in effect.
"We're very excited to be able to go to Hesston and be part of this event," stated RUSH Co-Director Vicki Emig. "Hesston contacted us right when we were ready to put out our schedule so we put this weekend down as a TBA. We're grateful to be able to offer another high-dollar event for our racers with the same purse structure as the Hagerstown event on April 20. It also continues the growth in the central part of the state and eastern portions of our region."
Since being formed less than two months ago, the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Series has quickly established itself with the region's marquee events and has joined together with many other top sanctioning bodies. RUSH will be part of the "Apple Festival National" at Sharon Speedway, "Fall Classic" at McKean County Raceway, the "Big Kahuna" at Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex, "The Ultimate" at Hesston, and the "Steel City Stampede" at Lernerville Speedway.
The Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Touring Series will also race together with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Roaring Knob and Hagerstown Speedways April 19-20, and several appearances together with the ULMS Super Late Models, Three State Flyers, BRP Big-Block Modified Tour, and the BOSS Wingless Sprint Series.
A complete tour schedule is available at www.rushracingseries.com. RUSH is continuing to work with additional speedways for weekly-sanctioned competition. Stay tuned for more information.
Hesston Speedway is a 4/10-mile semi-banked oval located in the lake and mountain country of Central PA, six miles south of Huntingdon off State Route 26 at 12179 Sawmill Rd., Hesston, PA 16647. For more information, check out their website at www.hesstonspeedway.com or call 814-658-3639 or the track at 814-658-2823 on race day.
E-mail can be sent to the RUSH Racing Series at info@rushracingseries.com and snail mail to 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Office phone is 724-964-9300 and fax is 724-964-0604. The RUSH Racing Series website is www.rushracingseries.com. Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rushlatemodels and follow us on Twitter @RUSHLM.
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Large contingent of Sweeney RUSH LMs headed south to Bubba Raceway Park
By: Mike Leone
(Pulaski, PA)...While the start of the inaugural season is more than two months away for the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Series, more than a dozen Northeast Crate Late Model racers are making final preparations to head south in a little over a week to compete in the five-night "Bubba Army Winter Nationals" for the NeSmith Dirt Late Model Series January 29-February 2 at Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala, FL.
When the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Series was announced two month ago, one of benefits was the alignment with southern stalwart, NeSmith Dirt Late Model Series. Both Series will be under the Crate Racin' USA banner as it expands and further benefits and unites Crate Late Model racing in the nation!
While Bubba Raceway Park recently hosted the eighth annual $10,000 to-win NeSmith "World Championship" on December 1, B.R.P. will now for the first time host the "Winter Nationals". All five nights will be full programs with $2,000 to-win the first four nights and $3,000 to-win on the Saturday finale. There will also be a $10,000 cash point fund as well as an additional $10,000 in contingencies for the top 30 in points for the week-long "Winter Nationals"!
"Mike and I could not be more pleased with the large group of RUSH drivers that will be participating in the Winter Nationals," stated Emig. "This event is going to be a great first step in the alignment of the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Late Models and NeSmith Series and how they will be able to compete together with relative ease in major events into the future."
Doug Horton, who has been a big proponent of the new RUSH Series, will lead the Northeast contingent. The Bruceton Mills, WV standout has won numerous races in the Sunshine State. In 2010, he won five out of six starts at East Bay Speedway Park including the $10,000 "World Championship". In the 2008 "World Championship", Horton finished runner-up to Super Late Model star Jimmy Owens.
Horton's protege, Ryan Montgomery, will be starting his third year of Crate Late Model racing. The 2011 "Futures Cup" Champion is a 15-year-old from Fairmont, WV. Montgomery has won big crate races in the past at the now RUSH-sanctioned tracks of Sharon Speedway and McKean County Raceway. Montgomery's #12 is expected to be one of the top contenders for the 2013 Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Touring Series Championship.
One of the nation's top Crate Late Model racers is Mike Pegher, Jr. The Wexford, Pa. racer will head south where he's made quite a few successful trips in recent years to compete with various different sanctioning bodies and is always a threat to win. In 2010, Pegher won a $6,000 race at Mercer Raceway Park and $5,000 at Eldora Speedway. In 2011, he captured $30,000 at Volunteer Speedway in Bulls Gap, TN. Pegher will again be behind the wheel of the Lynn Geisler-owned #1C in many of the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Tour events in addition to competing in Geisler's Super Late Model.
Making the trip with Pegher is the #2 of Andrew Satterlee. The Rochester Mills, Pa. up and coming racer has won numerous features in the Northeast at several tracks in recent years, and is the son of former Super Late Model star Dave Satterlee.
While he was a spectator and assisted Horton and Montgomery at the 2012 "World Championship" at B.R.P., John Over will take his always-sharp #K2 down to compete this time. The Uniontown, Pa. veteran is excited for the upcoming 2013 season, and was the 2010 and 2011 Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex champion before going on the road last season.
Fresh off his 2012 Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex Championship, Nolan Dalton will represent the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH contingent at Bubba's. The 48-year-old Morgantown, WV native has been a standout racer over the years throughout the Ohio Valley, Northeast, and Mid-Atlantic regions in Super Late Models and E-Mods in his #D2. Dalton recently made the switch to Crate Late Models and has been a front-runner from the get-go.
In 2011, Wayne Robertson made the successful transition from the Super Stocks to Crate Late Models after winning the BRP CanAm Series title in 2010. Though the Corning, NY racer currently lives northeast of the hotbed of Crate Late Model racing in the region, Robertson has made the most of his limited starts with victories at several speedways including a $1,750 score at the "Fall Classic" at McKean County Raceway in 2011 and a $3,000 victory last August in the first ever crate race at the nearby Black Rock Speedway. Robertson has a knack for being fast wherever he travels, and is looking forward to making his first trip south to FL to compete at Bubba's.
Michael Lake was also a spectator at last month's "World Championship", but this time, like Over, will be competing on the track driving his grandfather's Bobby Lake Motorsports #27 entry. The sixth grader at Albert-Gallatin in Uniontown, Pa. is coming off a strong rookie season at Roaring Knob where he recorded eight top 10 finishes, a heat win, and the $500 B feature win on October 21. Lake will be running for the 2013 RUSH "Futures Cup" Championship.
Four Canadian racers will be making the long tow south! Former Super Late Model racer, Darren Peters and his son Jorden will be entering their third year of Crate Late Model racing. Darren was the 2011 Humberstone Speedway Champion, while Jorden was last year's champion winning the first two race of his career! The Peters look to many several trips to the states to run in 2013 and Jorden will be a contender for the "Futures Cup".
Greg Belyea of Frankford, Ontario was a five-time winner at Brighton Speedway in 2012 and finished third in points, while 11th place Brighton Speedway point man Dave McDonald of Brighton. Both racers will join the Peters in their trek from the "Great White North".
Super Late Model and Steel-Block standout, Walker Arthur, has picked up a Crate for his arsenal in 2013 and will get it started at Bubba's. The Forest, Virginia racer expects to make several Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Touring Series starts including the "Battle Down the National Pike" and "Mid-Atlantic Triple Crown" weekends.
Arthur won a pair of $10,000 races in 2012 at the "Fall Classic" at Natural Bridge Speedway and the "Victory Gang Junction" event at County Line Raceway. He was the 2010 and 2011 Steel-Block Bandit Champion, won the 2009 Natural Bridge and Eastside Speedways Two-Track Challenge, and was the 2008 Virginia Motor Speedway Champion.
An open practice will be held on Monday, January 28. For more information on the "Winter Nationals", check out www.bubbaracewaypark.com or www.nesmithracing.com.
E-mail can be sent to the RUSH Racing Series at info@rushracingseries.com and snail mail to 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Office phone is 724-964-9300 and fax is 724-964-0604. The RUSH Racing Series website is www.rushracingseries.com. Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rushlatemodels and follow us on Twitter @RUSHLM.
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RUSH Late Models to make 2 appearances at Sportsman's Speedway in 2013
By: Mike Leone
(Pulaski, PA)...The Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Series is set to go for its inaugural 2013 season with seven weekly-sanctioned speedways and a slate of approximately 25 touring events. Series Directors Vicki Emig and Mike Leone are now excited to announce that Sportsman's Speedway in Knox, Pa. has come on board to host two Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Weekly Series events on Sunday, June 2 and Sunday, August 11.
RUSH racers will now be able to compete at Sportsman's on these nights and earn full points toward the $25,000+ Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Weekly Series Championship. The August 11 date will also allow eligible racers to accumulate points toward the $10,000+ Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC "Summer Chase" program. Of course eligible "Futures Cup" contenders will also be able to count both events toward that championship race as well.
The events will mark the first time Crate Late Models have ever competed at the "fast 1/3rd mile" and will offer a purse similar to other regional weekly-sanctioned speedways. Allegheny Mountain Raceway, a weekly-sanctioned Sunday track 50 miles northeast of Sportsman's, will not be in action on these nights.
"Crate Late Model racers have always asked about racing at Sportsman's," acknowledged Emig. "Allegheny Mountain had a few off nights and with the growth of RUSH, Sportsman's thought this would be the perfect time to give crates the opportunity to race. We have to thank the Colwells for making this possible. With Sportsman's centralized location, the events will be able to draw racers from around the region. These races coupled with the touring event at America's Motorsports Park in Clearfield on July 20 will give racers in the central part of the state some opportunities to race closer to home."
RUSH is working with other speedways in the region to host Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Weekly Series events creating additional opportunities for racers in different areas to be able to accumulate points, and still talking with others about becoming weekly-sanctioned. Stay tuned for these announcements. Tracks wishing to become weekly-sanctioned or simply host an event(s), can call the office at 724-964-9300.
Sportsman's Speedway opened in 1973 and over the years featured most all of the regional divisions including the "410" Sprint Cars, Super Late Models, and Big-Block Modifieds. Sportsman's has long established itself as Sunday night entertainment venue and has been a favorite for families to enjoy its relaxing environment with its noted grassy hillside and unobstructed viewing. Racers have always enjoyed the smooth and racey surface with no fencing or walls in turns one and two or the backstretch.
Today, Sportsman's is operated by Jim and Louise Colwell and features the "358" Modifieds, "305" Sprints, Micro Sprints, and various Stock Car-type divisions on a normal Sunday night at 5 p.m.
Sportsman's is located on Curllsville/Huckleberry Ridge Road just off of Route 208 in Elk City between Knox and Shippenville, Pa. For more information, check out their website at www.sportsmansspeedwayknox.com or call 814-797-1621.
E-mail can be sent to the RUSH Racing Series at info@rushracingseries.com and snail mail to 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Office phone is 724-964-9300 and fax is 724-964-0604. The RUSH Racing Series website is www.rushracingseries.com. Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rushlatemodels and follow us on Twitter @RUSHLM.
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410 Sprints coming to Roaring Knob on Sunday, May 5
By: Mike Leone
(Markleysburg, PA)...Sprint Car enthusiasts throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Mid-Ohio Valley regions will want to mark Sunday, May 5 on their calendars. History will be made as the "410" Sprint Cars will make their first ever appearance at the Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex located off historic US Route 40 in Markleysburg, Pa. The scenic area in Fayette County is about 70 miles southeast of Pittsburgh and just minutes from the West Virginia and Maryland borders.
The "410 Showdown in the Laurel Highlands" won't be just any Sprint Car race, but will boast a healthy purse featuring $4,000 to the winner, a strong $350 to take the green flag of the feature, and $100 to any non-qualifier. The payout will be higher than any weekly event throughout the Commonwealth, and is expected to be the richest non-sanctioned event in 2013 in western Pennsylvania!
With its location, strong payout, and neutral grounds, the event is expected to draw cars from western and central Pennsylvania, northeastern Ohio, and the Mid-Ohio Valley.
"Going to Roaring Knob over the years, I always thought it would be a great place to see the Sprint Cars," stated Mike Leone. "It's kind of the best of both worlds as it's still somewhat of small track at 3/8-mile, but it's wide sweeping turns gives it that big track feel. It's a great place to watch the races with no obstructions whether it's from the grandstands, hillside grass seating or drive-in parking. Plus it's always fun to see Sprints at a new place and The Knob's location should draw an interesting field of cars!"
Roaring Knob is one of the relative new tracks in Pennsylvania as it opened its gates for the first time in 1998. Over the years, Roaring Knob has contested events for most every division in the region, while holding steadfast to its headlining Super Late Models.
Current owner/promoter Rick Jones took over "The Knob" in 2010. Today, Roaring Knob continues to be one to the top Super Late Model tracks in Pennsylvania. This season, Roaring Knob will again host the nationally-known Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series as well as regional groups like the Three State Flyers and the Appalachian Speedweek. Roaring Knob has also become prominent in the Crate Late Model world with strong weekly car counts and big touring events under the RUSH Dirt Late Model Series banner.
"I've always enjoyed the Sprint Cars," acknowledged Jones. "I haven't been in 410 Sprint Car country with the tracks that I've promoted over the years, but always wanted to try a show. I talked to Mike about it, and we came up with a good payoff that should give incentive to racers from all over the region to come. The other key was finding a date that didn't conflict with anyone else, which wasn't as easy it sounds. We wanted to get this announced early so people can make plans to be part of this historic, can't miss event!"
From its early days of growing out of the old Super Modifieds in the 1960s, the Sprint Cars quickly became one of the most popular divisions in the Keystone State. In years gone by, tracks like Motordrome 70, Morgantown, Jennerstown, and Bedford would have been the closest to Roaring Knob to hold weekly Sprint Car racing. Today, the Pennsylvania tracks of Williams Grove, Lincoln, Port Royal, Lernerville, and Mercer continue to run them on a weekly basis. Also, not too far is the Ohio Valley Sprint Car Association that hosts weekly action at Ohio's Skyline Speedway and other speedways in southern Ohio and West Virginia.
Stay tuned for more information as the event draws near. Mike Leone can be contacted at 724-967-2363, mikeleone@zoominternet.net, or on Twitter @mikevleone.
Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex is a 3/8-mile clay oval located near Markleysburg, Pa. just off of scenic Route 40 at 380 Fearer Road (look for the road sign) just seven miles east of Nemacolin Woodlands on the right, one mile west of Yough Lake on the left. Check out the website at www.roaringknob.com or call 410-857-3821 (office) or 724-329-0306 on race day.
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Open Throttle 360 announces second season
By: Tripp Clarke
Regional motorsports show will begin a full second season on PCNC
(Aspinwall, PA - January 15, 2013) Open Throttle 360, the regional motorsports show created and produced by 321Blink, recently announced plans for a full schedule in 2013, beginning January 16th and running at least through Fall 2013. Open Throttle 360 airs at 7:30pm on PCNC, and re-air Fridays at 1:30am. The show's creators are considering expanding the broadcast into Eastern OH and possibly Central PA.
"We started with an abbreviated season in 2012 and our expectations were confirmed, there is a vibrant regional racing community that is very interested in this type of show, " said Tripp Clarke, Producer of Open Throttle 360 and President of 321Blink, the creative agency that was recruited to produce the motorsports show.
Open Throttle 360 covers a wide variety of automotive interests, including the regional race scene, vintage car collectors, high performance vehicles, hot rods and customization, and a variety of topics that would be of interest to the typical automotive enthusiast.
"Our goal is to deliver a national-caliber show that caters to the regional racing and motorsports enthusiast", explains Tim McLaughlin, President of 321Blink. "We've taken our experience in corporate video production and social media and applied it to local content creation and people like it," McLaughlin added.
Veteran racing journalist and automotive enthusiast Tom Lang hosts the series, with a rotating chair of co-hosts. "We get a variety of guests who contribute to the show, from drag racers and circle track racers to road course and body shop guys. If it has to do with cars, we cover it," commented Lang.
Open Throttle 360 airs Wednesdays on PCNC at 7:30pm and Fridays at 1:30am. To watch the show trailer and any of the episodes visit www.OpenThrottle360.com.
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K-C/Atomic Speedway For Sale
By: Scott Wolfe
CHILLICOTHE, OHIO- The historic Atomic Speedway, most recently Schrader's K-C Raceway, near Chillicothe, Ohio is "for sale" according to Jim Nier, Sr. and the Nier family, owners of the nationally known racing landmark. The speedway, known as "Ohio's fastest 3/8 mile high banked dirt track", did not operate in 2012, ending the 2011 season with another successful Dirt Track World Championship and a November Invitational.
From 2009 through 2011 the speedway was owned and operated by Jeff and Vicki Schrader. The ownership of the speedway reverted back to the Nier's in February 2012. The previous seven years, the Nier family operated the speedway and transformed the facility from a local Saturday night dirt track to a first-class, nationally recognized racing operation. Many national events and nationally recognized sanctioning bodies including the World of Outlaws sprints and late models, Lucas Oil Late Models, AMA Motorcycles, United States Auto Club, and All-Star Circuit of Champions were among those making stops at the track during this time.
During the past year, the speedway has undergone a facelift and according to Jim Nier, Sr. is "Race Ready and a total turn-key operation with the exception of a part we have yet to replace on the grader. We want to see this place open in 2013. We have put a lot of time and money into restoring this place to a first class operation. All we need is a buyer. I WANT to see the track open in 2013."
Nier added, "There is a lot of history here. This place needs to be open. We haven't just let it sit. We've repaired what needed repaired, and made additional upgrades. All someone will have to do is sign a check and go racing. If it was warmer and drier, you could open tomorrow."
Over 500 tons of new clay has been put on the track and another several hundred ton will be onsite for the new owner within the next few weeks. The asking price is $750,000 'negotiable'."
"The land is worth a large chunk of that, not counting all the buildings, the track, the two kitchens, buildings, and all the equipment. Yes, there have been rumors of buyers, but it's just that--rumors. We have had some interest, but no one has come up with the money."
Last February, Jimmy Nier said, "The track is again 100 percent mine. And the whole operation is up for sale. If I keep it, the track will not open. At this point in my life I want to dedicate my time to my racing and my family."
Nier is a talented Sprint car driver in the Midwest and is a two-time K-C Champion as well as winning a "Night the Stars Come Out" championship and posting wins with the All-Star Circuit of Champions. Most recently, Nier has been one of the top guns in the Ohio Valley Sprint Car circuit.
Among the features at the speedway are a spacious state-of-the-art Press Box with inside stadium seating for 75 sponsors, guests, or other suitors; a first-class sound system, computer scoring system, new kitchens in the main grandstand area and pit area, quality restrooms, a Musco sports-lighting system, two ponds, and numerous acreage for camping and the hosting of large events. The seating capacity for the facility is 7,500, which was filled at nearly every big event including the Dirt Track World Championship, Carl Short's Crown Jewell.
An added positive is the upturn in the economy which saw the Jackson County Speedway reopen in 2011 and the Legendary Hilltop Speedway and Wayne County Speedway reopen with successful reviews this past year.
In 1953, a group of Chillicothe businessmen realized a plan that had been in the making for several years. The group, which consisted of racing fans, drivers, and car owners, sought to provide a premier racing facility for the rapidly growing sport they knew as Stock Car Racing. It was a sport they lived and loved. It was the vision of this particular group of men--the Chillicothe Stock Car Racing Association-- that led to the construction of Atomic Speedway, which became known nationwide as K-C Raceway in 1985.
As of October 14, 2011 K-C Raceway once again became Atomic Speedway in a move the Schrader's hoped would help bring prosperity back to the track.
Nier noted that the track "was a money maker and once again can be a money maker".
For more information about Atomic Speedway, please contact Jim Nier at 340 Bailey Chapel Rd, Piketon, OH 45661-9673 or call 1-740-289-2629 or (740) 289-3925. Serious inquiries only!
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2013 PPMS Schedule Announced
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA -- The new year is now underway and that means the 2013 racing season is rapidly approaching; with that in mind Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway is proud to release their 2013 racing schedule.
"Once again this year the first draft of our schedule includes 27 nights of exciting racing action," commented Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "We will showcase each of our weekly divisions with several special events throughout the year. In addition, we are looking forward to the return of the Winged Super Sprints, the B.O.S.S. Wingless Sprints, ARDC Midgets, Kennedy Motorsports ULMS Late Models and the PA Vintage Modifieds. Discussion with several other sanctioning bodies continue and we anticipate a few additions to the schedule in the future."
The biggest change over previous years will be that the first five events on the schedule will be run in the afternoon. An Open Practice will kick off the 2013 season on Saturday, March 30th and the first four regularly scheduled events will also be held on Saturday afternoons. "In the past several years we have lost at least half of our April events to either rain or cold weather; we are hoping that by holding these events in the afternoon we can 'beat Mother Nature' and increase attendance with the warmer afternoon temperatures," said Miley.
Bad Habit and friends were very well received when they made their debut in a full blown Monster Truck show last September and the "four wheeling behemoths" will return to the "Monster Half Mile" on Saturday, June 8th. "We recognize the importance of getting new fans interested in local auto racing and we believe that the monster truck action and the families that enjoy it will also enjoy the weekly short track racing," stated Miley. The Wacky Wheels Figure Eight Division will also be on the racing card that action evening. Stay tuned as additional divisions that will also be in action that night will be announced in the near future.
The Winged Super Sprints and the B.O.S. S. Wingless Sprints will split the four visits by the full size "Open Wheel" competitors. The "winged warriors" will complete on Sunday, June 30th and will return as part of the Red Miley Rumble on Saturday, August 17th. Their 'wingless siblings' will compete on Saturday, June 22nd and Saturday, September 28th.
The always exciting ARDC Midgets will also return for the third consecutive year. The Series' will visit the Bedford Speedway on Friday, August 23rd and then make the final leg of the their Eastern Trek to compete at PPMS the following evening. The two event weekend will provide the midget competitors with the opportunity to tackle two multi-groove half mile tracks and maybe pick up some extra cash if one driver score "back to back" victories.
The Super Series events for the Super Late Models will also return in 2013. The Super Late Model Super Series will consist of three events: the PENNational (Saturday, July 13th), the Red Miley Rumble and the 25th Annual Pittsburgher on Friday and Saturday, September 13th and 14th. A separate set of points will be kept for these three events. The PENNational and the Red Miley Rumble will be sanctioned by the Kennedy Motorsports ULMS Late Model Series and pit the top "Northern Tier" drivers against a strong contingent of PPMS regulars.
The Pro-Late Model Division will be the headliners on five occasions with the 24th Annual Jook George Memorial Classic once again being their "Crown Jewel." The unsanctioned event honors the memory of the late car owner Jook George whose tireless promotion of motorsports is fondly remembered by many PPMS competitors and fans. The specific date of this event will be announced shortly. The newly formed RUSH Touring Series Speedweek event will take place on Saturday, July 13th as part of the PENNational event. The series will also return on Saturday, August 31st. Additional in house specials for the Pro-Late competitors are tentatively scheduled for April 20th and June 1st. Pro-Late competitor can view the RUSH Series rules by visiting their website: www.rushracingseries.com. These five Pro-Late special events will comprise the Pro-Late Sizzler Series with a separate champion being crowned at the end of the 2013 racing season.
PPMS management is also working on determining a date for the Second Annual Ed Laboon Memorial event for the Late Model Sportsman competitors. Additional dates for Wacky Wheels Figure Eight competition will also be announced in the near future.
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway as well as like the PPMS Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
It's going to be an action packed and exciting season at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway so make your plans to join us Saturdays beginning April 6th as we start off the 2013 racing action with afternoon edition of racing at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile."
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Sweeney RUSH Dirt Late Model Series regional meetings informative and successful
By: Mike Leone
(Pulaski, PA)...The Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Dirt Late Model Series wrapped up its preseason informational meetings for the upcoming inaugural 2013 racing season this past weekend (January 4-6). The three meetings held at Rock n' Ricks (Limestone, NY), Town & Country (New Castle, PA), and the North Union Twp. Rec. Center (Uniontown, PA) were very successful.
Over 200 people attended the meetings, which included racers, track promoters, engine rebuilders, tech officials, and others interested in the Sweeney Buick GMC RUSH Series. Series Directors Vicki Emig and Mike Leone welcomed the attendees, and went over RUSH's vision and the many programs that are being offered.
NeSmith Dirt Late Model Series Founder Mike Vaughn and Competition Director Tim Sims spoke about the alliance that has been formed between the two series under the Crate Racin' USA banner. Discussions also took place concerning their strong teching program that will be infused into the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Series, and the support will be providing to RUSH's technical staff.
Various rules were discussed and after conversations with promoters and racers, the previously posted weight, spoiler, and carburetor rules were modified to come into line with what Crate Late Model racers in the Northeast in the past were accustomed to.
"We really have to thank everyone for their support and participation in these meetings," explained Emig. "The turnout and interest in the Series was tremendous. We received a lot of positive feedback and are now anticipating the start of the new season. We are very pleased to see that it looks like the region will once again have a lot of new Crate Late Model racers, and it continues to be refreshing to see more new young blood getting into the Series."
Many drivers took advantage of the Sweeny Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Series Charter Membership offer that features a 10% discount on the membership fees (Weekly and Touring) for life. The offer will continue through January 31, 2013. Several drivers also are anxious to take advantage of the $100 savings on a Sweeney GM 604 engine by being one of the first 10 to purchase an engine that are RUSH members. The offer also applies with $100 off of a GM 602 engine and $200 off of a CT 525.
Thanks to good friend and statistician Rich Berry, one free membership was drawn at each meeting for all attending drivers/owners. The winners were new racer Clint Haskins on Friday, and car owners Terry Hoover and Denny Angelicchio on Saturday and Sunday respectively.
"We'd be remiss if we didn't thank Mike and Tim for making the trip up from the south," stated Leone. "I think they clearly showed everyone how much they are behind us and the support they will offer as we move forward. They truly enjoyed meeting the racers, promoters, officials, and rebuilders. It's also exciting know that several Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH Series racers will be participating in the NeSmith Winternational events at Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala, Florida at the end of the month."
Meanwhile, the 2013 Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Touring Series schedule continues to near completion, and is expected to be released in the coming weeks.
E-mail can be sent to the RUSH Racing Series at info@rushracingseries.com and snail mail to 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Office phone is 724-964-9300 and fax is 724-964-0604. The RUSH Racing Series website is www.rushracingseries.com. Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rushlatemodels and follow us on Twitter @RUSHLM.
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Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Announces 2013 Schedule
By: Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series PR
WAYCROSS, GA (October 29, 2012) - After completing another successful season in 2012; where Jimmy Owens of Newport, TN won his second consecutive LOLMDS National Championship; series officials are pleased to announce the 2013 schedule. The premier national touring dirt late model series has 44 confirmed dates in 20 different states on the schedule for 2013. Series officials have worked hard to complete the schedule and release it to the public, so that racers, promoters, and all the great fans of the series can start making plans to attend in 2013. The series completed forty-three (43) events in 2012, with an average of forty-four (44) cars per event. There were fifteen different (15) winners in 2012 with Don O'Neal leading the series with eleven (11) wins.
Heading into 2013, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is ecstatic to work with so many great promoters and confirming all dates on the schedule. The series will have twelve (12) events paying more than $10,000 to win, including several marquee events on the schedule again in 2013. The 2013 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series national tour will kick off at the "Clay by the Bay" on February 11th with the six consecutive nights of action packed racing during the 37th Annual Winternationals at East Bay Raceway Park in Tampa, FL. The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will again sanction some of the sport's biggest events such as the Commonwealth 100, Show-Me 100, Silver Dollar Nationals, North/South 100, COMP Cams Topless 100, Hillbilly Hundred, Jackson 100, Knoxville Late Model Nationals and the season finale Dirt Track World Championship.
Several events on the schedule have increased their purse monies for the 2013 season. The 21st Annual Show-Me 100 on the Memorial Day Weekend will add $10,000 to the overall purse for the feature event including increasing the start money to $1,500 to start the main event. Drivers failing to transfer into the feature event will now receive $250 up from last years $100. The 21st Annual COMP Cams Topless 100 held at Batesville Motor Speedway will again pay $40,000 to win. Moonie Starr is pleased to announce a new sponsor has come on board for the event, Crop Production Services, an agricultural retail supplier doing business in 48 states. With the added sponsorship to the COMP Cams Topless 100 there will be two additional starting positions added to the 100-lap feature event. Moonie Starr will also add an additional $15,000 in cash monies to the B-mains to give racers more chances to earn money at next year's event setting up what should be a great field of cars for the COMP Cams Topless 100 in August.
"The 2012 season was another great year. We feel that we have the best show in Dirt Late Model Racing, and I can't thank our promoters, my staff, our drivers, car owners, sponsors, and our fans enough for their support. Lucas Oil and our Team Lucas partners have put together a great infrastructure for making the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series the foremost national late model touring series in the country", stated Ritchie Lewis, Director-Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series.
To learn more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit the official website atwww.lucasdirt.com.
Be sure to visit the series on our social media outlets as well at: http://www.facebook.com/lucasdirt and http://twitter.com/#!/lucasdirt.
2013 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Schedule
Date |
Track |
Location |
To Win |
February 11 |
East Bay Raceway Park
37th Annual Winternationals |
Tampa, FL |
$5,000 |
February 12 |
East Bay Raceway Park
37th Annual Winternationals |
Tampa, FL |
$5,000 |
February 13 |
East Bay Raceway Park
37th Annual Winternationals |
Tampa, FL |
$7,000 |
February 14 |
East Bay Raceway Park
37th Annual Winternationals |
Tampa, FL |
$7,000 |
February 15 |
East Bay Raceway Park
37th Annual Winternationals |
Tampa, FL |
$10,000 |
February 16 |
East Bay Raceway Park
37th Annual Winternationals |
Tampa, FL |
$10,000 |
March 23 |
Brownstown Speedway
16th Annual Indiana Icebreaker |
Brownstown, IN |
$10,000 |
April 5 |
Jackson Motor Speedway |
Byram, MS |
$10,000 |
April 6 |
Lonestar Speedway
High Banks Havoc |
Kilgore, TX |
$10,000 |
April 12 & 13 |
Virginia Motor Speedway
Commonwealth 100 |
Saluda, VA |
$25,000 |
April 19 |
Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex |
Markleysburg, PA |
$10,000 |
April 20 |
Hagerstown Speedway
32nd Annual Stanley Schetrompf Classic |
Hagerstown, MD |
$10,000 |
May 3 |
Tri-City Speedway
Spring Classic 50 |
Pontoon Beach, IL |
$10,000 |
May 4 |
Paducah International Raceway |
Paducah, KY |
$10,000 |
May 10 |
Hartford Motor Speedway |
Hartford, MI |
$10,000 |
May 11 |
LaSalle Speedway
Spring Shootout |
LaSalle, IL |
$10,000 |
May 16, 17, 18 |
Batesville Motor Speedway
Bad Boy 98 |
Batesville, AR |
$20,000 |
May 23, 24, 25 |
Lucas Oil Speedway
21st Annual Show-Me 100 |
Wheatland, MO |
$30,000 |
May 31 |
Tazewell Speedway |
Tazewell, TN |
$10,000 |
June 1 |
Florence Speedway
27th Annual Ralph Latham Memorial |
Walton, KY |
$10,000 |
June 14 & 15 |
Magnolia Motor Speedway
Clash at the Mag |
Columbus, MS |
$20,000 |
June 20 |
Swainsboro Raceway |
Swainsboro, GA |
$10,000 |
June 21 |
Cherokee Speedway |
Gaffney, SC |
$10,000 |
June 22 |
Wythe Raceway |
Rural Retreat, VA |
$10,000 |
July 3 |
Muskingum County Speedway |
Zanesville, OH |
$10,000 |
July 4 |
Portsmouth Raceway Park |
Portsmouth, OH |
$10,000 |
July 12 |
Tri-City Speedway
Battle at the Beach 50 |
Pontoon Beach, IL |
$10,000 |
July 13 |
Lucas Oil Speedway
Diamond Nationals |
Wheatland, MO |
$10,000 |
July 18, 19, 20 |
I-80 Speedway
Silver Dollar Nationals |
Greenwood, NE |
$25,000 |
July 26 |
Stateline Speedway |
Busti, NY |
$10,000 |
July 27 |
Hagerstown Speedway
32nd Annual Cononcocheague 50 |
Hagerstown, MD |
$10,000 |
August 8, 9, 10 |
Florence Speedway
31st Annual North/South 100 |
Walton, KY |
$50,000 |
August 15, 16, 17 |
Batesville Motor Speedway
21st Annual Topless 100 |
Batesville, AR |
$40,000 |
August 22 |
Volunteer Speedway
10th Annual Scorcher |
Bulls Gap, TN |
$10,000 |
August 24 |
Lawrenceburg Speedway
Whiskey City 50 |
Lawrenceburg, IN |
$10,000 |
August 31 |
Portsmouth Raceway Park
River Days Rumble |
Portsmouth, OH |
$15,000 |
September 1 |
I-77 Raceway Park
Hillbilly 100 |
Ripley, WV |
$25,000 |
September 20, 21 |
Brownstown Speedway
"34th Annual Jackson 100" |
Brownstown, IN |
$20,000 |
September 26 |
Knoxville Raceway
10th Annual Late Model Nationals |
Knoxville, IA |
$7,000 |
September 27 |
Knoxville Raceway
10th Annual Late Model Nationals |
Knoxville, IA |
$7,000 |
September 28 |
Knoxville Raceway
10th Annual Late Model Nationals |
Knoxville, IA |
$40,000 |
October 5 |
Dixie Speedway
"Dixie Shootout" |
Woodstock, GA |
$10,000 |
October 6 |
Rome Speedway
"Rome Rumble" |
Rome, GA |
$10,000 |
October 18, 19 |
Portsmouth Raceway Park
33rd Annual Dirt Track World Championship" |
Portsmouth, OH |
$50,000 |
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DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede postponed until April 13, 2013
By: Eric Westendorf
Sarver, PA (October 27, 2013) Dreary conditions and light but steady rain has forced the postponement of tonights conclusion of the Fourth Annual DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede. Tomorrows forecast suggests equally cold & wet conditions forcing the rain date to be moved to Saturday, April 13.
All two-day and three-day passes and wristbands will be honored on the April 13 rain date and the lineups for the B-Mains and features will be locked for the event. Any new/late additions will be permitted to tail the B-Mains or potentially the A-mains of divisions with lower car counts.
More details about the re-scheduled conclusion of the DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede will be released as the event nears in the spring.
Lernerville Speedway would like to thank all the drivers, car owners, crews, sponsors, officials, employees and of course the finest race fans in the world for a fantastic 2012 season. We greatly look forward to bringing you the best weekly program in the country, as well as the Seventh Annual Firecracker 100 presented by GottaRace.com and the Don Martin Memorial Silver Cup XXII in 2013!
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Rex King wins $1,010 Drive to be a Champion Crown in Big-Block Mods at Sharon over Murdick and Bolland
By: Mike Leone
Hartford, OH...October 26, 2012 The Big-Block Modifieds have been a weekly featured attraction at Sharon Speedway since dirt replaced the asphalt in 1981. Over the years, drivers like Lou Blaney, Bob Kraus, Rex King, Jim Weller, John Braymer, and Tim Doran set a standard in the Modified division like none other.
While the Big-Block Modifieds have lost some of its popularity in recent years, Sharon has tried to preserve the division. This year, DIRTcar was brought on to sanction the division to bring the rules in line with Lernerville Speedway and to offer additional monies and incentives for the racers.
Another program added in 2012 was the inaugural "Drive to be a Champion" In Memory of Lou Blaney. The program looked at drivers' best 10 finishes during 2012 with the addition of 10 bonus points for attending the "Lou Blaney Memorial". Thanks to Carpenter's Towing, Colonial Metals, Lightning Racers, Wedge Motorsports, Dave Blaney Racing, and the Tom Keir Family, $1,830 was put into a point fund.
While Rex King battled Dave Murdick right down to the final night in the Governor Insurance Agency DIRTcar Big-Block Modified points only to come up six points shy to Murdick in his bid for his third straight track championship and fifth overall, King though was able to garner the $1,010 "Drive to be a Champion" title by 20 points over Murdick!
The Bristolville, Ohio driver's three victories in the KMB, Inc-owned, GS Engine Power/Bristol Disposal/Midway Garage Doors/RD Banks Chevrolet/Longboyz Tavern/Hunyady Auction/Campbells Hydroponics-sponsored #65 brought his all-time total up to 42 wins, which is second on the track's all-time win list.
Besides his championship monies, Murdick of Butler, Pa. will receive an additional $510 at the awards banquet on February 2 thanks to his runner-up in the "Drive to be a Champion". Murdick matched King's three wins, but had two less runner-up finishes, one less third place, and also lost 10 points to King by not being able to compete in the "Lou Blaney Memorial".
Also taking a share of the point fund in third is Kevin Bolland. Despite only competing in nine events, the New Brighton, Pa. veteran made the most of his point opportunities with three wins including the prestigious "Lou Blaney Memorial" and was able to outgain Rex King, Jr. by 10 points to secure the final points paying position. Bolland's 21 career wins place him just outside the top five, one win behind Braymer and two back of Weller for the fourth position.
FINAL Top 10 "Drive to be a Champion" DIRTcar Big-Block Modified Points: 1. Rex King (65) 292 2. Dave Murdick (61) 272 3. Kevin Bolland (777) 243 4. Rex King, Jr. (165) 233 5. Jim Weller (31) 208 6. Dean Pearson (8J) 204 7. Jeremiah Shingledecker (37MD) 194 8. Tom Mattocks (69) 177 9. Carl Murdick (6) 173 10. Kevin Hoffman (17H) 172.
Sharon Speedway is owned by the Blaney, Weller, and Kirila Families and is a 3/8-mile dirt track located on Custer-Orangeville Road in Hartford, Ohio near the intersection of Routes 7 & 305. For more information, check out the website at www.sharonspeedway.com or call 330-772-5481. Become a fan of Sharon Speedway on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sharonspeedway and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sharonspdwy.
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Monster Mania Cancelled; 2012 PPMS Season Complete
By: PPMS PR
PITTSBURGH, PA - October 5, 2012 - The Monster Mania event scheduled for Saturday, October 6th at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway has been cancelled. The event will not be rescheduled and the 2012 season at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile" is now complete.
"Based on the forecast for a 70% chance of rain and falling temperatures we felt it was in the best interest of the race teams and fans to cancel this Saturday's action," stated Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "While we are disappointed that the Monster Mania event is cancelled we also felt it was important to make a decision early enough to prevent the team's and fans from incurring any additional travel expenses."
PPMS management would like to thank all of the race teams and fans for their support in 2012. In addition, the speedway management is already working on the 2013 schedule and anticipates that the UFo, Modified Tour, ARDC midgets, Steel Block Bandits and B.O.S.S. events will be on next year's schedule as officials from all of these organizations have expressed a desire to return to the Imperial, PA oval.
The annual speedway banquet will be held in March, 2013 and the 2013 racing season will officially get underway on Saturday, April 6, 2013.
Over the next several months fans and race teams are encouraged to visit the speedway website, www.ppms.com, for additional information. In addition, PPMS will provide updates via the speedway's Facebook page, and via Twitter. We also look forward to increasing our social media presence via Pinterest and Instagram.
Thank you again for a great 2012 season and we look forward to your continued support in 2013 as the racing action at PPMS will be better than ever.
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Norris, Lukon, Sodeman Jr., Carbo, Hileman, Wiery all win at Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway on Saturday Night September 29, 2012
By: MIley Motorsports
PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 29, 2012 - Sarver PA's Michael Norris picked up his 3rd feature of the season in the Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DIRTcar Super Late Models. Denton Boyer grabbed the lead at the start and led the first two laps, when Kyle Lukon took over on lap 3. Lukon was looking for his second win of the night, when a yellow came out on lap 7 for Jim Stephens, who banged the back straight wall, after another car kicked water up from the infield. Stephens was thru for the night. While on the yellow, it was discovered Lukon was dragging something, and was done for the night. This put Norris (who charged from 10th) out front and from that point the race was over as Norris built up a big lead in the remaining green flag laps. John Mollick had his best run of the season in second as did third finishing Brandon Burgoon. Daryl Charlier was fourth, while Alex Ferree nipped Denton Boyer for fifth. Dusty Hamrick had a solid 7th in only his second ever appearance at the track, followed by Ben Miley, Rick Armstrong and newcomer Lance Smith. Heats went to Daryl Charlier and Tommy Beck. Norris picked up the Awesome Hard Charger award while Hamrick was the K&N Performer of the race.
The Brougher's Machine Shop Fastrak Crate Lates had Burgettstown PA's Kyle Lukon add another win to his season total by picking up the 20 lap main in exciting fashion. Mike Reft grabbed the lead at the start and led the first 17 laps over Justin Lamb, while an intense battle was going on for 3-7 behind. On lap 17 Tyler Atkinson hit the back straight wall while being lapped bringing out the races first caution. On the restart, Colton Flinner (driving a new car owned by Ken Chernik), got by Lamb, and got beside Reft, and the pair tangled, allowing Lamb to take the lead and shuffled Reft back to fifth. The next lap Flinner slowed bringing out the yellow, and his night was over with a broken driveshaft. The restart had Lamb leading Lukon. Lukon got the jump and rolled to the win. It was his 4th of the season. Lamb had his best run of the season in second, with Toby Massie also having his best run of the year in third, followed by Steve Beatty, Nico Dabecco, Laura Lukon, Chuck Medved, Reft, Scott Schempp, and Brian Goebel. The heats fell to Tom Schirnhofer Jr., and Nico Dabecco. The K&N Performer was Chuck Medved
In the BOSS Sprints special, Youngstown OH's Jack Sodeman Jr. picked up his second PPMS feature in a row, and second BOSS win of the season. Andre Layfield, who won the earlier BOSS race this season at PPMS, grabbed the lead at the start and led the first 4 laps until the yellow came for a tangle in turn three. On the restart, Layfield was back out front, only to spin coming of turn four, bringing out the yellow, and putting Layfield to the rear. This put Jack Sodeman Jr. in the top spot followed by Mark Cassella. Sodeman led the next 11 laps, when the red came out when Adam Miller and Lewie Christian tangled, and Christian flipped. He was OK Sodeman jumped out on the restart and opened up a lead over Cassella until lap 21 when Francis Sesco tagged the wall in three and four leaving a four lap dash to the checker. Sodeman was up to the task, and held off Cassella for the win. He was the first repeat winner in the series in ten races. Cassella was second followed by Steve Irwin, Tony Beaber, with Andre Layfield rolling back up to fifth from the tail. Dallas Hewitt was sixth followed by Dustin Smith, Mike Miller, Derrick Hastings, and Chuck Wilson. The four heats for the 29 cars on hand saw Mark Cassella, Andre Layfield, Dallas Hewitt and Steve Irwin pick up the victories. Tony Beaber won the B-Main. Charlie Cornelius became the second ever car to flip out of the ballpark at PPMS, flipping out of turn one in the B-Main and ending up in the trees that line the access road. He was OK.
The Sunoco Race Fuels DIRTcar Late Model Sportsman feature had Sarver PA's Wayne Carbo pick up his 3rd win of 2012. Pat Hanley led the first lap, with Nick Kocuba taking over on lap 2. The next lap Carl Weidenhofer (driving the Huchko #60) flipped to bring out the red.t\ He was uninjured. On the restart Joey Koteles took over first. Koteles, who has been running well the past several week's was looking strong and looking for his first PPMS win. His fine ride ended on lap 10, when he got a flat right rear and slowed bringing out the races last caution. Wayne Carbo took over first at this point, while a battle for second raged between Kocuba, Pat Weldon and Simmons. Simmons (who started last, due to losing a wheel in his heat) took over second on lap 14, but was not able to reel in Carbo. So at the checker, it was Carbo, Simmons, Kocuba, Weldon, Danny Rich (in the #18), Bob Egley, Gary Koteles (in the #13), Eric Piotrowski, Mitch Wattelet and Josh Langer. Gary Koteles was the K&N Performer of the race. The heats had Joey Koteles and Pat Weldon take the wins.
Fayette County racer Jonathon Hillman made his first start at PPMS a winning one in the Miley BP Car Wash Hobby Stocks. Hillman, who usually runs on the asphalt at Motordrome took the lead on lap 3 from Gary Smith and led the remaining laps. Gary Smith was second followed by Christian Schneider, Jon Scott, Bernie Blair Jr., Chase Evans, and Don Black (the K&N Performer of the race).
The Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns had newcomer Nick Wiery, Niles, OH win his first feature in his first ever start. Wiery recovered after a tangle with 2012 point champ Logan Crewl to pick up the win. At the finish it was Wiery, O.B. Huff, Roman O'Neill, Logan Crewl and David Ostrander. Ostrander was also dubbed the K&N Performer of the race.
One more race remains on the 2012 PPMS Schedule; on October 6 Monster Mania for the 410 Sprints, BRP Modifieds, Late Models, Crate Lates, and Sportsman classes will close the 2012 season. The race will start one hour earlier at 6:00PM. Regular shows consist of Super Late Models, Fastrak Pro Late Models, Late Model Sportsman, Hobby Stocks, and Young Guns. Effective for the remainder of the season, in the event of any Saturday rainout the management will utilize a Sunday evening raindate. Times for the Sunday evening will start 1 hour earlier, with Gates opening at 4:00PM, Hot Laps at 5:00PM, and Racing at 6:00PM. For more info on PPMS Schedule see the website http://www.ppms.com/
SUMMARY - September 29, 2012
Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DirtCar Super Late Models
Heats - 12 Daryl Charlier and 91Tommy Beck
Feature (25 Laps) - 1. 72 Michael Norris, 2. 4J John Mollick, 3. 02 Brandon Burgoon, 4. 12 Daryl Charlier, 5. 10 Alex Ferree, 6. 56 Denton Boyer, 7. X Dusty Hamrick, 8. 99 Ben Miley, 9. 21A Rick Armstrong, 10. 18J Lance Smith, 11. T2 Greg Hauger, 12. 33C Damon Haught, 13. B8 Tom Bateman, 14. 91 Tommy Beck, 15. 1 Kyle Lukon, 16. 38 Jim Stephans, DNS - 2J Mike Johnson
Awesome Hard Charger - 72 Michael Norris
K&N Performer - X Dusty Hamrick
BOSS Wingless Sprints
Heats - 91 Mark Cassella, 21 Andre Layfield, 2M Dallas Hewitt and 1 Steve Irwin
B-Main - 3T Tony Beaber
Feature (25 Laps) - 1. 23 Jack Sodeman Jr., 2. 91 Mark Cassella, 3. 1 Steve Irwin, 4. 3T Tony Beaber, 5. 21 Andre Layfield, 6. 2M Dallas Hewitt, 7. 37 Dustin Smith, 8. 82 Mike Miller, 9. 32M Derrick Hastings, 10. 31 Chuck Wilson, 11. 91X Aaron Middaugh, 12. 13 Brandon Matus, 13. 57B Brandon Spithaler, 14. 14 Chad Wilson, 15. 27 Skip Daugherty, 16. 33 Brent Matus, 17. 5M Jim McMillen, 18. 2S Francis Sesco, 19. 24M Adam Miller, 20. 8 Lewie Christian, 21. 59J Kirk Jeffries
22. 45 Landon Simon, 23. 7K Dan Shetler, 24. 5B Adam Anderson, DNS - 8 Lewie Christian, 24M Adam Miller, 14 Chad Wilson, C11 Brandon Cornelius, 63 John McCracken, 5 Bob McMillen, C9 Charlie Cornelius, 1R Gale Ruth
Brougher's Machine Shop ProLate Models
Heats - 8 Tommy Schirnhofer and 1F Nico Dabecco
Feature (20 Laps) - 1. 1 Kyle Lukon, 2. 93X Justin Lamb, 3. 2S Tobie Massie, 4. B4 Steve Beatty, 5. 1F Nico Dabecco, 6. 1 Laura Lukon, 7. 2M Chuck Medved, 8. 9R Mike Reft, 9. 75 Scott Schempp, 10. 12G Brian Goebel, 11. 18 Chris Lander, 12. 8 Tommy Schirnhofer, 13. 5X Colton Flinner, 14. 8 Stanley Spooner, 15. C4 Chuck Kimble, 16. 50T Tyler Atkinson
K&N Performer - 2M Chuck Medved
Sunoco Race Fuels DirtCar Sportsman
Heats - 33K Joey Koteles and 45 Pat Weldon
Feature (15 Laps) - 1. 54 Wayne Carbo, 2. 68X Jake Simmons, 3. 10 Nick Kocuba, 4. 45 Pat Weldon, 5. 18X Danny Rich, 6. 30 Bob Egley, 7. 13 Gary Koteles, 8. 7 Eric Piotrowski, 9. 20W Mitch Wattelet, 10. 11 Josh Langer, 11. 380 Pat Hanley, 12.33K Joey Koteles, 13. W1 Jarrod Westover, 14. 63 Joe Ballough, 15. 33 Jenn Barker, 16. 17L Dave McManus, 17. 36 A. J. Poljak, 18. 60 Carl Weidenhofer
K&N Performer - 13 Gary Koteles
Miley BP Car Wash DirtCar Hobby Stocks Factory Stocks
Heat - 1 Gary Smith
Feature (12 Laps) - 1. 15 Jonathan Hileman, 2. 1 Gary Smith, 4. 71 Jon Scott, 5. B4 Bernie Blair, Jr., 6. 7 Chase Evans, 7. 21D Don Black
K&N Performer - 21D Don Black
Imperial Heights Garage DirtCar Young Guns Sport Compacts
Feature (6 Laps) - 1. 28 Nick Wiery, 2. 6 O. B. Huff, 3. 47 Roman O'Neill, 4. 0 Logan Crewl, 5. D15 David Ostrander
K&N Performer - D15 David Ostrander |
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Rain prevails at PPMS
By: Miley Motorsports
PITTSBURGH, PA - September 23, 2012 - Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway suffered its fifth rainout of the 2012 racing season on Saturday, September 22nd, when a strong line of showers hit the speedway grounds just as the first preliminary event was being sent onto the speedway. The event will not be rescheduled and rainchecks will be honored for the two remaining events on Saturday, September 29th and Saturday, October 6th.
Coming up this Saturday, September 29th it's the return of the B.O.S.S.(Buckeye Outlaw Sprint Series) Wingless Sprints plus a complete program for the Super Late Models, Pro-Lates, Late Model Sportsman, Hobby Stocks and Young Guns.
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway and .https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
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Gregg Satterlee wins the 24th Annual Tri-Star Pittsburgher
By: Miley Motorsports
Gregg Satterlee wins the 24th Annual Tri-Star Pittsburgher, with Kyle Lukon, Rex King, Jack Sodeman Jr., Pat Weldon, Joe Podolinsky and Todd Weldon also picking up wins. |
PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 15, 2012 - The old adage "it's not over till it's over" was never so true in the UFO 24th Annual Tri-Star Pittsburgher 53 in the Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic DIRTcar Super Late Models. After rain washed out the Friday night show, moving the entire show to Saturday, Gregg Satterlee Rochester Mills, PA picked up his first Pittsburgher win and second PPMS win this season in his Robbie Allen prepared machine. Keith Berner and 2012 PPMS champ Michael Norris brought the field down for the start. Berner grabbed the lead and led the first two laps. Norris took over on lap 3 and led until lap 10. On lap 11 sixth starting fast qualifier Josh Richards on an off weekend from his NASCAR Nationwide series duties returned to one of his favorite tracks and grabbed the lead. Once out front Richards opened up a lead, with Norris now in second followed by Satterlee, and Berner. Richards continued to lead, with Satterlee moving into second on lap 14. Jared Miley moved into third on lap 18 and Keith Barbara moving into fourth on lap 21. Richards got into traffic and that allowed the top four to close up. Barbara moved past Miley on lap 23, and then the pair tangled with Barbara spinning putting him to the tail. Richards, now with clear track ahead, opened up a big lead. Richards was well on his way to picking up his second Pittsburgher title, when on lap 33 Richards fine run ended while lapping Kari Gasser, as she tangled with him and he crashed ending his night. This put Satterlee up front with Miley in second, Russ King in third and Norris in fourth. A crazy restart that wasn't a restart that saw Satterlee and Miley tangle, putting Miley pit side for the evening, and Satterlee back up front (since the green was not thrown), followed by Dave Hess, King and Norris. Norris moved into third on lap 36, while Colby Frye in his best PPMS run ever moved into fourth on lap 39. Lynn Geisler, Steve Baker and Keith Barbara battled for 5th, while Satterlee had a comfortable lead up front. Lap 45 saw Frye get a flat and tangle with Baker, which moved Geisler into 4th, and Baker and Barbara now battled for fifth. Barbara continued his charge to the front and moved into fourth past Geisler on lap 52. Baker moved past Geisler for 5th on the last lap but brushed the wall coming for the checker allowing Geisler to finish 5th. At the checker, it was Satterlee, Hess, Norris, Barbara, Geisler, Baker, Jason Covert (recovering from a lap 22 flat), Daryl Charlier, Russ King, and Tony Musolino. The heats had Josh Richards, Keith Barbara, Michael Norris and Jason Covert grab wins, while Alex Ferree picked up the B-Main win. Josh Richards was the fast qualifier at 21:718. Dusty Hamrick was the Awesome Hard Charger while Jason Covert was the K&N Performer.
The 23rd Annual Jook George Memorial for the Brougher's Machine Shop Fastrak Pro Lates had Burgettstown PA's Kyle Lukon pick up his second win in the event and 3rd win of the season. Kyle Lukon and 3 time PPMS winner Andrew Satterlee started on the front row for the 40 lapper, with Satterlee taking the lead at the start. Satterlee led until lap 3 when Lukon took over. Lukon led Satterlee, Colton Flinner and Joe Martin for the first leg of the caution filled race. Lap 15 would bring out the second and third restarts of the event. 2011 and 2012 champ Colton Flinner moved into second on the restart and challenged Lukon briefly. On lap 18 yet another of the 10 caution flags that dotted the event came out.
Joe Martin moved into second at that point and challenged Lukon, but again Lukon held him off. Between laps 19 and 28 Martin and Flinner swapped second back and forth, with Satterlee holding steady in 4th. At that point Martin ran solidly in second for the rest of the event. Martin would challenge Lukon on each of the remaining restarts, but after a lap Lukon would pull away, though he never had a big lead, it remained comfortable the rest of the way. At the finish it was Lukon, Martin, Flinner, Satterlee, Mike Reft, Wayne Robertson (who rallied from the tail after an early tangle), Josh Holtgraver, Tommy Schirnhofer Jr., Dennis Lunger, and Rocky Kugel. Wayne Robertson, John Garvin, and Ron Hall won the heat races while Kyle Lukon won the dash. Tommy Schirnhofer was the fast qualifier while Josh Holtgraver was the K&N Performer while Beau Glemba was dubbed with the Hard Luck Award.
The BRP Big Block Modifieds had Bristolville OH's Rex King finally pick up his first ever PPMS win. An interesting race that saw 4 different leaders had Mike Turner lead the first lap. NY's Randy Chrysler, who won his first ever PPMS win earlier in the season, took over on lap 2. Chrysler led the next 18 laps when another NY driver Brian Weaver took over. Weaver led until lap 26 when 9th starting King made his winning move. King led the remaining laps to take the win. King was followed by Weaver, Chrysler, Eric Gabany, Dave Murdick, Rex King Jr., Rick Rickner, Brad Rapp, Jeremiah Shingledecker, and Kevin Hoffman. Brian Weaver, Dave Murdick and Jeremiah Shingledecker took the heat wins while Randy Chrysler won the King of the Hill race.
Jack Sodeman Jr. North Jackson, OH picked up his first ever win at Pittsburgh, by grabbing the 410 Outlaw Winged Sprints 21 lap feature. Sodeman dominated the 21 lap event over a sparse field, taking the lead at the start and rolling to a half lap win over 16 time PPMS winner Ed Lynch Jr. Lynch, who made a few late race passes to move from 5th spot where he ran most of the event. Trailing the top two were Brandon Spithaler, Eric Williams, Brandon Matus, Brent Matus, Adam Anderson, Jim McMillen, and Robert Vantassel. Jack Sodeman Jr. and Eric Williams won the heats. Sodeman was also the fast qualifier.
Pat Weldon Monongahela, PA picked up his 6th win and second special of the season in the Sunoco Race Fuels Sportsman Late Models. A great race early between Weldon, Joey Koteles and 2012 Champ Jake Simmons had 4th starting Weldon take the lead on lap 5 and pull away for the win to pick up $1000 first place prize. Simmons ran second followed by Koteles, Brian Huchko, Craig Koteles, A.J. Poljak, Nick Kocuba (the K&N Performer), Danny Rich, Pat Hanley, and Vince Laboon. Jake Simmons and Vince Laboon took the heat wins.
Oakdale PA's 2012 Track Champ Joe Podolinsky won his 7th win of the season over Adam Kostelnik (in the Gary Smith #1), Ed Wiser, Chase Evans, Steve Pyeritz and Hannah Ramsey. Wiser was named the K&N Performer.
The Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns had Monongahela PA's Todd Weldon do just like his dad Pat, to pick up win #9 on the season over 2012 track champ Logan Crewl, Dylan Bolind, Courtney Chamberlain, and Jacob Recker. Bolind was the K&N Performer.
Three more races remain on the 2012 PPMS Schedule, on September 22, a regular show for all classes. September 29 the Boss 410 Wingless Sprints will be back along with a complete regular show. Then the closer on the 2012 season, on October 6, the Monster Mania for the 410 Sprints, BRP Modifieds, Late Models, Crate Lates, and Sportsman classes. More details will be forthcoming. Regular shows consist of Super Late Models, Fastrak Pro Late Models, Late Model Sportsman, Hobby Stocks, and Young Guns. Effective for the remainder of the season, in the event of any Saturday rainout the management will utilize a Sunday evening raindate. Times for the Sunday evening will start 1 hour earlier, with Gates opening at 4:00PM, Hot Laps at 5:00PM, and Racing at 6:00PM. For more info on PPMS Schedule see the website http://www.ppms.com/.
SUMMARY - September 15, 2012
Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DirtCar Super Late Models
Qualifying - 1. 1 Josh Richards 21.718, 2. 17 Keith Barbara 21.795, 3. 56 Russ King 21.883, 4. 43A Jason Covert 21.907, 5. 22 Gregg Satterlee 22.061, 6. 0 Steve Baker 22.071, 7. 72 Michael Norris 22.125, 8. 44 Dave Hess 22.162, 9. 1C Lynn Geisler 22.182, 10. 18 Keith Berner 22.210, 11. 25 Mason Zeigler 22.238, 12. 69 Jon Hodgkiss 22.294, 13. 12 Daryl Charlier 22.302, 14. 91 Tommy Beck 22.309, 15. 38 Jim Stephans 22.344, 16. H1 Jared Miley 22.357, 7. C9 Steve Casebolt 22.392, 18. 99 Ben Miley 22.400, 19. 10 Alex Ferree 22.430, 20. 2J Mike Johnson 22.463, 21. 1 John Flinner 22.524, 22. 21 Tony Musolino 22.528, 23. 1P Rod Phillips 22.556, 24. 21 Matt Lux 22.569, 25. 0K Kari Gasser 22.634, 26. 29 Garrett Krummert 22.654, 27. 32 Colby Frye 22.673, 28. X Dusty Hamrick 22.841, 29. J4 John Garvin 22.858, 30. 21A Rick Armstrong 23.030, 31. 02 John Henry 23.066, 32. 17 Brandon Burgoon 23.149, 33. 76 Jason Rider 23.193, 34. 71M Mike Basich 23.312, 35. 14G Scott Gunn 23.344, 36. 44 Derek Stefanick 23.455, 37. 71L Dennis Lunger 23.485, 38. 94 Tim Gould 23.493, 39. 92 Jayme Beck 24.034, 40. B8 Tom Bateman 25.217, 41. 1J Davey Johnson No Time
Heat 1 - 1. 1 Josh Richards, 2. 22 Gregg Satterlee, 3. 1J Davey Johnson, 4. 1 John Flinner, 5. 1C Lynn Geisler, 6. 12 Daryl Charlier, 7. J4 John Garvin, 8. C9 Steve Casebolt, 9. 71L Dennis Lunger, 10. 0K Kari Gasser, 11. 76 Jason Rider
Heat 2 - 1. 17 Keith Barbara, 2. 0 Steve Baker, 3. 18 Keith Berner, 4. 21 Tony Musolino, 5. 91 Tommy Beck, 6. 99 Ben Miley, 7. 29 Garrett Krummert, 8. 94 Tim Gould, 9. 71M Mike Basich, 10. 21A Rick Armstrong
Heat 3 - 1. 72 Michael Norris, 2. 56 Russ King, 3. 25 Mason Zeigler, 4. 32 Colby Frye, 5. 02 Brandon Burgoon, 6. 38 Jim Stephans, 7. 10 Alex Ferree, 8. 1P Rod Phillips, 9. 14G Scott Gunn, 10. 92 Jayme Beck
Heat 4 - 1. 43A Jason Covert, 2. 44 Dave Hess, 3. H1 Jared Miley, 4. 69 Jon Hodgkiss, 5. 21 Matt Lux, 6. 2J Mike Johnson, 7. X Dusty Hamrick, 8. 17 John Henry, 9. 44 Derek Stefanick, 10. B8 Tom Bateman
B-Main - 1.10 Alex Ferree, 2. C9 Steve Casebolt, 3. 29 Garrett Krummert, 4. X Dusty Hamrick, 5. 17 John Henry, 6. 0K Kari Gasser, 7. 1P Rod Phillips, 8. 76 Jason Rider, 9.71L Dennis Lunger, 10. 71M Mike Basich, 11. 14G Scott Gunn, 12. 21A Rick Armstrong, 13. 44 Derek Stefanick, 14. B8 Tom Bateman,15. 92 Jayme Beck, 16. 94 Tim Gould, 17. J4 John Garvin,
Feature (53 Laps) - 1. 22 Gregg Satterlee, 2. 44 Dave Hess, 3. 72 Michael Norris, 4. 17 Keith Barbara, 5. 1C Lynn Geisler,6. 0 Steve Baker, 7. 43A Jason Covert, 8. 12 Daryl Charlier,9. 56 Russ King, 10. 21Tony Musolino, 11. 91 Tommy Beck, 12. 18 Keith Berner, 13. 25 Mason Zeigler, 14. X Dusty Hamrick, 15. 17 John Henry, 16. 38 Jim Stephans, 17. 0K Kari Gasser, 18. 32 Colby Frye, 19. 69 Jon Hodgkiss, 20. J4 John Garvin, 21.99 Ben Miley, 22. 1 John Flinner, 23. 29 Garrett Krummert, 24. 1 Josh Richards, 25. H1 Jared Miley, 26. C9 Steve Casebolt, 27. 21 Matt Lux, 28. 2J Mike Johnson, 29. 1J Davey Johnson, 30. 76 Jason Rider, 31. 02Brandon Burgoon, 32. 10 Alex Ferree
Awesome Hard Charger - X Dusty Hamrick
K&N Performer - 43A Jason Covert
Sprints
Qualifying - 1. 23JR Jack Sodeman Jr. 19.297, 2. 7 Eric Williams 19.691, 3. 2L Ed Lynch Jr. 19.940, 4. 13 Brandon Matus 20.312, 5. 5 Bob McMillan 20.325, 6. 33 Brent Matus 20.439, 7. 22 Brandon Spithaler 20.523, 8. 5B Adam Anderson 21.357, 9. 5M Jim McMillen 22.395, 10. 69x Robert Vantassel 22.911
Heat 1 - 1. 23JR Jack Sodeman,2. 2L Ed Lynch,3. 22B Brandon Spithaler.,4. 5 Bob McMillen, 5. 5M Jim McMillen
Heat 2 - 1. 7 Eric Williams, 2. 13 Brandon Matus, 3. 33 Brent Matus, 4. 5B Adam Anderson, DNS - 69X Robert Vantassel
Feature (21 Laps) - 1. 23JR Jack Sodeman, 2. 2L Ed Lynch, 3. 22B Brandon Spithaler, 4. 7 Eric Williams, 5. 13 Brandon Matus, 6. 33 Brent Matus, 7. 5B Adam Anderson, 8. 5 Bob McMillen, 9. 5M Jim McMillen, 10. 69X Robert Vantassel
BRP Modifieds
Heat 1 - 1. 1A Brian Weaver, 2. 35H Chris Haines, 3. 21K Randy Chrysler, 4. 26 Rick Rickner, 5. 45 Steve Feder, 6. 88 Shawn Fleeger, 7. 6 Carl Murdick, 8. 27R Dave Regis
Heat 2 - 1. 61 Dave Murdick, 2. 65 Rex King, Sr., 3. 11R Brad Rapp, 4. 17H Kevin Hoffman, 5. 3E Eric Gabany, 6. 25B Steve Barr, 7. 165 Rex King, Jr., DNS - 161 Darren Gallagher
Heat 3 - 1. 37MD Jeremiah Shingledecker, 2. 19X Joe Kubiniek, 3. 03 Mark Frankhouser, 4. 96 Mike Turner, 5. 189 Rick Ryder, 6. 71B Don Brown, 7. 15B Dillon Barr
King of the Hill - 21K Randy Chrysler
Feature (30 Laps) - 1. 65 Rex King, Sr., 2. 1A Brian Weaver, 3. 21K Randy Chrysler, 4. 3E Eric Gabany, 5. 61 Dave Murdick, 6. 165 Rex King, Jr., 7. 26 Rick Rickner, 8 11R Brad Rapp, 9. 37MD Jeremiah Shingledecker, 10. 17H Kevin Hoffman, 11. 19X Joe Kubiniek, 12. 96 Mike Turner, 13. 45 Steve Feder, 14. 03 Mark Frankhouser, 15. 35H Chris Haines, 16. 161 Darren Gallagher, 17. 25B Steve Barr, 18. 88 Shawn Fleeger, 19. 6 Carl Murdick, 20. 27R Dave Regis, 21. 71B Don Brown, 22. 15B Dillon Barr, 23. 189 Rick Ryder
Brougher's Machine Shop ProLate Models
Qualifying - 1. 8 Tommy Schirnhofer 22.327, 2. 1 Kyle Lukon 22.491, 3. 2 Andrew Satterlee 22.564, 4. 75 Colton Flinner 22.644, 5. 55 Joe Martin 22.667, 6. 00 Josh Holtgraver, 22.696, 7. 4 Steve Baker 22.797, 8. J4 John Garvin 22.928, 9. 75 Scott Schempp 23.010, 10. 2S Tobie Massie 23.046, 11. 4S Chad Ruhlman 23.047, 12. 9R Michael Reft 23.136, 13. 21KRT Rocky Kugel 23.204, 14. 2M Chuck Medved 23.221, 15. 01 Ron Hall 23.255, 16. 1F Nico Dabecco 23.274, 17. 84 Laura Lukon 23.287, 18. 08 Jeff Broniszewski, 23.372, 19. 20 Wayne Robertson 23.381, 20. B4 Steve Beatty 23.385, 21. 71L Dennis Lunger 23.414, 22. 8C Dusty Curry 23.482, 23. 18 Chris Landers 23.516, 24. 66 Mike Opalinski 23.614, 25. 12G Brian Goebel 23.623, 26. 2$ W. L. Stile 23.635, 27.28 Bryant Hank 23.651, 28. 93X Justin Lamb 23.657, 29. 99G Beau Glemba 23.662, 30. 15 Mark Moats 23.919, 31. 50T Tyler Carson 24.629
Heat 1 - 1. 20 Wayne Robertson, 2. 4 Steve Baker, 3. 1F Nico Dabecco, 4. 21KRT Rocky Kugel, 5. 2S Tobie Massie, 6. 93X Justin Lamb, 7. 8 Dusty Curry, 8. 12G Brian Goebel, 9. 50T Tyler Carson
Heat 2 - 1. J4 John Garvin, 2. 4S Chad Ruhlman, 3. 2M Chuck Medved, 4. 84 Laura Lukon, 5. 99G Beau Glemba, 6. 2$ W. L Stile, 7. 18 Chris Lander, 8. B4 Steve Beatty
Heat 3 - 1. 01 Ron Hall, 2. 9R Mike Reft, 3. 75 Scott Schempp, 4. 15 Mark Moats, 5. 71L Dennis Lunger, 6. 08 Jeff Broniszewski, 7. 28 Bryant Hank, 8. 66 Mike Opalinski
Dash - 1. 1 Kyle Lukon, 2. 2 Andrew Satterlee, 3. 75 Colton Flinner, 4. 55 Joe Martin, 5. 00 Josh Holtgraver, 6. 8 Tommy Schirnhofer
Feature (40 Laps) - 1. 1 Kyle Lukon, 2. 55 Joe Martin, 3. 75 Colton Flinner, 4. 2 Andrew Satterlee, 5. 9R Mike Reft, 6. 20 Wayne Robertson, 7. 00 Josh Holtgraver, 8. 8 Tommy Schirnhofer, 9. 71L Dennis Lunger, 10. 21KRT Rocky Kugel, 11. B4 Steve Beatty, 12. 4 Steve Baker, 13. 15 Mark Moats, 14. 2S Tobie Massie, 15. 75 Scott Schempp, 16. 08 Jeff Broniszewski, 17. 84 Laura Lukon, 18. 28 Bryant Hank, 19. 12G Brian Goebel, 20. 2M Chuck Medved, 21. 2$ W. L Stile, 22. 1F Nico Dabecco, 23. 01 Ron Hall, 24. 8 Dusty Curry, 25. 4S Chad Ruhlman, 26. 18 Chris Lander, 27. 93X Justin Lamb, 28. 50T Tyler Carson, 29. J4 John Garvin, 30. 99G Beau Glemba, DNS - 66 Mike Opalinski
K&N Performer - 00 Josh Holtgraver
Hard Luck Award - 99G Beau Glemba
Sunoco Race Fuels DirtCar Sportsman
Qualifying - 1. 68X Jake Simmons 25.589, 2. 17L Vince Laboon 25.678, 3. 45 Pat Weldon 25.723, 4. 33K Brad Koteles 25.949, 5. 10 Nick Kocuba 26.009, 6. 60 Brian Huchko 26.166, 7. 18X Danny Rich 26.194, 8. 36 A. J. Poljak 26.243, 9. 64K Craig Koteles 26.363, 10. 380 Pat Hanley 26.392, 11. 54 Wayne Carbo 26.680, 12. 11 Josh Langer 26.695, 13. 13 Jim Ball 26.757, 14. 30 Bob Egley 26.782, 15. 7 Eric Piotrowski 27.100, 16. 33 Jenn Barker28.159, 17. W1 Jarrod Westover 28.216, 18. 89 Jameson Stumper 28.936
Heat 1 - 1. 68X Jake Simmons, 2. 45 Pat Weldon, 3. 10 Nick Kocuba, 4. 64K Craig Koteles, 5. 18X Danny Rich, 6. 54 Wayne Carbo, 7. 13 Jim Ball, 8. 7 Eric Piotrowski, 9. W1 Jarrod Westover
Heat 2 - 1. 17L Vince Laboon, 2. 33K Joey Koteles, 3. 60 Brian Huchko, 4. 36 A. J. Poljak, 5. 380 Pat Hanley, 6. 11 Josh Langer, 7. 30 Bob Egley, 8. 33 Jenn Barker, DNS - 89 Jameson Stumper
Feature (20 Laps) - 1. 45 Pat Weldon, 2. 68X Jake Simmons, 3. 33K Joey Koteles, 4. 60 Brian Huchko, 5. 64K Craig Koteles, 6. 36 A. J. Poljak, 7. 10 Nick Kocuba, 8. 18X Danny Rich, 9. 380 Pat Hanley, 10. 17 Vince Laboon, 11. 13 Jim Ball, 12. 30 Bob Egley, 13. 54 Wayne Carbo, 14. 11 Josh Langer, 15. 7 Eric Piotrowski, 16. 33 Jenn Barker, 17. W1 Jarrod Westover, DNS - 89 Jameson Stumper
K&N Performer - 10 Nick Kocuba
Miley BP Car Wash DirtCar Hobby Stocks Factory Stocks
Feature (12 Laps) - 1. 56 Joe Podolinsky, . 1 Adam Kostelnik, 3. OU2 Ed Wiser, 4. 7 Chase Evans, 5. 56 Steve Pyeritz, 6. 14 Hannah Ramsey
K&N Performer - OU2 Ed Wiser
Imperial Heights Garage DirtCar Young Guns Sport Compacts
Feature (6 Laps) - 1. 45 Todd Weldon, 2. 0 Logan Crewl, 3. B4 Dylan Bolind, 4. 13C Courtney Chamberlain, 5. 6 Jacob Recker
K&N Performer - B4 Dylan Bolind |
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Rain washes out Sharon for 7th time this season on Saturday; Apple Festival Nationals up next on Sept 14-15
By: Mike Leone
Hartford, OH...September 8, 2012 For the seventh time this season, Mother Nature has chalked up a victory at Sharon Speedway. Overnight rains that continued throughout the morning hours forced management to cancel Saturday night's racing activities.
Coming up next Friday and Saturday, September 14-15 will be the "Apple Festival Nationals". Friday's program will get underway at 6:30 p.m. with the May 27 Open Stock Car make-up feature and the event will also include the September 8 rained out FASTRAK Northeast Futures Cup "Trifecta" race. Racing will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday. There will be free camping available all weekend and entertainment after the races both nights led by 93.3 The Wolf's "Fast Freddy"!
The Barris Supply FASTRAK Late Models will be in action both nights featuring $1,000 to-win on Friday night and a complete program for the Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC Pace Performance Northeast Touring Series on Saturday for $1,200 to-win. The normal FT400 right rear tire rule will be waived for the entire weekend.
The UEMS E-Mods will compete both nights with two complete shows paying $1,000 each! Besides the May 27 Open Stock make-up, the Open Stock Cars will battle for $500 on Friday night and $1,000 for Saturday night in preparation for the $1,500 to-win October 6 event. Also on the card with complete shows each night are the HTMA/Precise Racing Products Econo Mods and the Deforest Used Parts Mini Stocks.
Kids 13 and under are free all weekend. Normal adult admission prices are in effect at $13 each night, but a two-day pass is just $20! Pit passes are $30 on Friday and $35 on Saturday, but a two-day is only $55!
Sharon Speedway is owned by the Blaney, Weller, and Kirila Families and is a 3/8-mile dirt track located on Custer-Orangeville Road in Hartford, Ohio near the intersection of Routes 7 & 305. For more information, check out the website at www.sharonspeedway.com or call 330-772-5481. Become a fan of Sharon Speedway on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sharonspeedway and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sharonspdwy.
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Autumn-Motive Fest canceled due to heavy rains
By: Eric Westendorf
Autumn-Motive Fest 2012 & Sportsman/Stock Spectacular canceled due to heavy rains
Enduro 100 rescheduled for next Saturday during Back to School Bus & Kids Bike races
Sarver, PA (September 8, 2012) Constant heavy rains haved forced the hand of Lernerville Speedway management to cancel tonights Autumn-Motive Fest 2012 featuring the Sportsman/Stock Spectacular and Enduro 100. Due to conflicting races at fellow DIRTcar sanctioned race tracks Sharon Speedway and Pittsburghs PA Motor Speedway, the Sportsman/Stock Spectacular portion of the program will not be rescheduled, but the 100-lap Enduro will be contested next Saturday, September 15 in addition to the Back to School Bus & Kids bike race, Powder Puff, Senior Series, Figures 8s and Demolition Derby.
Millerstown Pic-A-Part DIRTcar Sportsman/Stock drivers are invited to participate in Sharons Apple Festival Nationals or PPMSs Tri-Star Pittsburgher Sportsman Sizzler next Saturday, September 15; both events are $1,000-to-win. Furthermore, the Sportsman/Stocks will compete for $1,000-to-win during next months DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede at Lernerville Speedway of Thursday-Friday-Saturday, October 25-26-27.
Enduro Rules & Registration and Demolition Derby Rules can be found on our website www.Lernerville.com under the Downloads tab on the right hand side of the page.
Two weeks down the road is the much anticipated return of the Greatest Show on Dirt as the World of Outlaws return to the Action Track for the first time since the scintillating Silver Cup Twin 30s in mid-July. Craig Dollansky won the first 30-Lap A-Main, but Danny Holtgraver stole the show charging from 19th on the grid to second place at the checkers and of course Defending NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Tony Stewart ran away with the second 30-lap A-Main to thrill a huge crowd. The Commonwealth Clash is scheduled for Saturday, September 22 and tickets are on sale 24/7 at Lernerville.com. All advance ticket purchases include a FREE pit pass upgrade!
Then after a month of darkness, the Action Track will close the 2012 season with the three-night mega show known as the DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede. 10 divisions will compete over three nights of Thursday-Friday-Saturday, October 25-26-27. The Ti22 Sprints, Precise Late Models and Diehl Mods will race for $3,000-to-win and the Diehl Mod feature will also be the BRP Modified Tour Finale under the banner of the Kodiak Memorial. Pic-A-Part Sportsman, FASTRAK NE Late Models, UMP/UEMS Mods, 305 Sprints, Mod Lites and 4 Cylinders will be in action all three nights and the wild weekend of racing will end with another $1,000-to-win, 100-lap Enduro.
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Mercer Raceway Park Cancels Races for September 8; Cowboy Steinman Tribute Moved to Tent at 6:00 P.M.
By: Lou Long
Mercer, PA (September 8, 2012): The September 8 races at Mercer Raceway Park been canceled due to rain. However, the Tribute to Cowboy Brian Steinman is still on for 6:00. Fans and racers are invited to come to meet him under the tent that will be set up to accommodate his special visit.
No decision has been made yet as to whether the race will be rescheduled. So, it is still undecided if the points chase is over. An announcement will be made soon. Please check www.mercerracewaypark.com, www.twitter.com/mercerraceway, or www.facebook.com/mercerracewaypark for additional information.
Please remember that there will be no racing on the oval on September 15. Instead, the USA East Regional Final Fall Nationals Truck and Tractor Pulling Event will take place in the pulling pit! There will be a September 16 raindate for that.
Racing will return to the oval on September 21 and 22, when Mercer Raceway Park stages the 13th Annual Little Guy Nationals. There will be complete programs held each night. Information and registration forms can be found on the track website, www.mercerracewaypark.com, by clicking on the tab for Little Guy Nationals, or by contacting the track office at 724-662-1310. Competitors are reminded that there is a discount for submitting their registrations in advance.
About Mercer Raceway Park: 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 from late March through late September. For more information, check out www.mercerracewaypark.com, www.twitter.com/mercerraceway, or www.facebook.com/mercerracewaypark.
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Raceway 7 results from September 7, 2012
By: Jay Pees
Raceway 7 ends 2012 season with Champions Max Blair, Joel Watson, Brandon Blackshear, Tommy Fox, and Bud Sergeff in Victory Lane along with final night winners
Conneaut, OH, (September 7, 2012): Cloudy skies, sprinkling at the track, and reports of rain downpours in the surrounding area caused Raceway 7 officials to speed up the final regular racing event of the season. The Zimmer Service Center E-Mod championship was contested right up till the checkered flag fell with Joel Watson second and Russ Dunn experiencing problems that relegated him to a 17th place finish, four points shy of the championship. Max Blair, simply by starting his heat race, locked up his third consecutive Evergreen Lake Park Campground FASTRAK Late Model point's championship. Bud Sergeff sealed his first-ever Specialty Products Mini-Stock championship when Jonny Boyd was unable to start his heat race. Tommy Fox and Brandon Blackshear had both secured their championships prior to the final week of racing. With the threat of rain heavy, there were no winner interviews until the final checkers had fallen when all feature winners and the class champions were called to the track for the usual Victory Lane celebrations and photos.
The first feature race on the track was the Zimmer Service Center E-Mods with the point's title being up for grabs between the two most recent champions, 2011 champion Joel Watson and 2010 champion Russ Dunn. Going into the final night of racing Dunn held a slim 23-point margin over Watson, meaning the title could go either way. With Dunn finishing third in his heat to Watson's fourth, Dunn carried a 28-point margin into the final feature race for the class. Brent Rhebergen started from the pole and led lap one with Rich Michael second and Bill Taylor third. Points leaders Watson and Dunn started side by side in row four with Watson leading Dunn at lap four when Alan Dellinger spun in turn four with Dunn spinning to avoid contact but kept going. Yellow was thrown but since he did not come to a stop Dunn was not charged with the yellow and was given his spot back. However, at lap eight, Dunn went to the pits. It was reported later that the problem was a power steering pump that failed on Dunn's machine. After another yellow at lap eight Watson quickly advanced to third and then to second at lap twelve. With four laps remaining Gary Murphy spun down the front straight. Rhebergen led to the finish with Watson holding on to the runner-up finish, winning the championship by only four points. Third at the checkers was Rich Michael with Bill Taylor fourth and Chuck Steinle Jr fifth.
Winning his heat ensured Bud Sergeff of his first-ever track championship in the Specialty Products Mini Stocks as Jonny Boyd was not able to get to the track in time to start his heat, dropping Boyd far enough behind that he could not make up the gap, even by winning the feature. Mitch Stokes led from the start of the Specialty Products Mini Stock feature with Brad Cole coming to second from his fifth spot on the starting grid. Stokes was still leading when the first caution fell on lap three. After green was again on the track the front-runners tangled on the back straight of the first lap back to green. During the melee that followed sixteenth starting Jonny Boyd, the two-time defending champion, came by all of them on the high side to take the lead with newly-crowned 2012 champion Bud Sergeff right behind. Boyd went on to his eighth feature win of the season but it wasn't enough to deny Sergeff, a five-time winner, the championship. Brad Cole wound up third with pole-sitter Jason Easler fourth, and John Boyd Sr fifth.
When Max Blair started his heat race he locked up the evergreen Lake Park FASTRAK Late Model championship for the third consecutive year but the runner-up spot was close between Matt Latta and Kyle Zimmerman being tied coming into the final night. Zimmerman won his heat while Latta was unable to finish his heat, dropping Latta 18 points out of second. Zimmerman started the feature from the pole with two-time winner Bill Cunningham alongside. Cunningham was the immediate leader with Zimmerman second and Blair third. Blair got by Zimmerman on lap three and set out to track down Cunningham, who had built a six-car-length lead. At lap six, Cunningham's lead evaporated when Jamie Brown spun and was collected by Bob Pifer, bringing yellow over the field. When the racing resumed it was again Cunningham over Blair and Zimmerman. With thirteen laps in Blair was starting to challenge Cunningham but Alex Anderson spun in turn two, again slowing the event. On the restart several cars, including Matt Harvey and Damien Bidwell, got together on the backstraight, again slowing the race. On the next attempt to resume the race Nico DeBecco and Bruce Hordusky got together with both heading into the first turn fence. The final restart went without incident and Cunningham, a Raceway 7 veteran and former champion in both E-Mods and Stocks went on to his third feature win of the season over seven-time winner and 2012 champion Max Blair. With his third place finish, Kyle Zimmerman wound up second in the final standings. Dennis Lunger was fourth and Michael Mitchell wound up fifth.
Ed Bolyard was the leader from the green flag in the Street Stock feature with two-time winner Joe Rohrer coming to second by the time of the first caution at lap two. Eighth starting Rusty Wheeler came to fourth at lap three but Bolyard was opening a lead over Rohrer and Tim Deutsch. Art Edwards spun at lap five for the next caution. After another restart Wheeler came to third with newly crowned champion Tommy Fox third. Fox got by Wheeler on the next restart and the two took off in pursuit of Bolyard. On the final restart at lap eleven, Bolyard again led, this time to the checkers for his first win this season. Fox wound up second, Wheeler third, Tim Deutsch fourth, and Joe Rohrer fifth.
The final stock car feature of 2012 was the brand new Economod class with Jace Ferringer on the pole with Steve Burns outside. Ferringer led at the end of lap one but Champion Brandon Blackshear was third and working on Burns for second, getting by on lap four when Burns, a two-time winner, faltered on turn two. Steve Samuelson and Kyle Fellows spun in turn three, slowing the event and tightening the field at lap eight. Another caution immediately followed and then on that restart Burns and Chuck Steinle Sr tangled hard on the back stretch, eliminating Burns from the event. Ferringer went wide on the second turn right after restarting, allowing both Blackshear, single feature winner Casey Bowers, and Jeremy Double to get by him. Blackshear went on to win number thirteen in the first season for the class. The final top five was Blackshear, Bowers, Double, Ferringer, and Jodi Woodworth.
One race remains on the schedule, that being the Enduro, scheduled for Sunday afternoon September 16th starting at 2:00 PM. The race will be 150 laps for $1000 to win. Entrants are advised to pre-register at the Raceway 7 website: www.raceway7.com. Entrants are also required to bring along a scorer for the race. The annual awards banquet is scheduled for November 10. See the track website for details.
Evergreen Lake Park Campground FASTRAK Late Models:
Heat 1: Kyle Zimmerman, Bill Cunningham, Bryan Salisbury, Nico DeBecco, Wendell Pinckney, Khole Wanzer, Matt Latta, Dennis Lunger
Heat 2: Michael Mitchell, Chad Wright, Max Blair, Matt Harvey, Jamie Brown, Bob Pifer, Damian Bidwell, Alex Anderson
Feature: Bill Cunningham, Max Blair, Kyle Zimmerman, Dennis Lunger, Michael Mitchell, Bryan Salisbury, Wendell Pinckney, Alex Anderson, Nico DeBecco, Bruce Hordusky, Khole Wanzer, Chad Wright, Matt Harvey, Damian Bidwell, Jamie Brown, Bob Pifer, Matt Latta
Zimmer Service Center E-Mods:
Heat 1: Brent Rhebergen, Bill Taylor, Chuck Steinle Jr, Joel Watson, Mike Kinney, Gary Eicher, Mike McGee, Brian Fardink, Josh McDonald
Heat 2: Rich Michael, Alan Dellinger, Russ Dunn, Percy McDonald, John Boardman, Ken Zimmer, John Schenker, Gary Murphy, Dan McDonald
Feature: Brent Rhebergen, Joel Watson, Rich Michael, Bill Taylor, Chuck Steinle Jr, Ken Zimmer, Mike Kinney, Dan McDonald, John Boardman, Gary Eicher, Josh McDonald, Mike McGee, Brian Fardink, John Schenker, Gary Murphy, Percy McDonald, Russ Dunn, Alan Dellinger
Street Stocks:
Heat 1: Rusty Wheeler, Tommy Fox, Joe Rohrer, Shawn Fawcett, Kyle Reinwald, Jamie Duncan, Jeff Wick
Heat 2: Ryan Blood, Ed Bolyard, Tim Deutsch, Art Edwards, Art Gilchrist, Dave Will
Feature: Ed Bolyard, Tommy Fox, Rusty Wheeler, Tim Deutsch, Joe Rohrer, Shawn Fawcett, Ryan Blood, Art Edwards, Jeff Wick, Kyle Reinwald, Jamia Duncan, Art Gilchrist, Dave Will
Economods:
Heat 1: Brandon Blackshear, Jace Ferringer, Steve Samuelson, Mike Cross, Alan Atkinson, Kyle Fellows
Heat 2: Casey Bowers, Steven Burns, Chuck Steinle Sr, Jodi Woodworth, Jeremy Double
Feature: Brandon Blackshear, Casey Bowers, Jeremy Double, Jace Ferringer, Jodi Woodworth, Kyle Fellows, Chuck Steinle Sr, Steve Samuelson, Steve Burns, Mike Cross, Alan Atkinson (DNS)
Specialty Products Mini-Stocks:
Heat 1: Bud Sergeff, Joe Longenecker, Joe Beach, Jason Easler, Tim Fisher, John Boyd Sr, Joe Keney, Aris Charnas
Heat 2: Brad Cole, Tim Gillette, Mitch Stokes, David Britton, car 23, Cale Sousa, Chris Forbes, Carlos Aponte
Feature: Jonny Boyd, Bud Sergeff, Brad Cole, Jason Easler, John Boyd Sr, Tim Gillette, David Britton, Joe Keney, Mitch Stokes, Chris Forbes, Tim Fisher, Joe Longenecker, Cale Sousa, Joe Beach, Carlos Aponte, Aris Charnas
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Monster Truck Mania invades the 'Monster Half Mile'
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA - August 28, 2012 - The oval track warriors will get a much deserved Saturday evening of rest as the behemoths of the "truck world" take center stage as we welcome "Monster Truck Mania" to Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway this Saturday, September 8th.
The event stars Bad Habit, the world record holding monster truck who visited us in June. Bad Habit has enjoyed his previous visit to PPMS so much that this time he is bringing along several of his friends: Eradicator, Screamin Demon, Backdraft and the XDP Monster Truck (the world's only diesel powered competition monster truck), will join him and perform their "car crushing" and "bone jarring" stunts at the Imperial oval.
"The monster truck show is an excellent opportunity for us to attract new fans to our sport," commented Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "There are quite a few residents of the tri-state area who have no idea that there is a motorsports venue right here in Allegheny County and we hope the monster truck event will encourage them to stop by a time or two each summer. PPMS has some of the best short track racing in the area and we would like to introduce our race teams to a new audience."
In addition to the monster truck action those in attendance will be able to see an installment of the always popular and unpredictable Wacky Wheels Figure Eight Mania. Andrew Loria scored the win in the last Wacky Wheels event and all eyes will be on him to see if he can defeat defending Wacky Wheels Champion Joe Podolinsky and others.
Those who have often wanted to experience the thrill of racing on "Dirt's Monster Half Mile" will get their chance this weekend as the PPMS Spectator Drags are also on the racing card. All street legal vehicles are eligible to participate and there is a $50.00 registration fee. Those interested in competing need to contact Matt Miley via telephone at (412) 736-3142 or via e-mail at ppms@ppms.com to register their street legal car, truck or semi. Prizes will be awarded to the top four finishers in each class.
Any PPMS competitor interested in competing in the drag racing portion of this week's action who has contacted Matt at the number above will receive Free Pit Admission to the event.
Any PPMS competitor interested in displaying their car at the event should contact Matt at (412) 736-3142.
Race fan who want to get a look at the Monster Trucks up close and personal can visit the 'fire breathing' machines at the following locations on Friday, September 7th from Noon to 6:00PM.
- Bad Habit and driver Joe Sylvester will be at the Bridgeville Get Go
- Screamin Demon and driver Kevin Miletti will at Moon Township Ford
- Eradicator and driver Andy Slifko will be at the North Fayette Quaker Steak and Lube
- Rap Attack and driver Dave Rappach will be at Colussy Chevrolet
- XDP, the world's only diesel powered Monster Truck and driver Dave Radzierez will be at the Miley BP Car Wash
The gates will open at 3:00PM this Saturday and the TNT Ride Truck will be available to provide spectators with the opportunity to see what it's like to drive a Monster Truck. A Meet and Greet will be held in the pit area from 4:00PM to 6:00PM. The preliminary drag racing rounds will begin at 5:00PM, with the front straightaway serving as the drag strip!
The Monster Truck Mania will begin promptly at 7:00PM as Bad Habit, Backdraft, Eradicator, Screamin Demon and the XDP Monster Truck take to the high banks of "Dirt's Monster Half Mile!!"
Fans are encouraged to stop by the speedway website, www.ppms.com, and order their tickets by using the Showclix banner.
No coolers or food are permitted to be brought into the grandstand area from outside the speedway.
Race fans over the age of 21 can purchase alcoholic beverages at Ed's Pub, which is located under the main grandstand. Ed's features all major brands of beer plus wine, mixed drinks, and energy drinks at local tavern type pricing!
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway and .https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
Join us for bone crushing as Bad Habit and his friends present an evening of Monster Truck Mania at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway!!
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Hurricane Isaac Claims PPMS Racing Action
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA - September 2, 2012 - The remnants of Hurricane Isaac trekked northward and forced Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway to cancel the running of the 23rd Annual Jook George Memorial Classic. The event will now be included as part of the Pro-Late portion of the 24th Annual Tri-Star Pittsburgher weekend, September 14th and 15th.
"The brief shower that hit the speedway around 4:15 did not hurt the racing surface but the steady rains that followed and seemed to be increasing in intensity forced us to cancel the racing action," commented Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "The original forecast had called for isolated showers but by evening that had changed. In addition, the Sunday forecast indicated that the rain was going to increase in frequency so we felt it was best to the cancel the racing action for the entire weekend."
The 2012 divisional champions were also crowned on Saturday. Third generation racer Michael Norris of Sarver, PA claimed his career first championship in the Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DIRTcar Super Late Model title by a mere five digits over Alex Ferree. Eighteen year old Colton Flinner captured his second consecutive Brougher's Machine Ship FASTRAK/Pro-Late title as he bested Kyle Lukon by 11 points.
Jake "The Snake" Simmons scored his fourth PPMS title in Sunoco Race Fuels DIRTcar Late Model Sportsman action. It was also Simmons' second consecutive title and his fourth in the past five years as he was once again followed by Nick Kocuba in the second position. Joe Podolinsky picked up his first ever crown in the Miley BP Car Wash Hobby Stock division. Podolinsky tallied six victories en-route to the title over Chase Evans. Logan Crewl narrowly defeated defending Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns champ Todd Weldon to capture his first championship. The two teenagers battled each other "week in and week out" and are certainly two drivers with bright futures ahead of them.
The much anticipated "Monster Truck Mayhem" is set to invade this Saturday, September 8th as we welcome "Bad Habit", the Guinness World record holding monster truck jumper. In addition his gang of his friends and enemies that include Backdraft, Eradicator, Rap Attack, Screamin Demon, and Rat Rod will also be in action for our First Ever "Full Blown" Monster Truck Show!! The evening's action will include Spectator Drags and the always popular Monster Mania Figure Eight event. Fans are encouraged to visit the PPMS website, www.ppms.com, for complete details on the Spectator Drags and Figure Eight events so they can compete for the cash prizes and trophies that will be awarded!! In addition any PPMS drivers who compete in the Spectator Drags will receive Free Pit Admission to the Monster Truck event.
Any of the 2012 PPMS Champions who display their championship ride at the Monster Truck event will also receive four All Access passes to the evening's event.
Those who intend to compete in the drag racing portion of Saturday's event as well as any PPMS champion that would like to display their car need to contact Matt Milay at ppms@ppms.com or via telephone at (412) 736-3142.
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway and .https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
Mother Nature and Hurricane Isaac may have delayed the running of the 23rd Annual Jook George Memorial Classic but be sure to join us this Saturday, September 8th, as the Monster Trucks are set to battle in the Pittsburgh area's first ever outdoor Monster Truck Mania event.
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Frankland Racing/American Diecast Racer Appreciation Night, Berk's Hot Dogs/Nickles Bakery Dollar Dog Night Highlight PPMS Action
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA - July 10, 2012 - The exciting summer racing action at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway continues this Saturday, July 14th as we present Frankland Racing/American Diecast Racer Appreciation Night. Competitors in the Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic DIRTcar Super Late Models, Brougher's Machine Shop FASTRAK/Pro-Lates, Miley Truck, Sunoco Race Fuels DIRTCar Late Model Sportsman, the Miley BP Car Wash DirtCar Hobby Stocks and the Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns will receive a $75.00 gift card redeemable at Frankland Racing Supply. In addition, all competitors in the Super Late Models, Pro-Lates and Late Model Sportsman will receive $100.00 to start their feature event or $100.00 tow money this Saturday.
Berk's Hot Dogs and Nickles Bakery are also sponsoring "Dollar Dog Night" and
hot dogs will be priced at $1.00 in both the Checkered Flag Food Court and the pit concession stand.
"We are extremely excited to have Catie Morley and the entire staff of Frankland Racing Supply and American Diecast on board for the Racer Appreciation event," commented Speedway owner Matt Miley. "Both Frankland and American Diecast have served the racing community for many years. In addition both businesses are headquartered here in Western PA so many of our weekly competitors use their products and services on a regular basis."
This Saturday's racing action will also feature the third installment of Wacky Wheels Figure Eight Mania. Defending Wacky Wheels Champion Joe Podolinsky, has been "shut out" in the 2012 action as veterans Kurt Habedl and Jake Simmons have scored the wins thus far. Podolinsky is definitely looking to score the $150.00 first place prize money this week as Wacky Wheels competition provides the competitors with a fun and very affordable way to 'get in on the racing action at PPMS.' Complete rules for the Wacky Wheels Division can be found at: http://ppms.com/pdf/2011/2011 Figure-8.pdf. In addition the Western PA Vintage Modified Division will make its first ever appearance at the Imperial, PA oval. The division features restored Modified cars from the 1960's and 1970's and the competitors will also have their cars on display behind the main grandstand prior to the evening's racing action.
The Late Model Sportsman and Hobby Stock feature events that were rained out on July 1st will kick off the evening's racing action at approximately 6:15. The regular racing action is slated to begin promptly at 7:00PM.
This week's off track activities will include a Hot Dog Eating Contest at intermission. Race fans, drivers and pit crew members are encouraged to participate as prizes will be awarded.
We are also pleased to annouce the new "Big Pit Monster Meal" that will be available exclusively in the Pit Concession. The meal features a quarter pound hamburger, large french fries and a 32 ounce fountain drink for just $8.00.
Pit and Grandstand Admission gates for Saturday's action will open at 5:00. Adult Grandstand Admission for this week's racing action is $13.00. Seniors, Ages 60 and Over, are admitted for $12.00 with Juniors, Ages 13 to 16, priced at $9.00. Admission for Children aged Six through 12 is $5.00 and Children Under Age Six will be admitted Free. In addition, all children aged Six through 12 will receive a free gift when they present their admission ticket at the PPMS Gift Shop, which now features Apparel by Denise. Pit Admission for this week's racing is $25.00.
In 2012, the management of Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway will utilize a Sunday evening rain date in the event Mother Nature fails to cooperate with the Saturday night racing action. Times for the Sunday rain dates are as follows: Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates open at 4:00PM, Hot Laps at 5:00PM and Racing at 6:00PM.
Fans are also invited to bring their own refreshments however; glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are not permitted. In addition, coolers are limited to 14 inches or smaller in size. Don't forget that the Checkered Flag Food Court has a great variety of delicious food like grilled chicken sandwiches, curly fries, fruit salad, hot pretzels and popcorn at "fan friendly prices."
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway and .https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
Join us this Saturday as Frankland Racing Supply, American Diecast, Berk's Hot Dogs and Nickles Bakery have teamed up to provide race fans and drivers will an action packed evening of affordable and fan friendly racing at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile."
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Chad Ruhlman wins Fastrak Cross the Borders Speedweek Special on NAPA Driver Autograph Night at Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway on July 7, 2012
By: Miley Motorsports
PITTSBURGH, PA - JULY 7, 2012 - In the Brougher's Machine Shop Fastrak Crate Late Models Cross the Boarders Speedweek Special, Bemus Point, NY's Chad Ruhlman picked up his first ever PPMS win and his first Fastrak Tour win. Ruhlman started on the pole and grabbed the lead on the start with Tommy Schirnhofer Jr., and Kyle Lukon trailing. On lap 2, Laura Lukon tagged the wall, bringing out the yellow and ending her night. On the restart Ruhlman was back out front with Ryan Montgomery, Schirnhofer and Max Blair who was on the charge. Blair moved into third on lap 5, second on lap 6, and took over first on lap 8. Blair was looking for his third win of the week and eighth tour win this season as he started to pull away. On lap 15 Blair ran into the back of a lapped car, allowing Ruhlman and Montgomery to get by. On lap 19 Blair ran into Nico Dabecco, bringing out the yellow for Dabecco who slowed with a flat. Dabecco pitted and returned, and Blair also pitted giving up 4th, but would return. On the restart, Josh Holtgraver, Kyle Lukon and Dusty Curry hit the first and second turn wall. Lukon would return. On the next restart Beau Glemba, who charged from 21st to 3rd was spun in turn 3 and ended his night. Ruhlman was back out front on the restart with 4 time PPMS winner this season, Mike Pegher Jr. now in second. Montgomery, who was in the top three most of the event, slowed on lap 21 and headed to the pits. Ruhlman led the rest of the way to win over Pegher, Will Thomas, Matt Latta (from 23rd), Chad Wright (from 20th), Daniel Angelicchio, Davey Johnson (in Colton Flinner's #75), Mike Reft, Max Blair and Kyle Lukon both up from the tail. The K&N Persistent Performer was Davey Johnson. Heats for the 40 cars on hand were won by Steve Beatty, Mike Reft, Max Blair, Tommy Schirnhofer Jr. and Mike Pegher Jr. Will Thomas won the dash, Chad Wright and Beau Glemba won the B-Mains, while Nico Dabecco won the Futures Cup, and Lauren Longbreak won the Non Qualifiers race, after apparent winner Justin Lamb was D.Q.ed
In the Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DIRTcar Super Late Models, Midway PA's Daryl Charlier grabbed his second feature of the season. Michael Norris grabbed the lead at the start and opened up a big lead over Kari Gasser and Mike Johnson. Norris set a blistering pace until the first caution on lap 5 for Jayme Beck who had problems on the back straight. On the restart Norris took off again, but not with as big a lead as he had before, with Daryl Charlier now in second, with Gasser and Alex Ferree following. Mike Johnson who was running third dropped out with unknown problems. On lap 8 Ferree got by Gasser to move into third. On lap 12, John Flinner who started last and moved into contention had his motor blow and brings out the yellow. On the restart 9th starting Charlier slid past Norris and took over first, and Jared Miley also got by. On lap 15 Norris had a right rear tire blow, bringing out the caution. While Norris was able to change his tire in time, he developed transmission problems and was not able to continue. At the same time Ferree pitted and was done for the night. Charlier pulled away on the restart until a lap 20 caution for Jason Rider tagging the wall. He would return. Charlier was back out in front on the restart and led the remaining laps to the finish. At the checker it was Charlier, Miley, Gasser, Ben Miley, Jim Stephans, Steve Baker, Jon Hodgkiss, Jim Lepro, Rider, and Norris. Charlier was also the Awesome Designs Hard Charger while Jon Hodgkiss picked up the K&N Persistent Performer. The heats saw Michael Norris and Daryl Charlier pick up the wins.
The Sunoco Race Fuels Late Model Sportsman, Saxonburg PA's saw Wayne Carbo pick up his second win of the year, in a dominating performance. Dave Slade led the first lap before 5th starting Carbo took over. From that point on the race belonged to Carbo as he opened up a big lead, and weathered a pair of cautions to pick up the win. Pat Weldon and Jake Simmons battled for second when the pair tangled, taking last week's winner Weldon out of the event and putting Simmons on the tail. Simmons charged thru the field and passed Nick Kocuba for second on the next to the last lap. Kocuba was third followed by Slade (who picked up the K&N Persistent Performer Award), Joey Koteles, Dave McManus, Jenn Barker, Weldon and Jarrod Westover. The heats had Nick Kocuba and Pat Weldon grab the victories.
In the Miley BP Car Wash Hobby Stocks, Oakdale PA's Joe Podolinsky picked up his 4th win of the season and third in a row. Chase Evans moved into first at the start, and led the first 8 laps before Podolinsky took over. Podolinsky led the remaining laps to win over Evans, Ed Wiser, Tyler Fox, Gary Smith and Hannah Ramsey. Fox was dubbed the K&N Persistent Performer. Gary Smith won the heat.
The Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns feature had Coraopolis PA's Christian Schneider pick up his third win of the season. Schneider moved into first on lap 1 and led the rest of the way. Logan Crewl was second, followed by Todd Weldon, Tyler Atkinson (in the Adam Carson #50), Roman O'Neill, Courtney Chamberlain and Matt Pegher (named the K&N Persistent Performer).
Upcoming at PPMS July 14 it will be Berks and Nickels $1 Hot Dog Night plus a hot dog eating contest, and Racer Appreciation Night. The Vintage Modifieds will be on hand, and a Wacky Wheels Figure 8 race and a complete regular show, plus the rain out features for the Late Model Sportsman and Hobby Stocks will be run. On July 21 the second UFO event of the season will be run, the Tri-State Championship 51 for the Super Late Models, plus a Mod Light Stars Tour event and a complete regular show. Regular shows consist of Super Late Models, Fastrak Pro Late Models, Late Model Sportsman, Hobby Stocks, and Young Guns. Effective for the remainder of the season, in the event of any Saturday rainout the management will utilize a Sunday evening raindate. Times for the Sunday evening will start 1 hour earlier, with Gates opening at 4:00PM, Hot Laps at 5:00PM, and Racing at 6:00PM. For more info on PPMS Schedule see the website http://www.ppms.com/
SUMMARY - July 7, 2012
Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DirtCar Super Late Models
Heats - 72 Michael Norris and 12 Daryl Charlier
Feature (25 Laps) - 1. 12 Daryl Charlier, 2. H1 Jared Miley, 3. 0K Kari Gasser, 4. 99 Ben Miley, 5. 38 Jim Stephans, 6. 0 Steve Baker, 7. 69 Jon Hodgkiss, 8. Jim Lepro, 9. 76 Jason Rider, 10. 72 Michael Norris, 11. 10 Alex Ferree, 12. 48C John Flinner, 13. 2J Mike Johnson, 14. 92 Jayme Beck, DNS - 1C Lynn Geisler and 1J Davey Johnson
Awesome Hard Charger - 12 Daryl Charlier
K&N Performer - 69 Jon Hodgkiss
Brougher's Machine Shop ProLate Models - Fastrak Touring Series Northeast
Heats - B4 Steve Beatty, 9R Mike Reft, 111Max Blair, 8 Tommy Schirnhofer, 1C Mike Pegher
Dash - 9 Will Thomas
B-Main #1 - 6 Chad Wright
B-Main #2 - 99G Beau Glemba
Feature (25 Laps) - 1. 4S Chad Ruhlman, 2. 1C Mike Pegher Jr., 3. 9 Will Thomas, 4. 21 Matt Latta, 5. 6 Chad Wright, 6. 14 Dan Angelicchio, 7. 75 Davey Johnson, 8. 9R Mike Reft, 9. 111 Max Blair, 10. 1 Kyle Lukon, 11. 325X Shane Weaver, 12. 15 Mark Moats, 13. 100 Bradley Kling, 14. 2M Chuck Medved, 15. 8 Dusty Curry, 16. 27 Butch Lambert, 17. 12 Ryan Montgomery, 18. 1 Nico Dabecco, 19. 99G Beau Glemba, 20. 00 Josh Holtgraver, 21. 8 Tommy Schirnhofer,22. B4 Steve Beatty, 23. 25 Matt Long,24. 75 Scott Schempp, 25. 21 Rocky Kugel, 26. 84 Laura Lukon
K&N Performer - 75 Davey Johnson
Futures Cup - 1 Nico Dabecco
Wheelman Non-Qualifiers - 1. 27 Lauren Longbrake, 2. 2S W. L Stile, 3. 08 Jeff Broniszewski, 4. 50T Tyler Carson, 5. 17 Russell Baird, 6. 12 Brian Goebel, 7. 18 Chris Lander, 8. 135 Jamie Brown, 9. 28 Bryant Hank, DQ - 93X Justin Lamb, DNS - 5 Rick Meglaye, K2 John Over, 98 Tom Copeland, 27 Eric Wilson, 14 Clay Ruffo
Sunoco Race Fuels DirtCar Sportsman
Heats - 10 Nick Kocuba and 45 Pat Weldon
Feature (15 Laps) - 1. 54 Wayne Carbo, 2. 68X Jake Simmons, 3. 10 Nick Kocuba, 4. B4 Dave Slade, 5. 33K Joey Koteles, 6. 69X Dave McManus,7. A22 Bill Slade, 8. 33 Jenn Barker, 9. 45 Pat Weldon, 10. W1 Jarrod Westover,11. 11 Josh Langer, 12. 17L Vince Laboon, 13. 25 Mark Lee
K&N Performer - A22 Bill Slade
Miley BP Car Wash DirtCar Hobby Stocks Factory Stocks
Heat - 1 Gary Smith
Feature (12 Laps) - 1. 56 Joe Podolinsky, 2. 7 Chase Evans, 3. OU2 Ed Wiser, 4. 39 Tyler Fox, 5. 1 Gary Smith, 6. 14 Hannah Ramsey
K&N Performer - 39 Tyler Fox
Imperial Heights Garage DirtCar Young Guns Sport Compacts
Feature (6 Laps) - 1. M5 Christian Schneider, 2. 0 Logan Crewl, 3. 45 Todd Weldon, 4. 50A Tyler Atkinson, 5. 47 Roman O'Neill, 6. 13 Courtney Chamberlain, 7. 09 Matt Pegher
K&N Performer - 09 Matt Pegher
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Pro-Late Topless 25 Sizzler And The Barnyard Animal Gang Headline PPMS Action
By: Marcie Barlow
PITTSBURGH, PA - June 12 2012 - The second installment of the Pro-Late Summer Sizzler Series will headline this Saturday's racing action at Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway. The "Topless 25" will find the division's competitors removing their roofs to provide the fans with a unique view of "what goes on in the cockpit" as they vie for the $1,000.00 first place prize money. The Super Late Models, Late Model Sportsman, Hobby Stocks and Young Guns will also be in action this Saturday. In addition, this week's pre-race activities include a Free Petting Zoo in the main grandstand parking lot from 5:00PM to 7:00PM. Pony rides will also be available at an additional cost.
"We continue to look for ways to attract new fans to the sport and hopefully the petting zoo will provide the casual race fans with an added incentive to stay for the racing action that follows," stated Speedway Owner Matt Miley. "Our weekly competitors have provided three and even four wide racing action each week and this has certainly made our 'die-hard fans' happy. Those new to the sport should also appreciate how close the action as been and we firmly believe that if they are looking for affordable Saturday night family entertainment, PPMS is the place to be."
Pro-Late action thus far as found Mike Pegher, Jr. visiting victory lane three times while Andrew Satterlee, current points leader Kyle Lukon, John Garvin, Jr. and Tommy Schirnhofer have each scored one victory. Other competitors who will be looking to get into the win column include defending points champion Colton Flinner, Beau Glemba, Josh Holtgraver, Justin Lamb and Steve Beatty.
In last week's Super Late Model action, Mike Johnson scored his first victory in two years as he held off Alex Ferree, Daryl Charlier, Jared Miley and Michael Norris in the main event. Veteran Steve Baker and youngster Brandon Burgoon are also expected to return to racing action this week after spending last week at the Eldora Speedway for "The Dream."
The Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates for all Saturday events open at 5:00PM with the first green flag waving promptly at 7:00PM.
In 2012, the management of Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway will utilize a Sunday evening rain date in the event Mother Nature fails to cooperate with the Saturday night racing action. Times for the Sunday rain dates are as follows: Pit and Grandstand Admission Gates open at 4:00PM, Hot Laps at 5:00PM and Racing at 6:00PM.
Adult Grandstand Admission for this Saturday is $13.00. Seniors, Ages 60 and Over, are admitted for $12.00 with Juniors, Ages 13 to 16, priced at $9.00. Admission for Children aged Six through 12 is $5.00 and Children Under Age Six will be admitted Free. In addition, all children aged Six through 12 will receive a free gift when they present their admission ticket at the PPMS Gift Shop, which now features Apparel by Denise. Pit Admission for this week's racing is $30.00.
Fans are also invited to bring their own refreshments however; glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are not permitted. In addition, coolers are limited to 14 inches or smaller in size. And don't forget that the Checkered Flag Food Court has a great variety of delicious food like monster chicken wings, grilled chicken sandwiches, curly fries and cotton candy at "fan friendly prices."
Fans are encouraged to sign up for free race day text messages to get the latest information on weather or traffic delays that may impact the racing action by clicking on the "Rained Out" logo on the speedway website, www.ppms.com.
Additional information is also available on the speedway website: www.ppms.com or by contacting the speedway office at (412) 279-RACE (7223). Race fans can follow Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway at www.twitter.com/PAMotorSpeedway and https://www.facebook.com/#!/PittsburghsPennsylvaniaMotorSpeedway.
Don't forget to visit our Google + Page at "Pittsburgh's Pennsylvania Motor Speedway." As the presence of social media continues to increase we invite you stop by and join in the conversation.
Make your plans now as the Pro-Late competitors go "topless" this Saturday, June 16th and vie for the $1,000.00 top prize in the second installment of Pro-Late Summer Sizzler action at "Dirt's Monster Half Mile.
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Mike Johnson, Mike Pegher Jr., Jake Simmons (2), Tyler Fox and Bernie Blair Jr. Win at Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway on Saturday June 9, 2012
By: Miley Motorsports
Mike Johnson, Mike Pegher Jr., Jake Simmons (2), Tyler Fox and Bernie Blair Jr. Win at Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway on Saturday June 9, 2012, on Bad Habit Monster Truck Night by Truck N Stuff.
PITTSBURGH, PA - JUNE 9, 2012 - Imperial PA's Mike Johnson picked up his first win in two seasons in the Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DIRTcar Super Late Models. Johnson took the lead at the start from the outside pole, but a caution came out quickly for Jayme Beck who tagged the front straight wall on lap two while running fifth. On the restart Johnson pulled out front, with Alex Ferree, Daryl Charlier, Lynn Geisler and Mike Norris battling for position. While Johnson began to open up a lead, all eyes were on the battle for second as Ferree and Charlier battles lap after lap for second, with Geisler and Norris doing the same for 4th. Jared Miley fell back at the start but came on as the race wore on and joined Geisler and Norris in the battle for 4th. Miley and Norris moved by Geisler and began to battle with each other, while Charlier and Ferree were still were at it for second while Johnson maintained a comfortable lead in first. By lap 20 Johnson was in first with Ferree, Charlier, Miley and Norris behind. At the checker, it was Johnson, with Ferree just nipping Charlier at the line, followed by Miley, Norris, and Geisler, last week's winner Kari Gasser, Ben Miley, Tony Musolino and Jim Stephans. Kari Gasser also picked up the Awesome Designs Hard Charger and K&N Persistent Performer Awards. Jared Miley and Daryl Charlier picked up the heats.
The Brougher's Machine Shop Pro-Late Model Fastrak Crate feature saw Wexford PA's Mike Pegher Jr. grab his 15th career PPMS feature and second in a row and third of the season. Justin Lamb grabbed the lead at the start and led the first three laps before Josh Holtgraver took over. Holtgraver led lap 4 and 5 before a big wreck involving 6 cars on lap 5 brought out the red flag. Laura Longbrake, making her first start of the season, got the worst of it, along with Brian Goebel, who both went off on two wreckers. Everyone else was able to restart. On the restart, Mike Pegher, Jr., who started 11th overtook Holtgraver and pulled away from the field. Meanwhile Andrew Satterlee made a charge thru the field and moved into the top 5 from 12th by lap 11. On lap 15 the top five were Pegher, Holtgraver, Tommy Schirnhofer Jr., Satterlee and Lamb. On lap 16 Bryant Hank who was running ninth spun, bringing out a caution. Then on lap 17, Scott Schempp spun bringing out another caution. Pegher was able to pull away on the restart with Satterlee now in the top 4. On lap 19 the caution came out for Steve Beatty who spun in turn 4 while running 5th. Pegher pulled out on the restart, with Satterlee in second and Tommy Schirnhofer, Jr. in third. Schirnhofer got by Satterlee on the last lap so the finish was Pegher, Schirnhofer, Satterlee, Colton Flinner, Kyle Lukon, Josh Holtgraver, Beau Glemba (also picked up the K&N Persistent Performer Award), Nico Dabecco, Justin Lamb, and Ron Hall. The three heats went to Andrew Satterlee, Tom Schirnhofer and Ron Hall took the checkers for the 25 cars on hand.
The Sunoco Race Fuels Sportsman Late Models McKees Rocks PA's Jake Simmons grabbed his 51st win of his career and 5th of the season. Pat Weldon grabbed the lead at the start, and led Nick Kocuba for the first part of the race. Simmons worked into second, from 8th and slowly moved in on Weldon making his winning move on lap 13. At the checker it was Simmons, Weldon, Kocuba, Dave Slade, Josh Langer, Vince Laboon, Jarrod Westover, and Jenn Barker. The K&N Persistent Performer was Jarrod Westover. Jake Simmons won the heat.
In the Miley BP Car Wash Hobby Stocks, Tyler Fox Pittsburgh PA won his second feature in a row. Fox took the lead lap 8 of the event when leader Eric Goldberg got two flats and was forced to pit. Ed Wiser was second followed by Joe Podolinsky, Chase Evans, Goldberg, and Steve Pyeritz. Ed Wiser was the K&N Persistent Performer. Gary Smith and Daniel White (in Hannah Ramsey's #14) did not start. Eric Goldberg won the heat.
The Imperial Heights Garage Young Guns saw Bernie Blair Jr. Pittsburgh, PA picked up his first win of the season. Blair was followed by Logan Crewl, Todd Weldon, and Adam Carson (also the K&N Persistent Performer.
The Wacky Wheels Figure 8's had McKees Rocks PA's Jake Simmons making the evening a double win night by taking the main. Joe Podolinsky was second followed by Ian Tomei, Sam McGervey, Bad Habit Monster Truck Driver Joe Sylvester, and Josh Langer.
Fans were entertained by the Bad Habit Monster Truck at intermission.
On a sad note, Nick Nadik, Sr. Oakdale, PA passed away on June 5. Nadik, who owns a garage in nearby Imperial, was a fixture in the infield with his wrecker since the track was opened in 1979. Nadik also owned and was involved with cars back in the old Heidelberg/PRA days. He will be missed.
Upcoming at PPMS on June 16th, the Topless 25 for the Fastrak Pro Late Models (where the cars will remove their roofs), and a Petting Zoo and Pony Rides for the kids at 5:00 PM, plus a complete regular show for the other divisions. On June 23 the Big Bad Boss Wingless 410 Sprints will be on hand plus a Sportsman Showdown, and a complete regular show. Regular shows consist of Super Late Models, Fastrak Pro Late Models, Late Model Sportsman, Hobby Stocks, and Young Guns. Effective for the remainder of the season, in the event of any Saturday rainout the management will utilize a Sunday evening raindate. Times for the Sunday evening will start 1 hour earlier, with Gates opening at 4:00PM, Hot Laps at 5:00PM, and Racing at 6:00PM. For more info on PPMS Schedule see the website http://www.ppms.com/
SUMMARY - June 9, 2012
Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic DirtCar Super Late Models
Heats - H1 Jared Miley and 12 Daryl Charlier
Feature (25 Laps) - 1. 2J Mike Johnson, 2. 10 Alex Ferree, 3. 12 Daryl Charlier, 4. H1 Jared Miley, 5. 72 Michael Norris, 6. 1C Lynn Geisler, 7. 0K Kari Gasser, 8. 99 Ben Miley, 9. 48C Tony Musolino, 10. 38 Jim Stephans, 11. 29 Garrett Krummert, 12. J4 John Garvin, 13. 91 Tommy Beck, 14. 92 Jayme Beck
Awesome Hard Charger - 0K Kari Gasser
K&N Performer - 0K Kari Gasser
Brougher's Machine Shop ProLate Models
Heats - 2 Andrew Satterlee, 8 Tommy Schirnhofer and 01 Ron Hall
Feature (20 Laps) - 1. 1C Mike Pegher Jr., 2. 8 Tommy Schirnhofer, 3. 2 Andrew Satterlee, 4. 75 Colton Flinner, 5. 1 Kyle Lukon, 6. 00 Josh Holtgraver, 7. 99G Beau Glemba, 8. 1F Nico Dabecco, 9. 93X Justin Lamb, 10. 01 Ron Hall, 11. 75 Scott Schempp, 12. 15 Mark Moats, 13. B4 Steve Beatty, 14. 8 Dusty Curry, 15. 2M Chuck Medved, 16. 18 Chris Lander, 17. 3 Paul Jablonski, 18. 39 Pat Willar, 19. 84 Laura Lukon, 20. 33L Rich Logan, 21. 28 Bryant Hank, 22. 27 Lauren Longbrake, 23. 12 Brian Goebel, 24. T3 Colton Gearhart, DNS - C1 Ken Chernik
K&N Performer - 99G Beau Glemba
Sunoco Race Fuels DirtCar Sportsman
Heat - 68X Jake Simmons
Feature (15 Laps) - 1. 68X Jake Simmons, 2. 45 Pat Weldon, 3. 10 Nick Kocuba, 4. B4 Dave Slade, 5. 11 Josh Langer, 6. 17L Vince Laboon, 7. W1 Jarrod Westover, 8. 33 Jenn Barker, DNS - 18X Mike Harris
K&N Performer - W1 Jarrod Westover
Miley BP Car Wash DirtCar Hobby Stocks Factory Stocks
Heat - 714 Eric Goldberg
Feature (12 Laps) - 1. 39 Tyler Fox, 2. OU2 Ed Wiser, 3. 56 Joe Podolinsky, 4. 7 Chase Evans, 5. 714 Eric Goldberg, 6. 56J Steve Pyeritz, DNS - 1 Gary Smith and 14 Daniel White
K&N Performer - OU2 Ed Wiser
Imperial Heights Garage DirtCar Young Guns Sport Compacts
Feature (6 Laps) - 1. B4 Bernie Blair, Jr., 2. 0 Logan Crewl, 3. 45 Todd Weldon, 4. 50 Adam Carson
K&N Performer - 50 Adam Carson
Wacky Wheels Figure 8
Feature (15 Laps) - 1. 24 Jake Simmons, 2. 56 Joe Podolinsky, 3. 7 Ian Tomei, 4. 0 Sam McGervey, 5. 18 Joe Sylvester, 6. 1 Josh Langer
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