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Pittman Earns Third Outlaws Victory at SoCal Showdown

He picks up first World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series win at Perris since 2002

PERRIS, Calif. – April 13, 2013 – It seemed fitting that the top World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series star collided with the premier Californian, who titles himself the “Outlaw killer.”
Both literally and figuratively, championship points leader Daryn Pittman and reigning King of California Tim Kaeding capped the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series five-week West Coast swing in a head-to-head battle on Saturday in the SoCal Showdown at Perris Auto Speedway.

Pittman and Kaeding, along with Donny Schatz, are the only drivers to record multiple feature victories this season and of course, they were in a heated match to decide the winner on the famed half mile.

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By Scott|2013-04-14T15:12:39-04:00April 14th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, Sprint Cars|Comments Off

Youth Proves An Advantage At Bubba Raceway Park

Jim Rouse, Ocala, FL- The Scorpion Racing Products UMP DirtCar Modifieds headlined a 5-division night with the Hobby Stocks, 1-800-ASK GARY Thunder Stocks, Rent-N-Roll Gladiators, and Florida Mini Sprints that proved to be the best action of the season.

Our very own Hobby Stocks opened the night and Don Woosley jumped to the lead. Woosley had a career night early on but did lose the lead to William Edwards on lap 3. Richard Calmes, Jr., Brian Shea, and Alvin Adkison combined to bring out 5 cautions with solo spins on the night. On lap 6 it was “The Mayo Missile” Devin Walker stealing the lead from Edwards and, after a few solo spins- including a lap 9 spin by Edwards- from the previous 3, Walker held off his father, Heath, for the win. The Walker family- the heat race winners- was followed by Brandon Elwood in the Flintstones Mobile, William Edwards, and Richard Calmes, Jr. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-14T15:05:59-04:00April 14th, 2013|Bubba Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Jason Pope Picks Up Win Through Tech, After Front Two Disqualified

April 13,, 2013 – Tampa, FL – Six divisions were on hand tonight on another gorgeous night here in the state of Florida at East Bay Raceway Park. Limited Late Models, Gagel’s Open Wheel Modifieds, Street Stocks, Outlaw Fours, Florida Old Time Modifieds and the Motorstats.com 4 Cylinder Bombers were all in action.

First feature of the night went to the Street Stocks as Thomas Burnside and Justan Rodgers won their heats. Then for the feature it was Tim Arnold and Justan Rodgers making up the front row. When the green waved it was Rodgers leading the way until the first caution of the night came out on lap nine as David Barwick, II and Dennis Wilson, Jr got together and tangled up heading into the turn four wall. Barwick was unable to continue as Wilson, Jr. went to the infield and then back to the rear of the field for the restart. Another caution came out on lap twelve as Thomas Burnside spun in turn three. It was a single file restart with three laps remaining with Dennis Williams pressuring Rodgers for the final three laps. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-14T14:58:37-04:00April 14th, 2013|East Bay Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

TRAVIS COPE DESTROYS BRIGHT HOUSE CHALLENGE SLM FIELD AT ORLANDO SPEEDWORLD

Week number two of NASCAR Whelan All American Series action saw some outstanding competition on a warm, muggy night as second-generation driver Travis Cope of Weeki Wachee proved dominant in the headline race of the night, the Bright House Challenge 100 for the Super Late Models.
A dozen Super Lates checked in for action with Orlando’s David Rogers, the defending and four-time Bright House Series champion, setting quick time at 13.765 seconds, just ahead of Daniel Keene, Jr.’s 13.782 lap. Rogers pulled the three pill placing third-fast qualifier Dusty Cornelius of Cocoa on the pole for the 100-lap feature race.
Cornelius shot out from his pole slot into a rather substantial early lead as Rogers slipped by Keene but was not able to match the speed of Cornelius. Meanwhile, Travis Cope had moved to third and was putting the pressure on Rogers, eventually getting by the veteran and now having his sights set on the leader. Cope quickly cut the deficit between himself and Cornelius in half, then seemed to back off a bit to save his tires as the race continued under green.
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By Scott|2013-04-14T00:56:51-04:00April 14th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, Orlando Speedworld|Comments Off

Schatz Claims Epic Thriller in Outlaws Return to Kings Speedway

Seven official lead changes highlight the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series event

HANFORD, Calif. – April 12, 2013 – Wearing an ear-to-ear grin, Chad Kemenah hopped out of his car and went in for the hug on Donny Schatz.
Keep in mind, Kemenah had just finished second to Schatz in the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series return to Kings Speedway on Friday night.

“That’s just what happens when you get a race track to race on wide enough,” Kemenah said. “These fans come out and just get a hell of a show. That was a lot of passing.

“I just want to thank all the fans for coming out here and Donny for such a good race. They got their money’s worth and we’re excited.”

Schatz was a bit more subdued in celebrating his first career victory at the 3/8-mile track, which has featured a different winner in each of the last seven World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series main events. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-14T00:33:00-04:00April 14th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, Sprint Cars|Comments Off

Talented Group of Drivers to Compete for the JRi Shocks Rookie of the Year Title – Presented by Dunn-Benson Ford

WAYCROSS, GA (April 11, 2013) – The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is pleased to announce the talented group of young drivers that have officially declared to compete for the series Rookie of the Year title in 2013. This year’s group of drivers includes two racers from the state of Illinois and another young gun out of the state of Arkansas. This group of racers not only has the talent to compete for the coveted JRi Shocks Rookie of the Year – presented by Dunn-Benson Ford, but could also contend for the series national points championship while becoming the next stars of the sport.

The 16-year-old driving sensation Bobby Pierce, the son of the legendary Bob Pierce, will be piloting the #32 Pierce Race Cars House Car as he competes for the JRi Shocks RoY- presented by Dunn Benson Ford in 2013. “Little Bobby”, from Oakwood, IL has already won three (3) RED BUCK Fast Time awards in 2013. He leads the RED BUCK Fast Time points category among all drivers and sits fourth (4th) in the LOLMDS national points standings. Bobby is currently leading the JRi Shocks Rookie of the Year – presented by Dunn-Benson Ford points standings after eight (8) events in 2013.

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By Scott|2013-04-11T19:45:02-04:00April 11th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series|Comments Off

Forecasted Frigid Evening Wind Chill Leads to Re-Schedule of Anderson CRA Event

Sunday afternoon events at Anderson and LOR still full steam ahead

Officials from Anderson Speedway, with co-operation from CRA Powered by JEGS officials, announced that due to forecasted frigid wind chill temperatures for this Saturday evening, the season opener for the ARCA/CRA Super Series Powered by JEGS has been postponed. The Sell it Again Sam 125 presented by Great Deals at Anderson Speedway has now been moved to Saturday, May 4th.

“It’s always a big deal when the stars from CRA show up for the Super Series events, and we owe it to the fans to try and give them the best environment possible to enjoy the show,” commented Anderson Speedway President Rick Dawson. “With forecasted wind chills in the evening in the mid 30’s, it just wasn’t going to be any fun for fans, racers or officials…and the bottom line is, this needs to be fun for everyone!”

As a result of the postponement of Saturday Night’s activities and subsequent reschedule, the CRA Stealth Street Stocks Powered by JEGS event that was originally scheduled on Saturday Night May 4th, has been moved to Saturday, April 27th. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-11T18:50:17-04:00April 11th, 2013|CRA Racing Series, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Schedule Change for Racing Radios 125 Presented by Schoenfeld Headers on April 27th at GMP

27 (1) Jefferson, GA (April 11, 2013) – After a successful start to the inaugural Southern Super Series at Fairgrounds Speedway in Nashville on April 6th, Gresham Motorsports Park is excited to welcome the touring series on April 27th for the Racing Radios 125 presented by Schoenfeld Headers.

Be sure to check out the schedule that has beenposted on GMP’s website. You might notice the changes that have been made to the original schedule in order to provide valuable information to teams and to give teams more practice time.

On Friday, April 26th, GMP will hold an open track rental for Super Late Models only. Multiple teams will be allowed to rent the track and the more that show up, the bigger the discount! Track rental will be by the hour (two hour minimum) with rates based on a per hour, per car basis: one car -$150 per hour; two cars -$75 per hour per car; three to five cars- $60 per hour per car; 6 or more cars -$50 per car per hour. The track will only be available to rent from 2pm to 6pm. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-11T17:47:07-04:00April 11th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, Racing News, Upcoming Events|Comments Off

Dale McDowell Makes it Two for Two in North Georgia ULTIMATE Super Late Model Win

Chatsworth, Georgia – For the second time in 2 North Georgia Speedway appearances Dale McDowell, of nearby Chickamauga, Georgia, pulled his Team Dillon race car into ULTIMATE Super Late Model Series Victory Lane. McDowell, who took the lead from TDR teammate Austin Dillon on lap 2, battled through lap traffic and a late race tangle with David Payne to outlast a hard charging Randy Weaver and score the $4000 winner’s purse. “We had a great car. I was really good when I was by myself but I would get tight when we got to traffic. I tried that top but then the lap guys were so fast up off that bottom they would slide up in front of us. This was our MasterSbilt car and it was really good. The track was a little choppy but nothing really bad. My hats off to Jason and all the folks here at North Georgia for a great event.” McDowell said.32 cars signed in and took timed laps in VP Race Fuels Race for the Pole Time Trials with NASCAR Nationwide Series regular Austin Dillon laying down quick time of the evening as the first car on the speedway. Dillon’s lap of 12.999 seconds topped Casey Barrow, McDowell, Adam Beeler and Brett Miller who rounded out the top 5. Dillon’s lap was the only driver to dip into the 12 second bracket. Randy Weaver, Ray Cook, Chris Ferguson, Skip Arp and Zack Mitchell completed the top 10 drivers that locked-in to the feature from time trials. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-11T17:35:39-04:00April 11th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, ULTIMATE Super Late Model Seires|Comments Off

BRIGHT HOUSE SUPER LATES INVADE ORLANDO SPEEDWORLD FRIDAY NIGHT _ BIG NEWS FOR SPRINT CAR FANS

Orlando SpeedWorld’s second week of racing under the NASCAR Whelan All American Series banner will be a big one as the Super Late Models will be in town for a 100-lap Bright House Series race. Also on tap will be the Open Wheel Modifieds, Mini Stocks, Pro Trucks, Super Stocks, Strictly Stocks and Bandoleros. The 2013 Bright House Challenge Series got under way on March 23rd with the Cracker 200 at New Smyrna Speedway and Hayden, AL invader Augie Grill came home with the win over Travis Cope and Rich Clouser. Grill will not be a regular competitor in the Series but both Cope and Clouser are expected to be in the field gunning for the points lead. Four-time and defending Bright House Series champion David Rogers had a disappointing race at New Smyrna but hopes to bounce back with a solid run at SpeedWorld.
Also expected to challenge for the win will be the likes of Wayne Anderson, Joe Boyd, “No Brake” Jake Perkins, Anthony Sergi, Ray Black, Jr. and several others.A special practice will be held on Thursday evening from 6-10 pm and competitors will be allowed to leave their rigs in the pit area overnight. Grandstands will open on Friday at 6 pm with Bright House qualifying slated for 7 pm and racing starting at 8 pm. (more…)

By Scott|2013-04-11T17:18:44-04:00April 11th, 2013|Featured, Front Page News, Orlando Speedworld|Comments Off

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