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Punta Gorda Cancels Races for This Weekend, June 30th

PUNTA GORDA, Fla.- The worst of Tropical Storm Debby has left the Punta Gorda area, allowing City officials to reopen most streets. High tide hit the City at about 9:40 a.m. today, and it didn’t cause the same heavy flooding that had resulted in numerous street closures throughout the last 72 hours. Most streets will remain open unless conditions deteriorate. City officials will be monitoring the streets, especially during high tides and heavy rain falls.

With that being said, the speedways front parking area is one of the areas under water, as it sits somewhat lower than the new road that was put in cutting across the front of the speedway. As of now, it is unsafe to drive into the speedways parking lots and it will take more than a day or 2 of no rain at all to become safe to drive on. The speedway owner will not put the fans or drivers in an unsafe situation and regrets that this week’s racing for June 30th will have to be cancelled. All races and championship night will be rescheduled for July 7th .

Punta Gorda Speedway regrets any inconvenience this has caused, but it is out of our hands and we will keep rescheduling until we get this huge championship night of racing in. The Punta Gorda Speedway would like to thank our drivers, crews and fans for their continued support and look forward to seeing everyone at our mid-season championship.

By Scott|2012-06-28T22:01:00-04:00June 28th, 2012|Featured, Front Page News, Punta Gorda Speedway, Race Results|Comments Off

It’s Round 2 for the Allen Turner Series for Pro Late Models at Five Flags

Back again so soon? You bet!! We’re back in action this Friday Night with the re-scheduled “Kids Night”, which was rained out on June 8th. What’s Kid”s Night you ask? Well, for starters, all Kids 11 and under get in Free. Then there is Bike Races. Simply bring your Bike, and your helmet (required), and your entered into the Annual 5 Flags Speedway Bike Races. There is a simple registration inside the main entrance. No entry fee, and every Kid gets a trophy and an ice cream. Age groups include 5 & under, 6 thru 9, 10 thru 12, and 13 and older. Special Thanks to Beef O’ Bradys on Mobile Highway and Panhandle Grading and Paving for helping make the Bike Races possible.

The Racing program this Friday should be a humdinger. The Allen Turner Series for Pro Late Models will headline the night with Race #2 in the Series. Perdido Key resident Mike Garvey won the opener, and will no doubt be the man to watch ,but Mike will have his hands full handling the likes of Hunter Robbins, ( look for Hunter in the familiar red #18) Chris Davidson, Dwayne Buggay, and a host of others. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-27T14:16:41-04:00June 27th, 2012|Featured, Five Flags Speedway, Front Page News|Comments Off

One At A Time

By- Jim Rouse, BRP Media – RaceCar Engineering Late Models, Scorpion Racing Products Modifieds, Hobby Stocks, 1-800-ASK GARY Thunderstocks, and Rent-N-Roll Gladiators race before Bubba Raceway Park takes a break on the 7th.

“The Magic Man” Mark Whitener has been left without competition it seems as he has dominated the past 2 races. Bo Allen has been giving chase but still lacks the hardware after a hard win. Other competitors like “Cheddar” Christian Augspurger, Richard Ferry, and Bryan Bernhardt have been trying their hardest to join Allen in the fight against Big Frog and the 58 team. And, never count out Ivedent Lloyd, Jr. if he is healthy and has a car. It will be tough to beat the best one at a time. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-27T13:42:50-04:00June 27th, 2012|Bubba Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

New location, Nascar Name highlight changes to Charity 200 Race Weekend !

C.A.R.S. Racing for a Cause Inc.

Orlando FL. 6-25-12 – After six years at Orlando Speedworld the Charity 200 Race Weekend moves to Auburndale Speedway for this years 7th Annual addition. ” I want to thank the Hart family for allowing us to have the event at Orlando for six years. Then GM Don Nerone, helped me get the event started nearly 7 years ago and we have grown each year. I also want to thank Rex Guy who has given us a great opportunity at Auburndale Speedway this year to hold the event. He gave us a deal for the track lease and his support to make it a success and I am thankful.”

We have a great promotional plan and advertising package put together to begin in July and continue right up to the event. It is the first time we have had an advertising budget for the event. I am excited to see what we can do with all this, to make this by far the biggest and best event. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-26T04:19:21-04:00June 26th, 2012|Auburndale Speedway, Featured, Front Page News, Series|Comments Off

The Vortex Theory

By- Jim Rouse, BRP Media

Gambles were the theme for the RaceCar Engineering Late Models, Scorpion Racing Products Modifieds, Buddy’s Home Furnishings Limited Late Models, 1-800-ASK GARY Thunderstocks, and Barfield Law Group Mini Stocks.

First out were the Scorpion Modifieds with a thrilling 20-lapper. David Reutimann led lap 1 but could not check out on Rich Pratt and Garret Stewart. On lap 8 “The Killer” Kyle Bronson spun and made contact with “Gunslinger” Stewart. “Gunslinger” would keep his position of 3rd behind leader Reutimann and Pratt. Bronson had moved up to 6th after 3 laps when Jim Passino spun the 34 machine and nearly collected Ron Burgess who did receive his spot back. Up front “Reuti” continued to lead “Gunslinger” and Pratt who had recently traded spots. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-24T15:54:06-04:00June 24th, 2012|Bubba Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News, Race Results|Comments Off

Smoke Screens

By- Jim Rouse, BRP Media – RaceCar Engineering Late Models, Scorpion Racing Products Modifieds, Buddy’s Home Furnishings Limited Late Models, 1-800-ASK GARY Thunderstocks, and Barfield Law Group Mini Stocks will put on 5 of the best features of the season!

“The Magic Man” Mark Whitener has set up a smoke screen himself and has the Dave’s Towing #58 out in front. He returns after a big win in the Florida State Late Model Championship and will try to hold off the threats from “The Grim Reaper” Bo Allen and his Palmer Toyota team. Allen has his own battle with “Cheddar” Christian Augspurger and a good show is in store. Ivedent Lloyd, Jr. and Richard Ferry are close to the top and both know how to win at Bubba Raceway Park. Never count out a Nosbisch as 10 drivers could enter as favorites. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-21T14:51:59-04:00June 21st, 2012|Bubba Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Buddy’s Blizzard #4 Coors Light 100 at Five Flags Speedway

Are you ready for some Fireworks? With our last event on June 8th being rained out, this Friday Night’s race program has competitors chomping at the bit more than ever to “celebrate some speed”!! The entire June 8th schedule, including the Allen Turner Pro Late Models and the Kid’s Bike Races, has been moved to Friday Night, June 29th. This Friday’s regularly scheduled Buddy’s Home Furnishings Blizzard Series Coors Light 100 is shaping up to be one of the best yet. With 3 races already in the book, race #4 of 5 takes on even more importance as guys are already starting to think “Snowball”. The 45th Annual Snowball Derby is scheduled for November 28th thru December 2nd. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-21T14:47:04-04:00June 21st, 2012|5 Flags Speedway, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Racing Rescheduled this Weekend at Punta Gorda Speedway

Due to the on going inclement weather, racing has been re-scheduled for next weekend, June 30, 2012.

We will have a full night of racing action, as we crown our 2012 mid-season champions. Saturday night racing will be FEATURES only and will include:

Super Late Model 100 Goodyear 12 pack series race # 5
Legends 25 laps
Bandoleros
Late Model /Sportsman 35 laps
Pro Truck 25 laps
Rookie Trucks
Perfect Pest Control Pro 4 25 laps
Road Warrior 25 laps
Street Stock 25 laps
Open Wheel Modified 25 laps
Cowboy Cadillac 25 laps
S.E Champ Kart Series

The Punta Gorda Speedway would like to thank our drivers, crews and fans for there continued support and look forward to seeing everyone at our mid-season championship.
Gates open at 4 PM and racing starts at 6 PM. Gate admission $10 for Adults, $ 8 for Seniors and kids 12 and under are FREE.

By Scott|2012-06-21T14:34:23-04:00June 21st, 2012|Featured, Front Page News, Punta Gorda Speedway|Comments Off

Phillip Cobb Wins Donnie Tanner Memorial Race For Late Models At East Bay Raceway Park

Tampa, FL – Race #2 for the Donnie Tanner Late Model Series was racing tonight. Along with them were the Street Stocks, Motorstats.com 4 Cylinder Bombers and Fan Participation.

The first feature of the night went to the Street Stocks. Dorsey Strickland and Donnie Reed won their heat races. For the feature it was Reed and Strickland on the front row. When the green flag waved, Strickland was the early leader. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-19T00:51:37-04:00June 19th, 2012|East Bay Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News, Race Results|Comments Off

The FUP Late Model Series Returns to “The Dale” June 23rd !

6-15-12 – The Florida United Promoters Late Model series returns to the Auburndale Speedway Saturday night June 23rd for a 100 lap event sponsored by Regal Kia & Chevrolet of Lakeland. The event will pay $3000 to win and track owner Rex Guy has added money to make it $400 to start !

After a great race at Citrus County Speedway Steve Dorer heads into the event as the point leader by 11 points over Anthony Campi. Jese Dutilly is just 2 points back of Campi in third, Jake Perkins and Jonathon Guy round out the top five in points. Daniel Webster, Anthony Sergi, Kevin Macy, Brian Finney and Cody Lane make up the rest of the top ten. (more…)

By Scott|2012-06-19T00:45:23-04:00June 19th, 2012|Auburndale Speedway, Featured, Front Page News, Series|Comments Off

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