Columbus, Mississippi (10/08/13) This weekend, October 10th-12th, racers and race fans, who attend Magnolia Motor Speedway (Columbus, Mississippi) will be a part of history as two great races from the state of Mississippi come together for one mega event with the inaugural Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100.
For over twenty years the Magnolia State 100 hosted some of the most exciting racing of the year in Mississippi. After a few years away, event founder, Dewitt Singleton has brought the race back as a combined effort with Johnny Stokes’ annual Cotton Pickin’ 100.
“For various reasons we didn’t have the Magnolia State 100 last year, but I really like what Johnny is doing at Magnolia Motor Speedway, and I thought it would be a great idea to try and combine both races,” notes Singleton. “There are so many late-season races in this region that it just didn’t make sense to hold the Magnolia State 100 separately from the Cotton Pickin.”
For Johnny Stokes the combined effort is a no brainer.
“It takes a lot of work and time to make these big races happen, and it makes life a little easier having Dewitt and his crew working along with myself and my great crew here at Magnolia Motor Speedway,” comments Stokes. “Plus we’ve actually been able to increase the purse this year, while bringing the Magnolia State 100 name back into the fold. There’s a lot of excitement among racers and fans for this reinvigorated event.”
A strong field of Super Late Model pilots, representing more than ten states, have already voiced an intent to take part in the $20,000-to-win event including John Blankenship, Bobby Pierce, Clint Smith, Jack Sullivan, Jimmy Owens, Klint Byars, Bub McCool, Don O’Neal, Chris Wall, David Breazeale, Mike Marlar, Timothy Culp, Wendell Wallace, Rick Rickman, Brian Rickman, Billy Moyer Jr., Kyle Beard, Chris Brown, Dane Dacus, Eric Cooley, Neil Baggett and many more.
The 2013 Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 will be headlined by a $20,000-to-win/$1,200-to-
Super Late Models competitors please note that only 8” Spoilers will be allowed with other Magnolia Motor Speedway rules applying.
Super Late Model Purse
1- $20,000, 2- $10,000, 3- $5,000, 4- $4,000, 5-$3,000, 6- $2,500, 7- $2,000, 8- $1,800, 9- $1,700, 10- $1,600, 11- $1,500, 12- $1,400, 13- $1,300, 14-24 $1,200.
$200 Super Late Model Fast Time Award by GRT Race Cars
NeSmith Late Models will also be in action battling for year $3,000-to-win/$200-to-start with a $75.00 entry fee. Magnolia Motor Speedway Rules Apply.
NeSmith Late Model Purse
1- $3,000, 2- $1,500, 3- $800, 4- $700, 5-$600, 6- $500, 7- $450, 8- $350, 9- $325, 10- $300, 11- $275, 12- $250, 13- $225, 14-24 $200.
$100 NeSmith Late Model Fast Time Award by WJEC FM106.5 Vernon, AL
The MSSS Street Stock division will be headlined by a $2,000-to-win/$100-to-start with a $75.00 Entry Fee. Magnolia Motor Speedway Rules Apply.
MSSS Street Stock Purse
1- $2,000, 2- $1,000, 3- $600, 4- $500, 5-$400, 6- $300, 7- $275, 8- $250, 9- $225, 10- $200, 11-24 $100.
The Mini Stock division will be in action SATURDAY NIGHT ONLY as they compete for $400-to-win/$50-to-start, Based on 20 Plus Cars.
Mini Stock Purse (Based on 20 Plus Cars) 1- $400, 2- $250, 3- $200, 4- $175, 5-$150, 6- $125, 7- $100, 8- $75, 9- $75, 10-24 $50.
Mini Stock Purse (Less Than 19 Cars) 1- $300, 2- $150, 3- $100, 4- $90, 5-$80, 6- $70, 7- $60, 8-19- $40.
An Open Practice Session will be held on Thursday night, October 10th beginning at 7pm with all divisions welcome.
Friday night will see preliminary action for the Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 contested as Super Late Models qualify and run heat races as they attempt to make the feature field. NeSmith Late Models will also qualify and run heat races. MSSS Street Stocks will also run their heats.
B-Mains for all divisions will be contested on Saturday night along with Mini Stocks heat races and the Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 Championships Main Event Races.
Also, on Saturday the Alan East Racer’s Fund Free Fish Fry lunch will be held, and volunteers will be accepting donations for the fund to raise money to provide monetary assistance for racers, crew, or racing community in the event of an injury, etc. There will also be a Silent Auction for autographed doors from race cars, to raise money for the fund. Doors will be on display prior to auction time. Doors from top drivers in the country and plus locals. The lunch will be served at noon on Saturday with the Silent Auction 4pm. A hayride for the kids with candy and treats will be held on Saturday at 5:30pmSharp.
Trackside parking is available for an additional $30 in any unreserved spot. To reserve your spot please call 662-386-9191.
Please note that purses, prices, and race format based on a two day show.
Magnolia Motor Speedway and complete Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 information can be found on the Magnolia Motor Speedway website hosted at www.MagnoliaDirt.com . For more information call Johnny Stokes at 662-574-2572 or the track at 662-240-3478.
Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 Event Fast Facts:
EVENT FORMAT
Thursday, October 10th * 7pm – 10pm
Open Practice
Practice from 7pm till 10pm
Grand Stand Admission: FREE
Pit Admission: Adults $20
Three Day Pit Passes Adults $80
Friday, October 11th Schedule:
2:00pm: Pit gates open
4:00pm: Grandstands open
6:30: Driver’s meeting
7:00: Hot Laps
8:00pm: Qualifying
Super Late Model Time Trials and Qualifying Races,
NeSmith Late Model Time Trials and Qualifying Races plus,
Street Stock Qualifying Races
Friday Admission Prices
Friday Grandstands Admission: Adults $25.
Friday Children 10 and under free.
Two Day Adult Grandstand Pass: $45
Friday Pit Admission: Adults $35.
Friday Children 6-10 $25 Children 5 and Under Free.
Two Day Adult Pit Pass: $65
Saturday, October 12th Schedule:
12:00pm: Alan East Foundation Fish Fry Cookout
2:00pm: Pit gates open
3:00pm: Grandstands open
4:00pm: Autograph session on souvenir row
5:00pm: Driver’s meeting
6:00pm: Hot Laps
7:00pm: Racing
Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 Main Event Night
B-Mains For All Divisions and Mini Stocks Heat Races plus Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 Main Events
Saturday Admission Prices
Saturday Grandstands: Adults $25
Saturday Children 6-10 $5. Children 5 & under free.
Saturday Pit Admission: Adults $35
Saturday Children 6-10 $25. Children 5 & under free.