Feb 17th, 2012 – As the off season draws to a close, speed weeks is in full swing and many drivers prepare for the new season ahead. Many Late Model drivers around Florida are busy preparing for the sophomore season of the Florida United Promoters Late Model Series. The series features combined rules that allows for great competition at Florida short tracks. The opening event is coming quickly, the series will open the season March 3rd at the Desoto Super Speedway, Florida’s fastest 3/8 mile high banked track, home to the historic Icebreaker 100.
This event in years past has been a must race for such short track stars as Dick Trickle, Mike Eddy, Dick Anderson, Dave Pletcher and many more. This year will be no exception with the “Stars of Tomorrow” pre-entered, Tim Russell (2011 FUPS Champion), Jake Perkins (2011 FUPS Rookie of the Year), Anthony Campi, Jesse Dutilly, Steve Dorer, Anthony Sergi, Justin Larson, just to name a few.
“We are expecting a large field for the Ice Breaker, the interest has been tremendous concerning the series, stated series director Rick Williams. The track owners have provided the facilities for the racers, they have provided a series within Florida for them to race, and they continue to improve the series with additional sponsors, contingency, and media attention.”
“We look forward to opening the series here at Desoto Super Speedway and we are looking forward to a great race. We invite all the Late model drivers, crews and fans in for the Icebreaker 100, and we look forward to seeing everyone March 3rd.” remarked speedway owner John Sarppraicone.
Complete schedule for the day of the event can be seen on www.desotosuperspeedway.com in the coming days.
‘I look forward to running the second season with the Florida United Promoters Series, last year we didn’t run the full schedule but we plan to hit every race and run for points. 2011 was a successful season for the series and I am thankful I can be apart of it for 2012. We have a great group of sponsors on board for the year and big things planned, everyone at ACR is ready to get started.” stated Anthony Campi.
“After running our first year in Late Models in 2011 and the full FUP Late Model series, I am looking forward to running 2012 and improving our points finish and winning some races”. I gained a bunch of experience last year and feel that will help me a lot this season”. said 2nd year driver Anthony Sergi.
The fans can follow the FUP Series at www.floridaunitedpromoterslatemodelseries.com we will be posting qualifying and race results immediately after each event. Make your plans to be part of this event to start the 2012 Season and tell us about it on our Face book page or Twitter.
More info and updates to come as the event draws closer !