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Pat McGrail Charges to DIRTcar 358-Modified Asphalt Series Win and Championship Title

Sunday’s Triple 50s at Airborne Park Speedway Spell Victory for McGrail

PLATTSBURGH, N. Y. – September 10, 2012 – Pat McGrail steered his DIRTcar 358-Modified to victory in the final 50-lap segment at Airborne Park Speedway Sunday, winning the day’s Triple 50s and taking home the DIRTcar 358-Modified Asphalt Series Championship.

In the first of three 50-lap segments that made up the DIRTcar 358-Modified Asphalt Series finale, McGrail drew the tenth starting spot. Series opener winner Todd Stone took the initial lead an survived a caution-ridden first half of the race, but McGrail caught up and was second by lap 25. Stone went on to win the first segment, but McGrail’s strong second-place finish kept him in the running for the feature win. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-11T16:29:01-04:00September 11th, 2012|Featured, Front Page News, Super DirtCar Series|Comments Off

UARA-STARS Head Back for Round 2 at Kingsport Speedway

Hendersonville, NC (9/10/12) –With only five races left, UARA-STARS championship contenders will take full advantage of the 170^th event at Kingsport Speedway, September 14^th.

Travis Swaim and Dillon Bassett are neck-in-neck in the current points standings with Sean Rayhall, Scott Turlington and Jake Morris, Devin Jones, Roger Powell, Brandon Jones, Tyler Laing, and Ben Rhodes following to compose the top ten. Swaim is looking to gain his first UARA victory at Kingsport. Swaim has four Sunoco Pole awards to his credit and a consistent run in the top five for all but two events this season.

That elusive first win is something he is determined to attain, the sooner the better for Swaim.

Young Dillon Bassett is leading the Rookie standings but not without pressure from ten other rookie competitors. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-11T01:50:38-04:00September 11th, 2012|Featured, Front Page News, UARA-STARS, Upcoming Events|Comments Off

PJ Wiggins Memorial

By Jim Rouse, BRP Media (9-10-12) Ocala, FL – This week-end’s 2-day show is the 2nd annual PJ Wiggins Memorial. Wiggins was an outstanding race-car driver but was, and still is, a great father figure to his children and even children who watched him win with a smooth and graceful technique; more importantly, he was always a very thankful man. A victim to skin cancer, he is sorely missed in the racing community so we honor him with the 2nd annual PJ Wiggins Memorial for the Scorpion Racing Products Open-Wheel Modifieds. Racing alongside them Friday night will be the Buddy’s Home Furnishings Limited Late Models, Hobby Stocks, 1-800-ASK GARY Thunder Stocks, and the Rent-N-Roll Gladiators.

The Modifeds are actually going to race twice as they make-up the Florida State Modified Championship race from July that was rained-out. So, Kyle Bronson and Dalton Lanich will have twice as much wear on the equipment (though both could drive 2 different cars) as they chase a championship. Of course, defending PJ Wiggins Memorial champion Rich Pratt isn’t out of either hunt and the Anthony, FL driver knows a trick or two around Bubba Raceway Park. The driver we call “4-Time” is in 4th as he chases #5; Jeff Mathews, however, has work to do if he wants it. Jim Passino went all Brett Favre on the sabbatical and was back behind the wheel of the 34A last time out. You can’t count any one out and don’t forget this- David Reutimann isn’t on any of the NASCAR entry lists. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-11T01:46:38-04:00September 11th, 2012|Bubba Raceway Park, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

PASS To Sanction Autobus La Quebecois Triple Crown at Autodrome Chaudiere in 2013

Triple Crown to Include $30,000 Bonus Point Fund

NAPLES, ME (September 10) – Pro All Stars Series (PASS) President Tom Mayberry and Autodrome Chaudiere owners Dany Lagace and Kevin Roberge announced today that PASS will sanction the Autobus La Quebecois Triple Crown at the speedway located in Valley Junction, Quebec in 2013. The Autobus La Quebecois Triple Crown will pit the best Super Late Model drivers from across North America in a series of three events with a purse totaling $123,000. And, as an added bonus, drivers who compete in all three Triple Crown events will vie for their share of a bonus points fund totaling $30,000. PASS and Autodrome Chaudiere’s combined effort will be one of the most lucrative endeavors in asphalt short track racing and looks to benefit both racers and fans alike. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-11T01:34:22-04:00September 11th, 2012|Featured, Front Page News, Pro All Stars Series, Upcoming Events|Comments Off

Jessica Murphy tops FUPTS 50 at Citrus County Speedway

Citrus County Speedway fans were treated to two 50 lap feature events on Saturday night as the Florida United Pro Truck Series and the Pure Stocks both went the extra distance. The night got underway with time trial qualifying for the trucks and Pure Stocks. When the dust settled, Jessica Murphy took top honors in the truck division, and Michael Martin to the honors in the Pure Stocks.

17 Pro Trucks took the green with Tim Sozio (16x) and Gerald Campbell (2x) occupying the front row, fast qualifier Murphy would start in the 3^rd position. Sozio would jump out the early lead with Murphy settling into 2^nd, and Brent Hubar (64) in 3^rd. The top three would run unchanged until the 1^st caution at lap 12 would slow the field for a restart. Truck series rules call for double file restarts, so Sozio would now have the fast qualifier Murphy, just to his outside. Murphy would power by on the restart green, to take the lead in the outside lane. Hubar would also find a way by Sozio to take the 2^nd position just ahead of Brad Bowman (2) in 3^rd. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-11T01:17:11-04:00September 11th, 2012|Citrus County Speedway, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Schatz Sails to Ninth World of Outlaws Win at Scenic Calistoga

The four-time champion now leads the points race by a season-high 50 points

CALISTOGA, Calif. – Sept. 9, 2012 – It shouldn’t be a surprise that Donny Schatz parked in Victory Lane on Sunday at Calistoga Speedway.

Schatz continued his recent tear in dominating fashion, leading all 25 laps to record his ninth World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series win of the season and his second at the scenic half mile.

The victory was the latest highlight in a hot streak that dates back to late July. Schatz has recorded six wins and 15 top fives in the last 17 points races, including a current streak of six consecutive top-five finishes.

The success has also built a 50-point advantage in the championship standings, which is the largest difference between first place and second all season.

“We’re on attack mode,” Schatz said. “These guys definitely got their game face on. They’ve got an awesome machine behind me and we’ve got our motors running really good, so we’re happy.” (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-10T13:53:26-04:00September 10th, 2012|Featured, Front Page News, Sprint Cars|Comments Off

Jessica Murphy tops FUPTS 50 at Citrus County Speedway

Citrus County Speedway fans were treated to two 50 lap feature events on Saturday night as the Florida United Pro Truck Series and the Pure Stocks both went the extra distance. The night got underway with time trial qualifying for the trucks and Pure Stocks. When the dust settled, Jessica Murphy took top honors in the truck division, and Michael Martin to the honors in the Pure Stocks.

17 Pro Trucks took the green with Tim Sozio (16x) and Gerald Campbell (2x) occupying the front row, fast qualifier Murphy would start in the 3^rd position. Sozio would jump out the early lead with Murphy settling into 2^nd, and Brent Hubar (64) in 3^rd. The top three would run unchanged until the 1^st caution at lap 12 would slow the field for a restart. Truck series rules call for double file restarts, so Sozio would now have the fast qualifier Murphy, just to his outside. Murphy would power by on the restart green, to take the lead in the outside lane. Hubar would also find a way by Sozio to take the 2^nd position just ahead of Brad Bowman (2) in 3^rd. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-10T13:48:43-04:00September 10th, 2012|Citrus County Speedway, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Auburndale Speedway results from Sept. 8, 2012

By Carol Andrews – Auburndale Speedway was the place to be for an action filled night of family entertainment. The winners in each race are as follows:

Modified Mini Stock

1-#19 Robbie Storer

2-#42 Chris Spring

3-#44 Mike Lawhorn

4-#21 Fred Harrison Jr.

5-#99 Dakota Hunt

6-#9 Ashton Hunt

7-#8 James Russell

8-#89 Scott Sharpe

9-#26 Mike Rudder

10-#09 Jody Robbins DQ’d in Tech (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-10T13:38:11-04:00September 10th, 2012|Auburndale Speedway, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

Esh Defends Posse Turf Against UNOH All Stars, Wins Tuscarora 50 at the Port

PORT ROYAL, Pa. (Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012) By Brian Liskai Doug The Hammer Esh defended the PA Posse s home turf against the invading University of Northwestern Ohio All Star Circuit of Champions Saturday at Port Royal Speedway to claim the 45th Annual AB Auto Glass Tuscarora 50.

Esh, from Lancaster, Pa., had to hold off a charging UNOH All Star driver Dangerous David Gravel to earn his first career UNOH All Star victory.

Esh s first win of the season was worth $11,450 for Esh.

But it was Owasso, Ok. native Daryn Pittman who took home the big money.

With his sixth place finish, Pittman claimed the UNOH All Star s $20,000 check for winning the series Eastern Region Championship.

Also, with his 10th place finish, Chad Layton was crowned the Port Royal Speedway 2012 champion.

Esh blasted around the Port s top shelf aboard his Leach s Automotive/Macri Concrete #30, and for a stretch of 11 laps he had the field right where he wanted them as the competition was bogged down in the lower and middle grooves. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-10T03:24:25-04:00September 10th, 2012|Artic Cat All Star Circuit of Champions, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off

HANTZ GRABS FLAT ROCK 7-UP 125 WIN; HUGO TAKES ENDURO, RINGGER ENDURO CHAMP

Flat Rock, Michigan-September 8, 2012: It was a night of firsts at Flat Rock Speedway Saturday as Angola, IN driver Scott Hantz held back Johnny VanDoorn and Jason Dietsch to win the exciting 7-Up 125 lap feature for the ARCA/CRA Super Series Late Models, Scott’s first Flat Rock win and the Series initial visit to the track. Bobby Hugo edged Danny Bennett by 2 car lengths to grab his first victory in the 300 lap Enduro championship race, and Matt Ringger’s 6^th place run was enough to seal the deal on his first-ever Enduro championship.

The first visit ever to Flat Rock by the ARCA/CRA cars was a great race as the battle up front waged on throughout the 125 lap contest. West Virginia driver Travis Braden started things off by setting fast time at 12:228. Travis drew an 8 for the inversion, giving Kenzie Ruston the pole starting spot. Pat Zorn led lap 1, but Ruston took control on lap 2 and led for 6 laps. Hantz spun on lap 7 to bring out the yellow flag. (more…)

By Scott|2012-09-10T02:43:16-04:00September 10th, 2012|ARCA, CRA Racing Series, Featured, Front Page News|Comments Off