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Pre-entries flood in for the Charity Truckers 200

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

Orlando FL. 11-16-10 – Event promoter Rick Bristol released the pre-entries that are in to date for this years Charity Truckers 200. Many flooded in over the weekend, so they would be eligible for the Free Hoosier tire drawing and the Sunoco race fuel that was given as bonus awards for those entered by the 15th.

“This is a great entry list already and I know there are more that have told me they planned to run but I have not received their entry yet” stated Bristol. ” We were not sure how things would go with a rough year still for many economy wise and no tracks having large truck counts, but the drivers are coming through and they want to be a part of this event. We are proud of that”.

Here is the pre-entry list as of Tuesday November 16th:

1. Mike Powers           40X
2. Anthony Sergi         20
3. Tyler Laing              39
4. Jessica Green          40
5. Joey Coulter            02
6. Jim Cowhey Jr.         2
7. Nick Hernandez      37
8. Chad Pierce             14
9. Michael Burns         14x
10. Whitney Poole       00    ** Winner of 10 gallons of Sunoco Fuel
11. Andy Megronigle   94
12. Jeff Dulaney           15    ** Winner of 5 gallons of Sunoco Fuel
13. Chris Huntoon        30
14. Andy Laserra        121
15. Scott Reeves           21
16. Stephen Darvalics 41
17. Coby Clements       17     ** Winner of the 2 Free Hoosier Tires
18. Eric Pierce              30
19. Blake Koch              2x
20. Casey Caudill         33
21. Tommy King             1
22. Ken Lilley               17x
23. J.R. Garcia              13
24. Ricky Moxley         38
25. Kelly Caudill           33x
26. Jason Rosarius       18
27. Michael Pilla           24

The Pre-entry of $150 is due in by Dec 1st, after that it is $200. The order entries are received determines the parking order Friday morning December 10th and duplicate numbers.

We will update the pre-entry list as they come in. We hope you plan to join us on December 10th & 11th for the Charity Truckers 20 weekend !

By Editor|2010-11-17T01:22:14-05:00November 17th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off

This Saturday Night it is Big Al Newman’s Memorial Pro Truck 50 at Punta Gorda

This Saturday Night its the Big Al Newman memorial Pro Truck Race. We have 20 or more already called for a slab. All trucks will qualify for this 50 lap truck race. There is a $50.00 entry fee and it pays $750.00 to win. Goodyear 8″ grooved tire. Call the speedway at 941-575-7223 to reserve your slab ther are not many left. There are some contingency awards to be given away from Racecar engineering and Signage Pro with more to come. Lets make it a great one for “Big Al”. Thanks to all who support us!!

Also this sat night the Road Warriors will go 50 Laps. All cars to qualify. There will be $30.00 entry fee with $300 to the winner and paying nicely thru the field. So all Road warriors, bombers bring them out to challenge the south’s toughest short track. Call Bobby Kykendal at 941-627-0592 for rules questions.

By Jane Smith|2010-11-13T08:51:40-05:00November 12th, 2010|Punta Gorda Speedway, Upcoming Events|Comments Off

Volusia Racers Finish Strong in UMP DIRTcar Rankings

by BJ Cavin- VSP Media

BARBERVILLE, FL- As fall weather signals an end to the racing season across the United States the final national and regional rankings for UMP DIRTcar sports some names familiar to Volusia Speedway Park race fans. Volusia racers typically feature prominently in the rankings as the racing season begins quite early in Florida, but as the season progresses and racers from northern regions get more track time under their belts, it becomes progressively more difficult for Florida racers to maintain top positions. But some manage to do just that despite the fact that many northerners are racing three or four times a week, compared to one or two races per week for racers from Florida dirt tracks.

The UMP DIRTcar national rankings for the factory stock division, known as V8 Thunder Stock at VSP, finds Scott Mooers ranked 4th overall, with Chad Scranton holding down the 28th spot with Luke Sadler just behind in 30th place. Regionally their numbers are even better, with Mooers in 3rd place, Scranton in 18th place and Sadler in 19th. Scranton did not get a full season in at VSP in 2010, and were it not for his delayed charge to dominance he probably would have finished much higher. Sadler struggled early in the season and failed to finish a number of races, and yet still managed to all but match Scranton’s final numbers.

Another Volusia racer posting impressive numbers nationally was Casey Feaster, as he wound up ranked 15th in the final UMP DIRTcar sport compact division, known as the 4 Cylinder Challengers at VSP. Feaster’s regional ranking is even more impressive, as he drove his car to a 3rd place finish for 2010. But Feaster had company in the regional rankings as Tony Laporta recovered from a late start and drove to a 13th place finish.

Philip Brown posted an impressive 26th place finish nationally in the UMP Stock Car rankings, better known as the Street Stocks at VSP. The regional rankings were loaded with familiar names in 2010, as Brown posted a 3rd place ranking and Tim Hughes followed in 4th place. Bubba Christian wound up in the 7th spot while Mike Tovet finished 10th, Marc Maresca was 11th, and Trevor Gamble was 12th. Mick Kulak also made the poll with a 20th place showing.

The UMP DIRTcar Sportsman rankings ended with VSP’s Aaron Barsness holding down the 31st spot nationally, and 3rd in the region. Joining Barsness in the regional rankings were Stanton Mills, Shaun Daugharty, Matt Mcgillivray, and Steve Shead, all ranked in the top ten. Paul Shead and Dan Lane appear in the top 20, at 14th and 16th place respectively.

Other Volusia racers made their mark on the UMP regional rankings in the Modified Division, as Jeff Mathews led the way in the 1st place spot. Mathews had plenty of local companionship at the top, as Jamie Carter, Kent Corbin, Kyle Bronson, Wayne Hammond, and Garret Stewart, all held the top six positions in the final rankings. Larry Burkins was 9th, Jamie Smith was 11th, and Larry Mott finished in the 17th spot.

And the UMP DIRTcar Late Model regional rankings find Joe Kump holding the 11th spot, compared to Ivedent Lloyd who finished in 13th place regionally. Donnie Chappell’s season long rise through the rankings at VSP served him well, as he topped out in 15th place on the regional chart, and despite David Clegg’s mid season disaster at Ocala that crushed his shot at a championship run, he still posted a 20th place finish in the region.

So with the 2010 racing season in the books, Volusia Speedway Park will honor these racers and others this Saturday night during the VSP Night of Champions Banquet. The number of racers from Volusia Speedway Park posting impressive numbers both regionally and nationally is some thing to be very proud of according to VSP General Manager, Tonya Moschell, and Volusia’s fans can look forward to yet another season of top quality racing from the south’s fastest half mile in 2011.

By Jane Smith|2010-11-13T08:52:25-05:00November 11th, 2010|Upcoming Events, Volusia Speedway Park|Comments Off

Special Charity Truckers 200 Open Practice Saturday, November 20th

Orlando FL. 11-10-10 – It is announced today there will be a special open practice for the December 10th & 11th Charity Truckers 200 on Satuday November 20th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Rick Bristol has scheduled an open practice at Orlando Speedworld for Saturday November 20th, the gates will open at 9 a.m. practice will be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The practice is open to all divisions running in the Charity Truckers 200 weekend.

Pro-Trucks, Super-stocks, Champ Karts, Mini-cups, Legends, Bandoleros, Strictly-Stocks and DAARA Antique cars are invited. If you run other divisions and want to practice please call Rick Bristol to let him know.

The cost will be $15.00 per person for this special practice. ” Many had called about having a practice, or wanting to rent the track. To make it work for all we set up the practice and it will save folks that wanted to rent money, while giving all a chance to practice as well” stated Rick.

People will have time to practice and then head to New Smyrna for the big Governors Cup 200 at New Smyrna that night !

All safety rules are in affect for the practice, please come prepared. If you have any questions please call Rick at 407-497-0448 or e-mail him at rbmini68@aol.com.

By Jane Smith|2010-11-13T08:50:38-05:00November 10th, 2010|Front Page News, Upcoming Events|Comments Off

What’s Happening at Desoto Super Speedway This Weekend

Just a reminder for what’s racing this weekend…

Nov 13th

It’s the Hoosier Elite Super Late Model Series 75 lapper season finale with a host of your favorite drivers plus Q Auto & Injury Attorney’s Pure Stocks, Junior’s Trim Shop Bombers, Sturdy Built Trailers Flyin 4’s, Magic 4’s, Street Stocks and Trophy Dash Cars.

Gates Open: 5pm

Heats: 7pm

Features: After Intermission (approx. 8:30pm)

Admissions:

Adults: $15 Pits: $30

and Kids 12 & under FREE

Oh and don’t forget to bring your friends…see you at the races!

By Jane Smith|2010-11-10T02:35:10-05:00November 10th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off

The Penultimate Night

by Jimmy Rouse- Ocala Speedway Media

Ocala Speedway has the Top Gun Sprint Car Series for the final time in 2010. The Mini Stocks and Amsoil V-8 Thunderstocks run their final points paying events and the Gladiators also run on this great upcoming night.

When the Top Gun Sprint Cars were at Ocala last, it was summer and the racing was just like the weather- HOT! The racing will be the same, even if the weather isn’t. Danny Martin won the last time at Ocala, putting the #24 in victory circle. Rich Pratt, Ryan Partin, Gene Lasker, and Tim George followed Martin across the line.

In the Mini Stocks, the points belong to Kerr. And Kerr. Yes, Nick Kerr leads Dan Kerr by 9 points going into the final night. Dan certainly doesn’t want to let his son beat him at his own game and will do his best to win his heat and feature to gain maximum points. Johnny Zackery is 136 behind Dan Kerr, meaning Zackery will play all defense in the points. Buddy Pope is only 14 behind Zackery and would love to take 3rd in the 2010 points standings. Keith Briggs is 5th, 41 behind Buddy Pope. A Kerr will go home champion; a Kerr will go home runner-up.

In the Amsoil V-8 Thunderstocks we have seen almost everything- first-time winners, dominating runs, last-lap passes, worst-to-first runs. Their points championship ends on Friday, ending 1 of the best points battles of the season. Mike Stalnaker holds a slim 32 points over Scott Mooers after Mooers took a huge win and Stalnaker had some misfortunes. Chris Shea is 47 points behind Stalnaker which does leave him in a mathematical 3-way battle. Vaughn Woodall is the meat in a Shea sandwich as he’s 49 points behind Chris Shea, and 24 ahead of Brian Shea. As the 2010 season has shown us so far, anything and everything can and will happen in the Amsoil V-8 Thunderstocks.

With 2 races left in the Gladiators, no one can tell what the battle will look like on the final night. We do know, however, that Matt Shea leads Devin Walker by a mere 27 points. Steve Johnson can mathematically only hold 3rd now, but he has been a key player at the front of the field. Johnson holds 30 points over Casey Feaster and wants to beat Feaster, a man with 7 more wins than him. Kyle Morse is 110 points behind Feaster and will do his best to take 4th in the points. The men -and women- of the Gladiators have put on some great battles this season and nothing less is expected.

Another great event at Ocala Speedway is the Powder Puff race. The women come out and race and put on a great show that is enjoyed by all. Last year’s winner was Marian Berry in the #17. Last year’s 2nd place finisher, Kathie Fisher, has a lot more experience after running much of the Gladiators season. Jessica Zackery, Romaine Hake, and Melony Shea rounded out the top 5.

Ocala Speedway opens the gates at 5PM with racing at 8. This event is a special event meaning ticket prices are as according. For more information you may call the Speedway or visit www.ocalaspeedway.com.

By Jane Smith|2010-11-10T01:00:55-05:00November 10th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off

This Saturday at Punta Gorda Speedway

This Saturday Night its the Big Al Newman memorial Pro Truck Race. All trucks will qualify for this 50 lap truck race. There is a $50.00 entry fee and it pays $750.00 to win. Goodyear 8″ grooved tire. Call the speedway at 941-575-7223 to reserve your slab. There are some contingency awards to be given away from Racecar engineering and Signage Pro with more to come. Looks like it going to be a lot of trucks supporting the cause. Lets make it a great one for “Big Al”. Thanks to all who support us!!
Also this sat night the Road Warriors will go 50 Laps. All cars to qualify. There will be $30.00 entry fee with $300 to the winner and paying nicely thru the field. So all Road warriors, bombers bring them out to challenge the south’s toughest short track. Call Bobby Kykendal at 941-627-0592 for rules questions.

Team Punta Gorda Speedway
Greg Roeback

By Jane Smith|2010-11-08T23:44:58-05:00November 8th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off

Mark Gimmler Crowned 2010 Checkered Flag Champion

The 2010 Checkered Flag Sprint Series driver points Champion is Mark Gimmler and Mark’s dad and car owner, Norm Gimmler, is the car owner Champion. Mark had an outstanding year winning one feature and finishing outside the top six only one time. Great job Mark!

Finishing second and winning the Rookie of the Year award for 2010 is Jimmy Alvis, Jr. He also had one feature win in 2010. Rounding out the top five in third place is Gary Gimmler, in fourth place Keith Butler and in fifth place Amanda Ferguson. This year’s point’s race was a very close fought battle all year long with the top five separated by only 32 points at the end.

The 2010 Awards Banquet will be held on January 8, 2011 at the Red Rose Inn & Suites in Plant City, FL. Tickets will be $35.00 each and will include cocktails at 6:00pm (cash bar), dinner at 7:00 with awards to follow and are available by calling (813) 677-7326. We always have a good time so please make plans to join us.

CFSS would like to thank all the racers and fans for all the support they have given this year.

By Jane Smith|2010-11-08T18:08:18-05:00November 8th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off

Press Release from Checkered Flag Sprint Car Series

Unfortunately, the Checkered Flag Sprint Series 2010 season has been cut short. A purse restructure proposed by Punta Gorda Speedway midway through our season was not acceptable. The established purse had been in effect for the past 2 ¾ seasons. We understand that these are hard economic times and will strive to negotiate with Punta Gorda Speedway to come up with a more equitable solution. It is our goal to be back racing there in 2011.

By Jane Smith|2010-11-04T21:05:13-04:00November 4th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off

Sportsman 50 Lapper this Saturday at Punta Gorda

This Sat night the sportsman will go 50 laps at the Punta Gorda Speedway. This will have some door to door action you won’t want to miss. Along with the sportsman its Perfect Pest Control night for the legends Cars with $300 to win, also a crowd favorite the Road warriors return, Pro 4, Fab 4, Bandolero, Super Stocks, Mini Stocks and Cowboy Cadillac’s. All of these classes for ONLY a $10 grandstand ticket, for more info on up coming events visit PuntaGordaSpeedway.com or call the Track Office at 941-575-RACE(7223).
Punta Gorda Speedway is located on Piper road next to the Charlotte County Airport
I 75 exit 161 to Jones loop Road

Front gates open at 4:00pm on Saturday nights
With racing starting at 6:30pm
$10.00 Adults
$8.00 Seniors
$5.00 11 yrs to 17
10 yrs and under FREE
We’ll See You At The RACES!

By Jane Smith|2010-11-04T01:41:43-04:00November 4th, 2010|Upcoming Events|Comments Off