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BILL & JUDY BECK BENEFIT DINNER A ROUSING SUCCESS ON SATURDAY

By Mike Leone

February 6, 2010

Hermitage, PA…Hours after western Pennsylvania was blasted by one the biggest snowstorms on record, the sunshine returned allowing some 500 of the 600 plus ticket purchasers to still make their way to the Bill and Judy Beck Benefit at the Normandy Banquet/Hickory VFW on Saturday. The benefit was held from 4 to 8 p.m. and included a spaghetti dinner with salad and rolls. Many people donated an amazing amount of pies, cakes, and cookies were donated from so many people.

Throughout the fall and early winter, Judy Beck was hospitalized at Sharon General Hospital with back surgery, which turned into additional complications. She has since been transferred to UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh. Her husband Bill has been at her bedside throughout this time. Bill has been the longtime welder and chaplain at Mercer Raceway Park and has recently been part of the Motor Racing Outreach Ministries through which he serves the western Pa./eastern Ohio racing community.

While Judy continues her slow road to recovery, Bill was able to attend Saturday’s function and gave an emotional thanks to all that attended and supported the cause in various ways. He was blown away by the overwhelming outpouring of support.

Along with proceeds from the dinner, additional money was raised through the successful Chinese auction, the 50/50, various donations both before and during the benefit, a last minute bake sale, and a Super Bowl pool.

“I want to thank everyone for their support of this function,” stated 12th year Mercer Raceway Park owner Vicki Emig. “Bill has been there for so many both in the racing community and around his own community. This was a way we could all give back and it really showed how much he means to everyone. Special thanks to Susi and Phil Leach of Phil’s Woodshed in Mercer for running the Chinese action, the New Bedford Lions for their help throughout the day, Lex Shingledecker for coordinating the Super Bowl pool, and our announcer Mike Dutko for doing an excellent job on the mic throughout the event and stirring up additional monies through a last minute auction of additional items.”

Other than the weather keeping some from attending, one couldn’t have asked for anything more. It was a great night of fellowship with numerous racers, fans, and employees from the racing community along with many of the Becks’ friends and family from the local community, who all came together for the cause on Saturday. A call goes to 2009 Stock Car Champion Andy Buckley and third place car owner Buzzy Utsinger, who both donated their entire point fund monies to the Becks, and Frank Guidace, who auctioned off a chance to drive his Modified during on a practice night at Mercer Raceway Park.

Pictures from Saturday were taken by Debbie Oyler and are posted at http://oyler.zenfolio.com/p735021187.

Geving eyes additional midget experience to busy 2010 racing itinerary

By Bill Sullivan, Chicko Motorsports Media

PENNGROVE, CA (2-7-10) – After her first time competing at the famous Chili Bowl in Tulsa, Oklahoma last month, open wheel racer Alissa Geving is will look to add more midget racing opportunities to her schedule in 2010. The Penngrove native is geared up for a busy year of racing ahead racing multiple venues in California both winged and wingless.

"I'm ready to get down to business again," said eighteen-year-old Geving. "The trip to Tulsa was a great experience for me and I hope to have more opportunities such as that in the year to come."

Geving was summoned to Tulsa, Oklahoma just a week prior to the famed indoor midget racing event that draws national attention and some of the best drivers in the world. It was the request of Chris Walker and the Bay Muffler racing team that brought the two time Petaluma Speedway track champion across the states for her first midget racing venue.

"I love it, I really want to thank Chris Walker and everyone from Bay Muffler who made that trip possible," said Geving. "It was my first driving experience all on my own. Normally I have my family and my local sponsors helping me out at the track and this time it was just me. It was kind of scary going into it but I loved it once we got working together."

Geving's Chili Bowl debut put her on the track as early as Tuesday night during race week. In the third heat race of the night. An opening lap accident directly in front of her delayed her charge into the field during the preliminary event, however, she still rallied to the seventh position by the time the checkered flag flew.

Later in the evening the team competed in the C-main event as they begin their attempt for a solid position in the feature events on Saturday night. Starting fourth, Geving maintained her position and transferred into the following B feature where she finished 12th respectively.

"I really have to thank my teammate for the event Scott Pierovich," added Geving. "This was my first time in a midget. Scott really helped me get comfortable with the physics of the car. I really enjoyed the great communication between the whole team."

On Saturday night of the event, Geving was slated to start 6th in the G main event. During practice she had a slight brush with the wall causing minor damage that later resulted in a loss of starting position for the event. While it appeared all was repaired in time for a the race, a battery cable that was jarred loose from the incident and was not discovered until Geving was pushed off for the event and the car failed to fire.

After returning to the work area to make the repair, Geving was able to make the line up for the race but forfeited her starting position in doing so. Starting last in the event, Geving did what she does best and defeated adversity by passing as many cars as possible in the event. Unfortunately the team was unable to transfer into the next event after the opening lap set back.

"It was one of those things we just couldn't overcome, but I had a blast passing as many cars as I could," said Geving. "I'm looking forward to racing additional events with the Bay Muffler team this year."

In 2010 Alissa Geving will compete for a third consecutive championship title in the Petaluma Speedway All Pro Sprint Car Series. Additionally the Chick-O-Motorsports team will vie for the 2010 Civil War Sprint Car Series Championship and will also compete in select wingless races throughout the year including the USAC event slated for her home track in Petaluma in June.

"I'm really looking forward to it all, I wish we could start racing right now because I have never felt so motivated," added Geving. "I really want to thank everyone involved for my opportunity in Tulsa including my local sponsors that helped get me there."

Only one other person has claimed three consecutive championships at Petaluma Speedway, local favorite David Lindt Jr. Geving looks to join Lindt in the triple crown status and possible becoming the first female racer nationally to win three consecutive racing championships. The Petaluma All Pro Series will begin on April 3. The Hoosier Tires Civil War Series is set to being on Saturday, March 20 at Placerville Speedway. Alissa Geving and her Chick-O-Motorsports Team will likely compete at the pre-season Mini Gold Cup and the Silver Cup at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico pending additional sponsorship.

Alissa Geving has a number of dedicated marketing partners including, Tillett Tool, Matt Cordeiro Enterprises, Pit Stop USA, and Auto Repairs Unlimited. Additional sponsors include K&N Filters, Flowmaster Mufflers, Allstar Performance, A1A Performance Muffler,Jeremy's Chair Repair, Afex Graphics, Simpson Racing Products, 21st Century Health Club, Butler Specialtys, Vanlare Steering Repair, Pro Shocks, ALC Machine, JW Web Design and Sullivan Images Media Specialties.

If you would like team with Alissa Geving and the Chick-O-Motorsports Team in the form of sponsorship for the upcoming racing season you can learn more about her and can contact the team through their website at www.chick-o-motorsports.com or emailing Gary Geving at: gary3x@yahoo.com.

Brandon Wimmer – New Season Begins in Florida!

(Bill W) February 8, 2010 – Brandon Wimmer and Owner, Rick Ferkel’s #0 team have their season underway with the All Star Circuit of Champions in Florida. The pair was able to qualify for the main event on the first night at Volusia Speedway Park last Wednesday. They came out of the two-night show with a comfortable feel for their new J&J chassis sprinter with Goodyear tires.

The All Stars were joined by many from the World of Outlaws as is always the case in Volusia. Despite the stout field, Brandon qualified 18th out of the 40 cars assembled. “I thought we qualified pretty well considering the class of cars that were there,” he says. “We had a new J&J purchased from Sam Hafertepe Jr. Between that and the tires, we were trying to figure out what worked for me on the racetrack.”

Starting outside row one in the heat, the Fairmount, Indiana driver finished third to qualify for the main event. “We were kind of out-motored there by the Kasey Kahne cars,” says Brandon. “(Cody) Darrah got us on the start, and Joey (Saldana) was able to get by us. It was good to get transferred to the feature.”

A gamble left the car tight and Brandon called it a night early on. “We thought the track would slick up, but the humidity was high enough that it brought the moisture out,” he says. “It got tackier and we just missed the setup big time. We about wrecked once, so I pulled it in before we tore it up.”

On Thursday, thing were over for all practical purposes after time trials. “We just messed up qualifying (37th out of 41),” says Brandon. “The tires don’t make a lot of difference, but you do have to make some adjustments. We’re still figuring that out. We were in the back of the heat, and then in the B, we were up to ninth or tenth. That’s when the left rear went flat.”

The resurgence in the B gave Brandon some confidence. “The track slicked up, and we were able to find the setup for the car,” he says of the B main. “It was a learning week for us.”

Brandon offered up his take on the Goodyear tires being run this year. They are mandatory on the left and right rears. Though the team used Goodyears on three corners last year, this version of the rubber is different. “It’s a completely different tire this year,” says Brandon. “The blocks on the tire are different. The compound is a little harder than what we ran last year. The left rear was a little softer. They aren’t the same as last year, but it’s nothing major. Like Rick says, we have to adjust the shocks and other stuff on the car to make them work for the tires. After the first week, I’d say it went well for everyone with the new tires.”

The Florida tour will cap off at East Bay Raceway Park this Thursday through Saturday. “I’m looking forward to East Bay,” says Brandon. “The configuration of the track is smaller than Volusia, and more racy. I’m excited about getting out there.”

Brandon and Rick Ferkel would like to thank the following sponsors for all their help: Shorty’s Truck Repair, Smith’s Farm, Goodyear Tires, Griff’s Engines, Kear’s Speed Shop, Huggins Cams, BRODIX Heads, Barnes Oil Pumps, Prism Lubricants, Zeis Land Development, Butlerbuilt, Simpson, Winning With Wellness and WRT Web Designs.

Team Mannatech

Brandon has realized that a driver not only needs good equipment on the racetrack, but needs to also be in the best physical shape to be a success. That's why Brandon has added a wellness program to his daily routine, which includes adding a line of scientifically validated nutritional products from Mannatech. Mannatech, Incorporation is a leading developer and provider of proprietary nutritional supplements, weight management products and skin care solutions. Athletes around the world rely on Mannatech products because they are formulated from high quality, natural plant sources and are formulated without any substances banned by major worldwide anti-doping agencies.

Brandon has been invited to serve on an elite team of athletes called Team Mannatech because of the results he has had with the products and will be working to share his experience with drivers, crews and fans. With more than 200 athletes representing countries around the globe, Team Mannatech members have been drawn from the exclusive ranks of sports legends, the everyday athlete and young enthusiasts destined to become superstars. They inspire action and attract passionate wellness champions and are all role models for their sport, committed to helping people of all ages lead a healthy, active lifestyle.

NUCKLES FAMILY 34TH AUTO RACING PROMOTERS OF THE YEAR)

(LAKE MARY, FL, February 8, 2010) - In the Grand Ballroom at the Hilton Daytona Beach, February 8, the Nuckles family, promoters of Columbus (OH) Motor Speedway became the Thirty-Fourth Auto Racing Promoters of the Year by Racing Promotion Monthly, the idea newsletter for auto racing promoters. The Nuckles received the industry's most prestigious award on their eighth nomination. The ceremony was part of the Speedweek National Workshops, the concluding event of the Thirty-Seventh Annual RPM Promoters Workshops Series, forums and trade shows for promoters, which will conclude Wednesday, February 10, at the hotel. The Auto Racing Promoter of the Year is selected annually in balloting by promoters nationwide.

Honored as Regional Auto Racing Promoters of the Year were Red MacDonald and Bob Watson, Lee USA (NH) Speedway; Andrew Harpell, Five-Mile Point (NY) Speedway; Al Varnadore and Todd Hutto, East Bay (FL) Raceway Park; Orville Chenoweth, Dakota State Fair (SD) Speedway; C-Ray Hall, 81 (KS) Speedway; Rodney Wing, Whynot (MS) Speedway; and Steve Beitler, Skagit (WA) Speedway.

National Speed Sport News, presented the twentieth annual National Speed Sport News Award for outstanding annual short track event to the Jim Raper Memorial Dirt Cup, Skagit Speedway.

The Speedweek Workshop is the second event of the Thirty-Seventh Annual RPM Promoters Workshops Series and the 99th produced by RPM during its 37-year run. Racing Promotion Monthly, the idea newsletter of auto racing promoters, and the Workshops are produced with the year-round support of K&K Insurance Group, Inc., Hoosier Racing Tire. The Thirty-Seventh Workshops Series was produced with additional sponsorship support from: the Eldorado Hotel Casino, INEX, GM Performance Parts, Lucas Oil Products, Moffett Productions, MUSCO Sports Lighting, World Racing Group; Simes Graphic Designs, RACEceiver; AMI Graphics; the WISSOTA Promoters Association and Advertising Edge. More information is available from RPM at 715-536-1067, or on the World Wide Web at RacingPromotionMonthly.Com.

Thompson Steps up his PCR Track Championship Chase:

It may not have been something that he had in his sights at the beginning of the 09/10 season, but James Thompson is now a genuine chance at winning the Parramatta City Raceway (PCR) Sprintcar Track Championship and is doing everything in his power to do so.

Recently at PCR Thompson, who currently sits second behind defending champion Mitchell Dumesny in the PCR Track Championship point standings, made his first appearance aboard his brand-new Maxim chassis and Kriner 410ci powerplant and despite some teething dramas the new package showed plenty of potential.

After he had started the feature race out of position 18, due to finishing his two heat races with a ninth place finish and a win, Thompson charged his way forward to pass a total of 13 competitors on his way to a fifth place finish.

“The new format that PCR are running for the remainder of the season is quite a tough one and it makes every driver have to earn a good starting spot in the feature race by having to pass as many cars as possible in each of their heat races,” the NSW # 22 Hills Motorcycles backed Maxim drivers said. “I failed to go forward in my opening heat race and then won my other heat race and that only put me 18th in the feature race field. That just goes to show how tough it is and proves that you need to move forward as much as possible on both of your heat races or otherwise you are going to be in for a tough night.”

Aboard his new car / engine package Thompson’s fifth place finish recently was a result that he had to well and truly earn as it banked a solid point’s haul towards his PCR Track Championship challenge.

“With the PCR Track Championship in the balance to come out with a new car and work our way from 18th in the field up to fifth is an encouraging sign, especially considering that there are still plenty of gains to be made with this package,” Thompson explained. “After I wrecked my car during the last World Series round at PCR our team has been forced to bolt together our new car and it happened at the same time that our new Kriner engine arrived from America and it’s going to take a few race meetings just to get it all sorted out,. The main thing is that we’re still in contention for the PCR Track Championship.”

Thompson wanted to say a huge thanks to both Ros and Ron Mudford for the purchase of his new Kriner 410ci engine.

This Saturday night (February 13) Thompson returns to PCR to do battle in the 14th round of the PCR Track Championship.

Current PCR Track Championship Point Standings (after 13 of 18 completed rounds): 1 Mitchell Dumesny – 3058 points 2 James Thompson - 2995 3 Marty Perovich - 2992 4 Ian Madsen - 2976 5 Glen Saville - 2938

For the 09/10 season Thompson is proudly supported by: Hills Motorcycles www.hillsmotorcycles.com.au, Aprilia www.aprilia.com.au, Thompson & Associates and Stahlwille www.stahlwille.com

New Car Brings Reidy Improved Results:

When the chips are down you have to try something new in order to pick yourself back up and that was exactly what Danny Reidy did recently and it’s already reaping its rewards.

Since switching a brand new J&J for the Australian Nationals at Speedway City (Adelaide, SA) a fortnight ago it has brought Reidy a change of fortune and also results.

The NT # 5 Desert Palms Resort / Titan Plant Hire supported J&J driver finished 10th at the Australian Nationals, followed by a 12th at the Kalgoorlie International Speedway round of World Series last Wednesday night and then he placed 10th and seventh at the final round of the World Series at the Perth Motorplex last Friday and Saturday night.

Last Saturday night during the World Series finale Reidy qualified for the feature race in third after he enjoyed a solid run through the pole shootout. In the feature race itself, Reidy ran strongly inside the top five up until the latter stages when he hooked a rut and consequently dropped back to finish in seventh.

“Yeah, I messed up in the final laps by running into a rut and that denied me of a top five result,” said Reidy. “The new car is going great at the moment and I’m really pleased with the speed and consistency it has shown so early on. It also looks to be the change that I needed to make as my luck has turned around too.”

At the completion of the World Series Championship for the 09/10 season Reidy finished up ninth in the final point standings.

Reidy will make his first visit to Collie Speedway (Collie, WA) for the latest round of the Southern Thunder Series this Saturday night (February 13).

Reidy would like to thank Desert Palms Resort in Alice Springs, Titan Plant Hire, Baines Engines, Gonzo Racing Pipes, Camden Neon Signs and P&M Motor Body Repairs for all their support throughout the 09/10 season.

The official Danny Reidy website can be viewed at: www.dannyreidy.com

Lines Shows Good Speed in Western Australia:

Despite wanting more, Steve Lines has shown good speed throughout the first weekend of racing in Western Australia during the final round of the World Series Sprintcar (WSS) Championship at the Perth Motorplex.

The current South Australian Title holder finished the opening night of the WSS Championship finale fourth in the preliminary feature race and then he backed up that result the following night with a sixth place feature race finish.

Although he was pleased to finish well inside the top 10 of both nights of Australia’s toughest series, Lines felt that his VIC # 45 H.A. Young Plumbing supported J&J lacked just that little bit of horsepower compared to the drivers ahead of him.

“It was only a little bit as we exited the corners but around a huge track such as the Perth Motorplex it makes all the difference and that little bit of horsepower that we were lacking can sometimes be the difference between finishing on the podium or not,” Lines mentioned. “To come away from the Perth Motorplex with a fourth and a sixth place isn’t too bad of a result and I’m looking forward to returning there in a fortnight’s time for the running of the King of the Wings to improve on these results and get onto the podium somewhere.”

Due to a broken torsion stop during the latter stages of the preliminary feature race last Friday at the Perth Motorplex, Lines was robbed of a possible podium spot. At the time of the problem he was battling with David Murcott for third place.

Another part of Lines’ Western Australia tour that has him focused on success is the fact that this is the home state of his major sponsor, H.A. Young Plumbing.

“Yes, having my sponsor, H.A. Young Plumbing, based over here is certainly extra motivation to perform strongly and I’m looking forward to posting strong results in the coming weekends,” added Lines.

Lines finished ninth during the 14th round of the WSS Championship last Wednesday night at Kalgoorlie International Speedway that kicked off his month long Western Australia tour and then the weekend before that he finished sixth in the Australian Nationals at Speedway City (Adelaide, SA).

The latest round of the Southern Thunder Series is to be held this Saturday night (February 13) at Collie Speedway (Collie, WA) and Lines is set to compete.

The new range of Steve Lines merchandise includes t-shirts, hoodies and caps in a range of sizes and it is all available from the VIC # 45 transporter at all of the remaining 09/10 season race meetings.

09/10 season Steve Lines merchandise prices: T-shirts = $25 Hoodies = $45 Caps = $20

Roar of racing engines to return to Millstream Speedway

FINDLAY, Ohio - The roar of racing engines will once again fill the air at Millstream Speedway in Findlay, Ohio in 2010.

After sitting idle for nearly nine years, Millstream Speedway reopened in 2009 and the fans showed their support by packing the historic track's grandstands. Now, Fremont Speedway Promoters Rich Farmer and Andy James hope to continue that excitement as they have signed a lease agreement with Millstream owners Greg and Mary Beth Roe to promote races at the Findlay, Ohio speedplant in 2010 and beyond.

"We have leased the facility from Greg and Mary Beth and are planning to run three to four races this year with more to come in 2011," said Farmer.

"The fans have shown beyond a doubt they want racing at Millstream and we are going to work hard to provide them with the fun and excitement they have come to expect there," added Farmer. "We look forward to building great relationships with the people in the Findlay and surrounding communities along with establishing business partnerships that will benefit everyone."

Farmer noted the ties between Fremont Speedway and Millstream go back to the 1960s and 1970s and at one time the Findlay track was owned by then Fremont Speedway promoters Paul and Dot Szakovitz.

While no firm schedule has been set for racing in 2010, Farmer did note the popular Ohio Sprint Speedweek featuring the O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions will return on Sunday, June 20 as the third leg out of the nine straight nights of racing.

"We have a great group of employees at Fremont and that will help us tremendously in getting Millstream going," said Farmer. "We know we have a lot of work to do and we will roll up our sleeves and get going soon."

Farmer said improvements will be made to the track's lighting and sound systems and plans are to reopen the track's main concession stand. Farmer said Millstream's website -millstreamspeedway.com - will be updated soon as well.

Reserve your seats now for World of Outlaws at Attica Raceway Park

ATTICA, Ohio - The best dirt track sprint car drivers in the world will once again sling the clay at Attica Raceway Park on Friday, May 21, and fans can reserve their seat for the excitement!

Reserve seats - top five rows of the middle grandstands - are on sale now for $30 (add $2 per ticket for credit card processing) for the Kistler Racing Engines Classic with the World of Outlaw Sprint Cars. Call 419-680-5606 now to make sure you have a seat for the great racing as all reserved seats sold out for last year's World of Outlaws Sprint Car race.

Last year at "Ohio's Finest Racing" speedplant, Hartford, Ohio's Dale Blaney scored his first World of Outlaws win since 2004. Blaney took the lead on lap 30 when four-time World of Outlaws champion Donny Schatz got forced into the front stretch wall by a lapped machine and spun, and was hit hard by Lee Jacobs. Prior to that incident, Blaney had steadily worked his way up from his fifth starting spot and had been engaged in a tremendous battle with Jason Meyers. Once in the lead, Blaney could not shake Meyers who finished a car length back in second.

The excitement will continue this year as "The King" Steve Kinser is now behind the wheel of a Tony Stewart Racing machine along with Schatz as a teammate. Last season's winningest World of Outlaws driver Joey Saldana, piloting the Kasey Kahne Racing #9, will be tough to beat at Attica, as will Meyers and Craig Dollansky. Then throw in PA Posse drivers like Stevie Smith, Cody Darrah, Lucas Wolfe, Ed Lynch Jr. and the tough Attica weekly competitors like Byron Reed, Craig Mintz, Chris Andrews, Mark Keegan, Brock Mayes, Mike Linder and more and you have the recipe for a perfect night of excitement and fun.

For more information log onto www.atticaracewaypark.com

Cowtown Schedule NOW SAT/SUN, 2/13-14; 170 Entries

Kennedale TX (2/10/10) by DarinShort.com. As can be the case this time of year, ‘weather interference’ can cause schedules to be adjusted when necessary.

With precipitation currently forecasted for Thursday, and below normal temperatures on Friday, the entire Cowtown Midget Championships weekend has now been shifted to racing on Saturday February 13^th and Sunday February 14^th.

The racing forecast for Saturday and Sunday currently looks very good with temperatures in the 50’s and no precipitation expected.

At the time of print, 170 race teams have entered early for the event, with around 200 expected to hit the high banked ¼ mile dirt track of Cowtown Speedway when a triple-header weekend kicks off the 2010 race season.

Here’s a quick glance at the revised weekend schedule, with details following below:

Friday February 12 – Practice night for cars competing this weekend only. Parking is assigned for this event, so cars not racing are not allowed on this special practice night. Gates open at 5pm, practice until 9 or 10pm.  Main grandstand closed. Pits may or may not open prior to 5pm, will be determined Friday.

Saturday February 13 – Complete Midget program, with heats and qualifying features for all other racing divisions. Fan Fest from 12-1:15pm, Pits open at 1:30, Hot Laps at 3 and Races at 4pm.

Sunday February 14 – Complete Midget program, with last-chance races and features for all other racing divisions. Pits open at 11am, Grandstands 11:30am, Hot Laps at 12:15pm with races at 1pm. We expect to have racing concluded around 5-6pm.

Here are weekend event details:

The 2^nd Annual Cowtown Midget Championship presented by City Vending, National Health Care Advisors and Sunoco Race Fuels will now take place on February 13-14, 2010; and will certainly provide a weekend of wild racing action once again. The full-blown midgets will compete for $1,000 to win on Friday and $3,000 to win on Saturday. Each of their feature events will start 24 cars. The midget portion of the weekend is sanctioned by SMRS/USAC.

The race in 2009 also resulted in the largest field of midgets in the state of Texas in recent memory, as over 40 teams assembled. With the Copper on Dirt scheduled the following weekend (visit www.USAraceway.net for more info), it is possible to see more touring teams take on the USAC/SMRS series drivers, as was the case in 2009. This changein the schedule will also make it easier for USAC traveling teams that have their final event at East Bay on Wednesday night, thus giving them another travel day.

The ASCS2 Series will be on hand to kick off their 2010 season with the Winged Outlaw ‘Multi’ and Non-Winged ‘A’ classes (of what Cowtown fans know as the Winged 600’s, just without wings). With $1,500 earmarked to win for each ASCS2 division, there’s sure to be full fields of top quality cars from throughout the region, as was the case with both ASCS2 events at Cowtown in 2009.

Plus, the first ever visit of the ASCS2 Restricted 600’s will take to the brand new 1/6 mile “Action Track” at Cowtown, with the winner taking home a cool $1,000. 

The always exciting Cowtown Modifieds will race their traditional Feb Fast 50 for $2,000 to win and $400 to start (24^th). The race will be sanctioned by NCRA. Visit www.NCRAracing.org for more info.

With over $60,000 cash posted for the weekend, fans can expect another great field of cars. Discounted race pre-entry has now concluded, but you can still register online at the track website. Midgets do not have a pre-entry fee, but must pre-enter to receive a reserved pit parking space.

Race fans, you can enjoy the entire weekend’s action by purchasing your 2-day tickets in advance at the track website by 2/12/10 (Friday). 2-day adult grandstand passes are just $30, a savings of $5 off of race night pricing. We also moved the deadline for the 2-day passes ahead one day, due to the schedule change.

And the extremely popular “Fan Fest” returns to Cowtown Speedway on Saturday, February 13^th from Noon until 1:15pm. Ticket holders for that day’s race will be allowed into the pit area during that time to meet with the race teams, get autographs, apparel, pictures and much more. The main ticket booth will be open at noon as well.

An open practice night for all weekend competing race divisions (only) will be held on Friday February 12^th from 5pm-9pm. Concessions and fuel will be available, and pit passes are $20. (The main grandstand will be closed Friday night.) It is possible that the pits will not open until 5pm on Friday, and will be determined on Friday.

As of the morning of February 8^th, here is the complete final pre-entry list for the weekend’s action, 20-40 additional teams are expected to enter on race day:

Just click www.CowtownSpeedway.com for the event flyer, driver pre-entry, advance 2-day passes, track information and more.

Mark your calendar now to be a part of a great weekend of racing action, at family affordable prices with the Cowtown Midget Championships, Feb Fast 50 and ASCS2 Series opener all taking place February 13-14 at the Fastest Li’l Dirt Track in Texas, Cowtown Speedway!

Nine Racing Chili Bowl Expedition Proves Successful

Laguna Beach, California—Nine Racing’s recent visit to the 24th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals at QuikTrip Center’s Tulsa Expo Raceway, in Tulsa Oklahoma, proved successful and allowed the team to fine-tune its new direction of offering race prep services.

Nine Racing’s Race Prep Services program debuted with three drivers at the recent Chili Bowl, which included PJ Jones, Tanner Mullens, and Jason Meyers, who received guidance under veteran midget team car owner and master tuner Rusty Kunz, along with crew chief Glenn Martin, who were in charge of setting up each of the midgets.

The popular annual midget race drew 256 competitors from across the nation, and the event will be featured on Speed Channel on Saturday, February 13, at 9:00 p.m. EST.

For more information and details about the Nine Racing Race Prep Services program, and how a driver can participate in the 2010 USAC National Midget Series with the team, please visit www.nineracing.com.

The Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprints and Can-Am Motorsports Park Showcases the St. Lawrence Shootout Weekend presented by RT. 37 Building Supply!

It will be the largest and most talked about two shows in the 27 year history of the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprints (ESS). Billed as the St. Lawrence Shootout presented by Rt. 37 Building Supply, the winged warriors will invade Can-Am on Fri. July 2nd and Sat. July 3rd where over $25,000 will be up for grabs.

Friday night’s A-Main will pay the winner $2,000 to win while Saturday’s 25 lap finale will pay an ESS record $4,000 to the winner. Not to mention $2,000 for second and $1,000 for third with an increased purse throughout. Last year over 30 sprints were expected to be on hand Friday before rain cancelled the event and on Saturday 38 filled the pit area. With the added money, the car counts will climb.

The shows will be two separate full point shows for ESS which guarantees all the stars from the 360 sprint car organization. What will make this special, ESS’ open draw policy actually makes these events open competition and with Friday having no baring on Saturday you will expect many different race teams on both nights.

“We tried the two-day weekend show last year however Mother Nature had different ideas. But, the response was awesome.” said Track Manager Chip Burdick. “We had so many campers and race teams stay the weekend. Even on Saturday where it rained right up to 530, we had a pit full of cars and a real nice crowd. I think we stumbled on to something here so we wanted to make a big splash with the areas premier 360 organization.”

“The Bearup family has been a big supporter of Can-Am for 20 years and we are pleased that they have taken the title sponsorship of not only the St. Lawrence weekend but all three ESS visits” Burdick continued. “Rt. 37 Building Supply’s name and logos are on many cars that race at Can-Am in all divisions showing their true dedication to the local racing community.”

(Media note – Rt. 37 Building Supply is also a major sponsor on Jeff Cook’s #10 ESS sprinter)

The Shootout Weekend will also be a big build up for the first ever appearance for the All-Star Circuit of Champions sprint circuit which will be on Monday, July 12th. Many of the ESS stars will be back to support this show. Fans are also reminded that ESS will be back on Friday Sept. 3rd of Labor Day Weekend for a return visit.

More details will be coming in the very near future with fans encouraged to visit www.canammotorsports.com and www.empiresupersprints.com for the latest up to date information.

Hendry Motorsports

Last night Lewiston’s Jamie Hendry enjoyed his best run of the current season with a top four result at round 8 of the Speedway City 360ci Sprintcar Track Championship. After a horror start to the Speedway City season, where he had failed to finish each of the feature races contested, his latest performance will lift the confidence of the entire team as they head into the remaining races of the Track Championship along with the upcoming Australian 360ci Sprintcar Championship later this month at the Murray Bridge Speedway.

After his two heat races, where he managed to finish third and fourth, Jamie qualified his bright fluorescent red SA Kerbing #42 Maxim on the fifth row but he worked his way expertly through the field in the shortened event to finish fourth. Unfortunately for Jamie just prior to the final caution of the race for the Josh Ruhs incident he was closing in dramatically on the top three and with the race being declared two laps short the chance of a podium result was lost.

“We are just happy to have finished our first feature at Speedway City for the year. We had strong car speed all night but I think we were a bit stiff starting from position nine after a third and a fourth but I believe we were tied on points with a number of drivers in front of us but I drew a number 11 in the marble draw at the drivers briefing. I passed a number of cars in the final, it was a shame it was cut short as we were having a great battle with Adam (Currie) and Chad (Ely). We may have been able to move up a bit more but we will never know” commented Jamie following the final.

Jamie’s next appearance will be next Saturday night (February 13) as he contests the 360ci Sprintcar Shootout at the Murray Bridge Speedway.

Caruso Wins First Feature Of The Season

By Phil Michell

Current Speedway City Track Champion Mark Caruso broke through for his first feature race victory of the 2009/10 season with a devastating display in round 8 of the Speedway City 360ci Sprintcar Track Championship last Saturday night. After starting from position 3 in the final he avoided the early race accident involving Josh Ruhs and Jason McIver and from that point he was the class of the field as led convincingly up until the race was declared on lap 18.

“It was just really good to have a strong run at Speedway City. Finally we got a decent result at home in front of my Family and sponsors. That was my first show in Adelaide with the new car after I wrecked my other car at the Nationals so it was good to bounce back with a win” added Mark.

Unfortunately Mark is out of contention to defend his Speedway City Track Championship following his Nationals crash and an engine failure in round 2 but he is well and truly in the mix to capture the Victorian based All Stars Series, which continues this weekend at the Redline Speedway near Ballarat. “We have had a good run in the All Stars and we currently sit second in points without winning a round. We have had a second placing at Nyora and we led for about 10 laps at Mildura before a lapped car took us out, but the good thing is we have been fast. So we will be looking forward to another strong run on the weekend to keep us up towards to front in the points”.

Along with chasing the All Stars his next month will be extremely busy as he will return to Speedway City following the Ballarat meeting before contesting the Australian 360ci Title at Murray Bridge.

History Of Auto Racing Honored During March 7-13 IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Show

PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - History will take center stage during the upcoming IRCO Community Federal Credit Union Dirt Track Heroes Show.

Local auto racing - past and present - will be the focus of attention March 7-13 at the Phillipsburg Mall, located on Route 22 East in Phillipsburg, N.J. The '10 edition will be the third in the history of the IRCO Dirt Track Heroes event.

The recently-formed Flemington (N.J.) Speedway Historical Society will have a large presence at the show with Vintage Cars and a salute to the Late Model division at the famed Garden State facility. A Flemington Late Model Reunion is scheduled for Sat., March 13 at noon.

A former Flemington pace truck will be part of the display, along with plenty of memorabilia from "The Square."

The Flemington Speedway Historical Society will be recruiting new members during the show. For further information, contact Bill Hanna via e-mail at flemspdwyrhs@verizon.net.

Honoring the 40th anniversary of the speedway's 1970 Season Opener, the Harmony (N.J.) Speedway Historical Society will be on hand at the IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Show. Photos, race results and articles from the 1970 lid-lifter - won by Ray Neary - will be displayed, along with a number of restored cars.

Through the efforts of noted racing photographer Henry Wilt, Dorney Park (Pa.) Speedway will be saluted at the show. Anchoring the Dorney Park display will be pictures, vintage sheet metal, collectibles, T-shirts, trophies, driver's suits and more.

On Sat., March 13, former Dorney Park drivers Dave Cicon, George Wambold, Mike Garris and Russ Frantz will be available for autographs at 2 p.m. Other drivers could be added to the autograph session.

For further information on the Dorney Park tribute, contact Henry Wilt by e-mail at cameradude@entermail.net.

The Reading (Pa.) Fairgrounds Racing Historical Society is expected to have a presence at the show to honor the history of the famed Berks County track.

The Pados brothers of the CARQUEST Gasoline Alley Show return to host the nightly events and interviews. Several guest announcers will be on hand during the weeklong event, adding to the festivities.

The CARQUEST Gasoline Alley Show will open the show with a three-hour taping on Sun., March 7. The show will air on March 8.

The "new" J&L Speed Supplies, located in Hellertown, Pa., will be on hand at the IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Show. J&L operator Harry Landis has plans for a booth. He will also display his No. 31 Sportsman car, which will see action at Big Diamond (Pa.) Raceway in 2010.

New Egypt (N.J.) Speedway general manager Danny Serrano has indicated the popular Garden State facility would be well represented at the Dirt Track Heroes event.

Additionally, there will be collectibles, novelties and current-day/vintage race films on sale during the event. The IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Car Show will again produce its own souvenir T-shirt and program book.

Race teams looking to register for the event should log on to the show Web site at www.bdmotorsportsmedia.com. The show flyer and entry form is located on the main page. Teams and their sponsors will receive mainstream exposure from the thousands visiting the mall each day. A nominal entry fee of $25 covers insurance for the week.

The third edition of the IRCO Community Federal Credit Union Dirt Track Heroes Car Show is a joint effort between event originator Bob Miller and Brett Deyo.

IRCO Community Federal Credit has been the lead sponsor of the Dirt Track Heroes event since its inception in 2008. To find out more on IRCO, visit the company's Web site at www.ircocu.com or contact Greg Collins via e-mail at gcollins@ircocu.com.

2010 IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Car Show TENTATIVE Schedule of Events

Sun., March 7 - (Noon) - IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Car Show Opening Ceremony (Stage) - All Tracks and Driver Autograph Session: Nazareth, Reading, Harmony, Orange County, Hatfield, Dorney Park, Langhorne, Trenton, Flemington, East Windsor, Sanatoga, Moc-A-Tek, Nazareth National, Allentown Fairgrounds, Stroudsburg Taping of CARQUEST Gasoline Alley TV Show

Mon., March 8 - (6 p.m.) - Salute to ATQMRA, Hamlin Speedway, Kutztown Fairgrounds Speedway, Snydersville Speedway - Invite to pavement Modifieds

Tues., March 9 - (6 p.m.) - Salute to Borger's Speedway, XCel 600 Modifieds, Blue Mountain, Lehigh Valley, West End Raceway and Keystone Quarter Midget Clubs

Wed., March 10 - (6 p.m.) - New Egypt Speedway Night - Salute to East Windsor Speedway - Invite to Garden State Vintage Racing Club

Thurs., March 11 - (6 p.m.) - Salute to Thunder on the Hill Series, URC and ARDC - Invite to speedway photographers

Fri., March 12 - (7 p.m.) - Salute to Grandview Speedway and Big Diamond Raceway plus Reading Fairgrounds Speedway and Harmony Speedway & Dragway - Invite to Friends of Hinchcliffe Stadium

Sat., March 13 - (10 a.m.) - Kids Easter Egg Hunt (begins at stage)

Sat., March 13 - (Noon) - Flemington Speedway and Flemington Speedway Racing Historical Society present Late Model Reunion. All drivers invited to return for fan-fest and Autograph Session

Sat., March 13 - (2 p.m.) - Dorney Park Speedway Tribute & Autograph Session organized by Henry Wilt

- Mall Hours: Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. -

*Schedule subject to change

SALDANA PRAISES GOODYEAR EAGLE SPRINT CAR TIRES

BARBERVILLE, Fla. (Feb. 7, 2010) – No driver has been more consistent during the sprint car portion of the annual DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Raceway Park this week than Joey Saldana, the Brownsburg, Ind., racer who drives for NASCAR star Kasey Kahne.

Saldana has won once and finished second twice in three races. He took second in Saturday’s season opener for the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series, narrowly losing to Donny Schatz. The first two sprint car outings of the DIRTcar Nationals were O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions races.

Goodyear is the exclusive tire provider for the rear tires for both the Outlaws and All Stars programs.

“The tires have been really good,” Saldana said. “I think they’ve been better than what people have given them credit for. They’ve done a great job, right out of the box.”

Saldana started near the front Saturday but had to work through traffic before he could chase Schatz for the top spot.

“I started seventh (tonight) and finished second, started eighth the other night and ran second, I started fifth and won,” Saldana said. “My tires have been very consistent. I feel really good with them.”

Saturday, Steve Kinser finished third, Jason Meyers was fourth and Tim Shaffer came home fifth. The season opener drew 37 cars to the Outlaws pits and a large crowd to the grandstands.

“After three nights of racing here at Volusia, our Goodyear Eagles have shown a wide range of race ability,” said Justin Fantozzi, Goodyear’s marketing manager for global race tires. “The tires have allowed the cars to race both high and low on the track. As exciting as the racing was tonight, I can’t wait to see how well they’ll race in 30 days’ time, when the teams will have had time to fine-tune their chassis to our Eagles.”

The sprint car portion of the DIRTcar Nationals concludes Sunday.

More information about Goodyear Racing is available at www.racegoodyear.com. More information about the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series is available at www.worldofoutlaws.com.

Ocala Speedway Banquet Location Announced

by BJ Cavin

Plans for the 2009 Ocala Speedway Championship Awards Banquet were suddenly derailed just after the New Year when the business that was hosting the event suddenly closed with no notice. That set a scramble in motion as event organizers frantically tried to find a suitable replacement, and ultimately the event ended up being postponed indefinitely. Then other events like the Ocala Speedway Winternationals demanded attention and focus, further delaying the search for a new location.

A couple of weeks ago Ocala Speedway owner Michael Peters announced that the banquet would be held on February 19th, regardless of whether an off site location could be found or not. The search continued, and despite much effort and time spent looking at various locations, it has been decided that the banquet will take place at Ocala Speedway, from 7 PM until 11 PM, on Friday, February 19th.

Tickets are currently on sale at the speedway office, and can be purchased any Tuesday through Friday from 9AM until 4PM. Cost is $20 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under, and those who plan to attend are urged to purchase tickets early so that planners can gauge how much food and supplies will be needed. There will be a limited number of tickets available at the door.

Racers are reminded that Ocala Speedway has two practice sessions scheduled in February, the first on Saturday, February 13th, at 2PM and another the day after the banquet, Saturday, February 20th, at 2PM.

For more information on the banquet or the practice sessions, visit www.OcalaSpeedway.com, or call the track at 352-622-9400.

RYAN LITT: KICKING OFF 2010 IN FLORIDA

by Tommy Goudge (February 6, 2010) – London, Ontario racer Ryan Litt kicks off his 2010 season this weekend with a trip to Florida. Ryan will be back behind the wheel of the DeCaire Motorsports/Dirt Devil’s Speedway #41 for four races in eight days at three different venues with the Tampa Bay Area Racing Association Sprint Car series.

First up on Saturday night, February 7 is a date at Citrus County Speedway, where Ryan finished his 2009 season in November. On Sunday and Monday the teams will move to New Smyrna Speedway near Daytona Beach to take part in two rounds of the track's annual World Series events. Next weekend it will be on to Desoto Speedway near Tampa for a Saturday night event.

“I feel really good going into Citrus,” says Ryan. “I know the track pretty well now and Terry (DeCaire) has been putting a lot of time into the car, so we should be good right out of the trailer.”

Ryan’s first visit to Citrus County didn’t produce great results, but it’s a track he now feels comfortable with after getting a race under his belt at the three-eighths mile.

“There isn't a lot of opportunity for passing at Citrus, so I will be looking to get a good draw and start up front,” says Ryan. “Another positive is that I won't have to start at the tail end (of heat races) any longer since I’ve run two TBARA races now. That should help us a lot.”

While Citrus County isn’t new to Ryan, the New Smyrna half mile and Desoto's three-eighths mile track will be.

“I'm really pumped to race at New Smyrna,” says Ryan. “I have been told it's a really fast track, and will suit my driving style.”

A lot goes into making a trip like this possible, and Ryan has many people he’d like to thank:

“I have to thank the whole DeCaire family - they have been really accommodating to me, letting me stay with them and picking me up at the airport,” says Ryan. “They are a great family and I'm really happy to be driving for them. I also owe a big thanks to BS&B Radiator, OTC Tools, and Huron Produce. They’ve sponsored my trip. Without them I would not be able to do this!"

Lots of preparation is already underway for the racing season up North as well. The new Must See Racing Xtreme Sprint Series is taking shape, and has many pavement sprint car racers excited for spring time.

“Once we get back from this trip we will be putting all of our time and effort into getting our new car ready for the opening MSR race at Salem,” says Ryan. “We are taking this year very seriously and we will be looking to be a contender at each event - hopefully coming out as the Xtreme Sprints Champion."

The prize Ryan really has his eyes on is the Little 500 at Anderson Speedway. It will be the sixty-second running of the famous race, and the sixth one for Ryan as a driver.

"I'm looking for a good run at the Little 500. Each year we learn more and more. I think this year with our new car we will be one of the teams to beat."

Plans for driving other types of race cars are coming together as well, including a possible first race for Ryan at a special track to him.

“If all things go as planned we may be at Oswego Speedway on Labour Day," says Ryan.

WHAT: Tampa Bay Area Racing Association 2010 Season Rounds 1 - 4 www.TBARA.net

WHERE: Citrus County Speedway (Citrus County Fairgrounds) 3600 S Florida Ave Inverness, FL 34450 Phone: 352 726-9339 On The Web: www.CitrusCountySpeedway.com

New Smyrna Speedway 3939 SR 44 New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 Phone: 386 427-4129 Fax: 386 426-1611 On The Web: www.NewSmyrnaSpeedway.org e-mail: feedback@fascar.org

Desoto Super Speedway 21000A SR 64 Bradenton, FL 34212 Phone: 941 748-3171 Fax: 941 746-3424 On The Web: www.DesotoSuperSpeedway.com e-mail: staff@DesotoSuperSpeedway.com

WHEN: Citrus County Speedway – February 6, 2010. Racing @ 5:00 p.m. New Smyrna Speedway – February 7 & 8, 2010. Racing Sunday @ 4:00 p.m., Monday @ 7:30 p.m. Desoto Super Speedway – February 13, 2010. Racing @ 7:00 p.m.

Ryan and the team would like to thank all their sponsors for their support during the 2010 season, including OTC Tools, BS&B Radiator, Linton Media, Linde Gases, Leaf Racewear, Xtreme Metal Worx, and Huron Produce Ltd.

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Worlds best dirt track drivers to visit Attica Raceway Park in 2010

By Brian Liskai

ATTICA, Ohio - With over half a million dollars in prize money up for grabs, the world's best dirt track drivers will sling the clay at "Ohio's Finest Racing" speedplant - Attica Raceway Park - during its 23rd season of racing in 2010.

Besides the exciting weekly Friday night competition of 410 sprints, Fultz Fabrications & Speed Shop UMP late models, Fremont Fence 305 sprints and the occasional door banging action of the Computer Man Dirt Trucks, ARP will play host to several "special" events in 2010 that will draw race teams from all over the world.

"Every week looks like a special event in 2010, bringing in most of the top touring groups. Then, when you throw in the second season of the Kistler Racing Products FAST (Fremont Attica Sprint Title) Championship Series....the fans will certainly get their money's worth in 2010," said ARP Promoter John Bores.

The World of Outlaw Sprint Cars and World of Outlaw Late Models will once again try to tame the high banks of ARP. The sprint cars will visit Attica for the Kistler Engines Classic on Friday, May 21, as they vie for $10,000 to win. The World of Outlaw Late Models will also vie for $10,000 on Ohio Cat Night, Friday, July 31, with the winged 410 sprints also competing that night for $3,000 to win.

The UMP wheel-hiking late models will also take center stage for the first ever visit of the UMP Late Model Summer Nationals at ARP on UUI/Bazell Race Fuels Night, Friday, July 16. Also, the ALMS late models will tackle the clay on Friday, April 16.

The O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars will compete four times at Attica Raceway Park in 2010. The All Stars will kick off their northern tour with the traditional Spring Nationals presented by HD Supply on Friday and Saturday, April 9 and 10. The April 9 event will pay the All Star winner $3,000 with the UMP late models also on the racing card. The 305 sprints join the All Stars on Saturday.

Attica Raceway Park will kick off the often replicated but never duplicated Ohio Sprint Speedweek featuring the All Stars on Friday, June 18 on Aaron's Sales and Lease Night.

The All Stars help ARP wrap up their season with the traditional Attica Ambush on Baumann Auto Group Night, Saturday, Sept. 4.

Other special events in 2010 at Attica Raceway Park include:

- 305 Engine Builders Challenge, Friday, May 7 - an increased purse for the Fremont Fence 305 Sprints.

- Burns Electric Mid-Season Championship Night - Friday, June 4 - double points for the 410 sprints, late models and 305 sprints.

- Kear's Speed Shop Fan Appreciation Night - $10 general admission for all four divisions of racing on Friday, July 2

- 11 races in the Kistler Racing Products FAST Championship Series for the 410 sprints, and, for the first time, 5 races in the FAST Championship Series for the 305 sprints. Attica and Fremont Speedway will each host 11 FAST 410 shows and 5 FAST 305 shows in 2010 with points awarded for a separate point fund from that of both tracks.

"We are excited and thankful for all the sponsors that have come back again for the 2010 season along with some new business partners. Thanks to them and our loyal fans and teams, this coming season promises to be one of the best in the history of Attica," said Rex LeJeune, ARP Director of Operations.

It is also worth noting that on the special Saturday night events, Attica Raceway Park will open its gates at 4 p.m. with racing slated to get underway at 7 p.m.

The fun begins Friday, March 26 - so let the countdown begin!

For more information and a printable Attica Raceway Park schedule go to www.atticaracewaypark.com

2010 Attica Raceway Park Schedule Friday, March 26 - Columbus Equipment Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints

Friday, April 2 - Northern Ohio Truck Center Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints (rain date, Saturday, April 3)

Friday, April 9 - HD Supply Spring Nationals - O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars ($3,000 to win), UMP late models

Saturday, April 10 -HD Supply Spring Nationals - O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, 305 sprints

Friday, April 16 - True Value of Woodville Night - American Late Model Series, 305 sprints, dirt trucks

Friday, April 23* - All Pro Cylinder Heads/Construction Equipment & Supply Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints (open pit time for fans)

Friday, April 30* - Fisher Performance/Merrill Lynch Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints

Friday, May 7 - 305 Engine Builders Challenge/R&R Auto Wrecking Night - UMP late models, trucks, ladies powder puff ($10 general admission)

Friday, May 14*# - Custom Chrome Plating/Scouts Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints

Friday, May 21 - Kistler Engines Classic featuring the World of Outlaw Sprints ($10,000 to win) - UMP late models

Friday, May 28 - No Racing

Friday, June 4*# - Burns Electric Mid-Season Champion Night (double points) - 410 sprints, 305 sprints, UMP late models

Friday, June 11* - American Powersports of Findlay Night - 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks (double points for trucks)

Friday, June 18 - Aaron's Sales and Lease Night - Ohio Sprint Speedweek - O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, UMP late models

Friday, July 2*# - Kear's Speed Shop Fan Appreciation Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints, dirt trucks ($10 general admission, open pit area/meet the drivers, $1 hot dogs, 50-cent popcorn)

Friday, July 9* - Smith Family Frosted Food Christmas In July Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints

Friday, July 16 - UUI/Bazell Race Fuels Night - UMP Late Model Summer Nationals ($5,000 to win), 305 sprints, dirt trucks

Friday, July 23*# - Quality Welding Night - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints

Friday, July 30* - Ohio Cat Night - World of Outlaw Late Models ($10,000 to win), 410 sprints ($3,000 to win)

Friday, Aug. 6* - Edward Jones of Clyde Night/Mike Neill Financial Advisor - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints

Friday, Aug. 13 - No racing - Attica Fair

Saturday, Aug. 21 - WNWO NBC Channel 24 Night - 410 sprints, UMP Late Models, 305 sprints, dirt trucks, vintage race cars

Saturday, Aug. 28*# - Kistler Race Products Season Championship Night (double points) - 410 sprints, UMP late models, 305 sprints, dirt trucks

Saturday, Sept. 4 - Baumann Auto Group Night - Attica Ambush - O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, UMP late models, dirt trucks

*FAST 410 sprint point race #FAST 305 sprint point race Gates open at 5 p.m., racing at 7:45 p.m.Friday regular events Gates open at 4 p.m., racing at 7 p.m.Saturday events

Fremont Speedway adds special Hall of Fame page to website

FREMONT, Ohio - Fremont Speedway is one of the oldest and most historical dirt oval tracks in the United States. The best drivers in the world have competed at "The Track That Action Built" over its 59 year history. To pay tribute to that rich tradition, Fremont Speedway instituted a Hall of Fame in 2009, inducting 17 individuals during a special ceremony in June.

As the second class of the Fremont Speedway Hall of Fame gets set for induction on June 5, "The Track That Action Built" is unveiling a special section on its website - www.fremontohspeedway.com - devoted to all the inductees. Website administrator Doug Ford, with the help of Hall of Fame trustee Randy Mapus, has created 18 pages of tribute to those already in the Hall of Fame - Al Franks, Art Ball, Darl Harrison, Dorothy Shilling, Gene Notestine, George Fosco, Gug Keegan, Harold Billow, Harold McGilton, Herb Robison, Jim Ford, Jim Linder, Jim McCune, John Auxter, Paul Strasser, Rollie Beale and Wendell Smith.

Go to www.fremontohspeedway.com and click on the Hall of Fame link to view photos, a brief list of accomplishments of each inductee and more when you click on the photo of each person.

The 10 individuals who will be enshrined in the Fremont Speedway Hall of Fame in 2010 will be added to the site at a future date.

"Doug and Randy have done a wonderful job of sorting through thousands of photographs to put a very special section together. I hope current drivers and fans visit it to see who built Fremont Speedway to what it is today," said Brian Liskai, Hall of Fame Trustee and track announcer.

Also coming soon to the Fremont Speedway website will be more historical photos from the collections of former track promoters Frank Jenssen and Dot Szakovits-Shilling.

SALDANA WINS ALL STAR SPRINT CAR RACE AT VOLUSIA

BARBERVILLE, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2010) – Joey Saldana ran away from the field and won the O’Reilly Auto Parts All Stars Circuit of Champions portion of the DirtCar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park Thursday.

Goodyear is the exclusive tire provider for the rear tire positions for the All Stars, as well as for the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series. The Outlaws are due to begin their 2010 season at Volusia Friday.

Saldana, the Bloomington, Ind. star who drives for Kasey Kahne, finished ahead of Wednesday’s winner, Craig Dollansky. Steve Kinser finished third after starting ninth, followed by Lucas Wolfe and Sam Hafertepe Jr.

“The racing surface tonight was completely different from last night,” said Justin Fantozzi, Goodyear’s marketing manager for global race tires. “Last night the drivers had what they term a ‘heavy’ track and tonight the track was taking rubber. Still, there were no issues with tread wear tonight. We saw teams using all three tread compounds that we are offering here this weekend.”

Some teams experienced situations related to their tires which caused a loss of air pressure during the main event.

Fantozzi said, “The teams involved told us, and our Goodyear engineers confirmed it, that those teams had cuts in their tires which they incurred during the race.”

Saldana, who also won his heat race, was working through lapped traffic while also staving off the bid by Greg Hodnett to take the lead. But after a caution period eight laps into the event, Saldana was able to stay ahead of the field.

“Hodnett got a run on me,” the winner said later. “I was probably too cautious in traffic.”

The DirtCar Nationals continue this weekend with three nights of World of Outlaws events.

More information about Goodyear Racing is available at www.racegoodyear.com.

Rob Held looks ahead to 2010

In the 2009 racing season, Sutherlin, Oregon driver Rob Held scaled things back a little bit and focused on racing in his home state of Oregon. In 2010, Rob is looking to get back into the thick of things as he intends to race with the ASCS Northwest Region around Washington and Oregon.

Driving his own No. 68 machine backed by sponsors such as FK Rod Ends, Bell, Custom Automotive Restoration Services (C.A.R.S), John Carroll Construction and Oregon Aero, Held had a few highlights in 2009. His best finish of the season was a third place run at a weekly winged 360 sprint car event at Southern Oregon Speedway on June 27th.

Held also scored a pair of Top 10 finishes with the ASCS Northwest Region. After coming out of the B-Main, Held raced his way up to eighth place before settling for tenth place at the Northwest Speed Week opener at Southern Oregon Speedway on July 13th. On August 15th, Held raced at Coos Bay Speedway for the first time and came away with another tenth place finish there.

A pair of untimely wild crashes in the latter part of the 2008 season left Held without much equipment, and was one of the bigger reasons Held was forced to scale back in 2009. However, Held is in the process of trying to secure sponsors and funds with the hope of running the entire 2010 ASCS Northwest Region schedule and be one of the top contenders. Held was doing very well with ASCS in 2008 before his two crashes derailed his season, at one point sitting as high as fourth place in the season standings. The ASCS Northwest Region schedule currently shows 19 events at nine different tracks in Washington, Oregon and Montana.

Rob wants to thank everyone who helped his team during a trying 2009 season, and is looking forward to a successful 2010 season in the Pacific Northwest. Anyone interested in becoming a sponsor of the Held Racing No. 68 team is encouraged to contact Rob. Rob Held is one of the up and coming sprint car racers in the Pacific Northwest and a former main event winner. More information on Rob and his team can be found online at http://www.robheldracing.com.

RWB & Clauson kick off the 2010 Season At East Bay February 2010

Bryan Clauson makes his debut in the Rotondo Weirich Benic #2b Sprint car at the Bubba Army Sprint Nationals. February 8th, 9th and 10th mark the beginning of the 2010 USAC National Sprint Season at East Bay Raceway Park, Gibsonton, Florida. RWB is postured for a winning season with Clauson piloting the Champion Brands, Maxim, Gaerte Chevy powered Sprint car. The entire RWB Racing Team is excited to kick off the season at the Florida venue, leaving the snow for the warmer shores of the bay side city. Coming off of a successful 2009 with over 20 USAC victories, Clauson joins the seasoned RWB team looking to get a jump on this year’s points race. Clauson is gearing up for the USAC opener, “I’m really excited to get down to Florida and kick off the 2010 season with Scott Benic and the whole RWB team. I feel like we’ve got the team and people in place to make a strong run at the national championship.” The RWB Team enters its third year running in the National Sprint series. Combining this with a more than a decade of Silver Crown experience including the achievement of 2008’s National Championship as well as last year’s National Midget Championship, the team looks to build on the momentum of past successes and the fresh enthusiasm and talent of a new generation of drivers. Scott Benic also expressed his anticipation for next week’s triple header, “Obviously we look to start off with a bang and leave Florida with the lead point spot to start our season. The addition of Bryan Clauson to our team automatically builds on our existing strengths.” Echoing Benic’s statement with his trademark passion is Steve Weirich, “Our excitement for this new season is tangible - working with the quality of character and level of talent possessed by Bryan Clauson and Scott Benic creates an environment where success is inevitable. It is the strong work ethic and collaborative team efforts, consistent within both the Rotondo Weirich and RWB organizations, that propel us forward. We work hard, we work together and we have fun.” Look for updates and new photos on www.17racing.com as we begin the 2010 Racing Season. We’ll see you at the track!

NorCal Racing Expo/Vallejo Speedway 2 Reunion

February 27, 2010 Solano County Fairgrounds, McCormack Hall, Vallejo 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vallejo Speedway 2 Reunion at 1 p.m.

The 2010 racing season will open with the inaugural NorCal Racing Expo/Vallejo Speedway 2 Reunion at the Solano County Fairgrounds in Vallejo on Saturday, February 27, 2010.

The 16,000 square foot hall will be lined with an array of racing vehicles, including Midgets, Midget Lites and Vintage Midgets from the Bay Cities Racing Association, Sprint Cars, Drifting Cars, Dwarf Cars, Modifieds, Karts, D36 motorcycles, Race Boats displayed from the California Speedboat Association including Hydroplanes, Crackerbox and Vintage race boats, BAEM small engines, and much, much more, creating a fantasy of Motorsports, a true world of Motorsports on display.

Several Northern California speedways will be in attendance to promote their 2010 schedules, while over 60 race vehicles will be displayed for patrons to see, touch and learn about.

The Race Expo will also feature Q&A tech sessions, racecar set up demonstrations, driver autograph appearances and more.

Lines of Diversity and Gender will be crossed for the first time in many cases. The show is a connection of the racing world to new fans, old fans, new racers, current racers, and old timers.

Vallejo Speedway 2 was the Field of Dreams for Steve Hazelton. The 1/6th mile banked dirt oval was the start for many new racers, with dreams of being the next Jeff Gordon.

The speedway was in operation from 1998 through 2003 and provided local recreation and excitement for many racers and their families. Old friends and families, racers and non-racers, from all over Northern California will be reunited for an exciting event, with this being the first since the track’s premature demise in 2003.

The Vallejo Speedway 2 Reunion Ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. during the Racing Expo.

The NorCal Racing Expo and Vallejo Speedway 2 Reunion is open to the public 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Adults $10 (16 and older) $5 for youth (under 16), Children under 5 free.

Concessions will be sold by Ovations Catering at the event.

For additional information, and photos, please contact Steve or Bobbie Hazelton at 707-554-3140, E-mail Vallejospeedway2@sbcglobal.net or visit www.vallejospeedway.com.

USA Raceway Announces 2010 Schedule

Kevin Montgomery Tucson, AZ (February 3rd, 2010) -With the 2010 racing season just around the corner and USA Raceway continuing its trend of becoming one of the nations premier short tracks, an exciting 2010 race schedule has been released.

While more than 30 events grace the 2010 schedule one would think it may be hard to top the 2009 season! With great optimism promoters of USA Raceway created a 2010 schedule that may do just that! With the cooperation of neighboring tracks, the level of competition will be at an all time high making for extreme excitement race fans will not want to miss.

The 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt" will lead the way to an exciting 2010 championship season that kicks off with ASCS Non Wing Sprint Cars Presented by Discount Tire on March 13th. The championship season opener will kick off the 2010 points battle for the Super Stocks, Factory Stocks, and X-Mods and will be followed up by the ASCS Southwest Wing Sprint Cars on March 20th and Barnett Harley Davidson Ump West Modifieds on March 27th, giving all divisions an early start on the championship season.

"We had a great 2009 season and we are looking forward to a great 2010," commented Benji Lyons. "We are always looking for ways to improve the fan experience and we have some great new things coming for this year."

There will be an opportunity for race fans to get a preview of the 2010 racers at an open practice slated for March 12th. The festivities will kick off at 6:00pm with grandstand admission free for all those who want a sneak preview. The 21st Annual Dwarf Car.com Nationals will take place a week prior to the season opener for race fans that want to get a head start on the season.

The 2010 USA Raceway Schedule can be previewed online at www.usaraceway.net/schedule.php

Discounted season passes are available by calling the USA Raceway office at 520-574-8515. 2010 Season Ticket Packages can be viewed on line at www.usaraceway.net/tickets.php

USA Raceway is located east of Tucson off I-10 exit 265, then 1.6 miles south on Craycroft Road, which turns into Los Reales. For more information please, contact the track at 520-574-8515 or additional information regarding USA Raceway can be found at www.usaraceway.net

Racing Season Begins This Friday for Early Bird Winners – National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum

Knoxville, Iowa (January 3, 2010) -- With the drop of the green flag this Friday night at Volusia Speedway Park, the 2010 World of Outlaws sprint car season will begin and so will the racing season for lucky raffle ticket holders who have purchased chances on the 2010 National Sprint Car Hall of Fame J&J Chassis / Kistler Engines raffle car.

Six tickets have been drawn from those persons who purchased their raffle tickets for the 2010 raffle car before the “Early Bird” deadline, December 31st, 2009. This Friday night Barry Van Brocklin from Ormond, Florida and three other guests will be in the stands at Volusia Speedway Park as Barry owned the ticket drawn for the ticket package provided by the World Racing Group for the 2010 World of Outlaws sprint car season opener.

Clint Schlofeldt of Snohomish, Washington held the second ticket drawn and will receive a ticket package to attend the 2010 “Jim Raper Memorial Dirt Cup” held at Skagit Speedway – Alger, Washington. Dates for this year’s Dirt Cup are June 17th, 18th & 19th. The “Dirt Cup” ticket package was provided courtesy of Steve Beitler, owner and promoter at Skagit Speedway.

The third “Early Bird” ticket drawn belonged to Ryan Vanpelt, from Marietta, Ohio. Ryan and his friends will enjoy seats at the 27th Annual “Kings Royal” courtesy of Eldora Speedway. This year’s Kings Royal is schedule for July 16th & 17th. When contacted about his winning ticket, Ryan was happy that he attended last year’s event; as he purchased his winning ticket there.

Randy Cox from Kannapolis, North Carolina was the fourth winner in the “Early Bird” ticket package drawing. Randy and his guests have won a ticket package to the 29th Annual “Don Martin Memorial Silver Cup”. The Silver Cup is held at the Lernerville Speedway - Sarver, Pennsylvania and this year’s date is July, 20th. These tickets are again complements of the World Racing Group.

Ticket number five belonged to Marc Wittstruck who lives in Martell, Nebraska. Marc’s ticket package will be good for seats during the 2010 Williams Grove “National Open” for the World of Outlaws sprint cars. This year’s Open will be held on October, 1st and 2nd. Williams Grove Speedway is located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and Marc’s tickets were provided Williams Grove Speedway.

The final 2010 “Early Bird” ticket drawn, ticket number six belonged to Larry Ryther. Larry lives in Versailles, Missouri and bought his winning ticket at the Missouri State Fair Speedway last summer. Larry and his friends will be the guests of the “Dirt Track” at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the 2010 World of Outlaws “World Finals”. The dates for this year’s “World Finals are November 4th, 5th & 6th.

The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum wish to congratulate our “Early Bird” winners. Their winning tickets have already been returned to the hopper, keeping them eligible to win the 2010 Raffle Car. As a reminder, the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum traveling display will be touring events all across America displaying the raffle car and selling chances for this year’s drawing to be held at the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum on December 17th. If you have not yet purchased your ticket, you may do so at any of these events or by simply calling the Hall of Fame at 800-874-4488.

About the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum Foundation.

The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum Foundation, Inc. is a membership-based, program driven, 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization, which was incorporated on April 25, 1986, in the state of Iowa. The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum Foundation, Inc., was incorporated for the dual purpose of preserving the future of the sport of sprint car racing and its history. For more information, call the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum at: 641-842-6176 or 800-874-4488 and visit us on line at: www.sprintcarhof.com and www.sprintcarstuff.com

Cap Henry

Cap Henry put in a solid performance with the All-Star Circuit of Champions on Night #1 at Ocala Speedway last Friday. The 19 year old Bellevue, Ohio native will take on the best in the sprint car business during his Rookie season with the All-Stars and proved he was up to the task.

Cap qualified 23rd out of the 30 drivers in attendance with many from the World Of Outlaws circuit. The qualifying time would help Cap make the A-main directly from his heat as he had the pole position of heat race #3 with the top 5 automatically transferring to the main event. Thanks to some ruts between turns 1 & 2, Cap settled for the third spot transfer into the “A” main.

Florida Crew Chief A.J. Havens gave Cap the best advice by telling him to take it easy in turn one with an expected “first race, first turn accident”…and there was. Starting 22nd, he steared clear as veterans Dean Jacobs, Lance Dewease, and Bill Rose watched from the sidelines since they did not make the final. . As the race finally began, Cap was able to settle in to a strong pace and hold his own, coming home 19th. With fellow rookie Jarrod Ridge not making the show, he leaves Ocala with an initial lead in the “Rookie of the Year” Honors although there is a very long season ahead.

The second night at Ocala was rained out and the team moves to Volusia Speedway for nights 3 & 4. The rain is finally clearing allowing for racing tonight and Thursday so stay tuned!

Team CHR would like to thank the following sponsors: RaceFanRadio, Outerwear’s, Green Filters, GME Steering, Mad Industry, T-N-T Graphics, Henry Motorsports Inc., FK Rods, Weld Wheels, Pro Shocks, C.J. Gilbert Co., Geck Electric, The Undeserving, Schiets Motors, Embroidery Unlimited, Scott’s Lawncare, D&D Collision, Stewart’s Coatings, Bell, G-Force, Race Coveralls, Kistler Racing Products and Engines, Level Performance.

RaceFanRadio will follow Cap's progress all season with exclusive interviews, sound bytes and updates and we invite all race fans to sign up for his email blasts at: Cap Henry Updates

Follow Cap’s progress at www.CapHenryRacing.com Representation For Racers (R.F.R.), is a sister company of RaceFanRadio.com and was created in 2007 by President and CEO Charlie Brown in an effort to advance the careers of young drivers through media assistance, website development, interview coaching, sponsorship packets and various other promotional activities.....

Sponsors Return, Rule Changes, New Board Members For Sprint Invaders!

(Bill W) February 3, 2010 – The Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders are proud to announce the return of Ideal Ready Mix as their title sponsor for the fifth consecutive year. Ideal Ready Mix Co. has been Southeast Iowa’s premiere ready mixed concrete provider since 1947. Visit them online at www.IdealRM.com!

Golden Eagle/Budweiser of Burlington will return as a heat sponsor, as will Huston Land Improvement of Roseville, Illinois. Huston Land Improvement specializes in earth moving. Whether it is farm pond construction, dam/dike building, terracing or tiling, soil conservation or bulldozing, call Huston Land Improvement at 309-738-1052 today!

Holtkamp’s Trailer Repair, located at 3000 West Mt. Pleasant Street in West Burlington, Iowa, will return as B main sponsor. Staat’s Awards of Mount Pleasant, Iowa also returns as trophy sponsor for the series.

The Sprint Invaders thank all their sponsors for making it possible!

Rules

A pair of rule changes will affect the Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders in 2010. First, regarding wings, a 1” wickerbill will be allowed on flat wings only. Dish wings will not be allowed a wickerbill. Also, lapped cars will now go to the back of the field on restarts, instead of holding their position.

New Board Members

Two new board members have joined the Sprint Invaders. Tony Anderson, of “Dirt, Dust and Speed” and a Stronghurst, Illinois native, and longtime mechanic Tom Brockett of Muscatine, Iowa have joined the board. The Sprint Invaders family would like to welcome both.

2010 Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders Schedule (Subject to Change)

Saturday, April 17 – 34 Raceway (West Burlington, IA)

Friday, April 23 – Shepp’s Speedway (Alexander, IL)

Friday, May 7 – Jacksonville Speedway (Jacksonville, IL)

Friday, May 28 – CJ Speedway (Columbus Junction, IA)

Saturday, May 29 – 34 Raceway (West Burlington, IA)

Wednesday, June 9 – Lee County Speedway (Donnellson, IA)

Saturday, June 12 – Shepp’s Speedway (Alexander, IL)

Friday, June 25 – Jacksonville Speedway (Jacksonville, IL)

Saturday, July 3 – West Liberty Speedway (West Liberty, IA)

Thursday, July 8 – Bloomfield Speedway (Bloomfield, IA)

Friday, July 9 – Lee County Speedway (Donnellson, IA)

Thursday, July 15 – Cedar County Raceway (Tipton, IA)

Saturday, August 21 – 34 Raceway, Night of the Twins (West Burlington, IA)

Friday, September 3 – CJ Speedway (Columbus Junction, IA)

Friday, September 17 – Farley Speedway (Farley, IA)

Saturday, September 25 – Lee County Speedway, Season Championship (Donnellson, IA)

Past Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders Champions

2002, 2006 – Ryan Jamison, Mediapolis, IA

2003 – Tyson Hart, Monmouth, IL

2004, 2009 – Bobby Mincer, Burlington, IA

2005 – Jesse Giannetto, Palo, IA

2007 – Kaley Gharst, Decatur, IL

2008 – John Schulz, West Burlington, IA

Kasey Kahne Racing Signs Partnership with Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper

MOORESVILLE, NC (February 3, 2010) -- Kasey Kahne Racing (KKR), a USAC and World of Outlaws short track team, announced today the addition of Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper to their roster of corporate team sponsors. Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper will serve as the co-primary sponsor on the #49 car driven by Brad Sweet. The 24-year-old California native finished second in the USAC National Midget standings in 2009.

Following a five year stint as a sponsor in NASCAR, Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper joins KKR in 2010 where their sponsorship on the #49 will span across a variety of racing series including USAC and the World of Outlaws. Along with the on-track partnership at KKR, Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper will utilize Kasey Kahne in retail promotions as well as other marketing initiatives.

“Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper is proud of our new partnership with Kasey Kahne Racing,” said Steve Marks, Sr. Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance. “We are excited about this new venture and confident that Kasey Kahne Racing and Brad Sweet will provide new opportunities for Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper to achieve their sponsorship goals.”

Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper has been a major associate sponsor with Kahne since 2005 and enjoyed the success of his 10th place finish in the 2009 Chase for Championship. Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper admires Kahne’s dedication to his racing roots and is proud to be a part of Kahne’s childhood dream of owning a Sprint car team.

“The folks at Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper have been a great partner of mine for years and we look forward to continuing that relationship,” said Kasey Kahne, owner of Kasey Kahne Racing and former USAC champion. “Kasey Kahne Racing makes every effort to stay ahead of the competition so I can appreciate Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper’s dedication to delivering quality customer service as one of the largest auto parts distributors in the world.”

Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper is one of the largest auto parts distribution and marketing organizations in the world. As the source for quality parts and service for over 2,300 parts stores and more than 2,800 certified service centers throughout North America.

Sweet will kick off the World of Outlaws season in Volusia, Fla. on February 5th in the #49 Bumper to Bumper entry. The #49 will travel to an estimated 65 races in over 15 states in 2010.

Among the multi-day marquee events that #49 will compete in are the prestigious Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway, the Gold Cup Race of Champions at Silver Dollar Speedway, the National Open at Williams Grove Speedway, the World Finals and Mini Gold Cup at Silver Dollar Speedway, in addition to the inaugural hall of fame Classic at Knoxville Raceway.

Also highlighting the 2010 schedule will be a number of events run in conjunction with NASCAR weekends, including at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on February 26, which will mark the second consecutive season the series had competed at the half-mile. The Dirt Track at Charlotte Motor Speedway will host the World of Outlaws on May 28 as part of their spring NASCAR event. Also back on the schedule is Volunteer Speedway in Bulls Gap, Tennessee on March 19-20 which is close in proximity to Bristol Motor Speedway where NASCAR will be racing that same weekend.

About Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper

Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper is part of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc., one of the largest auto parts distribution and marketing organizations in the world. As the source for quality parts and service for over 2,300 parts stores and more than 2,800 certified service centers throughout North America, the Alliance prides itself on responding to the individual automotive needs of each customer and providing proven, quality service. For more information about Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper visit www.800autotalk.com.

Media Contacts: Steve Marks Senior Vice President Sales and Advertising Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (210) 408-4331

Wednesdays with Wayne – Two Podium Runs in Australia!

(Bill W) February 3, 2010 – Wayne Johnson scored two podium runs including a third at the President’s Cup and a second with the World Series Sprintcars at Premier Speedway during his trip “Down Under”, driving the Brett Smith #USA39. He has returned to the States and will wrench for Glenn Styres this week in Florida. Just in case, he has brought his helmet bag in his quest to land a ride for 2010.

A six race schedule in Australia started with the President’s Cup at Avalon Raceway near Lara, Victoria on January 20. An 18th quick qualification run didn’t bode well, but Wayne came back strong in his heat races. “The car wasn’t great to start out with,” he says. “We got lucky and passed some cars in the heat races. That gave us enough points to start on the front row of the feature.”

Starting on the outside of row one, Wayne made a move for the lead when the green flag fell. In the end, he would run third. “(Brooke) Tatnell started on the pole, and I took the high side around one and two,” he says. “That let the (James) McFadden kid get by us, and we just ran third. We weren’t great to be honest; we were just hanging on. After the race, the car in front of me had a wheel fall off and he spun in front of me, and I ran into him…so we bent some stuff after the checkers.”

The move to the King’s Sprintcar Challenge at Borderline Speedway in Mt. Gambier, South Australia, and the Grand Annual Classic at the Premier Speedway near Warrnambool, Victoria both started with poor qualifying times (25th out of 41 and 56th out of 76). “There were some issues with the car that I had overlooked and missed,” says Wayne. “We were able to find the problem the final night of the Classic, and we fixed it. We won the D main, and we were coming up through there in the C, but we missed a transfer by a couple of spots. We registered the fastest one-lap time of the night in the D, so that helped our confidence heading into the World Series race.”

The WSS is the premiere traveling series in Australia and the event took place at Premier Speedway on January 26. Wayne registered the 12th quick time of the night amongst 55 cars assembled. He ran fifth in both of his heat races, setting him up outside row five for the feature. He immediately raced forward and was in the runner-up position rather quickly. “The car was running really well,” he says of Brett Smith’s mount. “There was a time when I thought I had (leader) Terry (McCarl), but I caught a rut at the wrong time and it shot me out in the middle of the racetrack. We had a restart with eight to go, and that gave him a clean track. We were within a car length or two the rest of the race. They said the two of us just drove away from everyone else, so that was a good feeling.”

The Sprintcar Nationals at Speedway City near Richmond, South Australia marked the final event of Wayne’s tour. The race occurred Saturday, and the format called for a heat race draw. After heat runs of third and fifth, Wayne found himself in row three of the B. His trip ended with a crunch. “We got upside down in the B there on the last night down there,” he says. “Danny Smith and another car were crashing in front of me. I got on the gas and headed down low to get by them. There was another car involved that I never saw. With the way the wings are now, it’s hard to see to the right. The guy had his front end knocked out, but he stayed on the gas and drove right in front of us. We hit him and tipped over.”

All in all, it was a good trip for Wayne and the Brett Smith Racing team as well as all the partners including Truckmaster and Australian Scrap Batteries. “We were able to get on the podium a couple of times with some good competition,” says Wayne. “Brett and the team were very pleased compared to the season prior, when we just hadn’t run together before. Hopefully, we can be even better next year.”

Wayne will enjoy the Florida sunshine, working for Glenn Styres and both Volusia and East Bay. However, he didn’t forget his driving gear. “You never know,” he says. “We just need to find something solid to drive this season, and Florida is where it starts.”

Meanwhile, Wayne is looking for 2010. Look him up at the Chili Bowl, or e-mail him at WayneJohnsonRacing@yahoo.com!

Buy Your ARP Wings from Wayne

Wayne is an ARP Wings dealer located in the Knoxville, Iowa area. Wayne credits the new ARP top wing for his wins at Little Rock and Cowtown. Contact Wayne for your ARP Wing, as he has some special Holiday deals going! ARP Wings – “When Downforce Matters”!

Wayne’s Website

To learn more about Wayne and the team, log on to www.WayneJohnsonRacing.com!

Wayne’s World

Monica Wilke asks: You’ve been living in Iowa a few years. How often do you get back to Oklahoma City?

Wayne answers: I try to get back as much as possible, because that’s where my family, other than my immediate family now, is. It ends up being about a half a dozen times, but for me, it’s not as much as I’d like to.

Wayne’s Fast Facts

Wayne’s run of three straight years with a win in Florida could be coming to an end. In 2007, he won with USCS at the North Florida Speedway, topping Gary Wright, Kenny Adams, Justin Barger and Travis Rilat. In 2008, he defeated an All Star/WoO cast at Volusia, topping Sam Hafertepe Jr., Danny Lasoski, Craig Dollansky and Donny Schatz. Last year, he won a 410 event at East Bay over Greg Hodnett, Daryn Pittman, Mark Smith and Terry McCarl.

Got a question for Wayne? Each week, Wayne will answer your questions about “Tech Tips”, or anything that’s on your mind. If you ever wondered what a part on a sprint car is all about, send an e-mail to us at sprntcar@iowatelecom.net, and we may answer it in this section! Put "? for Wayne" in your subject line. He’ll try to keep it clean if you do!

“Wednesday’s with Wayne”

“Wednesday’s With Wayne” is an up close look at the past, present and future of colorful and talented sprint car driver Wayne Johnson. You’ll never know what to expect next with Wayne, so don’t miss us on Wednesdays!

Fuel Leak Ends Mitchell’s Night

By Phil Michell

Last Saturday night Ricky Mitchell was one of five Queenslanders to head south to contest the latest round of the Track Championship at the Parramatta City Raceway. After an outstanding run at their previous meeting at the Brisbane International Speedway the team was extremely optimistic of a strong run but unfortunately the night ended for the #19 Eagle Ignition Leads Cheetah in the B-Main after a fuel fitting failure.

With the heats seeded and drawn for the first round of heats and then inverted for the second the night got off to a positive start with Ricky drawing one in the opening heat. But after starting from the front he struggled with an ill handling racecar and ultimately finished in fifth.

"This hurt our night as they are the races that you need to finish first or second in to build on your points tally. We were too tight and paid the price" said Ricky at the completion of the night.

In the second heat he started from position twelve where he went on to finish in tenth, giving Ricky a start in the B Main from position 11. After a few changes to the set up on the #19 Cheetah the car looked quite good in the opening few laps of the B, but ultimately a leaking fuel fitting started to spray methanol into the cockpit and forced his retirement from the race.

“Parramatta was an interesting exercise as we were one of five Queenslanders who made the trek down. Whilst it was not a happy end to the night, the team is still looking forward to racing at PCR again on the 13th of February” added Peter Mitchell.

The Mitchell Motorsport Team would like to thank the following corporate partners for their association with the 2009/10 Sprintcar season: • Eagle Ignition Leads • Wesfil Filters • Penrite Oils • Performance Wholesale • Dayco • Phil Michell Motorsport Media

Super Series Hits Speedway City

By Phil Michell

This Saturday night Round 7 of the Triple X Speedcar Super Series is set to blast off at Speedway City (SA) with some of Australia’s leading drivers and a New Zealander set to take on the 430 metre clay way. The field for the Martelco Equipment Hire event of course boasts current Series leader Nathan Smee along with the likes of three time Champion and current Series runner-up Mark Brown, Troy Jenkins, Harley Bishop, Scott Glazbrook, Grant Draney and New Zealander Brad Mosen, who will drive the immaculate #29 Spike for Queensland car owner Jack Berry.

This season has proven to be one of the most hotly contested series for many years as going into the seventh round five drivers have greeted the chequered flag first with Smee being the only driver to have won multiple rounds (2). The other 2009/10 series round winner’s who will be in action this weekend at Speedway City are Bishop, Jenkins and Brown.

Another driver who you can expect to near the front this weekend is Western Australian Keith “Spanner Man” Giles, who will once again pilot the Wayne Cover #76 Spike. Although he is yet to win a round of the Speedcar Super Series he was victorious at the Australian Speedcar Grand Prix at Avalon earlier this season.

In addition to the interstate line-up is a strong local contingent including John McKay, who drove his Mopar powered Stealth to his first podium result in round 5 at Maryborough in Queensland. McKay won’t be the only local to keep an eye on as Ben Dillon, Strathalbyn’s Tim Crouch, Matthew Coombe and rookie Ben Hall will all be out to impress in front of their home crowd.

The format for the Speedcars will include time trials, two rounds of heats with the fastest cars coming from the back, a pole shuffle for the top eight drivers and the all important 30 lap A-main.

Triple X Speedcar Super Series Round 7 Entry List: Adam Wallis... Q5 Ben Dillon... S9 Ben Hall... S71 Brad Mosen (NZ)... Q29 Brock Hallett... Q91 Grant Draney... Q7 Harley Bishop (V)... N11 John McKay... S5 Keith Giles... W76 Mark Brown... N69 Mark Craven... V11 Matthew Coombe... S2 Mick Harders... Q14 Mathan Smee... N7 Peter Ghent Jnr... V3 Scott Glazebrook... W9 Sid Whittaker... Q58 Tim Crouch... S7 Troy Jenkins...N78 Tim Crouch... S7

Tolmer To Host SA 360 Title

By Phil Michell

After months of speculation the 2010 South Australian 360ci Sprintcar Championship has finally found a home with Bordertown’s Tolmer Speedway negotiating a deal with the State’ governing body, the Sprintcar Competitors of SA, to host the event. Already this season the hard working Tolmer Speedway Club has conducted two Sprintcar events including the inaugural Bordertown 410ci Sprintcar Cup and Round 2 of the 360ci Sprintcar All Stars Series so the addition of the State Championship on March 27 will mean that Sprintcars will feature at three of the four meetings throughout the 2009/10 Tolmer Speedway season.

“As a Club we really want to thank the Tolmer Speedway Club for taking on the State Championship. They have been really great to work with and if they conduct the meeting as well as their previous events then we should be in for a great night. The All Stars had a good field there back in November and the racing was first class so hopefully it will attract another good car count” added Sprintcars Competitors of SA representative Col Hayman.

Defending State Champion Ryan Jones can’t wait until the March event is held at the tight little race track where he has the chance to equal Craig Vanderstelt’s three consecutive Titles. “Tolmer is a great little bullring with two completely different sets of corners. You really need to be on your game at that place. Dylan and his team have done a great job with getting the track to where it is now. I really look forward to racing there again” added the current State and National Champion.

Along with Jones the event should also attract the likes of All Stars round winner Karl Enderl from Mount Gambier, Adelaide based standouts Mark Caruso, Chad Ely, Jamie and Shane Hendry, Colin Brooks and Adam Currie along with Broken Hill’s Darryl Guerin and a whole host of Victorians.

The March 27 event will be the third time that the Club run track has hosted the South Australian 360ci Championship with the most recent Title taking place in 2006.

In addition to the 360ci Sprintcars the meeting will also feature the awesome Speedcars, the Lightning Sprints (formally V6 Sprints), Wingless Sprints and Junior Sedans, so if you are a fan of open wheeled racing then make sure you are trackside at the Tolmer Speedway on March 27.

For further details regarding the event and nominations please contact Dylan or Jaime Jenkin on (08) 87520078.

South Australian 360ci Sprintcar Champions:

2002: Wayne Milburn (Vic) - (Speedway City) 2003: Gary Chippendall (Vic) - (Tolmer Speedway) 2004: Craig Vanderstelt - (Sunline Speedway) 2005: Craig Vanderstelt - (Murray Bridge) 2006: Craig Vanderstelt - (Tolmer Speedway) 2007: Clinton Oliver - (Speedway City) 2008: Ryan Jones - (Speedway City) 2009: Ryan Jones - (Murray Bridge)

United Rebel Sprint Series Releases 2010 Schedule

The United Rebel Sprint Series goes into its fifth season with the Rebels returning to several tracks and adding multiple new tracks for 2010. Racers will be competing for two Regional Championships this year as well as the coveted National Championship crown.

The URSS Series will be divided into the Colorado region and the Kansas Region for 2010. The Colorado Region will feature several new facilities for 2010, with the all-new Colorado Motorsports Park in Byers being the cornerstone of the region. Visit the CMP website at www.coloradomotorsportspark.com. The 1/3 mile oval facility boasts a Grandstand with 3,000 indoor seats. The Rebels will be appearing at the new Lamar Speedway in Lamar Colorado, another 1/3 semi-high bank racetrack. You can visit their website at www.lamarracingclub.com. The Rebels will also make their debut at the Pueblo Speedway in Pueblo Colorado, El Paso County Speedway in Calhan, Colorado and make return visits to 1-76 Speedway in Ft. Morgan Colorado and the Phillips County Raceway in Holyoke, Colorado.

The Kansas Region will highlight trips to several familiar venues along with return trips to several tracks that were racer favorites in past seasons. The Rebels will also make their debut at the historic Belleville Highbanks August 5th, this show is guaranteed to be a can’t miss show as the Rebels attack the highbanked half mile track. The Rebels will return to the highbanks of Thunderhill Speedway in Mayetta Kansas three, the tight oval at Dirtona Raceway in Hugoton Kansas, the Fairgrounds Speedway for the Five State Fair in Liberal Kansas, and three nights at the Dawson County Speedway in Lexington Nebraska. Also on the 2010 Schedule is the return of the Great American Dirt Track at Jetmore Kansas. The 3/8’s oval will host the URSS Rebels seven times including the Jetmore Nationals on August 28th. Visit their website at www.greatamericandirttrack.com for ticket information for the 2010 season.

On tap for 2010 is the return of the Third Annual Wheatshocker Nationals July 17th & 18th at RPM Speedway in Hays, Kansas. This event has drawn racers from five states to compete for the $2,000.00 to win top prize. Also the URSS will feature the return of Speedweeks July 30th through August 7th featuring eight races in nine days on seven different tracks. The Rebels will fight it out on tracks ranging from ¼ mile bullring at the Rush County Fair , to 3/8 mile ovals at Jetmore, Colby, Liberal and Hutchinson to the huge ½ mile at Belleville. This will be a true test of the URSS Rebels metal as they duke it out for the Speedweeks Crown.

For more information on the United Rebel Sprint Series you can visit the Series Website at www.unitedrebelsprintseries.com or contact Rick Salem at 785-475-7010 or by e-mail at rksalem@eaglecom.net.

Beck Benefit, Bolland Honors, Felmlee in Florida, All Star Date Change

Sarver, PA (February 2, 2010) The benefit spaghetti dinner for Bill and Judy Beck will be held this Saturday, February 6 at the Normandy Banquet Center/Hickory VFW in Hermitage, PA. The $10 dinner will be from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. with proceeds benefiting the Beck Family. Bill’s wife Judy continues to battle the after effects of back surgery last fall. Pastor Bill, as he is known to racers and fans alike, has been posting daily updates on Facebook; follow their long and winding road to recovery at www.facebook.com and search Bill Beck. Advance tickets are still available by sending a check or money order for $10 per meal to Mercer Raceway Park at 4368 US 422, Pulaski, PA 16143 or call 724-964-9300. Donations of Chinese auction items and baked goods are also being accepted. There will be a February 4 (that’s this Thursday) deadline for ticket orders.

Congratulations go out to Kevin Bolland who is being inducted into the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame on April 18, 2010. “Revin’ Kevin” is fifth on the All Time Wins list in the Diehl Auto Group DIRTcar Modifieds with 47 career wins at the Lernerville Speedway. He eclipsed the 100 total wins mark this past summer; including wins at Sharon, Tri-City and Mercer.

Local Sprint Car Ace Bob Felmlee got a jumpstart on the 2010 season last weekend, joining the All Star Circuit of Champions Sprints at Ocala Speedway in Florida. Bob turned the 11th quickest lap of time trials, transferred directly into the A-Main by finishing second in his heat, and then crossed under the checkered flag in sixth place in the All Star A-Main. Saturday Night’s race was rained out, but the racing action picks up tomorrow night, Wednesday February 3, at Volusia Speedway Park with a practice session. The 410 Sprints will hit the big Florida track for the 39th Annual Florida DIRTcar Nationals by UNOH with All Star sanctioning of Wednesday and Thursday and World of Outlaws sanctioning Friday through Sunday.

2009 World of Outlaws Rookie of the Year Brian Ellenberger is also in Florida, as are 2009 All Stars Champion Tim Shaffer and former three-time All Star Champion Dale Blaney. Needless to say, Western Pennsylvania/Eastern Ohio will be well represented in the Sunshine State!

The UMP Modifieds are also on the card at the DIRTcar Nationals. They were scheduled to start tonight, but weather has postponed the opener until tomorrow (Wednesday February 3) and they will continue to run through next Tuesday Night, February 9. Over the past two seasons, regional UMP Modified drivers Dave Hess Jr. and Randy Hall have both won A-Mains at the DIRTcar Nationals. Both drivers, (Hess in 2008, followed by Hall in 2009) also claimed the All Star Challenge, an online voting contest for all DIRTcar Nationals winners worth a handsome $10,000.

The UMP and World of Outlaws Late Models move into Volusia when the Sprints roll out. Late Models will take to the track next Monday February 8 and continue on to the final night of the Nationals on Saturday February 13. The Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modifieds will take the place of the UMP Modifieds starting on Wednesday February 10 and continuing until the final night of the Nationals on Saturday February 13.

Those stuck in the frozen confines of Western Pennsylvania can follow the 39th Annual Florida DIRTcar Nationals by UNOH on www.DIRTVision.com. We will also be providing updates on all of the locals in competition on www.Twitter.com/Lernerville or by simply clicking the Twitter logo on our homepage www.Lernerville.com.

The first All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Car Series race at Lernerville Speedway in 2010, originally scheduled for Friday May 21, has been rescheduled for Friday June 4. The support divisions (UMP Mods and UMP Pro Late Models) will also move to Friday June 4. May 21 is now scheduled for a Fab Four Racing event.

To view the entire 2010 Lernerville Speedway schedule, log on to www.Lernerville.com and click on the “2010 Schedule” link on the left side of the homepage.

Lone Star Speedway World of Outlaws Tickets Now On Sale

Kilgore TX (2/2/10) by DarinShort.com. The “Fastest Show on Dirt” returns to Lone Star Speedway (LSS) on Friday March 12 (WoO Sprint Car Series) and Saturday March 27 (WoO Late Model Series) – and online ticket sales for both events are now available.

Visit www.LoneStarSpeedway.com and on the home page you will find the ‘tickets’ link that will connect you to advance ticket and pit pass sales for each event.

Friday March 12 is the only scheduled 2010 appearance of the World of Outlaws Sprint Series at LSS. Names of the likes of Steve and Kraig Kinser, Danny Lasoski, Donny Schatz, Craig Dollansky, Joey Saldana, Jason Meyers and son of LSS track owners Sam Hafertepe Jr., amongst many others, will take part in a full night of qualifying, heats, dash and feature race competition. This date was recently announced and support division(s) will be listed on the track website when that news becomes available.

Back for the first time in several years, the World of Outlaws Late Models makes a triumphant return to LSS two weeks later on Saturday March 27. Drivers such as 2009 series champion “Kid Rocket” Josh Richards, Steve Francis, Darrell Lanigan, Tim Fuller and Rick Eckert will all compete in a one night show, plus a host of others. Joining the WoO late models will be the only 2010 appearance of the exciting Winged Modifieds.

Here is the breakdown of ticket and pit pass prices, and advance purchase discounts are available for each event:

WoO SPRINT SERIES - FRIDAY 3/12/10

- Pit Passes: Advance $33.00, Race Day $38.00.

- Reserved Grandstand Section: Advance $30.00, Race Day $35.00.

- General Grandstand Admission: Advance $25.00, Race Day $30.00.

- Kids 6-12: $15.00.

- 5 & Under: Free with Adult Admission.

WoO LATE MODEL SERIES – SATURDAY 3/27/10

- Pit Passes: Advance $30.00, Race Day $35.00.

- Reserved Grandstand Section: Advance $25.00, Race Day $30.00.

- General Grandstand Admission: Advance $20.00, Race Day $25.00.

- Kids 6-12: $10.00.

- 5 & Under: Free with Adult Admission.

Click www.LoneStarSpeedway.com to make your plans now to witness the “Fastest Show on Dirt” at the “Fastest ½ Mile Dirt Track In Texas,” when both World of Outlaws series make their only scheduled 2010 appearances at Lone Star Speedway!

Ramaker Finishes Phenomenal, looks for Big Year

(Boise ID) Racing in a shortened schedule for 2009 did not slow Smokin Joe Ramaker as the Boise, Idaho driver raced to five main event wins leading in 8 of the 11 main events competed in and winning 7 qualifying heat races. Ramaker looks for a big year in 2010 beginning next month by taking his J&J/Ostrich Engines #98 to the ASCS Winter Nationals at East Bay Raceway in Florida.

Ramaker began the year with a strong performance at Electric City Speedway’s Can-Am Challenge by leading all but 3 laps of the weekend’s two main events collecting a feature win and a heat race win in the process. Mechanical gremlins soon sought to slow down the Ramaker team with a broken engine coming the next weekend against the ASCS-Northwest travelers in Great Falls Montana. “We were looking for big things when the Northwest teams came to our home track, but our engine didn’t perform well early in the weekend and then showed us why by breaking apart while leading our heat on night two. It was a big disappointment,” commented Joe about the engine failure.

The team responded by putting in a reliable Ostrich engine which already had 17 nights of racing on it. Although the engine was well run it did not show itself as tired and Ramaker went on a winning streak from July 1st to Sept 25th which would see him go undefeated in heat race action and lead every main event during that time, netting 4 feature wins and losing two other features to flat tires within the last 5 laps of the events. “It was incredible to see the victories keep coming. Every race I would show up and expect the streak to end but no matter where we went: Bozeman, Billings, Great Falls, Casper, Rock Springs, we were spot on and fast. We have a consistent chassis and engine system with our J&J/Ostrich combination that makes it easy as a driver to know what you have to work with night in and night out. I am excited for 2010 since we have most all of our component sponsors back for the season and we plan to race bigger events,” replied Ramaker when asked about maintaining momentum through the winter.

Look forward to further announcements concerning Smokin Joe’s plans for 2010.

Smokin Joe and the Ramaker Racing team wishes to express their gratitude to all those amazing companies which give Joe the winning edge. THANK YOU: J&J Auto Racing for building a bullet proof chassis which is so easy to drive, Ostrich Engines for making drive-able power that lasts, Simpson Driving Suits for keeping me safe and stylish, Hooker Harness systems for making belts that make me one with my car, DMI Components for creating innovative, strong and light parts which do not fail, Keizer Wheels for keeping our rotating weight low and shiny, and Sway-Away torsion bars for all your help giving me a smooth ride and solid setup. Without these component manufacturers racing would be less exciting. Please support them when you choose your next purchase.

Demon's Sorcery Likely to Continue at The "Copper on Dirt"

Kevin Montgomery Tucson, AZ (February 2nd, 2010) - After ending the 2009 season with a west coast reign of fire, The "Demon" Damion Gardner will start his 2010 rampage of the Sprint Car world as he aims for USA Raceway's 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt".

The Concord California native will again head west with the same Pace Lighting/Eagle Chassis/Shaver powered ride that took him to his 2009 Oval National's triumph along with several top five finishes in the fall of last year. Seemingly on a hot streak, The "Demon" is optimistic on his return to the west coast and will very likely be a force to contend with in 2010.

With more than 60 career victories to his credit, Gardner and his relentless driving style is always a threat. After dominating the west coast USAC/CRA Series, Gardner moved east to take on the best in and around Indiana and across the United States racking up notable victories at several venues including the 2008 Chili Bowl and the 2009 Oval National's. Gardner comes into the 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt" with some experience at USA Raceway as he captured a USAC/CRA win in 2006 and has finished 5 out 6 races in the top five at the Tucson facility.

"I am looking forward to getting the 2010 season going," commented Gardner. "I always look forward to coming out west and racing and hopefully we carry on the success that we ended with in 2010."

The 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt" featuring USAC Silver Crown, USAC National/CRA Sprint Cars and USAC National/Western States Midgets all taking part in a sensational racing spectacle at Tucson's USA Raceway's for two nights on February 19th and 20th marking USA Raceway as one of only two dirt track venues to host USAC's Triple Crown all in one event.

As the 2010 racing season goes into to full swing, USAC championship hopefuls will make their way west to start the year off at one of the premier events of the season. More than a hundred of the nations top open wheel teams are anticipated to take part in the 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt" making this a must see event of 2010.

Ticket pricing, seating charts and purchasing information can be found online at http://www.usaraceway.net/Uploads/CopperOnDirtTicketForm.pdf or by calling the USA Raceway office at 520-574-8515

Hotel Information can be found at www.usaraceway.net/lodging.php or by calling the Tucson Airport Courtyard by Marriott at 520-573-0000

USA Raceway is located east of Tucson off I-10 exit 265, then 1.6 miles south on Craycroft Road, which turns into Los Reales. For more information please, contact the track at 520-574-8515 or additional information regarding USA Raceway can be found at http://www.usaraceway.net

Mississippi's Ricky Stenhouse became the first and only driver to win multiple "Copper on Dirt" features in a single year. Stenhouse set the bar high at the inaugural "Copper on Dirt" by winning back to back races in the 40-lap sprint car feature and finishing off the night by capturing the 50-lap USAC Silver Crown Feature.

California native, Darren Hagen, is the only other driver to win in two divisions with a midget victory in 2008 and a sprint car win in 2009. Hagen will lead the USAC trio into Tucson as the defending "Copper on Dirt" Sprint Car Champion while Brad Sweet and Bud Kaeding will likely set out to defend the USAC Midget and Silver Crown titles respectively. Hagen also leads the "Copper on Dirt" stats with 8 of 9 feature starts (Did not participate in 2007 Silver Crown portion) and an average finish of 5th in 8 total events.

Past Copper on Dirt Winners: 2007 USAC Midgets - Cory Kruseman 2007 USAC Sprint Cars - Ricky Stenhouse 2007 USAC Silver Crown - Ricky Stenhouse 2008 USAC Midgets - Darren Hagen 2008 USAC Sprint Cars - Shane Cottle 2008 USAC Silver Crown - Jerry Coons Jr. 2009 USAC Midgets - Brad Sweet 2009 USAC Sprint Cars - Darren Hagen 2009 USAC Silver Crown - Bud Kaeding

Bryn Gohn will be on Central PA Live tonight at 6:30pm

Central PA Live would like to welcome guest Bryn Gohn to the show this evening. Bryn is part of the local Gohn family that has been part of Central Pennsylvania racing for 5 decades. After some very successful racing in Florida and returning to compete in some local events recently, Bryn is ready to go full speed into the tough URC schedule this season. Central PA Live host Bill McIntyre, co-host Todd Zinn, and show producer Jason Blywill get the full scoop from Bryn himself. And we promise you Bryn has lots to talk about. So it will shape up to be yet another great show.

Central PA Live will again be broadcasting live from 6:30 to 8pm at Pancho's Racing Products, just off Rt94 north of Hanover, PA. Central PA Live place every Tuesday evening on ustream.tv's webservers (http://www.ustream.tv/channel/central-pa-live). Bill and Todd will sit down and have a fun and casual conversation about recent news, topics and more, as well as invite and interact with drivers, owners, and personalities from all over. Jason will also chime in on the discussion and relate your questions and comments to the hosts and guests during the show while operating the cameras and the technical side of the show. Be sure to vote in our weekly polls during the broadcast. And be present for your chance to win one of the many prizes given away.

We will still have our open format discussions on topics that are important to Central PA and much more. But will also have new products and technical discussions regularly with Pancho himself. From safety to parts and more. We want each show to be informative, fun to watch and join in the discussion. And being located at Pancho's you never who could stop in and say hello.

Multiple camera angles to give viewers the best seat in the house along with racing highlights, photos, segment clips and more to keep fans entertained. Be sure to tune in every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm on our ustream.tv live feed. Each episode will be taped for future viewing if you can not log into the live broadcast.

Top Regional Drivers To Serve You At Applebee's Fifth Street Highway Location During 25th Annual Racing Legends Reunion

READING, PA - Top drivers from all varieties of motorsports in the region will be ready to serve you at Applebee's during the 25th annual Racing Legends Reunion & Car Show presented by Reading Eagle and WEEU 830 AM.

The show is set for Feb. 21-27 at the Fairgrounds Square Mall located on 5th Street Highway in Reading, Pa., the former site of the famed Reading Fairgrounds Speedway.

Applebee's Neighborhood Bar & Grill, located at 3050 Fifth Street Highway in Reading, has partnered with show management to present three nights of driver bartending.

Local motorsports will take over Applebees on Mon., Feb. 22, Wed., Feb. 24 and Thurs., Feb. 25. Driver bartending and serving will begin at approximately 9 p.m., moments after the show has closed at the mall each night.

On Monday night (Feb. 22), in conjunction with Pioneer Pole Buildings Inc. 'Open Wheel Night' at the show, drivers from the American Racing Drivers Club (ARDC) and the United Racing Company (URC) will step behind the bar.

Scheduled to appear are ARDC Midget standout Steve Buckwalter of Royersford, Pa., 2009 URC Sprint Car champion J.J. Grasso of Middletown, Del., URC young gun Davey Sammons of Bordentown, N.J., and ARDC star Tracy Readinger of Oley, Pa.

On Wednesday night (Feb. 24), the stars of Modified racing at Grandview Speedway (Bechtelsville, Pa.) and Big Diamond Raceway (Forestville, Pa.) take center stage at the show as Reading Plastic Fabricators Inc. present 'Modified Madness Night' with driver interviews and autographs.

Modified racing stars scheduled to serve Wednesday at Applebee's include eight-time Grandview NASCAR Whelen All-American Series 358-Modified champion Jeff Strunk of Bechtelsville, Pa., former Penn Can (Pa.) Speedway champion Mike Gular of Green Lane, Pa., high-profile race winner Kevin Hirthler of Boyertown, Pa., and consistent veteran Doug Manmiller of Shoemakersville, Pa.

Thursday's (Feb. 25) show lineup, presented by Joe Adams Lettering LLC, pays tribute to drivers from the Late Model and Sportsman divisions.

At Applebee's, the full-fender Late Model stars set to be on hand include two-time and defending Grandview NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Late Model champion Brian Shuey of Shoemakersville, Pa., former four-time Grandview NASCAR Late Model champion Chuck Schutz of Pottstown, Pa., and Oley, Pa.'s Nate Christman, who won in his rookie season at the track in '09.

The schedule of driver bartending appearances is subject to change.

During the week of Feb. 21-27, the Fairgrounds Square Mall will be jammed with current-day race cars representing many divisions and sanctioning groups, vintage and restored race cars, speedway exhibits and displays and vendors.

Drivers of today and yesterday will be on hand periodically throughout the show for on-stage interviews and autograph sessions.

Among the show highlights are the 600Scene.com Small Car Roundtable (Tuesday evening, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m.), the annual Reading Fairgrounds Speedway Reunion (Friday evening, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m.) and the Penn National Speedway Reunion (Saturday afternoon, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m.).

Rich "Toby" Tobias Jr. will take the stage on Monday evening to discuss his affordable racing divisions, including the growing SpeedSTR Midget Series, as part of Pioneer Pole Buildings Inc. 'Open Wheel Night' at the show.

Show awards - including the first Don Marks Memorial Contribution to Motorsports Award - will be distributed during the popular BASH Racing Party to be held Friday night, Feb. 26 at the Temple Fire Company, just blocks from the mall, beginning at 9 p.m.

The BASH Party will feature music for dancing, a cash bar, racing movies (including 2009 footage from the Pennsylvania Dual-Track circuit) and plenty of bench racing.

Bert Jones, proprietor of Beer City located in Quakertown, Pa., has signed on as the awards sponsor for the BASH. Jones owns the No. 15 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series 358-Modified driven by Jason Hamilton at Grandview (Pa.) Speedway.

Lee Myles Transmissions Pennsylvania locations in Reading, Birdsboro, Allentown, Easton, Mt. Pocono & York will provide the sound for the BASH.

Tickets to the BASH are $10 and will be sold during the show and at the door.

Registration for the show is ongoing. Space is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Race teams and vendors should visit the show Web site at www.bdmotorsportsmedia.com for details.

Among the 2010 show exhibitors are Grandview Speedway, Big Diamond (Pa.) Raceway, Kutztown Fairgrounds (Pa.) Speedway, Shellhammer's (Pa.) Speedway, Thunder on the Hill Racing Series, URC, Reading Eagle, Pioneer Pole Buildings Inc., Speedway Entertainment (Slingshots and SpeedSTRs), Reading Fairgrounds Speedway Historical Society, Doug Borger's XCel 600 Modifieds, Gary Silverman Productions, Clyde Martin Memorial (Pa.) Speedway, the NEETS Enduro Series and the Montgomery County Quarter Midget Racing Club.

Vendors will be on hand selling national and local racing memorabilia, collectibles, racing DVDs and much more.

Once again, the 25th annual Racing Legends Reunion & Car Show presented by Reading Eagle and WEEU 830 AM will produce its own commemorative program book and apparel. Inquiries should be directed to Joe Wylezik jhwcuda@verizon.net.

For general show information, contact Brett Deyo at 845.728.2781, via e-mail at Deyo99H@aol.com or on the web: www.bdmotorsportsmedia.com.

For further information on the Reading Eagle or WEEU, log on to www.readingeagle.com or www.weeu.com.

25th Racing Reunion & Car Show TENTATIVE Schedule of Events

Sun., Feb. 21 - Show kickoff & race team move-in

Sun., Feb. 21 - (2 p.m.) - Introduction to Enduro Racing with NEETS owner Joe Cutri (Stage)

Mon., Feb. 22 - (6:30 p.m.) - Brian Hirthler of Four Star Lettering & Graphic Design letters a dirt Modified live at the show

Mon., Feb. 22 - (7 p.m.) - Pioneer Pole Buildings Inc. presents Open Wheel Night - Drivers from ARDC, URC, SpeedSTR Series and more - - Rich "Toby" Tobias Jr. of Speedway Entertainment speaks about the state of the sport and affordable racing technology - Drivers scheduled to appear: URC champion J.J. Grasso, URC star Davey Sammons, ARDC talents Steve Buckwalter, Trevor Kobylarz, Tracy Readinger & P.J. Gargiulo (additional drivers TBA)

Mon., Feb. 22 - (9 p.m.) - Drivers J.J. Grasso, Steve Buckwalter, Davey Sammons & Tracy Readinger Guest Bartend at Applebee's 5th Street Highway (adjacent to mall)

Tues., Feb. 23 - (7 p.m.) - Small Car Night - Micro-Sprint, Legends Car, Slingshot & XCel 600 Modified Drivers Invited (Stage)

Tues., Feb. 23 - (7:30 p.m.) - 600Scene.com presents "Small Car Roundtable" featuring Kevin Steele, Barry Angstadt, Mike Dicely, Doug Borger, Richie Hartman (Stage) - Pete Knappenberger of Racers Roundtable show serves as MC

Wed., Feb. 24 - (3-5 p.m.) - WEEU 830AM Live Radio Broadcast (Stage)

Wed., Feb. 24 - (7 p.m.) - Reading Plastic Fabricators presents Modified Madness Night - Drivers from the area's big- and small-block Modified divisions - Drivers scheduled to appear: Grandview Speedway & Big Diamond Raceway talents Doug Manmiller, Mike Gular, Billy Pauch Jr., John Willman, Kevin Hirthler, Sean Merkel, Kyle Follweiler, Jordan Umbenhauer, Terry & Addison Meitzler (additional drivers TBA)

Wed., Feb. 24 - (9 p.m.) - Drivers Jeff Strunk, Mike Gular, Doug Manmiller & Kevin Hirthler Guest Bartend at Applebee's 5th Street Highway (adjacent to mall)

Thurs., Feb. 25 - (7 p.m.) - Joe Adams Lettering LLC presents Late Model & Sportsman Night - Drivers from the Grandview Speedway Late Model division and regional Sportsman division - Kevin Kovac of the World Racing Group reports on the World of Outlaws Late Model Series - Drivers scheduled to appear: Sportsman stars Billy Moyer Jr., Michael Weinert, and Daryl Dissinger, Late Model talents Brian Shuey, Chuck Schutz, Nate Christman, Kyle Merkel, Kurt Spotts (additional drivers TBA)

Thurs., Feb. 25 - (9 p.m.) - Drivers Brian Shuey, Chuck Schutz & Nate Christman Guest Bartend at Applebee's 5th Street Highway (adjacent to mall)

Fri., Feb. 26 - (6:30 p.m.) - Reading Fairgrounds Speedway Reunion (Stage)

Fri., Feb. 26 - (9 p.m.) - Beer City of Quakertown BASH Racing Party - Temple Fire Company (tickets available for $10 during show & at the door) - Sound provided by Lee Myles Transmissions

Sat., Feb. 27 - (5 p.m.) - FIRST EVER Penn National Speedway Reunion (Stage)

Author Gary Ludwig will appear nightly beginning at 4 p.m. and during mall hours on Feb. 21 and 27 to autograph copies of his best-selling book Tommy Hinnershitz, the Life and Times of an Auto Racing Legend, which will be on sale at the show. Click here for biography

Grandview Speedway will have representatives signing up NASCAR members on Wed., Feb. 24 (6-9 p.m.), Thurs., Feb. 25 (6-9 p.m.), Fri., Feb. 26 (5-9 p.m.) and Sat., Feb. 27 (5-9 p.m.) at the Grandview display.

- Mall Hours: Sunday 11 a.m-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. -

*Schedule subject to change

DIRTcar Nationals By UNOH Kicks Off Wednesday With Sprint Cars, UMP Modifieds

BARBERVILLE, FL -- Feb. 2, 2010 -- The opening night of racing at the 39th Annual Florida DIRTcar Nationals By University of Northwestern Ohio was canceled by rain on Tuesday at Volusia Speedway Park.

The forecast is bright for Wednesday, when the All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Sprint Car Series and the DIRTcar Racing UMP Modifieds will get the two-week event started. Pit gates will open at noon with grandstands opening at 5 p.m.

Reserve your seats online to see the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars (Feb. 5-6-7), the World of Outlaws Late Models (Feb. 11 and 13), Super DIRTcar Series Big-Blocks (Feb. 10-11-12-13) and DIRTcar Racing UMP Modifieds (today through Feb. 9) as the DIRTcar Nationals runs through Saturday, Feb. 13. Go to http://www.dirtcarnationals.com to reserve seats and for more information about the annual season-opening event at Volusia.

Brad Loyet Releases New Website After Strong Run at 2010 Chili Bowl Event

Written By: WaltersWebDesign.com

February 2nd, 2010 (ST. LOUIS, MO) -- Brad Loyet, midget driver out of St. Louis, MO piloting the Orange Loyet Motorsports o5 has more then made a name for himself during the past few seasons, not only on dirt but in the asphalt ranks as well. Now, fresh off a solid run at the 2010 Chili Bowl against 275 of the best midget drivers in the country. Brad Loyet and Loyet Motorsports are pleased to announce a new partnership with Walters Web Design and together we are happy to release the new team website. Be sure to log on at www.BradLoyet.com to check out the new team website.

www.WaltersWebDesign.com, just one of many partners of the team has become one of the most well known web design companies in racing and business markets. Not only does Walters Web Design focus on one form of racing, but all forms of racing. We have done websites for drivers and teams from karting to skip barber formula, from dirt oval karting full blown Late Models, and even super boat offshore racing.

Walters Web Design knows the design of the site itself is not the only thing that keeps our company growing at a rapid rate. The advertising we do for all our sites help to push visitors to all our client sites. Plus, our customer support is above and beyond incredible, featuring the WWD 48 hour website update guarantee which has become what we are known for. "We really take pride in all of our customer sites and we will continue to do so. We feel this is what has put us above all the rest in our industry." Walters Web Design is happy to be a part of "Loyet Motorsports" for the first season and we look forward to working with the team for many years to come.

Stay tuned to the new team website throughout the 2010 racing season for the latest race results and on select weekends the team will also have new photos as well as news posted. Loyet Motorsports has also launched a twitter account and facebook fan page with the release of the new website, be sure to log on and follow the teams facebook and twitter accounts. The links to these pages have been posted on the front page of the new Brad Loyet website.

Brad Loyet would like to thank all of their team partners for the 2010 racing season. These include; Butler Built Professional Seat Systems, Meramec Heights Collision Center Inc., Esslinger Power, Glaceau Vitamin Water, Hoosier Tire Midwest by Scott, Horcher Bros. Photography, Beaver Stripes and Custom Graphics, RaceBumbers.com, Conroy "PNEU" Control, Jaz-Tek Services, R&R Midgets, PUMA, BELL Sports, Loyet Landscaping, Rod End Supply and WaltersWebDesign.com.

For more information on Brad Loyet and Loyet Motorsports please visit www.BradLoyet.com.

Diversified Machine Named 2009 National Sprint Car Hall of Fame Manufacturer of the Year

A few weeks ago at the Chili Bowl in Tulsa, OK, DMI was named the 2009 National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 360 Manufacturer of the Year. The National Sprint Car Hall has named a manufacturer of the year since 1985. It was the first time in any of the polls that a chassis component manufacturer was honored. At the turn of the century they began naming three manufacturers of the year. One each for non-wing, 410 and 360 sprint cars. The honor was generally bestowed upon chassis and engine builders. Recent safety improvements had also been recognized during the past decade. DMI is honored to be accepting the award. The presentation will take place this spring at Williams Grove Speedway. The owner's of DMI, Jim and Tammy Haines, had this to say, "It's very humbling to win such an honor. We try to build the best product possible and focus on customer satisfaction, quality and our commitment to American made products. Such an award is not attainable without great employees who share our commitment." DMI Sales Director Dave Ely agreed, "Jim and Tam's commitment to quality is in every product that goes out the door. We are very thankful that so many racers pick DMI and Bulldog. We enjoy coming to work and just try to do our best everyday."

Tuesdays with TMAC – Florida Sunshine!

(Bill W) February 2, 2010 – The season in the States is underway for the Big Game Treestands #24 team and its driver, Terry McCarl. The first time out at Ocala Speedway in Florida last Friday night, the Altoona, Iowa driver recorded the quick time with the All Star Circuit of Champions. He went on to finish eighth in the feature event. Plenty of racing gets underway this week, with five nights of All Star and World of Outlaws action at Volusia Speedway Park.

The event in Ocala marked the first time out for many on Goodyear tires (right and left rear). Even though he was coming off a win with the World Series Sprintcars on Australia day in Warrnambool, it wouldn’t get any easier in Florida. With 30 cars assembled, TMAC did set the standard in qualifying at 12.318 seconds. “It was great to roll out there with quick time,” he says. “A lot of these guys have been testing with the new tires, and we hadn’t tested once. I’ve always been a big time Hoosier supporter, so it was a good feeling to get out there and set quick time on a different tire. Our runs in Australia with Rod Matthews and winning the World Series race really got me fired up.”

With a rough and heavy track not lending to much passing in the heat races, TMAC was one of the few to go from row three to a transfer spot (fourth). “We were able to be the only team that qualified from the sixth starting spot through the heat race,” he says. “We were able to get by Jason Meyers and Cale Conley to finish fourth there.”

The team’s eye towards their setup changed with the Goodyear equation. “The track was rough in one and two, and slick in three and four,” TMAC describes. “We went with a 200 compound on the right rear, and siped it like we would our Hoosiers.”

Speed had not been a problem throughout the evening, but it was a different story in the main event. TMAC quickly knew he was in trouble. “We were fast with the car, but I’ve just never run the Goodyears,” he says. “I put on a compound that was too hard, and we were just junk. We were the fastest car all night until the feature. We were just hanging on then.”

TMAC looks forward to running with the All Stars Wednesday and Thursday night at Volusia, before the World of Outlaws commence their season on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. “It’s a ‘live and learn’ situation,” says TMAC of the new tires. “We definitely have some learning to do with these Goodyears. We’re going to do some testing at Volusia tonight, and hopefully, we can learn some more.”

Front Row Challenge/Ultimate Challenge

The 15th Annual Front Row Challenge and the 9th Annual Ultimate Challenge will be held Monday and Tuesday, August 9 and 10, 2010 at the Southern Iowa Speedway in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Advance ticket holders from 2009 can purchase the same seats starting Tuesday, February 16 at 10:00 a.m. by calling McTwo Promotions, Inc. at 515 957-0020.

Tickets will be open to the public on March 23. Visa, Mastercard and American Express are welcomed. Visit www.OskyChallenges.com for further details.

Websites for the McCarl Gang!

Driverwebsites.com has developed websites for the McCarl boys. Check out www.TerryMcCarl.com, and check out www.AustinMcCarl.com and www.CarsonMcCarl.com!

In"Terry"gation

Robbie Vetcher asks: It has to be an honor being rated in the top ten drivers of the decade by both the Speed Channel and Sprint Car and Midget. What do those type of things mean to you?

TMAC Answers: People can say what they want, but it does mean something to you. I think the Speed one was a little more accurate than the Sprint Car and Midget, because it was based more on a National level. I’m obviously biased on that, though. I have tons of respect for the Pennsylvania guys, but they have twice as many chances at winning a local show every year than I ever had, and Williams Grove is a very unique track when the Outlaws come in.

Got a question for TMAC? Send it to us at sprntcar@iowatelecom.net, and we may answer it in this section! Put "? for TMAC" in your subject line.

This Day in TMAC History!

Groundhog Day was good to TMAC in 2006. He won the 410 Winternationals Preliminary feature at East Bay Raceway Park near Tampa. He followed that up two days later, winning the $10,000 finale. In the prelim, he bested a top five consisting of Danny Lasoski, Greg Wilson, Gary Wright and Bob Felmlee. In the final, Chad Kemenah was second, ahead of Lasoski, Greg Hodnett and Jason Sides.

Website Updates

Keep up to date with McCarl Motorsports at www.TerryMcCarl.com. We keep it fresh for TMAC fans!

"Tuesdays with TMAC"!

"Tuesdays with TMAC" is an up close and personal look at colorful sprint car veteran Terry McCarl. To receive "Tuesdays with TMAC", send an e-mail to sprntcar@iowatelecom.net with "TMAC" in the subject line.

TMAC Motorsports would like to thank sponsors Big Game Treestands, AmeriCashAdvance.com, DeBerg Concrete and Remington Treestands.

STEVE KINSER & DONNY SCHATZ Outlaw Champions Set To Begin Title Chase at Volusia Speedway Park

INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 2, 2010) –With the state of Florida being the focal point of the sporting world over the next two weeks, it seems only appropriate that the World of Outlaws (WoO) Sprint Series begins its 32nd season in the Sunshine State with possibly the most competitive collection of teams in short-track racing. Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) headlines that race lineup with arguably the best driver duo the sport has ever seen.

Sprint car racing icon Steve Kinser and four-time defending WoO champion Donny Schatz will carry the TSR colors at dirt tracks across the U.S. in 2010. Kinser and Schatz have combined to win the last eight Outlaw titles and are the only two drivers in series history to win at least four titles. Each begins his quest to add another championship this weekend during the 39th Annual Florida DIRTcar Nationals by University of Northwestern Ohio at Volusia Speedway Park (VSP) in Barberville, Fla. The three nights of racing at VSP kick off a schedule that includes nearly 80 nights of action.

Schatz will be looking to make it five straight WoO titles this season and once again will pilot the TSR No. 15 Armor All/STP/ParkerStore J&J. The Fargo, N.D. resident scored a dozen WoO wins last season en route to his championship, including his 100th career WoO “A” Feature at Dacotah Speedway in Mandan, N.D. His four-year run at the top of the Outlaw ranks has produced 66 WoO wins, during which he also became only the second driver – joining Kinser – to win four consecutive Knoxville (Iowa) Nationals.

Schatz’s TSR Armor All/STP crew will be comprised of crew chief Rick Warner, crewman Shane Bowers and Steve Swenson. The trio spent the past three months building an arsenal of equipment for Schatz to use in the wars ahead. Schatz himself stayed sharp behind the wheel by winning three of his seven winged Sprint car races in Australia, including his eighth $50,000 Scott Darley Memorial win and third consecutive $30,000 Australian Open victory.

Kinser, the winningest driver in Outlaw history with 552 career WoO “A” Feature wins, is looking at 2010 as a great opportunity. The 20-time champion from Bloomington, Ind., will be driving the TSR No. 11 Bass Pro Shops/JD Byrider Maxim with a lot less pain than he had in 2009. Offseason surgery to repair a bulging disc has the former Indiana High School state champion wrestler hungry to get back into the seat of a Sprint car. He is also eager to return to his winning ways and challenge for a championship after finishing fifth in last year’s WoO title chase.

Joining Kinser at TSR on the No. 11 team will be longtime crew chief Scott Gerkin and crewman Gary DuBois. Travis LoGrande is the newest member of the Bass Pro Shops team. The trio, along with Kinser, hope a strong start to the 2010 season will allow them to reach their goal of double-digit wins, which Kinser has done 25 times during his career.

Two of Schatz’s WoO victories came during last year’s opening weekend at VSP. He has three career WoO wins, eight podium finishes and 10 runs in the top-10 in his 13 career Outlaw starts at the track. In all, he has won eight times at the half-mile dirt oval. He scored his first career All-Star Circuit of Champions (ASCoC) victory at VSP in February 2006. Last season, he won the opening ASCoC feature in thrilling fashion. After starting 16th, he was involved in an opening-lap accident and then rejoined the field in 23rd. The 30-lap race went nonstop from there, and Schatz charged from the back to win the race. He won another ASCoC feature the following night before capturing the opening WoO feature and event finale two nights later. A similar start would go a long way toward championship number five for Schatz.

Kinser started his most recent WoO championship by dominating the action at VSP. In 2005, “The King” raced three times at the track to begin the season. He finished second in an All-Star feature before racing to second in the WoO 2005 opener the following night. In the event finale, he was the fastest qualifier in the field of 43 cars, won the dash, and led 27 laps of the 30-lap main to score his 514th career WoO triumph. Kinser has made 11 WoO features at VSP, scoring five top-five finishes, including a charge from 18th to fifth in 2008.

For all three WoO events at Volusia Speedway Park, the pit gates open at 1 p.m. EST, and the grandstands open at 5 p.m. Hot laps are scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Tickets for the race can be purchased by calling Volusia Speedway Park at (386) 985-4402. For more information on the event, visit www.DIRTcarNationals.com.

Race fans unable to attend this weekend’s races can catch all of the action on DIRTVision.com. Fans can listen live as Johnny Gibson, “Voice of the Outlaws,” calls the action as he does at all WoO Sprint Series events on the DIRTVision.com cybercast, as well as on the DIRT Radio Network. Go to www.DIRTVision.com for more information on all the site features, including updated results from each night of racing, as well as a chat room to interact with other race fans.

Steve Kinser, Driver of the No. 11 TSR/Bass Pro Shops/Chevy/J.D. Byrider Maxim:

Joining Tony Stewart Racing and getting rid of some pain that has been bothering you for a while has to make you excited about the season. What’s your outlook?

“I’m happy to be driving for Tony Stewart Racing and look forward to getting out there and start racing. Our sport, like everything, is tough right now, so to have the opportunity to go and drive for Tony is really a great chance. It takes some of the ownership burden off me, and now I have the chance to go out make some money and make this thing work.

“I had surgery a few months ago to take care of some back and neck pain, and I tell you I feel better than I have in three or four years. I guess I didn’t really know that I was having that much trouble with it, but I feel really good right now.”

Even though you’ve been through quite a few changes, are your goals the same as they have been for most of your career?

“Our goal is to win the championship, plain and simple. That was our goal last year and we started off pretty well and just sort of fell flat. I feel like we found some things later in the year. Of course, other people probably did, too. I’m pretty sure we’re going to be a contender. We’ll start out the year and try to do our best. Everyone will know after the first couple of months who’s going to be the strongest cars.

“I’ll say you can pretty much count (TSR teammate) Donny (Schatz) as one of the guys you have to beat if you want to win the championship. He’s been awfully good the last few years. Some of those other guys just keep getting closer every year. Joey (Saldana) is getting closer. Jason Meyers has been getting closer.

“The race team I have, which will be the guys coming with me to the Bass Pro Shops car, has won a lot of championships. They know what it takes. We’ve been working hard the past few years to win championships, but it just hasn’t happened for us.”

This won’t be your first season having a teammate. Whether it was Brad Doty back in the mid-1980s, your son Kraig, and Tim Kaeding a few years back, you always seemed to have good seasons. Do you think that will continue now that you are teammates with Donny Schatz at Tony Stewart Racing?

“I’m sure we’ll be pushing one another to be the best. Over the years, me and Donny have gotten along great. Donny’s probably one of the cleanest race drivers I’ve ever competed against, to be honest with you. He does win championships. He knows what he has in a racecar on any given night and always will race you clean. He knows if he doesn’t have his stuff right that they have to keep working on it to get it better.

“He’s really turned into an exceptionally good race driver, especially the last five years. It’s amazing how good he has been going. It’s just something that everyone out here racing with the Outlaws has been dealing with and we’re going to do our best. I think Scott (Gerkin) and Ricky (Warner) will work really well together, and I honestly think this teammate deal is going to be good for both of us.”

Every year, the season starts in Florida and, every year, it seems to get tougher and tougher. What makes it tough and why is it important to do well?

“It’s a tough situation, that’s for sure. You come to Florida and everybody has spent the winter getting his stuff ready. They’re all ready to race somewhere. It doesn’t matter if it’s paying $10 or $100,000, they want to be down there racing and see if all the work they did over the winter puts them in the best situation for the season.

“It’s always good to have a good start. Everybody wants that feeling that the hard work over the winter paid off immediately and to get your season off to the kind of start that keeps everyone motivated. If you are going to chase the World of Outlaws, it’s really important to run three solid nights and leave Florida with a good feeling about where you are.”

Donny Schatz, Driver of the No. 15 TSR/Armor All/Chevy/ParkerStore J&J:

You’ve been on top of the sport for the last four seasons. What is going to take to stay there this season?

“It’s going to take a lot of things. We’re going to have to be consistent like we have been, and we’re going to have to be even better than we were. It did get pretty tight there at the end last year, and that’s not how we want it. We fell out of two races last year that we thought were absolutely ridiculous, and if you have two last-place finishes, that’s something I can’t live with if we lose a championship. My crew worked hard all winter so that we can hopefully avoid those problems again.

“I think we are in the best position we have ever been in to compete for a championship. They changed the tires and my guys seem to adapt to change a little bit better than everyone else. We’re all pumped up and ready to go.”

You’ve recently returned home from another solid Australian tour. This time, you had a teammate down there and that’s been kind of the norm for you since coming to TSR, right?

“Going to Australia is one of the fun things that I get to do and, this year, to have (car owner) Tony (Stewart) come over and race with me was a lot of fun. I not only got to race against him, but he was my teammate. We learned a lot about each other and spent a lot of time together.

“He’s very sharp and he’s more than just a driver. He is a smart businessman and a good motivator. I learned a lot from him, especially in the time we had away from the track and the approach to take on things. We worked together well at the races and I wish he could have had a few better finishes. He did a great job there and we had a lot of fun.”

Speaking of teammates, this year, Steve Kinser is driving for Tony Stewart Racing, as well. So you get to be teamed up with one of the greatest drivers to ever sit behind the wheel of a Sprint car. Is that a pretty exciting thought?

“To have a teammate like Steve Kinser, what else could you ask for? He is ‘The King.’ There are no ifs ands or buts about it. It’s pretty cool to have him under the Tony Stewart Racing banner. We’re still going to have to beat each other on the track, but now we have a closer affiliation. When they told me he was coming to the team, I thought, ‘Wow, this is going to be unbelievable.’ He is the premier driver in our sport. I’m glad to be his teammate and I’m looking forward to racing with him.”

Florida has been a good place for you the past few years. What’s been the key for your fast starts down there?

“It’s been lot of things. My guys have worked hard this winter to make sure that I am going to be in a good situation. Volusia is a very tricky place. Track conditions can be totally opposite from night to night, and that’s where having a great crew comes into play. You just have to keep doing things that keep you a little bit ahead. I’m looking forward to getting going, and trying to get our first win of the season.

“You have to remember that racing in Florida is unique, and often what works down there won’t work anywhere else. Making sure you understand what is going on and analyzing what you do learn in Florida is key. We’ve got a couple of All-Star races and three Outlaw shows so, hopefully, we can get it figured out right away and get off to a good start to the season.”

WRT SpeedWerx Adds to Roster and Official Venue/Series list

The largest group of regional Dirt Track Photographers in the nation, just got a little bigger. With the addition of Winchester Speedway to the already impressive list of tracks and series that rely on WRT SpeedWerx to be the official Photographer, it became necessary to add to the team.

When analyzing the strengths and needs of the Winchester Speedway photo program, WRT SpeedWerx co-founder Jason Walls decided to bring in 2 photographers to handle the load of covering “The Action Track” from start to finish, and from all angles. The choice of those two photographers was the easy part. Clifford Dove has an extensive background as a track photographer, and has been the Winchester track photographer for the past 2 seasons. Travis Trussell was the Winchester track photographer for 2 years prior to Cliff’s return, and knows exactly what it takes to capture the show from behind the lens. The combination of these two talented shooters along with the resources of WRT SpeedWerx will give Winchester coverage like never before.

“The 2 photographer system should be a win-win for everyone,” explained Walls. The competitors have the opportunity to purchase quality photos of the racing action from multiple angles and locations on the track… with just one affordable pricing structure, at one location on the web – wrtspeedwerx.com. The track obviously benefits by having twice as many quality shots (from different points of view) being used to promote the close racing action that you can only find at Winchester Speedway. The shooters even benefit by being afforded the freedom to try things that they might not normally try if they alone were responsible for complete coverage. They will also have the opportunity to cover other venues on occasion with the confidence that their teammate has them covered at home.

With the addition of Cliff as a team member, WRT SpeedWerx also adds a new Series to the “Official” list. Danny Wilson’s exciting Steel Block Bandits is now officially a WRT SpeedWerx covered series. This will increase the coverage and the exposure for the Steel Block Bandits, and gives fans and competitors a convenient, easy to remember location to find Bandits photos – wrtspeedwerx.com.

A final off-season improvement for all WRT SpeedWerx team members will be the implementation of a new gallery/ordering program. The old system was nice, but was a bit quirky, cumbersome to upload to, and limited the products that customers could order. The new system will offer more than 100 products that will be fulfilled automatically by one of the premier photo labs in the United States – Mpix. We really think that customers will be very happy with the switch to the new system for 2010.

WRT SpeedWerx would like to thank all of our team members – Jason Walls, Loren Carman, Jason McConnell, JR Lucas, Clifford Dove, and Travis Trussell for all of their hard work.

WRT SpeedWerx would like to thank the Hagerstown Speedway, Williams Grove Speedway, Winchester Speedway, Three State Flyers, Steel Block Bandits, Appalachian Mountain DLM Speedweek, Keystone Cup Sprint Series, and PA Sprint Speedweeks for choosing WRT SpeedWerx to be your official photo providers.

Fan Input Important to 50th Goodyear Knoxville Nationals presented by Lucas Oil

Contact: Brian Stickel

February 1, 2010 (641)842-5431

Knoxville, Iowa - Providing the best show for the fans and racers has always been the number priority at Knoxville Raceway. Fan input, driver input, owner and sponsor input always plays a key part in the decision making with regard to the governing the rules and the regulations for the sport.

In 2009 there was some intense debate on the number of laps for the Knoxville Nationals. Many conversations have been had on how to make the 50th Anniversary of this historic event special. A 50 lap race seemed like a scenario that would be well received by the fans and drivers. It stirred a lot of debate among fans, race teams and officials.

So Knoxville Raceway would like your opinion. What do you think is the right number of laps for such a monumental event? If you would like your voice to be heard, go to www.knoxvilleraceway.com and you will have an opportunity to cast your opinion on the following:

The 50th Goodyear Knoxville Nationals presented by Lucas Oil should be a:

* 30 lap race

* 40 lap race with fuel stop

* 50 lap race with fuel stop

To get your tickets for the greatest sprint car race in the world, go to www.knoxvilleraceway.com or call (641)842-5431.

RACING FANS DIRECT

“News that Fans Can Use “

(Manchester, MD February 1, 2010) The season has started and some positive changes are occurring to make racing more exciting for you the patrons.

Let’s hope that after fans and RFD has been advocating this for years to do away with the cone that it brings about more positive action with more changes, more passing on restarts and that we see some side by side racing again . By your letters ,and e-mail I do believe that the powers of sanctioning groups are noticing that they must tweak there product every so often .

Next I am planning my 8th Annual Knoxville Nationals Tour as you may know and along with that I am providing a discount hotel rate at the Best Western across from the Des Moines , Iowa airport. A special rate of $ 94.08 per night including tax for all those who need accommodations with or without being on my tour . All you have to do is contact me to get the rate and work is done.

I am working on a major group airline discount out of Baltimore ( BWI ) ,all you have to do is contact me with your name , phone number and address . So all fans who fly out of BWI ( Baltimore –Washington International Airport ) who go to Knoxville please contact me soon as possible .I am also am working on a nationwide discount for Knoxville , so contact me wherever you live .

I am in the early stages of planning a new tour this year to Perris Auto Speedway in November for there 3 day Budweiser Nationals USAC / CRA Wingless races , if you have interest in attending this great show , then please contact me .

I also would like to hear from all the USAC NON-WING FANS in this area , as we need an out cry of support to show area promoters that you do want to see these shows at your area speedways . Allot of area tracks are afraid to take a chance in staging this show for various reasons. Right now as of this writing they have 3 scheduled shows at Grandview , Lincoln and Big Diamond which , I give them allot of credit for staging these exciting shows. I know they may not be as fast as the winged cars, but they put on a heck of a show wherever they go .

So please support these shows or pack the tracks and maybe we will have more of the wingless shows in future years .

I am going to provide as many discounts as I can to help all fans everywhere with there racing choices , airfares , food discounts and more to show you that it is about you not me at RFD . I love racing , but I really care about you and want to see you enjoy this sport as much as possible during these tough times .

I want you to tell me what is on your mind so I may HELP,so write or call. , Other ideas I have on my drawing board for the future like a Indiana Speedweek tour , more fan events , possible bus tours if the interest is there , and more giveaway prizes at tracks . I thank each one of you for reading this release and do hope you will contact me at 443-974-7027 or by e-mail at racingfansdirect@bigplanet.com , Bob Altman

NCRA Sprint Car Schedule for 2010 Released

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 31, 2010 – Midwest City, Oklahoma - Fourteen races in two states await the 21st consecutive season for the O’Reilly/NCRA sprint car series with a couple of venues hosting the tour for the first time in several years, one of those tracks the first time for the 360 sprint car division.

The season will get under way on Sunday night, May 31, at the home track of NCRA, 81 Speedway in Park City, Kansas.

Roughly two weeks later it is on to the beautiful Dodge City Raceway Park in Dodge City, Kansas on Friday and Saturday night, June 11-12. It will be a combined event with the World of Outlaw sprint car division. More information on this big weekend is forthcoming.

Saturday night, June 19, will see Thunder Hill Speedway in Mayetta, Kansas host their first ever NCRA 360 sprint car sanctioned race with new owners Dave and Mike Conkwright now at the helm of the high banked facility. The last sanctioned NCRA sprint car race was back on July 2 when the track hosted an outlaw sprint car event. The tour then heads to 81 Speedway to close out the weekend.

The Grand Daddy of them all is next on the schedule with two big nights of the prestigious Hutchinson Grand Nationals in Hutchinson, Kansas on Friday and Saturday night, July 2-3.

Dodge City Raceway Park will host the division one last time in 2010 on Saturday night, July 17 while two weeks later on July 31 it is back at 81 Speedway.

August 21 will be the tours annual trip to Mid-Nebraska Speedway in Doniphan, Nebraska for a Saturday night showdown.

Labor Day weekend three dates scheduled with the first two nights being listed as “tentative.” It all begins on Friday night, September 3 at RPM Speedway in Hays, Kansas followed by a tentative stop at Great American Speedway in Jetmore, Kansas. The Belleville High Banks in Kansas will close out the Labor Day weekend for the sprinters on Sunday night, September 3.

Then on Saturday night, October 16 the season will come to a close at 81 Speedway where, as has been the case the past three years, the battle for the point’s championship has been decided. With a couple of new drivers already making their plans on competing for the division title, it could be yet another tight point’s battle throughout the season on the O’Reilly/NCRA sprint car tour.

A total of sixty-four races in six states are slated for all five divisions combined for the 40th anniversary season of the O’Reilly Auto Parts National Championship Racing Association. To learn more about the history and up to date information on the series, check them out on their official website www.ncraracing.org. To inquire more information on the sprint car division, contact NCRA steward Rod Bencken (785) 672-0123 or NCRA president C Ray Hall (316) 755-1781.

To climb aboard as presenting or contingency partner with the sprint car division for 2010, contact David Smith, Jr. (405) 740-4769 or by email ncrapress@aol.com.

The series and officials would like to thank the following who have climbed aboard thus for this coming race season:

2010 NCRA Sprint Car Series Sponsors: O’Reilly Auto Parts, Hoosier Race Tires, Sunoco Race Fuels

Contingency Sponsors: Keizer Aluminum Wheels, Pro Shocks, Racing Optics, Rod End Supply, Saldana Race Products, Schoenfeld Headers, SuperShox, Taylor Cable Products, Ultra Shield, Vertex Magnetos, Winters Performance Parts

May 31 Monday 81 Speedway Park City, Kansas

June 11-12 Friday/Saturday Dodge City Raceway Park Dodge City, Kansas

June 19 Saturday Thunder Hill Speedway Mayetta, Kansas

June 20 Sunday 81 Speedway Park City, Kansas

July 2-3 Friday/Saturday Hutchinson Nationals Hutchinson, Kansas

July 17 Saturday Dodge City Raceway Park Dodge City, Kansas

July 31 Saturday 81 Speedway Park City, Kansas

Aug. 21 Saturday Mid-Nebraska Speedway Doniphan, Nebraska

Sept. 3 Friday RPM Speedway (Tentative) Hays, Kansas

Sept. 4 Saturday Great American Speedway (T) Jetmore, Kansas

Sept. 5 Sunday Belleville High Banks Belleville, Kansas

Oct. 16 Saturday 81 Speedway Park City, Kansas

K-C RACEWAY ANNOUNCES 2010 SCHEDULE
SEASON OPENER APRIL 10
Schedule and new purse at conclusion of release
By Scott Wolfe

CHILLICOTHE, OHIO- The wait is over! Spring is just around the corner along with the 57th annual racing season on the high banks of Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway near Chillicothe, Ohio. K-C begins April 10 with an American Motor Racing Association "Road Warrior Challenge" race for Advanced Services Modifieds paying $1,200 to win and $150 to start, along with AMRA Late Models, and Hobby Stocks.
Said Public Relations Director Scott Wolfe, "Our 2010 racing schedule looks to be a great one. Action begins April 10 and continues weekly until Sept. when races and the Monster Trucks are slated on alternate weekends through October 9." Wolfe noted a previous press release erroneously listed another date for the season opener. "It is indeed April 10th," asserted Wolfe.
Overall there are 23 race dates and a Monster Truck show. "This year we have something for everybody," said an enthused Jeff Schrader. "Besides our four premier divisions that include the outlaw late models under AMRA sanction and 410 outlaw style sprints, and our hobbies and Advanced Services Modifieds, we have added mini-sprints, non-wing sprints, USAC sprints, and Monster Trucks. It's going to be one of the most exciting years K-C has seen in some time."
Some of the big shows are "The Classic" a two-day show April 30th and May 1st. On June 19th is the start of Speed Week, July 3rd is "The Night Stars Come Out", and July 31st is the annual "Freedom 40" with USAC Sprints and All Star Late Models. Monster Trucks come to the speedplant on Sept. 18th.
Two changes for competitors will be the sanctioning of AMRA Late Models and AMRA Modifieds and Goodyear 410 Sprints cars, all competing for the Bazell Oil and Race Fuels Point Fund at season's end. Late Models will run minus a tire rule, while AMRA modifies should be Hoosier shod and 410 sprints should be shod in Goodyear rubber according to All-Star and World of Outlaw guidelines.
"Both of these sanctions should mean more cash in the hands of the racers," said Schrader. "I know several of our drivers will be on the podium for national points in the AMRA and the sprint cars will cash in with additional incentives from Goodyear."
"With more time to gather sponsors this season and help from out title points' fund sponsor Bazell Race Fuels, we will have a great point fund for K-C Raceway this year. Last year, we started under the gun and didn't get the track until a week before the first race. This year we've done a lot of leg work in the off-season. Our sponsors are excited, our drivers are excited, and our fans are excited."
"We campaigned hard for the DTWC with Carl Short, but he felt at least the 30th edition should be held in West Virginia where the race originated. The DTWC had great success here at K-C, and we hope the relationship we have forged with Carl will be a positive for future endeavors. There may be some incentives involved for our 2nd Annual Dirt Track Classic. Soon we will be releasing details for this event."
Fans should note that on six occasions the 410 outlaw sprints will not race and on six occasions the late models will not see action on eight occasions. This calls for 15 late model shows and 17 410 shows. Two other shows involve the non-wing sprint cars. Please check the schedule for specific race information. Every race meet will be a good one in 2010.
Fans will also note a reduced adult general admission. "Last year we reduced general admission," noted Schrader. "Times are still pretty tough. I want K-C to be the Saturday night place to be, so we wanted to make a good faith effort to give the fans a break once again. We want families in the stands and we want to see fans bring their friends out for a good, inexpensive night of fun. Compared to a concert or NASCAR, K-C admission is indeed a bargain. And some of the best names in racing have made K-C part of their path to success. I can’t wait for that first engine to fire."
Below is a printed 2010 K-C Schedule and regular race night purse structure. The K-C Schedule can be found at http://www.kc-raceway.com/2008%20schedule.html
For more information please call 740-663-4141 or visit the K-C website at << www.kc-raceway.com >> K-C Raceway is located 12 miles South of Chillicothe, Ohio off SR 23, two miles out Blain Highway between Chillicothe, Ohio and Waverly, Ohio at Alma.

2010 K-C Schedule

April 10 ……… Season Opener!
AMRA Road Warriors $1,200 to win/$150 to start………AMRA Late Models & Hobbies
April 17 ………Regular Show
410 Sprints, AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
April 24 ………Regular Show
410 Sprints, AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies

April 30 …… Dirt Track World Cup Classic…TWO BIG DAYS
(Friday) AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Mods & Hobbies
May 1 ………2nd of Two Day Show
Dirt Track World Cup Classic
All Star Late Models, Advance Services Mods & Hobbies

May 8 ………Mother's Day Special Regular Show
410 Sprints, AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
May 15……… Pepsi Sponsored Kids Bike Night Regular Show
410 Sprints, AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
May 22 ………Recovery Ministers & DARF Night
Double Sprint Car feature night, Advance Services Modifieds
& Hobbies (No Late Models)
May 29… Veterans Appreciation Night
AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds, Mini Sprints
2nd Annual Dan Reno Memorial

for Hobby Stocks

June 5 ………United Way Regular Show
410 Sprints, AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
June 12……… Fan Appreciation Night

410 Sprints, Mini Sprints,
Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
June 19……… Speed Week All Star Sprints,

NRA 360 Sprints & Advance Modifeds

June 26……… Will Kinzer Foundation, Austim Speaks,
Double AMRA Late Model Features,
Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies ( No Sprints)

July 3……… Budweiser

“The Night The Stars Come Out”
All Star Sprints $5000 to win, Late Models $5000 to win
Advance Services Modifieds

July 10……… NRA 360 Sprints, Late Models, Mini Sprints,
Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
July 17………Off King Royal
July 24………Pepsi Employee Night
AMRA Advance Services Modifieds Double Feature Night,
410 Sprints & Hobbies
July 31………"Freedom 40"

Coors Sponsored USAC Sprints,
All Star Late Models

Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies

August 7 ……… off Pike County Fair NO RACING
August 14……… off Ross County Fair NO RACING
August 21……… Food Drive Night
410 Sprints, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
August 28……… 410 Sprints, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies

Sept. 4……… Breast Cancer Awareness DARF Night
NRA 360 Sprints, Non-Winged Sprints, Mini Sprints & Hobbies

Sept. 18………Monster Truck Show

Oct. 2……… Sprints, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies
Oct. 9……… Championship Night Sprints,
AMRA Late Models, Advance Services Modifieds & Hobbies

2010 K-C Raceway Purse and Pay-off for Regular Show (Regular Shows only)

Sprints Late Models modified hobbies
1 1500 1500 600 400
2 1000 1000 300 200
3 700 700 200 100
4 600 600 155 75
6 450 450 145 70
7 400 350 125 60
9 325 325 115 55
10 300 300 100 50
11 275 275 95 50
12 260 260 95 50
13 255 255 95 45
14 250 250 95 45
15 250 250 80 40
16 250 250 80 40
17 250 250 75 40
18 250 250 75 40
19 250 250 75 40
20 250 250 75 40

Thorley In Tight Points Battle; Wanless Heads West For World Series

With six of twelve Rounds of the 2009/10 Qld Speedway Spares Series completed, ABC Auto Gear Racing team driver Pete Thorley finds himself embroiled in a tight points battle for the Series lead and well in contention for a maiden Series Title if he can maintain his consistency through the back half of the season.

Thorley, driving the team's #51 Tyrepower/Action Metal Recyclers Eagle Sprintcar, and Peter Lack are separated by just a handful points following the most recent Round of the Series at Brisbane International Speedway, with Lack taking full advantage of the double points on offer that night to not only close the ten point gap to Thorley but to also finish the night with a slim two point lead. Thorley and Lack both stood on the podium at the end of Feature race in Round 6, with Lack's second place finish ahead of Pete enough to wrest the lead away from him and set up an exciting prospect for Round 7 at BIS on February 20.

Pete's ABC team mate Todd Wanless is also in the thick of the battle for the Series crown. Todd finished fourth behind Pete in Round 6 and has climbed to fourth in the Championship chase, fifty nine points adrift of the leader despite missing a Round of the Series back in November whilst competing in the United States. With six Rounds remaining, Todd's quest for a third Series Title is still far from over.

Wanless will head west this coming weekend for the final of the Performance Wholesale World Series Sprintcars Championship at the Perth Motorplex and is confident of a good showing at the high-speed banked oval at Kwinana.

In his most recent start at the venue, Todd set Fast Time and finished sixth against a strong field of West Australian drivers in the night's Feature event, results he will be hoping to at least match come Saturday night's Final against an even stronger World Series field.

ABC Auto Gear Racing - Upcoming Events:

05/06.02.2010: Perth - Performance Wholesale World Series Sprintcars (Final)

13.02.2010: Toowoomba - Crispy Memorial

20.02.2010: Brisbane - Qld Speedway Spares Series (Round 7)

22.02.2010: Brisbane - Two Seater Sprintcar / Corporate Racing Experience Ride Night

06.03.2010: Brisbane - Qld Speedway Spares Series (Round 8)

Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders Reveal 2010 Schedule

(Bill W) January 30, 2010 – The Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders had one of the most exciting seasons in their history in 2009, and currently, sixteen events headline the schedule in 2010. The series will begin its ninth season at the 34 Raceway in West Burlington, Iowa on Saturday, April 17 and conclude the year with their Season Championship at the Lee County Speedway in Donnellson, Iowa on Saturday, September 25.

Following the season opener, the series takes to a new venue. Shepp’s Speedway, located in Alexander, Illinois will play host on Friday, April 23. The bullring has two shows in 2010, with the other commencing on Saturday, June 12. Jacksonville Speedway in Jacksonville, Illinois, is now promoted by former Sprint Invaders competitor, Bobby Hawks, and will see Sprint Invaders action on Friday, May 7, and Friday, June 25.

CJ Speedway in Columbus Junction, Iowa will also host two events on Friday, May 28, and on Friday September 23. In addition to the lid lifter, the series takes to the 34 Raceway on Saturday, May 29, and on Saturday, August 21, which will be the “Night of the Twins” featuring twin features.

Lee County Speedway in Donnellson, Iowa will have two shows other than the Season Championship. Visits will take place on Wednesday, June 9, and during the Lee County Fair on Friday night, July 9. That event will be a part of a four-race Iowa County Fair run for the Sprint Invaders. On Saturday, July 3, the West Liberty Raceway (Muscatine County Fair) will open its ½ mile oval, on Thursday, July 8, there will be a return to Bloomfield Speedway (Davis County), and after the event at LCS, the series heads to the Cedar County Raceway bullring in Tipton, Iowa on Thursday, July 15. The Farley (IA) Speedway will play host to the Sprint Invaders for the second consecutive year as part of the Yankee Dirt Track Classic on Friday, September 17.

The 2009 point race came down to the final night, when Bobby Mincer of Burlington, Iowa edged out veterans Ryan Jamison and Matt Rogerson for the title. It was the second in his career. Ideal Ready Mix will again be the title sponsor of the series, marking the fifth consecutive year they have been the primary sponsor of the series based in Southeast Iowa/Central Illinois.

2010 Sprint Invaders Schedule (Subject to Change)

Saturday, April 17 – 34 Raceway (West Burlington, IA)

Friday, April 23 – Shepp’s Speedway (Alexander, IL)

Friday, May 7 – Jacksonville Speedway (Jacksonville, IL)

Friday, May 28 – CJ Speedway (Columbus Junction, IA)

Saturday, May 29 – 34 Raceway (West Burlington, IA)

Wednesday, June 9 – Lee County Speedway (Donnellson, IA)

Saturday, June 12 – Shepp’s Speedway (Alexander, IL)

Friday, June 25 – Jacksonville Speedway (Jacksonville, IL)

Saturday, July 3 – West Liberty Speedway (West Liberty, IA)

Thursday, July 8 – Bloomfield Speedway (Bloomfield, IA)

Friday, July 9 – Lee County Speedway (Donnellson, IA)

Thursday, July 15 – Cedar County Raceway (Tipton, IA)

Saturday, August 21 – 34 Raceway, Night of the Twins (West Burlington, IA)

Friday, September 3 – CJ Speedway (Columbus Junction, IA)

Friday, September 17 – Farley Speedway (Farley, IA)

Saturday, September 25 – Lee County Speedway, Season Championship (Donnellson, IA)

Past Ideal Ready Mix Sprint Invaders Champions

2002, 2006 – Ryan Jamison, Mediapolis, IA

2003 – Tyson Hart, Monmouth, IL

2004, 2009 – Bobby Mincer, Burlington, IA

2005 – Jesse Giannetto, Palo, IA

2007 – Kaley Gharst, Decatur, IL

2008 – John Schulz, West Burlington, IA

Saturday Racing Rained Out At Ocala

by BJ Cavin

The O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions and the Florida Mini Sprint Association were set to provide another exciting night of racing at Ocala Speedway, but nature has proven to have the final say in the matter. Officials from the O'Reilly All Stars and from Ocala Speedway have determined that the steady rain since 8 AM this morning has soaked the clay beyond the point where racing could be held tonight, and therefore have canceled the Saturday races. No make up of the events are planned.

Many fans and some racers had expressed a desire to postpone racing until Sunday afternoon, and officials had discussed that option. However, with the rain that has already fallen and radar indicating the much more is on the way, it was determined that the clay could not be worked into suitable shape for competitive racing in time for that option to be used and therefore was abandoned.

Fans will have a chance to see the O'Reilly All Stars at Ocala Speedway next season for the Winternationals, and the Florida Mini Sprints will appear at Ocala during the regular racing season.

 BIG DIAMOND RACEWAY RETURNS TO ACTION IN THE MONTH OF MARCH…

By Gary Lileck

 
 Forestville, PA - January 30, 2010 - Big Diamond Raceway celebrates its 39th year of operation in 2010, and a hearty schedule containing over 35 events has been released.
 
 The new year begins with an open practice on Sunday March 21. For many years, the speedway traditionally opened with a Sunday practice session. In 2010, the facility has reverted back to a familiar custom. Drivers will have the opportunity to perform necessary adjustments on their equipment, in preparation for the new racing season. The event carries a tentative start time of 5:00PM.
 
 One week later, the 3/8th mile clay oval presents a double header card of excitement as the energetic Big Block Modifieds kick the new season into gear. By popular demand, the wingless ARDC Midgets complete the two division show. It marks the first of three ARDC appearances in 2010.
 
 A regular Friday night show consists of 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, and Roadrunners. The first points race is Friday April 2. Just one week later on Friday April 9, the 358 Modified feature is a 40-lap contest paying $3000 to win.
 
 History is about to be rewritten at Big Diamond Raceway this year. The O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Sprint Cars have scheduled an event for Sunday May 2 along with ARDC. It is the first ever appearance for ASCoC at the speedway, and it will mark the return of 410 Sprint-car racing to the Forestville area.
 
 Another historical moment takes place on Sunday July 25 when the O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series tests the Big Diamond clay for the very first time. The popular Winged Super Sportsman division returns, making this double header card a must see event.
 
 The always entertaining Nutty Buddy Enduro Series will enjoy six racing dates in 2010, with the opener scheduled for Sunday April 18. An Enduro series event consists of three separate classes: 6/8 Cylinder, 4 Cylinder, and Ladies Race. The Ladies division is reminded that they will be included on each of the six scheduled events this year.
 
 As the season approaches, remember to check the official track website at www.bigdiamondraceway.com for news and updates.
 
 
 2010 BIG DIAMOND RACEWAY UPDATED SCHEDULE
 Sunday March 21 - Open Practice.
 Sunday March 28 - Yuengling Brewery presents Big Block Modifieds and ARDC Midgets.
 Friday April 2 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday April 9 - 358 Modifieds (40-laps, $3000 to win), Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday April 16 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday April 18 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #1.
 Friday April 23 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday April 30 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Sunday May 2 - O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Sprint-Cars, ARDC Midgets.
 Friday May 7 - Yetter Law Offices Night. 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday May 14 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Sunday May 16 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race # 2.
 Friday May 21 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday May 28 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday May 30 - Open Modifieds (tentative), Sportsman, Roadrunners. Memorial Day Weekend Picnic.
 Friday June 4 - Seltzer Insurance Night. USAC Sprint-Car Series, 358 Modifieds.
 Friday June 11 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Sunday June 13 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #3 .
 Friday June 18 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday June 25 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday July 2 - Ken’s Tire Presents Big Foot Monster Truck and Memorial Race. 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday July 9 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Sunday July 11 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #4.
 Friday July 16 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners, and Roadrunner Kauffman’s BBQ Chicken Run Challenge.
 Friday July 23 - 348 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Sunday July 25 - O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series, Winged Super Sportsman Tour.
 Friday July 30 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday August 6 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday August 13 - 358 Modifieds, 358 Modified Pepsi Challenge, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Sunday August 15 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #5.
 Friday August 20 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday August 27 - Big Diamond Fan Page Awards Night. 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.
 Friday September 3 - Sportsman Coalcracker 50, Roadrunners, 358 Modified Non-Winners Race.
 Sunday September 5 - 358 Modified Coalcracker 100 (Rain-date Sunday September 12).
 Sunday September 12 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #6 (Rain-date Sunday September 25).
 Saturday October 2 - Diamond Nationals.
 Sunday October 3 - Diamond Nationals.
 ***The Diamond Nationals schedule will include- Big Block Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners, URC Sprints, Small Block Modifieds, ARDC Midgets.

Countdown to Season Opener: Swap Meet, Open House, Karting Promotion this Saturday

ALGER, Wash. - January 29, 2010 - The 2010 swap meet for local Skagit Speedway racing teams takes place this Saturday at the Burlington High School from 8am to approximately 1:30pm. A wide variety of deals are expected. The swap meet starts the official countdown to opening day races April 17.

Also, racing supply superstore, SpeedMart will be hosting its 7th Annual Open House. The event runs from 8am-3pm. Safety suppliers Design 500 will be on-site to custom fit driving suits and manage alteration questions. Alpinestar representatives will display the full line of 2010 safety products.

SpeedMart will introduce special deals on 2010 equipment and participants are encouraged to meet SpeedMart's 2010 racing support staff.

After the day's events, Rat Race Karting & Family Fun Center in Burlington will launch a month long promotion where Skagit Speedway fans can wear Skagit branded merchandise for savings on karting races. Rat Race Karting is located at 1635 S. Walnut in Burlington, a block behind K-Mart.

Season ticket plans are available by calling 1-360-724-3567 or at the track during business hours. Special event tickets for Dirt Cup, World of Outlaws go on sale Monday February 1 at 9am.

For more information about ASA Member Track Skagit Speedway upcoming events, promotions and competition news visit www.skagitspeedway.com or contact the events hotline at 360-724-3567.

Tony Stewart Racing Announces 2010 Driver Lineup

Defending Champions Donny Schatz and Levi Jones Joined by Steve Kinser and Bryan Clauson

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 29, 2010) – Coming off consecutive World of Outlaws (WoO) Sprint Car Series championships and two United States Auto Club (USAC) titles in three seasons, Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) has put the pieces in place to keep its title run rolling in 2010 by realigning its driver brigade to include some of the most decorated drivers in short track racing.

Four-time and reigning WoO champion Donny Schatz, driver of TSR’s No. 15 Armor All/STP/J&J machine, will vie for his fifth consecutive crown and will team with Sprint Car icon Steve Kinser, who will chase his 21st WoO championship behind the wheel of TSR’s No. 11 Bass Pro Shops/J.D. Byrider Maxim.

Meanwhile, three-time USAC National Sprint Car champion Levi Jones will defend his title in TSR’s No. 20 Bass Pro Shops/Armor All/Chevy entry. Jones will also chase his first USAC Silver Crown championship driving the No. 10 Bass Pro Shops/Armor All/Chevy machine, where he will be teamed with newcomer Bryan Clauson, who will pilot TSR’s No. 22 Bass Pro Shops/Armor All/Chevy in the Silver Crown division.

“We’ve put together a strong driver lineup for 2010,” said Tony Stewart, two-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion and TSR team owner. “We started our short track program with the goal of building a championship team. In the years since, it’s expanded to multiple titles and now our focus is maintaining that level of consistency. With four straight championships, Donny Schatz has shown that he’ll go down as one of the all-time bests in the winged Sprint car ranks, and to have him team up with 20-time champion Steve Kinser gives TSR a pretty stout 1-2 punch heading into the season. Our goal is to have them racing each other for the World of Outlaws championship this year.

“On the USAC side, our program has changed its focus, slightly. But in the end, we still have our sights set on winning championships. Levi and his crew did a great job last year to win another USAC Sprint Car championship, and I know they’re excited about trying to get another one. The Silver Crown division is one that we haven’t won outright as an organization, but we feel like Levi and Bryan Clauson give us a tremendous chance this year.”

Schatz will again pilot the TSR No. 15 car in the rugged WoO tour, which is scheduled to offer 80 nights of racing in 2010. He recently concluded a three-week racing tour in Australia, where he won three races, including his eighth $50,000 Scott Darley Memorial at Tyrepower Parramatta City Raceway near Sydney, and his third consecutive World Series Sprintcars Australian Open event at Archerfield Speedway near Brisbane. The Armor All crew will continue to include crew chief Rick Warner and crewman Shane Bowers, both of whom have been with Schatz for all four WoO titles. Steve Swenson, who has been with TSR since 2006, will join the No. 15 crew in 2010.

“I’m ready to get going and glad to be back doing what we love to do, and that’s being in the seat,” said Schatz, who won 12 WoO features in 2009 and his fourth consecutive Knoxville (Iowa) Nationals championship. “There are a lot of new things this year, including having Steve Kinser as my teammate. What else could you ask for? He’s the king, and to have him under the Tony Stewart Racing banner is pretty cool.

“We’re still going to have to beat on each other on the track and race each other, but now we have a closer affiliation. He is the premier driver in our sport and I’m glad to be a part of it.”

Kinser, who will be starting his 31st WoO campaign, brings not only his signature No. 11, but also the core of his crew, including longtime crew chief Scott Gerkin and crewman Gary DuBois. Travis LoGrande will serve as a third crewman on the TSR Bass Pro Shops entry. The team begins the chase for Kinser’s 553rd WoO victory and, ultimately, his 21st championship, when the Outlaws open their 2010 campaign Feb. 5 at Volusia Speedway Park in Barberville, Fla.

“I’m happy to be at Tony Stewart Racing and I’m looking forward to getting out there and start racing,” said Kinser, who hails from Bloomington, Ind., located just 35 miles from Stewart’s home in Columbus, Ind. “Our sport, like everything, is tough right now. So to have the opportunity to go and drive for Tony is really a great thing. We’re excited to be associated with people from Bass Pro Shops and J.D. Byrider, and I’m sure Donny and I will be pushing one another to be the best. Over the years, we’ve gotten along great, and I think Ricky (Warner) and Scott (Gerkin) will work really well together. I honestly think it’s going to be good for all of us.”

For Jones, the 2010 season is an opportunity to continue his success behind the wheel of a non-winged Sprint Car and buck his trend of only winning championships in odd years. He won his first crown in 2005, scored his second driving the TSR No. 20 Chevy in 2007, and claimed his third last season, also driving for TSR. If Jones can win a fourth USAC Sprint Car Series title this year, he will tie the record set by Steve Butler in 1990.

The USAC Sprint Car season begins Feb. 8-10 at East Bay Raceway in Gibsonton, Fla.

“I’m really looking forward to racing for a fourth championship as part of Tony Stewart Racing,” Jones said. “Entering this season, we’re probably more prepared than we ever have been as a team. The last time we started the season at East Bay Raceway, we came away with a win. We’re hoping to make that a tradition. I’d also really like to break our cycle of only winning championships in odd-numbered years. If we’re able to tie the record for number of Sprint Car titles this year, it would really mean a lot to do so as part of Tony Stewart Racing.”

Jones’ teammate for 2010, Clauson, is expected to make TSR a threat for the USAC Silver Crown Series title this year. Clauson, who hails from Noblesville, Ind., wrapped up the 2009 season with a victory in the prestigious Turkey Night Grand Prix at Irwindale (Calif.) Speedway on Thanksgiving night. He brings with him several years of experience in all three USAC national racing series and in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. In addition to having 23 USAC victories on his resume, Clauson also had an outstanding 2009, having won the USAC Indiana Midget Week title, the Belleville (Kan.) Midget Nationals and the Glenn Howard Memorial at Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway.

“It’s an honor to join Tony Stewart Racing,” said Clauson, who began his racing career as a 5-year-old in Quarter Midgets. “Obviously, what they’ve been able to accomplish in the last few years is unbelievable, which makes this an ideal situation heading into my first full-time run in the Silver Crown series. It was a big deal for me, personally, to get this opportunity and race with a team capable of winning a championship. I’m looking forward to working with everyone at TSR. Our goal is to win some races and have a lot of fun this season.”

About Bass Pro Shops

In less than three decades, Bass Pro Shops has grown from a small display in Springfield, Mo., into the nation’s leading retailer of premium outdoor gear. Bass Pro Shops has established itself as a cutting-edge innovator in the highly competitive racing involvement world of outdoor retailers. Now totaling 53 locations nationwide, and planning to add up to two more stores in 2009, Bass Pro Shops have become destination locations for over 80 million consumers each year with their unique combination of entertainment, outdoor education and conservation appreciation. Bass Pro Shops has won the prestigious “Trendsetter of the Year” award, as well as Chain Store Age’s “Retailer of the Year” award and Sporting Goods Business' “Specialty Retailer of the Year” award. Bass Pro Shops and brand founder, Johnny Morris, also won “2008 Retail Innovator of the Year” from the National Retail Federation. The company also has been named the No. 1 Outdoor Retailer in America by Sporting Goods Business magazine for the past two years. For more information regarding Bass Pro Shops, store locations and, log on to www.basspro.com.

About Armor All/STP

The Armor All/STP Products Company is a subsidiary of The Clorox Company, headquartered in Oakland, Calif. Clorox is a leading manufacturer and marketer of consumer products with fiscal year 2008 revenues of $5.2 billion. With 7,600 employees worldwide, the company manufacturers products in two dozen countries and markets them in more than 100 countries. For more information about Clorox, visit www.TheCloroxCompany.com. For more information on Armor All, go to www.armorall.com or www.aa-ownercenter.com.

RFR Driver Cap Henry Set For All-Stars Debut This Weekend!

This weekend, RFR Driver Cap Henry is ready to step into the seat as he makes his Rookie season debut in the "All Star Circuit of Champions". The winged sprint car series starts tonight in Florida at the Ocala Speedway with a back-to-back Friday/Saturday night kick-off.

Henry graduated high school last spring and won three "Rookie-of-the-Year" titles in 2009 as he won the F.A.S.T. Series, Fremont Speedway and Attica Speedway honors. Team CHR returned to the Chili Bowl a couple of weeks ago but was frustrated all weekend by various mechanical problems.

"Regardless of what he deals with, the kid just keeps applying the pressure to whoever is in front of him", says team owner and proud father, Kit Henry. "Practice went well on Wednesday and we were able to turn competitive times against some of the best in the business."

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All Stars And Mini Sprints Ready To Go Racing

by BJ Cavin

The final practice session for the O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions and the Florida Mini Sprints at Ocala Speedway went very smoothly on Thursday night, and drew a solid crowd of onlookers. In addition, the number of teams in the pit area more than doubled as more racers arrived to challenge the historic old speedway north of the city.

The most notable new arrival was 4 time World of Outlaws Champion Donny Schatz and the Tony Stewart Racing Team. Schatz came through the pit gate with his game face on, and wasted zero time in putting down some quick lap times as practice began. Other new arrivals in the pits for the second night of practice included Doug Esh, Jac Haudenschild, Bob Femlee, David Gravel, and Jared Ridge.

Reports at the track during practice indicate that at least a couple of teams may be battling weather problems and bad road conditions in the country's midsection, and are delayed in arriving in Ocala. As of Friday morning there are still a few expected teams that have not arrived, and they will have to scramble to prepare once they get here.

Racing gets underway tonight with the pit gate open at noon, grandstand gates open at 5PM, and racing beginning at 8PM. Qualifying will take place at 6PM. A full list of prices and a complete schedule of Winternational events can be found at www.OcalaSpeedway.com by clicking the 2010 schedule link.

J&J RACERS READY TO DROP GREEN FLAG ON 2010 SEASON

McKENZIE, TN (Jan. 29) - Even though some of the 2009 championship seasons were just recently celebrated, it's time for Sprint car racers in the United States to get back to action. J&J Auto Racing racers had a superb 2009 and many are looking to have even better seasons in 2010.

Tim Shaffer was recently recognized for his 2009 All-Star Circuit of Champions (ASCoC) with the C&H Motorsports team and they are ready to defend their crown. The 2010 ASCoC season begins on Friday night at Ocala (Fla.) Speedway, and Shaffer would like nothing more than to begin his title defense in the same manner as he in 2009: winning the season opening All-Star feature at Ocala.

"Winning right away always helps and hopefully we can do it two years in a row," admitted Shaffer. "We're excited to come back out and try and defend our championship. The championship felt really good last fall and then just last weekend, we had the banquet and kind of got us all excited about going after another title.

"I can't thank Aaron (Call) and Janet (Holbrook) enough for giving me this opportunity. (Crew Chief) Brian (Kemenah) and I hit it off in the summer of 2008 when we started this deal and it's just gotten better every day."

Shaffer visited victory lane a total of 13 times in 2009. He was solid in the season's biggest races finishing fourth in the Kings Royal and after winning the opening night preliminary feature at the Knoxville Nationals, the No. 83 came home seventh in the finale. A victory in the Fremont Classic and a triumph over the World of Outlaws in October at Rolling Wheels Raceway helped the team close the year with a bang.

"It was great for all of us to be able to have the kind of success we did when it mattered most," commented Brian Kemenah. "We are so proud of what we were able to accomplish and it's got us all motivated to do even better this year."

The C&H Motorsports team ranked second in the year-end team of the year voting by the National Sprint Car Poll.

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Four-time reigning World of Outlaws champion Donny Schatz and the Tony Stewart Racing team will also begin their season in Florida. Schatz recently won three feature events driving a Garry Rush Motorsport No. 2 J&J including his eighth $50,000 triumph at Tyrepower Parramatta City Raceway near Sydney and the $30,000 Australian Title event near Brisbane.

This season he'll again pilot the TSR No. 15 Armor All/STP J&J in pursuit of the World of Outlaws title. He started last season on a surge winning four races in six starts last February in the Sunshine State. His first win came after he started 16th and was involved in an opening lap accident. He restarted 23rd and charged to victory in the non-stop 30-lap All-Star feature race at Volusia Speedway Park.

That win was the first of fifteen 2009 victories for Schatz and the TSR crew which included crew chief Ricky Warner, crewman Shane Bowers and Eric Prutzman. Schatz scored a dozen WoO wins including his second Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway and his 100th career WoO triumph. Schatz also gave J&J its fifth overall and fourth consecutive Knoxville Nationals triumph.

"Everybody here is ready to get back to racing," said Schatz. "I got the chance to go do a little racing in Australia while the guys at TSR worked their tales off to make sure we were ready to roll right out of the box. Ricky (Warner), Shane (Bowers) and Scuba (Steve Swenson) are really excited about the season ahead and so am I.

"It's always fun to start fresh and go out and try to meet your goals. We always try to keep setting them higher and it’s going to take another great season for us to meet some of them. Hopefully, we'll get off to a great start in Florida."

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Following his eighth USCS title, Terry Gray is optimistic about the 2010 season. After winning 14 feature events driving his No. 10 Rislone/CnB Mushrooms Wesmar-powered J&J, the Memphis native is hoping for more this season.

His team has expanded to a two-car effort this season. Seventeen-year-old female racer Morgan Turpen will join Gray on the USCS tour. Turpen will drive a No. 80 Tmobile Industrial Cleaning/Casey's Lawn Care Service Wesmar-powered J&J. Both cars will debut this season in Florida competing at the ASCS Rebel region event at Hendry County Motorsports Park in Clewiston, Fla., on Feb. 20th before heading to East Bay for the Winternationals.

With his J&J last season, Gray really saw a difference in both performance and maintenance thanks to the new body-style.

"I have to hand it to everybody up there at J&J and those that helped come up with their new hood and air-box system," said Gray, who also is a four-time ASCS champion.. "It really made a big difference by keeping all that dirty air out of there and pumped cool air through there. Sure made a lot of power for us, and I could see the difference after each race when I did maintenance. I don’t remember having an air cleaner stay that clean. Both cars are going to run those body's this year."

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Although the United Racing Club won't began action until later this spring, 2009 championship team owner Pat Palladino is ready to go after it again. JJ Grasso earned his first title driving the No. 99 B&K Leasing, CnB Mushrooms, Wagoner Trucking, Phillips Garage sponsored J&J and helped Palladino Motorsports pick up their sixth title, giving them the most in the series' 62-year history. Grasso won seven races last season.

"We're excited," admitted Palladino. "JJ and all the guys really worked well together last year and we hope to keep getting better this year. We're still working on things here, but everybody gets excited once the racing season begins."

--- Brock Mayes had a solid 2009 season and found himself on top of the Fremont Speedway point standings at the conclusion of last season. It was the first time in his career that he competed in every race at the track. Following three wins, he earned the championship.

Mayes will again pilot the No. 11b J&J Construction & Development sponsored Kistler Engines powered J&J this season. The team will likely debut in April when the All-Star events take place in the Ohio area.

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Several other 2009 champions are also looking forward to the 2010 campaign including Lane Whittington, who drove his No. 9 J&J to the CAJUN Sprinters Association crown last year. Mark Dobmeier was dominant at River Cities Speedway in Grand Forks, N.D. and claimed the track championship driving the Dave Lunstra/Dobmeier Motorsports No. 13L J&J. Dobmeier led the country in Sprint car victories in 2008 and will begin his trek towards another season of victories later this spring. Justin Sturch will be looking for his fourth track championship at I-30 Speedway in Little Rock, Ark. this season and third consecutive behind the wheel of the No. 9 J&J. Daren Bolac hopes to again be a championship contender at the competitive Virginia Motor Speedway this season.

Cowtown Pre-Entry Deadline Nears for 2/12-13; Entries Surpass 100

Kennedale TX (1/29/10) by DarinShort.com. In just two weeks from today, approximately 200 race teams will fill the pits and take to the high banked ¼ mile dirt track of Cowtown Speedway when a triple-header weekend kicks off the 2010 race season.

The 2nd Annual Cowtown Midget Championship presented by City Vending, National Health Care Advisors and Sunoco Race Fuels will take place on February 12-13, 2010; and will certainly provide a weekend of wild racing action once again. The full-blown midgets will compete for $1,000 to win on Friday and $3,000 to win on Saturday. Each of their feature events will start 24 cars. The midget portion of the weekend is sanctioned by SMRS/USAC.

The race in 2009 also resulted in the largest field of midgets in the state of Texas in recent memory, as over 40 teams assembled. With the Copper on Dirt scheduled the following weekend (visit www.USAraceway.net for more info), it is possible to see more touring teams take on the USAC/SMRS series drivers, as was the case in 2009.

The ASCS2 Series will be on hand to kick off their 2010 season with the Winged Outlaw ‘Multi’ and Non-Winged ‘A’ classes (of what Cowtown fans know as the Winged 600’s, just without wings). With $1,500 earmarked to win for each ASCS2 division, there’s sure to be full fields of top quality cars from throughout the region, as was the case with both ASCS2 events at Cowtown in 2009.

Plus, the first ever visit of the ASCS2 Restricted 600’s will take to the brand new 1/6 mile “Action Track” at Cowtown, with the winner taking home a cool $1,000.

The always exciting Cowtown Modifieds will race their traditional Feb Fast 50 for $2,000 to win and $400 to start (24th). The race will be sanctioned by NCRA. Visit www.NCRAracing.org for more info.

With over $60,000 cash posted for the weekend, fans can expect another great field of cars. Drivers are urged to pre-register for this event at the track website on or before 2/7/10 to receive pre-entry discounts. Pre-entry also allows you to receive a reserved parking space for your hauler in the pits. And it allows the track to publicize drivers that will be attending. Also, car numbers are assigned on a first entered basis, as duplicate numbers are not allowed in any division. Details are on the track website. Midgets do not have a pre-entry fee, but must pre-enter to receive a reserved pit parking space.

Race fans, you can enjoy the entire weekend’s action by purchasing your 2-day tickets in advance at the track website by 2/11/10. 2-day adult grandstand passes are just $30, a savings of $5 off of race night pricing.

And the extremely popular “Fan Fest” returns to Cowtown Speedway on Saturday, February 13th from Noon until 1:15pm. Ticket holders for that day’s race will be allowed into the pit area during that time to meet with the race teams, get autographs, apparel, pictures and much more. The main ticket booth will be open at noon as well.

An open practice night for all race divisions will be held on Thursday February 11th from 5pm-9pm. Concessions and fuel will be available, and pit passes are $20. (The main grandstand will be closed.)

As of the morning of January 29th, here is the complete early entry list for the weekend’s action; with many more additions to be filed before the 2/7 pre-entry deadline:

COWTOWN MIDGET CHAMPIONSHIPS sanctioned by SMRS/USAC: 28

24J Kyle Jones, Kennedale TX

15 Danny Burke, Houston TX

54 Evan Pardo, Gatesville TX

27 Andy Shouse, Oklahoma City OK

77 Matt DeWitt, Magnolia TX

11R Ryan Cole, Porter OK

5* Ray Allen Kulhanek, Magnolia TX

9 Doug McCune, Colleyville TX

24R Bill Eslick, Burleson TX

39 Brandon Moeller, San Antonio TX

15D Andrew Deal, Caney KS

4F Chad Frewaldt, Kansas City KS

17 Todd Plemons, Arvada CO

F5 Danny Stratton, IA

11C Chet Gehrke, Broken Arrow OK

91 Kevin Bayer, Bixby OK

93 Dustin Morgan, Tulsa OK

93M TBA

96 Cody Brewer, Choctaw, OK

10 Will Pierce, Lees Summit, MO

7M Kevin Ramey, Ft. Worth TX

88D Rusty Dukes, Fair Grove MO

5D Zach Daum, Pocahontas IL

10W George White, Ft. Worth TX

16 Jimmy Winkler, Parkville MO

4 Ronnie Burke Jr., League City TX

5 Brad Loyet, Sunset Hills MO

11 Justin Melton, Flower Mound TX

FAST 50 MODIFIEDS sanctioned by NCRA: 25

2X Gene Weaver, Amarillo TX

64 Jay Sale, Edmond OK

117 Jason Teague, Tahlequah OK

112 Dairan Hendrix, Joplin MO

87 John Webb, Pauls Valley OK

07 Jason Hilliard, Lawton OK

83 Darryl Campbell, Everman TX

00 Darrel Dawson, Midlothian TX

21C Chris Cole, Cache OK

7C Nate Caruth, Boone IA

12 Gary Fox, Hasle TX

93 Eric Brill, Nicoma Park OK

85 A. Thomas Tillison Jr., Wellston OK

95 Mark Brill, Nicoma Park OK

30 Chase Allen, Midlothian TX

34 Mickey Lassiter, Piedmont OK

3 Randy Bailey, Paden OK

116 Damon Hammond, Burleson TX

4 Chris Roach, Warr Acres OK

30 Colt Goodman, Chandler OK

09 Casey McClaskey, Ponca City OK

98 John Allen, Chanute KS

76 Troy Taylor, Dallas TX

20 Terry Pritchett, Palmer TX

43 Michael McCleskey, Lawton OK

NON-WINGED 600's Sanctioned by ASCS2: 23

91 Tyler Thomas, Collinsville OK

51 Matt Ward, Glenpool OK

77 Jonathan Beason, Broken Arrow OK

17 Cole Wood, Woodland Park CO

97 Ryan Jaisle, Midlothian TX

15 Coy Jorden, Teague TX

73 Alex Sewell, Broken Arrow OK

13M Ken Pearson, Farmersville TX

15D Andrew Deal, Caney KS

4 Kyle Jones, Kennedale TX

73 Shane Birchfield, Pearland TX

83 C.J. Duarte, Burleson TX

82 Steven Shebester, Pauls Valley OK

714 Claud Estes III, Godley TX

71 Colby Estes, Rendon TX

74 D.J. Estes, Rendon TX

5 Shelby Byrd, Oklahoma City OK

21 Christopher Bell, Norman OK

28 Trevor Reed, Waco TX

21 Michelle Melton, Flower Mound TX

11 Justin Melton, Flower Mound TX

5X Tyson Hall, Longview TX

79 Chris Andrews, Tulsa OK

OUTLAW WINGED 600's Sanctioned by ASCS2: 13

52 Blake Hahn, Sapulpa OK

129 Brandon Hahn, Tulsa OK

77 Darien Roberts, Broken Arrow OK

70 Micheal Wickham, Ramona OK

81 Frank Flud, Pryor OK

47 Chipper Wood, Kennedale TX

91 Kevin Bayer, Bixby OK

21 Christopher Bell, Norman OK

7S Steven Mann, Bowie TX

16 Nathen Fleming, Great Bend KS

4W Travis Senter, College Station TX

8 Chris Andrews, Tulsa OK

5X Tyson Hall, Longview TX

RESTRICTED WINGED 600's Sanctioned by ASCS2: 18

18J Cody Jarvis, Mustang OK

77 Colton Brewer, Broken Arrow OK

99H Trevor Hunt, Liberty MO

2 Will Harvey, Edmond OK

7 Cord Allen Dodson, Cyril OK

70 Dylan Wickham, Ramona OK

24 Trenton Borchers, Mannford OK

37 Skylar Hale, Oklahoma City, OK

13M Chance McCrary, Farmersville TX

0 Grady Chandler, Edmond OK

55 Ryan Mushrush, Mannford OK

1 Jaron James, Mannford OK

17W Harli White, Lindsay OK

22 Dalton Wiseley, Sand Springs OK

3G Garron Brimmer, DeSoto TX

20 Colton Wisely

5X Justin Peck, Monrovia, IN

747 Reagan Reed, Waco TX

Just click www.CowtownSpeedway.com for the event flyer, driver pre-entry, advance 2-day passes, track information and more.

Mark your calendar now to be a part of a great weekend of racing action, at family affordable prices with the Cowtown Midget Championships, Feb Fast 50 and ASCS2 Series opener all taking place February 12-13 at the Fastest Li’l Dirt Track in Texas, Cowtown Speedway!

NLSA to Raise Funds for Fellow Racer in 2010

Greg Cybulski, WINNIPEG, MB (January 28, 2010) The Northern Lightning Sprint Association will be embarking on an ambitious fundraising campaign to benefit the Travis Rutz Trust Fund during the 2010 racing season.

Canadian Sprint Car driver Travis Rutz of Langley, British Columbia was involved in a serious accident while racing with the All-Star Circuit of Champions sprint car series at the Terre Haute Action Track in Indiana on September 27, 2009. A three-car crash resulted in Rutz suffering severe head trauma. He was airlifted to Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana where he spent one month in a coma before being transported back to his home town to Langley Hospital where he remains today.

Travis has since come out of his coma and is now involved in a rehab program to help him recover from his injuries. To date, Rutz is making progress, something that doctors and other medical professionals gave the family little hope for. Parents Doug and Kathy Rutz are determined to give their son every opportunity to fight and recover from his injuries.

Unfortunately, even in Canada, most of the treatments and therapy that Travis requires to improve his basic quality of life is paid for by his family. The racing community has come together to raise money to help cover Travis' medical expenses, however, more will be needed to continue the fight for the 21 year old racer.

In an effort to help their fellow Canadian, the NLSA will be holding special auctions of donated racing-themed items during the 2010 racing season. Prizes will be announced at a future date. The goal for the membership is to raise awareness in the local racing community and to raise money for the Travis Rutz Trust Fund.

The NLSA will also be involved in additional promotions throughout the year including a $1,000-to-win Lightning Sprint race in July which will be part of their Travis Rutz fundraising drive. More details are to follow.

I-96 Speedway

Lake Odessa, MI. January 29, 2010 By Richard Bila

With winter in full control of the weather, I-96 speedway is heating things up, and thought turn to spring, with the release of the 2010 racing schedule. Once again, the track will feature a well rounded racing season, with everything that a circle track race fan could want. The season kicks off on Saturday night April 24 with the tracks weekly divisions of UMP late models, UMP modifieds, UMP street stocks and four cylinder’s on the new 3/8 mile track. All of the UMP divisions will be running for both state and national points. Several special events are nicely sprinkled throughout the year. The Sunoco late models make a return to the track on May 15 and August 21. The series feature drivers from the tri state area competing on the new 3/8. The World of Outlaw sprint cars make their annual appearance on May 22. The fastest show on dirt will feature 20 time champion Steve Kinser who for the 2010 season, is driving for NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. The WOO will also be racing on the ½ mile track. Speaking of sprint cars, the SOD series will make three total appearances for 2010. June 19 and August 7th will see the drivers on the ½ mile and on September 25th on the 3/8 mile track. The UMP summer national’s tour will make a stop on Tuesday night June 29. The tour features racing for 28 nights in 32 calendar days in seven states. Back in 2005, Shannon Babb took home the feature win as well as the tours point’s title. Some of the best dirt late model drivers will be doing battle on the ½ mile. On July 10th the AMA Grand Nationals return. The Grand National riders reach speeds of over 100 mph on the ½ mile, racing just inches apart! Two NASCAR nights are planned for June12th and August 14th. Negotiations are still under way with a couple of different drivers. The Gold Cup nationals will conclude the year on September 25. Five divisions of race cars will complete on the 3/8 mile, including the SOD season championship. For a complete 2010 schedule check out www.i96speedway.com.

McFadden’s 09/10 Season Hits Top Gear:

The past week for James McFadden has resulted in his 09/10 season reaching a new high with the standout performance being an outstanding fourth place finish in the prestigious Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic.

Apart from the Grand Annual Classic result, McFadden also finished second behind Brooke Tatnell in the Presidents Cup at Avalon Raceway (Geelong, VIC) and was the highest placed Australian based driver in fifth during the 12th round of the World Series Sprintcar (WSS) Championship last Tuesday night at Premier Speedway (Warrnambool, VIC).

McFadden, who is currently placed sixth in the WSS Championship point standings, is naturally thrilled with his current run of form and was quick to mention that a lot of the credit to all the efforts of his hard working team.

“We’re only a small team and each and every one of them put in a fantastic effort night after night and it’s great to be able to reward them with some consistent strong results,” McFadden enthused. “When you have a look through the feature race field of the Presidents Cup, Grand Annual Classic and the World Series round at Premier Speedway they are world class and to be able to finish right up amongst the front runners is a very rewarding experience.”

One of the keys to the WA # 25 Totally Workwear supported Cool driver’s current run of form has been his ability to be consistent throughout the nights and earn strong starting positions in the feature race field.

“There are no two ways about it; if you don’t start towards the front of the feature race then you are going to be in for a tough time just to make it through the field and run inside the Top 10,” explained McFadden. “Not only are there so many class drivers from both here and America these days but almost every driver in the field has first class equipment, so you need to be on top of your game each and every time you hit the track.”

McFadden will this Saturday night (January 30) stop over at Speedway City (Adelaide, SA) to run the Australian Nationals on his way to the Western Australia leg of the WSS Championship that is to be held the following weekend.

McFadden would like to thank his car owner Scott Milling, father and crew chief Dave McFadden, and sponsors Totally Workwear and KRE Race Engines for their all continued 09/10 season support.

Mann Turns Fortunes Around; Next Stop Australian Sprintcar Nationals

There wouldn't be race team in existence that has never experienced a tough run at some point and it's a sign of a team's strength as to how they persevere when down on their luck and manage to turn their fortunes around. Bryan Mann and the Performance Wholesale Motorsport team are no exception and after some disappointing results at the Kings Challenge and the Grand Annual Classic, they got themselves back on track on Australia Day at Premier Speedway in Warrnambool.

The team's run of outs can be traced back to Bryan's crash at Parramatta City Raceway during the Performance Wholesale World Series Sprintcars (PWWSS) events at the venue on January 15/16. The damage to the once pristine #16 Capalaba Wreckers/Qld Speedway Spares J&J was substantial and despite the team's best efforts at repairing the chassis, they struggled to find consistency with the car at both the Kings Challenge and the Classic and their disappointing results at those events reflected that.

The team made the decision after night one of the Classic to put another car together prior to the Australia Day World Series race at Warrnambool, a decision that paid dividends immediately. After qualifying forty-seventh quick with an 11.548s lap at the Classic, Bryan timed in seventh quick with an 11.156s lap on Tuesday night and through his Heat races qualified directly into the A-Main. Although he finished fifteenth in the Feature on Tuesday night, his points haul was enough to also move him back up one spot to eighth position in the Series standings with two Rounds remaining.

Before Bryan and the team hit Kalgoorlie and the Perth Motorplex next week for the final two Rounds of the Series, they will swing through Speedway City in Adelaide this Saturday night for the running of the Australian Sprintcar Nationals. Bryan's last event in Adelaide, Round 4 of PWWSS on Boxing Day, netted him a top ten finish in the A-Main, a result the team will be eager to at least match this weekend.

For additional news and information on Bryan and the Performance Wholesale Motorsport team, we invite you to visit the team's online presence at www.performancewholesalemotorsport.com

Brian Brown – New Look With FVP in 2010!

(Bill W) January 28, 2010 – No need for an eye-check, Brian Brown has a new look in 2010, thanks to FVP! FVP will be the primary sponsor for the Brian Brown Racing #21 in both 410 and 360 sprint car events this season. SuperClean will stay on as a key component, joining the other partners for the Grain Valley, Missouri driver/owner’s team.

The primary color of white replaces the purple SuperClean look of 2008 and 2009. It is a change Brian is excited about, not only for the car, but for the people involved. “This is really exciting for Brian Brown Racing,” he says. “We’ve had a great two years with SuperClean and obviously they’re still going to be around as an associate sponsor. We are turning the page a bit and we’re thrilled about FVP being our primary sponsor in 2010. I’m really looking forward to teaming up with FVP in 2010, with the added bonus of promoting their great products and the great people who work for them.

Senior Director of Marketing for Factory Motor Parts, Joel Quetschenbach, is equally stoked, just like all of the FMP team members, and a number of marketing strategies should keep fans informed not only of Brian’s racing, but also with the FVP family of products. "We are very excited to move our primary partnership with Brian to FVP in 2010,” he says. “This year, we will be launching some major additions to strengthen our offering of FVP automotive products and we have some fun promotions planned at the track to help communicate this exciting news. Brian continues to be an important part of our team and we are very excited for him to help the fans learn more about FVP."

"In 2010, we have launched an FVP Racing channel on YouTube as well as FVP Racing Facebook and Twitter pages,” continues Quetschenbach. “This will allow our fans to follow every move this racing season with Brian providing up to the minute results and videos from all of his races. You will also be able to learn about the exciting new products that we have to offer from the FVP lineup and where you can go to have them installed in your vehicle by visiting our Web site at www.FVPparts.com."

The #21 team has a tentative race schedule planned. “We’re aiming for a similar schedule as last year,” says Brian. “We’re going to hit around 85 races in twelve states, and of course, aim for the Knoxville 410 title. That gives us a big base to market from. Hopefully, this is just the first step of a long term partnership with FVP.”

The 2007 Knoxville champion also welcomes back all his partners from last season. Every one is a vital cog to the success of the team. “I’m also excited to announce that every partner that we had in 2009 will be back in 2010,” says Brian. “That says a lot about their dedication, and every one of them is very important to the team. We have some new sponsors that we will be spotlighting as well. It’s all exciting and we’re working hard toward March when we start racing.”

Follow Brian and FVP Racing on Twitter, Facebook and Youtube!

The FVP marketing team has launched a Twitter page, a Facebook page, and a Youtube page (make sure to subscribe to all!) to keep up to date with Brian and FVP racing! You can become a fan and follow along by clicking on the links below:

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fvpracing

Facebook: http://bit.ly/2rakgn

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=fvpracing

Web site

For up to date information on Brian Brown, visit www.BrianBrownRacing.com!

T-shirts

T-shirts are available and can be ordered at Brian’s Web site (www.BrianBrownRacing.com), or catch us at the races!

Brian's Q&A

Bill W asks: When are you looking to get the season underway?

Brian answers: It looks like our first races will be with the ASCS-Gulf South Series on March 5 and 6. March 5 will be at Golden Triangle Raceway Park in Beaumont, Texas and March 6 will be at Battleground Speedway near Houston (Both events pay $3,000 to the winner). The week after that, we will hit the two Outlaw shows in Texas (Kilgore and Baytown). We have our tentative schedule up at www.BrianBrownRacing.com.

Got a question for Brian? Send it to us at sprntcar@iowatelecom.net, and we may answer it in this section! Put "? for Brian" in your subject line.

Brown's Bits

Brian has accumulated 82 career feature wins. Sixteen of those wins have come in 410 competitions, and all but one of the sixteen have come at the Knoxville Raceway. He is currently tied with Johnny Herrera for 20th on the all-time wins list at Knoxville. He won the 2007 410 track championship at Knoxville and the 2003 360 track championship there. He was second in the 2006 360 Nationals.

FVP

FVP specializes in the battery that you need. They know it has to be tough and priced right. They have a line of high-performance batteries for SUVs, trucks, cars and other specialty vehicles that give you quality without breaking the bank. To find a dealer near you, visit them on the web at www.FVPparts.com!

SuperClean

SuperClean is the “super product” for your home, auto, outdoor and marine cleaning jobs. Whether it is grease, oil, wax, tar or dirt that you need to clean from concrete, wheels or just about anything else, SuperClean is the product for you! To learn more about SuperClean, visit www.SuperClean.com!

Marketing Partner of the Week – Housby Trucks

Since 1969, Housby has been known for the quality of new and used trucks they sell and their excellent customer service. What started out primarily as a Mack Truck dealership has grown into a conglomerate of vertically integrated businesses that share synergy by bringing multiple services to their customers. Businesses include Housby Mack, Inc., Housby Mixer Group, Housby Truck Lube, Vocon Remarketing, Second Generation and Housby Motorsports. Visit www.Housby.com for more information!

Associate Marketing Partner of the Week – HostIowa.net

Look for Brian’s new website design at www.BrianBrownRacing.com! If you have been searching for a reliable web solutions partner - your search is over! HostIowa.net is a homegrown, time-tested full-service web hosting and development partner. They will work with you to determine your needs and implement the right solution using services and technologies that best meet your goals. HostIowa.net is an industry leader in web hosting, web application development, and database solutions for a wide range of customers in Iowa and the United States.

Brian would like to thank FVP, SuperClean, Splash, Ditzfeld Transfer, Searsboro Telephone Company, www.FaxMeService.com, Housby Trucks, Maxim Racing, Champion Racing XP, My State Insurance Rates, Smiley’s Race Products, Impact Sign and Lighting, Arctic Cat, K&N Filters, Hostiowa.net, FSR Race Products, Fuel-Safe Tanks, Awesome Racewear, Wolfe Eye Clinic, Weld Wheels, Bell Helmets, CP Pistons, Carrillo Rods, A1 Mortgage, Rockwell Security, Paul's Auto Body Supply, Engler Machine, Vortex Wings, Ostrich Racing Engines, All Pro Cylinder Heads, Butler Built Seats, Rod End Supply, Winters Performance Products, ISC Racers Tape, Racing Optics, Pro Shocks, Don's Truck Wash, Gardner Farms, Hoosier Tires, XYZ Machining, Brown and Miller Racing Solutions, Peterson Fluid System, Red Devil Brakes, Schoenfeld Headers, www.Impact4800.com and WSIB Insurance for all their help!

DIRTcar Challenge Sprint Series Announced for Western PA/Eastern OH Region

Sarver, PA (January 28, 2010) Western PA/Eastern OH Sprint Car fans rejoice! For the first-time ever there will be a 410 Sprint Car Series in the region that will deliver all the stars and provide them a chance to race for increased purses. Lernerville Speedway, Tri-City Speedway, Sharon Speedway and Mercer Raceway Park have collaborated on an exciting 10-race DIRTcar Challenge Sprint Series for the 2010 season to crown a DIRTcar Sprint Car Regional Champion.

The DIRTcar Challenge Sprint Series will feature 10 races, each paying $2,000-to-win, and a point fund that will pay out $12,000 in cash to the top ten, an amount nearly double that which tracks in the area typically pay as year-end point funds. Lernerville and Tri-City Speedways will each host three races, while Sharon and Mercer will each host the series twice.

Lernerville’s DIRTcar Challenge dates are scheduled for Friday April 23, Friday July 30 and Saturday October 23. The April 23 date will be the Series Opener, while the Series Finale will take place during the DIRTcar Round Up Steel City Stampede! According to Lernerville Speedway General Manager Gary Risch Jr., “We’re really excited to be able to put together something of this magnitude for our drivers and our fans. Working with the other tracks in the area is always exciting!”

"I'm glad Tri-City Speedway is involved with a series that will benefit the Sprint car drivers," noted second year promoter Rich Hetrick. "These four tracks are the best around and it's great that we all work together to make this possible." Tri-City has dates scheduled for Sunday May 2, Sunday July 4 and Sunday September 5.

Sharon will host the series on Wednesday July 7 for the Lou Blaney Memorial and Saturday August 7. Sharon Speedway owner Dave Blaney cut his racing teeth in the Western PA/Eastern OH Sprint Car scene, “Anytime the local drivers can race for an increased purse and increased exposure, it’s a great situation for everyone involved. To have this race be the focal point of the Lou Blaney Memorial Classic is perfect!”

The series will visit Mercer Raceway Park on Saturday July 31 and Saturday September 11. MRP owner/promoter Vicki Emig can’t wait for July 31, “Mercer Raceway Park has always been focused on taking care of our local drivers. We don’t bring in a lot of sanctioning bodies; we like to make our local drivers the stars of our show. The DIRTcar Challenge Sprint Series will certainly shine a spotlight on the local guys!”

Western PA/Eastern OH Sprint Car fans can follow all of the DIRTcar Challenge Sprints Series on a special section of Lernerville.com by clicking the DIRTcar CSS link on the left hand side of our homepage or by logging on to www.Twitter.com/DIRTcarCSS. Forward email

ELDORA MARKETING STAFF SET TO LOG MILES

ROSSBURG, OH (January 29) – Eldora Speedway’s marketing team will be travelling up and down the highway, with their specially designed Sprint Car, over the next several weeks promoting the famed speed plant to a variety of audiences.

Stop number one will be this weekend (January 30) in Indianapolis at the Indiana State Fairgrounds for the 10th annual Indy Circle Track Expo. Begun as a simple swap meet in Kokomo, the Expo has grown to mammoth proportions and now includes an auction and trade show, in addition to the swap meet.

For this meet, the aerodynamic wing will be removed, to promote the four non-winged Sprint events at Eldora in 2010.

The following weekend, the wing will be put back on, as the team travels to Columbus, Ohio and the Ohio State Expo for the Ohio Motorsports Expo on Saturday, February 6.

Each of the events will also include a television monitor with DVD’s exploiting the Eldora action to curious onlookers.

Winding up the hectic mid-winter schedule will be a visit to Gover Harley-Davidson in Piqua, Ohio for their ‘Beat the Winter Blues’ promotion on Saturday, February 20.

In addition to the Sprint Car showpiece, track owner Tony Stewart has also had a two-seater Late Model built that the team uses for shows and displays.

That car will begin seeing action in March, when another full slate of appearances will keep the Eldora crew busy.

Eldora’s 2010 season will kick off the weekend of April 2 & 3 with an invasion by the non-winged United States Auto Club (USAC) Sprint Car fraternity.

Grand Annual Classic Decider Ends Prematurely for Lines:

A flat right rear tyre aboard the VIC # 45 H.A. Young Plumbing / Camden Neon Signs supported J&J of Steve Lines’ brought his 2010 Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic campaign to a crashing end at Premier Speedway (Warrnambool, VIC) over the Australia Day long weekend.

After qualifying strongly for the Grand Annual Classic deciding feature race in sixth spot; the current and three times South Australian Title holder was running inside the Top 10 up until a flat right rear tyre due to running over debris left on the track from another competitor sent him into a large rollover between turns one and two at just past three quarter race distance.

“Anytime that you crash it definitely hurts, but when you do it during an event as big and prestigious as the Grand Annual Classic and also when you’re running so strongly, it makes it even more disappointing,” expressed Lines, who had finished the preliminary feature race the night before in 10th place. “We kept our nose clean all weekend, as we had our eyes on firstly qualifying for the feature race and then running somewhere inside the Top 10 and we were on target to achieve that goal up until the crash.”

Leading up to the Grand Annual Classic Lines finished the Presidents Cup (Avalon Raceway, VIC) and Kings Challenge (Borderline Speedway, SA) feature races in 11th and ninth place respectively after he started towards the rear of the field.

Last Tuesday night Lines finished the 12th round of the World Series Sprintcars (WSS) Championship at Premier Speedway in 14th place after he had qualified into the feature race field by virtue of winning the B-main. Unfortunately qualifying 14th in time trials and then finishing second and then eighth in his two heat races was not enough for Lines to book himself a direct transfer into the feature race line up.

The annual Australian Nationals at Speedway City (Adelaide, SA) is to be fought out this Saturday night (January 30) and Lines has his sights on posting a strong result.

The new range of Steve Lines merchandise includes t-shirts, hoodies and caps in a range of sizes and it is all available from the VIC # 45 transporter at all of the remaining 09/10 season race meetings.

Reidy’s Strong GAC Performance Cut Short:

The annual Grand Annual Classic (GAC) held over the Australia Day Long Weekend at Warrnambool’s Premier Speedway down in Victoria saw Danny Reidy show impressive speed but unfortunately it ended on a sour note.

Reidy qualified directly into the feature race on both night one and two of the Grand Annual Classic where he finished 13th on the opening night and then failed to finish the second night due to engine woes.

“Making the feature race field over both nights of the Grand Annual Classic was an achievement in itself,” said the NT # 5 Desert Palms Resort supported J&J driver. “We qualified strongly for the feature race on the second night out of position 10 and after about half race distance I started to suffer engine woes and was consequently forced to retire a few laps later.”

Last Friday night leading up to the Grand Annual Classic Reidy contested the Kings Challenge at Borderline Speedway (Mt. Gambier, SA) and it saw him firstly qualify and then finish sixth in the feature race which was by far one of his strongest recent results.

Reidy had an unhappy run during last Tuesday night’s 12th round of the World Series Sprintcars (WSS) Championship at Premier Speedway and crashed out of the running in the C-main. Earlier in the night, Reidy qualified badly in time trials and that hurt his chances of a direct transfer into the feature race field.

Currently Reidy sits 12th in the overall WSS Championship point standings.

Reidy is set to contest this Saturday night’s (January 30) Australian Nationals at Speedway City (Adelaide, SA).

Reidy would like to thank: Desert Palms Resort in Alice Springs, Baines Engines, Gonzo Racing Pipes, Camden Neon Signs and P&M Motor Body Repairs for all their 09/10 season support.

The official Danny Reidy website can be viewed at: www.dannyreidy.com

Tuesdays with TMAC (on Wednesday) – Australia Day Spoiler!

(Bill W) January 27, 2010 – Terry McCarl was victorious on Tuesday, January 26 at the Premier Speedway in Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia. Though the Aussie fans love the Americans, they were probably rooting for one of their countryman on “Australia Day”. The Altoona, Iowa driver has made it back to the States and will tackle Ocala Speedway in Florida with the All Stars this weekend before heading over to Volusia.

Tuesday’s win marked TMAC’s second career WSS win. He started the night by setting quick time over the 55-car field. Heat runs of eighth and fifth followed. “Setting quick time with that many quality cars there was neat,” he says. “They told me to take it easy in the heats with the way the World Series format is. We used the opportunity to try some things. We ended up being the high point man after the heats were done and we had a real good battle with Brooke Tatnell in one of them.”

A third place dash run set him up inside of row two for the main event. He worked his way to the front, as Americans finished in the first four spots. “In the feature, the track really slicked off, like we’re used to in America,” says TMAC. “At one point, I believe the top six were all Americans. We weren’t very nice to them during ‘Australian Day’. I had a big cape and a top hat. I was looking pretty good down there. The fans in Australia are great, and that capped the trip off.”

The trip “Down Under” didn’t start so well at the President’s Cup at Avalon Raceway where the night ended in the B after setting the fifth quick time of the night. “When we got over there, we set out to get things sorted out,” says TMAC. “The tracks are usually sticky and rough, and that was the case at Avalon. The format was different there in that time trials didn’t mean a thing. We qualified well, but that just put us in the back of the heats, and the heat finishes were really all that counted.”

Friday night meant a trip to the King’s Sprintcar Challenge at Borderline Speedway in Mt. Gambier, South Australia. TMAC was 15th quick in the 41-car field. After battling through the B, he finished 15th in the main event. “We were kind of behind the 8-ball with our qualifying there,” he says. “We were able to make it up through the B, but we were just tight. The tracks definitely don’t slick off like we’re used to with our setups.”

The Grand Annual Classic at Premier Speedway kicked off Saturday night. “They had a record number of cars (76), which made it pretty crazy,” says TMAC. “We were the 60th car out! They put two cars out there at a time, which actually works out well. We were paired with Max Dumesny who obviously gets around there well. We were 17th quick, and he was 49th, so we did a really good job of getting the car right.”

The first heat was a second place run, but the second was an adventure where TMAC would finish sixth. He was lucky not to be knocked out. “The guys up front got all tangled up,” he shares. “I swerved to miss them, and the guy behind me drove over me. His right rear actually ran down my left arm. It was pretty wild, and scared the heck out of me. It busted the hood, and pushed the wing valve into my steering wheel. I had to bend it back, and that shifted the wing back. I didn’t find that out until later. We missed an opportunity to run second or third in that one, but I felt good about still having an arm.”

The feature went better. Starting outside of row six, TMAC marched up to a fifth place run. “We were really hooked up,” he says. “We came through there really well. There were no yellows. It went 25 laps non-stop. I raced beside Brooke Tatnell for fourth with five or six laps to go, but our tires went away just a little bit. He got by Danny Smith, and I had a shot at him late too. We were pretty pumped about the run.”

The Classic finale on Sunday started well enough, but a missed setup meant an eleventh place finish. “The heats went well (2nd and 5th),” says TMAC. “I thought starting ninth in the feature, we’d be all right. From the word ‘go’, we were off. We missed the setup, but we got up to seventh. Late in the race, our tires cooled during a caution, and after that, it felt like the right rear was flat. It was disappointing, but that’s part of it on a dirt track.”

Friday night things will get started in Florida with the All Star Circuit of Champions in Ocala. After two nights there, TMAC will move over to Volusia Speedway Park for two nights of All Stars and three with the World of Outlaws next week.

Front Row Challenge/Ultimate Challenge

The 15th Annual Front Row Challenge and the 9th Annual Ultimate Challenge will be held Monday and Tuesday, August 9 and 10, 2010 at the Southern Iowa Speedway in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Advance ticket holders from 2009 can purchase the same seats starting Tuesday, February 16 at 10:00 a.m. by calling McTwo Promotions, Inc. at 515 957-0020.

Tickets will be open to the public on March 23. Visa, Mastercard and American Express are welcomed. Visit www.OskyChallenges.com for further details.

Websites for the McCarl Gang!

Driverwebsites.com has developed websites for the McCarl boys. Check out www.TerryMcCarl.com, and check out www.AustinMcCarl.com and www.CarsonMcCarl.com!

In"Terry"gation

Chris Lambert asks: What do you attribute your success in Florida over the years to?

TMAC Answers: My dad always told me some guys are good in Florida, and some just aren’t. It’s a strange place. It’s sandy. East Bay can be a wet/slick where you need to work the throttle. I’ve always seemed to run well there, which is nice for me. Usually, I haven’t had a paycheck since November. We have some great people like Morgan Farms who help us out down there too.

Got a question for TMAC? Send it to us at sprntcar@iowatelecom.net, and we may answer it in this section! Put "? for TMAC" in your subject line.

This Day in TMAC History!

On this date in 2006, TMAC won a preliminary feature in the Ronald Laney Memorial “King of the 360’s” at East Bay Raceway Park near Tampa, Florida. Driving the #24, he topped Travis Rilat, Jason Sides, Nick Smith and Tim Montgomery. The winning pass of Rilat occurred on lap 16 of 25.

Website Updates

Keep up to date with McCarl Motorsports at www.TerryMcCarl.com. We keep it fresh for TMAC fans!

"Tuesdays with TMAC"!

"Tuesdays with TMAC" is an up close and personal look at colorful sprint car veteran Terry McCarl. To receive "Tuesdays with TMAC", send an e-mail to sprntcar@iowatelecom.net with "TMAC" in the subject line.

TMAC Motorsports would like to thank sponsors Big Game Treestands, AmeriCashAdvance.com, DeBerg Concrete and Remington Treestands.

First Winternationals Practice A Success

by BJ Cavin

About a dozen top sprint car teams joined the O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions and the Florida Mini Sprints for an exciting practice session on Wednesday afternoon in preparation for this weekend's racing action at Ocala Speedway. The likes of Tim Shaffer, Fred Rahmer, Greg Hodnett, and Danny Lasoski, all took advantage of the early practice time to get a feel for Ocala Speedway's challenging layout. Many more teams are reported to be in route to Ocala and are expected to arrive in time for the 4PM practice on Thursday.

Practice did not go so well for the Lance DeWease team as their car suffered from mechanical issues throughout the session. DeWease's crew finally seemed to figure out the problem late in the session and the 30C machine finally completed some laps before the night ended.

Greg Hodnett looked to be the racer to watch as he fearlessly attacked Ocala Speedway's clay with seemingly reckless abandon. Hodnett's practice laps were quite quick, and at times he appeared to be on the very edge of control, eliciting ooohs and ahhs from the fans that were there to watch.

According to various websites and message boards, the car count will more than triple for the Thursday practice session. Notables expected for Thursday's practice include Tony Stewart Racing and 4 time World of Outlaws Champion, Donny Schatz, and possibly Steve Kinser. Kasey Kahne Racing is also expected to be on hand with driver Joey Saldana hitting Ocala's clay for the first time. There is also word that both team owners will likely be on hand to oversee and observe their teams in action during the practice session Thursday's practice session will begin at 4PM and will end at 8PM. Once more the admission will be $15 for adults with kids 12 and under admitted free of charge, and all attendees must sign a pit waiver in order to enter the gate. Plenty of excellent seating is available in the turn one bleachers and the front stretch seats next to the pit entrance. A Winternationals Pre-Party will take place after the practice on Thursday at 9PM at Ocala Entertainment Complex off of 17th street in Ocala. Many racers and fans will be there to share some good times before getting down to business the following night.

Racing takes place on Friday and Saturday, with the pit gate open at noon, grandstand gates open at 5PM, and racing at 8PM. A complete schedule and listing of prices can be found at www.OcalaSpeedway.com by clicking the 2010 schedule link at the top or left hand side.

Pittman Pumped for the Ironman Tour!

Daryn Pittman raced the most winged sprint car races of any driver in 2009, and he hopes to do the same in 2010. “Our schedule is not finalized yet but it looks like we will race about the same number of events with the Keen Motorsports #17, including about 14 more World of Outlaw shows than last year. It looks like we will be doing a hit and miss schedule racing all over the country and hitting the bigger paying events. I think I raced about 109 times last year and this year I would like it to be the same but with one change: more wins!” said Pittman. The “Ironman Tour” is what the schedule for the Peterbilt team is being nicknamed. Criss crossing the country to over 15 states from January through to November and hitting the race track over 100 times is truly an “Ironman Tour.” The Keen team will begin their season in Florida this weekend and be racing almost every weekend from now until November. Keen Motorsports and Daryn Pittman will make their 2010 debut this Friday and Saturday with the All Stars in Ocala, FL. “I am excited to get the season underway. Crew Chief Matt Anderson , Jonesy, Pickles and all behind the scenes crew have worked hard this winter preparing the car and we are all ready to get going. I am really excited about the Goodyear tires because it is a fresh start. I feel everyone is starting from scratch to try to make these tires work with their set ups and I feel this will work to our advantage” stated Pittman. The #17 team will spend the next three weeks in sunny Florida racing with the All Stars and the World of Outlaws. “Florida is some of the most competitive racing of the year. There are always huge car counts and qualifying is very important each night. We have worked hard this winter to improve our qualifying efforts and a goal we have in Florida is to qualify well each night. Another goal is to be competitive every time we hit the track and to be standing in victory lane at the end of the night. I know that my car owners, Jesse and Lorraine Keen, have given us everything we need to get the job done and I hope our team is standing in victory lane for them,” said Pittman. For up to date results, pictures, and stories stay tuned to www.keenmotorsports.net and www.darynpittman.com Keen Motorsports and Daryn Pittman would like to thank our major sponsors for their continuing support: Peterbilt, Hunter Truck Sales, Shell Rotella T, and also all of our product sponsors who play a very important role in all of our success.

RACING FANS DIRECT

THE BEST VALUE RACES IN FEBRUARY

(Manchester, MD January 27, 2010) As a devoted fan I have only one obligation which is to you , what to see , what tracks to visit , making you aware of hotel and airfare discounts and what is the best value for your money .

This week racing kicks into gear first at Ocala Speedway with the All Stars racing series , which should be a good couple of days of racing . Allot of the premier teams should be in attendance including the Ohio , Pa , and the WoO drivers among others which should provide a good mix of racing as they get the bugs out of there cars and see how the new Goodyear tires fit into there equations .

I highly recommend the previously mentioned racing at Ocala , as I’m told that last year it provided some entertaining racing .

Next on February 8-9 -10 at East Bay Raceway I strongly recommend the USAC Wingless racing for three nights in a row . I have only seen one bad show put on by the USAC drivers and that came at the Las Vegas Dirt track and that was due to a bad surface , hopefully that won’t happen this year .Besides the nightly tickets only being $20.00 each night , the hotels and air fares are really economical in comparison to other areas of Florida ,which hopefully is well within in your budget to see great racing .If you like passing from front to back then these are the shows you want to see in February.

It’s your choice as to what you want to see while in Florida hopefully escaping the cold from your hometown . It ‘s your choice as to what you like for your winter fix of racing or to save money , see passing or just high speed racing . As I said before, I care about you, to save you money and to see good racing. I care and like all the drivers and support all racing , but during these hard times I feel it only right to try to save you what I can and for you to get your monies worth at the same time . I thank each one of you for supporting the sport we so love and can never get enough of . I am Bob Altman , Racing Fans Direct and these are my opinions to hopefully benefit you in making your choices for the right reasons . I can be reached at racingfansdirect@bigplanet.com or at 443-974-7027.

Sprint Car Teams Arriving In Ocala

by BJ Cavin

Many of the nation's top sprint car teams have begun arriving in Ocala to prepare for this weekend's running of the 2010 Ocala Speedway Winternationals. This year's event features the O'Reilly Auto Parts All Star Circuit of Champions, plus the popular Florida Mini Sprint Association, with racing on this coming Friday and Saturday night, and is attracting a virtual "who's who" of names to Florida's oldest speedway. As the teams begin arriving many fans have reported seeing team haulers parked at local hotels, or exiting the freeway to come to Ocala. As was the case last year, some fans have made it a point to see which team haulers that they can spot and report it to their friends, and this year the Ocala Speedway Facebook group has provided a space of fans to post those reports. In addition, internet postings indicate that many teams are already on the road and heading south toward the area, and should be arriving soon.

Some teams made plans to be at the practice session scheduled for this afternoon at the speedway at 4PM, while others are content to get in their practice laps at the Thursday practice. Both practices are open to the public, and the $15 admission is also a pit pass giving fans full access. Children 12 and under will be admitted free to the practice sessions, and everyone must sign a pit waiver in order to enter.

Reports also indicate that many fans from across America have traveled to Ocala in order to watch their favorite sprint car teams compete, or are in route. While some have chosen to camp in RV's at the speedway, many have reservations in local hotels and motels, thus bringing a significant amount of money into the local economy. Those numbers will increase dramatically through Wednesday and Thursday as the bulk of the fans begin arriving.

As of Tuesday evening the final preparations were being applied to the facilities at Ocala Speedway ahead of the arrival of the fans and race teams. Final coats of paint were being applied to everything, and crews were busy stocking the concessions stands. In addition, the track crew was working the clay surface on the speedway, getting it into shape for Wednesday practice. New top quality Florida gumbo clay was brought in during the down time after Christmas, again originating from the same "secret" clay pits as previous applications.

Fans that need more information about the schedule of events or admission prices for this week should call the speedway at 352-622-9400, or visit www.OcalaSpeedway.com and click on the 2010 schedule icon. Plenty of camping space is available at the speedway on the famous "south 40" area for $10 per night.

Fondations 4 Saisons Presents the Quebec Five Star Series for the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprints.

SYRACUSE, NY – As the Lucas Oil Empire Super Sprints (ESS) venture north to the Montreal area of Quebec, the events that boast the largest purses of any full point events on the championship tour just got a little richer. With the help of the Poirier family business Fondations 4 Saisons ten teams will now be splitting from a special point fund that has been set up for 2010.

The special Quebec Five Star Series will involve the two events each at Autodrome’s Granby and Drummond as well as the first ever ESS appearance to Motordrome St. Marcel. Fondations 4 Saisons sponsored the A-Main events at Granby and Drummond the past three seasons but with the new point fund their contribution was increased substantially.

“Steve is not only a great driver and champion with ESS, but his family has been huge supporters over the years with sponsorship programs.” said ESS President Chuck Miller. “Before only one driver (the A-Main winner) took home extra dollars from each event. Now ten different teams will be awarded for their solid efforts on the five events.”

Quebec stars like Poirier, Michael Parent, Alain Bergeron, Normand Beaudreault, Daniel Lampron, Kayle Robidoux, Dale Gosselin, Donald Lemire and Sylvain Ericksen will be ready to take on the best from the province of Ontario and the United States with more money on the line.

Last year ESS had five special point fund categories topped by the overall Lucas Oil champion. This has now been increased by one with more in the works. Having different point funds proved very popular with the teams as many shared in the wealth.

The full schedule for the 2010 season is right around the corner with the first event being the annual Motorsports Expo held at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY on March 13 and 14.

For more information you can log on to www.empiresupersprints.com where the 27th Anniversary Tour is being showcased where once again it will be excitement guaranteed!

BENEFIT DINNER FOR BILL & JUDY BECK DRAWING NEAR ON FEBRUARY 6 AT NORMANDY BANQUET CENTER

By Mike Leone

January 26, 2010

Mercer, PA…A benefit spaghetti dinner and Chinese Auction will be held for Bill and Judy Beck on Saturday, February 6 at the Normandy Banquet Center/Hickory VFW in Hermitage, Pa. The $10 dinner will be from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. with proceeds benefiting the Beck Family.

Throughout the fall and early winter, Judy Beck was hospitalized at Sharon General Hospital with back surgery then turned into additional complications. She has since been transferred to UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh, where she continues to recover. Her husband Bill has been at her bedside throughout this time. Bill has been the longtime welder and chaplain at Mercer Raceway Park and has recently been part of the Motor Racing Outreach Ministries through which he serves the western Pa./eastern Ohio racing community.

“Bill has certainly been an important part of the racing family at not only Mercer, but several other surrounding speedways including Lernerville, Tri-City, and Sharon Speedways,” stated Mercer owner Vicki Emig. “As we all know he has been there for all of us throughout our personal struggles and I know that there are hundreds of people out there who would want to support him during this difficult time. This will be a great way to bring everyone together to help him with the astronomical costs that they have incurred during Judy’s illness.”

Tickets will be on sale through February 4 by sending a check or money order for $10 per meal to Mercer Raceway Park at 4368 US 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Tickets may also be purchased at the office at the same mailing address, but please call 724-964-9300 before coming out. Note: No tickets will be sold at the door. A cash bar will also be available.

A Chinese Auction is also being coordinated. If anyone would like to donate an item to the auction, they can also contact the Mercer office. Donations for desserts (pies, cookies, cakes, etc.) are also needed. Those unable to attend that would like to donate to the cause can send a check to the above address marked “donation”.

The Normandy Banquet Center, which is also the Hickory VFW Post 6166, is located on Route 62 just two miles east of Route 18 at 5550 East State Street, Hermitage, Pa.

OHIO MOTORSPORTS COUNCIL CONFERENCE TO OFFER EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS

Rossburg, OH (Jan. 26) – Members and supporters of the Ohio Motorsports Council (OMC) have selected Saturday, February 27, as the date for their annual Spring Conference, which this year will include a ‘workshop’ theme with guest speakers and moderated roundtable discussions.

To be held at the Courtyard by Marriott, just off I-270 on the West side of Columbus (OH), the event is open to all motorsports operations, regardless of size, shape or surface.

Track operators are encouraged to bring key staff members, as a variety of topics will offer the unique opportunity to discuss topics, share ideas and learn from each other.

An informal opening reception, with a cash bar, will take place the evening before, February 26, and the Courtyard by Marriott has offered a special overnight room rate for the conference attendees.

Keynote subjects include Marketing 101, with a representative from the Columbus Clippers coming in to detail concepts that have worked for them towards filling the bleachers. Also on the docket will be a session led by Charlene Kriebel of SYSCO Foods, who will address profitable food items, complete with samples, to help increase the concession stand yield.

Just prior to the luncheon break, Kathy Rhoades, an underwriter for K & K Insurance, will also take an in-depth look at how facilities can work together with the insurance companies to reduce claims and insurance premiums.

Following the break, a panel of assorted leaders from within the industry will address many key issues of the day-to-day operation of a motorsports entity with their Common Sense Business Practices theme.

Concurrent with each strategic session, moderators will be leading roundtable discussions in adjoining rooms on such topics as scoring systems and forms, announcers, ticketing forms and accountability reports, controlling the ‘freebie’ gate and, of current interest, social marketing outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, etc.

OMC membership is not required for attendance; however, advance registration is. Further information and registration details may be obtained by contacting Mike Garrepy at 4545 Arendell Place in Columbus, OH 43231.

2010 Knoxville Raceway Fantasy League

January 26, 2010 (641)842-5431

Knoxville, Iowa - The 2010 Knoxville Raceway Fantasy League by Fantasy Dirt Racing is back and ready for another exciting year. The Knoxville Raceway Fantasy League allows fans another avenue to cheer on their favorite drivers.

2009 was the inaugural year for the fantasy league and out of 250 teams team MRI took home the grand prize of Passes to this year's 50th Goodyear Knoxville Nationals presented by Lucas Oil! Two other teams also won tickets to Knoxville Raceway Events.

This year's fantasy schedule will include 14 races starting on May 8th and ending on September 4th. Fantasy League Player's will pick 4 Drivers during registration. These drivers will be the core of your team. Each month you will then pick a 5th "Wild Card" Driver from a pool of drivers at Knoxville Raceway.

Knoxville Fantasy League Team's will be scored based on your drivers A Main Feature finish. Team's should be chosen carefully because the "Wild Card" Driver will be the most valuable Driver and will earn double points but is not allowed be already be part of your roster.

2010 registration will remain free and the winner of the league will receive a set of 2010 Knoxville Late Model Nationals Tickets, Second Place will take home a Knoxville Raceway Shirt, Cap, and a Raceopoly Board game, Third Place will receive a Knoxville Raceopoly Board game. For more details and to register visit <http://www.fantasydirtracing.com/ www.fantasydirtracing.com.

For more information about Knoxville Raceway programs and events go to www.knoxvilleraceway.com.

SPECIALTY AWARDS COMPLIMENT CHAMPIONSHIP HONORS AT ELDORA BANQUET

Rossburg, OH (Jan. 26) – Going into Eldora Speedway’s recent (January 23) Awards Celebration, the championship honors for each division had been documented and were common knowledge; however, the annual specialty awards remained anonymous until announced before the packed Eldora Ballroom audience.

Track owner, and two-time NASCAR Cup champion, Tony Stewart was on hand to celebrate the championship titles earned by Chad Ruhlman (Late Models), Jason Wheatley (Modified) and Mike Dirksen (Stock Car), and distributed the unique awards as they were revealed.

Considered to be the most prestigious honor bestowed upon an Eldora Speedway enthusiast, the annual Sportsman of the Year award was presented to long-time car owner Mike Lawrence.

Capturing the Rookie of the Year honors were Jon Henry (Late Model), Brian Post (Modified) and Kyle Brandewie (Stock Car), while Ryan VanderVeen (Late Model), Jeff Babcock (Modified) and Jason Kinney were honored as the Most Improved Drivers.

Recognized for their Hard Luck throughout the year were Scott James (Late Model), Mike Chrisman (Modified) and Jamie Heiser (Stock Car), with the Best Appearing Car & Crew awards being distributed to Jeep VanWormer (Late Model), Scott Orr (Modified) and Jeff Koz (Stock Car).

Mary Lou McGinnis was recognized as the Fan of the Year, while Jennifer Halcomb graciously accepted the Woman of the Year plaque. Accepting the Mechanic of the Year was Junior Nolan for his efforts in producing a consistently top notch Modified ride for Jacob Hawkins. The Car Owner of the Year accolades were presented to Al Woodard.

Eldora’s Larry Kemp announced that the track will swing open with a tune-and-test session on Saturday, March 27, followed by a USAC Sprint Car doubleheader weekend – April 2 & 3. He advised the complete schedule has been posted on the track’s website – www.eldoraspeedway.com.

XXX Chassis Takes Morgan to Maiden Win in AU

1/26/10

Triple X Race Co wants to congratulate Richard Morgan on his first career Sprint Car main event win! Morgan, driving his Morgan Metalcorp #54 XXX, led every lap of the feature on Saturday night to lay claim to the victory at Brisbane International Speedway in Archerfield, Australia. From his outside pole position, Morgan ran out to an early advantage, leading the field to the final flags by one and half seconds.

Triple X Race Co wants to thank all of our supporters for their assistance at the Tulsa Shootout and Chili Bowl. Smiley’s Racing Products, Steve Smith / Hawk Racing Engines, Gordon Seros Racing Engines and all of our crew deserve big thanks for everything they did over the challenging but fun three week period.

Your time to reload for 2010 is rapidly running out! Call us at 866.632.9925 or visit our website at www.xxxraceco.com to find the dealer nearest you and get your XXX chassis ordered! Triple X Race Co – Race Inspired. Race Proven. Race XXX and Save!

Entry Forms Available for The 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt"

Kevin Montgomery Tucson, AZ (January 26th, 2010) -Entry forms are available for the much anticipated "Copper on Dirt"! USAC championship hopefuls will make their way west to start the year off at one of the premier events of the season. More than a hundred of the nations top open wheel teams are anticipated to take part in the 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt" making this a must see event of 2010.

The 4th Annual "Copper on Dirt" featuring USAC Silver Crown, USAC National/CRA Sprint Cars and USAC National/Western States Midgets all taking part in a sensational racing spectacle at Tucson's USA Raceway's for two nights on February 19th and 20th marking USA Raceway as one of only two dirt track venues to host USAC's Triple Crown all in one event.

Entry, Payout and Format Information can be found online at:

Midget: http://www.usacracing.com/assets/files/allseries/forms/TucsonMidgets22010.pdf

Sprint Car: http://www.usacracing.com/assets/files/allseries/forms/TucsonSprints22010.pdf

Silver Crown: http://www.usacracing.com/assets/files/allseries/forms/TucsonSilverCrown22010.pdf

Tickets:

Ticket pricing, seating charts and purchasing information can be found online at http://www.usaraceway.net/Uploads/CopperOnDirtTicketForm.pdf or by calling the USA Raceway office at 520-574-8515

Lodging:

Hotel Information can be found at www.usaraceway.net/lodging.php or by calling the Tucson Airport Courtyard by Marriott at 520-573-0000

USA Raceway is located east of Tucson off I-10 exit 265, then 1.6 miles south on Craycroft Road, which turns into Los Reales. For more information please, contact the track at 520-574-8515 or additional information regarding USA Raceway can be found at http://www.usaraceway.net

Mississippi's Ricky Stenhouse became the first and only driver to win multiple "Copper on Dirt" features in a single year. Stenhouse set the bar high at the inaugural "Copper on Dirt" by winning back to back races in the 40-lap sprint car feature and finishing off the night by capturing the 50-lap USAC Silver Crown Feature.

California native, Darren Hagen, is the only other driver to win in two divisions with a midget victory in 2008 and a sprint car win in 2009. Hagen will lead the USAC trio into Tucson as the defending "Copper on Dirt" Sprint Car Champion while Brad Sweet and Bud Kaeding will likely set out to defend the USAC Midget and Silver Crown titles respectively. Hagen also leads the "Copper on Dirt" stats with 8 of 9 feature starts (Did not particip

ate in 2007 Silver Crown portion) and an average finish of 5th in 8 total events.

Past Copper on Dirt Winners: 2007 USAC Midgets - Cory Kruseman 2007 USAC Sprint Cars - Ricky Stenhouse 2007 USAC Silver Crown - Ricky Stenhouse 2008 USAC Midgets - Darren Hagen 2008 USAC Sprint Cars - Shane Cottle 2008 USAC Silver Crown - Jerry Coons Jr. 2009 USAC Midgets - Brad Sweet 2009 USAC Sprint Cars - Darren Hagen 2009 USAC Silver Crown - Bud Kaeding

Justin Wolf Medlock

Introducing, Justin Wolf Medlock to the world famous Hoseheads community.

“I believe everyone who lives with a sense of calling, experiences a defining moment where what they were created to do is revealed to them.” Justin Wolf Medlock

Justin’s zeal for racing began as a crewmember for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. In 1997 he started racing 10 horse power dirt alcohol go-karts and quickly dominated the series with several championships throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. Veteran drivers noticed his racing gift and encouraged him to pursue a professional racing career.

Justin began his sprint car career in 2008 as a rookie in the ASCS Rocky Mountain Region. After making the quantum leap from 10horse power dirt go-karts to 700horse power wing Sprint Cars, he finished 9th in the Rocky Mountain Region.

In 2009, Justin ran only half of the RM regions races and finished 14th in

points. Justin raced throughout the Midwest during the remainder of the 2009

season while matching his skills and equipment with many of the Nationally

known drivers and finished mid-pack.

For the 2010 season Justin has added a past World Of Out Law driver to his

pit crew. He intends to capitalize on the veterans background combined with his own 2009 Midwest race experience to mount a bid for the 2010 ASCS Rocky Mountain

Region 360 Winged Sprint Car Championship. He will also run select Lucas Oil ASCS national events. (TBA)

Justin would like to thank his sponsors for their continued support of his racing career:

After Gods Own Heart Group, IronWolf Designs, USA Performance Engines, Bell Racing Equipment, Dales Paint and supply, Spotlight Website Design, Mutt Muffs, Mom and Dad, Nick Medlock, Ferguson Motors, Alyn and Ruth Wolf, Tim O’neill Studios, and to all the friends who continue to support us financially.

Glory to God as He continues to open doors in the racing community and His blessings over 2010 as it is going to be a monumental season!

Follow Justin Wolf Medlock to the winners circle. Go to: www.shadowracingteam.com

Jason Meyers

RECAP: 24th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals

The 24th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals took place on January 12-16, 2010 in Tulsa, Okla., at the Tulsa Expo Raceway where Jason Meyers, driver of the Elite Racing's No. 14 in the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series, was one of a handful of World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series drivers who fielded a Midget car. Meyers was among one of the favorites competing for the prestigious Golden Driller, the desirable trophy awarded to the Chili Bowl Nationals' A-Main feature winner.

Among the approximately 256 competitors who battled for starting positions in the Chili Bowl Nationals, included some of the best open wheel drivers in both sprint and midget car, as well as top dirt late model, NHRA drag racing and NASCAR. The record Chili Bowl National entry list required four nights of qualifying and preliminary features to shave the field down for the 24 car A-Main field, and poor luck on those nights has kept Meyers from achieving an entry in the Saturday night A-Main finale. His best A-Main finish was sixth, in 2003 with his first Chili Bowl appearance.

"I had the opportunity to climb into a beautifully prepared No. 9 Steve Lewis Spike car powered by Esslinger. Rusty Kunz and Glen Martin put together one of the nicest Midgets I have ever had the opportunity to drive," said Jason Meyers. "The combination of equipment and crew on the No. 9J was a dream come true for me."

The SPEED Channel will air a two-hour presentation of the 24th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Midget Nationals on Saturday night, February 13, at 9:00 p.m. EST, including the championship finale and other highlights from throughout the week.

Friday, January 15, 2010 - Chili Bowl Qualifier:

A Qualifier 3: 7. #9J Jason Meyers

B Main 1: 4. #9J Jason Meyers-Started 6th

A Main :12. #9J Jason Meyers-Started 24th

Saturday, January 16, 2010 - 24th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals:

C Main 1: 6. #9J Jason Meyers

B Main 1: 17. #9J Jason Meyers

RW Motorsports Acquires Fontana Automotive

January 2010 - RW Motorsports, participants in various USAC National Race Teams, inclusive of the #17b Midget car, has purchased Fontana Automotive from owner Joe Fontana. The RWMS Team, led by Steven Weirich and Mario Rotondo, is proud and excited to add this new element of racing excellence to our company - providing Championship caliber engines to the Midget racing community. Fontana Automotive will be operated with the same commitment to performance and winning by new owner Steven Weirich, General Manager Scott Benic, Operations Manager Rick Paradis, and 2009’s National Midget Series Champion, Brad Kuhn.

Possessing parallel values of dedication to quality of performance and a drive for winning, RW Motorsports looks forward to the opportunity to propel the existing success of the Fontana products to the forefront of the this ever-growing division of racing. Fontana Automotive has been committed to bringing innovation and state-of-the-art design to specialty engine products for the past 25 years. Fontana’s premier product, the New Generation midget engine, based on the GM four cylinder, is the result of 25 years of on-going development. It meets the expressed needs of today’s racer. Reliability, drivability, a wide, smooth power band, lightweight, best left side weight in the industry, and most importantly, an engine that can win any race - a Championship engine!

Fontana Automotive, a new division of RW Motorsports. Championship caliber engines for Championship Race Teams.

Look for new updates, product and equipment sales, and continuing updates at www.fontana-automotive.com

International Nationals Field For Speedway City

By Phil Michell

Last weekends Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic winner Shane Stewart is the latest American driver to confirm their entry for this Saturday nights (January 30) Jack Daniels Racing Australian Sprintcar Nationals at Speedway City. Stewart was the inaugural winner of this prestigious race back in the 2004/05 season and he joins fellow countrymen Jason Johnson, Danny Smith and Wayne Johnson in the 34 car field.

Along with the four American stars the field includes a whole host of the touring World Series Sprintcars contracted drivers therefore it could actually be dubbed as an “unofficial” WSS show. Currently 10 of the 13 contracted drivers have entered including last seasons Nationals Champion Brooke Tatnell, Robbie Farr, Max Dumesny, David Murcott, Danny Reidy, Steve Caunt, Ricky Maiolo, Bryan Mann, Johnson and Smith.

Adding to all star cast will a number of other drivers cable of upsetting the drivers already listed including three times South Australian Champion Steven Lines, current Track Championship leader Jamie Cobby, Luke Dillon, Matt Egel, Victorian Nick Lacey, Phil March, Alan Barlee, Daryl Clayden and Mark Reuter.

To go along with this extremely talented line-up for the sixth edition of this great race is an exciting and unique race format that was put together by Track Promoter Wendy Turner and the current Champion Brooke Tatnell. To go along with the standard two rounds of seeded heat races the top point scorers will go into a series of match races to decide the starting order for the 35 lap $10,000 to win A-Main.

So if you have down at Warrnambool over the past few days and you want to extend your Sprintcar experience a little longer or if you are simply an occasional race fan then Speedway City is the place to be this weekend.

Speedway City – Celebrating 30 years of Dirt Track Action!!!!

Kyle Larson Pairs With Brent Kaeding Motorsports To Tackle 2010 Golden State Challenge Series

Elk Grove, CA. January 25, 2010. Coming off the highlight of his career with a 10th place finish in last week’s Chili Bowl Midget Nationals A- main event in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Kyle Larson is set to take another positive step as he will embark on a 2010 campaign matched with one of the icons in the world of sprint car racing, 13 time King of California Brent Kaeding. The 17 year old Larson, with sponsorship from Stadelhofer Construction, will compete in approximately 40 races in BK Motorsports machinery this season, with an emphasis on the Golden State Challenge Series championship and the high profile events on the west coast.

Larson and Kaeding will continue a relationship that began at the tail end of 2009, when Larson found himself rideless just prior to the Trophy Cup at Tulare’s Thunderbowl Raceway. With a twist of fate that saw Larson, Rich Stadelhofer, and Kaeding all together a couple of weeks prior at an outlaw kart race in Lakeport, California, a deal was struck for the young driver to be entered in a number 99 Kaeding Performance mount. The association proved beneficial to all concerned when Larson placed third in the feature event and finished fourth in the all important overall points.

Another strong effort by Larson at Tulare three weeks later when the USAC National sprint car group came to town further impressed Kaeding and crew, which set in motion the talks which will join the threesome over the course of the 2010 racing season. “ I am so fortunate to be in this position,” said Larson. “To be together with Brent and his crew, and the resources they have, is just awesome every time I think about it. His operation, with the “Hogs” working on his cars, is as good as or better than any team in sprint car racing. To be able to tap into Brent’s knowledge and experiences in racing will without question make me a better driver and I am looking forward to this season so much.”

“Without Rich’s support, none of this would be possible,” Larson continued. “His support all last year, and his help at the Chili Bowl last week when I got to drive for Corey Tucker and Bryan Clauson, has been a big boost to my career. I am so fortunate to have him take an interest in my racing career and I appreciate everything he has done to get me to where I am now.”

The schedule will see Larson open the season in the Stadelhofer Construction/ Kaeding Performance Center Maxim powered by Ron Shaver engines at the unsanctioned Mini Gold Cup at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico on March 12th and 13th. After that the complete Golden State Challenge Series slate for 410 sprint cars will be contested by the 2009 Rookie of the Year, who finished fifth in last year’s title chase. The first event of the 24 race GSC tour will take place at Placerville Speedway on March 27th.

The GSC series is this year highlighted by a recently announced Speedweek that will begin June 11th in Chico and continue northward the next night with a stop at Medford’s Southern Oregon Speedway. Two nights later teams will converge at the well prepared Cottage Grove Speedway, before heading Tuesday night to Lebanon, Oregon and the series’ first ever visit to Willamette Speedway. On Thursday, June 17th, the unsanctioned 39th annual three day Dirt Cup at Skagit Speedway in Alger, Washington will commence with drivers from around the United States and Canada vying to take home the $25,000 first prize on Saturday night.

Other highlights of the GSC schedule will see the return of the series to Kings Speedway in Hanford after a couple year hiatus. Also, Marysville Raceway Park is back in the fold after a several year absence. Besides Placerville and Silver Dollar Speedways, tracks also returning to hold events are Calistoga, Antioch, Petaluma, Tulare, Santa Maria, and Watsonville’s Ocean Speedway.

In addition to the aforementioned races Larson will also compete for BK Motorsports at the USAC/CRA non winged doubleheader at Calistoga Speedway over Labor Day weekend. The next weekend will see Larson taking on the best in winged sprint car racing when the World of Outlaw regulars come to Chico for the 56th annual Gold Cup Race of Champions. 360 sprint car events will take place in October at Chico for the Fall Nationals and at Tulare for the Trophy Cup. An additional Taco Bravo Series 360 race is slated at Santa Maria Speedway on Friday April 30, a night prior to the GSC’s first visit to the track on May 1st.

Although the bulk of Larson’s schedule is set with the BK Motorsports team, he is looking to fill out many other open dates that are available. 360 openings are Watsonville’s Friday night Taco Bravo Series and a handful of Civil War races. Several winged and non winged 410 dates are vacant also. For anyone that might be interested in the services of this rising talent please check out his current schedule at www.kylelarsonracing.com.

POWRi National Midget

Millstadt, IL – The 2010 O’Reilly POWRi presented by Lucas Oil National Midget calendar has 31 events on its schedule with more dates to be announced. There are 12 tracks in 5 different states slated with 2 new venues which include Shepp’s Speedway in Alexander, IL and Solomon Valley Raceway in Beloit, KS. The latter of the two will host the inaugural Chad McDaniel Memorial on Friday June 4th and Saturday June 5th. This will be a co-sanction event with the Rocky Mountain Midget organization and will also include the 600cc Outlaw Micro Sprints with five different organizations included in that division.
The season kicks off once again at the Southern Illinois Center in Duquoin, IL on Sat. March 27th and ends on Sat. October 9th at Belle-Clair Speedway. Belle-Clair Speedway once again will be the anchor track of POWRi with 6 midget events highlighted by a two day event celebrating 75 years of racing at the dirt bull-ring on June 24th and 25th.
Midget Money Week will also be a highlight on the schedule beginning at US 36 Raceway in Cameron, MO on Aug. 1st, Butler County Motorplex in Rising City, NE on Aug. 2nd and the Cornhusker Midget Challenge at Junction Motor Speedway in McCool Junction, NE on Aug. 3rd and 4th. Midget Money week will be hosted by POWRi with RMMRA and the SMRS/USAC series joining the event.
POWRi will join forces with USAC at three events this season beginning with a joint event at Tri-City Speedway in Pontoon Beach, IL on Friday April 30th. Tri-State Speedway will be the host of the Hut 100 at Haubstadt, IN bringing the two midget groups together for the famed event on Sat. May 8th. The Gold Crown Midget Nationals will cap the co-sanctioned events with three days of racing on Sept. 30th, Oct. 1st and 2nd for $15,000.00 to WIN and $1000.00 to start. The 600cc Outlaw Micro Schedule will be released later this week.

Sat, March 27 Southern Illinois Center - Dean King Memorial DuQuoin, IL
Fri, April 23 Shepp's Speedway Alexander, IL
Sat, April 24 Macon Speedway Macon, IL
Fri, April, 30 @ Tri-City Speedway Granite City, IL
Sat, May 1 Belle-Clair Speedway Belleville, IL
Sat, May 8 @ Tri-State Speedway - Hut 100 Haubstadt, IN
Sun, May 30 Belle-Clair Speedway - Race 4 Life Belleville, IL
Mon, May 31 Belle-Clair Speedway - Race 4 Life Rain Date Belleville, IL
Fri, June 4 # Solomon Valley Raceway - Chad McDaniel Memorial Beloit, KS
Sat, June 5 # Solomon Valley Raceway - Chad McDaniel Memorial Beloit, KS
Fri, June 11 Tri-City Speedway Granite City, IL
Sat, June 12 Shepp's Speedway Alexander, IL
Tue, June 15 Macon Speedway - Tony Stewart Night Macon, IL
Fri, June 25 Belle-Clair Speedway - 75th Anniversary Belleville, IL
Sat, June 26 Belle-Clair Speedway - 75th Anniversary Belleville, IL
Sun, June 27 Belle-Clair Speedway - 75th Anniversary Rain Date Belleville, IL
Thur, July 22 Macon Speedway - Dana Godfrey Memorial Macon, IL
Fri, July 23 Jacksonville Speedway Jacksonville, IL
Sat, July 24 Shepp's Speedway Alexander, IL
Sun, Aug, 1 * # US 36 Raceway Cameron, MO
Mon, Aug 2 * # Butler County Motorplex - Ron Hughs Jr. & Sr. Memorial Rising City, NE
Tue, Aug 3 * # Junction Motor Speedway - Cornhusker Midget Challenge McCool, NE
Wed, Aug 4 * # Junction Motor Speedway - Cornhusker Midget Challenge McCool, NE
Wed, Aug 11 Belle-Clair Speedway - Knepper Memorial Belleville, IL
Fri, Aug 20 Macon Speedway Macon, IL
Fri, Aug 27 Tri-City Speedway Granite City, IL
Fri, Sept 17 Jacksonville Speedway Jacksonville, IL
Sat, Sept 18 Spoon River Speedway - Tom Knowles Memorial Canton, IL
Sat, Sept 25 Macon Speedway Macon, IL
Thur, Sept 30 @ Tri-City Speedway - Gold Crown Midget Nationals Granite City, IL
Fri, Oct 1 @ Tri-City Speedway - Gold Crown Midget Nationals Granite City, IL
Sat, Oct 2 @ Tri-City Speedway - Gold Crown Midget Nationals Granite City, IL
Sat, Oct 9 Belle-Clair Speedway - Meents Memorial Belleville, IL
Co-Sanction - @ USAC * SMRS # RMMRA
www.powri.com

SPRINT CAR TEAMS MEET TO DISCUSS 2010 SCHEDULE

January 25, 2010

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT KEVIN SCHAEFFER (724) 783-2390

Sprint car teams from western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio met again on Sunday, January 24 at the Meridian Fire Hall in Butler, Pa., to discuss the future of 410 sprint car racing at local speedways.

Representatives of the 25 teams present elected a five-person board to act on the behalf of the teams as it pertains to continuing discussions with Lernerville and Sharon Speedway regarding purse payoffs.

Elected to the five person board were (in alphabetical order) Martha Dionese, Bob Felmlee, Kevin Schaeffer, Jack Sodeman Jr., and Eric Williams.

Schaeffer urges teams that were unable to attend the meeting to contact any of the above board members for information.

“With Goodyear providing additional funding to the local race tracks for switching tire brands, our local sprint car teams believe some of the funding should go back into the purse like many other tracks that have switched brands have announced“, Schaeffer said.

Schaeffer added that the teams will support the higher paying special sprint car events at the local speedways in 2010.

Design Graphics Group, Inc. Joins F.A.S.T. Series as Presenting Sponsor

MAUMEE, OH (1-24-10) by Bryan Autullo - FAST Public Relations

The Fremont/Attica Sprint Title (F.A.S.T.) Championship Series is proud to announce the addition of Design Graphics Group, Inc. as a presenting sponsor for the 2010 racing season. DGGI, located in Bowling Green, Ohio, is a full service printing and graphics shop specializing in Digital Printing, Silk Screening, Die Cutting, Laminating, and Graphic Design. Owner, Les Mintz, has strong ties to the local racing community as his son Craig was the inaugural FAST Series Champion in 2009. Craig also plays an integral role in the family business as a designer and project manager as well as an installer doing everything from sign making to vehicle wraps.

"We're pleased to be able to give our support to the F.A.S.T. Series for 2010," said Les Mintz. "This series has been a great addition to the local racing scene at Attica and Fremont, and we wanted to do something to give back to the racing community." Mintz is a regular spectator at Attica and Fremont throughout the summer months as his son, Craig, competes in the 410 sprint division. "Our business is expanding and we felt we can reach one of our target markets with the racing community and we're looking forward to being a part of the F.A.S.T. series bot on and off the track this season," he added.

DGGI is an up and coming business in the Northwest Ohio area and pledging their involvement with the FAST Series for the upcoming 2010 season allows them to advertise to a large group of race fans and consumers throughout the state as well as SE Michigan. Their new digital technology and printers can quickly run massive amounts of signs at a very affordable rate. Their digital printers allow them to open up the minds of designers and clients to an almost infinite number of colors and shapes on a vast amount of substrates. Digital printing also allows them to print custom vinyl for a multitude of surfaces from cars to concrete. Design Graphics group is not only a printing specialist, but they can custom die cut your product to any given shape on a wide format substrate with superior accuracy and provide you with a quality finished product. They also have the latest technology in laminating, giving your design or product a longer life with a protective laminate material. DGGI can also provide printed vinyl banners for various advertising needs.

About Design Graphics Group, Inc:

Since 1979, Design Graphics Group has been very successful in serving the agricultural community with its printing needs. In today’s high-tech, fast paced business world, Design Graphics Group, Inc. has evolved into a printing specialist. From reliable past technology in silkscreen printing to the new age technology of digital printing, DGGI can complete all of your printing needs on vast amounts of sizes and substrates. Their reputation for quality, service and an extensive product line has been key to their success. We hope that the fans of the F.A.S.T. Series consider DGGI when the need arises for printed materials, vinyl graphics, die cutting, and graphic design. You can contact DGGI by calling 1-800-562-5940 or by visiting their shop at 333 Van Camp Rd. in Bowling Green, Ohio.

To learn more about the F.A.S.T. Championship Series visit www.fastondirt.com or to learn more about Design Graphics Group, Inc. visit them online at www.designgraphicsgroup.com

Knoxville Draggins Car Club & National Sprint Car Museum Partner on Motorcoach Trip to “Speedy” Bill Smith’s Museum of American Speed

KNOXVILLE, IOWA (January 25, 2010) - The Knoxville Draggins Car Club and the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum are pleased to announce that they will be partnering on a roundtrip motorcoach excursion to “Speedy” Bill Smith’s Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Saturday, April 17. The trip will be highlighted by a three-hour guided tour of the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame inductee’s personal collection of motorsports memorabilia, including many historically significant open-wheel race cars.

Said Knoxville Draggins Car Club member “Butch” Smith this week, “We feel honored to be get this chance to have a personalized behind-the-scenes look at one of America’s premier automotive museums. Many couples from our local car club have already reserved their space on this 56-seat motorcoach, as have many National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum Foundation members. We need all pre-paid reservations in by March 17, and I don’t think we’ll have any problems filling the bus. This truly will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many of us ‘car nuts’!”

The motorcoach will depart the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum parking lot in Knoxville on Saturday, April 17, at 8:30 a.m. It will arrive in Lincoln, Nebraska, at 12 Noon, with a light catered lunch being the first order of the day. Following lunch, at 1 p.m., the guided tour will commence. The bus will then depart “Speedy” Bill Smith’s Museum of American Speed at 4 p.m., returning to Knoxville at 7:30 p.m. The cost per person is $35, which includes the roundtrip motorcoach ride, light lunch and guided tour.

The tour is limited to 56 people, handled in a first-come, first-served manner based on the date of full payment. Cash, checks, money orders and credit cards are accepted at the National Sprint Car Museum store. Checks should be made payable to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum, which is accepting reservations seven days a week until the March 17 deadline. For more information on the Museum of American Speed, individuals are encouraged to visit www.museumofamericanspeed.com. For more information on the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum, individuals are encouraged to visit www.sprintcarhof.com or call the museum at 1-800-874-4488.

Racing for the Troops sprint car team plans to compete on a California Outlaw Schedule for upcoming racing season

By Sullivan Images Media

WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - Steve Harris Racing and the championship Racing for the Troops sprint car team have announced their itinerary for the 2010 racing season. No matter where they may look, one will not find an inked schedule of when and where the successful organization plans to compete in the year to come; but rest assured, one of the team's four drivers are sure to be visiting a track near you in the months to come. After winning the Silver Dollar Speedway track championship last season, lead driver Bobby McMahan and teammates Kyle Harris and Sean Becker are calling themselves "California Outlaws" for the 2010 racing season. The West Sacramento based team plans on racing at multiple venues throughout the year with just one set of things in mind, consistent finishes, winning races and supporting our Military Service Members, both present and past. "It's pretty simple, we are planning a California Outlaw schedule and I'm looking forward to it. It's going to be a lot of fun for everyone," said McMahan, the 2009 Silver Dollar Speedway track champion. "We're planning on racing everywhere we can throughout the year. We really want to set our sights on the bigger shows and work our weekly schedule around those races." Last season, McMahan returned to full time racing after a several year layoff to spend time with his family and his kids as they grew into their teen years. After jumping back behind the wheel part time in late 2008 the former Northern Auto Racing Club and USAC top runner agreed to making it a fulltime effort in 2009, racing the #26 Maxim Sprint Car out of the impressive Racing for the Troops stable. Last season the original plan was much like this year for McMahan and the team. While visiting multiple venues they wouldn't necessarily focus on a points championship. However, early in the season the team found themselves in an precarious position when they took the point lead in the weekly 410 sprint car series at Silver Dollar Speedway and went on to win the season title. "That wasn't what we originally planned at all," said McMahan, who became a mentor for his teammate Harris, 19, as he advanced from micro sprints into full sized sprint cars. Harris is the son of team owner Steve Harris, founder of the Racing for the Troops organization.

"Kyle was originally going to just race the entire series at Chico and his plan changed a bit for school, then it changed back. Steve decided we would run the entire season with both cars since it was going so well. It was kind of unplanned but in the end I was glad we veered off the plan and won the title, it was a great way to honor the men and women of our Armed Forces with a title." After veering off their planned road for the season, McMahan won the championship in the Silver Dollar while Harris finished the season eighth in the standings and was runner up for the rookie of the year title for his impressive efforts in his first full season behind the wheel of a powerful winged sprint car. In 2010 both McMahan and Harris will return to the team along with Oroville native Sean Becker. Becker is a two time Civil War Series champion with titles in the Golden State Challenge Series and Silver Dollar Speedway. Becker will pilot the team's #51 car fielded by team member Brian Sperry at various events during the year. Becker will also continue to driver for his longtime car owner Scott Miller in the Civil War series. "When Sean isn't in Scott Miller's car he will be in the 51 car with us," said Sperry. "We will likely run most of the Friday night races at Chico and select Golden State Challenge races as his schedule permits." As the new racing season rapidly approaches Steve Harris Racing is setting their sights on several major events, mixed with a variety of area weekly programs to make a full schedule spanning from February until November. The team will begin their 2010 run on February 26th in Las Vegas with the nationally recognized World of Outlaws Sprint Car tour. McMahan is slated to compete in the city that never sleeps and additional team members may join the race card as the date nears and funding becomes available. Following their high octane opener the team plans on competing at the Mini-Gold Cup in Chico and will then begin traveling the state for their zigzag style season. Some of the larger races they will surely commit to include the annual Mark Forni Classic at Placerville Speedway and the Louie Vermeil USAC event at Calistoga Speedway in August. They will likely make weekly appearances throughout the year at Silver Dollar, Marysville, Placerville, Ocean Speedway, Petaluma, Antioch, Quincy and more. "We're going to plan our destination each week," added McMahan. "Sometimes we might not know where we will be racing until late in the week. I like it that way. Sean Becker will be a pretty regular site in Chico and Kyle and myself will travel around a bit more and mix it up a bit." This season the Racing for the Troops will add a fourth name to their roster at some point during the season. Sean McMahan, Bobby's 17 year old son, is expected to strap into a team car during the year to make his sprint car racing debut. The second generation driver has over 100 victories and four titles in quarter-midgets and micro sprints combined as he follows in his father's footsteps. Both father and son began their winning ways with duel titles in the Pacific Coast Quarter-Midget Nationals. "Sean is ready, there is no doubt in my mind, " added McMahan. "We don't have an exact date just yet but this year he will be behind the wheel and I'm confident he will learn well. Who knows he might even teach me some new things once he gets going." Steve Harris Racing and the Racing for the Troops sprint car team has a number of marketing partners for the 2010 racing season. Proud supporters of the team include World Environmental Energy Incorporated, C & H Service Disabled Veterans Enterprises, Benic Enterprises, Butler Built Seats, SS Racing, Art Enterprises and Redline Oil.

The team is proud to continue it's support of military veterans and active duty service members, educating the public on the needs of those returning from war and supporting activities which provide resources to America's active military, veterans and their families. Learn more about the team's mission by visiting their website at www.racingforthetroops.com.

Penn National Reunion Shaping Up As Part of 25th Racing Legends Reunion & Car Show presented by Reading Eagle and WEEU 830 AM

READING, PA - Anticipation is growing for the first-ever Penn National Speedway Reunion to be held on Sat., Feb. 27 as part of the 25th annual Racing Legends Reunion & Car Show presented by Reading Eagle and WEEU 830 AM.

The show is set for Feb. 21-27 at the Fairgrounds Square Mall located on 5th Street Highway in Reading, Pa., the former site of the famed Reading Fairgrounds Speedway.

Show management has been working to reach out to former Penn National Speedway racers, officials and personalities. The Grantville, Pa., oval hosted its final season in 1996.

"The response so far has been phenomenal," said event organizer Brett Deyo. "We've contacted drivers including Billy Pauch, Rich Tobias Jr., Elvin Felty, Davey Wenger, Tom Mayberry and many others. They all have fond memories of Penn National and are looking to share some stories during the Reunion."

Racers from all divisions at Penn National are welcome to attend.

"Because this is our first event, we are gathering contact information, so we are encouraging former Penn National drivers to let us know if they're interested in being a part of the reunion," Deyo said.

"We are looking to include racers from all the various divisions that participated at Penn National."

The Penn National Reunion will take place on stage beginning at 5 p.m. on Feb. 27, the final day of the weeklong show.

Interested parties should contact Brett Deyo, preferably by e-mail at Deyo99H@aol.com, or by phone at: 845.728.2781.

The restored Glenn Hyneman-owned, Craig Von Dohren-driven No. 126 Keystone Racing 1983 Olsen Eagle that turned heads at the recent Motorsports 2010 presented by VP's Street Blaze 100 show in Oaks, Pa., will be part of a tribute to Penn National at the show. New Jersey's Kevin Eyres owns the car.

Former Tri-Track racer Kerry Meitzler will display his family-owned No. 3k Tobias mount that the Kutztown, Pa., driver ran during the track's final season. The car has been in storage for 15 years.

During the week of Feb. 21-27, the mall will be jammed with current-day race cars representing many divisions and sanctioning groups, vintage and restored race cars, speedway exhibits and displays and vendors. Drivers of today and yesterday will be on hand periodically throughout the show for on-stage interviews and autograph sessions.

Among the show highlights are the 600Scene.com Small Car Roundtable (Tuesday evening, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m.), the annual Reading Fairgrounds Speedway Reunion (Friday evening, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m.) and the aforementioned Penn National Speedway Reunion (Saturday afternoon, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m.).

Rich "Toby" Tobias Jr. will take the stage on Monday evening to discuss his affordable racing divisions, including the growing SpeedSTR Midget Series, as part of 'Open Wheel Night' at the show.

Show awards - including the first Don Marks Memorial Contribution to Motorsports Award - will be distributed during the popular BASH Racing Party to be held Friday night, Feb. 26 at the Temple Fire Company, just blocks from the mall, beginning at 9 p.m.

The BASH Party will feature music for dancing, a cash bar, racing movies (including 2009 footage from the Pennsylvania Dual-Track circuit) and plenty of bench racing.

Bert Jones, proprietor of Beer City located in Quakertown, Pa., has signed on as the awards sponsor for the BASH. Jones owns the No. 15 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series 358-Modified driven by Jason Hamilton at Grandview (Pa.) Speedway.

Lee Myles Transmissions Pennsylvania locations in Reading, Birdsboro, Allentown, Easton, Mt. Pocono & York will provide the sound for the BASH.

Tickets to the BASH are $10 and will be sold during the show and at the door.

Registration for the show is ongoing. Space is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Race teams and vendors should visit the show Web site at www.bdmotorsportsmedia.com for details.

Among the 2010 show exhibitors are Grandview Speedway, Big Diamond (Pa.) Raceway, Kutztown Fairgrounds (Pa.) Speedway, Thunder on the Hill Racing Series, URC, Reading Eagle, Pioneer Pole Buildings Inc., Speedway Entertainment (Slingshots and SpeedSTRs), Reading Fairgrounds Speedway Historical Society, Doug Borger's XCel 600 Modifieds, Gary Silverman Productions, Clyde Martin Memorial (Pa.) Speedway, the NEETS Enduro Series and the Montgomery County Quarter Midget Racing Club.

Vendors will be on hand selling national and local racing memorabilia, collectibles, racing DVDs and much more.

Once again, the 25th annual Racing Legends Reunion & Car Show presented by Reading Eagle and WEEU 830 AM will produce its own commemorative program book and apparel. Inquiries should be directed to Joe Wylezik jhwcuda@verizon.net.

For general show information, contact Brett Deyo at 845.728.2781, via e-mail at Deyo99H@aol.com or on the web: www.bdmotorsportsmedia.com.

For further information on the Reading Eagle or WEEU, log on to www.readingeagle.com or www.weeu.com.

25th Racing Reunion & Car Show TENTATIVE Schedule of Events

Sun., Feb. 21 - Show kickoff & race team move-in

Sun., Feb. 21 - (2 p.m.) - Introduction to Enduro Racing with NEETS owner Joe Cutri (Stage)

Mon., Feb. 22 - (7 p.m.) - Open Wheel Night - Drivers from ARDC, URC, SpeedSTR Series and more - Rich "Toby" Tobias of Speedway Entertainment speaks about the state of the sport and affordable racing technology

Tues., Feb. 23 - (7 p.m.) - Small Car Night - Micro-Sprint, Legends Car, Slingshot & XCel 600 Modified Drivers Invited (Stage)

Tues., Feb. 23 - (7:30 p.m.) - 600Scene.com presents "Small Car Roundtable" featuring Kevin Steele, Barry Angstadt, Mike Dicely, Doug Borger, Richie Hartman (Stage) - Pete Knappenberger serves as MC

Wed., Feb. 24 - (3-5 p.m.) - WEEU Live Radio Broadcast (Stage)

Wed., Feb. 24 - (7 p.m.) - Modified Madness Night - Drivers from the area's big- and small-block Modified divisions

Thurs., Feb. 25 - (7 p.m.) - Late Model & Sportsman Night - Drivers from the Grandview Speedway Late Model division and regional Sportsman division - Kevin Kovac of the World Racing Group reports on the World of Outlaws Late Model Series action in Florida and looks ahead to the summer

Fri., Feb. 26 - (6:30 p.m.) - Reading Fairgrounds Speedway Reunion (Stage)

Fri., Feb. 26 - (9 p.m.) - Beer City of Quakertown BASH Racing Party - Temple Fire Company (tickets available for $10 during show & at the door) - Sound provided by Lee Myles Transmissions

Sat., Feb. 27 - (5 p.m.) - FIRST EVER Penn National Speedway Reunion (Stage)

Author Gary Ludwig will appear nightly beginning at 4 p.m. and during mall hours on Feb. 21 and 27 to autograph copies of his best-selling book Tommy Hinnershitz, the Life and Times of an Auto Racing Legend, which will be on sale at the show.

- Mall Hours: Sunday 11 a.m-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. -

*Schedule subject to change

Waynesfield schedule set; All Star Sprint Speedweek, 2nd Annual Jack Hewitt Classic, Big Dawg 100 highlight 2010 campaign

by Gerry Keysor

Waynesfield OH

January 24, 2010

Waynesfield Raceway Park's 2010 schedule has been released and if you like variety, you'll love WRP in 2010. No less than 9 different classes will take to the 1/3 mile clay oval this year. Included are the Non Wing Sprints, UMP Late Models, All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Winged Sprints, 360 Sprints, UMP Modifieds, 1000cc Mini-Sprints, Compacts, 4 Cylinder Tuff Trucks, and for the first time ever, Mini Modifieds.

While some were getting antsy, wondering when WRP would get its schedule out, track promoter Dean Miracle had his reasons for waiting. “We wanted to wait until we had everything set in stone so we could assure our fans and race teams that there would be no changes later on, especially the teams who plan to try and qualify for one of the free chassis at the end of the season” said Miracle of the chassis giveaway for the teams in the Non-Wing Sprints, UMP Modifieds, and 4 Cylinder Tuff Trucks, which will see a new Maxim Chassis, Laser Chassis, and Intimidator built roll cage and hoops, awarded by random draw to one team in each of those classes who has perfect attendance at WRP in 2010.

Test and tune for all dirt cars will take place on Sunday April 4th and Sunday April 11th, allowing teams to shake down their rides before the Season Opening Shootout on Saturday April 17th with Non Wing Sprints, 1000cc Mini-Sprints, Compacts, and 4 Cylinder Tuff Trucks; and Sunday April 18th featuring UMP Late Models, UMP Modifieds, Compacts, and the Tuff Trucks.

The month of May sees the 360 Sprints hit WRP 3 times including May 1st, May 15th, and the return of the NRA 360 Sprint Invaders on Saturday May 29th. One on one, tug-of-war style truck pulls return to Waynesfield on Friday, May 14th, as the 4th Annual Tug of War Truck Pull takes place in the infield. Come watch some of the areas toughest trucks battle for supremacy, or sign up to see how your truck measures up.

The All Star Circuit of Champions will take to the high banks of Waynesfield on Wednesday June 26th as part of the 28th Annual Ohio Sprint Speedweek. Stevie Smith conquered all during last year's Speedweek stop at WRP. Greg “Wildman” Wilson, “The Steel City Outlaw” Tim Shaffer, and all of the cars and stars of the All Stars will be at the top of their game as they look to dominate the Buckeye State in 2010.

July will see the Mini-Modifieds invade WRP for the first time ever in a 2 day show on Friday July 9th and Saturday July 10th. Both nights will see 5 classes of racing action as the MMSA Mini Sprints, 4 cylinder Tuff Trucks, and Compacts will compete both nights, with UMP Modifieds rounding out Friday night, and the Non Wing Sprints rounding out the racing action on Saturday.

August 7th will see the 2nd Annual Jack Hewitt Classic featuring the Non Wing Sprint Cars. This was one of the most exciting races in 2009 with Matt Westfall of Pleasant Hill, Ohio holding off a daring Jon Stanbrough slide job on the last lap to pick up the trophy for the race honoring Troy, Ohio racing legend Jack Hewitt.

UMP Modified teams and fans will want to be at Waynesfield Raceway Park on Friday September 17th and Saturday September 18th as track promoter Dean Miracle and race promoter Tom Wieck bring the 10th Annual Big Dawg 100 to WRP. Friday's show will feature the Bear Wieck Memorial for the UMP Modifieds while Saturday will see the UMP Mods battle it out in the Big Dawg 100, which has become one of the biggest UMP Modified shows in the country.

October offers a full month of Autumn racing action with the 360s, UMP Modifieds, Compacts and Tuff Trucks on Sunday October 3rd, and Non Wing Sprints, 1000cc Mini Sprints, Compacts, and Tuff Trucks on Sunday October 10th. The 2nd Annual “Screaming in the Dirt” for go-karts takes place on both the 1/3 mile oval and 1/5 mile oval on Friday October 22nd - Saturday October 23rd. Friday October 22nd will be open practice for this event for both tracks, and the rain date will be Sunday October 24th. Waynesfield Raceway Park will wind down the 2010 season the same way it opens, with a 2 day show. “Halloween Havoc” Will take place on Saturday October 30th featuring Non Wing Sprints, 1000cc Mini-Sprints, Compacts, and 4cyl Tuff Trucks; and Sunday October 31st featuring UMP Late Models, UMP Modifieds, Compacts and 4 Cylinder Tuff Trucks. Additional shows may be added in November, weather permitting.

In addition to the scheduled Test and Tune dates in April, Waynesfield Raceway Park plans to allow open practice for all dirt cars on Tuesdays throughout the 2010 season. Contact the track office at (419)425-3929, or (419)306-1499 for more details.

A printable version of the full schedule is available at www.waynesfieldmotorsportspark.com. Details for events will be added as they become available. You can also keep up on all of the latest news at WRP by visiting our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Waynesfield.Raceway.Park

It's Finally Time For The INDY CIRCLE TRACK EXPO 10!

It's time for the off-season tradition: The Indy Circle Track Expo 10, Swap Meet * Trade Show * Auction, January 30, 2010 @ the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, IN!

THE SHOW

It's one of the biggest shows of it's kind in the entire country, and by far the biggest show in the entire Midwest!! Over 400 booth spaces, with vendors from 13 different states (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin (and again, oddly enough, 2 with the name Arizona, but they're not from there):)! This Swap Meet, Trade Show, and Auction, will bring together local racers, professional racers, racing business's (manufacturers & dealers), race tracks, and sanctioning bodies all under 1 (well 2 actually) massive roof(s)! The 67,000 Sq. ft. Champions Pavilion was sold-out by the first week of January, as entries started coming in before the calendar turned to October!!.. This year's first entry, for the 2nd year in a row, was John Mahoney Photography! Congrats John! We'll have to buy you a Hot Dog, or something :)

THE VENDORS

Go here, and scroll down to third thread for complete list: http://www.indianaopenwheel.com/showthread.php?t=24300

Hurry! Limited Vendor Space is still Available in the Auction Hall!

Also, as was the case the last year, we will have some limited outdoor spots available in front of the building, which you can reserve online through our web site, or show up the day of the show. Note to potential Outdoor Vendors: You must un-load. No selling from trailers is allowed.

Vendors don't forget, you can now quickly register online by visiting our web site: www.shoestringracing.com

THE AUCTION

Last year's inaugural "Racers Auction" was a hit! So with the expected growth of this year's Auction, we will be moving it to a larger, more Auction friendly, and MUCH CLOSER building! The Auction will be within a 100 ft. of the main show building (The Champions Pav.), and be held in Hall A of the South Pavilion! This will make transferring between buildings much easier, and eliminate the need for a shuttle! Returning to the auction, will be a real pro in the Race Auction business, Tom Wieck!!!! Tom also has the best rates inthe business... We call them very "Racer Friendly Rates"! The "Racers Auction" is scheduled to start @ approx. 1:30. Also of note: The Auction is open to any and all who wish to consign, and for our vendors, there will be some "Last Ditch" consignment slots open for you as well!! Just in case you don't want to take something back home !!! Check out our web site for details, or go to: www.tomwieckauctions.com There is still a small amount of time to contact Tom for your last minute consignments!

THE FEUD

Last year's debut of the Beast Race Cars "Circle Track Feud" went down to the final question! But! There was controversy, as the winning team was said to be "Loaded" (in more ways than one)! This year, we eliminate the team concept, and go to every man for himself! PLUS!!! Each Celebrity Panelist will be playing for more than just bragging rights, they'll actually be playing for $500, which will then be donated to the charity of their choice!! The kings of historical knowledge on all things fast, will be returning!.. Indianapolis Motor Speedway Historian Donald Davidson and www.openwheeltimes.com Kevin Eckert will be tossing out the Questions & Points, in this battle for "mental" supremacy!! Also returning to help keep the train somewhat on the track, will be Jack Slash!!

This year's Feud is attempting to pit (no pun intended) the Legends vs. The Mechanics vs. Today's Heroes, in a racing trivia Cage Match ! As in years past, we will be utilizing some Legends of the sport, as well as some of today's heroes! We have been fortunate to have some of the finest in the business, grace our stage over the the years, and this year will be no different as Steve Chassey, Dave Darland, George Gamester, Tracy Hines, Don Kenyon, Johnny Parsons Jr., Casey Shuman, Steve "The Bopper" Stapp, and Bill Vukovich Jr. have all made commitments to The Feud!

You won't want to miss our second attempt at Game Show History!!! :) The Indy Circle Track Expo's, Beast Race Cars "Circle Track Feud" Presented by H.A.R.F will start at approx. 1:00pm. We sincerely want to thank Bob & Janice East for their continued support of our show, and their generou s contributions!!

MICRO SPRINT MEETING IV

If you race a Micro, or are thinking about it, you'll want to be at this meeting! Dwayne McIntire has once again worked hard to put together this year's panel, and for the fourth year in a row The Indy Circle Track Expo is proud to host this annual meeting for this, despite the name, HUGE segment of the racing world!!! The meeting will again be upstairs meeting room B at 12pm. Dave as gathered panelists to include: Representatives from POWRi, The Rumble Series, American Race Tire, Hoosier Race Tire, Bakersfield Raceway(Linton, IN), Coles County Speedway (Charleston, IL), Miami County Speedway(Peru, IN), and U.S. 24 Speedway (Logansport, IN)!

HAPPY HORSEPOWER III

This is getting more popular each year, so we're going to do it again! We're talking a great seminar for anyone trying to get the most out of your Engine and your Wallet! Dave Conn, owner and operator of J & D Performance Inc., and engine builder to the stars :).. Actually, he really is. Will be holding a free seminar to help even the most grizzled veteran racer, get the most out of their engine!! Or, Dave said to me, "save $1,000's through proper valve lash"! For those on a budget, and who isn't, this seminar will help you keep your engine investment in tip top shape for as long as possible!! Tuning tricks! Weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance suggestions! Ignition and Fuel system tips! Valve Train and Cylinder Head maintenance, care, and replacement!! Plus a Question & Answer session!!! You won't want to miss this informative and most importantly, cost effective seminar, by one of the top Eng ine Builders in the business!! The "Happy Horsepower" seminar w/Dave Conn, will take place in the upstairs meeting room "A" and will start at approx. 11:30am!! Don't miss out this very informative & helpful session w/Dave!!

THE FREE STUFF

Michael Jones from RockStar Paint was feeling in a generous mood one night, and thought it would be a good idea to give away a free paint job on some lucky racers helmet!!... We couldn't agree more!!! :) So with that, you now have yet another reason to come out to the biggest (and dare we say best) show in the Midwest!! Walk up to the RockStar Paint booth, check-out some of Michael's fine work, and put your name in the drawing for an awesome custom paint job on your helmet... FOR FREE!!!! That's a $400 value, that you won't want to pass-up!!! Check em' out at: www.rockstarpaint.com

THE PARTS CHECK

Also returning will be the very popular "Beast Parts Check Room" where you will have a secure place to drop your "goodies", so that you can continue to enjoy the day without having to haul them around or take them out to your vehicle!

BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY.... Really, Bring Em' Along!

There is PLENTY for them to do too!! : See em' here (4th thread down): http://www.indianaopenwheel.com/showthread.php?t=24300

It's a Tradition: Indy now has a Swap Meet/Trade Show/Auction BIG enough for "The Racing Capital of the World"!! Be sure you join us in the Champions Pavilion (and Hall A) for all the "wheelin', dealin', good times!!

Make your plans now to either vend or attend... You won't disappointed! The Indy Circle Track Expo 10 January 30, 2010 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. For further information go to: www.shoestringracing.com Any other questions, please call us: 317-381-9931

General admission $10 (under 12 free) Indy Fairgrounds Parking $3 Show opens to the public @ 8 A.M. Saturday January 30, 2010 Scheduled closing time is 4 P.M.. Circle Track Fued Scheduled to start at 1:00 P.M. Auction sheduled to start @ approx. open 1:30 P.M. * Line-up and scheduled times, subject to change

Thanks, and we look forward to seeing everyone there! Shoestring Racing

K-C Raceway/ AMRA Ready to unleash torried 2010 Season

K-C Debuts with AMRA Road Warrior Challenge April 10

By Scott Wolfe CHILLICOTHE, OHIO- Saturday, April 3 Jeff and Vicki Schrader's K-C Raceway will open the gates of their historic speed plant for the 57th anniversary season. The season will be kick-off with a $1,200 to win, $150 to start AMRA Road Warrior Challenge AMRA Modified Race along with AMRA Late Models and Hobby Stocks. This will also be the first night that K-C showcases its new purse structure for Late Models and 410 Sprint cars (410 sprints open their season under the Goodyear Tire rule April 17). This year the AMRA Late Models and 410 sprints will run for $1,500 to win and $250 to start. New gate prices will also greet K-C Raceway fans as the gate has been dropped to $12 for adult admission age 13-and-up, while Sr. Citizens can gain entry for $10 with Golden Buckeye Card or other state equivalent. Students 7-12 are $5 and under six free. Pits are $25 except for an increase for special events. Another new rule in line with many area tracks is that no coolers will be permitted at K-C Raceway this year. Also, season tickets are available at the following rates: Season tickets: General admission $275 Season tickets: Pit Pass $500 VIP Seating (Press Box) Pit pass included $600 Seat License (Your seat for the year) $40 License seat and that is your seat the whole season. Seats will be marked $40 per seat *Season will be defined as 16 regular shows and 5 big shows

Tentatively, the season will begin as follows April 10th-AMRA Road Warriors, Late Models & Hobby Stocks; April 17th regular show all 4 classes of 410 sprints, Advanced Services Modifieds under AMRA rules, AMRA Late Models, and Hobby Stocks; and April 24th All Star Late Models, Advanced Services Modifieds and Hobbies. Sept. 18 Monster trucks will be coming to K-C Raceway, featuring Iron Warrior, Avenger, and Brutus among others. K-C has also joined Fantasy Dirt Racing fantasy league racing. Fans can sign up at http://www.fantasydirtracing.com/K-C-Homepage.php or link there from the K-C website. For more information please call 740-663-4141 or visit the K-C website at << www.kc-raceway.com  K-C Raceway is located 12 miles South of Chillicothe, Ohio off SR 23, two miles out Blain Highway between Chillicothe, Ohio and Waverly, Ohio at Alma.

Fremont Speedway ready to kick off 59th season of racing

By Brian Liskai

FREMONT, Ohio - Will Brock Mayes be able to defend his 2009 Fremont Speedway championship in the 410 sprints? Who will step up to claim the 305 sprint title? Can Steve Endicott hold off the hard chargers for a second championship in the dirt trucks? Who will win the 2010 FAST Championship?

Those questions and more will play out at "The Track That Action Built" as it gets set to fire motors for the 59th season of racing in 2010.

The 20-race schedule kicks off on Saturday, April 17 on Pepsi Night with the Fort Ball Pizza Palace 410 sprints, Fremont Federal Credit Union 305 Sprints and Fremont Fence Dirt Trucks.

"When we sat down to begin planning the 2010 schedule, we listened to many of the suggestions from the fans and race teams and we think we've got a very diversified, entertaining program set up," said Fremont Speedway Co-Promoter Rich Farmer.

"The teams indicated they would appreciate a week off here and there and we have done that. There's a night off in June, another in July and our break in August for the fair," added Farmer.

Besides the always exciting 410 and 305 sprints and dirt trucks, for the first time, the Emods will compete at Fremont Speedway, on Kear's Speed Shop Night, May 29, and Fisher Performance Night, July 10.

"The fans said they wanted to see something a little different and we worked with Eldora and Limaland to come up with a couple of dates to bring the Emods in. I believe they will put on a great show," said Fremont Speedway Co-Promoter Andy James. "With the cooperation of Limaland, we're putting together a $1,000 bonus if the same driver can win there on Friday, May 28, and at Fremont the next night."

Also, the Eldora and Limaland stocks will battle the dirt trucks on two nights, Fort Ball Pizza Palace Night, April 24, and Burger King Night, Aug. 7.

The O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars will make four appearances at "The Track That Action Built" in 2010.

The first visit is on Kear's Speed Shop Night (rain date of Sunday, May 30) as the 305 sprints and Emods also compete.

Fremont Speedway will host the finale of the Ohio Sprint Speedweek with a huge $10,000 to win affair on Budweiser Night, June 26, with the 305 drivers getting to show off their talents without the top wings!

The All Stars will help Fremont Speedway put a wrap on the 2010 season with a double-header on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 17-18 (rain date for Saturday of Sunday, Sept. 19). All Pro Cylinder Heads Night and Ludwig Propane Night feature the third annual Jim Ford Classic.

"We're working with the Sandusky County Fair Board to once again allow free camping that weekend. This weekend has the potential to become a 'must-see' race in the nation," said Farmer.

Other highlights of the 2010 schedule include:

- The super late models of the American Late Model Series make a wheel-hiking appearance on Underground Utilities Night, May 8;

- The sprint car spectacular on JLH Construction Night, Aug. 14, featuring 410 sprints and the 305/360 sprint challenge;

- The 11th Annual 305 Sprint Invitational paying one of the biggest purses in the nation for that division on Burns Iron and Metal Night, Sunday, Sept. 5, with the 410 sprints also joining the card for the first time in the event's history;

- Jon Wright Custom Chrome Hall of Fame Induction Night, June 5. Ten individuals will be inducted into the Fremont Speedway Hall of Fame prior to the night's racing in the second annual event;

- Fan Appreciation Night Presented by Helms Excavating on May 22. Fans will pay only $10 admission to watch the 410 and 305 sprints and dirt trucks; and

- The 11 events of the Kistler Racing Products Fremont Attica Sprint Title (FAST) Championship series. There will be 11 events at Attica Raceway Park as well with a separate point system and fund to crown a 410 sprint champion..

Gates open every Saturday at 4 p.m. with racing slated to begin at 7 p.m. (times may vary on special events).

"Our loyal fans, teams and business partners continue to support us and allow Fremont Speedway to present the biggest weekly purse in Ohio dirt track racing...we are very humbled and thankful," concluded Farmer.

For more information and a complete schedule, log onto www.fremontohspeedway.com

2010 schedule:
April 17 - Pepsi Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks.
April 24 - Fort Ball Pizza Palace Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks and stocks
May 1 - Baumann Auto Group Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
May 8 - Underground Utilities Inc. Night, ALMS late models, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
May 15 - Roots Poultry Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
May 22 - Helms Excavating Fan Appreciation Night ($10 admission), 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
May 29 - Kear's Speed Shop Night (rain date May 30), O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, 305 sprints, Emods
June 5 - John Wright Custom Chrome Night, Hall of Fame Inductions, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
June 12 - Crown Battery Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
June 19 - No Racing
June 26 - Budweiser Presents the Ohio Sprint Speedweek Finale, O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, non-wing 305 sprints
July 3 - McDonald's Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
July 10 - Fisher Performance Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, Emods
July 17 - No Racing
July 24 - Beck Oil Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
July 31 - Kistler Engines Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
Aug. 7 - Burger King Night, 40 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks and stocks
Aug. 14 - JLH Construction Night, 410 sprints, 305/360 sprint challenge
Aug. 21 - No Racing - Fair week
Aug. 28 - No Racing - Fair week
Sept. 5 (Sunday) - Burns Iron and Metal Night, 11th Annual 305 Sprint Invitational, 410 sprints, dirt trucks
Sept. 11 - Kistler Racing Products Season Championship Night, 410 sprints, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
Sept. 17 (Friday) - All Pro Cylinder Heads Presents the Jim Ford Classic, O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, 305 sprints, dirt trucks
Sept. 18 - Ludwig Propane Presents the Jim Ford Classic, O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, 305 sprints.
Oct. 9 - TBA

Handy Racing Promotions Drivers of the Decade

By Troy Hennig and Gary Thomas

ROSEVILLE, CA (1-20-10) - It is with great privilege that we are proud to present our top ten winged sprint car drivers of the past decade for 410 and 360 sprints. The criteria for our list included wins and championships only. Our formula included a point system. A driver earned one point for a main event win, three points for a local championship, i.e. Chico or Placerville, and six points for a traveling championship, Civil War and King of California. While we admit there are great drivers all over the state of California this list represents the best of our drivers and series. Thank you to all the teams and drivers that have competed at HRP series and tracks and we look forward to a new decade of great racing. It is also of note that all of the wins were gathered from the website at http://www.openwheeltimes.com.

*Drivers of the Decade 410 Racing*

1. Tim Kaeding - Simply the best. He recorded 65 wins in the span of the past ten years. Three of those years he was predominantly on the road, so statistically speaking, those numbers could of even been better. 2001 was his best win output with eight wins at Chico and six on the King of California Series. He won the championship at Chico in 2001 and backed it up a year later with his only Golden State Championship. In 2004, he won eight times on the Golden State tour, a record until Tyler Walker won 9 races in 2009. Locally, he has won the Dave Bradway Jr., Mini Gold Cup and Gold Cup prelims. Consistently he has been a fan favorite over the years.

2. Brent Kaeding- Arguably the greatest driver in the history of California winged sprint car racing Brent Kaeding picked-up 48 main event wins during the decade and claimed a trio of Golden State Challenge King of California Series championships, in addition to winning the final Northern Auto Racing Club title in 2000. The Campbell veteran scored victory at the prestigious Mini Gold Cup in 2001 and was also a multiple-time winner of the Dave Bradway Jr. Memorial, the Pombo-Sargent Classic and the Chris & Brian Faria Memorial among others throughout the 10-year stretch. Kaeding also scored a podium on his prelim night and a fourth place finish during the finale of the Gold Cup Race of Champions in 2008.

3. Jonathan Allard- Throughout the decade Jonathan Allard tallied 42 victories in California and scored a pair of Golden State Challenge King of California Series titles, as well as the Silver Dollar Speedway 410 championship in 2002. He also won the Dave Bradway Jr. Memorial on four separate occasions and garnered back-to-back Dirt Cup triumphs in 2005-'06, as well as prelim victories at the Dirt Cup in '08 & '09. Other highlights for Allard included capturing a preliminary night main event win at the Gold Cup Race of Champions in '07 and a strong third place result during the final night of the Gold Cup in '08, in addition to a fourth place result in '09 at the event.

4. Sean Becker - The 2005 King of California and Silver Dollar Speedway champion has racked up 24 wins throughout the past decade. 2007 was his best win total with seven driving the Fisher/Main Motorsports #35. Becker started off the decade driving for Gary Perkins #23. Becker also drove consistently for the McMillen/Rolfe #10, Rod and Sandy Fauver #64, and Sperry Motorsports #51. "The Shark," won his first King of California main event in 2003 wit his biggest win probably coming in the form of the Dave Bradway Jr. memorial in 2006. The last two years Becker has been confined to the Civil War Series and Friday nights at Chico.

5. Andy Forsberg - The two-time Silver Dollar Speedway champion in 2006 and 2008, was runner up in the Golden State Series in 2004. His best win total came in '04 with five victories, three in the King of California series and two at Chico. Mainly known for his dominance in 360 racing, Forsberg has had an impact when it comes to 410 racing. The past season was the only year that Forsberg did not secure a 410 win. Forsberg won 18 times during the past decade, most of them in the family owned #92. For two seasons he piloted the Family Auto Service #98 on the King of California series.

6. Tyler Walker- Despite competing in just a couple of seasons in California during the decade Tyler Walker tallied 14 main event victories in 410 sprint car competition and claimed the 2009 Golden State Challenge King of California Series championship. During the '09 season Walker scored nine GSC wins to set an all-time single season win record with the series. Other highlights included picking-up the Chris & Brian Faria Memorial at Thunderbowl Raceway in 2008 & '09, as well as the inaugural Doug Fort Memorial in Santa Maria and the opening prelim night at the Dirt Cup in '09.

7. Jason Statler - The Big Guy was a consistent performer the past decade while mainly following the King of California Series. The highlight was his 2004 Golden State championship. He earned four wins that year and won the Dave Bradway Jr. The following year he won three times and captured the Mini Gold Cup and the Chris Faria Memorial. For most of the decade he sat inside the DF Rios Construction #00 but also had a brief stint piloting the McMillen/Rolfe #10. In all, Statler is credited with 13 wins.

8. Stephan Allard - The Chico driver has worked for everything he has achieved in racing. It can not be stated enough how well he did throughout the decade while never having a full time ride for more than three years at a time. He had 14 wins, but leads the category for driving for the most different car owners. He has driven for Skip Jones #1m, the Kumar #1k, the McMillen/Rolfe #10, Wright One #35, Tiner #83 and Williams #0. He also drove the Main Motorsports #35m, Key #86, and the Lee #4d along with a few other one or two night races. He won the Silver Dollar Speedway track championship in 2007 and he had a shot to win the Golden State title in 2005 before parting ways with the Kumar #1k.

9. Jason Meyers- Although running only the 2002 season full-time in California for the decade Jason Meyers won 15-main events in the state and had several highlights including winning the Mini Gold Cup twice in 2007-'08, as well as scoring a pair of preliminary night wins at the Gold Cup Race of Champions in '08 & '09. Other victories for Meyers included capturing the Tribute to Gary Patterson, the Chris & Brian Faria Memorial and a $10,000-to-win non-sanctioned event at the Bakersfield Speedway in '02. The Clovis driver also won a World of Outlaw feature at the Perris Auto Speedway in '04 and claimed the Cotton Classic at Kings Speedway in '06.

10. Steve Kent- One of California's all-time finest sprint car drivers retired after the 2006 season, but Fresno's Steve Kent still scored 13 victories during the decade and claimed big wins at a $10,000-to-win event at the Bakersfield Speedway in 2000 and also picked-up multiple victories at the Salute to Walter T Ross and the Tribute to Gary Patterson at Calistoga Speedway. Always a master of the Calistoga half-mile Kent tallied six wins at the track in the decade and won the final three Golden State Challenge Series starts of his career at the historic track. Other highlights for Kent included winning the 2001 Jim Raper Memorial Dirt Cup and also putting together a string of five straight podium finishes at the Dirt Cup from 2000-'04.

Point totals (1 point for win, 3 points local title, 6 six points traveling series) 1) Tim Kaeding 74 65 wins, Chico title 3 points, King title 6 points 2) Brent Kaeding 66 48 wins, 3 King titles 18 points 3) Jonathan Allard 54 42 wins, 2 king titles 12 points 4) Sean Becker 33 24 wins, Chico title 3 points, King title 6 points 5) Andy Forsberg 24 18 wins, 2 Chico titles 6 points 6) Tyler Walker 20 14 wins, 1 King title 6 points 7) Jason Statler 19 13 wins, 1 King title 6 points 8) Stephen Allard 17 14 wins, Chico title 3 points 9) Jason Meyers 15 15 wins 10) Steve Kent 13 13 wins

*Driver's of the Decade 360 Racing - Same Criteria as 410 Points*

1. Andy Forsberg - The Auburn driver completely dominated the decade when it came to local winged 360 racing. Forsberg won 38 times while earning four Civil War Tiles, 2000, '01, '06 and '07. He was also the 2000 Placerville Speedway track champ. Of his 38 wins, 11 of them were Civil War Main Event wins, the most of the decade. In 2006, he won 10 times between Placerville and Civil War. Add into the mix his two Chico titles driving a 410 and he collected seven Championships in 10 years.

2. David Robinson Jr. - "Powerfeed" was a force to be reckoned with in the early part of the decade. He won the Civil War Title in 2004 and back-to-back Placerville Titles in 2003 and '04. Most of his success came aboard the Family and Friend x1. Along the way he scored 21 wins, six of them being Civil War triumphs. Even more impressive was that at the start of the decade he was racing 410's for Mike Sala's #19. He was out of racing in 2006, '07 and '09. He was still the second best of the decade with our formula despite only racing for six of the ten years with the 360 series.

3. Sean Becker- One of the most notable Outlaw Kart racers of all-time in California Oroville's Sean Becker put together a strong decade in the 360 winged sprint car ranks bringing home a pair of Civil War Series titles, which included 11 total wins with the series, as well as a pair of weekly victories at the Placerville Speedway. Those two weekly wins at Placerville were major triumphs for Becker however, as they came in the $5,000-to-win Mark Forni Classic on back-to-back years in 2008-'09. Other highlights for Becker included winning the 2009 Pacific Sprint Cup and the Pacific Sprint Fall Nationals in 2009 at Silver Dollar Speedway.

4. Mike Henry- Always known as one of the toughest 360 drivers in the west Sacramento's Mike Henry won the Civil War Series title during back-to-back years in 2002-'03 and picked-up the Placerville Speedway championship in '02 as well. Henry scored four Civil War victories and five Placerville weekly victories throughout the decade.

5. Greg DeCaires - One of the most consistent racers in California, DeCaires started the first years of the decade racing without a wing. In 2002, DeCaires came back home in part with Lee Lindgren's #94 and the Kumar #1k. Greg scored 11 wins, three of them Civil War victories from 2002 to 2009. He scored two championships at Placerville Speedway in 2006 and '07. In 2005, he won his lone Civil War Title driving for John Taylor. These past two years he has teamed up with Mark Remund and drove the #39.

6. Colby Wiesz - The Colfax driver accumulated 17 wins during this past decade with seven of those being Civil War victories. Wiesz recently picked up back-to-back championships at Placerville Speedway driving for John Taylor. Outside of Taylor's car, Wiesz can usually be found in the family owned #21.

7. Roger Crockett- One of the strongest performers during the decade was Roger Crockett, who won a total of 22 main events split between Civil War and Placerville Speedway competition. Highlights for Crockett included claiming a pair of Pacific Sprint Cup wins at Silver Dollar Speedway and two Tribute to Al Hinds victories in Placerville. He also scored multiple preliminary night victories at the Pacific Sprint Fall Nationals and won the Silver Cup at Silver Dollar in 2009. The only thing keeping Crockett from a higher ranking is the fact that he did not claim a championship during the decade in California.

8. Billy Wallace - Grass Valley driver Billy Wallace had an amazing year in 2001. He won seven times that year on his way to the track championship, the second of his career. He has a total of 11 wins throughout the decade, four of them coming at Civil War events.

9. Joey Magaruh - During the mid 2000's, Joey Magaruh was as good as it gets in 360 racing. He won nine times between 2004, '05 and '06. In 2005 he was crowned the Placerville track champion. Three of his wins were during the Civil War Series. He has had his most success in his #47 along with the Flachman #55 and the Rick Williams #6

10. Kyle Hirst - Kyle Hirst is the second driver to make the top ten list without a championship. The Sacramento area racer Kyle Hirst claimed five Civil War wins and three victories in weekly competition at Placerville Speedway during the decade. Included in those triumphs are the $5,000-to-win Mark Forni Classic and in 2006 the $3,000-to-win Tribute to Al Hinds in '07 at Placerville. Other highlights in addition to those are a Pacific Sprint Cup win at Silver Dollar Speedway in 2008 and a pair of Pacific Sprint Fall Nationals prelim victories in '05 & '06.

Point totals (1 point for win, 3 points local title, 6 points traveling series) 1) Andy Forsberg 65 38 wins, 4 Civil War Titles, 1 Placerville 2) David Robinson Jr. 33 21 wins, 1 Civil War Title, 2 Placerville 3) Sean Becker 25 13 wins, 2 Civil War Titles 4) Mike Henry 24 9 wins, 2 Civil War Titles, 1 Placerville 5) Greg DeCaires 23 * 11 wins, 1 Civil War Title, 2 Placerville 6) Colby Wiesz 23 * 17 wins, 2 Placerville Title 7) Roger Crockett 22 22 wins 8) Billy Wallace 14 ** 11wins, 1 Placerville 9) Joey Magaruh 14 ** 11 wins, 1 Placerville 10) Kyle Hirst 8 wins * Tie Break #1 awarded to Greg DeCaries because of his Civil War Title ** Tie Break #2 awarded to Billy Wallace for more Civil War wins, 4 - 3. *** Tie Break importance went to championships, then civil war wins.

This article can also be found on http://www.goldenstatechallengeseries.com and http://www.civilwarsprints.com

Andy Gregg and Bret Ervin Racing ready for action-filled 2010 season

By Gary Thomas

Placerville, CA – January 23, 2010…After hooking up as a combination last year Placerville, California racer Andy Gregg and car owner Bret Ervin will return in the 2010 season once again picking and choosing where they go on a given weekend throughout the year, rather than focusing on points with any certain series.

Gregg is coming off one of the more successful seasons of his career with a number of strong performances across multiple series' and tracks and looks forward to kicking off the season in just about six weeks from now. "We had a pretty good season last year and it was nice to not run for points and just focus on having fun going where we wanted each weekend," he said. "We're pretty much going to do the same thing this year and hope to get some wins for Bret Ervin and this team."

The last few seasons have seen Gregg accomplish a number of firsts beginning in 2007 when he captured the first California Sprint Car Civil War Series victory of his career in May at Marysville and then backed it up with his second Civil War win in September at Petaluma. He also claimed the initial two wins of his career at his home track of Placerville Speedway in August of that same season. In 2008 Gregg then picked-up a huge victory at Silver Dollar Speedway in June as he held off two-time King of California Jonathan Allard to score his first ever 410 sprint car win.

This past season saw the 29-year-old competitor score a pair of third place efforts at Placerville Speedway in Golden State Challenge action, which marked his career best finishes with the traveling 410 series. In addition to those he also scored his best ever finish at the Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway in April by finishing fourth with the Golden State Challenge Series. Other highlights during the year for Gregg included a runner-up finish at the ASCS NW Region's season opener in Medford, Oregon; a career best finish of eighth at Chico's Pacific Sprint Fall Nationals in October; as well as a triumph at the Marysville Raceway Park in May, where he out-dueled multiple-time track champ Colby Wiesz for the win.

As the 2010 season approaches the schedule for Bret Ervin Racing will take the team up and down the left coast with the hope of also making the trip back for the 20th annual Knoxville Raceway 360 Nationals. To be able to do so the team is hoping to raise around $2,000 from now till that time to help Gregg fulfill a long-time goal of competing at the famed Marion County Fairgrounds half-mile dirt-oval. "Racing at Knoxville is always something I've wanted to do and I have to thank Bret for giving us the chance to possibly do so this year," said Gregg. "We are hoping to get a number of different business' or people to help chip in because any little bit will help get us to our goal and we already have some individuals who have committed to helping out so that's been pretty cool."

For anyone wanting to become a sponsor/marketing partner for the Knoxville trip please see Andy in the pits at the races or contact him at andy@gutsracing.com

Sponsors to begin the year on the Bret Ervin Racing No. 53 sprinter will include Seven Industries, Ervin Sales Group, Guts Racing Graphics, Borello Racing Engines, King Racing Products, Engler Machine, Brown & Miller Racing Solutions and GT Promotions.

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Proposed 2010 schedule for Andy Gregg and Bret Ervin Racing:

March 6- Marysville Raceway Park Open show

March 20- Placerville Speedway Civil War

April 17- Placerville Speedway point show

May 22- Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway Ocean Sprints presented by Taco Bravo

May 29 & 30- Grays Harbor Raceway ASCS Northwest Region

June 5- Marysville Raceway Park Mel Hall Memorial

June 19- American Valley Speedway Civil War

July 3 & 4- Cottage Grove Speedway ASCS Northwest Region

July 16- Ocean Speedway Civil War vs. Taco Bravo sprints

July 17- Placerville Speedway Mark Forni Classic

July 31- Placerville Speedway Tribute to Al Hinds

August 5, 6 & 7- Knoxville Raceway 360 Nationals

August 12, 13 & 14- Knoxville Raceway 410 Nationals (Andy's 16x car)

September 9- Silver Dollar Speedway Pacific Sprint Cup

September 17- Willamette Speedway ASCS Northwest Region

September 18- Cottage Grove Speedway ASCS Northwest Region

September 24- Ocean Speedway Civil War vs. Taco Bravo sprints

September 25- Placerville Speedway Civil War finale

October 2 & 3- Silver Dollar Speedway Pacific Sprint Fall Nationals

October 22 & 23- Tulare Thunderbowl 17th annual Trophy Cup

November 18, 19 & 20- USA Raceway Park ASCS National Western World Championships

November 26 & 27- Las Vegas Motor Speedway Dirt Track ASCS National finals

Spectacular Events Abound at Lone Star Speedway in 2010

Kilgore TX (1/23/10) by DarinShort.com. The long-awaited reopening of Lone Star Speedway (LSS) took place a year ago, after new owners Lisa and Sam Hafertepe gave the facility a much needed and massive makeover. Fans were treated to several great events throughout the season at the ultra-fast ½ mile high-banked clay oval.

2010 will be no different, as right out of the gate on Friday March 12th the return of the “Fastest Show on Dirt” will make its way back to LSS when the World of Outlaws Sprint Series stages its only scheduled visit of the season. Names of the likes of Steve and Kraig Kinser, Danny Lasoski, Donny Schatz, Craig Dollansky, Joey Saldana, Jason Meyers and son of LSS track owners Sam Hafertepe Jr., amongst many others, will take part in a full night of qualifying, heats, dash and feature race competition. This date was recently announced and support division(s) will be listed on the track website when that news becomes available.

Back for the first time in several years, the World of Outlaws Late Models make a triumphant return to LSS two weeks later on Saturday March 27th. Drivers such as 2009 series champion “Kid Rocket” Josh Richards, Steve Francis, Darrell Lanigan, Tim Fuller and Rick Eckert will all compete in a one night show, plus a host of others. Joining the WoO late models will be the only 2010 appearance of the exciting Winged Modifieds.

Next up, on Friday April 9th, the Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series tackles LSS with a full field of top-flight sprint cars. Fans can expect drivers such as Shane Stewart, Gary Wright, Jason Johnson and Travis Rilat. Joining the sprint cars will be the modifieds, limited modifieds and factory stocks; rounding out what will certainly be a huge night of racing.

Then, on Sunday May 30th, the stars and cars of the SUPR Late Model Series will make their return for another night of high-speed action during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. The modifieds, limited modifieds and factory stocks will also be on hand.

Saturday June 26th will mark the first ever visit of the Southern Thunder Sprints to Lone Star Speedway. Once again, fans will enjoy a diverse racing program with the modifieds, limited modifieds and factory stocks all taking part in the show.

Kicking off the Independence Day holiday weekend Friday July 2nd, will mark the second of three appearances for the SUPR Late Model Series. Another full slate of racing can be expected, as the modifieds, limited modifieds and factory stocks will race that evening.

Then the track will take a few weeks off during the “dog days of summer” only to return Saturday September 11th with an exciting double-header for the ASCS Lone Star Sprint Cars and the final SUPR Late Model Series event at LSS in 2010.

After an enormous success in 2009 at LSS, the Monster Truck Nationals will put on another high-flying, crunch-filled program on Saturday September 18th. You certainly won’t want to miss their return.

Wrapping up the 2010 racing calendar will be an inaugural 2-day event for the USMTS Southern Series for Modifieds on Friday and Saturday October 29th-30th. Joining them both nights will be the limited modifieds.

A pair of practice dates is also set on March 7th, from 3-8pm; and March 26th from 6-10pm.

More race dates are still in negotiation at this point, so make sure to visit www.LoneStarSpeedway.com for future updates. The 2010 schedule is also available for download and print on the track website. Also, you can find the latest in LSS news on your local racing forums throughout the 2010 racing season.

From everyone at “The Fastest ½ Mile Dirt Track in Texas,” have a safe and enjoyable racing season; we are looking forward to providing you with great racing action at affordable prices all year long.

Tampa Days Inn North Offers Racers & Fans The Opportunity To Help Defray Expenses As The 2010 East Bay Winter Nationals Expands

Along with the free hot breakfast, racers and fans will enjoy a special $45.00 (1-2 people) rate for 2010. This is a $4.00 decrease from the 2009 bargain rate. The significance of these lower rates will be greatly realized and appreciated over the new and expanded East Bay Winter National's . The races will now take place over a six week time period. The 2010 expanded East Bay Winter Nationals race schedule is as follows: UMP/EBRP Open Wheeled Modifieds-1-26 to 30-2010, Lucas Oil Dirt Late Models 2-1 to 6-2010, USAC Sprints 2-8 to10- 2010, All Star 410 Sprints 2-11 to 13-2010, Crate Late Models 2-18 to 20-2010, ASCS Sprints 2-25 to 27-2010, and UMP/NASRA Models3-3 to 6-2010.

By staying at Tampa Days Inn North during the expanded Winter Nationals both racers and fans will enjoy more than saving on their room cost. In addition to the free hot breakfast and reduced room cost, both racers and fans will enjoy the Olympic size pool; Cable TV with 3 HBO's, CFNN, ESPN, etc.; free wireless internet; free newspapers; guest laundry; hairdryers; in room safes; elevators; free use of computer in lobby; ATM; rig parking; and over 30 restaurants within 2 miles.

Also during the 2010 East Bay Winter Nationals the Tampa Days Inn North will be decorated both inside and out with race banners. Pictures of racers will again be displayed in the lobby 's victory lane.

To make reservations call (813) 977-1550 and ask for reservations. The Days Inn North offers easy access to the interstate and the track. Join us for a good time with a great bunch of racers

Consistency Is The Key for Tim O'Donnell

by BJ Cavin

As the few remaining days before the Ocala Speedway Winternationals count down, so does the anticipation of race fans from all over the country. Many will travel to Florida to be on hand this Friday and Saturday to witness the O'Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions, plus many more top sprint car teams from other series, gather at Florida's oldest speedway for two days of thundering action.

But while the All Stars are headlining the event, another group of dedicated sprint car racers is gearing up for their big event, known as the Winter Shootout. The Florida Mini Sprint Association will be hitting the track opposite the All Stars as part of the Winternationals events, and will thrill the out of town crowd with the same action packed racing that has entertained Florida fans for years. And leading the pack will be 2009 Florida Mini Sprint Champion, Tim O'Donnell.

Originally from Ohio, and coming from a background that included harness racing rather than the sort of horsepower featured at Ocala Speedway, O'Donnell began racing dirt bikes before discovering the thrill of racing on four wheels instead of two. But as O'Donnell puts it, when the bikes begin to beat you up, it is time to find something else, and in 1998 Tim O'Donnell began racing with the Florida Mini Sprints.

As the 2009 racing season got underway, O'Donnell set a goal of finishing every race and achieved it in grand fashion. Not only did he never score a DNF, but every finish was inside the top five with the exception of one sixth place finish. That consistency earned him the 2009 championship, and sets the bar very high as he prepares to race in the Winter Shootout at Ocala.

And while Tim O'Donnell was busy demonstrating consistency last year, his son, Brett, was doing something that his dad could not accomplish during the 2009 season. Brett O'Donnell managed to score a victory in his rookie season with the Florida Mini Sprints, and finished seventh in the final point standings, which earned him Rookie of the Year honors. Brett will begin his second season at Ocala, and would like nothing more than to beat his dad yet again.

When asked about appearing opposite the best in sprint car racing, Tim O'Donnell shrugs it off. After all, he is not racing against those guys, and as he sees it, their presence only matters in that the big wheeled, alcohol fueled powerhouses will provide the mini sprints with a very fast and smooth surface. Tim O'Donnell's team is focused on two nights of tough racing action versus the rest of the Florida Mini Sprints, but admits that he will probably watch the O'Reilly All Stars as much as he can.

So as the top teams in sprint car racing exit the track and go to work in their pit areas January 29th and 30th, Ocala Speedway's fans will be thrilled by Tim O'Donnell and the rest of the Florida Mini Sprint Association. Gates will open on Friday and Saturday at 5PM with racing at 8PM, and a complete schedule of events and prices can be found at www.OcalaSpeedway.com, listed under the 2010 schedule.

FARR CONTINUES BLISTERING PACE IN AUSTRALIAN SPRINT ACTION

McKENZIE, TN (Jan. 22) - Robbie Farr isn't giving up on his chase for the coveted Australian World Series Sprintcar championship. By continuing to win races behind the wheel of the Eastcoast Pipeline J&J, Farr is keeping the pressure on. Last weekend, Farr swept a pair of WSS races at Tyrepower Parramatta City Raceway near Sydney, and on Friday night, he captured the Kings Challenge feature victory at Borderline Speedway.

World Series Sprintcars Round 11 - Night 1- Tyrepower Parramatta City Raceway

Robbie Farr entered the Performance Wholesale World Series Sprintcars Round 11 on a mission and by the end of the night; everyone knew exactly what it was. Farr was dominant all night in the No. 7q Eastcoast Pipeline J&J. He set fast time and led all 20 laps on the rugged surface that challenged all comers.

World Series Sprintcars Round 11 - Night 2 - Tyrepower Parramatta City Raceway

Robbie Farr proved his versatility behind the wheel of a sprint car on consecutive nights at Tyrepower Parramatta City Raceway. One night after dominating the field on a heavy, rough surface, he showed his skills on a dry-slick track. Farr wheeled the No. 7q Eastcoast Pipeline J&J past American Jason Sides. Once in front, Farr continued to get faster posting the race's fastest lap midway through the 30-lap event.

KINGS Challenge - Borderline Speedway

For the third time in his career, Robbie Farr earned the Kings Challenge victory at Borderline Speedway. Farr raced the No. 7q Eastcoast Pipeline J&J from the second starting position to victory. He previously won the very competitive event in 2006 and 2008.

Farr qualified second in the field of 41 cars. He won the first heat race and charged from 11th to fifth in heat five. A second place finish in the Pole Shootout put him on the front row for the feature event.

Steve Lines raced David Challon's No. 45 HA Young.com/Camden Neon Signs sponsored J&J from 13th to a ninth place finish.

Matt Streeter scores top-10 finish on preliminary night and makes it to B-main during Saturday's finale at 24th annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals

By Gary Thomas

Tulsa, Oklahoma – January 22, 2010…Traveling to Tulsa, Oklahoma to compete in the prestigious Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals former Bay Cities Racing Association champion Matt Streeter and the MSR No. 14jr team proceeded to put together a solid overall performance that was highlighted by an eighth place finish during Tuesday's opening preliminary night.

Streeter was just one of a number of California drivers who invaded the Tulsa QuickTrip Center for the Chili Bowl and the veteran driver was pleased with the effort as it marked his career best outing at the event, which saw a total of 256 entrants in competition throughout the week. "It felt real good to come out and get a top-10 on our prelim night and we couldn't be happier with that because this is the toughest event we go to each year," Streeter said. "I really have to thank all of our sponsors and supporters because without them we wouldn't be able to come back here so I definitely appreciate them all."

Drivers were split into four qualifying nights and it didn't take Streeter long to hit the track as he was part of Tuesday's opening Warren Cat Qualifier. Competing in the sixth of eight heat races he showed speed right from the get-go as he charged to the lead and never looked back to bring home the victory over fellow Golden State drivers Keith Bloom Jr., Colby Copeland and Shannon McQueen in what was a very "California flavored" heat.

After heats the field was then re-aligned into C-mains and qualifier races and with Streeter's point total from the heat races he found himself in the opening A-qualifier, where he would tally a third place result behind pavement ace Billy Wease and eventual main event winner Zach Daum. Following the qualifiers the Tracy, CA driver had earned the 12th most points up till that part of the night and it gave the Delta Demolition, S&S Automotive, T&T Trucking No. 14jr an outside row six starting spot in the feature.

For much of the night during Tuesday's preliminary the track surface had remained extremely quick and narrow, which made passing opportunities tough to come by. However, by main event time it had widened out and slicked-off to create some fantastic side-by-side racing all over the one-fifth mile clay oval for the 25-lap contest. Starting from 12th Streeter battled right around the 10th spot for much of the feature and at the checkered flag brought the Olmstead Auto Racing, Spike/S&S Chevy home with an eighth place finish. "The track got really good for the main event so that made it a lot of fun and hopefully the fans got a good show," Streeter commented.

After three more preliminary nights took to the QuickTrip Center everyone returned for Saturday's Rockstar Energy Drink Championship Night, which kicked off with a K-main at noon local time. Streeter though