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TULSA, Okla. (December 17, 2014) - Construction of the Tulsa Expo Raceway is underway with the 30th annual Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout just over two weeks away. Happening December 31, 2014 through January 3, 2015, the entry list has grown to over 800 in the last week.
A marque event for rising stars, the race that gave birth to the Chili Bowl has become a vital test session for several Golden Driller Hopefuls.
Among the drivers who will pull double duty is Cory Kruseman. Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Midget Nationals Champion in 2004 and 2000, the California non-wing ace will take part in Non-Winged Outlaw competition. Cory will be joined by another Chili Bowl Champion as Kevin Swindell will compete in Non-Winged and Winged Outlaw as well as A-Class Winged and Non-Winged. The four time winner of the Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals is also a two-time winner of the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout, having topped Go Karts in 2001 and 2002.
Of the 457 drivers that currently make up the 824 entries, the list of drivers using the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout stands at 34, including 2014 Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout star, Frank Flud. Picking up a pair of Golden Drillers in Outlaw Winged and A-Class Non-Winged competition, Flud's Chili Bowl ride will be with Hard 8 Racing. Outlaw Non-Winged 2014 winner, Steven Shebester and ECOtec Midget champion; Blake Hahn are also scheduled to take part in both events.
All pre-entries will come to a close on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. Anyone wishing to enter after that must do so during the check-in process at the River Spirit Expo Center on Tuesday, December 30, 2014.
A complete list of entries can be found online at http://www.tulsashootout.com/profile/schedule/results.aspx?r=62001&rt=sch.
Classes are updated as often as possible.
The 30th annual Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout begins on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 and lasts until Saturday, January 3, 2015. Move-in and registration for the indoor event in Tuesday, December 30, 2014.
Classes for the 30th running of the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout include:
• Winged Outlaw
• Non-Winged Outlaw
• ECOtec Midgets
• 1,200cc Mini Sprints
• Restricted "A" Class
• "A" Class Winged
• "A" Class Non-Winged
• Junior Sprints
To enter by phone, contact Ashleigh Ward at 918-838-3777. Please note, any team wanting to pay for Pit Passes with a check must be pre-approved by the Tulsa Shootout office. Call the office at 918-838-3777 for approval.
For complete rules and information, log onto http://www.tulsashootout.com.
Entries Per Class:
"A" Class Non-Wing: 178
"A" Class Winged: 167
Non-Wing Outlaw: 173
Winged Outlaw: 149
Restricted "A" Class: 75
Junior Sprints: 45
1,200cc Mini Sprints: 20
ECOtec Midgets: 17
Quick Notes:
Event: 30th annual Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout
When: December 31, 2014 through January 3, 2015
Where: Tulsa Expo Raceway - 4145 East 21st Tulsa, OK 74114
Pre Entry Cutoff: December 24, 2014
Send Entries to: Attn: Ashleigh Ward
Mail: Tulsa Shootout 1141 S. 83rd East Ave. Tulsa, OK 74112
Phone: 918-838-3777
Fax: 918-836-5517
Online: http://www.tulsashootout.com
Rules for the represented classes can be found at http://www.tulsashootout.com/classes/default.aspx.
Tentative Schedule:
Each racing vehicle (NOT ENTRY) is allowed one 9'x10' space only. Multiple vehicles may combine spaces to leave trailer inside the complex. All times below may vary depending on vehicle count.
Tuesday, December 30, 2014 - Sign-In Day!
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM..................................Parking
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM.................................Sign-In All Classes
Wednesday, December 31, 2014 - Practice All Classes & Non Wing Outlaw & 'A' Class Heats!
8:00 AM............................................................Gates Open & Sign-In
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM..........................................Practice
5:00 PM............................................................Grandstands Open
6:30 PM............................................................Heat Races
Driver/Non-Driver Friday Pit Pass $30
Adults $15.00 | Children FREE When Accompanied by an Adult
All TIMES MAY VARY DUE TO VEHICLE COUNT!!!
Thursday, January 1, 2015 - Heat Races & Qualifiers!
8:00 AM............................................................Gates Open & Sign In
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM...........................................Heat Races
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM............................................Grandstands Open
Driver/Non-Driver Saturday Pit Pass $30
Adults $15.00 | Children FREE When Accompanied by an Adult
All TIMES MAY VARY DUE TO VEHICLE COUNT!!!
Friday January 2, 2015 - Heat Races & Qualifiers!
8:00 AM............................................................Gates Open & Sign In
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM..........................................Heat Races
9:00 am........................................................Grandstands Opens
Driver/Non-Driver Saturday Pit Pass $30
Adults $15.00 | Children FREE When Accompanied by an Adult
All TIMES MAY VARY DUE TO VEHICLE COUNT!!!
Saturday January 3, 2015 - Non-Qualifiers & Features!
8:00 AM......................................................Gates Open
9:00 am........................................................Grandstands Opens
9:00 am........................................................Non-Qualifier Races
6:00 pm........................................................Opening Ceremonies
Features will follow Opening Ceremonies!
Driver/Non-Driver Saturday Pit Pass $40
Drivers Saturday Pit Pass included in Entry Fee
Adults $20.00 | Children FREE When Accompanied by an Adult
All TIMES MAY VARY DUE TO VEHICLE COUNT!
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Speedway Motors is the title sponsor of the Tulsa Shootout. Founded in 1952 by "Speedy" Bill Smith - a racer and street rodder himself - Speedway Motors has grown from a one-man operation to become the world's largest manufacturer, distributor and retailer of street rod and racing products. Our industry-leading fast delivery is the result of same-day shipping from our state-of-the-art, centrally located 500,000 sq. ft. headquarters. Speedway Motors size offers customers unmatched product selection and low pricing, while our excellent technical support and customer service have made us a recognized leader in the rodding and racing industries. Find out more at www.speedwaymotors.com.
For more information about the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout log onto www.tulsashootout.com. The Tulsa Shootout can also be found at Facebook as well as Twitter.
- Bryan Hulbert on Dec 17, 2014
- Article Date: 12/17/2014