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Jason Johnson earns fourth Lucas O

Jason Johnson earns fourth Lucas O...

11/10/2013
Bryan Hulbert - SOMERTON, Ariz. (November 9, 2013) The final night of competition for the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series presented by MAVTV American Real in 2013 was one for the record books as Jason Johnson completed the sweep of the four race Cocopah Cup Challenge to secure his fourth Lucas Oil ASCS National Title. A record in terms of a winner’s pay, the $5,000 bonus for the sweep brought Jason’s payday to $25,000 making the 2013 Season Finale the highest...more
Bryan Hulbert
  • Bryan Hulbert on Nov 10, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/10/2013
Tags: Jason Johnson, Cocopah Speedway, ASCS National
Teams honored at Lucas Oil ASCS Aw

Teams honored at Lucas Oil ASCS Aw...

11/10/2013
Bryan Hulbert - SOMERTON, Ariz. (November 10, 2013) The season isn’t over until the checks and trophies are handed out, and $220,000 in checks and nearly $100,000 in contingences was given out to the drivers with the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series presented by MAVTV American Real at the Cocopah Resort and Casino on Sunday, November 10. Taking the lions share at $60,000 Jason Johnson was honored as the 2013 Lucas Oil ASCS National Champion. His fourth title in six...more
Bryan Hulbert
  • Bryan Hulbert on Nov 10, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/10/2013
Tags: Jason Johnson, ASCS National, Winged Sprints
Bruce Jr. Finishes Fifth in Lucas

Bruce Jr. Finishes Fifth in Lucas...

11/10/2013
(Photo by Hulbert Photography) Inside Line Promotions – SOMERTON, Ariz. (Nov. 10, 2013) – Although a mechanical failure eliminated him from contention for the $20,000 prize during the season finale on Saturday night, Tony Bruce Jr. isn’t going to hang his head. After leading the first nine laps during the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour finale at Cocopah Speedway, Bruce Jr. was doomed by a failing engine and he ultimately pulled to the infield with 10 laps remaining while...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 10, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/10/2013
Tags: Tony Bruce, Cocopah Speedway, ASCS National
Vaportrail Clothing Announces Bill

Vaportrail Clothing Announces Bill...

11/7/2013
Inside Line Promotions – LAKE STEVENS, Wash. (Nov. 7, 2013) – Vaportrail Clothing is excited to announce that sprint car champion Bill Balog has been named the newest Vaportrail Athlete. Balog, who hails from Brookfield, Wis., recently claimed his sixth straight IRA championship. Balog has also recorded 17 feature victories this season. “Bill Balog is fairly underrated because you seem him every year on the sprint car wins list and he’s always in the top percentage,”...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/7/2013
Tags: Bill Balog, Winged Sprints, Vaportrail Clothing
Mark Burch Motorsports and Lasoski

Mark Burch Motorsports and Lasoski...

11/7/2013
(Photo by IBRACN Photos) Inside Line Promotions – LINCOLN, Neb. (Nov. 7, 2013) – It was yet another spectacular season for Mark Burch Motorsports and pilot Danny Lasoski. The team achieved seven feature victories, 13 podium finishes, 15 top fives and 20 top 10s in 27 races this season. “The consistency, knowing whenever I hopped in Mark’s car no matter where we showed up we were a pain the (butt) to everyone there,” Lasoski said was the reason for the success. “I knew...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/7/2013
Tags: Danny Lasoski, Mark Burch Motorsports, Winged Sprints
Van Dam Solid in Double Duty Debut

Van Dam Solid in Double Duty Debut...

11/6/2013
(Photo by Steve Curtis) Inside Line Promotions – STOCKTON, Calif. (Nov. 6, 2013) – Henry Van Dam is more than content with his first visit to Stockton 99 Dirt Track. Van Dam and his team pulled double duty last Saturday by competing with the King of the West 410 Sprint Car Series as well as the 360 class at the 3/8-mile oval during the Tribute to Gary Patterson. “I think the track has some pretty good potential,” he said. “It was pretty heavy all night so it was tough...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/6/2013
Tags: Henry VanDam, Winged Sprints
Scelzi Rebounds to Place 13th in K

Scelzi Rebounds to Place 13th in K...

11/6/2013
(Photo by Paul Gould) Inside Line Promotions – STOCKTON, Calif. (Nov. 6, 2013) – Dominic Scelzi wrapped up the winged portion of his season last Saturday with a nice discovery. During the King of the West 410 Sprint Car Series season finale Tribute to Gary Patterson at Stockton 99 Dirt Track, Scelzi and his team found the source of an issue that has plagued the team. “Our shock mounts are in the wrong spot,” he said. “Finally we were able to figure out the problem. Now...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/6/2013
Tags: Dominic Scelzi, Winged Sprints
Marks to Make Debut at The Dirt Tr

Marks to Make Debut at The Dirt Tr...

11/6/2013
(Photo by Rick Rarer) Inside Line Promotions – MYERSTOWN, Pa. (Nov. 6, 2013) – Brent Marks is embarking on his final road trip of the season this weekend when he tackles The Dirt Track at Charlotte for the first time in his career. Marks is headed to Concord, N.C., for the 7th annual World Finals with the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series at the unique, 4/10-mile track Thursday through Saturday. “We’re very excited,” he said. “The whole team is excited to get...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/6/2013
Tags: Brent Marks, Winged Sprints
Baughman Ends Season With Violent

Baughman Ends Season With Violent...

11/5/2013
(Photo by Thriller Photography) Inside Line Promotions – EL PASO, Texas (Nov. 5, 2013) – It certainly wasn’t the way Josh Baughman wanted to end his season. Baughman wrapped up his year last Friday at El Paso Speedway Park with a violent flip on the opening lap of the feature. The crash destroyed his race car and knocked him out in the process. “That was by far the worst one I’ve been in and I’ve been in a few crashes this season and last year,” he said. “That ended...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/5/2013
Tags: Josh Baughman, Winged Sprints
Forler Rallies From B Mains to Top

Forler Rallies From B Mains to Top...

11/5/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – LAS CRUCES, N.M. (Nov. 5, 2013) – Logan Forler’s two nights of action with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour last weekend mirrored each other. Forler opened each night being bit by a high pill draw, which started him on the third row or further in his heat race on the ultra-fast El Paso Speedway Park in El Paso, Texas, on Friday and at Southern New Mexico Speedway on Saturday. “It was just really hard to pass in the heat...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/5/2013
Tags: Logan Forler, Winged Sprints
Dover Had His Best Career Season W

Dover Had His Best Career Season W...

11/5/2013
(Photo by Joe Orth) Inside Line Promotions – SPRINGFIELD, Neb. (Nov. 5, 2013) – Jack Dover set an extremely high goal to kick off the season. He aimed for 20 feature wins and without some bad luck and questionable officiating calls, Dover would have hit that mark for the first time in his career. “I think it’s the best year I’ve had since I’ve been in a big sprint car,” he said. “We had some stupid luck that cost us some wins. Other than that we were always up front...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/5/2013
Tags: Jack Dover, Winged Sprints
Brandon Hahn Caps Weekend with Top

Brandon Hahn Caps Weekend with Top...

11/5/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – LAS CRUCES, N.M. (Nov. 5, 2013) – Last weekend featured two drastically different nights for Brandon Hahn with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour. Hahn kicked off the weekend on Friday at El Paso Speedway Park in El Paso, Texas, by dropping from fourth to fifth place in his heat race. That sent him to the B Main, which transferred the top six to the main event. “I kinda got slid on the first corner,” he said of his heat...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/5/2013
Tags: Brandon Hahn, Winged Sprints
Big Game Motorsports Concludes Sea

Big Game Motorsports Concludes Sea...

11/5/2013
(Photo by John Fletcher) Inside Line Promotions – CONCORD, N.C. (Nov. 5, 2013) – Big Game Motorsports teammates Sammy Swindell and Craig Dollansky are looking to push the win column to double digits as the season ends this weekend. The duo has combined for nine World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series feature victories entering the 7th annual World Finals Thursday through Saturday at The Dirt Track at Charlotte, which will be taped for a delayed television broadcast by...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/5/2013
Tags: Sammy Swindell, Craig Dollansky, Winged Sprints
Hagar Garners First Career USCS Ou

Hagar Garners First Career USCS Ou...

11/4/2013
Inside Line Promotions – WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (Nov. 4, 2013) – Derek Hagar is a national championship winning driver. Hagar secured his first career national title and his second championship of the year last weekend with a pair of top 10s during USCS action at Riverside International Speedway. “I’m pretty excited about that,” he said. “It would have been cool to win all three of them, but the national is what everybody looks at. It made the year exciting and...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/4/2013
Tags: Derek Hagar, Winged Sprints
Wood Sets His Sight on Season Fina

Wood Sets His Sight on Season Fina...

11/4/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – LAS CRUCES, N.M. (Nov. 4, 2013) – The season is slated to end this weekend for Cole Wood, who will invade Cocopah Speedway with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour. The 3/8-mile track in Somerton, Ariz., hosts Rounds 3 and 4 of the Cocopah Cup Challenge on Friday and Saturday, which is capped by a $20,000-to-win feature. Wood has already wrapped up the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour Rookie of the Year title and ninth place...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/4/2013
Tags: Cole Wood, Winged Sprints
Hafertepe Jr. Seeking Fourth Strai

Hafertepe Jr. Seeking Fourth Strai...

11/4/2013
(Photo by DB3 Imaging) Inside Line Promotions – SUNNYVALE, Texas (Nov. 4, 2013) – Sam Hafertepe Jr. is gearing up for the final event of his season with a mission targeting consistency. Hafertepe Jr. is tackling the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series 7th annual World Finals this Thursday through Saturday at The Dirt Track at Charlotte in Concord, N.C. “Our expectation when you go to that race is make both events,” he said. “The goal is to be consistent for both...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/4/2013
Tags: Sam Hafertepe, Winged Sprints
Bruce Jr. Charges from 23rd to Six

Bruce Jr. Charges from 23rd to Six...

11/3/2013
Inside Line Promotions – LAS CRUCES, N.M. (Nov. 3, 2013) – The silver lining from last weekend was that Tony Bruce Jr. had a very fast race car. Unfortunately, luck was missing and Bruce Jr. was forced to use a pair of provisionals to advance to the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour features on Friday at El Paso Speedway Park in El Paso, Texas, and on Saturday at Southern New Mexico Speedway. “It sucks because we had to use two provisionals to get into the show,” he said....more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/3/2013
Tags: Tony Bruce, Winged Sprints
Mark Burch Motorsports and Lasoski

Mark Burch Motorsports and Lasoski...

11/3/2013
(Photo by Joe Orth) Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Nov. 3, 2013) – Mark Burch Motorsports and Danny Lasoski capped the year by picking up the team’s seventh victory of the season last weekend at I-30 Speedway. Lasoski powered the car to the win during the inaugural Short Track Nationals Open on Wednesday at the bullring, which kicked off the 26th annual Short Track Nationals with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour. “We got down there and they had probably...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/3/2013
Tags: Danny Lasoski, Mark Burch Motorsports, Winged Sprints
Marks Rallies for 56th Top 10 of t

Marks Rallies for 56th Top 10 of t...

10/30/2013
Inside Line Promotions – MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (Oct. 30, 2013) – Brent Marks took advantage of a light weekend to post another top 10. Marks advanced from 11th to a seventh-place result on Friday at Williams Grove Speedway during the features-only event. “All we had was features and of course we drew the worst pill we could draw,” he said. “Being third in points and with (Fred) Rahmer not racing that put us second in points. It made the job a lot harder.” The inversion...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/30/2013
Tags: Brent Marks, Winged Sprints
Dover Ends Season on Sour Note at

Dover Ends Season on Sour Note at...

10/29/2013
(Photo by Joe Orth) Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Oct. 29, 2013) – Jack Dover didn’t end his season on the note that he hoped. A year after winning a preliminary night at the prestigious Short Track Nationals, Dover was unable to advance to the main event last weekend at the 26th annual COMP Cams Short Track Nationals Presented by Hoosier Tires at I-30 Speedway. “Short Track Nationals wasn’t very good to us,” he said. “I wish our finish at Short Track...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/29/2013
Tags: Jack Dover, Winged Sprints
Baughman Learned Valuable Lessons

Baughman Learned Valuable Lessons...

10/29/2013
(Photo by Pole Position Photo) Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Oct. 29, 2013) – Josh Baughman admits that his program is in the learning stages as the 2013 season is ending. “Every time we are on the track we are learning something,” he said. “That’s what we’re doing now in our whole program.” Last weekend was the latest example with several lessons learned during the 26th annual COMP Cams Short Track Nationals Presented by Hoosier Tires at I-30...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/29/2013
Tags: Josh Baughman, Winged Sprints
Blake Hahn Ends Short Track Nation

Blake Hahn Ends Short Track Nation...

10/29/2013
(Photo by Mike Howard Photos) Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Oct. 29, 2013) – Blake Hahn’s Short Track Nationals experience started off on a high note before it was doomed in the draw. Hahn charged from seventh to third place during his heat race last Wednesday in the inaugural Short Track Nationals Open at I-30 Speedway. However, his night ended early in the feature when he jumped the cushion and nearly flipped exiting turn two. “That first Wednesday...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/29/2013
Tags: Blake Hahn, Winged Sprints
Wood Excited to Head West With Luc

Wood Excited to Head West With Luc...

10/29/2013
Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Oct. 29, 2013) – After a difficult weekend at the Short Track Nationals, Cole Wood is more than ready to climb back into his sprint car to erase the sour taste. Wood is slated to compete with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour on Friday at El Paso Speedway Park in El Paso, Texas, and on Saturday at Southern New Mexico Speedway in Las Cruces, N.M. It will mark only his second visit to both tracks. “I remember last year we did...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/29/2013
Tags: Cole Wood, Winged Sprints
Hagar Ties Career-Best Finish at 2

Hagar Ties Career-Best Finish at 2...

10/28/2013
Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Oct. 28, 2013) – Derek Hagar added a couple more top 10s and tied his career-best finish at the Short Track Nationals last weekend. After placing 10th in both the inaugural Short Track Nationals Open on Wednesday and during his preliminary night at the 26th annual COMP Cams Short Track Nationals Presented by Hoosier Tires on Thursday, Hagar tied a career-best result of 14th place on Saturday at the $15,000-to-win Lucas Oil...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/28/2013
Tags: Derek Hagar, Winged Sprints
Hafertepe Jr. Ends Short Track Nat

Hafertepe Jr. Ends Short Track Nat...

10/28/2013
Inside Line Promotions – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Oct. 28, 2013) – Everything started to come together for another solid Short Track Nationals appearance by Sam Hafertepe Jr. until a competitor got overzealous. Hafertepe Jr. was in a transfer position during a B Main on Saturday at the 26th annual COMP Cams Short Track Nationals Presented by Hoosier Tires at I-30 Speedway when another driver ran into him on a restart, spinning Hafertepe Jr. out in turns one and two. “We...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 10/28/2013
Tags: Sam Hafertepe, Winged Sprints
Schatz Drives to 23rd World of Out

Schatz Drives to 23rd World of Out...

11/11/2013
Tony Stewart Racing star becomes winningest driver in The Dirt Track at Charlotte history CONCORD, N.C. - Nov. 8, 2013 - Donny Schatz knows what it takes to win a World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series championship and he's not going to make it easy on Daryn Pittman, who's trying to win his first crown. Schatz, a five-time champ, worked past Brian Brown on Friday night at the World of Outlaws World Finals at The Dirt Track at Charlotte to win for the 23rd time this...more
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  • Admin Account on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Donny Schatz, The Dirt Track at Charlotte, World of Outlaws
Pittman Wins 2013 World of Outlaws

Pittman Wins 2013 World of Outlaws...

11/11/2013
In front of sold out stands, McMahan charges to his fourth victory in season finale CONCORD, N.C. - Nov. 9, 2013 - Daryn Pittman did what he needed to do on Saturday night at the World of Outlaws World Finals at The Dirt Track at Charlotte to edge Donny Schatz for the 2013 World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series championship as Paul McMahan drove to victory for the fourth time this season. Pittman finished 12th in the season finale at the sold-out track in the heart of...more
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  • Admin Account on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Paul McMahan, Daryn Pittman, The Dirt Track at Charlotte
Kraig Kinser Finishes Fourth in Fi

Kraig Kinser Finishes Fourth in Fi...

11/11/2013
BLOOMINGTON, Ind.— Nov. 10, 2013— Wrapping up the season on a strong note is what every driver shoots for, as it generally helps the long months of the off-season go by a little faster. Kraig Kinser was able to turn in a very solid performance on the final night of the Seventh Annual World Finals for the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series at The Dirt Track at Charlotte on Saturday, Nov. 9, finishing fourth in the Bad Boys Buggies/Mesilla Valley...more
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  • Admin Account on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Kraig Kinser, World of Outlaws, 410 Sprints - Winged
David Gravel Charges through the F

David Gravel Charges through the F...

11/11/2013
WATERTOWN, Conn. — Nov. 10, 2013— Starting in the 24th position in the 30-lap finale of the World Finals for the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series on Saturday, Nov. 9, at The Dirt Track at Charlotte, David Gravel had his work cut out for him. He masterfully used all 30 laps to slice his way through the field, finishing sixth, earning the KSE Racing Products Hard Charger Award aboard his familiar No. 89 FMR Racing/JRC Transportation/Musco Fuel/Model Craft J&J with...more
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  • Admin Account on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: David Gravel, World of Outlaws, 410 Sprints - Winged
Haud 9th at World Finals

Haud 9th at World Finals

11/11/2013
PETERSEN MEDIA: Making his first start with Destiny Motorsports since announcing the 2014 combination, Jac Haudenschild scored finishes of 14th and ninth at the World Finals in Charlotte, NC over the weekend. “It was a good way for us to start out our relationship together,” Haudenschild said. With time trials for Friday and Saturday being held on Thursday night, ‘The Wild Child’ timed the Mondak Portables/Rick Rogers Construction/Speedmart backed entry in fifth...more
Petersen Media
  • Petersen Media on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Jac Haudenschild, 410 Sprints - Winged, Winged Sprints
Covington's 2013 Closes With Tough

Covington's 2013 Closes With Tough...

11/11/2013
Covington’s 2013 Closes With Tough Luck PETERSEN MEDIA- Taking on the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour at the Cocopah Speedway to close out his 2013 season, Matt Covington show some speed on both night’s of action, but bad luck got the best of him. “It was one of those weekends,” Covington said. “We were plenty fast both night’s but had some gremlins on both nights.” Kicking his season finale weekend off on Friday night, Covington lined his T&L Foundry/Triple X...more
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  • Petersen Media on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Matt Covington, Winged Sprints
Smith and Rob Warko Racing happy w

Smith and Rob Warko Racing happy w...

11/11/2013
For Immediate Release- 10-10-13 Smith and Rob Warko Racing happy with World Final performance of the #94 team! Photo Credit -Bob Armbruster Racing Photos. Akron, Ohio/ Charlotte NC-Ryan Smith headed to Charlotte with a lot to look forward to. A new team, a new car, a new owner, a new outlook and a bright new future. Taking that new car feel to one of the biggest STP-World of Outlaw races of the year may not have been the ideal shake down for a lot of drivers. Smith...more
Christy Cottrell
  • Christy Cottrell on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Ryan Smith, The Dirt Track at Charlotte, World Series Sprintcars
Wood Earns Lucas Oil ASCS National

Wood Earns Lucas Oil ASCS National...

11/11/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – SOMERTON, Ariz. (Nov. 11, 2013) – Mission accomplished. Cole Wood wrapped up his season last weekend with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour by finishing ninth in the championship standings and earning the Rookie of the Year Award. “At the beginning of the year that was our main goal and I was happy that we got to do that,” Wood said. “It will be great that I have that title to put in front of my name next year.” Wood...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Cole Wood, Winged Sprints
Scelzi To Pilot a Cory Kruseman No

Scelzi To Pilot a Cory Kruseman No...

11/11/2013
(Photo by Paul Gould) Inside Line Promotions – FRESNO, Calif. (Nov. 11, 2013) – Dominic Scelzi is set to make his debut in a nonwing 360 sprint car on Saturday. Scelzi will pilot a race car for Cory Kruseman during the season finale at Ventura Raceway in Ventura, Calif., which will mark his second time ever to the track and second time in a nonwing sprint car. “I want to thank Cory for giving me an opportunity on Saturday,” Scelzi said. “I’m just hoping to learn a lot....more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Dominic Scelzi, Winged Sprints
Rilat Caps Season with 9th-Place F

Rilat Caps Season with 9th-Place F...

11/11/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – SOMERTON, Ariz. (Nov. 11, 2013) – Travis Rilat wrapped up his season last weekend with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour at Cocopah Speedway. Rilat scored a pair of top 15s driving for Richard Saumure during the final two rounds of the Cocopah Cup Challenge, which concluded with a $20,000-to-win feature on Saturday. “It was all right,” he said. “It seemed like both nights we started out well and then backed up. Maybe it...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Travis Rilat, Winged Sprints
Hafertepe Jr. Charges to 8th-Place

Hafertepe Jr. Charges to 8th-Place...

11/11/2013
(Photo by DB3 Imaging) Inside Line Promotions – CONCORD, N.C. (Nov. 11, 2013) – Sam Hafertepe Jr. showcased his speed last weekend at the 7th annual World Finals. Hafertepe Jr. scored his 28th top 10 of the season on Friday at The Dirt Track at Charlotte to kick off the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series season finale, which was taped for a delayed television broadcast by CBS Sports Network. “I feel really good about our performance,” he said. “Obviously Saturday...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Sam Hafertepe, Winged Sprints
Hagar Wraps Up Breakout Season Wit

Hagar Wraps Up Breakout Season Wit...

11/11/2013
Inside Line Promotions – WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (Nov. 11, 2013) – Derek Hagar ended his career-best season with one of his most frustrating races. Hagar battled a heavy race track and handling issues Saturday night and he pulled into the pits prior to the midpoint of the feature at Riverside International Speedway. He was credited with a 16th-place result, which marked only his third finish outside of the top 10 all season. “It wasn’t the best weekend,” he said. “We fought...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Derek Hagar, Riverside International Speedway, Winged Sprints
Daryn Pittman and Kasey Kahne Raci

Daryn Pittman and Kasey Kahne Raci...

11/11/2013
Newly crowned series champ collects $150,000 plus crew receives new STP Team Championship trophy CONCORD, N.C. - Nov. 10, 2013 - After a realizing his dream of becoming a World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series champion on Saturday night, Daryn Pittman and his Kasey Kahne Racing team finally had the chance to celebrate on Sunday night during the "Night of Champions" Awards Banquet at the Great Wolf Lodge. Pittman, 35, is the ninth different driver in 36 seasons to win...more
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  • Admin Account on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Daryn Pittman, The Dirt Track at Charlotte, World of Outlaws
Brian Brown – Fast in Charlotte!

Brian Brown – Fast in Charlotte!

11/11/2013
(Bill W) November 11, 2013 – The Brian Brown Racing Casey’s General Stores/FVP #21 team was as fast as any sprint car team last weekend at the World Finals. The finale for the World of Outlaws took place at the Dirt Track in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Grain Valley, Missouri driver finished in the runner-up spot on Friday night before blowing a tire on the final lap and registering tenth in Saturday’s finale. Qualifying for the World Finals all takes place on...more
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  • Admin Account on Nov 11, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/11/2013
Tags: Brian Brown, Winged Sprints
Long Time Race car Owner Eldon Rho

Long Time Race car Owner Eldon Rho...

11/12/2013
It is another sad day in the racing community, a long time race car owner, long time friend, good all around guy , Eldon Rhoten passed away about 4 am this morning, Our condolences and prayers are with the Rhoten family at this hard time in their life. Rest in Peace Eldon
Dennis Parker
  • Dennis Parker on Nov 12, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/12/2013
Tags: Malvern Bank 360 Sprints, 360 Sprints - Winged, Winged Sprints
Big Game Motorsports Drivers Cap W

Big Game Motorsports Drivers Cap W...

11/12/2013
(Photo by John Fletcher) Inside Line Promotions – CONCORD, N.C. (Nov. 12, 2013) – Although Big Game Motorsports drivers Sammy Swindell and Craig Dollansky were unable to pick up a victory last weekend during the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series season finale at The Dirt Track at Charlotte, the 7th annual World Finals event was considered a success. “At least we came out of there with a lot of positives,” Swindell said. “It was more learning about stuff for next...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 12, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/12/2013
Tags: Sammy Swindell, Craig Dollansky, Winged Sprints
Baughman Looks Back on Learning Se

Baughman Looks Back on Learning Se...

11/12/2013
(Photo by Pole Position Photos) Inside Line Promotions – ODESSA, Texas (Nov. 12, 2013) – Josh Baughman used this season as a learning experience and he is bound to capitalize on the valuable lessons he gained during his first full season in a 360ci sprint car. “There were a bunch of highs and lows,” he said. “Mainly just being in the seat full time in my first full season in a 360 car was great. We had some good runs. I know we’re still learning a lot.” Baughman picked...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 12, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/12/2013
Tags: Josh Baughman, Winged Sprints
Brandon Hahn Ends Season 10th in L

Brandon Hahn Ends Season 10th in L...

11/12/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – SOMERTON, Ariz. (Nov. 12, 2013) – Brandon Hahn is pleased with the way he capped his inaugural season on the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour. Hahn made the main event both nights during the Cocopah Cup Challenge last weekend at Cocopah Speedway en route to his 10th-place result in the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour championship standings. “The overall weekend wasn’t bad,” he said. “All of our stuff is in one piece and we...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 12, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/12/2013
Tags: Brandon Hahn, Winged Sprints
Forler Finishes Second at Lucas Oi

Forler Finishes Second at Lucas Oi...

11/12/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – SOMERTON, Ariz. (Nov. 12, 2013) – Logan Forler wrapped up the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour season with a runner-up finish on Saturday at Cocopah Speedway. His 11th and second-place results, respectively, at the Cocopah Cup Challenge placed him a career-best sixth in the championship standings with the premier 360ci sprint car series. “I guess it went ok,” he said. “It was a little bit disappointing, but it was alright....more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 12, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/12/2013
Tags: Logan Forler, Winged Sprints
Van Dam Overcomes Vibration, Power

Van Dam Overcomes Vibration, Power...

11/12/2013
(Photo by Malcolm White) Inside Line Promotions – SOMERTON, Ariz. (Nov. 12, 2013) – An obnoxious vibration hampered Henry Van Dam during his final race weekend of the season. Van Dam got off to a rough start on Friday at Cocopah Speedway during the Cocopah Cup Challenge with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour. “I thought over the weekend we were not that great, but not that bad either,” he said. “On Friday night we fought a bad vibration and had a power steering gear let...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 12, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/12/2013
Tags: Henry VanDam, Winged Sprints
Perricone Ends Season on a High at

Perricone Ends Season on a High at...

11/13/2013
Jim posted his best qualifying time of 14.558 on Thursday night. Fridays show had Jim starting in Heat 2 with Donny Schatz and other tough hitters. However, at the start the motor did not pick up as expected and later with a 7th place in the D Main the team realized a $28 fuel filter had failed resulting in some disappointing results. Saturday brought some engine help and chassis set up assistance for the J&J Auto Racing 10P. Jim would go out again in Heat 2 with...more
Jim Perricone
  • Jim Perricone on Nov 13, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/13/2013
Tags: Jim Perricone, The Dirt Track at Charlotte, World of Outlaws
A note from Paula Rhoten

A note from Paula Rhoten

11/14/2013
I wanted to let you all know that Eldon passed away on 11/12/13. He got to be at home for his last days and that made him so happy. He was surrounded by family and his dogs and he could look out the window and enjoy the acreage he moved to when he retired to enjoy the outdoors. We will have a celebration of life for Eldon on December 1st in Syracuse Ne. at the Fifth Street meeting room which is downtown. We will hold a memorial service from 1:00 to 1:30 and then we...more
Dennis Parker
  • Dennis Parker on Nov 14, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/14/2013
Tags: Malvern Bank 360 Sprints, 360 Sprints - Winged, Winged Sprints
Marks Happy With Race Car, Dissati

Marks Happy With Race Car, Dissati...

11/14/2013
(Photo by Jeffrey Martz) Inside Line Promotions – CONCORD, N.C. (Nov. 14, 2013) – Brent Marks departed from his inaugural trip to the World Finals both happy and dissatisfied. “As far as our car performance I think I would rate that a B,” he said. “I was really happy with the way our car performed, but I was disappointed in myself. I had such a good car and wasn’t able to capitalize on it.” Competing at The Dirt Track at Charlotte against more than 50 drivers during...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 14, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/14/2013
Tags: Brent Marks, World of Outlaws, Winged Sprints
Scelzi Searching for Sprint Car Ra

Scelzi Searching for Sprint Car Ra...

11/15/2013
(Photo by Paul Gould) Inside Line Promotions – FRESNO, Calif. (Nov. 15, 2013) – One of the most talented young sprint car drivers in the country is in search of an opportunity to expand his sprint car résumé next season. In two quick seasons, Dominic Scelzi – the 16-year-old son of four-time NHRA champion Gary Scelzi – has captured a trio of 360ci feature victories against some of the top talent in the country. Dominic Scelzi also recorded his first career 410ci win in...more
Shawn Miller
  • Shawn Miller on Nov 15, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/15/2013
Tags: Dominic Scelzi, Winged Sprints
Sooner/Lone Star Regional Banquet

Sooner/Lone Star Regional Banquet...

11/15/2013
The American Bank of Oklahoma Sooner and Smiley’s Racing Products Lone Star Regional banquet has been set for Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Tulsa. Doors will open at 6:00 P.M. (CT). Matt Covington will be honored as the champion for both regions. The 2013 triumph marks the third time the Oklahoma driver has topped the Lone Star regional standings and second time in as many years with the Sooner Region. Along with the remaining top ten drivers in...more
Bryan Hulbert
  • Bryan Hulbert on Nov 15, 2013
  • Article Date: 11/15/2013
Tags: Winged Sprints
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