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Tye Mihocko Makes 410 Debut at Can

Tye Mihocko Makes 410 Debut at Can...

3/14/2018
(Image: Adam Mollenkopf) 26 Promotions – Peoria, AZ – (March 14, 2018) – Tye Mihocko, a regular competitor in the USAC Southwest 360 Series, made his 410 debut on Friday night with the AMSOIL USAC/CRA Series at Canyon Speedway Park. “Going into the night we really weren’t too sure what to expect,” said Mihocko. “We had run with the 410’s before and had been decent with a 360, but I think we had a better idea of what to expect after qualifying and had hoped for a top...more
First National Bank returns to GGR

First National Bank returns to GGR...

3/21/2018
First National Bank in Robinson has returned to the Gabe Griffith Racing team for the 2018 season. First National Bank is a full service bank located at 1719 West Main St. with a proprietary atm at the corner of Jackson and Main in Robinson. First National Bank also has other locations to best serve you. Please support First National Bank along with all our other great sponsors this season!
Pioneer City Meat Market to sponso

Pioneer City Meat Market to sponso...

3/22/2018
Pioneer City Meat Market will be apart of the Gabe Griffith Racing team in 2018. Pioneer City Meat Market has all types of meat and can be prepared any way desired, and they also have deli and grocery. Pioneer City Meat Market is owned by Ron Brock and is located at 106 North Wilson St. in Palestine, Illinois stop by and try their delicious meat's today!
Crossties Christian Ministries wil

Crossties Christian Ministries wil...

3/23/2018
Crossties Christian Ministries will be apart of the Gabe Griffith Racing team in 2018. Crossties is a community-based, not-for-profit charitable organization incorporated in 1995 for the sole purpose of lifting up the name of the Lord our God. Crossties provides recreational facilities and Christian based education and activities; to meet spiritual, mental and physical needs of all people in a non-denominational setting. A huge thank you to Crossties and to anyone who...more
Tye Mihocko Charges to Top-Ten Fin

Tye Mihocko Charges to Top-Ten Fin...

4/23/2018
(Image: SCRAFAN.COM) 26 Promotions – Perris, CA – (April 23, 2018) – After a runner-up finish at Central Arizona Speedway with the USAC Southwest Series last weekend, Tye Mihocko and his team bolted in the 410 and headed to Perris Auto Speedway to battle with the AMSOIL USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series. Qualifying kicked off Saturday night’s Sokola Shootout, Mihocko qualified 21st lining him up eighth for the start of his heat race. Mihocko advanced to sixth in his heat,...more
The Demon Wins The 2018 Sokola Sho

The Demon Wins The 2018 Sokola Sho...

4/23/2018
Perris Auto Speedway’s Sokola Shootout has become one of the most anticipated races in the USAC/CRA season for many reasons, Not only is it a memorial for Gary Sokola and Mark Sokola, two men that dedicated their lives to racing and helping evolve the sport of sprint car racing, but it is one of the USAC/CRA Sprint car early races in a long season. Gary Sokola, the man behind the nationwide 410 engine limit for sprint cars, padded roll bar cages, the tire rule, and a...more
USAC Triple on Deck for Sunshine a

USAC Triple on Deck for Sunshine a...

4/27/2018
Lonnie Wheatley, INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (April 27, 2018) – A busy weekend of action awaits Tyler Courtney with a pair of USAC National Sprint Car events on Friday and Saturday before his first Silver Crown competition of the young season on Sunday. It begins Friday night with Sunshine and the Clauson-Newman-Marshall Racing Priority Aviation No. 7bc Sprint Car team taking to Bloomington Speedway before moving on to Haubstadt’s Tri-State Speedway on Saturday night. Courtney...more
IT’S A TRI-STATE TRIUMPH FOR THOMA

IT’S A TRI-STATE TRIUMPH FOR THOMA...

4/29/2018
Recently, it seems when the USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars come to Tri-State Speedway, Kevin Thomas, Jr. finds himself in the mix at the front. On two occasions last year, he was involved in last lap battles on the quarter-mile paperclip – one of which went his way and one that did not. On Saturday night, the wave went KTJ’s way once again as he surged to the lead through the tight crevice between the outside wall and C.J. Leary’s right-side wheels exiting turn four...more
410's Battle At The Beach

410's Battle At The Beach

5/6/2018
There's always a love/hate relationship with Ventura Speedway. Being able to enjoy the beauty of the ocean, the sea breeze, the wind para sailers and just the calmness it offers -- but then the peaceful atmosphere fades as the 1st 410 USAC/CRA sprinter fires! The race was dedicated to Dave Adhair, former track flagman and friend to so many who passed suddenly, and 22 sprint car drivers participated in the 40 lap event. Quick time was set by Cody Williams, Brody Roa...more
Robert Ballou Thrills at Plymouth

Robert Ballou Thrills at Plymouth...

5/9/2018
PC- Indy Racing Images PETERSEN MEDIA: Following a so-so night at Gas City I69 Speedway on Friday night, Robert Ballou caused some fireworks on Saturday night in Plymouth, IN as he charged form his 11th starting position and came oh-so-close to pulling off a thrilling win only to end up with a third place finish. “We went for it there at the end, and we almost came out with the win,” Robert Ballou said. “We are getting better and better each nigh, and I am looking...more
Ballou Pockets Two Top-Five's at t

Ballou Pockets Two Top-Five's at t...

5/14/2018
PC- Sprint Fun PETERSEN MEDIA: Robert Ballou traveled to the famed Eldora Speedway on Friday and Saturday night with the USAC National Sprint Car Series and ran well as he finished second on Friday night and fifth during Saturday’s finale. “We had some long nights putting a new car together for this weekend and it seemed to pay off in our first two nights with it,” Robert Ballou said. “We have made some leaps and bounds the last couple of weeks and I think we will...more
Literally The Excitement Is " OFF

Literally The Excitement Is " OFF...

5/17/2018
The excitement around The Moose Shop is literally “ off the ground!!” Jake and the Moose Team prepare to make their dream a reality by attending USAC’s Indiana Sprint Week in July!!! It takes a lot of time, energy, dedication and money to make this vision a reality and this group of Moose’s are striving to make this dream come true by reaching out to Race fans and business’s for their support. Business’s, there is always the opportunity to market Your company!! Logo...more
Welcome Lucas OIl Centers

Welcome Lucas OIl Centers

5/20/2018
Yippie!! Kick your heels up kinda Yippie!!! It is with excitement that Moose Racing will be representing Lucas Oil Centers Indiana Sprint Week!!! Bill, a long time friend and former sprint car driver himself moved to Indiana many years ago leaving his hometown of Ventura Ca. Although not physically “ racing” anymore Bill still stayed connected to the sport, in the form of VP of sales and marketing for a couple different companies, Dynatech, Afco & Ride Tech. “He...more
Casey's 50 lap Valley Powri Outlaw

Casey's 50 lap Valley Powri Outlaw...

6/3/2018
Valley Speedway will have our Casey's 50 lap Valley Powri Outlaw Sprint special Saturday June 9th. $1,000 to win and $150 to start. We will run the first 25 laps then a competition yellow will come out and the cars will stop on the track. Teams will be allowed on the track to make adjustment, add fuel, and the drivers will be allowed to exit the cars to help. Fans will be able to watch the teams as they make adjustments for the second half of the race. Winner of the...more
Ballou Best at BAPS During Eastern

Ballou Best at BAPS During Eastern...

6/22/2018
PC-Foto Bomb Production PETERSEN MEDIA: Robert Ballou put together a strong a strong finishes during the annual USAC Eastern Storm that included his first USAC win of the season as he took top honors at BAPS Motor Speedway on Father’s Day. “It was a decent week for our team,” Robert Ballou said. “We keep searching to get me comfortable in the racecar, because I feel that if I am not comfortable I need to find something else to do. Last week, we hit on some things and...more
Robert Ballou Back on Kokomo Podiu

Robert Ballou Back on Kokomo Podiu...

6/27/2018
PETERSEN MEDIA: Returning to racing action in Indiana after an extended trip on the East Coast, Robert Ballou would spend his Sunday at Kokomo Speedway where he would pick up a third place finish. “We were a little tight in the feature event on Sunday, but fortunately we were still able to get on the podium,” Robert Ballou said. “Were still chasing things a little, but we are starting to get consistent.” Timing the Dickinson Farms/Lucas Oil Products/Abreu Vineyards...more
Courtney Fired Up for Friday Night

Courtney Fired Up for Friday Night...

7/5/2018
Lonnie Wheatley, INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (July 5, 2018) – Tyler Courtney continues the pursuit of the Amsoil USAC National Sprint Car championship aboard the Clauson-Marshall-Newman Racing Priority Aviation No. 7bc Sprint Car with Friday night’s fourth running of the “Bill Gardner Sprintacular” at Putnamville, Indiana’s Lincoln Park Speedway. “Sunshine” has made a habit of finding the podium at Putnamville, racing to a third-place finish in this June’s Midget Week round of...more
GREAT LAKES FALL SPRINTACULAR

GREAT LAKES FALL SPRINTACULAR

7/18/2018
Auburn, MI - Mark your calendars and don’t miss the biggest sprint car show in Michigan in 2018, on Saturday, September 1st at Tri-City Motor Speedway near Auburn, MI. The first annual Great Lakes Fall Sprintacular. Expecting over 100 sprint cars (old and new)! All sprints, all day! Car Show from 12-3 pm on Saturday (Registration starts at 10:30 am), featuring, The North Coast Vintage Oval Racers who will be displaying over 25 vintage sprint cars, coupes and even a...more
Ballou Bags Two Top-Five’s Heading

Ballou Bags Two Top-Five’s Heading...

7/16/2018
PETERSEN MEDIA: Getting in a couple of tune up’s prior to kicking off NOS Energy Indiana Sprint Week this weekend, Robert Ballou finished second on Friday night at Bloomington Speedway before battling Mother Nature at Tri-State Speedway on Saturday night and finishing fourth. “We took advantage of a couple of shows over the weekend to try some stuff,” Robert Ballou said. “Our results were okay, but I didn’t like how we felt so it was a success in the fact that we...more

2018 Promotion Video

7/21/2018
Check out this video that from GP241 Industries. I am currently leading the Rookie of the Year point standing for the Amsoil USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series and am trying to find some support to complete the 2018 racing season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao65TYupRyo Facebook; Joel Rayborne Racing Instagram; Joel Rayborne Twitter; Joel Rayborne
SEPTEMBER 1ST CAR CRUISE IN

SEPTEMBER 1ST CAR CRUISE IN

8/9/2018
Auburn, MI – Pull the cover off your favorite car and join us at Tri-City Motor Speedway Saturday, September 1st from noon to 3 pm. All cars are welcome: classic, vintage, hot rods, race cars or street legal. There will be a $5.00 entry fee for all participants, that can be mailed directly to Tri-City Motor Speedway at P.O. Box 486, Auburn, MI 48611 or can be paid the day of the show at registration, opening at 10:30 am. All participants will receive a dash plaque...more
Robert Ballou Surges From Seventh

Robert Ballou Surges From Seventh...

8/13/2018
PETERSEN MEDIA: Robert Ballou had a very strong weekend in Indiana that saw him run second on Saturday night at Tri-State Speedway before an impressive win on Sunday night at the Terre Haute Action Track. “We kind of had an eventful Sunday night but it all worked out and were able to grab another feature event win,” Robert Ballou said. “I have felt like we have been heading the right direction, and after pretty much a disastrous Sprint Week it is nice to have a couple...more
COURTNEY DELIVERS A STONE COLD PER

COURTNEY DELIVERS A STONE COLD PER...

9/1/2018
COURTNEY DELIVERS A STONE COLD PERFORMANCE AT GRANITE CITY By: Richie Murray – USAC Media Granite City, Illinois………Tyler Courtney hasn’t visited Tri-City Speedway that often throughout his racing career. In fact, Friday night marked just the fourth visit to the 3/8-mile dirt oval for the Indianapolis, Indiana driver. But, each time, it’s been in a different type of car, from a micro, to a midget and to a winged sprint car. Yet, it doesn’t seem to matter what type of...more
Up and Down Smackdown for Robert B

Up and Down Smackdown for Robert B...

8/28/2018
PC- Rich Forman PETERSEN MEDIA: Though the Kokomo Smackdown still has the finale to run, three nights are officially in the books and Wednesday’s ‘GYATK’ event was the highlight of Ballou’s weekend as he would rally from a tough start to the night and come home with a sixth place finish. “We had some good speed, but unfortunately we had some bad luck and I made some mistakes,” Robert Ballou said. Wednesday night’s ‘GYATK’ night got off to a rocky start for ‘The Mad...more
Arizona Rounds in the Bag.

Arizona Rounds in the Bag.

10/1/2018
Arizona and ET Motopark Arizona Speedway with the USAC CRA Sprint Car Series for rounds #19 and #20 was just awesome. Our Saturday main was short due to an over zealous rookie, but mistake noted, learned, and we move on. Saturday we tried a slightly different setup then we have. Little by little we have been plugging away on the 12B Jim Blakesley Racing sprint car and we may have just found it. This by far was about the most comfortable I have felt at the wheel to...more
Glenn Howard Memorial a Success

Glenn Howard Memorial a Success

9/23/2018
Had a great night at Perris Auto Speedway Saturday with the USAC CRA Sprint Car Series for the Glenn Howard Memorial. We are really starting to get the 12B Jim Blakesley Racing sprint car working to my liking and I am becoming more comfortable in it. After qualifying 14th fastest and almost turning my first 17 second lap at the PAS, missed it by .05, I was slated to start outside row one for heat race 2. Got a great start and led the group into turn one and down the...more
Perris 10-20-2018

Perris 10-20-2018

10/20/2018
We had an awesome night at Perris Auto Speedway Saturday with the USAC CRA Sprint Car Series in the Jim Blakesley Racing 12B. I was really looking forward to returning to a track I know pretty well with the latest set-ups we have been trying and it didn't disappoint. Right from the get go in hot laps the car felt like a different machine and I could tell it was on point. Turning my first ever 17 second lap at Perris Auto Speedway felt awesome and I was ready for...more
THOMAS REPEATS $25K OVAL NATIONALS

THOMAS REPEATS $25K OVAL NATIONALS...

11/11/2018
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. That about sums of the rollercoaster of emotions Kevin Thomas, Jr. and Tyler Courtney endured at the conclusion of Saturday night’s Budweiser “Oval Nationals” presented by All Coast Construction at Perris Auto Speedway. Kevin Thomas, Jr. notched his second-straight “Oval Nationals” win worth $25,000, but lost the USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Car championship on a tiebreaker to Tyler Courtney who gained the one spot...more
SUNSHINE ON BRINK OF SUPER LICENSE

SUNSHINE ON BRINK OF SUPER LICENSE...

11/11/2018
Fresh off his first USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Car title, Tyler Courtney leads Mike Curb Super License standings heading into the final two events of the year when the USAC P1 Insurance National Midgets meet for a pair of California races Nov. 17 at Bakersfield Speedway and Nov. 22 at Ventura Raceway for the 78th running of the “Turkey Night Grand Prix.” Courtney leads Kevin Thomas, Jr. by just 58 points for the title that honors the driver who accumulates the most...more
2018 USAC/CRA Rookie of the Year

2018 USAC/CRA Rookie of the Year

11/12/2018
The 2018 season has come to a close and we captured the USAC CRA Sprint Car Series 2018 Rookie of the Year title. There are so many people I would like to thank that helped me reach this point and win this award. I first have to thank Jim Blakesley. I was 15 years old when he gave me the offer to drive his #12B Don Blair Racing sprint car. It was an amazing opportunity and I hope I made you proud. Thank you Tobey Sampson for connecting us with Jim and help put this...more
Ventura's "78th Turkey Night Grand

Ventura's "78th Turkey Night Grand...

11/22/2018
Starting Wednesday, November 21st, the USAC West Coast and VRA Sprint Cars will battle at Ventura Raceway for two nights of action. Promoted by Jim Naylor, the prestigious “78th Running of the Turkey Night Grand Prix” will begin with a special Wednesday non-point program for the 360 sprint cars and practice for the USAC National and Western States Midgets. On Thursday, the sprint cars will return for their non-point “Battle of the Beach” finale along with the complete...more
The Dream Continues!!

The Dream Continues!!

1/17/2019
THE CHASE FOR THE DREAM CONTINUES!!!! The recently crowned USAC CRA Sprint Car Series Rookie of the Year, Joel Rayborne, announces he is going racing in 2019 for Jim Blakesley Racing. The 16 year old looks to build on the momentum of 2018 and continue to chase his dreams. "We weren't sure we would be racing in 2019," says Rayborne. "After the Ovals we stripped the car and engine to prepare for 2019 and found the engine block was cracked and I thought my sprint car...more
Austin Williams Hunts Down Moose R

Austin Williams Hunts Down Moose R...

1/21/2019
Everyone at Moose Racing is excited to welcome Austin WIllams to the MOose Family -- more exciting news to come soon
Moose Racing's Oil Of Choice - Luc

Moose Racing's Oil Of Choice - Luc...

2/22/2019
Moose Racing considers it a privilege and an honor to welcome Lucas Oil to the Moose Racing family. Lucas Oil is the industry leader in products and motorsports. Weither your needs are for racing or your weekly driver, make sure to check out the superb Lucas OIl Products
1st Race Of 2019 For USAC/CRA Is I

1st Race Of 2019 For USAC/CRA Is I...

3/12/2019
Kicking off the 2019 with new cars, new driver, a few new crew members - was a success! Putting the new DRC cars on the track at practice on Thursday night confirmed that the combination of Austin and The Moose Crew will be a stout combination. Working on getting Austin comfortable with the car & crew is the main objective. 26 cars arrived at Canyon Speedway Park for the 1st race of the USAC/CRA series and with the National Series not under way yet, there were...more
Perris Openner March 30th

Perris Openner March 30th

4/4/2019
Opening night at Perris Auto Speedway last night had the Moose Crew fired up and ready to do battle with the other 27, 410, fire breathing machines. Weeks of work & a full day of practice laps at The Pas the week prior, all proved to be beneficial!! After kissing the turn 4 wall & somehow saving the 92 from going over Austin gathered it up, not missing a beat and qualified 5th. Austin lined up in Heat 2 , that had superior talent as competitors: Brody, Damion, Matt...more
T-Shirts Are Selling Fast!!

T-Shirts Are Selling Fast!!

4/9/2019
Austin Williams / Moose Racing 92 T-Shirts are selling fast!! Don't wait, get yours before they are gone !!!!
Sokolla Shootout

Sokolla Shootout

4/15/2019
The memory of Gary Sokola & his son Mark, live on in Southern California with the traditional Sokola Shootout. Gary former CRA President, and his son Mark, a former driver are each honored for their rich contribution to racing in Southern California. We are sure they were both with the nights on track action as they looked on from heaven above. Before we get on with a recap of Moose Racing's adventures, we ask that all reading this say a prayer for Steve Alexander,...more
Race one of 2019

Race one of 2019

4/1/2019
Well our first race of the year is in the books and while the stats may not seem great I am happy with how the night went. It was a pretty hard working week the last few nights and being able to get back behind the wheel of the #12B Jim Blakesley Racing sprint car felt really good. Being out of a seat for 5 months is never fun and it made the winter even longer. We spent all winter gathering parts and working on getting this beauty back together after the wreck at...more
The Sokola Shootout

The Sokola Shootout

4/14/2019
This weekend at The Sokola Shoot out we had big improvements from last race with a finish of 19th being up to 14th at one point and just lost the track in the long run, hope to keep this progress rolling forward during the 2019 season. The Jim Blakesley #12B sprint car is rocket fast and the Okie chassis is working good. We made small changes with huge gains and hope to continue the move forward. Have to send a huge Thank You for helping with advice, support, and hard...more
Ventura 5/4/2019

Ventura 5/4/2019

5/5/2019
After an eventful week and an exciting night of racing, we had a great showing at Ventura Raceway for the USAC CRA Sprint Car Series race in the #12B Jim Blakesley Racing / Don Blair Special which saw me going out first for qualifying and we timed in 8th quick. This would line us up to start 4th for the heat race. Made a mistake on the start, but was able to recover have some great battling and finish 7th. Starting 9th in the main event and within the first 3 laps was...more
The Hoosier Race Report

The Hoosier Race Report

5/5/2019
The Hoosier Race Report: Cowboy Time On a damp and chilly night where one could see their breath, Clinton Boyles rode his bucking bronco, better known as the pride and joy of car owner Paul Hazen, to a dominating victory at the Gas City I-69 Speedway. The rain that has plagued the area left the surface of the quarter mile bullring more suitable for a motocross event, but the feature (along with all other races) was caution free. Any race track that races on Friday...more
Oops --  Almost Up & Over!

Oops -- Almost Up & Over!

5/9/2019
Qualifying lap at Perris Auto Speedway was almost disaster -- But Austin saves it and next lap times in in 5th overall!
Bakersfield Fiasco!!!

Bakersfield Fiasco!!!

5/13/2019
Coming off an incredible run at Ventura Speedway last weekend ( coming from 22nd to 2nd ! ) , Austin put " a shine" on his new helmet and took to the California highways for Bakersfield Speedway. As most of the tracks across the US, the prediction for rain was the headline for the days prior to Saturday. But here on the west coast Mother Nature, must of wanted to see a sprint car race, and she graciously set her temperature at a toasty 85 degrees with sun a...more
USAC/CRA Bakersfield

USAC/CRA Bakersfield

5/13/2019
Well the USAC CRA Sprint Car Series race at Bakersfield Speedway last Saturday was a bit rough but due to some attrition we walked away with a top 10. Right from the get go the track was tight and we worked hard to get the car free'd up and it was a challenge. For qualifying I managed to put together a good 1&2 and a good 3&4 but I didnt do them on the same lap and the time showed. Back to the pits and worked on freeing the car up even more for the heat race. We were...more
Salute To Indy

Salute To Indy

5/27/2019
The 92 Huntington Beach Glass/CSI Construction Sprinter was decked out for the Salute To Indy and Remembering Those Who Gave All For Our Freedom . Heavy rains had pelted the dirt track at Perris Auto Speedway for days prior to the Salute To Indy Saturday night, and the skies were threatening rain all day. Young guns, seniors and USAC/CRA 410's filled the pits ready to put on a show for the fans in the stands. Drawing the last qualifying pill, Austin was pushed to the...more
Kokomo Klassic Sunday, June 2nd

Kokomo Klassic Sunday, June 2nd

5/28/2019
Featuring: Sprint Cars, 305 Wing Sprints, Thunders and Hornets!
360 Battle At The Beach

360 Battle At The Beach

6/4/2019
Loudpedal captures Austin's intense eyes as he pushes off for his first laps in the Moose Racing/ Huntington Beach Glass/Lucas Oil Center's 360 at Ventura Speedway. Not really knowing what to expect power wise out of the 360 ... Austin as he pulled in from hot laps " WOW". Sliding into a transfer in the 1st Heat, it was on to the Main Event - and boy oh boy did the crew make a bunch of changes to get the Triple XXX handling the way Austin likes. Running in 4th and...more
K&N Filters joins the team

K&N Filters joins the team

6/11/2019
It is our pleasure and honor to announce Joel Rayborne Racing, driving the #12B Jim Blakesley Racing / Don Blair Special sprint car, has partnered up with K&N Filters for the remainder of the 2019 season. For 50 years K&N Filters has been the leader in filtration needs in the world of motorsports. It is exciting to be adding the K&N Filters name to our list of sponsors. Thank you K&N Filters, we look forward to the later half of the season with you by our side. For all...more
Joel gets the chance to drive for

Joel gets the chance to drive for...

6/9/2019
Parked the #73 JFM Midget on the front straight at Ocean Speedway/ Watsonville Fair Grounds for the BCRA/ Western Midget Racing race just one spot short of the top spot. Congrats to David Prickett on the win, we were giving all we had. Thank you to Jimmy May, Tyler Edwards and Charlie Butcher for their hard work all night. 1st heat race in an Ecotech with BCRA/Western Midget Racing and brought the #73 Josh Ford Motorsports car home in 3rd. Led the first three laps...more
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