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Spring Fling Inversion hits 4-17 S

Spring Fling Inversion hits 4-17 S...

3/14/2017
SPRING FLING INVERSION hits 4-17 Southern Speedway & Events Saturday March 18th with, Open Wheel Modified- twin 35's, Pro Late Model-50, Modified Mini- twin 25's, TQ Midget, & Scramblers. Up to 8 cars in each class will experience field inversion. SPRING FLING includes a little something extra for the fans AND the DRIVERS!! Open Wheel Modified, Modified Mini, & Pro Late Model - each class has the chance to win: FAST QUALIFIER: 5 gallons 101 or 110 fuel HARD...more
JANET & JOSEPH GENTRY
  • JANET & JOSEPH GENTRY on Mar 14, 2017
  • Article Date: 3/14/2017
Tags: 4-17 Southern Speedway, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds, TQ Midgets
RACE OF CHAMPIONS AND PARTNERS TO

RACE OF CHAMPIONS AND PARTNERS TO...

3/4/2019
The Race of Champions Modified Series will take part in the promotion of six events at Spencer Speedway in Williamson, N.Y., and once again at Chemung (N.Y.) Speedrome on Saturday, August 3rd. Spencer will host six racing events and two practice nights during the 2019 racing season, with the promotional partner Jeff Deminck once again in steering the project. The six dates include Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series appearances on Friday, May 31; Friday, July 26...more
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  • administrator on Mar 05, 2019
  • Article Date: 3/4/2019
Tags: Chemung Speedrome, Spencer Speedway, Race of Champions
2019 RACE OF CHAMPIONS FAMILY OF S

2019 RACE OF CHAMPIONS FAMILY OF S...

3/5/2019
Race of Champions management is taking the first step in releasing its 2019 racing “up-to-the-minute” schedules with the publication of a races scheduled for the Race of Champions family of series. The schedule gives fans an opportunity to visit to premier racing facilities throughout the Northeast. These dates and locations will bring together traditional events with some exciting additions to the promotional calendar, giving everyone a variety of exciting events...more
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  • administrator on Mar 05, 2019
  • Article Date: 3/5/2019
Tags: Jukasa Motor Speedway, Chemung Speedrome, Holland International Speedway
SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE ISLE DOWN

SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE ISLE DOWN...

3/20/2019
The schedule for the September 26, 27 and 28 Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pennsylvania has been set. The schedule includes the running of the 69th Annual “Race of Champions 250” for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series. The event includes three days filled with racing and festivities. Thursday, September 26: Practice will take place on Thursday, September 26, with gates opening at 3:00 pm and...more
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  • administrator on Mar 20, 2019
  • Article Date: 3/20/2019
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt Late Models
SPALDING FOUNDATION FOR INJURED DR

SPALDING FOUNDATION FOR INJURED DR...

4/26/2019
On Saturday, August 3, 2019 the Spalding Foundation for Injured Driver’s and the Race of Champions will partner to host the 2nd Annual Driver’s Reunion at the Chemung Speedrome Race of Champions event. The event will feature famous drivers from those famous speedways as well as the traditional Spalding Foundation auction at the event. “We put this together last season and it was received and attended very well,” stated Betty Sherwood of the Spalding Foundation for...more
Joe Skotnicki
  • Joe Skotnicki on Apr 26, 2019
  • Article Date: 4/26/2019
Tags: Chemung Speedrome, Race of Champions, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds
RACE OF CHAMPIONS TO PRESENT SIX S

RACE OF CHAMPIONS TO PRESENT SIX S...

5/10/2019
Lancaster National Speedway, home of New York International Raceway Park will roar to life for the 2019 season with six big nights of stock car racing at the historic Western New York speed plant. Recently purchased by local drag racers and Buffalo area businessmen, Vito Antonicelli and Mike Swinarski, the track will once again entertain racing enthusiasts throughout the region in a multitude of racing genres, including modified stock car racing. Opening night will be...more
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  • administrator on May 10, 2019
  • Article Date: 5/10/2019
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt Late Models
PRACTICE SET FOR NEW YORK INTERNA

PRACTICE SET FOR NEW YORK INTERNA...

6/4/2019
On Saturday, June 8, 2019 New York International Raceway Park, home to Lancaster National Speedway will open the ½-mile oval for the first time in 2019. The day will be an open invitation to all divisions to practice at the popular speed plant. A safety inspection will be required before being released to practice. For competitors the pits will be open at 11:00am with the first practice session set to take to the track at 12:00pm (Noon) with practice continuing until...more
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  • administrator on Jun 05, 2019
  • Article Date: 6/4/2019
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt Late Models
LAKE ERIE SPEEDWAY UP NEXT FOR RAC

LAKE ERIE SPEEDWAY UP NEXT FOR RAC...

6/10/2019
Race of Champions Asphalt Modified, Four Cylinder Dash and T.Q. Midget Series competitors have a big night ahead of them this coming Saturday at Lake Erie Speedway as a prelude to the 69th Annual Presque Isle Downs and Casino weekend in late September. This weekend, Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series competitors have a 75-lap challenge in the Lake Erie 75 presented by Jim Moss Builders. Lake Erie has become one of the most anticipated race dates on the...more
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  • administrator on Jun 10, 2019
  • Article Date: 6/10/2019
Tags: Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds
Lake Erie Speedway Night at the Ra

Lake Erie Speedway Night at the Ra...

6/14/2019
Lake Erie Speedway Driven By Pro Waste has come to the unfortunate decision to postpone the Night at the Races presented by Jim Moss Builders event scheduled for this weekend (June 15th). This decision is based on the forecasted inclement weather at and around our venue and the travel distance of many of the competitors. We will be in discussions with the officials of the Race of Champions and Must See Racing sanctioning bodies on a possible alternate date. If we...more
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  • administrator on Jun 14, 2019
  • Article Date: 6/14/2019
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
RACE OF CHAMPIONS ASPHALT MODIFIED

RACE OF CHAMPIONS ASPHALT MODIFIED...

6/17/2019
On Thursday, June 27, 2019, when the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series rolls onto the surface at New York International Raceway Park home to Lancaster National Speedway for the running of the fifth annual Ol’ Boy Cup, it will be a homecoming, which many did not think would happen in 2019, until the track was saved from closing in May. It will be an emotional night for many. The race will once again honor Bill Colton, one of Lancaster’s biggest supporters and...more
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  • administrator on Jun 18, 2019
  • Article Date: 6/17/2019
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
RACE OF CHAMPIONS READIES FOR BIG

RACE OF CHAMPIONS READIES FOR BIG...

7/14/2019
The Race of Champions will be the proud presenter of the Rod Spalding Classic 75 for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series the Tribute to Ed McGuire 51 for the Race of Champions Super Stock Series along with the debut of the Race of Champions T.Q. Midget Series at the Chemung (N.Y.) Speedrome on Saturday, August 3. The Modified Series will once again compete in the Rod Spalding Classic honor of the late and great driver, whose injuries spurred the development...more
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  • administrator on Jul 14, 2019
  • Article Date: 7/14/2019
Tags: Chemung Speedrome, Race of Champions, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds
SPALDING FOUNDATION FOR INJURED DR

SPALDING FOUNDATION FOR INJURED DR...

7/29/2019
On Saturday, August 3, 2019 the Spalding Foundation for Injured Driver’s and the Race of Champions will partner to host a unique Driver’s Reunion at the Chemung Speedrome Race of Champions event. The day will feature appearances from several famous drivers and racing personalities from those famous speedways as well as the traditional Spalding Foundation auction. “This is our second year doing this and the response has been tremendous,” stated Betty Sherwood of the...more
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  • administrator on Jul 29, 2019
  • Article Date: 7/29/2019
Tags: Chemung Speedrome, Race of Champions, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds
PATRICK EMERLING SCORES ROD SPALDI

PATRICK EMERLING SCORES ROD SPALDI...

8/5/2019
Patrick Emerling of Orchard Park, N.Y., earned his 16th career Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series victory this past Saturday in the Rod Spalding Classic at Chemung (N.Y.) Speedrome. Emerling’s win ties him with his crew chief, Jan Leaty of Williamson, N.Y., for 4th on the all-time win list. Emerling started 10th and methodically worked his way through the field, ultimately wrestling the lead away from TJ Potrzebowski of Elmira, N.Y., on lap 45 and heading to...more
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  • administrator on Aug 05, 2019
  • Article Date: 8/5/2019
Tags: Chemung Speedrome, Race of Champions, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds
30th ANNUAL TRIBUTE TO TOMMY DRUAR

30th ANNUAL TRIBUTE TO TOMMY DRUAR...

8/12/2019
The Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series will visit New York International Raceway Park, home to Lancaster National Speedway this Saturday night, August 17th for the 30th Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony Jankowiak 110. It will be the second visit of the season for the Series during the 2019 campaign. The 110-lap race will be the first race of the season to offer infield pitting at Lancaster. Last season, Andy Jankowiak of Buffalo, N.Y., captured his Father’s...more
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  • administrator on Aug 12, 2019
  • Article Date: 8/12/2019
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
RACE OF CHAMPIONS READY FOR 31st A

RACE OF CHAMPIONS READY FOR 31st A...

9/11/2019
New York International Raceway Park, home to Lancaster Speedway will come alive for the final time during the 2019 stock car season this weekend with the 31st Annual running of the US Open. The US Open, which debuted under the guidance of promoter Alex Friesen, in 1989 began a Western New York racing tradition that has become a must-see event for racing fans from throughout the region. This season’s edition will see several racing highlights including the 4th Annual...more
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  • administrator on Sep 11, 2019
  • Article Date: 9/11/2019
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
UPDATED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE I

UPDATED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE I...

9/20/2019
The schedule for the September 26, 27 and 28 Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pennsylvania has been updated to include the Lancaster Street Stock Division. The schedule includes the running of the 69th Annual “Race of Champions 250” for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series. The event includes three days filled with racing and festivities. Thursday, September 26: Practice will take place on Thursday,...more
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  • administrator on Sep 20, 2019
  • Article Date: 9/20/2019
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
CHAMPIONSHIPS AND PURSE AND PRIZE

CHAMPIONSHIPS AND PURSE AND PRIZE...

9/23/2019
After an exciting season, the 2019 Race of Champions family of Series will crown six champions as part of the 69th Annual Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway. Four of the six championships have different contenders that can take home the championship. In the Race of Champions Modified Series, Andy Jankowiak of Buffalo, N.Y., holds the top spot by 2 markers over Patrick Emerling of Orchard Park, N.Y., heading into Saturday’s...more
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  • administrator on Sep 23, 2019
  • Article Date: 9/23/2019
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
MATT HIRSCHMAN ADDS #7 AS THE MOST

MATT HIRSCHMAN ADDS #7 AS THE MOST...

10/5/2019
Matt Hirschman of Northampton, Pennsylvania, earned his 7th career and 5h consecutive in the 69th edition of the event at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Penn., to close out Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions weekend. Hirschman’s victories came on three distinctly different type tracks in Chemung (N.Y.) Speedrome, Oswego (N.Y.) Speedway and Lake Erie, which is a 3/8-mile progressively banked oval. “This is the biggest race of our season and when it...more
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  • administrator on Oct 06, 2019
  • Article Date: 10/5/2019
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
After much anticipation the 2020 s

After much anticipation the 2020 s...

12/21/2019
FINALLY!!! After much anticipation, numerous requests, and many tears - the 2020 racing season schedule is now available on the website. Additional details and events will be added in the coming days. The preliminary information is accurate - however, please check back often for any updates or additions. Thank you to all of the 4-17 SSE fans, drivers, crew members, and sponsors for an amazing 2019...let's make 2020 the best yet!! See you all in January
JANET & JOSEPH GENTRY
  • JANET & JOSEPH GENTRY on Dec 21, 2019
  • Article Date: 12/21/2019
Tags: 4-17 Southern Speedway, A Modifieds, Pro Legends
RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIED SERIES

RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIED SERIES...

6/5/2020
Race of Champions Modified Series and Lake Erie Speedway management have been able to secure a return to racing date with events taking place on Friday, June 26 and the originally scheduled show on Saturday, June 27. The show that was postponed on Friday, June 6 featuring the Race of Champions Sportsman Modifieds and Race of Champions Super Stocks will move to Friday, June 26 with the divisions being adjusted slightly to include the Race of Champions Four Cylinder Dash...more
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  • administrator on Jun 05, 2020
  • Article Date: 6/5/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
Lake Erie Speedway, June 26 & 27,

Lake Erie Speedway, June 26 & 27,...

6/14/2020
To Our Competitors, Participants and Team Members; We know there are many questions in regard to the event at Lake Erie Speedway and this e-mail will begin to answer them one-by-one. We will be switching to contactless transactions, if you have an issue with this, please e-mail info@rocmodifiedseries.com and we will make alternate arrangements, please know that alternate arrangements must be justified. There will be an event registration, that in the event we can run...more
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  • administrator on Jun 14, 2020
  • Article Date: 6/14/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
Lake Erie Speedway, June 25, 26 &

Lake Erie Speedway, June 25, 26 &...

6/14/2020
Thursday – 6/25 3:00 pm Gates Open 4:00 pm Safety Inspection Open all Race of Champions divisions for Weekend (Safety Only) 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Practice, rotating by division (Practice will not extend part 9:00pm) Friday – 6/26 12:00 pm (NOON) Gates Open for Haulers 2:00 pm Pit Gates Open 2:30 pm Inspection and Draw for All...more
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  • administrator on Jun 14, 2020
  • Article Date: 6/14/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
Lake Erie Speedway, June 25, 26 &

Lake Erie Speedway, June 25, 26 &...

6/15/2020
To Our Competitors, Participants and Team Members; Overnight Camping: Overnight Camping will be available for purchase. You most possess a pass to stay overnight. If you do not possess a pass, you will be asked to leave, if you do not leave, your vehicle(s) will be towed away from the facility. There are 30 available positions for camping; https://www.lakeeriespeedway.com/current-season/purchase-tickets/ We will be switching to contactless transactions, if you have an...more
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  • administrator on Jun 15, 2020
  • Article Date: 6/15/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIED SERIES

RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIED SERIES...

6/23/2020
The Race of Champions family of Series and Lake Erie Speedway management are ready to go this coming weekend at Lake Erie Speedway with the “Bash by the Lake” event. Two nights of thrilling racing excitement to kick off the Race of Champions Modified Series season. On Friday, June 26, the Race of Champions Sportsman Modified, Super Stock and Four Cylinder Dash Series headline the card. On Saturday, June 27, the Race of Champions Modified Series will do battle for...more
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  • administrator on Jun 23, 2020
  • Article Date: 6/23/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
MATT HIRSCHMAN CONTINUES HIS DOMIN

MATT HIRSCHMAN CONTINUES HIS DOMIN...

6/30/2020
Matt Hirschman of Northampton, Pennsylvania, continued his dominance at Lake Erie Speedway this past Saturday night as he scored the opening night Series victory in the “Bash by the Lake” 75 for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series. Hirschman has won the last six races at the North East, Pa., speed plant, dating back to the surprise victory by Will Thomas of Sharpsville, Pa., in 2016. It was Hirschman’s 48th career Race of Champions series victory. “It was a...more
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  • administrator on Jun 30, 2020
  • Article Date: 6/30/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
Lake Erie Speedway, Follow Up and

Lake Erie Speedway, Follow Up and...

7/3/2020
To Our Participants, Fans and Friends; We hope this message continues to find all of you safe. To those of you who attended Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pa., this past weekend, "Thank You" for your participation and being at the event, we are extremely fortunate for Lake Erie being in Pennsylvania and the efforts of AJ Moore, the general manager of the track. If you'd like to let AJ know that you are thankful for the event, drop him a note at...more
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  • administrator on Jul 03, 2020
  • Article Date: 7/3/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
Winged Sprint Cars, Open Wheel Mod

Winged Sprint Cars, Open Wheel Mod...

8/10/2020
Saturday, August 15th: Join us for the Southern Series Winged Sprint Cars, Open Wheel Modifieds, Legends, Dwarfs, & Mini Stocks. Ticket prices Aug 15th: Pits - $35. Grandstands- $20 adults, $18 Military, 1st responders, & seniors (All w/ valid ID), $13 students 6-17 (w/ valid ID), children 5 and under are free. Pits open 12pm Grandstands open 4pm Heats & Qualifying start 6pm Racing features begin at 7pm 4-17 Southern Speedway is a family friendly venue ~ where...more
JANET & JOSEPH GENTRY
  • JANET & JOSEPH GENTRY on Aug 10, 2020
  • Article Date: 8/10/2020
Tags: 4-17 Southern Speedway, Sprint Cars, Pro Legends
PATRICK EMERLING GET HIS FIRST LAK

PATRICK EMERLING GET HIS FIRST LAK...

8/18/2020
Patrck Emerling of Orchard Park, N.Y., turned in an outstanding performance to win at Lake Erie Speedway this past Saturday night in the 31st Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony Jankowiak. It was the 18th career victory for Emerling, who sits 4th on the all-time win list. He also became the first person to win the race at another track. “We needed this tonight,” offered Emerling. “We have been fast and the crew has worked super hard, tonight we were finally able to...more
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  • administrator on Aug 18, 2020
  • Article Date: 8/18/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
Lake Erie Speedway - "Butch" Willi

Lake Erie Speedway - "Butch" Willi...

8/19/2020
Race of Champions Modified Series official “Butch” Williams has been released from Hammett Hospital in Erie, Pa. Williams slipped and fell Saturday night and suffered a head laceration and was taken to Hammett Hospital for observation where he was released on Monday, August 17 after being cleared from observation. “I want to thank the safety crew, ambulance team and everyone at the track,” stated Williams. “Everyone did an outstanding job and the people who have...more
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  • administrator on Aug 19, 2020
  • Article Date: 8/19/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
UPDATED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE I

UPDATED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE I...

8/21/2020
The schedule for the September event at Lake Erie Speedway has been revised. The Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pennsylvania will now take place on Friday, September 25; Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27. The schedule includes the running of the 70th Annual “Race of Champions 250” for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series. The event includes three days filled with racing and festivities....more
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  • administrator on Aug 21, 2020
  • Article Date: 8/21/2020
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
DETAILED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE

DETAILED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE...

8/27/2020
The schedule is now set for the September event at Lake Erie Speedway. The Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pennsylvania, which will now take place on Friday, September 25; Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27 will feature the platinum edition 70th Annual “Race of Champions 250” for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series. The event includes three days filled with racing and festivities Friday,...more
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  • administrator on Aug 27, 2020
  • Article Date: 8/27/2020
Tags: Race of Champions, Street Stocks, Asphalt Late Models
CURRENT “TO-DATE” 2021 RACE OF CHA

CURRENT “TO-DATE” 2021 RACE OF CHA...

1/9/2021
Included within and attached is the current Race of Champions Family of Series ”to-date” schedules. The schedule gives fans an opportunity to visit premier racing facilities throughout the Northeast. These dates and locations will bring together traditional events with some exciting additions to the promotional calendar, giving everyone a variety of exciting events throughout the 2021 season to showcase the Race of Champions brand of racing. Race of Champions...more
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  • administrator on Jan 09, 2021
  • Article Date: 1/9/2021
Tags: Chemung Speedrome, Holland International Speedway, Lake Erie Speedway
Celebrate Mother's Day with the Wi

Celebrate Mother's Day with the Wi...

4/25/2021
Join us this Saturday - May 8th to celebrate Mother's Day with the Southern Sprint Car Series Winged Sprints 40, Q Law Pro Trucks 50, Modified Mini twin 25, Thunder Truck 25, & Outlaw Modified 25 return to action to provide a full night of wheel to wheel stock car racing, in honor of Mom's. All Mother's in attendance will be entered into a a drawing for a special gift (Must be present to win) Tickets 5/8/21: Pits- $35 Grandstands: $20 adults; $18 Military, 1st...more
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  • administrator on Apr 25, 2021
  • Article Date: 4/25/2021
Tags: 4-17 Southern Speedway, Sprint Cars, Asphalt Economy Trucks
CROSBY’S PRESENTS THE 32ND ANNUAL

CROSBY’S PRESENTS THE 32ND ANNUAL...

8/10/2021
Holland International Speedway will reopen for the first time with stock car racing this Saturday, August 14 with the running of the Crosby’s presents the 32nd Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony Jankowiak presented by Coca-Cola. It will be the first time 1072 days since the last race at the facility. Discount tickets remain on sale at the listed Crosby’s convenience store locations. The feature of the night will be the 32nd Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony...more
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  • administrator on Aug 10, 2021
  • Article Date: 8/10/2021
Tags: Holland International Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
“KIDS ROC” FACE PAINTING, PRE-RACE

“KIDS ROC” FACE PAINTING, PRE-RACE...

8/12/2021
Crosby’s presents the 32nd Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony Jankowiak sponsored by Coca-Cola at Holland International Speedway has a full plate of activities for race fans of all ages. The “Kids RoC” club will convene for “face painting” near the gazebo entrance at the picnic tables where children can have their faces painted along with receiving a free Race of Champions branded checkered flag provided they sign up for the “Kids RoC” club on MyRacePass. The “Kids...more
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  • administrator on Aug 12, 2021
  • Article Date: 8/12/2021
Tags: Holland International Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
Action Packed Racing Returns to 41

Action Packed Racing Returns to 41...

9/6/2021
The Action returns this Saturday 9/11 as we honor the fallen hero's on the 20th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 after our summer break a full night of racing will take center stage as the Winged Sprint Cars, Street Stock, Thunder Truck, Modified Mini, Outlaw Modified, Mini Stock Winged Sprint cars 40, Street Stock twin 50's, Modified Mini 50, Thunder Truck 25, Mini Stock 25, Outlaw Modified 25 Pits - $35 Grandstands: Adult $20 Seniors 65+, Military, 1st responder...more
Rick Day
  • Rick Day on Sep 06, 2021
  • Article Date: 9/6/2021
Tags: 4-17 Southern Speedway, Sprint Cars, Asphalt Economy Trucks
MAVTV AND MAVTV PLUS TO PROVIDE C

MAVTV AND MAVTV PLUS TO PROVIDE C...

9/22/2021
MAVTV and MAVTV Plus will provide comprehensive coverage of Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, PA on September 25-26.. The coverage will be highlighted with three hours of devoted programming, on tape delayed basis, on MAVTV, the Motorsports Network. The 71st Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250 for the Asphalt Modifieds will be highlighted with a two hour broadcast. In addition, the “Tribute to Joe Reilly 54”...more
Joe Skotnicki
  • Joe Skotnicki on Sep 22, 2021
  • Article Date: 9/22/2021
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt Small Block Modifieds
ANDY JANKOWIAK CAPTURES 71ST ANNUA

ANDY JANKOWIAK CAPTURES 71ST ANNUA...

9/30/2021
Andy Jankowiak of North Tonawanda, N.Y., swept the weekend at Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions at Lake Erie Speedway which concluded with the 71st Annual Lucas Oil Products Race of Champions 250 this past Sunday afternoon. Jankowiak also claimed the “Crown Royal Classic Tribute to Joe Reilly 54”.on Saturday evening for the Race of Champions Sportsman Modified division, which is a traditional part of the weekend. On Sunday afternoon, Jankowiak took the lead...more
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  • administrator on Sep 30, 2021
  • Article Date: 9/30/2021
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
WINGED SPRINT Cars & OPEN WHEEL MO

WINGED SPRINT Cars & OPEN WHEEL MO...

2/13/2022
Saturday, February 19th the lightning fast BG Products Southern Sprint car open their 2022 season with 40 laps of action along with the OPEN WHEEL MODIFIED 50, A-MODIFIED 50, OUTLAW MODIFIED 25, MODIFIED MINI 25 Admission Prices for February 19th are: Pits - $35 Grandstands: Adult $20 Seniors 65+, Military, 1st responder all w/ valid ID only $18 Students 6-17 w/ valid ID only $13 Children 5 & under are free Pit gates open 12pm Grandstand Gates open 4pm Qualifying...more
Rick Day
  • Rick Day on Feb 14, 2022
  • Article Date: 2/13/2022
Tags: 4-17 Southern Speedway, Sprint Cars, A Modifieds
CROSBY’S PRESENTS THE 33rd ANNUAL

CROSBY’S PRESENTS THE 33rd ANNUAL...

7/30/2022
The Crosby’s presents the 33rd Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony Jankowiak sponsored by Coca-Cola will be shown on www.rocmodifiedseries.tv this Saturday, July 30 from Holland (N.Y.) International Speedway and not on the FloRacing MAVTPlus network as originally scheduled. “After speaking with Bob Dillner at MAVTV we agreed that we want the production to be right and not face challenges,” explained Joe Skotnicki, Race of Champions. “There are multiple pieces of...more
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  • administrator on Jul 30, 2022
  • Article Date: 7/30/2022
Tags: Holland International Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
DETAILED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE

DETAILED SCHEDULE SET FOR PRESQUE...

8/4/2022
The schedule for “the Greatest Tradition in Modified Racing” is now set for the September event at Lake Erie Speedway. The Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pennsylvania, which will now take place on Friday, September 23; Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25 will feature the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil “Race of Champions 250” for the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified Series. The event includes three days...more
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  • administrator on Aug 06, 2022
  • Article Date: 8/4/2022
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
Patrick Emerling Wins Ol' Boy Cup

Patrick Emerling Wins Ol' Boy Cup...

8/13/2022
LANCASTER, NY (August 13, 2022) … Orchard Park, NY’s Patrick Emerling took the Joey Sterns-owned racecar to his ninth career Modified win at Lancaster Motorplex, by winning the Ol’ Boy VI. Nik Welshans from West Seneca, NY won his first Street Stock feature of the season. Dave Wollaber from North Tonawanda, NY won his second Mighty TQ Midget feature of the season and 32nd of his career. Charles Palmer from Cheektowaga, NY won his second 4 Cylinder feature of the season...more
Steven Petty
  • Steven Petty on Aug 14, 2022
  • Article Date: 8/13/2022
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Asphalt 4-Cylinders
34th US Open Weekend Set for Septe

34th US Open Weekend Set for Septe...

8/22/2022
LANCASTER, NY (August 22, 2022) … The 34th US Open Weekend at Lancaster Motorplex will take place September 9-11. The weekend is jammed-packed with full fender and open-wheel racing action at the historic Lancaster, NY facility. US Open Weekend kicks off on Friday, September 9 with an open practice for all stock car divisions. Then on Saturday, the Sportsman, NY Super Stocks, 4 Cylinders, and the Mighty TQ Midgets will be in action. Sunday, September 11th will feature...more
Steven Petty
  • Steven Petty on Aug 22, 2022
  • Article Date: 8/22/2022
Tags: Lancaster Speedway, Race of Champions, Small Block Super Championship
THE COUNTDOWN IS ON TO “THE GREATE

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON TO “THE GREATE...

9/5/2022
The countdown is on to the “the Greatest Tradition in Modified Racing”. On Sunday, September now set for the September 25, the Race of Champions Modified Series will compete in the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250 in Northeast, Pa., event at Lake Erie Speedway. The 250-lap race for the Race of Champions Modified Series brings a conclusion to Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend, which is now become a staple at the ultra-modern Lake Erie...more
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  • administrator on Sep 05, 2022
  • Article Date: 9/5/2022
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAM

72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAM...

9/24/2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAMPIONS 250 POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023 AT LAKE ERIE SPEEDWAY Sunday Portion of Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend Moved Due to Inclement Weather – North East, Pa. – (September 24, 2022) – Race of Champions Series management, in conjunction with Lake Erie Speedway and telecast / streaming partners MAVTV on FloRacing, have made the decision to adjust the schedule for the 72nd Annual Lucas...more
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  • administrator on Sep 24, 2022
  • Article Date: 9/24/2022
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
$15,072.72-TO-WIN THE 72ND ANNUAL

$15,072.72-TO-WIN THE 72ND ANNUAL...

3/6/2023
“The Greatest Tradition in Modified Racing”, The Race of Champions Modified Series is getting ready to go and close out Presque Isle Downs & Casino Race of Champions Weekend with a closing act that is second-to-none, the Greatest Tradition in Modified Racing – the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250. $15,072.72 and a year with the Al Gerber Memorial Trophy awaits the winner. The race will now play a pivotal role early on in the chase for the coveted Race of...more
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  • administrator on Mar 06, 2023
  • Article Date: 3/6/2023
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAM

72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAM...

4/10/2023
With the Race of Champions Modified Series opening event at Mahoniing Valley Speedway now complete, the Race of Champions Modified Series is staring at the “fame and glory” of the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250 at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pa., on Saturday, April 22. The Series most recent winner and 2022 Most Popular Driver, Jack Ely of Wall, N.J., is ready to take on the task of “The Greatest Tradition in Modified Racing”. “I’d love to have my...more
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  • administrator on Apr 10, 2023
  • Article Date: 4/10/2023
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
DAREN SCHERER IS THE RACE OF CHAMP

DAREN SCHERER IS THE RACE OF CHAMP...

4/12/2023
When the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250 rolls off for the Race of Champions Modified Series on Saturday, April 22, one driver will be participating for the 20th time in the prestigious event. Daren Scherer of Binghamton, N.Y., has competed in 18 full seasons with the Series and he will be entering the “the Greatest Tradition in Modified Racing” for the 20th time. He has racked up 14 top-ten and 5 top-five finishes in the 19 previous events he has competed...more
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  • administrator on Apr 12, 2023
  • Article Date: 4/12/2023
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
WESTERN NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANIA

WESTERN NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANIA...

4/12/2023
When the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250 rolls off for the Race of Champions Modified Series on Saturday, April 22 it will be the first time since 1982 that a Modified race 200 laps or longer kicks off the racing season in the region. NASCAR Hall of Fame driver and Modified champion Jerry Cook of Rome, NY, won that particular event in 1982. In Cook’s incredible career, he never won the Race of Champions, while competing in it on many occasions. On Saturday,...more
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  • administrator on Apr 12, 2023
  • Article Date: 4/12/2023
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAM

72nd ANNUAL LUCAS OIL RACE OF CHAM...

4/19/2023
Race of Champions Series management, in conjunction with Lake Erie Speedway and telecast partners MAVTV have made the decision to adjust the schedule for the 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions and push the conclusion to Saturday, April 13, 2024, with an inclement reschedule weekend, one week later, Saturday, April 20, 2024. The television schedule for the new date will be updated in the future. “We recognize the weather is just not cooperating and that there will...more
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  • administrator on Apr 19, 2023
  • Article Date: 4/19/2023
Tags: Lake Erie Speedway, Race of Champions, Street Stocks
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