Pro Cup Iowa Starting Line-Up
The rains are falling at Iowa Speedway, and qualifying was washed out. That means the drivers will start in order of point standing positions tonight. Here's the run-down:
1. 16 - Clay Rogers (Mooresville, NC)
2. 56 - AJ Frank (Bluffton, SC)
3. 31 - Logan Ruffin (Memphis, TN) (Rookie)
4. 66 - Benny Gordon (Dubois, PA)
5. 75 - Caleb Holman (Abingdon, VA)
6. 07 - Matt Lofton (Roxoboro, NC)
7. 23 - JP Morgan (Charlotte, NC)
8. 02 - Tyler Young (Midland, TX)
9. 14 - Ryan Heavner (Lincolnton, NC) (Rookie)
10. 13 - John Gibson (Springfield, MO)
11. 41 - Matt Carter (Denver, NC)
12. 51 - Stephen Nasse (Pinellas Park, FL) (Rookie)
13. 9 - Chase Elliott (Dawsonville, GA) (Rookie)
14. 86 - Joey Gase (Cedar Rapids, IA)
15. 83 - Rick Watson (Sevierville, TN)
16. 10 - Johanna Long (Pensacola, FL) (Rookie)
17. 1 - Ted Musgrave, Jr. (Mooresville, NC)
18. 32 - Tyler Van Camp (Knoxville, IA)
19. 65 - Kevin Lepage (Shelburne, VT)
20. 20 - Jody Lavender (Hartsville, NC)
Friday, July 30, 2010
Kimmel Breaks ARCA Drought With Pocono Pole
Though Frank Kimmel has started 34 ARCA Racing Series races since his last visit to victory lane, he's gone even longer without winning The Menards Pole Award presented by Ansell. This afternoon at Pocono (PA) Raceway, the nine-time series champion obliterated one of those droughts in classic fashion.
Kimmel completed his qualifying lap on the 2.5-mile Pocono triangle in just 54.108 seconds (166.334 mph) Friday afternoon to secure the first starting position for tomorrow's Weis Markets 125.
"It was an important pole for us," said the nine-time series champion. "We hadn't had a pole in a couple years, but the car was running really well in practice and I felt like I had a good opportunity to do it so it was just a matter of me going out, getting up on the wheel, and getting the job done."
Mikey Kile took the outside front-row spot with a time of 54.221-seconds.
The Weis Markets 150 goes green Saturday, July 31 at 3PM ET, and can be seen live on SPEED.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Hamner Headed to Wisconisn International on August 03
Josh Hamner has already run some of the biggest races in the Super Late Model world in his young career. From the Snowball Derby to SpeedFest to The All-American 400, Hamner has been a part of all the major events in the Southeast. Now, Hamner will try one of the bigger shows in the Midwest, as he will race this coming Tuesday in the Dixieland 150 at Wisconsin International Raceway. He will drive for one of the region’s best-known teams in the event: 5K Motorsports.
“I am really looking forward to going up there to race for Ken Wills and the 5K Motorsports team,” said Hamner. “It’s going to be different to race with all those guys up there, but at the same time we hope it will be a little bit cooler than what we have in Alabama. I am excited for the opportunity and hope we can have a good finish.”
The Dixieland 150 has had tons of historic winners from Dick Trickle to Butch Miller, Joe Shear and Rich Bickle. Those guys have paved the foundation for the current stars of the Midwest: Steve Carlson, Ross Kenseth, Chris Wimmer, Dan Fredrickson, Nathan Haseleu and more.
“There are a lot of good racers that run that series and the guys who have won this race in the past are a list of who’s who in short track racing. I have run with a few of the ASA Midwest guys in the past, but now we’ll get the chance to race them all in their own backyard.”
The Dixieland 150 will be on Tuesday, August 03, with practice beginning just after 1PM Central Time. Racing starts at 7PM Central Time.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Two Great GMP Races for One Ticket
It'll be a red hot month of August at Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park, as Georgia's newest half-mile oval on will host a pair of high-profile, sizzling nights of racing action.
Best of all, adult fans can see both the August 14 GMP Pro Late Model program and the August 28 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East event for just one low price - $30.
The Two Hot Nights - One Big Discount promotion is only available here.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Nell Ardis Passes
Mrs. Clair Glenelle "Nell" Ardis departed this life on Monday, July 26, 2010.
A resident of Creola, AL, she was the loving wife of John W. Ardis "Johnny" Ardis. Together they enjoyed over 50 years of marriage and countless moments at the race track.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Ardis is survived by two sons, John W. Ardis, Jr. (Melody), Michael Ardis (Danya) and daughter Debra Weideman (Mike).
A loving wife, mother, and grandmother she is also survived by her brothers Alvin Waltman (Glenelle) and Charley Waltman (Beverly) along with six grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services and interment will be held Friday July 30, 2010 at 2:00 pm in MobileMemorialGardens.
Visitation is to be held Friday beginning at 12:30 until service time at the funeral home.
Johnny and Nell Ardis have been regulars of Mobile (AL) International Speedway since the track was founded in the mid-sixties.
Johnny Ardis, with the support of his loving wife, builds motors and race cars for various classes.
Johnny and Nell, as a husband-and-wife team, were responsible for the development of the early-model "skeeter" type Super Modified cars into what is known as a Sprint Car today. Along the way the Ardis race shop had time to turn out countless Super Late Models.
Mobile International Speedway and all associated with the racing facility would like to offer condolences to the Ardis family in their time of loss, grief and sadness.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
ACE Speedway Up For Sale
ACE (NC) Speedway will go up for auction on August 15, if a direct buyer is not secured before that date.
The speedway seems to be thriving, although it has a rocky past. Currently, a variety of prestigious touring series event offerings pepper the speedway's schedule, and fan attendance is remarkably high.
For more information on the sale and the speedway, please click here to read an article by TheTimesNews.com.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Alexander to Join Pollard in VanderLey Assault at Five Flags
Moments ago, Z3Sports.com confirmed rumors of a 'secret' attack on DJ VanderLey's Five Flags (FL) Speedway dominance planned for this Friday night. Originally, only Bubba Pollard was named as a 'ringer' planning to take the green Friday.
Now, Z3Sports.com has learned that Clay Alexander will also be on-hand to go after VanderLey.
To learn more of Five Flags Speedway, and for ticket prices and times, please visit www.fiveflagsspeedway.com.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Five Flags Ringer Rumors Confirmed
Yesterday, Z3Sports.com reported that we were receiving news tips that Bubba Pollard might be heading to Five Flags (FL) Speedway this Friday to attempt to be one of few to outrun DJ VanderLey this season.
Although unclear as to what car he will be driving, a confidential source within speedway management has confirmed that Pollard will be among the starting grid Friday.
Several sources still suggest that he will be driving the Brandon Odom Racing #81 entry. Brandon Odom has made one start in that car at Five Flags this year. He won the event.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
TSRS Action Returns to Thunderhill
The Texas Super Racing Series Late Models will be back in action at Thunderhill (TX) Raceway this weekend.
Practice is Friday from 4PM CT until dusk. Opening ceremonies get underway Saturday at 6PM CT, following opening of the grandstand gates at 4PM CT.
Fans can log on to www.thunderhillraceway.com for more information.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Circle Racing Wheels Added to GMP Contingency Progam
As part of the contingency program at Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park, Circle Racing Wheels will award various Super Late Model, Pro Late Model, Outlaw Late Model, Renegade Street Stock, Mini-Stock and Truck division champions' product certificates throughout the 2010 season.
"We are glad to be part of the 2010 GMP season," said Randy Rabinowitch, Eastern Operations Manager for Circle Racing Wheels. "Hopefully, these weekly awards will help a racer when it comes time to purchase a their next set of racing wheels."
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Rodney Cook Continues ASA National Point Lead
Rodney Cook recently picked up his eighth win of the seasson at ACE (NC) Speedway, bringing him to a 3.3325 average finish position, with two months left in the competition season.
Teams have until September 26 to post results toward the championship, and the winner will get a "tryout" with Joe Gibbs Racing.
"He is making it exciting for our fans," Brad Allen, Promoter of ACE Speedway recently said. "They enjoy watching him work his way through the field and race to the front. He and his closest rival Dustin Rumley along with the rest of the Late Model division are putting on some fantastic races that is getting the crowd on their feet."
Bryan Wordelman is second with a 3.1178 average, having gained his points at Rocky Mountain (UT) Raceways. Ron Daniel rides third with a 3.1156 average - earned at Orange Show (CA) Speedway.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Lanier Offers Air Conditioning to Seniors
Those aged 55 years and up who attend the weekly program at Lanier National (GA) Speedway on Saturday night will enjoy a free stay in the air conditioned VIP suites.
A regularly-priced general admission ticket is required, and quantities are limited. Suites will be occupied on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Pollard to Take on VanderLey Friday?
While Pollard Motorsports refuses to confirm or deny it, sources tell Z3Sports.com that Bubba Pollard will enter the 40-lap Pro Late Model shootout at Five Flags (FL) Speedway this Friday, July 30.
DJ VanderLey has won four of the six races run so far this year in The Five Flags Speedway Pro Late Model Series.
Some accounts suggest that Pollard will pilot the Brandon Odom Racing #81 Chevrolet, while others suggest he will be in either his own Pollard Motorsports #26 entry, or a Ronnie Sanders Racing #18 car.
There are also unconfirmed reports that speedway officials enlisted the help of Pollard, in order to make the show more entertaining for fans.
Brandon Odom Racing also declined an interview on the subject, and offered no comment.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Three ARCA Entrants Pulling Double Duty Saturday
Donny Lia, Chad McCumbee, and Chase Mattioli will all "pull double duty" at Pocono (PA) Raceway Saturday. They will compete first in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series event - scheduled to begin at 1PM ET. Then, they will head over to the ARCA grage and climb behind the wheel of their ARCA Series presented by Re/Max / Menards machines for a 3PM ET start time in The ARCA Series Weis Markets 125.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
LEGENDS: Charlotte Motor Speedway Summer Shootout - Round 8
Round eight of The Charlotte (NC) Motor Speedway Summr Shootout for Legends is slated for today. You can follow along with all the action with LegendsNation.com LN Live right here.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Jill George to Test Roush/Fenway Nationwide Car
Roush/Fenway Racing executives are looking for new talent for their NASCAR Nationwide Series teams. On July 27 and 28, they will take a close look at ARCA Series driver Jill George. She will be among seven drivers getting the opportunity. Her test will take place at Rockingham (NC) Speedway.
George, in addition to her ARCA works, currently sits 14th in The World of Outlaws Dirt Late Model standings.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Gresham NASCAR K&N East Series Schedule Announced
August 28 will mark the first return of NASCAR to Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park since 1987 when Larry Pearson won a pair of NASCAR Busch Series (now Nationwide Series) events at the track. The Jefferson, GA half-mile oval opened as Jefco Speedway in 1967 with a NASCAR Sportsman race and also hosted the NASCAR Grand National Series (now Sprint Cup Series) events in 1968 and 1969 with Cale Yarborough and Bobby Isaac taking the checkered flags.
When the 28th arrives, The NASCAR K&N East Series will take the green at the speedway for their only 2010 stop in the state of Georgia.
The weekend will take the green flag with a fan-friendly 'NASCAR Night' at Funopolis Family Fun Center in Commerce, GA on Friday, August 27. Fans attending the 6-9PM ET event at the five-acre fun park will be able to compete against a NASCAR K&N East Series driver in a number of different activities, including go kart racing, mini bowling, mini golf, team laser tag, bumper cars and various arcade games.
The Saturday, August 28 on-track action at Gresham Motorsports Park gets underway with NASCAR K&N Pro Series practice beginning at 11AM ET. There will also be rotating sessions of GMP Mini Stock, Truck and Renegade Street Stock division practice throughout the day, before the K&N cars qualify at 4PM ET.
An hour-long NASCAR K&N Pro Series driver autograph session is set for 5PM ET, with the 150-lap NASCAR race rolling off at 7:30PM ET (Truck and Renegade main events to follow).
Adult Tickets for the August 28 NASCAR K&N East Series event are just $20. Senior (55 and older) and Active Military tickets are $18. Tickets for children aged 6-12 years are $10, and Kids 5 and under are admitted free. Tickets amy be purchased through the speedway office Monday - Friday from 9Am - 5PM ET, or by clicking here.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
One-Armed Bandit Looking to Take Viper Cash
Korey Ruble has been sidelined with a broken arm for a while. He tells Z3Sports.com that he actually did not miss any scheduled races due to the injury. He was slated to run The Viper Super Series Timber 100 last month in the Royce Johnston Motorsports entry, but RJM did not enter due to engine problems.
Ruble will return to racing on August 07 in The Viper Series Copperhead 100 at South Alabama Speedway. Going up against some stiff competition, only time will tell if his orthopedic situation will hinder his ability to continue the fan-favorite battle between himself and Bubba Pollard in the series.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Tech Issues Continue to Heat Up Discussions
Sunoco Gulf Coast Championship Chief Technical Inspector Ricky Brooks was a guest on In the Groove on BlabTV.com tonight. Brooks, as expected, took heat for his portion of the recent string of top-three drivers being disqualified in post-race tech.
Rumors have been swirling among fans that Augie Grill gained horsepower by replacing his disqualified cylinder heads with a set that Brooks deems legal for competition. Brooks responded to those rumors, calling them outright lies.
"You can tell that to Pinocchio," said Brooks of the claim. "Did Augie [cheat]? No. He's a chassis builder. His engine builder did it. And if [the engine builder] was half the man Jeff Hamner was he'd fess up to his mistakes."
Brooks was referring to the recent CRA Super Series disqualification, in which TJ Reaid was tossed from a second-place finish at Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park. Kyle Busch Motorsports - which owns Reaid's disqualified car - issued a press release stating that they checked their own engine compression after returning to their shop, and found results even further over the legal limit than tech inspectors found. They went on to put the blame on Jeff Hamner of Hamner Racing Engines, and Hamner concurred. Hamner offered an apology to fans and to KBM and Reaid, as well as the sponsors.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Sommerville Apologizes to Fans, Unhappy with Series
Lonnie Sommerville was quite disgusted with CARQUEST maritime Pro Stock Tour officials after a recent event at Speedway 660 in Canada. The 100-lap race included 17 cautions. Sommerville was sent to the rear of the field twice by post-incident penalties.
“I want to first off apologize to all the race fans that had to suffer through that sorry excuse of a race," said a displeased Sommerville. "It’s embarrassing to be a part of a show like that because the reason we are able to race is because of the fans and they deserve a good show. There’s really not much to say about the race tonight or the calls made out there that would be too beneficial for myself or my race team so I’m going to have to pull a Kyle Busch here and refuse to comment about the situation. The people who were in attendance saw everything they needed to tonight to form their own opinion they don’t need to hear mine.”
Sommerville won the race.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Pollard Commands GMP Super Standings
Bubba Pollard was unstoppable in 2009. He won an unprecedented number of races and championships.
While 2010 hasn't been as successful, Pollard is still on quite a roll by most drivers' standards. That 'roll' includes the Super Late Model championship standings at Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park.
Pollard leads Greg Simpson by 65 points, with Jason Hogan another 20 points behind in third.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Superstars Headed to Huntsville Five Times in 2011
The Southern Superstars Series - a young grassroots racing series in Alabama - will make five stops at Huntsville (AL) Speedway in 2011. Although the speedway is for sale, owner Martin Pierce says the events will take place even if a buyer is not found.
The series scheduled five events for the current season at the Huntsville quarter-mile, with two of those yet to come.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
DQ Talk Coming to In the Groove TV Monday
In the wake of a long chain of disqualifications this racing season, Sunoco Gulf Coast Championship Chief Technical Inspector Ricky Brooks will make an appearance on In the Groove on Monday, July 26. Brooks was the tech inspector that began the most recent string of DQ's - overturning Augie Grill's Miller Lite 100 win at Mobile (AL) International Speedway on June 25.
DQ's have been handed out since that time to Brennan Poole (Disqualified from a UARA Stars win at Tri-County (NC) Speedway), TJ Reaid (disqualified from a second-place CRA Super Series finish at Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park, and Tyler Speer (Disqualified from a third-place result in Red Top Auto Auction Super Six Series competition at Lanier National (GA) Speedway).
In the Groove airs every other Monday at 8PM CT on Blab TV, which can be viewed live or archived online at www.blabtv.com.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Snowball Derby Reserved-Ticket Deadline Approaching
Existing Snowball Derby ticket holders are reminded that, the renewal deadline for the 43rd Annual Snowball Derby at Five Flags (FL) Speedway is Monday, August 02. This applies to reserved-seat tickets as well as RV spots in the Carpenter’s Campers Speedway Campground.
Those renewing by mail are also reminded that an August 02 postmark is required to retain existing tickets. Requested upgrades will be processed during the next 2 weeks. All unclaimed tickets will go on sale on Tuesday, August 17.
For more information, or to reserve your tickets, please visit www.fiveflagsspeedway.com.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Another Night, Another DQ
Tyler Speer crossed the finish line in third position Saturday in The Red Top Auto Auction Super Six Series 100 at Lanier National (GA) Speedway. However, post-race technical inspecton did not go as well for the Woodstock, Georgia driver.
Speer was disqualified by series officals for an illegal carburetor booster kit.
The DQ adds to a popular top story for most motorsports media outlets, "water cooler discussions" among fans, and racing-related talk radio programs, as it makes four in as many weeks across the racing scene. Each DQ came from a different chief technical inspector in a different series at a different track.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Formosa and Others Fear Demise of Fairgrounds Speedway-Nashville
Tony Formosa has operated Fairgrounds Speedway-Nashville (TN) this racing season with what appears to be some moderate success. However, he told The Tennessean on Sunday that he is just as unsure about the 5/8-mile speedway's future now as he was when he inked the deal in March 2010 to operate the facility.
Also weighing in with uncertainty and fear that such a closing of the venue would negatively impact racing as a whole were Bobby Hamilton, Jr., Dillon Oliver, and Martin Pierce, who promotes a small track in Huntsville, AL: Huntsville Speedway.
Please click here to view the article in it's entirety at tennessean.com.
Friday, July 23, 2010
AR Bodies to Offer Contingencies at GMP
Gresham Motorsports (GA) Park has announced that AR Bodies has provided the Jefferson, GA racing facility with an extensive contingency program for its 2010 competitors.
As part of the contingency program at Gresham Motorsports Park, AR Bodies will award the 2010 Super Late Model, Pro Late Model, Outlaw Late Model, Renegade Street Stock, Mini-Stock and Truck division champions various parts ranging from full bodies to noses, tails, roofs and various other body parts.
AR Bodies will also provide parts to the winners of the Super and Pro Late Model divisions at the 27th Annual World Crown 300 on November 12-14 as part of Gresham Motorsports Park contingency program.
"We're extremely proud to be associated with AR Bodies," said Dan Elliott, General Manager of Gresham Motorsports Park. "We want to be able to help our competitors and this ARbodies program only compliments the other programs that we already have in place at Gresham Motorsports Park. This isn't just about us. We feel if we can help our competitors and suppliers, then it helps all of us. We're all in this together."
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Lee Fields Memorial 150 Procedure Changes
The annual Lee Fields Memorial 100 at Mobile (AL) International Speedway will become The Lee Fields Memorial 150 on September 03 - 04, 2010.
The prestigious event will gain more than 50 extra laps; it will gain an extra day. In the past, the race was preceded on Friday by a 100-lap Pro Late Model event at Five Flags (FL) Speedway. This year it will stand alone as a Friday - Saturday event, and there will be no Deep South Triple Header - a bonus offered last season for the highest average finisher of the Mobile and Five Flags races, plus South Alabama Speedway's annual Alabama 200.
Yet another change will be the addition of a competition caution at lap 75. The procedures for the caution will be those used in The Sunoco Gulf Coast Championship Series. Teams will have five minutes on pit road without losing position to make any necessary adjustments and tire changes. A maximum of six new tires will be allowed for qualifying and racing combined.
The most pleasing announcement concerning race teams is the payout. The Lee Fields Memorial winner will earn a $4,000 check, plus any bonuses or contingencies that may be applied.
Bubba Pollard swept the Five Flags / Mobile weekend in 2009, with Chris Davidson taking The Alabama 200.
You can log on to www.mobilespeedway.net 24 hours per day for more information on The Lee Fields Memorial 150, and check the Z3Sports.com archives for live Z3 Radio and Virtual Ticket broadcasts of all three 2009 events.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Lanier Announces 2011 Shriners' Bowl, Speedfest Dates
Lanier National (GA) Speedway announced today the dates for two of their biggest 2011 events.
The Ice Cold Shriners' Bowl, hosted by NASCAR Sprint Cup star David Ragan, will be held January 08 - 09, 2011. The event will again feature Pro Late Models, which will be joined in support by the Legends, Bandolero, Outlaw Late Model, Mini-Stock, and Super Truck divisions.
January 28 - 30, 2011 will be the date of Lanier's annual Speedfest. The format will remain virtually unchanged, with Pro Late Model competition on Saturday supporting the big Super Late Model show on Sunday.
“We are pleased to be able to announce this early in the year that yes - we will be swinging open the gates - and excited to host two of the biggest racing events of the year, and invite everyone with a race car, or visions of wanting to see a race to go ahead and plan on making your visit to Lanier National Speedway for both of these weekends,” said Lanier Owner and Promoter Donnie Clack.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
LEGENDS: LN Live Kangaroo Express Summer Shootout Coverage
Round seven of The 2010 Kangaroo Express Summer Shootout is underway at Charlotte (NC) Motor Speedway. You can click here to feel all the excitement with LegendsNation.com LN Live coverage of every lap.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Smokers Racin' Has a New Home
Smokersracin.com has moved to a new online home at www.shorttrackin.info. Be sure to stop by for all your biggest racing headlines in one place.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Kids' Night at Mobile July 31
The Midwest Cooling Tower Service Pro Late Models will be in action at Mobile (AL) International Speedway on July 31, along with local division action. What is different about the evening agenda, however, is that children aged 11 years or younger will be admitted free of charge.
Additionally, they will have the opportunity to ride in a race car or the MIS pace car for a couple of laps around the half-mile speed plant.
The deal is each youngster who wants to ride must present a good report card from this past school year, showing his or her promotion to the next grade for the coming school season.
More information may be obtained online at www.mobilespeedway.net.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
RESULTS: Mobile (AL) International Speedway
Mobile (AL) International Speedway hosted a 40-lap Pro Late Model shootout Saturday night, with DJ VanderLey taking his ninth such win of the season. Here's the run-down:
1. 72 - DJ VanderLey (Mobile, AL)
2. 40 - Dave Mader III (Irvington, AL)
3. 22 - Josh Bragg (Helena, MS)
4. 54 - Dewey Niedecken, Jr. (Pensacola, FL)
5. 10 - Chad Robinson (Mobile, AL)
6. 52 - Eric Courville (Gonzales, LA)
7. F16 - Bryan Barrett (Clinton, LA)
8. 12 - Greg Poole (Saraland, AL)
9. 64 - David Jones (Mobile, AL)
10. 28 - Thomas Praytor (Mobile, AL)
11. 4 - Elliott Massey (Lucedale, MS)
Friday, July 16, 2010
Brooks Takes Tech on the Road
Ricky Brooks decided to take the top three finishers of tonight's 40-lap Pro Late Model event at Five Flags (FL) Speedway to a local chassis dynomometer for testing. Here are the results of the test, in the order the drivers finished the race:
1. DJ VanderLey - 387 horespower (Blue Oval Ford engine)
2. Shanna Ard - 375 horsepower (Chevrolet engine)
3. Tommy Rollins - 396 horsepower (McGunegill engine)
We at Z3Sports.com also received reports that Ronnie Smith's brand new Chevrolet engine put out 394 horsepower in a private test on Wednesday. Smith finished fifth tonight.
Friday, July 16, 2010
VanderLey Takes Another One at Five Flags
Mobile, Alabama's DJ VanderLey took his eighth Pro Late Model shootout win of the year tonight. This win came at Five Flags (FL) Speedway, in a 40-lapper. The victory marks his fourth of the season at the Pensacola half-mile
VanderLey was followed by Shanna Ard of Milton, FL, David Jones of Mobile, AL, Tommy Rollins of Pensacola, FL, and Ronnie Smith of Pensacola, FL. Dave Mader III came home sixth, with Kyle Bryant seventh and Robert Royce eighth.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Five Flags Qualifying Results
Qualifying for tonight's 40-lap Pro Late Model shootout at Five Flags (FL) Speedway has just concluded. DJ VanderLey, who has dominated this season, took the pole with a 17.103-seconds lap, but rolled a five on the die for a five-car invert in the eight-car field.
Here are your top five qualifiers:
1. 2 - DJ VanderLey (Mobile, AL) 17.103
2. 12 - Tommy Rollins (Pensacola, FL) 17.263
3. 40 - Dave Mader III (Irvington, AL) 17.331
4. 64 - David Jones (Mobile, AL) 17.429
5. 29 - Shanna Ard (Milton, FL) 17.435
Friday, July 16, 2010
Current Pro Cup at MMS Entries
The USAR Pro Cup Series Heritage Truck Centers 250 goes green at Motor Mile (VA) Speedway tomorrow, and the entry list suggests it's going to be a whale of a show.
Rising star Chase Elliott will make his first start at MMS and his second Pro Cup start. He will join the usual USAR "heavy hitters" like Clay Rogers, J.P. Morgan, Jeff Agnew, Caleb Holman, and more.
Here's the list of entrants as of 8:00PM ET on Friday:
5 - Ronnie Souders, Jr. (Beloit, OH)
8 - Mark McFarland (Mooresville, NC)
9 - Chase Elliott (Dawsonville, GA)
12 - Michael Mohelski (Frederick, MD)
14 - Ryan Heavner (Lincolnton, NC)
16 - Clay Rogers (Mooresville, NC)
21 - Derrick Kelley (Auburndale, FL)
23 - J.P. Morgan (Charlotte, NC)
31 - Logan Ruffin (Memphis, TN)
41 - David Wilson (Sarasota, FL)
55 - Tom Powers, Jr. (Orange Park, FL)
56 - Brnadon Ward (Winston-Salem, NC)
59 - John Gibson (Springfield, MO)
65 - AJ Frank (Bluffton, SC)
66 - Benny Gordon (Dubois, PA)
73 - Jeff Agnew (Floyd, VA)
75 - Caleb Holman (Abingdon, VA)
83 - Dylan Presnell (Sevierville, TN)
86 - Andrew Gordon (Dubois, PA)
89 - Joseph Lewis (Hopeful, GA)
02 - Tyler Young (Midland, TX)
04 - Larry Barrett (Ringgold, VA)
05 - Tom Powers, Sr. (Middleburg, FL)
07 - Matt Lofton (Roxboro, NC)
Friday, July 16, 2010
VanderLey Looking to Extend Point Lead Tonight
Mobile, Alabama's DJ VanderLey has been on a mission in Pro Late Model shootout races this year. He has taken seven of the ten such races run at Five Flags (FL) Speedway and Mobile (AL) International Speedway this year.
The FFS PLM Series and Midwest Cooling Tower Service Series at MIS roll on this weekend. First up - tonight - it's 40 laps of green-flag racing at Five Flags.
VanderLey won't pull off a win easily, however. Ronnie Smith, David Jones, and many others will be gunning for him.
Stay tuned to Z3Sports.com for results. In the meantime, here's the current top-five in the point standings at Five Flags Speedway:
1. DJ VanderLey 293
2. Ronnie Smith 286
3. Tommy Rollins 276
4. David Jones 247
5. Kyle Bryant 212
