By Ben Deatherage
MILL HALL, Pa. (Jan. 16, 2025) — Clinton County Speedway will take the next step in its Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing involvement in 2026 by crowning a RaceSaver IMCA Sprint Car track champion.
Traditionally, Clinton County Speedway’s role in the IMCA program has come through various IMCA Sprint Car Special Series events throughout Pennsylvania. Beginning in 2026, the 1/3-mile clay oval will offer a full points-paying schedule, giving drivers the opportunity to chase track, Pennsylvania State and national points.
While Central Pennsylvania is often known for its high-speed half-mile “speed factories,” Clinton County’s bullring-style layout delivers nonstop action and side-by-side racing that has made it a favorite among fans and competitors alike.
The speedway is promoted by Jason McCahan, who enters his 10th year at the helm. His tenure includes an initial stint from 2002–04, followed by his return to promoting duties beginning in 2020.
A 10-race RaceSaver IMCA Sprint Car schedule is currently planned, with events set for April 12, April 24, May 8, May 15, May 29, June 19, July 3, July 17, August 7 and August 28. All races will be held on Friday nights with the exception of the April 12 event.
“I’m really excited Clinton County is on board with IMCA, adding to an amazing group of tracks that are part of the sanctioning body across the country,” McCahan said. “Historically, we’ve been part of a club operation, and this year we’ll still have about the same number of races we normally would have. However, the big change is giving our drivers bonus points by winning the track title and a chance to go after a national championship.”
He also pointed to the area’s past success on the national stage.
“We’ve had racers from this area do that before with Ken Duke Jr. in 2019 and Garrett Bard in 2020,” McCahan said. “We’ve got a strong following here and put on some amazing shows.”
One of the marquee events at Clinton County Speedway is the annual Nittany 40, a 40-lap feature that typically pays $1,000 to win and attracts competitors from across the Keystone State, along with teams from as far away as North Carolina and New York. Additional special events with enhanced purses are also planned and will be announced through the track’s website and social media channels.
“Clinton County boasts one of the strongest car counts in IMCA when it comes to RaceSaver IMCA Sprint Cars on Friday nights and consistently puts on some very good racing,” said IMCA Vice President Jim Stannard.
The latest news and information can be found at clintoncountyspeedway.com or on the Clinton County Speedway Facebook page.
