Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Archives

Olson Holds On and Starry Outduels Shryock in Stock Car Qualifiers

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Sept. 9, 2026) — Kyle Olson survived a caution-filled opener, while Cameron Starry held off a hard-charging Kelly Shryock to win the first two Sunoco IMCA Stock Car qualifiers at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Two 25-lap qualifiers set the inside lane for Saturday’s Big Dance, with the top four finishers from each locking themselves into the championship event. B.J. Wild, aboard the Dwayne Klein-owned No. 22K, grabbed the early advantage in the first qualifier before a red flag stopped the action on the opening circuit. When racing resumed, Wild, the two-time defending IMCA Wild West Speedweek champion, battled Olson for the lead, with Olson edging him at the line to officially lead lap one. Olson established himself out front before the first caution came on lap four. Devin Smith, a two-time Super Nationals winner and two-time Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stock National champion, tried to challenge Olson, but the leader kept him behind. Another caution came on lap seven, followed by a multi-car incident on the ensuing [Read More]

Mallicoat Holds Off Thornton and Laney Charges to Modified Qualifier Wins

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Sept. 9, 2026) — Izac Mallicoat withstood repeated challenges from Dylan Thornton, while Cody Laney charged from 13th and made a late move to win as Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified qualifying got underway at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Two 25-lap qualifiers set the inside lane for Saturday’s Big Dance, with the top four finishers in each earning locked-in starting spots. Kansas’ Ryan Richeimer led the opening circuit of the first qualifier before a caution came out on lap two. Mallicoat took advantage when racing resumed, moving to the point on lap three and beginning to distance himself from the field. Thornton moved into second on lap seven. The three-division Super Nationals winner and 2026 IMCA TV Winter Nationals champion began trying to erase Mallicoat’s advantage before a caution on lap 10. Mallicoat was strong on the restart, and another caution came on lap 14. Thornton stayed with the leader when racing resumed but was not quite in position to make a move. A lap 20 caution [Read More]

Smith Dominates and Stanton Goes Flag-to-Flag in Hobby Stock Qualifiers

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Sept. 9, 2026) — Will Smith dominated the middle-lane qualifier, while Eric Stanton controlled the outside-lane contest as the second round of Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stock qualifying was completed at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s on Wednesday. The two 25-lap qualifiers were originally scheduled for Tuesday but were pushed back by weather. The top eight finishers from each earned starting spots in Saturday’s Big Dance. 2019 track champion Aaron Rudolph led the opening lap before the first caution appeared with one circuit complete. Rudolph pulled away when racing resumed, but another caution on lap three brought the field back together. Smith made his move on lap five, taking command before another yellow two circuits later. The Lake City, Iowa, driver remained strong out front and reached the tail of the field on lap 11. Cautions on laps 18 and 20 erased Smith’s advantage, but neither restart slowed his charge. Smith, who started sixth, controlled the closing circuits to secure the victory and the pole position in the [Read More]

Armstrong Steals Win on Last Lap and Van Wyk Holds Off Sachau in SportMod Qualifiers

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Sept. 9, 2026) — Adam Armstrong capitalized on last-lap drama to capture a wild outside-lane qualifier Wednesday, while Dylan Van Wyk held off two-time defending champion Jake Sachau in the middle-lane qualifier as Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMod qualifying continued at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. The 25-lap middle-lane qualifier was completed Tuesday before weather halted the program. The outside-lane qualifier was pushed to Wednesday morning, with the top eight from each earning starting spots in Saturday’s Big Dance. Kansas’ Austin Carter, grabbed the early lead in the outside-lane qualifier while Hunter Poston and Armstrong fought for second. Armstrong, the 2019 Beatrice Speedway track champion and 2016 Harris Clash winner, secured the runner-up spot on lap six and quickly went after Carter. He worked his way ahead the following circuit, but a caution negated the pass and returned defending Kansas State champion Carter to the lead. Armstrong again challenged when racing resumed, but Carter kept him at bay. Cautions on laps 13 and 16 kept the field [Read More]

Nine New Names Earn B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational Qualifier Wins in August

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 26, 2026) — August competition added nine new drivers to the Sunoco IMCA Stock Car eligibility list for the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational, while nine already eligible drivers added to their qualifying win totals. Drivers become eligible by winning Speedway Motors IMCA-sanctioned events paying $1,000 or more to win, earning the opportunity to qualify for the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational, held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s in September at Boone Speedway. Drivers winning qualifying events paying $5,000 or more receive automatic starting positions in the invitational. Already eligible drivers continued to collect qualifying victories throughout August. Brock Beeter won the Ole Olson Memorial at Nodak Speedway on Aug. 9, while Greg Peck collected victories during the Donald Green Tribute at Park Jefferson Speedway on Aug. 7 and the Bill Kirk Memorial there on Aug. 16. Jayce Reimer won Aug. 21 at Salt City Racing in Hutchinson, Kan., while Kelly Shryock captured the Harken Memorial at Kossuth County Speedway on Aug. 6. [Read More]

All-Star Invitationals Bring 30-Car Fields and Big Awards to Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Aug. 25, 2026) — Thirty drivers in both the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds and Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars will take center stage during America’s Racin’ Vacation at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s when the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational and B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational return to Boone Speedway. Drivers earned eligibility for the invitationals by winning designated All-Star qualifying events paying a minimum of $1,000 to win during the season and last fall. Two rounds of group time trials during Super Nationals week will determine the majority of the 30-car starting fields. The B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 10, with qualifying Wednesday, Sept. 9. Round one of Stock Car group qualifying will advance five drivers from both the EQ Cylinder Heads Northern Region and Southern Region for 10 total qualifiers. Stock Car drivers who won IMCA-sanctioned events paying $5,000 or more to win are guaranteed starting positions in the Invitational. The remainder of the 30-car field will [Read More]

More Than $90,000 in Contingency Awards Up for Grabs at Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Aug. 20, 2026) — More than $90,000 in contingency awards will be up for grabs when hundreds of IMCA competitors converge on Boone Speedway for the 2026 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Competitors in all seven divisions will chase product, product certificates, gift cards, cash bonuses, and other awards throughout America’s Racin’ Vacation, Sept. 5-12. Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, Sunoco IMCA Late Models, Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks, Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMods, Stealth Racing IMCA Mod Lites, and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts will all be part of the contingency program. Dozens of companies from throughout the motorsports industry have contributed to this year’s program, including Abilene Race Rads, AERO Race Wheels, AFCO, Allstar Performance, AutoMeter, Bassett, BHE, Brinn Transmission, BSB Manufacturing, Champ Pans, Coleman Racing Products, CPT Racing Manufacturing, Dominator Race Products, Dynamic Drivelines, Edelbrock, Eibach, EngineQuest, Fast Shafts, Finishline Racing Products, Harris Auto Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, Hyperco, Integra Racing Shocks, Intercomp, Jaz Products, Jerovetz Motorsports Shock Service, Justice Brothers, Kevko Racing, Kirkey [Read More]

Freedom Race Lifts Offers Special Discount for IMCA Racers

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 20, 2026) — IMCA racers looking to upgrade their shop or pit equipment can save on products from Freedom Race Lifts through a special discount available to the IMCA community. Freedom Race Lifts, the Official Race Car Lift of IMCA, is offering 5% off purchases when customers use the promo code IMCA. Owned by engineer and former racer Josh Rodewald, Freedom Race Lifts has developed a line of portable, battery-operated vehicle lifts and jacks designed with racers and mechanics in mind. Its products utilize the company’s proprietary automatic safety locking systems and are designed to provide teams with portable lifting options both at the shop and at the race track. Freedom Race Lifts became the Official Race Car Lift of IMCA earlier this year as the company continued to expand its involvement in grassroots motorsports. Race teams will also have an opportunity to see the company’s products firsthand during the 2026 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Freedom Race Lifts will be on site during America’s Racin’ Vacation with [Read More]

NAPA Fan Zone Offers Full Week of Activities During Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 6, 2026) — The NAPA Fan Zone will once again serve as one of the busiest gathering places during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s, offering activities throughout the week for drivers, crews, sponsors, and fans alike during America’s Racin’ Vacation. Located adjacent to the grandstands at Boone Speedway, the Fan Zone hosts everything from special recognition days and Race of Champions redraws to All-Star Invitational starting position draws, championship celebrations, and the annual engine auction. Activities begin during the NAPA Auto Parts Double Down Prelude weekend. On Saturday, the Boone County Chamber will welcome visitors to the Fan Zone before Super Nationals officially gets underway. Monday’s activities spotlight the future of the sport during Young Guns Day, featuring Junior National competitors. Thursday celebrates Women in IMCA, highlighting Lady Eagle competitors and the women who help make IMCA racing successful. Friday honors military service members during Veterans Appreciation Day, featuring display vehicles from the Salute to Veterans Tour. Championship Saturday concludes with the engine auction and Big [Read More]

Casey’s Continues Longtime Super Nationals Partnership

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 6, 2026) — For more than a decade, Casey’s has been more than the presenting sponsor of the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. The Iowa-based convenience store chain has become woven into the fabric of America’s Racin’ Vacation, supporting racers, fans, and meaningful charitable causes throughout race week at Boone Speedway. One of the company’s longest-running traditions is its partnership with Hope For The Warriors, a national nonprofit organization that provides assistance to combat-wounded service members, military families, and the families of those killed in action. Throughout Super Nationals, Casey’s and IMCA turn every heat race into a chance to give back, with this year’s contribution expected to total $5,000. The presentation will be made in front of the grandstand during Championship Saturday, bringing the partnership’s total contributions to nearly $75,000 over the past 14 years. “Being part of Super Nationals is incredibly special for Casey’s because it brings together two things that define who we are: being part of one of the biggest racing events in [Read More]