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Scott Cook One Eye Memorial Set for May 29 at Kossuth County Speedway

By Ben Deatherage ALGONA, Iowa (May 28, 2025) — A special tribute to a beloved local individual headlines the action this Thursday night at Kossuth County Speedway, as the inaugural Scott Cook One Eye Memorial brings the Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods to center stage. The marquee feature will award $1,000 to win and $100 to start, honoring the legacy of Scott Cook with a strong field expected for the one-of-a-kind event. Drivers and fans alike are invited to remember Cook and celebrate his passion for racing with a full night of IMCA-sanctioned competition. In addition to the SportMod headliner, Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds will also be racing for a boosted purse, with an extra $100 added to the Modified feature winner’s payday. Also on the card are the Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks, and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts, all competing for IMCA Speedway Motors Weekly Racing National, regional, state, and track points. Grandstand admission is just $12.00, and kids 12 and under are admitted free. Pit passes are $30.00. The pit gate [Read More]

Third Annual MODtana Nationals Return to Gallatin Speedway with $5,000 on the Line

By Ben Deatherage BELGRADE, Mont. (May 28, 2025) — The third annual MODtana Nationals roar back into Gallatin Speedway on Friday and Saturday, June 27-28, featuring two nights of Friesen Performance IMCA Modified action and one of Montana’s richest payouts of the season. Friday night kicks off the weekend with a double-heat format to set lineups for Saturday’s feature finale, which will run for 55 laps in honor of promoter Dave Weisz’s former car number. The Saturday main event awards a $5,000 top prize, while second place earns $3,000, third gets $2,000, and all top 10 finishers pocket at least $1,000. Drivers who make the show receive a minimum of $400. “This is a great event that pays really well throughout the field and not just at the top,” said promoter Dave Weisz. “We are trying to build it each year and hope to make it better and better. It’s a weekend where fans can see a lot of exciting racing, and drivers know they’ll be rewarded no matter where they finish.” Colorado’s Ricky Alvarado captured [Read More]

2025 IMCA Wild West Speedweek Set for Seven Races in Eight Nights Across Oregon

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (May 22, 2025) — The best of the West will once again converge in the Pacific Northwest as the 2025 edition of IMCA Wild West Speedweek returns for a thrilling stretch of racing from June 14 through June 21, featuring seven races at six tracks over eight nights, all within the borders of Oregon for the first time in several years. The tour opens Saturday, June 14 at Southern Oregon Speedway, then heads northwest to Coos Bay Speedway for a two-night stay on June 15 and 16. The action continues Tuesday, June 17 at the Douglas County Dirt Track, followed by a midweek break on Wednesday, June 18, for a Pit Party at Cottage Grove Speedway. The engines fire back up on Thursday, June 19, at Cottage Grove, then roll into Willamette Speedway on Friday, June 20, before the grand finale at Sunset Speedway Park on Saturday, June 21. This year’s tour features Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, and Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods. Speedweek has been sanctioned [Read More]

$10,000 Payday Headlines 17th Annual Clash at the Creek at 141 Speedway

By Ben Deatherage FRANCIS CREEK, Wis. (May 27, 2025) — One of Wisconsin’s richest and most prestigious dirt track events returns to 141 Speedway this June as the 17th annual Clash at the Creek, presented by Quietwoods RV, promises two nights of thrilling and a massive payday for the Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds. Set for Tuesday and Wednesday, June 10-11, with a Test and Tune session on Monday, June 9, the Clash will pay a whopping $10,000 to the Modified feature winner on Wednesday night. The format has been revamped for 2025 to create even more competitive racing and opportunities for drivers to reach the main event. Tuesday’s program will feature split qualifying features, each with a maximum of 24 cars. Lineups will be determined based on heat race finishes, with heat race lineups themselves set by draw. The top five finishers from each of Tuesday’s qualifiers will be locked into the Wednesday finale. Drivers who don’t transfer to the big show won’t go home empty-handed—a 24-car Non-Qualifier race paying $1,000 to win will also be held [Read More]

I-96 Speedway Hosts $3,000-to-Win IMCA Modified Special June 6

By Ben Deatherage LAKE ODESSA, Mich. (May 27, 2025) — A rich payday is on the line Friday, June 6, as I-96 Speedway welcomes the Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds—presented locally by Hubbco Race Products—for one of Michigan’s highest-paying Modified events with $3,000 to win. The historic 4/10-mile dirt oval in Lake Odessa, which began IMCA sanctioning in 1988, has long been a cornerstone for Modified competition in the Great Lakes region. That legacy continues in 2025 as the event draws top regional and national talent. “I-96 Speedway is excited to bring a big-money event for the Modifieds,” said Larry Curtiss, owner of the facility. “Our goal is to keep building momentum for IMCA racing in Michigan and to give fans and drivers a standout show.” Along with the $3,000 winner’s share, Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing National, DeVilbiss Racing Eastern Region, and Michigan State points will be awarded. The winner will also be added to the eligibility list for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational, held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s [Read More]

Dierks Dominates Davenport for $1,000 Payday

By Mike McGuire DAVENPORT, Iowa (May 16, 2025) — Davenport Speedway hosted another $1,000-to-win Friesen Performance IMCA Modified feature on Friday night, with the winner earning a spot on the eligibility list to qualify for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational later this summer. Brad Dierks capitalized on his pole position, leading all twenty laps to capture the flag-to-flag victory and secure his All-Star eligibility to try and qualify for the race at the 2025 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Dierks was untouchable from the drop of the green, building a comfortable lead and never looking back as he cruised to the win, his first this season in the Razor Chassis North Central Region. Ben Chapman started alongside Dierks on the front row and pressured the leader in the early stages. Still, as the laps wound down, Dierks maintained his advantage, preventing Chapman from making any significant challenge. Meanwhile, Spencer Diercks methodically worked his way from sixth to third. Veloz Cruises to Second Straight Late Model Win Logan Veloz made it back-to-back wins [Read More]

Three-Night Corn Belt Clash Brings Big Payouts for Mod Lites Across Iowa

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (May 15, 2025) — The Corn Belt Clash returns with three straight nights of intense Stealth Racing IMCA STARS Mod Lite action, kicking off on Friday, May 23 at Marshalltown Speedway, continuing Saturday at Boone Speedway, and wrapping up Sunday at Stuart Speedway. “This event has become a staple for Mod Lites,” said Jimmy May, Mod Lite Director. “It’s the fifth year under IMCA, and it’s a great opportunity for drivers to compete at multiple tracks over one weekend while chasing a solid point fund.” Drivers will battle for $500 to win each night with $100 to start. In addition, the Top 20 in overall Clash points will each receive $350, thanks to the generous support of Vessco, Superior Race Cars, and several anonymous sponsors. Peak Decals will provide the big checks for each night’s winners, while Weekend Performance will give $30 cash to every heat race winner. “This point fund is a big motivator for teams to come out and run the entire weekend,” May added. “With three nights of [Read More]

West Coast Modified Clash Brings Two Nights of Racing and Fireworks to Grays Harbor Raceway

By Shaun Hulburt ELMA, Wash. (May 14, 2025) — The 6th Annual West Coast Modified Clash will roar into Grays Harbor Raceway over Memorial Day weekend with two complete shows for the Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds and Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, along with a post-race fireworks spectacular on Sunday night. The Modified Clash kicks off on Saturday, May 24, with a $2,000-to-win feature for the IMCA Modifieds, locking in the top four finishers for Sunday’s $2,500-to-win finale. The SportMods will run two separate, point-paying shows each night, with $600 on the line for each feature. “This is the start of our summer schedule, and we’re excited to showcase the Modified Clash with two nights of intense IMCA Modified and SportMod action,” said Bert Johnson, manager of Grays Harbor Raceway. Entry fees are $80 for Modifieds and $40 for SportMods. All entry forms and rules are available on the Grays Harbor Raceway website under the Modified Clash section on the rules page. Complete event details can be found at www.graysharborraceway.com/rules/. Cars will hot lap with their heat [Read More]

13th Annual Sunflower Classic Returns to RPM Speedway

HAYS, Kansas (Mar. 19, 2025) – The Sunflower Classic is back at RPM Speedway on March 28-29, bringing two nights of action-packed racing. With a draw/redraw format, drivers will battle it out for big payouts, and fans can expect plenty of excitement on the track. IMCA Modifieds will race for $1,000 to win each night, while IMCA Stock Cars have a $750 top prize. IMCA SportMods and IMCA Hobby Stocks each offer $500 to the winner, and IMCA Sport Compacts will race for $200. The weekend kicks off Thursday with a Test & Tune session at 5 p.m. Racing gets underway Friday and Saturday, with gates opening at 3 p.m., hot laps at 5 p.m., and the first green flag at 6 p.m. Entry fees are set at $100 for Modifieds, $75 for Stock Cars, $50 for SportMods and Hobby Stocks, and $35 for Sport Compacts. Pit passes are $25 on Thursday and $30 on race nights. Presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, the Sunflower Classic is a must-see event, awarding state, regional, national, and track [Read More]

Six IMCA divisions in action at Beatrice Octoberfest

BEATRICE, Neb. (Oct. 7, 2024) – Six IMCA divisions are in action both nights of Beatrice Speedway’s season-ending Octoberfest special Oct. 11 and 12. Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds race for $1,000 to win on Friday and $2,000 to win on Saturday. A minimum of $200 will be paid to start and winners of both features become Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational qualifying eligible. Both IMCA Sunoco Stock Car features pay $750 to win with those drivers earning B & B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility. Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMod features pay $750 to win, Stealth Racing IMCA STARS Mod Lite and IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stock features $500 to win, and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compact features $200 to win. Entry fees each day are $50 for the Modifieds, $25 for the Stock Cars, Hobby Stocks and Northern SportMods, and $20 for the Mod Lites. An open practice runs from 7-9:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10. Pit passes are $15. Pit gates open at 4 p.m., the draw closes at 6:30 p.m. and racing starts at [Read More]