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$1,269-To-Win Billy Maynard Memorial Set for July 18 at The Hill Speedway

By Ben Deatherage MONROETON, Pa. (July 16, 2025) — The NY-Penn IMCA Modified Series returns to The Hill Speedway this Friday night, July 18, for one of its most meaningful and anticipated events of the season — the Billy Maynard Memorial, paying $1,269 to win. The race honors the late Billy Maynard, a beloved fixture in Northeast dirt track racing, remembered for his passion, friendship, and dedication to the sport. Presented by Jake Maynard and backed by Middendorf Contracting and M.R. Dirt, the event has grown into a powerful annual tribute. The Modified main event has seen a mix of winners over the years, including Brad Sites, Eddie Sites, and Rodney Morgan in 2024, with Keith Lamphere entering as the defending champion. All eyes will be on the 2025 installment to see who adds their name to the honor roll. The Friday night feature is expected to draw a strong field of Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds from across the DeVilbiss Racing Eastern Region, competing as part of the NY-Penn IMCA Modified Series schedule. Fans can expect [Read More]

Big Purses, Big Honors Await at 4th Annual Dave Riley Memorial Race at Park Jefferson

By Ben Deatherage JEFFERSON, S.D. (July 16, 2025) — Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stock drivers from across the region will take center stage on Sunday, July 20, as Park Jefferson International Speedway hosts the 4th Annual Dave Riley Memorial Race. A $2,556 payday awaits the winner of the Hobby Stock main event, making it one of the most lucrative races of the season for the division. The race honors the memory of Dave Riley, a beloved racer and dedicated supporter of grassroots dirt track competition. In addition to the Hobby Stocks, Sunday’s card includes $1,156 to win Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, $1,056 to win Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Late Models, and Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, and $356 to win Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts. The first green flag of the evening drops at 5:30 p.m. The Hobby Stock division has delivered memorable moments at each edition of the memorial. John Cain claimed the inaugural win in 2022, Kaylb Brunssen topped the 2023 event, and Mike Smith of Lake City, Iowa, triumphed in 2024. A full [Read More]

Colorado Alliance Tour Set for Epic Doubleheader Championship Weekend

By Suzan McCoy CALHAN, Col. (Jul. 14, 2025) — The 2025 Colorado Alliance Tour is set to wrap up in spectacular fashion with a high-stakes, high-horsepower doubleheader weekend that will crown champions in six fierce Speedway Motors IMCA divisions. Race fans will be treated to two nights of action-packed dirt track excitement, beginning Friday, July 18th at El Paso County Raceway in Calhan during the El Paso County Fair. And concluding with the Championship Night on Saturday, July 19th at I-76 Speedway in Fort Morgan. With tight point battles across the board, every lap will matter as drivers chase glory in the final races of the BST Promotions’ summer-long regional tour. Point Leaders Heading into the Finale Troy Seidl holds a strong lead with 235 points in the IMCA Modifieds. The most intense battle may come in the IMCA Stock Cars division where Frank Ogden holds a narrow edge with 236 points. DJ Banks (220) and Layne Bellm (217) are hot on his heels, setting the stage for a showdown in Fort Morgan. Ryan Moser enters the [Read More]

14th Annual Richie McGowan Memorial and Bakersfield’s Biggest Fireworks Show This Saturday at Bakersfield Speedway

By Steven Blakesley BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (Jun. 24, 2025) – This Saturday June 28th, Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway honors a great racer and honors America with the 14th Annual Richie McGowan Memorial, featuring Bakersfield’s biggest fireworks show, plus racing for the Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, and Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars. Saturday’s event is the first time Kern Raceway at Enos Ln & I-5 will host the McGowan Memorial. Grandstand gates open at 4pm with hot laps at 5pm. On Track Autographs are scheduled by 5:30pm followed by opening ceremonies, heat races, and main events. Bakersfield’s Biggest Fireworks Show closes the show. General Admission tickets are on sale now at www.BakersfieldSpeedway.com. Adult general admission tickets are $25 with kids ages 6-12 admitted for $15 while kids five and under are free! Parking is free of charge. McGowan was an important figure at Bakersfield Speedway as a racer and fellow competitor, along with his daughter Tina. His memorial race has served as one of the most cherished events of the season throughout [Read More]

Championship Weekend Set to Cap Off Season at Phillips County Raceway on June 28–29

By Suzan McCoy HOLYOKE, Colo. (Jun. 24, 2025) — The 2025 racing season at Phillips County Raceway will go out with a bang as the high banks host a massive Double Header Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, June 28–29, featuring the final IMCA-sanctioned races of the year at the venue. This thrilling two-night finale not only crowns the Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing track champions but also serves as a pivotal stop for the Colorado Alliance Tour (CAT), making it a can’t-miss event for fans and drivers alike. Race fans will be treated to two full nights of action-packed IMCA racing, with Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks, and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts all battling for final season bragging rights and valuable CAT tour points. As the only IMCA-sanctioned event in Colorado this weekend, all eyes turn to Holyoke as drivers from across the region converge to chase championship glory. The unique weekend format features draw-for-heat and redraw-for-feature both nights, promising unpredictable lineups, intense racing, [Read More]

$7,500-to-Win Modified Nationals Returns to Grays Harbor Raceway July 18–19

By Ben Deatherage ELMA, Wash. (June 18, 2025) — One of the biggest Friesen Performance Modified races in the Pacific Northwest returns for its 26th running, as the Modified Nationals takes center stage at Grays Harbor Raceway on Friday and Saturday, July 18–19. The event pays an impressive $7,500 to win and $200 to start Saturday’s 40-lap main event, with over $20,000 in total purse money up for grabs. This IMCA-sanctioned special will feature two nights of intense racing. On Friday, all drivers will compete in two heat races — the first lined up straight-up by pill draw, the second fully inverted by original draw order. Points will be awarded based on finishing position and passing points. The top 18 in overall points from Friday advance directly to Saturday’s A Main, while the rest will transfer into Saturday’s B Mains. Also, Friday night, the prestigious Race of Champions returns — a 25-lap showdown featuring up to 20 drivers who are either former Modified Nationals champions, Modified track champions from the past 10 years, or 2024 Grays [Read More]

Driver and Fan Appreciation Night Set for July 5 at 34 Raceway with Free Admission and Giveaways Galore

By Ben Deatherage WEST BURLINGTON, Iowa (Jun. 18, 2025) — A massive celebration is in store for race fans and teams alike on Saturday, July 5 at 34 Raceway, as Driver and Fan Appreciation Night presented by LaVeine Sanitation features FREE grandstand admission, $14,000 added to the purse, post-race fireworks, and prize giveaways throughout the evening. Five Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly divisions will be in action, with boosted payouts across the board. Headlining the night are the Sunoco IMCA Late Models, Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, and Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, each racing for $1,500 to win and $150 to start. Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts will race for $500 to win and $50 to start. All drivers will receive one free pit pass and a driver goodie bag. Bonus giveaways—including tools, parts, drive shafts, tires, shock rebuilds, etc.—are available only to pre-registered drivers. There are no entry or registration fees, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged to be eligible for the prize drawings. Weekly 34 Raceway drivers are asked to pre-register as well. [Read More]

IMCA.TV Winter Nationals Set for January 20–31 at Central Arizona Raceway

By Ben Deatherage CASA GRANDE, Ariz. (Jun. 18, 2025) — The IMCA.TV Winter Nationals presented by Pitt Stop Motorsports will return to Central Arizona Raceway in 2026, with updated dates announced for the prestigious mid-winter racing tradition. The event is now scheduled for January 20 through January 31, providing teams and fans with warmer temperatures and a better fit on the winter calendar. Traditionally held around New Year’s, the Winter Nationals moves later into the month in 2026. “We are moving it to get away from the holidays and for the weather,” said promoter Brad Whitfield. “It’s about 10 degrees warmer toward the end of the month versus the start. Folks who were used to the Yuma weather when this event was held there in years past should have the same kind of temps.” Central Arizona Raceway promoter Brad Whitfield takes a break from his busy schedule running two race tracks and planning for the upcoming IMCA.TV Winter Nationals, which moves to later dates in January for 2026. (Track Photo) This will mark the second year [Read More]

Stock Car Spotlight Shines on Worthington Speedway on June 14

By Ben Deatherage WORTHINGTON, Minn. (Jun. 12, 2025) — The stars of the Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars will be out in full force this Saturday, June 14 at Worthington Speedway, with a $2,000 payday awaiting the winner of the special event. Stock Cars will run a draw/redraw format and compete for IMCA National, EQ Cylinder Heads Northern Region, Minnesota State, and track points. There is no entry fee for drivers, though a $35 pit pass is required. A free Hoosier Racing Tire will also be given away to one lucky competitor. A lucrative purse structure will reward top finishers, with $1,000 for second, $600 for third, $400 for fourth, and $300 for fifth. Sixth through 10th will pay $250, $240, $230, $220, and $210 respectively, with all other A-main starters earning $200. Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks, and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts will also be part of the program, running under their normal weekly format. Grandstand admission is $18 for adults (18 and over), $10 for ages 13-17, [Read More]

$5,000-To-Win Stock Car Showcase Headlines RTI Nationals at Park Jefferson

By Ben Deatherage JEFFERSON, S.D. (Jun. 7, 2025) — A new era begins at Park Jefferson International Speedway as the RTI Nationals shifts its spotlight to the Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, which headline this year’s program with a lucrative $5,000-to-win and $250-to-start main event on Sunday, June 15. “The RTI Nationals has historically been a SportMod show, and they’re still a big part of the program going for good money,” said Park Jefferson promoter Wayne Becker. “But this year we wanted to try something different and give the Stock Cars a major spotlight. We’ve never had a big Stock Car show since I’ve owned the place, and we want to make it great.” Other divisions also enjoy strong payouts, with Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Late Models, and SportMods each racing for $1,000 to win. The Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts will also be in action, competing for a $500 winner’s share. All divisions except Stock Cars will use the draw/redraw format. The Stock Car class will feature a single set of heat races with lineups [Read More]