Modified News

By Ben Deatherage ROSEBURG, Ore. (June 19, 2026) — Kevin Williamson completed a remarkable comeback to capture his first career Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified Wild West Speedweek victory during the seventh round of the 2026 tour at Douglas County Dirtrack. Washington’s Devon Reed led the opening lap before two-time defending Wild West Speedweek champion and 2024 track champion Bricen James made a daring move exiting turn four to seize the lead. James entered the night having won the previous three Speedweek Modified events at the 3/10-mile oval dating back to 2023. Following a lap four caution, Matt Sanders, winner of the previous night’s feature at Coos Bay Speedway and the last two Wild West Speedweek IMCA Northern SportMod championships, began applying pressure. Sanders eventually took command and looked poised for a second straight victory. He encountered lapped traffic on lap 14 before cautions for debris on lap 26 and another stoppage on lap 31 set up a four-lap sprint to the finish. On the final restart, Sanders found himself under attack from reigning National Rookie of [Read More]

Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds – 1. William Gould, Calera, Okla., 946; 2. Chaz Baca, Jewell, Iowa, 844; 3. Kevin Williamson, Harrisburg, Oregon, 825; 4. Todd Shute, Norwalk, Iowa, 783; 5. Trevor Fitz, Bondurant, Iowa, 776; 6. Jason Barnhill, Milton, Florida, 766; 7. Owen Barnhill, Milton, Florida, 708; 8. Jeremy Mills, Clear Lake, Iowa, 704; 9. Kyle Anton, Gillette, Wyoming, 687; 10. Jared Maupin, Helotes, Texas, 682; 11. Marcus Tomlinson, Turtle Lake, N.D., 671; 12. Markus Frazier, Santa Maria, Calif., 665; 13. Bryson Yeager, Green River, Wyoming, 663; 14. Spencer Diercks, Davenport, Iowa, 656; 15. Grey Ferrando, Scio, Oregon, 640; 16. Matthew Sanders, Brookings, Oregon, 625; 17. Jace Whitt, Hamilton, Mo., 615; 18. Chris Smith, Brewton, Alabama, 610; 19. Izac Mallicoat, Boone, Iowa, 606; 20. Chase Weimer, Eldora, Iowa, 588. Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars – 1. Cameron Starry, Robstown, Texas, 957; 2. Blake Clark, Joshua, Texas, 893; 3. John Oliver Jr., West Burlington, Iowa, 853; 4. Jordan Miles, Bernard, Iowa, 824; 5. Kodey Miles, Bernard, Iowa, 769; 6. Dillon Richards, Wymore, Neb., 758; 7. Jason Batt, [Read More]

By Ben Deatherage COOS BAY, Ore. (June 18, 2026) — Matt Sanders drove away from a stacked field in the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature to capture the sixth round of the 2026 IMCA Wild West Speedweek on the final night of competition at Coos Bay Speedway. Defending Southern Oregon Speedway track champion and reigning National Rookie of the Year Ethan Killingsworth jumped to the early lead before Matt Sanders, winner of Monday’s Modified feature at Cottage Grove Speedway and the last two Wild West Speedweek IMCA Northern SportMod championships, closed in and took command on lap four. Two-time defending Wild West Speedweek champion Bricen James worked his way into second on lap nine aboard the Schram Motorsports No. 13 as he and Killingsworth battled for position. Lapped traffic began to enter the equation around lap 10, but a caution slowed the pace before it could become a major factor. The leaders again encountered slower traffic on lap 19, only for another caution to erase the challenge. On the ensuing restart, James pressured Sanders for the [Read More]

By Ben Deatherage SHOW LOW, Ariz. (June 18, 2026) — One of the Southwest’s premier summer specials returns to Deuce of Clubs Thunder Raceway on June 26-27 as the Budweiser 150 Freedom Nationals brings two nights of Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing action to the high-banked Arizona oval. Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds, Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMods, and Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks will headline the unique two-day format, with each division racing for a $1,500 top prize in Saturday night’s championship features. The Freedom Nationals will also serve as a Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational qualifier, with the Modified winner earning eligibility to try and qualify for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational held during the 2026 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Modifieds, Northern SportMods, and Hobby Stocks will compete for Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing National and Arizona State points. Modified drivers will also race for DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region points, while Hobby Stock competitors will chase B&B Racing Chassis Western Region points. Track points will not be awarded in those [Read More]

By Ben Deatherage COOS BAY, Ore. (June 17, 2026) — Grey Ferrando used lapped traffic to his advantage late in the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature to score his third Wild West Speedweek victory of the week during the fifth round of the 2026 IMCA Wild West Speedweek and the first of two nights at Coos Bay Speedway. Two-time defending Wild West Speedweek champion Bricen James paced the opening laps aboard the Schram Motorsports No. 13 before Matt Sanders, winner of the previous two IMCA Northern SportMod Speedweek championships, worked his way into contention. Sanders executed a move to the inside of turn four on lap four to take command and appeared poised to drive away. Cautions on laps seven and 11 kept the field tightly grouped, however, allowing James and Ferrando to remain within striking distance. While Sanders maintained the lead through the middle stages of the race, James and Ferrando engaged in a spirited battle for second. The trio remained closely packed as lapped traffic entered the equation on lap 24. Attempting to navigate [Read More]

By Joe Verdegan EAGLE RIVER, Wis. (June 17, 2026) — Eagle River Speedway will host a pair of Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational qualifying events on Tuesday, June 30, and Tuesday, July 21, at the third-mile clay oval. Both Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified specials will pay $1,000 to win and $125 to start. A draw/redraw format will be used for both programs. The winner of each event will earn eligibility to attempt to qualify for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational, which will be held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s at Boone Speedway in September. “With all of the card-carrying IMCA Modified drivers just to the south of us, we’ve actually had a pretty good buzz about hosting two of these races,” said promoter Pat Zdroik. “We’re hoping for a decent turnout for both of those scheduled events.” There will be no draw fee for either event. Sponsors for the specials include Dustin White Construction, Mike Winter Seasonal Services, and Harry’s on the Lake. Racing begins at 7 p.m. on both [Read More]

By Becca Pelkey MANDAN, N.D. (June 12, 2026) — Travis Ulmer charged from ninth starting position and edged Jason Berg by inches at the checkered flag to win the Sunoco IMCA Stock Car feature Friday night at Dacotah Speedway. Bismarck’s Brandon Honrud led the field to green before outside front-row starter Berg quickly assumed command. Berg and Matt Dosch spent much of the race battling for the lead while Ulmer steadily worked his way through traffic. A caution with four laps remaining erased Berg’s advantage and set up a dramatic finish. Ulmer moved past Dosch on the restart and immediately challenged Berg. Berg excelled in turns one and two while Ulmer found speed in turns three and four, setting the stage for a thrilling final lap. At the stripe, Ulmer narrowly defeated Berg to score his first Dacotah Speedway victory since June of 2013 and his first EQ Cylinder Heads Northern Region win of the season. Berg settled for second, followed by Dosch, Jason Meidinger and Casey Binstock. Kinzley Captures First Modified Win of Season Quentin [Read More]

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (June 16, 2026) — Grey Ferrando drove to victory in the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature during the fourth round of the 2026 Wild West Speedweek at Cottage Grove Speedway on Tuesday night, earning his second series victory of the week after winning Sunday’s event at River City Speedway and the fourth Speedweek triumph of his career. Defending DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region, Oregon State, and Cottage Grove Speedway champion Kevin Williamson paced the opening lap of the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature before 2017 track champion Grey Ferrando charged to the lead on lap two. A caution on lap three briefly slowed Ferrando’s momentum, but the Scio driver quickly reestablished control on the restart and again after another yellow on lap seven. Ferrando remained untouchable through the middle stages of the race and worked lapped traffic beginning on lap 16. A caution on lap 21 erased his sizable advantage, and Matt Sanders, winner of the previous night’s feature and the last two Wild West Speedweek Northern SportMod championships, advanced [Read More]

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (June 16, 2026) — Winning heat races continues to pay dividends for IMCA competitors thanks to Allstar Performance and its popular Heat Race Winner Awards Program. Now in its 15th season as an IMCA sponsor, the Watervliet, Michigan-based company will once again reward drivers across the country for their success in preliminary competition throughout the 2026 season. Heat race winner decals were distributed to all IMCA-sanctioned tracks at the beginning of the 2026 season. Drivers who accumulate 10 or more heat race victories during the year become eligible for a drawing for a $100 Allstar Performance gift certificate. To be entered, drivers must submit a photo clearly showing the heat race winner decal displayed on their race car. Photos should be emailed to Carson Becker-Graham at cbgramm@imca.com no later than September 21, 2026. In addition to the heat race winner program, Allstar Performance will award a $200 product certificate to each champion crowned at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s and the RaceSaver Nationals. For more information about Allstar Performance [Read More]

By Stephanie Odom SANTA MARIA, Calif. (June 13, 2026) — Gavyn Manning charged from seventh on the grid and used the high side to take the lead on lap 13 en route to victory in the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature at Santa Maria Speedway. Justin Crockett grabbed the early lead and paced the field through the opening half of the 25-lap contest after winning one of the evening’s heat races. Manning steadily worked forward before finding momentum on the cushion and racing into the lead. The Bakersfield driver held off a determined late challenge from Rob Sanders to score his fifth victory of the season in DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region competition. The win was also his second straight triumph and second overall victory of 2026 at Santa Maria Speedway. Sanders finished second, followed by Crockett, Markus Frazier and Cole Szlauko. Heat race victories went to Sanders and Crockett. Landon King earned his third Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMod victory of the season after a spirited late-race battle in the 20-lap feature. Jon McKinley led [Read More]

By Steven Blakesley BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (June 13, 2026) — Points leader Bannister dominated the 25-lap Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature at Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern County Raceway, leading all the way from the pole position after winning his heat race earlier in the evening. The Bakersfield driver scored his seventh victory of the season in the DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region and his second at Bakersfield in 2026. One of the night’s biggest storylines involved 2024 track champion Gavyn Manning, who was among four drivers attempting double-duty between Santa Maria Speedway and Bakersfield Speedway. After winning earlier in the evening at Santa Maria, Manning charged into second place before mechanical issues ended his bid for another victory. Race Liberante finished second, followed by Markus Frazier and Rob Sanders, who were also among the double-duty competitors. Pat Petrie completed the top five. Jason Bannister led all 25 laps of the Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMod feature to secure his third victory of the season, with all three wins coming at Bakersfield Speedway. Dylan Wilson delivered [Read More]

By Ben Deatherage ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. (June 16, 2026) — Sweetwater Speedway will host one of the biggest racing weekends in Wyoming on July 3-4 with the annual Ken Hansen Memorial Modified Spectacular. The two-day event will feature two complete draw/re-draw programs, with competitors racing each night for Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing National, Wyoming State, and regional points. Modified competitors will race for DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region points, Stock Cars for EQ Cylinder Heads Northern Region points, and Hobby Stocks for B&B Racing Chassis Northern Region points. Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds headline the weekend with a $1,000 winner’s share each night. Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars and Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMods will each race for $400 to win, while Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts compete for $300 top prizes. The Ken Hansen Memorial Modified Spectacular will also serve as a Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational qualifier each night. Drivers who win either of the two Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified features will earn eligibility to try and qualify for the 2026 [Read More]

By Shaun Hulbert ELMA, Wash. (June 15, 2026) — Tyson Blood charged from ninth starting position and edged Kyler Moore in a dramatic last-lap battle to win Monday night’s Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature during the Timber Cup at Grays Harbor Raceway. Scott Miller led the opening two circuits before Moore took command on lap three and appeared to have the race under control for much of the 20-lap contest. Blood steadily worked his way through the field and moved into second with eight laps remaining, setting his sights on the leader. Moore maintained a comfortable advantage until a caution with three laps to go erased his lead and set up a thrilling finish. On the restart, Moore and Blood traded the lead multiple times as the pair raced wheel-to-wheel over the closing laps. Blood completed the winning move at the checkered flag, prevailing by just .039 seconds in one of the closest finishes of the season at Grays Harbor Raceway. Moore settled for second, while Brenton Schnitzer completed the podium after finishing only .304 seconds [Read More]

By Blake Anderson ALGER, Wash. (June 13, 2026) — Kyler Moore scored his first DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region victory of the season Saturday night, winning the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature at Skagit Speedway and earning eligibility to attempt to qualify for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Brian Self jumped out to the early lead and paced the opening lap, becoming the first driver to lead a Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature at Skagit Speedway in his career. Moore worked his way past Self on lap two and controlled the race from there. Several late cautions kept the outcome in doubt. A yellow flag with four laps remaining led to a pair of green, white, checkered finishes, extending the race to 27 laps before Moore finally secured the victory. Cole Logan charged from 10th to finish second. Adam Holtrop completed the podium in third, while Tyson Blood advanced from ninth to fourth. Ben Gunderson rounded out the top five.

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (June 15, 2026) — Matt Sanders earned the biggest Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified victory of his career, winning the third round of the 2026 IMCA Wild West Speedweek on Monday night at Cottage Grove Speedway. Reigning National Rookie of the Year and Southern Oregon Speedway track champion Ethan Killingsworth, from California, grabbed the lead at the start and established himself as the driver to beat. He encountered lapped traffic on lap seven but maintained command as Sanders gradually closed the gap. By lap 14, Sanders was within striking distance and began challenging for the lead. A trio of cautions around the halfway mark repeatedly interrupted the battle, with Sanders unable to complete a pass before each yellow flag flew. The Brookings driver finally broke through on lap 25, edging ahead by .067 seconds at the stripe. Killingsworth attempted to counterattack but made contact with the frontstretch wall, allowing 2017 Cottage Grove Speedway champion and River City Speedway winner Grey Ferrando to move into second. A final caution on lap 29 [Read More]