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IMCA Modified Western Region drivers race under Shaw Race Cars banner again in 2022

BATESVILLE, Ark. (March 9, 2022) – The Shaw Race Cars banner flies over IMCA’s Western Region for Modifieds for an 11th consecutive season in 2022. The Batesville, Ark., chassis builder, owned by Scott and Marlene Mosley, again provides a portion of the point fund to be paid to top 10 drivers in point standings for the region that includes tracks in Arizona, California, western Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, northern New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. “Working with IMCA has been very good for us. It’s given our business and our chassis a lot of exposure,” said Mrs. Mosley. “(Executive Director of Competition) Dave Brenn is always available and we can always contact (IMCA President) Brett Root. They make it very easy for us.” The 2022 regional champion will earn $2,500, with $1,250 paid for second, $625 for third, $325 for fourth and $300 for fifth. Sixth through 10th place finishers each receive $200. Drivers must display two Shaw Race Cars logos on their race car to be eligible for point fund shares. Much accomplished veteran and [Read More]

2021 champions among drivers honored at Arlington banquet

MORTON, Minn. (March 9, 2022) – More than 300 people attended the 2021 Arlington Raceway awards banquet March 5 at Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel. Track champions honored were: Mach-1 Sport Compact, Marschall Robinson; IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stock, Matt Olson; IMCA Northern SportMod, Matt Looft; IMCA Sunoco Stock Car, Dan Mackenthun; IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Car, Trevor Serbus; and IMCA Modified, Trent Loverude. Perfect Attendance Awards were given to 57 drivers. ‘Cus It’s Fun awards and $100 certificates from B & B Racing Chassis went to: Mach-1 Sport Compact, Levi Selly; IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stock, Moriah Callahan; IMCA Northern SportMod, Broddy Enter; IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Car, Andrew Allen; IMCA Sunoco Stock Car, Patrick Schauer; and IMCA Modified, Aaron McVenes. Rookie awards were presented to Mach-1 Sport Compact, Gavin Selly; IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stock, Joshua Black; IMCA Northern SportMod, Gavin Maass; IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Car, Matt Johnson; IMCA Sunoco Stock Car, Ryan Bjerkeset; and IMCA Modified, Jonah Padgett. Most Improved awards were presented to: Mach-1 Sport Compact, Emily Senne; IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stock, Taylor Manderfield; IMCA Northern SportMod, Chris [Read More]

Brinn Transmission marks 20th season as IMCA sponsor for Modified special events

BAY CITY, Mich. (March 7, 2022) – The company that puts the emphasis on Performance, Quality and Reliability marks its 20th season of IMCA sponsorship in 2022. Brinn Transmission awards $50 product certificates to top five finishers at 30 designated special events. Those 150 drivers will then be entered in a random drawing, with the winner receiving a new transmission from the Bay City, Mich., manufacturer. “Brinn Transmission has been proud to partner with IMCA over the past 20 years. We have shared steady growth in business and friendship with their great organization,” commented Brinn Senior Vice President Bob Kietzman. “As the sport of racing continues to expand, we look forward to supporting IMCA and the drivers who have been so loyal to us and our products. Thank you IMCA and thank you to everyone who races with Brinn.” Ty Clemens of Belgrade, Mont., a top-five finisher at Electric City Speedway’s Fastest in the Falls special, won the transmission drawing held last December. Product certificates will be mailed after official results from designated specials are received. Brinn also awards a [Read More]

Nebraska’s Drueke wins first career OCRS Sprint feature

By John Rittenoure MEEKER, Okla. (March 5, 2022) – Tyler Drueke traveled a long ways to race his IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Car on Saturday. But the trip was worth it. The Eagle, Neb., resident took the lead with 10 laps remaining and went on to win his first career AmeriFlex Oil Capital Racing Series feature during the second day of the Spring Nationals at Red Dirt Raceway. After a restart on lap 18, Drueke saw his chance to pass Blake Edwards and Sheldon Barksdale for the lead and never looked back. “I just went around on the outside,” Drueke said of his pass of the two for the lead. It was heartbreak for Barksdale who started on the pole and led from the opening lap. Edwards and Rees Moran gave chase and the trio stayed 1-2-3 ‘til the yellow waved on lap 18. Edwards shot around Barksdale for the lead on lap 20 then quickly gave way to Drueke on lap 21. Barksdale fell to fourth. “I was leading those laps and was trying to [Read More]

Shebester wins OCRS season opener

By John Rittenoure MEEKER, Okla. (March 4, 2022) – Steven Shebester led start to finish in Friday’s AmeriFlex Oil Capital Racing Series IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Car season opener at Red Dirt Raceway, but the 25-lap distance was more grueling then Shebester expected. “It was getting a little tough toward the end,” Shebester said about going the distance on opening day of the Red Dirt Raceway Spring Nationals. “Being the first race of the season, I got a little wore out. I need to get back into race shape.” Part of the problem stemmed a fast tacky track that made for a very competitive field. “The track was good,” Shebester said. “I came up on lapped traffic about 15 laps in and they were fast. Everyone was fast. It was good everywhere. You could move around a little bit. On top you could get that momentum going and just rip it.” The race almost went green to checkered until the yellow waved with about seven laps remaining for a turn four spin. “I hated to see that [Read More]

Three IMCA divisions Stampede March 17-19 at Southern Oklahoma Speedway

ARDMORE, Okla. (March 7, 2022) – Southern Oklahoma Speedway’s Southern Stampede special sees three IMCA divisions in action March 17, 18 and 19. IMCA Modifieds run for $2,000 to win and $200 to start on Thursday, $1,000 to win and $100 to start on Friday and $3,000 to win and $300 to start Saturday evening at Ardmore, with each winner earning Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility. Thirty cars will start three-win on the final night. IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars and Smiley’s Racing Products Southern SportMods both run for $1,000 to win and $100 to start on Thursday, $750 to win and $75 to start on Friday and $1,250 to win and $125 to start Saturday. Stock Car winners become B & B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational qualifying eligible. Each race night program will be available on IMCA.TV, which also returns as broadcast partner for weekly race programs at Southern Oklahoma Speedway this season. Pre-entry fee for the Modifieds is $75 for Thursday or Friday, $125 for Saturday or $175 for all three days. Stock [Read More]

Beatrice hosts rescheduled IMCA Spring Nationals March 18-19

BEATRICE, Neb. (March 7, 2022) – Spring Nationals now bring five IMCA divisions to Beatrice Speedway on Friday and Saturday, March 18 and 19. Forecasts for inclement weather have forced track officials to postpone the 29th annual event. IMCA Modifieds race for $2,500 to win, a minimum of $250 to start and Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility, while IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars run for $1,000 to win and a minimum of $100 to start on Friday, $2,000 to win and a minimum of $200 to start on Saturday, and B & B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility both nights. IMCA Northern SportMods run for $1,000 to win and $100 to start, IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stocks for $500 to win and $75 to start each night, and Mach-1 Sport Compacts for $200 to win each night. Modified drivers are guaranteed $100 a day in tow money. Entry fees, which can be mailed to the speedway at Box 753 in Beatrice, Neb., 68310, are $130 for both days or $80 for one day for Modifieds; $35 each [Read More]

Devil’s Bowl primed for March 11, 12 Texas RaceSaver Sprint Nationals

MESQUITE, Texas (March 7, 2022) – The track Where Fast is Fun will be primed to host the second annual Texas 305 RaceSaver Sprint Nationals Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12. The opening night main event at Devil’s Bowl Speedway in Mesquite pays $1,000 to win and a minimum of $200 to start. Saturday’s big show pays $2,000 to win, $1,850 for second, $1,700 for third, $1,600 for fourth, $1,500 for fifth and $1,400 for sixth and then increments of $50 less for each place down to $500 for 24th. Non-qualifier pay is $50 on Friday and $100 on Saturday. IMCA Speedway Motors Weekly Racing National and KMJ Performance State points will be awarded both nights. Gates open Thursday at 3 p.m. and tech starts at 4 p.m. with an open practice to follow; gates open at noon, the grandstand opens at 5 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Spectator admission is $15 for adults, $10 for seniors ages 60 and over, military with ID and students ages 12-15, and free for [Read More]

Justice Brothers/Gillund continues rich racing history, renews IMCA special events awards

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Justice Brothers and Gillund Enterprises continues a rich history and heritage in automotive racing, renewing awards for winners of designated special events during their 26th season as an IMCA sponsor. Drivers in the IMCA Modified, IMCA Sunoco Late Model, IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Car, IMCA Sunoco Stock Car, IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, Smiley’s Racing Products Southern SportMod, Mach-1 Sport Compact and IMCA STARS Mod Lite divisions winning those events receive variety bags of Justice Brothers car care products. All champions crowned at the 40th annual IMCA Speedway Motors Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s and at the 10th annual RaceSaver Sprint Car Nationals receive deluxe boxes of JB products. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minn., Gillund Enterprises distributes the wide line of Justice Brothers Automotive, Agricultural, and Industrial additives, cleaners and lubricants. The Justice Brothers line of products is available at automotive parts retailers, NAPA Auto Parts, Auto Value Auto Parts Stores, Sturdvant’s Auto Parts, and regional retailers Theisen’s, Running’s Supply, Bomgaars Supply, Fleet Farm, L & M Supply, Home of Economy and Menards [Read More]

IMCA Speedway Motors Weekly Racing National Point Standings through March 3

IMCA Modifieds – 1. Chaz Baca, Mesa, Ariz., 508; 2. Zachary Madrid, Phoenix, Ariz., 467; 3. Cody Thompson, Sioux City, Iowa, 338; 4. Ethan Dotson, Bakersfield, Calif., 332; 5. Tim Ward, Chandler, Ariz., 327; 6. Devin Fouquette, Saint Cloud, Minn., 316; 7. William Miller, Yuma, Ariz., 311; 8. Jeremy Mills, Clear Lake, Iowa, 286; 9. Grey Ferrando, Stayton, Ore., 273; 10. Don Shaw, Ham Lake, Minn., 266; 11. Matt Aukland, Glyndon, Minn., 262; 12. Jonathan Mawhinney, Las Vegas, Nev., 251; 13. Austin Kuehl, Cave Creek, Ariz., 250; 14. Tanner Black, Otis, Kan., 244; 15. Braxton Yeager, Green River, Wy., 235; 16. Joshua Cain, Rio Rancho, N.M., 234; 17. Russell Allen, Brawley, Calif., 233; 18. Kollin Hibdon, Pahrump, Nev., 228; 19. Kelsie Foley, Tucson, Ariz., and Denver Dodd, Scottsdale, Ariz., both 227. IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars – 1. Chanse Hollatz, Clear Lake, Iowa, 487; 2. Zachary Madrid, Phoenix, Ariz., 425; 3. Scott Sluka, Casa Grande, Ariz., 384; 4. Christopher McCurdy Jr., Phoenix, Ariz., 377; 5. Shelby Williams, Bonham, Texas, 362; 6. Paul Stone, Winton, Calif., 355; 7. Joe [Read More]