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Henry Comes Out on Top in Hard-Fought Cottage Grove SportMod Feature

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (May 2, 2026) — Jordan Henry prevailed in a hard-fought 25-lap Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMod feature at Cottage Grove Speedway, earning his first win of the season after a race filled with intense battles and constant position changes. Ricky Ashley, in the T.R. Points Trucking-provided No. 8511, won the race to the line on the opening lap ahead of Justin Morgan and quickly built a sizable advantage. Lapped traffic came into play by lap nine, allowing Morgan to close in while also holding off defending track champion Aaron Bloom. Bloom moved into second on lap 11 and challenged for the lead, but contact between the front runners allowed Morgan to take over the top spot the next time around. Shortly after, 2023 track champion Henry found a way through and took command on lap 14. Morgan fought back to briefly reclaim the lead, and Bloom made a bold move between the two before Henry edged back ahead at the line. A lap 20 caution reset the field, but Henry, [Read More]

14-Year-Old Lancaster Cruises to Breakthrough Sport Compact Victory at Cottage Grove

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (Apr. 25, 2026) — The 2026 season opener at Cottage Grove Speedway featured 14-year-old Rowen Lancaster of Eugene turning in a remarkable performance in the Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts, dominating the 20-lap feature to score his first career victory in his division debut. Lancaster wasted little time establishing himself as the driver to beat, leading the opening lap before a caution on lap three slowed the pace. On the restart, he quickly separated from the field and began building a commanding advantage. By the midway point, Lancaster had constructed a sizable lead and showed no signs of slowing, even after encountering lapped traffic on lap nine. Smooth and consistent, he maintained his pace throughout the remainder of the race. At the checkered flag, Lancaster crossed the line with a margin of victory exceeding seven seconds, completing a wire-to-wire effort in impressive fashion. Eric Cooper finished second, while defending track champion Dusten Henderson charged from 15th to third. Charles Trissell and 2024 Oregon State champion Burnie Bryant completed the top five. [Read More]

Mayden Masters Midweek Mayhem with Cottage Grove Modified Triumph

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (Aug. 20, 2025) — Springfield’s Jake Mayden returned to victory lane Wednesday night at Cottage Grove Speedway, scoring the Friesen Performance IMCA Modified feature in round five of the Midweek Mayhem Series. The reigning Cottage Grove track champion, defending Midweek Mayhem Series titlist, and 2021 Oregon State champion wheeled the Dustin Brooks-owned no. 5M to his first win since May and his third of the season in the Shaw Race Cars Western Region. Mayden jumped out front at the drop of the green and never wavered, despite constant pressure from Kevin Williamson in the Superior Fuel Cell-backed no. 42. The only slowdown came on lap one, and from there the leaders navigated heavy traffic around halfway, where Williamson closed the gap but couldn’t complete the pass. Mayden kept his composure and drove to victory, becoming the fifth different winner in as many Midweek Mayhem events this year. Williamson settled for second while Matthew Drager claimed third, the final car on the lead lap. Ashley Dominates SportMods for Fourth Mayhem Win [Read More]

Williamson Unstoppable in Modified Midweek Mayhem at Cottage Grove

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (Aug. 13, 2025) — Jesse Williamson dominated Wednesday’s Friesen Performance IMCA Modified 25-lap feature at Cottage Grove Speedway, scoring his second Shaw Race Cars Western Region victory of 2025. Both wins have come at CGS for the Coburg driver, a multi-time IMCA Wild West Speedweek champion and pilot of the SDMF Customs no. W5 house car. Williamson jumped to the lead at the drop of the green and dealt with slower traffic as early as lap eight. The lone caution waved on lap nine, setting up a slider attempt from defending series and five-time reigning track champion Jake Mayden going into turn one. Williamson kept his cool, reclaimed the point, and set a torrid pace the rest of the way. Even with more lapped traffic on lap 17, he was unshaken and drove to a convincing win over his younger brother Kevin, in the Superior Fuel Cells-owned no. 42, and Mayden in the Dustin Brooks-owned no. 5M. Points Prevails for Fourth SportMod Win of 2025 Salem’s Trevor Points collected his [Read More]

Williamson Wires Cottage Grove Modified Midweek Mayhem

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (July 30, 2025) — Kevin Williamson dominated Wednesday night’s 25-lap Friesen Performance IMCA Modified feature at Cottage Grove Speedway, becoming the third different winner in as many rounds of the 2025 Midweek Mayhem Series. Piloting the Superior Fuel Cells-backed no. 42, the Coburg racer scored his second victory of the season at CGS and in the Shaw Race Cars Western Region. Williamson grabbed the lead on the opening start and quickly separated himself from the rest of the field. He encountered light lapped traffic on lap eight but didn’t skip a beat as he built a commanding advantage. Things got interesting late as heavier traffic came into play with just three laps to go, but the five-time and reigning track champion Jake Mayden, wheeling the Dustin Brooks-owned no. 5M, couldn’t close the gap. Jesse Williamson, a multi-time IMCA Wild West Speedweek champion and older brother to the winner, finished third aboard the SDMF Customs no. W5 house car. Ashley Keeps SportMod Streak Alive at CGS Ricky Ashley continued his Midweek [Read More]

Killingsworth Edges James in Inaugural Frank Brewer Memorial G60 Classic Thriller

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (July 26, 2025) – Ethan Killingsworth came out on top of a thrilling duel with Bricen James to win the inaugural Frank Brewer Memorial G60 Classic at Cottage Grove Speedway. The special-format Friesen Performance IMCA Modified feature, split into two 30-lap segments and paying $3,000 to win, honored longtime racer and track tire vendor Frank Brewer. The victory marked Killingsworth’s third win at CGS this season and his eighth overall in the Shaw Race Cars Western Region. Five-time and reigning track champion Jake Mayden set the tone early, leading the opening lap aboard the Dustin Brooks-owned no. 5M. A caution on lap two brought the field back together, and on the ensuing restart, Killingsworth mounted a challenge. He stayed close through a second yellow on lap seven, then capitalized in turns one and two on the 12th circuit to take over the lead. Traffic became a factor on lap 18, but Killingsworth held tough to lead at the halfway mark ahead of Bricen James and Mayden. The second segment began [Read More]

Inaugural Frank Brewer Memorial G60 Classic Headlines July 26 Program at Cottage Grove

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (July 22, 2025) — A special night of racing is in store at Cottage Grove Speedway this Saturday, July 26, as the historic 1/4-mile clay oval hosts the inaugural Frank Brewer Memorial G60 Classic. The event, honoring longtime tire vendor and Cottage Grove fixture Frank Brewer, will feature the Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds in a unique and lucrative format — and serve as a qualifier for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational, to be held at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s later this summer. Modified drivers will qualify through single-car time trials, with heat races lined up straight off the stopwatch. The only exception is that the fastest car in each heat will start fourth. Winners of each heat race, along with the fastest car that finishes high enough to qualify for the A Main, will advance to the Dash. Any car that starts fourth and wins its heat is automatically awarded the best starting spot possible in the dash, while remaining dash participants will draw [Read More]

David Schmidt, Two-Time Cottage Grove Speedway Champion, Passes at 45

ROSEBURG, Ore. (Jul. 19, 2025) — David Schmidt, a beloved member of the Oregon racing community and two-time Cottage Grove Speedway track champion, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Thursday, July 3, at Cottage Grove Speedway. He was 45. Born on May 4, 1980, David’s life was filled with a deep passion for racing and family. He was a dedicated competitor in many divisions he had become a fixture in the Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMod division, claiming track titles at Cottage Grove in both 2019 and 2024. Known for his steady hand behind the wheel and warm heart in the pits, he earned the respect of fellow drivers. Away from the racetrack, David was a devoted husband, father, and stepfather. He is survived by his wife, Melinda Schmidt; daughter, Sierra Schmidt; and stepchildren, Devin, Taylor, and Sierra Krussow. He also leaves behind his loving parents Ron and Cindy Burton, who supported his racing journey from the very beginning. A celebration of life will be held at noon on Sunday, July 27, at Cottage Grove [Read More]

Muth Masters Modified Midweek Mayhem at Cottage Grove

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (July 16, 2025) –– Brett Muth thrilled his hometown fans with a determined 25-lap victory in Wednesday’s Friesen Performance IMCA Modified feature at Cottage Grove Speedway, the second race of the 2025 Midweek Mayhem Series. The triumph marked his second win of the season in the Shaw Race Cars Western Region. Muth grabbed the lead on the opening lap and looked strong early before the caution waved on lap two. When racing resumed, Kevin Williamson—the wheelman of the Superior Fuel Cells no. 42 machine—began chipping away at Muth’s advantage and caught him by lap 12. What followed was a dramatic side-by-side battle between the pair for several circuits, with Williamson momentarily getting the better of it—only to be forced to relinquish the lead due to a yellow on lap 15. That opened the door for five-time and reigning Cottage Grove Speedway track champion Jake Mayden, who methodically worked the high side aboard the Dustin Brooks-owned no. 5M and surged into the lead on lap 17. But Muth wasn’t done yet—he [Read More]

Sanders Rallies from 18th to Win Ralph Bloom Memorial and Freedom Cup Finale at CGS

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (July 5, 2025) — Matt Sanders came from 18th on the grid to win the fifth annual Ralph Bloom Memorial and clinch his third consecutive Freedom Cup title at Cottage Grove Speedway. The 33-lap Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMod feature paid $3,333 to win and served as the finale to the 2025 Freedom Cup. Hunter Bloom led early before the race was slowed by a couple of quick cautions. Ray Comer moved into the top spot and set the early pace until 2023 Oregon State champion Trevor Points took over on a restart. Points built a comfortable margin as the field shuffled behind him during a caution-heavy middle portion. Sanders, from Brookings, methodically picked his way through the pack. Just past halfway, he used a restart to drive around Points at the line and never looked back. He became the fifth different winner in as many editions of the Ralph Bloom Memorial and recorded his fifth CG win of the season and 10th overall in 2025. Points finished second, followed [Read More]