Brockton, MA — On Wednesday July 21, Seekonk Speedway hosts the Northeastern Midget Association’s “Showdown of Champions” a star-studded 25-lap event featuring some of the most-heralded racing talent ever assembled in New England.
Announced during a NEMA press conference held at the recent Racers Expo Trade Show in Marlborough, MA. the race will be part of Seekonk’s “Open Wheel Wednesday” event which also features a full slate of action for the NEMA full-Midgets.
Organizers drew from a vast talent pool for the “Showdown” coming up with a cast of championship-caliber competitors representing several different segments of the sport.
Competing in equally-prepared NEMA Lites Series entries in a 25-lap dash will be Nokie & Drew Fornoro, Chris Perley, Russ Wood, Ted Christopher, Mike Stefanik, Bentley Warren, Vinny Annarummo, and Fred Astle. The group represents literally hundreds of victories and multiple championships in everything from Indy Cars, Midgets and Sprint Cars, to Modifieds, Super Modifieds, and Pro Stocks. There remains the possibility of more “notable” racers being added to the roster.
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Published at February 28, 2010
in TVMRS.
Marlborough, MA — Jack Bateman, founder and president of the Modified Racing Series has announced, an agreement has been reached with BobValentiAutomall.com as the title sponsor for the 2010 racing season. Bateman made the disclosure at the all-new Racers Expo, Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center, Marlborough, MA., Saturday, February 27.
“BobValentiAutomall.com has signed on for the new season. We look forward to working with the Valenti family. They are strong supporters of racing and have been for many years. We are pleased to have them as part our series,” Bateman concluded.
Bateman was joined by Bob Valenti Automall representatives including company Vice President Rob Valenti who eagerly looks forward to the new sponsorship.
Continue reading ‘Bob Valenti Automall to Sponsor Modified Racing Series’
Published at February 26, 2010
in Stafford.
Stafford Springs, CT — Michael Bennett has been a champion at Stafford Motor Speedway before and he is looking to once again be a champion at Stafford in 2010. Bennett was the 2005 Limited Late Model track champion and he moved up to the Late Model division for the 2006 season. He has posted a single win in each of the past three seasons and he is ready to make multiple trips to CARQUEST Victory Lane this season as he seeks a second track title for his resume.
“It’s all about winning the championship for us this year,” said Bennett. “With the amount of work everyone on the team has put in this off-season, we can’t settle for anything less than a championship. We’ve put a new front clip on the car and we have a brand new spec engine from Billy the Kid for this season. I feel like I’ve matured as a driver, and the team has been together for 5 years now and they’ve matured as well. We’re all excited about our chances this season. We’ve only been able to win one race in each of the last three seasons, so our goal is to get more than one win this year and to be on the podium as many times as we can this year and win the championship.”
Bennett will once again be piloting the black number 64 car with sponsorship from the Davidson Company, a relationship that Bennett says has been a huge help.
Continue reading ‘Michael Bennett Seeks Multiple Feature Victories, Late Model Track Championship at Stafford Speedway in 2010′
Published at February 26, 2010
in Stafford.
Stafford Springs, CT — After a career best finish of fourth place in the Limited Late Model point standings at Stafford Motor Speedway last season, Carla Botticello is geared up to once again contend for the track championship in 2010. Botticello and her Botticello, Inc. team are busy at work preparing her car for the upcoming season, and she says that she knows what she needs to do this season to be a championship contender.
“We’re usually pretty late putting things together, but we’re working on the car now,” said Botticello. “Every season I have high expectations for myself. If a driver tells you at the beginning of the season that they’re not thinking about the championship, they’re probably lying. We are always looking to win when we come to the racetrack and we want to win the championship this year, but I’m more concerned this year with consistency. In years past it seems like we win or run good one week and then the next week we’re running in the back or something happens to us. If I can be more consistent this year, I feel like we can definitely be championship contenders this year. I just have to figure out a combination that is going to work out best for us this year. It’s going to take a lot of work, but everyone on the team is ready for the challenge this year.”
Continue reading ‘Carla Botticello Looking for Consistency to Carry Her into Championship Contention at Stafford Speedway in 2010′
Published at February 26, 2010
in Stafford.
Stafford Springs, CT — After three full seasons of DARE Stock competition at Stafford Motor Speedway, Dan Flannery made the move up to the Limited Late Model division for the 2009 season and came up just short of winning the track championship. Flannery posted a victory to go along with 9 top-5 and 13 top-10 finishes last season, which earned him Reliable Welding and Speed Rookie of the Year honors. Flannery looks forward to a repeat performance on the track this season and being able to climb the final step on the podium and win the track championship at Stafford this season.
“We’re really looking forward to the season,” said Flannery. “We set the bar a little higher for ourselves this year. Our goal is to get a couple of wins and to win the championship this year.”
It could be said that Flannery has some unfinished business when it comes to the track championship. Last season, Flannery was in position on the track to win the championship in the final race of the season, but a flat tire dropped him both out of the race and out of championship contention.
Continue reading ‘Dan Flannery Looks to Continue Limited Late Model Success in 2010 at Stafford Motor Speedway’
Marlborough, MA — After being in an associate sponsorship position for the past two years, two New Hampshire based companies have teamed up to take on the role of Title Sponsor of the Pro Four Modifieds of New England Racing Series. The RF Logic / Bot-L-Gas Pro Four Modifieds of New England racing series has set a 16 race schedule for 2010 that begins on march 27 at the Waterford Speedbowl and ends at Thompson Speedway for the World Series of Racing weekend.
Based in Hudson, NH, RF Logic is a leading supplier of high quality coaxial cable assemblies, custom test equipment and related components to the RF/Microwave and high-speed digital markets. At RF Logic, the management and technical teams have been organized to provide customer-focused solutions for a wide variety of satellite, commercial, military and telecommunication requirements.
Bot-L-Gas is the leading supplier of propane in southern New Hampshire, providing 24-hour customer service by trained service technicians to both commercial and residential customers.
Continue reading ‘Pro Four Modifieds of New England Racing Series Announces Title Sponsors’
Published at February 26, 2010
in RWJM.
As we continue to look at selected passages from Scripture that detail face to face encounters with Christ we find ourselves at Jacob’s well. One of the most important things we need to sustain life is water. Christ offers us something better, living water. Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
It can be hot at the track in the summer and one of the most welcome sights is a cooler filled with ice cold water. We have seen the effects of dehydration when we don’t drink enough water. I have watched crew members go into shock and need medical attention because they didn’t properly hydrate themselves. Our passage relays the story of a hot summer day and the need for water to quench our thirst.
John 4:7-15; When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Will you give me a drink?” (His disciples had gone into the town to buy food.)
Continue reading ‘Are You Thirsty’
Brockton, MA – Two-time defending champions Tim Bertrand and Randy Cabral were competitors before they were teammates. They shared the podium at the 2002 Boston Louie at Waterford Speedbowl.
Bertrand, in the family car, was second and Cabral, also in a family ride, third to Bobby Santos III in a Seymour machine. It was the first Midget victory for Santos, now a USAC standout. It is a part of NEMA’s long history at the Speedbowl. NEMA opens its 58th season at the three-eights oval on March 27-28.
The Speedbowl has been hosting Midgets since its opening in 1953. Johnny Thomson, considered still to be the area’s premier open cockpit racer, was the winner.
Continue reading ‘NEMA, ‘Bowl Share Exciting History’
Waterford, CT — Speedbowl Management has announced its Late Model division will compete on Goodyear tires in 2010. All competitors will be required to compete on the designated Goodyear tire compound, beginning with the season opening Budweiser Blastoff event March 26-28.
The Goodyear model D2672 and D2882 tires will be introduced. This change helps the Speedbowl become congruent with the ACT Late Model tire program in place across New England and on the ACT’s U.S and Canadian tours. Goodyear tires will be available for purchase by Speedbowl Late Model teams at Budweiser Blastoff opening weekend and each week during the 2010 race season. The tires can also be mounted at the track. The Speedbowl’s Late Model division competes in the NASCAR Whelen All American Series as Division 2.
“The folks at ACT have done their homework and have a good product with this tire” stated Speedbowl Race Director Tom Fox. “Many of our competitors who have competed on these Goodyear tires in the past have liked their performance. We’ve received a lot of positive feedback from competitors in favor of the switch”.
Continue reading ‘Speedbowl Late Model division changes to Goodyear Tire in 2010′
Waterford Speedbowl Management has announced its Late Model division will compete on Goodyear tires in 2010. All competitors will berequired to compete on the designated Goodyear tire compound, beginning with the season opening Budweiser Blastoff event March 26-28.
The Goodyear model D2672 and D2882 tires will be introduced. This change helps the Speedbowl become congruent with the ACT Late Model tire program in place across New England and on the ACT’s U.S and Canadian tours. Goodyear tires will be available for purchase by Speedbowl Late Model teams at Budweiser Blastoff opening weekend and each week during the 2010 race season. The tires can also be mounted at the track. The Speedbowl’s Late Model division competes in the NASCAR Whelen All American Series as Division 2.
Continue reading ‘Waterford Speedbowl Late Model division changes to Goodyear Tire in 2010′
Berwick, ME — Dale Shaw. Brad Leighton. Tom Curley. Some of New England’s most notable racing personalities have stood up and taken notice of young Joey Doiron’s abilities behind the wheel of a stock car.
Doiron, a soft-spoken high school senior, hopes that he’ll continue to open eyes in 2010. One year after winning the ACT Late Model Tour’s Rookie of the Year award, Doiron has his sights sent on the same mark in the PASS North Series this season.
“It will be a lot different,” said the 18-year-old Doiron. “ACT has some good caliber teams there, but going against guys like Richard Moody Racing, Scott Mulkern’s team and Johnny Clark on all those different tracks with PASS this year — it’s going to be a big step for me.”
Continue reading ‘Joey Doiron Tackles New Challenge in 2010′
With the 2010 race season only a couple of months away, the ACT office has compiled an interesting survey of which tracks are the favorites of some veteran and new drivers, as well as several ACT staff members. (All stats are from ACT Late Model Tour or Série ACT Castrol events unless otherwise noted)
#89VT – Scott Payea, Milton, VT – Thunder Road – “Why wouldn’t it be? It’s a driver’s racetrack with two grooves and lots of excitement. The atmosphere there is the best.” The Ouellette Plumbing and Heating team, led by crew chief and team co-owner Chris Companion, has 12 top ten finishes in 16 tour starts, with an average finish of 6.6. They also have two wins.
#41VT - Pete Potvin III, Graniteville, VT – Waterford Speedbowl – “It has good speed, great corners that aren’t too tight with great banking.” The family run team, with Pete’s father as crew chief, has two starts at the ‘Bowl’ and have an average finish of 14th.
#21QC - Jean-François Déry, Quebec City, QC – Autodrome Montmagny – “It’s good to me!” The JF Dery team won the Red Bear 100 at Montmagny in 2009. JF has an impressive 6 top tens in 7 starts with 4 top five finishes. His career average finish at Montmagny is a remarkable 5.7.
Continue reading ‘ACT Drivers’ Favorite Tracks’
Marlborough, MA — You say it’s been a long New England winter and a “racing-fix” is long-overdue to help quell those feelings of cabin-fever? If-so, than the place you want to be on Friday & Saturday Feb 26 & 27 is the 2010 Racers Expo to be held at the Best Western Plaza Hotel at 181 Boston Post Road West in Marlborough, Mass.
The show kicks-off on Friday, running from 4pm to 9pm. Action resumes on Saturday from 10am to 9pm. Sure to be one of the best bargains offered to New England racing enthusiasts in 2010, admission is absolutely-free.
Organizers have assembled an event that’s sure to be enjoyed by everyone from the most casual of motorsports fan to the hardcore enthusiast. Present will be a wide assortment of vendors offering everything from racing equipment to books on the sport. Just some of the companies confirmed to be exhibiting their wares are Seymour Enterprises/The Race Depot, Bell, Hoosier, The Joie of Seating, Nu Tin, and Racing Electronics. Lew Boyd of Coastal 181 Publishing will also be there, offering-up his usual fine selection of racing books and videos.
Continue reading ‘2010 Racers Expo Goes-Green On Feb 26 & 27′
Published at February 19, 2010
in RWJM.
Going places is a way of life especially for those who race. Where have you gone recently? What trips have you made? Did you go because you wanted to or because you needed to? Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Travel is a part of the world we live in. We travel from here to there at a moments notice. We think nothing of getting up and driving someplace. Isn’t it great to have that freedom?
This past weekend the snow prevented my Brother-in-law’s family from flying to Miami to catch a cruise. No problem, they rented a car and drove. It was that or lose the cost of the cruise. I can tell you he was motivated to get there.
That brings up an interesting scenario, what motivates us to go places? Generally it is a race, right? We are in Florida for a race, actually several. There are many options here for racers and race fans, so we travel to Daytona in February. What would happen if we let our travel plans be directed by God? Where would we go then?
Continue reading ‘We Need to Go’
Marlborough, MA — Later this month, the Best Western Plaza Hotel in Marlborough, Massachusetts transforms into the site of one of the years most-anticipated auto racing events, as the 2010 Racers Expo goes-green on Friday, February 26 at 4 pm.
A two-day affair, Friday’s show runs until 9 pm. On Saturday the action continues from 10 am to 9 pm. Admission is free.
Attendees can expect to view wares from a number of the nations top racing equipment vendors. Company representatives will be present to answer any & all questions regarding their product lines.
Also on the slate are a series of informative seminars, along with raffle drawings offering prizes such as a Dirt Track Driving School Session, First Turn Driving School Midget Session, and equipment from renowned racing companies including Bell, Oakley, and The Race Depot.
Continue reading ‘Much Anticipated 2010 Racers Expo Show On-Tap For February 26 & 27′
Norwood, MA — Since the Annual Norwood Arena Reunion started five years ago, the event has grown. Adding a street classic, muscle and antique car show complimented the gathering of race cars, drivers, car owners and officials. Last year’s superb weather resulted in a total of 105 combined race cars, street classic, muscle and antique race cars. Last year the addition of motorcycles resulted in some great looking bikes in attendance. Dash plaques went to the first 100 entries into the reunion and trophy was awarded to be best looking race car, street car and motorcycle. The Bezema family, owners of the dealership on the well known Auto Mile in Norwood, plan to continue on with this event every year on the first Sunday in June. The loss of patriarch Marty Bezema, Sr. last year didn’t put a damper on the festivities planned last June. “My father would have wanted this event to continue,” said Erik Bezema, the principal of the dealership.
With that said, fans attending this year’s event on Sunday, June 6, 2010 can look forward to a another large turnout of oval race cars, drag cars, classic street vehicles and motorcycles. Over the years memorabilia collectors and vendors have requested space. More turn out every year coming from all over New England to show and display their wares.
Continue reading ‘The Sixth Annual Norwood Arena Reunion at Bezema Buick, Pontiac, GMC on Sunday, June 6, 2010′
Meet Thunder Road Late Model Driver Chip Grenier
#9VT Grenier Motorsports Toyota Camry
Hometown: Graniteville, VT
Date of Birth: October 26, 1977
Chip lives with his wife Larissa and their two cats. He works as a foundation mason during the summer and a racecar
fabricator during the winter.
2009 Season: Chip competed on the ACT Tour full-time for the first time during the 2009 season. He earned four top tens in his 12 starts and earned ninth place in the final point standings. He also finished tenth in the 47th Annual Chittenden Bank Milk Bowl. At the 2009 ACT Banquet of Champions he received the 2009 ACT Tour Sportsmanship Award. Chip could also be seen every Thursday night at Thunder Road as the crew chief for Rich Lowrey.
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Published at February 17, 2010
in NHMS.
New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Saturday, February 20 and Sunday, February 21
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
* First snowmobile event at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, the Northeast’s largest sports and entertainment facility.
* First snowmobile event at this site since the 1970’s when the facility was known as Bryar Motorsports Park.
* Combination of a “three-ring circus” and “winter wonderland” with Rock Maple Racing, Rave X, and daSilva Motorsports Radar Run events.
* The Sno Bowl will provide a major economic impact to the State of New Hampshire. Conservative estimate is that this event will infuse 1 million dollars into the area economy over the two days.
* Anticipating 10,000 guests will attend the Sno Bowl over the weekend.
Continue reading ‘Inaugural Sno Bowl presented by Ski-Doo Fast Facts’
Portland, ME — A full spectrum of local and regional oval track racing will be represented this Friday and Saturday at the Portland Expo’s 16th Annual Racin’ Preview 2010.
NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racers from Beech Ridge Motor Speedway’s present will be out in full force, alongside an extensive display of racecars driven by those who built the sport on the Scarborough track’s old dirt surface.
Tracks from throughout the Northern New England region will be represented, including New Hampshire’s Lee USA Speedway, Canaan Fair Speedways and Big Daddy’s Speedbowl; Vermont’s Bear Ridge Speedway and Maine’s Unity Raceway, Richmond Raceway Park and Wiscasset Raceway, among others.
Continue reading ‘Variety spices Racin’ Preview 2010 at the Portland Expo’
Marlborough, MA — Later this month, the Best Western Plaza Hotel in Marlborough, Massachusetts transforms into the site of one of the years most-anticipated auto racing events, as the 2010 Racers Expo goes-green on Friday, February 26 at 4 pm.
A two-day affair, Friday’s show runs until 9 pm. On Saturday the action continues from 10 am to 9 pm. Admission is free.
Attendees can expect to view wares from a number of the nations top racing equipment vendors. Company representatives will be present to answer any & all questions regarding their product lines.
Continue reading ‘Much Anticipated 2010 Racers Expo Show On-Tap For February 26 & 27′
