Pro Four Modifieds Announce 2008 Schedule
The Pro Four Modifieds always provide exciting side by side racing at every track they go to and 2008 will not be an exception. 2007 Pro Four Modified Champion Norm Wrenn looks to defend his title against formidable competition.
Among those competitors looking to claim the 2008 Championship are:
2006 champion George Sherman
Pro Four Modified Rookie of the Year Phil Lausier
The always fast Richardi brothers, Dave and Rob, Jr
Two time 2007 winner Corey Cleary
Founding member Dan Meservey
2007 Limited Pro Four Champion Brian Vincent looks to make the move up to the Pro Four Modified division and should prove to be a contender as well.
The Limited Pro Four Modified Division continues to grow again in 2008. As many other series look for way to develop talent and grow their divisions, this “feeder”division was first introduced on March 13, 2004 as the Limited Sportsman entry. In 2007, it was renamed and is referred to as the “Limited” Pro-Four. The “Limited” Pro-Four is the brainchild of former Presidents Joe Lemay and Tony Mendoza, and is promoted as a less expensive alternative to introduce more racers to an open wheeled touring racing experience. The “Limited” Division has in addition to limited specifications, a 200 lbs weight break and its own Championship Points. The “Limited” Pro-Fours compete at the same time as the Pro-Four Modifieds, creating a “race within a race.” Joe Lemay, Stan Mertz and newcomer Billy Joerres are among those looking to compete for the 2008 Limited Pro Four Division championship.
We look forward to all the new drivers and teams that are expected to join the series in 2008 from all over New England. The upcoming racing season brings the Pro Four Modifieds of New England Racing series to new tracks and exciting events that should make 2008 a year to remember.
Triple Crown Series at Lee USA Speedway
May 16th, July 18th, and August 22nd. There will be an additional $2,000 in purse money for this Triple Crown series that is co-sponsored by RF Logic of Hudson, NH and Bot-L-Gas, Inc. of Nashua, 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. RF Logic is based in Hudson, NH. The additional purse will be awarded based upon the points accumulated from all three events combined. Bot-L-Gas, Inc.
Twin State Speedway
This will be a return to this racetrack in 2008. We look forward to meeting new race fans at this 1/3 mile semi-banked asphalt oval. This race will be co-sponsored by RF Logic of Hudson, NH and Bot-L-Gas, Inc. of Nashua, NH.
Monadnock Speedway
The Pro Four Modifieds of New England racing competitors look forward to the four events scheduled at this 1/4 mile high banked oval. All four events will be co-sponsored by RF Logic of Hudson, NH and Bot-L-Gas, Inc. of Nashua, NH.
Waterford Speedbowl
The Pro Four Modifieds of New England racing series returned to this historic CT racetrack in 2008. The Pro Four Modifieds kick off their season with the Modified Nationals event on April 12, 2008. With another date in May sponsored by Kraze Korlacki Speed Equipment and an exciting weekend of racing scheduled for the Waterford finale on Oct 4-5, 2008, this track is one that many Pro Four Modified drivers look forward to the two groove racing that is sure to take place.
Stafford Motor Speedway
The Pro Four Modifieds of New England racing series is pleased to return for another year of competition at this fast track as part of the 5th annual CARQUEST Extreme Tuesday program on Tuesday, July 8th. This always proves to be an event that showcases open wheeled competition at its best.
Thompson Speedway
The Pro Four Modifieds of New England series returns again to this 5/8 mile high-banked asphalt oval as part of the Modified Mania event on September 6-7, 2008. The series ends its season with the Harry Kourafas, Jr. Memorial race during the World Series of Racing at Thompson Speedway October 17-19, 2008. Last year, the 2007 Pro Four Modified championship was determined on the final lap of the 2007 season ending race with Norm Wrenn taking the win and the championship.
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
For the second year, the Pro Four Modifieds will bring their thunder to this Maine racing surface as the headlining series for the Kraze Korlacki Speed Equipment sponsored Four Cylinder Nationals. This event brings together many divisions of high powered four cylinder racing divisions and showcases the exciting speeds and competitive racing of four cylinder Modifieds, Mini stocks and Allison Legacy cars. Supporting this racing card will also be the New England Mini-Cup Challenge featuring Mini cup cars from Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts!
If you have any questions or comment, please contact Stan Mertz – Business Manager for Pro Four Modifieds of New England, Inc. by phone 508-446-4622 or email smertz8162@aol.com.
2008 Pro-4 Modifieds of New England Race Schedule
1 April 12 Waterford Speedbowl
2 April 19 Monadnock Speedway
3 May 16 Lee USA Speedway
4 May 31 Waterford Speedbowl
5 June 13* Twin State Speedway
6 June 21 Monadnock Speedway
7 July 8** Stafford Motor Speedway
8 July 18 Lee USA Speedway
9 July 27*** Beechridge Motor Speedway
10 August 9 Monadnock Speedway
11 August 22 Lee USA Speedway
12 Sept. 6-7 Thompson Speedway
13 Sept. 20 Monadnock Speedway
14 Oct. 4-5 Waterford Speedbowl
15 Oct. 17-19 Thompson Speedway
* June 15 rain date
** July 9 rain date
***August 3 rain date
Tentative schedule as of 12/15/07. Subject to change