True Value Modifieds Headline June 18th Race at Thompson
Thompson, CT — The True Value Modifieds move to the Thompson International Speedway this Thursday, June 18th, for the running of the Town Fair Tire 75-lap main event. The True Value Modified Series has been attracting large fields of race cars and an impressive, ever-growing fan following. Those fans will be pleased with the family pricing that Thompson is offering for this very special event.
The True Value Modified Series has been like a magnet for both weekly modified competitors and drivers from other touring divisions. In five years, The True Value Modified Series has grown from an idea by its founder, Jack Bateman, to one of the most respected and competitive touring divisions in the entire northeast.
Attracting a mixture of strong young driving talent and experienced veteran competitors, this much talked about series will take center stage this week at the biggest track on its 2009 schedule. Many of Thompson International Speedway’s best known competitors will be among the impressive roster of racers competing in the Town Fair Tire 75-lap main. Seven-time NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour (WMT) champion, Mike Stefanik will be joined by the current WMT title holder, Ted Christopher. Other WMT competitors like Charlie Pasteryak, defending True Value champ, Chris Pasteryak, Doug Coby and Rowin Pennink, will face True Value regulars like Kirk Alexander, Jon McKennedy, Dwight Jarvis and many more. Thompson veteran Todd Owen claimed the victory during the 2008 True Value Modified Series race at Thompson and he is expected to return to try to make it two in a row.
Joining the True Value Modifieds will be Thompson’s Super Six NASCAR Whelen All American Series divisions. The exciting Sunoco Modifieds, Super Late Models, Thompson Modifieds, Late Models, Limited Sportsman and Mini Stocks will round out a full night of racing competition. Complete driver’s rosters and the day’s complete schedule are available on the Thompson web site, www.thompsonspeedway.com.
Grandstands will open at 2 PM when on-track practice begins. Qualifying races are scheduled to start 5:30 PM with the first of seven feature event races slated for a 6:45 Pm start. Fans are urged to arrive earlier than normal so that they can secure their favorite seats. Admission is family priced with adult tickets at only $20.00. Tickets for young fans, ages 6-14, priced at only $5.00. Kids 5 years and under are free. Fans may also call the Thompson International Speedway track office at 860-923-2280.
Sources: Russ Dowd/Thompson International Speedway PR