MCS Rained Out Once More

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericphotos.com)

PERU, IN.- Mother nature came calling again Saturday night, shutting down another Saturday night of micro sprint racing action at Miami County Speedway. Racing began an hour earlier, in an effort to make up two features (Non Wing and Senior) from the June 11th rain out.

After hot laps, the two make up features were run. Logansport, IN. native Dennis Corcoran (Pictured Left) held off a hard charging Rob Johnson to win Saturday's Senior A-Main feature make up race. Kokomo, IN. native Bob Baker raced his way through the field, to finish third.

Warsaw, IN. racer Stuart Hanft (Pictured Right) won the 20 lap Non Wing make up feature. Taking a strong second place finish was Peru, IN. native Brandon Rose, while third belonged to Kendallville, IN. racer Ben Taylor.

Following Saturday's heat races, a severe lightning storm light up the sky, forcing Miami County Speedway to shut down the racing early on Saturday night.

More micro sprint racing action resumes this Saturday night at the Miami County Speedway. As was the case last Saturday, Miami County Speedway will begin one hour early, in order to make up the Wing Class A-Main from the June 23rd that had to be rescheduled, due to curfew. MCS will also run it's regular five class program. The gates will open at 2:00 PM, with the draw closing at 4:15 PM. After the driver's meeting, the racers will begin their hot lap sessions.

Come take part in another exciting night of micro sprint action at Miami County Speedway. I'll see you there!

A Great Turnout for the 2011 Miami County Fair Race

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

PERU, IN.- A rain shower couldn't dampen the spirits of race fans and drivers alike, as Miami County Speedway hosted another memorable night of micro sprint racing last Thursday, during the 2011 Miami County Fair Race festivities.

Hot laps and heat races were run with heavy cloud cover. Then an hour delay, set up for a fast track, as Miami County Speedway raced up until the 11:30 PM curfew, running four out of the five features last Thursday night.

The first feature of the night came from the always exciting Junior Class. Royal Center, IN. racer Garrett Jameson (Pictured Left) collected his first feature win of his young career on Thursday night. "It feels awesome to finally get a feature win. This is really sweet," Jameson explained after he took his first checkered flag.

Jadon Rogers took second place honors, while Kokomo, IN.'s Jared Van Ness put together another solid feature run to finish third. Denver, IN. racer Seth Ireland ended the night with a fourth place finish, while Jacob Bigger took the final top five spot in the 20 lap Junior Class A-Main.

Camden, IN. native Chris Miller (Pictured Right) returned to victory lane, winning Thursday's 20 lap Nonwing A-Main. "It felt great to come back to MCS and win this big Non Wing feature. This is my first feature win in my Hyper Chassis," Miller said.

Delphi, IN.'s Matt Johnson took second place, while Westfield, IN. racer Stephanie Mockler returned to Miami County Speedway, racing a Parker Price Miller Motorsports Non Wing entry to a strong third place showing. Mentone, IN. native Sam Kimmel raced his way through the field to pick up a fourth place finish. Kokomo, IN. racer Parker Price Miller rounded out the top five finishers in the Non Wing finale.

Fort Wayne, IN. racer Dakota Busche (Pictured Left) swept the night, winning both the second Restrictor heat race and the A-Main. After his big night of racing Busche said, "It felt great to come win again at MCS. We won up at Jackson, Michigan, but this is our first feature win in Indiana. I wanted to let everyone know that my Restrictor race car is for sale," Busche explained. If anyone is interested, you can call the Busches at (260) 341-1754.

Kokomo, IN. natives Deavan Bolton and Dalton Walker took second and third respectively in Thursday's Restrictor A-Main. Callie Wolstiffer turned in another solid showing, finished fourth, while fifth belonged to Hallie Feuquay.

The fourth feature came in the Senior A-Main. Logansport, IN. racer Dennis Corcoran (Pictured Right) raced the #22C Senior Non Wing to a second consecutive checkered flag in the Miami County Fair Race last Thursday night. "This is the second straight Fair Race win for us. My brother Tommy Corcoran raced the #22C to the Senior A-Main in last year's Miami County Fair Race. It feels great to double up like this. We have been really fast here at Miami County Speedway," Corcoran explained.

The fifth feature wasn't run, because of the 11:30 PM curfew. The Wing feature will be made up on Saturday,  July 9th.

Next Saturday, July 2nd will be a very busy, but awesome night for Miami County Speedway. MCS will race both the Senior and Non Wing A-Mains from the June 11th rain out. MCS will begin racing an hour earlier than usual. Along with the two feature make ups, MCS will be racing the always exciting five feature A-Main micro sprint racing program.

The pits will be opening at 1:30 PM, with the driver draws closing at 3:45 PM. Racing will start at 5:30 PM. For more information on times and schedules, please check out the official website for the Miami County Speedway at www.miamicountyspeedway.com. Come out and take part in a fun-filled night of micro sprint racing action at Miami County Speedway. I'll see you there!

Kinsler Brothers Share Special Night at MCS

Culp captures the Wing Class Special 
 
Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

PERU, IN.- Another cloudly cool Indiana Saturday, set up for another awesome night of micro sprint racing action at Miami County Speedway. MCS hosted their Wing Class Special on Saturday night, which paid an additional $100.00 to the winner's purse of Saturday's Wing Class A-Main. The Restrictor Class raced Non Wing on Saturday night.

The action kicked off with a pair of 12 lap B-Mains in both the Wing and Non Wing Classes. Logansport racer Ryan Leek won the first B-Main in the Wing Class. Chris Smith, Taylor Courtney, and Austin Mead also transferred into the Wing Class A-Main. Richard Dobbins won the second B- Main in the Non Wing Class. Transferring into the Non Wing A-Main along with Dobbins was Kylee Brown, Max Kramer, and Justin Kernel.

Delphi, IN. racer Kaleb Kinsler (Pictured Left) won the first A-Main of the night in the Junior Class. "It feels awesome to get a win on my first night out in 2011. We won the Junior Dash and the A-Main. This is pretty awesome," Kaleb said about his big night.

Kokomo, IN.native Jared Van Ness finished with another solid second place finish. Third belonged to another Kokomo, IN. racer Kayaleb Bolton. Garrett Jameson and Seth Ireland rounded out the top five in Saturday's 20 lap Junior Feature.

Next up was the big 25 lap Wing Class feature. The Wing Class also drew the Front Row Challenge on Saturday night. Polesitter Randy Shilling and second place starter Blane Culp both declined the Challenge, increasing the Challenge to $80.00 for July 2nd's Non Wing A-Main.

Columbia City, IN. native Blane Culp (Pictured Right) passed Shilling, and never looked back taking the 25 lap Wing Class Special A-Main. After the big win, Culp said, "It felt awesome to win the Special. The $100.00 bonus is nice too. The $100.00 will go toward fuel. It's nice to get a big win, before we head out to Southern Illinois Speedway for their $10,000 to win race here in a couple of weeks."

Shilling held on for second, while third belonged to Tyler Stump. The Wing Class B-Main winner Ryan Leek raced his way to fourth, while Warsaw, IN. racer Braxton Hanft rounded out the top five in Saturday's Wing Class A-Main Special.

 The third feature came from the Restrictor Class. The 25 lapper featured Non Wing Restrictors. Kaleb's older brother Kolt (Pictured Left), also of Delphi, IN., capped off the very special night by winning the Restrictor (Non Wing) A-Main. After the special night, Kolt said, "This is pretty awesome. In all the years, we've been racing my little brother and I have never won two features in one night like this, so It's definitely a night to remember. I'm really happy for not only me but my little brother Kaleb."

Little brother Kaleb echoed his excitement for the special night. Father Tony Kinsler summed up the special night by saying, "I'm proud of both my boys (Centered). They both did a fine job tonight."

Warsaw, IN. racer Jason Ormsby took second place to Kolt in Saturday's Restrictor (Non Wing) feature. while third belonged to Zane Devault. 

Miami County Speedway ran a few laps in Saturday's Senior Class A-Main, but had to stop because of curfew. MCS will be closed the next two weekends due to the Miami County 4-H Fair, but will they are set to host the Miami County 4-H Fair race on Thursday, June 23rd. Due to the curfew, both the Senior A-Main and the Non Wing A-Main will be made up on Saturday, July 2nd, when Miami County Speedway reopens for the remainder of the Summer. For more information, please log on to the Miami County Speedway's official website at www.miamicountyspeedway.com. See you all for the Miami County Fair Race on Thursday, June 23rd!

Southwick Is New MCS Trophy Queen

 Severe storms shut down MCS
Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

 PERU,IN.- I would like to congratulate Greenwood, IN. native Anna Southwick (Center) on becoming the newest trophy queen at Miami County Speedway. Severe storms shut down Saturday night's micro sprint racing action halfway through the heat races at Miami County Speedway.

More micro sprint racing action returns to Miami County Speedway next Saturday, June 11th, as we host the Wing Class Special which will include the regular five class feature program. The Wing Class will be racing for double the points and prize money next Saturday.

 Racing starts with hot laps at 5:30 PM, with live heat racing action to follow at around 6:00 PM. For more information, check out Miami County Speedway's official website (www.miamicountyspeedway.com). See you at the races!

Father-Son Duo Wins Back-To-Back at MCS

Hughes picks up second straight Nonwing crown
Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

 PERU, IN.- On a day that marked the end of a magical month of May at the famed Yard of Bricks, Miami County Speedway had some magic of their own. Delphi, IN. family duo of Matt Johnson and his father Rob (Upper Middle) became the first father-son team, in recent memory to win back-to-back features in the same night at Miami County Speedway on Sunday night. "The Johnsons were the first father-son duo that I can remember to win back-to-back features here," MCS Track Owner Norm Bailey recalled.

After persistent rain showers closed out Saturday's racing action, Miami County Speedway weathered the afternoon rain, as they hosted the 2011 Denny Miller Memorial on Sunday night. The action kicked off with  Nonwing B-Main. Peru, IN. racer Braiden Black took the twelve lapper, to advance to Sunday's Nonwing A-Main. Kylee Brown, Travis Ray and Joe Taylor rounded out the top four transfers into Sunday's 25 lap Nonwing showdown.

The first of the five features came in the Junior Class. Kokomo, IN. native Kayaleb Bolton (Pictured Left) held off a hard-charging Jared Van Ness to take the Junior Class finale win. "It feels awesome to get my first feature win of 2011," Bolton said. "I'd like to thank my Dad, and my sponsors: Mouser Automative, Al Parigen Engines, Kline Chassises, and my Uncle Jimmy for all their support this season," Bolton added.

Garrett Jameson finished in third, behind Bolton and Van Ness. Seth Ireland and Jacob Bigger rounded out the top five finishers in Sunday's Junior A-Main.

Former USAC racer and Camden, IN. native Ron Dennis (Pictured Right) returned to victory lane, winning the 25 lap Wing Class A-Main on Sunday night. "It feels really cool to finally win again. It's about time we won. I haven't won a mini sprint feature since 2004. I'd like to thank the Merrell Brothers, my friends, family, and crew for all their support this season," Dennis explained.

Chase Mead scored a solid second place finish, while former USAC Mopar Midget Champion Bryan Stanfill recorded his first top three finish at Miami County Speedway. Ben Taylor and Kris Knox finished fourth and fifth respectfully.

The magical night for the entire Johnson family began with Sunday's Restrictor Class A-Main. Delphi, IN. racer Matt Johnson (Pictured Left)  raced Gary Miller's #19 Restrictor to his second consecutive feature win. Warsaw, IN.'s Jason Ormsby finished second, while Flora, IN. racer Cole Angle finished third. Fourth and fifth belonged to Dalton Walker and Braiden Black.

Matt's father Rob Johnson (Pictured Right) won the Senior feature from the pole position. Flora, IN. native Cory Angle finished second, while third went to Brookston, IN.'s Bob Harrington. Indianapolis, IN. native Jay Tutino finished fourth, while Bill Dubios rounded out the top five in Sunday's Senior Class A-Main.

"It's pretty awesome to be the first father-son duo to win back-to-back features here at Miami County Speedway. I'd like to thank Gary Miller for letting me drive his restrictor to another feature win," Matt explained. Matt's father Rob echoed the excitement. "It's really special to be the first father-son duo to win out here. It's also special to be able to get two P&D chassises in victory lane. I'd like to thank my wife for the food. I'd also like to thank Gary Miller for building this Senior Class rocket ship. I want to thank everyone at Miami County Speedway and you for coming out here and covering this," Rob explained.

Car owner/builder Gary Miller capped off the special night, by saying, "I think Matt and Rob did a great job tonight in winning back-to-back features. They made my chassis look good." 

Peru, IN. racer KC Hughes (Pictured Left) ended the magical night of racing, by winning his second consecutive feature in the Nonwing Class. "I thought this would never happen," an excited Hughes said, as he jumped out of his GRP Chassis Nonwing. "It's pretty cool to win two straight. I want to thank my Dad, my Wife, George and Tammi Gamester and everyone at GRP Chassis. I also want to thank all the MCS track officials and crews for all their hard work on the track prep," Hughes explained.

Another Peru native Brandon Rose raced his way to a strong second place finish. Third went to Mentone, IN. native Sam Kimmel. North Manchester's Jordan Lambert and Warsaw's Stuart Hanft rounded out the top five finishers in Sunday's 25 lap Nonwing finale.

It's these magical nights that make the micro sprint racing at Miami County Speedway so fun to cover. I want to thank everyone at Miami County Speedway for letting me come out each weekend and cover some awesome micro sprint racing action. This thank would include Track Owners Norm and Julie Bailey, Dwyane McIntire and Connie Edmisson. I'd also like to thank all the MCS track personnel, scorers, announcers, and the drivers for letting to come out each weekend. I can't wait for next Saturday's races.

More micro sprint racing action returns to Miami County Speedway next Saturday, June 4th, as MCS hosts their exciting five class regular micro sprint program. Hot laps start at 5:30 PM, with live heat races to follow. Come take part of more action packed micro sprint racing at Miami County Speedway next Saturday night. See you at the races!

Memorable Night for MCS

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

PERU, IN.- A lengthy rain delay set up for a fast track, as Miami County Speedway hosted their 5th Annual Salute To The Troops race. Ninety-four micro sprints came from all over, to take part in a very special night of racing, as we honored those brave men and women who fought or continue to fight for the freedoms we have today.

Nearly half of the drivers in the program, raced in honor and/or memory of a member of our Armed Forces. These drivers were given an American flag to put on their micro sprints.

The five class program kicked off with the twenty lap Junior Class A-Main. Kokomo, IN. native Jared Van Ness (Pictured Left) put together another solid race to pick up his third consecutive Junior Class feature. After the race, an excited Van Ness said, "It's pretty cool to win my third straight race, especially at a race this big. I would like to thank my Papa for his continued support."

Denver, IN. racer Seth Ireland came home with a hard fought second place finish, while third belonged to Garrett Jameson. Noah Brooks and Conner Lane rounded out the top five features in Saturday's Junior Class A-Main.

Next up was the Nonwing Class. They had a twelve lap B-Main  Josh Daughtery won the twelve lapper. The other four  transfer spots went to Steve Cloum, Ben Taylor, Craig Swartz, and Jordan Sterling.

Peru, IN. racer KC Hughes (Pictured Right) won the twenty-five lap Nonwing A-Main from the pole. After the big win, Hughes said, "It was pretty cool to win on a special night like this. My Uncle was here. He was a service man. I would like to thank my Dad, George and Tammy Gamester, and everyone at GRP Chassis for their support."

Warsaw, IN. native Stuart Hanft raced his way to second, while another Warsaw, IN. racer Kylee Brown took the checkers in third. Fourth went to Delphi's Matt Johnson, while Jorgan Montel raced his way through the pack to take fifth.

After a top three finish in the Non Wing A-Main, Johnson (Pictured Left) raced Wayne Miller's black #19W to victory in the Restrictor Class Feature. "It was awesome to get a big win like this. It felt great to double up. We won the Non Wing feature in last year's Salute To The Troops race. I would like to thank Gary and Wayne Miller, as well as Miller Dyno and Injection. I would also like to thank my Dad, and Skyline Designs for all their support this season."

Indianapolis, IN. racer Callie Wolsiffer finished right behind Johnson in second. Third went to Jared Elberly. Cole Angle and Deavan Bolton rounded out the top five in Saturday's twenty-five lap Restrictor A-Main.

Logansport, IN. racer Dennis Corcoran (Pictured Right) won both his heat race and the feature in the Senior Class on Saturday night. "It feels pretty good to get another win. My half brother is in the military, so it was special. I want to thank my Dad for all his hard work on this car."

Delphi, IN. native Rob Johnson raced his way to a strong second place finish. Third went to Dennis Veach, who raced a micro sprint that was sponsored by the US Army. Cory Angle came home with fourth, while Wesley Bigger rounded out the top five in Saturday's Senior A-Main.

The five features concluded with the Wing Class A-Main. Columbia City, IN. racer Blane Culp (Pictured Left) returned to victory lane, winning the Wing Crown on Saturday night. "It's been awhile since we won at MCS. The last time we won at MCS was in 2009. I want to thank the track personnel for all their hard work on the track, and for getting the race in tonight. I want to thank my Dad and Joe Leek for all the help with the car tonight."

Kris Knox turned in another solid race to finish second. Kendallville, IN. native Ben Taylor came home third, while fourth went to Indianapolis, IN. native Zac Taylor. Former USAC Mopar Midget Champion Bryan Stanfill put together a solid run, to collect his first top five finish at Miami County Speedway.

Miami County Speedway is set to host another special two night event next Saturday and Sunday. The two night racing event kicks off with the Denny Miller Memorial next Saturday, May 28th. Racers in the Wing, Non Wing, Restrictor and Senior Classes will be racing for an additional $50.00 added to the purse. The Junior Class racers will be racing for an additional $25.00 on Saturday night.

Sunday night will feature another exciting night of micro sprint racing action, as MCS hosts their exciting five class feature regular program. A 2-Day Pit pass will be available for $40.00 at the track office. Hot laps start at 5:30 PM with live heat racing action to follow. If you would like more information on upcoming events, please log on to Miami County Speedway's official website (www.miamicountyspeedway.com). See ya next weekend!

Downpours Cancel MCS Saturday May 7th

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
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PERU, IN.- Persistent downpours forced Miami County Speedway to cancel their first points race of the season for this Saturday, May 7th. MCS will return to action next Saturday, May 14th. Pits open at 2:30 PM, with hot laps starting at 5:30 with live heat racing starting at 6:30 PM. For more information, check out Miami County Speedway's official website (http://miamicountyspeedway.com/).

Fast Night at MCS

Elrod, Van Ness win second straight feature
Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (http://www.fredericsphoto.com/)

PERU, IN.- A cool, windy day set up for another action-packed Saturday night at Miami County Speedway. MCS added another sponsor in Advance Auto Parts of Indianapolis.

Former USAC Pavement star Bryan Stanfill (#14 Pictured Left) made his MCS debut on night. Stanfill raced in both the Wing and Non Wing classes. Stanfill's teammate, former Open Wheel racer Jimmy Kite was on hand to check out MCS on Saturday. Kite is set to make his MCS debut in the coming weeks. Davey Hamilton Jr., son of Open Wheel racer Davey Hamilton. Hamilton Jr. (#60 Pictured Right) has been racing in MCS's Wing Class the past two Saturdays. Hamilton is getting better and better by the week.

Saturday night's five features began with the 20 lap feature in the Junior Class. Kokomo, IN. racer Jared Van Ness (Red, Pictured Left) won his second straight Junior Class feature from the pole. After another impressive feature win, Van Ness said, "It felt great to win again. We gave it all we had tonight. We are going for the gusto. I would like to thank my Papa for his support."

Kokomo, IN. native Kayaleb Bolton took second place honors, while third went to Denver, IN.'s Seth Ireland. Noah Brooks raced his way to fourth, while Jacob Bigger rounded out to the top five in Saturday's Junior Class finale.

Next up was the Wing Class feature. The Wing Class took control of the Front Row Challenge, worth $40.00. Both the Polesitter Sara Elrod and second place starter Zach Shepler turned down the Challenge. Now the Challenge will shift back to the Non Wing Class next Saturday night. The money pot will be worth $50.00 for next weekend.

 Elrod (#23 Pictured Right) scored her second consecutive feature victory in the 25 lap Wing Class final from the pole . About her exciting win Elrod said, "My car felt great. It was fast like last weekend. I would like to thank my parents, Easy Klean, TJ Racing Oils, Mike and Billy for their support this season."

Columbia City, IN. native Blaine Culp finished the night in second place. Sharpsville, IN. racer Bob Bourff raced his way to a strong third place showing in Saturday's Wing Class feature.

Warsaw, IN. racer Jason Ormsby (#51 Pictured Left) took the checkered flag on Saturday's Restrictor Class finale. "The car ran great tonight. It really feels good to get a win this early in the season. I would like to thank Miami County Speedway and my family," Ormsby said.

Kokomo, IN.'s Deavan Bolton raced his way to second, while last weekend's Restrictor Class feature winner Zane Devault put together another solid 25 laps to finish third. Dalton Walker and Cole Angle finished off the top five in Saturday's Restrictor Class finale.

Kokomo, IN. racer Ryan Kline (#91 Pictured Right) edged out Peru, IN. native Russ Gamester at the checkered flag, to win a very exciting Senior Class feature. About the close victory Kline said, "We came to race, and it feels great to get a win. We got it done tonight. I would like to thank all my sponsors: Moser Automotive Service, Blackhawk Millwright and Rigging, Fastrax Motorsports, Parigan Engines, as well as all my friends and family for their continued support this year."

Dennis Cororcan took the checkers in third, while Clarance Hoch and Bob Harrington raced their way to fourth and fifth respectively.

The fifth and final feature came in the Non Wing feature. Warsaw, IN. native Stuart Hanft (#69H Pictured Left) took the lead early on, and never looked back winning the 25 lap Non Wing finale. "It felt great to win tonight. My car handled real nice tonight. I want to thank all my sponsors: Ty Shepler, Ron Stealy at Concept Chassis, Powerstrip, Earl's Performance Plumbing, VRP Shocks, my Dad and Randy for all their support this season."

Peru, IN. racer KC Hughes put together a great run, finishing second. Third belonged to Logansport, IN. native Jake Moore. North Manchester, IN's Jordan Lambert raced his way through the field to finish fourth. Farmland, IN. native Zeke Lewis rounded out the top five finishers in Saturday's Non Wing Finale.

Miami County Speedway returns to action, next Saturday, May 7th. Hot Laps start at 6:30 with heat races to follow. I'll see you there!

Action-Packed Opener at Miami County Speedway

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

PERU, IN.- A cloudy day gave way to an awesome night of racing, as Miami County Speedway hosted an exciting season opener on Saturday night.

Before the racing started, I learned that Miami County Speedway has locked up two key sponsors for the 2011 campaign. "We would like to thank Rock Auto.com, an online auto parts dealer, for jumping on board for 2011," Track Co-Owner Julie Bailey said.

"We would also like to thank White's Meat Market, out of Kokomo and Tipton, Indiana, for their support this season," Bailey continued. White's Meat Market is set to sponsor the Fan Appreciation/ Cancer Benefit Race at Miami County Speedway on Saturday, September 17, 2011.

Kokomo, IN. native Jared Van Ness ( Red, Pictured Left) took the first feature win in the Junior Class. After his big win, an excited Van Ness said, "My car was good all night. We are out to win this season. I would like to thank my Papa and my Dad for their support."

Van Ness was followed by another hard charging racer from Kokomo, IN. Kameron Butcher. Third belonged to Kayaleb Bolton, while fourth and fifth went to Seth Ireland and Noah Brooks.

Next up in the five features was the 25 lap Restrictor Class Finale. Zane Devault (#43 Pictured Right) of Columbus, Indiana took his first checkered flag of his career. After his exciting victory, Devault said, "My car was good. This is my first win. I would like to thank Hoosier Tire, my Dad Jeff Devault, my mom Angia Devault, and Karen and Jim Ray for their support."

New Palestine, IN. native Callie Wolsiffer came away with a hard fought second place finish in the Restrictor Final. Third went to Lebanon, IN. racer Spencer Bayston. Flora, IN. native Cole Angle came home fourth, while Kokomo, IN.'s Deaven Bolton grabbed a fifth place finish. 

Remlington, IN. racer Sara Elrod (#23 Pictured Left) made her way to the front in a hurry, winning the 25 lap Wing Class Crown on Saturday night. "My car was fast all night. I was able to get through the field on the high side. I would like to thank my Mom, Dad, Megan, and Chris for their support."

Austin Mead put together a solid 25 laps to take second place, while Ryan Leek drove his way through the field to take third. Former USAC Sprint Car racer Ron Dennis came home in fourth, while Zeke Lewis raced his way to the final spot in the top five runners during the Restrictor Class Feature

 Next up on the five feature schedule was the 25 lap Non Wing A-Main. The Non Wing Class kicked off the first leg of MCS's Front Row Challenge. The Front Row Challenge (in either Non Wing or Wing) gives the polesitter a shot to go to the back of the field and see if they can race their way to the win from the back. If they do race their way from the back, they get the money pot. If the pole sitter decides to turn the Front Row Challenge down, they stay up front as the pole sitter. The second place starter then gets a shot at the Front Row Challenge.

Non Wing Feature Pole Sitter Ryan Kline and second place starter Steven Cloum both refused the Challenge on Saturday night. The Challenge will move over to the Wing Class Finale next Saturday, this time $40.00 dollars will be on the line.

 Peru, IN. native Brandon Rose (#2 Pictured Right) took the lead in the closing laps, to win Saturday night's Non Wing A-Main. "We had a fast car all night. It feels great to get a win this early in the season," Rose said. "I would like to thank Rick Haley, Advanced Welding, and my Dad Kevin for their support." Amboy, IN. racer Laine Hite came away with a hard fought second place finish. Third belonged to Pole Sitter Ryan Kline. Jake Moore and USAC Silver Crown racer Russ Gamester raced their way to fourth and fifth respectively.

The final feature of the night came in the Senior Class. Sharpsville, IN. native Bob Bourff (#97 Red Pictured Left) collected another impressive feature win in the Senior Class. "We didn't get to the test-n-tune last Sunday, so tonight was our test-n-tune. Early on, we were bad, but we got everything worked out. This is a good win to start off the season for us. I would like to thank my Dad Dave for his support.," Bourff said.

Taking a strong second place finish behind Bourff was Jeff Weideman. Brookston, IN. racer Bob Harrington held off a hard-charging Russ Gamester to pick up third. Gamester was followed by Wesley Bigger in fifth.

Next Saturday, April 30th, Miami County Speedway will host more live micro sprint racing action.

Big Turnout for Test-N-Tune Session at Miami County Speedway

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

PERU, IN.- There was a big turnout for this year's Test-N-Tune Session at the Miami County Speedway on Sunday afternoon. The event was planned for Saturday afternoon, but Friday nights continual downpours forced MCS track staff to reschedule it for Sunday afternoon.

The MCS Track Staff went to work, preparing the track for the 2011 racing campaign. "We added new dirt. I want to thank Dehaven Soil Services and Chris Smith, for providing the dirt and labor for the track this offseason," said track co-owner Julie Bailey. "We hauled in about 50 truck loads of fresh dirt," track co-owner Norm Bailey added.

Storms were persistent throughout the first part of the weekend, but it was beneficial to the track. The track gained moisture from the rains, which made for a pretty good Test-N-Tune Session for all the racers. Racers took as many hot lap sessions, to find and adjust on their race cars for the upcoming race season.

"The track was pretty rough today. We started out tight, but we made some good adjustments to better our race car. We had a pretty good test-n-tune," said Galveston, IN. native Gavin Taylor

"The track was a little rough, but not bad. Our car was good. We made a couple of key adjustments to our race car. Our car is where we need it to be for race day," Muncie, IN. racer Austin Utt added.

Micro Sprint racer Craig Swartz made the trip to MCS from New Paris, OH. "The track was rough starting out. We haven't made too many adjustments to the car. We're waiting to see what the track does later in the day," Swartz said.

Former USAC Sprint Car racer Ron Dennis took to the new track with his #32 micro sprint. "The track was rough. We rebuilt the car over the offseason. Today, we made a few adjustments to the engine. It's hard to get the right set up, when the track is rough," Dennis said.

Brookston, IN. native Bob Harrington came to MCS with a brand new micro sprint. Overall, he had a great day with his new Gamester Racing Products micro sprint chassis. "The track has been in better shape, but we had a good day. Throughout the day, we made ten hot lap sessions. We adjusted on the car a lot to make it happy. I think we made our car happy," Harrington said.

The first race for the 2011 season will be held next Saturday, April 23rd from the Miami County Speedway. Next Saturday's race is a non-membership race for all racers and their families. The pits open at 2:30 PM, with Hot Laps starting at 5:30 PM. Green flag heat racing will follow at around 6:30 PM

Pit passes are $20.00 per person. Grandstand admission is only $5.00 for adults, and children, 12 years or under get in for free. Come take part in great micro sprint racing action next Saturday night at the Miami County Speedway. See you there!

Micro Sprint Chassises and Parts for Sale from the 2011 MCS Swap Meet

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos By: Fred Patton (www.fredericsphoto.com)

PERU, IN.- The 2011 MCS Swap Meet hit the Miami County 4-H Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 5th. Here are the micro sprint chassises that are up for sale from this year's swap meet. If you are interested in any of these micro sprint chassises or parts, please contact the seller. Numbers and email addresses will be included in the listings.

Kidwell Junior Sprint Chassis (Pictured Left) ($3,500.00) Red in color, in Denver, IN. If interested, contact Tony Harper (765-499-0997).

2010 Wide Body Kidwell Junior Sprint Rolling Chassis $4,200.00 (Pictured Right), black in color, without engine. If interested, contact Steve Duff (217-855-6897)

2 2007 Kline Quarter Midgets (1,250.00 each or best offer) (#X Pictured Left and #2 Pictured Right). 120 Honda Engines. Kirkey Seats, Micron Tachs (Includes Pit Carts). If interested, contact Brad Joyce (765-457-1745) or (DavidKMotorsports@comcast.net)

1999 Eagle Quarter Midget (Pictured Right) (1,000.00 OBO). It comes with a fresh Honda 120 Motor and New Paint. If interested, contact Shawn Clem (574-601-9205) (sjclem1976@yahoo.com).

2005 FTX Chassis (#7 Pictured Left) ($6,000.00)! Race ready! R6 2005 Shively Engine! Engine is in great condition! The engine raced in 8 shows! If interested contact this website (www.ftxchassis.com) for more information!

2009 GRP Chassis (#52 Pictured Right) ($7,500.00)! Comes with a 2001 Yamaha R-6 Shively carbs. It was a feature winner at Miami County Speedway in 2010! Race ready, complete car with extras. If interested, contact Bruce Bretzman (765-469-2034) (bretzmancom@yahoo.com)

2000 Nervo Pro (Pictured Left) ($1,500.00). 80 inches in length. It has a 120 engine. 1 piece Right Side Wheels with Pit car. Some extras. If interested, contact Rick (765-459-4869) or (RoadKinghd@peoplepc.com)

Coyote Race Ready Go Kart ($900.00 OBO) (Pictured Right). Go kart has a 6.5 Horse Motor and all dirt tires. 2001 FYI Honda (Motor, Wires, Everything) ($900.00 OBO) (Pictured Left). Tibi Cart Roller ($500.00 OBO) (Pictured Right). If interested in the Coyote Go Kart,  2001 FYI Honda Motors, or the Tibi Cart Roller, contact Bill (574) 727-0174


Engine Stands 4 Sale ($35.00). If interested, contact Ron Smith (217-273-7571).

Kinser Takes the 40th DirtCar Nationals Victory

Solid top ten finish for Meyers

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Results Credited To: http://www.woosprint.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=717:kinser-captures-opener&catid=152:featured-news-tabs
 Photo Credited To:http://tsrfan.com/tony-stewart-racing%E2%80%99s-steve-kinser-to-appear-at-bloomington-j-d-byrider/2010/05/05/

BARBERVILLE, FL.- Bloomington, IN. native Steve Kinser took his famous #11 Bass Pro Shops TSR winged outlaw to victory lane, winning the 30 lap A-Main in the 40th DirtCar Nationals on Friday night. Kinser was followed by Sammy Swindell, who guided his #1 Big Game Motorsports winged outlaw to a second place showing, while "The Brownsburg Bullet" Joey Saldana raced his way to third. Fourth belonged to 2010 Knoxville Nationals Champion Tim Shaffer, while Paul McMahan held on for a fifth place finish.

Stevie Smith took sixth place, while last year's World of Outlaws Season Champion Jason Meyers took the checkers in seventh place. Dale Blaney raced his way to eighth, while Kasey Kahne Racing's Brad Sweet ended his night in nineth. Daryn Pittman claimed the tenth spot.

On through the finishing field, we find Cody Darrah in 12th, and Donny Schatz (Kinser's TSR teammate) in 15th. "The Crowd Pleaser" Craig Dollansky came home 20th while Danny "The Dude" Lasoski took the checkers right behind Dollansky in 21st.

 You can catch all the action from the World of Outlaws sprint cars on Through The Gears all season long.

Busch Wins the 2011 Bud Shootout

Burton wins 1st 25 lap segment

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Results Credited to: http://www.nascar.com/races/leaderboard/cup/race/
Photo Credited to: Kurt Busch (http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/bspem2gh5ij/NASCAR+Testing/3NfChejI9-L/Kurt+Busch) Jeff Burton (http://bleacherreport.com/gallery/Auto%20Club%20500%20Qualifying?d=2010-02-19)

DAYTONA, FL- Penske racer Kurt Busch (Pictured Left) won a wild last lap dash to the checkers in the 2011 Bud Shootout. Joe Gibbs racer Denny Hamlin dove to the bottom, in a last ditch effort to win, but ended the night disqualified, because he passed then leader Ryan Newman below the yellow line. By rule second place went to Chip Ganassi/DEI racer Jamie McMurray. Third belonged to Ryan Newman, while last year's NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson finished fourth. Roush Fenway racer Greg Biffle grabbed the fifth place finish.

Sixth went to Jeff Gordan and his new sponsor "Drive To End Hunger" from AARP. Kevin "Happy" Harvick finished right behind Gordan in seventh, while eighth place went to Jeff Burton (Pictured Right), who won the first 25 lap segment, and led for a race-high 32 laps before surrendering the lead to "The Rocket" Ryan Newman in the final stages of the race. Clint Bowyer and Bobby Labonte finished nineth and tenth in the fifty lap sprint to the finish. 

Speed was the main factor, in a fast 25 lap first segment as Richard Childress Racing teammates Jeff Burton (Pictured Right) and Kevin Harvick teamed up to take down the 24 car field in the first segment of the 2011 Bud Shootout on Saturday night. Harvick is only 0.058 seconds behind his teammate Jeff Burton, who leads the field into the second and final fifty lap segment.

The newly repaved Daytona International Speedway proved that it could produce speeds well over 200 MPH, throughout the practice runs and into the first segment of Saturday night's Bud Shootout.

Hendrick racer Dale Earnhardt Jr. drew the pole position for the first segment. Having won the Bud Shootout two times already in his career, Dale Jr. was confident that he could make it a third. Starting along side Dale Jr. was Tony Stewart, who sported a new sponsor (Mobil 1) on the hood of his Chevy! Stewart won two Bud Shootouts in his career.

The Toyota Camrys of Kyle Busch and Michael Waltrip were the fastest two car bump draft, flying around the track at speeds around 206 MPH in the first segment. The average speed of the first segment was 196 MPH.

Action-Packed Start for Monster Energy AMA Supercross

Stewart and Villopoto set the pace early on

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Race Results credited to: Anaheim (http://results.amasupercross.com/data/2011/01/sxboxscore.pdf) Phoenix (http://results.amasupercross.com/data/2011/02/sxboxscore.pdf) Los Angeles (http://results.amasupercross.com/data/2011/03/sxboxscore.pdf) Oakland (http://results.amasupercross.com/data/2011/04/sxboxscore.pdf)
AMA Supercross Points Standings credited to: http://www.amasupercross.com/
2011 Schedule credited to: http://www.amasupercross.com/events.aspx
Pictures credited to: Ryan Villopoto (http://www.ultimatemotorcycling.com/2010_Ryan_Villopoto_Supercross_Crash_Destroys_Title_Hopes?page=1) (http://video.lpmotocross.com/anaheim-1-the-450s)  James Stewart (http://www.mxlarge.com/news/2963-james-stewart-give-the-kid-a-break) (http://www.ultimatemotorcycling.com/authors?page=6)

Anaheim I (Angel Stadium) (January 8th)- The Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series kicked off it's action-packed seventeen race Championship season at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, CA. on January 8th.

Monster Energy Kawasaki rider Ryan Villopoto (Pictured Left) returned from a broken leg in 2010 to win the first round of the AMA Supercross season. Villopoto was followed by last year's rookie Champion Ryan Dungey in second and James Stewart in third. Stewart also came back from an injury in 2010. Honda newcomer Trey Canard finished fourth, while Chad Reed brought home a top five finish in the first race for his new race team Two Two Motorsports.

Sixth belonged to Kevin WIndham. Ivan Tedesco tuned in another solid run, finishing seventh in his first race with his new team Hart and Huntington. Supercross newcomer Brett Metcalfe finished eighth, while Joshua Grant came back from injury to finish nineth. Andrew Short rounded out the top ten finishers in tenth.

Phoenix (Chase Field) (January 15th)- The second race in the AMA Supercross season was in Phoenix's Chase Stadium.

After a strong third place showing in Anaheim, Yahama San Manuel rider James Stewart (Pictured Right) returned to victory  lane, winning his 38th career AMA Supercross feature. With the win, Stewart pulled into 3rd all time for AMA Supercross wins, tied with his rival Chad Reed. Second place belonged to Monster Energy Kawasaki rider Ryan Villopoto. Honda newcomer Trey Canard raced his way to third, while Chad Reed finished the night in fourth. Ryan Dungey grabbed fifth for Makita Tools Suzuki.

Justin Brayton turned in another solid sixth place run for Yamaha, while Andrew Short ended the night in seventh. Dungey's Makita Tools Suzuki teammate Brett Metcalfe raced his way to eighth, while nineth went to Kyle Chisholm. Kyle Regal rounded out the top ten feature finishers in Phoenix.

Los Angeles (Dodger Stadium) (January 22nd)- The third race was a first for the AMA Supercross Series. Dodger Stadium had never hosted the AMA Supercross Series until January 22nd, so each rider was eager to see if they could be the first winner in the legendary baseball venue.

Monster Energy Kawasaki's Ryan Villopoto started out the 20 lap finale in 9th, but stayed patient, working his way to the big win. Villopoto (#2 Pictured Left) was followed by James Stewart in second, and Ryan Dungey in third. Trey Canard finished fourth, while Justin Brayton took a strong fifth place showing.

Kevin Windham raced his way to sixth, while seventh belonged to Chad Reed. Brett Metcalfe ended his run with another solid top ten finish in eighth. Andrew Short and Kyle Chisholm rounded out the top ten in the first AMA Supercross feature at Dodger Stadium.


Oakland (Oakland Coliseum) (January 29th)- Yamaha San Manuel rider James Stewart (#7 Pictured Right) held off a hard-charging Chad Reed to pick up the twenty lap feature win. James and Villopoto are now even at two feature wins apiece early on in the seventeen race Championship season. Reed was followed by Ryan Dungey in third. Fourth went to two-time winner Ryan Villopoto. Brett Metcalfe continues to keep up with the front runners, finishing the night in fifth.

Trey Canard raced his way to sixth, while seventh belonged to Kevin Windham. David Millsaps took the checkers in eighth, while Andrew Short ended his run in nineth. Ivan Tedesco gave Hart and Huntington another top ten finish, ending the night in tenth.

After four races in the books, Yamaha San Manuel rider James Stewart holds a two point advantage over Monster Energy Kawasaki's Ryan Villopoto (90 points) and a fourteen point lead over third place Ryan Dungey (78 points), heading into the fifth race (Anahem II-Angel Stadium) on February 5th.

With four races down in the season, the AMA Supercross Series sets it's sights on Anaheim once more for the fifth race of the season on February 5th. After Anaheim, the Series will head to Houston, TX to race in Reliant Stadium on February 12th. February 19th marks a return trip to California, as the AMA Supercross Series races in Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA. After racing in San Diego, the Series shifts to Georgia Dome in Atlanta, GA. on February 26th.  The always exciting Daytona International Speedway will follow the race in Atlanta, GA. Get your tickets now for all the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series action this season. You can go to their website (http://www.amasupercross.com/) to check out their schedule and for ticket information!

Swindell Family Go 1-2 in Saturday's A-Main Chili Bowl

Written By: Matt "Night" Rider
Photos credited to: (http://www.schoenfeldheaders.com/Events.aspx) (http://mfpilot.com/index.php?main_page=index&manufacturers_id=46&sort=20a&page=12) (http://www.cowpattynation.com/) (http://www.pbase.com/pitpass/image/126208681)
Results credited to: Tuesday night (http://www.chilibowl.com/2011resultstue.asp?uUrl=1/15/201174243.55), Wednesday night (http://www.chilibowl.com/2011resultswed.asp?uUrl=1/15/201174273.34), Thursday night (http://www.chilibowl.com/2011resultsthu.asp?uUrl=1/15/201174772.84), Friday night (http://www.chilibowl.com/2011resultsfri.asp?uUrl=1/15/201174797.2), Saturday night (http://www.chilibowl.com/2011resultssat.asp) 

TULSA, OK.- Germantown, TN. racer Kevin Swindell (Center) raced his way to a second consecutive Chili Bowl Nationals win in Saturday night's 50 lap A-Main. Swindell's father, World of Outlaw legend Sammy Swindell ended another incredible week at the Chili Bowl with a strong second place finish. Third belonged to Auckland, New Zealand native Michael Pickens. Broken Arrow, OK. racer Jonathan Beason came away with a hard fought fourth place finish, while Noblesville, IN. native "The Bullet" Bryan Clauson came home fifth.

Avon, IN. racer Brad Kuhn raced his way to sixth, while seventh place belonged to Brownsburg, IN. racer Bobby East. Alpine, CA. native and NASCAR up-and-comer Cole Whitt took the checkers in eighth, while Jon Stanbrough ended his night in nineth. Owasso, OK. racer Daryn Pittman took the final spot in Saturday's top ten.

Tucson, AZ. native Jerry Coons Jr. raced his way to 11th, while 12th belonged to Wednesday night's Qualifying race winner Donnie Ray Crawford. Sunset Hills, MO. racer Brad Loyet ended his night in 13th, while 14th went to "The Demon" Damion Gardner. Belleville, IL. native Nick Knepper took the checkers in 15th.

Past Chili Bowl winner "The Cruiser" Cory Kruseman finished Saturday's A-Main in 16th. Fremont, CA. racer Shane Golobic finished right behind "The Cruiser" in 17th, while 18th belonged to Lincoln, IN. native Dave Darland. Darland was followed in 19th by Olive Branch, MS. racer Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Long Beach, CA. native Jason Leffler took the checkers in 20th.

Friday night's Qualifying race winner Shane "The Throttle" Cottle came home 21st, while World of Outlaw legend "The Wild Child" Jac Haudenschild ended his run in 22nd. Royersfield, PA. native Steve Buckwalter found himself in 23rd, while San Jose, CA. racer "T-Mez" Thomas Meseraull rounded out Saturday's A-Main field, finishing 24th respectively. 

 Germantown, TN. native and World of Outlaw Legend "Slammin'" Sammy Swindell (Pictured Left) kicked off the action-packed week of racing, by winning his second Vacuworx International Race of Champions. Lincoln, IN. racer Dave Darland came away with a hard fought second place finish, while third belonged to Long Beach, CA. native Jason Leffler. Phoenix, AZ. racer JJ Yeley stayed up with the front runners for a fourth place finish, while fifth went to Noblesville, IN. native "The Bullet" Bryan Clauson. 2010 Hoosier Hundred winner Tracy Hines raced his way to sixth, while Sunset Hills, MO. racer Brad Loyet took seventh. Watertown, NY. racer Tim McCreadie came home eighth, while Ventura, CA. racer "The Cruiser" Cory Kruseman took the checkers in nineth. The final spot in the top ten belonged to Alpine, CA. native and rising NASCAR Superstar Cole Whitt.
 

Clauson (Pictured Right) followed up his fourth place finish, with a big win in the Tuesday night's 25 Lap A-Main Qualifying Race. Clauson was followed by Auckland, New Zealand racer Michael Pickens in second place, while third belonged to Avon, IN. native Jon Stanbrough.

 On Wednesday night, Donnie Ray Crawford (Pictured Left) made history by becoming the first racer to win an A-Main Qualifying race from the state of Oklahoma. The Broken Arrow, OK. native was followed by Concord, CA. racer "The Demon" Damion Gardner in second, and San Jose, CA. native "T-Mez" Thomas Meseraull in third.

On Thursday night, Swindell added to his remarkable career at the Chili Bowl Nationals, by winning Thursday night's 25 lap A-Main. This win would give him the pole position in Saturday night's 50 lap A-Main. Tucson, AZ. racer Jerry Coons Jr. raced his way to second place, while third went to Belleville, IL. racer Nick Knepper.

On Friday night, Kokomo, IN. racer Shane "The Throttle" Cottle (Pictured Right) came away with the top spot, winning the 25 lap A-Main Qualifier. Lincoln, IN. native and USAC Legend "Double D" Dave Darland picked up second place honors, while third belonged to last year's Chili Bowl Nationals A-Main winner, Germantown, TN. racer Kevin Swindell.