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ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | Comments"Iron" Mike Ricci Dominates Field For Second Triumph Of The Season At Accord Speedway
By: Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media
Accord, NY- Another hot summer day in the Catskill Mountains that found the temperature soaring to ninety degrees and the sights and sounds of good racing action brought out a great crowd to the Accord Speedway as the Palmer Family offered up seven divisions of racing at their Ulster County speedplant on Friday evening. The racing action on the speedway was phenomenal as once again the on track performances allowed the cream to rise to the top and allow the victors the spoils of victory in the Lucas Oil Products Victory Lane. The evening of speed was sponsored by the good folks at Tom's Repair Shop located in New Paltz, New York. The racing show was presented without a hitch and completed at 10:58 PM. The checkered flag bonus was supplied by ASI Trophies located in Accord, New York
When all was said and done, "Iron" Mike Ricci rebounded from a hard crash one week ago to drive his Halmar International/Backwoods Blends/Direct Fleet Service sponsored hot rod to his second win of the season as he completely dominated the action on his way to the win in the United Pump and Tank Modified headliner. "Jammin" Jimmy Wells left nothing to chance as he put forth a great drive to capture his ninth win of the season in the Healey Brothers Group Sportsman headliner. The Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Car feature found Doylestown, Pennsylvania's Heidi Hedin making her long trip worthwhile as she captured her second win of the season. Tim Southard scored his first win of the season as he wired the field in the Arkel Motors Pure Stock Division feature. The WRWD Radio Junior Slingshot feature found "The Hurricane" Hunter Lapp racing to his seventh win of the season. In the Ruge's GM Parts Center Rookie Sportsman finale, Chris Van Duser scored his first career win at Accord as he led from start to finish. Bobby Hassenmayer scored the win in the Want Ad Digest feature.
With the season funneling down quickly in the 2016 racing season, some of the point's battles are still very much alive and will reach a fever pitch in the next couple of weeks. The final weeks of the season are the final building blocks to the track championship as all of the drivers will have to be at their best should they have aspirations to wear a speedway crown in 2016. The night of champions at the speedway is scheduled for September 9th on Taylor Rental and Handsome Devil BBQ Night at the speedway.
The United Pump and Tank Modified event was a crowd teaser and pleaser as Brett Graham hustled out front to lead the first seven laps. Last week's feature winner "Showtime" Danny Tyler flexed his muscles and took over the lead on lap eight and would lead until lap ten when Graham came roaring back and took over the lead for the second time in the event. From seventh starting spot came Mike Ricci and he worked every seam and racing channel he could find and reeled in Graham. Ricci was able to slip past Graham on lap fourteen and from that point on Ricci was on cruise control. Anthony Perrego started ninth and hustled through the field and into second place on lap nineteen but by that time Ricci had built up a tremendous lead. Ricci would earn his second win of the season with Perrego in second. Danny Tyler put in a great run for third while Graham was fourth and Brad Rothaupt raced to fifth. five. Jesse Marks, Corey Lowitt, Scott Ferrier, Ken Ferrier and Joe Judge completed the top ten.
Brandon McGill led the first lap of the Healey Brothers Group Sportsman event and gave way to the high flying Jimmy Wells on lap two. Wells, who has owned the division in 2016, quickly raced out front and built up a huge lead with McGill chasing him around the speedway. Pockets of good, solid racing action would follow for the remainder of the event but the attrition rate would be high in the event as one by one a skirmish here and there throughout the race would send some drivers to the sidelines. It would be Wells leading all of the way for his ninth win with McGill in the runner-up role. The battle for third was a barn-burner all of the way with Phil Goetchius earning the slot while Chris Stevens raced to fourth and Connor Otten would complete the top five. A great run from Winter Mead found her heading up the second five with Corey Cormier, Kevin Ward, Ralph Ronk and Nick Johnson rounding out the field.
The Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Car encounter found Heidi Hedin hustling out front at the start of the feature and would hold the field at bay to garner her second triumph of the season at Accord. Andrew Davis finished second with the point leader Jesse James Bartelson third. Eric Jennings was contending early in the sprint car feature but would meet with the unforgiving boiler plate to end his evening. Jennings was unhurt in the crash.
Tim Southard hustled to the front in the Arkel Motors Pure Stock division feature event. Southard would feel pressure from Steve Williams early on but maintained his poise and remained at the point with Williams and point leader Bob Sleight close behind. Williams made a few late race attempts to slip past Southard but to no avail as Southard would gain his first win of the season at the speedway. Williams was second with Sleight third, Livy Johnson fourth and the veteran Harry Bachman fifth. Steve Kanuk, Jim Smith and Gary Ronk would complete the finishers.
Chris Van Duser had been running strong in recent weeks and picked a good night to grab up the lead on the first lap and would lead the rest of the way to secure his first ever win at the speedway. Jim Kraus put in a good run for runner-up honors while Matt Shultz was third, Jason Feinberg fourth and Ryan McCartney completing the top five. Mike DuBois Jr, Jake Granacker and Sarah Smith would complete the field.
The Want Ad Digest All Star Slingshot feature found Bobby Hassenmayer the lone entry and he would capture his first ever win at the speedway.
Hunter Lapp grabbed the lead on the opening lap of the WRWD Radio Junior Slingshot feature and that would be the pass he needed as he drove away from his competition to secure his seventh win of the season. Point leader John Kendall was second and Michael Corbin was third.
GEMSTONES:
New drivers that made their first appearances of the season included Bobby Hassenmayer in the All Star Slingshots. Ed Dachenhausen brought back to the speedway the car that he wrecked so badly on the front stretch a couple of months ago. The car was unlettered but a really sharp looking racer. Some drivers had a tough night as a few cars could not make it out for their respective feature events and some skirmishes kept the two truck busy during the evening.
Heat race wins went to Chris Van Duser and Matt Shultz in the Rookie Sportsman ranks. Connor Otten, Brandon McGill and Jimmy Wells claimed wins in the Sportsman heats. The Modifieds had three heat events with Brett Graham, Danny Tyler and Brad Rothaupt claiming the wins. Travis Brockner and Steve Williams grabbed up the wins in the Pure Stock encounters. Hunter Lapp captured the heat race win in the Junior Slingshot division and Bobby Hassenmayer won the All Star Slingshot heat. Heidi Hedin made it a clean sweep as she was victorious in the Sprint Car preliminary.
Speedway announcer Steve Pados went trackside to announce the starting line-up for the Sportsman feature that also included the tennis ball throw. All but one driver managed to clear the safety fencing but needless to say, no major league scouts opted on to the speedway grounds to see if they had the right stuff, even though there were rumors to that effect.
Special thanks to race director Dave Rocket for keeping the show moving quickly throughout the evening.
Kingston Nissan had their Festival of Zeroes promotion on hand at the speedway as they prepare to raffle off a new Nissan automobile and they will be back at the track this coming Friday.
RESULTS:
United Pump & Tank Modifieds: Mike Ricci, Anthony Perrego, Danny Tyler, Brett Graham, Brad Rothaupt, Jesse Marks, Corey Lowitt, Scott Ferrier, Ken Ferrier, Joe Judge, Ed Dachenhausen, Danny Creeden, Richie Eurich, Dominick Roselli Jr, Tyler McKee, Mark Pullen, Lenny Helmich, Chad Loiodice (DNS)
Healey Brothers Group Sportsman: Jimmy Wells, Brandon McGill, Phil Goetchius, Chris Stevens, Connor Otten, Winter Mead, Corey Cormier, Kevin Ward, Ralph Ronk, Nick Johnson, Mike DuBois, Collin DuBois, Raphael Carson, Dave Demorest, Vinnie Gress, Richie Smith, Nick Plumstead, Joey Bruning (DNS)
Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Cars: Heidi Hedin, Andrew Davis, Jesse James Bartleson, Eric Jennings
Arkel Motors Pure Stocks: Tim Southard, Steve Williams, Bob Sleight, Ray Tarantino, Livy Johnson, Harry Bachman, Steve Kanuk, Jim Smith, Gary Ronk, Dan Knoth (DNS), Travis Brockner (DQ), Ray Tarantino (DQ)
Ruges Parts Center Rookie Crate Sportsman: Chris Van Duser, Jim Kraus, Matt Shultz, Jason Feinberg, Ryan McCartney, Mike DuBois Jr, Jake Grannaker, Sarah Smith, Tighe Sherlock (DNS), RJ Daley (DNS)
Want Ad Digest All Star Slingshots: Bobby Hassenmayer
WRWD Radio Junior Slingshots: Hunter Lapp, John Kendall, Michael Corbin Jake Mason (DNS)
Racing is on tap every Friday night at Accord Speedway from April through September. Make note of a new starting time beginning with next week's show. Pit Gates open at 5:00; Spectator Gates open at 5:30; Hot Laps are at 7:00 and the racing begins at 7:30 PM. Admission for Adults $14.00; Seniors (65+) $12.00; Children $3.00 (11+ under) Indoor Seating $20.00; Family four pack special: 2 Adults + 2 Children and $20.00 in Accord Bucks for $44.00 (a savings of $10.00)
Special event shows do have an increase in admission.
Make plans now for the spectacular Labor Day event on September 2nd when all divisions will be in action and Santore's Famous Fireworks will light up the Catskill Sky with a Fireworks Extravaganza like no other. The Famous Chicken BBQ will be served up with all of the trimmings. Some special additions to the celebration will include four bicycles to be given away courtesy of Upstate Auto and balloon art.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Accord Speedway, log on to their well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com or call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478.
At the Accord Speedway............................................
A TRAIL OF DIRT LEADS RIGHT TO OUR DOOR
ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | CommentsAccord, NY- Accord Speedway Quick Results August 19th On Escape RV Night
By: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media
United Pump & Tank Modifieds: Danny Tyler, Anthony Perrego, Scott Ferrier, Danny Creeden, Richie Eurich, Joe Judge, Chad Loiodice, Corey Lowitt, Jesse Marks, Ken Ferrier, Brad Rothaupt, Mark Pullen, Chuck McKee, Ed Dachenhausen, Dominick Roselli Jr, Tyler McKee, Donnie Elliott, Brett Graham, Jeff Hoetzler Sr, Rob Rowe, Dom Roselli, Mike Ricci, Lenny Helmich, Kurt Hundeland (DNS)
Healey Brothers Group Sportsman: Kevin Ward, Chris Stevens, Jimmy Wells, Joey Bruning, Robbie Knipe, Phil Goetchius, Corey Cormier, Nick Johnson, Connor Otten, Vinnie Gress, Collin DuBois, Dana Carey, Brandon McGill, Winter Mead, Aaron Doolittle, Nick Plumstead, Ralph Ronk, Mike DuBois, Dave Demorest (DNS)
Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Cars: Larry Ricci, Brody Adamsky, Jesse James Bartleson (DNS), Eric Jennings (DNS), Zach Mead (DNS)
Arkel Motors Pure Stocks: Bob Sleight, Ray Tarantino, Tim Southard, Steve Williams, Gary Ronk, Chris Kanuk, Joel Murns, Jim Smith, Harry Bachman, Travis Brockner, Mike Travis, James Goetchius
Ruges Parts Center Rookie Crate Sportsman: Jim Kraus, Brad Horton, Tighe Sherlock, Jason Feinberg, Jake Grannaker, RJ Daley, Chris Van Duser, Mike DuBois Jr
WRWD Radio Junior Slingshots: John Kendall, Jake Mason, Hunter Lapp, Jaden Sleight (DNS), Ashton Dewitt (DNS)
Emmanuel's Marketplace Fireball 4-Cylinder Enduro: Derek Delaney, George Barringer, Willy Oates
Racing is on tap every Friday night at Accord Speedway from April through September. Make note of a new starting time beginning with next week's show. Pit Gates open at 5:00; Spectator Gates open at 5:30; Hot Laps are at 7:00 and the racing begins at 7:30 PM. Admission for Adults $14.00; Seniors (65+) $12.00; Children $3.00 (11+ under) Indoor Seating $20.00; Family four pack special: 2 Adults + 2 Children and $20.00 in Accord Bucks for $44.00 (a savings of $10.00)
Special event shows do have an increase in admission.
Next week, Friday, August 26th will be Tom's Repair Shop Night at the speedway with all divisions ready to do battle on the fast quarter mile clay cushioned oval.
Make plans now for the spectacular Labor Day event on September 2nd when all divisions will be in action and Santore's Famous Fireworks will light up the Catskill Sky with a Fireworks Extravaganza like no other. Handsome Devil BBQ will be on hand serving up the now famous Chicken BBQ with all of the trimmings.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Accord Speedway, log on to their well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com or call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478.
At the Accord Speedway............................................
A TRAIL OF DIRT LEADS RIGHT TO OUR DOOR
HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | CommentsHamlin, PA - Hamlin Speedway Halted By Storm After Six Features Are Completed
By: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media
As the summer sunshine continues to capture the beautiful scenic Pocono Mountain landscape, the drivers and crews of a special breed of racers continue to compete and put on great shows at the Hamlin Speedway and Saturday night was no exception. Promoters Denise and Randy Smith offered another fabulous edition of the 2016 racing season at Hamlin and the talented roster of drivers once again displayed their daredevil, race to the walls brand of racing excitement. A large crowd was on hand to witness the show as close to one hundred racers came to do battle on Saturday evening. Unfortunately, a quick hitting thunderstorm brought a sudden end to the racing activity after six events were completed and the remaining All Star Slingshot feature will be the first event on the speedway on September 9th. The six feature card was once again presented by S&S Speedways Indoor Go Karts located in Snydersville, Pennsylvania.
When the final scorecards were tallied it was "The Oxford Express" Dale Kober getting back in the win column in the Super Slinger finale. Damon Paul continues to raise the bar as he sped to his fourth win of the season in the Hampton RV and Trailer Stage One Modified Division. "Bad" Chad Sandt utilized all of the speedway real estate to capture his fourth win of the season in the Wingless 600 Sprint main. Paul Richards Jr added another notch to his gun belt with his seventh win of the season in the Winged 270 Sprint main. Jared Silfee was in the zone as he raced to his fourth win of the season at Hamlin in the Junior Slingshot finale. "The Mac Attack" Mack Brink was spot on as he sped to his second victory of the season in the Rookie Wingless 600 feature event.
The six feature events were all excellent runs and the "stars of tomorrow" Junior Slingshot drivers continue to excel with each turn of the steering wheel even though it was a short field taking the green on Saturday night. JJ Rice jumped into the lead at the drop of the green flag but a three car jingle in turn three brought the field to a halt and eliminated three cars from the fray. On the restart it would be Rice leading for two laps but yielding to a high flying Jared Silfee on lap three. Silfee attacked the race track as he quickly sped away from the rest of the field. Hunter Lapp kept pace throughout but Silfee proved to have the hot hand on this evening of racing and would earn his fourth win of the season. Lapp, who also earned runner-up honors on Tuesday evening at the Reading Fairgrounds, added another runner-up finish to his expanding racing resume. Cole Stangle was third with JJ Rice in fourth and Emily Fleming fifth.
Damon Paul raced into the lead in turn two at the start of the Hampton RV and Trailer Stage One Modified main event. That would be the only move he needed as he controlled the point and the incoming storm that was about to hit the speedway grounds. The race would be called after 15-laps as a completed feature as in a matter of seconds the racetrack would be awash with a major storm hitting the area. Damon Paul was the winner with 69 year old Will Casazza doing great work in the runner-up role. Bill Dianella was third while Charlie Bodine and Cole Stangle completed the top five. Chloe Andreas, Janell Geary, Joel Smith and Evan Civick completed the field.
The rookie 600 Sprint feature found Brett Altemose hustling out front at the start of the event. Altemose was very good at the top of the raceway and withstood the early pressure from Noah Zielinski. Mack Brink found his way forward and slipped past Zielinski to assume the runner-up role and then began to pressure Altemose with some amazing runs off of the baseline of the speedway. On lap-17, Altemose would jump the cushion in turns one and two and allowed Brink to gain control of the lead. Brink would earn his second win of the season. The rest of the field scrambled at the end as Altemose slid out of the groove and Jakson Ring and Geordan Marrero would get by him for second and third. Altemose would finish fourth in a great run and Zielinski would round out the top five. The second five was headed up by newcomer Scott Myers with Tyler Galatro, newcomer Jared Lilly, the returning Jerry Rutledge and Cody Powell completing the top ten.
The 270 Sprint headliner found "Deuce" Glenn Macomber getting the jump on the field when the green flag was displayed. The event settled into a high speed chase as Paul Richards Jr began to chase Macomber around the speedway. Kyle Ferrucci slipped off the pace with problems in lap nine. On lap-13, Richards made the move of the evening as Macomber slipped past a slower car rolled a bit high on the speedway allowing Richards to also slip past the slower car and dive under Macomber to take control of the point. Once in front, Richards opened up a wide margin went on to capture the win with Macomber second, Randy Gombert third and Stephen Weirich fourth.
Super Slinger action found Steve Pirone getting the jump on the field at the start of the event. Pirone would lead the first four laps until Dale Kober found the inside line open and made a dash for the lead. Once in front, Kober was able to race to daylight while ten-time winner in 2016 Wes Hearn was locked in a battle with the returning Roger Collins and then Steve Pirone. Kober built up a huge lead and drove away to his second win of the season with Hearn making a valiant effort to land in the runner-up role. Pirone had a great outing in third while Collins and steady Jim Conroy rounded out the top five. Jeff Haduck, newcomer Mike Taylor and Ron Jablonka made up the remainder of the field.
The 600 Wingless Sprint main found Saylorsburg resident Chad Sandt driving to daylight at the drop of the green flag. Dylan Martin kept pace early on before he gave way to Danny Buccafusca. Buccafusca threw all he had at Sandt but soon had to contend with Brandon Azzalina as he worked the top of the raceway to perfection to make it a three car battle. Azzalina dogged Buccafusca until he made a clean pass to slip past him. Sandt withstood the heavy pressure from Azzalina for the last five laps to capture his fourth win of the season. Azzalina, Buccafusca, JD Casazza in a great run and Joel Smith completed the top five. Ryan Quackenbush headed up the second five with Mick D'Agostino, Mike Myers, Zac Azzalina and Mike Van Pelt completing the top ten.
PEARL JAMS:
Heat racing action at Hamlin continued to fuel the fires that make Hamlin Speedway the place to be on Saturday nights as Jerry Rutledge and Scott Myers were victorious in the Rookie 600 Sprint heat events. One heat was required for the Stage One Modifieds with Damon Paul securing the win. Jared Silfee captured the heat win for the Junior Slingers. Chad Sandt and Dylan Martin captured the two heats in the Wingless 600 Sprints and captured heat number two. Two rounds of heats were need to establish the starting lineup for the All Star Slingshots and capturing heat wins were Austin Silfee, Ashley Kober and Josh Marcus in the first round while Chris Kurtz, Brett Bieber and Mike McLaughlin were victorious in the second round.
The Super Slingers ran time trials with Dale Kober holding the hot hand at 14.302 seconds. Paul Richards was top timer in the 270 Sprints as he stopped the clocks at 11.820 seconds.
Newcomers or returning racers to the Hamlin Speedway scene for the Saturday night racing action included Tommy Stillo in the Junior Slingshots. Roger Collins returned to the speedway for the first time since his harrowing backstretch accident a few weeks ago and was solid throughout the evening in his return to action. Mike Taylor was a newcomer in both the Super Slingers and the All Stars. Randy Gombert was back in action in the 270 Sprints. Pat Bealer, who picked up a win last week in the 270 Sprints, had a 600 Sprint on hand to do battle and was strong until he encountered some problems late in the feature. Janell Geary returned to action in the Stage One Modifieds. The Rookie 600 Sprints were filled out with Jared Lilly, Jerry Rutledge, Cody Powell and David Trego, all new faces in recent weeks. Dylan Hoch, Anthony Raisner, Henry Anderson, Joe Toth and Sarah Bohlin were new additions to the All Star Slingshots.
A new PA system was installed for the racing action and still needs a few tweaks that retired racer Tex Snyder will help iron out in the upcoming weeks. Tex still has his race equipment for sale at reasonable prices and has an ad up on microracing.com.
Randy Smith had the speedway in great shape for the evening of speed and three and four wide action in the heat events was commonplace.
"The Flying Dutchman" Richie Van Orden was taking in the show and the former track record holder in the Slingshots is preparing for some Sportsman racing at OCFS and Accord Speedways.
The speedway paid their final respects to Bryan Clauson, who passed way last Sunday evening at the age of 27. The Bullet was a guest on the Gasoline Alley TV show five times that was hosted by Ed and Steve Pados.
The speedway will be dark next week to allow our racing families to enjoy some quality time off from the rigors of racing. The speedway will return to action on August 27th with a full seven division show of racing excitement, highlighted by a special event for the Wingless 600 Sprints.
RESULTS:
All Star Slingshots: Postponed until September 9th
270cc Sprints: Paul Richards Jr, Glenn Macomber, Randy Gombert, Stephen Weirich, Kyle Ferrucci
600cc Wingless Sprints: Chad Sandt, Brandon Azzalina, Danny Buccafusca, JD Casazza, Joel Smith, Ryan Quackenbush, Mick D'Agostino, Mike Myers, Zac Azzalina, Mike Van Pelt, Sam Kravitsky, Dylan Martin, Don Colaluce, Pat Bealer, Colin White, Joe Howey (DNS)
Hampton RV And Trailer Stage One Modifieds: Damon Paul, Will Casazza, Bill Dianella, Charlie Bodine, Cole Stangle, Chloe Andreas, Janell Geary, Joel Smith, Evan Civick
Junior Slingshots: Jared Silfee, Hunter Lapp, Cole Stangle, JJ Rice, Emily Fleming, Shelby McLaughlin, Ty Kelly, Colton Geary, Tommy Stillo
Super Slingshots: Dale Kober, Wes Hearn, Steve Pirone, Roger Collins, Jim Conroy, Jeff Haduck, Mike Taylor, Ron Jablonka
Rookie 600cc Wingless Sprints: Mack Brink, Jakson Ring, Geordan Marrero, Brett Altemose, Noah Zielinski, Scott Myers, Tyler Galatro, Jared Lilly, Jerry Rutledge, Cody Powell, David Trego, Jacob Balliet, Tony Parlanti
Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. Hamlin Speedway will be dark next week to allow racing families some final vacation time before their children head back to school. The next event on the Hamlin Speedway schedule is set for August 27th when all Divisions will be in action on the 1/5th mile clay cushioned oval with a special event added for the Wingless 600 Sprints with $750.00 to win based on 30 entries. Twin heats, Passing Points and a 30-lap main event. Make sure to check the Hamlin Speedway website for additional information. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 3 PM; Drivers Meeting at 5:45; Hot Laps are at 6:00 and the racing begins at 7 PM sharp. Admission Prices for regular shows are: Adults $10.00; Senior Citizens $5.00 Children under 6 are Free
Upcoming events at the speedway include the Roy Smith Memorial for the Hampton RV and Trailer Sales sponsored Stage One Modifieds to be held on September 3rd.
The postponed Speedweeks Slingshot finale will be the first event raced on September 9th, followed by a complete regular show highlighted by the All Star Slingshot National Tour 50-lap Tour event paying $1,000.00 to the winner based on a 24 entry count.
Please support the many great sponsors who assist in working and sponsoring the season long events at the speedway. Tilcon, Yankowski Enterprises, Triple Cities Mack, Dickie Keiper Speed Supplies, Ron Brown Hauling, Classic Cycles, Kim's Kreations, RockAuto.com, Howe's Comfort Inn and Santarelli And Sons Oil Company are all part of the advertising family at the speedway and we graciously thank them for their support.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeed.com or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500.
The Hamlin Speedway Is The "Pearl" In The Poconos
HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | CommentsHamlin, PA - Hamlin Speedway Keeps On Rocking In Silence With Tremendous Racing Action In all Divisions
By: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media
Hamlin Speedway Promoters Randy and Denise Smith have been tortured by the whims of Mother Nature all season long but on Saturday evening had the good fortune to withstand an afternoon shower and be able to host another excellent night of racing action for the large crowd on hand. Randy Smith and crew had the Hamlin Speedway in tip-top racing form as the stars and cars of the speedway rocked the house with their special brand of racing excitement and theatrics. More than one hundred racers were on hand for the nine feature event racing card and was wrapped up by 10:30 PM. The only drawback to an excellent evening of racing was the fact the PA System was struck by lightning on Friday and rendered it inoperable for the evening. When the good lord says silence, He means it! The evening of speed was sponsored by S&S Speedways Indoor Go Karts located in Snydersville, Pennsylvania
Heading up the list of winners on Saturday evening included "Bad" Chad Sandt as he raced his Ron Sandt Motorsports sponsored racer to his third win of the season in a fierce drive to the front spectacular in the Wingless 600 Sprint competition. Additional winners included Justin Hartz and Geordan Marrero as they each captured wins in the Rookie 600 Sprints. "The Ambassador" Wes Hearn continued on with his "Summer of Wes Tour" as the veteran star captured a double, winning both the All Star Slingshot feature and also adding his tenth Super Slinger win for the season and it is the second time this season Hearn has been able to accomplish the feat. Cole Stangle scored his fifth Hamlin Speedway win in the Junior Slingshot finale. "The Icon" Pat Bealer returned to action with brand new race car and quickly wired the field in his first event back in the 270 Sprint headliner. Damon Paul was throttle quick and led all of the way to score his third victory in the exciting Hampton RV and Trailer Sales Stage One Modified main. Olivia Mease stepped away from her duties in the tower to climb back into a race car and dominate the action to score the Powder Puff victory
The evening of feature attractions found Wes Hearn rocketing out front at the start of the Super Slinger finale. Hearn reeled off some quick times to gain some advantage but Dale Kober and Donny Hockman had their own battle going and the three drivers stepped away from the rest of the field. Hearn would earn his tenth win of the season with Kober and Hockman following. Jim Conroy and the returning Greg Zellman completed the top five. Steve Pirone, Ryan Lacoe, Ron Jablonka and the returning Carl Bittenbender completed the field.
The Junior Slingshot twenty lap headliner found Cole Stangle and Hunter Lapp battling it out at the start with Stangle winning the point to lead the way. "TVD" Tanner Van Doren entered the battle quickly and behind him came Jared Silfee. The budding stars provided some great racing action throughout the twenty lap run as the racing was fast and tight and the action was superb. Cole Stangle would lead all of the way to gain the victory with Lapp close behind, Silfee gaining third late in the race and Van Doren was fourth and showing no fear to find the fastest outside line of the speedway. Ty Kelly completed the top five. Shelby McLaughlin headed up the rest of the field with Emily Fleming, JJ Rice, James Hendricks, Austin Homan and James Costlow following.
The 20-lap headliner for the All Star Slingshot racers proved to be a barn burner right from the start with equal cars and stars making up the first three rows of competition. Wes Hearn seized the lead at the start of the event, was able to handle the hot-heat placed on him by Brett Bieber, Taylor Mills, Russell Benke, Alan Selemba and Tyler Peet. The intense racing behind that six-some was something to behold as well as each driver had his own visions of how the final outcome would play out. Hearn zipped off some 13.6 second laps to keep everyone aware of the fact he was in the lead and he would cross the finish line just ahead of Bieber, Benke, Taylor Mills, and Peet. Alan Selemba was sixth followed by Tyler Pirone, Dale Kober, Matt Henneforth, and Justin Mills. Even with another Tour event going on at another facility, the roster of talent at Hamlin proved to be second to none when it come to putting on a great show.
"The Wild Child" Geordan Marrero jumped into the lead in the first Rookie 600 Sprint event. Marrero was quick and lead all laps to gain his third win of the season. Brett Altemose kept pace throughout the event but settled for second with newcomer Scott Myers, Paul Richards Jr and Noah Zielinski completing the top five and Mack Brink, Tony Parlanti and Savannah Leggio following.
The second Rookie 600 Sprint event was a challenging affair as Mikey Smith led the first eight laps until he and a slower car made contact. The bump allowed Joe Howey to slip past Smith for the lead and Howey would lead until lap 15 when he made contact with a slower car and disabled his racer. Justin Hartz became the new leader and led the remainder of the event to claim his second win of the season. Jakson Ring, Jacob Balliet, Tim Bauer and Jr Williams completed the top five with Joe Nemeth, newcomers David Trego and Jared Lilly following.
"The Rockaway Rocket" Danny Buccafusca led the first two laps of laps the Wingless 600 Sprint main but would yield the top spot to the high flying "Quack Attack" Ryan Quackenbush on lap three. Quackenbush was hammer down as he led the way but working the cushion to perfection was "Bad" Chad Sandt and he began to reel in Quackenbush with some 12.249 second laps. Sandt made a successful bid for the lead on lap seven took control of the point. The race was far from over as Buccafusca was back on the attack from the baseline and pulled event with Sandt on occasion only to have Sandt execute the use of the cushion to perfection to maintain his advantage. Sandt would race to his third win of the season with Buccafusca in the runner-up scenario. "The Travelin Man" Mick D'Agostino came back from a first lap spin to nail down third place in an excellent drive for the New Englander. "Thrillin" Dylan Martin finally had his new Mark Gray Automotive sponsored mount working to perfection and drove from 18th starting place to finish fourth. JD Casazza started in 15th place and enjoyed a fine drive to complete the top five. The second five found the returning Nick Corazzi (from 16th), Johnny Smith (from 19th), Ryan Neil, Brandon Azzalina and Joel Smith.
Pat Bealer grabbed the lead out of the starting blocks and raced his recently completed Neff's Construction sponsored mount to his second win of the season. Paul Richards Jr kept pace as the runner-up with Kyle Ferrucci, Stephen Weirich and Glenn Macomber following.
Damon Paul controlled the Hampton RV and Trailer Sales Stage One Modified encounter from the first lap on with "The Nickel Man" Joel Smith mirroring his every move for the entire 20-lap distance. Paul had enough steam to win in a close margin over Smith, "The Sunshine Gypsy" Charlie Bodine, Will Casazza, and Bill Dianella. Cole Stangle, Caitlin Henneforth, Evan Civick and Chloe Andreas completed the field.
Wendy Guest led the first lap of the fifteen lap Powder Puff encounter. After that it was all Olivia Mease as the former Quarter Midget star took over the lead on the second lap and reeled off some impressive times under the 14 second barrier to go on and capture the win. Guest was the runner-up and Lori Carper was third. Karen Mirabelli and Donna Jablonka both encountered problems before the green flag and were forced from competition.
PEARL JAMS:
Randy Smith kept pace with the speedway all night long as the track remained super smooth all evening long. A couple of short intermission sessions were all that was needed to manicure the speedway surface for the competitors. Short track racing is close competition at its finest and the drivers were negotiating the tight quarters of the Hamlin Speedway in two, three, four and occasional five wide fashion for most of the evening.
A series of time trials were held for two of the racing divisions and quick time for the All Star Slingshots was Justin Mills at 14.271 seconds as he narrowly defeated Tess Horvath at 14.298 and Tyler Peet at 14.196. Rookie 600 Sprint times found Geordan Marrero tops at 12.216 over Brett Altemose who timed at 12.455 seconds.
Heat racing action in the Stage One Modifieds found Damon Paul claiming the win. 600 Sprint heat wins went to Sam Kravitsky and Chad Sandt. Dale Kober was the quick man in claiming the heat race win for the Super Slingers. The 270 Sprint heat went to Pat Bealer. Junior Slingshot heats were claimed by "The Hurricane" Hunter Lapp and Cole Stangle.
Mike Jablonka escaped injury in his heat event when he got upside down on the backstretch in a scramble of a few cars.
Donny Hockman gave the Tess Horvath ride a great drive with a third place finish in the Super Slingers and it was great to see him back in the seat. Austin Homan returned to action in the Junior Slingshots. Justin Mills was back with his 600 Sprint with the new graphics and the car looked great but unfortunately was the first out in one of the Rookie 600 Sprint mains. Matt Massone was back in action as he borrowed the Ryan Lacoe mount for the evening. Louie Horvath borrowed Tony Parlanti's Brew House sponsored mount for the evening.
Newcomers to the Hamlin scene included Scott Myers who looked strong in one of the Rookie features with a third place finish. David Trego was a new addition to the Rookie 600 Sprint ranks as he purchased the former AJ Hobbs race car. Jared Lilly made his first appearance at the speedway in the Rookie 600 Sprints. Jason Van Doren returned to action in the Ray Merli owned hot rod. Mike and Alex Van Pelt also returned to the Hamlin scene. Evan Civick returned to action in the Stage One Modifieds.
It was a tough week for the Smith Family as the water retention pond was breached with the heavy torrential rains that fell in the area. To make matters worse was the faulty PA system. A promoter's work is never done. Kudos to staff members who tried in vain to restore the system to sound.
Retired racer Tex Snyder was a spectator last evening and told of his long journey to Alaska recently, roughly 9,600 miles. Retired racer Dale Reed and his wife Heather took in the show last night and it was great to see them back at the speedway.
Good luck from the Hamlin Speedway management and staff to all of the racers who are in competing in Speed Weeks. For the 12th consecutive season Ed and Steve Pados and their Gasoline Alley Group will be supporting the Reading Fairgrounds Racing Historical Society with some great support from many of their good friends in racing.
Thanks to all of the great Hamlin fans for understanding the matter at hand.
RESULTS:
All Star Slingshots: Wes Hearn, Brett Bieber, Russell Benke III, Taylor Mills, Tyler Peet, Alan Selemba, Tyler Pirone, Dale Kober, Matt Henneforth, Justin Mills, Anthony Recchio, Samantha Muller, Josh Marcus, Alex Van Pelt, Greg Zellman, Matt Massone, Steve Pirone, Tess Horvath, Amanda Conroy, Ryan Davey, John Mirabelli
270cc Sprints: Pat Bealer, Paul Richards Jr, Kyle Ferrucci, Stephen Weirich, Glenn Macomber
600cc Wingless Sprints: Chad Sandt, Danny Buccafusca, Mick D'Agostino, Dylan Martin, JD Casazza, Nick Corazzi, Johnny Smith, Ryan Neil, Brandon Azzalina, Joel Smith, Tim Bauer, Sam Kravitsky, Jason Van Doren, Carmen Leggio Jr, Joseph Smith, Ryan Quackenbush, Zac Azzalina, Louie Horvath, Jared Lilly, Mike Van Pelt
Hampton RV And Trailer Stage One Modifieds: Damon Paul, Joel Smith, Charlie Bodine, Will Casazza, Bill Dianella, Cole Stangle, Caitlin Henneforth, Evan Civick, Chloe Andreas
Junior Slingshots: Cole Stangle, Hunter Lapp, Jared Silfee, Tanner Van Doren, Ty Kelly, Shelby McLaughlin, Emily Fleming, JJ Rice, James Hendricks, Austin Homan, James Costlow, John Velde, Gavin McClure
Super Slingshots: Wes Hearn, Dale Kober, Donny Hockman, Jim Conroy, Greg Zellman, Steve Pirone, Ryan Lacoe, Ron Jablonka, Carl Bittenbender, Mike Jablonka
Rookie 600cc Wingless Sprints: (1) Geordan Marrero, Brett Altemose, Scott Myers, Paul Richards Jr, Noah Zielinski, Mack Brink, Tony Parlanti, Savannah Leggio, Tyler Galatro, Justin Mills
Rookie 600cc Wingless Sprints: (2) Justin Hartz, Jakson Ring, Jacob Balliet, Tim Bauer, JR Williams, Joe Nemeth, David Trego, Jared Lilly, Joe Howey, Mikey Smith
Powder Puff Girls: Olivia Mease, Wendy Guest, Lori Carper, Donna Jablonka, Karen Mirabelli
Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. The next event on the Hamlin Speedway schedule is set for August 13th when all Divisions will be in action on the 1/5th mile clay cushioned oval and the final event for the Briggs and Stratton Mid Atlantic All Star Slingshot Tour will headline the evening of events. Make sure to check the Hamlin Speedway website for additional information. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 3 PM; Drivers Meeting at 5:45; Hot Laps are at 6:00 and the racing begins at 7 PM sharp. Admission Prices for regular shows are: Adults $10.00; Senior Citizens $5.00 Children under 6 are Free
Please support the many great sponsors who assist in working and sponsoring the season long events at the speedway. Tilcon, Yankowski Enterprises, Triple Cities Mack, Dickie Keiper Speed Supplies, Ron Brown Hauling, Classic Cycles, Kim's Kreations, RockAuto.com, Howe's Comfort Inn and Santarelli And Sons Oil Company are all part of the advertising family at the speedway and we graciously thank them for their support.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeed.com or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500.
For One Week, The Hamlin Speedway Was The Silent "Pearl" In The Poconos
ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | CommentsAccord, NY- Perrego Remains Hot In Convincing Drive To Second Win In Exciting Accord Speedway Modified ACtion
By: Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media
On a hazy but warm summer day in August, the Accord Speedway swung back into action on Friday evening. With temperatures in the low 80's and a warm gentle breeze blowing across the speedway grounds, Promoters Gary and Donna Palmer reeled off an outstanding racing card for the good crowd on hand that witnessed the excellent racing action. The evening of speed was sponsored by the good folks at Kingston Nissan and their representatives were on hand to take part in the victory ceremonies at the Lucas Oil Products victory lane. For information regarding Kingston Nissan, go to their extensive website at: www.kingstonnissan.net
A&M Hardware was the checkered flag bonus sponsor. The evening of events was completed by 11PM and it marked the first event for Accord with a new 7:30 starting time.
The final outcome of the great evening of racing action found "The Montgomery Missile" Anthony Perrego continuing his excellent work at the speedway as he steered his New York Truck Parts sponsored hot rod to his second Accord Speedway win of the season in the United Pump & Tank Modified headliner. Phil Goetchius after weeks of trying, finally nailed down his first win of the season in the Healey Brothers Group Sportsman finale. "The Layton Laser" Brody Adamsky was spot on as he recorded his fifth win of the season in the Ruge's Performance NEWS Sprint Car feature event. Veteran campaigner Steve Williams added his second win of the season to his total as he raced to victory in the Arkel Motors Pure Stock ranks. "The Junior Rock" Matt Shultz captured his first win of the season in the Ruge's GM Parts Center Rookie Sportsman main event as he dominated the action in a wire to wire run. Michael Corbin earned his first career win at the speedway in the WRWD Radio Junior Slingshot finale with a solid run to victory lane. The Empire Lightning Sprints returned to action at the speedway and former track champion Clint Roehrs flashed his championship form in a great drive to victory.
Richie Eurich used a front row start to kick off the United Pump and Tank Modified event and led for the first six laps of the 30-lap main event. A restart closed the field in and on the restart Joe Judge found the top of the speedway to be the fast way forward and grabbed the lead out of turn two. Judge would lead until lap 12 until another caution slowed the event. On the restart Eurich kicked up his heels once again and would lead the field but was under siege from a quadrant of racers moving their way forward including Judge, Anthony Perrego, Mike Ricci and Jesse Marks. A couple of cautions would bring the field close together but Eurich remained in command of the point.
A restart on lap-20 put Perrego nose to tail with Eurich and when the green appeared Perrego began to make his run for the roses. Tailing Eurich closely, he tried the top and the bottom of the speedway channels and on lap-22 found the baseline of the speedway to his liking and he drove under Eurich, pulled even on the backstretch and won the top spot as the pair raced into turn three. Perrego would race to his second win of the season with Eurich in for a hard fought runner-up slot. Joe Judge stayed in the hunt all night long for a nice third place run and current point leader Mike Ricci was fourth and steady Jesse Marks completed the top five. The second five were Ed Dachenhausen, Brad Rothaupt, Mark Pullen, Ken Ferrier and the returning Dave Hinsch.
The Healey Brothers Group Sportsman event proved to be a great race as Phil Goetchius found the fast line at the top of the raceway and powered into the lead. Goetchius opened up a big lead on the field but some skirmishes would slow the action down on a few occasions. A trio of racers Collin DuBois, Dana Carey and Connor Otten kept pace with Goetchius for a time but in long stretches Goetchius was in charge of the event. Just past the halfway point, Kevin Ward and Jimmy Wells moved into contention and would move into the second and third place with five laps to go. Goetchius would not be denied on this night as after many weeks of trying he finally nabbed his first 2016 win at Accord Speedway. Ward was second with Wells third. Collin DuBois enjoyed a solid outing with a fourth place run and Dana Carey completed the top five in his best run of the season. Following the top five were Milton Mann, Dave Demorest, Rafael Carson, Winter Mead and Leo Fotopolous,
The Ruge's GM Parts Rookie Sportsman feature attraction found Matt Shultz with the hot hand as he powered into the lead at the drop of the green flag and would open up some distance on the field and even though a couple of restarts were needed, Shultz raced away to his first win of the season at Accord and first ever in a full size race car. Shultz captured seven wins last year while competing in the All Star Slingshots. Chris Van Duser had a great run for second with Stan Vishinski taking third. Jason Feinberg, newcomer Brad Horton, Jim Kraus, newcomer Derrick Cormier, Kenny Ryder and AJ Williams would complete the rest of the field.
Steve Williams grabbed the early lead in the Arkel Motors Pure Stock main event and that proved to be the winning pass as he led throughout the event despite some heavy pressure coming in the form of Bob Sleight and Travis Brockner. Williams was cool as a snow cone as he held back his opponents and raced to his second win of the season in the 15-lap encounter. Sleight was second with Brockner third and a good battled developed for fourth with Ray Tarantino getting the spot over a returning Gary Ronk. Newcomer Rob Taylor, Curt Ayers, Harry Bachman and James Goetchius completed the field.
Brody Adamsky grabbed the lead at the start of the Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Car feature. The move made the rest of the event purely academic as Adamsky raced away from the field to gather in his fifth win of the season. Andrew Davis enjoyed a solid run in his return to action with a runner-up finish and point leader Jesse James Bartleson was third.
Michael Corbin started from the outside pole position and quickly raced in to the lead at the start of the event. Corbin opened up a big lead late in the race and coasted to his first ever Accord Speedway win. Hunter Lapp was second with Jake Mason third, John Kendall fourth, Justin Sleight fifth and Ashton Dewitt sixth.
Shilo Boyce grabbled the lead at the start of the Empire Lightning Sprint 20-lap feature run. Boyce kept the lead as he repelled the advances of Ralph Utter and Jesse Pruchnick. Clint Roehrs started from sixth place and began to work the baseline to perfection as he raced into the runner-up slot by lap ten. Roehrs kept nipping away at Boyce and finally was able to slip past for the lead on lap-13. Roehrs would go on to capture the win with Boyce solid in the runner-up status. Ralph Utter was third in his first race in three years and Jon Moore was fourth with Jesse Pruchnick nailing down fifth place. Jerry Sehn, Canadian Charles Belanger, Zach Bennett, Matt Brown, Nick DeNyse, Lou Torres and Rick Stone rounded out the field.
GEMSTONES:
The good friends from Kingston Nissan were the headline sponsor for the evening and proudly displayed an SUV from their inventory for the evening. They have put together as fund to assist dogs in local shelter to find homes and to help defray the cost of running the shelters. The fund is called "The Ozzie Fund" in memory of their beloved pet. More information regarding donations can be found on the Kingston Nissan website or their Facebook page.
Heat races were run off quickly and Sportsman heat wins went to Connor Otten, Kevin Ward and Dana Carey. Matt Shultz captured the Rookie Sportsman heat event. Modified heats were claimed by Danny Tyler, Brett Graham and Richie Eurich. Brody Adamsky won the Sprint heat. Gary Ronk and Bob Sleight claimed wins in the Pure Stock heats. Jake Mason captured the Junior Slingshot heat. Jesse Pruchnick and Shilo Boyce were victorious in the Lightning Sprint heats.
Wright's Farm Market was back at the Speedway on Friday offering up those great home made Grandma Annie's pies to the winning drivers.
New entries were abundant at the speedway as Greg McCloskey steered the second Creeden racer. Dave Hinsch returned to action along with Richard Smith and Patrick Murphy made his maiden debut in the Modified ranks with his P3. Zach Mead was on hand with his Northeast Wingless Sprint Car in his debut and ran strong until problems under the bonnet sidelined his evening. Eric Jennings also returned to action but had a short evening as well as mechanical problems befell the team. Kenny Ryder and Brad Horton took their first runs in the Rookie Sportsman. Rob Taylor and Shawn Johannssen were newcomers for the Pure Stock division. New Sportsman cars included Mike Murphy, Raphael Carson, Tommy Vighe, Winter Mead and Mike Senecal.
Happy engagement wishes go out to Steve Schrader and his girlfriend from the Tyler racing Team and Accord Speedway.
Promoter Gary Palmer had the speedway in great racing form as the speedway again offered up to four and possibly five distinct racing channels to the drivers to create some excellent side by side battles throughout the evening.
Best wishes go out to all of the Accord Speedway Junior Slingshot and All Star Slingshot drivers who will be taking part in the Slingshot Speedweeks racing at the various speedways on the tour schedule. The racing began this evening at Linda's Speedway and will end with next Saturday's racing at the Hamlin Speedway. Monday will find the All Star drivers at the new Reading Fairgrounds and Tuesday is set aside for the Junior Slingshots.
RESULTS:
United Pump & Tank Modifieds: Anthony Perrego, Richie Eurich, Joe Judge, Mike Ricci, Brad Rothaupt, Jesse Marks, Ed Dachenhausen, Brad Rothaupt, Mark Pullen, Ken Ferrier, Dave Hinsch, Corey Lowitt, Greg McCloskey, Dan Humes, Patrick Murphy, Kurt Hundeland, Rob Rowe, Danny Creeden, Chad Loilodice, Brett Graham, Lenny Helmich, Scott Ferrier, Danny Tyler, Richard Smith
Healey Brothers Group Sportsman: Phil Goetchius, Kevin Ward, Jimmy Wells, Collin DuBois, Dana Carey, Milton Mann, Dave Demorest, Rafael Carson, Winter Mead, Leo Fotopolous, Tommy Vighe, Nick Plumstead, Connor Otten, Ken Boniface, Brandon McGill, Mike Senecal, Michael Murphy
Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Cars: Brody Adamsky, Andrew Davis, Jesse James Bartleson, Eric Jennings, Zach Mead
Arkel Motors Pure Stocks: Steve Williams, Bob Sleight, Travis Brockner, Ray Tarantino, Gary Ronk, Rob Taylor, Curt Ayers, Harry Bachman, James Goetchius, Shawn Johannsen, Mike DuBois Jr
Ruges Parts Center Rookie Crate Sportsman: Matt Shultz, Chris Van Duser, Stan Vishinski IV, Jason Feinberg, Brad Horton, Jim Kraus, Derrick Cormier, Kenny Ryder, AJ Williams
Empire Lightning Sprints: Clint Roehrs, Shilo Boyce, Ralph Utter Jr, Jon Moore, Jesse Pruchnick, Jerry Sehn, Charles Belanger, Zach Bennett, Matt Brown, Nick DeNyse, Lou Torres, Rick Stone
WRWD Radio Junior Slingshots: Michael Corbin, Hunter Lapp, Jake Mason, John Kendall, Justin Sleight, Ashton Dewitt
Racing is on tap every Friday night at Accord Speedway from April through September. Make note of a new starting time beginning with next week's show. Pit Gates open at 5:00; Spectator Gates open at 5:30; Hot Laps are at 7:00 and the racing begins at 7:30 PM. Admission for Adults $14.00; Seniors (65+) $12.00; Children $3.00 (11+ under) Indoor Seating $20.00; Family four pack special: 2 Adults + 2 Children and $20.00 in Accord Bucks for $44.00 (a savings of $10.00) Special event shows do have an increase in admission.
Next week, Friday, August 12th will be Pine Bush Equipment Night at the speedway with all divisions ready to do battle on the fast quarter mile clay cushioned oval with the Joe Giachinta Memorial 50 lap race headlining the evening for the Sportsman division.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Accord Speedway, log on to their well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com or call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478.
At the Accord Speedway............................................
A TRAIL OF DIRT LEADS RIGHT TO OUR DOOR
ACCORD SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | CommentsAccord, NY- Danny Creeden Charges To Third Win In Exciting Accord Speedway Modified Headliner
By: Steve Pados, Accord Speedway Media
On a hot, muggy summer evening with thunderstorms hitting all around the local area, the Accord Speedway somehow remained unscathed and reeled off an outstanding racing card for another solid crowd on hand that witnessed the excellent seven division racing card. The loyal Accord racing fans were offered the opportunity to go trackside and meet and greet with the talented driving roster of the speedway on camera and autograph night presented by United Pump and Tank located in Wallkill, New York.(www.unitedpumpandtank.com). Speedway Promoters Gary and Donna Palmer had the speedway grounds in its usual pristine condition and the outstanding track work prep of Gary Palmer presented the drivers with another fabulous racing surface that had the drivers in all divisions talking about it all night long through the interview sessions. ASI Trophies, who make up all of the great plaques for victory lane, presented the Checkered Flag Bonus. Even with the 45 minute delay for the Camera and Autograph session, the racing was completed before 11 PM.
The final outcome of the great evening of racing action found the "DC Express" Danny Creeden make a late charge to claim his third win of the season at Accord Speedway in the United Pump and Tank Modifieds. Chris Stevens raced to his first ever career win at Accord in the Healey Brothers Group Sportsman headliner. Jason Feinberg was spot on in recording his third win of the season in the Ruge's Performance Center Rookie Sportsman finale. "The Intimidator" Ray Tarantino shook off his recent back luck and scored his second win of the season in the Arkel Motors Pure Stock feature run. Samantha Muller made it seven wins for the season in the Want AD Digest All Star Slingshot feature. "The Hurricane" Hunter Lapp brought an end to John Kendall's four win streak by adding his sixth win of the season as he continues to shine at the speedway in a breakout year for the young speedster in the WRWD Radio Junior Slingshot feature. "The Layton Laser" Brody Adamsky enjoyed a great evening with a solid performance as he captured his fourth win in 2016 in the Ruge's GM Parts Center NEWS Sprint Car main event.
"The KF Flyer" Kenny Ferrier hammered down at the start of the United Pump and Tank Modified main event and led the first lap before yielding to Chad Loilodice who stayed out front through lap five. Ferrier took the lead back on lap six by outhustling his adversaries and took command of the point. Danny Creeden remained focused on those in front of him and one by one slipped past them and was riding in the runner-up slot. A restart late in the event allowed Creeden a shot at Ferrier and he made the most of it as he slipped past him with two laps to go. Creeden raced away to victory for his third win of the season. Ferrier had an outstanding run for for runner-up honors and "Iron" Mike Ricci nailed down third place. Brad Rothaupt and Scott Ferrier completed the top five. Jesse Marks headed up the second five with Ed Dachenhausen, Danny Tyler, Joe Judge And Richie Eurich completing the top ten.
The Ruge's GM Performance Rookie Sportsman headliner found Jason Feinberg climbing to the top of the race track as he secured the lead coming out of the second turn on lap one that one move was all he needed as he raced away to a convincing win for his third victory of the season. Matt Shultz put in a great run for runner-up honors with Chris Van Duser, Ryan McCartney, Kevin Stevens, John Dewitt and Jim Kraus following.
The Healey Brother's Group Sportsman feature event found Phil Goetchius grabbing the early lead. Goetchius had himself a fast hot rod and opened up a big advantage early on in the event. Chris Stevens and eight time winner Jimmy Wells had their own battle royal going and kept inching closer to Goetchius as the laps clicked off. The three drivers were racing together at the five to go sign and Stevens quickly moved to the inside of Goetchius as they hit turn one and Stevens became the new leader out of turn two. Wels also slipped past Goetchius and set sail for Stevens but it would be Chris Stevens securing his first ever win at the speedway. Wells was the runner-up for the second week in a row while Goetchius was third in a great effort, Nick Plumstead was fourth and Brandon McGill completed the top five. Collin DuBois, Corey Cormier, Kevin Ward, Ralph Ronk and Leo Fotopolous completed the top ten.
The Ruge's GM Parts Center NEWS Sprint feature had Brody Adamsky hustling to the point at the start of the event and he withstood a stiff challenge from "Little" Richard Smith and Larry Ricci late in the event to record his fourth win of the season at Accord. Smith, Ricci, Heidi Hedin and Jesse James Bartleson completed the top five.
Hunter Lapp continued on his merry way in the WRWD Radio Junior Slingshot main event as he led all of the way to nail down his sixth victory of the season. Jake Mason, John Kendall, Michael Corbin, Jaden Sleight and Ashton Dewitt completed the field in the event
The Want AD Digest All Star Slingshot feature found a pair of hot shots duking it out throughout the run but it would be Samantha Muller recording her seventh win of the season in a close win over Marty Kelly.
The Arkel Motors Pure Stock feature found Ray Tarantino jumping out front at the start of the event and it was just what he needed for the second half of the racing as he led all laps in securing his second win of the season at Accord. leading the first laps as he fought off a hard charge by Steve Williams. Livy Johnson was spot on for a solid second place finish just nipping Bob Sleight who was third. Newcomer Shawn Williams was fourth and James Goetchius completed the top five. Jimmy Sykes headed up the second five with Tom Hausman, newcomer Jim Smith, Dan Knoth and Mike DuBois Jr completing the top ten.
GEMSTONES:
Promoter Gary Palmer had a great race track for the drivers as all four speed channels were utilized throughout the course of the evening.
Steve Lowitt and his United Pump and Tank group were the headline sponsor for the evening and enjoyed their time with the trackside presentations during camera and autograph night.
Heat races were run off quickly and Sportsman heat wins went to Collin DuBois, Phil Goetchius and Nick Plumstead. Matt Shultz was victorious in the Rookie Sportsman qualifier. Modified heats were claimed by Ken Ferrier and Danny Creeden. Travis Brockner and Ray Tarantino claimed wins in the Pure Stock division heats. The All Star Slingshot heat was captured by Marty Kelly and the Junior Slingshot heat was claimed by Jake Mason. Brody Adamsky captured the Sprint car heat.
New cars and drivers added to the luster of the evening as the Sportsman ranks saw the addition of Cody Clark, Scott Demorest and Aaron Weaver. A new Pure Stock driver was Shawn Williams who raced to a nice finish in opening outing. Modified driver Richard Smith is becoming accustomed to the new Sprint Car Division and raced to a strong finish in his second appearance in the Sprints.
"Jumpin" John McGill filled in for the vacationing Tim Adams with the victory
lane interviews and Marty Kelly lent his hand by calling some action from the booth. Special thanks to both men for their help.
The camera and autograph session went off without a hitch as the grandstands emptied out for the fans to have a chat or get an autograph from their favorite driver or drivers. Announcer Steve Pados interviewed as many drivers as time was allotted and made sure each division was covered.
Please make note a new starting time will greet the fans next week as racing will begin one half hour later than normal.
RESULTS:
United Pump & Tank Modifieds: Danny Creeden, Ken Ferrier, Mike Ricci, Brad Rothaupt, Scott Ferrier, Jesse Marks, Ed Dachenhausen, Danny Tyler, Joe Judge, Richie Eurich, Corey Lowitt, Chad Loilodice, Brett Graham, Mark Pullen, Anthony Perrego, Lenny Helmich
Healey Brothers Group Sportsman: Chris Stevens, Jimmy Wells, Phil Goetchius, Nick Plumstead, Brandon McGill, Corey Cormier, Kevin Ward, Ralph Ronk, Leo Fotopolous, Mike DuBois, Connor Otten, Dana Carey, Cody Clark, Aaron Weaver, Vinnie Gress
Ruge's Performance Center NEWS Sprint Cars: Brody Adamsky, Richard Smith, Larry Ricci, Heidi Hedin, Jesse James Bartleson
Arkel Motors Pure Stocks: Ray Tarantino, Livy Johnson, Bob Sleight, Shawn Williams, James Goetchius, Jimmy Sykes, Tom Hausman, Jim Smith, Dan Knoth, Mike DuBois Jr, Steve Williams, Harry Bachman, Chris Kanuk, Tim Southard, Travis Brockner (DQ), Curt Ayers (DQ)
Ruges Parts Center Rookie Crate Sportsman: Jason Feinberg, Matt Shultz, Chris Van Duser, Ryan McCartney, Kevin Stevens, John Dewitt, Jim Kraus
Want AD Digest All Star Slingshots: Samantha Muller, Marty Kelly
WRWD Radio Junior Slingshots: Hunter Lapp, Jake Mason, John Kendall, Michael Corbin, Jaden Sleight, Ashton Dewitt
Racing is on tap every Friday night at Accord Speedway from April through September. PLEASE Make note of a new starting time beginning with next week's show. Pit Gates open at 5:00; Spectator Gates open at 5:30; Hot Laps are at 7:00 and the racing begins at 7:30 PM. Admission for Adults $14.00; Seniors (65+) $12.00; Children $3.00 (11+ under) Indoor Seating $20.00; Family four pack special: 2 Adults + 2 Children and $20.00 in Accord Bucks for $44.00 (a savings of $10.00) Special event shows do have an increase in admission.
Next week, Friday, August 5th will be Kingston Nissan Night at the speedway with all divisions ready to do battle on the fast quarter mile clay cushioned oval.
August 12th is the date for the Joe Giachinta Memorial race for the Sportsman division.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Accord Speedway, log on to their well documented website at: http://www.accordspeedway.com or call the speedway hotline at: 845 626 3478.
At the Accord Speedway............................................
A TRAIL OF DIRT LEADS RIGHT TO OUR DOOR
HAMLIN SPEEDWAY NEWS
Posted by: | CommentsHamlin, PA - Hamlin Speedway Sizzles With Action In Exciting Seven Feature Race Card
By: Steve Pados, GA Motorsports Media
The Northeastern area of Pennsylvania has run the gamut for some very unpredictable weather in 2016 and this past week was no exception to the rule. Hot muggy weather that reached into the nineties truly tested the hearts and souls of the racers and the loyal fan bases who live for the spectacle of speed and support the speedway. Promoter Randy Smith and crew had the Hamlin Speedway racing surface whipped into impeccable condition and another spectacular racing program was presented to a good sized crowd who brave the heat to witness the best of the best in small car division racing perform at the top level of competition. The stars and cars of the speedway produced their own kind of heat through close side by side racing, slide-jobs and dicing through the pack to provide for a great evening of racing excitement. The final checkered flag waved at 9:27 PM. The evening of speed was presented by S&S speedways Indoor Go Karts located in Snydersville, Pennsylvania.
Some familiar faces were all smiles back in the Hamlin victory circle. "The A-Team" Brandon Azzalina found his way back into victory lane with a wire to wire triumph that saw him earn his third win of the season in the 600 Sprint finale. "The Bloomingburg Bullet" Taylor Mills was a bullet from the word go as he raced to his first win in the All Star Slingshot finale. Tim Bauer used "Bauer Power" to hustle to his second consecutive win in the Rookie 600 Sprint headliner. Paul Richards Jr was spot on as he claimed his sixth win of the season in the Wingless 270 Sprint feature attraction. Cole Stangle captured his fourth win of the season in the Junior Slingshot feature and second in succession. "The Ambassador" Wes Hearn captured his ninth win of the season in the Super Slingers. "The Nickel Man" Joel Smith utilized a fast hot rod race to win his second feature event of the season in the Hampton RV And Trailers Sales Stage One Modified main.
The evening of feature main events once saw an exciting Junior Slingshot twenty lap headliner that found Cole Stangle take off from his outside pole start and quickly found Hunter Lapp, Jared Silfee and Shelby McLaughlin applying the early pressure. Stangle was able to dial in some fast laps to move out to a four car length lead with second place up in the air until the end of the event. A banzai move late in the race from JJ Rice shuffled the deck as he made contact with Hunter Lapp and it shook Lapp loose and Lapp did a great job of holding on to the race car but lost valuable real estate in the process. Cole Stangle raced to the win with Silfee in second, McLaughlin in third, Rice in fourth and Adam Buchel completing the top five. Lapp recovered nicely to finish sixth with Ty Kelly, Tanner VanDoren, newcomer Tanner Jones, Emily Fleming and James Hendricks completing the field.
The 20-lap headliner for the All Star Slingshot racers found intense racing throughout the field and as always the event proved to be another classic run in the pages of the Hamlin Speedway history book. Taylor Mills utilized his pole start to his advantage for at the drop of the green flag he blasted into the lead and was banging out consistent 13.5 second laps to open up a small advantage over the field. "Magic Shoes" Mike McLaughlin was second for a good portion of the event but gave way to Russell Benke and Wes Hearn. As the laps clicked off, Mills was more than up to the task as he never waivered and went on to claim his first career victory in the All Star Slingshots. Benke was second with Hearn in third, Brett Bieber fourth and Chris Kurtz in fifth after starting in 12th position. McLaughlin headed up the second five with Alan Selemba, Tyler Peet, Dale Kober and Austin Silfee completing the top ten. 17 of the 21 starters completed all of the laps in the fast paced event.
Brandon Azzalina grabbed the lead at the start of the Wingless 600 Sprint main with Ryan Quackenbush, Danny Buccafusca and Sam Kravitsky applying the pressure. A small skirmish had Quackenbush getting turned around by Kravitsky and both cars went to the back of the bus for the restart. From seventh starting spot came "Bad" Chad Sandt as Sandt took the road less traveled as he heaved his racer to the to outer reaches of the speedway and began his assault to the front of the field. Sandt moved his racer into second place and began to close quickly on Azzalina who was working the baseline to perfection. Another caution slowed the pace and on the restart Azzalina made the move to work his magic at the top of the raceway and turned some fast 12.173 times to step away from the field and go on capture his third win of the season. Sandt was masterful in a fine runner-up drive with Buccafusca third, Joel Smith fourth and Joseph Smith completing the top five. Sam Kravitsky made a great recovery to race back to sixth with Rick Calvert, JD Casazza, newcomer Mike Myers and Mick D'Agostino completing the top ten.
Louden Reimert was quick to establish command of the point in the early going of the Wingless 270 Sprint encounter. Paul Richards Jr dogged him early and remained close and a bobble by Reimert out of turn four on lap nine was the move Richards was seeking as he moved his racer underneath Reimert to seize the lead. Once in front, Richards raced away to his sixth win of the season. Reimert enjoyed a great run for second with newcomer Jonathan Swift third, Randy Gombert fourth and Stephen Weirich and Glenn Macomber completing the field.
The Super Slinger shootout was another superb run for Wes Hearn as he blistered the speedway with consistent 13.2 second laps to step away from the field and go on to claim his ninth win of the season. Dale Kober was a strong runner-up with Steve Pirone, Ryan Lacoe and Jimmy Conroy completing the field.
Joel Smith controlled the Hampton RV & Trailer Sales Stage One Modified encounter at the start of the event and he enjoyed a non-contested run to the checkered flag to claim his second win of the season. Damon Paul raced to a fine second place finish with Chloe Andreas third, Charlie Bodine fourth, Michael Samony fifth and Bill Dianella sixth.
Jacob Balliet grabbed the lead in the Rookie 600 Sprint main and led the first nine laps until problems sidelined him from the event. Jakson Ring inherited the lead but before another lap could be scored Tim Bauer overtook him and Bauer would hustle away from the field to go on and claim his second consecutive win at the speedway. Ring was second with Geordan Marrero third, Mack Brink fourth and Joe Howey completing the top five. Newcomer Mike Myers headed up the second five followed by Noah Zielinski, Tony Parlanti, Kyle Exley and Brett Altemose.
PEARL JAMS:
Randy Smith kept pace with the speedway all night long as some short intermission sessions were needed to add some moisture into the speedway surface. The great track conditions created some excellent short track racing competition at its finest and the drivers were negotiating the racing channels of the Hamlin Speedway in two and three wide fashion for much of the evening.
A series of time trials were held for Wingless 600 Sprints and Sam Kravitsky posted the top time with a 12.366 second lap nipping Danny Buccafusca who times 12.396. The Junior Slingshots also timed and Jared Silfee posted the top time with a 14.182 clocking just ahead of the 14.343 second lap of Hunter Lapp.
A series heat events were in place for the All Star Slingshots and heat wins were recorded by Russell Benke, Wes Hearn and Mike McLaughlin. The 270 Sprint heat found Louden Reimert in victory lane. Rookie Wingless 600 Sprint heats were captured by Jacob Balliet and Jakson Ring. Wes Hearn captured the lone Super Slinger heat. Cole Stangle was victorious in the Stage One Modified heat event.
Some newcomers tested the Hamlin facility with Junior Slingshot driver Tanner Jones making his first start. Mike Myers and Matthew Swift were new additions to the 600 Sprints. Jonathan Swift made his first 2016 Hamlin start in the 270 Sprints. Scott Myers was a new addition to the Rookie 600 Sprints.
"The Sandman" Troy Langendoerfer was walking the grounds looking for a ride. He is hoping to return to action very shortly.
Announcer Steve Pados introduced his brother Ed to the crowd and engaged in a short interview with him regarding the upcoming Slingshot Speed weeks that will end at Hamlin with many stops in between including the Reading Nostalgia Nationals at the new Reading Fairgrounds. Ed Pados and his brother Steve have collected sponsors for the event going on twelve years now and are hoping some new sponsors can come on board for the next upcoming event. Any interested parties who want to get involved can contact Ed at: 610-739-0391. The event was Ed's first look at the Hamlin facility and he and his Son-In-Law John Hershey gave the speedway and the management staff the highest of ratings for a well run show. In the interview, Ed thanked for the Smith Family for their hospitality and for their long support of the Reading event.
Longtime friend "The Other" Billy Decker took in the show and is another who holds the Hamlin Speedway in high regards.
Young racer Alex Yankowski tried his hand at announcing at Hamlin and did a good job considering it was his first event to do so. Alex admitted it was much harder than it seems but he is looking forward to his next outing at the speedway.
Upcoming events on the Hamlin racing calendar include a regular show on July 30th which will include the NASCAR Crew Challenge. The first event was rained out so the Crew Guys will be looking to put on a good show as the winner will be seeking bragging rights in the NASCAR Garage area. WE never know who just might show up so for the fans, make plans to be here.
RESULTS:
All Star Slingshots: Taylor Mills, Russell Benke III, Wes Hearn, Brett Bieber, Chris Kurtz, Mike McLaughlin, Alan Selemba, Tyler Peet, Dale Kober, Austin Silfee, Tyler Pirone, Justin Mills, Ryan Neiger, Ashley Kober, Steve Pirone, Nick Vinciguerra, Clayton Davey, Amanda Buchel, Josh Marcus, Anthony Recchio, Tess Horvath
270cc Sprints: (Wingless) Paul Richards Jr, Louden Reimert, Jonathan Swift, Randy Gombert, Stephen Weirich, Glenn Macomber
600cc Wingless Sprints: Brandon Azzalina, Chad Sandt, Danny Buccafusca, Joel Smith, Joseph Smith, Sam Kravitsky, Rick Calvert, JD Casazza, Mike Myers, Mick D'Agostino, Ryan Quackenbush, Matthew Swift, Dylan Martin, Louie Horvath, Zac Azzalina, Ryan Neil
Hampton RV And Trailer Stage One Modifieds: Joel Smith, Damon Paul, Chloe Andreas, Charlie Bodine, Michael Samony, Bill Dianella, Cole Stangle
Junior Slingshots: Cole Stangle, Jared Silfee, Shelby McLaughlin, JJ Rice, Adam Buchel, Hunter Lapp, Ty Kelly, Tanner VanDoren, Tanner Jones, Emily Fleming, James Hendricks
Super Slingshots: Wes Hearn, Dale Kober, Steve Pirone, Ryan Lacoe, Jim Conroy
Rookie 600cc Wingless Sprints: Tim Bauer, Jakson Ring, Geordan Marrero, Mack Brink, Joe Howey, Mike Myers, Noah Zielinski, Tony Parlanti, Kyle Exley, Brett Altemose, Scott Myers, Justin Hartz, Savannah Leggio, Jacob Balliet, JR Williams, Carmen Leggio Sr, Paul Richards Jr
Racing every Saturday evening from April through September. The next event on the Hamlin Speedway schedule is set for July 30th when all Divisions will be in action plus the return of the NASCAR Crew Challenge on the 1/5th mile clay cushioned oval. Make sure to check the Hamlin Speedway website for additional information. Pit Gates open at the speedway at 3 PM; Drivers Meeting at 5:45; Hot Laps are at 6:00 and the racing begins at 7 PM sharp. Admission Prices for regular shows are: Adults $10.00; Senior Citizens $5.00 Children under 6 are Free
Please support the many great sponsors who assist in working and sponsoring the season long events at the speedway. Tilcon, Yankowski Enterprises, Triple Cities Mack, Dickie Keiper Speed Supplies, Ron Brown Hauling, Classic Cycles, Kim's Kreations, RockAuto.com, Howe's Comfort Inn and Santarelli And Sons Oil Company are all part of the advertising family at the speedway and we graciously thank them for their support.
For further updates and information regarding all of the news and additions to the Hamlin Speedway, logon to their well documented website at: http://www.hamlinspeed.com or call the speedway hotline at: 570 420 5500.
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