2006ErnieSaxton

NEWS FROM
MOTORSPORTS SPONSORSHIP MARKETING NEWS
Contact: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
(215)752.7797 or (215)752.2392
Fax: (215)752.1518
Cell: (267)934-7286
E-mail: Esaxton144@aol.com
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SAXTON SCHEDULES SPONSORSHIP SEMINARS AND OFFERS FREE HELP

LANGHORNE, PA OCTOBER 28, 2006 . . . Sponsorship success is what many racers are looking for and veteran sponsorship marketing Guru Ernie Saxton is offering them the opportunity to learn how to have success.
Saxton, who has been involved in motorsports marketing for more than 35 years, will present a two hour “Sponsorship Success” seminar on December 13th in Orlando, Florida. The seminar, offering a wealth of information on how to be successful in securing sponsorship and keeping sponsors happy, will start at 7 p.m. and will be followed by a question and answer session.
A second “Sponsorship Success” seminar is set for February 16th in Daytona Beach, Florida with an 8 a.m. starting time.
The cost to attend each seminar is $149.95 per person and that includes a one year subscription to Saxton’s Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News, the monthly newsletter that has helped many throughout the country and internationally with their sponsorship marketing efforts.
Registration for each seminar is limited to 50 people. Two or more people from the same family, team or organization can register for just $125 per person.
“The cost to participate in the sport continues to grow and many racers are finding that they can no longer afford to be part of it without sponsorship support,” said Saxton. “We have kept the cost of the seminar very reasonable and even throw in the newsletter subscription (normal price is $89.95 per year) to give racers some ammunition to help their efforts.”
Saxton’s column on Sponsorship Marketing can found monthly in the pages of National Dragster and he is often quoted in media articles on sponsorship marketing. He has presented seminars at many locations throughout the United States, including Alaska, and he has presented seminars in Canada.
The seminar will show attendees how to locate potential sponsors, what to offer, how to create a proposal, working with the media, add value to the sponsorship package and much, much more.
“We figured that many racers would be at the PRI show in Orlando and would like to take some time to learn how to be a success at sponsorship marketing,” said Saxton. “One big problem I see with racers seeking sponsorship is that they really never start the process because they don’t have a plan in place and don‘t have the proper tools.”
The Daytona Beach, Florida seminar is just two days before the Daytona 500.
Saxton invites everyone to visit his website at www.saxtonsponsormarket.com where they can find a great deal of FREE information and also find sponsorship helps that are available for purchase.
Registrations are accepted at 215.752.7797 or 215.752.2392 and major credit cards are accepted.
A FREE copy of Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News is available by sending a self addressed stamped #10 business envelope ($.63 postage) to ESC, Inc. 1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047.
Keep in mind that seating for both seminars are limited. Saxton is not in a position to increase the space available for the seminar so there will be no more than 50 registrations at each seminar.
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MEDIA NOTE: If you have interest in attending one of our seminars please fax me on media letterhead. We are always anxious to do interviews and help the media with any stories that they may be doing on sponsorship marketing in motorsports. THANK YOU.
Ernie Saxton

ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (office) 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286
FAX: 215.752.1518
EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News
PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway
COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News, AutoLocator Magazine, and National Dragster
CO-HOST: Monday Night Motorsports (5:30 p.m.) on WEST-1400AM, Easton, PA and Racer's Roundtable (Saturday, 11 a.m.) on WGPA-1100 AM, Bethlehem, PA
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association

NEWS FROM MOTORSPORTS 2007 PRESENTED BY VP RACING FUELS
“THE MID-WINTER MOTORSPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA”
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
215.752.7797 or 215.752.2392
Fax: 215.752.1518
Cell: 267.934.7286
Email: Esaxton144@aol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PLEASE WITH OUR THANKS
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SPACE IS FILLING UP FOR MOTORSPORTS 2007 PRESENTED BY VP RACING FUELS AT ATLANTIC CITY, NJ CONVENTION CENTER

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ September 1, 2006 . . . Interest in Motorsports 2007 presented by VP Racing Fuels is running very high. “There are companies that were not part of the show in the past that have taken exhibit space and others that are giving it serious consideration,” said show manager Joe Pratt. “And the renewals by past exhibitors have been outstanding.”
Motorsports 2007, set for January 12th to 14th at Atlantic City Convention Center, will fill more than 275,000 square feet offering just about everything imaginable in motorsports.
“We offered all of our past exhibitors the first choice in renewing for the 2007 show,” said Pratt. “Now whatever exhibitor space is left is available on a first-come, first-served basis and it is going fast. Those planning to be part of the show should be in touch to make arrangements as soon as possible. We don’t want anyone to be left out.”
This will be the 22nd edition of the “midwinter motorsports extravaganza” but it will be the first time the show has been presented in Atlantic City and that has created tremendous interest.
Racers and fans are really excited about the show because there will be “Gambler’s Classic” Three Quarter Midget and 600cc Micro Sprint racing taking place in the evenings during the same weekend just down the road at Boardwalk Hall.
More than 275 motorsports vehicles were on display at the 2006 show and that number is expected to increase. There will also be a hardcore manufacturer’s section making up a large part of the show and those interested in collectables will find a large area devoted to just that.
Motorsports 2007 presented by VP Racing Fuels will include more than 400 racing dealers representing parts manufacturers, engine builders, safety equipment, racing fuels and lubricants plus much more. Many speedways and sanctioning organizations will be using the show to announce their plans for the 2007 season.
Among the exhibitors already set for the 2007 show are A-1 Racing Products, Classic Enterprises, Wilwood, Pro Race Cars, Bicknell Racing Products, Design 500 Racewear, Gold Rush Trailers, Media Camping Center, Kirkey Fabrication, Robison Racing Products, Star Transporters, Winters Performance, American Racing Drivers Club, United Racing Company, Behrent’s Performance Warehouse, Genesis Shocks, Hyper Racing and the list goes on.
A complete exhibitor brochure is available by telephoning Joe Pratt at 609.888.3618.
“It is truly a huge weekend in the auto racing industry with the show and the indoor racing all happening in the same town,” commented show organizer Len Sammons. “Fans are loving it because they can make one trip and see racing and the show. There are great reasonable rates being offered at local hotels. I think this is going to be a record setting weekend for both events.”
Again this year US Smokeless Tobacco will host the Ms. Motorsports Pageant and there will be opportunities for fans to meet some of their racing favorites and collect autographs. A variety of industry seminars will be presented during the weekend.
Information on Motorsports 2007 and the Gambler’s Classic indoor auto racing events can be found at www.aarn.com.
Both the Flagship Resort (1-800-647-7890) and Sheraton Atlantic City (1-888-627-7212) are offering a great rate for the show but the number of rooms is limited. Check out the website or call for room discounts and mention Motorsports 2007.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (office) 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286
FAX: 215.752.1518
EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News
PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway
COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News, AutoLocator Magazine, and National Dragster
CO-HOST: Monday Night Motorsports (5:30 p.m.) on WEST-1400AM, Easton, PA and Racer's Roundtable (Saturday, 11 a.m.) on WGPA-1100 AM, Bethlehem, PA
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association

NEWS FROM ATLANTIC CITY INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ
Event Organizer: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
Media Contact: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
215.752.7797
Fax: 215.752.1518
Cell: 267.934.7286
E-mail: Esaxton144@aol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PLEASE WITH OUR THANKS
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TICKETS GOING ON SALE FOR ATLANTIC CITY’S “GAMBLER’S CLASSIC

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ August 19, 2006 . . . Race fans, don't be left out in the cold. Tickets for the 5th Annual "Gambler's Classic" for the Three Quarter Midgets/600cc Micro-Sprints held inside the famed Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ will go on sale Friday, August 25th. The races will be run Friday and Saturday nights, January 12 and 13, 2007.
Good seats are expected to sell-out quickly as for the first time ever the “Gambler’s Classic” Indoor Race and Motorsports 2007 presented by VP Racing Fuels, the mid-winter motorsports extravaganza, will be held in conjunction. It will make for a huge auto racing weekend January 12-14 in Atlantic City, NJ.
Tickets for the races will be available at the Boardwalk Hall box office, through all Ticketmaster outlets and online at www.ticketmaster.com.
Tickets will also be available at the Area Auto Racing News office in Trenton, NJ at a later date.
Joining the TQ Midgets / 600cc Micro-Sprints on the racing card for Friday and Saturday night will be the Briggs and Stratton Slingshots and Sr. Champ Karts.
Motorsports 2007 Expo presented by VP Racing Fuels will be abuzz in its new, expanded location: the Atlantic City Convention Center. The show will span three days (Fri-Sun) and offers a wide array of all things racing - from NASCAR Nextel Cup to Saturday-night short tracks.
"The excitement is building for this weekend as it draws closer," said Len Sammons, who has promoted the Motorsports show since 1986 and brought indoor racing back to Atlantic City in 2003.
"This is one weekend no one in auto racing will want to miss. "Saturday's reserved tickets will sell out quickly!" Sammons added. "So we are suggesting fans get their tickets as soon as possible."
Tickets for Friday night's program are $17 (Adult general admission)/ $10 (Child - age 12 or younger). Friday's program includes "Roaring 20s" for the TQ Midgets/600cc Micro-Sprints, "Dirty Dozens" for the Slingshots and "Triple 10s" for the Senior Champ Karts.
Saturday night's tickets are $25 (Reserved seats), $20 Adult general admission) and $12 (Children age 12 or younger). Saturday's schedule will be jam-packed with excitement, headlined by the "Gambler's Classic" A-Main for the TQ Midgets/600cc Micro-Sprints. The C- and B-Mains will be held earlier
in the night to set the all-star field. The Slingshot and Champ Karts will run their highly-competitive A-Mains as well.
For further information on the 5th Annual "Gambler's Classic," Motorsports 2007 or to pursue sponsorship opportunities, call (609) 888-3618 or e-mail: danny@aarn.com. Further info can also be found on the web at: www.aarn.com.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (office) 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286
FAX: 215.752.1518
EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News
PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway
COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News, AutoLocator Magazine, and National Dragster
CO-HOST: Monday Night Motorsports (5:30 p.m.) on WEST-1400AM, Easton, PA and Racer's Roundtable (Saturday, 11 a.m.) on WGPA-1100 AM, Bethlehem, PA
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association

NEWS FROM MOTORSPORTS 2007 PRESENTED BY VP RACING FUELS
“THE MID-WINTER MOTORSPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA”
AND THE GAMBLERS CLASSIC INDOOR AUTO RACING EVENTS
EVENT ORGANIZER: Len Sammons @ 609.888.3618
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
215.752.7797 or 215.752.2392
Fax: 215.752.1518
Cell: 267.934.7286
Email: Esaxton144@aol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PLEASE WITH OUR THANKS
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SCHEDULE FOR WEEKEND OF MOTORSPORTS (SHOW AND RACING) IN ATLANTIC CITY SHOULD MAKE FANS HAPPY

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ, JUNE 23, 2006 . . . The weekend of January 12-14 is shaping up to be one huge motorsports attraction in Atlantic City, N.J. Run in conjunction with the Motorsports 2007 Expo presented by VP Racing Fuels, to be held for the first time at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the thrill of live auto racing will return to Boardwalk Hall when Len Sammons Motorsports Productions presents the 5th Annual “Gambler’s Classic” for the Three Quarter Midgets/600cc Micro-Sprints. The Slingshots and Sr. Champ Karts will also be in competition during the two-day event.

Racing is planned for Friday and Saturday, January 12-13, while the Motorsports show will span three days. “This is going to be one big racing weekend,” said Len Sammons, who has presented the mid-winter Motorsports Show since 1986. He brought indoor racing back to Atlantic City in January, 2003 after an absence of 22 years. “The interest we’ve had already from racers, manufacturers, exhibitors and fans has been outstanding. People are excited.”

Race enthusiasts will now be able to enjoy the Motorsports show by day and auto racing at night. Racing begins at 7:45 p.m. on Friday and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Gates will open for competitors at 3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The Motorsports show will close at 7 p.m. each night.

Aside from combining the excitement of two outstanding mid-winter weekends, the indoor race and show combo halves travel costs such as tolls, accommodations and fuel. The Three Quarter Midgets and 600cc Micro Sprints will again headline the indoor action with a 40-lap A-Main paying $2,000 to the winner, plus a possible $3,000 more if they’ve paid the optional “Gambler’s Fee.” That equates to a possible winner’s share of $5,000.

To set the 24-car starting field, the TQs/600s will run time trials and three “Roaring 20s,” a trifecta of 20-lap qualifying races, on Friday night. Saturday’s action will include C- and B-Mains. Slingshot competitors have the opportunity to race for $1,000 - a $500 purse plus $500 more if they roll the dice with the “Gambler’s Fee.” The Slingshots will compete in the “Dirty Dozens,” three 12-lap qualifiers on Friday night. Two Non-Qualifiers events will be run on Saturday afternoon, before the 25-lap A-Main takes center stage on Saturday night.

The Sr. Champ Karts have been rewarded for their outstanding show in 2005. Besides being moved to Saturday night, in front of the big crowd, a $500 winner’s share has been posted this year. Last place will pay $50.

“Everyone really enjoyed the show the Champ Karts put on l ast year,” Sammons said. “They earned their right to run on Saturday night (last year, the Sr. Champ Karts as part of the afternoon Small Car Nationals).”

“Triple 10s” on Friday night and a pair Non-Qualifiers events on Saturday afternoon will set the field for Saturday night’s 25-lap Sr. Champ Kart A-Main.

All competitors must enter in advance. No entries will be accepted on race weekend. Entries may be limited due to parking limitations. Entries and rules will be available shortly at: www.aarn.com.

Last year, International Super Modified Association driving star “Liquid” Lou Cicconi Jr. of Aston, Pa., swept the weekend, setting fast time, winning his “Roaring 20” and taking home $5,000 for the TQ/600 A-Main win. His total weekend earnings: $5,893.39 Cicconi said afterward that winning the main event at Atlantic City was a lifelong dream.

Cicconi joined dirt Modified driver Jeff Heotzler (2005), fellow Supermodified wheelman Joey Payne (2004) and Canadian Andy Mackareth, a Can-Am Three-Quarter Midget racer (2003) as A-Main winners since the revival of the indoor auto racing action in Atlantic City.

Kunkletown, Pa.‘s Ryan Smith, a regular on the United States Auto Club Ford Focus Midget Series, won the Slingshot portion of the weekend. Brett Stratford (Saturday) and Andrew Hutchinson (Friday) were Sr. Champ Kart winners.

Sponsorship opportunities remain available for the race and the show. For further information on the 5th Annual “Gambler’s Classic” and Motorsports 2007 or sponsorship involvement, call (609) 888-3618 or e-mail: danny@aarn.com.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (office) 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286
FAX: 215.752.1518
EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News
PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway
COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News, AutoLocator Magazine, and National Dragster
CO-HOST: Monday Night Motorsports (5:30 p.m.) on WEST-1400AM, Easton, PA and Racer's Roundtable (Saturday, 11 a.m.) on WGPA-1100 AM, Bethlehem, PA
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association

The 22nd edition of the Motorsports Expo is set for January 12-14 at the plush Atlantic City Convention Center, Len Sammons Productions announced on Monday.

The Mid-Winter Motorsports Extravaganza will coincide with the annual Atlantic City Indoor Race at nearby Boardwalk Hall, where Three Quarter Midgets and 600cc Micro-Sprints will battle on January 12-13. The Indoor Race has been moved up one week from its 2006 date to make Atlantic City a Mecca of motorsports activity.

Motorsports 2007 moves to the Atlantic City Convention Center after a successful 12-year run at the Fort Washington (Pa.) Expo Center. The recent sale of the Fort Washington complex prompted Motorsports 2007 show promoter Lenny Sammons to locate a suitable new site.

Piggy-backing the show with the Atlantic City Indoor Races, which Len Sammons Productions has also promoted for the last four years, was the logical solution.

“Bringing Motorsports 2007 to the Atlantic City Convention Center and moving the Indoor Race to the same weekend will set up a huge weekend for auto racing fans,” said Sammons, who launched the Motorsports show in 1986. “They will be able to make a single trip to an exciting city and take in one of the country’s best motorsports shows during the afternoon and witness exciting live auto racing at night.”

Time schedules for Motorsports 2007 and the Atlantic City Indoor Races are still in the planning stages, but the show will occupy the morning and afternoon hours and the racing action will dominate the evenings after the Expo closes on Fri., Jan. 12, and Sat., Jan. 13. The A.C. Convention Center and Boardwalk Hall are separated by only a few city blocks.

“This move will help take Motorsports 2007 to a new level because the Atlantic City Convention Center is such a superb, professional facility,” said Sammons. “We’re also anticipating record attendance for the Indoor Races because of the interest that will be created by a doubleheader weekend.”

Motorsports 2007 will occupy nearly 300,000 sq. ft. of the A.C. Convention Center, which serves as agateway to the town. It is not only easily accessible by car but also by train, since a New Jersey Transit ail station is connected to the facility.

The show will retain its popular mix of hard-core manufacturer booths and speedway, race car, collectibles and interactive displays. Free technical seminars for racers will continue to be offered throughout the event, and fans will have ample opportunities to obtain free autographs from some of
the biggest stars in motorsports.

Detailed exhibitor information for Motorsports 2007 will be available soon, but already interest in the show is high.

“We’ve gotten an overwhelming response from vendors concerning the move to Atlantic City,” said show manager Joe Pratt. “Everyone is excited to be part of a show at first-class venue like the Atlantic City Convention Center.”

Exhibitor info on Motorsports 2007 presented by VP Racing Fuels may be obtained by calling Joe Pratt at 609-888-3618. Additional information is available at www.aarn.com. Info on special hotel room rates in Atlantic City for the weekend of Jan. 12-14 will be available in the near future at www.aarn.com.
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ERNIE SAXTON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047-7417
215.752.7797 (office) 215.752.2392 (home)
CELL: 267.934.7286
FAX: 215.752.1518
EMAIL: Esaxton144@aol.com
WWW.SAXTONSPONSORMARKET.COM
PUBLISHER: Motorsports Sponsorship Marketing News
PUBLISHER: Grandview Groove, track magazine for NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway
COLUMNIST: Bucks County, PA Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News, Inside Track Motorsports News, AutoLocator Magazine, and National Dragster
CO-HOST: Monday Night Motorsports (5:30 p.m.) on WEST-1400AM, Easton, PA and Racer's Roundtable (Saturday, 11 a.m.) on WGPA-1100 AM, Bethlehem, PA
PRESIDENT: Eastern Motorsport Press Association

NEWS FROM GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY
NASCAR sanctioned Modifieds and Late Models
Event organizer: Bruce Rogers @ 610.754.7688
MEDIA CONTACT: Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.
Ernie or Marilyn Saxton
215.752.7797 or 215.752.2392
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COMING EVENTS: Saturday, April 22nd, 7 p.m. NASCAR MODIFIEDS AND LATE MODELS topped by a 30-lap feature for Modifieds and 20 lap feature for Late Models.
Saturday, April 29th, 7 p.m. NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models plus added attraction Legends Cars.
DATE TO REMEMBER: Tuesday, May 16th, 7:30 p.m. DIRT Motorsports World of Outlaw sprint cars. Advance tickets on sale at track
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SHORT RESULTS!!!
KELLNER AND STOUDT WIN FEATURES AT GRANDVIEW ON SATURDAY NIGHT
Veteran racing talent Jon Kellner was denied an opening night victory when a sour motor put him out of action while leading the main event. However on Saturday night Kellner had everything in the Hutt Glass/Patriot GMC #85am Modified working just perfect as he won the 30-lap NASCAR Modified stock car feature at Grandview Speedway. Randy Stoudt was able to hold off strong challenges from Ron Kline after an early race battle with Mike Kellner to win his first NASCAR Late Model feature race of the season.
Danny Erb was a strong second in the Modified main event followed by Doug Manmiller, Ray Swinehart and Craig VonDohren.
In the Late Model 20 lapper Ron Kline finished a close second to Stoudt and was followed by Mike Kellner, Steve Sennott and Harry Neiman
The excitement of NASCAR stock car racing returns to Grandview Speedway on Saturday night, April 15th, with NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models, at least 12 events of racing being offered starting at 7 p.m.
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JON KELLNER AND RANDY STOUDT WIN FEATURES ON A WILD NIGHT AT GRANDVIEW

BECHTELSVILLE, PA APRIL 16, 2006 . . . Jon Kellner must have needed some tax money as he drove like a man on a definite mission. The veteran racer wheeled the Cary Duncan owned Hutts Glass/Patriot GMC #85AM Modified to victory on Saturday night in the 30-lap NASCAR Modified feature race at Grandview Speedway. Randy Stoudt added another feature win to his growing career total of 31 victories winning the 20-lap NASCAR Late Model main event Saturday night in the Rogers Auto Parts #22.
Kellner had a victory pretty much in his pocket on opening night at Grandview Speedway when a sour engine forced him out of the event. Winning the 30-lap feature on Income Tax night may have made up for the disappointment of the opening night loss.
The Lansdale, PA racer had a relatively easy time of it as he inherited the lead from early leader Don Norris when he spun while leading on the third lap. Once in front Howard survived a few cautions and a red flag for a seven car pile-up on he main straightaway to lead all the remaining laps and win by a comfortable margin.
Danny Erb had an impressive second place finish. The Boyertown racer came from 14th starting spot by Wyomissing’s Doug Manmiller came home third after starting 15th. Ray Swinerhart (Bechtelsville) grabbed fourth while five time champion Craig VonDohren (Oley) finished fifth after a 16th place starting spot.
The Late Models had another wild night with the 20-lap feature plagued by cautions and single file restarts put in place by the 12th lap. Buddy Wharton took the green and the lead to be number one on the first circuit. Mike Kellner was quick to move to the front and lead until the 10th lap holding off strong challenges from Randy Stoudt. On a caution restart Stoudt, who calls Pottstown home, put the #22 Late Model in front of the pack and lead all the rest of the laps.
However in the closing laps defending champion Ron Kline (Green Lane) charged forward to give Stoudt a scare but he was not strong enough to take command and had to settle for second. Third spot went to Mike Kellner (Lansdale) followed by Steve Sennott (Gilbertsville) and Harry Neiman (Bower Beach, DE).
Strange was the fact that Stoudt never had a chance to celebrate his win in victory lane as he stopped in turn two after taking the checkered flag and requested first aid attention for a shoulder that was bothering him. The problem apparently was corrected and he did have his victory lane photos taken after racing had been completed.
Qualifying heat races for the Late Models were won by Randy Stoudt, Ed Trimbur and Ron Kline.
The six qualifying heat races for the NASCAR Modifieds were won by Jason Smythe, Larry Solomon, Jon Kellner, Jeff Strunk, Kevin Hirthler and Danny Erb. Consolation race victories went to Tracy Readinger, Tom Umbenhauer and John Willman.
Late Model drivers were able to collect $1,600 from fans in the stands for the injured Kevin Grebe. The rookie Late Model racer was critically injured in a highway accident and is currently confined to the Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA.
NASCAR sanctioned Modified and Late Model stock car racing returns to Grandview Speedway on Saturday night April 22nd starting at 7 p.m. At least 12 big events of racing are offered with a 30-lap feature for Modifieds and 20 lapper for Late Models topping the program. Adult admission is just $12.00 with youngsters 6 through 11 paying $5.00 and under 6 are admitted FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.
The Saturday April 29th show will be the last with a 7 p.m. starting time and will be a tripleheader show with NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Legends cars.
Grandview Speedway is a one-third-mile banked clay oval located on Passmore Road just off Route 100 in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For racing information telephone 610.754.7688 or check in at www. GrandviewSpeedway.com.
30-LAP NASCAR MODIFIED FEATURE RACE:1.Jon Kellner 2. Danny Erb 3. Doug Manmiller 4. Ray Swinehart 5. Craig VonDohren 6. Terry Meitzler 7.Kerry Kratz 8.Meme DeSantis 9. Jeff Strunk 10.Rich Wisdo 11.Tracy Readinger 12. Mike Gular 13.Tom Mayberry 14.Larry Solomon 15. Cliff Quinn 16. Greg Humlhanz 17.Kevin Hirthler 18.John Willman 19.Ryan Watt 20.Kyle Weiss 21.Kevin Hartnett 22.Todd Smith 23.Steve Folk 24.Kenny Gilmore 25.Mike Bailey 26.Dale Hartz 27.Jason Smythe 28.Tom Umbenhauer 29.Jack Hartnett 30.Sean Merkel 31.Don Norris 32. Jimmy Reppert..

20-LAP NASCAR LATE MODEL FEATURE RACE:1.Randy Stoudt 2. Ron Kline 3. Mike Kellner 4. Steve Sennott 5.Harry Neiman 6.Buddy Wharton 7.John Durling 8.Brian Shuey 9.Mark Malcolm 10.Chuck Schutz 11.John Giesler 12.Greg Hoffmaster 13.Rick Todorow 14.Dean Stoudt 15.Bill Henning 16. Kyle Merkel 17.Billy May18.Ed Trimbuer 19.Dan Seely 20.Dallas Breidenbach 21. Dean Schaefer 22.Doug Walton 23. Jamie Undercoffler.

UNOFFICIAL NASCAR POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF COMPLETION OF RACING EVENTS ON APRIL 15TH

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS
AS OF APRIL 15, 2006

1. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 567
2. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA#14 552
3. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 549
4. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 496
5. Meme DeSantis, Reading, PA #357 476
6. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 469
7. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #712 436
8. Jon Kellner, Lansdale, PA #85AM 360*
9. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 357
10. Greg Humlhanz, Chalfont, PA #02 339
11. Kevin Hartnett, Perkasie, PA #81 324
12. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA#19U 294
13. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 283
14. Kenny Gilmore, Fleetwood, PA #45 278
15. Tom Mayberry, Sellersville, PA #61 256
16. Jeff Strunk, Bethel, PA #1R 250
17. Rich Wisdo, Souderton, PA #10 227
18. Tracy Readinger, Oley, PA #2T 216
19. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 210
20. Larry Solomon, Birdsboro, PA #517 190
Other Feature Winners: Duane Howard

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS
AS OF APRIL 15, 2006

1. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #22 609*
2. Ron Kline, Salfordville, PA #3 556
3. Brian Shuey, Hamburg, PA #5D 541*
4. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 529
5. Harry Neiman, Bower Beach, DE #34 509
6. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 498
7. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 426
8. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 401
9. Bill May, #23 363
10. Mark Malcolm, Hatfield, PA #55 350
11. Ed Trimbur, Eagleville, PA #2E 346
12. John Durling, Reading, PA #7 346
13. Bill Henning, Lansdale, PA #80 340
14. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 316
15. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 300
16. Doug Snyder, Hellertown, PA #69S 297
17. Steve Sennott, Gilbertsville, Pa #61 289
18. Kyle Pensinger, Lyon Station, PA #28P 287
19. Lou Egrie, Willow Grove, PA #X4 280
16. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 253

* = Feature Winner

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RAVE REVIEWS FOR FIRST MID-ATLANTIC ROD AND CUSTOM SHOW
DAN SWISHER TAKES HOME $5,000 FOR BEST OF SHOW AWARD

FORT WASHINGTON, PA April 2, 2006 . . . With a steady stream of people making their way through the aisles of the Mid-Atlantic Rod and Custom Show there seemed to be nothing but rave reviews from participants, exhibitors and attendees.
“We have gotten nothing but great comments about the show. They have ranged from the large turnout of cars, the quality of vehicles on display, to the carpeted aisles and more,” said show organizer Len Sammons. “It was a great weekend and all of us involved with the show appreciate the support given the show.”
More than 300 vehicles representing hot rods, custom cars, muscle cars, exotics, classics, low riders, pick-ups, tuners and more filled the 275,000 square feet of the Expo Center.
Daniel Swisher of Jonestown, PA earned the Best of Show award and received a beautiful trophy and $5,000. Swisher’s partner of more than 30 years, Deb Gibson, took control of the check. “None of this would be possible without her,” said Swisher.
His winning entry, a 1957 Chevy Coupe, was purchased for $300. With the help of Snik’s Rod & Custom in Manley, Iowa; four years of time was invested in the creation that sports the original 283 stock engine. The “Swishair” was competing in just its fourth show.
While he held the check and trophy he was asked if the car was for sale The Jonestown, PA resident responded with a quick “no” and then added, “If the price is right.”
The car will disappear now for a while as some work is done to get it ready for a Thanksgiving show. Swisher does about 30 to 40 shows a year.
Best of Class award winners included Loren Hulber, Macungie, PA with his 32 Ford Roadster; Ron Mule, Hamilton, NJ and his 1960 Vespa; Joe Mazone, Delmar, NY and his 68 Camaro Pro Street car; Andy Schlotter, Wrightstown, PA with his 41 Willys Coupe using a 502 Chevy engine; Ken Hollingswoth, Seaford, Delaware with a 63 and ½ R-Code Galaxy 500XL Ford; Ignazzio Giuffre, Colts Neck, New Jersey and his 1932 Ford 3 window coupe; Fred Tugend, Lancaster, PA and his 37 Ford Cabrillet and Ken Faust of Pennsburg, PA with a 1967 Camaro; Roger Ritzow, Franklin, Wisconsin using a 1932 Ford Roadster and Dave Guttman of Sellersville, PA with a 1941 Ford Convertible.
Each class winner picked up $250.
The Best Club Award worth $1,000 went to the Philadelphia Modifiers organization located in Willow Grove and Langhorne, PA. Their themed display depicting their original garage of 1955 and showed off four vehicles including the Bowers Boys dragster was a big hit with show attendees.
Roger Ritzow got the Long Distance award coming from Franklin, Wisconsin.
The 10x20 Car Display award was earned by Calvin Martin and his Little Squirter Fire Scooter.
Harvey Beers of Bath, PA took the 20x20 Car Display award with his 1938 Dodge Truck.
The Best Paint Award sponsored by On The Line Enterprises went to Frank Aubley of Southampton, PA and his 1967 Pontiac GTO.
Long lines of autograph seekers visited with master car builder Boyd Coddington on Friday, the opening day of the show. Ken Fenical attracted a lot of attention with his “Posies” Aeroliner creation. Fenical had high praise for the show and was available all three days of the show.
Paul Lemat, best remembered as the brooding hot rodder in the iconic movie “American Graffiti”, signed many autographs as the show as he showed off his 5 window Ford coupe that was part of the movie.
Troy Trepanier, well known for his Rad Rods, did two well supported autograph sessions on Sunday, the final day of the show.
Drag racing legend Don Garlits proved to be very popular and made many fans happy as he posed for photos and signed autographs on Saturday.
Soap Opera star Cameron Mathison of All My Children made many ladies happy as he spent many hours on Sunday afternoon signing photographs.
Sponsors supporting the show included VIMCO, Giles & Ransome, Chapman Auto Group, Action Supply Co., La Sammana, US Smokeless Tobacco, Sovereign Bank, Al Lankford Buick, Wells Fargo Bank, Firstrust Bank, First Resource Bank, On the Line Enterprises and Gatti Morrison Construction.
Plans for the second annual Mid-Atlantic Rod & Custom Show will be announced in the very near future.
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MEDIA NOTE: Please let me know if you need any photos to include with your event story. We will make arrangements to get the photos to you. We appreciate your support of the event and for those who were able to attend we hope you enjoyed the show. We all had fun putting it together. ERNIE SAXTON on behalf of Len Sammons and his staff.

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An impressive crowd turned out for opening day of the first annual show and they were treated to the opportunity of seeing some outstanding custom cars, hot rods, street rods, exotic cars, trucks and more.
There is still plenty of time to see the entire show as the Mid-Atlantic Rod & Custom Car Show continues through Sunday, April 2nd at 4 p.m. Tickets are available at the main entrance with adults paying $14 and children pay $5.00.

Master car builder Boyd Coddington, well known for his TV show, drew large crowds for his autograph sessions during opening day of the show.

Ken Fenical attracted a great deal of attention with his “Posies” Aeroliner creation that was inspired by a 30’s era French coachbuilder and sporting cars. Ken is signing autographs and talking with fans throughout the weekend.

Fenical point out that he was impressed with the first time show and indicated it was one of the best shows he has attended in the last few years. The Shark A.T.T.A.K. , a Barris Design and Kinds Built creation, is a stunner that had attendees marveling at what had been a 1938 Graham Roadster.
Ricky Nelson’s 1932 Ford, seen in the 1950’s television sitcom, “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet”, has a prime location at the main entrance to the show.

Paul Lemat, best remembered as the brooding hot rodder in the iconic movie “American Graffiti”, is signing autographs at the show and showing off his 5 window Ford coupe that was also part of the movie.
The 1929 Ford Roadster Pickup used on the Paramount Television Series “Happy Days” is on display throughout the entire weekend.

Troy Trepanier, well known for his Rad Rods, visit’s the show and will sign autographs on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and again from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Drag racing legend Don Garlits, winner of 144 national events, will be at the show on Saturday signing autographs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and again from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

For soap opera fans Cameron Mathison, Ryan Lavery on All My Children, will visiting with fans from 11:30 through 1 p.m. and again from 1:30 p.m. through 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Show attendees in a buying mood may want to visit the Car Corral where it is expected there just may be some bargains being offered.

Motorsports fans will enjoy getting up close to a NASCAR Nextel Cup or a sprint race car.
A variety of vendors offering everything from magnetic bracelets (they are suppose to solve some of your aches and pains) to collectables and more are located throughout the 270,000 square foot show area.

Show attendees just might want to set aside some money to purchase an official event program book because it includes a map of the show, photos of just about all participants in the show and a listing of who is in what booth on the show floor.

“We are really quite pleased with the turnout for opening day,” said show organizer Len Sammons. “And we think that we will see a lot of activity at the show on Saturday and Sunday. There are some very impressive looking cars on display and a lot of celebrities wandering around the show.”
Fort Washington, PA Expo Center, site of the show, is located just a short distance from Exit #339 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. For information telephone 215.641.4500 Ext. 51.
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MEDIA NOTE: We can provide you with a complete coverage story of the show and make photos available to you. Please be in touch if there is a need. Thank you for your coverage of the show. Ernie Saxton

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All My Children soap-opera star Cameron Mathison and master builder/television personality Boyd Coddington are among the well-known celebrities scheduled to appear at the three-day show, which will feature more than 250 vehicles that run the gamut of hot rods, custom cars, muscle cars, exotics, classics, low-riders, tuners and more.

Other celebrities scheduled to sign autographs and meet fans include drag racing legend "Big Daddy" Don Garlits; former World Champion drag racer Bruce Larson; Paul Le Mat, who played John Milner in the classic movie American Graffiti; and master builders Ken "Posie"Fenical and Troy Trepanier.

The first annual show will kick off at 1 p.m. on Fri., March 31, and continue through Sun., April 2. Tickets will be sold at the Expo Center door only, with adult admission priced at $14 per day and children at $5.

Show attendees will have the opportunity to get up-close looks at many famous cars, including The Aeroliner by POSIES; Ricky Nelson's hot rod from the Ozzie & Harriet television show; the Barris custom-designed 'Shark Attack' car; a rare '41 Tucker; the Happy Days series hot-rod pickup; and other car, truck and specialty creations.

One of the most popular vehicles in the show is sure to be a replica of the '32 Ford Coupe that Le Mat drove in the American Graffiti movie.

Much of the Expo Center's 270,000-plus square feet of exhibit space will be occupied by the rod and custom cars in contention for over $10,000 in prize money, merchandise and awards posted by the event organizers. A $5,000 check will go to the owner of the car that is deemed "Best of Show" by a select group of judges.

The show will also include unique local car club displays and over 100 automotive vendors, representing street-rod parts and after-market manufacturers.

And a popular area of the show will certainly be the Car Corral, where automotive enthusiasts will have an opportunity to purchase new and used rod and custom cars, performance and special-interest vehicles. "This is a show that will provide interest for everyone," said event organizer Len Sammons. "If you like meeting celebrities we will have them, and if you like cars we have them. And if you want to customize a car or build a new, the people you'll want to talk with will be at the show.

"It's going to be an exciting three days." Many of the cars entered in the show can be seen at event's official website, www.midatlanticcarshow.com, which also offers complete information about the show.
Show hours will be Fri., March 31, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Sat., April 1, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sun., April 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Information can be obtained by phoning the show office at 609-888-3618 during regular works hours. After March 29 those seeking info should call the Expo Center at 215-641-4500 Ext. 51.
There is ample free parking surrounding the Fort Washington Expo Center,
which is located just a short distance from Pennsylvania Turnpike Exit 339.
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STAR OF ALL MY CHILDREN WILL BE PART OF MID-ATLANTIC SHOW EXCITEMENT

FORT WASHINGTON, PA MARCH 3, 2006 . . . One of the most popular soap operas on television these days is ABC’s All My Children and one of the most popular cast members is Cameron Mathison who plays the part of Ryan Lavery.
Mathison, a part of All of Children since 1989, will be appearing at the first annual Mid-Atlantic Rod & Custom Show at the Fort Washington, PA Expo Center which is set to take place March 31st through April 2nd. The veteran actor, who has appeared in a number of movies and other television programs, will be meeting fans and signing autographs of Sunday, April 2nd.
Perhaps one of his most rewarding sports accomplishments is the fact that he was able to tie former Philadelphia Eagle Terrell Owens in an NBA All Star celebrity slam-dunk competition. He is also a member of the Celebrity Players Golf Tour, which travels to 16 cities across the USA and is seen on Golf Channel.
Most recently Mathison appeared on a segment of ABC’s Hope & Faith. A nominee for the Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in 2002 he will be seen on August 16th in ABC Family Channel’s SEE JANE DATE.
Mathison will be joining American Graffiti star Paul LeMATT, drag racing legend Don Garlits along with well known industry celebrities Troy Trepanier, Boyd Coddington and Ken Finical (Posies) in appearances at the three day show.
More than 270,000 square feet, all on one easy to walk through level, will be dedicated to this first time event. At least 300 cars will be on display representing hot rods, custom cars, muscle cars, exotics, classics, low riders, pick-ups and tuners.
Event organizers have posted more than $10,000 in prize money, merchandise and awards to be paid out during the three days with $5,000 going to the Best of the Show winner.
Proving to be a very popular area at the show is the Car Corral. This is an area set aside for those who have rod and custom cars that they would like to sell.
“We are really excited about the response we are getting to the show,” said co-organizer Len Sammons. “For the first year we really think this is going to be a huge success. And it is just the start of a long run for the show. We just felt the area needed a show of this type.”
Many of the cars entered in the show can be seen at the www.midatlanticcarshow.com website. The Happy Days truck, featured on the hit TV show Happy Days, will be on display along with the Shark A.T.T.A.K., Posie’s Aeroliner and many others. New entries are being added to the site on a regular basis. The website also offers complete information on the three day show.
Information on sponsorship and marketing opportunities can be had by telephoning the show office at 609.888.3618. There is still some exhibit and car display space available.
Discount lodging reservations at area hotels are available through Plaza Travel at 215.322.6888. The discounts are available only when reservations are made through the show agency, Plaza Travel.
The Fort Washington, PA Expo Center is located just a short distance from the PA. Turnpike exit #339.
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EASTERN MOTORSPORT PRESS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2007 CONVENTION DATES

LANGHORNE, PA February 26, 2006 . . . Fresh off a highly successful 2006 convention, the Eastern Motorsport Press Association has announced plans for 2007.
“We have decided to stick with the last weekend in January (January 26-28th) for our convention. It seems to be a date that conflicts least with anything else going on in the business,” said EMPA president Ernie Saxton. “We are planning some changes in how the convention is presented and what is included in the three days. The site of the convention, the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center in Trevose, PA, will remain the same.”

The Eastern Motorsport Press Association, founded in 1969, represents more than 200 professional media members who cover the sport on a regular basis. EMPA’s goal is to get more speedways, sanctioning organizations, race teams and, of course more media involved in the convention.
“We are looking at including more workshops during the convention for those who want to improve their skills,” said Saxton. “There is the possibility of a public relations seminar to help PR people improve their relationships with the media. One of our main goals is to improve the coverage given the sport not only for major events but also the local short tracks.”

The most recent convention had support from NASCAR, Indy Racing League, American LeMans Series, Pocono Raceway, DIRT Motorsports, SPEED Channel, Performance Racing Industry magazine, Valvoline and Chad Sinon Motorsports.

“We invite teams, speedways, sanctioning organizations and sponsors to be part of the convention,” commented Saxton. “There are opportunities to make presentations to the media members, create a rapport with the media that covers the sport and, perhaps, improve media exposure. “
For information on the Eastern Motorsport Press Association telephone Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 or email Esaxton144@aol.com.
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TROY TREPANIER TO BE HEADLINER AT MID-ATLANTIC ROD AND CUSTOM SHOW

FORT WASHINGTON, PA February 5, 2006 . . . In the custom car industry Troy Trepanier has reached rock star status. Rad Rods by Troy creates some very exotic cars.
Trepanier will be visiting with fans at the Mid-Atlantic Rod and Custom Show set for the Fort Washington, PA Expo Center on March 31st through April 2nd. Troy will be signing autographs and greeting car buffs , for one day only, next to one of his latest creations on Sunday, April 2nd. However one of his cars, a car that was unveiled at the huge SEMA Show in Las Vegas and earned an award for its fantastic paint job, will be at the show all three days.
Troy is often seen in TV commercials and has become a very popular attraction at car shows. His creations have earned numerous awards including a 1932 Ford roadster that was the recipient of the Goodguys’ 2004 Street Rod of the Year award.
Rad Rods’ 13 employees, working out of their shop in Mantena, Illinois, continue to release some wonder creations with a 1967 Lincoln convertible for baseball star Manny Ramirez and a 1940 Ford convertible for Stan Fox.
Trepanier represents one of the automotive world’s true renaissance builders and he holds one of the most esteemed positions for builders past and present. He is looking forward to meeting and talking with car buffs at the Mid-Atlantic Rod and Custom Show.
He joins other major figures such as custom car builder Boyd Coddington and drag racing legend Don Garlits as participants in the show. Well known industry figure Ken Fenical of Possies will be at the show all three days to meet show attendees and sign autographs. There will be announcements of additional celebrities appearing as the show dates draw nearer.
More than 270,000 square feet, all on one easy to walk through level, will be dedicated to this first time event. There will even been an area, Car Corral, set aside just for those who have rod and custom cars for sale.
“This is a show for car enthusiasts with many top dealer displays,” said show organizer Len Sammons. “We are excited about the show. The response to the show from the industry has been tremendous. We feel the show is going to be a huge success.”
The Happy Days truck, featured on the hit TV show Happy Days some years back, is bound to be a popular attraction at the show as will be the Shark A.T.T.A.K which is a brand new car just recently completed. The 1938 Graham Roadster is a legendary George Barris design built by Jerry Kinds. This will be the first showing of Shark A.T.T.A.K. in this area.
More than 300 cars will be on display including Hot Rods, Custom Cars, Muscle Cars, Exotics, Classics, Lowriders, Pick-Ups and Tuners.
$5,000 will go to the Best of the Show winner with more than $10,000 in prize money, merchandise and awards being paid out during the three day show.
Information on being an exhibitor or putting a car on display is available at www.midatlanticcarshow.com or telephone 609.888.3618.
Sponsorship and marketing opportunities, a limited number, can be discussed with Lenny Sammons or Joe Pratt at the same telephone number.
The Mid-Atlantic Rod and Custom Show will take place at the Fort Washington, PA Expo Center located just off Exit 339 of the Penna. Turnpike.
Discount lodging at area hotels can be had by telephone Marilyn Saxton at 215.752.2392 or Plaza Travel at 215.322.6888.
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MEDIA CREDENTIALS: Arrangements for media credentials may be made by contacting Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 or email us at Esaxton144@aol.com. If we can be of any assistance to you in your coverage of the show please be in touch. ERNIE SAXTON

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TREVOSE, PA January 28, 2006 . . . True legends in the sport of auto racing were inducted into the Eastern Motorsport Press Association Hall of Fame on Saturday night at the Radisson Hotel & Convention Center. With more than 125 people on hand for the NASCAR/EMPA Hall of Fame Awards Dinner Modified stock car owner Dick Cozze, dirt track Modified racer Buzzie Reutimann, drag racing star Bob Glidden, three time NASCAR Winston Cup champion Darrell Waltrip, the late dirt Modified stock car owner Joe Bullock, sprint car owner Al Hamilton and the original Outlaw sprint car racer Bobby Allen were the latest to join an already impressive array of motorsports greats that are enshrined in the EMPA Hall of Fame.
Cozze, Reutimann (traveling from Tampa, Florida), Allen and Al Hamilton were on hand to accept their honors. Darrell Waltrip, his buddy Buzzie Reutimann accepted his award, and Glidden expressed their regrets at not being able to attend but offered their thanks for the honor. Mark Bullock accepted for his late father Joe Bullock.
Sprint car racer Fred Rahmer was honored with his third Richie Evans Memorial EMPA Northeast Driver of the Year Award while 2005 NASCAR Nextel Cup champion Tony Stewart, honored as the Al Holbert Memorial EMPA National Driver of the Year, expressed his thanks in a specially prepared video tape.
Monte Dutton, who covers the NASCAR Nextel Cup circuit for a variety of publications including the Gaston, SC Gazette, Area Auto Racing News and FasTrack, was presented the Art McHugh Memorial Award in recognition of his outstanding behind the scenes support of the EMPA.
The annual Ace Lane Sr. Memorial Award, presented to an outstanding photographer each year, went to Rich Kepner. His work has appeared in many trade publications and other media.
The Philadelphia Daily News’ long time motorsports writer Bill Fleischman was awarded the Frank Blunk Memorial Award named in honor of a man who did so much to improve the coverage of the sport.
NASCAR Nextel Cup racer Morgan Shepherd, who is planning a full season of Cup competition with new sponsorship support, was on hand to accept the Junie Donlavey Spirit of the Sport Award.
Noted photographer Bob Yurko was presented with the annual Jerry Glase Memorial Award as a driving force behind the EMPA. He does so much for the sport and seeks little in return. The award is presented by EMPA President Ernie Saxton and his wife Marilyn.
An outstanding achievement award, not an award given on a regular basis, was announced for former New Jersey Motor Vehicle Department Captain John Wyckoff. The award was accepted by Len Sammons who told the gathering that Mr. Wyckoff had passed away just a couple of days before the convention. He had been made aware of the award and his daughter told Sammons that he was delighted. The award was long overdue and recognized much that was done by Mr. Wyckoff to improve the safety in motorsports in New Jersey.
Six time American Racing Drivers Club champion Ray Bull was given a special President’s Award for his outstanding accomplishments in the sport, his support of EMPA and his efforts as a goodwill ambassador for the sport.
Participating in the variety of press conferences offered during the convention were the American LeMans Series, DIRT Motorsports, United Racing Company, Dover International Raceway, American Racing Drivers Club, Pocono Raceway, Richmond International Raceway, ARCA RE/MAX Series, Indy Racing League, Race of Champions Series, Susquehanna Speedway along with NASCAR.
Sponsorship support for the Convention and the various contests came from Pocono Raceway, Indy Racing League, Chad Sinon Motorsports, DIRT Motorsports, Performance Racing Industry Magazine, Valvoline, SPEED Channel, NASCAR and the American LeMans Series.
The Valvoline/EMPA Writers Contest had writers from a variety of media taking awards. Included were:
Column Writing First Place: Dick Berggren, “The Real Thing”, Speedway Illustrated
Second Place: Ron Hedger, “Differing Views On Lapped Cars At Short Tracks”, National Speed Sport News
Feature Writing First Place: Chuck Givler, “Scratch At The Patch”, The Express-Times
Second Place: Dick Berggren, “How To Get A Job In Big-League Racing”, Speedway Illustrated
News Writing First Place: Joe Jennings, “Ricky Rudd goes away quietly”, Motorsports.com
Second Place: Jerry Reigle, “Pettys headline fledgling sprint group”, The Patriot-News
Personality Profile First Place: Jerry Reigle, “Pride - Rahmer can’t stand losing” - The Patriot-News
Second Place: Mike Lloyd, “Rex White: NASCAR’s Oldest Living Champion”, Area Auto Racing News
Race Report First Place: Jeremy Elliott, “Kurt Busch warms up” The Patriot-News
Second Place: Lenny H. Sammons, “A Linda’s Speedway Tale Of Different Emotions”, Area Auto Racing News
In the Performance Racing Industry Magazine Broadcast Contest first place in Radio went to Erik Thomas for his Raceline Radio Network broadcast from Sunday, November 6th of the Champ Car races from Montreal.
Matt Thomas (Thomas Productions) earned a first in the Television category for his “Oswego 2005 BUD Classic.” His dad, Mel Thomas, took top honors in the Independent Videos with his “2005 Smash ‘n Crash Volume #17.”
Winners in the Chad Sinon Motorsports Photography Contest were:
Crash Action: Bob Armbruster, Area Auto Racing News
Action Crash Sequence: Jim Smith, Program Dynamics
Portrait and Personality: Harold Hoch, Junior Dragster Publication
Action: Todd Dziadosz, Hot Rod Magazine
Pure Art: Todd Dziadosz
Feature: Bob Yurko, Area Auto Racing News and South Jersey Dirt Racing.com
Picture Story: Ace Lane, Ace Lane Photo.com
Unpublished Color: Todd Dziadosz
Best of Show: Todd Dziadosz
Portfolio: Harold Hoch
In the election held on the final day of the convention, Ernie Saxton (Bucks County Courier Times, Area Auto Racing News and other publications) was elected to another two year term as president of the EMPA. Saxton, one of the founders of the organization back in 1969, has served as president every year except for one.
Saxton again brought his own slate of officers in for another two years including:
Len Sammons (Area Auto Racing News), Vice President
David Moulthrop (Gater Racing News), Northeastern Vice President
Monte Dutton (Gaston, S.C. Gazette), Southern Vice President
Bill Yoder, Treasurer
Marilyn Saxton, Secretary
Board of Directors include: Herb Anastor (Area Auto Racing News), John Snyder (Area Auto Racing News), Ron Hedger (National Speed Sport News), Jeff Gromis (Lancaster, PA News Intelligencer, Ace Lane (Ace Lane Photos), Bob Yurko (freelance photographer) and Jerry Reigle (Harrisburg, PA Patriot News).
CONVENTION NOTES: Don Radebaugh, public relations director of the ARCA/REMAX Series, got a taste of history while in the Philadelphia area while attending the EMPA Convention. Don, seen on SPEED Channel coverage of ARCA, made his first visit to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.
Todd Fisher, promoter of the successful Susquehanna Speedway, had help at the convention. His 8-year-old daughter was busy giving out track schedules and helping dad with his promotional efforts.
Dr. Joe Mattioli has introduced his own diversity program for youngsters at his South Boston, VA Speedway. He has taken delivery of 20 go-karts from Mark Dinsmore to be used by school children as part of the new program in the spring.
Andy Harpell, making his first visit to the EMPA Convention, announced schedules for his Race of Champions Series.
The NASCAR Luncheon Press Conference featured Mark McFarland, driver of the U.S.Navy sponsored Dale Earnhardt Jr. owned Busch Series car, as he talked about his rookie season. He also displayed a brand new “short” haircut he was given when part of a U.S. Navy was training session.
NASCAR Whelan Modified Tour champion Tony Hirschman talked about the 14 race schedule for the 2006 season and the excitement of having his son Matt race with him this season. Matt is the Race of Champions Asphalt Modified champion for 2005.
Sprint car ace Fred Rahmer had many great things to say about Bobby Allen when presenting a Hall of Fame statue to the “original outlaw” sprint racer. And Allen talked of the days when he raced in Europe something that was not known to many in the audience.
Al Hamilton, inducted into the Hall of Fame, plunked down $1500 cash to buy a beautiful silver autographed helmet from Darrell Waltrip. Proceeds of the helmet auction are being shared between the Checkered Flag Fan Club and Kyle Petty’s Victory Junction Camp.
The American LeMans Series made their first appearance at the Convention. Bob Dickinson, Director of Communications, educated the attendees on the Series and racer Liz Halliday talked about her auto racing efforts and her Olympic Team Equestrian hopes for 2008.
Gary Tomkins, 2004 DIRT Super Series champion, talked about his “tentative” plans for 2006 with firm plans expected to be announced in a week or so.
There was a great deal of interest show in the presentations made by Tom Skibinski (DIRT Motorsports Northeast Modifieds) and Chris Dolack (DIRT World of Outlaws Sprints).
NASCAR Nextel Cup driver Morgan Shepherd talked about his exciting plans for a full season of Nextel Cup competition and his Morgan Shepherd Charitable Fund.
Others making presentations include Barry Angstadt and Andy Martin of the American Racing Drivers Club; Gary Camp on behalf of Dover International Speedway; Bob Miller, John and Cher Zimmerman for the United Racing Company and Keith Green for Richmond International Raceway.
Plans for the 2007 Eastern Motorsport Press Association Convention, open to organizations, speedways and race teams, will be announced in the very near future. For information on the EMPA write to Ernie Saxton at Esaxton144@aol.com or telephone 215.752.7797.

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STRUNK AND REA FORM STRONG TEAM FOR GRANDVIEW AND BIG DIAMOND RACEWAY

READING, PA January 26, 2006 . . . Veteran Modified stock car racer Jeff Strunk, a winner of 20 championships during his career, has teamed up with Reading’s Johnny Rea, a successful car owner, to challenge for the 358 Modified championships at Grandview Speedway and Big Diamond Raceway.
“Johnny and I feel we are going to have a very strong team to go after the two speedway titles and make a run for the NASCAR Division II championship (worth more than $25,000 at the end of the season),” said the five time Grandview Speedway NASCAR Modified champion. “ With Johnny’s success, winning a NASCAR championship at Big Diamond with driver Keith Hoffman in 2002, and my success at both Grandview and Big Diamond (a four time champion), we feel we are going to be tough to beat.”
The JR Motorsports team will field a Teo chassis Modified with Barry Gechter power plants. Gechter has built engines for Strunk in the past when he won titles with owner Keith Harring in 2000 and 2002 at Grandview Speedway.
The Johnny Rea owned Modified will carry the No. 1.
Strunk and Rea have been working overtime getting their new Teo chassis racers ready for the busy season ahead. The team just came together in the last couple of weeks.
Rea and Strunk are in the process of negotiating sponsorship for the team. They will be announcing their sponsors and team colors in the very near future.
In addition to racing the 358 Modifieds at Big Diamond Raceway in Minersville, PA on Friday nights and Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville, PA on Saturday nights, Strunk is also looking to put together a 25-30 race schedule of Big Block Modified events running both the Advance Auto Parts Super Dirt Series and the Race of Champions Series.
Strunk is coming off a strong season having won his fourth straight Modified title and his fifth career title at Grandview Speedway. Strunk race 37 358 Modified events with five wins and he had eight races in the Thunder on the Hill and Race of Champions’ Big Block events getting two wins.
In addition the 37 year old racer ran six races at Bridgeport, NJ Speedway with all top six finishes including a second. He earned a second at Hagerstown, MD Speedway plus a third at Delaware International Speedway and two wins at Penn Can Speedway in Susquehanna, PA.
In addition to his NASCAR title at Grandview Speedway in 2005, Strunk also earned the Comdial Thunder on the Hill Modified Championship and the Race of Champions Southern Regional title.
During his long career Strunk has tallied 114 career Modified victories.
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NEWS FROM ATLANTIC CITY INDOOR RACES
Indoor Auto Racing at Boardwalk Hall
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A DREAM COMES TRUE, LOU CICCONI JR WINS ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK HALL ‘GAMBLER’S CLASSIC” AUTO RACE

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ January 21, 2006 . . . The auto racing event Lou Cicconi Jr. has so dearly wanted to win is finally on his resume.
Cicconi realized a longtime dream on Saturday night, capturing the 40-lap Atlantic City Indoor Race 'Gambler's Classic' A-Main for Three Quarter Midgets and 600cc Micro-Sprints at Boardwalk Hall.
The 41-year from Aston, Pa., grew up attending the traditional wintertime TQ Midget shows at the then Convention Hall, but the series ended in 1981 before he could enter as a competitor. He was thrilled when Len Sammons Productions revived the indoor spectacular in 2003 and has been chasing a victory ever since.
Cicconi has won A.C. Indoor Race fast-time awards and preliminary events over the past three years, but the checkered flag in Saturday's finale has proved elusive. He found the right recipe on Saturday.
"Indoor racing is all about luck," said Cicconi, whose $5,000 first-place payoff included a $3,000 bonus for posting a $100 'gambler’s fee' prior to the race. "Tonight we had it."
Cicconi grabbed the lead on lap 27 when his good friend and rival, Joey Payne of Fairlawn, N.J., had an unfortunate scrape with the lapped car driven by Bobby Watkins of Levittown, Pa. The contact with Watkins was hard enough to partially break Payne's steering wheel, leaving him with an injury to his right hand.
Payne, who had passed Mike Dicely of Lewisberry, Pa., for the top spot on lap 11, was never a factor again. He basically drove one-handed until a blown engine eliminated him as he was struggling to maintain a top-five spot on lap 38.
"I think Joey Payne and I were pretty equal," said Cicconi, who started fourth driving Ken and Larry Hentrich's TQ Midget. "We had a good race going, a real clean race.
"But that's the way we race each other. There's no way I’d rough up Joey Payne. There's a lot of respect there between us."
Cicconi mastered the two restarts over the final circuits to cross the finish line ahead of Dicely, who finished as the 'Gambler's Classic" runner-up for the second straight year.
Jack Spence of Bear, Del., finished third, followed by Mike Lichty of Innerkip, Ont., and B.J. MacDonald of Dublin, Pa.
Jon Gambuti of Point Pleasant, N.J., was transported to a local hospital about being shaken up in a multi-car accident on lap 10 of the A-Main. He was alert and speaking with safety workers while being removed from his car and was not believed to be seriously injured.
Ryan Smith of Kunkletown, Pa., overtook Middletown, N.Y.'s Scott Goodrich for the lead late in the distance en route to winning the 20-lap Slingshot by Tobias division feature. Goodrich settled for second place, followed by Joel Smith of Palmerton, Pa., Jim Housworth of Riegelsville, Pa., and Pat Bealer of Walnutport, Pa.

Slingshot national champion Steven Intravaia of Saylorsburg, Pa., upstaged a field of asphalt and dirt Modified stars to win the 15-lap Slingshot Celebrity Race.
Asphalt Mod standout Tony Hirschman, finished second, ahead of Doug Hoffman (dirt Modifieds), Jimmy Blewett (asphalt Mods), Frank Cozze (dirt Mods) and Alan Johnson (dirt Mods).
Winners during Saturday afternoon's 'Small Car Nationals' were Christopher Allen Jr. (Young Lion Slingshots), Richie Byrne (Sportsman Micro Stocks), Tom Ervin (Outlaw Micro Stocks) and Ontario’s Brett Stratford (Champ Karts).
A large crowd entered the Boardwalk Hall stands for the mid-winter event, which for the first time in four years was run on a weekend that boasted ideal weather conditions. Last year's Saturday-night show was marred by a snowstorm that led to a state of emergency in New Jersey.
Plans for the 2007 indoor events will be announced in the near future.
TQ Midget/600cc Micro-Sprint ‘Gambler’s Classic’ A-Main Finish (40 laps): 1. Lou Cicconi Jr., 2. Mike Dicely, 3. Jack Spence, 4. Mike Lichty, 5. B.J. MacDonald, 6. John Ivy, 7. Rick Eckert, 8. Heath Hehnly, 9. Mike Tidaback 10. Robbie Nixon, 11. Billy Pauch, 12. Mike Iles, 13. Cody Darrah, 14. Joey Payne, 15. Ted Christopher, 16. Bobby Watkins Jr., 17. Bill Unglert, 18. Frank Polimeda, 19. Curt Michael, 20. Stewart Friesen, 21. Danny Shirey, 22. Jon Gambuti, 23. Tim Adams, 24. Steve Buckwalter, 25. Curtis Friesen, 26. Matt Janisch.
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CICCONI, DARRAH AND IVY ARE WINNERS IN OPENING NIGHT ACTION AT ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK HALL INDOOR RACES

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ January 21, 2006 . . . Lou Cicconi Jr. of Aston, Pa., Cody Darrah of York, Pa., and John Ivy of Bellevue, Ohio, emerged victorious in Friday night's Three Quarter Midget/600cc Micro-Sprint 'Roaring 20s' races as the Atlantic City Indoor Race Weekend kicked off at Boardwalk Hall.
Cicconi, a veteran competitor who follows the ISMA Supermodified tour, authored the drive of the show in the first preliminary. After steering Ken Hentrich's brightly-colored TQ Midget to the fastest lap in the 92-car time-trial session, he charged from the seventh spot to win the 20-lapper.
The most memorable move of Cicconi's march forward came when he vaulted from fourth place to first in just over one lap. He completed his assault by running the outside line by short-track legend Billy Pauch of Frenchtown, N.J., to assume command for good just after the race's halfway mark.
Pauch settled for second place behind the wheel of TQ ace Don Adams's car. NASCAR Modified standout Ted Christopher of Plainville, Conn., finished third, and Tim Adams of Hamilton, N.J., and Joey Payne of Fairlawn, N.J., completed the top-five finishers who transferred directly to Saturday night's 40-lap 'Gambler's Classic' A-Main.
Considering his track record in the unique event over the past four years, Cicconi's triumph in the first 20-lapper was no surprise. But the evening's other stars shocked the gathering.
Darrah, a 16-year-old Micro-Sprint racer making his first career start in an indoor event run on a concrete surface, led from flag-to-flag in the second main. He held off the advances of Manheim, Pa.'s Heath Hehnly to score the most high-profile checkered flag of his young career.
Bobby Watkins Jr. of Levittown, Pa., finished third, followed by Curtis Friesen of St. Catharines, Ont., and ARDC Midget standout Steve Buckwalter of Royersford, Pa.
Darrah's uncle, dirt Late Model star Rick Eckert of York, Pa., missed a transfer spot to Saturday's A-Main by one position, finishing sixth in one of Darrah's team cars.
Ivy, an accomplished 410 Sprint Car driver at tracks in central Ohio, paced the field from wire-to-wire to bag the third qualifier. He joined Darrah as a 'Roaring 20s' winner driving a 600cc Micro-Sprint.
ISMA Supermodified regular Mike Lichty of Innerkip, Ont., challenged Ivy several times but settled for second place. Mike Dicely of Lewisberry, Pa., finished third, followed by B.J. McDonald of Dublin, Pa., and Jack Spence of Bear, Del.
The winners of the 'Roaring 20s' pocketed $300 apiece.
Kris Savoie of Fultonville, N.Y., and Bill Weaver of Bangor, Pa., split the twin 15-lap Slingshot by Tobias division heat races.
Andrew Hutchinson of Alexandria Bay, N.Y., captured the evening's 20-lap Champ Kart feature.
Atlantic City Indoor Race action continues on Saturday at Boardwalk Hall with a jam-packed schedule.
Racing begins at 12:30 p.m. with a matinee program featuring the 'Small Car Nationals.' Included are events for the Champ Karts, Young Lion Slingshots, Sportsman Micro-Stocks and Outlaw Micro-Stocks.
Following a FanFest on the racetrack at 6 p.m., the evening portion of the card commences at 7 p.m. The TQ Midgets/600cc Micros will compete in C-, B- and A-Mains, but also part of the show is a 20-lap Slingshot feature and a Celebrity Slingshot Challenge event featuring asphalt Modified starts Tony Hirschman, Matt Hirschman and Jimmy Blewett racing against dirt Modified supernovas Frank Cozze, Doug Hoffman and Alan Johnson.
First 20-Lap TQ Midget/600cc Micro-Sprint 'Roaring 20' Qualifier: 1. Lou Cicconi Jr., 2. Billy Pauch, 3. Ted Christopher, 4. Tim Adams, 5. Joey Payne, 6. Scotty Smith, 7. Robbie Nixon, 8. Randy Oswald, 9. Rudy Boetticher, 10. Brian Marriott, 11. Mike Tidaback, 12. Doug Wessel, 13. David Williams, 14. Doug Esh, 15. Stephen Stull, 16. Mike Osite, 17. Jeff Heotzler, 18. Dan Biggs, 19. Dr. William Lowe, 20. Harry Weed.
Second 20-Lap TQ Midget/600cc Micro-Sprint 'Roaring 20' Qualifier: 1. Cody Darrah, 2. Heath Hehnly, 3. Bobby Watkins Jr., 4. Curtis Friesen, 5. Steve Buckwalter, 6. Rick Eckert, 7. Bill Unglert, 8. Jack Conover Jr., 9. Andrew Hannula, 10. Mel Raab, 11. Anthony Sesely, 12. Ronnie Milroy Jr., 13. Bob Maxwell Jr., 14. James Michael Friesen, 15. Matt Seavey, 16. Carl Thomas, 17. Luke Marzano, 18. Art Lawshe Jr., 19. Matt Janisch, 20. Scott Kreutter.
Third 20-Lap TQ Midget/600cc Micro-Sprint 'Roaring 20' Qualifier: 1. John Ivy, 2. Mike Lichty, 3. Mike Dicely, 4. B.J. McDonald, 5. Jack Spence, 6. Curt Michael, 7. Ryan Bartlett, 8. Mike Iles, 9. Nathan Hauck, 10. Don Zrinski, 11. Jon Gambuti, 12. Kenny Schanz, 13. Danny Shirey, 14. Russ Bailey, 15. Ryan Tidman, 16. Jimmy Wyers, 17. Frank Polimeda, 18. Robin Johnston, 19. Doug Sherwood, 20. John Greenhalgh.
First Slingshot Qualifier (15 laps): 1. Kris Savoie, 2. Ryan Smith, 3. Joel Smith, 4. Jim Housworth, 5. Jeremy Markle, 6. Pat Bealer, 7. George Catanzano, 8. Scott Ferrier, 9. David DePaulo, 10. Gary Hieber, 11. Kyle Inglin, 12. Earlene Bosga, 13. Jesse Hartman, 14. Ed Windt, 15. Davey Sammons, 16. Jeff Heotzler, 17. David McCullough, 18. Steve Hicks, 19. Michael Glass, 20. Bobby Kuiken.
Second Slingshot Qualifier (15 laps): 1. Bill Weaver, 2. Curtis Truex Jr., 3. Marc Daniels, 4. Steve Intravaia, 5. Scott Goodrich, 6. Joe Inglin, 7. John Critelli, 8. John Wesp, 9. James Pollard, 10. Joe Molson, 11. Dave Werber, 12. Shawn Light, 13. Robbie Booth, 14. Ron Neil Jr., 15. Travis Nolan, 16. Don Neil, 17. Butch Getz, 18. Bobby Sandt Jr., 19. Eddie Gobbo (DNS) Bill Vaninwegen Sr.
Champ Kart Feature Finish (20 laps): 1. Andrew Hutchinson, 2. Justin Rau, 3. Andrew Swisher, 4. Andrew Bohn, 5. Stephen Moran, 6. Carl Thomas, 7. Nick Herriven, 8. Rudy Pinkham, 9. Jerry Solomito, 10. Chris Dalex, 11. Matt Ferris, 12. J.R. Bertuccio, 13. Shane Solomito, 14. Tammy Smith, 15. Paulie Harraka, 16. Joseph Jasinsky, 17. John Beatty, 18. Michael Maskulyak, 19. Jeff Paulson, 20. Tim Buckwalter, 21. Lauren Kasky, 22. Chris Wramage, 23. Paul McCollum, 24. Erika Palmai.
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