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Racing Action Continues At Siskiyou Speedway Saturday Night
Yreka, CA...The season opener was a success as drivers flocked from everywhere to be a part of the racing action last week at Siskiyou Motor Speedway. The show continues this Saturday night as IMCA Modifieds, O'Reilly Auto Parts IMCA Sport Modifieds McDonald's Mini Stocks and Hornnets will be racing. Due to a rainout in Medford, a few more cars are anticipated, and the Outlaw Pro Stocks will be back for a Billy Geyer Memorial Race tuneup. Though the big track has avoided a rainout, the bad weather claimed Friday's scheduled Outlaw Kart event.
Last week saw the return of three champions in the IMCA Modifieds. We saw 2015 champion Nick Trenchard finish third after winning the Trophy Dash. Reigning champion Albert Gill was in the hunt with a fifth place finish. The night didn't go as well for past champion Lenny Toolanen, who watched the finish from the sidelines. It's anticipated that these three will be there to do battle this week along with Ray Kniffen Jr., Zach Fettinger, James Welshonse and others. Welshonse had a nice start to his evening last week with a heat race win.
Speaking of nice starts, Colton Cheffey began his championship bid in IMCA Sport Modifieds with a fourth place finish. He and third pace finisher Chris Jorgensen were the highest finishing locals of the group and are anticipated this week. Doug Franklin and Jorgensen were heat race winners and Garrett Hamilton was a Top 10 finisher last week, and all three are anticipated this week along with Jack Waldon III, D.J. Bottoms, Gary Foster, rookie Mike Colson and others. Depending on the status of a couple of Oregon tracks, it's possible Oregon State champions Jorddon Braaten and Mike Medel could be there.
We knew going in that reigning Mini Stocks champion Marilyn Yawnick and past champion Terry Kendrick would be factors in the battle this year, and both looked strong last week. Yawnick finished second in the Main Event, while Kendrick was fourth and won a heat race. Second generation racer Aaron Jorgensen made everybody take notice of him with his dash win and third place finish. These three drivers and young gun Ethan Killinsworth could be battling it out this season. Though 2014 champion Mike Whitaker didn't finish, he'll be back this week along with Amber Waldon, Mike Frost, Brian Jorgensen and others. 2015 champion David Steele is anticipated and was the winner last week. Word is that Medford regular Kristopher Mix might also be there.
The Outlaw Pro Stock Association will be racing for points this week. After a rain out in Medford, OPSA representatives contacted speedway management to inquire about a possible race date, and the answer came back quickly. It was yes. On short notice, a field of 10-14 racers is anticipated for this race. Last week, past Medford champion Scott Lenz swept heat, dash and feature in an impressive driving display. In the feature, he had 2015 OPSA champion Jeffrey Hudson chasing him, but the talented teen wasn't quick enough. Hudson was driving for Scott Bennett, and that car is anticipated along with last week's third place finisher, Scott Flowers, Rick Lukens, Johnny Cobb, Jeff Haudenshield, Brian Hammond, Roy Bain and more. The Flowers racing family also includes Scott's wife Ginny, daughter Julia and son James.
The Hornets race generated such buzz last week that they were added to the program with the decision to add the Outlaw Pro Stocks. Joby Shields was the class of the field last week in his "Triple Nickel" car, and it looks like he'll be there this week to go for two in a row. Reigning Medford champion Tm Hedges and Jason Stoutenburgh could also be there. Track officials are hoping to establish this division as an entry level option for the new racer.
The IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Sport Modifieds and Mini Stocks will offer an exciting program of racing this Saturday night. These three are also apart of the May 6th show, which will feature the 50 lap Billy Geyer Memorial Race for Outlaw Pro Stocks. At last report, the Geyer will pay $2500 to the driver who can lead the halfway mark of the race and take the checkered flag first. Stars such as Scott Lenz, Scott Flowers, Matt Harlow, Ken Irving, Brian Johnsen and Jeffrey Hudson are among those to watch for. For further information, go to www.siskiyoumotorspeedway.com.
Carload Night At Coos Bay Speedway Saturday Night
Coos Bay, Oregon...NASCAR Whelen All American Series racing continues this Saturday night at Coos Bay Speedway. This week is South Coast Shopper Carload Night, which means $23 admission for a car load. The NASCAR lineup includes the Super Late Models, Sportsman Late Models, Mini Outlaws, Hornets and Street Stocks. Humboldt Motorsports Side By Side UTV's are also scheduled.
In Super Late Models, Mike George is off to the best start so far with a win and a third place finish in his first two starts. George has a four point lead on Jared Bemetz and a ten point lead over Trent Elliott. The championship could be worth as much as $6,000 to one of these guys. Bemetz opened with second and third place finishes. Elliott won the most recent race, but he had a disappointing seventh pace finish at the opener. 2015 champion Toby McIntyre, Chuck Bracelin, Chris Ray, Kristy Grout and Tom Parry are others to watch for this week.
Two time reigning Sportsman Late Model champion Wayne Butler may have been the driver to beat going into the season, but second year racer Body Montgomery has had his number so far. Montgomery has two feature wins, while Butler has a second and a third so far. Dyllan Siewell has a second and a sixth so far. This gives Montgomery a four point lead over Butler, while Siewell is 12 tallies arrears of Montgomery. Other drivers to watch for include Tony Chamberlain, Charlie Withers and Jeff Krossman.
The Daniels family is battling for the early point lead in the Mini Outlaws as Dan Daniels leads Jamie Daniels by just four points. Rob Lauver brought his potent VW Beetle and won the last race over Ken Fox, while reigning champion Ryder Johnson beat Carl Johnson to win the season opener. Street Stock races have been won by Justin Krossman over Ken Fox one week, and Krossman over reigning champion Daniel Land in the other. As a result, Krossman leads Land by over 50 points now in the struggling class.
Reigning Hornets champion Jeremiah Reiber is continuing where he left off last year. Reiber has won both races. Ryan Siewell was second ahead of "Hurricane" Hannah Robinson one week, with Robinson holding of Siewell for second the other week. Joining these three on Saturday night should be Jeremy Beard, David Pellum, Sam Taylor, Tim Young, Lori Dionne and Matt Butler.
South Coast Shopper Carload Night should be exciting with NASCAR Super Late Models, Sportsman Late Models, Mini Outlaws, Hornets, Street Stocks and side By Side UTV's all on the card. For further information, go to www.coosbayspeedway.us.
2017 Season Begins Saturday Night
At Southern Oregon Speedway
White City, CA...After a long and wet winter and first month of spring, racing season is set to begin next Saturday night (May 6th) at Southern Oregon Speedway. Mike McCann of KJE Enterprises is beginning his season season and ushering in the track's 22nd year of operations with an exciting six division lineup. On the card for this week are the Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Sport Modifieds, Valley Stor-All Late Model Lites, Mini Stocks and JOAT Labs Hornets..
Through the years, we've seen occasional visits from the Late Model division, but this year is different. We begin the season with three consecutive visits from these high-horsepower machines. Late Models are the pinnacle of Stock Car racing on the dirt, and we have them ten times this year. Bob Dees is the reigning champion, and he returns this season along with his sons, John Dees and Garrett Dees. A two time winner last year, Mike Linder will be back as well. Coos Bay Speedway champion Nathan Augustine will be back. Like Dustin Knight, he was a feature winner last year. Kristy Grout, Steve Lemley and Don Garrett Jr. are others to watch for this week.
When the IMCA Modifieds roll into town for their first race, two time champion Albert Gill will be leading the charge. Gill won't be the only hard charger in the field. Nick Trenchard has won several races in recent seasons and is the 2015 Yreka champion. Top 5 ranked Jesse Bailey was the only driver with three Top 3 finishes last season. Perennial front runner Monte Bischoff, Zach Fettinger, Ray Kniffen Jr., Scott Crumm, Bo Shields and 2016 "Rookie Of The Year" James Welshonse are among the other stars to watch for.
The competition level in the sixth year of IMCA Sport Modifieds is so high that both reigning champion Mike Medel and two time champion Jorddon Braaten have new cars to keep up the pace. Two time champion Dwayne Melvin will also be on the roster, meaning all three champions are still racing. 2016 "Rookie Of The Year" David Marble just got married, and he's looking to celebrate with his first win in this division. Marble is the 2015 Mini Stock champion with many wins in that division. The list of talented racers on the roster is long, and Top 5 competitors Willie McFall and A.J. Parker should be there along with hard chargers like Rich McCoy, Toby Judd, Kalvin Morton, Tony Bartell and returning front runner Rob Fitzsimmons. It should be an exciting season for this division.
Super 4's division has been renamed the Valley Stor-All Late Model Lites. Reigning champion Lee Doty is back to see if he can repeat as champion, but word is that his competition is stepping up their game. Two time point runnerup Terry Hadley is said to be debuting a new car, and this three car team will also include wife Krista Hadley. Reigning Mini Stock champion Bob Burkett is moving up. Burkett has won over 20 Mini Stock features in the last five seasons. Eric Aos and son Dustin Aos are anticipated along with 2013 champion John Barger, Danny Prewitt, Mike Cloud, Bill Spencer, hard charger Charlie Eaton and Steve Thompson.
With Bob Burkett planning a limited Mini Stock schedule, this year's battle may be between 2014 champion Gary Anderson and 2015 Yreka champion David Steele. Anderson was second in points last year with two wins, but Steele was a five time winner. However, 2013 champion Steve Goetz is planning to return, which will make things more interesting. There are some other drivers looking to make their marks, led by third ranked Andrew Hall. Hall finished second three times last year in his fast Pinto Wagon, and he'll be looking for a win. Other hard chargers such as Kristopher Mix, 2016 "Rookie of the Year" Dillen Lausen, Michael Johnson and veteran Eric Hanson will also be in the hunt for wins.
The JOAT Labs Hornets are entering their fourth season, and car count will be increasing. With JOAT Labs building cages for some of the new competitors, we will be seeing a more competitive group in the entry level class. Reigning champion Tim Hedges returns in a quest for his first career victory. Joby Shields was a four time winner last season and may be the driver to beat if his recent Yreka victory is any indication. John Hoult, Jason Stoutenburg, David James Gillig, Gabe Nelson and Tylor Ray are just some of the other racers to watch for.
The lineup of Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Sport Modifieds, Valley Stor-All Late Model Lites, Mini Stocks and JOAT Labs Hornets will offer great racing excitement for the fans. Grandstands open at 5:00 PM with the first race starting at 7:00 PM sharp. General Admission is $12, Seniors (62 and older) and Juniors (6-12) is $6 and children 5 and under are free. For further information, go to www.southernoregonspeedway.com.
