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KUHLMAN ENDS DROUGHT IN 2009; FAIR JR. GRABS #2 GLASS CITY WIN
When you look at the list of winners of the Glass City 200, it’s very, very impressive. When you think about the drivers that have not won the race and have tried for many years, well, that’s why this race holds the prestige and history in short track Late Model racing. It’s a quest for many drivers, and, for most of the winners, it was “my biggest win”. That’s been said over and over.
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CAMPBELL, FAIR ADD NAMES TO GLASS CITY WINNER’S LIST
His first win at Toledo Speedway was a big one, as Brian Campbell put his name in the books as a Glass City 200 winner. Driving the #47, the same number his father, Fred, drove for many, many years, Brian set fast time at 15:157 for the 39 car field and sailed to victory in the 2007 edition of the event. Mike Luberda Jr. and Rick Sheppard took the heat races. Rookie A.J. Lane captured the B Main event. Lane moved into the 200 field by virtue of his win also.
...TEAMS PREPARE FOR GLASS CITY 200; SENNEKER LOOKING FOR WIN #2
Toledo, Ohio—September 24, 2013: With the Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 just days away, race teams are busy testing and making final preparations for the Silver Anniversary of the prestigious event. The 200 lap outlaw-bodied Late Model race is being co-sponsored by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express. 2-time Glass City winner Joe Ruttman (1969, 1973) will be the Grand Marshal for the event.
2012 Glass City winner Terry Senneker put his #37 through its final laps before the weekend. Terry and several other teams tested at Toledo Monday. Senneker led just 4 laps, but they were the final 4 as Steve Needles had an engine let go, putting Terry in the Sun Drop Winner’s Circle at the Glass City oval.
2-time Glass City winner Harold Fair Jr. also tested Monday, as did Brian Ross, at the wheel of Bob Blount’s #16. Ross will be making his first start at Toledo since 1999. Jeff Ganus, at the wheel of the Great Lakes Helicopter #5, also tested, along with Scott Pemberton in his #51 and Brian Clay in the #30 machine.
This past weekend, Dennis Strickland, Scott McKenzie, Mike Young, Steve Cronenwett Jr., Chris Benson and Jimmy Thiel all shook down their cars for the 200 lap classic.
In addition to the 200 lap feature, the 40 lap Woodville Auto Finance Sportsman invitational and the 30 lap X Car invitational will also be a part of the huge weekend.
...Current Entry List and Lap Sponsor List
DOERING, LANDIS 2005, 2006 GLASS CITY 200 WINNERS; FAMOUS SIMKO-ST DENIS FEUD MAKES NEWS WORLD-WID
Both the 2005 and 2006 Glass City 200 races will go down in history, but for different reasons. John Doering Jr. captured the rain-shortened race in 2005, the first Glass City race to ever be cut back by the elements. And, 2006, well, who could forget? Michael Simko took off running and put a flying drop-kick on the windshield of Don St. Denis during a red flag, St. Denis scrambled from his car and the duo squared off in the infield! The incident drew world-wide attention and made news for several weeks. To their credit, both drivers have moved on and have raced against each other. In fact, both drivers are expected to be at this year’s race this Saturday.
...FLAT ROCK and TOLEDO SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TOLEDO SPEEDWAY
Final car show of the season!
Tuesday, Sept. 24: Placer’s Car Club Classic Car Cruisin’
*Cash prizes, 50/50 drawing, food and beverages available!
*Note: Time change! 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. FREE admission!
**FINAL RACE SAT. SEPT. 28 AT TOLEDO!
GREAT LAKES HELICOPTER GLASS CITY 200
Presented by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express
200 LAPS—LATE MODELS
Plus Sportsman and X Car Invitationals—5 p.m. is race time!
Tickets now on sale!!!
FRIDAY, SEPT. 27—OPTIONAL PRACTICE SESSION, RIG PARKING, TIRE SALES, LIMITED TECH
Pits: 2 p.m. Practice: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
*Complimentary dinner to all Friday pit pass purchasers at Bar/Grille after practice, courtesy of Francis Engineering
LIVE BAND! Distant Cousinz plays at 9 p.m.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 28: Pits: 9:30 a.m. Drivers meeting: 11:30 a.m. Practice: 12:15 p.m.
Time trials: 3 p.m. Racing: 5 p.m.
Pits: $50 for 2-day pit pass, $40 Saturday only; $20 Friday only
Grandstands: Reserved-$25 advance, $27 day of race
General admission: $25, children 6-12 are $3, under 6-Free
FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY—FINAL RACE IS SAT. OCT. 5
Sat. Oct. 5: 300 lap Enduro championship race!
Pits: 3:30
Front gates: 5 p.m.
Practice: 5 (Enduro cars will practice/qualify at same time—LeMans style)
Race: 6 p.m.
Pits
ARCA members $20
All Non-members: $30
Minimum age for pits is 12, with minor’s release signed by parent(s) at registration (must be with minor).
Admission: $12 adults, children 6-12 are $3, under 6 is free.
Sun. Oct. 6: Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market
7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free admission to grounds; no pets
For space rental information, please call 734-782-5220
Both Tracks: FREE parking on track grounds; all concession items are priced from .50 to $3.50. Beer is available ($4-4.50);
Flat Rock Speedway is located on Telegraph Road, just 5 minutes from I-75 or I-275. The track phone number is 734-782-2480. Log onto www.flatrockspeedway.com for further information, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @flatrockspeed.
Toledo Speedway is located on Benore Road at the I-75/Alexis Road exit (behind Meijer store). The track phone number is 419-727-1100. Log onto www.toledospeedway.com for further information, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @toledospeedway.
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HISTORIC FEAT IN SHORT TRACK RACING AS SAUVE WINS 3 CONSECUTIVE GLASS CITY RACES!
While the Glass City 200 has been filled with prestige and notoriety over its 24 events, there is 1 accomplishment that ranks up near the top of all short track racing. In the years 2002, 2003 and 2004, Saginaw, MI driver Steve Sauve became the second driver to win three Glass City 200 races. What’s even more incredible is that the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame member did it 3 years in a row!
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JOE RUTTMAN NAMED GRAND MARSHAL FOR SILVER ANNIVERSARY GLASS CITY 200
As a kid growing up around the sport of auto racing, Joe Ruttman was prepared to become a race car driver from the start. His older brother, Troy, was the 1952 Indianapolis 500 winner, and his father Ralph and brother Jim were also racers. Joe actually ran a pair of NASCAR races at the Riverside, CA road course as a teenager in 1963.
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HANLEY COMES BACK TO WIN 2001 GLASS CITY
After ending last year’s race on a sour note, Canadian superstar Jr. Hanley returned to Toledo Speedway in 2001 with his sights on only 1 goal—the win in the Glass City 200. Hanley tangled with teammate Tim Felver with 8 laps to go in the 2000 event, but he was not to be denied on this day…..
...Current Entry and Lap Sponsors, September 19, 2013
TOLEDO’S ¼ MILE TRACK GETS FACELIFT; SPEED51.COM, BCSN TO COVER GLASS CITY
(TOLEDO, Ohio - September 19, 2013) - Preparations continue as the Saturday, September 28 25th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 presented by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express nears. The 200 lap outlaw-bodied Late Model invitational is set for Saturday, September 28 at Toledo Speedway.
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TIM ICE TURNS THE TABLES FOR 2000 GLASS CITY WIN
After a second place finish and losing the lead with just 10 laps to go in the 1999 revival of the Glass City 200, Tim Ice was determined to get to the Winner’s Circle. Ice made a name for himself in the early 1990’s at the track in the “Iceman” Series, named after Tim by virtue of his 10 wins at the track and 2 championships. As the laps wound down, Ice was sitting in third place. But, it’s not over until the checkered flag flies….
...JACK-VARNEY JR.-THIEL ADD NAMES TO GLASS CITY 200 ENTRY LIST
(TOLEDO, Ohio - September 17, 2013) - Butler, IN driver and most recent Toledo Late Model winner Brent Jack has filed his entry for the 25th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 presented by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express. The 200 lap outlaw-bodied Late Model invitational is set for Saturday, September 28 at Toledo Speedway.
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GLASS CITY 200 RETURNS IN 1999! FELVER BEATS STELLAR FIELD
In January of 1999, ARCA President Ron Drager and his business partner, Roy Mott, purchased Toledo Speedway from Sonny Adams. And with the new season looming, it was time to revive a race that became known for its competition and excitement…the Glass City 200.
...LAP MONEY SPONSORSHIP, RESERVED TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR GLASS CITY 200!
Toledo, Ohio—September 17, 2013: Preparations continue as the 25th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 nears! Lap money sponsorship at just $10 per lap will go to the leader of each lap in the 200 lap race. And, some reserved seat tickets still remain for the season-ending event, set for Saturday, September 28. The race is being co-sponsored by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express.
The lap money sponsorship list will be posted on the track’s webpage. Sponsors will also get public address mentions during the event and a listing will appear in the track’s special souvenir program for this race.
Reserved seat tickets feature seating in the center grandstand, directly behind the start-finish line. The seats have backrests attached with additional leg room in the section.
To purchase lap money or tickets, call the track office today at 419-727-1100.
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Belott leads early testers for Glass City 200
(TOLEDO, Ohio – Sept. 16, 2013) – The Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 is less than two weeks away and teams are starting to hit the high-banked, half-mile track at Toledo Speedway to test their cars and get their right setups ready for the fall classic.
...TOLEDO TESTING TIME AVAILABLE
As the Glass City 200 quickly approaches, testing time is filling up at Toledo Speedway.
The following 4 hour blocks are available for track rental as of Monday, September 16:
Sunday, September 22: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (room for 2 cars)
Tuesday, September 24: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m; (room for 4 cars)
Tuesday, September 24: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (room for 2 cars)
Up to 4 cars per block, 1 car at a time on the track.
Please call Scott or Casey at 419-727-1100 to arrange the rental.
...FLAT ROCK and TOLEDO SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TOLEDO SPEEDWAY
Tuesday, Sept. 17: Placer’s Car Club Classic Car Cruisin’
SUPER CRUISE NIGHT!
FEATURING ENTERTAINMENT BY BOB WURST AND JERRY CONNELLY!
*Cash prizes, 50/50 drawing, food and beverages available!
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. FREE admission!
(Last show of season will be Tuesday, September 24)
**FINAL RACE IS SAT. SEPT. 28 AT TOLEDO!
GREAT LAKES HELICOPTER GLASS CITY 200 LAPS—LATE MODELS
Tickets now on sale!!!
Plus Sportsman and X Car Invitationals—5 p.m. is race time!
FRIDAY, SEPT. 27—OPTIONAL PRACTICE SESSION, RIG PARKING, TIRE SALES, LIMITED TECH
Pits: 2 p.m. Practice: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 28: Pits: 9:30 a.m. Drivers meeting: 11:30 a.m. Practice: 12:15 p.m.
Time trials: 3 p.m. Racing: 5 p.m.
Pits: $50 for 2-day pit pass, $40 Saturday only; $20 Friday only
Grandstands: Reserved-$25 advance, $27 day of race
General admission: $25, children 6-12 are $3, under 6-Free
FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY—FINAL RACE IS SAT. OCT. 5
Sat. Oct. 5: 300 lap Enduro championship race!
Pits: 3:30
Front gates: 5 p.m.
Practice: 5 (Enduro cars will practice/qualify at same time—LeMans style)
Race: 6 p.m.
Pits
ARCA members $20
All Non-members: $30
Minimum age for pits is 12, with minor’s release signed by parent(s) at registration (must be with minor).
Admission: $12 adults, children 6-12 are $3, under 6 is free.
Sun. Oct. 6: Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market
7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free admission to grounds; no pets
For space rental information, please call 734-782-5220
Both Tracks: FREE parking on track grounds; all concession items are priced from .50 to $3.50. Beer is available ($4-4.50);
Flat Rock Speedway is located on Telegraph Road, just 5 minutes from I-75 or I-275. The track phone number is 734-782-2480. Log onto www.flatrockspeedway.com for further information, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @flatrockspeed.
Toledo Speedway is located on Benore Road at the I-75/Alexis Road exit (behind Meijer store). The track phone number is 419-727-1100. Log onto www.toledospeedway.com for further information, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @toledospeedway.
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1977 SEES FIRST 3-TIME WINNER IN SENNEKER; GLASS CITY ON HOLD
The 1997 edition of the Glass City 200 saw several circumstances surrounding the season-ending classic. For the first time in its 10-year history, the race was moved to a Saturday night in August. Promoter John Marcum had created another marquee’ style event with the Howard Williams Memorial, in honor of the late Public Relations Director of ARCA and the track announcer at Toledo. That race became the last event of the season at the Glass City oval, and Marcum’s final promotion at Toledo.
Few knew that 1977 would be the last season for the Glass City race for a period of 21 years. Track owner Herb Koester sold the speedway to Thomas (Sonny) Adams. Adams ran the facility from 1978 to 1998, until he sold the track to Marcum’s grandson, ARCA President Ron Drager, and his business partner, Roy Mott. While Adams ran several big-time races during his stay at Toledo, the Glass City 200 was shelved.
With the move to a Saturday night in August, the number of entries fell back to 31 cars. The strength of the field, which became a trademark of each Glass City race, was still present despite the car count. The legendary Bob Senneker would etch his name in the books as the first 3-time winner of the 200 lap event….and the 21 year hiatus of the Glass City 200 began…
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HUGE CROWD ENJOYS FLAT ROCK SCHOOL BUS SHOW
(FLAT
ROCK, Michigan - September 14, 2013) - The
largest crowd in several years jammed Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night for the
Griller’s Select BBQ Sauce School Bus Figure 8 race. Perfect weather greeted the sold-out crowd to
witness not only the bus race, but a Boat Figure 8 and the track’s Figure 8 and
Street Stock classes.
Rookie Corey Duane capped off a solid first year with a
win in the 25 lap ARCA DTS Drive Train Specialists Street Stock feature. The “progressive” show, which had no
qualifying, is set up by a blind draw for heat races and finishes in those
events sets the field for the feature race.
Duane, who had recorded several second runs this year, got to the Sun
Drop Winner’s Circle in his #12, topping Tim Moore, Nick Shanks, Scott Selmi,
Rob Moore, Guy Fire, Craig Lange, Jeff Luttermoser, Chris Diovardi and Pete
Shrake. Marvin Krause, Kyle Worley,
Tadek Stadniczuk, Gary Haener, Justin Rodriguez, Larry Smouthers, Clyde McKee
and Tom Murphy completed the finishing order.
Steve Chartrand and Dan Doyle were scratches for the main event. Rob Moore, Selmi and Fire won the heat races.
ED COOPER VICTORIOUS IN 1976 GLASS CITY 200
In 1968, Toledo Speedway promoter and ARCA founder John Marcum came up with the idea of running a 200 lap Late Model invitational—the Glass City 200. Despite a 20-year hiatus of the race from 1978-1998 (when the Toledo track was sold), the race was revived in 1999 when Marcum’s grandson, Ron Drager, purchased the track with business partner Roy Mott.
And the race still carries the prestige and notoriety that it once did back in the 1960’s and 1970’s.
In the 1960’s and 1970’s, a driver driving for a car owner instead of his own machine was commonplace on the short tracks. The #24, owned by Adrian, MI businessman John Ramus, put Ed Cooper in the seat of his Camaro and the Jackson, MI native made sure Ramus got a big victory with the win in the 1976 version of the Glass City 200. Ramus, Cooper and Marcum (left to right) pose for a photo in the Winner’s Circle.
...DEFENDING CHAMP TERRY SENNEKER ENTERS GLASS CITY 200; GOLD CUP CHAMP HANTZ ALSO IN
(TOLEDO, Ohio - September 12, 2013) - Defending race winner Terry Senneker Jr. of Wayland, MI has filed his entry for the 25th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 presented by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express. The 200 lap outlaw-bodied Late Model invitational is set for Saturday, September 28 at Toledo Speedway.
The second-generation star will be looking to duplicate his win from last year’s classic. Terry grabbed the lead with just 4 laps to go in the 2012 edition of the event when leader Steve Needles had an engine let go, ending his bid for victory.
Angola, IN native Scott Hantz, the 2013 ARCA Glass City Gold Cup Late Model champion, has also inked his entry, along with his teammate, Jeff Ganus. Both drivers will pilot cars from the Great Lakes Helicopter stable. Veteran Dave Stehouwer and Scott Pemberton have also sent in their entries for the 200 lap contest.
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1975 GLASS CITY 200 WINNER JIM BICKERSTAFF-FIRST BUCKEYE TO WIN CLASSIC
In 1968, Toledo Speedway promoter and ARCA founder John Marcum came up with the idea of running a 200 lap Late Model invitational—the Glass City 200. Despite a 20-year hiatus of the race from 1978-1998 (when the Toledo track was sold), the race was revived in 1999 when Marcum’s grandson, Ron Drager, purchased the track with business partner Roy Mott.
And the race still carries the prestige and notoriety that it once did back in the 1960’s and 1970’s.
For the first time in several years, the Glass City 200 overall champion did not win one of the 100 lap segments. But 1975 champ Jim Bickerstaff (#24) displayed great strength as he battled 2 of Michigan’s legendary short track kings, Joy Fair and Bob Senneker. Jim became the first Ohio driver to win the Glass City 200….
...REMEMBERING BILL DICKEY
Former Flat Rock Speedway Street Stock driver and car owner Bill Dickey, age 60, passed away Sunday, September 8 after a courageous battle against cancer.
Bill owned and drove the car number 30 in the 1990’s and his son, Carl, drove the car in the early 2000’s.
He is survived by his son Carl and step-son Chris Kehn.
Per Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services.
...ENTRY LIST TAKING SHAPE FOR GREAT LAKES HELICOPTER GLASS CITY 200
(TOLEDO, Ohio - September 11, 2013) - The early entry list for the 25th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Helicopter Glass City 200 presented by Francis Engineering, Woodville Auto Finance, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express is very strong. The 200 lap outlaw-bodied Late Model invitational is set for Saturday, September 28 at Toledo Speedway.
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JOHN ANDERSON WHEELS STAN YEE #33 TO VICTORY IN 1974 GLASS CITY 200
In 1968, Toledo Speedway promoter and ARCA founder John Marcum came up with the idea of running a 200 lap Late Model invitational—the Glass City 200. Despite a 20-year hiatus of the race from 1978-1998 (when the Toledo track was sold), the race was revived in 1999 when Marcum’s grandson, Ron Drager, purchased the track with business partner Roy Mott.
And the race still carries the prestige and notoriety that it once did back in the 1960’s and 1970’s.
The year is 1974….an amazing record 76 cars travel to Toledo Speedway for the Glass City 200! All the top Late Model drivers in the Midwest are here, including a surprise visit by Wisconsin legend Dick Trickle. Another strong combination of driver and car owner rose up for this race, as John Anderson piloted the famous #33 of Stan Yee to victory…..
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RUTTMAN-FAIR COMBINATION NEARLY UNBEATABLE AND TAKES 1973 GLASS CITY 200
In 1968, Toledo Speedway promoter and ARCA founder John Marcum came up with the idea of running a 200 lap Late Model invitational—the Glass City 200. Despite a 20-year hiatus of the race from 1978-1998 (when the Toledo track was sold), the race was revived in 1999 when Marcum’s grandson, Ron Drager, purchased the track with business partner Roy Mott.
And the race still carries the prestige and notoriety that it once did back in the 1960’s and 1970’s.
The 1973 edition of the 200 saw a formidable duo team up for this race. With Joy Fair on the sidelines due to a serious crash at Toledo in July, Joe Ruttman was tabbed by car owner William Gillelan and Fair to drive the now-famous #1 Ford Maverick.
Ruttman wheeled the Maverick for the final 2 months of the season, and get this—the combo won 13 of 14 races, taking wins throughout the Midwest not only at weekly shows, but also several big races, including Toledo’s Glass City 200….
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DANNY BYRD MAKES HISTORY IN 1972 GLASS CITY 200
In 1968, Toledo Speedway promoter and ARCA founder John Marcum came up with the idea of running a 200 lap Late Model invitational—the Glass City 200. Despite a 20-year hiatus of the race from 1978-1998 (when the Toledo track was sold), the race was revived in 1999 when Marcum’s grandson, Ron Drager, purchased the track with business partner Roy Mott.
And the race still carries the prestige and notoriety that it once did back in the 1960’s and 1970’s.
In 1972, things finally came together for Danny Byrd at the Glass City 200…..
...FLAT ROCK and TOLEDO SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TOLEDO SPEEDWAY
Tuesday, Sept. 10: Placer’s Car Club Classic Car Cruisin’
1st, 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays of each month!
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. FREE admission!
**FINAL RACE IS SAT. SEPT. 28 AT TOLEDO!
GREAT LAKES HELICOPTER GLASS CITY 200
LATE MODELS—200 LAPS! Tickets now on sale!!!
Plus Sportsman and X Car Invitationals—5 p.m. is race time!
FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY—SATURDAY, SEPT. 14
**6 p.m. start for remainder of 2013 schedule!!!!!!
GRILLERS SELECT BBQ SAUCE SCHOOL BUS FIGURE 8!
Plus Boat Figure 8, Street Stocks, Figure 8’s!
Pits
ARCA members $20
All Non-members: $30
Minimum age for pits is 12, with minor’s release signed by parent(s) at registration (must be with minor).
Grandstands
*TICKETS NOW ON SALE (Reserved only) Call 734-782-2480 or stop at track! 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
ALL General admission tickets and kids tickets go on sale at 3:30 p.m. Saturday (and any remaining reserved seats)
ALL RESERVED SEATS: $16 (regardless of age)
General Admission: Adults: $15
Children 6-12 are $3, under 6-free
Pit gate: 3:30 p.m.
Front gates: 3:30 p.m.
Practice: 4:30 p.m.
Racing: 6 p.m.
Both Tracks: FREE parking on track grounds; all concession items are priced from .50 to $3.50. Beer is available ($4-4.50); Happy hour-$3-16 ounce drafts, 5:30 to 6:30 at Flat Rock.
Flat Rock Speedway is located on Telegraph Road, just 5 minutes from I-75 or I-275. The track phone number is 734-782-2480. Log onto www.flatrockspeedway.com for further information, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @flatrockspeed.
Toledo Speedway is located on Benore Road at the I-75/Alexis Road exit (behind Meijer store). The track phone number is 419-727-1100. Log onto www.toledospeedway.com for further information, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @toledospeedway.
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McCOLL CAPTURES FLAT ROCK ENDURO; KATAFIASZ 4 CYL. CHAMP
(Flat
Rock, Michigan - September 7, 2013) - A
great battle for the win in Saturday night’s Flat Rock Speedway 250 lap Enduro
race went to the wire, with Rick McColl edging Rayce Metdpenningen for the
victory and the $1000 first place prize.
David Katafiasz took the ARCA 4 Cylinder championship, with the feature
win going to Arnold Kirsch. Eric Hoffman
notched the MCR Dwarf Car win and the duo of Howard Kelley Jr./Tom O’Leary III
grabbed the Figure 8 train race. A
steady rain backed up the start of the race card by nearly 1 hour.
For the first time in the history of the Enduro Series,
the drivers took practice laps and qualified.
Rick McColl set fast time and rolled an 8 for the inversion. Early leader Jeff Metdepenningen gave way to
McColl in the early stages, while Rayce Metdepenningen, Jeff’s son, took up the
battle for the lead with McColl. The duo
would swap the lead back and forth several times after the half-way point,
setting up the finish. Rick was able to
stay out front to take the win, with Rayce second, Bobby Hugo third, Jeff
Metdepenningen fourth and Troy Brehmer fifth, followed by Dave Bennett, Derrick
Sheppard, Danny Bennett, Jeff Braun and Arnold Kirsch.
30 cars started the contest. A lap 56 red flag stopped action when Glenn
Cunningham apparently had the throttle stick in his car, sending him head-on
into the turn 1 wall.
Toledo resident David Katafiasz had a tough night, but
had enough of a cushion to still win his first-ever ARCA 4 Cylinder title,
which combined the points for the class between both Flat Rock and Toledo
Speedways. In the 20 lap championship
race, Arnold Kirsch nosed by David Price with 5 laps to go to take the win. Price was second, Brad Turner third, Joe
Appel fourth and Eric Fitzpatrick fifth, followed by Katafiasz and Mike
Berschback. Katafiasz had a right front
wheel lock up on his machine early in the event.