Lucas Oil Stars Ready For Labor Day Doubleheader
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BATAVIA, OH (August 28, 2017) – The stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series are gearing up for a spectacular Labor Day weekend doubleheader. The nation’s top dirt late model drivers will battle for over $125,000 in total prize money.
On Saturday, September 2nd, the LOLMDS will return to Portsmouth Raceway Park in Portsmouth, OH. The Bob Miller Memorial – Presented by Pepsi will include a complete program of: Miller Welders Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and a 60-lap, $12,000-to-win main event. The Modifieds and Sport Modifieds will serve as support divisions on September 2nd. Jonathan Davenport claimed the victory in 2016 – a thrilling event, which saw four different leaders during the 60-lapper. Dennis Erb Jr. finished second, followed by Tim McCreadie, Earl Pearson Jr. and Rod Conley.
Additional information can be obtained by visiting: www.portsraceway.com or calling (740) 354-3278.
The 49th Annual “Hillbilly Hundred” will cap off the weekend on Sunday, September 3rd. The event will include: Miller Welders Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and the 100-lap, $25,000-to-win main event. In 2016, Scott Bloomquist led all 100 laps to claim his third-career Hillbilly Hundred victory. Jonathan Davenport finished second, followed by Brandon Sheppard, Mike Benedum, and Tim Dohm.
Tyler County Speedway in Middlebourne, WV is a 1/4-mile dirt oval nestled in the hills of scenic West Virginia, along the historic Middle Island Creek. On site camping makes the Tyler County Speedway/Fairgrounds a race fan’s vacation destination, year after year, including primitive or full hook-up spots. Ideal for a weekend getaway or a day of family fun, the fairground has shower facilities, shelters for picnicking, playground areas, and nearby fishing available.
For camping info call, (304) 771-6874 or the TC Fair Association at (304) 771-0499. To find additional information, visit: www.tylercountyspeedwayonline.com.
Lucas Oil Championship Standings:
POS CAR # DRIVER NAME HOMETOWN POINTS TRAIL BY
1 1R Josh Richards Shinnston, WV 6845
2 0 Scott Bloomquist Mooresburg, TN 6720 -125
3 39 Tim McCreadie Watertown, NY 6700 -145
4 5 Don O’Neal Martinsville, IN 6115 -730
5 20 Jimmy Owens Newport, TN 6110 -735
6 1 Earl Pearson Jr. Jacksonville, FL 6025 -820
7 14 Darrell Lanigan Union, KY 5980 -865
8 28e Dennis Erb Jr. Carpentersville, IL 5770 -1075
9 22 Gregg Satterlee ® Rochester Mills, PA 5550 -1295
10 71 Hudson O’Neal ® Martinsville, IN 5520 -1325
11 15 Steve Francis Bowling Green, KY 5375 -1470
12 99 Boom Briggs ® Bear Lake, PA 4860 -1985
Portsmouth Raceway Park
Phone Number: 740-354-3278
Tracks Promoter: Donna Rayburn
Location: 25648 State Route 73, West Portsmouth, OH 45663
Website: www.portsraceway.com
Portsmouth Raceway Park – September 2nd Tire Rule:
Left Rear/Fronts – Hoosier Rib 28.5 – 1300, 1425
Right Rear – Hoosier 01, 04 (no cutting, no siping, no needling)
Portsmouth Raceway Park – September 2nd Event Purse: 1. $12,000, 2. $5,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,750, 5. $2,250, 6. $1,800, 7. $1,500, 8. $1,300, 9. $1,200, 10. $1,100, 11. $1,075, 12. $1,050, 13. $1,025, 14. $1,000, 15. $1,000, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000
Tyler County Speedway
Phone Number: 304-758-2660
Tracks Promoter: John Watson
Location: 1 Boreman School Road, Middlebourne, WV 26149
Website: www.tylercountyspeedwayonline.com
Tyler County Speedway – September 3rd Tire Rule:
Left Rear/Fronts – Hoosier Rib 28.5 – 1300, 1425
Right Rear – Hoosier 01, 04 (no cutting, no siping, no needling)
Tyler County Speedway – September 3rd Event Purse: 1. $25,000, 2. $11,500, 3. $7,500, 4. $5,000 5. $3,500, 6. $ 2750, 7. $2,250, 8. $1,750, 9. $1,500, 10. $1,400, 11. $1,300, 12. $1,250 13. $1,225, 14. $1,200, 15. $1,175, 16. $1,150, 17. $1,125, 18. $1,100, 19. $1,075, 20. $1,050 21. $1,025, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000, 25. $1,000, 26. $1,000
Previous Hillbilly Hundred Winners:
1967 – Don Gregory
1968 – Ray Neece
1969 – No Race Held
1970 – Clate Husted
1971 – Danny Dean
1972 – Dorus Wisecarver
1973 – Bob Wearing Sr.
1974 – Bob Wearing Sr.
1975 – Bob Wearing Sr.
1976 – Bob Wearing Sr.
1977 – No Race Held
1978 – Gene McNeely
1979 – Danny Dean
1980 – Rodney Combs
1981 – Freddy Smith
1982 – Charlie Swartz
1983 – Freddy Smith
1984 – Larry Moore
1985 – Jack Boggs
1986 – Jack Boggs
1987 – Jack Boggs
1988 – Donnie Moran
1989 – Donnie Moran
1990 – Buck Simmons
1991 – Rodney Combs
1992 – Rodney Combs
1993 – Davey Johnson
1994 – Bill Frye
1995 – Bart Hartman
1996 – Todd Andrews
1997 – Rod Conley
1998 – Steve Shaver
1999 – Davey Johnson
2000 – Davey Johnson
2001 – Donnie Moran
2002 – Billy Moyer
2003 – Chub Frank
2004 – Mike Marlar
2005 – Clint Smith
2006 – Earl Pearson Jr.
2007 – Eddie Carrier Jr.
2008 – Jimmy Owens
2009 – Ray Cook
2010 – Scott Bloomquist
2011 – No Race Held
2012 – Mike Marlar
2013 – Jimmy Owens
2014 – Don O’Neal
2015 – Scott Bloomquist
2016 – Scott Bloomquist
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