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Updated February 8th, 2010

Koala Bear Nationals $10,000 to Win Karting Event!!!

Central Pa Speedway Goes Topless!!! Friday August 13th

CENTRAL PA SPEEDWAY KICKS OFF 2010 WITH POLAR BEAR 100

Dixon Contracting & Supply Father’s Day Special Announced

GO KART EVENTS Being Planned PDKS & Koala Bear Nationals

CPS 2010 Yankee Doodle 50 - $10,000 to Win Event - July 2nd & 3rd

The Outlaws are Coming! World of Outlaws - Tuesday July 27th, 2010

Central Pa Speedway 2010 Hillside Reserved Spots

CPS Announces 2010 Memorial Day "GRIZZLY 50" 2-DAY SHOW

with ALL-STAR Late Models, Legends, & Street Stocks

Koala Bear Nationals $10,000 to Win Karting Event!!!

Track officials announced today one of the biggest and highest paying karting events in the Country.  The 375lb Animal Class will headline the October 9^th and 10^th, Koala Bear Nationals, gunning for $10,000 to win.  The Koala Bear Nationals will have almost $40,000 up for grabs during the weekend.  Each day will see four separate money races, while the Animals will use both days to tame the “Big Bear”.

“We wanted to amp up the weekend… I think this should do it, said Dan Bainey.  $10,000 to win and over $40,000 payout over two days is pretty big.  Not many places in the country can pull off this type of an event, but talking with anybody who has been to or raced at the Central Pa. Speedway, they all have one thing in common… they love it; they talk about the speeds, the draft and how smooth the wide surface is.  The best part of all is that it doesn’t matter who has the most money in their equipment.  With the draft being so important, you have to drive and you have to know when to make your moves.  The 80’s taught us “it ain’t over till its over” and that’s exactly true when the karts are on the track.  It doesn’t matter if you are 20^th with two to go, you really have a shot at winning.  For 10 grand on the line, the last lap is going to be full blown crazy.

The Animals were chosen based on the responses we received from the racers.  As far as the other classes, I have a pretty good idea what we are running, but again I want to put it in the racers hands.  You tell me what you-the racer- want and that’s what we’ll do.  We want to make sure that we give as many teams as possible a chance to race and win some money.”

The GO KART EVENTS NOW have a separate page added to the big track website (SEE LEFT SIDE MENU –GO-KART Page) for rules, entries, and other information (including the Koala Bear Nationals).

Central Pa Speedway Goes Topless!!!

Friday August 13th Event Announced

Hold on to your shirts race fans because the Big Bear is going topless and we’re do it Friday the 13^th. 

For the first time in track history the Late Models will be racing topless.  The August event will once again be a qualifying event for the Steel Block Nationals.  The race will be an open Late Model event with the top two Steel Block Late Models being locked into the Nationals and new this season the 3^rd and 4^th finishing Steel Blocks will be given the Pole Positions for their heat races during the Nationals Event.  Also at The Big Track the Street Stocks will be in action for Round #4 of the Street Stock Shootout and the Pure Stocks will have their first event at the Speedway under the Tim Bainey ownership. The Pure Stock event will be a 15 lap race paying $400 to win and $40 to take the green.

“Its something different, said Dan Bainey, most fans and teams around here have never been to or competed in a Topless event.  For those who don’t know what the Topless is all about; it means the Late Models will remove their roofs for the night, changing the handling characteristics of the car and it lets the fans see how hard they work to drive these machines around the Big Bear.  I know last season’s event in Charlotte may have left a sour taste in some peoples mouth and I really don’t know how it happened at a facility of that caliber, at the World Finals.  What I do know is that our staff will go above and beyond measures to make sure our surface is ready.  It is going to be a great show with the Late Models, the Shootout and the Pure Stocks.  Lets not forget its Friday the 13^th, so anything is possible…”

CPS KICKS OFF 2010 WITH POLAR BEAR 100

CLEARFIELD, PA - With temperatures flirting with a balmy 12 degrees race fans filled the hillside at Central PA Speedway on Saturday for the inaugural running of the Polar Bear 100 Enduro Race.

Aaron Hill of Brookville had his entry in first for the 100 lap contest and that gave him the pole position. He took the lead at the start and never relinquished it, as he weaved his way through stalled cars, skated across an icy track surface and held off the competition for his career first CPS win.

While Hill leading the way the second spot was held by Gary Little initially but he broke a wheel off the car, and ended his day.

This gave second over to Brent Johnson, whole stayed on the lead lap but could not find a way to get up to or past the leader.
 

The fight for third and fourth was between Tim Gillette and Curtis J. Bish, as they swapped the third spot numerous times throughout he afternoon. As they did that, most eyes were on Denny Weisgarber, who started 17^th in the field and was challenging anyone he could catch. Weisgarber was probably the fastest car on the track, but he dropped out after completing only 43 laps.

The finish saw Hill winning by half a lap over Johnson, while Gillette won the fight for third with Bish fourth and Leigh Wheeler in fifth.

cTodd English went off the track in the first turn and in a cloud of snow the car appeared roll over and landed on its wheel. While English was not hurt, he was stuck and could not continue.

The Speedway has an exciting schedule on tap, check out the website at www.thebigtrack.com for complete details.

Below is the finish, with name, hometown and number of laps competed.

Finish: 1. Aaron Hill, Brookville (100); 2. Brent Johnson, Brookville, (100); 3. Tim Gillette, Linesville, (99); 4. Curtis J. Bish, Oil City, (99); 5. Leigh Wheeler, Polk, (97); 6. Curtis Bish Sr., Oil City, (83); 7.Walter Naletko, Siegel, (78); 8. Lloyd Riehl, Morrisdale (54); 9. Mike Hummel, Clearfield, (53); 10. Denny Weisgarber, Curwensville, (43); 11. Gary Little, Clearfield, (26); 12. Shawn Lindemuth, Brookville, (22); 13. Curtis E. Bish, Oil City, (19); 14. Cody Hummel, Morrisdale, (12); 15. Brent Sholtis, (9); 16. Todd English, Olanta, (3); 17. Shawn Bowser, Huntingdon, (3); 18. Bill Hassenplug, Gallitzin, (2).

Photos from Polar Bear 150 Enduro Event

Dixon Contracting & Supply

Father’s Day Special Announced

Sunday June 20^th Central Pa Speedway will hold the Dixon Contracting & Supply Fathers Day Special.  The event will be highlighted by two divisions of Late Model racing and the Street Stock Shootout. 

The Super Late Model Event will be a Yankee Doodle Qualifier with two Track Provisionals being Awarded for a guaranteed start in the $10,000-to-Win Yankee Doodle. The provisionals will be selected on the night of the Yankee Doodle, awarded to the 2 highest finishing drivers from this event, who fail to qualify for the Yankee Doodle.

The second Late Model Event will see the FASTRAK Northeast Late Model Series making their first ever trip to the Big Bear for a 25 lap main event.  Also on tap will be the Street Stock Division, as they will ding the bell for round number two of the Shootout. 

“Father’s Day has always been a good turnout at the Speedway,” says Dan Bainey.  “We put together a great show that will allow families to continue the tradition of coming out to celebrate Fathers Day together at the Big Bear.”

“I want to first thank Tom and Brenda Dixon, and everybody at Dixon Contracting & Supply for becoming more involved with Central Pa Speedway this season.  They have been loyal fans on turn 4 for awhile now and it is awesome to be able to represent them and the whole DC&S company.”

“I’m glad we were able to sign the FASTRAK Late Models and include them in this event.  The crates are growing in the area and with the talent of drivers they have it should be an exciting race.  Add to that the Super Late Models chance of being locked in to the 35^th Annual Yankee Doodle and the Street Stock Shootout race we should have a nonstop bearfight.”

Dixon Contracting & Supply specializes in both individual and commercial products such as;  Inlets Grates, Geotextile, Ferncos, Ductile Iron Pipe & Fittings, Conduit Pipe, Concrete Pipe, ADS Drainage Pipe, Lane Metal Pipe, Manholes & Castings, Ultra Rib Pipe, Trench Drains, Siphons, Silt Fence. They are located in West Decatur, Pa and can be contacted @ 814-342-5203

"Polar Bear 100" Event Schedule & Times

Saturday January 30th 2010

Pit Gates 9am - Pit Admission $20

Hillside & Grandstands Open 11am - Admission $5

Hillside Parking Spot $10 Per Spot

FAMILY PASS $25

Includes Hillside Parking Spot and Admission for 2 Adults & Kids

Racing Starts at 12:30pm

GO KART EVENTS Being Planned

PDKS & Koala Bear Nationals

2010 will again see two weekends of Go Kart racing on the Big Bear.  The Pennsylvania Dirt Karting Series (PDKS) will make there annual appearance August 14^th-15^th.  Then October 9^th and 10^th will be the Koala Bear Nationals money events.

This season marks the third year for the Go-Karts on the Big Bear.  Director of Operations Dan Bainey added “I said it last year and I will say it again, watching these karts average 80+ mph around the Big Track bumping and drafting is crazy to watch.  I guarantee if stock car fans come watch the Mains, they’ll become Karting fans at the Big Track.  Every lap is exciting, last year my cousin was leading with two laps to go and by the time they came around for one to go he was running around 12^th, but by the time the checkered flew he had drafted his way back for a three wide finish at the line. The time and preparation these teams put into there karts is amazing.  Every run in practice they’re trying something different, I guess anything to find that next tenth of a second.”

The PDKS will have a Practice Day Saturday the 14^th and the Super Heavy Series will headline the day’s event with there East Meets West Super Showdown that pays $500 to win.  Sunday will be a full day of events for the PDKS and their 20 classes.  Last season’s event drew over 300 entries and with the word spreading about the detail put into track prep we expect even more this season.

Details for the Koala Bear Nationals are not finished at the moment, but are expected to be in place over the next few weeks.  “We have a couple different ideas for the Koala Bear Nationals.  Right now we’re sorting through them, making sure we have the best program together for a great weekend, says track owner Tim Bainey.”

Central Pa Speedway Announces 2010

$10,000 to Win

Yankee Doodle 50

2-Day Show

The 35^th annual Yankee Doodle will once again boast a $10,000 to win purse.  This season the All Star Late Models will be at the Big Bear for a two day event held July 2^nd and July 3^rd.

“This was the original two day show on the Schedule, says Dan Bainey.  We talked with the All Stars about making this event bigger and better, their suggestion was to make the event a two day special.  We want to continue building the Yankee Doodle into one of the Nations top events and after talking with our guys, I do think Friday and Saturday is the way to go.  We’re going to use the Grizzly weekend to help us with key factors for the Yankee Doodle.  Getting a better understanding for the track prep over a two day show is very important, we’re also going to learn things about concessions, ticketing, even the por-a-johns; we want to get everything right for the YD."

"I would like the YD 50 to be a $20K or $30K to win race and can really see that happening.  I’ve talked to some companies and we are trying to put together a package that will make this happen as early as this year.  Without any outside sponsors my father has already added $5000 into the total Yankee Doodle payout.  With the added purse and the Outlaw’s later in the month I’m anxious to see some of the talent that comes for chance at the Big Bear Trophy.

"Both days will see full racing action.  Friday will have two classes running full events along with the Yankee Doodle Qualifying and the first ever “BATTLE AT THE BEAR” Late Model king of the hill style event.  Saturday will be the big one, the 35^th running of the Yankee Doodle along with the always exciting Street Stock Shootout.

Last season the Yankee Doodle was definitely race to remember.  A new late model track record was set by Colby Frye with a qualifying time of 15.447 and that set the bar high for the night. The heat races were won by some of the biggest stars in racing-Tim McCreadie, Shane Clanton, Kenny Schrader and Gregg Satterlee.  For the main event, a caution on lap 49 set up a two lap shootout for the finish.  With the field now regrouped it was a dash for the cash with Myers holding off Blair, Satterlee and a fast closing Boom Briggs. Devin Friese rounded out the top five, as Meyers headed to victory lane to pick up the $10,000 top prize.

The Outlaws are Coming!! The Outlaws are Coming!!

No, this is not a county western movie; we’re talkin’ the World of Outlaw Late Models.  On Tuesday, July 27th the Outlaws kick off the PA/OH SPEEDWEEK right here at Central Pa. Speedway.

“I can’t tell you how excited I am for the World of Outlaws to be here, says Dan Bainey.  We’ve tried over the past two years to put something together with the Outlaws and they really wanted to be here, but we just couldn’t get the scheduling down.  This year when they ask if we wanted to be the opening event of Speedweek, there wasn’t much to say other than YES! 

It is a Tuesday night show, so that will be different, but come on it’s the World of Outlaws Speedweek.  We want to continue building the Speedway for the fans, drivers and the whole community.  I’d say having the Outlaws and the All Stars on the schedule is definitely moving in the right direction.”

The event will be the World of Outlaw Sanctioning body’s first trip to Big Bear.  Last years event winners include; Josh Richards, Steve Francis, Darrell Lanigan, Scott Bloomquist, Tim Fuller, Rick Eckert, Earl Pearson Jr., Shane Clanton, Chub Frank, Tim McCreadie, Shannon Babb, Jimmy Mars, Jimmy Owens, Chris Madden, Steve Shaver, Jason Feger.

To see more visit http://www.worldofoutlaws.com/LateModel/

REMINDER
Starting Positions and Number Preferences will be given in the order your entry form is received - ENTRY FORMS ARE HERE

Central Pa Speedway 2010 Hillside Reserved Spots

Once again the Central Pa Speedway Management will be reserving parking spots along the hillside.  Spots will be given on a first come first serve basis, with the exception of last season’s spot holders. We will be holding the 2009 reserved spot numbers until the Polar Bear 100 on January 30^th.  This way our spot holders have enough time to renew their spots, and then we will be reassigning the numbers.  The cost to reserve a spot will remain the same from last season at $200 for the year.

"Last year we had an extra meet and greet with Ken Schrader and our reserved spot holders, said Dan Bainey.  It was kind of an added bonus for them and we did some early parking for some of the events also.  I’m not sure what we have extra this year until it gets closer to the dates, but I’m sure there will be something.  Right now we’re finishing our 2010 schedule and I am excited about every event we have on it.  It’s turning out to be about 13 days of events.  Hopefully, given the Holidays, we can get papers signed and the full schedule up within the next week or two.  Until then we wish everyone a MERRY CHRISTMAS!”

To reserve your spot email info@thebigtrack.com.  Please have your #1 spot request listed as well as your 2^nd and 3^rd choices.  We will send a conformation back ensuring you of your spot as well as further details.

Central Pa Speedway Announces 2010 Memorial Day

“Grizzly 50”

2-DAY SHOW

The 2010 Season kicks off Memorial Day weekend with the All Star Late Models and “The Grizzly” May 29 & 30th.  This year the Grizzly will be ran as a two day event.  “I personally am a fan of two day events, says Director of Operations Dan Bainey.  It gives the fans two times the action and at a discounted price.  For the teams, they only have to make the trip once and they get to race for some money both days.  The whole atmosphere at the Big Bear has been great and this year we’re concentrating on giving the fans as much for their money as we possibly can.

The Grizzly launches Saturday night with Late Model qualifying and a Dash for Cash money race.  Also on the bill Saturday will be for the first time ever, a full show for the Central Pa Legend Series and an Autograph session with the All Star Late Models.   The Grizzly weekend continues Sunday with the All Star heats, b-mains and the big show, the Grizzly 50 lap main event.  Returning for its third season the Street Stock Shootout will fire off its first round as well on Sunday.

Track Owner Tim Bainey added, “We wanted to make sure that our local teams who can’t make it Saturday because of points at other tracks can show up Sunday and have a full day of racing to make the Grizzly.  So, it was important to keep the heats and mains on the second day.  Dan is trying to put together something extra other than the racing for an after party like a band or another type of entertainment.  The whole weekend should be a good time and camping is free, so bring a tent and let’s have some fun.

Central Pa Speedway Announces First Event of 2010

We are pleased to announce the first ever “Polar Bear 100” Enduro event.  The race will be held rain, shine or snow on Saturday January 30. 

“We took a lot into consideration scheduling a date for the Polar Bear.  It’s the weekend off for the NFL playoffs, so all of our Steeler and Eagle fans won’t have to worry about hurrying home for the game.  Also with Mercer having their Enduro Event at the beginning of the month, this will give there teams enough time to put things back together and make it down for a chance to win at the Big Bear.  I am really excited about the 2010 season we are planning and I can’t wait for the next few weeks to get paperwork signed and officially announce races," was Director of Operations Dan Bainey’s outlook.

Please check the Points, Rules and Payouts section for the Entry form and other information.

2nd Annual Koala Bear National GO-KART EVENT

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER

From Owner Tim Bainey;

"We really wanted to get this in, but with the weather looking pretty rough this weekend we felt it was in the best interest of everyone planning to attend to cancel before they made the trip.

We had teams coming from all over the East Coast, and we just didn't want to see them spend the money to travel, book hotels, etc - when its going to rain all weekend.

We want to thank everyone for bearing with us through the passing of our mother a few weeks ago. That made it tough on a lot of us.

Unfortunately with it being so late in the season, we are unable to reschedule the event, but we are really looking forward to some big events next year, which will be announced sometime in the near future. "

2009 Street Stock Shootout FINAL POINTS

STEEL BLOCK NATIONAL RESULTS

Steel Block National PHOTOS HERE

SUNDAY September 6th - $4,009 to Win - $3,009 to Win Street Stocks

Pit Gate 3:00pm   -   Hill & Stands 4:00pm

Practice 5:30 - Racing Starts 6:00pm

General Admission $15 - Ages 6-15; $10 - Ages 5 & under Free

Pit Admission: $30

Fwd 4 Cylinders Added to the Steel Block Nationals

The Sheets McGarvey Steel Block Nationals will be rounding out the 2009 season, Sunday September 6^th.  In addition to the scheduled $4009 to win Steel Block Late Models and the $3009 to win Street Stock Shootout finale the Front Wheel Drive 4 Cylinders will make a return trip to the Big Bear.  “We had such a great response for the 4 cylinders from the Schrader event; we decided to add them on the September card.  They put on one heck of an exciting race and had the fans on their feet.  Those guys don’t quit driving, I mean they’ll be all but backwards and somehow pull out of it”, added Dan Bainey.

The Street Stock Shootout finale has two drivers looking for lucky win #3 of the season and the top two in points Rusty Martz and Gary Little are separated by only 5 points.  With the $3009 to win and $300 to start, it should be a great battle throughout the field.

The headlining Sheets McGarvey Steel Block Nationals pay $400 to start and $4009 to win.  Over the past two seasons the Nationals have averaged 50+ Late Models.  “This is the Big One for our local teams, said Tim Bainey.  They get to put on the show and fight for the Big Bear and the Big Check.”  He went on to say “I want to personally thank everyone for the great year by dropping the admission from last years Nationals to $15 this year.  So, load up the family, stop in at Snappy’s on the way and enjoy a great night of racing in memory of our friend Shawn “Sheets” McGarvey.

STATLER BECOMES FIRST FEMALE TO EVER WIN AT CPS

CLEARFIELD, PA - Tim Bainey's Central PA Speedway presented a "regular show" Sunday night with a severe storm that spawned a tornado just eight miles away, but the weather at the track was hot and clear. That didn't stop Erin Statler of Carlisle from making history by becoming the first female driver to ever win a race at the Mountain Top oval by taking the PASS 305 sprint main.

Matt Gaston of Punxsutawney won the steel block late model portion of the show while Rusty Martz of Brookville copped the street stock portion and it was Cody Robbins of Bellefonte winning the four cylinder feature event.

The PASS 305 Sprints took to the oval first with Erin Statler and Rodney Peters on the front row with Statler taking the lead and setting sail. As she was leading and leading more each lap, Peter was in second with Joe Zap in third. Statler was setting a torrid pace and was now entering lapped traffic as Mike Wagner II and Roger Irvine were now second and third and fighting each other for second as Statler began to work the lapped traffic with perfection as she went on to take the win and become the only female driver to win at the speeding in its entire 39-year history.

Wagner, Irvina, Joey Hershey and Peters completed the top five. "Cowboy" Jim Kennedy and Tyler Bear won the heat races.

Rodney Phillips and John "Buddy" Brady let the late models to the start with Phillips darting into the lead and building up a sizable one at that. He was followed by Brady for the first lap, before Bob McMillen moved into second on lap two. He was there until lap eight when Chuck Kennedy took second and Tim Smith moved into third.

Smith then pulled along side of Phillips on lap 14 and the duo ran side-by-side for two laps before Smith emerged off the fourth turn as the leader on lap 16.  Phillps began to fall off the pace on lap 17 as Matt Gaston came from 12^th to second on the 19^th lap. As the race continued Gaston began to close in on the leader and he was on Smith's tailed with just laps to go then on the final lap Gaston went to the outside of Smith in turn two and took the win by only feet over Smith. DuaneBrooks, Kennedy and Phillips completed the top five. Heat wins went to Tim Smith Jr. and Matt Gaston.

Alan Dellinger and Joe Kott brought the street stocks to the green with two-time winner Dellinger taking the lead and Kott sitting second. A rash of cautions on the third lap saw Dellinger pit with mechanical problems, giving the lead to Kott who lost the top spot on lap five to Rusty Martz.

On lap 11 Kott dropped to third as Gary Little took second and set his sights on the leader. The front two pulled award from Kott and ran side-by-side numerous times throughout the event, but Little just could not find that extra spurt of power he needed to get the lead as Martz won his second straight main event. Little was second with Bill Henney, Kott and Bob Connor completing the top five. Heat wins went to Joe Kott, Dom Surra and Bob Connor while Rick Hemphill won the B main.

The four cylinders made their first ever appearance at CPS under the Tim Bainey ownership with AJ Hoffner and Sterling Kepner leading the field to the start but it was fourth place starter Cody Robbins who led the opening lap, with Kepner in second and Hoffner third. As Robbins set the pace, Hoffner decided he wanted to lead, so he moved to the front on lap four for two laps, before Doug Surra took the lead on lap six, by by the seventh laps, Robbins had managed to work back to the lead after falling as far back as fourth. Once out font Robbins had first Jason Joiner in second pressuring him then it was Chris Hickok in the runner up spot. Hickok gave Robbins as much pressure as he could handle but Robbins held on for the win. Hickok was second with Joiner coming from 22^nd to third, Lee Lehnerd was fourth and Matt Krape was fifth. Cody Robbins and Chris Hickok won the heats.

BEAR TRAX: 102 cars filled the pits including 20 steel block late models, 20 PASS 305 sprints, 32 street stocks and 30 four cylinders...Both Matt Gaston and Tim Smith Jr. have secured spots in the season ending Steel Block Nationals, paying $4009 to win. The event, being held on Sept. 6 is also the Shawn "Sheetz" McGarvey Memorial Race. McGarvey won the event last season, marking his final feature win. He was tragically killed in a work related incident in April...For details on the Season finally go to www.thebigtrack.com.

SUMMARY

PASS 305 Sprints: 1. Erin Statler, Carlisle; 2. Mike Wagner II, 3. Roger Irvine, 4. Joey Hershey, 5. Rod Peters, 6. Ryan Lynn, 7. Dave Wilson, 8. George Riden, 9. Joe Zap, 10. Mark Watkins, 11. Tyler Bear, 12. Nathan Gramley, 13. Brian Walker, 14. Rod Farrar, 15. Rodney Westhafer, 16. Jim Marquette, 17. Nicole Bittner, 18. Jim Kennedy, 19. Richard Leonard, Jr., 20. Reed Thompson.

Steel Block Late Models: 1. Matt Gaston, Punxsutawney, 2. Tim Smith Jr., 3. Duane Brooks, 4. Chuck Kennedy, 5. Rodney Phillips, 6. Bobby McMillen, 7. Ed Connor, 8. Derek Rodkey, 9. Mark Booth, 10. Ted Gallaher, 11. Chad Maney, 12. John Brady, 13. Jim Parson Jr., 14. Jason Witherite, 15. John Oaks, 16. Tom Shaffer, 17. Chris Farrell, 18. Ryan Christoff, 19. Denny Fenton, 20. Kenny Schrader.

Street Stocks:  1. Rusty Martz, Brookville, 2. Gary Little, 3. Bill Henney, 4. Joe Kott, 5. Bob Connor, 6. Eric Baun, 7. Tim Bish, 8. Brian Whitling, 9. Jamie Barber, 10. Denny Crawford.

Four Cylinders: 1. Cody Robbins, Bellefonte, 2. Chris Hickok, 3. Jason Joiner, 4. Lee Lehnerd, 5. Matt Krape, 6. AJ Hoffner, 7. Joe Huffman, 8. Mike Lucas, 9. Bryan Warren, 10. Sterling Kepner.

A note from Dan Bainey...

“I am really excited for this weekend’s event.  The Late Model guys are wound up and ready to race with Ken Schrader and from the way it sounds we are going to have one heck of a FWD 4 Cylinder race.  A lot of the fans are eager to have the Pa 305 Sprinters back in action and maybe the most anticipated race of the night is the Street Stock Shootout.”

“Mr. Schrader is going to be doing a meet and greet with some sponsors and for all of our RESERVED HILLSIDE PARKING PASS HOLDERS we will be giving 2 passes for each spot for the meet and greet. Kenny will also be having a FREE Autograph Session in the Grandstand/Hillside area.   It’s just shaping up to be a great night.  As an added bonus Timmy will be there with the Aaron’s Lucky Dog Truck and the New Tour Bus.”

Sponsor and VIP Meet and Greet 4:25-4:40

Ken Schrader -  Tim Bainey Jr. Autograph’s 4:45-5:45

Autographs are FREE

To ensure enough time to get to the meet and greet we will be parking our Reserved Hillside Pass Holders at 3:45.  They are to line up at the hill gate, coming from the left side Camping Area.  This means when you come onto the Speedway grounds make a sharp left into the camping area and then proceed toward the hill gate.

Steel Block Tune-up With Ken Schrader

Sunday August 9^th Kenny Schrader will return to the Big Bear to battle some of the area’s best Steel Block Late Models.

“This is the opportunity of a lifetime for our local racers, to get to race door to door with one of racings All Time Greats.  This race is meant as a tune up for the Steel Block Nationals and it gives us an inside look at what running a weekly “type” show would be like,” said Tim Bainey.

As an extra bonus the top two finishers will be locked into the Steel Block Nationals $4009 to win $400 to start event.

Along with the Steel Blocks will be Round #4 of the Street Stock Shootout.  Director of Operations Dan Bainey told us, “We don’t have to tell people how exciting these guys are anymore, if they’ve seen any of the Shootout races, they already know it.  Last race they had three and four wide racing coming to the checkered flag, it was great.  The fans were on their feet, cheering and waving.  That’s what racing is about.”

Also on the August 9^th card, the Pa 305 “PASS” Sprinters will make their return to Central Pa Speedway. AND for the first time under the Tim Bainey ownership the Front Wheel Drive 4 cylinders will take the stage for $400 to win and the 4 Foot Winner’s Trophy. 

“It may seem like a lot of racing on a Sunday, because it is, added Kenny McLaughlin, but, we want to make sure that the fans are guaranteed their money’s worth. We are starting a little earlier this time and we’ve got the right people in the right places to make this a smooth night of racing.”

Payouts, Rules and Times will be added soon!

Go-Kart Weekend Up Next For The Big Bear

GO-KART TIMES/RULES PAGE CLICK HERE

GO-KARTS at CPS VIDEO CLICK HERE

Saturday August 1^st and Sunday August 2^nd the go-karts make there return to run on The Big Bear.  “I am very excited about this Go-Kart weekend, said Dan Bainey.  Last year we had a pretty good turnout of karts and man did they put on a show."

"Some of the classes were averaging over 80 mph and I’ll tell you setting two inches off of the ground, bump drafting and slingshot passing, well that’s just…FUN."

"We are hearing anywhere from 300 to 400 karts are coming for Sundays PDKS Event and some of them are coming and using Saturday’s event as a good test session.  I am hoping Saturday’s event gives our local racers a chance to fine tune their setups so they can compete with the best in the State on Sunday. ”

Saturday’s Trophy Day event will have 17 classes with pit gates opening at 9 and hot laps starting at 11:30.  The trophies will be given to 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd and they are 36, 28, and 20 inches tall.  The Super Heavy Series will headline the day’s event with there East Meets West Super Showdown that pays $500 to win. General Admission for Saturday is only $5 per person.

GO-KART TIMES/RULES PAGE CLICK HERE

AUGUST 9th EVENT CHANGED TO LATE MODEL SHOW

with Street Stocks and more... DETAILS COMING ASAP

KEN SCHRADER WILL BE COMPETING AUG 9th

Photos from YANKEE DOODLE 50 by Joe Nowak

MYERS A YANKEE DOODLE DANDY AT CENTRAL PA SPEEDWAY

CLEARFIELD, PA - D.J. Myers of Greencastle bested a field of 43 other O'Reilly All-Star Late Model drivers to earn his biggest feature win ever Friday night at Tim Bainey's Central PA Speedway, as he copped the 34^th Annual Yankee Doodle 50 presented by Snappy's Convenience Stores.

            Rusty Martz of Brookville picked up the street stock portion of the action as the speedway defeated Mother Nature.

            Following four qualifying heats and two "B" mains, the 24 cars Yankee Doodle 50 was set with Dan Stone and Robbie Blair being the luck of the draw drivers to pick the front row starting spots.

            Blair darted into the lead at the initial waving of Mike Frisco's green flag to start the holiday classic with Stone in second and defending champion Keith Barbara in third. A quick caution on the first lap halted the action. On  the restart it was still Blair in the lead with Stone second and another defending champion, Shane Clanton, now in third. Stone took the lead on lap four, but he was the next caution when he spun the car in turn three. He was done for the night.

            Blair was then the recipient of the lead once again and he had Clanton in second with D.J. Myers in third. Colby Frye, Gregg Satterlee and Barbara were jockeying for fourth as the front three waged their own battle.

            On the 13^th lap Myers moved past Clanton and into second and just six laps later he was looking under Blair on the backstretch, as the field worked into the third turn, Blair went high and Myers was low, and off the fourth turn, it was Myers in the lead. He went the rest of the way out front but Blair kept reeling him in but losing ground.

            A caution on lap 49 set up a two lap shoot out for the finish with the field now regrouped it was a dash for the cash with Myers holding off Blair, Satterlee and a fast closing Boom Briggs. Devin Friese rounded out the top five, as Meyers headed to victory lane to pick up the $10,000 top prize.

            Tim McCreadie, Shane Clanton, Kenny Schrader and Gregg Satterlee won the heats while Matt Gaston and Mike Blose split the twin 12 lap "B" Mains. Colby Frye set the fastest time at 15.447 seconds, setting a new late model track record.

            The street stocks were every bit as exciting as Rusty Martz beat Jamie Barber off the front row. Martz continued to lead the race for the first nine laps before Allen "Jim Dandy Jr." Dillenger took the lead entering the first and second turns, but exiting turn four, Dillenger made an abrupt left and pitted for the night, giving the lead back to Martz.

            As Martz set the pace, second was not decided until the finish. Gary Little, Barber, Dominic Surra, Tim Krape and Craig Bainey jockeyed for position. On lap 15, exiting the fourth turn, Little made his move and took the lead from Martz but Martz wasn't about to give up without a fight, as the top three were Little, Martz and Surra, Krape was in third, but he got a flat and tried to ride it out, but on lap 19 the tire exploded, sending debris as far into the air that it landed in the grandstands. No one was injured.

            As the second two-lap shoot out of the night was getting the green, Little was still in command, but Martz went to the outside of Little and Surra went to the inside as they exited the fourth turn for the final time, Martz surged out front by just a few inches and took the win over Little. Surra held on to third, Bainey was fourth and Barber came home fifth.

            Dan Smeal, Allen Dillenger, Craig Bainey and Dominic Surra copped heat wins while Bob Connor and Ben Asel won the "B" Mains.

BEAR TRAX: 84 teams packed the infield, including 44 O'Reilly Late Models and 40 street stocks...Six states were represented, including: Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, West Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia...Three of the drivers are licensed NASCAR drivers, including: Tim McCreadie, Benny Gordon and Kenny Schrader...Schrader is the NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver who was returning to Clearfield Speedway for the first time since the mid-1980's...The next event on the CPS Schedule is a two-day go-kart event on August 1 & 2...Check out the website at www.thebigtrack.com for details.

SUMMARY:

O'Reilly All Star Late Models, Yankee Doodle 50: 1. D.J. Myers, Greencastle; 2. Robbie Blair, Hydetown; 3. Gregg Satterlee, Rochester Mills; 4. Boom Briggs, Bear Lake; 5. Devin Friese, Chambersburg; 6. Scott Haus, Hamburg; 7. Matt Gaston, Rochester Mills; 8. Jeff Rine, Danville; 9. Rod Conley, Wheelersburg, OH; 10. Jared Miley, South Park; 11. Jeremy Miller, Gettysburg; 12. Jared Hawkins, Fairmont, WV; 13. Mike Blose, New Bethlehem; 14. Chris Farrell, Clearfield; 15. Shane Clanton, Locus Grove GA; 16. Ron Davies, Warren; 17. Tim McCreadie, Watertown, NY; 18. Kenny Schrader, Concord, NC; 19. Colby Frye, Dover; 20. Dave Hess Jr., Waterford; 21. Keith Barbara, South Park; 22.  Denton Boyer, Punxsutawney; 23. Dan Stone, Thompson; 24. Greg Fetters, Bedford.

Failed to qualify: Duane Brooks, Waylon Wagner, Josh Young, Mike Knight, Derek Rodkey, Gary Beward, Billy Dickson, Bryan Sipes, Chuck Kennedy, Chad Maney, Bob Dunn, Mike Mort, Jason Witherite, Benny Gordon, Jason Walker, Jason Dupont, John Flinner, Jim Yoder, Dylan Yoder and Matt Lux.

Street Stocks: 1. Rusty Martz, Brookville; 2. Gary Little, Clearfield; 3. Dominic Surra, Kersey; 4. Craig Bainey, Philipsburg; 5. Jamie Barber, Grampian; 6. Bob Connor, DuBois; 7. Eric Baun, Rochester Mills, 8. Gary Fisher, North East; 9. Brandon Connor, DuBois; 10. Rick Hemphill, Osceola Mills; 11. Tim Burns, Greenville; 12. Joe Kott, DuBois; 13. Matt Thomas, Erie; 14. Denny Crawford, Cooperstown; 15. Gary Luzier, Luthersburg; 16. Bob Rosman, Sykesville, 17. Jackson Humanick; 18. Tim Krape, Bellefonte; 19. Brian Duffy, Bedford; 20. Allen Dillenger, Hermitage; 21. Fuzzy Fields, Brockway; 22. Ben Asel, Kane; 23. Dan Smeal, Ramey; 24.

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The 34th Annual YANKEE DOODLE 50

with the O'Reilly AllStar Late Model Series

Bear Lake, PA’s Boom Briggs will lead the O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series contingent into July as the tour will make their second and final stop of 2009 to ‘The Big Track’, Tim Bainey’s Central Pennsylvania Speedway for the $10,000 to-win ‘Yankee Doodle 50’ on Friday, July 3.

“We’re expecting quite a turnout this year for the Yankee Doodle.  Last year there were several cars from out of state who I had personally talked with and they were planning on being there, but when the weather report said rain, rain, rain I guess the six hour haul was risky.  We’ve had some of the top guys in dirt racing at the speedway for this prestigious race before and with $10,000 to win, I’m sure there will be some more to add to that list,” was Director of Operations Dan Bainey’s outlook for the event.

Last years Yankee Doodle saw ASLMS Member Keith Barbara of South Park, PA take home the $7000 payday, holding off charging efforts from World of Outlaws Late Model Series star Chub Frank and Jared Miley, also of South Park, PA and 2009 ‘Grizzly’ winner back in May at CPS.

Drivers expected to be in attendance throughout the weekend include ASLMS regulars such as Rob Blair, Keith Barbara, current 2009 ASLMS point leader Boom Briggs , Rod Conley, Coleby Frye, Dave Hess Jr., Mike Knight, and Jared Miley.  Also anticipated to show for the $10,000 to Win Event include some of the region's finest like Mike Blose, Ron and Dutch Davies, Denton Boyer, Ricky Elliott, Alex Ferree, John Flinner, Gregg Satterlee, Dan Stone, and Benny Gordon to name a few. 

Rumors are circulating that outside stars like 2006 Yankee Doodle Winner Shane Clanton, Nascar Star Ken Schrader, 2008 YD 50 Runner-up Chub Frank, 2006 World of Outlaw Champion Tim McCreadie, along with a growing list of other National Stars will make a visit to the Big Bear... one things for sure, it will be a night to remember!

Central PA Speedway’s pit gates will open at 3:00 p.m. for the $10,000 to-win ‘Yankee Doodle 50’ while driver’s meeting will be held at approximately 5:15p.m. Hot laps are scheduled to begin around 6 p.m. and the SpeedWrapz Time Trials at 6:30 p.m.  Racing will follow the SpeedWrapz time trials.

"A special thanks to sponsor RockAuto.com for providing wristbands for the event. Order auto parts online from RockAuto.com 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and have them conveniently delivered to your door. RockAuto.com has everything from one lug nut to a new fender or remanufactured engine; all at everyday low prices. Visit http://www.rockauto.com/index.php?a=CentralPaSpeedway after the race and find all the parts your car or truck will ever need!"

PHOTOS FROM ALL STAR SPRINTS 09

CHAD LAYTON TOPS O'REILLY ALL-STARS, LYNN TAKES PASS SPRINT WIN, AND DELLINGER IS #1 IN THE STREET STOCK SHOWDOWN

For immediate release June 14, 2009

CLEARFIELD, PA - Chad Layton of Harrisburg, PA made the trip to Tim Bainey's Central PA Speedway Sunday night an took home the top prize while Ryan Lynn of Hollisdaysburg copped the National Qualifier for the PASS 305 Sprints. Allen Dillenger of Hermitage won the street Stock Showdown.

            The O'Reilly All-Star Sprints took to the speedway first with the luck of the draw fiding Andy McKisson and Chad Layton on the front row. Layton took the lead and set the pace early on with McKisson in second with Greg Hodnett and Mark Smith in third and fourth. The top four were closing on the leader with Hodnett taking over second on the sixth lap and Smith moving into third. The top three remained the same for several laps and sat through a few cautions.

Tim Shaffer came from fifth to third on lap 14 with Layton continuing to lead and Hodnett still in second, but the rest of the field wasn't content and continued to jockey for position as Stevie Smith moved in from his 11^th place starting position to help mix the action up, as Smith began to fade and seventh place starter Daryn Pittman began to show his presence.

            Another caution on lap 20 regrouped the field with Layton still in command and Hodnett still second and hounding the leaders tail as Shaffer and Stevie Smith were still in third and fourth then on lap 23 Pittman made his presence known as he moved from fifth to third and then to second after Hodnett ran out of fuel, as did Dale Blaney. An unscheduled fuel stop was held with just two laps to go, and set up a two lap shoot out.

            It was still all Layton as he went on to get his first career win at Central PA Speedway. Pittman held on to second with Mark Smith coming back to third after falling to fifth, Shaffer was fourth and Fast Freddie Rahmer was fifth from 15^th. Preliminary wins went to Brandon Wimmer, Daryn Clayton, Bob Felmlee and Ryan Bunton. The Fast Dahs was won by Greg Hodnett while Stevie Smith won the "B"-Main

            The PASS 305 Sprints took to the speedway with Mark Watkins and Ryan Lynn on the front row, with Watkins taking the lead at the start and Jake Waters moving into second with Lynn falling to third. Watkins was still leading with Lynn recovering to take second on lap 4, and the trying to reel in the leader. On lap nine Lynn moved to the outside of Watkins and had enough of an advantage to lead the 10^th lap, but Watkins battled back and took the lead going into the first turn, dropping Lynn back to second.

            Lynn didn't give up and battled back, pulling along side of Watkins again on lap 14 and leading off the fourth turn on lap 15. Once he was out front, he was pulling away from Watkins, but fourth place starter Cliff Conner was now in second and closing on the leader but Lynn was holding his own, then with one lap left Conner went into the first turn too hard and went over the edge of the surface, recovering but losing second to Watkins as Lynn went on to garner his career first CPS win. Watkins, Conner, Rod Peters and Rodger Irvine completed the top five. Jake Waters and Roger Irvine split the heat wins.

            The street stock showdown saw Eric Baun and Alan Dellinger on the front row with Dellinger taking the lead and setting the pace. Baun was in second early on with Gary Little third and Rick Hemphill in fourth.

            The race continued with Dellinger still setting the pace and Tim Bish mixing it up with the leaders. At the first scheduled caution on lap 10 to send everyone out of the top 15 off the track the leader was still Dellinger with Bish second, Little third, Hemphill fourth and Tim Krape fifth. The restart saw Dellinger continue to lead, as the fight for second get close, with Bish still second but Little took to spot on lap 14 just as the second scheduled yellow waved to make a 10 car, five lap dash to the checkered flag.

            Dellinger continued to lead as Krape now moved past Little on the outside for second on lap 16, but Little battled back and regained second on lap 18 but could not catch Dellinger who went on to get his second straight win. Little was second followed by Krape, Rusty Martz from ninth and Bill Henney from 17^th.  Tim Krape, Bob Connor and Alan Dellinger won the heats.

BEAR TRAX: 80 teams filled the pits, including: 35 All-Star Spints, 18 PASS 305 Sprints and 27 Street Stocks...Drivers from eight states, including: Pennsylvania, Ohio, Connecticut, Illinois, Oklahoma, Missouri, New Jersey and Indiana plus Australia competed in the racing action...Tyler Bear careened into the dirt wall in turn one at the start of his heat and flipped, the crew was able to make all the necessary repairs to start the feature. He wasn't hurt....Chad Bender also caught the first turn wall and barrel rolled off the track, his street stock then caught fire, but he wasn't hurt...Racing Legend Al Hamilton was honored with a desk top copy of the chainsaw cut bears the winners receive and was interviewed as Fred Rhamer joined him. Rhamer amassed 144 feature wins for Hamilton when he drove for him. Hamilton received a standing ovation from the hundreds of fans in attendance....CPS will hold it's next race on July 3, the Annual Yankee Doodle 50 will pay $10,000 to win, making it the highest paying race to ever be run in Clearfield County. More details are on the website at www.thebigtrack.com.

SUMMARY

All-Star Sprints: 1. Chad Layton, Harrisburg; 2. Darun Pittman, Owasso, Ok; 3. Mark Smith, TowerCity; 4. Tim Shaffer, Aliquippa, 5. Fred Rhamer, Salfordville, 6. Greg Wilson, Benton Ridge, OH; 7. Brandon Wimmer, Fairmont, IN; 8. Andy Priest, New Castle; 9. Daron Clayton, Sikeston, MO; 10. Jack Sodeman, Jr., No. Jackson, OK; 11. Ryan Myers, Eaton, OH; 12. Bob Flemlee, Franklin; 13. Johnny Mackison, Jr., York; 14. David Gravel, Watertown, CT; 15. Trevor Lewis, Upper Black Eddy; 16. Greg Hodnett, Thomasville; 17. Dale Blaney, Hartford, OH; 18. Andy McKisson, Strattonville; 19. Stevie Smith, Broken Arrow, OK; 20. Roddy Bellbowen, New South Wales, Aus.; 21.Ryan Bunton, Morton, IL; 22. Craig Folmer, Philipsburg; 23. Dan Shetler, Johnstown; 24. Danny Holtgraver, Pittsburgh.

Did Not Qualify: Jack Helget, Steven Lines, Daryl Stimeling, George Suprick III, , Jeremy Ohl, Dave Delisle, Jeff taylor, Brent Mattus, Gale Ruth Sr., Bud Watt, Bret marks.

PASS 2305 Sprints: 1. Ryan Lynn, Hollidaysburg; 2. Mark Watkins, 3. Cliff Conner, 4. Rodney Peters, 5. Roger Irvine, 6. Jake Waters, 7. Nathan Gramley, 8. Jim Kennedy, 9. George Riden, 10. Ben Naugle, 11. Joey Hershey, 12. Mike Wagner, II; 13. Tyler Bear; 14. Joe Zap, 15. Erin Stattler, 16. Reed Thompson, 17. Tom Worrick, 18. Jim Marquette.

Street Stock Showdown: 1. Alan Dellinger, Hermitage; 2. Gary Little, 3. Tim Krape, 4. Rusty Martz, 5. Bill Henney, 6. Rick Hemphill, 7. Dom Surra, 8. Eric Baun, 9. Joe Kott; 10. Bob Connor, 11. Jason Walker, 12. Denny Crawford, 13. Mike Hummel, 14. Jamie Barber, 15. Tim Bish, 16. Fuzzy Fields, 17. Scott "Snuffy" Smith, 18. Craig bainey, 19. Richard Homan, 20. Rod Laskey, 21. Emory Rinehart Jr., 22. Gary Luzier, 23. Dan Smeal, 24. Bob Rosman, 25. Ray Billott, 26. Benny Gordon.

Chad Bender DID NOT START.

ALL STAR SPRINT CAR EVENT START TIMES AND ADMISSION PRICES ANNOUNCED

CPS announced the Starting Times and Admission prices for the upcoming June 14th ALL STAR Sprint Car, PASS, and Street Stock Showdown Event.

"I'll be right up front with the fans," said Track Owner Tim Bainey Sr. "We had a great turnout for the first event. I told fans that if they packed this place out we'd reward them with the lowest ticket price in the country to see the kind of shows we are putting on this season including this ALL STAR Sprint Car Event and the Upcoming $10,000 to Win Yankee Doodle July 3rd."

"We'd like to be even lower, but we came to an $18 ADMISSION PRICE for this Sprint Car Event. It's $7 less than what it was last year, and we have to thank our Great Track Sponsors for putting us in a position to do this."

"Anyone who was here last year will tell you, these ALL STAR Sprint Cars are one of the best shows you will see anywhere - and I've looked around - THIS IS the best ticket price you will find to see them run with 2 Great Undercard Shows. We're also bringing in the PASS Series along with the NEW Street Stock Showdown, which I think is going to really be a hit with the fans! We set it up so the Top-5 Finishing Cars in the Showdown will make at least $400, which I think those guys will like."

"I want to thank the fans for turning out," he finished up. "I'm really excited about what we have going on, and as long as they continue to show their support for Dirt Track Racing in Central PA - things will only get better!"

Start Times and Admission Prices

Pit Gate 3:00

Hill and Stands 4:00

Hot Laps 5:30

Tickets

General Admission $18

6-15- $10

5 and under Free

Pits: $30

CENTRAL PA SPEEDWAY ALL STAR SPRINT CARS,

PASS NATIONAL QUALIFIER, AND A SHOWDOWN

   Sunday June 14^th the All Star Sprints headline the event with the PA 305 “PASS” series, and the always exhilarating Street Stock Shootout.

   The O’Reilly All Star Sprint Cars will be making their highly anticipated return to the Big Bear.  Last season Mark Smith had the honors of taking home the Big Bear trophy, while Paul McMahan set a new track record of 13.698

   The Street Stocks will be running a Special “SHOWDOWN” format for this one event. 

   “As if the Street Stock Shootout isn’t exciting enough, they will be running a special “Showdown” format.” Dan Bainey went on to add. “We figured that this race is another way to showcase our local racers.”

   The race will be run in three segments;

The 1^st Segment will be 10 laps, ONLY the top 15 will continue. 

The 2^nd Segment will be 5 laps.  After the second segment another 5 cars will be cut leaving 10 for the final “Showdown.” 

The 3^rd Segment – THE SHOWDOWN will be an all out 5 lap sprint to the checkers.

   The PASS 305 Sprint Car Series will also be making their first trip to The Big Track.

   “I think it will be exciting; the PASS guys have made this there ONLY National Qualifying event of their season. We should see a pretty good turnout from those teams as they try to lock themselves into the Nationals.  They put on a great show and with the wide racing surface here I’d expect to see quit a finish.”

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ALL-STAR LATE MODEL DEBUT AT CENTRAL PA

For immediate release May 24, 2009

CLEARFIELD, PA - Jared Miley of South Park, PA won the O’Reilly All-Stat Late Model debut event at Central PA Speedway Sunday night to kick off the 2009 season while Alan Dellinger of Hermitage, PA. copped the Street Stock portion.

The late model feature hit the speedway with 24 starters ready to go with Tim Smith Jr. and Dave Hess Jr. on the front row with Smith taking the early lead at the start. Started out with a sizable lead that withered on lap seven after the caution waved.

Smith led for three more laps after the caution, but it was Colby Frye who made the move on the inside of turns three and four on lap ten to take the lead. He set the pace for nine laps before Dan Stone took the lead but he couldn’t hold on either, as Jared Miley made his presence known by taking the lead on lap 24, as he came from the 15^th starting spot.

Miley only led one lap before Frye made his way back out front at the half-way point of the event but Stone stayed beside him, as the duo ran door-to-door for the lead for several laps, with Stone officially leading lap 27, but Frye fought back and took the lead on lap 28.

Stone didn’t really go away staying with Frye, but on lap 31 Jeremy Miller made his presence known, as he took the second spot from Stone and he brought Miley along for the ride, as Stone fell to fourth. The front group continued to stay under a blanket with Frye still leading and setting the pace, but then on lap 33 lapped traffic began to play into the mix before a caution waved on lap 44.

Frye was still leading with Miley now second, Miller was third and Mike Knight was in fourth, all the way from 20^th starting spot. When the green waved it was still Frye leading with Miley trying for the lead, then with four laps to go, Miley made it work as he took the lead and eventual win over Frye. Knight made it to third with Miller fourth and Gregg Satterlee fifth. Heat wins went to Boom Briggs, Dan Stone, Jeremy Miller and Colby Frye while the twin 12 lap B-mains went to Waylon Wagner and Robby Blair.

In the street stock portion Alan Dellinger made a shambles of the field, as he started on the pole and literally left his competition to follow his tracks. Dellinger lead the 20 test from flag to flag and was only challenged on restarts by Rusty Martz. The best battle was for second between Martz, Eric Baun, Chris Schneider and Gary Little. When Mike Frisco waved the double checkered flags it was all Dellinger over Martz, Baun, Little and Jamie Barber. Heat wins went to Alan Dellinger, Rusty Martz, Jamie Barber and Steve Cook. Bill Henney and Rick Hemphill split the twin B-Mains.

Bear tracks: 86 teams filled the pits, including 46 late models and 40 street stocks…Tim Murphy cleared the first turn embankment and flipped several times. He was not injured…Boom Briggs was the fastest timer with a lap of 16.428 seconds…Coming up on June 14 is the O’Reilly All-Star Sprints along with the 305 Sprints and the street stocks….more information is available at www.thebigtrack.com.

SUMMARY

O’Reilly All-Star Late Models: 1. Jared Miley, South Park; 2. Colby Frye, 3. Mike Knight, 4. Jeremy Miller, 5. Gregg Satterlee, 6. Robby Blair, 7. Boom Briggs, 8. Denton Boyer, 9. Dave Hess Jr., 10. Keith Barbara, 11. Mike Blose, 12. Waylon Wagner, 13. Rod Conley, 14. Tim Smith Jr., 15. Doug Horton, 16. Devin Friese, 17. Derek Rodkey, 18. Dane Laraway, 19. Alex Ferree, 20. Sammy Stiles, 21. Dan Stone, 22. Matt Lux, 23. Jason Covert, 24. John Britsky.

Rex Energy Street Stocks: 1. Alan Dellinger, Hermitage; 2. Rusty Martz, 3. Eric Baun, 4. Gary Little, 5. Jamie Barber, 6. Bob Rosman, 7. Craig Bainey, 8. Rod Lasky, 9. Fuzzy Fields, 10. Chris Schneider, 11. Dom Surra, 12. Denny Crawford, 13. Tim Bish, 14. Bob Conner, 15. Joe Kott, 16. Dan Smeal, 17. Steve Cook, 18. Tim Krape, 19. Jim Handyside Jr., 20. Lee Hummel, 21. Kenny Zimmerman, 22. Ben Asel, 23. Oren Taylor, 24. Rick Hemphill.

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Free Fantasy Race: 

Win tickets to the Yankee Doodle 50 

Fantasy Dirt Racing and Central PA Speedway have teamed up to offer a free fantasy race were the winner will win 2 VIP passes to the July 3rd running of the Yankee Doodle 50!  The qualifying race to win the tickets will be the Central PA Speedway's All Star Late Model race on May 24, 2009.  At registration you will pick a team of 3 drivers, designating one of the drivers as your "Wild Card".  The "Wild Card" driver will earn double points for the race, the race will be scored based on the drivers top 3 A Main Feature finish.  The team that scores the most points for the Fantasy Race will win 2 VIP passes to the 34th annual Yankee Doodle 50.  Do your research, all Super Late Model drivers are available for the race, so choose your team carefully. Register prior to May 24th for a chance to win,  for full details visit www.fantasydirtracing.com

2009 Steel Block Nationals—

In Honor of Shawn “Sheetz” McGarvey

Central Pa Speedway will round out the full bodied season with the Steel Block Nationals Labor Day weekend Sunday, September 6th.  Keeping with the trend the payouts will again increase.  This time the Steel Block/Crate Late Models will battle for $4009 to win and $400 just to make the event.  The Street Stocks will run their final race of the Street Stock Shootout with a payout of $3009 to the winner and $300 to start the main event.  The first two Steel Block Nationals have seen average car counts of 60+ in each class.

“This is the Super Bowl of racing for these Street Stock and Steel Block guys.  The level of competition for this event is just amazing, last year I think we had over 10 track champions entered.  There were easily 30 cars in each class that could have walked away Champions.  I’ve already been told by some of the guys that, they can’t wait for this race, they’ve got it marked on their calendars”, said Director of Operations Dan Bainey.

This year’s event is being dedicated to Mr. Shawn “Sheetz” McGarvey.  CPS owner Tim Bainey said, “We really want to do something for Sheetz, he was an amazing guy both on and off the track. He was a really great friend of mine, every time I went to a track and he was racing I would go smoke a cigar with him and talk racin’.  There are a couple of different things we could do, but  I think its fitting to honor him where he thrived, Steel Block Late Model racing. 

Tim added- “I always ask Sheetz what he thought would be best for Late Model Racing, he would tell me – ‘Well here’s what’s best for Sheetz, but if you want what’s best for Late Models, then here’s what you should do…’ - and you just had to like that guy”!

Fantasy Dirt Racing

Central Pa Speedway’s All Star Sprint race and the $10,000 Yankee Doodle have been chosen by Fantasy Dirt Racing to be apart of there top 30 Sprint and Late Model races to see this season.

“I was very excited when I received the email saying that Central Pa Speedway had been selected for two of the top races in the country, says Director of Operations Dan Bainey.  It shows the quality of cars we have at the Speedway are some of the best teams in racing.  We try to put together National Level races that our local fans can come enjoy without all of the travel expense.

I have to thank the people at fantasydirtracing.com, I think what they are doing is great for the sport.  Our fans here at the “Big Bear” are just awesome and this is a really cool way for the fans to get more involed in the races.  They get to select drivers for the events and have a chance to win a lot of great prizes including free tickets to some great races”.

Go to www.fantasydirtracing.com to select your drivers and start playing the game.

Central Pa Speedway’s 2009 Street Stock Shootout

Back by popular demand this season is the 2^nd Annual Street Stock Shootout.  The four race Shootout will once again pay at least $1000 to win each race and a guaranteed $100 to start, including the Steel Block Nationals weekend when its $3009 to win and $300 to start.  The CPS Shootout Points Champion will take an additional $1000 and the top 20 drivers will also get their cut of the $4000+ Points payout.

“I said last year that, the Street Stocks are the foundation of Dirt Racing and I believe it more now than ever.  We had almost 80 cars race in the Shootout last season and there have been at least ten people tell me they were building Street Stocks just so they can come run at the “Big Bear” this year.  The teams that came last year, were here to race… I mean RACE, door to door, fenders flyin’, nonstop racing.  They put on one heck of a show and I think it’s only going to get better, says Dan Bainey.” 

He then added, “We’re gonna try to get the fans a little closer to the action this season, with some driver interviews and other ideas we’re putting together.

The Shootout Champion Dan Smeal was almost unstoppable last season, winning the first 3 Shootout Events.  Fuzzy Fields was the man who stopped the season sweep, by winning the Nationals weekend and taking home the $3008 prize.  Gary Little fell just 18pts shy of being crowned Champion and 3^rd place Tim Krape was only 6 behind him.  “These guys are hungry and I’m sure they put in some hours over winter to get that last little bit.”

The Street Stock Shootout events will take place; May 24^th, July 3^rd, August 9^th, and September 6^th.

CPS Announces Open Test Sunday May 3^rd

The test and tune will be open to any class scheduled to run at the “Big Bear” this season.  The pit fee will be $10 per person and $20 per car. 

Fans are encouraged to come our with FREE ADMISSION and enjoy the day. 

“It will nice to get to hear the engines roar again," said track owner Tim Bainey Sr. "It’s been a long off season and I think everybody’s getting excited for the upcoming events. 

"Dan and Kenny put a lot of time in lining up the shows and I’m looking forward to Everyone of them!  We really think the $15 admission is going to be big for all of the fans AND like I said before, I hope we can keep it low all season, it just depends on the turnout for our first event May 24^th."

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the

Family of Shawn "Sheetz" McGarvey

He will be missed...

click the link to see a very nice tribute video compiled by Bill Walker and some racing friends

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idq4BvxBYBw

Central Pa Speedway to Offer 20

Reserve Hillside Parking Spots

Management announced today that they will be reserving 20 parking spots on “Big Bear Hill”.  The spots will be on a first come first serve basis and be sold through the website. 

These spots are for the hardcore groups of fans and for businesses around the area to entertain workers or clients. 

I had a bunch of people stop me last year and tell me they’d pay $100 a night to have their spot reserved.  We figured that we have about 120 parking spots on the hill, so if we reserve 20 - that leaves us with the other 100 still open for race day parking.  I think most fans enjoy lining up at the gate in the morning; they get to hangout with other race fans and talk about their favorite drivers.  Some of them have cookouts and start their beverages a little early, some of the fans even camp the night before.  It’s a pretty good time out there, but I guess if you want to make sure you get “your spot” or you can’t get here until race time, then a reserved spot is the way to go.  For businesses it’s an avenue they can reward customers or even use it as an employee incentive.

            The reserved parking spots will cost $200 for the full season pass.  The passes will be good for all 5 full bodied events and all 4 go-karting events.

To reserve your spot email dan@thebigtrack.com.  Please have your #1 spot request listed as well as your 2^nd and 3^rd choices.  We will send a conformation back ensuring you of your spot as well as further details.

August 9^th Event Announced -

Ken Schrader Headlining the Action with the United States Modified / E-Mod Event at Central Pa Speedway

CPS Management announced today that NASCAR Veteran Mr. Ken Schrader will be racing at Central PA Speedway as part of the United States Modified / E-Emod Event Sunday, August 9^th. 

Director of Operations Dan Bainey had this to say; “We looked into several different types of racing for this event and I think we put together a nice quality package.  I really wanted some type of Modifieds at the track this year, and when we were throwing around ideas, Schrader’s name came up.”

“We talked with him and he told us that he had read good things about what we’re doing at the Speedway and that he’d like to race at Central Pa. Speedway if there was an event that fit his schedule. He suggested we look at a USMTS (United States Modified Touring Series)/ E-mod Style Race.  Mr. Schrader informed us that he has a USMTS car and that if we ran them, he’d be sure to make the event at Central PA.”

The event will also include a Street Stock Shootout race.  The PASS 305 Sprint Cars will also do battle for the first time at Central Pa. Speedway, as well as the new addition of Front Wheel Drive 4 Cylinders.

“We’re happy to announce the addition of the front wheel drive 4 cylinders.  The program will feature a payout of $400 to win $40 to start.  Also, in spirit of “4” the winners will receive a 4 foot trophy” added GM Kenny McLaughlin.

Central Pa Speedway owner Tim Bainey had this to say, “I want all types of cars to have a chance at winning here at the Big Bear, with these additions, its more classes that get to race.  If I could, I’d have races every night with ten different classes a night, but that’s not possible, yet… To top it off Ken Schrader, one of the best and most dedicated racers you’ll ever find is going to be here.  It’s going to be a great show.”

Find out more about the USMTS/ Emod Cars at www.usmts.com and keep up with everything about Central PA Speedway at www.thebigtrack.com! 

Date Moved from Saturday to Sunday for the

$7000 to win/ $15 Admission “Grizzly”

The Grizzly will be held Sunday, May 24^th

with a rain date of Monday, May 25^th.

“We hate to change a date after we have already announced it, but this will be better for our teams and the fans,” said Dan Bainey Director of Operations.

“We had talked with the All Stars before about running on the Sunday, but they were looking at their overall schedule and wanted to get back on the road by Sunday.”

“Once we announced the $15 Admission and committed to putting this big of a show, it put things in a little different perspective and they said if we wanted to move the race to Sunday, to go for it.”

The race will be the originally scheduled $7000 to win All Star Late Models “Grizzly”, with race #1 of the Street Stock Shootout.  Admission for this event will remain at the advertised $15.

Tim Bainey added, “I really wanted Sunday the 24^th instead of running on Saturday.  Mainly because we try to stay off of other tracks nights.  I am all about promoting Dirt Racing as a whole and if there are 10 tracks all running against each other, then they’re going to hurt each others fan and car counts.”

“I figure if we can help them by running a different night, then that’s what we’re going to do.  There isn’t much we can do about the Yankee Doodle being on Friday July 3^rd, it’s been on July 3^rd for a while now and that’s where it has found its home.  We have talked with some other tracks and they have mentioned the possibility of taking the night off and coming to watch the action at CPS, so hopefully this gesture on our part - will allow us to make things work out for everyone.”

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Pennsylvania Dirt Karting Series Event at CPS in 09

The Pennsylvania Dirt Karting Series (PDKS) has selected Central Pa Speedway to host a State Race Sunday, August 2^nd. 

“This is a pretty nice accomplishment as well as compliment to CPS,”said Dan Bainey. “We are very happy to be chosen by PDKS to host this event.  We had talked with PDKS last season and they were leery of bringing their karts to the Big Track do to its sheer size.  They also stressed how difficult it would be to get the entire speedway as smooth as they need it to be.  After watching the action from the Koala Bear Nationals, they told us they were flat-out amazed how smooth the surface was and how great the racing was.”

Dan went on to add, “I had the opportunity to drive a kart in one of the races and I’ll tell you it was a blast.  People were bump drafting and using slingshots passes.  These karts average something like 80mph around the Big Track and when you’re sitting an inch off of the ground that’s really, really fast.

            The PDKS “State Race” will be an all day event consisting of 18-20 classes of action.  Central Pa Speedway plans on running an unsanctioned event on Saturday, August 1^st, the day before the PDKS race. This event was planned to give teams a chance to get some track time, dial the karts in, and at the same time save some money by doing it all in one weekend for the teams who will be traveling from as far as 6 hours away.   

The Koala Bear Nationals will also take place this year; a date has yet to be announced.

Record Breaking $10,000 to Win

34^th Annual “Yankee Doodle 50”

with the “O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series”

Central Pa Speedway Owner Tim Bainey has announced a Record Breaking $10,000 to Win Yankee Doodle as part of the 2009 Schedule. It was also announced, the highly touted O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series will return to the Big Bear for the 34^th running of the Annual Yankee Doodle 50.

The excitement surrounding the famed event has been building, and some of the country’s biggest names in racing are already being mentioned for who may win the 2009 event.

“We’re expecting quite a turnout this year for the Yankee Doodle.  Last year there were several cars from out of state who I had personally talked with and they were planning on being there, but when the weather report said rain, rain, rain I guess the six hour haul was risky.  We’ve had some of the top guys in dirt racing at the speedway for this prestigious race before and with $10,000 to win, I’m sure there will be some more to add to that list,” was Director of Operations Dan Bainey’s outlook for the event.

Last years Yankee Doodle saw Keith Barbara take home the $7000 payday, holding off charging efforts from Chubb Frank and Jared Miley.  The Street Stock Shootout will also take to the track for their $1000 to win $100 to start event.

CPS Owner Tim Bainey noted “We haven’t set the admission for the Yankee Doodle yet, but I’m hoping the $15 Admission we’re starting the season with is a BIG HIT with the fans.  I would like to keep it as low as we can for the Yankee Doodle, the fans have said this is what they want – and I’m going to give them a chance to prove it!”

“I’m putting out a challenge to the fans – you get the word out and pack CPS on May 23^rd for our $7000 to Win All Star Late Model Show, and I’ll Promise to charge the lowest price you’ll pay anywhere in the country to see a $10,000 to Win Event on July 3rd!”

Keep up with all the latest as we continue to – in the words of Tim Bainey (who made the decision regarding the $15 admission price for the May 23^rd Event while attending a Rock Concert by the legendary AC/DC)– Rock the Racing World!

Right here at www.thebigtrack.com.

Tim Bainey’s Central Pa Speedway Welcomes Back the ALL STAR SPRINTS Sunday June 14^th

            Back by popular demand, the All Star Sprints bring there four wide and wild action for there second annual trip to The Big Bear.  All Star Sprint President Guy Webb said, “The sprint car teams can’t wait to get back to Central Pa.  After last years race our guys told me Central Pa Speedway was one of the fastest, smoothest, widest, and most fun places to drive in the country.” 

Last years event was action packed.  Time trials saw several of the drivers shatter the old track record and ultimately set a new track record of 13.698.  The sprint cars ran there 4 wide signature pace lap, then again ran three and four wide several times under green flag racing.  Lap 2 saw one of the evenings most intense moments when Jimmy Segar took a wild ride flipping several times out over turn one.  In the end it was Mark Smith winning the inaugural event.  Greg Hodnett held on for second, with Dale Blaney, Randy Hannagan and Stevie Smith rounding out the top five.

Dan Bainey added, “The response from the fans last year was great.  I’ve been asked so many times from people when the sprints are coming back.  Well, now I can tell them June 14^th.  The show last year was just crazy.  I remember the first car went out and held if flat the entire lap, I though there was no way he was going to make it through one and two, but I guess I was wrong.”

Be sure to check back Monday for the release of the 2009 Yankee Doodle!!!

Central PA First Event $15 Admission

$7000 to win ALL STAR LATE MODELS

Central Pa Speedway Announces First Event for the 2009 Season $15 Admission, $7000 to Win All Star Late Models

Track Management is proud to announce the Memorial Day weekend “Grizzly” will be an All Star Late Model sanctioned event.  The 50 lap race will be held Sunday May 24^th with a payout of $7000 to win and $400 to start.  Admission for the event will be only $15 for adults.

“Our team talked all winter about how we could continue to improve our fans opinions of CPS.  The first thing that we discussed was to have quality events at a low admission price.  After talking with our great and very supportive sponsors, in addition to securing a few new ones, making some small internal changes, and booking what will be some of the biggest events in the Northeastern United States, we have put together a stellar schedule of events.” 

In fact, admission for the Grizzly will be only $15 for adults.  Track owner Tim Bainey added, “This was my goal as an owner. “To be able to have national level racing that our local drivers could compete - with and do it at prices our community can afford to come watch.” 

“I really want to thank Kenny and Danny for getting things together for the upcoming season.  I also want to thank Timmy for dropping everything anytime we need him to add his input or run the website.  This season promises to be one of the most memorable and exciting ever in the history of CPS.”

Guy Webb, president of the O’Reilly All Star Series, stated that, “Central Pa Speedway was one of the first tracks we wanted to put on the schedule. The facility is great, the racing is fantastic, and the fans are just incredible!”

 The multi-state tour will feature some of the biggest names in dirt late models going door to door at some of the best Late Model tracks in the country.  The series will include a large point fund for the top 10 drivers and owners, appearance fees for 5 to 10 chosen “All Stars” and a race format that will entertain and excite the fans.

The event will also feature the first race of the highly anticipated 2009 Street Stock Shootout.  Details for this years Shootout will be released in the upcoming weeks.

Central Pa Speedway

Winter Recap

With our first season under our belts we will take a brief look back at the highlights of the year.  Before any engines were fired 2008 already had many improvements.  The most notable was the 12 inches of new clay on the track surface.  Central Pa Speedway’s purses were the highest in speedway history, Sprint Cars were added to the schedule, the introduction of the Street Stock Shootout, and the first ever go-kart event the Koala Bear Nationals were also among the changes.

Racing wise the newly constructed UFO Series made their first trip to the Speedway for the Memorial Day “Grizzly”.  48 Late Models and 47 Street Stocks filled the pits for the inaugural event under Tim Bainey’s ownership, that paid out $5100 to win.  Mother nature decided to open up the week leading to the event and made for soft under layers for the racing surface.  The track crew worked with the racers all night in order to have a raceable surface.  Following the event the entire turn one and two section of the track was tore up and new clay was laid to fix the water problem.

Another first for Central Pa Speedway was the first time the O’Reilly All Star Sprint Car Series would race at the facility.  “The Sprint Cars put on an amazing show, from the flat footed qualifying laps, to the 4 wide parade lap, all the way to the last lap of the race.  It was just great.  Many of the fans said this was one of there favorite races all time at the speedway.  I talked to several of the sprinters and they absolutely love the place, they thought the surface was great and very fast.  They said they can’t wait until they can come back”, said Director of Operations Dan Bainey.

It was now time for the highly anticipated annual Yankee Doodle 50 presented by CNB and the Navasky Foundation.  The UFO Late Models would return a second time for this year’s Yankee Doodle.  The 2008 Yankee Doodle had a record winner’s purse of $7000 to win.  Several of the area’s top drivers battled it out with some of the top drivers in the country.  In the end Keith Barbara blasted to the finish beating “Chubzilla” Chub Frank and the H1 of Jared Miley.

By this time of the season the Street Stock Shootout was in high gear.  Dan Smeal seemed to have the track down to a science, winning the first three events.  “I joked with Smeal after the race telling him that he now has the three bears, I guess for the next race we should make him a Goldylocks”, said Dan Bainey.  He went on to add “The Street Stock Shootout had almost 80 cars show up for only four races, I’d have to say it was a success and I’m sure we’ll be running it again in 2009.”  Dan Smeal tried to sweep the season, but came up short as Fuzzy Fields would take the final event paying $3008.  Smeal did however pocket another $1000 for winning the first ever Street Stock Shootout points championship by 18 points over Gary Little.

Mother Nature decided to show her power for the next two scheduled events. The Steel Block Nationals were rescheduled and ran October 4^th.  Dan Stone seemed to have the race to himself, but mechanical problems opened the door for fan favorite Shawn “Sheets” McGarvey to take the win and the record payday of $4008.

The final racing of the season was the Koala Bear Nationals.  The two day event featured nine different classes of racing.  General Manager Kenny McLaughlin had this to say “I was excited to have go karts on the big track, and after the first couple of laps with everybody bump-drafting and doing slingshot passes, I knew it was going to be a good show.”

Currently the staff is finalizing detail for the 2009 season.  Be sure to check back Monday morning for the release of the first event.  We would like to thank all of our track sponsors- JJPowell, Snappy’s, Lezzer Lumber, Delgrosso’s, Aarons, and ECMG.  Also, we would like to thank the race sponsors- CNB, The Navasky Foundation, Rex Energy, Mason Law Office, Sutliff Hummer, and John Glenn Sanitation.  Most importantly we would like to thank you the fans for supporting Central Pa Speedway and racing in general.

2008 NEWS ARCHIVES CONTINUE HERE