Friday, May 17, 2013

The Frontstretch Newsletter: Follow Our All-Star Coverage!

THE FRONTSTRETCH NEWSLETTER
Presented by Frontstretch.com
The Best Seat at the Track, The Best View on the Net!

May 17th, 2013
Volume VII, Edition LXXXIII

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Frontstretch Live: At The Track
Be sure to follow your Frontstretch feed on both Facebook and Twitter as two of your favorite writers are live with All-Star Race coverage. Amy Henderson (@Writer_Amy) and Mike Neff (@MNeffShortTrack) will be manning the ship down in Charlotte.

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Friday Racing Schedule: Charlotte
Sprint Cup and Camping World Truck Series teams are back in action at the 1.5-mile oval that's home to most of the organizations in the sport. Here's a TV schedule to get you primed for the upcoming weekend...

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM  Camping World Truck Series Practice  SPEED
11:30 AM - 6:00 PM  IZOD IndyCar Series Indianapolis 500 Practice Day 6  Indycar.com
12:00 - 1:30 PM  Sprint Cup Series Sprint Showdown Practice  SPEED
1:30 - 3:00 PM  Sprint Cup Series All-Star Practice  SPEED
4:00 - 5:00 PM  Camping World Truck Series Qualifying  SPEED
5:00 - 6:00 PM  Sprint Cup Series Sprint Showdown Qualifying  SPEED
6:00 - 7:30 PM  Sprint Cup Series Sprint All-Star Race Qualifying  SPEED
8:00 - 10:30 PM  Camping World Truck Series North Carolina Education Lottery 200  SPEED

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Top News
by Justin Tucker

Dick Trickle 1941 - 2013

The motorsports world was rocked on Thursday Evening at the stunning news that legendary short track and NASCAR driver Dick Trickle had committed suicide in North Carolina. He was 71 years old.

Trickle, who had won hundreds of short track races across the Midwest was named Sprint Cup Series Rookie of the Year in 1989 while driving for Stavola Brothers Racing. In 303 career Cup Series starts, he had 15 top 5s and 36 top 10s to go along with one pole (Dover, 1990). Although Trickle never won a Cup Series race he did, however, find success in the Nationwide Series winning two races and recording 24 top 5s and 42 top 10s in 158 career NNS starts.

But the short tracks of the Midwest is where Trickle found his greatest successes winning seven ARTGO / NASCAR Midwest Series championships and two ASA championships during his storied career.

According to the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, authorities received a call on Thursday believed to be from Trickle saying "there would be a dead body and it would be his." 911 operators tried to contact Trickle but no one answered. When emergency crews arrived on the scene, they found Trickle's body nearby his truck.

Lt. Detective Tim Johnson said foul play is not suspected and a suicide note was found near the body but contents of the note and what type of gun that was used will not be released.

Many NASCAR personalities released statements upon hearing word of Trickle's passing. Those personalities include NASCAR Chairman and CEO Brian France.

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Dick Trickle on his passing today," France said. "Dick was a legend in the short-track racing community, particularly in his home state of Wisconsin, and he was a true fan favorite. Personalities like Dick Trickle helped shape our sport. He will be missed."

Randy Pemberton said of Trickle, "Dick Trickle: Respectful, fun, no ego, wheel man… Down right one of the nicest guys I was ever around in NASCAR racing… RIP Dick…"

Sprint Cup Series champion Brad Keselowski shared his thoughts on Trickle: "He was the most significant (short-track) racer in that era. His loss, in some ways, is a symbol of the end of that era. That's very sad to see."

Trickle's last Sprint Cup Series start came in 2002 and he drove for an assortment of owners during his career including Bud Moore, Junie Donlavey, Dave Marcis, and Cale Yarborough.

Childress Earns Honorary Degree From UNOH

Richard Childress has had many honors bestowed upon him during his long career as a car owner in NASCAR. Childress has won 12 championships, most notably six NSCS championships with the late Dale Earnhardt, four Nationwide Series driver / owner championships, and two in the Camping World Truck Series. On Wednesday evening he was bestowed another honor as he received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH).

With a crowd of more than 100 in attendance including his wife Judy, daughter Tina Dillon, son in law Mike Dillon, and grandsons Austin and Ty Dillon. Dr.Jeffrey Jarvis, president of UNOH presented the degree to Childress based on his achievements in the high performance / motorsports industry, his commitment to assist the school's goal of achieving educational excellence, and his achievements in auto racing.

"Obviously , Dr.Childress is an icon in all of motorsports." said Steve Farmer, V.P. of Corporate Development for UNOH. "We are recognizing him for his accomplishments on and off the track, what he has done for all of motorsports and the great relationship we have with Dr.Childress and RCR."

During the ceremony, his many achievements in auto racing, successful business ventures, and commitment to various charitable causes were mentioned. Most notably of which being Childress' work with the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma, the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, and numerous outdoor conservation causes. Childress was also recognized for his success with Childress Vineyards, Yadkin Angus River Farm, Sapona Ridge Country Club, and Richard Childress Racing.

"This is a great honor to receive this honorary degree from UNOH," Childress said. "I would like to thank everyone in racing,the vineyard, and CIPT for being part of this, too."

Have news for Justin and the Frontstretch? Don't hesitate to let us know; email us at phil.allaway@frontstretch.com with a promising lead or tip.
 
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In Case You Missed It
by Beth Lunkenheimer

Michigan National Guard to Sponsor Truck Series Race at MIS

The Michigan National Guard and Michigan International Speedway announced earlier this week that the organization will continue its partnership with the track to include the August Truck Series race, the Michigan National Guard 200. The partnership will use the opportunity market the Michigan National Guard's brand while spreading its message to their target audience.

"Our partnership with Michigan International Speedway connects many of our troops to a sport they really enjoy while also providing us a venue to show the public what the Michigan National Guard is all about," Maj. Gen. Gregory Vadnais said. "Michigan is the automotive capital of the world and it only makes sense that our Guard members are at the forefront of such a spectacular event."

Tickets can be purchased at MISSpeedway.com or by phone at 800-354-1010.

Bell Equipment Joins Bryan Silas at Charlotte

Bryan Silas and T3R2 announced on Thursday that Bell Equipment has joined the organization and will adorn the hood of the Florida-native's No. 99 Ford Friday night at Charlotte. Bell Equipment was founded in 1954 and remains under the Bell family's control today, employing 2400 people worldwide.

"Everyone at T3R2 is excited to welcome Bell Equipment onboard for this weekend's race at Charlotte," Silas said. "Gary (Cogswell, crew chief), the team and I are really clicking, so I'm looking forward to getting back to business and having a good run, not only for us but for everyone at Bell Equipment too."

In four races this season, Silas boasts a best finish of 19th in a DNF at Kansas Speedway. He sits 25th in the standings.

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Keepin' It Short: A Little Egypt Nowhere Near the Nile
by Mike Neff

When you hear the word Egypt you hardly think of central New Jersey, but that is where you will find a special little race track that will once again be hosting the World of Outlaws this coming Tuesday night. An hour from Philadelphia and an hour-and-a-half from New York City is a D-shaped 7/16th-mile race track that was built in the 50s and still operates today. New Egypt Speedway is also known as Fort Dix Speedway and is located in Plumsted Township. It has been dirt, asphalt and at least three different configurations.

The track was first opened in the 50s as a dirt track and ran into the 60s before it was paved. It was sporting the name of Central Jersey Speedway when it stopped operating in the 80s. The facility reopened for some special events and a short season in the 90s. It was purchased by Rick Grosso in the mid 90s and has been open continuously since 1998. It was configured to a half-mile, tight track under Grosso before it was purchased by Fred Vahlsing and Bill Miscoscki. After two seasons under the partnership, they widened the track and it was remeasured to be a 7/16th-mile oval. This year, Vahlsing became the sole owner.

New Egypt was the home of DIRT Modifieds for years, along with stops for both the World of Outlaw Sprints and Late Models. This week will mark the return of the Sprints for the first time since 2007. Main grandstand seating in sections 4 and 5 along the frontstretch will be reserved seating, selling for $35. General admission tickets are $30 while teens between 12 and 15 can get in for $15. Under 12 years old will get in for free. Pit passes can be purchased for $40 but are only available on race day. Reserved seating tickets on the day of the event will only be sold at the front ticket entrance.

The first 250 fans that come through the gates on Tuesday will receive a free World of Outlaw poster. There will also be t-shirt giveaways throughout the evening. Joey Saldana will also be giving out a free pair of Fatheadz sunglasses to one lucky fan.

If you are anywhere near New Jersey this coming Tuesday, take the trip to New Egypt to check out the return of the World of Outlaws. You won't be disappointed.

Whelen All-American National Title Chase

Lee Pulliam wasn't able to race before May in 2012 and still managed to win the National Championship by the end of the regular season. This year he has taken full advantage of the early season, running 17 races, racking up 10 victories and grabbing the early lead in the national points race. The Southern drivers have taken full advantage of a loaded early season schedule as nine of the 10 top point earners are from the South. Keith Rocco, the 2010 National Champion, is the only driver from the North to crack the top 10. It is very early in the process and many twists and turns are sure to happen again this year; don't forget Keith Rocco's broken wrist last season.

Position Name Races Wins Top 5s Top 10s Total Points

1. Lee Pulliam 17 1 15 15 586
2. Deac McCaskill 14 5 10 13 487
3. Tommy Lemons, Jr. 14 3 11 13 453
4. Anthony Anders 16 7 12 14 415
5. C.E. Falk, III 10 3 9 9 331
6. Brandon Dean 10 0 6 9 294
7. Keith Rocco 8 4 6 7 288
8. Mike Darne 12 0 3 9 276
9. Matt Snider 14 0 0 8 274
10. Bobby McCarty 10 0 5 10 266

This Weekend's Race Schedule

Friday    05/17/13    Belle-Clair Speedway    Belleville    IL    POWRi Lucas Oil National Midgets
Friday    05/17/13    Belle-Clair Speedway    Belleville    IL    POWRi Speedway Motors 600 Outlaw Micro Sprints
Friday    05/17/13    Jacksonville Speedway    Jacksonville    IL    Big 10 Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Jacksonville Speedway    Jacksonville    IL    MOWA Sprint Cars
Friday    05/17/13    Kankakee County Speedway    Kankakee    IL    I-Mods
Friday    05/17/13    Kankakee County Speedway    Kankakee    IL    Sunoco American Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Kankakee County Speedway    Kankakee    IL    UMP Modifieds
Friday    05/17/13    Kankakee County Speedway    Kankakee    IL    UMP Sport Compacts
Friday    05/17/13    Kankakee County Speedway    Kankakee    IL    UMP Stock Cars
Friday    05/17/13    Kankakee County Speedway    Kankakee    IL    UMP Super Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Tri-City Speedway    Pontoon Beach    IL    UMP Factory Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    Tri-City Speedway    Pontoon Beach    IL    UMP Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Tri-City Speedway    Pontoon Beach    IL    UMP Modifieds
Friday    05/17/13    Tri-City Speedway    Pontoon Beach    IL    UMP Pro-Crate Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Tri-City Speedway    Pontoon Beach    IL    UMP Sport Compacts
Friday    05/17/13    Bloomington Speedway    Bloomington    IN    USAC Sprint Cars
Friday    05/17/13    Oxford Plains Speedway    Oxford    ME    Mini Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    Oxford Plains Speedway    Oxford    ME    Outlaw Sportsman
Friday    05/17/13    Oxford Plains Speedway    Oxford    ME    Pro Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Oxford Plains Speedway    Oxford    ME    Street Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    US 36 Raceway    Cameron    MO    ASCS Winged Sprints
Friday    05/17/13    County Line Raceway    Elm City     NC    Pure Stock 4 Cylinder
Friday    05/17/13    County Line Raceway    Elm City     NC    Pure Stock V-8
Friday    05/17/13    County Line Raceway    Elm City     NC    Super Stock 4 Cylinders
Friday    05/17/13    County Line Raceway    Elm City     NC    Thunder & Lightning
Friday    05/17/13    County Line Raceway    Elm City     NC    Ultimate Super Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Thunderbird Speedway    Muskogee    OK    ASCS Winged Sprints
Friday    05/17/13    Ohsweken Speedway    Ohsweken    Ontario    Bombers
Friday    05/17/13    Ohsweken Speedway    Ohsweken    Ontario    Mini Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    Ohsweken Speedway    Ohsweken    Ontario    Sprint Cars
Friday    05/17/13    Ohsweken Speedway    Ohsweken    Ontario    Thunder Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    Williams Grove Speedway    Mechanicsburg    PA    World of Outlaw Sprint Cars
Friday    05/17/13    Music City Quarter Midget Racing Association    Hermitage    TN     USAC National Quarter Midgets
Friday    05/17/13    RPM Speedway    Crandall    TX    Factory Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    RPM Speedway    Crandall    TX    Limited Modifieds
Friday    05/17/13    RPM Speedway    Crandall    TX    Street Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    RPM Speedway    Crandall    TX    USRA Modifieds
Friday    05/17/13    Manitowoc County Fairgrounds    Manitowoc    WI    Grand Nationals
Friday    05/17/13    Manitowoc County Fairgrounds    Manitowoc    WI    MSA 360 Sprints
Friday    05/17/13    Manitowoc County Fairgrounds    Manitowoc    WI    Street Stocks
Friday    05/17/13    Manitowoc County Fairgrounds    Manitowoc    WI    WDLMA Late Models
Friday    05/17/13    Oshkosh Speedzone    Oshkosh    WI    Dirt Devils
Friday    05/17/13    Oshkosh Speedzone    Oshkosh    WI    Grand Nationals
Friday    05/17/13    Oshkosh Speedzone    Oshkosh    WI    Modifieds
Friday    05/17/13    Oshkosh Speedzone    Oshkosh    WI    Sport Mods
Friday    05/17/13    Oshkosh Speedzone    Oshkosh    WI    Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Dixieland Dirt Track    Cottonwood    AL    Racing for the Cure 4-Cylinders
Saturday    05/18/13    Dixieland Dirt Track    Cottonwood    AL    Racing for the Cure Bombers
Saturday    05/18/13    Dixieland Dirt Track    Cottonwood    AL    Racing for the Cure Limited Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Dixieland Dirt Track    Cottonwood    AL    Racing for the Cure Open Wheel Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Dixieland Dirt Track    Cottonwood    AL    Racing for the Cure Stockers
Saturday    05/18/13    Dixieland Dirt Track    Cottonwood    AL    Racing for the Cure Vintage
Saturday    05/18/13    Montgomery Motor Speedway    Montgomery    AL    Buzz
Saturday    05/18/13    Montgomery Motor Speedway    Montgomery    AL    Mini Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Montgomery Motor Speedway    Montgomery    AL    Open Wheel Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Montgomery Motor Speedway    Montgomery    AL    Street Stock
Saturday    05/18/13    Montgomery Motor Speedway    Montgomery    AL    Vintage Nationals
Saturday    05/18/13    South Alabama Speedway    Opp    AL    Viper Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    South Alabama Speedway    Ozark    AL    Viper Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Batesville Motor Speedway    Batesville    AR    Lucas Oil Dirt Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Riverside International Speedway    West Memphis    AR    305 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Riverside International Speedway    West Memphis    AR    Hooker Hood Classic 360 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Riverside International Speedway    West Memphis    AR    Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Riverside International Speedway    West Memphis    AR    Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Riverside International Speedway    West Memphis    AR    Stock Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Central Arizona Raceway    Casa Grande    AZ    Dwarf Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Central Arizona Raceway    Casa Grande    AZ    Mini Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Central Arizona Raceway    Casa Grande    AZ    Winged Sprint Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Central Arizona Raceway    Casa Grande    AZ    X-Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Cocopah Speedway    Yuma    AZ    Factory Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Cocopah Speedway    Yuma    AZ    IMCA Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Cocopah Speedway    Yuma    AZ    IMCA Sport Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Cocopah Speedway    Yuma    AZ    Pro Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Cocopah Speedway    Yuma    AZ    Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    Championship Dirt Motorsports Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    Factory Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    Hornets
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    Southwest Dirt Racing Association Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    Super Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Tucson International Raceway    Tucson    AZ    USRA Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Bakersfield Speedway    Bakersfield    CA    American Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Bakersfield Speedway    Bakersfield    CA    Hobby Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Bakersfield Speedway    Bakersfield    CA    Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Bakersfield Speedway    Bakersfield    CA    NMRA Midgets
Saturday    05/18/13    Placerville Speedway    Placerville    CA    360 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Placerville Speedway    Placerville    CA    Limited Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Placerville Speedway    Placerville    CA    Midget Lites
Saturday    05/18/13    Placerville Speedway    Placerville    CA    Pure Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Thunderbowl Raceway    Tulare    CA    USAC/CRA Sprint Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Ventura Raceway    Ventura     CA    USAC Western States Midgets
Saturday    05/18/13    34 Raceway    Burlington    IA    4-Cylinders
Saturday    05/18/13    34 Raceway    Burlington    IA    IMCA Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    34 Raceway    Burlington    IA    IMCA Stock Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    34 Raceway    Burlington    IA    Mod Lites
Saturday    05/18/13    34 Raceway    Burlington    IA    Sport Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    34 Raceway    Burlington    IA    UMP Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Knoxville Raceway    Knoxville    IA    305 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Knoxville Raceway    Knoxville    IA    360 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Knoxville Raceway    Knoxville    IA    410 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Magic Valley Speedway    Twin Falls     ID    Intermountain Outlaw Modified Series
Saturday    05/18/13    Meridian Speedway    Meridian    ID    B-Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Meridian Speedway    Meridian    ID    Mini Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Meridian Speedway    Meridian    ID    Pro-4s
Saturday    05/18/13    Meridian Speedway    Meridian    ID    Sprint Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Meridian Speedway    Meridian    ID    Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Fairbury American Legion Speedway    Fairbury    IL    Sunoco American Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Fairbury American Legion Speedway    Fairbury    IL    UMP Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Fairbury American Legion Speedway    Fairbury    IL    UMP Sportsman
Saturday    05/18/13    Fairbury American Legion Speedway    Fairbury    IL    UMP Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Highland Speedway    Highland    IL    UMP Kidzmods
Saturday    05/18/13    Highland Speedway    Highland    IL    UMP Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Highland Speedway    Highland    IL    UMP Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Highland Speedway    Highland    IL    UMP Pro Crate Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Highland Speedway    Highland    IL    UMP Sport Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Highland Speedway    Highland    IL    UMP Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Macon Speedway    Macon    IL    POWRi Lucas Oil National Midgets
Saturday    05/18/13    Macon Speedway    Macon    IL    POWRi Speedway Motors 600 Outlaw Micro Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Peoria Speedway    Peoria    IL    Hornets
Saturday    05/18/13    Peoria Speedway    Peoria    IL    Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Peoria Speedway    Peoria    IL    Lightning Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Peoria Speedway    Peoria    IL    Limited Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Peoria Speedway    Peoria    IL    Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Peoria Speedway    Peoria    IL    Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Spoon River Speedway    Canton    IL    Spoon 6-Shooters
Saturday    05/18/13    Spoon River Speedway    Canton    IL    UMP Hornets
Saturday    05/18/13    Spoon River Speedway    Canton    IL    UMP Limited Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Spoon River Speedway    Canton    IL    UMP Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Spoon River Speedway    Canton    IL    UMP Pro-Crate Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis    Clermont    IN    USAC Silver Crown
Saturday    05/18/13    Plymouth Speedway    Plymouth    IN     USAC 600 Mini Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Elko Speedway    Elko     MN    Bandoleros
Saturday    05/18/13    Elko Speedway    Elko     MN    Big 8 Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Elko Speedway    Elko     MN    Legends
Saturday    05/18/13    Elko Speedway    Elko     MN    Power Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Elko Speedway    Elko     MN    Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Elko Speedway    Elko     MN    Thunder Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Lucas Oil Speedway    Wheatland    MO    A-Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Lucas Oil Speedway    Wheatland    MO    B-Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Lucas Oil Speedway    Wheatland    MO    Factory Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Lucas Oil Speedway    Wheatland    MO    ULMA Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    West Plains Motor Speedway    West Plains    MO    USMTS Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Southern New Mexico Speedway    Las Cruces    NM    Hornets
Saturday    05/18/13    Southern New Mexico Speedway    Las Cruces    NM    Legends
Saturday    05/18/13    Southern New Mexico Speedway    Las Cruces    NM    USRA Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Southern New Mexico Speedway    Las Cruces    NM    USRA Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Las Vegas Motor Speedway    Las Vegas    NV    USAC Western Pavement Ignite Midgets
Saturday    05/18/13    Eldora Speedway    Rossburg    OH    Stock Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Eldora Speedway    Rossburg    OH    UMP Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Hermiston Super Oval     Hermison     OR    Columbia River Legends
Saturday    05/18/13    Hermiston Super Oval     Hermison     OR    Super Minis
Saturday    05/18/13    Hermiston Super Oval     Hermiston    OR    WESCO Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Half Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Heavy 160 Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Heavy Honda Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Heavy World Formula Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Jr. Animal Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Jr. Honda Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Jr. Novice Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Light 160 Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Sr. Honda Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    West End Raceway    Gilbert     PA    Sr. Novice Quarter Midget
Saturday    05/18/13    Williams Grove Speedway    Mechanicsburg    PA    World of Outlaw Sprint Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Autodrome Chaudiere    Vallee-Junction     Quebec    PASS North Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Dillon Motor Speedway    Dillon     SC    UARA-Stars Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Modified Street Bomber
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Openwheel
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Outlaw Pony
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Pure Pony
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Rookie Pony
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Street Stock Bomber
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Duck River Raceway Park    Wheel    TN    Two Barrel Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Thunderhill Raceway    Summertown    TN    Southern Regional Racing Series Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Music City Quarter Midget Racing Association    Hermitage    TN     USAC National Quarter Midgets
Saturday    05/18/13    Devil's Bowl Speedway    Mesquite    TX    ASCS Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Texana Raceway Park    Edna    TX    Dwarf/Mod Lites
Saturday    05/18/13    Texana Raceway Park    Edna    TX    Hot Stock Trucks
Saturday    05/18/13    Texana Raceway Park    Edna    TX    Mini Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Texana Raceway Park    Edna    TX    Pure Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Texana Raceway Park    Edna    TX    Sport Mods
Saturday    05/18/13    Texana Raceway Park    Edna    TX    Street Stocks
Saturday    05/18/13    Motor Mile Speedway    Radford    VA    Limited Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Motor Mile Speedway    Radford    VA    Mod 4
Saturday    05/18/13    Motor Mile Speedway    Radford    VA    Street Stock
Saturday    05/18/13    Motor Mile Speedway    Radford    VA    U-Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    Motor Mile Speedway    Radford    VA    Whelen All-American Late Models 2X
Saturday    05/18/13    Virginia Motor Speedway    Jamaica    VA    Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Virginia Motor Speedway    Jamaica    VA    Limited Stock Car
Saturday    05/18/13    Virginia Motor Speedway    Jamaica    VA    Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    Virginia Motor Speedway    Jamaica    VA    Sportsman
Saturday    05/18/13    Virginia Motor Speedway    Jamaica    VA    Ultimate Super Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    Bear Ridge Speedway    Bradford     VT    USAC DMA Midgets
Saturday    05/18/13    Skagit Speedway    Alger    WA    410 Winged Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    Skagit Speedway    Alger    WA    Outlaw Hornets
Saturday    05/18/13    Skagit Speedway    Alger    WA    Sportsman Sprints
Saturday    05/18/13    LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway    LaCrosse    WI    Late Models
Saturday    05/18/13    LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway    LaCrosse    WI    Sportsman
Saturday    05/18/13    LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway    LaCrosse    WI    Thunderstox
Saturday    05/18/13    I-77 Raceway Park    Ripley    WV    All-Star Sprint Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    I-77 Raceway Park    Ripley    WV    Ohio Valley Sprint Cars
Saturday    05/18/13    I-77 Raceway Park    Ripley    WV    Open Wheel Modifieds
Saturday    05/18/13    I-77 Raceway Park    Ripley    WV    Super Late Models
Sunday    05/19/13    Thompson International Speedway    Thompson    CT    Valenti Modifieds
Sunday    05/19/13    Quincy Raceways    Quincy    IL    IMCA Northern Sport Mods
Sunday    05/19/13    Quincy Raceways    Quincy    IL    IMCA Sport Compacts
Sunday    05/19/13    Quincy Raceways    Quincy    IL    IMCA Stock Cars
Sunday    05/19/13    Quincy Raceways    Quincy    IL    UMP Late Models
Sunday    05/19/13    Quincy Raceways    Quincy    IL    UMP Modifieds
Sunday    05/19/13    Vermillion County Speedway    Danville    IL    Sunoco American Late Models
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Figure 8
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Mini Modifieds
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Mini Stocks
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Pure Stocks
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Sportsman
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Street Stocks
Sunday    05/19/13    Kentucky Motor Speedway    Whitesville    KY    Thunder Stocks
Sunday    05/19/13    Legion Speedway    Wentworth     NH    POWRi Lucas Oil Outlaw Midgets
Sunday    05/19/13    Scotia World    Halifax    NS    Parts for Trucks Pro Stocks
Sunday    05/19/13    Orange County Fair Speedway    Middletown    NY    World of Outlaw Sprint Cars
Sunday    05/19/13    Toledo Speedway    Toledo     OH    ARCA
Sunday    05/19/13    Music City Quarter Midget Racing Association    Hermitage    TN     USAC National Quarter Midgets
Sunday    05/19/13    Grays Harbor Raceway    Elma     WA    USAC Northwest Ignite Midgets
Sunday    05/19/13    Angell Park Speedway    Sun Prairie     WI    Badger Micro Sprints
Sunday    05/19/13    Angell Park Speedway    Sun Prairie     WI    Badger Midgets
Sunday    05/19/13    Angell Park Speedway    Sun Prairie     WI    Legends
Tuesday    05/21/13    New Egypt Speedway    New Egypt     NJ    World of Outlaw Sprint Cars
Wednesday    05/22/13    I-35 Speedway    Mason City    IA    USMTS Modifieds
Wednesday    05/22/13    Terre Haute Action Track    Terre Haute    IN    USAC Sprint Cars
Wednesday    05/22/13    Valley Speedway    Grain Valley    MO    ASCS Winged Sprints
Wednesday    05/22/13    Millbridge Speedway    Salisbury    NC    125 Mini Outlaw
Wednesday    05/22/13    Millbridge Speedway    Salisbury    NC    Beginner Box Stock Mini Outlaw
Wednesday    05/22/13    Millbridge Speedway    Salisbury    NC    Box Stock Mini Outlaw
Wednesday    05/22/13    Millbridge Speedway    Salisbury    NC    NBA Clone Go-Karts
Wednesday    05/22/13    Millbridge Speedway    Salisbury    NC    Open Mini Outlaw
Wednesday    05/22/13    TBA    TBA    TBA    World of Outlaw Sprint Cars
Thursday    05/23/13    Highway 3 Raceway    Allison    IA    USMTS Modifieds
Thursday    05/23/13    Indiana State Fairgrounds    Indianapolis    IN    USAC Silver Crown
Thursday    05/23/13    Lucas Oil Speedway    Wheatland    MO    Lucas Oil Dirt Late Models
Thursday    05/23/13    I-80 Speedway    Greenwood    NE    ASCS Winged Sprints

Mike Neff is a Senior Writer and the Short Track Reporter for Frontstretch.com. He can be reached via email at mike.neff@frontstretch.com. Follow him on Twitter at @MNeffShortTrack.

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TODAY ON THE FRONTSTRETCH:


by Matt Stallknecht

by Amy Henderson

by the Frontstretch Staff

by Jeff Meyer

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FRONTSTRETCH TRIVIA:

Q: The late Dick Trickle started the 1996 Winston Cup season without a full-time ride.  After what turned out to a one-off in Brittan Schnell's No. 63 Purina Ford in the Daytona 500, Trickle drove in eight races (out of ten attempts) in the Healthsource-sponsored No. 19 for TriStar Motorsports.  How did Trickle end up in the seat?

Check back Monday for the answer, here in the Frontstretch Newsletter!
 
Thursday's Answer:

Q: In the 1994 Winston Open, Dave Marcis debuted new sponsorship from The Olive Garden.  Marcis ran well in the event, but things did not end well for the veteran.  What happened?

A: Marcis, in a move that was fairly typical of the veteran racer, stayed out under a yellow when much of the rest of the field pitted in order to take the lead.  Shortly after the restart, he had just lost the advantage to Jeff Gordon when Ward Burton bumped him in the quad-oval.  Marcis tried to save his Chevrolet, but couldn't quite do it, spinning in front of most of the field entering Turn 1.  By the time the smoke cleared, nearly a dozen cars were involved.  The crash can be seen here in real time.  Chuck Bown was briefly upside down in the crash (admittedly, it's a little hard to tell in the clip, but it happened).  Marcis and seven other drivers were all eliminated in the crash.

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Monday on the Frontstretch:

Thinkin' Out Loud: Sprint All-Star Race by Mike Neff
Mike is back with his overall thoughts from Saturday night's exhibition race from Charlotte.

Commentary
by Summer Bedgood
Summer takes a look at one of the biggest stories to come out of Charlotte.

Commentary by TBA
One of the Frontstretch Staff members will stop by with their thoughts on Saturday night's action from Charlotte.

Big Six:
Sprint All-Star Race by Amy Henderson
Amy has your weekly look at the Who, What, When, Where, Why and How from a weekend of racing at Charlotte.

Pace Laps: Charlotte Weekend by the Frontstretch Staff
It's back again this season! The staff gets together to help you catch up on the latest and greatest going on in each series coming out of a weekend at Charlotte.

Tracking the Trucks: North Carolina Education Lottery 200 by Amy Henderson
Amy has all the post-race analysis you need following Friday night's Camping World Truck Series race from Charlotte.

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