Happy New Years!
Friday, December 30, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Attention Drag Racers!
Starting as of now we will turn our focus to drag racing. Hope you enjoy this site.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
You are invited.
I would not ask anyone to miss your church. But if your church is not having service tomorrow we would like to invite you to Plano Chapel Holiness Church 1876 Plano Road, Bowling Green, Ky. 42104, Pastor Kevin Hinton. Service for Christmas morning will be at 11:00 a.m. (No Sunday School or Evening Services - This Sunday Only)
Friday, December 23, 2011
Annual Awards Banquet Announced
The Annual Awards Banquet for Beech Bend Raceway and Music City Raceway will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green. The track champions and award winners from each dragstrip will be crowned. This year's banquet will include an opportunity to tour the Corvette Museum, a delicious dinner, cash bar, Year in Review picture show, and many door prizes. Banquet ticket order forms and voting ballots will be on each track's webite soon. We hope you join us to honor this season's champs!
We are NOT closing this site!
After long consideration we've decided to keep this site up and going. However, there will be some changes. Thanks Odell and Margaret Turner
10th Holley NHRA Hot Rod Reunion Ticket Now On Sale.
Ticket Sales for the 10th Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion? On sale now
Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and your families!
Can’t wait for June!
Monique Valadez
Education and Public Relations Manager
The Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum presented by the Automobile Club of Southern California
1101 W. McKinley Ave., Building 3A
Pomona CA, 91768
Direct Line: (909) 622-3389 (909) 622-3389
Museum Fax: (909) 622-1206
June 14-16, 2012
Beech Bend Raceway Park
Bowling Green, Ky
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Beech Bend Park New Ride and Update for 2012 Season
Check out Beech Bend Parks news for 2012 season. Click on this link to see Beech Bend Park 2012 New Ride and Update
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Super Chevy Show
September 23, 2011 - September 25, 2011
Thunder Valley hosts one of the largest Super Chevy Shows on the calendar, September 23-25. For more than 30 years, the Super Chevy Show has been known for some of the most exciting bracket and exhibition racing in the country and this year is no different. Add the Fas Mart Thunder Valley Mayhem presented by Beef O'Brady's on Saturday night, September 24 and this show is a can't-miss event.
Fans should prepare themselves for the ultimate evening of entertainment, including fast machines, extreme thrills and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Details on exhibition acts will be released as soon as they become available.
Thunder Valley Mayhem exhibition runs will take place at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, while the Pro Mods and Jet Cars will run again on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Those in attendance will have plenty of activities to keep them busy all weekend. Bracket racers will flock to Thunder Valley to take part in exciting racing action in Bracket 1 (Super Pro), Bracket 2 (Pro), DOT and True Street. The True Street cruise will take place at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Fans also will get to see a spectacular selection of some of the region's best classic and modern Chevys. Chevy die-hards will be impressed with the attention to detail given to these show machines. The Super Chevy car show is one of the biggest and best Chevy car shows around. Bowtie fans will not want to miss it.
Anyone interested in locating new products for their restoration project will want to visit the Performance & Restoration Marketplace. If that hard-to-find used part is nowhere to be found, the car corral and used parts swap meet is definitely the place to go.
Gates open Friday at 9 a.m. with racer tech inspection. A Test and Tune session is scheduled for noon. Gates open at 8 a.m. on Saturday with Car Show registration and tech inspection also beginning at this time. Time trials take place from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday's bracket racing begins at 3 p.m.
Saturday's Fas Mart Thunder Valley Mayhem presented by Beef O'Bradys has two pro show sessions scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Spectator Admission is $10 Friday and $20 both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday's admission includes Thunder Valley Mayhem. A weekend pass is available for only $30. Ages 10 and under are $5 per day, or $10 for the weekend. Full hook-up camping is available for $100.
Beech Bend Raceway Park NHRA Drags Canceled.
RAIN OUT 9-4-11
NHRA DRAGS SUNDAY POINTS RACES GOT ONE ROUND IN BEFORE THE RAIN.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
MAC TOOLS U.S. NATIONALS presented by Lucas Oil
August 31-September 5 - Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis
Already the biggest, most prestigious event in drag racing, the 2011 edition of the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals promises to be one of the most memorable events in NHRA history. Championship points and a shot at the title will be on the line with every qualifying and eliminations run John Force, Larry Dixon, Tony Schumacher, Doug Kalitta and the biggest stars in drag racing make. And new this year, as a part of NHRA's 60th anniversary celebration, we'll honor Bob Glidden and Shirley Muldowney! Glidden, a Pro-Stock pioneer is the career leader with nine Mac Tools U.S. Nationals wins, while Top Fueler Muldowney was the first NHRA driver, male or female, to win three world champions. We'll honor both legends throughout the weekend with autograph sessions, car displays and more. You don't want to miss this event!
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
NMCA Nationals at Beech Bend Raceway Park
Photo"s Courtesy of PBO Photography
Beech Bend Raceway Park had a huge turnout for the NMCA Nationals last weekend. I had the pleasure to shoot some really nice drag cars. I will have the results as soon as they are available to me.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
The Horsepower Racin' Hour Radio Show!
Don't forget to tune in tonight (Thursday) at 7:00 pm-8:00 pm on D93 (FM) or check them out online. I think their guest will be a female racer. You will enjoy host Smokin Joe Morris and Spivey Williams as they talk about racing.
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Monday, July 11, 2011
THIS WEEKEND DRAG RACE RESULTS.
SATURDAY 7-9-11
- O'Reilly's Shootout Winner LARRY KEY
- Beech Bend Gamblers Race Winner RANDY ROGERS
- Wild Street JOEL GREATHOUSE
SUNDAY 7-10-11
- Super Pro RYAN RICHARDSON
- Pro LOGAN KIRBY
- 1/4 Mile Trophy JOSH BAKER
- Jr. Dragster NATHAN JONES
- Bikes JOHN MARKHAM
- Sportsman JOSH BAKER
A STORY OF A LOCAL DRAG RACER.
Photo Courtesy of PBO Photography
I had the pleasure of shooting a series of photo's of a local racer. This is John Labbous, Jr. of White House, TN. Here is my interview. (Q) How long have you been drag racing? (A) 21 Years (Q) Did you start out in a dragster? (A) No, my first year was a door car. I still run door cars today sometimes. (Q) John, what is your most memorable race event? (A) It would have to be The 50 at Michigan during the 2009 season. (Q) John is there anyone you would like to thank? (A) First, I would like to thank my family. And then I would like to thank Digital Delay.
NOTE: In closing of this interview I would again like to say thanks John for this interview. Hope to see you at Beech Bend Raceway Park again. Also, good luck in your 2011 season.
Friday, July 8, 2011
UPDATE OF THE POCI AT BEECH BEND RACEWAY THIS WEEKEND
Photo's Courtesy of Odell Turner / PBO Photography
I was at Beech Bend Raceway today for the POCI. The Pontiac's have invaded Bowling Green, KY. this weekend. Today they run times down the drag strip. Tomorrow (Saturday) they will have a huge Pontiac car show at the track and more drag racing. Come on out for a fun time and see some old Pontiac's like you haven't seen in years.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Women Go Fast Too!
Photo Courtesy of Odell Turner / PBO Photography
I had the pleasure of taking these photo's of Kimberly. She is Kimberly DeShields of Norwich, CT. I really enjoyed talking to her and getting an interview. Here is my interview with her. (Q) How long have you been racing bikes? (A) I have been racing for three years. (Q) How did you get started racing? (A) My brother raced. (Q) What has been your best performance? (A) I finished second in Mississippi on the 1/8 mile track in 2009. (Q) What kind of ET do you nornally have? (A) On the 1/4 mile I stay around 10.90 to 11.50 (Q) Who do you pilot the bike for? (A) The owner of my bike and team is Chuck Newman. Chuck is from Murfreesboro, TN. He has been involved in bike racing for 30+ years. My brother rode for Chuck for about three years. Chuck is also my Crew Chief. He has been racing with the AMRA series from the time Marty bought the AMRA series.
I would again like to thank Chuck and Kimberly for their time and friendship. I look forward to seeing you guys again in September. By the way Kimberly was the #1 Qualifier at Beech Bend this June. Good Job! and Good Luck in 2011.
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Something Goes Wrong As The Pilot Of His Bike Tries To Start The Bike.
Photo Courtesy of Odell Turner / PBO Photography
This pilot was taken to the ground as he tried to spray starter fluid in the bike.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
AMRA HARLEY BIKE SHOW CONTEST
NHRA Staff at the Hot Rod Reunion were honored by being made Kentucky Colonels.
Photo Courtesy of P.O. Brown
Commissions for Kentucky Colonels are given by the Governor and the Secretary of State to individuals in recognition of noteworthy accomplishments and outstanding service to a community, state or the nation.
Presented to: Left to right:
Eileen Daniels
Greg Sharp
Tony Thacker
Steve Gibbs
Dave McClelland
Monday, June 20, 2011
First Win for Lincoln Hassell in Nostalgia Top Fuel and Peter Gallen Crowned Two-Time Nostalgia Funny Car Champ at the 9th Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA, June 16-18
9th Annual Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA
June 16-18
June 16-18
BOWLING
GREEN, KY (Monday, June 20, 2011) – It was a wet and wild Father’s Day
weekend for more than 400 racers competing in the Hot Heads Research
& Racing Eliminations at the 9th annual Holley NHRA
National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA at Beech Bend Raceway Park,
June 16-18. Rain storms on Friday and Saturday put racing on a
temporary hold. By late Saturday evening, 11 nostalgic racers were crowned and celebrating with family and crews in the Winner’s Circle.
In
Nostalgia Top Fuel, Lincoln Hassell of Raleigh, NC defeated Jim Young
of Salem, Wi who ran at the top round after round but in the finals his
engine failed and was unable to run. Hassell had the win in the bag
with a run of 12.167 et at 69.89 mph. Hassell and his team felt shorted
in the win, nonetheless, they were extremely happy and pumped up enough
to head out to the 20th California Hot Rod Reunion presented by Automobile Club of Southern California, Oct 21-23.
“I
feel bad with the way that we won against Jim Young who was racing so
well, but still so pleased that we ran good and it’s the first time we
ran this car in 5 years” said Hassell. “I’m just so glad to be racing
here on hallowed ground in Bowling Green. We look forward to this race
every year and with this win we’d like to head out to California for
the annual Hot Rod Reunion.”
Peter
Gallen of Broomoll, PA was having a déjà vu moment when he was crowned
Nostalgia Funny Car Champion. This is Gallen’s back to back win at the
annual Reunion. Gallen defeated Jon Capps of Las Vegas, NV with a 6.118
et at 237.38 mph against Capps 8.796, 104.96 run. Once
again, Gallen celebrated in the Winner’s Circle with his entire crew
and lovely family including his toddler son who made it another awesome
father’s day celebration.
“I
just love this place and couldn’t have done it back to back without my
amazing crew. I’m just the puppet in the circus. The one who pushes the
pedals,” said Gallen.
In
Junior Fuel, Ken Hawkins of Poolville, TX was left speechless and with
a huge grin in the Winner’s Circle on Saturday night. Hawkins took the
championship with a 7.465, 176.88 against fellow Texan Jeff Jones who
ran 7.537 at 170.92 mph.
“I’m
at a loss for words right now and thankful for my entire crew and
family without these people this doesn’t happen,” said Hawkins.
7.0
Pro Champ Ron Huegli in his 1976 Monza “Tiki Warrior” came all the way
from West Linn, OR to run at the Reunion in Bowling Green. He defeated
Steve Walczak of Rochester, NY with a 7.073 at 197.16 mph.
“I
feel really good we got one win and intend going to Bakersfield to get
the second. We drove 2,470 miles to bring it here to Bowling Green and
we showed them how it’s done Westcoast style – thanks to Mike Croft,”
expressed a jubilant Huegli.
One of the most memorable and historical wins was in the AA/Gas class which only ran a 1/8th
of a mile. It was a first time class that raced at the Reunion and
first time win for longtime Reunion participant Fred Bear of the
legendary S&S race team. Bear was crowned champion in this class making it his first win ever at the Reunion.
“This
is my first national event I have ever won,” said Bear. “When I hit it
into high gear, I hollered up to the sky to KS Pittman and said,
‘Buddy, we just won the Holley NHRA Hot Rod Reunion’.”
Holley NHRA Hot Rod Reunion RESULTS:
Nostalgia Top FuelChampion Lincoln Hassell, Raleigh, NC, ’05 Boulton, 12.167, 69.89
R/U Jim Young, Salem, Wi, .000
#1 Qualifier Jim Young, 6.120,214.55
Low E.T. Jim Young, 5.756
Top Speed Jim Young, 253.61
R/U Jim Young, Salem, Wi, .000
#1 Qualifier Jim Young, 6.120,214.55
Low E.T. Jim Young, 5.756
Top Speed Jim Young, 253.61
Nostalgia Funny Car
Champion Peter Gallen, Broomoll, PA, ’74 Vega, 6.118, 237.38
R/U Jon Capps, Las Vegas, NV, 8.796, 104.96
#1 Qualifier Jon Capps, 6.063, 223.14
Low E.T. Peter Gallen, 6.015
Top Speed Peter Gallen, 243.63
Champion Peter Gallen, Broomoll, PA, ’74 Vega, 6.118, 237.38
R/U Jon Capps, Las Vegas, NV, 8.796, 104.96
#1 Qualifier Jon Capps, 6.063, 223.14
Low E.T. Peter Gallen, 6.015
Top Speed Peter Gallen, 243.63
Junior FuelChampion Ken Hawkins, Poolville, TX, ’05 Boulton, 7.465, 176.88
R/U Jeff Jones, Garland, TX, 7.537, 170.92
#1 Qualifier Odie Coker, Dallas, TX, 7.287, 181.25
Low E.T. Odie Coker, 7.287
Top Speed Scott Peters, Burlingame, KS, 181.35
R/U Jeff Jones, Garland, TX, 7.537, 170.92
#1 Qualifier Odie Coker, Dallas, TX, 7.287, 181.25
Low E.T. Odie Coker, 7.287
Top Speed Scott Peters, Burlingame, KS, 181.35
7.0 Pro
Champion Ron Huegli, West Linn, OR, ’76 Monza, 7.073, 197.16
R/U Steve Walczak, Rochester, NY, 7.201, 152.19
#1 Qualifier Ron Huegli, 7.080, 195.93
Champion Ron Huegli, West Linn, OR, ’76 Monza, 7.073, 197.16
R/U Steve Walczak, Rochester, NY, 7.201, 152.19
#1 Qualifier Ron Huegli, 7.080, 195.93
Competition EliminatorChampion Jeff Bahret, Shringville, NY, ’32 Altered, 8.204, 160.56
R/U Michelle Lewis, Louisville, KY, 8.425, 182.45
#1 Qualifier Russell Snyder, Cordona, TN, 8.048
R/U Michelle Lewis, Louisville, KY, 8.425, 182.45
#1 Qualifier Russell Snyder, Cordona, TN, 8.048
Gas Eliminator
Champion Daniel Hobbs, Hawesville, KY, ’56 Thunderbird, 9.052, 133.32
R/U Tommy Cook, Columbia, KY, 8.509, 155.87
#1 Qualifier Sam Patrick, Sand Point, MI, 10.000
Champion Daniel Hobbs, Hawesville, KY, ’56 Thunderbird, 9.052, 133.32
R/U Tommy Cook, Columbia, KY, 8.509, 155.87
#1 Qualifier Sam Patrick, Sand Point, MI, 10.000
Modified EliminatorChampion Adam Cline, Franklin, KY, ’68 Camaro, 10.185, 116.58
R/U Bill Kueber, Mt Vernon, IN, 11.712, 114.41
#1 Qualifier Adam Cline, 10.009
R/U Bill Kueber, Mt Vernon, IN, 11.712, 114.41
#1 Qualifier Adam Cline, 10.009
Nostalgia Super StockChampion Barry Camp, Monroe, GA, ’66 Biscayne, 9.522, 122.44
R/U Clay Kossuth, Catawiss, MO, 10.058, 134.60
#1 Qualifier Richard Morris, Collierville, TN, 11.002, 121.66
R/U Clay Kossuth, Catawiss, MO, 10.058, 134.60
#1 Qualifier Richard Morris, Collierville, TN, 11.002, 121.66
Top Stock Eliminator
Champion Neal Broyles, Beech Bluff, TN, ’69 Dodge, 10.953, 120.49
R/U Chad Mahlosky, Greenville, KY, 11.444, 110.30
#1 Qualifier Neal Broyles, 11.008
Champion Neal Broyles, Beech Bluff, TN, ’69 Dodge, 10.953, 120.49
R/U Chad Mahlosky, Greenville, KY, 11.444, 110.30
#1 Qualifier Neal Broyles, 11.008
Hot Rod EliminatorChampion Dale Johnson, Franklin, KY, ’74 Vega, 9.375, 140.52
R/U Justin Leitzman, Martinsville, IN, 11.830, 110.61
#1 Qualifier Greg Turley, Louisville, KY, 12.433
R/U Justin Leitzman, Martinsville, IN, 11.830, 110.61
#1 Qualifier Greg Turley, Louisville, KY, 12.433
Geezer Gassers
Champion Greg Burge, Petal, MS, ’41 Willys PU, 11.630, 98.77
R/U Jesse James, Waterloo, WI, 11.038, 118.51
#1 Qualifier Brian Blasey, Hawthorn Woods, IL, 11.009, 116.68
Champion Greg Burge, Petal, MS, ’41 Willys PU, 11.630, 98.77
R/U Jesse James, Waterloo, WI, 11.038, 118.51
#1 Qualifier Brian Blasey, Hawthorn Woods, IL, 11.009, 116.68
For information about the 9th Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA, visit the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum at http://museum.nhra.com.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Storms hit Beech Bend Raceway Park
Photo Courtesy of Odell Turner/PBO Photography
While shooting photos of the NHRA National Hot Reunion at Beech Bend Raceway Park on Friday 6-17-11 this cloud and storm came up. Needless to say I didn't hang around the drag track and shot this photo as I was taking my photo equipment back to the car. The wind was very strong and I wasn't sure what was going to take place here. The storm didn't last long and didn't do any damage or very little. The good thing no injuries. Today (Saturday 6-18-11) has started out bad as well with rain.
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Beech Bend Raceway Park Sports Nationals results Saturday Night
Jeg's Super Quick winner Jeremy York
Saturday, June 4, 2011
"Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion" NEWS -- Winged Express, Rat Trap Rev Up Beech Bend
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Thursday, June 2, 2011
Tonight on the Horsepower Racin Hour.
Host Spivey Williams and Smokin Joe will have special guest Joe Reynolds #84 on the Horsepower Racin Hour from the studios of D93 at 7:00 p.m. Be sure to tune them in.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Jeg's U.S. Open is Coming to Beech Bend Raceway!
For the first time ever, the Jeg's US Open is coming to Beech Bend Raceway this Wednesday through Sunday, June 1st through June 5th! Don't miss the most awesome drag cars on the planet battling it out for one of the biggest purses ever. Gate admission is just $15 and you get free parking and covered bleachers!
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Clay and Stephanie Jones has their first child.
Clacey Renee Jones
Congratulations to Clay and Stephanie Jones. This week they had the birth of their baby girl. Clay is the son of Beech Bend Raceway Park owners Dallas and Alfreda Jones. Most of you know Clay and Stephanie as they both work all over Beech Bend Park. But most know them from the race tracks. She is a beatiful baby. Again, congratulations to you both on the birth of your first child.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Free Goody Bag with every Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion Full-Event Credential purchase before MAY 29th
To purchase credentials, CALL 1-800-884-NHRA (6472). Outside the U.S. , call 626-250-2497, or purchase ONLINE at www.nhratix.com
This year, the popular nostalgic event has been moved up one day. It will now begin on Thursday, June 16 and end with a grand finale' of Top Fuel and Funny Car finals and the popular Cacklefest on Saturday, June 18! The new schedule will give you time to enjoy a relaxing Father’s Day Sunday.
This Father’s Day, give dad a weekend getaway to Bowling Green , Kentucky for the hottest vintage drag race in town featuring a huge Show n Shine, a Cacklefest, swap meet, drag racing legends and much more. The 9th annual Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA is an affiliate event of the 2011 Hot Rod Heritage Series. Proceeds of the Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion benefit the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum®.
Friday, May 27, 2011
NHRA 25th Annual SportsNational Open today @ Beech Bend Raceway Park
All Photos Courtesy of PBO
I was out at Beech Bend Raceway Park today. I saw some hot rods take to the drag strip. If you like hot rods, bad engines, and the smell of fuel, then be sure to head to Beech Bend Raceway Park this weekend.
NHRA 25th Annual SportsNational Open May 27th-29th @ Beech Bend Raceway Park
We will be running Jr. Dragsters on both Saturday and Sunday. Points will count for the regular brackets and for the Sunday Jr. race the Jr. race on Sunday will also be the Jr. Dragster Challenge that has been rained out for the past two Sunday's.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Don't forget the radio show tonight!
The Horse Power Racin' Hour on D93 FM at 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with host Smokin Joe Morris and Spivey Williams. Sorry, I don't know who is the special guest tonight. Be sure to tune in on the radio or stream line on the internet.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
BBR Drag Racers Points Leaders.
SUPER PRO - Johnny Labbous, Jr. PRO - Clayton Clark SPORTSMAN - Leon Robertson 1/4 MILE TROPHY - Larry Key JUNIOR DRAGSTER - Jay Fox SS/S COMBO - Donna Morris SUPER GAS (BBR AND MUSIC CITY) - Steve Whitlow WILD STREET (BBR AND MUSIC CITY) - Isaac Preston BIKES - Rick Scott Jr. - O'REILLY SHOOTOUT - Larry Key
Can Anyone Help Us Out?
I have been asked about Late Model driver #12 Sammy Sanders. What is up with Sammy? Is he going to race at Beech Bend this year? Is he building a new car? What is the scoop on Sammy Sanders? HELP!!!
Big Story of the Week.
As the races were over and the drivers were leaving the pits, a driver stopped me and told me this. He said he would not be back to Beech Bend Raceway. Apparently some of the drivers got mad at him. I think you front Runner drivers need to post on here and ask him to come on back. If you use your car to take him out you are just a sore loser in my opinion. This is why we don't have car count now, or in part why we don't have more cars. Be a good sportsman and have fun racing. The driver is #23 Tommy Hoover. Tommy hope you change your mind.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Friday Night Stock Car Races
Friday, April 29, 2011
Stock Car Races are on for tonight!
Photo Courtesy of PBO
The river was up and Beech Bend did have some flooding. But it never got to the tracks. However, I talked to Dallas Jones owner of BBR and he did say that all racers must park on the black top in the pits. Remember it has been extremely wet. Thanks and hope to see you there tonight for some of the best stock car racing in the area. (NOTE: Photo of the Barren River late yesterday. Out of her banks.)
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Saturday Night Drags at Beech Bend Raceway
Photo Courtesy of PBO
The weather tried to work on the drags Saturday night. If I had been a betting person I would have lost the bet on us racing. There were tornado warning all around and storms but we never got the rain. There were some bad cars, trucks and bikes at Beech Bend for the fun night drags. Had some really bad mustangs. In the photo above is Bowling Green driver Joel Greathouse. Joel broke and couldn't make the last run which was the final run. B & B Racing had a bad little mustang in the show too! It was a good night of racing. The O'Reilly Shootout winner came down to Larry "Monkey" Key and Jason Haley. Larry took the win. Check out other photos at www.photosbyodell.photoreflect.com
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Become a Vendor at the Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by Auto Club in Kentucky , June 16-18
The Reunion is the best event to find the perfect gift for all the gearheads, hot rodders, and car lovers in your life. Be it a helmet bag, t-shirts, racing parts or recycled car parts, the Reunion will have what you need. Just about anything you can think of is available.
And the best part is that all of these things are sold at the historic Beech Bend Raceway Park by countless merchandisers.
The weekend event is one of the largest in Bowling Green , Ky. and attracts thousands of fans from across the U.S. as well as international fans. That means there are plenty of eager shoppers. Perhaps you have what they’re looking for. Become a part of our Reunion vendor family. We offer affordable vendor prices and some great marketing opportunities. We’re sure you’ll want to return every year to the family-fun Reunion .
If you would like to become a vendor at the Reunion this June, please contact Rose Pohorely at 909/622-8562 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 909/622-8562 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email her at rpohorely@nhra.com. Vendor forms are available online. There are also additional on-site promotional opportunities available.
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The 9th annual Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion is a 3-day festival of speed, hot rods and American automotive enthusiasm featuring loads of family-fun activities such as Hot Heads nostalgic drag racing, the sensational Cacklefest and SoffSeal Show N Shine. The Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion brings to life the sights, sounds and people who made history in the early days of drag racing.
Three-day credentials ($60) are available at 800/884-NHRA or online, www.nhratix.com. Credentials purchased before May 29, 2011 will receive a complimentary “goodie” bag which includes a glossy Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion program, a commemorative dash plaque and a collectible souvenir credential. One-day adult tickets will be available at the gate. Children 15 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult.
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Local stock car drivers grandfather passes away.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dakota Gibson (5A Front Runner Driver) and his entire family.
Cedar Ridge Speedway SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
For Immediate Release
This Saturday night Cedar Ridge Speedway will be adjusting the start times to help maintain the tracks prime surface! The gates will swing open this Saturday at 3pm central time with the draw closing at 6:15pm. Time trials will rocket out of the lanes at 6:45pm and racing at 7:15.
UMP Modifieds will qualify WEEKLY at Cedar Ridge Speedway and the UMP Limited Modifieds will qualify anytime 10 or more are present in that division.
Also this week Cedar Ridge Speedway will host it’s Grand Opening special! Each of the feature winners this Saturday night at CRS will pick up a $100 bonus! This special is for all 7 of the racing division which include: UMP Modifieds, UMP Limited Modifieds, UMP Mini Stock, Pure Stock, Cruisers, Rusty Bolt and Bombers. Just a way to say THANK YOU to our drivers for supporting us and welcoming new teams to the speedway!
Starting this weekend UMP Modifieds will be paid $100 to start the feature even WEEKLY!!
On April 23rd Cedar Ridge Speedway will see the return of the Street Stock division at the 3/8 mile speedplant. Payout and rules will be posted at www.cedarridgespeedway.com within the next 24 hours. Also on April 23rd CRS will be having an Easter Egg hunt for the kids! Tons of prizes will be available with the eggs and there will be 8 very special eggs hidden that will be worth $25.00 each!
Every driver that comes to Cedar Ridge Speedway on April 23 that brings a new unopened bag of candy for the kids will be admitted into the Pits FREE! The driver MUST enter the track WITH HIS or HER CAR and be racing the evening’s event NO EXCEPTIONS!
We look forward to seeing everyone at Cedar Ridge Speedway this Saturday night April 11th!
Cedar Ridge Speedway is located just 2 miles west of Morgantown, KY off the William Natcher Parkway on Hwy. 70.
Hamilton and Chaffin inks a track deal!
Bobby Hamilton, Jr. and Chad Chaffin sign a two year lease at the Nashville Fairground Speedway. They have said it will host at least ten races per year. Congratulations guys and good luck!
The Horsepower Racin' Hour Radio Show
I was invited to be on the radio show again. This Thursday night I met the new owners of the Cedar Ridge Speedway (former Soggy Bottom Speedway) as they were special guest on the show. I hope to be covering Cedar Grove Speedway on this site. The Horsepower Racin' Hour Radio Show with host Smokin' Joe Morris and Spivey Williams is on every week Thursday night 7pm - 8pm on D93 (FM). Check them out!
Rain takes away another race!
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