Austin Beers at 22 years old in 2025 was the youngest driver to win the NASCAR Whelen modified championship. Beers was presented the Richie Evans Memorial Driver of the Year award on asphalt, at last weekend’s Eastern Motorsports Press Association 53rd. convention in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
By Tom Coughlin
If you were planning to go to Royal Mountain Ski Area for Round 2 of the Snow Drags. They have canceled their program due to the frigid temperatures forecast for this weekend.
Pro stock driver Jordan Modiano has a vision. in his most recent announcement. "As an Autism Dad, I started Racers 4 Autism to do something real-create actual employment opportunities for autistic and neurodiverse individuals in our community". He goes on to say. "Last year we hired our first employee with special needs. This year, the goal is to keep her employed and hire another person". An event will be held with a little variance on the standard fundraiser. In an effort to raise funds for Autism Awareness there will be a special night of Community & Impact hosted by Glennpeter Jewelers on Thursday, February 5 from 5:30 until 7:30 pm. The event is a Racers 4 Autism Fundraiser at 1544 Central Avenue, Albany, N.Y. 12205 . A $25 entry fee cash/check at the door or online. What to expect: a relaxed, welcoming night~not a stuffy fundraiser, lite hot & cold fare included, dessert, cash bar-wine, beer, soda, coffee, and water (100% of proceeds donated), and one raffle ticket. Raffles & silent auction items, including: A wine tasting Experience for up to 40 people (valued at $1,700) A Princess Party Experience for up to six girls (ages 7+) (valued at $300) A rain/snow date of Thursday, March 5. Enjoy an evening of food, connection, raffles, and silent auctions-all in support of Racers 4 Autism and our mission to create meaningful opportunities for autistic and neurodiverse individuals. Additional raffle items will also be available throughout the evening. All proceeds benefit Racers 4 Autism. RSVP by Wednesday, January 28 at www.eventbrite.com./e/racers-4-autism-charity-event-registration-1979867955351.
On a different need, the people that provide emergency services at many of our area speedway facilities, the Teal Suit Team, team leader recently sent me the following note. The Teal Suit Team is looking for help in securing donations for some Specialized Race Track safety training provided by the SFI Organization. I have personally attended the training and currently hold a certification for this training. This specialized training is recognized in both the U.S.A. and Canada. My goal is to bring this training to my team that covers Fonda Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, and Brookfield Speedway. As you can imagine the training will cost us to bring it local. I currently have a little over 20 members on the team. If you are interested in helping us meet our goal please let me know and be kind enough to provide your mailing address so that we may properly thank you. Wishing you a safe and successful 2026 racing season. From Terri Mohrman TEAL Suit safety team leader. Terri can be contacted through messenger or by telephone at 518-774-8528.
Another racing team seeking help with sponsorship and in the garage is Montgomery Tremont. They are looking for onboard sponsors to support their race program and new crew members to optimize their performance. If interested you can contact the following through facebook. Montgomery Tremont Racing page, Montgomery Tremont, or Kaylee Dangleis.
If you would be interested in being a track official. The Accord Speedway a.k.a. The Ulster County Bullring is in need of a flagger for the 2026 season. You can contact the track through messenger or by email at accordspeedway@outlook.com
The 10th. edition of the Shaffer Racing Bowling Tournament & Party is scheduled to kickoff the 2026 racing season on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Come join Happy Harry Shaffer and Shaffer Racing at Kelly’s Imperial Bowling Center 249 Wall