“Money” Mat Williamson in victory lane after winning the 61-lap Super DIRTcar Series race at Albany-Saratoga Speedway last Friday.
This evening, Albany-Saratoga Speedway has a modified division feature paying $3,000. The 358 modified division has a DiCarlo's Auto Body modified shootout; also on the program are crate 602 sportsman, pro stock, and 4-cylinder divisions.
Utica-Rome Speedway has a double header this weekend as their point season begins tonight for their weekly divisions: DIRTcar 358 modified, crate 602 sportsman, pro stock, and limited sportsman. Pits open at 4:00 pm, grandstand at 5:00 pm, hot laps at 6:15 pm, and racing at 7:00 pm. Then Sunday is the second annual Jim Normoyle Memorial for the DIRTcar pro stock division, joined by the DIRTcar big block modified division and limited sportsman division. Currently, the Normoyle purse sits at $14,000 and added bonus money is over $3,500. Pit gates open at 2:00 pm, grandstand at 3:00 pm, hot laps at 3:00 pm, and racing at 5:00 pm.
Devil's Bowl Speedway in West Haven, Vermont does have an open practice tonight. Pit gates open at 4:00 pm; grandstand opens and practice starts at 6:00 pm until approximately 9:00 pm.
On Saturday, Fonda Speedway has a regular program with all weekly divisions: Amsterdam Truck Center modified, Swagger Factory Apparel crate 602 sportsman, Leatherstocking Credit Union pro stock, Montgomery County Office for Aging limited sportsman, and Fonda Fair 4-cylinder.
Devil’s Bowl Speedway in West Haven, Vermont is celebrating their 60th anniversary with the DIRTcar 358 modified series 60-lap, $5,000 to win King of the Clay. Also on the card is a sportsman modified 20-lap shootout paying $1,000, limited sportsman, novice sportsman, 500 cc mini sprints, and mini stocks. Pit gates open at 1:00 pm, grandstand at 3:30 pm, hot laps at 4:00 pm, and racing at 5:00 pm. Devil's Bowl announced this week that as part of their 60th anniversary celebration, former NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace will be at the track on Saturday, August 22nd.
On Sunday, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park will hold an open practice for all divisions from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm. Pit gates open at 11:00 am and the grandstand opens at 12:00 pm.
Airborne Park Speedway in Plattsburgh opens with the Leon Gonyo Memorial 40-lap feature for the DIRTcar 358 modified division. Also on the program are the sportsman division in a 30-lap $1,500 to win feature, plus the limited sportsman, renegades, mini stocks, and Crown Vics. Pits open at 12:00 pm, grandstand at 2:30 pm, hot laps at 3:00 pm, and racing at 4:00 pm.
On Saturday, May 2nd, Fonda Speedway will host the annual Bill Ag Memorial Modified Elimination Race. If you would like to get involved by promoting your business or if you are a dedicated fan wishing to participate, please contact Shelly Shaffer at 518-366-2628.
Results from Friday night at "The Great Race Place," Albany-Saratoga Speedway: they opened with the Super DIRTcar Series big block modifieds. As part of the opening ceremonies, the staff and fans paid tribute in honoring promoter Lyle DeVore who, unfortunately, passed away in December after a many-year battle with cancer. The Route 9, Malta facility opened with a full grandstand and packed pit area. Drivers and fans were presented with a smooth racing surface. Six heat races were held for the Super DIRTcar Series big block modified division.
Matt Delorenzo would draw the pole position for the 61-lap feature, with "Money" Mat Williamson sharing the front row. Delorenzo took off at the start and held the lead for much of the race. Unfortunately for the local favorite, Williamson was able to track him down and set Delorenzo up to make the pass. Delorenzo never gave up and continued to stay within striking distance throughout the night, making his best gain coming out of turn two and down the backstretch into turn three. However, Williamson would pull away as they exited turn four and shot down the front straightaway. Williamson would