Trackside Tidbits, by Debi Domby
SOUTHGATE MI (7-16-08)--For those of you that stayed home, you missed two terrific 50 lappers. Both the Super Late Models and the Street Stock A division feature were hotly contested and lot of side by side racing. Both divisions the top six cars pretty much ran under a blanket. I think the largest lead for either division was maybe a car length if that... mostly everyone ran doorhandle to doorhandle.
...Justin Schroeder Scores First Career Outlaw Win in The Biggest Race of the Year
Flat Rock, MI 7/28/08- Some say a win is a win but when it's the first of your career and not to mention that it's the biggest race of the year so far, it may be just a bit more special than an average win. Twenty-one year old Justin Schroeder made a dream come true as he won the Stan Yee Memorial 150 at the Flat Rock Speedway in dominating fashion. Schroeder took the lead on lap eighty and never looked back lapping the entire field with the exception of second and third place finishers.
...Dupuis Notches Mt. Dew 250 At Flat Rock
Final Enduro Now Set Aug 29th.
Flat Rock, MI (8-3-2008)-- Veteran Tristan Dupuis made it 2 in a row after capturing the Mt. Dew 250 lap Enduro at Flat Rock Speedway on a bright, sunny Sunday afternoon. Mike Bershback topped the field in the 25 lap ARCA David’s Jewelry 4 Cylinder main event.
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Rain Hits Flat Rock Again
Flat Rock, MI (8-9-2008)-- Flat Rock Speedway suffered yet another rainout, as the Lakeshore Utility Trailer Night fell victim to the elements. All of qualifying was completed, as the Buckeye Super Sprints, Flat Rock’s Figure 8’s, Street Stocks, 4 Cylinders all time trialed before the rain. The Michigan Legends were also on hand for the big 5 division program.
The rain began at the end of qualifying at 6:25 p.m. and the track was just about ready to go when another rain hit the track at 7:45 p.m., ending the racing card.
More details will be available tomorrow.
...Rain Hits Flat Rock Again; Autograph Night August 16
FLAT ROCK, MI: (8-10-08): For the fourth time in the last eight Saturday events, Flat Rock Speedway suffered yet another cancellation of its race card. The Lakeshore Utility Trailer Sales-sponsored event of August 9, featuring the Buckeye Super Sprints, Michigan Legends and the track's weekly ARCA Street Stocks, Figure 8's and 4 Cylinders fell victim to the rain. A total of 105 cars were on hand.
...Racer's Reunion and Autograph Night at Flat Rock Speedway this Saturday
It's Your Last Chance Before The Snow Flies!!!!
Flat Rock Dodges Rain
FLAT ROCK, MI (5-3-2008)-- While rain fell for much of the day just 3 miles from the track, Flat Rock Speedway saw just a pair of quick showers that lasted only a few minutes. The decision was made to continue with Saturday’s racing card. A dedicated cast of fans and race teams showed for the Armed Forces/Good Neighbor Night, taking in a swift and very competitive night of racing, which turned quite cold and breezy. Eric Lee, Dennis Whisman, Dan Ford Jr. and Clyde McKee were the winners in their classes. Complete Results
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Lee-Miller-DeMaggio-Abel Tops on Allen Chevy Night at Flat Rock
FLAT ROCK, MI (5-10-2008)-- Eric Lee, Jeremy Miller, Randy DeMaggio and Rich Abel were victorious in their respective feature events on Allen Chevrolet-Cadillac Night at Flat Rock Speedway. A crisp, clear evening greeted fans for the third night of racing at the ¼ mile asphalt oval. Tom Allen of Allen Chevy presented the trophies to the victors.
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Hahn Takes Heritage Newspapers 100 at Flat Rock
FLAT ROCK MI (5-31-2008)-- The best night of weather for the 2008 season brought out a good crowd to Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night. Local favorite Paul Hahn captured the Heritage Newspapers 100 for the ARCA Lincoln Welders Truck Series, while Dennis Whisman topped a thrilling Figure 8 main, Regan Ford and Ed Hindall notched the Street Stock feature wins. Brad Turner capped the night with the win in the 4 Cylinder Main event. Bob DeSloover, representing the Heritage papers, presented the trophies to the winners. A large group of Scouts were on hand for Scout Night, and the UAW Local 387/3000 members were also in attendance.
...Flat Rock Street Stocks Invited to Greater Detroit Auto Auction Open House July 23rd
Schroeder Scores Upset Win in Moran Chevy/Yee Memorial 150
Flat Rock, MI: (7-26-08)-- For those who follow Flat Rock Speedway’s Late Model class, everyone knows just how competitive it is. And for those that witnessed Saturday night’s Moran Chevrolet/Stan Yee Memorial 150, Justin Schroeder’s win might be an upset of sorts. But the Canton, MI youngster, who has improved all season, made his first-ever win very, very special with the victory and a $2866 payday in the track’s longest race of the season. Ann Yee, Stan Sr.’s widow, made the “Gold Buddha” trophy presentation to Justin in the Greater Detroit Auto Auction Winner’s Circle.
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Pelletier-Miller-Ford Jr.-Chartrand Flat Rock Winners
Flat Rock, MI (8-23-2008)-- With temperatures in the 90’s and humidity to match, there was extra flavor added to Saturday night’s Stoney Creek Auto Parts Kids Night at Flat Rock Speedway. Over 500 kids were in attendance to take advantage of the track’s free admission, hot dog, chips and a drink for kids 14 and under. On the track, the action was sometimes wild and extremely entertaining and exciting. Paul Pelletier, Jeremy Miller, Dan Ford Jr. and Steve Chartrand were feature winners. Kevin Butzin of Stoney Creek, who also competed in the Late Model class, made trophy presentations to the victors. The entire race card was completed at 9:45 p.m.
...Flat Rock Speedway Rain Update (9-13-2008)-- 10:42am
Track officials will make a decision at noon today regarding today's event. We will also be announcing a future rain date for the School Bus Figure 8 race in the event of a rain out.
Currently, the set rain date is Sunday September 14th, but due to storms and effects from Hurricane Ike this date may change. Please visit www.flatrockspeedway.com for up to date information.
WE WILL MAKE OUR DECISIONS AT 12 NOON TODAY.
...Flat Rock's School Bus Figure 8 Show Rained Out; Re-set For Friday, September 19
Flat Rock, MI (9-13-08): A solid rain pattern has forced the postponement of the Pepsi School Bus Figure 8 races Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway. Track officials have reset the race for Friday, Septermber 19th at 7:30 p.m. The original rain date was for Sunday afternoon, but the steadying effects of Hurricane Ike on the weather forecast for tomorrow for more rain pushed the make-up date to next Friday evening.
ALL tickets dated for September 13th will be honored for the Friday, September 19th show date. Times will change slightly; the front gates and box office will both open at 5 p.m., with racing at 7:30 p.m. The pit gate will open at 5 p.m. with practice slated for 6 p.m.
ALL general admission tickets and kids' tickets will go on sale at 5:30 when the box office opens. A small amount of reserved seating remains. Those will go on sale Monday morning by calling the track office at 734-782-2480.
In addition to the School Bus Figure 8 race, the Michigan Legends Cars and the Street Stocks/Figure 8's (on the oval track) will be in competition.
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2008 Flat Rock Speedway Car Show Entries Continue to Pour In
TOLEDO OH (3-13-08)—Whether you’re a fan of Late Models, Street Stocks, Sportsmen, Factory Stocks, Figure-8’s 4-Cylinders or Go-Karts, there is one place you need to be in the coming weeks: your local shopping mall. Whether you live in Downriver Detroit or Suburban Toledo, chances are your favorite Flat Rock or Toledo Speedway machine will be on display at Frenchtown Square Mall in Monroe, Michigan, Westfield Franklin Park Mall in Toledo, Westland Shopping Center in Westland, Michigan or Southland Center in Taylor, Michigan. To enter your car, download the form and return it to Scott Schultz asap. mall_show_form_2008
...March Flat Rock/Toledo Speedway Bulletin
TOLEDO OH (3-18-08)--This is the last bulletin of the off-season. Flat Rock office opens April 7; Toledo phone number is 419-727-1100. Please direct all calls to Toledo until April 7; then you may call either track.
...Condolences to the family of Diane Walker
TOLEDO OH (3-19-08)--Condolences to ARCA member Gary Allen, brother of Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway driver Ron Allen, on the death of his girlfriend Diane Walker.
...Trackside Tidbits by Debi Domby
Flat Rock's Moran Chevy/Stan Yee Memorial Moved to July 26
Enduro, Rollover Contest, Race Car Bowling, 4 Cylinders this Saturday
Flat Rock, MI (6-30-2008)-- For the second week in a row, heavy rains washed out Flat Rock Speedway’s biggest race of the year, the Moran Chevrolet/Stan Yee Memorial 150 for the ARCA Late Models. Track officials have moved the event to Saturday evening, July 26. The rest of the 2008 schedule remains unchanged at this time.
...Dupuis Sails at Flat Rock; Takes Diet Pepsi 250 Enduro Win
FLAT ROCK, MI (7-5-2008)-- Veteran Tristan Dupuis made the long trip from Alto, MI to Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night and sped to victory in the Diet Pepsi 250 lap Enduro race. A solid turnout of fans enjoyed great weather and race car bowling, a rollover contest and a win by Ray McClure in the ARCA David’s Jewelry 4 Cylinder feature race.
...Flat Rock Speedway Bulletin
Attention Flat Rock Street Stocks
Flat Rock, MI (7-12-2008)-- To be eligible for the August 2 100 lap race for the Street Stocks, you must have competed a minimum of 2 times prior to the event. Questions—call Scott at 734-782-2480. ...Moran Chevrolet-Stan Yee Memorial 150 This Weekend
Enduro 250 Date Change
THE FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY ENDURO 250
AND 4 CYLINDER RACE SCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, AUG. 31 HAS BEEN CHANGED! THE DATE IS NOW…
FRIDAY, AUG. 29
PITS OPEN AT 4:30
4 CYL. PRACTICE AT 6:15
RACING AT 7:30 P.M.
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Bulletin: ARCA Flat Rock Speedway Late Model Teams
Flat Rock, MI (8-4-2008)-- Just to update you on the remainder of the 2008 schedule;
Your next race is Saturday, August 16 (Autograph Night). Pits open at 1:30, practice at 3, time trials 4:30, autographs at 6:15, racing at 7. (Schedule moved up ½ hour as usual for Autograph session).
This race will be an impound race—the notice was posted on the payoff window July 26 (150 lap event) for those of you that did not see it. Read More for additional information.
Action-Packed Night at Flat Rock
Flat Rock, MI (8-16-2008)-- There was activity both on and off the track on a perfect day weather-wise Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway, as “The Rock” hosted the Sterling Printing and Graphics/Leppen Chiropractic Autograph Night. Fans were treated by Flat Rock’s race teams to candy, photos and treats during the on-track autograph session prior to the race program. Feature winners for the night were Eric Lee, Billy Earley, Mike Jaynes and Larry Smouthers Jr.
...Attention Figure 8 and Street Stock Teams
Flat Rock Speedway has found a source to take your discarded Hoosier Sportsman tires. They may be dropped off at the track Saturday night or during the week; please check in at the office before doing so on weekdays. The track, as previously announced, is also taking Late Model tires of compounds 3035, 3045, F-45 and F-56.
...Whisman Flat Rock Figure 8 King For 2008
Flat Rock, MI (8-30-2008)-- Dennis “The Rebel” Whisman delivered Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway, taking the ARCA Speedway Bar and Grille Figure 8 25 lap Championship feature and capturing the 2008 Flat Rock track championship in the process. Chris Benson, Rob Moore and Jim Selmi were also feature winners on a perfect night for racing.
...February Flat Rock/Toledo Speedway Bulletin
TOLEDO OH (2-20-08)--This is the third of our winter bulletins. March issue will be posted around the 20th. The schedules are also now posted on the website. Flat Rock office is closed; Toledo phone number is 419-727-1100. Please direct all calls to Toledo.
...Flat Rock, Toledo Special Event Tickets Now on Sale
TOLEDO OH (2-29-08) - Reserved seat tickets are now on sale for several special events at both Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways for the upcoming racing season.
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