2018 Competitor Guide
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2018 COMPETITOR GUIDE October 3-7, 2018 Oswego Speedway 2018 NAPA SUPER DIRT WEEK SCHEDULE *Schedule subject to change DAY-DATE TIME EVENT Sun., Sept. 30 12-5 p.m. Grounds open for camper parking Tickets, camping, parking and Pit Pass sales open at Gate 6 (Will Call open) Mon., Oct. 1 12-5 p.m. Grounds open for camper parking Tickets, camping, parking and Pit Pass sales open at Gate 6 (Will Call open) Tues., Oct. 2 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Early Bird Tech Inspection open for all divisions at DIRTcar trailer 11 a.m-8 p.m. Ticket, camping, parking and Pit Pass sales open at Gate 6 (Will Call open) 12-6 p.m. Grounds open for camper parking – reservations & credentials required Utica-Rome Speedway: Super DIRT Week Tuesday Night Pre-Game 7 p.m. DIRTcar 358 Mods (100-lap $4,000-to-win), DIRTcar Sportsman Fall Championship ($1,000-to-win), & 360 Sprint Car Cole Cup ($3,000-to-win) Wed., Oct. 3 7 a.m. Gate 6 open for tickets, parking, campers and haulers (24 hours) 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Gate 2 open for tickets, parking and campers 7:45 a.m. Hauler Pre-Stage in pit area 9 a.m. Inspection begins for all divisions 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Gate 1 open for tickets and parking 12 p.m. (noon) City of Oswego Parade (all divisions) Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified, DIRTcar 358 Mod and DIRTcar 3 p.m. Sportsman Practice Weedsport Speedway: Super DIRT Week Kickoff Party presented by Ferris 7 p.m. featuring the St Lawrence Radiology 100 — DIRTcar 358 Mods and DIRTcar Sportsman 10 p.m. Infield pit area closed Thurs., Oct. 4 7 am.- 8 p.m. Gate 2 open for tickets and parking 8 a.m. Infield pit open Inspection for all divisions at the DIRTcar trailer Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified and DIRTcar 358 Mod Draw opens 9 a.m. Drivers Meetings: Super DIRTcar Series and DIRTcar 358 Mods 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Gate 1 open for tickets and parking 10 a.m. Grandstands open 10-10:55 a.m. DIRTcar 358 Mod Practice 11-11:55 a.m. Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Practice DIRTcar 358 Mod Camping World 150 Time Trials 1:20 p.m. (two laps, top six qualify for front three rows) Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Billy Whittaker Cars 200 Time Trials 2:45 p.m. (two laps, top six qualify for front three rows) Brewerton Speedway: 26th annual Hurricane 100 — DIRTcar 358 Mods plus 7:30 p.m. DIRTcar Sportsman 10 p.m. Infield pit area closed Fri., Oct. 5 10 a.m.-midnight Gates 1 & 2 open for ticketing and parking 12 p.m. Grandstands and infield pit area open DIRTcar Sportsman Inspection open at the DIRTcar trailer Drivers Meetings: DIRTcar Sportsman and Pro Stock 1-1:30 p.m. DIRTcar Pro Stock Practice 1:35- 2 p.m. DIRTcar Sportsman Practice DIRTcar Sportsman Chevy Performance 75 Time Trials 2:15-2:45 p.m. (two laps, top six qualify) 2:50-3:25 p.m. DIRTcar 358 Mod Practice 3:35-4:30 p.m. Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Practice 4:30 p.m. Track quiet 6:55 p.m. Gander Outdoors Friday Night Lights Opening Ceremonies DIRTcar 358 Mod Camping World 150 Twin 25s DIRTcar Sportsman Chevy Performance 75 15-Lap Qualifiers, number TBD Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Billy Whittaker Cars 200 Triple 30s 11 p.m. Infield pit area closed Sat., Oct. 6 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Gates 1 & 2 open for ticketing and parking 8 a.m. Infield pit area open Pro Stock Inspection open 8:30 a.m. DIRTcar Pro Stock Draw for qualifying position opens at DIRTcar trailer 9 a.m. DIRTcar 358 Mod Drivers Meeting at DIRTcar trailer 9:30 a.m. Grandstands open 9:30-9:55 a.m. DIRTcar 358 Mod Final Practice 9:45 a.m. Chapel Service by Ed Harkins on stage by Media Center 10-10:25 a.m. DIRTcar Pro Stock First Practice 10:30-10:55 a.m. DIRTcar Sportsman Practice 11 a.m. DIRTcar Pro Stock Time Trials (two laps, top 24 qualify) DIRTcar 358 Mod Camping World 150 Last Chance Showdown(s) DIRTcar Sportsman Chevy Performance 75 Last Chance Showdown DIRTcar Pro Stock Last Chance Showdown Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Billy Whittaker Cars 200 Last Chance Showdown Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Practice DIRTcar 358 Mod Camping World 150 Pre-Race Ceremonies 2:00 p.m. DIRTcar 358 Mod Camping World 150 4:00 p.m. Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified FINAL Practice Fulton Speedway: World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series Twin 25s, plus 7 p.m. Super DIRTcar Series “Win and You’re In” (Big-Block Modified winner earns 41st starting spot in Billy Whittaker Cars 200) Sun., Oct. 7 7 a.m.-2 p.m. All gates open for tickets, camping, parking and Pit Pass sales 8:30 a.m. Infield pit area open Super DIRTcar Series Inspection begins 9 a.m. Super DIRTcar Series Drivers Meeting at Tech tent 9:15 a.m. DIRTcar Pro Stock Drivers Meeting at Tech tent 9:30 a.m. DIRTcar Sportsman Drivers Meeting at Tech tent 10 a.m. Grandstands open Chapel Service – Ed Harkins (stage by Media Center) DIRTcar Sportsman Final Practice DIRTcar Pro Stock Final Practice 11 a.m. NAPA Super DIRT Week DIRTcar Sportsman Chevy Performance 75 Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Top-30 (from Thursday Time Trials) 11:45 a.m. Autograph Signing in Midway 12 p.m. (noon) NAPA Super DIRT Week DIRTcar Pro Stock 50 NAPA Super DIRT Week Super DIRTCcar Series Billy Whittaker Cars 200 Pre- 1:30 p.m. Race Ceremonies 2:00pm NAPA Super DIRT Week Super DIRTcar Series Billy Whittaker Cars 200 Mon., Oct. 8 -TBA- Rain date for Saturday or Sunday events Dear Race Fan and Competitor, Welcome back to Oswego for Racing’s Biggest Party! Last year we nailed another chapter in the history of the award-winning NAPA Auto Parts Super DIRT Week at one of America’s iconic tracks. Special thanks to the Torresses and the Oswego Speedway staff for helping us to convert the “Steel Palace” into the “Clay Palace” for what may have been the most exciting NAPA Super DIRT Week ever. A special thanks to our fans, drivers, team owners, media and friends for your support throughout the years. We learned much, we listened, and together we overcame the challenges presented. Thank you for your patience as we made adjustments. The location was different, and the track was different; however, the racing proved spectacular last year, and the annual reunion of fans and drivers from all points, renewing the friendships and reliving all the great stories, is never different. Special thanks to Governor Cuomo and the State of New York for their continued support of NAPA Super DIRT Week and their commitment to Central New York. The 47th annual NAPA Super DIRT Week will continue the tradition of the greatest spectacle in DIRTcar racing, with some of the greatest names in the history of the sport joining us in honor of this special event. Enclosed is the ultimate Fan and Competitor’s Guide to what has become the ultimate week of DIRTcar racing. It contains everything you’ll need to know what is going on during this exciting week of racing. On Sunday, Oct. 7 we will crown the 47th champion of the Billy Whittaker Cars 200. Last season Matt Sheppard won again in an epic last-lap pass of the most prestigious event in all of Modified racing. Only 22 different drivers have won this event, and we may see the 23rd driver to grace Victory Lane at the conclusion of the most grueling race on the Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified schedule. We are extremely thrilled to welcome back our partners at NAPA as the title sponsor of Super DIRT Week XLVII. Their enthusiasm for professional motorsports events goes unrivaled throughout North America. They join all of our partners who contribute to make Super DIRT Week a memorable experience for each and every one of you. NAPA Super DIRT Week has become synonymous with thrilling events over the past 46 years. We hope that this year’s edition provides you with an excellent experience and that Mother Nature cooperates with us. However, we all know that even the best laid plans may need to be adjusted when she rears her ugly head. We are proud to have you here, and we look forward to a great week. Thank you for being a part of the DIRTcar Racing family. Sincerely, Tom Deery DIRTcar Racing President and Chief Operating Officer WELCOME TO NAPA SUPER DIRT WEEK XLVII We thank you for joining us here at the premiere event for DIRTcar Racing throughout the Northeast. Thank you, congratulations, and good luck during your participation in the 47th annual NAPA Super DIRT Week, headlined by the Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified Billy Whittaker Cars 200. We are also proud to highlight our DIRTcar 358 Modified division in the Camping World 150, the DIRTcar Sportsman Modifieds in the Chevy Performance 75, and the DIRTcar Pro Stocks in a 50-lap feature on the weekend’s card. This event is the culmination of all of your hard work throughout the season, so please have a good time and enjoy it to the fullest. DIRTcar Racing strives to provide you with excellent racing and the most professional experience possible, whether it’s a weekly DIRTcar-sanctioned racing event or one of the many divisions that you compete in.