2024-07-25

NASCAR and Straight Talk Wireless Announce Official Partnership

NASCAR and Straight Talk Wireless Announce Official Partnership

Straight Talk Wireless Becomes Entitlement Partner for the Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway in October

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 25, 2024) – NASCAR and Straight Talk Wireless today announced anofficial multi-year partnership that makes Straight Talk Wireless an Official Wireless Partner of NASCAR. With this, Straight Talk Wireless also becomes an Official Partner of Homestead-Miami Speedway, including the entitlement to the October 27 NASCAR Cup Series playoff race – the Straight Talk Wireless 400. Terms were not disclosed.

 

"We're excited to come together with NASCAR as there is so much overlap between Straight Talk customers and NASCAR fans," said Cheryl Gresham, CMO of Verizon Value. "This partnership is very fitting. Our Straight Talk customers appreciate real value and reliable service wherever they are. As they experience the legendary NASCAR series this year, we look forward to meeting them at the track."

 

In addition, NASCAR and Straight Talk Wireless will also be joining forces to present "NASCAR on Tour," an exciting event series coming to select Walmart parking lots in Daytona Beach, Florida; Darlington, South Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; Bentonville, Arkansas; Bristol, Tennessee; Kansas City, Missouri; Talladega, Alabama; Charlotte, North Carolina; Greenville, South Carolina; and Miami, Florida from August 21 to October 27. "NASCAR on Tour" will bring the ultimate racing experience to fans across the country, allowing them the opportunity to enjoy racing-themed experiences, giveaways, driver appearances, exclusive offers and much more. Additionally, new customers attending the "NASCAR on Tour" on-site events are eligible to participate in an exclusive Straight Talk Wireless promotion: buy one month and get one month free on any unlimited plan.

 

"Straight Talk Wireless is such a recognizable brand, and one that shares NASCAR's priorities in providing tremendous value for its customers and their families," said Michelle Byron, NASCAR executive vice president and chief partnership and licensing officer. "We are thrilled to have Straight Talk Wireless join the NASCAR family as an Official Partner, both at the league and track level." 

 

Available only at Walmart or via www.straighttalk.com, Straight Talk Wireless is a wireless service provider that offers a wide variety of value-based plans, including month-to-month options for customers seeking plan flexibility and affordable pricing. As part of the Official Partnership, Straight Talk Wireless will have a presence at all NASCAR-owned events, including the option to activate on site at select events and to create customized offers for NASCAR fans.

 

The NASCAR Cup Series continues with the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway on Sunday, August 11 at 6 pm ET on USA, MRN and SiriusXM and NASCAR Radio. 

 

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Bernier claims first Modified win of 2024 Phinney wins

PLATTSBURGH, NY. -- St. Hyacinthe, Quebec's Steve Bernier dominated Thursday's Be Cool Heating and Air Conditioning 358 Modified Feature at Airborne Park, leading all 30 laps and winning by more than three seconds over Felix Roy. Mike Phinney survived a series of late yellows to win his first J&S Steel Sportsman feature of the year. Other winners on the night included Shawn Duquette (Renegade), Kris Clark (Mini Stock A) and Jamie Whitney, Jr. (Mini Stock B). All winners from Thursday were celebrating their first win of the season. 

 

Bernier started on the pole of his heat race by virtue of a pill draw. The modifieds ran for no points due to other races in the region. Bernier was clearly fast in his qualifier, winning by four seconds over George Foley. A six-car redraw gave Bernier the pole for the feature, and he drove away with the win in the caution-free affair, lapping up to 8th position and closing in on 7th at the end. Flex Roy followed him across the line in 2nd with Justin Stone 3rd. Chris Raabe and Foley rounded out the top-five. 

 

In the sportsman ranks it was Willsboro, NY's Mike Phinney picking up the win. Caleb Durgan started on point and led until lap 21 when Phinney passed him on a restart. Durgan then suffered a flat tire a few laps later and retired to the pits. Phinney held off Joey Scarborough, who started 13th, for two restarts in the final four laps to score the win. Scarborough was 2nd with Travis Bruno 3rd, Evan Roberts 4th and points leader Nick Heywood 5th. 

 

Morrisonville, NY's Shawn Duquette won the 9th State Cannabis Renegade Feature, extending his points lead. Duquette has been a model of consistency in 2024, topping the point standings by finishing every race inside the top-five. He and Highgate, V.T.'s Richie Turner battled side-by-side for virtually the entire 20-lap distance with Turner way up top on the cushion and Duquette down low. Eventually, Turner's ride appeared to fade in the final three laps, allowing Duquette to scoot by on the bottom. Turner buried his car into the final corner on the outside, but could not pass Duquette, settling for 2nd. Josh Terry was 3rd. Nate Guay and Billy Thwaits completed the top-five. Tylor Terry was 6th, driving Tyler Irwin's truck after a mechanical failure in hot laps. The Precision HVAC $50 Hard-Charger Bonus was awarded to Duquette. He went from 6th to 1st, passing five cars. 

 

The Moore Recycling Mini Stock A-Main was won by Keeseville, NY's Kris Clark. Clark started 13th while Jason Bradley and Kyle Botala enjoyed the front row. Bradley led initially with Botala in tow, but eventually broke and headed pit-side. From there, Glenn Engstrom took over the top spot, holding it until lap seven when Clark assumed control of the pack. Josh Blake, Cale Manor and Josh LaPorte, Sr., all tried to track down Clark, but their efforts were not fruitful, and Clark cruised to his first win of the year. Blake was 2nd with Manor 3rd for his best run of the year. LaPorte was 4th and Engstrom finished 5th. Jamie Whitney Jr. won the B-Feature. Rick Doner surrendered the points lead after a flip in his heat race, but issues in the A-Main for other contenders like Ryan Senecal, Ken Tourville and the Bresette cousins made Doner's loss minimal, he trails Senecal now by four points. 

 

Airborne Park Speedway returns to racing with 'Thursday Night Thunder' on July 25. The American Racer North series makes its way to Plattsburgh with a 60-lap, $3,000USD-to-win feature for the 358 modifieds. Hoosier Tires are permitted for this event, which will pit Airborne Park's best regulars like Mike Mahaney and Tim Fuller against some of Canada's best 358 drivers like Ryan Arbuthnot and David Hebert. Pit gates open at 4PM with racing at 7! 

 

OFFICIAL RESULTS - Airborne Park Speedway - July 18, 2024 

 

Be Cool Heating and Air Conditioning 358 Modified Feature (30 laps)

 

Pos. (start) Driver, Hometown

 

  1. (1) Steve Bernier, St. Hyacinthe, Q.C.
  2. (2) Felix Roy, Napierville, Q.C.
  3. (6) Justin Stone, Middlebury, V.T.
  4. (7) Chris Raabe, Alexandria, O.N.
  5. (3) George Foley, Vermontville, Ny.
  6. (4) Tanner Siemons, Claremont, N.H.
  7. (8) MAtt Woodruff, Bloomingdale, Ny.
  8. (11) Greg Atkins, Ausable Forks, Ny.
  9. (5) James Fadden, Corinth, Vt. 
  10. (10) Tyler Atkins, Ausable Forks, Ny.
  11. (9) Patrick Dupree, Saranac Lake, Ny.

 

J&S Steel Sportsman Feature (25 laps)

 

  1. (4) Mike Phinney, Willsboro, Ny.
  2. (13) Joey Scarborough, Brandon, V.T.
  3. (16) Travis Bruno, Morriosnville, Ny.
  4. (3) Evan Roberts, Fletcher, Vt.
  5. (18) Nick Heywood, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  6. (9) Bucko Branham, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  7. (7) Michael Wright, Alburgh, Vt.
  8. (23) Beau Reeves, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  9. (22) Vince Quenneville, Jr., Brandon, Vt.
  10. (2) Matt Lavalley, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  11. (8) Dylan Rabtoy, Swanton, Vt.
  12. (11) Jamy Begor, Mooers Forks, Ny.
  13. (10) Eric Shaw, Wells, V.T.
  14. (19) Jamie Lafountain, Keeseville, Ny.
  15. (6) Jonathan Toohill, Peru, Ny.
  16. (20) Ricm Frenyea, Peru, Ny.
  17. (21) Charlotte, Morin, St. Cesaire, Q.C.
  18. (15) Codie Aubin, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  19. (24) Parker Dermody, Peru, Ny.
  20. (5) Tanner Forbes, Jay, Ny.
  21. (26) Mike Wells, West Chazy, Ny.
  22. (1) Caleb Durgan, Peru, Ny.
  23. (14) Dave Camara, Poultney, Vt.
  24. (12) Fire Swamp, Akwesasne, Ny.
  25. (17) Donovan Lussier, St. Denis, Q.C.

 

Did not start: Nate Leonard

 

9th State Cannabis Renegade Feature (20 laps)

 

  1. (6) Shawn Duquette, Morrisonville, Ny.
  2. (4) Richie Turner, Highgate, Vt.
  3. (8) Josh Terry, Essex, Ny.
  4. (7) Nate Guay, Mooers, Ny.
  5. (5) Billy Thwaits, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  6. (10) Tylor Terry, Morrisonville, Ny.
  7. (11) Levi Bombard, Peru, Ny.
  8. (1) Shawn Fountain, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  9. (2) Bart VanLuevan, Mooers, Ny.
  10. (14) Travis Stokes, West Chazy, Ny.
  11. (13) Mark Caron, Peru, Ny.
  12. (12) Robert Foley, Saranac, Ny.
  13. (15) Tim Wilcox, Elleburg, Ny.
  14. (3) Hunter Sawyer, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  15. (9) Zack Daniels, Plattsburgh, Ny.

 

Did not start: Tyler Irwin

 

Moore Recycling Mini Stock A-Main (15 laps) 

 

  1. (13) Kris Clark, Keeseville, Ny.
  2. (5) Josh Blake, Champlain, Ny,
  3. (7) Cale Manor, Ellenburg Center, Ny.
  4. (3) Josh LaPorte, Sr., Peru, Ny.
  5. (4) Glenn Engstrom, Peru, Ny.
  6. (9) JP Corrow, Peru, Ny.
  7. (14) Nate Smart, Altona, Ny.
  8. (19) Kenny Tourville, Grand Isle, V.T.
  9. (8) Bill Doner, Keeseville, Ny.
  10. (11) Josh LaPorte, Jr., Peru, Ny.
  11. (10) Chris Sumner, East Middlebury, V.T.
  12. (6) Tyler Bell, Peru, Ny.
  13. (12) Kevin Burdo, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  14. (21) Speedy Bresette, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  15. (17) Brett Manor, Ellenburg Center, Ny.
  16. (15) Caleb Tourville, South Alburgh, V.T.
  17. (16) Jake Fountain, Dannemora, Ny.
  18. (18) Ryan Senecal, Plattsburgh, Ny.
  19. (2) Kyle Botala, Grand Isle, V.T.
  20. (1) Jason Bradley, Keeseville, Ny.
  21. (20) Steven Bresette, Keeseville, Ny. 


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American Racer North Series bring another big modified show to Airborne

PLATTSBURGH, NY.-- Thursday, July 25 the Airborne Park Speedway will host the American Racer North Series for a 60-lap feature, paying $4,500 CAD/$3,000 USD to the winner. The ninth race of the 2024 season at the Plattsburgh speed plant will also feature the J&S Steel Sportsman, 9th State Cannabis Renegades and the Moore Recycling Mini Stocks for regular racing action. 

 

After two events in 2024, St. Damase, Quebec's David Hebert leads the American Racer North Series standings by just five points over Airborne regular and 2024 feature winner Chris Raabe. Hogansburg, Ny.'s Carey Terrance sits in 3rd place, 10 points behind Hebert. Steve Bernard and Mario Clair round out the top-five in the points. Another Airborne regular and 2024 feature winner, Felix Roy, is 6th in the standings, 23 points back. Airborne's most recent Be Cool Heating and Air Conditioning 358 Modified winner, Steve Bernier, is 12th in the standings. 

 

Sixteen drivers have competed in both races so far on the series at Le RPM Speedway on May 17 and Mohawk International on June 13: Hebert, Raabe, Terrance, Bernard, Clair, Roy, Martin Pelletier, Luke Whittaker, William Racine, Gage Morin, Bernier, Brianna Ladouceur, Alex Therrien, Thomas Cook and Alan Therrien. Another race, scheduled for Cornwall on June 23, was rained out. Thursday's race will also pay show-up points for Airborne Park Speedway. A number of those drivers are expected to be in attendance Thursday, along with top Airborne drivers like Mike Mahaney and Tim Fuller. 

 

Teams have the option of running Hoosier tires for this event. The minimum right-rear compound is D400, D300 tires are permitted on all other corners. Teams utilizing American Racer Tires must run a minimum SD56 right-rear with no softer than SD48 tires on the right-front and left-rear. The left-front is open. Drivers on Hoosier Racing Tires will not be eligible for bonus or contingency award money. 

 

For the sportsman, renegades and mini-stocks, Thursday's race is a regular show. Sportsman ace Nick Heywood will look to expand his 30-point lead over Joey Scarborough while Donovan Lussier looks to get back in the hunt after finishing seven laps down last week. He is 41 points back of the lead. 

 

In the fender cars, Tylor Terry has some work to do to cut into Shawn Duquette's 28-point advantage in the renegades. Duquette has yet to finish outside the top-five this season. Nate Guay is 3rd in the standings, only two points behind Terry. Ryan Senecal leads the Moore Recycling Mini-Stock standings by four markers over Clintonville's Rick Doner, who endured a nasty roll last week. Kenny Tourville took advantage of several of the top drivers' misfortunes last week, going from 19th to 8th in the A-main. He is 17 points out of the lead in 3rd place. 

 

General Admission price for Thursday's race is $20, kids 12 and under are free as always. Pit pricing will be $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Pits open at 4PM with the stands opening at 5:30PM. Racing starts at 7. 

 

To keep up with racing at Airborne Park, check the points, view live timing and scoring, be the first to know about news about the track, and even test your skills with Fantasy Racing, download the MyRacePass app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and add Airborne Park to your favorites list.



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Ontario Sportsman Series Joins the Peterborough Speedway Action

Ontario Sportsman Series Joins the Peterborough Speedway Action


By Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media
The curtain is about to fall on another month of Peterborough Speedway's 2024 schedule as the Ontario Sportsman Series rolls into Central Ontario for its only visit of the year.
With the travelling group's history dating back to 2007, some of the sports most talented racers in the province have been part of the tour's line-up. Steve Roblee, Shawn McGlynn, Jay Doerr and former Peterborough Speedway regular Brandt Graham are just a few of the names fans would recognize. After sustaining injuries in racing incident, 2023 titleholder Cory McAllister was forced to step away from his Sportsman Series ride, but will be replaced by another championship winning alumni Connor James, who captured the crown in 2019.
Heading into the 100-lap headliner, presented by Ecotek – Saturday, July 27th – at Peterborough Speedway, McAllister's No. 71 leads the point standings by a 51-point margin over Brendan Patrick. Chad McGlynn, Kevin Trevellin and Michael Hryniuk Jr. complete the top-5 positions in this year's point chase. 21 different drivers have competed in at least 1 Ontario Sportsman Series date in 2024.
The local portion of the night's line-up – presented by Tirecraft – will include the home track Bone Stock, Super Stock, Late Model and Junior Late Model divisions, along with the Outlaw Midgets. This week's intermission feature will be Kid's Barrel Races. Spectator gates will open at 5:00, with the Great Canadian RV green flag at 6:00.
Saturday, August 3rd Peterborough Speedway's 2024 schedule continues with the OSCAAR Modified and Hot Rod tours joining the local Bone Stock, Mini Stock and Renegade Truck classes, with a free pre-race corn roast and Kid's Rides as the intermission attraction. Grandstand gates open at 4:00, with the first round of qualifying leaving the staging area at 6:00.
Learn more about this year's calendar at the venue known for Making Memories for Life by visiting www.peterboroughspeedway.com. You'll find the full schedule, plus the latest track news and information. The newly designed website also has links to You Tube videos, track swag and some valuable fan details including pit area and grandstand admission pricing for each date.
Photo attachment: Jim Clarke – Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media
Throughout the group's history, fans have always seen some great racing during Ontario Sportsman Series dates at Peterborough Speedway. The tour returns to Central Ontario Saturday, July 27th.
Prepared by: Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media


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