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Tentative Opening Day April 2
AMRA to Sanction Skyline Late Models
Joins already established AMRA Modified sanction
By Scott Wolfe
MT. ALTO, WV.-AMRA president Larry Keefer and Skyline Speedway promoter Billy Jarrell have once again joined forces in announcing that Skyline Speedway will be sanctioned by the AMRA Late Model series. The announcement further establishes the growth of the AMRA in the sanctioning of the full bodied stock cars which began last season with Tyler Mountain, WV driver Harold Redman, Jr. picking up the inaugural crown.
Skyline Speedway has long been a supporter of the AMRA's Modified division, now establishing itself as a supporter of the AMRA Late Models. Skyline Speedway races six divisions weekly as 410 sprint cars, Pure Stocks, Four Cylinders and mini-wedges comprise the Friday night racing card.
Said Jarrell, "This gives our local drivers a greater chance at earning AMRA National points and thus gives them a chance to earn valuable points' money from AMRA. If it is good for our drivers, then it is also good for Skyline Speedway. Our late model drivers and owners have been extremely supportive of Skyline and a majority of the teams felt this was the thing to do."
"I am extremely pleased that Skyline has come aboard in the late model division," said Larry Keefer. "We want to expand the late model division to the prestige of the modified division. The AMRA is strong in the fact it is a sanction comprised of the drivers and owners and for the drivers and owners. Many sponsors and track owners have stepped up to the plate in helping this venture grow. Once again, it is a win-win situation for all involved."
Skyline joins Beckley Motor Speedway, K-C Raceway, Ohio Valley Speedway, Tyler County Speedway, and I-77 Motorsports Park as tracks that sanction both AMRA divisions. Modified tracks include Rocky Top, Skyline Speedway, Elkins Speedway, I-77 Motorsports Park, Eastside Speedway, Potomac Speedway, Beckley Motor Speedway, K-C Raceway, Charleston Speedway, Ohio Valley Speedway, and Tyler County Speedway.
The AMRA has announced an explanation of awarded points. Only the best 20 AMRA finishes will count in the National point’s championship. Drivers can receive AMRA points at any of the AMRA sanctioned tracks. The driver will take his best twenty weeks. To earn points, a driver must be a member of the AMRA.
In order to race an AMRA event, drivers must have a temporary ($15) license or a full membership. After four temporary permits are issued a driver becomes an AMRA member and can start earning points. With an initial full membership ($45) a member begins earning points immediately.
In addition to AMRA points drivers also can take advantage of individual track point funds. Skyline will award a new chassis to its modified and late model points champion in 2010.
Skyline has also expanded its outreach to fans and drivers with a Facebook page, which will announce updates along with the Skyline website.
For further information visit << www.skylinespeedway.net >> or call 304-539-4410 or the track phone at 740-662-4111. Malta Doors and Windows was the Modified Title Sponsor for 2009. Together Malta and AMRA continue to grow. Fans can benefit from this union as Malta Windows and Doors will offer a 10% discount to any order when mentioning the Malta AMRA modified series to the dealer nearest you.
More details can be acquired by visiting << www.maltawindows.net >> on the web or visiting << http://www.amramodified.com >>
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Tentative Opening Day April 2
Skyline Speedway in Stewart, Ohio is a 3/8 mile high-banked red clay oval nestled deep in the foothills of Southern Ohio between the cities of Athens and Coolville on State Route 50 (The Appalachian Highway). Skyline, now under the new ownership of Billy Jarrell, is expected to see many physical improvements over the next several years. One thing that will not change, however, is the exciting, close racing that takes place every Friday night between late March and early October--even longer if the weather permits.
.....Skyline Speedway features regular Friday night racing in six exciting classes of cars: 410 Super Sprints (Outlaw style), Late Models, Modifieds, Pure Stocks, Fwd Four cylinders, and mini-wedges. No matter what class they run in, Skyline Speedway drivers are the best at what they do. Whether it be as a hobby or racing professionally, drivers are always committed to putting on a show as is the Skyline Speedway staff .
....Throughout the racing season Skyline will host numerous special events featuring some of the nation's top sanctioning bodies. Skyine has played host to the IRS Late Models, The All-Star Circuit of Champions, MACS, AMRA, and many other racing clubs.
4 MILES OFF Ohio SR 50, 12 MILES EAST OF ATHENS ON CO. RD 53
Stewart , Ohio
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Who are they???
Skyline honors champs for 2009
By Scott Wolfe
MARIETTA, OHIO- Skyline Speedway owner Billy Jarrell dispensed over $10,000 in points money and contingencies Friday, November 20 with the first banquet and awards’ ceremony since Jarrell took ownership. The fete took place at the Marietta Brewing Company in downtown Marietta, where over 250 racers, owners, and fans came out for what was a free meal compliments of Skyline Speedway.
The top five in each of the five adult racing divisions were honored with trophies compliments of C & S Racing Photos and Billy Jarrell. The five trophies were dedicated in memory of Jack Shutts, longtime Skyline employee, and Hilton “Big Fooze” Wolfe, a former racer and longtime car-owner.
Bruce Hines, Skyline announcer, served as Master of Ceremonies. After a fine meal, Jarrell thanked his track employees for making 2009 a successful racing season despite the poor economy. Katie Dickson was praised for putting the banquet together and arranging for numerous door prizes.
Dave Poske of Poske’s Performance Parts thanked racers for their support and thanked Jarrell for keeping racing “alive and well” in Southern, Ohio. Poske also recognized Todd Frey of Hoosier Ohio Valley. Also, on hand were Rick Susong of Fisher Performance and engine Builder Charlie Fisher.
Jarrell announced that next year’s Late Model and Modified champions would each receive a new chassis, while Susong announced that a new sprint chassis would go to the 410 Skyline Champion. Jarrell announced a nice prize would be in store for the Pure Stock and Four Cylinder drivers.
The top five honorees in the 410 sprint cars were 2009 track champion Aaron Higgins, Waverly, Ohio, followed by Jimmy Stinson, Josh Davis, Dave Dickson, and Kory Crabtree. 19-year old Higgins was one of ten drivers chosen from thousands in a NASCAR driver development program. Higgins will be heading to California for a year of driving an asphalt NASCAR modified and a step up to a west coast asphalt late model.
Veteran car builder Audie Swartz, Minford, Ohio was honored as the 2009 Skyline Late Model Champion. Car owner Steve Sieboda accepted Swartz’s award, while Scott Wolfe gave an acceptance speech for Swartz, who was in Las Vegas where one of his driver’s was wrapping up the I-5 Corridor Crown. Second through fifth place went to veteran Larry Bond, Ralph Withem, Tyler Carpenter, and Chris Carpenter.
In the Malta-AMRA modifieds Jeremy Berwanger, Murray City, Ohio was crowned the Skyline Champ for the second straight season (2008 and 2009). Following Berwanger were Jeremy Blake, Doug Henry, Mike McPherson, and J.P. Roberts.
Tommy Murphy was hailed as the 2009 Pure Stock Champ over Ryan Wilson, Barry Brisker, George Klintworth, and Jeremy Misel. Chris Lauer was crowned as the Four Cylinder Champion over Jeff Rankin, David Banks, George Klintworth, and Shawn McClain.
Kyle Bond claimed the Mini-Wedges over Will Holland, Ron Pickens, Martin Gibson and Cameron Roush.
For an upcoming 2010 schedule and Skyline race information, please visit << www.skylinespeedway.net >>
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Possible $11,000 to win 2 big days
Memorial Tribute to Hilton Big Fooze Wolfe, Jr.
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Skyline Speedway recently paid tribute to Ronnie and Sarah Bond as the first family of Skyline Speedway. Best Wishes to Ronnie and Sarah and the Bond family. The Bonds spent their 52nd Wedding Anniversary at Skyline Speedway.
Skyline Mini Wedge Points finale
Bond Claims win and Points Championship
STEWART, OHIO-The mini-wedges are always a popular fixture at Skyline Speedway, especially with the kids. But the sleek little racers are no toys and when the green flag drops, racing is all business. Friday Night third generation driver Kyle Bond claimed the feature win and the points' championship at Billy Jarrell's Skyline Speedway.
Kyle is the son of veteran driver Larry and Gina Bond and grandson of legendary Ronnie Bond. Although all the drivers are competitive, Bond, Ron Pickens and Will Holland had emerged as the "big three" in the Mini-Wedges this season. Will Holland led by a point going into Friday's action, but with the feature win and Holland's third place finish Bond claimed the points' trophy. Bond finished with 998 points, Holland 992, Ron Pickens 867, Martin Bigson 797, Cameron Roush 764, Samantha Roush 743, Abby White 479, Cole Mayle 475, Miriah Miller 443, Zack Fox 375, Sydney Staats 241, Nathan Carpenter 173, Sarah Klintworth 58, and Gavin Lemaster 57.
Skyline Speedway continues action next Saturday night September 12 after taking off one week for the Hillbilly 100 . Racing resumes when Skyline makes the switch to Saturdays on the 12th then follows up with the big Harvest 50 weekend Sept. 19 and Sept. 20. The Late Models will run two complete programs on two days with a possible $11,000 going to the winner. Skyline will also host a $3,000 to win Sprint Special Sept. 20 with $225 start money. Mini-Wedges will be part of each program. For further information visit << www.skylinespeedway.net >> or call 304-539-4410 or the track phone at 740-662-4111.
The Summary:
Mini Wedges
Heat One: Ron Pickens, Mariah Miller, Will Holland, Cole Mayle
Heat Two: Kyle Bond, Martin Gibson, Jr., Cameron Roush, Samantha Roush, Skylar Zimmerman
Feature: Kyle Bond, Ron Pickens, Will Holland, Martin Gibson, Jr., Mariah Miller, Cole Mayle, Cameron Roush, Samantha Roush, Skylar Gibson
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Stotts takes Schilling Memorial Trophy
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You can get information about the speedway at http://www.skylinespeedway.net or call the race day phone at (740)-662-4111. For information during the week please call 304-539-4410.
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