WAYCROSS, GA (May 17, 2016) – The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will continue the rip-roaring month of May with a doubleheader weekend for the Lucas Oil “Spring Shootout.” The action will kick off on Friday, May 20th at Oshkosh Speedzone Raceway in Oshkosh, WI before wrapping up on Saturday, May 21st at LaSalle Speedway in LaSalle, IL.
Oshkosh Speedzone Raceway is a 1/3-mile, semi-banked clay oval, located just 4 miles north of Oshkosh, WI. In 2015, Earl Pearson Jr. survived a duel with Dennis Erb Jr. to win the first-ever Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event at the Wisconsin oval. Jimmy Mars finished second, followed by Erb, Devin Moran, and Jared Landers.
The Friday, May 20th event will feature a complete program of: Miller Welders Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and the 50-lap, $10,000-to-win main event. The Open Wheel Modifieds and Street Stocks will also be in competition. To purchase tickets or to find more information, visit: www.oshkoshspeedzone.net.
The last Series visit to LaSalle Speedway saw Jimmy Owens overtake Jared Landers on the 37th circuit, after a thrilling side-by-side battle around the 1/4-mile oval. Trailing Owens and Landers to the finish line were Scott Bloomquist, Earl Pearson Jr., and Don O’Neal.
A strong contingent of local and regional drivers are expected to tackle the nation’s dirt late model talents in a complete show of: Miller Welders Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and the 60-lap, $12,000-to-win main event. To purchase tickets or find more information on LaSalle Speedway visit, www.lasallespeedway.com.
Jonathan Davenport leads the stable of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series stars into the “Spring Shootout” with a 100-point lead over two-time champion, Scott Bloomquist. Jared Landers is third, followed by Darrell Lanigan. Brandon Sheppard completes the top five in series standings. Sixth through twelfth are: Tim McCreadie, Dennis Erb Jr., Jimmy Owens, Don O’Neal, Earl Pearson Jr., Steve Francis, and Colton Flinner. Flinner leads the Lucas Oil Products Rookie of the Year – Presented by Hot Rod Processing.
Track Information:
Oshkosh Speedzone Raceway
Phone Number: (920) 252-1463 or (920) 426-1111 (Race Day Info)
Promoter: Joe and Tony Izzo Jr. – (815) 223-6900 (office)
Location: 500 E County Rd Y, Oshkosh, WI 54901
Website: www.oshkoshspeedzone.net
LaSalle Speedway
Phone Number: 815-223-6900
Tracks Promoter: Tony and Joe Izzo
Location: 578 E US Hwy 6, LaSalle, IL 61301
Website: www.lasallespeedway.com
Tire Rule for Oshkosh Speedzone Raceway and LaSalle Speedway, May 20th-21st:
Left Rear/Fronts – Hoosier 1320, LM20
Right Rear – Hoosier 02, LM20, 06, LM40
Oshkosh Speedzone Raceway May 20th Event Purse:
$10,000-to-win: 1. $10,000, 2. $5,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,750, 5. $2,250, 6. $1,800, 7. $1,500, 8. $1,300, 9. $1,200, 10. $1,100, 11. $1,075, 12. $1,050, 13. $1,025, 14. $1,000, 15. $950, 16. $925, 17. $900, 18. $875, 19. $850, 20. $825, 21. $800, 22. $800, 23. $800, 24. $800
LaSalle Speedway May 21st Event Purse:
$12,000-to-win: 1. $12,000, 2. $5,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,750, 5. $2,250, 6. $1,800, 7. $1,500, 8. $1,300, 9. $1,200, 10. $1,100, 11. $1,075, 12. $1,050, 13. $1,025, 14. $1,000, 15. $1,000, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000
For the latest breaking news concerning the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, including the latest series standings, 2016 tour schedule, driver information, and more visit the official website at: www.lucasdirt.com.