Tradition. Prestige. Two words that speak volumes. Two words that do not just attach themselves to an event overnight.
The James King Memorial, one of Columbus Speedway's signature events, is one such "tradition". To win this event is to earn "prestige". Area drivers have long ranked this race as thier "Daytona 500". Superstars of dirt racing have often made the pull to Mississippi in search of the money and glory that comes with winning this event. This weekend, it all happens again - and Columbus is ready.
Friday and Saturday night, April 2nd and 3rd, Columbus Speedway in Columbus, MS will host the 12th Annual running of the James King Memorial. The 2004 edition, paying $12,000 to the Super Late Model winner, is presented by Rinehart Trucking, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, and Larry Clark Chevrolet.
Past James King Memorial winners include Wendell Wallace, Bill Frye, James Cline, Donnie Barnhart, Johnny Virden, Billy Moyer, Johnny Stokes, Mike Head, Robbie Starnes, Don O’Neal, and 2-time, defending, and only repeat James King Memorial champion Freddy Smith.
Even with all the talk of the stars of dirt moving in for this weekend's festivities, area fans know that this will be no cakewalk for the "best in teh business". The "Mississippi Bad Boys" historically do not take too kindly to having their turf invaded, as local and area drivers are always serious threats to win no matter who shows up. Much-discussed area rivalries will also be closely watched - there is no way to predict what might happen at Columbus this weekend.
Pepsi Pole Qualifying and Qualifying Heat races will be run on Friday night to determine Saturday night lineups. Qualifying will be done in Columbus' popular "group" format. Saturday night will feature B-Main last chance action and the 64-lap James King Memorial feature race paying $12,000 to the winner. All local divisions will be in action with full shows on both nights.
Open Practice for the James King Memorial will be held Thursday night, April 1st from 7:00-10:00 PM. Pit passes are $10 for practice and all divisions are invited.
Columbus Speedway welcomes all drivers and fans to participate in one of the most spectacular events of the year. The tradition keeps growing each year - the James King Memorial is a true "event" that should not be missed. Join us at "The Baddest Bullring in the South"!
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COLUMBUS SPEEDWAY
Rinehart Trucking
Jay Dickens Racing Engines
and Larry Clark Chevrolet
Proudly Present
The 12th Annual
JAMES KING MEMORIAL
Defending Champion – Freddy Smith
FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT – APRIL 2ND & 3RD
FEATURING
SUPER LATE MODELS
64 LAPS * $12,000 TO WIN!
Plus
$500 Fast time award from Pepsi
$500 Hard Charger Award from Custom Racing Graphics
SUPER LATE MODEL PURSE
1-$12,000 2-$6,000 3-$4,000 4-$3,000 5-$2,000 6-$1,600 7-$1,400 8-$1,200 9-$1,100 10-$1,000 11-$800 12-$750 13-$700 14-$600 15-$550 16-24-$500
Entry only $100 at the gate.
2004 COLUMBUS SPEEDWAY SUPER LATE MODEL RULES APPLY:
UDTRA BODY. OPEN MOTOR 2300 LBS ANYTIME. SAS/SUPR SPEC OR ALL STEEL MOTOR 2200 LBS ANYTIME. GAS OR ALCOHOL OK.
SAS OR SUPR SPEC W/12” SAS SPEC SPOILER OK. TIRES: HOOSIER-55 OR LM 40 OR AMERICAN RACER MD-56 OK. 60 MIN. HARDNESS
Past JKM Champions include:
Wendall Wallace, Bill Frye, James Cline, Donnie Barnhart, Johnny Virden,
Billy Moyer, Johnny Stokes, Mike Head, Robbie Starnes, Don O’Neal,
And 2-time and defending champion Freddy Smith
EVENT FORMAT
Local Divisions will run main events BOTH nights.
Friday Night: 8pm
SLM Pepsi Pole Qualifying in Groups * Qualifying Races *
Open Wheel Modified Heats and Main Event
Plus Local Division Main events
Saturday Night: 7pm
SLM B-Mains * The James King Memorial *
Open Wheel Modified Heats and Main Event
Plus Local Division Main events
PIT GATES OPEN AT 2PM EACH DAY
Corporate Sponsors and Contributors
Rinehart Trucking
Jay Dickens Racing Engines
Larry Clark Chevrolet
Custom Racing Graphics
Pepsi
Pettigo Motors
MRC Racing Collectibles
Sign Design
Clausen Racing
Sibley’s Collectibles
FOR EVENT INFORMATION CALL TERRY @ 662-327-4054 OR JOHNNY @ 662-574-2572 OR VISIT www.MidSouthRacing.com OR CALL 662-241-5004 FOR TRACK PHONE.
Pit gates open at 2pm each day!
Friday * 8PM
Super Late Model Pepsi Pole Qualifying and Qualifying Races plus
Open Wheel Modified heats and Main event
Local division main events
Stands: $15
Pit admission: $25
Saturday * 7PM
Super Late Model B-Mains plus the 64 lap James King Memorial
And Local Division Main Events.
Stands: $20
Pit admission: $25
PURSE, PRICES, & RACE FORMAT BASED ON 2-DAY SHOW.
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For more information visit www.midsouthracing.com/columbusindex.htm
