McCarty Makes It Three in a Row, Wiseman and Cole Double Up and Perkins, G. Davlin and Guinn Win

Rob Nugent, Track Announcer/Social Media

THE EVENT

POCOLA, OK (June 18TH, 2016) – The ninth regular night of weekly racing saw 73 cars show up to challenge the legendary high banks in Pocola, OK. With zero rain falling at the track during the week, track prep was a huge undertaking, but the track officials were able to put together a great racing surface that was smooth, wide and very fast. The track surface was watered several times throughout the night’s action to keep the track in top condition for the drivers and fans in the stands.

The pre-race ceremonies kicked off with the invocation and the presentation the nation’s colors during the National Anthem by four drivers on hand that are part of the Dustin’s Dream Racing Team. Dustin’s Dream is an organization that is dedicated to helping build hospitals and clinics in third world countries. The organization was founded in honor and memory of Dustin Chamberlain who was tragically killed in 2011. Saturday would have been his 25th birthday. You can find out more information about and how you can help Dustin’s Dream by going to their website at www.DustinsDream.net.

First up on the agenda for the race program was heat racing for the Pure Stocks, IMCA Sport Mods, IMCA Stock Cars, IMCA Modifieds, Super Stocks and the USRA Modifieds.

The intermission was next and gave everyone a chance to make a pit stop at the restrooms and get some of the great concession food, including some world famous Menasco BBQ ribs, home-made potato salad and a funnel cake for desert. One lucky 50/50 winner walked off with close to $45 for their winning ticket. The previous A feature winners also received their trophies, had their photos taken and were interviewed by Michelle Walker.

Intermission time also brought everyone the June bicycle races for the kids. There were winners in three age divisions, plus two free bicycles provided by Menasco Racing Enterprises to two lucky kids in the stands just for coming out to the track. Plus, a mystery donation of another bicycle was given away to one lucky kid fan. Photos of the winners will be posted to our Facebook page, with  links on our other social media channels, too.

TOP THREE

The first feature on the track after intermission was for the Pure Stocks. Defending class champion, Chris Perkins (88 – Rudy, AR) took home the win over Austin Farnam (119 – Fort Smith, AR) and Ethan Hunter (1/4 – Alma, AR) who finished in second and third, respectively.

Up next was for the IMCA Sport Mods where Ken McCarty (1 – Rogers, AR) took the win for the third week in a row with Dennis Slader (19 – Muskogee, OK) in second and Caden Ellis (84 – Wagoner, OK) in third.

The IMCA Modified A Feature hit the track next for their A Feature and saw Tate Cole (89 – Fort Gibson, OK) take home the checkered flag again this season over H. Palmer (X15 – Muldrow, OK) and Jake Davis (7D – Hackett, AR).

The next A Feature action was for the Super Stocks. Gean Davlin (26 – Shady Point, OK) crossed the finish line first just ahead of a hard charging Shane Hickey (96K – Fort Smith, AR) while Randy Moses, Sr. aka “Big Moe” (75M- Muskogee, OK) finished not far behind the top two in third. The IMCA Stock Car A feature was ran at the same time as the Super Stock feature and saw Mike Wiseman (1 – Muskogee, OK) win for the second week in a row as Keith Heaslet (5 – Indianola, OK) finished in second and Cecil Hayes (11H – Huntington, AR) crossed the line in third.

The USRA Modified A Feature was on the track last for their feature.  Kevin Guinn (88 – Fayetteville, AR) picked up the win over Brandon Hunter (1/4 – Alma, AR) and Myles Newman (III – Alma, AR).

All race results, including heats, are available by clicking on the results tab. Current track point standings are available by clickong on the points tab.l.

NEXT TIME

Tri-State Speedway will return to action on June 25TH, 2016 with racing action on the famous high banks plus the first $1,500 to win, 100 lap Enduro race of the season. Complete details on the Enduro race, including rules, can be found on our website.

Adult grandstand admission will be $10 and kids (12 and under) are free! Seniors (65+) will receive a $2 discount and all military personnel (past or present) will receive a $10 discount, with proof of service. (Limit one $10 discount per military ID.)

Pit gates will open at 4:00 PM on June 4TH with the grandstands opening at 5:00 PM. The driver’s meeting will take place at 6:00 PM and hot laps will begin at 6:30 PM with pre-race ceremonies to follow. Our complete 2016 racing schedule can always be foundby clicking on the schedule tab  Also, be sure to stay up to date with us via our social media channels on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and YouTube which can be found by clicking the icons on the bottom of our website home page or by adding a “/” plus “Facebook”, “Twitter”, “Google+” or “YouTube” at the end so it looks like www.Tri-StateSpeedway.com/Facebook, etc.

We will see YOU soon!