by Bert Lehman
Shawano Speedway will be hosting a World of Outlaws Late Model Series event on Wednesday, Aug. 4. It will be the first time since 2003 that a national touring late model series will appear at the Speedway.

In what could arguably be one of the biggest races in the history of Shawano Speedway, the 50 lap late model feature will pay $10,000 to the winner. The local IMCA Modified drivers will also be part of the show, with the winner of the 20 lap feature receiving $2,000.

“I think fans can expect to see arguably the most talented field of dirt Late Model racers in the history of Shawano Speedway,” said Kevin Kovac, World of Outlaws Late Model Series public relations director. “Some of the country’s most talented drivers are World of Outlaws Late Model Series regulars, and with this race leading into the USA Nationals at Cedar Lake Speedway there’s no telling who else will come up to Wisconsin early and join the action. This event is setting up as one of the toughest World of Outlaws fields fans will see compete anywhere in the country this year.”

The Series has around 12 drivers who follow the entire tour including: Josh Richards (Shinnston, W. Va.), Tim McCreadie (Watertown, N.Y.), Darrell Lanigan (Union, Ky.), Steve Francis (Ashland, Ky.), Austin Hubbard (Seaford, Del.), Shane Clanton (Locust, Ga.), Rick Eckert (York, Pa.), Tim Fuller (Watertown, N.Y.), Chub Frank (Bear Lake, Pa.), Clint Smith (Senoia, Ga.), Russell King (Bristolville, Ore.) and Brent Robinson (Smithfield, Va.).

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American Speed Association PR
Like baseball and football, auto racing is a sport that transcends from one generation to the next. But today's next generation has more things to capture their interest and short tracks around the country are looking for ways to get their attention to be a part of this sport or even be a fan. ASA Member Tracks are working overtime to create ways to get their attention to have that next generation to keep this sport successful.

This past year, the American Speed Association launched its ASA - Student Educational Series to its ASA Member Tracks. Over 50 students got involved this season in the program that is sponsored by ASA and Ohio Technical College. In a few weeks, several students will be receiving a scholarship from $2,500 to $20,000 to attend Ohio Technical College, some will be starting in late August while others will start taking classes in October. Several high school students have spent this summer working on a race team at ASA Member Tracks across the United States. Some are part of a pit crew and some are even drivers.

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