Thorold, Ontario (July 24) Two finales will pour the foundation for an exciting night of racing at Merrittville July 31 as Cotton Inc forms a great kickoff to the annual Civic Holiday Doubleheader.
"It's shaping up to be an awesome start to our Holiday doubleheader," said (Merrittville GM) Erica Bicknell. "It's an event not to miss for sure."
The first Saturday in August sets up an event that's been a tradition at Merrittville Speedway since 1972 – make it yours in 2010 and follow the Big Block Super DIRTcar Series to the Thorold d-shaped oval for the 17th annual Trevor Wilkens Memorial 100 presented by Toolneeds – August 3.
From the first event in 1972 through to this year's edition – a who's who of DIRTcar Modified Racing converge annually on the Canadian showplace to take on Merrittville's own talented field in the Civic Holiday Classic.
Merrittville Speedway's Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series' Fans can also look forward to the Original Pizza Logs Sportsman Division sharing the spotlight as they will compete in their final Niagara Motors King of the Crates 40 lap Event of 2010.
To kick off the season, defending series co-champion Greg Panunte took the opening round while Tyler McPherson won back on June 19. In a recent strange turn of events the McPherson 777 was sold.
Niagara Motors – an authorized performance parts dealer in the Niagara Peninsula is a Pontiac Buick and GMC Dealer and like any other GM Dealer across North America – can supply racers with the economical GM Crate Engine.
The second Niagara Motors King of the Crates Champion will receive a $500 Gift Certificate redeemable at Niagara Motors towards the purchase of a GM 602 Crate Engine for 2011.
In the early 1990's Cotton expanded by providing stone delivery and excavation services as more and more customers recognized the advantages of working with one preferred supplier. Anticipating this trend would continue, Cotton added its own concrete plant in full operation at its main facility. Today at over 100 employees strong, Cotton is the only company in Niagara to supply all phases of a project.
Cotton not only pours the foundations, we also provide the stone and make the concrete. This approach not only ensures every project is completed on time and on budget, it also allows us to provide the highest quality product because we tightly monitor and control every phase of each operation.
From estimating to excavating; from making the concrete to the final pour, Cotton ensures each aspect of every project is done right. For further information – visit cottoninc.ca or call 905-262-2000.
Another series coming to an end is the 2010 Grantham Lions Club Ironman Enduro Qualifying Series accelerated by Niagara College.
In the first two events, James Mercer and Terry McNeill were both winners – leaving a last driver that will be eligible for a $500 Bonus should he or she go on to win the 100 lap event that closes the season.
Enduro Racing at Merrittville Speedway is enjoying a resurgence over the last couple seasons – all leading to the season-ending Motorized Mayhen Event that will feature the Grantham Lions Ironman Enduro Series Finale 100 lap event accelerated by Niagara College. Enduro Racing is something that just about anyone can get on track with. Just find yourself a car and with some safety modifications – you're in the show. Depending on the outcome of each qualifier, a driver could run the same car through-out the summer and then again in the Fall Main Event.
"Our Enduros attract all kinds," relates (GM) Erica Bicknell, "Drivers with no experience, some that have run this type of event before and even some of our regular Saturday Night competitors but in the end it's more survival than experience that counts."
For Enduro Rules and Specifications – visit www.merrittvillespeedway.com. Rules are also available from the Speedway Office during the season and the Novelty Trailer on race nights.
"We're thrilled that the Grantham Lions are quite involved in the sport this season," added Bicknell. "It's a great organization heavily involved in the community and we share the same anniversary!"
The Grantham Lions Club was formed in 1952 and is heavily involved in minor sports organizations and like other Lions Clubs worldwide – has Lions Eye Care as a major project. For information on how you can become a member of the club – visit www.granthamlionsclub.com or visit Hoosier Stock competitor and Lion Ron MacAulay and club members at the track this summer.
Events that race fans should make note of are their Fish Frys the first Friday of every month. For information on Hall Rentals for your next event – call 905-935-8434. Individuals considering re-training for a new career are encouraged to take a serious look at the many programs and opportunities available at Niagara College. For further information on technology, apprenticeship and skills training visit niagaracollege.ca and accelerate your career.
Completing the Cotton Inc. Saturday Night Event are events for the L. St. Amand Enterprises 358 Modifieds, Hoosier Stocks and the Turn 4 Collision 4 Cylinders.
Gates open at 5:30. Showtime is at 7:00.
Merrittville Speedway is located at 2371 Merrittville Highway in Thorold Ontario in the heart of Niagara. Race fans can visit www.merrittvillespeedway.com or call the 24 Hour Raceline at 905-892-8266 for event information.
The countdown to the 1st Annual Bob St. Amand Memorial has begun. In the weeks … days and minutes leading up to the L. St. Amand Enterprises presentation stay tuned to merrittvillespeedway.com for all the latest news.
For further information on the 59th Season – race fans and race teams alike can follow Merrittville on Face Book and Twitter.
Crazy Offer!
Race fans – check your 2010 Ticket Stubs for a Crazy Offer from Little Caesars Pizza – located at 572 Niagara Street in Welland. With the purchase of a HOT-N-READY Pizza and Crazy Bread – receive a Free Crazy Bread!
Sounds Good!
Enjoy all the play by play from the Merrittville Announce Team of Clint Geoffrey, Mikey Kruchka and Fran Buschardt and special guests all season long on our new state of the art Yorkville NX Series Loudspeakers. Race fans and teams can also tune into 89.9 FM to listen to live feeds from our FM Transmitter.
Make your plans call your friends and maybe even get a carpool together and enjoy a staycation at the speedway with plenty of free parking and camping spots – a night at the races is so much fun and so close to home!
Your Local Dirt Track is where it's at!!! Merrittville Speedway 'The Best Family Entertainment in Niagara."
Release Prepared By Jim Irvine
Merrittville Public Releations
905-892-8266 or jimirvine@cogeco.net
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