Thorold, Ontario (May 18) – The first holiday doubleheader of 2011 kicks off Saturday May 21st when the Seaway Mall presents the first of two visits for the BRP CanAm Late Model Tour.
With the BRP Can Am Late Models in the spotlight are the Thorold track’s Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series Divisions – the Original Pizza Logs Sportsman, Hoosier Stocks, J&S Heating and Air Conditioning Modified Lites and the Turn 4 Collision 4 Cylinders.
“Race fans will sure get their racing fixes over the Holiday Weekend,” relates (Merrittville GM) Erica Bicknell-Jones, “it will be quite a doubleheader with some must see events both nights … the BRP Late Models look different and certainly race different than our open wheel cars ... they are fast ... noisy ... and often on three wheels.”
Former Merrittville Pro Stock Champion recently turned Karting Parent Darren Kish would join the growing BRP CanAm Late Model Tour back in the day and in an Invitational Event in 2006 – took the division’s first checkered flag on Canadian Soil.
While the Seaway Mall’s event is number three of the 2011 BRP CanAm Late Model Series Schedule ... it is the tenth that Merrittville Speedway has hosted.
Bicknell Racing Products has added $2000 bonus dollars for the touring group’s annual visit to Merrittville Speedway as part of the Speedway’s annual Victoria Day Holiday Weekend.
Two 2011 BRP CanAm Series tour events have been completed to date. A total of 33 drivers have competed in those events and several teams are expected for their 2011 debut on Saturday.
Jeremy Wonderling won the tour opener at Woodhull last month with John Waters coming out on top at the tour event at Black Rock two weeks ago. On the strength of the Woodhull win and a third place finish at Black Rock - Wonderling holds a five point advantage over Jason Knowles coming into this weekend.
Prior Merrittville BRP CanAm winners who are expected to make their first show of 2011 are Jon Rivers, Dave Miller and Bruce Miller. The Miller father (Dave) and son (Bruce) duo swept the two late model events in 2005. Rivers was the winner of the Queen’s Day affair in 2006.
“With Merrittville’s 60th year of racing underway,” relates Series Director Gary Montgomery, “the BRP CanAm Late Model Series is delighted to be part of their celebration.”
Complete BRP CanAm Series information is available at www.BRPCanAmSeries.com
The Seaway Mall - located at 800 Niagara Street features over 120 friendly stores and services and offers free wireless internet throughout the mall.
The Seaway Mall is open Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 9 PM, Saturday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Sundays from 12 to 5 PM.
Shoppers can also visit the Seaway Mall on line at www.seawaymall.com on your I Phone by downloading the free Seaway Mall App from the iTunes store.
The Seaway Mall goes WAY beyond your expectations! Seaway Mall offers a variety of unique shopping and dining experiences and is home to over 120 stores and services including Le Chateau, the Shoe Warehouse, Bonnie Togs, and a brand new Pennington’s. Seaway Mall is simply the best place to shop for everything you need for your family, home and for yourself.
When the gates open May 21st, representatives from the Rankin Cancer Run will be set up with information on the Annual Event set for May 28th. For further information or to make an online donation visit www.rankincancerrun.com. Many of Merrittville Speedway’s Officials and fans will participate in the event as well as drivers.
For further information on the 60th Anniversary Season call the Speedway Office at 905-892-8266 or visit the award winning www.merrittvillespeedway.com. Race fans and Race teams alike can follow Merrittville on Face Book (Facebook.com/Merrittville Speedway) and Twitter (Twitter.com/Merrittville).
Join us this season on a Saturday Night for a 60th Anniversary LUCAS OIL WEEKLY RACING SERIES EVENT featuring FIVE Divisions with local heroes and up and coming new stars.
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.”
Crazy Offer! Race fans – check your 2011 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!
From Jim Irvine Merrittville Speedway Public Relations
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