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Race Of Champions Modified Series Tradition Continues With The Night Before The Glen Rod Spalding Classic

by MikeJuly 29, 2025

Race of Champions Late Models, FOAR SCORE Four Cylinder Dash Series, and Chemung Hobby Stocks Set for Full Card on Saturday, August 9, 2025

Chemung, N.Y. – (July 28, 2025) – The Race of Champions Modified Series will continue one of the Southern Tier’s most treasured traditions with the running of “The Night Before The Glen – Rod Spalding Classic” at Chemung Speedrome on Saturday, August 9.

The event honors Rod Spalding, a respected Modified driver who received the Sportsmanship of the Year award at Shangri-La Speedway in Tioga, N.Y., before suffering serious injuries at Orange County Speedway in Rougemont, N.C. His legacy lives on through the work of the Spalding Foundation for Injured Drivers, which continues to support racers throughout the region.

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Race Of Champions Dirt 602 Sportsman Modified Series Returns To Ohsweken Speedway This Friday, August 1

by MikeJuly 28, 2025

Ohsweken, Ontario – (July 28, 2025) – The Race of Champions Dirt 602 Sportsman Modified Series will make its long-awaited return to the world-class Ohsweken Speedway in Ontario, Canada, this Friday, August 1, for the second race of its 2025 season. The event is part of “Strode’s BBQ & Deli & Electromart presents the Noelle Teal Memorial Night at the Races” — a marquee night on the Ohsweken calendar.

Cody McPherson of St. Catharines, Ontario, the defending Series champion, enters the event as the most recent winner after capturing the season opener in May.

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Spencer Speedway Set To Host Fan Appreciation Night

by MikeJuly 28, 2025

“Fan Appreciation” Highlights Full Card of Race of Champions Action Friday, August 1 At Spencer Speedway

Williamson, N.Y. – (August 1, 2025) – Spencer Speedway will roar back to life this Friday, August 1, as the historic Route 104 oval continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary season with a night packed full of racing, fun, and fan engagement.

The evening will feature a full card of Race of Champions Family of Series action headlined by the Race of Champions Sportsman Modified Series. Fans of all ages will enjoy the return of the Race of Champions Super Stock Series, Rocket Performance 602 Sportsman Modified Series, and the always exciting Wilbert’s U-Pull It Four Cylinder and Super Six Divisions.

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Patrick Emerling Scores Hometown Win In “Transitowne 100” At Holland Speedway With Race Of Champions Modified Series

by MikeJuly 28, 2025

Nik Welshans and Trisha Connolly Also Claim Holland Speedway Feature Victories on Action-Packed Saturday Night

Holland, N.Y. – (July 27, 2025) – Patrick Emerling of Orchard Park, N.Y., captured a hard-fought and emotional victory in the Transitowne 100 on Saturday night at his home track, Holland Speedway, with the Race of Champions Modified Series.

Emerling battled throughout the race with Jake Lutz of Hamburg, N.Y., eventually taking the lead and holding off Lutz in a thrilling run to the checkered flag. The win marked the 25th career Race of Champions Series victory for the Western New York native.

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“The Transitowne 100” To Bring Thunder In The Hills At Holland Speedway With Race Of Champions Modified Series This Saturday, July 26

by MikeJuly 22, 2025

Race of Champions Street Stocks, FOAR SCORE Four Cylinders, and Mighty TQ Midgets Round Out Action-Packed Card

Holland, N.Y. – (July 21, 2025) – The Race of Champions Modified Series is set to make its highly anticipated return to the high banks of Holland International Speedway this Saturday, July 26, for the only stop of the season at the historic Western New York oval.

Headlining the night will be “The Transitowne 100,” a 100-lap showdown sure to deliver the trademark intensity fans have come to expect from the Series.

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Zack Curren Scores Emotional Race Of Champions Sportsman Modified Series Win At Chemung Speedrome In Tribute To Ed Mcguire 51

by MikeJuly 22, 2025

Chemung, N.Y. – (July 19, 2025) – Zack Curren of Horseheads, N.Y., delivered a powerful and emotional performance on Saturday night at Chemung Speedrome, capturing the win in the Race of Champions Sportsman Modified Series “Tribute to Ed McGuire 51.” Curren competed in a tribute car honoring his friend, Connor Sellars, who passed away unexpectedly earlier this year.

The annual event honors Ed McGuire, a longtime competitor and car owner in the Southern Tier racing community. It has become a cherished tradition at Chemung Speedrome.

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Chemung Speedrome Up Next For Race Of Champions “Family Of Series” With Tribute To Ed McGuire 51’s This Saturday, July 19

by MikeJuly 14, 2025

Racing Begins at 6:00 PM at the Southern Tier’s Historic Oval

Chemung, NY – July 13, 2025 – The Race of Champions “Family of Series” heads to Chemung Speedrome this Saturday, July 19 for the running of the Tribute to Ed McGuire 51’s, headlined by the Race of Champions Sportsman Modified Series in a 51-lap showdown at one of the Northeast’s most storied short tracks. (more…)

Matt Hirschman Drives To Victory In 35th Annual Tribute To Tommy Druar And Tony Jankowiak 110

by MikeJuly 14, 2025

Barron, VanLane, Catalano, and Schoonmaker Also Victorious Friday Night at Spencer Speedway

Williamson, N.Y. – (July 13, 2025) – Matt Hirschman of Northampton, PA added to his historic legacy on Friday night, capturing his 62nd career Race of Champions Modified Series win in the 35th Annual Tribute to Tommy Druar and Tony Jankowiak 110 at Spencer Speedway in Williamson, NY.

The victory earned Hirschman $5,073.37 and further cemented his status as the winningest driver in Series history.

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Mike Leaty Returns To Victory Lane In Ol’ Boy Cup IX At Lancaster Motorplex

by MikeJuly 1, 2025

Leaty outduels Lutz and Emerling in Thursday Night Sprint at the Buffalo Half-Mile

LANCASTER, NY (June 27, 2025) – In a thrilling Thursday night showdown at Lancaster Motorplex, Mike Leaty of Williamson, NY, powered his way back to victory lane, capturing his first career win in the prestigious Ol’ Boy Cup IX as part of the Race of Champions Modified Series.

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Race Of Champions Late Models And FOAR SCORE Four Cylinder Dash Series Set For “The Freedom Showdown” This Saturday At Lake Erie Speedway

by MikeJuly 1, 2025

Independence Day Celebration to Feature High-Speed Action and Fireworks Spectacular

North East, PA – (June 30, 2025) – Lake Erie Speedway will come alive this Saturday, July 5, with a special Independence Day celebration as it hosts The Freedom Showdown, featuring the Race of Champions Late Model Series and Race of Champions FOAR SCORE Four Cylinder Dash Series. Joining the action will be thrilling support divisions, including pickup trucks and the powerful American Big Rig Series.

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