ATQMRA Bethel Motor Speedway “Novemberfest” Racer’s Guide

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The 2018 Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA power by VP Racing Fuel Championship Event

Points Battle:
1.    #48 Matt Janisch

2.    #51B Joey Bailey (-16)

3.     #1B Ryan Tidman (-24)
*All three drivers mathematically eligible to win championship

Saturday, November 3rd, 2018

Track Address:
361 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Swan Lake, NY 12783

Tentative Schedule:
12:00 PM Pit Gates Open

1:00 PM Practice Rounds Begin

2:00 PM (8 lap) Heat Races Begin
*Schedule Subject to Change. Event feature order list to be available at-track, day of event.

Admission:
$40 Pit Admission

$18 Adult Grandstand

$15 Senior Grandstand

$10 Student (12-16) Grandstand

FREE Children 11U Grandstand

FREE Active/Retired Military 

Tentative Schedule:
12:00 PM Pit Gates Open

1:00 PM Practice Rounds Begin

2:00 PM (8 lap) Heat Races Begin
*Schedule Subject to Change. Event feature order list to be available at-track, day of event.

Admission:
$40 Pit Admission

$18 Adult Grandstand

$15 Senior Grandstand

$10 Student (12-16) Grandstand

FREE Children 11U Grandstand

FREE Active/Retired Military 

Turkey Derby XLV Rules Package Announced; Wings Included

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Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018

WALL, NJ- For the first time since the inception of Wall Stadium’s inner oval, the Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA powered by VP Racing Fuel will feature wings for a Turkey Derby event beginning this Thanksgiving weekend.

During the previous off-season, in collaboration with ATQMRA board members and speedway officials, the decision was made to require all ATQMRA vehicles to race with wings at Wall Stadium in 2018. From both a safety and competition standpoint, the wings have been a proven success, thus leading to the decision to mandate a winged aero package for 45th running of the Turkey Derby.

Along with the wing requirement, the following rules package will be enforced at Turkey Derby XLV:

1. 2017 Indoor Engine rules will be allowed.

2. The minimum weight requirement is 850 pounds with driver post qualifying/race.

3. A maximum width of 55 inches measured at the bulge of the tire from the outside of the right rear to the outside of the left rear will be mandated.

4. It will be required that all cars run an outdoor RR tire. (LC5 10 inch, USAC 13 inch).

An entry fee of $40 will be charged to all competitors for this non-points event. Heat race line-ups will be set by group qualifying time trials. Furthermore, the 30-lap feature line up will be set by a redraw per car count, per the ATQMRA rulebook. For more information on the ATQMRA rulebook, please visit ATQMRA.com/about-me/.

The Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA portion of Turkey Derby XLV is set to take place on Saturday, November 24th, 2018. In preparation for the event, paid practice sessions will be available to all competitors on both Saturday November 10th, and Saturday November 17th, 2018. For more information regarding the event, please visit wallspeedwayracing.com.

Greg Hodnett Memorial Race

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Greg Hodnett

WATERFORD, CT - The sudden passing of 410 Sprint Car racer Greg Hodnett last month struck the Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA community. Hodnett, a member of the Pennsylvania Posse made his legacy racing in an area that is considered the home-base for many ATQMRA teams. The ATQMRA honored Greg at the last Wall Stadium Race by running a 27 lap feature event and each car had Hodnett colored ribbons hanging from the back of the cage during the race, that were provided by Sean Case.

The Greg Hodnett Memorial Race, sponsored by ATQMRA driver, Jeff Kot is set to take place this Saturday, October 6th, 2018, at The New London – Waterford Speedbowl in Connecticut. Through this sponsorship, a donation of earnings will be sent directly to the Hodnett family, courtesy of Kot and the ATQMRA. 

“Greg Hodnett meant so much to racers all across not only the northeast but nationwide,” explained Kot. “This is a phenomenal opportunity to honor him and also assist his family during this difficult time.”

Many of the ATQMRA drivers and crews follow the dirt sprint car series and not seeing the Hodnett name out on the track gives all the teams a bit of a pause as they remember Greg and his achievements as well as a great family man and friend. He’ll be in our thoughts in Waterford as we take the green flag in The Greg Hodnett Memorial Race.

Pit gates for all racing activities at The New London – Waterford Speedbowl, including the ATQMRA Greg Hodnett Memorial open at 2:00 PM Saturday. The racing action is set to begin at approximately 5:00 PM, with heat and feature races to follow. For more information, please visit the speedbowl’s website at speedbowlct.com.

WATERFORD ANNOUNCEMENT-

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This Friday, October 5th, 2018, the Waterford Speedbowl will be offering a paid practice to all ATQMRA competitors from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. The entry fee for the practice will be $50 per car.

A full day schedule for  Saturday, October 6th, 2018 will be released in the coming days. For more information, please visit www.speedbowlct.com.

Wall Stadium Speedway Racer’s Guide

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Wall Stadium’s Pack the Track Night
Saturday September 22nd, 2018

Track Address
1803 NJ-34, Wall Township, NJ 07719

Schedule 
1:00 PM Pit Gates Open
3:00 PM- 5:00 PM Practice 
5:15 PM ATQMRA Drivers Meeting
5:45 PM ATQMRA Heat Races - 8 Laps Each
7:00 PM Opening Ceremony 
7:10 PM ATQMRA 25 Lap Feature

Admission
$35 ATQMRA Pit Pass 
$10 Adult Grandstand 
$5 Youth Grandstand (Ages 6-16)
FREE Youth (5 and Under)

Mahoning Valley Speedway Racer’s Guide

Saturday September 22nd, 2018

Track Address:
2522 Blakeslee Blvd Dr E, Lehighton, PA 18235

Schedule:
11:30 AMPit Gates Open
12:30 PM – 3:30 PMPaid Practice 
4:00 PMGrandstand Gates Open
4:30 PMRegular Practice Begins
5:30 PMATQMRA Drivers Meeting
6:00 PM(2) 8-lap Heat Races
7:00 PM25-lap Feature 
*Schedule Subject to Change 

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Admission:
$35 Non-Mahoning Valley Members Pit Pass
$25 Mahoning Valley Members Pit Pass
$12 Adult Grandstand
$10 Active Military (with ID)
$10 Active Student (with ID)
FREE Kids 10 and Under

Full Speed Ahead: Kyle Taraska’s Journey to the Finish Line

Article courtesy of Berkeley College

When it comes to being an athlete, a full-time student, and an employee, Kyle Taraska finds that his success has come from his drive. The upcoming senior and race car driver has shown just how far he can go, as he pushes new limits and finds himself passing the finish line.

Kyle first discovered his love for motor sports at the age of 6. He grew up watching NASCAR with his father and enjoyed the thrill of fast cars. One day, when Kyle was a teenager, he discovered a contest that was sponsored by a racing school. The grand prize was private driving lessons on the school’s track. With no experience as a racer, Kyle took his chances and won the grand prize.

Today, Kyle drives the #16 TQ Midget for the Spitfire Racing team in the ATQMRA series. He has traveled around the country taking his racing to the next level.

The racer and Business major discovered Berkeley College after seeing a banner advertisement in the Menlo Park Mall. Feeling inspired, Kyle called the Woodbridge campus and decided to schedule a meeting. After sitting with advisors, Kyle knew transferring to Berkeley College was the right move for him.

“Everyone treated me like a person at Berkeley College. I am on a first name basis with all of my professors,” shared Kyle.

He credits the staff members who have supported him as a student, employee, and athlete. “Michael Russo, Campus Operating Officer, is always the guy who has his door open and is available to all students,” noted Kyle.

See Kyle go at his next race on Saturday, September 22, at 7 PM located at Wall Stadium Speedway.

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Wall Stadium Racers Guide

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Wall Stadium’s Pack the Track and Carnival Night
Saturday August 25th, 2018

Track Address
1803 NJ-34, Wall Township, NJ 07719

Schedule
1:00 PM Pit Gates Open
3:00 PM- 5:00 PM Practice
5:15 PM ATQMRA Drivers Meeting
5:45 PM ATQMRA Heat Races - 8 Laps Each
7:00 PM Opening Ceremony
7:10 PM ATQMRA 25 Lap Feature

Admission
$35 ATQMRA Pit Pass
$10 Adult Grandstand
$5 Youth Grandstand (Ages 6-16)
FREE Youth (5 and Under)

Preparation Underway for Pocono

Long Pond, PA - Full preparation is underway for all of the Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA powered by VP Racing Fuel teams as they are set to compete at Pocono Raceway for the second time in series history this Saturday. 

The event will take place on a temporary 1/5th mile oval located at the exit of the raceway’s pit road. The event will be sanctioned by Gary Mondschein’s Classic Racing Times and supported by the ATQMRA. The Modern TQ feature race will run in conjecture with the Classic Racing Times vintage race car exhibition events, and as well as the Verizon INDYCAR Series. 

The following rule changes are in effect for this event:

1. 100 points will be issued to every ATQMRA team that attempts to qualify, regardless of finishing position.

2. The indoor rules package will be in effect for all competing cars:

2017 Indoor Engine rules, weights, and widths will be used for this wingless show.  It will be required that all cars run an outdoor RR tire. (LC5 10 inch, USAC 13 inch)

For more information regarding this weekend’s race, please visit www.theclassicracingtimes.com. 

Waterford Wings N Wheels Rescheduled for Saturday, October 6th, 2018

Waterford, CT – In collaboration with Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA club members, and as well as New London-Waterford Speedbowl officials, the recent August 11th, 2018 event which was postponed due to inclement weather has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 6th, 2018.  This date will replace the previously scheduled date for the ATQMRA on October, 20th.  In the case of inclement weather on 10/6, October 20th, 2018 will act as the official rain date.

Both the IMSA Supermodifieds and NEMA Midgets will take part and support the recently schedule event on October 6th, 2018, guaranteeing race fans a full days schedule of non-stop racing. For more information, please visit www.speedbowlct.com. 

Waterford Racers Guide

Waterford Speedbowl Wings and Wheels

Track Address
1080 Hartford Turnpike, Waterford, CT 06385

Schedule
Friday August 10th, 2018
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM ATQMRA Paid Practice 

Saturday August 11th, 2018
11:00 AM Pits Open (ATQMRA North Pit)
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM ATQMRA Practice
1:00 PM General Admission Grandstand Opens
2:10 PM - 2:25 PM ATQMRA Final Practice
4:45 PM Heat Races (ATQMRA 5th Group)
6:30 PM Feature Races (ATQMRA 5th Group)

Admission 
$50 Pits
$40 Adult Grandstand
$37 Senior Grandstand
$35 Military Grandstand
$12 Youth Grandstand
FREE 12U Grandstand