Tidman Takes Cliff Krause Memorial

August 19, 2025

Photo Credits: 📸 Eric Storch, Kristen Cocca, Scott Racz

The Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic Series fueled by VP honored Cliff Krause on Saturday night, August 16th, with a special 27-lap feature event at Wall Stadium Speedway.

The night opened with two $100-to-win Aqua Solutions Heat Races, claimed by (#12) Blake Barney and (#95) Jeff Kot.

Before the feature, the TQs paid tribute to Cliff Krause with a solemn missing man formation during the parade lap.

When the green flag flew, Jeff Kot (#95) surged from the pole to take the early lead, holding off #55 Steve Craig. Behind him, Blake Barney (#12) and Anthony Payne (#51) battled side by side, when (#99) Ryan Tidman boldly went three-wide before wisely backing out.

By lap 5, Tidman found room to the inside of Payne and powered past Kot for the top spot coming out of turn four. From there, Tidman never looked back, fending off steady pressure from Payne, who held strong in second.

The fight for third through fifth was intense, featuring Barney, Kot, and (#7) Tyler Ferris trading spots. Barney also set the Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award with a 13.149-second lap.

The No Caution Bonus went to Buddy Sload (#36), marking the fourth consecutive caution-free race. The $540 Lap Leader money went to Kot and Tidman. Sload charged into the top five late, finishing fifth, followed by Barney in sixth and Craig in seventh. Making the long trip from Connecticut were (#94) Bruce Leote, in his first start of the season, and (#22) Dave DiSalvo. From New York, (#27) Chris Coleman, a past Wall Stadium winner, also joined the field.

Tidman’s victory marked his third straight win this season, adding to an already dominant run. In victory lane, he thanked car owner and crew chief Paul Dodorico, as well as the Krause family for their continued support of the ATQMRA.

The winning #99 of Tidman passed post-race technical inspection.

The series heads back to Wall Stadium Speedway on August 23, for Pirate Night & Bike Night.

Aqua Solutions Heat Race #1

1. Blake Barney

Aqua Solutions Heat Race #2

1. Jeff Kot

FEATURE:

1. #99 Ryan Tidman

2. #51 Anthony Payne

3. #7 Tyler Ferris

4. #95 Jeff Kot

5. #36 Buddy Sload

6. #12 Blake Barney

7. #55 Steve Craig

8.#94 Bruce Leote

9. #22 Dave DiSalvo

10. #0 Billy Cole

11. #27 Chris Coleman

12. #23 Avery Stoehr (DNS)

Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award

#12 Blake Barney 13.149

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Tidman Dominates Lane Memorial

July 28, 2025

Tidman wins 30 Lap Lane Memorial Race at Wall Stadium for Second win of 2025
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — July 26, 2025

📸Eric Storch

The Lane Memorial, honoring the legacy of Ace Lane Sr., Ace Lane Jr. and JJ Lane, has become quite an event at Wall Stadium Speedway.

The ATQMRA participated in time trials which seems to be a fan and driver favorite. Picking up the Bud Sload Fast Time in qualifying, sponsored by Paul Dodorico Racing, was Ryan Tidman (#99) 13.052.

After the redraw, the line up was set with Tidman on the pole and Tyler Ferris (#7) starting on the outside pole for the 3rd race in a row.

Before engines fired, fans gathered for a busy trackside driver autographs and photos session with the field.

The evening’s ceremonies included a moment of remembrance in Victory Lane for the Lane family, with Tommy Lane returning behind the wheel, to honor his family's rich history in the Sean Case prepared 9C.

The Lane Memorial, honoring the legacy of Ace Lane Sr., Ace Lane Jr. and JJ Lane, has become quite an event at Wall Stadium Speedway.

The ATQMRA participated in time trials which seems to be a fan and driver favorite. Picking up the Bud Sload Fast Time in qualifying, sponsored by Paul Dodorico Racing, was Ryan Tidman (#99) 13.052.

After the redraw, the line up was set with Tidman on the pole and Tyler Ferris (#7) starting on the outside pole for the 3rd race in a row.

Before engines fired, fans gathered for a busy trackside driver autographs and photos session with the field.

Early on in the race Paul Dodorico (99x) and Steve Craig (#55) put on a battle for 6th, with Dodorico completing the pass on the back stretch.

Buddy Sload (#36) and Jeff Kot (#95) and Billy Cole (#0) were racing hard in the opening laps.

Meanwhile Tidman continued to increase his lead to almost a straight away over Ferris. Wagner made a front stretch pass on Payne as the two battled for 5th. One lap later Payne grabbed the position back in turn 2, utilizing a lapped car perfectly.

2nd through 5th (Ferris, Barney, Payne, Wagner) continued to run within inches of each other for most of the race.

With the checkers in the air, Tidman sealed up his 2nd win of the season, leading all 30 laps. Barney added a lot of excitement to the finish when he pressured Ferris across the line, ultimately Ferris would get 2nd and Barney would complete the podium cars. Payne and Wagner were within inches of the podium cars, putting on an action packed race for the fans.

Paul Dodorico, who in his first start this year driving the PDR 99x, and was third fastest in time trials, locked up the 6th spot. Craig, Sload, Kot and Cole completed the top 10. Billy Cole, Dave DiSalvo and Tommy Lane would round out the field.

For the third consecutive race this season, the race ran caution free.

Results were posted after the 99 passed post race tech by ATQMRA Tech Inspector Peter Duchak.

The evening was filled with heartfelt moments—photos in Victory Lane, a salute to the Lane’s family contributions to the sport through decades of photographic coverage, and a generous outpouring of support through lap sponsorships and memorial bonuses.

Special thanks to everyone who worked hard trackside to make the event a success. Emily Krause, Earl Krause, Erica Tidman, Kimmie Payne, Linda Tidman, Karen Sload, Pete Duchak, Sean and Bill Case, Scott Ferris, Erik Graham, Bob Wagner and Mike Corgliano.

Next up is the Cliff Krause Memorial on August 16th at Wall Stadium Speedway.

Awards and Bonuses

Ryan Tidman- $600 Lap Sponsors (Lap Leader 1-30)

Ryan Tidman- $100 Bud Sload Time Trial Fast Time Award by PDR

Ryan Tidman- $100 Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award

Steve Craig - $100 No Caution Bonus

Ryan Tidman - $75 The Cole Family at B&R fabrication Lane Memorial Top Finisher Award

Ryan Tidman - Lane Memorial Winner (From the Lane Family)

Tyler Wagner- Bonus From the Lane Family

Billy Cole - Bonus From the Lane Family

Feature Results - July 26, 2025

Ryan Tidman (#99)
Tyler Ferris (#7)
Blake Barney (#12)
Joey Payne (#51)
Tyler Wagner (#19)
Paul Dodorico (#99x)
Steve Craig (#55)
Buddy Sload (#36)
Jeff Kot (#95)
Dave DiSalvo (#22)
Billy Cole (#0)
Tommy Lane (#9)
Sean Case (#95C)

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Tidman Wins Exciting Doug Craig Memorial at Wall Stadium Speedway

July 12, 2025

📸: Scott Racz, Brien Hamer, Erica Tidman, Kristen Cocca

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA Midget Series Fueled by VP paid tribute to Doug Craig’s accomplishments as a four-time ATQMRA champion, Indoor Champion, and legendary driver who raced at more than 100 tracks across the country.

Aqua Solutions Heat Race’s were packed with action. Side by side racing and multiple lead changes, battling for the bonus money win. Taking home victories in the heats were Joey Payne and Ryan Tidman.

Prior to the start of the feature, teams and fans observed an emotional missing man formation to honor Craig’s memory and impact on the sport.

From the drop of the green flag, Tidman (#99) quickly established an aggressive pace, including the fastest lap of the race at 13.177 seconds, earning the $100 Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award. The 5 time ATQMRA Champion, driving the Paul Dodorico Racing (PDR) #99, started in the 8th position, after a redraw, among the qualified cars.

Tidman with Kimmie Payne Receiving Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award

Outside pole starter, Tyler Ferris (#7) led the majority of laps, but Tidman kept the pressure on, waiting for the right moment to set up a pass for the lead. As the field came back to the start-finish line on lap 20, Tidman timed his run perfectly, diving low into turn three to complete the move and he never looked back.

It was the first win of the season for PDR. Tidman also won the race $100 Doug Craig Hard Charger Award. Paul Dodorico Racing is sponsored by Dr. Martha C. Baker, The Fidge Factor Web Designs and Checkerwon Motorsports.

Blake Barney (#12) worked his way through the field, running some of his quickest laps late in the race, to earn the third spot with a 13.401 best time. This was Barney’s second podium in a row.

Kot and Payne battle for the lead in heat #1

Joey Payne (#51) ran strong in fourth, nearly matching Barney’s pace, while Steve Craig (#55) had a great run in 5th.

Jeff Kot (#95) finished sixth, posting the 3rd fastest time. Buddy Sload (#36) was 7th, and Avery Stoehr (#23) 8th, Billy Cole (#0) 9th, received the #55 Doug Craig Random Bonus, and Sean Case (#95C) 10th, picked up the $100 #55 Doug Craig Hard Luck Award, completed the top ten.

Cole and Ferris launch to start the race side by side

Tidman takes the checkers after later race pass

The feature event ran caution-free, the random draw $100 No Caution Bonus went to Joey Payne.

Following the event, Tidman credited his team’s hard work for preparing a fast car that handled great all night.

Podium drivers, crew & owners all assemble in victory lane

The ATQMRA will return to Wall Stadium Speedway on Saturday, July 26, for the Lane Memorial Race honoring JJ Lane and Ace Lane. This event is a 30 lap feature, with group time trials. Driver autograph session prior to the feature event. Lap sponsorships remain available for this special event.

For more information, visit atqmra.com or follow the series on Facebook: atqmra tq midgets and Instagram: @atqmra_midgets.

25 Lap Feature:

1. Ryan Tidman

2. Tyler Ferris

3. Blake Barney

4. Joey Payne

5. Steve Craig

6. Jeff Kot

7. Buddy Sload

8. Avery Stoehr

9. Billy Cole

10. Sean Case

LAP SPONSOR LEADERS

#7 Tyler Ferris $380

#99 Ryan Tidman $120

Aqua Solutions Heat Race #1 $100

#51 Joey Payne

Aqua Solutions Heat Race #2 $100

#99 Ryan Tidman

Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award $100

#99 Ryan Tidman

No Caution Bonus $100

#51 Joey Payne

#55 Doug Craig Hard Charger Award $100

#99 Ryan Tidman

#55 Doug Craig Hard Luck Award $100

#95c Sean Case

#55 Doug Craig Random Draw $50

#0 Billy Cole

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Ferris Dominates Flag-to-Flag for ATQMRA Victory at Wall Stadium

July 1, 2025

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — June 28, 2025

📸Photo Credits: Ed Malik, Eric Storch, Kristen Cocca & Kimmie Payne

Tyler Ferris delivered a commanding performance Saturday night at Wall Stadium Speedway, leading all 25 laps to capture the Hoosier Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA Midget Series Fueled by VP feature event.

Earlier in the day Aqua Solutions Heat Race #1 was won by Tyler Ferris and Aqua Solutions Heat Race #2 was won by Joey Payne.

Drivers that qualified for the pill redraw, set the top eight starting spots prior to the feature, with Ferris pulling a front row starting position.

From the start of the highly anticipated 2025 season opener, Ferris (#7) quickly established control of the race, pulling away from the field in the early going. While Ferris maintained a consistent pace out front, the battle behind him intensified. Joey Payne (#51) held firm in second and recorded the fastest lap of the night in the closing stages, picking up the Finish Line Bookkeeping Fast Time Award (13.197).

Blake Barney (#12) was picking off positions quickly, before entering a heated battle with Brianna Page (#76), for the third spot. Running wheel-to-wheel for several laps, before Barney secured the position on lap 23.

Ryan Tidman (#99) methodically advanced through the field, however, spun coming to the checkers but was able to drive through the spin, to finish fourth.

Brianna Page drove a great race, taking home a Top 5 finish, after some action packed racing. Steve Craig (#55), was up on the wheel in his #55 machine coming home 6th. Making the trip from NY, was Chris Coleman (#27), in 7th. Billy Cole also showed improvement in the #0, finishing in the 8th spot.

Sean Case drove a clean race, showing speed in his debut in the #95C, he was the highest finishing micro in 9th. Followed by Bill Force in the #6, credited in 10th, after experiencing brake issues.

Jeff Kot (#95) experienced mechanical failure on lap 2, and rounding out the field in 11th was rookie Dave DiSalvo (DNS).

The TQ event ran green to checkered, without a caution, which was rewarded, with the Caution Free $100 Bonus, that went to #55 Steve Craig, which was also selected by draw after the feature.

Following the race, Ferris credited his team’s constant hard work and for preparing such a good car, for the win.

The ATQMRA debuted their new Command Tent, produced by Area Auto Racing News, a branded central location for race day activities. Teams enjoyed a cookout and refreshments together under sunny skies. We would also like to thank Wall Stadium Speedway for the victory lane check!

Next up for the ATQMRA, is the Doug Craig Memorial Race on July 12, 2005. Join us to celebrate Doug’s career with a special race and lap sponsorship program. His accomplishments as a legendary driver, will be highlighted at the event, as we honor Doug and the Craig family, with the emotional missing man formation at the start of the 25 lap feature.

Top Ten Results – ATQMRA at Wall Stadium (June 28, 2025)

1. Tyler Ferris (#7)

2. Joey Payne (#51)

3. Blake Barney (#12)

4. Ryan Tidman (#99)

5. Brianna Page (#76)

6. Steve Craig (#55)

7. Chris Coleman (#27)

8. Billy Cole (#0)

9. Sean Case (#95C)

10. Bill Force Jr. (#6) DNF Mechanical

11. Jeff Kot (#95) DNF Mechanical

12. Dave DiSalvo (#22) DNS

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TYLER FERRIS EARNS FIRST CAREER ATQMRA VICTORY; TURKEY DERBY 51

December 3, 2024

The Hamer Motorsports Group celebrates in Wall Stadium Speedway Victory Lane as ATQMRA Turkey Derby 51 Champions - EJ O'Rourke Photo

Staff Report | Monday, December 2nd, 2024
Photography Credit: EJ O’Rourke, Eric Storch

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ - Tyler Ferris (#7 Hamer Heating and Cooling) fended off ATQMRA Champion Buddy Sload in an epic finish, earning his first career Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic ATQMRA fueled by VP Racing Fuels victory.

Steve Craig showed a lot of speed over the last week, dating back to Turkey Derby 51 practice. Craig earned the pole and battled for the lead early before earning a top-10 finish. -EJ O'Rourke Photo

Steve Craig earned the pole after a top-4 invert, leading the field of 21 cars, to the green flag. A caution flew on the initial start, due to a spin, caused by incidental contact with Tanner VanDoren (#12 Dent Zones, Bruce’s Speed Shop). The race officially started under single-file formation moments later.

The focus remained on 2024 Champion Buddy Sload (#36 Spitfire Chassis), who earned the lead after battling with pole sitter Steve Craig (#55 Craig Bulk Carriers), on the second lap. Sload was pursued by pre-race favorite Ryan Tidman (99x Martha Baker D.M.D., CheckerWon Manufacturing). Tidman earned the $50 bonus courtesy of NAPA Auto Parts, setting quick-time during time trials. Tidman entered Turkey Derby 51 winning the previous two renditions of the event.

Ryan Tidman (99x) and Don Zrinksi (75z) made contact near the halfway point of the race. This incident ultimately ended Tidman's chances at a Turkey Derby 3-peat. -Eric Storch Photo

As the leaders battled lapped traffic, the event reached a climax just prior to halfway on lap 13. Ryan Tidman was involved in the second caution of the event involving an incident with Don Zrinski (75z). Tidman received the worst end of the incident, as the damage caused was too great to continue, retiring his Paul Dodorico Racing machine prematurely.

Sload maintained the lead from the restart, with Ferris now in second, and Tyler Wagner (#51 Linblad Badger) in third. The final caution flew on lap 20, when Wagner’s Alan Mollot Racing teammate Matt Janisch (#51J Yuma’s Chassis) and Steve Craig made contact, on lap 20. Both drivers would restart at the tail end of the field but rallying to finish within the top-10.

Matt Janisch's spin created a cool photo but not a cool result, although he still managed a 10th place on the lead lap - Eric Storch Photo

The caution set the stage for a spectacular duel, as Ferris had to race the 3X Champ, Sload, to earn his first career feature win. Over the course of two laps, Ferris and Sload swapped the lead position three times, in a hard-fought clean battle. The best of the best of what makes the ATQMRA special, was showcased in front of a capacity crowd and to thousands of fans across the country on Racing America TV.

One of the best battles of the season, #7 Tyler Ferris and #36 Buddy Sload battling for the win in front of a capacity crowd -EJ O'Rourke Photo

Ferris would ultimately take the lead for good on lap 22, never looking back, to lead the final 8 laps, earning a coveted wreath, by winning ATQMRA Turkey Derby 51 at Wall Stadium Speedway.

Buddy Sload finished second, and Tyler Wagner rounded out the podium after racing in the top-5 for the entire feature.

Ryan Flores (#1B Boyd Speed Shop) made a surprise appearance in the ATQMRA this weekend for Donna and Lenny Boyd. The Indoor Auto Racing Series (driver) and NASCAR Cup Series champion (crew member) earned a fourth-place finish. Flores also earned a $50 bonus from NAPA Auto Parts for being the highest placed former quarter midget club driver.

#1B Ryan Flores and #22 Kyle Taraska earned a pair of top-5 finishes for the Boyd Speed Shop. Taraska gained 14 on-track positions during the race. - EJ O'Rourke Photo

Kyle Taraska (#22 Jersey Mike’s Subs, AC’s Lawn Service LLC) rounded out the top-5 in fifth. Taraska earned the NAPA Auto Parts Hard Charger Award, after starting 19th. An electrical failure prevented Taraska from posting a time in qualifying, earlier in the afternoon.

A career run for Kyle Herve (#24 CARS Auto Body, Nordot Adhesives), who had an equally impressive charge to the front from the 20th starting position. Herve ran top-5 lap times throughout the event and dialed in his Lafler Chassis ahead of the upcoming Indoor Auto Racing Series Championship season.

Section 8 Motorsports was well-represented with Briggs Danner and Kyle Herve battling in the top-10. Herve also gained 14 on-track positions during the race. -EJ O'Rourke

USAC Sprint Car racer Briggs Danner (#78 E. Schneider & Sons, Ironton Telephone) entered his first outdoor TQ Midget event since winning Turkey Derby 48 in 2021. Danner earned a seventh-place finish.

Multi-time NEMA Midget Champion Avery Stoehr (#23 Linblad Badger) gave Phil and Laurie DiMario’s machine a respectable eighth place finish. As noted, Steve Craig and Matt Janisch recovered from their lap-20 incident to round out the top-10 respectively.

Zack Burd (#5z AC/DT Dog Training, Burlington Chevrolet) and Josh Patterson (#02 BELFOR Property Restoration, Bob Hilbert Sportswear) rounded out the field of lead lap finishers in 11th and 12th.

Tyler Ferris began his career in WKA Karting at the age of 5, earning multiple victories and a National Championship in 2017. The Ferris’ partnered with long-time family friend Brien Hamer in late-2019, catapulting Tyler’s oval track career in TQ Midgets, 602 Sportsman’s, and Modifieds. After years of supporting the ATQMRA and Wall Stadium Speedway, we send kudos to The Hamer Motorsports Group, after earning their first career feature victory.

Tyler Ferris, Turkey Derby 51 Champion and officially an ATQMRA Feature Winner. What a way to win your first. - Eric Storch Photo

The Hoosier Tire ATQMRA fueled by VP Racing Fuels thanks our sponsors, competitors, promoters and fans on an incredible 2024 season. We thank additional Wall Stadium Series sponsors Hamer Heating and Cooling, and Brice’s & Van Wickle NAPA Auto Supply for their continued support.

The tour’s 69th annual season was a competitive one, capped off by a year that celebrated four first-time winners.

The ATQMRA will celebrate Driver Champion Buddy Sload, and Owners Champion Colin Martin at a public awards ceremony, at the Motorsports Racecar and Trade Show in Oaks, PA on Saturday, January 25th, 2025.

Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday season to all.

TURKEY DERBY 51 ATQMRA FEATURE RESULTS (30-LAPS):
1. #7 Tyler Ferris
2. #36 Buddy Sload
3. #51 Tyler Wagner
4. #1B Ryan Flores
5. #22 Kyle Taraska
6. #24 Kyle Herve
7. #78 Briggs Danner
8. #23 Avery Stoehr
9. #55 Steve Craig
10. #51J Matt Janisch
11. #5z Zack Burd
12. #02 Josh Patterson
13. #73 Cole Mullen
14. #2 Mike Glaser
15. #711 Joe Toth
16. #18 Patrick Force
17. #75z Don Zrinski
18. #95 Jeff Kot
19. #99 Ryan Tidman
20. #12 Tanner VanDoren
21. #0 Billy Cole

TIME TRIAL RESULTS (TOP-4 INVERT):
1. #99 Ryan Tidman 13.201 (4)
2. #36 Buddy Sload 13.225 (3)
3. #51 Tyler Wagner 13.276 (2)
4. #55 Steve Craig 13.302 (1)
5. #02 Josh Patterson 13.320
6. #7 Tyler Ferris 13.355
7. #1B Ryan Flores 13.429
8. #51J Matt Janisch 13.518
9. #12 Tanner VanDoren 13.582
10. #0 Billy Cole 13.613
11. #78 Briggs Danner 13.753
12. #75z Don Zrinski 13.778
13. #23 Avery Stoehr 13.860
14. #95 Jeff Kot 13.884
15. #73 Cole Mullen 13.895
16. #5z Zack Burd 13.922
17. #2 Mike Glaser 13.961
18. #711 Joe Toth 13.962
19. #22 Kyle Taraska NO TIME
20. #24 Kyle Herve NO TIME
21. #18 Pat Force NO TIME

FEATURE FAST FACTS:
Time of Race: 13:59.265
Leader(s): 3
Lap Leader(s): #36 Buddy Sload (20), #7 Tyler Ferris (9), #55 Steve Craig (1)
Cautions: 3
Fastest Lap: #7 Tyler Ferris (13.037)
Rookie of the Race: #1B Ryan Flores (4th)

NAPA Brice Auto Supply & Van Wickle Auto Supply $50 Bonuses:
Time Trial Quick Time: #99 Ryan Tidman (13.201)
Hard Charger: #22 Kyle Taraska (+14)
Highest Fin. 1/4 Midget: #1B Ryan Flores (4th)

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