The 2009 SK Modified rookie class at Stafford just got a little bit bigger... And a bit more decorated.
Chris Matthews becomes the fifth former SK Light competitor to make the jump to the SKs this offseason, and the second past champion to move up (Joe Allegro, Jr being the other SK Light champion to graduate).
The car that Matthews will be driving will be a car that was previously run by Todd Owen.
After my hiatus since May, I've decided on a new lease on life. I've re-emerged from the dark layers of hell with a new location for all things VFT1.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
The Welcoming of the LLM Spec Engine
From earlier this week (read as: Tuesday), there's news from the Limited Late Model division.
Andrew Durand's going to make the switch this season to the new spec engine package available for the Limiteds. He'll also be changing the body style to the new Mid-American NGB style with a New Era win.
Andrew Durand's going to make the switch this season to the new spec engine package available for the Limiteds. He'll also be changing the body style to the new Mid-American NGB style with a New Era win.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Business Expo in May
Throughout the month of May, Stafford has decided to host their own business expo.
Sponsors of any Stafford competitor, track sponsor, and/or track advertising partner are allowed to come on down to the track during any Friday night in the month of May (excluding the 22nd for some reason) to promote their business.
Out of all of the sponsors that set up shop on the midway that evening, one business will get to ride in the pace car, start the race, and award the winner their trophy at the end.
There are some catches.
Sponsors of any Stafford competitor, track sponsor, and/or track advertising partner are allowed to come on down to the track during any Friday night in the month of May (excluding the 22nd for some reason) to promote their business.
Out of all of the sponsors that set up shop on the midway that evening, one business will get to ride in the pace car, start the race, and award the winner their trophy at the end.
There are some catches.
- Sponsors can only have up to three attendees set up and work the display.
- Displays must be up no later than 4:30pm.
- In the event of rain, the event will be held during the next week's event. Again, this is sans the May 22nd event.
- RSVP by April 29 by reading the link found at the top of the post.
Monday, March 23, 2009
More on Rocco's Meet With the Governor
In regards to a past entry I wrote this month...
Stafford has a piece up on their site about Keith Rocco going to the state capital to meet with Jodi Rell. The story, if you don't remember, has Rocco being honored for his achievements last season (SMS SK champion, Connecticut champion in the Whelen All-American Series, and fourth overall in the national standings) by the Governor.
I know, not much to discuss about this. Sorry about that. I promise I'll have more stuff coming. Lack of patience, I guess.
Stafford has a piece up on their site about Keith Rocco going to the state capital to meet with Jodi Rell. The story, if you don't remember, has Rocco being honored for his achievements last season (SMS SK champion, Connecticut champion in the Whelen All-American Series, and fourth overall in the national standings) by the Governor.
I know, not much to discuss about this. Sorry about that. I promise I'll have more stuff coming. Lack of patience, I guess.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Sizzler Open Practice
You know the start of the racing season at Stafford's coming when there's an open practice for the Spring Sizzler coming up.
The open practice this year will take place on Appril 18 -- that's a Saturday. In the event of rain, the date will be the very next day; April 19.
Entrance for the practice is $25, and if you have a season pit pass, it's already covered. General admission stands will not be open.
The track opens at 10:00am, and practice runs from 1:00pm to 6:00pm.
The open practice this year will take place on Appril 18 -- that's a Saturday. In the event of rain, the date will be the very next day; April 19.
Entrance for the practice is $25, and if you have a season pit pass, it's already covered. General admission stands will not be open.
The track opens at 10:00am, and practice runs from 1:00pm to 6:00pm.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Ticket Prices Increasing SOON
Read as "after Monday". So you really only have about two or three days to save money for season tickets.
Monday is also the last day you have an opportunity to follow Stafford's convienient Buy Now, Save Later plan (pay half of the ticket price by Monday and the other half on or before April 9).
Monday is also the last day you have an opportunity to follow Stafford's convienient Buy Now, Save Later plan (pay half of the ticket price by Monday and the other half on or before April 9).
Friday, March 13, 2009
16 Days and Counting...
Until the first event on Stafford's calendar occurs. I know. The days get longer, and so does the feeling of waiting.
At the end of the month -- March 29 -- the first of two spring swap meets will take place with the spring motorcycle swap meet.
Really, though, at least this means that the racing season's closer than it was when I first posted the countdown.
At the end of the month -- March 29 -- the first of two spring swap meets will take place with the spring motorcycle swap meet.
Really, though, at least this means that the racing season's closer than it was when I first posted the countdown.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Just a Few More Tidbits
A few more stories from the short track presswire while we're all waiting for that stubborn cold weather to shuffle right on out of here...
+ There will be another two-car team in the SK Modifieds this season. Brett Gonyaw will be in one Bob Parker machine (#84), while Willie Hardie will be in the other (#48).
+ Keith Rocco's accomplishments this past season turned quite a few heads, including Governor Jodi Rell's. Today, Rocco earned a distinction from Rell. A statement from Rell can be found at the Hartford Courant's racing blog.
+ Sean Foster's looking for a ride. Sponsorship is not a problem. He's just looking for any team that needs a driver for the season. His race plans are open: Race anywhere and anything.
+ There will be another two-car team in the SK Modifieds this season. Brett Gonyaw will be in one Bob Parker machine (#84), while Willie Hardie will be in the other (#48).
+ Keith Rocco's accomplishments this past season turned quite a few heads, including Governor Jodi Rell's. Today, Rocco earned a distinction from Rell. A statement from Rell can be found at the Hartford Courant's racing blog.
+ Sean Foster's looking for a ride. Sponsorship is not a problem. He's just looking for any team that needs a driver for the season. His race plans are open: Race anywhere and anything.
Friday, March 06, 2009
A Few More Headlines
Two pieces of news to help keep this month of March moving (because you know what they say -- in like a lion...)
+ In these tough economic times, Stafford is going to help lighten the load a slight bit when it comes to paying for the season ticket package. Before March 16, pay half of the price of whatever package you want to buy, and then before April 9, pay the other half. Once both halves are sent to Stafford, the pass will be processed and in the mail for you to use.
+ According to Stafford's site, the SK Modified 100 is the third "longest continuously running event" at the track, only behind the obvious Spring Sizzler and Fall Final. The 2009 edition of the SK 100 will be the 36th annual event, and since 2004, it has been sponsored by Coors Light. I say that because they'll be the sponsor of this year's race as well. Their partnership with SMS started in 2000 when they sponsored the inaugural SK Modified 150 and awarded $150 in contingency money. In 2004, the company moved affiliation to the SK 100, where it has been a staple ever since.
+ In these tough economic times, Stafford is going to help lighten the load a slight bit when it comes to paying for the season ticket package. Before March 16, pay half of the price of whatever package you want to buy, and then before April 9, pay the other half. Once both halves are sent to Stafford, the pass will be processed and in the mail for you to use.
+ According to Stafford's site, the SK Modified 100 is the third "longest continuously running event" at the track, only behind the obvious Spring Sizzler and Fall Final. The 2009 edition of the SK 100 will be the 36th annual event, and since 2004, it has been sponsored by Coors Light. I say that because they'll be the sponsor of this year's race as well. Their partnership with SMS started in 2000 when they sponsored the inaugural SK Modified 150 and awarded $150 in contingency money. In 2004, the company moved affiliation to the SK 100, where it has been a staple ever since.
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
Yeah, I've Been Slipping...
But it's been a crazy last few days here. I've been incased in other things. I'm taking a break from NHL trade deadline silliness to post the following stories from the weekend and yesterday.
Let's start with the big news from yesterday. Jim Peterson's coming back. But instead of owning his own car like he's done in the past, he'll be teaming up with Joe Hamm to drive the #13 Late Model this season. The crew will be a mixture of Hamm's guys and Peterson's guys.
Meanwhile, in last month's news (that's always still important), the spec engine package for the Limited Late Models has been finalized. Base price is set at $3200, with upgrades at $1600. The final cost is $4800. And because I'm just in chaos mode and I don't do this kind of thing often, here are the upgrades for the spec engine, straight from Stafford's site.
Click on the image for a larger size.
I'll be back with more news when it unfolds. 53 days and counting until the Sizzler gets here...
Let's start with the big news from yesterday. Jim Peterson's coming back. But instead of owning his own car like he's done in the past, he'll be teaming up with Joe Hamm to drive the #13 Late Model this season. The crew will be a mixture of Hamm's guys and Peterson's guys.
Meanwhile, in last month's news (that's always still important), the spec engine package for the Limited Late Models has been finalized. Base price is set at $3200, with upgrades at $1600. The final cost is $4800. And because I'm just in chaos mode and I don't do this kind of thing often, here are the upgrades for the spec engine, straight from Stafford's site.
Click on the image for a larger size. I'll be back with more news when it unfolds. 53 days and counting until the Sizzler gets here...
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