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03-02-2008, 10:16 PM
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SOUTHERN TIER SPEEDWORLD ENDS WITH A NEW ALL TIME ONE DAY ATTENDANCE RECORD SET FOR THE OAKDALE MALL
The 5th Annual Southern Tier Speedworld presented by Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet and Country Town Auto Service wrapped up Sunday evening with a very successful three day free to the public race car show. The first event on the local auto racing calendar for 2008 brought out huge numbers of racing fans all weekend long.
Oakdale Mall officials indicated to NEARA Promotions, Inc. who promoted the show that the attendance on Saturday was an all time one day record for the facility which is over 25 years old.
Oakdale Mall officials did not release the actual official attendance figures but did say that for the first time in the history of the Oakdale Mall all major brand name department stores had to call in more help. Because the current staff on duty at all of the stores couldn’t handle the long lines of customers. Also all of the food vendors in the Oakdale Mall did record sales throughout the weekend with most vendors running out of food and drink early Saturday evening.
“ Once again this shows how strong racing is in the area “ said NEARA Promotions, Inc. President Paul Smazl. “ When you can break a one day attendance record at the Oakdale Mall that is quite an accomplishment for sure. Not only am I happy about setting the record but I’m also happy for all of the racers in the show because they got maximum exposure not only for them but also for their sponsors. “
Show Manager Robin Oltz said, “ It’s going to take a while to knock the smile off my face after this weekend. I can’t thank all of the sponsors, racers, race tracks, clubs, organizations and volunteers who participated in making this show one to remember for a very long time. The challenge for next years show is how do we top this years’ show ? “
Over 60 racing machines representing all forms of Motorsports from Microds to Drag Racing were in the show. Adding to the excitement all weekend long was the first time addition of Slot Car Racing, a 410 Sprint Car Simulator, and over 100 entries in the Southern Tier Radio Control Racing Club all weekend long.
Major show sponsor Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet had a dozen General Motors products on display all weekend long. Representatives of Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet were kept busy all weekend long as many potential customers were checking out the vehicles.
Saturday night Country Town Auto Service sponsored the Awards Party that was held at Post 80 in downtown Binghamton . After a delicious pork bar – b – queue dinner served up by Mary Lou’s Catering and some racing trivia conducted by Leon Andrus it was time for the Show Awards.
In the Best Appearing Categories winning their respective divisions were; Rusty Smith ( Asphalt Modified ), James Cornell and Ken Titus ( co - Dirt Modified ), Jeff Crambo ( Sportsman ), Charlie Gilbert ( Pure Stock ), Chelsea Sellars ( Microds ), Justin Petcosky ( Small Cars ), Dave Simms ( 4 Cylinders ), and Gary Roberts ( IMCA Modified ).
The Best Dirt Car Award went to Bud Phillips with his dirt Late Model that competes at the Penn – Can Speedway.
The Best Asphalt Car Award went to Tony Hanbury with his SST Modified that competes at the Chemung Speedrome.
The Best Overall Asphalt Display Award went to the Southern Tier Microd Club of Candor, NY.
The Best Overall Dirt Display Award went to the dirt Modified of Steve Babicek of Binghamton , NY .
The Best Fan Friendly Display Award went to the Square Deal Riders Club of Harpursville, NY.
The Best in Show Award went to dirt Sportsman driver Mike Marold who races at the Five Mile Point Speedway.
Specialty Awards were handed out to two well deserving group of people. Leon Andrus presented his “ Are You Kidding Me Award “ to Casey Oltz. Casey handles all of the office work with Southern Tier Speedworld.
The Anna Heath Memorial Award was handed out by last year’s winner Dan Harpell. The grandson of the late Mrs. Heath presented the 2008 Award to the Knapp Family of Johnson City , NY . The Knapp Family has supported every racecar show that has ever been held in the area along with displaying the car in a variety of summer time events.
The final award of the evening was presented by NEARA Promotions, Inc. President Paul Smazl. The Fan of The Year Award was presented to Bill Goodrich. Bill is a long time race fan who works weekly at Penn – Can and Five Mile Point Speedways. Bill since day one of Southern Tier Speedworld has helped in the setup and tear down of the show without asking to be paid as he does it for the love of the sport.
After a very successful 5th Annual Southern Tier Speedworld presented by Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet and Country Town Auto Service the planning starts for the 6th Annual edition next year. The official dates for the 6th Annual Southern Tier Speedworld presented by Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet and Country Town Auto Service will be announced in November.
Any information on Southern Tier Speedworld can be found by calling 607 – 797 – 3683 or stspeedworld@yahoo.com.
JR KENNERUP
The 5th Annual Southern Tier Speedworld presented by Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet and Country Town Auto Service wrapped up Sunday evening with a very successful three day free to the public race car show. The first event on the local auto racing calendar for 2008 brought out huge numbers of racing fans all weekend long.
Oakdale Mall officials indicated to NEARA Promotions, Inc. who promoted the show that the attendance on Saturday was an all time one day record for the facility which is over 25 years old.
Oakdale Mall officials did not release the actual official attendance figures but did say that for the first time in the history of the Oakdale Mall all major brand name department stores had to call in more help. Because the current staff on duty at all of the stores couldn’t handle the long lines of customers. Also all of the food vendors in the Oakdale Mall did record sales throughout the weekend with most vendors running out of food and drink early Saturday evening.
“ Once again this shows how strong racing is in the area “ said NEARA Promotions, Inc. President Paul Smazl. “ When you can break a one day attendance record at the Oakdale Mall that is quite an accomplishment for sure. Not only am I happy about setting the record but I’m also happy for all of the racers in the show because they got maximum exposure not only for them but also for their sponsors. “
Show Manager Robin Oltz said, “ It’s going to take a while to knock the smile off my face after this weekend. I can’t thank all of the sponsors, racers, race tracks, clubs, organizations and volunteers who participated in making this show one to remember for a very long time. The challenge for next years show is how do we top this years’ show ? “
Over 60 racing machines representing all forms of Motorsports from Microds to Drag Racing were in the show. Adding to the excitement all weekend long was the first time addition of Slot Car Racing, a 410 Sprint Car Simulator, and over 100 entries in the Southern Tier Radio Control Racing Club all weekend long.
Major show sponsor Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet had a dozen General Motors products on display all weekend long. Representatives of Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet were kept busy all weekend long as many potential customers were checking out the vehicles.
Saturday night Country Town Auto Service sponsored the Awards Party that was held at Post 80 in downtown Binghamton . After a delicious pork bar – b – queue dinner served up by Mary Lou’s Catering and some racing trivia conducted by Leon Andrus it was time for the Show Awards.
In the Best Appearing Categories winning their respective divisions were; Rusty Smith ( Asphalt Modified ), James Cornell and Ken Titus ( co - Dirt Modified ), Jeff Crambo ( Sportsman ), Charlie Gilbert ( Pure Stock ), Chelsea Sellars ( Microds ), Justin Petcosky ( Small Cars ), Dave Simms ( 4 Cylinders ), and Gary Roberts ( IMCA Modified ).
The Best Dirt Car Award went to Bud Phillips with his dirt Late Model that competes at the Penn – Can Speedway.
The Best Asphalt Car Award went to Tony Hanbury with his SST Modified that competes at the Chemung Speedrome.
The Best Overall Asphalt Display Award went to the Southern Tier Microd Club of Candor, NY.
The Best Overall Dirt Display Award went to the dirt Modified of Steve Babicek of Binghamton , NY .
The Best Fan Friendly Display Award went to the Square Deal Riders Club of Harpursville, NY.
The Best in Show Award went to dirt Sportsman driver Mike Marold who races at the Five Mile Point Speedway.
Specialty Awards were handed out to two well deserving group of people. Leon Andrus presented his “ Are You Kidding Me Award “ to Casey Oltz. Casey handles all of the office work with Southern Tier Speedworld.
The Anna Heath Memorial Award was handed out by last year’s winner Dan Harpell. The grandson of the late Mrs. Heath presented the 2008 Award to the Knapp Family of Johnson City , NY . The Knapp Family has supported every racecar show that has ever been held in the area along with displaying the car in a variety of summer time events.
The final award of the evening was presented by NEARA Promotions, Inc. President Paul Smazl. The Fan of The Year Award was presented to Bill Goodrich. Bill is a long time race fan who works weekly at Penn – Can and Five Mile Point Speedways. Bill since day one of Southern Tier Speedworld has helped in the setup and tear down of the show without asking to be paid as he does it for the love of the sport.
After a very successful 5th Annual Southern Tier Speedworld presented by Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet and Country Town Auto Service the planning starts for the 6th Annual edition next year. The official dates for the 6th Annual Southern Tier Speedworld presented by Mike Stolarcyk Chevrolet and Country Town Auto Service will be announced in November.
Any information on Southern Tier Speedworld can be found by calling 607 – 797 – 3683 or stspeedworld@yahoo.com.
JR KENNERUP