Hudson Oneal and MasterSbilt part ways

[Hoosier_Dirt]

Just saw on Facebook they have parted ways. Story on DoD as well

[TS FAN]

Unfortunately this was to be expected. Hope the young man gets another chance. He is a good young driver IMO

[No_Weak_Links]

I don't question Hudson will land in a good ride, I question what becomes of Mastersbilt? They're not even competitive and haven't been relevant in a decade. I wonder if they're able to continue.

[foxfire2dirtracing]

Question: How many “good” teams are presently looking for a driver?

[Pennsboro32]

Problem is, there aren’t any top level rides open that I can think of.

[oldracer0]

Hudson to bloomquist second carWins within his first 4 starts

[Hoosier_Dirt]

MasterSbilt says they are keeping the team going. Not any top notch teams looking for a driver that I'm aware of, so may be difficult for Hudson to find something. I'd like to know the real story of what happened between Hudson and SSI. They are now running a limited schedule with RTJ, and hearing they may run a full schedule next season with RTJ ?!

[TS FAN]

I think there is a good chance he gets something put together before the end of the year. What that will be is anyone's guess, but it would help if he can line up a sponsor or two.

[Rajflyboy]

What state do the O’neils live in?

[Pennsboro32]

The O’Neal’s are from Indiana.

[Rajflyboy]

Thanks. They seem like pretty good folks. I hope they get Hudson competitive again real soon.

[fryefan]

MasterSbilt says they are keeping the team going. Not any top notch teams looking for a driver that I'm aware of, so may be difficult for Hudson to find something. I'd like to know the real story of what happened between Hudson and SSI. They are now running a limited schedule with RTJ, and hearing they may run a full schedule next season with RTJ ?!

Just a guess, but I would imagine that since Ricky is a better driver and does not tear up near as much stuff, has something to do with it.

PS -- Hudson definitely has potential, but he needs to be more patient at times.

[Jim11h]

Wasn't this deal mainly with Beeman backing??? Does Beeman stick with anyone long??? I'm guessing it's not all master's money and the "main" money wanted change. I know nothing inside but over years outside observation. Maybe they need a guy like o-show got?

[JustAddDirt]

Or maybe the guy that turned EPJ’s Season around.

[dirtcrazy4u]

Someone turned EPJ's season around ?

[dirtcrazy4u]

Hudson is going to struggle finding a top quality ride on a national tour. Those rides are not just out there for a drivers choosing, neither are the sponsors, and Hudson doesn't have much to show a potential client. Shame I thought the kid had a Brite future ahead of him.

[In The Gas]

Hudson should have never agreed to drive for Masters as this was set up for failure from the get go. By not performing well in this outdated technology only hurt his stock and it was wishful thinking that they would compete well on a circuit like Lucas. They don’t have the engineering expertise to keep pace with Rocket and Longhorn.
Jim11 you are spot on with the Beeman support. Anyone driving cars with his ownership or backing are in for a short stay.
Good Luck to Hudson! He does have the talent to succeed in this sport.

[NeedforLMspeed]

Someone turned EPJ's season around ?

He must know something we don't...

[#FALSuperman]

1 top 5 finish in 29 starts and only 5 top 10's.
Without question, his worst season to date.

[buster83]

yelp Amen.

[Barbecueboy]

After running so horribly all year, and then to win a Lucas race shortly after AB arrived......it's either a turnaround or just a fluke with some dumb luck mixed in.

[JustAddDirt]

After running so horribly all year, and then to win a Lucas race shortly after AB arrived......it's either a turnaround or just a fluke with some dumb luck mixed in.

yeah i thought he has run better since the new crew chief, or help arrived.
could be luck, but at least his name was in the top 10 and not in the provisional list like at beginning of year.

[Dirt Reynolds]

I would assume the person referring to EPJ's season turning around would be the addition of Anthony Burroughs (was working w/ Brian Shirley)

https://www.stlracing.com/2020/06/18/earl-pearson-jr-records-top-5-at-smoky-mountain-speedway-lolmds-clash-at-the-mag-this-weekend/

[nc mudcat]

Casey Roberts is available, maybe he'll take the car vacated by O'Neal.

[Pennsboro32]

Casey Roberts is available, maybe he'll take the car vacated by O'Neal.

I noticed he hasn't been racing and he took his website down.

[JabberJaws83]

They should put Cody Mahoney or Jason Jameson in it. Both could give feedback to give the piece some speed.

[foxfire2dirtracing]

DOD article says Casey has left his ride & has a new job outside of racing to support his family.

[Rollover]

Jim Beeman has to have some sort of record for going through the most drivers.

[bleedblue55]

I would assume the person referring to EPJ's season turning around would be the addition of Anthony Burroughs (was working w/ Brian Shirley)

https://www.stlracing.com/2020/06/18/earl-pearson-jr-records-top-5-at-smoky-mountain-speedway-lolmds-clash-at-the-mag-this-weekend/

Burrows and Shirley had a horrible start to the season before their split. Shirley is now closing in on another Summer Nats title. Who knows how the wind blows tomorrow

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

Burrows and Shirley had a horrible start to the season before their split. Shirley is now closing in on another Summer Nats title. Who knows how the wind blows tomorrow

Not saying AB is any good, but the difficulty level of those 2 endeavors are nowhere near the same.

[baker1b]

Jabber Jaws I agree 100%. I kept hoping Cody would at least work with them. I worked at Mastersbilt a few years. I know Tader has the knowledge and Hudson can drive. It's just hard being the only car out there running with those guys. Nobody to bounce setup's off of. I don't think Hudson would leave without a deal somewhat in place. The two familys are to good of friends. Maybe The Real Deall?

[dirt33]

Burrows and Shirley had a horrible start to the season before their split. Shirley is now closing in on another Summer Nats title. Who knows how the wind blows tomorrow

I didn't think Shirley started out the year all that bad. In the first two months of the season (NM/AZ, GA/FL, and Clarksville), in 25 starts he had:

15 top 10s
11 top 5s
3 wins

Not outstanding, but not all that bad.

Then they went to GA/FL round 2 and ran outside of the top ten every night but one, and that was it....

Without question he is back in his wheelhouse now on the SummerNationals tour. Gotta at least give a small mention to the level of competition compared to WoO/Lucas.

[Krooser]

I'd like to see Tader make a call to Rumley after he finds a driver.

[HIGH ROLLER]

I'd like to see Tader make a call to Rumley after he finds a driver.

That seats been filled!

[Barbecueboy]

Casey Roberts is available, maybe he'll take the car vacated by O'Neal.

No......just no......please no.

[Dirt Reynolds]

Burrows and Shirley had a horrible start to the season before their split. Shirley is now closing in on another Summer Nats title. Who knows how the wind blows tomorrow

Brian Shirley is racing Jason Feger and Frank Heckenast Jr.

Earl Pearson is racing Jimmy Owens and Jonathan Davenport

Not even the same level.

[Zonks32x]

Brian Shirley is racing Jason Feger and Frank Heckenast Jr.

Earl Pearson is racing Jimmy Owens and Jonathan Davenport

Not even the same level.

You're right. It's alot easier for Owen's & JD to pass EPJ, than it is for Squirrel to pass Feger and Frankie.😂

EPJ got his yearly win. Let's not get all excited like the Hurricane is going to go rip off 5 or 6 more in the next month.

Would love to see it, b/c I like EPJ, but not happening.

[drich24]

Nice run by EPJ tonight. Done without the help of any cautions.

[NeedforLMspeed]

EPJ hasn't done much since winning the Mansfield race 2 yrs ago

[Retired]

High Roller, who got the ride?

[27j-55]

Hudson did not have a chassis that was competitive, no disrespect to anyone, he is a class act & a proven winner. Good luck to all that were involved in that deal