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31st Annual Laurens County Shrine Race Up Next for ULTIMATE Super Series
31st Annual Laurens County Shrine Race Up Next for ULTIMATE Super Series
The ULTIMATE Super Late Model Series will sanction the running of the 31st Annual Laurens County Shrine Race on Tuesday Night June 14th at the historic Laurens Speedway. The event's motto sums up what Tuesday night will be about: "Strong cars run so weak legs can walk". ALL PROCEEDS from the race will directly benefit the Shriners Children's Hospital. This event will be the largest race held at the Laurens Speedway this year.
Dubbed "The Darlington of Dirt Tracks", Laurens Speedway is one of the toughest tracks in the Carolinas. The High Bank 3/8 mile is known for its speed, action and close racing. The Laurens Shrine race has always been a favorite among local and regional drivers. Last year's race winner Casey Roberts had the fans on the edge of their seats as he made a daring move on the outside of Rambo Franklin with less than 2 laps remaining to grab the victory. This annual charity event has developed quite a history and a strong following over the years. Several drivers who are members of the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame (Freddy Smith, Buck Simmons, Ronnie Johnson, and Steve Francis) have the Laurens County Shrine Race trophies. The most prolific event winner is Hall of Famer Mike Duvall who holds more wins than any other driver with an impressive 8 Shrine victories. Other past winners include Freddy Crawford, Bill Morgan, John Pursley, Dennis Franklin, Rex Richey, Chris Madden, C.L. Pritchett, Ricky Weeks, HotRod Lamance, Randall Jordan, and Frank Coates.
The Shriners Hospitals for Children is a one-of-a-kind international health care system dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Children up to the age of 18 with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip/palate are eligible for admission and receive all care in a family-centered environment at no financial obligation to patients or families. This will mark the 31st year that Fred and Janet Cogsdill have handed their keys to their 3/8ths mile facility over to the Laurens County Shrine Club.
"The Cogsdill Family has always been such a strong supporter of the Shriners. This event has raised over a half of a million dollars through the first thirty years. We can't stress enough how important events like this are to the Shriners Hospital. We appreciate everyone's support and we look forward to having a good show for them on June the 14th." said Dennis Nabors who is the President of the Laurens County Shrine Race Committee and Speedway promoter. The Shriners will be raffling off a Huge Grill on race night and there will be race shirts, hats, souvenirs, and pork skins available for purchase. Fans are encourage to get there early for best seating.
Chris Ferguson will lead the contingent of drivers campaigning for the ULTIMATE Series Championship by just 3 points over Georgia's Chip Brindle. Brindle has had an outstanding year and is currently listed as #20 in the nation's top 25 racers by www.DirtonDirt.com. Defending Ultimate Champion Casey Roberts currently trails the top spot by 8 points sitting in 3rd place. Jonathan Davenport, Petey Ivey, Daniel Baggerly, Chris Madden, Ross Bailes, Zach Mitchell and Casey Barrow round out the top 10 in points standings. Tuesday night's will feature a 40 lap super late main event that will pay $3,000 to the winner. These drivers from throughout the southeast and more are expected to be on hand vying for the top prize.
The 31st Annual Laurens County Shrine Race will also feature racing in Limited Late Models paying $500 to win, Hobbies paying $500 to win, and Super Stock Fours paying $1,000 to win thanks to division sponsorship from Johnson's Racing Engines. The Dwarf Cars will run as well. Pit Gates open at 5:00 PM EST and Grand Stands will open at 6:00 PM EST. Racing is set to begin at 8:00 PM. Admission is $15 Stands, $25 Pits. Children 5-11 $5 and Children 4 and under are Free.
The Laurens County Speedway is a located on Racetrack Road in Laurens, SC just off SC Highway 127 Bypass. For more information about the speedway or rules for support divisions visit the website at www.laurensspeedway.com or call (864) 984-2427. For information, schedule and rules for the Ultimate Super Series please www.ultimatesupers.com or call (864) 761-6039.
Partners of Ultimate Super Late Model Series include: Hoosier Racing Tires, Big A's Custom Graphics, NOS Energy Drink, Shell Racing Solutions, City Chevrolet, VP Racing Fuel, Velocita, & Thomas Clarke Performance
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