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  • Ben Shelton
    Senior Member
    • May 2007
    • 5461

    #1

    Magnolia State Cotton Pickin' 100 Practice Draws Over 100 Competitors

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    Contact: Ben Shelton (msrmafia@gmail.com)
    September 20, 2018

    Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 Practice Draws Over 100 Competitors
    Mega Event Racing Action Starts on Friday Night

    Columbus, Mississippi (09/20/18) – The Open Practice for the 2018 edition of the Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 presented by Country Pleasin Sausage at Magnolia Motor Speedway was held on Thursday night. More than 100 competitors – representing 11 states and two countries – in five divisions took advantage of the opportunity to get their hot rods dialed in for the mega weekend.

    Amongst the entries on hand for practice were approximately 42 Super Late Model entries including:

    #0 – Craig Scott (Newnan, Georgia)
    #1c – Chad Thrash (Meridian, Mississippi)
    #3 – Shay Knight (Columbus, Mississippi)
    #4 – Michael Arnold (Hattiesburg, Mississippi)
    #G4 – Shelby Sheedy (French Camp, Mississippi)
    #5 – Brad Couch (Bossier City, Louisiana)
    #5 – Jon Mitchell (Texarkana, Texas)
    #r5 – Hunter Rasdon (Jonesboro, Arkansas)
    #6r – Robbie Stuart (Deridder, Louisiana)
    #7d – Jake Davis (Hackett, Arkansas)
    #9 – Jason Croft (Woodstock, Georgia)
    #10 – Spencer Hughes (Meridian, Mississippi)
    #12 – Ashton Winger (Senoia, Georgia)
    #12 – Jamie Elam (Senatobia, Mississippi)
    #14m – Morgan Bagley (Longview, Texas)
    #17m – Dale McDowell (Chickamauga, Georgia)
    #21 – Neil Baggett (Columbus, Mississippi)
    #21 – Billy Moyer (Batesville, Arkansas)
    #21jr – Billy Moyer Jr. (Batesville, Arkansas)
    #22 – Tanner English (Benton, Kentucky)
    #22 – Keith House (Monroeville, Alabama)
    #24 – Zack Leonhardi (Cartersville, Georgia)
    #25 – David Doherty (Sydney, Australia)
    #27 – Larry Harrod (Plains, Georgia)
    #33c – Eric Cooley (Fulton, Mississippi)
    #33 – Scott Dedwylder (Vossburg, Mississippi)
    #48 – Mike Myers (Ruleville, Mississippi)
    #50 – Shanon Buckingham (Morristown, Tennessee)
    #51 – Dean Carpenter (Coldwater, Mississippi)
    #53 – Ray Cook (Brasstown, North Carolina)
    #54 – Dane Dacus (Lakeland, Tennessee)
    #71 – Chris Wall (Holden, Louisiana)
    #76 – Brandon Overton (Evans, Georgia)
    #84 – Austin Smith (Rome, Georgia)
    #86 – Rick Rickman (Columbus, Mississippi)
    #90 – Brian Rickman (Columbus, Mississippi)
    #94 – Austin Rettig (Sikeston, Missouri)
    #97 – Cade Dillard (Many, Louisiana)
    #99 – Clay Fisher (Dewitt, Arkansas)
    #104 – Brandon Brzozowski (San Antonio, Texas)
    #212 – Josh Putnam (Florence, Alabama)
    #376 – Mark Bangs (Canoe Creek, Alabama)

    Additional Super Late Models are expected to arrive overnight into Friday afternoon to prepare for the opening round of competition.

    The 2018 Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 presented by Country Pleasin Sausage kicks into high gear on Friday night when a complete program for the Super Late Models will be capped by a $4,000-to-win/$300-to-start, 30-lap finale. Preliminary action for Durrence Layne Late Models, Mississippi Street Stocks Series and Factory Stocks/Pure Stocks will also shine under the bright lights.

    On Saturday evening the Super Late Model competitors will compete in a full program that will culminate with a $12,000-to-win/ $700-to-start finale.

    All other divisions will contest B-Mains and the main events. The Durrence Layne Late Models will be competing for a $3,000 top prize. MSSS Street Stocks will be competing for $2,000-to-win. Factory Stocks/Pure Stocks will be competing for $1,000-to-win, and Late Model Sportsman will race for $1,200-to-win.

    Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ Trophies will be presented to each winner!

    Super Late Models 8” Spoilers ONLY, Magnolia Motor Speedway Rules Apply.
    Super Late Model Tire Rule: Hoosier 1350, Lucas 03 on all four corners anytime with a Hoosier 1600, Hoosier LM40, Lucas 06 right rear option in the feature only

    NO TOLERANCE.

    Friday Night Super Late Model Purse (30 Laps)
    1)$4,000 2)$2,000 3)$1,000 4)$800 5)$700 6)$600 7)$500 8)$450 9)$425 10)$400 11)$375 12)$350 13)$325 14-24)$300

    Saturday Night Super Late Model Purse (70 Laps)
    1)$12,000 2)$6,000 3)$3,500 4)$2,500 5)$2,000 6)$1,600 7)$1,500 8)$1,400 9)$1,300 10)$1,200 11)$1,100 12)$1,000 13)$900 14)$800 15)$750 16)$725 17-24)$700

    With the early entry deadline now passed, the weekend entry fee for Super Late Model pilots will be $150.

    NeSmith Late Models will also be in action battling for $3,000-to-win/$200-to-start with a $100 Entry Fee. Magnolia Motor Speedway Rules Apply.

    The MSSS Street Stock division will be headlined by a $2,000-to-win/$100-to-start with a $75 Entry Fee. Magnolia Motor Speedway Rules Apply.

    The Factory Stock Vs. Pure Stock Challenge will be headlined by a $1,000-to-Win/$100-to-start with a $25 Entry Fee. Drivers can run whatever rules package their home track runs with the exception that all competitors must run an unmodified 4412 carburetor. No mud grip tires are allowed. No grooving and no chemical alteration on tires allowed. For any additional rules questions, please contact Johnny Stokes at 662-574-2572.

    Late Model Sportsman division will be headlined by a $1,200-to-Win/$100-to-start with a $35 Entry Fee. Magnolia Motor Speedway Rules Apply.

    Trackside parking is available for an additional $30 in any unreserved spot. To reserve your spot please call 662-386-9191.

    FourWheeler’s/ATV’s/SidebySide’s/Golfcarts/Ect. $25.00 for the weekend.

    PURSES, PRICES, and RACE FORMAT BASED ON 2 DAY SHOW.
    Magnolia Motor Speedway and complete Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 presented by Country Pleasin Sausage information can be found on the Magnolia Motor Speedway website hosted at www.MagnoliaDirt.com.

    For more information, call Johnny Stokes at 662-574-2572, Ben Shelton at 901-335-3037 or Dewitt Singleton 601-917-1500 or the track at 662-240-3478.

    Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 presented by Country Pleasin Sausage Event Fast Facts:
    EVENT FORMAT
    Friday, September 21st Schedule:
    2:00pm: Pit gates open
    4:00pm: Grandstands open
    6:30: Driver’s meeting
    7:00: Hot Laps
    8:00pm: Qualifying

    Friday Night Super Late Model Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, 30-Lap Feature, NeSmith Late Model Qualifying Races, MSSS Street Stock Qualifying Races, Factory Stocks Heat Races, and Late Model Sportsman Heat Races.

    FRIDAY ADMISSION PRICES
    Friday Grandstands Admission: Adults $25.00
    Friday Children 6-10 $5.00. Children 5 & under free.
    Two Day Adult Grandstand Pass: $50.00

    Friday Pit Admission: Adults $35.00
    Friday Children 6-10 $25.00 Children 5 and Under Free.

    Saturday, September 22nd Schedule:
    2:00pm: Pit gates open
    3:00pm: Grandstands open
    4:00pm: Autograph session on souvenir row
    5:00pm: Driver’s meeting
    5:30pm: Premier Ford Hay Ride for the kids
    6:00pm: Hot Laps
    7:00pm: Racing

    Saturday Night Magnolia State Cotton Pickin’ 100 Main Event Night
    Super Late Model qualifying, heat races, B-Mains, and 70-Lap Feature
    B-Mains for All Divisions and Features

    SATURDAY ADMISSION PRICES
    Saturday Grandstands: Adults $30.00
    Saturday Children 6-10 $5.00. Children 5 & under free.
    Saturday Pit Admission: Adults $40.00
    Saturday Children 6-10 $30.00 Children 5 & under free.
  • dirt crow
    Senior Member
    • Apr 2008
    • 3596

    #2
    Mark Bangs!!! It’s over! Write him the check!
    2023 Races - WoO at TST

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    • Ben Shelton
      Senior Member
      • May 2007
      • 5461

      #3
      Got to meet him for the first time last night. He's a character and a half. It's cool to see guys like that getting back into racing.

      - Ben

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      • LMNED10
        Senior Member
        • Sep 2014
        • 131

        #4
        Yea I like Mark he is one of the throwbacks in dirt racing back in the 80's. I heard he was gonna run the Southern All Stars deal next year, good for him he needs to go and see other track and get more exposure. Great car count at Magnolia 42 for practice and I would say they may get 4 or 5 more but strong car count. My second race this year with 40 plus car count first one was Governors Cup at Talladega
        Last edited by LMNED10; 09-21-2018, 01:58 PM.

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        • dirt crow
          Senior Member
          • Apr 2008
          • 3596

          #5
          Known him from my Green Valley days. Quick story. At one drivers meeting at GVS Mark was told since he didn’t help pack the track he had to start his heat race in the back. He told then Promoter Marvin Ford I had some car trouble and couldn’t. Ford said you’re starting in the back Bangs. Mark immediately replied “Ok Marvin. I like a challenge.” Lol! He started in the back and still won.
          2023 Races - WoO at TST

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          • champion24
            Senior Member
            • Aug 2013
            • 3065

            #6
            Heard 22 Fergy on the pole, anyone know anything else? If not for Eldora, we would be there! Send many of those cars to EAMS on Sunday too!!

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            • champion24
              Senior Member
              • Aug 2013
              • 3065

              #7
              Sorry, make that Fergy wins from the pole. 17m 2nd from deep in the field! 57 cars.

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              • One Man Gang
                Senior Member
                • Feb 2010
                • 1049

                #8
                Ferguson, Mcdowell, Moyer, Sullivan, Hiett top 5. Mcdowell from 13th to 2nd and Hiett 22nd to 5th in 30 laps. Photo finish it appeared between Dale and Billy for 2nd.

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                • dirt crow
                  Senior Member
                  • Apr 2008
                  • 3596

                  #9
                  Hiett!! Moving on son!! Back row to 5th!! Roll Tide!!
                  2023 Races - WoO at TST

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                  • Kwd1253
                    Senior Member
                    • Sep 2014
                    • 2262

                    #10
                    Great racing last night. Good up front battle, guys from the back ran to the front. Tonight show should be a good one as well. Brownstown needs take notes from Dr.Dirt or any good track prep crew lol.

                    I hope they stick with this format for next year and get little more money for winnings 7k, 15k. Not the best sdlm car count this event has had but 57 not bad at all. Still out drew the Lucas and outlaw car count. Hopefully next year more out state regional drivers show up.

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                    • jr29
                      Senior Member
                      • May 2007
                      • 829

                      #11
                      And Moyer complains about lapped cars. He complains at a startling rate.
                      Ferguson somehow managed to pass those same lapped cars so they weren't blocking the whole track.

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                      • Kwd1253
                        Senior Member
                        • Sep 2014
                        • 2262

                        #12
                        Originally posted by jr29 View Post
                        And Moyer complains about lapped cars. He complains at a startling rate.
                        Ferguson somehow managed to pass those same lapped cars so they weren't blocking the whole track.
                        You are right Ferguson McDowell, hiett and thrash had do same thing find fast way around the slower cars.

                        I guess he forgets that part of racing. There going be more laps cars in the way in that 100 lapper. 10 year ago Moyer would found away around them than thinking they have to move for him. He should just 100% retire and be full on board with Moyer Jr as crew chief. I'm fan of Moyer but his time as passed.

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                        • Dlmfan123
                          Senior Member
                          • Dec 2017
                          • 4519

                          #13
                          I don’t think there’s been a single interview from him in the last 4 or 5 months with out him complaining about somthing or telling everybody he’s perfect and it’s always the other person that messed up

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                          • No_Weak_Links
                            Senior Member
                            • Feb 2015
                            • 679

                            #14
                            Funny I don't see the Fergy bashers on here anywhere?

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                            • kazual
                              Senior Member
                              • Jul 2014
                              • 1168

                              #15
                              Hate to echo on Billy, I’ve enjoyed watching him race for a long time. But his gripping gets old. He reminds me of the ole guy up the street that complains about kids walking on his lawn, enough already.
                              I hate time trials.

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