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Grandview Speedway
Race Results
Grandview Speedway, a NASCAR sanctioned auto racing
facility, is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, 10
miles north of Pottstown, in Bechtelsville, PA. For race
information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at
www.grandviewspeedway.com.

06/26/07

BUSY MONTH OF JULY OFFERS A VARIETY OF AUTO RACING EVENTS
COMPETITION HAS BEEN INTENSE IN RECENT WEEKS

BECHTELSVILLE, PA JUNE 26, 2007 . . . There has been some intense racing action at the NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville, PA in recent weeks.
The Berks County clay oval prides itself on the exciting auto racing events that they have offered over the years and that excitement will continue during July.
In recent weeks fans have been treated to the first time appearance of United States Auto Club wingless sprint cars and American Racing Drivers Club wingless midgets. A huge crowd was on hand to see the close finishes in those events.
Saturday night stock car racing action has seen current point leader Duane Howard grab a win away from Danny Erb in final lap action. On that same night Josh Weller earned his first career United Racing Company sprint car victory in a close run to the checkered flag. And just last Saturday night six-time champion Craig VonDohren topped five-time champion Jeff Strunk and multi-time champion/current point leader Duane Howard in a down to the wire event.
In addition the NASCAR Late Models have offered some crowd pleasing entertainment. With the return of all time leading feature winner Jon Kellner Sr. and fan favorite Harry Neiman the action should be turned up a notch.
On Tuesday, July 3rd, BPG Racing will sponsor a doubleheader show of racing action as part of the Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek Series. The 410-sprint cars and the 358-modifieds will be in action. Both are excitement producing events.
Fireworks, not just the kind fans see on the track but real fireworks, will be part of the Norris Mechanical Contractors Night on July 7th. Headlining that event will be the Firecracker 40 for Late Models and a full show of NASCAR Modifieds.
Maverick’s Motorcycle Club Night is set for July 14th with the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models in action.
The fan favorite Thunder on the Hill Racing Series continues on Tuesday, July 18th featuring the 100-lap Traffic Jam for DIRT Modifieds and Garden State Vintage Stock Cars. Fans coming out with a Grandview, New Egypt Speedway or Bridgeport Speedway t-shirt will get an extra $2.00 off on their ticket as part of FAN FUN.
Jesse Baro Trucking Night will feature the NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Legends cars on Saturday, July 21.
The month of July closes out with Zuber Realty Night on the 28th featuring the Modifieds, Late Models and Xcel 600 Modifieds.
All racing events have a 7:30 p.m. starting time.
New is the opportunity for early arriving fans to have the opportunity to win a chance to flag the warm-up session for the NASCAR modifieds on Saturday nights. The fan with the lucky rain check climbs into the starter’s stand and gets to feel the thrill of waving the various flags and controlling the on track action.
Complete information on racing events at Grandview Speedway can be found at www.grandviewspeedway.com or telephone 610.754.7688.
The track, celebrating 45 years of racing action, is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown.

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, June 30, 7:30 p.m. Allstate Insurance Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
Tuesday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek 410 sprints and 358 Modifieds
Saturday, July 7, 7:30 p.m. Norris Mechanical Contractors Night featuring Firecracker 40 for Late Models, NASCAR Modifieds and FIREWORKS.

FANTASTIC FINISH AT GRANDVIEW HAS VONDOHREN TOPS IN MODS, SIPE AND GARDNER ALSO WINNERS

BECHTELSVILLE, PA JUNE 24, 2007 . . . There was a fantastic three car battle during the final laps that resulted in a fantastic finish that had Craig VonDohren winning the 30-lap Hatfield Quality Meats NASCAR Whelen All American Modified feature race by just the narrowest of margin on Saturday night at Grandview Speedway.
In the 20-lap main event for the NASCAR Late Models Bryon Sipe rode to the first feature victory of his career and Kyle Gardner won the 20-lap Mangold Excavating 600 Modified feature.
Randy Bailey went to the front at the drop of the green for the NASCAR Modifieds and the veteran Kutztown racer set the pace for the first five laps. A red flag brought a halt to action when a fan fell in the grandstands but was
found to be not injured. On the restart VonDohren was able to put the Mike Harvey/Stauffer Construction No. 1c in front the 29 car feature field.
Bailey and John Tschudy proved to be tough competition for VonDohren up to the 15th lap when Jeff Strunk, coming from 11th, dropped in behind VonDohren and put some pressure on for first place.
At 19 laps Randy Bailey went to the pits and now the three car race was on with VonDohren in front followed by Strunk and now Duane Howard who had come up from 12th start position.
The balance of the 30-lapper had Strunk and Howard going side-by-side battling for the runner-up position and VonDohren loving every minute of that as it kept them from challenging him. In the final couple laps Howard managed to get by Strunk and proceeded to ride right on VonDohren’s bumper to the finish.
Oley based VonDohren earned his second win of the season worth $2,200. Howard, also from Oley, winner of four features this season settled for second followed by Jeff Strunk (Mohnton), Mike Gular (East Greenville) and Tommy Sheetz Jr. (Boyertown).
In victory lane VonDohren told the crowd that he stuck to the top of the track and cut the corners in his winning effort.
Leesport’s Bryon Sipe brought his Haus Automotive/Georgio Mushroom sponsored No. 33 home first in the 20-lapper for Late Models leading all the laps. Though it may seem like he had a easy time of it on the way to his first ever feature win he had his hands full with Rick Todorow and Kyle Merkel. Both racers kept the pressure on the leader for the entire 20-lap race. And with just a few laps left Randy Stoudt was able to come up to challenge the leaders.
At the finish Sipe had a comfortable lead over Rick Todorow (Quakertown) to grab the victory. Third spot went to Kyle Merkel (Gilbertsville) followed by Pottstown’s Randy Stoudt and Chuck Schutz.
The 20-lap main event for the Xcel 600 Modifieds saw Brian Mady and Scott Washburn swap the lead early. Washburn crashed putting him out of action and giving the top spot to Kyle Gardner. The Wind Gap, PA racer help on to the top spot for all of the final 10 laps to win the biggest check of his career, $1,000, for taking the victory in the Mangold Excavating sponsored event. Second spot went to Brian Mady followed by George Loux, Mike Pychink and Curt Amey.
Qualifying heat races for the 600 Modifieds went to Adam Ressler and Kevin Gruber. In the Late Models the preliminaries were won by Dean Stoudt, Chuck Schutz and Rick Todorow.
Modified qualifying event victories were earned by Brad Missimer, Kyle Weiss, Duane Howard and Randy Bailey. The consolation races were won by Mike Gular and Kerry Kratz.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Mike Gular in the NASCAR Modifieds, for the second week in a row, charging from 21st to 4th gaining 17 spots in the feature. In the Late Models it was Ron Kline going from 23rd to 8th for a gain of 15 spots.
Lucky fan Bruce Erb will receive a check for $500 from the Maverick’s Motorcycle Club for picking the top three finishers in the correct order of finish in the NASCAR Modified feature. Erb is the first winner of the season in the Maverick’s Motorcycle Club Pick 3 Contest found in the track magazine, the Grandview Groove.
On Saturday, June 30th, Allstate Insurance Co. will sponsor the doubleheader show of NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models starting at 7:30 p.m.
Coming up on Tuesday, July 3rd is the Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek 410 sprint races plus 358 Modifieds in action. Racing starts at 7:30 p.m.
FIREWORKS will be a big attraction at Grandview Speedway on Saturday, July 7th as part of Norris Mechanical Contractors Night. The Firecracker 40 Late Model Championship will be topping the racing program along with the NASCAR Modifieds. The show gets the green at 7:30 p.m.
Fans now have the opportunity to win a chance to be the official starter during the NASCAR Modified warm up sessions each Saturday night.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

HATFIELD QUALITY MEANTS NIGHT NASCAR ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS): 1. Craig VonDohren 2. Duane Howard 3. Jeff Strunk 4. Mike Gular 5. Tommy Sheetz Jr. 6. John Tschudy 7. Terry Meitzler 8. Ryan Watt 9. Kerry Kratz 10. Don Norris 11. Kyle Weiss 12. Ryan Beltz 13. John Willman 14. Shawn Reimer 15. Brad Missimer 16. Jeremy Banos 17. Donny Erb 18. Todd Smith 19. Glenn Owens 20. Rick Schaffer 21. Mark Kratz 22. Randy Bailey 23. Kevin Hirthler 24. Danny Erb 25. Larry Solomon 26. Doug Manmiller 27. Todd Marburger 28. Mike Laise 29. Jason Hamilton

HATFIELD QUALITY MEATS NIGHT LATE MODEL FEATURE (20 LAPS): 1. Bryon Sipe 2. Rick Todorow 3. Kyle Merkel 4. Randy Stoudt 5. Chuck Schutz 6. Brian Shuey 7. Jon Kellner Sr. 8. Ron Kline 9. Bill Henning 10. Mike Kellner 11. Harry Neiman 12. Buddy Wharton 13. Dean Schaeffer 14. Greg Hoffmaster 15. Dean Stoudt 16. Eric Kauffman 17. Chad Rae 18. Dallas Breidenbach 19. Wayne Pfeil 20. Mike Myers 21. Carl Mertz 22. D.D.Keely 23. Billy Graham 24. Jamie Undercoffler 25. John Giesler.

MANGOLD EXCAVATING 600 MODIFIED FEATURE (20 LAPS): 1. Kyle Gardner 2. Brian Mady 3. George Loux 4. Mike Pychink 5. Curt Amey

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF JUNE 23, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF JUNE 23, 2007
1. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114/4 2348****
2. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 2214*
3. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 1834
4. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 1805
5. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA #14 1795
6. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 1688
7. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 1680
8. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 1616
9. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 1578
10. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 1479
11. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 1462
12. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 1454
13. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 1417**
14. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 1396
15. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 1379
16. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 1361
17. Todd Smith, Hatfield, PA #39 1089
18. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA #19U 1036
19. Don Norris, Douglassville, PA #976 1025
20. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 1007

Also Feature Winners, Sean Merkel, Tommy Sheetz Jr.

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF JUNE 23, 2007
1. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 2141**
1. Brian Shuey, Shoemakersville, PA #5X 2131
3. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 2111**
4. Ron Kline, Salfordville, PA #3 1992**
5. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 1923*
6. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 1791
7. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 1708
8. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 1686
9. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 1667
10. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 1629
11. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 1604
12. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 1552
13. Bryan Sipe, Leesport, PA #33 1517*
14. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 1488
15. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 1381
16. Bill Henning, Lansdale, PA #80 1163
17. Eric Kauffman #307 1145
18. Greg Hoffmaster, Pottstown, PA #69 1141
19. Chad Rea #8 1115
20. Mike Meyers, Alburtis, PA #7 1099

* denotes feature win

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, June 23, 7:30 p.m. Hatfield Quality Meats Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Xcel 600 Modifieds.
Saturday, June 30, 7:30 p.m. Allstate Insurance Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
PLAN AHEAD…Tuesday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek 410 sprints and 358 Modifieds

HOWARD AND WELLER TAKE FEATURE VICTORIES AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

Bechtelsville, PA June 17, 2007 . . . Early evening rain showers that delayed the start of racing at Grandview Speedway for about 45 minutes made for a lightning fast clay oval. The very fast track proved to the liking of past champion Duane Howard as he won his fourth NASCAR Whelen All American Modified feature, a 30-lapper, on Saturday night. The 25-lap feature for United Racing Company sprint cars, the second part of Troy Wink Motorsports Night, went to Josh Weller.
Weller (Mertztown) charged to the front of the 24-car starting field and managed to lead every lap of the 25-lap feature to earn his first career feature victory with the URC sprint cars.
In the early part of the feature race Ed Aikin, a former Late Model champion at the track, challenged for the top spot from his third place starting spot. At the nine lap marker Chris Coyle moved from fourth to second with defending champion Curt Michael right behind.
For the next 20-laps it was quite a battle for the lead with Coyle sticking very close to the rear of Weller while Curt Michael was waiting for either of the front running duo to make a mistake.
In the final laps Coyle (Wilmington, DE) put heavy pressure on the fleet running Weller but had to settle for second. Curt Michael (Ocean View, DE) came home third. Ed Aikin (Lincoln University, PA) finished fourth followed by Kramer Williamson (Palmyra, PA).
Both Davey Sammons and Mares Stellfox flipped their sprinters during the feature event but suffered no injuries.
The 30-lap feature for the NASCAR Modifieds proved to be the excitement event of the night at least for the final 10 laps on the one-third-mile, banked clay track.
Todd Marburger went to the front of the field from his third place starting position in the 29 car field. The lead was short lived as Kerry Kratz moved to the front and stayed in front of the action until the 7th lap when the red flag brought a halt to the action because of a backstretch flip by Doug Manmiller. Five time track champion Jeff Strunk, working his way toward the front from his 10th place starting position was sent to the rear of the field for a rule infraction.
On the restart Jason Hamilton went to the front and looked as if he could be on his way to his first Grandview Speedway NASCAR Modified feature win.
Kerry Kratz brought out the caution as he hit the wall in between turns three and four. On the restart Danny Erb charged to the front as he and Hamilton made contact.
At 20-laps Danny Erb was in charge but now Duane Howard and his BPG Racing/Troyer Engineering No. 4 had come from 12th to challenge for the lead.
On the 27th lap Howard and Erb went side -by-side with Howard getting the top spot and leading the final three laps to take his fourth win of the season at the Bechtelsville oval.
In victory lane Howard (Oley) was quick to give much of the credit for his win to his chief mechanic Alan Finch. “Finch tuned it up after the Cash Dash and the car just worked well. It looked like Erb was shutting off in the corners and that allowed me to go low and take the lead,” said Howard. “The car worked on the bottom.”
When asked by victory lane announcer Pete Knappenberger if he was now planning to stay at Grandview, Howard responded with, “I think we will be here for a while. We are working so well here.” Howard continues to be the point leader in the Modified division.
Second spot went to Danny Erb (Boyertown) followed by Jason Hamilton (Erwinna), Jeff Strunk (Mohnton) and Shawn Reimert (Oley).
Qualifying heat races for the Modifieds were won by Doug Manmiller, Vince Gagliardo, Duane Howard and Jason Hamilton. The consolations were taken by Ryan Beltz and Rick Schaffer. The Wink Motorsports Cash Dash went to Duane Howard.
The United Racing Company qualifiers were won by Joe Zuczek, Josh Weller and Todd Rittenhouse. The B Main went to Brian Seidel.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Mike Gular who went from 25th to 8th in the NASCAR Modified feature race. The gain of 17 positions earned him the $50 bonus.
Hatfield Quality Meats will sponsor the tripleheader show of racing action on Saturday, June 23rd featuring the NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Xcel 600 Modifieds in a 7:30 p.m. show. Smiley, the popular Hatfield mascot, is expected to be on hand to shoot some hot dogs into the stands and, perhaps, some other goodies.
On Saturday, June 30th, Allstate Insurance Co. will sponsor the doubleheader show of NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models starting at 7:30 p.m.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

WINK MOTORSPORTS NASCAR ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS) :1. Duane Howard 2. Danny Erb 3. Jason Hamilton 4. Jeff Strunk 5. Shawn Reimert 6. Terry Meitzler 7. Chris Esposito 8. Mike Gular 9. Todd Marburger 10. John Willman 11. Donny Erb 12. Don Norris 13. Rick Schaffer 14. Kyle Weiss 15. Kerry Kratz 16. Amanda Spotts 17. Ryan Beltz 18. Sean Merkel 19. Bobby Gunther Walsh 20. Vince Gagliardo 21. Chris Gambler 22. Cliff Quinn 23. Kevin Hirthler 24. Tom Umbenhauer 25. Doug Manmiller 26. Larry Solomon 27. Ryan Watt 28. Randy Bailey 29. John Tschudy

WINK MOTORSPORTS UNITED RACING COMPANY SPRINT CAR FEATURE (30 LAPS): 1. Josh Weller 2. Chris Coyle 3. Curt Michael 4. Ed Aikin 5. Kramer Williamson 6. Kevin Welsh 7. JJ Grasso 8. Michael Carber 9. Brian Seidel 10. Mark Bitner 11. Brook Weibley 12. Mike Haggenbottom 13. Kyle Purks 14. Todd Rittenhouse 15. Jason Clauss 16. Jimmy Stitzel 17. Justin Collett 18. Adam Grodon 19. Joe Zuczek 20. Andy Hanulla 21. Mares Stellfox 22. Garry Gollub 23. Davey Sammons 24. Dave Ely

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF JUNE 16, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF JUNE 16, 2007
1. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114/4 2048****
2. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 1926*
3. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA #14 1737
4. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 1654
5. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 1601
6. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 1559
7. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 1508
8. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 1479
9. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 1373
10. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 1368
11. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 1367
12. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 1345
13. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 1341
14. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 1154
15. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 1127
16. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 1109*
17. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA #19U 1026
18. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 997
19. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 967
20. Todd Smith, Hatfield, PA #39 957
Also Feature Winners, Sean Merkel, Tommy Sheetz Jr.

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF JUNE 16, 2007
1. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 1925**
1. Brian Shuey, Shoemakersville, PA #5X 1873
3. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 1832**
4. Ron Kline, Salfordville, PA #3 1762**
5. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 1653*
6. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 1621
7. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 1579
8. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 1496
9. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 1478
10. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 1455
11. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 1419
12. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 1371
13. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 1367
14. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 1340
15. Bryan Sipe, Leesport, PA #33 1209
16. Eric Kauffman #307 990
17. Carl Merz, Boyertown, PA #00 990
18. Mike Meyers, Alburtis, PA #7 989
19. Chad Rea #8 975
20. Greg Hoffmaster, Pottstown, PA #69 964

* denotes feature win

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, June 16th, 7:30 p.m. Troy Wink Motorsports Night featuring United Racing Company sprint cars and NASCAR Modified stock cars. Eight lucky winners get to sit in the Troy Wink sponsor suite for the night.
Saturday, June 23, 7:30 p.m. Hatfield Quality Meats Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Xcel 600 Modifieds.
PLAN AHEAD…Tuesday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek 410 sprints and 358 Modifieds

TOMMY SHEETZ JR. AND MIKE KELLNER SHARE THE GLORY IN NASCAR FEATURES AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY SATURDAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA JUNE 10, 2007 . . . Second generation racer Tommy Sheetz Jr. of Boyertown, PA drove the Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge sponsored No. 37x Modified to victory in the 30-lap WNPV-AM Radio NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified stock car feature race at Grandview Speedway on Saturday night. The win was the first of his career. The 20-lap feature for the NASCAR Late Models went to Mike Kellner of Lansdale, PA for his second win of the season.
Sheetz started in the pole position and led the 29 car field to get the green flag from honorary starter Harry “The Wild Thing” Turner, a former racer at Grandview Speedway. The young driver never gave up the top spot throughout the 30-lap feature race.
Sheetz, denied a victory a season or so before when he dominated most of the race, kept this mount in the low groove and held off strong challenges for much of the final 10-laps from veteran racer Mike Gular, who was coming off a feature win at Penn Can Speedway the night before. Gular tossed everything he had at Sheetz, running high and low, but just did not seem to have the power to get by the fleet running youngster.
At the finish Sheetz was just a narrow margin in front of second place finisher Mike Gular of Lansdale. Third went to Duane Howard (Oley) who had made some strong challenges and ran as high as second from his 12th place starting position. Howard retained his point lead in the NASCAR Modified division. Jeff Strunk (Mohnton), five time track champion, finished fourth with six time track champion Craig VonDohren (Oley) finishing fifth.
To say it was not an easy win for Sheetz would be an understatement. The excited Sheetz said in victory lane, “This is a first time for me in victory lane. I don’t know what to say. My dad raced here for many years and it is great to get a win for our team. We had a good motor and a good car and a hard working bunch of guys.”
John Geisler was the pace setter in the early laps of the Late Model feature race before young Mike Kellner, coming from 10th, grabbed the lead. At the midway point Kellner had control with Chuck Schutz, the defending Late Model champion, giving the leader a challenge. A couple laps late Randy Stoudt charged up to challenge the leader and he kept the pressure on.
Even a caution on the 19th lap forcing a green/checker finish did not allow Stoudt the opportunity to get by the Lansdale youngster and his Power Washer No. 57. Stoudt (Pottstown) settled for second followed by Chuck Schutz (Pottstown), four time Late Model champion Dean Stoudt (East Greenville) and Ron Kline (Salford).
The win put Mike Kellner in the lead for the 2007 Late Model championship.
Qualifying heat wins for the Late Models went to Kyle Merkel, Mike Kellner and Dean Stoudt. In the NASCAR Modified division qualifying heat races were won by Mike Gular, Tommy Sheetz Jr., Ryan Beltz and Don Norris. Consolation victories went to Kevin Hirthler and Kyle Weiss.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Duane Howard in the NASCAR Modifieds coming from 12th to finish third in the 30 lap feature. Two other drivers (Don Norris and Terry Meitzler) each gained nine spots as did Howard but the $50 cash award, in case of ties, goes to the driver finishing in the highest position. In the Late Models the $50 went to Ron Kline coming from 18th to finish 5th.
On Saturday, June 16th the always exciting United Racing Company sprint cars will be in action with the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds at 7:30 p.m. as part of Troy Wink Motorsports Night with eight lucky fans getting the chance to view the action from the sponsor suite.
Hatfield Quality Meats will sponsor the tripleheader show of racing action on Saturday, June 23rd featuring the NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Xcel 600 Modifieds in a 7:30 p.m. show.
Grandview Speedway racers Bobby Gunther Walsh and Bill Henning will have their cars on display as part of the Oval Track Day celebration at the Capital in Harrisburg, PA on June 19th. Racers from tracks across the Keystone State will have their cars as part of the display which will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Oval Track Day in Pennsylvania is designed to bring more attention to the sport from legislators in Harrisburg.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

WNPV-AM RADIO NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS): 1. Tommy Sheetz Jr. 2. Mike Gular 3. Duane Howard 4. Jeff Strunk 5. Craig VonDohren 6. Doug Manmiller 7. Rick Schaffer 8. Don Norris 9. Terry Meitzler 10. Ryan Grim 11. Ryan Beltz 12. John Willman 13. Cliff Quinn 14. Kevin Hirthler 15. Meme DeSantis 16. Jon Kellner Jr. 17. Shawn Reimer 18. Danny Erb 19. Brad Missimer 20. Kerry Kratz 21. Todd Smith 22. Mark Kratz 23. Glenn Owens 24. Kyle Weiss 25. Don Norris 26. Ray Swinehart 27. Larry Soloman 28. Ryan Watt 29. Tom Umbenhauer

WNPV-AM RADIO NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS):1. Mike Kellner 2. Randy Stoudt 3. Chuck Schutz 4. Dean Stoudt 5. Ron Kline 6. John Giesler 7. Brian Shuey 8. Wayne Pfeil 9. D.D. Keely 10. Bryon Sipe 11. Buddy Wharton 12. Dallas Breidenbach 13. Greg Hoffmaster 14. Mike Myers 15. Bill Henning 16. Carl Mertz 17. Dean Schaeffer 18. Eric Kauffman 19. Chad Rea 20. Ray Deemer 21. Kyle Merkel 22. Rick Todorow 23. Jamie Undercoffler

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF JUNE 9, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF JUNE 9, 2007
1. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114/4 1738***
2. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA #14 1667
3. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 1647*
4. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 1479
5. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 1389
6. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 1302
7. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 1302
8. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 1296
9. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 1287
10. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 1180
11. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 1160
12. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 1108
13. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 1099*
14. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 1083
15. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 1080
16. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 987
17. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 985
18. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 967
19. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA #19U 950
20. Todd Smith, Hatfield, PA #39 947
Also Feature Winners, Sean Merkel, Tommy Sheetz Jr.

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF JUNE 9, 2007
1. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 1925**
1. Brian Shuey, Shoemakersville, PA #5X 1873
3. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 1832**
4. Ron Kline, Salfordville, PA #3 1762**
5. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 1653*
6. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 1621
7. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 1579
8. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 1496
9. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 1478
10. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 1455
11. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 1419
12. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 1371
13. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 1367
14. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 1340
15. Bryan Sipe, Leesport, PA #33 1209
16. Eric Kauffman #307 990
17. Carl Merz, Boyertown, PA #00 990
18. Mike Meyers, Alburtis, PA #7 989
19. Chad Rea #8 975
20. Greg Hoffmaster, Pottstown, PA #69 964

* denotes feature win

GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY OFFERS PENALTY POINTS ADJUSTMENT BUT CAN NOT CHANGE THE LONG STANDING RULES

BECHTELSVILLE, PA June 7, 2007 . . . “We are disappointed that NASCAR Modified race car driver and car owner Troy Wink (Wink Motorsports) has chosen not to continue racing at Grandview Speedway,” said Tina Rogers Missimer (Assistant General Manager). “We stand by our decision to have in place rules that are for all the racers and these rules have been in place for a number of years. ”

After four days of negotiations track management has learned, through a posting on an internet website, that Wink Motorsports has decided that they will no longer compete at Grandview Speedway. The team is not in agreement with Speedway management regarding a rule, that has been in place at the NASCAR sanctioned track for more than six years, that gives penalty points to newcomers and those who miss weekly racing events without advising Speedway management.

At the beginning of each season each team is advised, with written notice, regarding the PENALTY POINTS rule.

The rule is the same for Modified and Late Model racers.

Grandview Speedway allows a driver to have two weeks off for personal business without earning penalty points during the season. These penalty points are used for lining up the qualifying events and have no impact on the championship point standings. It is the RESPONSIBILITY of the race driver or car owner to call the speedway or notify one of the officials in the pit office that they will not be able to compete on a given night. A record is kept in the pit office.

There will be NO EXCEPTIONS made. If officials do not hear from the race team about their car not racing or that the team wishes to use one of their personal nights, the team will automatically receive PENALTY POINTS. Race teams are advised to keep in mind that these penalty points remain with the team for the entire race season.

“We did make every effort to come to what we feel was a reasonable solution to Mr. Wink’s complaint even offering to adjust the penalty points,” said Missimer. “However that solution had to reflect fairness to all the racers that compete at Grandview Speedway and not just one team. As a new racer at Grandview it was Mr. Wink’s responsibility to make himself aware of the rules and procedures that are in place.

“Certainly we feel bad that Mr. Wink was injured (not at Grandview Speedway) and was unable to compete in the first couple of events. That was taken into consideration when we offered to make adjustments. The penalty points really have nothing to do with when he started his season with us. As a newcomer he would have had penalty points in place no matter when he started.”

This rule is in place to keep race teams from trying to manipulate the system and obtain a choice starting position by picking and choosing the events they want to run. In the past teams had been able to figure out the system to the point that some would show up for events only when they had figured they would have a good starting position in a qualifying event. The PENALTY POINT SYSTEM keeps that from happening. It protects the teams that support Grandview Speedway on a regular basis.

“Mr. Wink and his team are welcome to return to race at Grandview Speedway,” Missimer said. “He and his representatives, apparently acting on his behalf, have been advised of the rules and procedures that he will have to follow as mentioned previously. It is the same as it would be for any new racer coming to our track.

“We wish the team the very best with their racing efforts. And we do appreciate that Wink Motorsports and their sponsors plan to fulfill the sponsor obligations that they have agreed to for the balance of the season.”

Wink Motorsports will be the sponsor of the June 16th United Racing Company sprint car and NASCAR modified doubleheader show at Grandview Speedway.

COMING EVENTS:
Wednesday, June 6, 7:30 p.m. United States Auto Club wingless sprints plus American Racing Drivers Club wingless midgets, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 9, 7:30 p.m. WNPV-AM Radio Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models. Fans have a chance to win $500 worth of tickets to Pennsylvania 500 at Pocono Raceway
Saturday, June 16th, 7:30 p.m. Troy Wink Motorsports Night featuring United Racing Company sprint cars and NASCAR Modified stock cars. Eight lucky winners get to sit in the Troy Wink sponsor suite for the night.

HOWARD AND KLINE AGAIN IN VICTORY LANE AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA JUNE 3, 2007 . . . For the third time this season and the second Saturday in a row Duane Howard of Oley, PA wheeled the BPG Racing/ Troyer Engineering No. 4 to victory in the 30-lap Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge NASCAR Whelen All American Modified Series feature race at Grandview Speedway. The 20-lap Late Model feature had Ron Kline of Salford, PA bringing his V&M Towing/P.K.Moyer No. 3 to victory lane for the second time this season.
Tommy Sheetz Jr. led the 28-car starting field to the green. Congestion on the main straightaway caused early race problems before a lap could be completed with Craig VonDohren and Rick Schaffer being eliminated from the field.
Sheetz Jr. got credit for leading the first lap with young Don Norris grabbing the top spot on the second circuit of the one-third-mile, banked clay oval. Norris continued to be in command until the ninth lap when Ryan Watt got under him n the fourth turn and took the lead.
Once in front Watt looked like he might have what it takes to earn a victory. He set the pace until the 23rd lap when Brad Missimer brought out the caution with a flat tire. On the start after the caution Duane Howard, who had come from 12th starting spot, charged in front of the field.
With control of the race Howard was able to lead the balance of the 30-laps and grab the win and the $2,200 that goes with the victory. The win put Howard in front in the chase for the lucrative track and NASCAR championships.
In victory lane Howard had high praise for the crew and said, “Everything is going our way right now but that could change quickly.”
Second spot went to Ryan Watt (Boyertown) with Jeff Strunk (Mohnton) coming from 22nd to grab third. John Willman (Birdsboro) had an impressive run gaining a fourth place finish and Cliff Quinn (Coopersburg) had his best effort of the early second grabbing fifth.
The Modified feature had many cautions for a variety of accidents and mechanical problems with no one being injured.
Rick Todorow took control of the 20-lap NASCAR Whelen Late Model feature with the waving of the green. However a five car pileup slowed things early and on the 4th circuit Dean Stoudt ended his night against the third turn wall after an altercation with another racer.
Randy Stoudt, a two feature winner and the point leader, crashed in the third turn in a single car accident and eliminated himself from the race.
Ron Kline turned out to be the class of the field as he grabbed his second win of the season. A great comeback from the week before when he crashed hard in the third turn and his crew worked long hours all week getting the car back in race ready condition.
Kline had a relatively easy time once he got the lead and was able to hold off teenager Mike Kellner in the final laps to grab the win. Second spot went to Kellner (Lansdale) with early racer leader Rick Todorow (Quakertown) getting third followed by last Saturday’s winner Chuck Schutz (Pottstown) and Brian Shuey (Shoemakersville). Shuey is now the Late Model point leader.
Qualifying heat races for the NASCAR Modifieds went to Ryan Watt, Craig VonDohren, Duane Howard and Cliff Quinn with the consolation victories being earned by Tom Umbenhauer and Jeff Strunk.
In the Late Model qualifiers wins were earned by Mike Kellner, Rick Todorow and Kyle Merkel.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Chuck Schutz in the Late Models going from 18th to finish fourth while in the Modifieds Jeff Strunk earned the award going from 22nd to third.
The NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models will be the featured attractions during the WNPV- 1440 AM Radio Night on Saturday, June 9nd. One lucky fan will win a Pennsylvania 500 (August) at Pocono Raceway ticket package valued at $500. The spectator gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the show with racing at 7:30 p.m. p.m. Adult admission price is $12 with children 6 through 11 admitted for $5. Under 6 admitted FREE with a paying adult. Always free parking on the speedway grounds.
Coming up on Wednesday, June 6th is a doubleheader open cockpit racing spectacular featuring the United States Auto Club sprints and the American Racing Drivers Club midgets. Racing gets the green at 7:30 p.m.
On June 16th the always exciting United Racing Company sprint cars will be in action with the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds at 7:30 p.m. as part of Troy Wink Motorsports Night with eight lucky fans getting the chance to view the action from the sponsor suite.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

JEFF D’AMBROSIO DODGE OF DOWNINGTOWN NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS): 1. Duane Howard 2. Ryan Watt 3. Jeff Strunk 4. John Willman 5. Cliff Quinn 6. Shawn Reimert 7. Kevin Hirthler 8. Kyle Weiss 9. Meme DeSantis 10. Danny Erb 11. Terry Meitzler 12. Todd Smith 13. Kerry Kratz 14. Donny Erb 15. Don Norris 16. John Tschudy 17. Brad Missimer 18. Bill Gensler 19. Glenn Owens 20. Tommy Sheetz Jr. 21. Jason Hamilton 22. Doug Manmiller 23. Todd Marburger 24. Ryan Beltz 25. Tom Umbenhauer 26. Ryan Grim 27. Craig VonDohren 28. Rick Schaffer.

JEFF D’AMBROSIO DODGE OF DOWNINGTON NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS):1.Ron Kline 2. Mike Kellner 3. Rick Todorow 4. Chuck Schutz 5. Brian Shuey 6. Wayne Pfeil 7. Kyle Merkel 8. D.D.Keely 9. John Giesler 10.Bill Henning 11.Greg Hoffmaster 12. Jamie Undercoffler 13. Eric Kauffman 14. Glenn Mertz 15. Chad Rea 16. Mike Myers 17. Buddy Wharton 18. Randy Stoudt 19. Dean Stoudt 20. Bryon Seip 21. Dean Schaeffer.

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF JUNE 2, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF JUNE 2, 2007
1. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114 1450***
2. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA #14 1409
3. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 1368*
4. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 1313
5. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 1245
6. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 1172
7. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 1115
8. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 1112
9. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 1099
10. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 1075
11. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 1063
12. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 1041
13. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA #19U 924
14. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 912
15. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 910
16. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 869
17. Todd Smith, Hatfield, PA #39 845
18. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 832*
19. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 831
20. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 808
Also Feature Winners, Sean Merkel

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF JUNE 2, 2007
1. Brian Shuey, Shoemakersville, PA #5X 1624
2. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 1615*
3. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 1534**
4. Ron Kline, Salfordville, PA #3 1497**
5. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 1365*
6. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 1344
7. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 1341
8. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 1290
9. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 1284
10. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 1272
11. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 1268
12. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 1230
13. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 1227
14. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 1221
15. Bryan Sipe, Leesport, PA #33 999
16. Eric Kauffman #307 860
17. Chad Rea #8 855
18. Carl Merz, Boyertown, PA #00 840
19. Mike Meyers, Alburtis, PA #7 810
20. Greg Hoffmaster, Pottstown, PA #69 784

* denotes feature win

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, June 2, 7:30 p.m. Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
Wednesday, June 6, 7:30 p.m.Lucas Oil National United States Auto Club wingless sprints plus American Racing Drivers Club wingless midgets, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 9, 7:30 p.m. WNPV-AM Radio Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models. Fans have a chance to win $500 worth of tickets to Pennsylvania 500 at Pocono Raceway

HOWARD WINS MOD FEATURE ON LAST LAP, SCHUTZ GETS FIRST WIN OF THE SEASON IN LATE MODELS AT GRANDVIEW

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MAY 27, 2007 . . . Not even a 90 minute rain delay, Randy Bailey leading 29 laps or an engine that was belching smoke could keep Duane Howard from winning his second of the season in the 30-lap NASCAR Whelen All American Modified Series race at Grandview Speedway on Saturday night. The 20-lap Late Model race, part of Arnold’s Karting Center (Oaks, PA) Night, was won by defending champion Chuck Schutz for his first win of the season.
Once the Modifieds got settled down, two accidents before one lap was completed, fans that waited out the rain delay were treated to a fantastic feature event. Randy Bailey, a semi-retired veteran of stock car racing competition, put his Precision Motor Cars No.IK in front of the pack early. In fact it was all Randy Bailey until the midway point when Duane Howard, coming from 11th, started to put pressure on Bailey with his BPG Racing/Maverick’s Motorcycle Club No. 4.
The balance of the feature race was a battle between leader Bailey and challenger Howard ( smoke belching from the engine) with Ray Swinehart, Doug Manmiller and Jeff Strunk waiting for the two leaders to make mistakes.
With just one-half lap left in the feature, the leaders headed down the backstretch of the one-third-mile, banked clay oval Howard made his move and charged under Bailey in turn three. Bailey tried to regain his lost lead to no avail and was just a slim margin behind Howard at the finish.
In victory lane the Oley racer gave all the credit to his crew and engine man for his victory effort. Howard did point out that the Troyer chassis racer was down on power in one cylinder and that was the reason for the belching smoke. Second spot went to Bailey (Kutztown) who stopped at victory lane to congratulate the winner. Past champion Ray Swinehart (Bechtelsville) finished third followed by point leader Doug Manmiller (Shoemakersville) and five time track champion Jeff Strunk (Mohnton).
The Late Model feature saw Chuck Schutz get his first win of the season and what could only be called a crash fest with 17 minutes being spent on getting one lap completed.
Teenage ace Kyle Merkel went to the front at the start and holding the lead until the fourth lap when Schutz brought his Jesse Baro Trucking/Maverick’s Motorcycle Club No. 1 to the front from a fourth place starting position.
At the midway point Schutz had a comfortable lead on the field with four time champion Dean Stoudt running in second and trying to pressure the leader. At the 19th lap with Schutz leading comfortably Ron Kline and Dean Stoudt had a tremendous side-by-side battle going on for second. Unfortunately two lapped cars blocked the track, causing Stoudt and Kline to take evasive action and Kline ended up in the third turn wall.
With the checkered flag in the air Schutz (Pottstown) drove to victory followed by Dean Stoudt (East Greenville), Kyle Merkel (Gilbertsville), Mike Kellner (Lansdale) and Brian Shuey (Hamburg).
Qualifying heat wins for the Late Models went to Schutz, Kline and Kellner. In the Modifieds qualifying event wins were earned by Jeremy Banos, Ryan Grim, Jon Kellner Jr. and Randy Bailey while the consolation races were won by Danny Erb and Shawn Reimert.
SPONSORSHIP CONTEST WINNER ANNOUNCED. Modified racer Todd Marburger did not win the feature race but he did go home a winner. Marburger, who battles the dread disease MS, picked up more than $3,000 in cash and prizes for winning the Grandview Speedway/BPG Racing Sponsorship contest. Marburger, by vote of the judges, submitted the best sponsorship proposal and will receive $1,500 from Chad Sinon (BPG Racing), a sponsorship kit from Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc., a website created by Blake Tobias Motorsports and $250 worth of photo cards from Racerboy Marketing. Marburger gave crew member Chad Shalaway much of the credit for the creation of the outstanding proposal.
In a surprise announcement Sinon also presented a $1,000 check to Bill Henning and the Henning Motorsports Late Model team.
“The judging was so close that Chad felt that it would only be fair to give a second place award,” said Grandview Speedway public relations director Ernie Saxton. “There were several great proposals entered in the contest. It was a tough pick but Todd and Bill did an outstanding job in winning the contest. And a great big thank you goes to Chad Sinon for his support along with the support of the others.”
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Randy Stoudt in the Late Models as he improved 12 positions in the feature having started 18th and finishing 6th. The Modified Hard Charger award was earned by John Willman who started 22nd and finished 7th in the 30-lap feature race.
The NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models will be the featured attractions during the Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge Night on Saturday, June 2nd. The spectator gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the show with racing at 7:30 p.m. p.m. Adult admission price is $12 with children 6 through 11 admitted for $5. Under 6 admitted FREE with a paying adult. Always free parking on the speedway grounds.
Coming up on Wednesday, June 6th is a doubleheader open cockpit racing spectacular featuring the United States Auto Club sprints and the American Racing Drivers Club midgets. Racing gets the green at 7:30 p.m.
A change in the Grandview Speedway schedule has the 358 Modifieds joining the 410 sprint cars on July 3rd as part of the Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek event.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

ARNOLD’S KARTING CENTER OF OAKS NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS): 1. Duane Howard 2. Randy Bailey 3. Ray Swinehart 4. Doug Manmiller 5. Jeff Strunk 6. Kyle Weiss 7. John Willman 8. Terry Meitzler 9. Shawn Reimert 10. Kevin Hirthler 11. Jon Kellner Jr. 12. Donny Erb 13. Ryan Beltz 14. Kerry Kratz 15. Chris Esposito 16. Todd Smith 17. Ryan Grim 18. Mike Laise 19. Mike Gular 20. Todd Marburger 21.Ryan Watt 22. Jeremy Banos 23. Tom Umbenhauer 24. Craig VonDohren 25. Jason Hamilton 26. Sean Merkel 27. Meme DeSantis 28. Danny Erb

ARNOLD’S KARTING CENTER OF OAKS NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS):1. Chuck Schutz 2. Dean Stoudt 3. Kyle Merkel 4. Mike Kellner 5. Brian Shuey 6. Randy Stoudt 7. John Giesler 8. D.D. Keely 9. Dean Schaeffer 10. Jamie Undercoffler 11. Buddy Wharton 12. Bryan Sipe 13. Ray Deemer 14. Ron Kline 15. Wayne Pfeil 16. Carl Mertz 17. Rick Todorow 18. Bill Graham 19. Chad Rae 20. Eric Kauffman 21. Bill Henning 22. Greg Hoffmaster 23. Mike Myers 24. Dallas Breidenbach (DNS).

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF MAY 26, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF MAY 26, 2007
1. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA #14 1315
2. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114 1140**
3. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 1085
4. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 1083*
5. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 989
6. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 966
7. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 955
8. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 900
9. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 878
10. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 873
11. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 869
12. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 869
13. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA#19U 859
14. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 821
15. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 820
16. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 798
17. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 782*
18. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 741
19. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 687
20. Todd Smith, Hatfield, PA #39 649
Also Feature Winners, Sean Merkel

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF MAY 26, 2007
1. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 1398**
2. Brian Shuey, Shoemakersville, PA #5X 1355
3. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 1315*
4. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 1213
5. Ron Kline, Salford, PA #3 1189*
6. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 1166
7. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 1145
8. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 1087
9. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 1086*
10. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 1085
11. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 995
12. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 990
13. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 980
14. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 978
15. Bryan Sipe, Leesport, PA #33 881
16. Mark Malcolm, Hatfield, PA #55 762
17. Chad Rea #8 695
18. Eric Kauffman #307 685
19. Carl Merz, Boyertown, PA #00 670
20. Mike Meyers, Alburtis, PA #7 655

* denotes feature win

MODIFIEDS, LATE MODELS, SPRINTS AND MIDGETS TOP ACTION AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE

BECHTELSVILLE, PA May 25, 2007 . . . “Variety is the spice of life” is an often used quotation and variety will be spicing up life at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway during the month of June.

Kicking off the month is Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge Night featuring the NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Models on Saturday, June 2nd. Racing action gets the green at 7:30 p.m. Allied Landscaping of Dresher, PA, a sponsor of the Bane’s Roofing No. 87 Modified driven by popular Kerry Kratz, will have more than 100 employees on hand to enjoy the racing and entertain in the first turn pavilion picnic area.

Henning Motorsports, the late model racing team, is planning to do a t-shirt toss at the track on June 2nd and as part of the June 9th events.

The United States Auto Club wingless sprint racers will be featured at Grandview Speedway on Wednesday, June 6th. Many Midwestern sprint car racing stars will be making first time appearances at the one-third-mile, banked clay oval. In addition the 7:30 p.m. show will feature the American Racing Drivers Club midgets.

WNPV-AM Radio, the Lansdale area’s NASCAR radio station, will be sponsoring the June 9th show featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and the always exciting Late Models. Fans will have the opportunity to win two ticket packages worth $500 for the August Pennsylvania 500 at Pocono Raceway. Former Modified racing standout Harry “The Wild Thing” Turner will serve as grand marshal for the night’s racing. Turner will wave the green flag to get the night’s racing action started. RCN4 cable television will be on hand to tape the action for future showing.

Guests of WNPV-AM will have use of the first turn corporate picnic pavilion.

Fans attending racing events leading up to the June 16th show, featuring the United Racing Club sprint cars and NASCAR Whelen Modifieds, have the opportunity to win pairs of seats in one of the track’s corporate suites courtesy of race sponsor Troy Wink Motorsports. Fans could win the seats with lucky rain checks or by filling out entry blanks in the track magazine. Racing starts at 7:30 p.m.

NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models along with the 600 Modifieds will make up the June 23rd Hatfield Quality Meats Night of racing. Action starts at 7:30 p.m.

Allstate Insurance Co. will sponsor the Saturday, June 30th doubleheader show that closes out the month of June.

The Pennsylvania Sprint Speed Week Series for 410 sprint cars will be the attraction, part of the successful Thunder on the Hill Series, on Tuesday, July 3rd.

Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. Look for the large Grandview Speedway billboard on Route 100.

Information on racing events may be had by checking in at www.grandviewspeedway.com or telephone 1.610.754.7688.

COMING EVENTS:
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. World of Outlaws vs. the Penna. Posse 410 sprint car show.
Saturday, May 26th, 7:30 p.m. Arnold’s Go Kart Center Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
Saturday, June 2, 7:30 p.m. Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
Wednesday, June 6, 7:30 p.m. United States Auto Club wingless sprints plus American Racing Drivers Club wingless midgets, 7:30 p.m.

FULL STORY: CRAIG VONDOHREN AND RANDY STOUDT ARE WINNERS IN NASCAR STOCK CAR RACING AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MAY 19, 2007 . . Six time track champion Craig VonDohren of Oley, PA drove the Flurer Machine Shop/Stauffer Construction No. 1c to victory on Saturday night at Grandview Speedway in the 30-lap Auto Locator Magazine NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified feature race. In the companion 20-lapper for the Late Models Randy Stoudt of Pottstown was able to bring the TP Trailers/Rogers Auto Parts/Paradise Road Slot Track No. 10 home first in the Auto Locator Magazine sponsored event.
“We had a handful,” said VonDohren in victory lane. “We kept killing our self on the bottom. We lucked out tonight.”
With drizzling rain keeping the track in super fast condition Bobby Gunther Walsh was able to put his Enter Net One sponsored entry in front of the 29-car starting field for the first lap. On the second circuit Mike Gular charged to the front with the T.H.Properties No. 53.
At 10-laps Gular was still in charge with Craig VonDohren putting pressure on him running the low groove. Danny Erb was third.
Just a few laps earlier Walsh and Jeff Strunk made contact with Walsh losing a wheel in the second turn and was done for the night. Strunk also had enough damage on his mount to take it to the pits done for the night.
At the midway mark young Gular continued to hold off VonDohren with Rick Schaffer now running third.
It was not until the 26th circuit of the one-third-mile banked clay oval that VonDohren was able to take command with Rick Schaffer moving to second.
At the finish VonDohren, winner of 56 features at the Berks County oval, was just a few car lengths in front of second place Rick Schaffer (Woxall) followed by Danny Erb (Boyertown), Mike Gular (East Greenville) and Doug Manmiller (Shoemakersville).
Duane Howard was able to come from 22nd starting spot to finish sixth.
Wayne Pfeil put his mount in front of the pack getting in front of polesitter John Giesler before the end of the first lap in the 20-lap Late Model feature race. Defending champion Chuck Schutz had something break on the front of his Maverick’s Motorcycle Club No. 1 and headed for the pits done for the night.
At the five lap marker Pfeil made contact with the wall in turn two but was able to continue but John Giesler was back in front of the 24 car starting field. At 10 laps it was Giesler, Brian Shuey and Randy Stoudt but just one lap later Stoudt had made a bold move and took control of the race.
Stoudt lead the rest of the way with Ron Kline (Green Lane), coming from 21st starting spot, coming on in the late laps to challenge but falling short and settling for second. Third spot went to Brian Shuey (Shoemakersville) followed by Mike Kellner (Lansdale) and Kyle Merkel (Gilbertsville).
Qualifying heat races for the Modifieds were won by Bobby Gunther Walsh, Mike Gular, Shawn Reimert and Doug Manmiller while consolation wins were earned by Duane Howard and Jon Kellner Jr. The Late Model qualifiers were won by Chuck Schutz, Brian Shuey and Mark Malcolm. The qualifying heats for the Late Models were run on May 12th before rain washed out the balance of the racing program.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Ron Kline in the Late Models for coming from 21st starting spot to finish second while Meme DeSantis earned the Hard Charger award in the Modified feature coming from 29th to finish 10th.
The World of Outlaws sprint car racers will be going up against the Pennsylvania Posse on Wednesday, May 23rd at 7:30 p.m. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m.
Fans attending the next three Saturday night events at Grandview Speedway will have a chance to win seats in the Wink Motorsports Hospitality Suite on June 16th when the URC Sprints and NASCAR Modifieds run in a doubleheader. Fans will win the seats by luck of the draw using rain checks and coupons in the track magazine, the Grandview Groove. Wink Motorsports is sponsoring the June 16th show.
The NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models will be the featured attractions during the Arnold’s Go Kart Center (Oaks, PA) Night on Saturday, May 26th. The spectator gates open at 5:30 p.m. with racing at 7:30 p.m. p.m. Adult admission price is $12 with children 6 through 11 admitted for $5. Under 6 admitted FREE with a paying adult. Always free parking on the speedway grounds.
Coming up on Saturday June 2 will be Jeff D’Ambrosio Dodge Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

AUTO LOCATOR MAGAZINE NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS) 1. Craig VonDohren 2. Rick Schaffer 3. Danny Erb 4. Mike Gular 5. Doug Manmiller 6. Duane Howard 7. Shawn Reimert 8. Ryan Watt 9. Tom Umbenhauer 10. Meme DeSantis 11. Jason Hamilton 12. Chris Espisito 13. Terry Meitzler 14. John Tschudy 15. Ryan Grim 16. Jon Kellner Jr. 17. Todd Smith 18. John Willman 19. Donny Erb 20. Mark Fehr 21.Mike Laise 22. Ray Swinehart 23. Glenn Owens 24. Brad Missimer 25. Kevin Hirthler 26. Sean Merkel 27. Bobby Gunther Walsh 28. Jeff Strunk 29. Kyle Weiss

AUTO LOCATOR MAGAZINE NIGHT NIGHT NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS):1.Randy Stoudt 2. Ron Kline 3. Brian Shuey 4. Mike Kellner 5. Kyle Merkel 6. Wayne Pfeil 7. John Giesler 8. Bryon Sipe 9. Dean Schaeffer 10. Jamie Undercoffler 11. Bill Henning 12. Buddy Wharton 13. Mark Malcolm 14. Dean Stoudt 15. D.D. Keely 16. Carl Mertz 17. Rick Todorow 18. Chad Rae 19. Mike Myers 20. Billy Graham 21. Chuck Schutz 22. Greg Hoffmaster 23. Eric Kauffman 24. Ray Deemer.

UNOFFICIAL GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY POINTS AS OF MAY 19, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF MAY 19, 2007
1. Doug Manmiller, Shoemakersville, PA #14 1039
2. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 1038
3. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 920
4. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 902
5. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 863
6. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114 842*
7. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 817*
8. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA#19U 773
9. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 764
10. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 703*
11. Mike Gular, Harleysville, PA #53 669
12. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 657
13. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 644
14. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 632
15. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 620
16. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 614
17. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 611
18. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 579
19. John Tschudy, Birdsboro, PA #2 544
20. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 508
Also Feature Winners, Sean Merkel

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF MAY 19, 2007
1. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 1141**
2. Brian Shuey, Shoemakersville, PA #5X 1087
3. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 1035*
4. Ron Kline, Salfordville, PA #3 1009*
5. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 939
6. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 939
7. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 918
8. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 914
9. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 867
10. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 832
11. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 776
12. Mark Malcolm, Hatfield, PA #55 762
13. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 751
14. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 747
15. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 693
16. Bryan Sipe, Leesport, PA #33 686
17. Mike Meyers, Alburtis, PA #7 575
18. Chad Rea #8 575
19. Carl Merz, Boyertown, PA #00 520
20. Eric Kauffman #307 480
* denotes feature win

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, May 19, 7:30 p.m, features the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds and Late Models sponsored by Auto Locator Magazine.
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. World of Outlaws vs. the Penna. Posse 410 sprint car show.
Saturday, May 26th, 7:30 p.m. Arnold’s Go Kart Center Night featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.

MA NATURE BRINGS RAIN TO GRANDVIEW ON MOTHER’S DAY EVE

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MAY 12, 2007 . . . You would think Ma Nature would have been in a good mood since Mother’s Day was the very next day. However Ma Nature proved to be in a bad humor as she brought heavy rain to Grandview Speedway on Saturday night (May 12th) forcing postponement of the NASCAR Whelen All American Modified and Late Model stock car racing events.
Three Late Model qualifying events had been completed with wins going to defending champion Chuck Schutz, Brian Shuey and Mark Malcolm. One qualifying heat race for the Rolling Thunder Legends had been won by Mark Schaffer and a second event was on the track when the rains came turning the one-third-mile, banked clay oval into a sea of mud.
Next Saturday, May 19th, the Modifieds and Late Models will return. The Legends will not be able to return until their next scheduled appearance which is set for July 21st as part of Jesse Baro Trucking Night.
The NASCAR Modifieds will run all their qualifying events topped off by a 30-lap feature starting 28 racers. The Late Models will have their 20-lap feature to run. Racing will get the green at 7:30 p.m. The Saturday, May 19th events will be sponsored by Auto Locator Magazine.
Modified point leader Meme DeSantis will be looking to pick up his first feature win of the season and current Late Model point leader Randy Stoudt will be looking to add to his already impressive resume of career victories.
All rain checks are good for the Saturday, May 19th show or they can be used for the May 26th Arnold’s Go Kart Center Night.
Fans are reminded that the nationally famous World of Outlaw sprint cars will be action at Grandview Speedway on Wednesday, May 23rd. They will go up against the always tough Pennsylvania Posse sprint racers in a full series of qualifying heats leading up to an exciting feature event.
Information on racing events at Grandview Speedway is available at 610.754.7688 or check in at www.grandviewspeedway.com.
The one-third-mile, banked clay oval is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown.

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, May 12, 7:30 p.m. Checkered Flag Fan Club Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds, Late Models and Legends, at least 13 events of racing. State Representative Doug Reichley will be on hand to present a State Proclamation to the Rogers Family honoring their 45 years of successful business operations.
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. World of Outlaws vs. the Penna. Posse 410 sprint car show.

MERKEL, STOUDT AND KLINE WIN SATURDAY NIGHT NASCAR FEATURES AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MAY 6, 2007 . . . Three features with three different winners made for an exciting Saturday night of NASCAR Whelen All American Series stock car racing at Grandview Speedway.
Young Sean Merkel led every lap of the 30-lap Whelen Engineering Night Modified feature race to earn his first win of the season and the second of his career. Past champion Ron Kline rode to victory in the 20-lap Late Model feature that was left from a rained out show on April 14th while Randy Stoudt was the winner in the regularly scheduled 20-lapper for Late Models.
With 28-cars starting the Modified feature Merkel (Gilbertsville) was quick to take command from his second place starting position. In the early stages veteran talent Larry Soloman put some heavy pressure on the leader. Mike Gular moved up to challenge the leader at 10 laps. Six time track champion Craig VonDohren brought out a caution when he spun in turns three and four. A few laps later VonDohren was out of the race with front end problems. At the halfway mark past champion Ray Swinehart charged into second spot and put pressure on the leader.
A slower car gave Merkel a problem with five laps to go and damaged Swinehart’s car but he was able to continue. The final five laps were a down to the wire battle between Merkel and Swinehart.
Merkel thought he had broken something on the car and indicated that Swinehart had him worried in the late stages of the race. “We had a tough 2006 season and this season did not start out that well,” said Merkel. “I never would have believed we would be here (victory lane) tonight.”
Merkel, driving the Merkel Rebar/Pheasantland Roller Rink No. 118, picked up $2,200 for his winning efforts. Swinehart (Bechtelsville) grabbed second followed by Mike Gular (Green Lane), Jeff Strunk (Mohnton) and Larry Soloman (Birdsboro).
The first 20-lapper for Late Models had Dean Stoudt, a four time Late Model kingpin, setting the pace early. A multi-car accident brought out the caution on the second lap and Stoudt spun on the third lap and went to the rear of the field. Ron Kline went to the front of the pack and spent the rest of the feature holding off challenges from Brian Shuey and Randy Stoudt. At the finish Kline (East Greenville), a past champion, had a comfortable lead with his V&M Towing No. 3 over Randy Stoudt (Pottstown) followed by Brian Shuey (Hamburg), Mike Kellner (Lansdale) and Sean Merkel (Gilbertsville).
In victory lane Kline said, “We missed the setup last week with this new car. We had it hooked up tonight.”
Wayne Pfeil looked impressive as he took the early lead. A multi-car accident wiped out a few of the top talents with defending champion Chuck Schutz and Ron Kline caught up in someone else’s mistake. Pfeil was able to keep his No. 72 in front of the pack and gave Randy Stoudt quite a battle for the top spot before past champion Stoudt put his Rogers Auto Parts/TP Trailers sponsored No. 10 in front of the pack on the 8th lap and that was where he stayed until the checkered flag fell.
Brian Shuey (Hamburg) tried to make a close race of it but had to settle for second as Stoudt had a comfortable lead at the finish. Wayne Pfeil (Mohnton) came home with an impressive third followed by Rick Todorow (Lansdale) and Dean Stoudt (Green Lane).
Qualifying heats for the Late Models went to Ron Kline, Brian Shuey and Rick Todorow.
Qualifying events for the Modifieds were won by Doug Manmiller, Mike Gular, Jeff Strunk and Ryan Watt. The two consolation victories went to Kyle Weiss and Tom Umbenhauer.
Fans and racers combined to collect $2,531 for veteran modified racer Smokey Warren who is battling brain cancer and has no health insurance.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Jeff Strunk in the Modifieds gaining 8 spots having started 12th and finishing 4th. In the Late Models Brian Sipe went from 16th to 8th in the second 20 lapper while Randy Stoudt went from 10th to 2nd in the first 20 lap feature. Each driver receives $50 from Cornerstone Auto Sales.
NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds, Late Models and Rolling Thunder Legends will be in action on Saturday May 12th with at least 13 events of stock car racing action making up Checkered Flag Fan Club Night. State Representative Doug Reichley (134th District) will present Bruce Rogers a proclamation honoring his 45 years of successful business operations. The spectator gates open at 5:30 p.m. with racing at 7:30 p.m. p.m. Adult admission price is $13 with children 6 through 11 admitted for $5. Under 6 admitted FREE with a paying adult. Always free parking on the speedway grounds.
Coming up on May 19th is AutoLocator Magazine Night feature the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models with the World of Outlaws sprint car racers going up against the Pennsylvania Posse on Wednesday, May 23rd.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.
NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS): 1. Sean Merkel 2. Ray Swinehart 3. Mike Gular 4. Jeff Strunk 5. Larry Soloman 6. Rick Schaffer 7. Doug Manmiller 8. Meme DeSantis 9. Kerry Kratz 10. Kevin Hirthler 11. Shawn Reimert 12. Jason Hamilton 13. Brad Missimer 14. Kyle Weiss 15. Ryan Watt 16. John Willman 17. Danny Erb 18. Tom Umbenhauer 19. Ryan Grim 20. Jon Kellner Jr. 21. Mike Bailey 22. Rich Wisdo 23. Terry Meitzler 24. John Tschudy 25. Bill Gensler 26. Todd Marburger 27. Craig VonDohren 28. Mark Kratz

NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS)- This feature was rained out on April 14th: 1. Ron Kline 2. Randy Stoudt 3. Brian Shuey 4. Mike Kellner 5. Sean Merkel 6. Chuck Schutz 7. Dean Schaeffer 8. Buddy Wharton 9. Mark Malcolm 10. Rick Todorow 11. Wayne Pfeil 12. Greg Hoffmaster 13. Dean Stoudt 14. Jamie Undercoffler 15. D.D.Keely 16. Eric Kauffman 17. Mike Myers 18. Chad Rae 19. Carl Mertz 20. Brian Sipe 21. John Giesler 22. Bill Henning 23. Ray Deemer (DNS)

NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS):1. Randy Stoudt 2. Brian Shuey 3. Wayne Pfeil 4. Rick Todorow 5. Dean Stoudt 6. Buddy Wharton 7. Jamie Undercoffler 8. Brian Sipe 9. D.D.Keely 10. John Giesler 11. Dean Schaeffer 12. Eric Kauffman 13. Chad Rae 14. Mike Kellner 15. Mike Myers 16. Kyle Merkel 17. Bill Henning 18. Carl Mertz 19. Mark Malcolm 20. Ron Kline 21. Chuck Schutz 22. Greg Hoffmaster 23. Billy Graham (DNS)

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES MODIFIEDS AS OF MAY 5, 2007
1. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 828
2. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 778*
3. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA#14 769
4. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 695
5. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 632
6. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 594
7. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 588
8. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114 577*
9. Rick Schaffer, Woxall, PA #357 564
10. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA#19U 546
11. Ray Swinehart, Bechtelsville, PA #33 517
12. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 514
13. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 498
14. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 456
15. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 444
16. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 441
17. Rich Wisdo, Souderton, PA #10 426
18. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 405
19. Larry Solomon, Birdsboro, PA #517 403
20. Sean Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #118 396*

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF MAY 5, 2007
1. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 835*
2. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 797
3. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 765*
4. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 744
5. Brian Shuey, Hamburg, PA #5X 737
6. Ron Kline, Green Lane, PA #3 719*
7. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 711
8. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 683
9. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 666
10. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 659
11. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 651
12. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 585
13. Mark Malcolm, Hatfield, PA #55 572
14. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 499
15. Eric Kauffman #307 480
16. Mike Meyers, Reading, PA #7 455
17. Chad Rea, Birdsboro, PA #8 445
18. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 426
19. Greg Hoffmaster, Pottstown, PA #69 395
20. Carl Mertz, Boyertown, PA #00 360

* denotes feature win

COMING EVENTS:
Saturday, May 5, 7:30 p.m. Whelen Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and two 20-lap features for the Late Models. NOTE the new starting time that will be in place for the balance of the season.
Saturday, May 12, 7:30 p.m. Checkered Flag Fan Club Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models, at least 13 events of racing. State Representative Doug Reichley will be on hand to present a State Proclamation to the Rogers Family honoring their 45 years of successful operation.
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. World of Outlaws vs. the Penna. Posse 410 sprint car show.

RAIN WIPES OUT SATURDAY NIGHT GRANDVIEW STOCK CAR RACING

BECHTELSVILLE, PA APRIL 28, 2007 . . . Showers in the late afternoon and then a persistent mist forced promoter Bruce Rogers to postpone the two 20-lap Late Model features and the 30-lap NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified feature that had been planned for tonight at Grandview Speedway.
“We kept holding off hoping the mist would stop but that did not happen,” said Rogers. “We had to take into consideration the safety of the racers and the comfort of the fans and with that in mind we decided to move all the events planned for tonight to next Saturday.”
The Saturday, May 5th show, sponsored by Whelen, will include a full slate of qualifying events along with the two 20-lap features for the Late Models and a 30-lap event for the Modifieds. A new 7:30 p.m. starting time will be place for the balance of the season with spectator gates opening at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $12.00 for adults, $5 for youngsters 6 through 11 and under 6 are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.
The drivers will also go through the grandstands in an effort to raise much needed funds for veteran Modified racer Smokey Warren who is suffering from brain cancer and has no health insurance.
All rain checks for the Saturday night rainout will be honored for one of the next two Saturday events.
Saturday, May 12th will see State Representative Doug Reichley, representing the 134th Legislative District of Pennsylvania which includes Bechtelsville, on hand to present a proclamation from the State of Pennsylvania honoring the Rogers Family on their 45th consecutive season of business operation at Grandview Speedway.
Reichley will wave the green flag for the first event of the night.
The Checkered Flag Fan Club will be there on May 12th to honor the feature winners and sign up new and renewal members for this the largest and oldest auto racing fan club organization in the nation.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, April 28th, 7 p.m. NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and two 20-lap features for Late Models. At least 13 events of stock car racing topped by a 30 lap feature starting 29 Modifieds and 20-lap features starting 24 Late Models.
Saturday, May 5, 7:30 p.m. Whelen Night featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models.
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. World of Outlaws vs. the Penna. Posse 410 sprint car show.

HOWARD, STRUNK, KELLNER, ROCHELLE WIN FEATURES IN FRONT OF BIG CROWD AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA APRIL 22, 2007. . . Past champions Duane Howard and Jeff Strunk, young talent Mike Kellner and visitor Jason Rochelle kicked of the Grandview Speedway 2007 season, officially, with victories on Saturday night at the Berks County oval.
In the opening event of the night, the completion of the 40-lap NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified feature race that was stopped because of rain the previous Saturday, three time track champion Duane Howard was able to take the lead on the 26th lap and take the Maverick’s Motorcycle Club owned #114 Modified to victory lane.
Mike Gular led the field for the restart with 13 laps in the record book Jeff Strunk, a five time track champion, applied pressure as did Doug Manmiller. The pressure caught up to all of them on the 23RD circuit, in the second corner of the one-third-mile, banked clay oval, when all three tried to fit in a space made for, perhaps, just one. The end result was that Gular’s THProperties entry was out for the night, Strunk was restarting at the back and Manmiller, who had survived the accident, was sent to the rear for causing the melee.
On the restart Kevin Hirthler was able to take command but that was short lived with Howard moving to the front and that is where the Oley, PA veteran stayed until the checkered flag came out. It was the second year in a row that Howard collected the $3,000 first prize money for winning the opener.
Second spot went to Meme DeSantis (Temple) followed by Craig VonDohren (Oley), Kevin Hirthler (Green Lane) and Shawn Reimert (Oley).
The 30-lap NASCAR Modified feature race saw Jeff Strunk bringing the Gold Rush Custom Trailers/Touch of Green Landscaping #126 Modified to victory lane. The Mohnton, PA racer chased Rick Schaffer for the first half of the race getting by him on the 13th circuit only to have Schaffer take it back on the 14th lap. At the 18th marker Strunk went to the front and stayed until the checkered flag dropped. Doug Man miller (Wyomissing) was putting pressure on Strunk at the finish but had to settle for second followed by Meme DeSantis (Temple), Rick Schaffer (Woxall) and Duane Howard (Oley).
The second and third place finishes for the night put Meme DeSantis in front of the NASCAR Modified point standings with 588 counters compared to second place Duane Howard with 577.
The Late Model 20-lapper had Mike Kellner going to the front early and holding off strong early race challenges from defending champion Chuck Schutz. The Lansdale teenager led just about all the laps in grabbing the win. Schutz (Pottstown) finished a strong second followed by past champion Ron Kline (Green Lane), Dean Stoudt (East Greenville) and Kyle Merkel (Gilbertsville).
Randy Stoudt, the leading feature winner in Late Models of the active drivers, was working his way toward the front, trying to get win number 38 when he spun, He came back to finish 9th.
Jason Rochelle of Schnecksville, PA came from 8th starting spot to grab the lead late in the 15-lap feature for the Rolling Thunder Legends cars and go on to grab the victory. Keeping it in the family Paul Rochelle finished second followed by Steve Nederostek, Randy Kissinger and Tim Henry.
Heat wins for the Legends went to Jason Rochelle, Ronnie Dunstan and Tom Mayberry while the consolation victory went to Tyler Bear.
Qualifying heat wins for the Late Models were earned by Chuck Schutz, Mike Kellner and Dean Stoudt.
Heat wins for the Modifieds, leading up to the 30-lap feature, were taken by Duane Howard, Kevin Hirthler, Donny Erb, Meme DeSantis and Jeff Strunk. Consolation wins went to Larry Soloman, Danny Erb and Jon Kellner Jr.
The Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA Hard Charger Awards went to Danny Erb in the 40-lap Modified feature for gaining 21 spots to finish 6th after starting 27th. In the 30-lap Modified feature race the Cornerstone award went to Kyle Weiss gaining 18 spots after staring 25th and finishing 7th. Mark Malcomb earned the $50 Cornerstone Hard Charger Award in the 20-lap Late Model feature coming from 17th to 10th.
NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Models will be in action on Saturday April 28th with at least 13 events of stock car racing action. Two 20-lap features for Late Models and a 30-lap Modified feature will top the program. The spectator gates open at 5 p.m. with racing at 7 p.m. Adult admission price is $12 with children 6 through 11 admitted for $5. Under 6 admitted FREE with a paying adult. Always free parking on the speedway grounds.
Fans are reminded that they are free to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES 358 MODIFIEDS (40 LAPS): 13 laps of this race were run on April 14th and then rain brought the race to a halt. 1.Duane Howard 2. Meme DeSantis 3. Craig VonDohren 4. Kevin Hirthler 5. Shawn Reimert 6. Danny Erb 7. Terry Meitzler 8. Jason Hamilton 9. Kerry Kratz 10. Doug Manmiller 11. Jon Kellner Js. 12. Tom Umbenhauer 13. Jeff Strunk 14. Kyle Weiss 15. Don Norris Jr. 16. Ray Swinehart 17. Rich Wisdo 18. Todd Smith 19. Cliff Quinn 20. John Willman 21. Todd Marburger 22.Randy Bailey 23. Mike Gular 24. Brad Missimer 25. John Tschudy 26. Sean Merkel 27. Steve Swinehart 28. Ryan Watt 29. Rick Schaffer 30. Chris Esposito

NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES 38 MODIFIEDS (30 LAPS):1.Jeff Strunk 2. Doug Manmiller 3. Meme DeSantis 4. Rick Schaffer 5. Duane Howard 6. Jason Hamilton 7. Kyle Weiss 8. Danny Erb 9.John Tschudy 10. Tom Umbenhauer 11. Todd Smith 12. Ryan Watt 13. Rich Wisdo 14. Steve Swinehart 15. John Willman 16. Tommy Sheetz 17. Donny Erb 18. Jon Kellner Jr. 19. Larry Soloman 20. Amanda Spotts 21. Terry Meitzler 22. Ryan Beltz 23. Kevin Hirthler 24. Cliff Quinn 25. Ray Swinehart 26. Craig VonDohren 27. Kerry Kratz 28. Shawn Reimert 29. Sean Merkel

NASCAR WHELEN ALL AMERICAN SERIES LATE MODELS (20 LAPS):1. Mike Kellner 2. Chuck Schutz 3. Ron Kline 4. Dean Stoudt 5. Kyle Merkel 6. Dean Schaeffer 7. Buddy Wharton 8. Jamie Undercoffler 9. Randy Stoudt 10. Mark Malcomb 11. Brian Shuey 12. D.D.Keely 13. Rick Todorow 14. John Giesler 15. Wayne Pfeil 16. Mike Myers 17. Eric Kauffman 18. Chad Rae 19. Billy Graham 20. Carl Mertz 21. Greg Hoffmaster 22. Brian Sipe 23. Ray Deemer 24. Bill Henning

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY AS OF APRIL 22, 2007
UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR MODIFIEDS AS OF APRIL 22, 2007
1. Meme DeSantis, Temple, PA #11 588
2. Duane Howard, Oley, PA #114 577*
3. Doug Manmiller, Wyomissing, PA#14 519
4. Jeff Strunk, Mohnton, PA #126 498*
5. Jason Hamilton, Erwinna, PA #16 498
6. Danny Erb, Boyertown, PA #44 488
7. Kyle Weiss, Hamburg, PA #21K 419
8. Tom Umbenhauer, Richland, PA#19U 411
9. Terry Meitzler, Kutztown, PA #81 357
10. Craig VonDohren, Oley, PA #1C 347
11. Todd Smith, Hatfield, PA #39 344
12. Jon Kellner Jr., Lansdale, PA #67 340
13. Rich Wisdo, Souderton, PA #10 334
14. Rick Schaefer, Woxall, PA #357 306
15. Shawn Reimert, Oley, PA #41 305
16. John Tschudy, Birdsboro, PA #2 296
17. John Willman, Birdsboro, PA #74W 285
18. Kevin Hirthler, Green Lane, PA #117 280
19. Kerry Kratz, Bechtelsville, PA #87 272
20. Ryan Watt, Phoenixville, PA #14W 235

UNOFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS FOR NASCAR LATE MODELS AS OF APRIL 22, 2007
1. Mike Kellner, Lansdale, PA #57 310*
2. Chuck Schutz, Pottstown, PA #ONE 300
3. Ron Kline, Green Lane, PA #3 289
4. Dean Stoudt, East Greenville, PA #5 280
5. Kyle Merkel, Gilbertsville, PA #117 268
6. Dean Schaeffer, Douglassville, PA #39 257
7. Buddy Wharton, Birdsboro, PA #7B 247
8. Jamie Undercoffler. Pennsburg, PA #1J 236
9. Randy Stoudt, Pottstown, PA #10 229
10. Mark Malcolm, Hatfield, PA #55 215
11. Brian Shuey, Hamburg, PA #5X 208
12. D.D. Keely, Linfield, PA #707 197
13. Rick Todorow, Quakertown, PA #93 185
14. John Giesler, Aston, PA #ZT1 175
15. Wayne Pfeil Jr., Mohnton, PA #72 166
16. Mike Meyers, Reading, PA #7 150
17. Eric Kauffman #307 140
18. Chad Rea #8 130
19. Billy Graham #92 120
20. Carl Merz #00 110
* denotes feature win

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, April 21 7 p.m. The 40-lap Modified feature rained out at 13 laps on Saturday will be the first event of the night followed by NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Models plus Legends stock cars At least 13 events of stock car racing topped by a 30 lap feature starting 29 Modifieds and a 20-lap feature starting 24 Late Models.
Saturday, April 28th, 7 p.n. The 20-lap Late Model feature rained out on April 14th will be run as first event followed by NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Models.
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. World of Outlaws vs. the Penna. Posse 410 sprint car show.

RAIN WASHES OUT SEASON OPENER 40-LAPPER AT 13 LAPS AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA April 14, 2007 . . . All the weather forecasts indicated rain would be in the area at 10 p.m. Ma Nature decided to arrive one hour early and brought a halt to the season opening 40-lap NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified feature race at Grandview Speedway on Saturday night with just 13 laps completed.
Mike Gular, in the THProperties #53, had just brought the fans to their feet with a stunning move from third to first when the rains came washing out what had been the makings of a fan pleasing main event for the NASCAR Modifieds.
When the race is resumed Gular will be in front of the field while Doug Manmiller, Jeff Strunk, Meme DeSantis and Kevin Hirthler will round out the top five.
Promoter Bruce Rogers has scheduled the final 27 laps of the Modified feature race to be run on Saturday, April 21st prior to the start of a full tripleheader show of racing action. The green flag will fall at 7 p.m.
In addition to the completion of the 40-lapper the April 21st show will include the Legends stock cars as an added attraction plus a full show of NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models
The Late Model 20-lap feature rained out on Saturday night will be run as the first event on Saturday, April 28th at 7 p.m. with a full show of NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models to follow.
Fans are reminded that they are invited to visit with the racers in the pits after the racing action has been completed to collect autographs, take pictures and see the race cars up close. Many of the race teams do have FREE photo cards for fans and also offer t-shirts and other souvenir items for sale.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or visit their website at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY TO KICK OFF 45TH SEASON

BECHTELSVILLE, PA April 13, 2007 . . . The 45th consecutive season of NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified and Late Model stock car racing gets the green flag on Saturday, April 14th at 7 p.m.
A 40-lapper for the Modifieds starting 29 racers will top the show along with a 20-lapper for the Late Models (24 cars start).
Duane Howard, Jeff Strunk, Craig VonDohren, Ray Swinehart, Doug Manmiller, Mike Gular, Meme DeSantis, Sean Merkel, Danny Erb, Shawn Reimert and a host of other hard chargers are expected to see action in the Modifieds.
The Late Models will be lead by three times past champion Chuck Schutz along with Randy Stoudt, Mike Kellner, John Giesler, Brian Shuey and others.
“All systems are go for the season opener,” said track PR person Ernie Saxton. “It is going to be an exciting night of good old fashioned dirt track stock car racing. We think it will be the start of a great season.”
Spectator gates open at 5 p.m. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Adult admission of this show is $15.00, children 6 thru 11 enter for $5.00 and under 6 are admitted FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.
Pit admission is $25.00 and everyone entering the pits must have a current NASCAR license.
During the evening drivers will go through the grandstands to take up a collection for veteran Modified racer Smokey Warren who is battling brain cancer and does not have health insurance coverage.
For additional information telephone 610.754.7688 or check the website at www.grandviewspeedway.com where current weather conditions can be found.

GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY SPONSORSHIP CONTEST CONTINUES TO GROW

BECHTELSVILLE, PA April 13, 2007 . . . The prize package for the winner of the Grandview Speedway sponsorship contest has grown to more than $3,000 with the addition of a Blake Tobias Motorsports website package. Only racers who compete regularly at the NASCAR sanctioned track are eligible to participate in the contest that is now on-going.
Chad Sinon Motorsports/BPG Racing has posted $1,500 cash for the winner of the contest and Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc. has posted a package of sponsorship marketing materials.
Racerboy Marketing, owned and operated by well known photographer Chris Budihas, has posted a package of 500-4x6 photo autograph cards for the winning team. That is a value of $210.
Blake Tobias creates websites for many racers and businesses and is now offering a website package valued at more than $1,000. Tobias will create a website for the winning racer along with maintaining the website for one year. There will be specific guidelines for the site and if the racer is not in a position to make use of the website there will be no cash payout in lieu of Tobias offer.
Race teams, Modified and Late Models, that race at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway on a regular basis are eligible to enter the contest.
The sponsorship package will be presented to the team that submits the best sponsorship proposal. The proposal should contain information on the team, what they are willing to do for the sponsorship and any other pertinent information they feel would be appropriate.
The winner will be obligated to carry the BPG Racing/Chad Sinon Motorsports name on the race car in large enough letters to be seen from the grandstands at Grandview Speedway and clearly visible.
Race teams with questions about the content and the proposal preparation are invited to call Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 during business hours (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.). All proposals must be submitted by U.S. Mail to ESC, Inc. at 1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047. Those who would like to have their proposal returned when the contest is over should include a self addressed stamped envelope.
Entries must be received no later than May 10th and the winner will be announced on May 25th. Decision of the judges will be final.

SPONSORSHIP PRIZE PACKAGE GROWS FOR A GRANDVIEW RACER

BECHTELSVILLE, PA April 8, 2007 . . . The recent announcement that a Grandview Speedway NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modified or Late Model team could win a sponsorship package has created quite a stir.
“We have had several phone calls from race teams requesting help and more information as they put their proposal together,” said Grandview Speedway public relations director Ernie Saxton. “Of course it is not a primary sponsorship deal but the package, worth more than $2,000 now, can be a big help to a race team.”
Chad Sinon Motorsports/BPG Racing has posted $1,500 cash for the winner of the contest and Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc. has posted a package of sponsorship marketing materials.
Now Racerboy Marketing, owned and operated by well known photographer Chris Budihas, has posted a package of 500-4x6 photo autograph cards for the winning team. That is a value of $210.
It is possible that by the time the winner is selected there will be additional prizes included.
Race teams, Modified and Late Models, that race at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway on a regular basis are eligible to enter the contest.
The sponsorship package will be presented to the team that submits the best sponsorship proposal. The proposal should contain information on the team, what they are willing to do for the sponsorship and any other pertinent information they feel would be appropriate.
The winner will be obligated to carry the BPG Racing/Chad Sinon Motorsports name on the race car in large enough letters to be seen from the grandstands at Grandview Speedway and clearly visible.
Race teams with questions about the content and the proposal preparation are invited to call Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 during business hours (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.). All proposals must be submitted by U.S. Mail to ESC, Inc. at 1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047. Those who would like to have their proposal returned when the contest is over should include a self addressed stamped envelope.
Entries must be received no later than May 10th and the winner will be announced on May 25th. Decision of the judges will be final.

GRANDVIEW RACERS HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO WIN A SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE

BECHTELSVILLE, PA APRIL 6, 2007 . . . Stock car racers competing at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway will be given the opportunity to win sponsorship support through a unique contest being sponsored by Chad Sinon Motorsports/BPG Racing.
“There are a lot of racers that have not been able to secure all the sponsorship support they may need for the season,” said Grandview Speedway PR director Ernie Saxton. “This contest will give all stock car teams racing regularly at Grandview a chance to win a $1,500 cash sponsorship courtesy of Chad Sinon Motorsports/BPG Racing and a package of sponsorship marketing materials courtesy of Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.”
The prize will go to the Grandview Speedway race team, NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds or Late Models, that submits the best sponsorship proposal. The proposal should contain information on the team, what they are willing to do for the sponsorship and any other pertinent information they feel would be appropriate.
Entries must be submitted no later than May 10th and the winner will be announced on May 25th. Only one proposal per team may be submitted. The decision of the judges will be final.
Race teams with questions about the contest and the proposal preparation are invited to call Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797 during business hours (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.).
The winner will be obligated to carry the BPG Racing/Chad Sinon Motorsports name on the race car in large enough letters to be seen from the grandstands at Grandview Speedway and clearly visible.
“This is a great opportunity for me to give back to the sport that gives so much to my family and me,” said Chad Sinon. “The sponsorship money will help a team with tires and fuel and it will come when the season is well underway and finances may be getting tight. It will be exciting to see who wins the sponsorship package and who knows what that can lead to in the future.”
All entries must be sent to Grandview Speedway SPONSORSHIP CONTEST c/o Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc., 1448 Hollywood Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047. Race teams wanting their proposal returned should include a self addressed stamped envelope.
The sponsorship package is worth close to $2,000 including $1,500 cash from Chad Sinon Motorsports/BPG Racing and the sponsorship marketing materials provided by Ernie Saxton Communications, Inc.

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, April 14, 7 p.m. Kickoff of the 45th season of auto racing featuring the NASCAR Whelen All American Racing Series Modifieds and Late Model stock cars. At least 13 events topped off by a 40-lap feature for the Modifieds and a 20-lap main event for the Late Models.
Saturday April, 21 and 28th, 7 p.m. NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Model stock cars.
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Keystone Cup Challenge Championship featuring the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & PA Posse 410 Sprints

MA NATURE THREATENS SERIOUSLY COLD WEATHER AND POSSIBLE SNOW SHOWERS SO THE 45TH SEASON OF STOCK CAR RACING NOW KICKS OFF AT GRANDVIEW ON APRIL 14TH

BECHTELSVILLE, PA APRIL 6, 2007 . . . The kickoff of the 45th consecutive season of stock car racing action at Grandview Speedway, that had been scheduled for Saturday, April 7th, has been delayed a week and will now take place on Saturday, April 14th at 7 p.m.
“We just think that calling off the opener was the right thing to do. The weather forecast is for bitterly cold weather and possible snow showers,” said track owner Bruce Rogers. “We could have waited to see if Saturday brought a better forecast but that was not likely. In all fairness to the racers, their families, our fans and our employees, we felt that an early decision to postpone the opener would be the best decision. Everyone can enjoy their Easter weekend and be ready for a great opening night on April 14th.”
The opener will include the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds and Late Model stock cars with a 40-lapper topping the program for the Modifieds with 29 cars starting the event. The Late Models will highlight their program with a 20 lap feature with 24 cars taking part.
At least 13 events of stock car racing will top the program with spectator gates opening at 5 p.m. and warm-ups getting started about 6:30 p.m.
A strong field of racers, more than 70 cars, is expected to take part in the season opener with six time Modified champion Craig VonDohren taking on challenges from past champions Duane Howard, Terry Meitzler and Ray Swinehart. Five time past champion Jeff Strunk had indicated he would be taking part in the season opener but with the change in dates his participation was not confirmed at this time.
Chuck Schutz will be seeking his fourth Late Model championship and will be challenged by the likes of past champions Ron Kline, Randy Stoudt and Jon Geisler along with talented racers such as Brian Shuey, Mike Kellner, Buddy Wharton and a host of others.
Grandview Speedway will also present Saturday night action on April 21st and 28th with the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds and Late Models being the featured attractions.
The one-third-mile, banked clay oval is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, Pa, just 10 miles north of Pottstown. For race information telephone 610.754.7688 or check in at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, April 7, 7 p.m. Kickoff of the 45th season of auto racing featuring the NASCAR Whelen All American Racing Series Modifieds and Late Model stock cars. At least 13 events topped off by a 40-lap feature for the Modifieds and a 20-lap main event for the Late Models.
Saturday April 14, 21 and 28th, 7 p.m. NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Model stock cars.,
PLAN AHEAD: Wednesday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Keystone Cup Challenge Championship featuring the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & PA Posse 410 Sprints

45TH SEASON OF STOCK CAR RACING KICKS OFF AT GRANDVIEW ON APRIL 7TH

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MARCH 31, 2007 . . . Spring is here and with spring comes auto racing. The 45th consecutive season of stock car racing will officially get the green flag on Saturday, April 7th at 7 p.m. Featured in the opening night program of stock racing excitement will be the NASCAR Whelen All American Modifieds and Late Model stock cars with at least 13 events of racing planned.
An impressive array of stock car racing talents are expected to be part of the season opener which will be topped off by a 40-lap feature race starting 29 cars in the Modified division. In the Late Models there will be 24 cars in the 20-lap feature that tops the program.
RCN4 cable television will be on hand to tape the Saturday night action for later showing.
Six-time NASCAR Modified champion Craig VonDohren will kick off defense of his 2006 title in the Modified division. VonDohren will have his hands full as he goes after the rich opening night win. Five time track champion Jeff Strunk will be starting his season with an appearance at Grandview as will Duane Howard, who won the opener last season, will unveil his new Maverick’s Motorcycle Club owned Modified.
Other competition for these three standout performers will come from past champions Terry Meitzler and Ray Swinehart along with such talented racers as Mike Gular, Sean Merkel, Jon Kellner Jr., Danny and Donny Erb, Doug Manmiller, Shawn Reimert, Kevin Hirthler, Ryan Watt, Kerry Kratz and a long list of others.
In the Late Model division Chuck Schutz will be looking to add another big win to his resume which already includes three track titles. The Late Models continue to put on some impressive shows and the Saturday night opener looks to be no different as past champion Ron Kline and last season’s multi feature winner Randy Stoudt challenge Schutz for the opening night win. Dean Schaeffer, Mike Kellner, Kyle Merkel, Mark Malcolm, Buddy Wharton and a host of others will also be looking for an opening night win.
“We had a very impressive field of cars turn out for the Saturday practice session and there was a large fan turnout on a somewhat chilly day,” said promoter Bruce Rogers. “I think that is an indication that this will be a strong season for Saturday night stock car racing here at Grandview Speedway.”
NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models will be the featured attraction in all Saturday night events during the month of April with all shows starting at 7 p.m.
Cornerstone Auto Sales of Fleetwood, PA will sponsor the “Hard Charger” award in each division with the driver advancing the most positions in the feature, from official starting position to official finishing position, getting a $50 bonus. Again in the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Modifieds heat winners will earn $50.
The season opener will also be the unveiling of a new handicapping and provisional system that is sure to add excitement to the night of motorsports entertainment.
Fans are invited to visit with the racers in the competition area after the races are completed to get an upclose look at the racecars, collect autographs, take photos and collect souvenirs that are given away by several of the race teams.
The season opener will also be an opportunity for fans to get information on those money saving season passes that are available. Each season pass includes a reserved seat for every Saturday night event during the 2007 season.
Many of the drivers will be going through the grandstands during intermission to take up a collection of veteran Modified stock car racer Smokey Warren who is battling brain cancer and is without health insurance.
Grandview Speedway will present NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models as the regular Saturday night show for most of the 2007 season with the Late Models being replaced for just a couple of shows.
A complete schedule of events including the Thunder on the Hill specials is available at www.grandviewspeedway.com. For information on race events telephone 610.754.7688.
Fans are reminded to check in at the Grandview Speedway website for latest news, results and race day weather.

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, March 31, 12 noon, Free-to-the-public practice session open to all types of racecars
Saturday, April 7, 7 p.m., Season opener, 45th consecutive season of stock car racing, featuring NASCAR Modifieds and NASCAR Late Models. 40-lap championship event tops the program for Modifieds.

HANDICAPPING AND PROVISIONAL CHANGES AT GRANDVIEW
NEW RADIO RULES IN PLACE FOR 2007 SEASON

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MARCH 24, 2007 . . . The new season of NASCAR stock car racing at Grandview Speedway will have some new procedures in place that will impact handicapping and provisional starting spots for the Modified stock car racers. In addition new rules regarding radios will be put in place.
“All the procedures being put in place we feel will improve racing for both the fans and the racers during the 2007 season,” said promoter Bruce Rogers. “We think that the changes will add excitement to the events, speed up the shows and reward the top performers.”
On race nights when there are 50 modifieds or more trying to qualify there will be five 12-lap qualifying heats with four cars qualifying for the feature race from each heat. The first through third place finishers will transfer to the feature in the first 15 spots, lowest in points of the qualified drivers will start first. Feature starting positions 16th through 20th will be filled by the fourth place finishing driver from each heat race. If the previous weeks feature winner qualifies in a transfer position he/she will start 15th. The three consolation races, 10 laps each, will take three cars each for the feature making a starting field of 29 cars.
Should there be nights when only four qualifying heats (12 laps each) are needed; five cars will qualify for the feature from each heat. Positions one through three will transfer to the feature in the first 12 spots, lowest in points of the qualified drivers starts first. Positions 13 through 20th in the feature race will be the fourth and fifth place finishers from each heat race. If the previous weeks feature winner qualifies in a transfer position he/she will start 12th. The three consolation races will see three cars from each event qualify for the feature race making a 29 car starting field.
Qualifying heat races will be lined up using the straight handicap system that puts the low point racers to the front and the racers in the high point standings positions to the back.
Each qualifying heat race for the Modifieds will carry a $50 reward for the winner.
Again in 2007 Grandview Speedway will offer Modified stock car racers the opportunity for provisional starting positions.
The top ten drivers in NASCAR track point standings from the end of 2006 will be entitled to ONE provisional feature race start during the 2007 season. Each top ten Modified car owner from the end of the 2006 season will be eligible to use ONE provisional start in 2007.
During the 2007 season drivers in the top ten in 2007 Modified points will be eligible for ONE provisional starting position during the ENTIRE season.
“The new provisional starting program will make it possible for a team to use three provisionals total during the season if needed and if they qualify for them,” said race director Mike Kelly. Those who may have questions should e-mail me at KellyMI@PTD.NET.
There will be no changes in the Late Model race procedures.
Raceceiver radios will be MANDATORY for both the Modifieds and Late Models effective June 1, 2007. Radios and transponders must be maintained in good WORKING condition.
The 2007 season at Grandview Speedway will kick off with a free-to-the-public practice session on Saturday, March 31st at noon. All types of racecars are invited to participate. Many of the NASCAR Modified and Late Model racers that compete at Grandview Speedway on a regular basis will use the practice day to test and tune their equipment for opening day.
On Saturday, April 7th, 7 p.m. the NASCAR Modifieds will be featured in a 40-lap championship event while the NASCAR Late Models make up the second part of the opening night card of action packed stock car racing. Racers will go through the grandstands collecting money for veteran modified racer Smokey Warren who is currently battling brain cancer and has no health insurance.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100 in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown. For information on racing events telephone 610.754.7688 or check in at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, March 24th, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Racer’s Spring Flea Market
Saturday, March 31, 12 noon, “Free-to-the-public” practice session feature a variety of different types of racecars
Saturday, April 7, 7 p.m. KICKOFF FOR 45TH ANNUAL RACING SEASON. NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models, 40 lap championship feature for the Modifieds.

FIVE GRANDVIEW EVENTS GET TELEVISION COVERAGE IN 2007

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MARCH 14, 2007 . . . Again in 2007 several auto racing events being presented at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway will have television coverage.
RCN-4, headquartered in the Lehigh Valley, will offer tape delayed television coverage of five events at the one-third-mile, banked clay Berks County oval.
“This is great news for the racers that compete here on a regular basis,” said promoter Bruce Rogers. “This gives the sponsors of our racers and our event sponsors great exposure on this popular cable television outlet. It also introduces viewers to the excitement of short track auto racing. It is a great opportunity to grow the sport.”
The opening night show on Saturday, April 7th, will be the first of five events offered to RCN-4 viewers. A 40-lap championship event for NASCAR Modifieds will top the show that will open the 45th season of racing. The Late Models will offer their always exciting racing action topped by a 20-lap feature race.
Opening night will also include a “tribute to Smokey Warren.” The veteran racer is battling brain cancer and has no health insurance. Drivers will be going into the grandstands to collect money for the popular racer to help defray some of the medical treatment costs.
RCN-4 will show the tape delayed coverage at 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10th; Friday, April 13th at 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, April 24th at 9:30 p.m. and Friday, April 27th at 7:30 p.m.
Opening night is quickly becoming an all-star attraction with six time track champion Craig VonDohren headlining the action along with popular dirt modified ace Duane Howard, five time track champion Jeff Strunk, former champions Terry Meitzler and Ray Swinehart along with popular talents such as Meme DeSantis, Mike Gular, Sean Merkel, Danny and Donny Erb, and a host of others.
Chuck Schutz will use opening night to kick off the defense of his 2006 championship with the Late Models. Randy Stoudt, the leading feature winner in 2006, will be in action along with a number of top Late Model racing talents including Mike Kellner, former champion Ron Kline, Mark Malcolm and others.
Other events being given the RCN-4 treatment during the 2007 season include:
Saturday, May 19th featuring NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models
Saturday, June 9th featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models
Wednesday, July 18th featuring the DIRT Modifieds in the 100 lap Traffic Jam Thunder on the Hill promotion
Saturday, August 4th featuring the Stauffer Construction Forrest Rogers Memorial 50-lapper for NASCAR Modifieds plus the Late Models
A free-to-the-public practice session gets the green flag at noon on Saturday, March 31st. The “test and tune session” is open to all types of racecars and will be the final opportunity for the Grandview regulars to get their equipment ready for opening night.
Season tickets, including a reserved seat, are available by telephoning the track at 610.754.7688.
Grandview Speedway is located on Passmore Road, just off Route 100, in Bechtelsville, PA 10 miles north of Pottstown. Keep up to date on what is happening at the NASCAR sanctioned facility at www.grandviewspeedway.com.

COMING EVENTS: Saturday, March 24th, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Racer’s Spring Flea Market
Saturday, March 31, 12 noon, “Free-to-the-public” practice session feature a variety of different types of racecars
Saturday, April 7, 7 p.m. KICKOFF FOR 45TH ANNUAL RACING SEASON. NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models, 40 lap championship feature for the Modifieds.

VETERAN DRIVER RICK SCHAFFER TEAMS UP WITH VETERAN CAR OWNER NORM HANSELL FOR 2007 NASCAR MODIFIED SEASON AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA MARCH 7, 2007 . . . Veteran stock car racer Rick Schaffer, one of the most respected racers ever to compete at Grandview Speedway, has signed to drive the Norm’s Save Station No. 357 NASCAR Modified stock car for the 2007 season.

Schaffer, considered by many to be the Dean of Modified racers at the one-third-mile, banked clay oval, will have a Bicknell chassis powered by a Doug Meyers Ford. The car will be owned by veteran car owner Norm Hansell who has had some top talent drive his race cars over the years.

Going into the 2006 season Schaffer was tied with six time track NASCAR Modified champion Craig VonDohren for most career wins. Each had 51 wins. However Schaffer was not able to gain a feature win during the season and VonDohren had a tremendous season ending up with 55 career wins and taking the top spot.

Rick Schaffer will be out to win a few and get back the number one spot in career wins. Along the way he may even be able to grab a track NASCAR Modified championship, something that has eluded him during his long career.

The Woxall, PA racer will be in action when the 45th consecutive season of stock car racing gets the green flag on Saturday, April 7th at Grandview Speedway. The doubleheader show, featuring the NASCAR Modifieds and Late Models, will get the green at 7 p.m. A 40-lap championshp feature will top the opening night action.

There will be plenty of competition for Schaffer as he goes up against veterans such as Ray Swinehart, Doug Manmiller, John Tschudy, Bobby Gunther Walsh, John Willman, Terry Meitzler, Donny Erb, Cliff Quinn, Kerry Kratz, Shawn Reimert and others. And there will be the “young lions” such as Mike Gular, Danny Erb, Todd Smith, Brad Missimer, Sean Merkel and a number of other rising stars.

Many of the Modified and Late Model talents will be testing their racing equipment on Saturday, March 31st, 12 noon as part of the “free-to-the-public” practice session. A variety of different types of racecars will be part of the afternoon testing sessions.

NASCAR stock car racing action will be the attraction at the Berks County oval each Saturday night through the end of September. There is a number of Saturday nights that will include added attractions.

A complete schedule of events can be found at www.grandviewspeedway.com and racers will be able to find the complete rule book at the site.

Fans interested in a season pass, which includes a reserved seat for all Saturday night events, may get complete information at the track office. Telephone 610.754.7688.

There are still opportunities for marketing through motorsports at Grandview Speedway. For information telephone Ernie Saxton at 215.752.7797. Saxton can also handle group outings that include discount tickets and the use of the first turn corporate pavilion.

Grandview Speedway, an award winning NASCAR sanctioned auto racing facility, is located on Passmore Road just off Route 100 in Bechtelsville, PA, 10 miles north of Pottstown.

45TH CONSECUTIVE SEASON OF STOCK CAR RACING SET TO OPEN AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY

BECHTELSVILLE, PA March 2, 2007 . . . Another exciting season of