3/21/2019
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COMP Cams Super Dirt Series Opens 2019 Campaign this Weekend
By Ben Shelton (The COMP Cams Super Dirt Series presented by Lucas Oil kicks off their 2019 campaign this weekend – March 22-23 – with events at Texarkana 67 Speedway (Texarkana, Arkansas) and Boothill Speedway (Greenwood, Louisiana).
The 2019 season marks the 12th year of operation for the CCSDS. However, it marks the first year that the series will operate under the direction of brothers, Chris and Jack Sullivan.
“We couldn’t be more excited to get the season underway,” Jack Sullivan recently commented. “We’ve had a ton of support from both drivers and fans already. We’re definitely ready to hit the ground running.”
Sullivan was the 2018 and now four-time CCSDS Champion, but this year he moves into the series director’s roll with the tour.
“I’m sure it’s going to feel odd not being in the driver’s seat at the first few races, but my focus right now is on helping this series succeed and grow,” Sullivan continued. “I’ll still be racing two dozen or so races this year when the CCSDS has off weekend, so that will feed my need for driving.”
With Sullivan out of the fold for the title a strong contingent of drivers are chomping at the bit to chase the title in 2019. Included in the contenders for the $10,000 championship are former CCSDS champs, Jon Mitchell (2012) and Kyle Beard (2013, 2014). A host of hungry drivers are looking to get their first titles this year, including Brian Rickman, B.J. Robinson, Robert Baker, Gavin Landers, Hunter Rasdon, David Payne, Jake Davis, Charlie Cole, Zach McMillan, Morgan Bagley, Timothy Culp, Chad Mallett, Scott Crigler, Scott Dedwylder, and more.
The 2019 Midwest Sheet Metal Rookie of the Year field will begin to take form once the opening weekend is completed. Drivers will be chasing a $1,500 prize for the coveted title.
The 2019 CCSDS campaign comes to life on Friday, March 22 at Texarkana 67 Speedway (Texarkana, Arkansas). It will mark the tour’s first event at the ¼-mile oval in several years. A $2,500-to-win/ $400-to-start program, which is presented by W&W Timber, is on tap for the opener. The program also includes Hobby Stocks ($750-to-win), 4-Cylinders, Factory Stocks, Hobby Stocks, IMCA Southern SportMods and IMCA Modifieds.
Gates open at 5:00 p.m. with racing action at 8:00 p.m. Adult general admission is $20 with military/senior citizens $15, children (ages 6-12) $5 and kids (5 & under free). Pit passes are $35. For more information on the event, please visit www.TXK67Speedway.com .
On Saturday, March 23 the action shifts to Boothill Speedway (Greenwood, Louisiana) as the CCSDS racers set their sights on a $3,000-to-win/ $400-to-start program. Also on the card will be Limited Modifieds ($1,000-To-Win), Factory Stocks ($1,000-To-Win), Pro Mod ($500-To-Win) and Front Wheel Drive ($200-To-Win).
Gates open at 4:00 p.m. with racing action at 7:00 p.m. Adult grandstand admission is $20 with kids (ages 6-12) $5 and children (5 & under) free. Pit admission is $35. For more information on the facility, please visit www.BoothillDirt.com .
Drivers, sponsors, and tracks who would like more information on becoming involved with the COMP Cams Super Dirt Series are encouraged to contact Chris Sullivan at 501-733-5916.
The COMP Cams Super Dirt Series presented by Lucas Oil is sponsored by and would like to thank all of their sponsors including- COMP Cams, Lucas Oil, Pannell Chipping, VP Racing Fuels, Mark Martin Automotive, Keyser Manufacturing, P&W Sales, Allen Manufacturing, Integra Shocks, New Vision Graphics, Rocket Chassis, Midwest Sheet Metal, DirtOnDirt.com, Black Diamond Chassis, Larry Shaw Race Cars, Midwest Automation, Hoosier Race Tires, Bennings Heating & Air, Smiley’s Racing Products, Dixon Road U-Pull-It, Bad Boy Mowers, Beach Veterinarian Services, Air Power Consultants, Schoenfeld Headers, Hooker Harness, MI Truck Center, ASC Warranty, Quickcar Racing Products, Taylor Electric, M&M Paint, and MSR Mafia Marketing Services.
For the latest information on the COMP Cams Super Dirt Series presented by Lucas Oil, please visit http://www.www.COMPDirt.com .
Submitted By: Kirk Elliott