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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 25, 2006) – Big news is coming from the Western
States Supermodified Racing League (WSSRL) as they announce both a new
association with the American Speed Association’s (ASA) racing program
and a five race national television package on the Outdoor Life
Network.
The WSSRL began an 11-race season on Saturday, May 6 at Madera (Calif.) Speedway
with the running of the annual “Vukovich Classic,” a memorial race
for Billy Vukovich III. Other tracks on the campaign include ASA Member Tracks
Meridian (Idaho) Speedway, and Orange Show Speedway in San Bernardino, Calif.
Additionally, the series makes visits to Rocky Mountain Speedway (Salt Lake
City, Utah), Altamont (Calif.) Speedway and Shasta Raceway Park in Anderson,
Calif.
With more than 60 active members and 35 different teams, the ASA/WSSRL is
one of the most anticipated shows of the season when they roll into town
due to the unique styling of the race cars, the incredible speeds, and the
reckless nature of the drivers.
“Our race teams are a bit like outlaws,” claimed WSSRL president/owner
Rick Cameron. “This is old school, bare knuckles hard racing. Extreme
racing with an attitude – that's Supermodifieds!”
“These guys are a bit like Jesse James rolled up into Mario Andretti,”
Cameron added.
Supermodifieds are quite possibly the most exciting form of open wheel racing.
With over 800 horsepower strapped to a light, nimble 1900 pound car, these
vehicles can accelerate from 20 to more than 100 mph in just over three seconds.
But even more impressive is the cornering speeds which are only slightly
less than that on the straights due to the unbelievable downforce the top
wing generates.
“Our drivers run flat-footed around some of the tracks. We are the fastest
cars in the world on half-mile or less tracks. No other car is faster,”
said Cameron. To further emphasize the speed of the ASA/WSSRL vehicles, Cameron
said that when they competed at Phoenix International Raceway, the top qualifiers
would have made the grid for the Indy Racing League’s event on the same
track; these are the same cars that compete in the Indianapolis 500 at speeds
well above 220 mph.
Because of this “edge of your seat” action, a television package
was a natural fit to showcase the unique nature of the ASA/WSSRL vehicles
and drivers. A deal was put together for a five race program in conjunction
with the ASA Speed Truck Challenge, another ASA Regional Racing tour. The
programming was brokered by Jay Rutherford, president of the ASA Speed Truck
Challenge who indicated that another major announcement may be forthcoming
shortly concerning the ASA/WSSRL.
Fans looking for more information on the ASA/WSSRL race cars, event and
television schedule, and other information can visit www.wssrl.com, or telephone
(559) 803-3194 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday through Friday.
“The ASA Western States Supermodified Racing League is unquestionably
one of the most exciting regional touring series in the country,” said
Dennis Huth, president of ASA Racing. “The drivers are fanatical to
do what they do and the fans just eat up every single lap and go back and
tell their friends what they missed. These races are one of those things
in life that you really have to see to believe, and I think that the Outdoor
Life Network broadcasts will really give them a boost in popularity and exposure
and let the rest of the country see what we already know is some of the best
motorsports action around.
“The ASA racing program is pleased to welcome them to the fold and look
forward to many years of a great racing partnership. They bring to us the
type of thrilling racing that ASA has been known for over the years, and
we certainly are excited to do all we can to help move their program
upwards,” Huth added.
“One of my goals has always been to get these drivers and the series
more exposure,” said Cameron. “The benefits of partnering with
a national organization helps bring us a great insurance package, national
recognition, exposure and increased credibility. The ASA Racing program is
the fastest growing short track organization in the USA, and they offer a
lot of advantages to us. I also want to extend my thanks to the ASA Speed
Truck racers and Jay Rutherford for including the Supermodifieds into their
television programs.”
To learn more of the Daytona Beach, Fla.-based Racing Speed Associates or
the ASA Racing Member Track program, call (386) 258-2221 or send an e-mail
to info@asa-racing.com. For news and information from all the racetracks
and regional tours involved in the ASA, visit www.asa-racing.com.
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For more information, contact:
Rick Cameron, President, ASA/WSSRL – (559) 830-3194 –
rick@wssrl.com
Jay Rutherford, President, ASA Speed Truck Challenge – (909) 949-4780
– jay@speedtruck.com
Dennis Huth, President, ASA Racing - (386 ) 258-2221 -
info@asa-racing.com |
