HOT ROD Drag Week

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HOT ROD Drag Week

Search for “Fastest Street Car in America”
The 2025 competition is coming to four prestigious Mid-Atlantic racetracks:
Budds Creek, MD – Numidia, PA – Reading, PA – Rising Sun, MD

LOS ANGELES (Jan. 23, 2025) — The race to determine the title of “Fastest Street Car in America” returns as HOT ROD Drag Week 2025 prepares to race through four cities Sunday, Sept. 14 through Friday, Sept. 19. The 2025 HOT ROD Drag Week will be hosted at the Maryland International Raceway and will also hit Numidia Dragway in Numidia, PA, Maple Grove Raceway in Reading, PA, and Cecil County Dragway in Rising Sun, MD. Registration for this highly-anticipated annual event opens on Saturday, February 22nd at 9 am EST.

The world’s toughest competition to find the ultimate street-legal drag car, HOT ROD Drag Week puts competitors through a grueling test over five days of action-packed drag racing, requiring
racers to drive their vehicles on a specified route from city to city, approximately 1,000 miles, while securing the quickest possible elapsed time across the five days. During the competition,
drivers provide photographic evidence to prove they have followed the required route. Some of the nation’s top racers participate in Drag Week each year, and it’s not uncommon for
competitors to band together to help each other get through the week. “HOT ROD Drag Week continues to get bigger, faster, and louder every year, ” said Mike Galimi, HOT ROD network director. “On the heels of a wildly successful 2024 tour we are so excited to head to the East Coast for our five-day torture test.”

HOT ROD DRAG WEEK 2025 SCHEDULE

(Daily end times as stated or until complete)
● Tech Inspection, Registration, Test ‘N’ Tune – Sunday, Sept. 14 Maryland International Raceway (Budds Creek, Maryland) 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time for registration, tech inspection, and test ’n’ tune (tech open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., test ‘n’ tune begins at 12 p.m.)
● Day 1 Racing – Monday, Sept. 15 Maryland International Raceway (Budds Creek, Maryland)
● Day 2 Racing – Tuesday, Sept. 16 Numidia Dragway (Numidia, Pennsylvania)
● Day 3 Racing – Wednesday, Sept. 17 Maple Grove Raceway (Reading, Pennsylvania)
● Day 4 Racing – Thursday, Sept. 18 Cecil County Dragway (Rising Sun, Maryland)
● Day 5 Racing (Finals) – Friday, Sept. 19 Maryland International Raceway (Budds Creek, Maryland)

DRAG PACK TICKET PROGRAM

Drag Week super fans can purchase a Drag Pack ticket that includes entry for one car, one driver, and
one passenger for all HOT ROD Drag Week venues (Monday, Sept. 15 through Friday, Sept. 19). Drag
Pack ticket holders will get to park in the pits or premier areas, have suite access and lunch at one
venue (TBD) during the week, and receive one gift item per vehicle. *Children 12 and under can enter
with their families for free.

SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Spectator tickets will be available at each track ($20). Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult.

CONNECT
Follow HOT ROD Drag Week 2025 on X, Facebook, and Instagram using #hotroddragweek. For those
who can’t make it in person, the 5-day event will be livestreamed on MotorTrend’s YouTube Channel
and at motortrend.com/events/hot-rod-drag-week.
Learn more about Drag WeekTM at motortrend.com/events/hot-rod-drag-week.

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Event Recap: Daily Driver- December 14, 2024

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Event Recap: Daily Driver- December 14, 2024
By: Shane Sweigart
At a dragstrip you are always looking for events that can open the gates in the winter months. When we looked to continue to grow our winter events. We thought it would be time to add two Daily Driver stand alone events for the 2024-25 winter.
This past Saturday we had our first of three daily driver events. The series stood up to its name as the Frosty Series. With many racers arriving at the facility to temperatures in the low 20’s.
In the lanes we saw many familiar faces from our ET Series. We saw faces who have not raced in many years. The other exciting part was the many new faces giving bracket racing a try. The day did not disappoint as the staff and racers had smiles on their faces all day long.  The event was also highlighted by over 20 no prep cars getting ready for New Years at the Grove on December 28th. The Daily Driver portion of Saturday offered two potential payouts. Up to 99 cars would pay $500 to the winner. Over 100 cars would pay $1000 to the winner. We quickly saw Saturday we were going to be paying $1000 to the winner. The payouts were also joined by an incentive offered up by the Daryl Tillman Realty Group. This could bring the payout to $3500 to win if a racer hit the bonus. As we got to the 1/4 finals we saw a couple of names that are around late in bracket races. Losing in the 1/4 finals were Andy Anderson, Lonny Horst, and Kevin Spencer. Lonny Horst joins us after a few years of being away from the facility. The semi finals saw Dave Harvey Jr. advance on a bye run. Scott Embley threw down at .016 pack over Rich Steinke. With the final round now set. Dave Harvey Jr was able to take home the win over Scott Embley. Scott Embley broke out in the finals as Dave Harvey put together a package that made Embley ineligible at the hit. Harvey’s total package was not quite good enough to be eligible for the Daryl Tillman Realty Group bonus. We want to thank everyone who braved the temperatures this Saturday with us. We now turn our attention to race number 2 of the Frosty Series which is New Years at the Grove. The event that started all of these cold weather ideas three years ago. The next Daily Driver race is January 25th.

Daily Driver: 
Dave Harvey Jr., .019, 9.616 E.T. on a 9.59 dial-in, 73.26 mph def. Scott Embley, .067, 10.241 E.T. on a 10.25 dial-in, 72.50 mph.

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2025 Season Schedule

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Dutch Classic Drag Racing: Wheels Up Action

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Great article from Joe Grippo from this year’s “Dutch Classic” Lucas Oil Divisional.

Dutch Classic Drag Race Photos: Wheels Up Super Stock And Stock Lucas Oil Drag Racing Action

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Weekend Recap Results: Lucas Oil Divisional- October 23-27th

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Lucas Oil Divisional: October 23-27, 2024

 

Top Alcohol Dragster:
Jackie Fricke, Flemington, NJ, ’19 Copeland, .059, 5.261 E.T., 276.80 mph def. Josh Ausherman, Manchester, Pa., ’10 Mondon, .034, 5.386 E.T., 272.45 mph.

Top Alcohol Funny Car:
Wayne Morris, Lincoln University, Pa., ’18 Camaro, .097, 5.841 E.T., 261.57 mph def. John Hedley, Newportville, Pa., ’00 Mustang, .146, 6.379 E.T., 178.80 mph.

HEMI Challenge Winner: Steve Comella

Top Dragster:
Vince Musolino, Bridgeport, NY, ’13 Racetech, .014, 6.532 E.T., 205.79 mph def. Walter Zalak, Huntington, NY, ’13 S&W, .029, 6.557 E.T., 207.82 mph.

Top Sportsman:
Brandon Miller, Canterbury, CT, ’00 S-10, .024, 6.825 E.T., 198.15 mph def. Robert Hyatt, Salem, NH, ’92 Cutlass, .019, 7.344 E.T., 186.64 mph.

Comp Eliminator:
Carl Miller, Stockholm, NJ, ’89 Corvette, .028, 8.153 E.T., 164.81 mph def. Paul Ricci, Rocky Hill, CT, ’96 Avenger, -.020, 16.235 E.T., 54.09 mph.

Super Stock:
Troy Huntzberry, Hagerstown, MD, ’87 Camaro, .040, 10.056 E.T., 114.44 mph def. Marty Rinehart, Thomasville, PA, ’69 Camaro, -.009, 9.576 E.T., 137.23 mph.

Stock:
Joe Mocci, Wayside, NJ, ’69 Camaro, .062, 10.056 E.T., 114.44 mph def. Dean Ribeiro, Candia, NH, ’94 Camaro, .170, 10.731 E.T., 122.92 mph.

Super Comp:
Mike Robilotto, Sophia, NC, ’13 Dragster, .025, 14.918 E.T., 65.98 mph def. Thomas Smith, Hughestown, Pa., ’08 R.E.D., -.004, 13.792 E.T., 70.06 mph.

Super Gas:
Charlie Kenopic, Renfrew, ON, ’63 Corvette, .052, 9.945 E.T., 150.03 mph def. Tom Stalba, Hammonton, NJ, ’63 Corvette, .020, 10.035, 164.47 mph.

Super Street:
Frank Volpe, Poughkeepsie, NY, ’90 Mustang, .010, 10.931 E.T., 146.08 mph def. Jay Neville, Franklinville, NJ, ’79 Camaro, .045, 10.950 E.T., 127.47 mph.

8.50 Index:
Robert Hughes, Vineland, NJ, ’90 Mustang, .008, 8.528 E.T., 153.16 mph def. Carl Blase, Galloway, NJ, ’00 Mustang, .098, 8.500 E.T., 163.00 mph.

10.0 Index:
Kevin Spencer, Conowingo, MD, ’89 Mustang, .036, 10.236 E.T., 111.21 mph def. Michael Card, Lansdale, Pa., ’01 S-10.

11.50 Index:
Jeff Rahner, Califon, NJ, ’68 Skylark, .047, 11.498 E.T., 116.56 mph def. Rich Wendler, Bensalem, Pa., ’86 Camaro, .051, 11.469 E.T., 114.95 mph.

 

ET Motorcycle:
Keith Alesin, Mohnton, Pa., ’90 Sport HD, .033, 10.268 E.T., 123.61 mph def. Levon Currie, Glassboro, NJ, ’00 Hayabusa, -.002, 9.180 E.T., 144.75 mph.

Junior Dragster 6-10 Years Old:
Kole Paone, .264, 9.086 E.T., 71.88 mph def. Graysyn Lang, Slatington, Pa., -.009, 12.121 E.T., 44.00 mph.

Junior Dragster 11-18 Years Old:
Michael Antonette, ’05 Halfscale, .101, 8.917 E.T., 77.05 mph def. Alfonse Magliocco, Sicklerville, NJ, ’16 Halfscale, -.014, 16.364 E.T., 33.22 mph.

 

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The Official Sports Guide to Can’t-Miss Events Across the Globe presented by Maple Grove Raceway

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The Official Sports Guide to Can’t-Miss Events Across the Globe presented by Maple Grove Raceway


Sports enthusiasts know that certain events offer not just competition but also a deep sense of history, tradition, and unparalleled excitement. Whether it’s the roaring engines of the Indy 500 or the intense pressure of the NBA Finals, these iconic moments create unforgettable memories. For fans of the Maple Grove Raceway, here’s a comprehensive look at the most significant sporting events worldwide. Each one holds a special place in sports lore and attracts millions of viewers and fans in person. And for those eager to attend, remember to use the TicketSmarter promo code MAPLE5 for discounted tickets to all these events!

Daytona 500 Tickets
Known as the “Super Bowl of Stock Car Racing”; the Daytona 500 is a staple in the NASCAR Cup Series and the most prestigious race on the calendar. Held annually since 1959 at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida, the race covers 500 miles over 200 laps. The track’s seating capacity exceeds 100,000, and tickets are always in high demand for this February spectacle. The tradition of the winning driver kissing the finish line has become an iconic part of the event, adding to its charm.

Wimbledon Tickets
Dating back to 1877, Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is regarded as the most prestigious. Held at the All England Club in London, Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam still played on grass. The event spans two weeks in June and July and is filled with traditions like the all-white dress code for players and the consumption of strawberries and cream by spectators. Centre Court, with a capacity of 14,979, hosts the finals, where players compete for the Gentlemen’s Singles Trophy or the Venus Rosewater Dish for the women.

Stanley Cup Playoff Tickets
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are widely regarded as one of the toughest and most thrilling postseasons in all of sports. First awarded in 1893, the Stanley Cup is the oldest professional sports trophy in North America. Sixteen teams battle it out over four rounds of best-of-seven series to claim the Cup, with notable dynasties like the Montreal Canadiens holding a record 24 championships. Each spring, arenas like Madison Square Garden and Bell Centre fill with fans eager to witness overtime thrillers and unforgettable moments of grit and determination.

World Cup Tickets
The FIFA World Cup is the most-watched sporting event on the planet, with billions of fans tuning in every four years. First held in 1930, the tournament brings together the top 32 national teams from around the world to compete for the World Cup Trophy. Known for its passionate fan bases and iconic moments, the World Cup has been won five times by Brazil, the most successful nation in the tournament’s history. The final is held in some of the largest stadiums, often accommodating over 80,000 spectators.

NBA Finals Tickets
The NBA Finals pit the best of the Eastern Conference against the best of the Western Conference in a best-of-seven series that takes place each June. First held in 1947, the Finals have produced some of basketball’s greatest rivalries and unforgettable moments. Teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics have each won over 15 titles, cementing their legacies as basketball powerhouses. With arenas packed with 20,000 fans, the energy of the Finals is palpable, whether watching courtside or tuning in from home.

Masters Tickets
The Masters is golf’s most prestigious tournament, played each April at the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. Since its inception in 1934, the Masters has captivated fans with its rich traditions, including the awarding of the iconic Green Jacket to the winner. Augusta’s stunning landscape, particularly the famous Amen Corner, adds to the event’s mystique. The Masters is unique in that it is always held at Augusta, and the limited number of tickets makes it one of the most exclusive sporting events in the world.

CWS Tickets
The College World Series is the crowning event of the college baseball season, bringing together the top eight teams in a double-elimination tournament. Since 1950, the event has been held in Omaha, Nebraska, where Charles Schwab Field, with a capacity of 24,000, hosts the series. The CWS takes place in June and regularly produces exciting, drama-filled games as future MLB stars compete for the championship. Programs like the USC Trojans and LSU Tigers have made their mark, with multiple titles under their belts.

Kentucky Derby Tickets
The Kentucky Derby, often called “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports”; is the first leg of the Triple Crown of horse racing. Held since 1875 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, the race is held on the first Saturday of May and attracts over 150,000 spectators. Attendees dress to impress, with extravagant hats and mint juleps as staples of the Derby experience. The race is known for its pageantry, traditions, and, of course, the garland of roses awarded to the winning horse.

US Open Tennis Tickets
The final Grand Slam of the year, the US Open is held every year in August and September at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York. First played in 1881, the tournament is famous for its fast-paced hardcourt matches and rowdy night sessions in Arthur Ashe Stadium, which seats 23,000. The US Open is known for its energetic atmosphere, drawing fans from around the globe to witness the sport’s biggest stars battle for glory.

Indy 500 Tickets
The Indianapolis 500 is one of the oldest and most prestigious motorsport events in the world. First held in 1911, the race takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana. With a capacity of over 250,000, the Indy 500 is the largest single- day sporting event in the world. Drivers compete for 500 miles, and traditions like the winner drinking milk on Victory Lane add to the rich history of the event. The Borg-Warner Trophy is awarded to the victor, cementing their legacy in racing history.

World Series Tickets
Since 1903, the MLB World Series has been the pinnacle of professional baseball. The championship series pits the winners of the American League and National League against each other in a best-of-seven showdown. Iconic venues like Yankee Stadium and Dodger Stadium have hosted legendary World Series games, with the New York Yankees holding the record for the most titles at 27 championships. Played each October, the World Series often draws massive TV ratings and packs stadiums with over 40,000 fans.

Final Four Tickets
The NCAA Men’s Final Four is the crescendo of March Madness, where the top four college basketball teams vie for the national championship. First played in 1939, the Final Four is one of
the most exciting weekends in sports, with unpredictable outcomes and high-stakes games. Held in massive arenas, such as football stadiums with capacities exceeding 70,000, the Final
Four offers an intense atmosphere filled with school pride and dramatic finishes.

CFP Championship Tickets
The College Football Playoff Championship is the defining game in the college football season, crowning the national champion after a four-team playoff. Established in 2015, the CFP Championship rotates among various major cities, with venues like Mercedes-Benz Stadium and AT&T Stadium hosting the event. The game regularly attracts over 75,000 fans in attendance and millions of viewers, as teams like Alabama and Clemson have dominated the early years of the CFP era.

US Open Golf Tickets
The US Open Golf Championship is known for its tough course setups and is one of golf’s four major tournaments. First played in 1895, the US Open rotates venues annually, with courses like Pebble Beach and Oakmont hosting some of the most challenging and memorable tournaments. Held in June, the US Open often sees over 35,000 fans attending each day, as players compete for the US Open Trophy. The tournament’s history is filled with dramatic finishes, and the victor is celebrated for conquering the game’s toughest conditions.

Super Bowl Tickets
There’s no bigger spectacle in sports than the Super Bowl, played annually on the first Sunday of February. First held in 1967, the game pits the champions of the AFC and NFC against each other for the Lombardi Trophy. With halftime performances and commercials becoming just as big as the game itself, the Super Bowl transcends sports to become a cultural event. Held in massive stadiums like Hard Rock Stadium and SoFi Stadium, the event routinely draws over 70,000 fans and millions of viewers around the world.

These sporting events represent the height of competition, tradition, and excitement in their
respective sports. Whether you’re looking to experience the thrill of live motorsports or witness
history on the tennis courts, there’s something for every fan. Don’t forget to use TicketSmarter’s
promo code MAPLE5 for discounts at checkout.

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Weekend Recap Results: Halloween Bracket Race- October 19-20th

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Halloween Bracket Race-Day 1: Saturday, October 19, 2024

 

Top Bulb
Not Completed

 

Bottom Bulb
Shane Colburn, Downingtown, PA, .002, 6.717 E.T. on a 6.70 dial-in, 99.04 mph def. -.020, 5.966 E.T. on a 5.98 dial-in, 115.34 mph.

 

Pro Dial
Michael Reginella, .010, 5.901 E.T. on a 5.90 dial-in, 117.33 mph def. Jake Knarr, Boyertown, PA, .012, 5.402 E.T. on a 5.40 dial-in, 124.0 mph.

Junior Dragster
Gabrielle Held, .007, 7.999 E.T. on a 7.96 dial-in, 81.12 mph def. .021, 7.982 E.T. on a 7.95 dial-in, 78.92 mph.

Halloween Bracket  Race -Day 2: Sunday, October 20, 2024

 

Top Bulb
Michael Reginella, .007, 5.910 E.T. on a 5.91 dial-in, 161.97 mph def. Trish Witt, Broke.

 

Bottom Bulb
Trish Whitt, .030, 7.923 E.T. on a 5.64 dial-in, 54.35 mph def. Brandon Michaels, -.023, 7.277 E.T. on a 7.01 dial-in, 78.54 mph.

Pro Dial
Jake Knarr, .046, 5.404 E.T. on a 5.40 dial-in, 125.02 mph def. Mike Nessinger, .026, 6.172 E.T. on a 6.12 dial-in, 109.41 mph.

Junior Dragster
Anthony Magliocco, .043, 7.904 E.T. on a 7.90 dial-in, 81.14 mph def. Charlie Blittersdorf, .059, 7.950 E.T. on a 7.96 dial-in, 80.80 mph.

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Weekend Recap: Keystone Truckin’ Nationals- September 21, 2024

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Keystone Truckin’ Nationals: Saturday, September 21, 2024

 

Diesel Pickup Bracket 1:
Dennis Harnish Jr., Quarryville, PA, ’06 GMC Sierra, .123, 11.809 E.T. on an 11.63 dial-in, 107.17 mph def. Seth Peters, Felton, PA, ’04 Ford F250, .362, 15.123 E.T. on a 15.55 dial-in, 89.57 mph.

Diesel Pickup Bracket 2:
Raymond Delany, Macungie, PA, ’18 Ford F250, .795, 18.604 E.T. on an 18.85 dial-in, 70.61 mph def. Travis Roth, Pennsburg, PA, ’18 Ram 2500, .317, 17.174 E.T. on a 17.50 dial-in, 61.79 mph.

Diesel Big Rig Bracket 1:
TJ Buck, Williamsport, PA, ’59 Mack B-61, .114, 13.412 E.T. on a 13.30 dial-in, 105.46 mph def. Bradley Owens, Lexington Park, MD, ’09 KW W900L, .254, 15.832 E.T. on a 15.85 dial-in, 90.44 mph.

Diesel Big Rig Bracket 2:
Alfred Fee, Banger, PA, ’55 GMC, .014, 18.675 E.T. on an 18.31 dial-in, 65.72 mph def. Tyler Priece, Warrington, PA, .037, 25.480 E.T. on a 24.20 dial-in, 60.04 mph.

Big Rig Heads Up:
Jordan Butler, Doylestown, PA, .472, 13.162 E.T., 105.82 mph def. Kenny Koretsky Jr., -.499, 14.977 E.T., 102.88 mph.

King of the Hill:
Dennis Harnish Jr., Quarryville PA, .015, 11.915 E.T. on an 11.68 dial-in, 102.95 mph def. TJ Buck, Williamsport, PA, .006, 13.793 E.T. on a 13.40 dial-in, 104.81 mph.

 

Keystone Trucking Nationals Chutes Out Recap Edition: Harnish picks up fourth win in two years; Fee, Delany, Buck and Butler shine in victory lane.
By: Billy Kleinspehn

One of the greatest things about Maple Groves’s rich history is that the track offers a unique diverse series of events set aside for a certain demographic.

For Chevy Fans there is the Super Chevy Showdown and for VW racers there is the June Bug Classic. But if you’re a fan of diesel power drag racing Maple Grove sets aside one day a year for the famed Keystone Trucking Nationals.

After being rescheduled last season to November due to rain, the 2024 edition returned to a mid-September date to a huge crowd of fans, truck show participants and racing entries.

The racing portion of the event featured four bracket classes; two for Diesel pick ups and two for big rigs. When the sun went down on Saturday evening several familiar names returned to victory lane for a second straight year.

In Diesel Pick Up Bracket One, which was opened to trucks running faster the 17.50 seconds in the quarter mile, Dennis Harnish Jr picked up his second straight win. This year he defended his 2023 victory by defeating Seth T Peters in the final.

In Diesel Pick Up Bracket Two, which was open to trucks running slower than 17.50 seconds, Raymond Delany defeated Travis Roth in the final.

For Big Rig Bracket One, which was open to big rigs running faster than 17.50 seconds in the quarter mile, TJ Buck got the win over Bradley Owens.

For the second straight year in the Big Rigs Bracket Two class Alfred Fee would make it back to winners circle over Tyler Priece.

Also joining in on the fun was the always popular heads up class in a good old fashion first to the finish line wins race down the famed Maple Grove quarter mile. In the final round it was Kenny Korestky Jr. who came up just one round short for the second straight year in the final. This year it was Jordan Butler who picked up the win for the Heads Up class.

The night finished with the final match up in the all so popular class, King of the Hill. Also known as the winner of the bragging rights for the year. Each of the race class winners in Pickup and Big Rig Brackets race against each other until only one lone racer remains. That racer then walks home with a special trophy, bragging rights and of course $5,000 cash. The first match up was TJ Buck (Big Rig Bracket 1 Winner) and Raymond Delany (Pickup Bracket 2 Winner). It was TJ Buck who advanced to the next round. The next match up was Dennis Harnish (Pickup Bracket 1 Winner) and Jordan Butler (Big Rig Heads Up Winner). It was Harnish Jr. who won and advanced to the next round. Alfred Fee (Big Rig Bracket 2 Winner) received the bye in the first round and automatically advanced into the next round. Round 2 match ups consisted of TJ Buck who got the win over Alfred Fee with Dennis Harnish receiving the bye. That made the final round match up be Dennis Harnish Jr. facing off against TJ Buck. Ultimately it was Harnish Jr. who came out the King of the Hill winner. That victory marks, four wins for him in 2 straight years at the Grove. He won Pickup Bracket 1 and King of the Hill in 2023 at the Keystone Truckin’ Nationals.

 

For the first time at an event held at Maple Grove, we were thrilled to have Diesels of USA host a 2 round Burnout Competition. This was open to diesel vehicles only, which we saw both pickups and big rigs take their turn to put on a show. The winner of the competition took home $1,000. This feature quickly became a crowd favorite as the pit area became engulfed in tire smoke from all the wicked competition.

No specialty race at Maple Grove is complete without an appearance by fire breathing 300 mph jet cars. The 2024 event was no exception as Maple Grove fan favorites, Dawn Purde in the Wicked Sensation and Neil Esposito in the Jersey Attitude closed out the show with an awesome blast down the quarter mile. Fans and racers closed out the evening with an incredible fireworks display.

Join in on congratulating your winners from this past weekend!

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Race Results: 10Ks at the Grove- August 24-25, 2024

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10Ks at the Grove-Day 1: Saturday, August 24, 2024

 

Top Bulb
Greg Kelley, ’80 Monza, .015, 6.660 E.T. on a 6.66 dial-in, 103.17 mph def. Dave Muller, ’69 Camaro, .030, 4.916 E.T. on a 4.90 dial-in, 133.65 mph.

 

No Box
Kurt Holland, Whitehall, PA, ’79 Camaro, .005, 6.110 E.T. on a 6.12 dial-in, 111.12 mph def. Dave Dissinger, Landisville, PA, ’95 Monza, .006, 6.478 E.T. on a 6.49 dial-in, 105.08 mph.

 

10Ks at the Grove-Day 2: Sunday, August 25, 2024

 

Top Bulb
Jason Hoff, ’22 Miller, .016, 4.387 E.T. on a 4.37 dial-in, 161.77 mph def. Erik Tenney, ’69 Dart, .013, 6.511 E.T. on a 6.52 dial-in, 105.18 mph.

 

 

No Box
Denny Maclosky, Neptune, NJ, ’78 Firebird, .003, 6.595 E.T. on a 6.58 dial-in, 97.54 mph def. Kevin Kohr, Myerstown, PA, ’71 Dodge Demon, .020, 6.953 E.T. on a 6.96 dial-in, 93.03 mph.

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Weekend Recap & Results: August 17-18, 2024

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By: Billy Kleinspehn

Sunoco ET Series Race 9 Recap Kyle Robb ends 2 year drought with double win

For the second straight week, the stars of the Sunoco ET Series returned to Maple Grove for Championship Weekend. However, due to the weather threat on Sunday, the Sunday portion of the weekend was canceled and Sunoco ET Series race number nine turned into Championship Saturday.

After rain showers delayed the start of racing on Saturday the Maple Grove Staff quickly got the track dried and several popular racers stood in victory lane once the sun went down on Saturday Evening.

The Super Pro final came down to a battle of two second-generation drivers, Marty Flegal and Michael Reginella. Marty picked up the win in an all-doorcar final round.

Pro Eliminator final round came down to a battle of the former Jr Dragster graduates with Marty Flegal and Kyle Robb. Robb prevented Flegal from his second win of the day as Robb picked up his first win in over two years.

The Sportsman final saw two of Division ones best in the final with Butch Weinreich and Scott Embley. Embley was able to get a second win in less than a month. Fun fact, Embley was the Sunday winner in Sportsman at the Super Chevy Showdown.

CJ Ketterer made it back to victory lane for the second straight week this time in Pro Dial. Just a few short days after winning in Sportsman at race number seven when he defeated the yellow Corvette of Don Stilley.

In any sport, it’s hard to win on three consecutive days yet that is what Top Bike rider Vanderbilt Boyce did. He picked up his third straight win in the Top Bike class by defeating Stefanie Koehler in the final.

In Jr. Dragster, Charlie Blittersdorf made history at Sunoco ET Series race seven, by winning in both Jr Dragster and Jr Street. This makes him the first junior racer to accomplish the sweep at the same ET Series race. Blittersdorf, made the trip back to victory lane for the second consecutive Saturday in the Jr. Dragster class when he defeated 2018 Jr. Dragster Champion Dillon Taylor in the finals.

In Jr Street, it was the Kohr and Lawrence show with Allen Kohr Jr. and Aubree Lawrence squaring off in the final with Kohr getting the win.

Also joining in on the fun is the always popular Mini Bike Class which was added to the Sunoco ET Series last year and saw Gregory Mottas getting the win over Michael Gery.

A major highlight of the Sunoco ET Series race number nine was the always popular King Of The Track Shootout. This two-round, four-car shootout is offered at many NHRA-sanctioned tracks. It has the winners of Sportsman, Top Bike, Pro and Super Pro race against each other to see who the King or Queen is of the track. The final round came down to a repeat of the Pro Eliminator final with Marty Flegal appearing in his third final of the day against Kyle Robb. The outcome was the same as Robb picked up his first King of The Track title.

Join in on congratulating all your winners from Championship Saturday Sunoco ET Series race nine!

 

 

Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series #9: Saturday, August 17, 2024

 

Super Pro Eliminator
Martin Flegal, Ephrata, PA, .016, 6.281 E.T. on a 6.27 dial-in, 104.40 mph def. Michael Reginella, Mount Joy, PA, ’84 Camaro, .025, 6.033 E.T. on a 6.04 dial-in, 114.99 mph.

 

Pro Eliminator
Kyle Robb, Denver, Pa., ’66 Chevy II, .031, 5.978 E.T. on a 5.96 dial-in, 107.52 mph def. Martin Flegal, Ephrata, Pa., .059, 6.307 E.T. on a 6.27 dial-in, 99.66 mph.

Sportsman Eliminator
Scott Embley, Saylorsburg, Pa., ’92 Blazer, .024, 7.558 E.T. on a 7.54 dial-in, 91.17 mph def. Butch Weinreich, Rosedale, MD, ’74 Dart, .035, 7.387 E.T. on a 7.35 dial-in, 87.23 mph.

 

Top Bike Eliminator
Vanderbilt Boyce Jr., Neptune, NJ, .021, 5.466 E.T. on a 5.46 dial-in, 124.45 mph def. Stefanie Koehler, Mohnton, Pa., .172, 9.044 E.T. on a 9.07 dial-in, 76.73 mph.

Pro Dial Eliminator
CJ Ketterer, Sellersville, Pa, .099, 7.973 E.T. on an 8.00 dial-in, 81.33 mph def. Don Stilley, Norristown, Pa., -.006, 8.786 E.T. on an 8.74 dial-in, 82.37 mph.

 

Junior Dragster Eliminator
Charlie Blittersdorf, .083, 7.979 E.T. on a 7.96 dial-in, 78.74 mph def. Dillon Taylor, .095, 7.961 E.T. on a 7.98 dial-in, 81.95 mph.

Junior Street Eliminator
Allen Kohr Jr., .101, 9.107 E.T. on a 9.09 dial-in, 70.16 mph def. Aubree Lawrence, .109, 10.006 E.T. on a 9.98 dial-in, 72.88 mph.

Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series #10: Sunday, August 18, 2024

Super Pro Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Pro Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Sportsman Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Top Bike Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Pro Dial Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Junior Dragster Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Junior Street Eliminator:
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

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