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Sprint Series of Oklahoma Ready for Doubleheader Weekend!
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – April 12, 2016 - Its back to racing action this weekend as the Sprint Series of Oklahoma IMCA Racesaver series is set for a weekend double-header, destined to take the minds off that dreaded tax deadline day. It all kicks off on Friday night (April 15) at Southern Oklahoma Speedway in Ardmore, Oklahoma. From there the tour will head north to Longdale Speedway in Longdale, Oklahoma for a showdown with the Kansas based United Rebel Sprint Series (URSS).
Andy Shouse currently sits atop the SSO point standings and will lead the “winged warriors” into this weekend’s race action. Fresh off his victory at Red River Speedway in Wichita Falls, Texas back on April 3, Texas driver Brandon Long has indicated his intentions on competing for the series championship and will also be making the trip.
Other drivers who have indicated their intentions on competing this weekend include; Chris and John Kelly, Gary Kelley, female hot-shoe Shayla Waddell, Zach Blurton, Jerry Jumper, Joe Wood, Jr., Loyd Clevenger, Cody Whitworth, Jake Martens and Ty Williams.
Friday night gates at Southern Oklahoma Speedway will open at 5:00 PM with race action slated for a 7:30 PM start time. Grandstand prices are $15 for ages 13 and up; $10 for ages 6-12; all pit passes will be $30.
Southern Oklahoma Speedway is located off of I-35 to exit 29, go east on Hwy 70 for 0.7 mile then south on Hwy 77 for two miles. For more race and track information check out their official website
www.southernoklahomaspeedway.com; their official facebook page Southern Oklahoma Speedway; or call the track office (405) 627-1766.
As mentioned, the Saturday night event at Longdale Speedway will be a combined effort with the Kansas based URSS in what is shaping up to be a stout field of competitors. Defending series champion Jake Bubak of Colorado headlines a list of strong URSS regulars expected to make the tow as well as Kansas regulars Kaden Taylor, Brian Herbert, Jed Werner, Zach Taylor, Jed Radcliffe and Cody Lampe.
Gates at Longdale Speedway open at 5:00 PM with race action slated for a 7:00 PM start time. Adult general admission tickets are just $15; $12 for seniors and all military personnel; children ages 6-12 just $5 and kids five and under admitted to the grandstands for free.
Longdale Speedway is located a quarter mile south of Longdale on Hwy 58. For more race information check out the tracks official website
www.longdalespeedway.net; their official facebook page Longdale Speedway or call the track (580) 886-5375.
The SSO is in its inaugural season and has completed three events thus far this season. Winners include John Carney II (2) and Long.
More information on the SSO can be found on their official facebook page: Sprint Series of Oklahoma, where you will find up to date race information and the 2016 race schedule. For questions contact Jim Messmer (405) 417-2202.
Officials and staff would like to thank the following partners for the inaugural 2016 race season: Messmer Racing LLC & Martens Machine Shop, Bishop Racing, Triple XXX chassis, FSR Radiators, Outlaw Wings.
Current Sprint Series of Oklahoma Point Standings as of 04/03/16
1) Andy Shouse 102
2) Logan Scherb 97
3) Brandon Long 87
4) John Carney II 80
5) Ty Williams 76
6) Tim Crawley 75
7) Jake Bubak 74
8) Justin Melton 73
9) Sterling Hoff 70
10) Chase Parson 67
