8/7/2015
Cottage Grove Speedway
Historical Night On Tap For CGS On Saturday August 8th; Karts On Friday Evening
Historical Night On Tap For CGS On Saturday August 8th; Karts On Friday Evening
By Ben Deatherage
(Photo Courtesy of Dirt Monkey Productions)
Cottage Grove, Oregon- On Saturday August 8th Cottage Grove Speedway will be taking a night to reflect their rich multi-decade history of racing at the famed 1/4-mile clay oval for the annual Historical Night. The Class of 2015 will be inducted into the Hall Of Fame and tons of historical memorabilia will be on display for fans to look at. Classes in action include the 360 Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, Late Models, Street Stocks, and Quality RV Repair Hornets.
Before any of the racing gets started on Saturday there will be Kage Kart racing on Friday August 7th. General admission to the Kart race will be FREE of charge. Pit Passes are $10.00 and Car and Driver fees will be $35.00. The Pit Gate will open up around 3:00 PM and the Pit Meeting is at 6:00 PM with Hot Laps and Racing to follow.
The 360 Sprints have not been in action since Independence Day over a month ago. Roger Crockett has three wins this year while Trey Starks has put together two trips to victory lane. Single race winners include Kyler Barraza, Jason Solwold, Justyn Cox, and Michael Kofoid.
In the Late Models Curtis Towns made a reappearance in the winner's circle after a brief absence. He has managed to win six features in the current campaign. Jesse Williamson is the only other multi-main event with his three triumphs. Bricen James, Justin Duty, Joey Tanner, and Brady Sell are all one-time winners.
In the IMCA Modifieds Jesse Williamson has put together four wins in the class which leads him over the rest of the competition. Curtis Towns and Kinzer Cox each have two victories while Jason Kocks, Braedon Hand, Jake Mayden, and Mark Carrell have won once.
In the Street Stocks Chris Sine leads the charge with an amazing six wins. Evan Britton, Steve Dubisar, and last week's Wallbanger Cup winner Kyle Yeack have one triumph each.
After a little bit of time off the Quality RV Repair Hornets are back at it. Joe Maricle still has the most wins, with four, but Brandon Letsom is starting to catch up with his three trips to the winner's circle. Drivers to have won once include K.C. Scott, Daniel Ray, Josh Corely, Dan Jenkinson, and Jim Simmons.
Admission prices are Adults $13.00, Juniors/Seniors/Military $10.00, Youths (Ages 6-12) $5.00, 5 & Under FREE, and a Family Pass (consisting of two adults and up to four youths) is $30.00. Pit Gates open at 2:00 PM, Front Gates 4:00, Qualifying 5:30, and Racing begins right around 6:45. For more information log on to www.cottagegrovespeedway.com.
Cottage Grove Speedway Wall Of Fame:
Class Of 2014-
Ernie Owens
Edie Owens
Dane Smith
Greg Brown
Rick Brown
#41 Pit Crew
Buck Thompson
Mark Deraita
Carl Miller
Sue Miller-Nystrom
Rosalie Wilson
Class Of 2013-
Marvin Smith
Dale Smith
John Hagan
Rick Hunsley
Herb Hill
Tom Nichols
Larry Woody
Brett Endicott
Class Of 2012-
Ted Baker
Dave Drake
Don Muth Sr.
Robert Hand
Gene Ashley
Barbara Tennison
Ray Hanke
Rex Kays
Harvey Dolan
Alan Cooper
Class Of 2011-
Fred Lowther
Bill Boyce
Dennis Wilson
Shawna Wilskey
Fred Brownfield
Don Moody
Dick Moody
Turn One Animals
Class Of 2010-
Chuck Cooley
Bob Pate
John Hanna
“Granny” Candy Brown
Joe Evans
Gerald Ray Family
Tom Langan Family
Class Of 2009-
Joe Bond
Larry Bond
Ernie Miles
Gary Metcalf
Walt Sorenson
Lloyd Tucker
Bob McCoy
Larry Horner Family
Dennis Deatherage
Curt Deatherage
Class Of 2008-
Rod Saner
Jack Grimes
Dan Peters
Don Hill
Bob Jeremiah
Bud Adamson
Don Hood
Class Of 2007-
Scott “Woody” Woods
Harold “Pappy” Greenwood
Bill Davis
Doyle Dilbeck
Clint Sessions
Cal Hand
Vern Coop
Class Of 2006-
Archie Rodonski
John Simmons
Dot Crha
Mel Pierce
Marv Martin
Dave Cooper
Mark Howard
Wayne Britton
Mike McCann
Chuck Pendleton Sr.
Larry Roberts
Charlie & Susan DeBuff
Class Of 2005-
Earl Cooper
Vern Cooper
Bobby Etchison
Rex Kelley Family
Wally Morelock Family
Howard Rice
Lowell “Smitty” Smith
Faye Stewart Family
Wally King
Russ Lund
Jim Matthews
Class Of 2004-
Jay Bugbee
Gene Cutts
Stan Daugherty
Russ Denker
Bud Dix
Bob Hamilton
Tex Jackson
Darryl Jossart
Frank Williams
Don Wilson
Submitted By: Ben Deatherage