7/1/2021
Sprint Invaders
Sunday’s “A Celebration at the Bullring” in Vinton Up Next for Sprint Invaders!
(Bill W) July 1, 2021 – The Sprint Invaders will make their first appearance at the Benton County Speedway this Sunday, July 4. It’s going to be a huge event, as “A Celebration at the Bullring” will not only include the regular purse and $2,000 to win, but a giant fireworks display following racing action!
Unfortunately, events in Davenport and West Burlington, Iowa were a wash last weekend, but the action on the ¼-mile oval in Vinton, Iowa should please every open wheel fan! It is a rare appearance for sprint cars on the bullring.
Cody Wehrle leads the current Sprint Invaders Association driver point race, over Sawyer Phillips, Chris Martin, Josh Schneiderman and Josh Higday. Brayden Gaylord, Jamie Ball, Colton Fisher, Daniel Bergquist, (tie) Tanner Gebhardt, Kaley Gharst and Dugan Thye round out the current top ten.
In addition to the weekly IMCA classes running at Vinton, the Midwest Micro Sprints will join the card. Gates open at 4 p.m., the grandstands at 4:30, with hot laps scheduled for 5:30.
Adult grandstand admission is $18, seniors and veterans $16, and ages 6-14 $5. Kids ages five and under are admitted free if accompanied by a paid adult.
Pit passes are $30 for adults and $15 for ages 14 and under.
Win a Green Mountain Daniel Boone Grill!
One lucky winner will take home a Green Mountain Daniel Boone Grill, Bags Green Mountain Pellets, and a whole processed hog thanks to the Mighty Miss Grill Company, Jamison Farms and 34 Raceway! The package, benefiting the Sprint Invaders Association, is valued at nearly $1,000. Tickets are just $10 each or three for $20. Get yours by visiting the beer window at 34 Raceway, a Sprint Invaders volunteer, member or driver! The drawing will be held Friday, August 20 at the Lee County Speedway in Donnellson.
Check out the brand new website for the Sprint Invaders located at www.SprintInvaders.com!
2021 Sprint Invaders Driver Points
- Cody Wehrle, Burlington, IA, 217
- Sawyer Phillips, Pleasantville, IA, 216
- Chris Martin, Ankeny, IA, 215
- Josh Schneiderman, West Burlington, IA, 214
- Josh Higday, Des Moines, IA, 204
- Brayden Gaylord, Wever, IA, 200
- Jamie Ball, Knoxville, IA, 194
(tie) Colton Fisher, Mediapolis, IA, 194 - Daniel Bergquist, Burlington, IA, 192
- Tanner Gebhardt, Burlington, IA, 186
(tie) Kaley Gharst, Decatur, IL, 186
(tie) Dugan Thye, Burlington, IA, 186 - Blaine Jamison, Mediapolis, IA, 174
- Jonathan Cornell, Sedalia, MO, 168
(tie) Wyatt Wilkerson, Morning Sun, IA, 168 - Tim Moore, Moline, IL, 160
2021 Sprint Invaders Schedule
Friday, May 28 – Lee County Speedway (Rain)
Sunday, May 30 – 34 Raceway (Paul Nienhiser, Chapin, IL)
Friday, June 25 – Davenport Speedway (Rain)
Saturday, June 26 – 34 Raceway (Rain)
Sunday, July 4 – Benton County Speedway (Vinton, IA)
Friday, July 9 – Randolph County Raceway (Moberly, MO)
Wednesday, July 21 – East Moline Speedway (East Moline, IL)
Wednesday, July 28 – Dubuque Speedway (Dubuque, IA)
Friday, August 20 – Lee County Speedway (Donnellson, IA)
Saturday, August 21 – 34 Raceway (West Burlington, IA)
Friday, September 3 – Randolph County Raceway (Moberly, MO)
Saturday, September 11 – Lee County Speedway (Donnellson, IA)
Saturday, September 25 – 34 Raceway (West Burlington, IA)
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Article Credit: Bill Wright
