Past Press Releases

RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY TO HOST $5000 TO WIN BATTLE AT THE BORDER 75 ON JULY 2^{ND, 2010}

Ransomville, NY - Thursday, June 10, 2010 - With the 2010 season in full swing the management of Ransomville Speedway has been busy preparing for one of the events that is certain to attract a vast amount of attention and several top Dirt racers - the newly formed Battle at the Border 75 lap 358 Modified event paying $5000 to win which is slated for Friday, July 2nd.

Adding a unique twist and thus coming up the with name - Battle at the Border - the Friesen family is offering a $300 bonus to the top five US drivers if a US driver wins the event or $300 each to the top five Canadians should a Canadian driver take the checkered. Additionally if a US driver wins - all adult US fans in attendance will receive $3.00 off the following weeks grandstand admission, if a Canadian wins - all Canadian adult fans in attendance will receive $3.00 off their next weeks grandstand admission.

"As promoters we are constantly challenged with coming up with new and exciting ideas to entertain the fans while also providing our drivers with an opportunity for a big payday," commented Public Relations and Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "I think Jamie and Joel Friesen did just that with this event."

"That's a good deal," commented 2009 Mighty Taco Modified Champion Todd Burley of Spencerport, NY. "$5000 to win for a small block race plus a possible bonus - that's awesome. Its great for a Friday night race, I think a local will win it but that prize money will also most likely attract some outsiders as well."

"I think the 75 lap $5000 to win race with a $300 bonus deal is great for the very tough 358 Modified division at Ransomville Speedway," commented Modified pilot Scott Kerwin of Newfane, NY. "And the race fans need to mark this race on there calendars!"

"While I call Ransomville Speedway home every Friday anyway – this event is a MUST ATTEND FOR SURE,” commented Area Auto columnist Dave Roberts. “In addition to the stout field of twenty-eight Modifieds weekly at Ransomville – I would expect a number of outsiders to invade in an attempt to take home the big payday.”

In celebration of the 4th of July Holiday - the event will feature fireworks at both the start of the race and the finish. A full program of Original Pizza Logs Sportsman and Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks will fill the racing card. Fans are encouraged to bring out the RV and camp with us at Ransomville Speedway where Camping is always FREE.

Keep Friday, August 6^{th on your calendar as well for
the annual Alex Friesen Summer Nationals which will pay $10,000 to WIN for
the 358 Modifieds.}

WOMAN IN RACING - TANA ROBINSON

She just might be the hardest working woman in all of weekly short track racing.
Not to put anyone else down, but when it comes to dedication of the racing facilities she works for, Tana Robinson can be found entrenched seven days a week in a sport where she might also be one of the world's greatest fans..
Currently working fulltime at Ransomville (NY) Speedway as the track's public relations and marketing person, she's also been a fixture within the DIRTcar Northeast and it's accountant and ticketing department.
Tana will be one of three ladies honored on Sunday, May 30th at the 19th annual DIRT Hall of Fame ceremonies. The induction will begin at 3pm sharp at the DIRT Hall of Fame building.

She's been around racing all of her life. Her first time at any speedway (although she doesn't remember) was as a three year old when her grandparents Erwin and Eileen Carr took her to Ransomville Speedway in the late 1960's. Erwin and Eileen had short track experience as race promoters when they ran the now closed Fort Covington Speedway in the late 1950's. The track located some 16 miles from Malone, is near the Canadian border in upstate New York. In the early 1960's, the Carr's moved back to Western New York. Converted to race fans, Tana was again a regular at Ransomville Speedway. Her first driver in who she cheered for was family friend Jim Borget, who drove in the 1960's and 70's in the track's Late Model division

In the late 70's and early 80's, her favorite driver was Gary Iulg from Sanborn, NY. Well known for his DIRT Modified efforts, Iulg also went on the road in the 1970's with USAC. To this day, he's still one of Ransomville Speedway's favorite sons.

In addition to Ransomville Speedway, she also attended Lancaster Raceway, where her dad, Jack, spent time as a Modified racer in the early 1980's.

In 1989, she got her first job in racing when she represented Ransomville Speedway for DIRT Trackin Magazine. Tana worked with current DIRT statistician and handicapper Gary Spaid, who was the editor of DIRT Trackin Magazine. She continued with that until 1997, the year following the death of super promoter Alex Friesen. At that time, Alex was in control of Lancaster, Fulton, Utica Rome and Mahoning Valley, PA. The Friesen family needed a person to write up the race results on a weekly basis and they asked Tana to step in. Today, it's still a part of her job requirements. While the Friesen family owned Lancaster, she also did some time here working in the office and scoring on race night.

In 2000, Jamie Friesen, co-promoter of the Ransomville Speedway asked Tana to come on board full-time in the marketing department, selling sponsorship for the Niagara County based oval as well as working in the office. It seemed to be a part of her nature. Selling sponsorship came slow in that first year but it's progressed much higher as every year passed. Today, Ransomville is well represented by the local area businesses to support Ransomville Speedway. In addition to her Friday night stock car duties, Tana is also working with the Thursday night go-kart program.

Her children are also on the speedway grounds on race night. Dan is the race starter. Mike is the lead scorer and Jeff is the handicapper. It's a real family gathering for the Robinson's when it comes to Friday night's at Ransomville Speedway. Tana would like to thank her family for their support when she endeavored into the sport of short track auto racing.

In 2008, Tana started working in the pit booth at Canandaigua Speedway, Rolling Wheels Raceway and Cayuga County Fair Speedway as well as the New York State Fairgrounds during Super DIRT Week. In 2009, she obtained additional duties when she took over as DIRTcar Northeast accountant.

One of her biggest memories was a 4-20 lap DIRT Modified feature format during the early 1990's when Danny Johnson won three of the races and came back to finish third in the fourth event after rolling the car.
While her duties in weekly short track racing take up much of her time, Tana is still a first class race fan and enjoys the racing competition

Her dedication to the sport places her in a spot most deserved as the DIRT Hall of Fame honors her for the efforts she's given to both Ransomville Speedway and DIRTcar Northeast.

HAUN WELDING SUPPLY TO AWARD NEW WELDER TO A LUCKY RACER AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY

Ransomville, NY - Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 - Ransomville Speedway is proud to welcome Haun Welding Supply to the big R for the 2010 season. Haun becomes the most recent addition to the always increasing family of sponsors/advertisors. Reaching out to a very brand loyal group of consumers, Ransomville Speedway continues to offer affordable options for businesses both large and small.

Haun Welding Supply is a family owned business and has over sixteen locations through-out New York State. Headquartered in Syracuse, NY, Haun's most recent store is located on Aero Drive in Cheektowaga.

In addition to advertising via signage and the Ransomville Laps program - Haun Welding Supply will also give away a welder at the season ending banquet to a lucky driver in attendance. Drivers will be required to apply a Haun Welding Supply sticker to their racers for the 2010 season in order to be eligible.

Many thanks are extended to Haun Welding Supply and Bob Florek for choosing Ransomville Speedway as one of their advertising avenues. For information on billboard signage, program ads, or a company night - email raceransomville@aol.com or call 716-791-3602.

RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY DRIVER ROSTERS REACH 122 ENTRIES

Ransomville, NY - Sunday, March 28th, 2010 - The 2010 season is just a few short weeks away and no one is looking forward to it more than the promoters of Ransomville Speedway. "I have never been more excited to see a season start," commented PR and Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "122 entries - In my twenty plus years with the speedway, I have never seen numbers like this. Western New York is loaded with dedicated drivers and fans - we are truly blessed."

While the full fendered Streetstock division has lead the way in regards to car counts over the past several seasons - the Mighty Taco Modifieds are boasting their best numbers since the early 90's. A total of 29 drviers are registered to date including defending champion Todd Burley of Spencerport, NY, Mr. Smallblock Pete Bicknell, Wheatfield, NY's Chad Brachmann, local favorites Jeff McGinnis and Scott Kerwin and fan favorite Danny Johnson.

The Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks lead the way with 36 entries - a number that is amazing to say the least. The twin features format will continue for the upcoming season allowing all competitors the opportunity to race in a main event weekly. Derrick Borkenhagen will defend his 2009 title against a number of very competitive racers. A total of 21 different faces visited victory lane a year ago in this division alone. The Original Pizza Logs Sportsman, Bobcat of Buffalo Fire Hall Enduro Series, and the Gippsters Collision 4 Bangers combine for an additional 57 entries.

"The only thing that can beat you guys is mother nature," commented Area Auto Racing Columnist and long time Ransomville Speedway friend Dave Roberts. "Between the great schedule you guys have put together and the support you have on both the grandstands and pits, rain would be the only thing that could hamper this season."

For a full schedule - log onto www.ransomvillespeedway.com.

SEVERAL SPONSORS OFFER BONUS AWARDS AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY

Ransomville, NY - Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 - Happy St. Patrick's Day from everyone at Ransomville Speedway. The countdown is on - the racing season at the big R is just five weeks away. Slated for Friday, April 23rd - Ransomville Speedway will open their gates for the annual test, tune, and time with a full race card scheduled for Friday, April 30th.
The divisional sponsorship program has been in place at Ransomville Speedway for the past six seasons and will continue in 2010 with the aid of Mighty Taco, the Original Pizza Logs, Ki-Po Chevrolet, Bobcat of Buffalo, and Gippsters Collision. Mighty Taco will award the 358 Modified champion with a $500 bonus with an additional $100 going to positions 2nd through 11th. The Original Pizza Logs will award the Sportsman champion with a $500 bonus with an additional $150 going to positions 2nd through 11th. For the Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks, the champion will receive a $300 bonus with $100 each going to positions 2nd through 6th. Bobcat of Buffalo will write a $1000 check to the winning Fire Hall champion - payable to the Fire Hall he is representing. Gippsters Collision came on board in 2010 as the official sponsor of the 4 Banger class and award $250 to the division champion, $150 to the 2nd place finisher and $100 to the third place finisher. These cash bonuses are in addition to the 50/50 point fund distributed by the race track.
Investors Services and Ransomville Speedway have teamed up for a new program - the Weekly Hard Luck Award. While this is certainly not an award any driver wants to receive - the $50.00 bonus may help ease the pain just a bit after a tough night on the track. Track officials within the officials tower will chose the unlucky recipient with the cash being distributed pitside immediately following the final checkered.
In 2009 Johnston's Restaurant awarded each race team with a certificate for a FREE large pizza - redeemable immediately following the race program. To say the response was good would be an understatement as standing room only was found several times through-out the season at the racing hot spot located on Academy Street in Ransomville. Johnston's Restaurant will continue this program in 2010 much to the delight of the race teams.
FindItQuick.com has donated $1500 to the 50/50 point fund to kick start the season for the past several years and will continue to do so in 2010. The 2009 50/50 point fund awarded over $20,000 in 2009 thanks to the participation of FindItQuick.com and our 50/50 sellers Cheryl Burley and Ashley Schall.
DiMino's Lewiston Tops Markets launched a new program in 2009 in which they awarded a lucky fan a $25.00 gift card on a weekly basis. This program will continue through the 2010 season. Fans are encouraged to fill out the entry form in the Ransomville Laps program and turn it into the novelty booth prior to the conclusion of the Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstock twin features. Miss Ransomville - Jessica Whitley - will award the $25.00 gift card to the lucky recipient once the second Streetstock feature is completed.
Many thanks are extended to these find businesses whom have chosen Ransomville Speedway as one of their marketing avenues reaching out to a very brand loyal group of consumers - race fans. For information on advertising via company nights, billboard signage, or program ads - call the speedway office at 716-791-3602.

A LANDSLIDE OF ENTHUSIASM AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY RULES AND MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Ransomville, NY - Sunday, Feb. 28th - The 2010 season looks very bright as the enthusiasm was high at the annual rules and membership meeting. The meeting which was held at the Lewiston #2 Fire Hall this past Sunday resulted in pre-season rosters totaling one hundred and ten drivers. To say record setting would be an understatement! Early indications are 2010 is going to be a big year at the big R!

A total of twenty-eight registered for the Mighty Taco Modifieds including defending champion Todd Burley of Spencerport, NY and DIRTcar Star Danny Johnson of Rochester, NY. In addition a total of five rookies grace the head-lining class includng Mike Nash, Scott Just, Steve Schumacher, John Smith, and Anthony Rizzardo. Nash makes the switch from the asphalt surface while the remaining four make the move from the Sportsman division.

The Original Pizza Logs Sportsman class remains strong with defending champion Ryan Susice leading the way. In addition - local favorites Jipp Ortiz and Don Spatorico are set to give Susice a run for the 2010 title while Greg Martin and Mark Potter return to action at the big R. A total of twenty-one drivers registered at the pre-season meeting with a few more expected before the racing gets underway at the end of April.

The Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks continue to lead the way as some thirty-two competitors fill the 2010 roster. Defending champion Derrick Borkenhagen will be back in action aboard his #25 entry. The Sherwood family has a long standing history at Ransomville Speedway and will continue the tradition in 2010 with three entries in the full fendered divison - Brandon, Kirk, and rookie Kaleigh. Mark Loveland is also making his return to the big R.

The 4 Cylinder divisions - the Bobcat of Buffalo Firehall Enduro Series and the Gippsters Collision 4 Bangers claim a total of twenty-eight entries to date. Additionally - many of the Firehall competitors from a year ago were unable to make the meeting however made their intentions known to return for the 2010 season. This will result in the number of 4 Cylinder entries to grow substantially prior to the first green flag of the season.

In addition - an informal meeting was held between Promoters Pete Cosco of the New Humberstone Speedway, Randy Williamson of Merrittville Speedway, and Joel & Jamie Friesen of Ransomville Speedway. "Solidarity is key," commented Joel Friesen. "Our goal is to keep the rules in line with each other, we all win when drivers can compete between the three tracks under the same set of rules."

"We are all on the same page," reflected Cosco. "The three tracks will continue to work together in the best interest of the drivers."

Next up is the annual Car Show held at the Fashion Outlets Mall, USA March 25th thru 28th.

MIKE MARTIN WILL TAKE NEW ROLE FOR 2010 SEASON

Mike Martin has enjoyed some success in the past couple of season away from Ransomville Speedway driving in the DIRTcar Pro Stock class.

     The Pro Stock division have been out of the Niagara County based oval for the past four years. While local drivers have had to find elsewhere to drive the class, most have kept close ties to Ransomville Speedway.
     Mike Martin has been one. While he hasn't run here, he's been a weekly visitor. In 2010, he'll have a different role and it won't be from behind the wheel.
     Martin will have two Sportsman entries at Ransomville Speedway on a weekly basis. One will be Mike's son Brett, who drive a Sportsman last season. The other is seasoned veteran Mark Potter, winner of several Sportsman features during his illustrious career.
     Martin's retirement from driving is a tough pill to swallow.
     "It's killing me," smiled Martin at the recent Ransomville Speedway registration meeting last Sunday afternoon. "It'll be something different but I'm ready for the challenge."
     Martin didn't say that he would be out of the race car for good. He did admit that he might get back behind the wheel sometime but didn't say when. Mike recently sold all of his Pro Stock equipment to a driver from Quebec so his retirement from the division is obvious.
     The two race team is solid. Brett Martin is a young driver with a couple of years experience in a Pro Stock and a Sportsman. Mark Potter is experienced and will be a big help to the team, not to mention having a chance to win every night he goes out on the race track.
     "Mark is really good with setups," says Mike. "Mark has also got the experience on the race track.
     It's been five years since Potter has driven full time. He'll drive a 2005 Bicknell built Sportsman with his own Crate Powered motor. Brett will drive a 2007 Bicknell car that was purchased over the off season from Robby Krull.
     Potter drove a few races last year in Steve Schumacher's backup car.
     Mike Martin was also a part of the Mark Potter Sportsman team before he began driving himself. Eight years to be exact.
    In addition to Ransomville on a full time basis, the team will drive nearby tour races as well.
    The Mike Martin Race Team will be a new addition to Ransomville Speedway's already very competitive Sportsman division.
    It should be an interesting year.

THE 2010 KART SCHEDULE IS NOW POSTED!

Ransomville, NY - The 2010 Kart season is shaping up to be an exciting one as the schedule has been finalized. Featured on the schedule is a $500 to win Stock Medium 50 lapper slated for Thursday, July 22nd. "The Stock Medium kart counts were great in 2009, and we wanted to showcase the division with a big money race" commented Ransomville Co-Promotor Joel Friesen. Also on the schedule in 2010 is 2 early season practices designed to help all drivers get their karts dialed in. In addition to this, final details are being put in place to once again to make Burris Tire the official tire of Ransomville Speedway.

For those interested in becoming part of the Ransomville Speedway Kart Program, there will be 12 beautiful machines on display at the Fashion Outlets Mall in Niagara Falls from March 25th thru March 28th. See ya there!

CLICK HERE FOR 2010 KART SCHEDULE

SCOTT KERWIN READIES FOR A FULL 2010 RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY ASSAULT WITH BLUE CROSS BLUESHIELD OF WESTERN NEW YORK

Considered one of the more successful drivers in the history of Ransomville Speedway, Newfane, NY driver Scott Kerwin will go after the one thing that has eluded him for the past several seasons.
Racing for better than 20 years, Kerwin has never really had a bad season. He came into the 1988 season and won the Bomber championship. Moving up to the Sportsman class, he dominated the program in 1990-91-92 and 2004. He was also a Pro Stock champion in 2002. He’s been a consistent top five finisher in the 358 Modified class but has yet to win a championship at that level.
One of the nicer guys on the race track, Scott has brought on new support for the 2010 season. BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York will be the major sponsor on the Briggs/Cocco/Lehr entry when the Ransomville Speedway 2010 season opens on Friday, April 30th.
Kerwin comes off a tough 2009 season in which he was involved in several accidents on the race track, not to mention the death of his dad, Bob, who was certainly one of his biggest supporters.
Despite this, he was still fifth in 358 Modified points.
Scott and the ownership team of Ed Briggs, Pete Cocco and Sam Lehr have taken possession of a 2010 Troyer Chassis and Body. The team has also returned to Joe Denny and Gorden Automotive Engines.
Scott started racing in 1987 and won the Bomber Championship in his first season. He got his start from former Bomber driver Bob Snyder and Jimmy Skutt.
Scott did have a lull in his career in the late 1990’s but came back in the early 2000’s to win the track’s Pro Stock title.
Other sponsors on the Kerwin entry include National Maintenance Contracting Corporation, Tim Hortons, Flexcare and Lewis and Lewis, Attys.
While the full 2010 Ransomville Speedway schedule is on his mind, he might do a little racing away from his home track.
Ransomville Speedway is expected to have it’s toughest 358 Modified field in quite some time when the 2010 season begins. Scott Kerwin is expected to be in the thick of the Ransomville Speedway 358 Modified Championship chase once September comes around.

ATWAL EYE CARE AND REGIONAL HAULAGE JOIN FAMILY OF SPONSORS AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY

Ransomville, NY - Friday, February 19th - As the regular racing season quickly approaches - the management team at Ransomville Speedway has been putting the finishing touches on what has been described as a very exciting schedule.

In additional to planning the weekly racing events, efforts have been underway to secure presenting sponsors for each of the twenty-two events slated for 2010.

Most recently - two new sponsors have joined the fold including Atwal Eye Care and Regional Haulage. "We are thrilled to have these two fine companies on board at Ransomville, " commented Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "Atwal Eye Care in new to the racing scene while Regional Haulage has a long history in the sport."

Additionally - Collision Claim Service, DiMino's Lewiston Tops Markets, National Maintenance Contracting Corporation and Sahlens Packing Company have resigned agreements for the 2010 season. In addition to sponsoring a company night, DiMino's Lewiston Tops Markets will also award a $25.00 gift card to a lucky recipient weekly through the Ransomville Laps program.

Many thanks are extended to each of these fine businesses. For information on sponsoring a company night or advertising in the program or via signage - please call the speedway office at 716-791-3602 or email at raceransomville@aol.com.

Brachmann Racing Builds a “Mighty” Sponsorship Portfolio

Mighty Taco, Power Trip Energy Drink, FindItQuick.com and Grelak Mechanical Sign On

(Written by Christopher Papa, Public Relations)

(Wheatfield, NY) Before the 2009 racing season began and shortly after being crowned as the 2008 Merrittville Speedway 358 Modified Track Champion, Chad Brachmann and Brachmann Racing, LLC made a major move in the sponsorship of the team by adding Mighty Taco as an associate sponsor. Due to the successful relationship throughout last season, both parties came to an agreement to make Mighty Taco the primary sponsor for all racing campaigns for the 2010 season on the #3b Small Block and Big Block DIRTcar Modified cars.

Chad and the Mighty Taco 358-Modified will make their home at Ransomville Speedway (Ransomville, NY) on Friday nights, Merrittville Speedway (Thorold, ON) on Saturday nights, and will follow the DIRTcar 358-Modified Series.

In 2009, the team wrapped up the 2009 seasons at Ransomville in 3rd place (26 points from 1st), Merrittville in 3rd place, and finished up in 7th overall in the highly competitive DIRTcar 358-Modified Series, which encompasses tracks in New York, Pennsylvania, and in Canada.

Also joining the team as a new sponsor is Power Trip Energy Drink. Power Trip is an energy drink that not only works, it also tastes great, has a variety of great flavors, but it also contains essential vitamins. Power Trip, just like Brachmann Racing, is a win-win combination. This will be Power Trip Energy Drink’s first sponsorship deal on a Dirt Modified car. Other formidable relationships they have forged is a partnership with the Buffalo Bills, Rochester Raging Rhinos, and the Green Bay Gamblers

Brachmann Racing has also added another associate sponsor in FindItQuick.com. FindItQuick.com offers a unique combination of serving as a central search engine option, but also provides professional services such as advertising solutions, publisher solutions, computer sales, web design and web hosting.

Also coming on board for 2010 is Grelak Mechanical. Grelak Mechanical specializes in wholesale refrigeration products, and is one of the most respected names in the industry. Grelak Mechanical employs just shy of twenty people, and is located in Niagara Falls, NY, but serves the entire Niagara region.

By the numbers, Brachmann Racing has won 9 track championships and has won more than 100 feature events, which includes at least one in all of DIRT Motorsport’s open wheel divisions. Chad was crowned a series champion for the DIRT Sportsman Trail in 2001. Chad has also been the runner-up in four of the last eight events at the New York State Fairgrounds during Super DIRT Week.

Off of the track, the team will be making its ninth appearance at the annual Fashion Outlets Mall Racecar Show this year, and has made three appearances at the CarQuest Motorsports Expo at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse.

For more information on Brachmann Racing, please visit our website (www.brachmannracing.com). We are proud to boast that our website has reached nearly 30,000 visitors, and our loyal fans and sponsors can expect a new website to be rolled out very soon in celebration of our new sponsors.

Brachmann Racing is sponsored by Mighty Taco (www.mightytaco.com), Power Trip Energy Drink (www.powertripbev.com), Grelak Mechanical, FindItQuick.com (www.finditquick.com), Catalano’s Welding and Consulting (www.catalanoswelding.com), Fred’s Pizza.

Other contributions have been made by “The Dirty Dozen”, The Country Roadhouse, RPM Collectables (www.rpmcollectables.net), and Digitalized Media (www.digitalizedmedia.com)

RYAN SUSICE BACK TO DEFEND RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY 2009 SPORTSMAN TITLE

Hometown driver Ryan Susice isn't legally old enough to go out to the local tavern and enjoy a cold alcoholic beverage, but the defending 2009 Sportsman titlist at Ransomville Speedway has already won a pair of championships at the Niagara County oval and will be looking for a third when the season begins on Friday, April 30.

"Winning a championship in the Sportsman class was a dream come true," said Susice in a telephone interview. "To win the title against such a tough field of competitors makes it even better."

Susice stepped into the stock car scene in 2007 after a successful run in Ransomville Speedway's Thursday night go-kart program. He didn't have to wait long to get his first championship as he did the trick in the Ransomville Speedway Street Stock class as a rookie. Susice won the title on the final night of the season. Susice was also the 2009 DIRTcar Sportsman champion at Saturday night based Canandaigua Speedway. Ryan was also second in Mr DIRTcar Sportsman Championship points

Looking toward the 2010 season, Ryan will do things a little bit different. His schedule will change some but Ryan will continue to be busy.

"The plan is to run Ransomville and Merrittville on a weekly basis and start off the season at Humberstone. We'll also start off the season on the Mr DIRTCar tour. We're currently looking for sponsors to help us start off the tour."

Ryan is trying to keep the pressure of running for points to a minimum.

"I'm trying not to run for points this year. I know that if we can keep our car in a top five position, the points will come.” Susice put a lot of pressure on himself to watch the points. He still wants to win but will try a different approach.

Ryan has already had a lot more success than many will have in an entire career. He's a talented racer who still has a lot of success left him. Beginning in late April, he'll look to step into another zone as he attempts an opportunity for another Ransomville Speedway title.

GIPPSTERS COLLISION SIGNS ON AT 4 BANGER DIVISION SPONSOR AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY

Ransomville, NY - Friday, February 5th, 2010 - Gippsters Collision of Youngstown, NY has become the newest member of the division sponsor family at Ransomville Speedway. Gippsters Collision is set to sponsor the 4 Banger class which was added in 2009 with tremendous success. Gippsters will award $200 to the division Champion, $100 to the 2nd place finisher and $50 for positions 3rd through 6th.

"This is a program that has worked very well since in inception some five 6 years ago," commented Public Relations and Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "Its designed to supply the sponsor with a vast amount of exposure while also providing monetary awards to the drivers for their successes during the season. Every dollar taken in from the Division Sponsors goes directly to the racer themselves making Ransomville Speedway's point fund one of the richest locally."

Gippsters Collision joins such sponsors as Mighty Taco, the Original Pizza Logs, Ki-Po Chevrolet, and Bobcat of Buffalo whom also sponsor a division as one of their advertising avenues.

In 2009 - some $25,000 was awarded amongst the three weekly classes while The FireHall Enduro Champion received $1000 from Bobcat of Buffalo plus the second place finishing Fire Hall received $300. Flexcare also awarded the 4 Banger class with $400.

Anyone interested in getting involved with division sponsorship, company nights, billboard signage, or program ads should call Tana at 628-1995,

JUSTIN WRIGHT-ONE OF RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY'S BRIGHTEST STARS

At the tender age of 23 years, Justin Wright is one of the many young stars in the Ransomville Speedway pit area.
     The 2009 campaign was Justin's first full season at the Friday night oval. It proved to be a good one as the Pittford, NY racing star scored a pair of victories and a third place showing in track points.
     "I learned a lot from racing here," said Wright as he looks toward the 2010 Ransomville Speedway opener on April 30th."They have a great number of guys racing there. If you're going to drive by somebody on the outside, you can be confident that someone's not going to come out and run into you."
     He also puts down rumors that he'll be moving up to the 358 Modifieds in 2010.
     "That's news to me. I'd like to know how that got started."
     Justin feels that he needs another year in the Sportsman division. He really came into his own during the 2009 season. He picked up a third place points finish at Cayuga County Fair Speedway and a fourth in points for the 2009 Mr. DIRTcar Sportsman Championship Series.
     Along with his Ransomville Speedway effort in 2010, he'll continue to run at Weedsport as well. The only question he ponders is where he'll run on Saturday. He mentioned Canandaigua, but that is yet to be determined.
     Justin keeps himself busy. He ran 66 events in 2009, 71 in 2008. He drives the family owned car on Fridays and Sundays. On the Mr. DIRTcar Sportsman Championship Series, he runs the Rob and Jim Sweeting entry.
     Justin's dad Alan drove in the mid 1980's at Black Rock Speedway and Woodhull Raceway. At the time, the family was based out of Northern Pennsylvania. Today, Alan, along with Justin's grandparents Ruth and Charlie are Justin's biggest supporters.
     Justin collected five wins during the 2009 season.
     Knowing Justin's talent and desire, he's only going to get better and when the 2010 season opens up, two wins at Ransomville will not be enough this time. He's certainly a threat for the 2010 Ransomville Speedway Sportsman title.
     With the talent this division offers, it's anyone's game.

RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY ANNOUNCES AMERICAN RACER TIRE AS OPTION IN STREET STOCKS FOR 2010!

Ransomville Speedway and American Racer tire co. have announced their agreement to allow the American Racer "stocker" race tire to compete in the Ransomville Speedway Street Stock division for the 2010 racing season.

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FIRTH'S JEWELERS INCREASES BONUS AWARDS AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY

Ransomville, NY - Monday, January 25th, 2010 - Firth Jewelers of Niagara Falls, NY has recently announced they will award all track champions with a engraved watch plus a racers bracelet to their significant others. In the past - these specialty awards were reserved for the Mighty Taco Modifieds, Original Pizza Logs Sportsman, and Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks. At the season ending 2010 banquet - the Bobcat of Buffalo Firehall Enduro Champion and the 4 Banger Champion will also be honored by Firth's Jewelers with a watch and bracelet.

"Firth's Jewelers have been a part of Ransomville Speedway for going on ten years," commented Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "The watches and bracelets provide a lifelong momento for our champions and their significant others. We can't thank them enough for choosing Ransomville Speedway as one of their marketing avenues".

Looking to purchase a memorable gift for your significant other - make it Firth's Jewelers. Located on Military Rd in Niagara Falls, NY.

MISS RANSOMVILLE 2010 APPLICATIONS BEING TAKEN THROUGH MARCH 15TH

Ransomville, NY - Now through March 15th, 2010 - applications for the Miss Ransomville 2010 position will be taken. Interested parties should be available on Fridays beginning April 23th through September 17th and at various appearances through-out the season. Anyone interested in being Miss Ransomville 2010 should contact the speedway office at 716-791-3602 or email at raceransomville@aol.com.

RANSOMVILLE TO HOST ANNUAL CAR SHOW AT FASHION OUTLETS MALL

Ransomville, NY - Tuesday, January 19th, 2010 - The annual Car show at the Fashion Outlets Mall will be held March 25th thru March 28th. "This event is a great opportunity for the speedway to reach out to potential new fans while also providing the drivers an avenue to showcase their new creations and sponsors," commented PR Director Tana Robinson.

The Fashion Outlets Mall is located on Military Road in Niagara Falls, NY - just minutes from Falls attractions. The Mall attracts many local and international shoppers - providing great exposure. In addition to the cars on display - full color schedules will be available.

Move in will take place on Wednesday, March 24th at 9 pm when the Mall officially closes. Move out will take place on Sunday, March 28th at 6 pm. Interested Drivers should contact the speedway office at 791-3602 or by email at raceransomville@aol.com.

KI-PO CHEVROLET RETURNS AS RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY STREET STOCK SPONSOR; JOHNSTON'S RESTAURANT AND OTHERS RE-SIGN AS WELL

Ransomville, NY - Monday, January 18th, 2010 - When the full fendered Streetstocks take to the track in just over three months, they will once again have the backing of local business Ki-Po Chevrolet. Ki-Po Chevrolet has been the official sponsor of the division for the past three years and will once again award the champion with a $300 bonus at the season ending banquet plus an additional $500 to positions 2nd thru 10th in the point standings.

"Keith and everyone over at Ki-Po Chevrolet are terrific to deal with, " commented Public Relations and Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "Not only do they support the Speedway and some of our local racers, but they are also easy to deal with when looking to purchase a car," continued Robinson who has purchased her last three vehicles from the Ransomville based business.

Ki-Po Chevrolet adds to their season long exposure via signage along turns 1 and 2 of the speedway and will include grandstand signage for 2010.

Johnston's Restaurant will host two company night events for the upcoming season dated for May 14th and June 11th. Johnston's will entertain customers, family, employees, and friends via the Bud towers at the big R. Additionally Johnston's Restaurant will continue the Free large pizza offer made to each race team in attendance on race night. This is a promotion that received tremendous support in 2009 thus ensuring a return in 2010. Johnston's Restaurant is located just minutes from the speedway and is always the Last Lap after the final checkered flies.

Crosby Marts is located at the intersection of Ransomville Rd and Rte. 93 in the small hamlet of Ransomville. Crosby's came on board as one of Ransomville Speedways partners in racing in 2009 and has elected to continue that partnership through 2010. Low on fuel or need snacks and beverages before heading to the track - stop at Crosby's and tell them Ransomville Speedway sent you.

Grelak Mechanical will host the highly coveted $1000 to WIN Sportsman Nationals tentatively dated for Friday, July 30th. This event showcases the open wheeled support division with a fifty lap main event. Last years winner Jesse Cotriss also enjoyed a $500 bonus courtesy of Randy Jasulevich of Grelak Mechanical and will be looking to repeat in 2010.

Bobcat of Buffalo will continue as the Firehall Enduro division sponsor thus awarding a $1000 check to the winning firehall at the season ending banquet. Bobcat of Buffalo is one of the longest partners in motorsports and Ransomville Speedway and will continue that into the future. Bobcat of Buffalo will host a company night plus utilize signage and program ads in their quest to reach out to a very brand loyal group of consumers - racing fans.

The Jetport Lounge and Niagara's Lazy Lakes Camping Resort has committed their sponsorship to the June 25th event at the big R. Jetport Lounge is the main sponsor for 358 Modified pilot Ricky Richner and is conveniently located in Niagara Falls, NY. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner - be sure to stop by the Jetport Lounge. Niagara's Lazy Lakes Camping Resort is just minutes from the speedway grounds and offers a unique camping experience. Call Niagara's Lazy Lake Camping Resort the next time you plan on camping in the Niagara Frontier.

Wendt's Propane and Oil is located in nearby Sanborn, NY and is the official propane and off road diesel supplier of the big R. Visit Paul Wendt at Wendt's Propane for all your heating needs.

Many thanks are extended to each of these fine sponsors for their support and dedication to Ransomville Speedway and the local racing scene.

For information on company nights, billboards, and program ads - call the speedway office at 716-791-3602 or email at raceransomville@aol.com

COSCO RACING AND JEFF MCGINNIS TEAM UP FOR 2010 RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY 358 MODIFIED ASSAULT

Ransomville Speedway 2006 Sportsman champion Jeff McGinnis will combine his efforts with car owners Linda and Pete Cosco for the 2010 season at Ransomville Speedway as the second generation driver McGinnis will be looking for his first career 358 Modified Championship at the storied half mile Niagara County oval.

For Cosco Racing, they will be looking for their second title as Cosco and Jeff’s dad Don was a titlist at Ransomville Speedway in 1994.

Moving into the 358 Modified class following a championship in 2006, McGinnis won the Lucas Oil 358 Modified title in 2007 as a rookie. Jeff was also the Ransomville Speedway Driver of the Year in 2004.

It’s not the first time that Cosco and McGinnis had teamed up. Last season, Cosco had Jeff behind the wheel of his DIRTcar 358 Modified at Humberstone International Speedway, where he finished fifth in points.

Jeff was fourth in points at Ransomville in 2009. He was tied for third in points in 2008.

Last season, Jeff was a winner for the first time in the 358 Modifieds as the top three came down the front straight side by side before McGinnis was the first to cross the finish line.

Sponsoring the McGinnis/Cosco effort is Pete Cosco Haulage Ltd; Brian Tire Repair, Superior Petro Fuels, Rons Automotive Repairs, Boltwork, Metro Group of Companies, Lukes Racing Engines, Smith Speed & Pro Shop, Barry Toth Trucking and Wendt’s Propane and Oil.

Jeff’s biggest fans is his wife Patty and children Michelle 19 and Cody 11.

Jeff and a very competitive field of 358 Modifieds will open the 2010 season at Ransomville Speedway on Friday, April 30th.

ATTENTION ALL KIDS AGE 3-11. KIDS CLUB IS BACK!!!

April Stefanski and her sister Angelia Lupke are volunteering their time at Ransomville Speedway every Friday night from 6-7 pm. Come visit them for a season of fun activities. Some of the festivities include: Pit Rides, Halloween Night, Hawaiian night and many more fun events. There will be NO CHARGE to join as the Kids Club is being sponsored by Pete and Jim at PJ NFB Trailer Sales! Come see us opening night for more details!!!

RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY TO HOST $5000 TO WIN BATTLE AT THE BORDER 75

Ransomville, NY - Thursday, January 13th, 2010 - With the 2010 season just three short months away, the management team at Ransomville Speedway has been busy finalizing the racing schedule. One of the events that is certain to attract a vast amount of attention and several top Dirt racers is the newly formed Battle at the Border 75 lap 358 Modified event paying $5000 to win which is slated for Friday, July 2nd.

"We are circling that date for sure," commented Mike Payne - owner of the Danny Johnson #27j. "$5000 to win for only 75 laps is a great payoff and should be a great show for the fans. We can't wait to defend the home turf! Thanks Ransomville for putting together a race of this magnitude."

Details on the 26th Alex Friesen Summer Nationals for 358 Modifieds will be released after February 1st.

TODD BURLEY TO DEFEND RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY 358 MODIFIED TITLE IN 2010 WITH BACKING FROM ORIGINAL PIZZA LOGS

Todd Burley, a three time Ransomville Speedway 358 Modified titlist, has picked up primary financial backing from Original Pizza Logs as he looks to make it two in a row on the half mile Niagara County based Ransomville Speedway oval in 2010.

Original Pizza Logs, a major backer of several race teams in the region, will sponsor Todd for the 2010 season at Ransomville as well as Utica Rome Speedway and select special events on the DIRTcar Northeast circuit.

Bob Cordova, owner of Original Pizza Logs, which is based in Niagara Falls, NY, came on board with Burley late in 2009 and provided some much needed support during his championship run and other late season events. Todd is looking forward to racing the entire 2010 season with support from Original Pizza Logs.

Burley joins an already talented list of drivers supported by Pizza Logs that includes Eric Rudolph, Jipp Ortiz, Tyler Walker and many others. “Original Pizza Logs has been such a major sponsor for so many drivers and race tracks in the region,” says Burley. “I want to help Bob and Original Pizza Logs win their first 358 Modified title at Ransomville and I could think of nothing better by doing it in 2010.”

Burley has won 39 times on Ransomville Speedway soil. In 2009, he won on six occasions, matching his total from the 2008 season. At his other weekly stop, Todd has 28 feature events wins at Utica Rome Speedway, located 45 miles east of Syracuse, NY. In addition to a 2001 Modified championship, Todd currently sits fifth on the all-time modified win list at Utica Rome

Todd and Val live in Spencerport, New York and have two children, Allison 4 and Spencer 2.

A-VERDI STORAGE CONTAINER COME ON BOARD AT RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY; INVESTORS SERVICES AND MIGHTY TACO ALSO RENEW

Ransomville, NY - Thursday, January 7th, 2010 - One of the high-lights on the seasonal schedule at Ransomville Speedway is the Patriot Sprint night of Friday, June 18th. A-verdi Storage Container shares these same thoughts as they recently signed on as the official sponsor of the event.

"We have a tremendous amount of sponsor support at Ransomville," commented Public Relations and Marketing Director Tana Robinson. "The speedway is thrilled to add a company such as A-verdi Storage Container as they too have a long standing reputation within the racing community."

A-verdi employees and their families will join guests via the Bud Tower suites on Friday, June 18th for a night high-flying, wheel popping speed by the winged wonders. A full card of Original Pizza Logs Sportsman and Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks will fill the nights action.

Mighty Taco has a total sixteen locations through-out Western New York and the Southerntier. They have also had a very long history with Ransomville Speedway and the local racing scene. Ransomville is excited to announce that Mighty Taco has returned as the official sponsor of the 358 Modified division in addition to hosting a company night and renewing signage opportunities at the 1/2 mile clay oval. Feel like mexican - make it Mighty Taco and tell them Ransomville Speedway sent you.

Investors Services came on board in a big way in 2009 and has increased that involvement in 2010 to include a Hard Luck $50 weekly award. Each Friday - the announcing team of Rick Mooney and Dave Buchanon will have the task of determing whom suffered the worst luck on the night. The chosen driver will receive $50 cash compliments of Mike Greenawalt of Investors Services.

In addition - Investors Services will host the twin 50's on May 22nd featuring a $1000 to win 50 lap Original Pizza Logs Sportsman main and a $500 to win 50 lap Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstock event. Investors Services is also the main sponsor of the King of the Hill Streetstock 100 slated to take place in mid September.

Many thanks are extended to all three of these fine sponsors for the dedication and support of both Ransomville Speedway and the local racing scene. For information on booking company nights, signage, and/or program ads - call the speedway office at 716-791-3602.

RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY GO KART RACING STAR JACOB STEFANSKI READY FOR FULL TIME 2010 STREET STOCK SCHEDULE.

Multi-time Ransomville Speedway go-kart titlist Jacob Stefanski is looking the bigger picture.
After several successful seasons in Ransomville Speedway’s Thursday night program, Jacob will change his weekly schedule to Friday night’s competing in the track’s tough Street Stock class for the 2010 season.

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DANNY JOHNSON TO RETURN TO RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY FOR 2010 SEASON !

One of Ransomville Speedway's all time favorite drivers will be making a return to the Friday night facility for the 2010 season.
A seven time Ransomville track champion, Johnson hasn't run regularly at the Niagara County half mile oval since 2003, which ironically was the last time he won the modified title here. Danny will have local sponsorship from Waste Management of Porter, NY.
"Adding a driver like Danny Johnson to a quality field such as ours promises to make our weekly racing even better" says Ransomville Speedway marketing and public relations director Tana Robinson. "Danny has a loyal following with our fans and we are glad that he has chosen to make Ransomville Speedway his Friday night home for the 2010 season."
Johnson adds to a already stout field of 358 Modified competitors that includes 2009 champion Todd Burley of Spencerport, NY, twelve time track champion Pete Bicknell of St. Catharines, Ontario and hard charger Chad Brachmann of Wheatfield, NY. Overall, nine different winners graced Ransomville Speedway victory lane in 2009.
Johnson's car owner Mike Payne is also excited about bringing Danny Johnson to Ransomville Speedway in 2010.
"I''m extremely happy that Danny is coming back to Ransomville Speedway because of his past success at that race track. I also know that Danny is well received at Ransomville and he has a lot of race fans behind him."
"The nice thing about Ransomville Speedway is that Danny knows how to use the famous moat to his advantage," adds Payne. "It also makes for great racing."
Mike Mahar, District Manager for Waste Management, is pleased that his company will be the major sponsor for Mike Payne Racing.
"Danny Johnson is a big attraction at Ransomville Speedway and we're glad he's going to be coming back. We're committed to the local racing community and that is one of the reasons why we're behind the Danny Johnson effort.
Waste Management will also be involved in the Ransomville Speedway Big Block Modified 100 lap event on Friday, July 2, 2010.
Mahar has been a fan of Ransomville Speedway since his youth.
"I'm from this area. I've come to Ransomville Speedway all of my life. I'm a Danny Johnson fan. I look forward to seeing him at Ransomville Speedway."
Waste Management has also been a sponsor of NASCAR Sprint Cup stars Matt Kenseth, Sterling Marlin and Bill Lester, who became the first African-American to qualify for a NASCAR Sprint Cup event at Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2006.
Associate sponsors for the Mike Payne effort is Honeoye Auto Parts, located in Honeoye, NY and Mike Mastin Engines of Livonia, NY
Ransomville Speedway will open it's gates for it's 53rd season this April.

RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE TAKING SHAPE; PEPSI, DIG SAFELY NY, BUDWEISER, & LABATTS RE-SIGN FOR 2010
Ransomville, NY - Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009 - With the ink barely dry on the 2009 season, management has been busy working on the 2010 season and renewing sponsorships. The 2010 schedule will host a vast amount of dates for the three weekly divisions - the Mighty Taco Modifieds, Original Pizza Logs Sportsman, and Ki-Po Chevrolet Streetstocks while the Bobcat of Buffalo Firehall Enduros and the Flexcare 4 Bangers will each enjoy 8 - 10 appearances. The Sprints and Big Block Modifieds will high-light the schedule while additional touring divisions will be added in the coming weeks.
"I am very pleased with the direction our sponsorship is taking this season," commented Director of Marking - Tana Robinson. "Whenever sponsors contact you to renew - you must be doing something right," continued Robinson.
Pepsi Cola has been the official beverage of Ransomville Speedway for several seasons and 2010 will mirror that. Joe Kasbaum of Pepsi-Cola and Robinson recently signed a three year agreement with an inclusion of a company night returning. Increased pit attendance and grandstand attendance over the past few years prompted Pepsi to up their involvement at the big R.
Dig Safely NY is also returning as a presenting sponsor in 2010. Larry Bishop and John Roth of Dig Safely NY have been involved with Ransomville Speedway for close to ten seasons and looks to continue well into the future years. Adding signage to the big R, Dig Safely NY will have a season long presence at the 1/2 mile oval based in the small hamlet of Ransomville, NY. Before you dig - call 811. Safely First!
Both Budwieser and Labatts are distributed through the local company - TryIt Distributing. Budweiser and Labatts are in a multi-year contract with the big R and will continue to service the Ransomville Speedway for seasons to come. Budweiser continues to be the official sponsor of the VIP Tower Suites while Labatts is a presenting sponsor. Both companies enjoy signage through-out the facility.
For information on company night sponsorships, billboard signage, and/or Ransomville Laps program ads - please call Tana at 716-791-3602.