Trackside Now – Intimidator 75- Kalamazoo Speedway (MI) – 4/19/14

10:27

On behalf of all of us with Speed51.com, for Matt Prieur, Renee Thomas and Brandon Thomas, we say good night from Kalamazoo, Michigan and Happy Easter to all….

10:27

Once more we say congratulations to Mike “Bubba” Brooks who has won the 14th annual Intimidator. Also congratulations as well to Buddy Head-Super Stocks, Toby Montgomery-Pro Stocks, Jerime Damron-Mini Stocks & Jerry Jansen Jr.-Cyber Stocks on their Feature Wins.

10:23

Today’s Trackside Now coverage of the 14th Annual Intimidator here at Kalamazoo Speedway was presented by JRi Shocks. Since its inception in 2007, JRI Shocks has utilized cutting edge technological advancements with over 100 years of collective experience in shock absorbers, hydraulics, and electronics to create high performance, high precision shock absorbers for the racing and automotive industry. For more information about JRI Shocks, please Click here to visit site

10:23

A big Thanks to Gary & Donna Howe as well as Jason Seltzer and entire management and staff of Kalamazoo Speedway for the always wonderful hospitality as well as going the extra mile to make all of us with Speed51.com feel so welcome each and every time the 51 staff is here in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

10:21

Speed51.com is powered by JEGS.com, the leading high-performance auto parts store. For more than 52 years, car and racing enthusiasts have looked to JEGS Mail Order and JEGS.com to fulfill all of their high performance needs. Now the family-owned industry leader is offering their customers another first — free shipping and handling on all orders. Visit www.JEGS.com to place your order to take advantage of the free shipping and handling offer today! Click here to visit JEGS.com

10:20

14th Annual Intimidator Results (UNOFFICIAL)

1	84	Mike Brooks	75 Laps
2	83	Andy Bozell	75
3	24	Tyler Roahrig	75
4	16	Steve Needles	75
5	12	Brian Bergakker	75
6	32	Todd Harrington	75
7	13	Robbie Ferrier	75
8	9	Luke Krick	75
9	49	John Chapman	75
10	47	Tom Rutherford	74
11	88	A.J. Foote	74
12	09	Marc Casey	74
13	14	Mark Shook	74
14	97	Matt Frazier	74
15	16	Billy Shannon	43
16	3	Matt Corliss	42
17	15	Chuck Greer	25
18	X	Marty Crawford	16
19	8	Phil Bozell	10
20	15	Jeremy Pletz	7
21	57	Rick Senneker	0

10:19

Tech has cleared. Mike Brooks is the official winner of the Intimidator and joins an impressive list of victors in the first ‘major’ race of the 2014 racing season in Outlaw Super Late Models.

Intimidator Winners:
2014: Mike Brooks
2013: Steve Needles
2012: Steve Needles
2011: Phil Bozell
2010: Terry Senneker Jr.
2009: Terry Senneker Jr.
2008: Andy Bozell
2007: Brandon Lyons
2006: Fred Campbell
2005: Tom Thomas
2004: Tom Thomas
2003: Rich Sexton
2002: Tim DeVos
2001: Todd Currier
2000: Fred Campbell
1999: Randy Sweet

(NOTE: For the 1999 and 2000 seasons, this event was known as the ‘Are All The Nuts and Bolts Tight’ 100.)

10:11

Full field rundown coming in just a few minutes as post-race activities as well as Tech continues.

10:05

Defending Track Champion, Mike “Bubba” Brooks picks up the biggest win of his career in the 14th Annual Intimidator. (Speed51.com photo)

10:03

Comment From Eric

Congrats Bubba great job!

10:01

Mike Brooks in victory lane after winning the 14th Annual Intimidator. (Speed51.com photo)

9:58	The Mike Brooks Racing Team and Family in victory lane. (Speed51.com photo)

9:54

CHECKERED FLAG: 84 Mike Brooks Wins the 14th Annual Intimidator.

9:54

WHITE FLAG: A. Bozell is all over Brooks.

9:54

2 Laps To Go: Brooks is hanging on with a bumper full of A. Bozell.

9:54

3 Laps To Go: A. Bozell and Roahrig back up to Brooks back bumper for one more last chance at him.

9:53

5 Laps To Go: Needles underneath Bergakker for fourth.

9:53

6 Laps To Go: Roahrig around Bergakker for third.

9:53

7 Laps To Go: A. Bozell lays back and regroups for one more run at the leader.

9:53

8 Laps To Go: Brooks is trying desperately to hang on with four heavy hitters on him.

9:52

10 Laps To Go (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Bergakker, Roahrig, Needles.

9:52

Lap 64: Needles is back in the hunt as the top five duke it out.

9:52

Lap 62: Bergakker around Roahrig now for third.

9:51

Lap 61: Bergakker passes Needles for fourth.

9:51

GREEN FLAG: A. Bozell is staying with Brooks again.

9:51

It is the number one Outlaw Super Late Model event in the nation! The Kalamazoo Klash XXII will take place on Wednesday, August 13 at the Kalamazoo Speedway in Kalamazoo, MI. Last year, Terry Senneker won the Klash and picked up the $10,000 check. It was the second year in a row, and third Klash win overall in his career. Tyler Roahrig, Phil Bozell and many more will try to take over Senneker’s place on top of the podium in 2014. Click here to make your plans now for this year’s event!

9:51

Double File Restart as Brooks again up top with A. Bozell flanking his inside.

9:50

60 Laps Completed – 15 Laps To Go (Top 5):
1. 84 Mike Brooks
2. 83 Andy Bozell
3. 24 Tyler Roahrig
4. 16 Steve Needles
5. 12 Brian Bergakker

9:49

YELLOW FLAG: Chapman spins in turn three.

9:49

Lap 60 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Needles. Bergakker.

9:48

Lap 58: Side by side for the lead still as Roahrig decides which way to go.

9:48

Lap 56: Roahrig joins the two car battle for the lead.

9:48

Lap 55 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Needles.

9:47

Lap 53: A. Bozell is still there, but Brooks edges him at the line yet again.

9:47

Lap 51: Brooks and A. Bozell with a little contact, Brooks hangs on.

9:47

GREEN FLAG: A. Bozell stays right next to Brooks.

9:46

Brooks chooses the high side, forces A. Bozell to the bottom on the restart.

9:43

Frazier dropped some fluids at the bottom of turn four, so there will be a little bit of clean up.

9:43

Comment From pooder

go Bubba Brooks

9:43

Comment From 24 Fan

Go get’em “Rocket” 24 Tyler Roahrig!

9:43

Comment From Geyer

I got Mr 12-time Andy Bozell

9:42

50 Laps Completed – 25 Laps To Go (Top 10):
1. 84 Mike Brooks
2. 83 Andy Bozell
3. 24 Tyler Roahrig
4. 12 Brian Bergakker
5. 16 Steve Needles
6. 32 Todd Harrington
7. 13 Robbie Ferrier
8. 9 Luke Krick
9. 49 John Chapman
10. 88 A.J. Foote

9:41

YELLOW FLAG: Frazier loops it in turn four.

9:41

Lap 50 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Needles.

9:41

Lap 48: Brooks and A. Bozell are through the traffic for now. Roahrig, Bergakker and now Needles are still fighthing through.

9:40

Lap 46: Needles disposes of Harrington and thanks to the lapped traffic is catching the top four.

9:40

Lap 45 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Needles.

9:39

Lap 43: Harrington now has a back bumper full of Needles.

9:39

Lap 41: Brooks is putting some real estate and lapped traffic between him and the field.

9:38

Lap 40: Heavy traffic in front of the leaders.

9:38

Lap 39: Needles has charged his way back to sixth and is reeling in Harrington for fifth.

9:38

HALFWAY (Top 10): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Harrington, Needles, Ferrier, Shannon, Krick, Chapman.

9:37

Lap 35 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Harrington.

9:37

Lap 33: Roahrig and now Bergakker make it a four car battle for the lead.

9:37

Lap 32: A. Bozell is starting to show a little frustration as he lets Brooks know he’s there.

9:36

Lap 30 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Harrington.

9:36

Lap 29: Roahrig joins the Brooks and A. Bozell battle.

9:36

Lap 27: Brooks is making his car as wide as possible to keep A. Bozell and the rest of the field behind him.

9:35

Lap 25 (Top 5): Brooks, A. Bozell, Roahrig, Bergakker, Harrington.

9:35

Lap 24: Roahrig passes Bergakker back for third.

9:35

Lap 23: A. Bozell is all over Brooks for the lead, but can’t quite make the pass.

9:34

Lap 21: Bergakker around the outside of Roahrig for third.

9:34

GREEN FLAG: Brooks started on the outside of the front row and moves past A. Bozell.

9:33

One to go at the line.

9:33

Move A. Bozell, Roahrig and Bergakker past Harrington who fell to fourth.

9:33

The lap previous, Harrington got sideways going into turn three which allowed Brooks and others to get by.

9:32

YELLOW FLAG: Frazier spins coming out of turn four.

9:32

Lap 18 (LEAD CHANGE): Harrington got sideways and everyone checked up but Brooks who takes the lead.

9:31

GREEN FLAG: Harrington and Brooks remain side by side as Needles returns just in time.

9:31

The ARCA CRA Super Series first solo points event of 2014 will take place on Saturday, April 26th at Anderson Speedway in Anderson, Indiana. The high-banked quarter-mile oval will provide great side-by-side, fender rubbing action as the best in the ARCA/CRA Super Series will battle for 125 laps. The Four-Wheel Drives and Thunder Roadsters will also be in action. Click here for more information.

9:31

Needles is looking to return as the one lap to go signal is given.

9:30

Bergakker will get his spot back as he spun to avoid. He’ll realign in fourth.

9:30

16 Laps Completed – 59 Laps To Go (Top 10):
1. 32 Todd Harrington
2. 84 Mike Brooks
3. 83 Andy Bozell
4. 24 Tyler Roahrig
5. 14 Mark Shook
6. 9 Luke Krick
7. 16 Billy Shannon
8. 97 Matt Frazier
9. 13 Robbie Ferrier
10. 49 John Chapman

9:28

Needles and Crawford are both in the pits.

9:28

Bergakker also was involved.

9:28

YELLOW FLAG: Needles suddenly slows and Crawford spins in turn two.

9:27

Lap 16: Brooks looks to the high side for the lead.

9:27

Lap 15 (Top 5): Harrington, Brooks, A. Bozell, Crawford, Needles.

9:27

Lap 14: Harrington has a back bumper full of Brooks with A. Bozell lurking.

9:27

Lap 12: Needles is charging around the high side.

9:26

Lap 10 (Top 5): Harrington, Brooks, A. Bozell, Crawford, Needles.

9:26

Lap 9: P. Bozell is off the pace.

9:26

GREEN FLAG: Harrington with a strong start as A. Bozell again pull up next to his son.

9:25

Double File Restarts for the Outlaw Super Late Models as Harrington chooses the inside lane which forces P. Bozell to the top. One to go at the line.

9:25

He’s got a new one and reassumes his position in third.

9:24

A. Bozell has a transponder issue and is awaiting a new one on the front stretch.

9:23

This event is 75 green flag laps, yellow flag laps will not count in this race.

9:22

Rutherford pits and rejoins the field.

9:21

Berlin Raceway in Marne, MI will open up their 2014 season on Saturday, April 26th with the third annual Icebreaker. The Outlaw Late Models will highlight the full racing program. Adult admission is only $5 for ages 8 and up. Kids 7 and under are free.Click here for more information.

9:21

8 Laps Completed – 67 Laps To Go (Top 10):
1. 32 Todd Harrington
2. 8 Phil Bozell
3. 83 Andy Bozell
4. 84 Mike Brooks
5. X Marty Crawford
6. 14 Mark Shook
7. 16 Steve Needles
8. 12 Brian Bergakker
9. 24 Tyler Roahrig
10. 97 Matt Frazier

9:20

YELLOW FLAG: Pletz has been stopped in turn two as he has caught on fire. Track Officials quickly there to disperse the flames.

9:19

Lap 8: Bergakker and Roahrig are trailing Needles.

9:19

Lap 7: Needles around the high side and is working on Shook for sixth.

9:18

Lap 5 (Top 5): Harrington, P. Bozell, A. Bozell, Brooks, Crawford.

9:18

Lap 4: Brooks is in fourth with a bumper full of Crawford and Shook.

9:18

Lap 3: P. Bozell underneath his Father, A. Bozell to reclaim second.

9:17

Lap 1: Harrington around the outside to take the lead. He brings A. Bozell with him.

9:17

GREEN FLAG: P. Bozell and Harrington remain side by side.

9:17

One to go at the line.

9:16

Wave Lap this time by.

9:16

Scheduled to go but unable to answer the call is 57 Rick Senneker, who blew a rear end up on his second qualifying lap. He had timed in 10th quick.

9:15

Intimidator Winners:
2013: Steve Needles
2012: Steve Needles
2011: Phil Bozell
2010: Terry Senneker Jr.
2009: Terry Senneker Jr.
2008: Andy Bozell
2007: Brandon Lyons
2006: Fred Campbell
2005: Tom Thomas
2004: Tom Thomas
2003: Rich Sexton
2002: Tim DeVos
2001: Todd Currier
2000: Fred Campbell
1999: Randy Sweet

(NOTE: For the 1999 and 2000 seasons, this event was known as the ‘Are All The Nuts and Bolts Tight’ 100.)

9:13

Outlaw Super Late Models Feature Starting Line-Up (14th Annual Intimidator – 75 Laps – Inversion = 9)

1	8	Phil Bozell
2	32	Todd Harrington
3	84	Mike Brooks
4	83	Andy Bozell
5	14	Mark Shook
6	X	Marty Crawford
7	12	Brian Bergakker
8	16	Steve Needles
9	24	Tyler Roahrig
10	57	Rick Senneker
11	97	Matt Frazier
12	88	A.J. Foote
13	9	Luke Krick
14	16	Billy Shannon
15	49	John Chapman
16	13	Robbie Ferrier
17	47	Tom Rutherford
18	15	Chuck Greer
19	3	Matt Corliss
20	09	Marc Casey
21	15	Jeremy Pletz

9:12

It’s time for the 14th Annual Intimidator for Outlaw Super Late Models. They’ll go 75 laps.

9:11	Buddy Head in victory lane after winning the Super Stocks Feature. (Speed51.com photo)

9:08

CHECKERED FLAG: Time limit reached, 46 Buddy Head Wins the Super Stocks Feature.

9:08

YELLOW FLAG: Cook spins and so does Hollenbeck.

9:07

2 Laps To Go: Rugg and K. Head trying to keep pace.

9:07

GREEN FLAG: B. Head with a strong start.

9:07

Track is in racing condition as the field is now bunched backed up . One to go signal is given.

9:05

9:04

A few more laps and we’ll be back under way.

32 Laps Completed – 3 Laps To Go (Top 5):
1. 46 Buddy Head
2. 49 Scott Rugg
3. 26 Kenny Head
4. 71 Jake Hopwood
5. 33 Rob Hardy

9:02

Back to a yellow flag as the teams are now working in the speedy dry before completing the final three laps.

8:57	Track clean up continues. (Speed51.com photo)

8:52

8:51

Clean up continues as track officials work diligently on cleaning up the speedy dry.

8:42

RED FLAG has been displayed as there is a lot of fluid on the track that was laid down by Shannon. At least three laps worth.

8:42

8:41

32 Laps Completed – 3 Laps To Go (Top 5):
1. 46 Buddy Head
2. 49 Scott Rugg
3. 26 Kenny Head
4. 71 Jake Hopwood
5. 33 Rob Hardy

8:40

YELLOW FLAG: Kirkendall and Hollenbeck touch and spin in turn one. Possible fluids being dropped by Shannon.

8:39

3 Laps To Go: B. Head has checked out leaving Rugg to battle his brother, K. Head.

8:39

4 Laps To Go (LEAD CHANGE): B. Head takes the point using the high lane.

8:39

5 Laps To Go: B. Head has caught Rugg and the battle is on.

8:38

7 Laps To Go: Rugg’s lead is less than a second as B. Head is charging fast.

8:38

8 Lap To Go: Hofacker has climbed her way to fifth.

8:38

9 Laps To Go: B. Head has closed the gap to just over two seconds.

8:37

10 Laps To Go (Top 5): Rugg, B. Head, K. Head, Shannon, Hardy.

8:37

Lap 22: K. Head is third ahead of Shannon with Hardy now fifth.

8:36

Lap 20: B. Head to second, but has a lot of ground to make up on Rugg who has over a five second lead.

8:36

HALFWAY (Top 10): Rugg, Shannon, Hardy, B. Head, K. Head, Hollenbeck, Hopwood, Hofacker, Pierman, Kirkendall.

8:35

Lap 16: Hardy is second as K. Head and B. Head are now third and fourth. Placing Shanon to fifth.

8:35

Lap 14: Shannon has charged his way to fourth bringing K. Head with him.

8:34

Lap 13: Hardy to second as Hollenbeck to third, shuffling Pierman to fourth.

8:34

Lap 11: Rugg with almost a four second lead over the rest of the field.

8:34

Lap 10 (Top 5): Rugg, Pierman, Hollenbeck, Hardy, Kirkendall.

8:33

Lap 8: Hollenebeck drives underneath Hunderman and then Hardy to grab third.

8:33

Lap 6: Kirkendall and Hopwood in a battle for sixth just behind the Hunderman/Hollenbeck battle.

8:32

Lap 5 (Top 5): Rugg, Pierman, Hardy, Hunderman, Hollenbeck.

8:32

Lap 3: Hardy and Hollenbeck in a battle for third with Hunderman lurking.

8:32

Lap 1: Rugg leads lap one.

8:31

GREEN FLAG: Rugg around the outside and with a slight advantage.

8:31

One to go at the line as Pierman and Rugg to lead the field to the green next time by.

8:30

Field is now brought back to caution lap speed. Wave lap this time by.

8:29

The temperature has dipped into the low 50s so TracK Officials are allowing the teams to turn some quick warm up laps around the 3/8s mile before turning them loose for 35 Laps.

8:27

AP Brakes is the official sponsor of Speed51.com’s Twitter account.Follow us today @Speed51dotcom. Click here to follow Speed51.com on Twitter, @speed51dotcom.

8:27

Speed51.com’s Facebook is proudly presented by Five Star Race Car Bodies in Twin Lakes, WI. Follow us today to get the latest breaking news, updates and more. Click here to “Like” Speed51.com on Facebook.

8:26

Super Stocks Feature Starting Line-Up (35 Laps – Inversion = 11)

1	15	Jerry Pierman
2	49	Scott Rugg
3	62	Larry Hollenbeck
4	33	Rob Hardy
5	82	Patrick Kirkendall
6	19	Jordan Hunderman
7	1	Kelli Jo Hofacker
8	71	Jake Hopwood
9	32	Chris Shannon
10	26	Kenny Head
11	46	Buddy Head
12	1	Jack Cook
13	61	Gary Denzel
14	2	Ron Landis

8:26

The Super Stocks 35-Lap Feature is up next and then it’s time for heaadlining event of the evening; The 14th Annual Intimidator 75-Lap Feature for the Outlaw Super Late Models.

8:25	Toby Montgomery celebrates in victory lane after a thrilling Pro Stocks Feature Win. (Speed51.com photo)

8:23

CHECKERED FLAG: 40 Toby Montgomery with a bold slingshot move underneath Hook to Win the Pro Stocks Feature.

8:23

WHITE FLAG: Montgomery shoots to the high side.

8:22

2 Laps To Go: Hook with the advantage once again with two to go.

8:22

3 Laps To Go: Hook hanging on using the high lane.

8:22

4 Laps To Go: Montgomery pulls up next to Hook for the lead.

8:21

GREEN FLAG: Hook and Montgomery again pull away.

8:21

We’ll try it again as Hook leads Montgomery and the rest of the field.

8:20

YELLOW FLAG: Hard spins in turn four.

8:20

5 Laps To Go: Montgomery looks to the inside for the lead.

8:19

GREEN FLAG: Hook and Montgomery pull away from the field in a hurry.

8:19

Chief Starter, Rick Beebe gives the one lap to go signal before going back to Green.

8:18

The NASCAR K&N Pro Series East will make their second straight appearance to 5 Flags Speedway on Friday, June 13th. Last year, Ben Kennedy won the inaugural event at the home of the Snowball Derby over Gray Gaulding. Click here for more information.

8:18

YELLOW FLAG: Westdorp spins in turn four.

8:17

6 Laps To Go: Montgomery has caught the back bumper of Hook and the race is on for the lead.

8:17

8 Laps To Go: Montgomery around Corliss for second and sets his sights on the leader Hook.

8:16

10 Laps To Go.

8:16

GREEN FLAG: Hook with another strong start as Corliss and Montgomery battle for second.

8:16

Moves Wilfong up to fifth. One to go at the line.

8:15

Foote Jr., has been sent to the rear of the field for his role in Brooks’ spin.

8:15

The Third Annual ARCA Fest at the Milwaukee Mile moves to the weekend of June 6-8 this year. See the best in the ARCA Midwest Tour, JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour, Mid-American Series, Vintage, and Midwest Trucks compete on the historic mile oval. Tickets go on sale on March 15.Click here for more information.

8:13

YELLOW FLAG: Brooks loops his mount in turn four.

8:13

Lap 18: Hook, Corliss, Montgomery, Foote Jr., Brooks.

8:13

GREEN FLAG: Hook with a strong start.

8:12

One to go at the line.

8:07

It’s the same great event but with a new date in 2014. The Battle at Berlin 251 will take place on July 18-19 at Berlin Raceway in Marne, MI. See the best Super Late Model drivers battle it out on the tricky famous oval. Click here for more information.

8:06	Lots of fluid in turn four. (Speed51.com photo)

8:06

Jenkins lets go a bunch of fluid in turn four.

8:04

YELLOW FLAG: Hard spins in turn four.

8:04

Lap 17 (LEAD CHANGE): Hook completes the pass on the high side.

8:04

Lap 16: Hook and Corliss side by side for the lead.

8:03

HALFWAY (Top 5): Corliss, Hook, Foote Jr., Montgomery, Jenkins.

8:03

Lap 14: Hook around the outside of Jenkins and takes over second spot.

8:03

Lap 12: Fast Qualifier Montgomery is charging through and is up to sixth.

8:02

GREEN FLAG: Corliss with a good jump on Jenkins.

8:02

One to go at the line. Single file restarts here at Kalamazoo Speedway as Corliss will lead the field back to the green.

8:01

11 Laps Completed – 19 Laps To Go (Top 5):
1. 3 Matt Corliss
2. 44 Barry Jenkins
3. 17 Brent Hook
4. 11 John Foote Jr.
5. 15 Brad VanAvery

8:01

The Super Stocks inversion was revised as previously it was a 14, it’s now an 11. The revised 35-Lap Feature starting line-up will be posted at the conclusion of this race.

8:00

YELLOW FLAG: Hybels spins in turn two and collects Brooks.

7:59

Lap 12: Foote Jr., uses the high side to get by Hybels and now chalenges Hook for third.

7:59

Lap 10 (Top 5): Corliss, Jenkins, Hook, Foote Jr., Hybels.

7:58

Lap 9: Hook has worked his way up into the podium and is third.

7:58

Lap 6: Highbaugh is falling back trying to keep his momentum up on the high side.

7:58

Lap 5 (Top 5): Corliss, Jenkins, Hybels, Hook, Foote Jr.

7:57

Lap 3: Highbaugh is trying the high side, but Hybels pulls up next to him for third.

7:57

Lap 1: Corliss leads the first lap.

7:56

GREEN FLAG: Jenkins and Corliss side by side.

7:55

Pro Stocks Feature Starting Line-Up (30 Laps – Inversion = 9)

1	44	Barry Jenkins
2	3	Matt Corliss
3	80	Bud Hybels
4	51	Josh Highbaugh
5	75	Keith Wilfong
6	17	Brent Hook
7	22	Lloyd Brooks
8	11	John Foote Jr.
9	40	Toby Montgomery
10	15	Brad VanAvery
11	07	Greg Brown
12	11	Matt Frazier
13	44	Terry Hard
14	36	Scott Elsey
15	55	John Bassett
16	29	Duane Proctor
17	16	Zach Westdorp

7:53

Pro Stocks 30-lap Feature is up next.

7:53	Jerime Damron in victory lane after winning the Mini Stocks Feature. (Speed51.com photo)

7:51

CHECKERED FLAG: 39 Jerime Damron Wins the Mini Stocks Feature.

7:51

This race has been deemed official due to the time limit.

7:51

The ARCA CRA Super Series first solo points event of 2014 will take place on Saturday, April 26th at Anderson Speedway in Anderson, Indiana. The high-banked quarter-mile oval will provide great side-by-side, fender rubbing action as the best in the ARCA CRA Series will battle for 150 laps. The Four-Wheel Drives and Thunder Roadsters will also be in action. Click here for more information.

7:50

YELLOW FLAG (4 Laps To Go): Brest spins in turn four. May have had help from Dunham.

7:50

5 Laps To Go: Damron has gotten away from the field and has put some real estate between him and second place.

7:49

GREEN FLAG: Damron didn’t get a good jump as Collins and Gallandt are right there,

7:48

Looking for awesome looking hero cards for the 2014 season? Let the Speed51.com Graphics Department design it for you today. Email Speed51.com’s Graphic Arts Department

7:48

(Top 5): Damron, Collins, Gallandt, Brest, Hook.

7:46

YELLOW FLAG (9 Laps To Go): Dunham spins coming out of turn four.

7:45

10 Laps to go (Top 5): Damron, Collins, Gallandt, Brest, Greer.

7:44

GREEN FLAG is back out.

7:41

Red Flag has been displayed as a small fire has developed underneath the hood of Knight.

7:39

YELLOW FLAG (Lap 11): Knight spins in turn one.

7:39

Lap 9 (LEAD CHANGE): Damron emerges with the lead.

7:38

GREEN FLAG: Collins and Damron pull away early.

7:38

One to go at the line.

7:37

The leader, Bussema went over his qualifying time and will start scratch on the field. Giving the lead to Collins.

7:35

Speedy Dry being laid down on the speedway as there is about two laps of fluid on the speedway.

7:33

YELLOW FLAG (Lap 8): Track Officials spotting some debris and fluid on the speedway.

7:32

GREEN FLAG: Bussema with a good start.

7:31	Not the way you want to start your season. (Speed51.com photo)

7:29

5 Laps Completed, 20 Laps To Go (Top 5):
1. 27 Billy Bussema
2. 18 Andrew Brest
3. 5 Jeremy Collins
4. 57 Noah Gallandt
5. 39 Jerime Damron

7:28

Denny Hamlin’s annual Short Track Showdown will take place this Thursday, April 24th at South Boston Speedway in Virginia. The annual celebrity Late Model race will raise funds for the Denny Hamlin Cystic Fibrosis Research Lab at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University. Some of the best in Late Model Stocks will compete alongside Denny Hamlin, Kyle Busch, Matt Kenseth, Elliott Sadler, David Ragan, Timothy Peters, Jeb Burton and more in a classic short track battle. Click here for more information.

7:27

YELLOW FLAG (Lap 5): Fast Qualifier, Stager loses a tire in turn four.

7:25

GREEN FLAG.

7:24

Mini Stocks Feature Starting Line-Up (25 Laps – Inversion =13)

1	67	Garry Hale
2	89	Sierra Lantz
3	18	Andrew Brest
4	27	Billy Bussema
5	2	Chuck Greer
6	17	Chaz Hook
7	5	Jeremy Collins
8	57	Noah Gallandt
9	10	Keith Dunham
10	05	Shane Clark
11	1	Logan Knight
12	39	Jerime Damron
13	4	Frank Stager

7:23

Mini Stocks Feature is up next and they’ll go 25 laps.

7:22	Jerry Jansen Jr., in victory lane after winning the Cyber Stocks Feature. (Speed51.com photo)

7:19

CHECKERED FLAG: 99 Jerry Jansen Jr., starts 17th and brings home the Feature Win.

7:18

Five Laps to go.

7:17

Lap 11 (LEAD CHANGE): From 17th to first, Jansen Jr., takes the lead.

7:16

GREEN FLAG.

7:16

Clean up is complete. Going green next time. 8 laps in, 12th to go.

7:09

YELLOW FLAG: Nelson spins on the front stretch and everyone else takes evasive action as Cook dropped fluids on the speedway.

7:08

Lap 5 (Top 5): Miller, Cook, Roberts, Jansen Jr., McGhan

7:07

Lap 1: Meads leads the first lap of the season.

7:06

GREEN FLAG on the 2014 racing season in the state of Michigan.

7:06

One to go at the line. We willl have limited coverage of the Cyber Stocks Feature.

7:05

The Cyber Stocks 20-lap Feature is on the track and is rolling around on their pace laps.

7:05

Pre-Race Ceremonies are complete, it’s time to go racing at Kalamazoo Speedway as tonight is the first ‘major’ of the 2014 racing season for Outlaw Super Late Models; the 14th Annual Intimidator.

6:58

Pre-Race Ceremonies are under way and will be followed by the Invocation and National Anthem.

6:58

Today’s Trackside Now coverage of the Intimidator 75 at Kalamazoo Speedway is presented by JRi Shocks. Since its inception in 2007, JRI Shocks has utilized cutting edge technological advancements with over 100 years of collective experience in shock absorbers, hydraulics, and electronics to create high performance, high precision shock absorbers for the racing and automotive industry. For more information about JRI Shocks, please Click here to visit site

6:57

6:56

For 2014, the ARCA/CRA Super Series Powered by JEGS will join the Outlaw Super Late Models for Kalamazoo Klash XXII on Wednesday, August 13th for the best of both worlds in Super Late Models racing on one night.

6:55

6:54	Back of the Cyber Stocks Feature grid. (Speed51.com photo)

6:53	Cyber Stocks Feature lined up in the front stretch. (Speed51.com photo)

6:52

Wisconsin’s Fastest Half-Mile Oval returns to Friday nights in 2014. Three of their nights will include their Super Late Model Triple Crown Series. Round one will take place on Friday, May 30. Round two on Friday, July 11 and round three on Friday, August 8. Click here for more information.

6:49

Cyber Stocks Feature Starting Line-Up (20 Laps – Inversion = 17)

1	43	Daelynn Post
2	25	Felicia Meade
3	19	Drew Maxwell
4	22	D.J. Oxford
5	51	Doug Nelson
6	44	Bob Miller
7	8	Ryan Hufford
8	14	Josh Roberts
9	20	Kyle Jansen
10	1	Jack Cook
11	33	Dion Vrooman
12	18	Tyler McGhan
13	4	Keegan Dykstra
14	32	T.C. Burgess
15	11	Brian Gregerson
16	16	Cliff Lambert
17	99	Jerry Jansen Jr.

6:49

Marshfield Motor Speedway is located right in the middle of Wisconsin. The half-mile oval features a weekly Saturday night program including their popular Yellow River Racing Series. The first event will start on May 24.Click here for more information.

6:43	A long line of patrons waiting to get into Kalamazoo Speedway. (Speed51.com photo)

6:42

Racing Electronics has been in the racing business for over 20 years. What began as a hobby in a condo in 1988 has grown to become the #1 Company in Race Communications Worldwide. Look around at any major racing event & you’ll see Racing Electronics everywhere helping their loyal customers – professional and amateur, racer or race fan. Racing Electronics… See Us At The Track! For more, visit call 1.800.272.7111or Click here to visit site

6:36

Outlaw Super Late Models – 14th Annual Intimidator Starting Line-Up (75 Laps – Inversion = 9)

1	8	Phil Bozell
2	32	Todd Harrington
3	84	Mike Brooks
4	83	Andy Bozell
5	14	Mark Shook
6	X	Marty Crawford
7	12	Brian Bergakker
8	16	Steve Needles
9	24	Tyler Roahrig
10	57	Rick Senneker
11	97	Matt Frazier
12	88	A.J. Foote
13	9	Luke Krick
14	16	Billy Shannon
15	49	John Chapman
16	13	Robbie Ferrier
17	47	Tom Rutherford
18	15	Chuck Greer
19	3	Matt Corliss
20	09	Marc Casey
21	15	Jeremy Pletz

6:35

Super Stocks Feature Starting Line-Up (35 Laps – Inversion = 14)

1	2	Ron Landis
2	61	Gary Denzel
3	1	Jack Cook
4	15	Jerry Pierman
5	49	Scott Rugg
6	62	Larry Hollenbeck
7	33	Rob Hardy
8	82	Patrick Kirkendall
9	19	Jordan Hunderman
10	1	Kelli Jo Hofacker
11	71	Jake Hopwood
12	32	Chris Shannon
13	26	Kenny Head
14	46	Buddy Head

6:34

The inversion for the 14th Annual Intimidator for Outlaw Super Late Models is a nine, which places Phil Bozell and Todd Harrington on the front row for their 75-lap main.

It was a 14-car inversion for the Super Stocks 35-lap main as Ron Landis and Gary Denzel will lead the field to the green flag.

6:32

Anderson Speedway will host the Redbud 300 with a new date in 2014. This year’s Super Late Model ARCA/CRA Super Series event will take place on Saturday, June 14 at the famed quarter-mile high-banked oval in Anderson, Indiana. Last year, Johnny Van Doorn picked up a big win in a star-studded field. Click here for more information.

6:32

The Drivers Meeting has let out. We’re about 20 minutes away from Pre-Race Ceremonies.

6:26

The World Crown 300 is one of the prestigious Super Late Model events on the Southern Super Series schedule. Last year, Preston Peltier added his name to a winner’s list of who’s won in stock car racing. Past winners include Dick Trickle, Gary Balough, Darrell Waltrip, Rich Bickle, Ronnie Sanders, Chase Elliott and more. Make your plans now to be a part of the 31st Annual event on Saturday, August 9th. Click here for more information.

6:24	Drivers Meeting is on going. (Speed51.com photo)

6:21

Remaining Schedule of Events for Saturday, April 19th

6:20p.m. – All Divisions Drivers Meeting
6:55p.m. – Pre-Race Ceremonies/Invocation/National Anthem
7:00p.m. – Racing Starts
Cyber Stocks Feature (20 Laps)
Mini Stocks Feature (25 Laps)
Pro Stocks Feature (30 Laps)
Super Stocks Feature (35 Laps)
Outlaw Super Late Models Feature (14th Annual Intimidator – 75 Laps)

6:20

Drivers Meeting has started for all five NASCAR Whelen All-American Series weekly divisions here in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

6:16

We will await the inversion draws for the Outlaw Super Late Models and Super Stocks.

6:16

6:15

The NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Late Model Stocks will be in action at the historic Hickory Motor Speedway on Saturday, April 26th for a 100-lap feature event. The Limiteds, Street Stocks and Renegades will also be in action. Click here for more information.

6:15

Outlaw Super Late Models Qualifying Results

1	24	Tyler Roahrig	12.653
2	16	Steve Needles	12.761
3	12	Brian Bergakker	12.774
4	X	Marty Crawford	12.865
5	14	Mark Shook	12.896
6	83	Andy Bozell	12.898
7	84	Mike Brooks	12.906
8	32	Todd Harrington	12.913
9	8	Phil Bozell	12.955
10	57	Rick Senneker	13.008
11	97	Matt Frazier	13.034
12	88	A.J. Foote	13.060
13	9	Luke Krick	13.068
14	16	Billy Shannon	13.100
15	49	John Chapman	13.138
16	13	Robbie Ferrier	13.189
17	47	Tom Rutherford	13.375
18	15	Chuck Greer	13.389
19	3	Matt Corliss	13.542
20	09	Marc Casey	13.692
21	15	Jeremy Pletz	13.997

6:14

Qualifying is now complete as Tyler Roahrig sets the mark with a fast 12.653 over the 21-car field.

6:13

15 Jeremy Pletz
Lap 1: 13.997
Lap 2: Missed Assigned Qualifying Spot
BEST: 13.997

6:12

12 Brian Bergakker
Lap 1: 12.789
Lap 2: 12.774
BEST: 12.774

6:11

16 Steve Needles
Lap 1: 12.769
Lap 2: 12.761
BEST: 12.761

6:10

24 Tyler Roahrig
Lap 1: 12.687
Lap 2: 12.653
BEST: 12.653 (FAST TIME)

6:10

84 Mike Brooks
Lap 1: 12.906
Lap 2: 12.982
BEST: 12.906

6:09

83 Andy Bozell
Lap 1: 12.926
Lap 2: 12.898
BEST: 12.898

6:09

9 Luke Krick
Lap 1: 13.068
Lap 2: 13.093
BEST: 13.068

6:08

14 Mark Shook
Lap 1: 12.925
Lap 2: 12.896
BEST: 12.896

6:08

32 Todd Harrington
Lap 1: 12.913
Lap 2: 12.997
BEST: 12.913

6:07

88 A.J. Foote
Lap 1: 13.060
Lap 2: 13.093
BEST: 13.060

6:07

X Marty Crawford
Lap 1: 12.937
Lap 2: 12.865
BEST: 12.865 (FAST TIME)

6:06

16 Billy Shannon
Lap 1: 13.178
Lap 2: 13.100
BEST: 13.100

6:05

13 Robbie Ferrier
Lap 1: 13.189
Lap 2: 13.217
BEST: 13.189

6:05

49 John Chapman
Lap 1: 13.138
Lap 2: 13.148
BEST: 13.138

6:04

57 Rick Senneker
Lap 1: 13.008
Lap 2: No Time – Pulled Off
BEST: 13.008

6:04

97 Matt Frazier
Lap 1: 13.034
Lap 2: 13.151
BEST: 13.034

6:03

47 Tom Rutherford
Lap 1: 13.426
Lap 2: 13.375
BEST: 13.375

6:03

8 Phil Bozell
Lap 1: 12.955
Lap 2: 13.146
BEST: 12.955 (FAST TIME)

6:02

15 Chuck Greer
Lap 1: 13.514
Lap 2: 13.389
BEST: 13.389 (FAST TIME)

6:01

09 Marc Casey
Lap 1: 13.954
Lap 2: 13.692
BEST: 13.692

6:01

3 Matt Corliss
Lap 1: 13.542
Lap 2: 14.979
BEST: 13.542

6:00

Here we go with Outlaw Super Late Models Qualifying.

6:00

Official Car Counts:
Outlaw Super Late Models = 21
Super Stocks = 14
Pro Stocks = 17
Mini Stocks = 13
Cyber Stocks = 17
TOTAL = 82

5:58	Outlaw Super Late Models rolling through tech. (Speed51.com photo)

5:55

5:53

Outlaw Super Late Models Qualifying is up next. With 21 teams on the property, all will start the 14th Annual Intimidator later this evening.

5:53

The first Southern Super Series Gulf Coast weekend will take place on Friday, April 25 at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Florida and Saturday, April 26 at Mobile International Speedway in Mobile, Alabama. Here is a great opportunity to see the stars of the Southern Super Series compete at two competitive tracks within a 24-hour period, and only an hour away from each other. Click here for more information.

5:52

Super Stocks Qualifying Results

1	46	Buddy Head	13.451
2	26	Kenny Head	13.655
3	32	Chris Shannon	13.789
4	71	Jake Hopwood	13.825
5	1	Kelli Jo Hofacker	13.870
6	19	Jordan Hunderman	13.873
7	82	Patrick Kirkendall	14.068
8	33	Rob Hardy	14.127
9	62	Larry Hollenbeck	14.142
10	49	Scott Rugg	14.288
11	15	Jerry Pierman	14.344
12	1	Jack Cook	14.351
13	61	Gary Denzel	14.517
14	2	Ron Landis	15.463

5:52

That will conclude Super Stocks Qualifying as Defending Track Champion, Buddy Head times in the quickest over the 14-car field with a 13.451.

For reference, 13.387 is the Track Record set by Kenny Head back on August 25, 2012.

5:50

2 Ron Landis
Lap 1: 16.964
Lap 2: 15.463
BEST: 15.463

5:49

62 Larry Hollenbeck
Lap 1: 14.185
Lap 2: 14.142
BEST: 14.142

5:48

15 Jerry Pierman
Lap 1: 14.461
Lap 2: 14.344
BEST: 14.344

5:48

26 Kenny Head
Lap 1: 13.775
Lap 2: 13.655
BEST: 13.655 (FAST TIME)

5:47

71 Jake Hopwood
Lap 1: 13.825
Lap 2: 13.885
BEST: 13.825

5:47

82 Patrick Kirkendall
Lap 1: 14.068
Lap 2: 14.125
BEST: 14.068

5:46

1 Kelli Jo Hofacker
Lap 1: 13.870
Lap 2: 13.892
BEST: 13.870

5:45

32 Chris Shannon
Lap 1: 13.789
Lap 2: 13.863
BEST: 13.789

5:45

1 Jack Cook
Lap 1: 14.423
Lap 2: 14.351
BEST: 14.351

5:44

61 Gary Denzel
Lap 1: 14.627
Lap 2: 14.517
BEST: 14.517

5:43

33 Rob Hardy
Lap 1: 14.239
Lap 2: 14.127
BEST: 14.127

5:43

19 Jordan Hunderman
Lap 1: 13.873
Lap 2: 13.983
BEST: 13.873

5:42

49 Scott Rugg
Lap 1: 14.346
Lap 2: 14.288
BEST: 14.288

5:42

46 Buddy Head
Lap 1: 13.478
Lap 2: 13.451
BEST: 13.451

5:41

Here we go with Super Stocks Qualifying.

5:39

Pro Late Models will make their first appearance of the 2014 season at Gresham Motorsports Park in Jefferson, GA with a 100-lap feature event. The Outlaw Late Models and Trucks will also be in action. Click here for more information.

5:39

Super Stocks are up next for Qualifying to set the field for their 35-Lap Feature later this evening.

5:39

Pro Stocks Fast Qualifier: 40 Toby Montgomery 14.557 (17 Teams)

5:37

We will be reverting back to full coverage for the Super Stocks and Outlaw Super Late Models Qualifications.

5:36

Pro Stocks are just about done qualifying. The Super Stocks are going through Tech.

5:25

Mini Stocks Fast Qualifier: 4 Frank Stager 14.887 (13 Teams)

5:22

Mini Stocks are Qualifying and will be followed by the Pro Stocks. Then it’s the Super Stocks turn before the Outlaw Super Late Models come out to time in for the 14th annual Intimidator.

5:20

Cyber Stocks Fast Qualifier: 99 Jerry Jansen Jr. 16.242 (17 Teams)

5:19

Comment From Jamie Ryder

Good luck to Marty Crawford and Andy and Phil Bozell in tonight races …

5:19

5:18

Outlaw Super Late Models Final Practice Results

1	12	Brian Bergakker	12.803
2	16	Steve Needles	12.824
3	24	Tyler Roahrig	12.848
4	84	Mike Brooks	12.917
5	83	Andy Bozell	12.990
6	9	Luke Krick	13.019
7	14	Mark Shook	13.049
8	32	Todd Harrington	13.062
9	88	A.J. Foote	13.063
10	X	Marty Crawford	13.105
11	16	Billy Shannon	13.113
12	13	Robbie Ferrier	13.149
13	49	John Chapman	13.179
14	57	Rick Senneker	13.222
15	97	Matt Frazier	13.240
16	47	Tom Rutherford	13.289
17	8	Phil Bozell	13.343
18	15	Chuck Greer	13.507
19	09	Marc Casey	13.601
20	3	Matt Corliss	13.622
21	15	Jeremy Pletz	No Time

5:17

Super Stocks Final Practice Results

1	26	Kenny Head	13.715
2	46	Buddy Head	13.783
3	32	Chris Shannon	13.904
4	71	Jake Hopwood	13.912
5	82	Patrick Kirkendall	13.932
6	62	Larry Hollenbeck	14.143
7	49	Scott Rugg	14.178
8	19	Jordan Hunderman	14.196
9	1	Kelli Jo Hofacker	14.246
10	33	Rob Hardy	14.272
11	61	Gary Denzel	14.487
12	1	Jack Cook	14.551
13	15	Jerry Pierman	14.913
14	2	Rob Landis	16.398

5:16

The JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour will make their second trip to Lebanon, Missouri’s I-44 Speedway on Saturday, May 17th for the Master of the Pro’s 144. This is quickly coming one of the premiere Pro Late Model events in the heartland as the best of the JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour will compete in a 144-lap event that will pay $8,000 to win along with the winner receiving the prestigious green jacket. Click here for more information.

5:07

We’re going to take advantage of this time to step away for a few minutes in order to feed and water ourselves. We’ll then be back for Super Stocks and Outlaw Super Late Models Qualifying in just a little while….

5:03

A reminder that the three support divisions of Cyber Stocks, Mini Stocks and Pro Stocks will receive limited coverage in today’s Trackside Now. The focus will be on the Super Stocks and the headlining Outlaw Super Late Models.

5:02

Cyber Stocks Qualifying has started.

4:58

4:57

Remaining Schedule of Events for Saturday, April 19th
5:00p.m. – Qualifying (2 Laps)
Cybrer Stocks
Mini Stocks
Pro Stocks
Super Stocks
Outlaw Super Late Models

6:55p.m. – Pre-Race Ceremonies/Invocation/National Anthem
7:00p.m. – Racing Starts
Cyber Stocks Feature (20 Laps)
Mini Stocks Feature (25 Laps)
Pro Stocks Feature (30 Laps)
Super Stocks Feature (35 Laps)
Outlaw Super Late Models Feature (14th Annual Intimidator – 75 Laps)

4:56

Practice is now complete for all divisions. Brian Bergakker timed in the quickest of the day in Outlaw Super Late Models. Complete Final Practice Results for both the Outlaws and Super Stocks are coming in a few minutes.

4:55

Senneker and Frazier roll out with a minute to go.

4:53

With three minutes left, the track is empty as there seems to be no rush for other teams to take advantage of these last moments of track time.

4:52

Less than five minutes remaining in Practice.

4:51

The Flip Merwin Memorial is the first of three memorial events on the 2014 State Park Speedway schedule. The Wimmer family owned track, located west of Wausau, WI, will remember a close friend, pit crew member, and celebrated snowmobile racer with this annual event. Click here for more information.

4:51	After practicing earlier today in his other Outlaw Super Late Model at near-by Berlin Raceway, Phil Bozell is on the property now shaking his car down. Randy Chupp was in the machine earlier today until Bozell arrived. (

4:48

Just about seven minutes remaining in final Outlaw Super Late Models Practice (Top 5): Bergakker 12.803, Needles, Roahrig, Brooks, A. Bozell.

4:46	2013 Rookie of the Year, Luke Krick has climbed up to sixth on the board. (Speed51.com photo)

4:45

The NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour will be back in action after a long break on July 4th at Caraway Speedway in Sophia, NC. Andy Seuss, JR Bertuccio, George Brunnhoelzl III and more will be looking for the big Independence Day win. Click here for more information.

4:44	2012 Track Champion, Brian Bergakker leads the field late in final Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

4:43

Bergakker is now on top.

4:43	Two-Time Defending Intimidator Winner, Steve Needles is currently second quick in Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

4:42

Needles goes to p1 with the quickest lap of the day; a 12.824.

4:41	“Racer X”, Marty Crawford, at speed during final Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

4:40

Roahrig is p1 again with a 12.848 while Bergakker, Needles, A. Bozell and Crawford are the top five.

4:39	Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame driver, Andy Bozell is a 12-time Kalamazoo Speedway Outlaw Super Late Models Track Champion. (Speed51.com photo)

4:38

84 Mike Brooks has come out to turn laps as well as 83 Andy Bozell, 8 Phil Bozell and 24 Tyler Roahrig.

4:38

14 Mark Shook rolls out and is joined by 97 Matt Frazier, 13 Robbie Ferrier, 12 Brian Bergakker and 15 Chuck Greer.

4:37

Green Flag is out on the final Practice of the day at Kalamazoo Speedway.

4:36

Outlaw Super Late Models heading out onto the track for the final Practice of the day and they are: 57 Rick Senneker, 88 A.J. Foote, 32 Todd Harrington, 16 Billy Shannon, 9 Luke Krick, 47 Tom Rutherford, 16 Steve Needles, X Marty Crawford, 09 Marc Casey and 49 John Chapman.

4:34	Tyler Roahrig was p1 in the first Outlaw Super Late Models Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

4:33

Outlaw Super Late Models Practice #1 Results

1	24	Tyler Roahrig	12.836
2	12	Brian Bergakker	12.935
3	83	Andy Bozell	12.964
4	84	Mike Brooks	13.081
5	16	Steve Needles	13.141
6	9	Luke Krick	13.150
7	14	Mark Shook	13.188
8	16	Billy Shannon	13.193
9	13	Robbie Ferrier	13.203
10	32	Todd Harrington	13.234
11	X	Marty Crawford	13.244
12	88	A.J. Foote	13.283
13	97	Matt Frazier	13.376
14	8	Phil Bozell	13.411
15	47	Tom Rutherford	13.456
16	49	John Chapman	13.469
17	57	Rick Senneker	13.637
18	15	Chuck Greer	13.696
19	09	Marc Casey	14.263
20	3	Matt Corliss	No Time
21	15	Jeremy Pletz	No Time

4:33	Outlaw Super Late Models in the make ready chute for their final Practice of the day. (Speed51.comphoto)

4:32

Super Stocks are just about done practicing for today as the Outlaw Super Late Models get lined up for their final session of the afternoon.

4:31	Patrick Kirkendall has been a top five car in both Super Stock Practice Sessions. (Speed51.comphoto)

4:31

4:29	Plainwell, Michigan’s Chris Shannon climbs to third quick in this final Super Stocks Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

4:27	Kenny Head moves up to p1 with a 13.760. (Speed51.com photo)

4:27	Vicksburg, Michigan driver, Jake Hopwood will see time this season with the CRA Late Model Sportsman Series later in the year. (Speed51.com photo)

4:26

B. Head leads the early final Practice for Super Stocks with a 13.813 over Hopwood, Kirkendall, Shannon and Hardy.

4:24	Jack Cook is the 2013 Kalamazoo Speedway Cyber Stocks Track Champion and has made the big leap up to the Super Stocks for 2014. (Speed51.com photo)

4:23

2 Ron Landis makes his first appearance of the afternoon.

4:21

4:20

71 Jake Hopwood, 46 Buddy Head, 49 Scott Rugg, 62 Larry Hollenbeck, 32 Chris Shannon, 82 Patrick Kirkendall, 19 Jordan Hunderman, 15 Jerry Pierman, 33 Rob Hardy, 61 Gary Denzel and 1 Jack Cook are now rolling out for final Super Stocks Practice.

4:20

The Dirty Dozen returns to Southern National Motorsports Park on Saturday May 10 with the Mom’s the Bomb 370 featuring the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Late Models and more. This will be the third Dirty Dozen event of the season that will feature some of the top names in the LMSC ranks today. Click here for more information.

4:16	Buddy Head, the Defending Track Champion, was the quickest Super Stock in the first Practice of the day. The Middleville, MI veteran was also quick in the three pre-season test and tunes prior to today. (

4:13

Super Stocks Practice #1 Results

1	46	Buddy Head	13.653
2	26	Kenny Head	14.001
3	82	Patrick Kirkendall	14.106
4	71	Jake Hopwood	14.135
5	19	Jordan Hunderman	14.193
6	1	Kelli Jo Hofacker	14.206
7	32	Chris Shannon	14.240
8	33	Rob Hardy	14.259
9	62	Larry Hollenbeck	14.393
10	49	Scott Rugg	14.418
11	1	Jack Cook	14.851
12	15	Jerry Pierman	15.076
13	61	Gary Denzel	15.125

4:13

Super Stocks are just about ready to roll out as the Pro Stocks are completing their final Practice of the day.

4:11

The 2014 Southern Super Series will be decided at the 30th Annual All-American 400 at the Fairgrounds Speedway Nashville. Last year, Daniel Hemric beat out Bubba Pollard for the championship while Chase Elliott hoisted the guitar in victory lane. Who will get the famous guitar and who will be the 2014 SSS champion? Make your plans now to be a part of this memorable event. Click here for more information.

4:06

Pro Stocks are ready to head out for the last time today before Qualifying.

4:00

Mini Stocks are about to wrap up their Practice for today as the Pro Stocks begin lining up in the infield chute.

3:53

Cyber Stocks are done for today. The next time they hit the track will be at 5:00p.m., for Qualifying.

Mini Stocks are rolling out next for their final Hot Laps of the afternoon.

3:50

The ARCA CRA Super Series first solo points event of 2014 will take place on Saturday, April 26th at Anderson Speedway in Anderson, Indiana. The high-banked quarter-mile oval will provide great side-by-side, fender rubbing action as the best in the ARCA CRA Series will battle for 150 laps. The Four-Wheel Drives and Thunder Roadsters will also be in action. Click here for more information.

3:49

Cyber Stocks are just about to wrap up their Practice for the day as Mini Stocks begin to migrate towards the make ready chute.

3:48

3:41

Cyber Stocks have rolled back out, a few minutes early, for their final Practice of the day.

3:41

Kalamazoo Speedway is the only NASCAR Whelen All-American Series sanctioned track in the state of Michigan.

3:38	Mike Brooks is the defending Outlaw Super Late Models Track Champion here in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Speed51.com photo)

3:35

The second and final round of Practice for all five divisions will begin at 3:45p.m., and will follow the same order as the first set. Cyber Stocks, Mini Stocks, Pro Stocks, Super Stocks and Outlaw Super Late Models.

3:34

Practice #1 is complete for the Outlaw Super Late Models as Tyler Roahrig times in the quickest over Brian Bergakker, Andy Bozell, Mike Brooks and Steve Needles. Complete Practice #1 rundowns for both the Outlaw Super Late Models and Super Stocks will be coming in just a little while.

3:34

One of the biggest early-season Outlaw Super Late Model events in the country takes place on May 24…it’s the Joy Fair Memorial presented by Diamond Pistons at Flat Rock Speedway. Be there when some of the baddest and fastest racecars on the planet battle in a historic event at the Flat Rock bullring. Click here for more information.

3:31

3:31	Tyler Roahrig is p1 in the first Outlaw Super Late Models Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

3:27	New number, new car and new Car Owner in Bobby Blount for two-time defending race winner, Steve Needles. (Speed51.com photo)

3:25	2012 Track Champion, Brian Bergakker heads down the back stretch. (Speed51.com photo)

3:23	There’s nothing quite like an Outlaw Bodied Super Late Model. (Speed51.com photo)

3:22

Also on the track are: 84 Mike Brooks, 3 Matt Corliss, 15 Chuck Greer, 15 Jeremy Pletz and 09 Marc Casey.

3:21

More cars joining in are 32 Todd Harrington, 9 Luke Krick, 14 Mark Shook, 12 Brian Bergakker, 8 Phil Bozell and 47 Andrew Rutherford.

3:15

Outlaw Super Late Models are rolling out for their first Practice of the day and the teams on the track are: 24 Tyler Roahrig, 16 Steve Needles, 97 Matt Frazier, 57 Rick Senneker, 16 Billy Shannon, 88 A.J. Foote, 49 John Chapman, X Marty Crawford, 13 Robbie Ferrier and 83 Andy Bozell.

3:11

Berlin Raceway in Marne, MI will open up their 2014 season on Saturday, April 26th with the third annual Icebreaker. The Outlaw Late Models will highlight the full racing program. Adult admission is only $ for ages 8 and up. Kids 7 and under are free.Click here for more information.

3:11

Buddy Head timed in the quickest in the Super Stocks with a 13.653 while Kenny Head, Patrick Kirkendall, Jake Hopwood and Jordan Hunderman were the top five.

3:10

Complete Practice Results will be available later this afternoon as due to the logistics of the scoring tower and where Speed51 is located for today, results will not be readily available.

3:09	A slew of Outlaw Super Late Models wait to head out. (Speed51.com photo)

3:08

Outlaw Super Late Models are waiting to head out as the Super Stocks have completed their first of two Practices.

3:08	Patrick Kirkendall is third fastest so far today in Super Stocks hot laps. (Speed51.com photo)

3:07	Veteran Buddy Head sits on top of the charts in this first Super Stocks Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

3:05

1 Jack Cook has also rolled out.

3:02

Green Flag on the first of two Super Stocks Practice Sessions of the day.

3:01

82 Patrick Kirkendall has joined the pack on the track.

3:01

Super Stocks are now rolling out onto the track and they include; 46 Buddy Head, 32 Chris Shannon, 26 Kenny Head, 19 Jordan Hunderman, 33 Rich Hardy, 71 Jake Hopwood, 1 Kelli Jo Hofacker, 61 Gary Denzel, 62 Larry Hollenbeck, 15 Jerry Pierman and 49 Scott Rugg.

2:56	Super Stocks are ready to come out. (Speed51.com photo)

2:56

Brent Hook, a veteran Super Late Models and Modifieds competitor in years past, topped the charts in the first Pro Stocks Practice.

Super Stocks will roll out next.

2:54	After going grocery shopping earlier today, Barry Jenkins rolls out with his Pro Stock Station Wagon. (Speed51.com photo)

2:52

2:49	Pro Stocks are ready to roll out. (Speed51.com photo)

2:49	Sierra Lantz at Speed51 in the Mini Stocks. (Speed51.com photo)

2:48

Mini Stocks are done as the Pro Stocks get ready to come out for the first time today.

2:40

Cyber Stocks Practice #1 is complete. The Mini Stocks are now on the track and will be followed by the Pro Stocks then Super Stocks and finally Outlaw Super Late Models.

2:39	Mini Stocks are about to roll out for their first Practice of the day. (Speed51.com photo)

2:38	Doug Nelson turns laps in Cyber Stocks Practice. (Speed51.com photo)

2:36

Due to the proximity of the scoring tower from the Speed51 suite, Practice Times won’t be readily available until after the first session for all divisions.

2:32

2:30

Cyber Stocks have rolled out onto the track for the first of two practice sessions of the day.

2:29	Kalamazoo stalwarts, Andy & Phil Bozell get ready for the first race of the new season. (Speed51.com photo)

2:27	Cyber Stocks getting ready to head out for the first Practice of 2014 at Kalamazoo Speedway. (Speed51.com photo)

2:25

This race actually began in 1999 as the “Are All The Nuts And Bolts Tight 100” before changing its name to the current Intimidator in 2001 after the passing of Dale Earnhardt. Kalamazoo Speedway Promoter, Gary Howe, a huge fan of Earnhardt, decided to rename the race in his honor.

Kalamazoo legend, Randy Sweet was the winner of the original event in 1999 while Fred Campbell took the victory in 2000, the last year before the name change of the event.

2:25

(NOTE: For the 1999 and 2000 seasons, this event was known as the ‘Are All The Nuts and Bolts Tight’ 100.)

2:22

The premier division here at Kalamazoo Speedway is the Outlaw Super Late Models which are similar to Super Late Models across the country with one major difference; the slick wedge bodies these machines have.

2:21

The remaining two divisions will be treated to full Trackside Now Coverage starting with the Super Stocks, which are similar to the CRA Late Model Sportsman Series or Big 8 Limited Late Model Series cars from the Midwestern United States. A Pro Late Model type car, Kalamazoo Speedway races these machines on Hoosier 970 tires with 8-inch rims.

2:18

The Cyber Stocks will be on the track first today at 2:30p.m., and they are front wheel drive four and six cylinder machines. This division is considered the ‘beginners’ class here at Kalamazoo Speedway with little to no modifications to the cars.

The Mini Stocks are rear wheel drive four-cylinders and a little more advanced than the Cyber Stocks division. Primarily Mustang type cars, the teams are also allowed limited racing components.

The Pro Stocks division is similar to Street Stocks from around the country and closely resemble the CRA Street Stocks Series.

These three support divisions will receive limited coverage in today’s Trackside Now.

2:12

There is no pre-entry list for the Intimidator, so a driver roster will be gathered as we go here this afternoon.

It is a beautiful sunny day here in Kalamazoo, Michigan. No clouds in the sky and current temperature is at 61 degrees. About normal for this time of year in the Great Lakes State.

2:11

AP Brakes is the official sponsor of Speed51.com’s Twitter account.Follow us today @Speed51dotcom. Click here to follow Speed51.com on Twitter, @speed51dotcom.

2:11

2:10

Schedule of Events for Saturday, April 19th
2:30p.m – Practice Session #1 (In Order)
Cyber Stocks
Mini Stocks
Pro Stocks
Super Stocks
Outlaw Super Late Models
3:45p.m. – Practice Session #2 (In Order)
Cyber Stocks
Mini Stocks
Pro Stocks
Super Stocks
Outlaw Super Late Models

5:00p.m. – Qualifying (2 Laps)
Cybrer Stocks
Mini Stocks
Pro Stocks
Super Stocks
Outlaw Super Late Models

2:06

Tech is ongoing for all five classes here this afternoon as Practice will start at 2:30p.m. A complete order of events will be available soon.

2:03	Speed51.com’s view from high above Kalamazoo Speedway (MI). (Speed51.com photo)

2:02

2:01

Good Afternoon and welcome to Speed51.com’s Trackside Now Coverage of the 14th annual Intimidator, the first major of the 2014 racing season for Outlaw Super Late Models.

The fast 3/8s (0.375) mile high-banked paved oval of Kalamazoo Speedway in Kalamazoo, Michigan hosts this important first race for the wedge bodies creations that race primarily in the state of Michigan as well as in Northern Indiana and Northern Ohio.

2:00

DISCLAIMER: All updates posted on Speed51.com’s Trackside Now are property of 51 Sports, LLC and may not be duplicated in any form unless prior permission has been given by 51 Sports, LLC.

Kalamazoo Speedway, Mike Brooks, Outlaw Super Late Models

April 19, 2014 8:00 pm

Trackside Now – Intimidator 75- Kalamazoo Speedway (MI) – 4/19/14

Trackside Now – Intimidator 75- Kalamazoo Speedway (MI) – 4/19/14

Trackside Now – Blastoff 2014 Weekend – Waterford Speedbowl (CT) – 4/13/14

Trackside Now: VMRS Spring Dash 100 – Monadnock Speedway (NH) – 4/19/14