Budweiser Modifieds Place Car No. Driver 1st 15 Red Vann

Orlando’s Eddie Thornton was again the dominant force as he won his fifth consecutive South 40 Motorsports Classic Auto Racing Series feature event Saturday night at Ocala Speedway.

Budweiser Modifieds, Place Car No. Driver, 1st 71 Eddie Kilbury, 2nd 15 Red Vann, 3rd 32 Alan McCafferty, 4th 57 E.J. Wise

The clouds moved in as race time drew near, but the rain held off and we had a full evening of racing consisting of all of our regular classes plus School Bus Figure 8’s, a Demolition Derby and a Limited Late Model exhibition.

Ocala, FL, June 30, 2001 – The Ocala Speedway was under threat of rain, but the showers never came. Racing was hot and the stands were packed for the regular Saturday night features and the special SARA Modifieds 50-lap race.

The Ford of Ocala Jr. Cups opened the evening’s event. Victory Gentry (39) sat on the pole for the heat and won, she retained the pole for the race. Elizabeth Gentry (60) sat on the outside.

The Coca-Cola Four Cylinder Bombers started off the night of racing. Michella McConley (224) sat on the pole, and Harry Drier (61) sat on the outside. A false start occurred on the first attempt to start so a full double- up restart was called. The second start attempt was also bad so the third attempt was made from single file. McConley jumped well, but Drier quickly took the lead

Ocala, FL, May 26, 2001 – Once again Ocala Speedway was the place to be on Saturday night. All the regular features ran and the Coca-Cola 4-Cylinder Bombers ran a 15-lap race. The popular Classic Cars were in town for the first time this season.

Orlando’s Eddie Thornton thrilled the large crowd with some gutsy driving Saturday night as the South 40 Motorsports Classic Auto Racing Series visited Ocala Speedway, but his elation of getting his first win of the year turned to bitter disappointment as his car did not pass tech thus handing the win and the points lead to fellow Orlandoa

Ocala, FL, May 19, 2001 – The racing was hot tonight at Ocala Speedway. The cool breeze made it comfortable for the fans to watch the special 25-lap features and the first $10,000-to-win ENDURO of the season.

Ocala, FL, May 12, 2001 – Ocala Speedway hosted the Eve of Destruction tonight. Smash ’em, bash ’em, race ’em, crash ’em: Standard fare at Florida’s fastest short track.

Ocala, FL, May 5, 2001 – Ocala Speedway was packed to the gills with fans who came to see the great racing. All the regular features were run, and tonight, the full moon provided the sole source of light for the Lights Out race.

Ocala, FL, April 28, 2001 – Ocala Speedway continues to make improvements to the facilities. Starting Tuesday May 1, 2001, construction will begin on the new bathrooms. The building will be brand

Ocala, FL, April 21, 2001 – A brisk breeze brought cooling winds to Ocala Speedway. To see great racing is the reason the fans come to fill the stands, and great racing is exactly what they got.

Ocala, FL, April 14, 2001 – After a brief, cooling rain shower, the sun reappeared and turned Ocala Speedway into a picture of green and gold. The SARA Late Models were in town to run their 100-lap feature. Many fans

Ocala, FL, April 7, 2001 – Ocala Speedway is undergoing big changes! The new concession stands now sport bright red and white paint, accented with shiny black and white tiles. The restrooms will be the next component o

Ocala, FL, March 31, 2001 – Ocala Speedway was under clear skies and a cool breeze blew as Speedo the Clown and “Rosie” made a spectacular salute to the flag, kicking off a great night of racing.

OCALA, FL; March 17, 2001 – Ocala Speedway was showing off its green tonight. The St. Patrick’s day crowd was fired up and displaying a definite good cheer. Kid favorites were the “kiddie rides” that were held during the half-time break.

Ocala, FL, March 10, 2001 – Ocala Speedway was buzzing with activity under a big, orange moon. The regular features were filled with cars, and the first running of the Unlimited Pro Figure 8 proved to be exciting.

Ocala Speedway was thundering with action tonight. A full slate of racing and the Chitwood Stunt show kept fans in the packed stands all night. The Junior Cup Cars were first up. Conner Baxley (64) took the lead,

Ocala, FL, February 24, 2001 – At Ocala Speedway, the stands were packed with racing fans of all ages. A candlelight tribute and prayer was observed for the great Dale Earnhardt and his family. Fireworks capped off a great night of racing.

Tonight was opening night at Ocala Speedway for the 2001 season. The stands were packed to capacity, and the drivers were rearing to go. All features were 25 laps with an extra B Main for the Outlaw Winged Sprints.