BIG DIAMOND RACEWAY RETURNS TO ACTION IN THE MONTH OF MARCH…By Gary Lileck

Forestville, PA January 30, 2010 - Big Diamond Raceway celebrates its 39th year of operation in 2010, and a hearty schedule containing over 35 events has been released.

The new year begins with an open practice on Sunday March 21. For many years, the speedway traditionally opened with a Sunday practice session. In 2010, the facility has reverted back to a familiar custom. Drivers will have the opportunity to perform necessary adjustments on their equipment, in preparation for the new racing season. The event carries a tentative start time of 5:00PM.

One week later, the 3/8th mile clay oval presents a double header card of excitement as the energetic Big Block Modifieds kick the new season into gear. By popular demand, the wingless ARDC Midgets complete the two division show. It marks the first of three ARDC appearances in 2010.

A regular Friday night show consists of 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, and Roadrunners. The first points race is Friday April 2. Just one week later on Friday April 9, the 358 Modified feature is a 40-lap contest paying $3000 to win.

History is about to be rewritten at Big Diamond Raceway this year. The O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Sprint Cars have scheduled an event for Sunday May 2 along with ARDC. It is the first ever appearance for ASCoC at the speedway, and it will mark the return of 410 Sprint-car racing to the Forestville area.

Another historical moment takes place on Sunday July 25 when the O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series tests the Big Diamond clay for the very first time. The popular Winged Super Sportsman division returns, making this double header card a must see event.

The always entertaining Nutty Buddy Enduro Series will enjoy six racing dates in 2010, with the opener scheduled for Sunday April 18. An Enduro series event consists of three separate classes: 6/8 Cylinder, 4 Cylinder, and Ladies Race. The Ladies division is reminded that they will be included on each of the six scheduled events this year.

As the season approaches, remember to check the official track website at www.bigdiamondraceway.com for news and updates.


2010 BIG DIAMOND RACEWAY UPDATED SCHEDULE

Sunday March 21 - Open Practice.

Sunday March 28 - Yuengling Brewery presents Big Block Modifieds and ARDC Midgets.

Friday April 2 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday April 9 - 358 Modifieds (40-laps, $3000 to win), Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday April 16 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday April 18 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #1.

Friday April 23 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday April 30 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Sunday May 2 - O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Sprint-Cars, ARDC Midgets.

Friday May 7 - Yetter Law Offices Night. 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday May 14 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Sunday May 16 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race # 2.

Friday May 21 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday May 28 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday May 30 - Open Modifieds (tentative), Sportsman, Roadrunners. Memorial Day Weekend Picnic.

Friday June 4 - Seltzer Insurance Night. USAC Sprint-Car Series, 358 Modifieds.

Friday June 11 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Sunday June 13 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #3 .

Friday June 18 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday June 25 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday July 2 - Ken’s Tire Presents Big Foot Monster Truck and Memorial Race. 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday July 9 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Sunday July 11 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #4.

Friday July 16 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners, and Roadrunner Kauffman’s BBQ Chicken Run Challenge.

Friday July 23 - 348 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Sunday July 25 - O’Reilly All Star Late Model Series, Winged Super Sportsman Tour.

Friday July 30 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday August 6 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday August 13 - 358 Modifieds, 358 Modified Pepsi Challenge, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Sunday August 15 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #5.

Friday August 20 - 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday August 27 - Big Diamond Fan Page Awards Night. 358 Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners.

Friday September 3 - Sportsman Coalcracker 50, Roadrunners, 358 Modified Non-Winners Race.

Sunday September 5 - 358 Modified Coalcracker 100 (Rain-date Sunday September 12).

Sunday September 12 - Nutty Buddy Enduro Series Race #6 (Rain-date Sunday September 25).

Saturday October 2 - Diamond Nationals.

Sunday October 3 - Diamond Nationals.

***The Diamond Nationals schedule will include- Big Block Modifieds, Sportsman, Roadrunners, URC Sprints, Small Block Modifieds, ARDC Midgets.