INCLEMENT WEATHER FORECASTED THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND CANCELS HOVIS RUSH LATE MODEL FLYNN’S TIRE/GUNTER’S HONEY TOURING SERIES EVENT AT Bridgeport Speedway By Mike Leone
April 3, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Swedesboro, NJ)…With periodic rain showers forecasted throughout the entire weekend in addition to high temperatures only in the 50s on Saturday, the $10,000 to-win Hovis Auto & Truck Supply RUSH Dirt Late Model Flynn’s Tire/Gunter’s Honey Touring Series event presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic and Insinger Performance scheduled for Bridgeport Motorsports Park April 4-5 with a rain date of April 6 has been cancelled.
“It’s unfortunate the weather wasn’t in our favor,” stated RUSH Director Vicki Emig. “We were really looking forward to having the showplace that Bridgeport is host the first ever RUSH-sanctioned event in New Jersey, and kickoff our Touring Series season in the biggest way possible. After averaging 40 cars per event in 2024, we were expecting a tremendous high turnout of cars from all over the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Mid-Ohio Valley, but Mother Nature had other ideas. With rain in the forecast every day this weekend and not ideal weather on Saturday with the chilly temps along with the travel that most teams were facing, we fully support Bridgeport promoter Doug Rose’s decision to cancel the event today.”
We did consider racing without the Late Models, but temps are just to cold for racing. High of 50 at race time and damp air, we felt it was best to stay home and drink some delicious hot chocolate đ
Next Up……. đ Saturday April 12 đ MODIFIEDS â presented by Danny’s Pizza Pizzazz đ SPRINT CARS – Mid Atlantic Sprint Series đ SPORTSMAN â presented by Ice Less llc. đ STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus đ 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS đ ROOKIES đ˘ FLEX SCHEDULE â If weather is warm and sunny we could flex the schedule 1 -2 hours later! đ 2:00 Pits ($35/$45) đ 3:00 Grandstands ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) đŚ 4:00 Cars on track
âźď¸ CANCELED âźď¸ LATE MODELS & SLIDERS THIS WEEKEND FOR RUSH LATE MODELS AT SLIDE JOB CITY, BRIDGEPORT MOTORSPORTS PARK. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY OUT THIS SATURDAY NIGHT FOR A GREAT NIGHT OF RACING & FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT. Please Like & Share this post âźď¸ đ˘ With a $10,000 payday and 50 lap main event, we expect a HUGE turnout of Late Models at New Jersey’s premier dirt track facility presented by @Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic. Fueled by Insinger Performance ! đ Friday April 4 – presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic đ LATE MODELS â RUSH SERIES đ WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel đ SPORTSMAN â presented by Ice Less llc. đ STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus đ 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS đ 3:30 Pits ($35/$45) đ 5:00 Grandstands ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) đŚ 6:00 Cars on track (FULL PROGRAM OF HEATS, B MAINS, & FEATURES FOR Wingless Sprints, Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinders) (no points for Friday Night program)
đ Saturday April 5 – presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic đ LATE MODELS â 50 laps, $10,000 to win đ SPORTSMAN â $1500 to win đ WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel đ STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus đ 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS đ˘ FLEX SCHEDULE â If weather is warm and sunny we could flex the schedule 1 hour later! đ 1:00 Pits ($35/$45) đ 3:00 Grandstands ($30 Adults, $15 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) đŚ 4:00 Cars on track (FULL PROGRAM OF HEATS, B MAINS, & FEATURES FOR Wingless Sprints, Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinders) (full points for Saturday Night program)
âźď¸ LATE MODELS + SLIDE JOBS = FANS DREAM COME TRUE. THIS WEEKEND CATCH THE ACTION ON THE HIGH BANKS AT SLIDEJOB CITY, BRIDGEPORT MOTORSPORTS PARK. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY OUT THIS SATURDAY NIGHT FOR A GREAT NIGHT OF RACING & FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT. Please Like & Share this post âźď¸ đ˘ With a $10,000 payday and 50 lap main event, we expect a HUGE turnout of Late Models at New Jersey’s premier dirt track facility presented by @Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic. Fueled by Insinger Performance ! đ Friday April 4 – presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic đ LATE MODELS â RUSH SERIES đ WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel đ SPORTSMAN â presented by Ice Less llc. đ STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus đ 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS đ 3:30 Pits ($35/$45) đ 5:00 Grandstands ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) đŚ 6:00 Cars on track (FULL PROGRAM OF HEATS, B MAINS, & FEATURES FOR Wingless Sprints, Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinders) (no points for Friday Night program)
đ Saturday April 5 – presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic đ LATE MODELS â 50 laps, $10,000 to win đ SPORTSMAN â $1500 to win đ WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel đ STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus đ 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS đ˘ FLEX SCHEDULE â If weather is warm and sunny we could flex the schedule 1 hour later! đ 1:00 Pits ($35/$45) đ 3:00 Grandstands ($30 Adults, $15 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) đŚ 4:00 Cars on track (FULL PROGRAM OF HEATS, B MAINS, & FEATURES FOR Wingless Sprints, Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinders) (full points for Saturday Night program)
Opening Points Night a Huge Success at Bridgeport Motorsports Park presented by All State Auto Glass.
The 2025 points season at Bridgeport Motorsports Park roared to life with a spectacular opening night that thrilled fans and competitors alike. A staggering 111 cars filled the pit area, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere. The grandstands were packed with a vigorous crowd eager to witness the high-octane action, and they were not disappointed.
The track crew delivered a picturesque racing surface that set the stage for thrilling battles across all divisions. The action was relentless, with standout performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats all night long.
Dillon Steuer Rockets to Victory in Dannyâs Pizza Pizzazz Modifieds. Dillon Steuer kicked off his season in dominant fashion, charging past Rick Laubach to seize the lead in the Dannyâs Pizza Pizzazz Modifieds. Once out front, Steuer was untouchable, driving away from the field to capture the checkered flag and set the tone for what promises to be an exciting season.
All State Auto Glass Shines in Mid Atlantic Sprint Car Series. The night belonged to All State Auto Glass, the eveningâs presenting sponsor, as Robert DeVault steered the All State Auto Glass #4 to victory in the Mid Atlantic Sprint Car Series. DeVault held off a determined challenge from the previous weekâs winner, Dave Brown, to secure the win and put an exclamation mark on a successful night for the sponsor.
Travis Hill Victorious in Ice Less Sportsman Division. Hill piloted his new ride, the Howie Finch-owned Ice Less #4, to victory in the highly competitive Ice Less Sportsman division. Hill had to fend off a late-race surge from Joe Toth, who looked strong in his points debut as the new chauffeur of the Dave Adams #37, but Hillâs steady hand guided him to the win.
Thomas Radivoy Claims Victory Fuel Wingless Sprint Car Win. Radivoy showed his prowess by outpacing the competition and taking home a well-earned victory.
Eric Degler Outruns Tim Jones in 4-Cylinder Stock Duel. The 4-Cylinder Stock car main event delivered a thrilling duel, with Eric Degler outlasting Tim Jones to claim the win in a closely contested battle.
Mike Hughes Tops Insta Signs Plus Street Stocks.The night concluded with Hughes taking the top spot in the Insta Signs Plus Street Stocks, capping off an evening full of excitement and memorable moments.
Next Up: RUSH Late Models Invade Bridgeport April 4-5 The excitement continues as Bridgeport Motorsports Park prepares to host the RUSH Late Model division for the first time ever on April 4 and 5. Fans wonât want to miss this historic event as the action promises to reach new heights. Friday April 4 – presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic LATE MODELS â RUSH SERIES WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel SPORTSMAN â presented by Ice Less llc. STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS 3:30 Pits ($35/$45) 5:00 Grandstands ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) 6:00 Cars on track (FULL PROGRAM OF HEATS, B MAINS, & FEATURES FOR Wingless Sprints, Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinders) (no points for Friday Night program)
Saturday April 5 – presented by Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic LATE MODELS â 50 laps, $10,000 to win SPORTSMAN â $1500 to win WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS FLEX SCHEDULE â If weather is warm and sunny we could flex the schedule 1 hour later! 1:00 Pits ($35/$45) 3:00 Grandstands ($30 Adults, $15 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) 4:00 Cars on track (FULL PROGRAM OF HEATS, B MAINS, & FEATURES FOR Wingless Sprints, Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinders) (full points for Saturday Night program)
Dannyâs Pizza Pizzazz Modifieds 1. Dillon Steuer 2. Rick Laubach 3. HJ Bunting 4. Billy Osmun 5. Billy Pauch Jr. 6. Neal Williams 7. Sam martz Jr 8. Ryan Krachun 9. Sam Martz Sr 10. Cole Stangle 11. Roger Manning 12. Dominick Buffalino 13. Colbey Frye 14. Stan Frankenfield 15. Cale Ross 16. Kevin Hirthler 17. Rusty Smith 18. Mike Losowski 19. Brandon Grosso 20. Mike Franz 21. Justin Grosso 22. Blaine Bracelin 23. Frank Cozze 24. Sean Metz
Sprint Cars 1) Bob Devault 2) Dave Brown 3) Brian Carber 4) Aidan Borden 5) Troy Betts 6) Buddy Schweibinz 7) Shelby Kelly 8 ) Larry McVay 9) Timmy Bittner 10) Tim Iulg 11) Dylan Smith 12) Jeff Paulson 13) Thomas Radivoy 14) DJ Tanner 15) Rich Janney 16) Justin Knowlen 17) Andrew Turpin 18) Kevin Nagy 19) Ryan Schultz 20) Jon Brennfleck 21) Rick Steif 22) Johnathon Swift 23) Mike Shea 24) Rory Janney DNQ: Andy Mahan, Steve Shultz, John Smith
Victory Fuel Wingless Sprints 1. Thomas Radivoy 2. Dan Leaper 3. Brian Spencer 4. Buddy Schweibinz 5. Joe Kata 6. Shea Wills 7. Stan Ploski 8. JR Fulper 9. Jonathon Swanson 10. David Swanson 11. Heidi Hedin 12. Kurt Sodano 13. Dirk Rimortt 14. Greg Shepsis
Ice Less llc. Sportsman Modifieds 1. Travis Hill 2. Joe Toth 3. Jax Yohn 4. Steven Kemery 5. Luke Bunting 6. Jesse Hirthler 7. David Jenkins 8. Billy Chester 9. Jimmy Wyers 10. Howie Finch 11. Thomas Prychka 12. Brian Rogers 13. Mike Hughes 14. Mike Esposito 15. Robert Tete 16. Kenny Ott 17. Brad Roberts 18. Ethan Bill 19. Matt Peck 20. Dave Damiano 21. Ethan Young 22. PJ Bozowski 23. Pete Serra 24. Wayne Weaver 25. Tim Borrer 26. Ron Solomon
4 Cylinder Stock Cars 1. Eric Degler 2. Tim Jones 3. Colin Gale 4. Lee allen 5. Joe Garey Jr 6. John Healy 7. Byaden Morrison 8. Kelly Fleming 9. Roger Kummerer 10. Joe Garey Sr. 11. Kevin Carr
Street Stocks 1. Mike Hughes 2. Spider Ensinger Jr. 3. Gary Klimeczak 4. Gary Bozowski 5. Spider Ensinger Sr. 6. Terry Chaney 7. Mike Baldwin 8. Nick Sandone III
SWEDESBORO, NJ: Itâs Go Time: Points Season Opener at Bridgeport Motorsports Park
The wait is over, and the engines are ready to roar once again at Bridgeport Motorsports Park as the 2025 points season opener kicks off with an action-packed night of racing. The top racers from across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware will converge on the high-banked 4/10-mile track and go head-to-head in pursuit of early-season glory.
Can Pauch Jr. Go Back-to-Back? All eyes will be on Billy Pauch Jr., the returning Modified champion, who topped the division last season and is looking to defend his title. But the road to another championship wonât be easy as a trio of invaders, Brandon Grosso, Justin Grosso, and Dominick Buffalino, are set to shake things up. Each driver is eager to park it in victory lane and upset the reigning champ on his home turf.
Adding to the intensity, fan favorites Neal Williams, Ryan Krachun, and 2024 points runner up Dillon Steuer are back and determined to take over the Kingdom. These drivers have shown flashes of brilliance, consistency, and visited victory lane in ’24. These drivers are certainly capable of stealing the spotlight from Pauch Jr. in this yearâs title chase.
The high-speed thrills of Winged Sprint Car racing continues with the return of the Mid-Atlantic Sprint Series to Bridgeport. Known for their blistering speeds and daring moves, the MASS drivers are ready to put on a show that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
A New Season, Same Fierce Competition. The best of the best in the Sportsman Modified division will also be back in action, showcasing their skills weekly at the Kingdom of Speed. Leading the charge is 2024 Sportsman champion Ethan Bill, who is determined to hold off a hungry field of competitors looking to dethrone him. The Sportsman division at Bridgeport is stocked full of rising stars, and this season promises no shortage of talent and intensity.
As if the night couldnât get any more exciting, Bridgeport is adding even more variety to the program. Fans will be treated to the slide job action of the Victory Fuel Wingless Sprint Cars, offering edge-of-your-seat excitement. Also on the docket are Street Stocks and 4-Cylinder Stock Cars, ensuring plenty of side-by-side action and unpredictable finishes throughout the night.
The Battle Begins with a mix of returning champions, invading contenders, and an expanded slate of divisions, the 2025 season points opener at Bridgeport Motorsports Park is shaping up to be a canât-miss event. As the engines fire up and the green flag drops, fans can expect nothing less than high-octane, wheel-to-wheel action as the battle for the championship begins.
Gates open early, so be sure to arrive in time to secure your seat and witness the return of the stars of Bridgeport Motorsports Park. Itâs go time!
Saturday March 29 – presented by All State Auto Glass
1:00 Pits ($35/$45)
2:30 Grandstands ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE)
âźď¸ THE POINTS SEASON BEGINS THIS SATURDAY NIGHT FOR ALL DIVISION AT BRIDGEPORT MOTORSPORTS PARK!. The Saturday event will by presented by All State Auto Glass, Featuring Modified’s & Sprint Cars (Winged & Wingless) + Sportsman, Street Stocks, & 4 Cylinder Stock Cars Please Like & Share this post âźď¸ đ Saturday March 29 – presented by All State Auto Glass đ MODIFIEDS â presented by Danny’s Pizza Pizzazz đ SPRINT CARS – Mid Atlantic Sprint Series đ SPORTSMAN â presented by Ice Less llc. đ WINGLESS SPRINT CARS â presented by Victory Fuel đ STREET STOCKS â presented by Insta Signs Plus đ 4 CYLINDER STOCK CARS đ˘ FLEX SCHEDULE â If weather is warm and sunny we could flex the schedule 1 hour later! đ 1:00 Pits ($35/$45) đ 2:30 Grandstands ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) đŚ 3:45 Cars on track
Before a packed house on Saturday afternoon at Bridgeport Motorsports Park, Stewart Friesen and young gun Alex Payne thrilled the crowd with a cat-and-mouse battle for the lead in the Bob Hilbert Sportswear Short Track Super Series (STSS) Fueled By Sunoco â60 Over Specialâ in memory of Doug Hoffman.
Friesen prevailed in the 60-lap main, collecting $6,060 for his efforts at the Kingdom of Speed.
âAlex (Payne) was setting a heck of a pace,â Friesen said. âI was trying to watch his tire and hoping he would wear it out, but he wasnât slowing down. I had to pick it up a little bit.
âIt was a great track for an afternoon show. We got to race all over it there.â
The win for Friesen was his 52nd on the series and first STSS conquest at Bridgeport since April 23, 2017 on the former five-eighths-mile layout.
Saturdayâs STSS Modified event served as Round No. 2 of the NJ Quality Drywall South Region title chase.
Billy Pauch Jr., who picked the pole during the Beyea Custom Headers Redraw, led the opening six laps before New Yorkâs Payne â making his Bridgeport debut for the STSS event â powered into the top spot following a double-file restart.
Payne established command of the event while Friesen â who started sixth â moved into the runner-up spot prior to the raceâs one-third mark.
With that, the lead battle was on.
Payne â running masterfully around the South Jersey high banks â kept Friesen at bay until the 47th tour of the four-tenths-mile.
Friesen swept around the outside of Payne after a restart with 14 laps remaining.
âAfter those restarts, he (Payne) came down to protect the bottom and I was able to get my momentum up and drive around him,â Friesen added.
Matt Sheppard, who started 11th, emerged as a contender late in the main event, taking third with 10 laps to go and surpassing Payne for second on lap 57.
Sheppard, of Savannah, N.Y., trailed Friesen across the Sunoco checkered flag.
âI feel like we had a really good car again, especially on the longer runs,â Sheppard said. âThe later the race went on, the better we got. We were passing cars pretty good at the beginning of the race, but it seemed like every restart I ended up in the wrong spot.
âIt says a lot about this team that we were able to claw through all that and get up to second.â
Canandaigua, N.Y.âs Payne, with the newly acquired backing of Todd English for STSS competition, completed the podium.
âThis place is really cool,â Payne offered. âI needed those (practice) laps last night. I got here and I was super uncomfortable and not very good. We kept picking away at it. Today, I got to where I could race.
âI really didnât know what the race was going to do or anything about the surface and how it changes. I didnât quite keep up as a driver with it.â
Alex Yankowski of Covington Township, Pa., drove the Millmanâs NAPA Auto Parts No. 84Y to fourth, up from 14th, and Anthony Perrego of Walden, N.Y., climbed from 24th to finish fifth in Vinnie Salernoâs No. 4*, righting the teamâs string of misfortune.
Completing the top 10 were 25th-starter Dillon Steuer of Bohemia, N.Y.; Justin Grosso of Belle Mead, N.J., moving forward from 21st; Modified rookie Logan Watt of Boyertown, Pa.; Brandon Grosso of Belle Mead, N.J., recovering from a mid-race flat left-rear tire; and Cale Ross of Lambertville, N.J., after starting 16th.
Danny Bouc was the ATL Fuel Cells Hot Lap Hero at 16.152 seconds.
Heat winners were Payne, Ryan Godown and Laubach. Joseph Watson scored the consolation triumph.
Quebecâs Donovan Lussier made the tow south worthwhile in the 44-lap STSS Sportsman event, leaving for the Great White North with a $4,444 payday, his first win with the series.
Lussier, who was denied victory by misfortune in Florida, turned his luck around on Garden State soil in Round No. 2 of the Belmontâs Garage South Region.
Lussier took advantage of his third starting position to take the lead on the eighth lap with an outside pass of Matt Ellery.
Despite lapped traffic, changing track conditions and a rash of yellows, Lussier prevailed.
Ellery, of South Plainfield, N.J., was second, followed by 22nd-starter James Hill of Laurel, Del., with a late-race climb, seventh-starter Ethan Bill of Pilesgrove, N.J., and Steve Davis of Cream Ridge, N.J., after starting ninth.
Matt Peck was the Fastline Performance Hot Lap Hero at 17.585 seconds.
Heat winners were Joe Toth, Bill, Lussier and Stephen Kemery. Consolation victories went to Dylan Madsen and Jarod Millman.
The Bob Hilbert Sportswear Short Track Super Series Fueled By Sunoco returns to action Tuesday, May 6 at N.Y.âs Accord Speedway, the opener for the Modified HYTORC of New York North Region and Sportsman Madsen Overhead Doors Inc. North Region.
The next NJ Quality Drywall South Region program takes place Tuesday, May 27 at Foley Cat Action Track USA in Kutztown, Pa., in the âBerks County Brawlâ special.
Bridgeport Motorsports Park is located at 83 Floodgate Road Swedesboro, NJ 08085. To learn more, visit www.bridgeportmotorsportspark.com or call 856.467.4407 or 856.467.4408.
To learn more about the Short Track Super Series Fueled By Sunoco, visit www.shorttracksuperseries.com, e-mail bdmotorsportsmedia@gmail.com, check out âShort Track Super Seriesâ on Facebook or @ShortTrackSS on (X) or Instagram.
The Short Track Super Series is presented by Bob Hilbert Sportswear, FloRacing, American Racer, Lias Tire, Sunoco Race Fuels, BDR Speed, NJ Quality Drywall, HYTORC of New York, Ollieâs, Penske Racing Shocks, Saint Lawrence Radiology, Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, Bicknell Racing Products, Behrentâs Performance Warehouse, Madsen Overhead Doors, Belmontâs Garage, Wegner Automotive, DIG Race Products, ATL, Dirt Draft, Swagger Factory Apparel, F.X. Caprara Car Companies, Algonkin Motel LLC, Beyea Custom Headers, Design for Vision, Sunglass Central, Dirt Track Digest TV, DKM Fabrication, EIBACH, Fastline Performance, Flach Performance Products, Henryâs Headers & Exhaust Systems, JK Signworks, JLR Technologies, Dave Prime Jr. MAC Tools, MD3, PEM Engineering, Schultz Racing Fuel Cells, SRI Performance, Superior Remodeling, Swift Springs, The Exotic Brand, TV 12 Racing Products, VAHLCO Wheels & Wilwood Disc Brakes.
â60 OVER SPECIALâ RESULTS SUMMARY â BRIDGEPORT MOTORSPORTS PARK MARCH 22, 2025
American Racer/Lias Tire Bonuses (FREE Tire Certificate): Justin Grosso(seventh & Tanner Van Doren (11th) ATL Fuel Cell Hot Lap Hero ($100): Danny Bouc (16.152 seconds) Behrentâs Performance Warehouse Bonuses ($50 Gift Card): Alex Yankowski(fourth) & Brandon Grosso (ninth) Beyea Custom Headers Redraw Bonus ($50): Matt Stangle (Redrew 12th) Design for Vision Sunglass Central Bonus (Oakley Sunglasses): Stewart Friesen Henryâs Exhaust Power Position ($50 Certificate): Tanner Van Doren(11th) MD3 Most Laps Led ($100 Certificate): Alex Payne(39 laps) Penske Racing Shocks Bonuses: Stewart Friesen (first – $150 certificate); Matt Sheppard (second – $100 certificate); Alex Payne (third – $75 certificate) Swift Springs Hard Luck Award (FREE Spring Certificate): Billy Osmun III Wilwood Brakes âLucky 7â Bonus ($100 Certificate): Justin Grosso(seventh)
Did Not Qualify: Howie Finch; Kolyn Schane; Luke Bunting; David Rogers; Thomas Prychka; Robert Tete; Pete Serra; Nick Zielinski; Justin Newhard; Justin Miller; Brayden Shelton; Paulie Hartwig III
American Racer/Lias Tire Bonus (FREE Tire Certificate): Jesse Hirthler(eighth) Beyea Custom Headers Redraw Bonus ($25): Ryan Heim(Redrew 11th) Fastline Performance Hot Lap Hero ($50): Matt Peck(17.585 seconds) Fastline Performance Bonuses ($100 Certificate): Matt Ellery(second) & Ryan Simmons (12th) Henryâs Exhaust Power Position ($50 Certificate): Dylan Madsen (11th) Swift Springs Hard Luck Award (FREE Spring Certificate): Joe Toth
SWEDESBORO, The anticipation is palpable as the Short Track Super Series (STSS) prepares to kick off the Doug Hoffman Memorial at Bridgeport Motorsports Park’s season opener. This yearâs event promises to be even more thrilling, with a loaded roster of top-tier talent ready to battle it out on the newly resurfaced track. Adding to the excitement, the season opener will honor one of dirt racingâs most beloved figures with the annual Doug Hoffman Memorial, ensuring an emotionally charged and competitive night of racing.
The Doug Hoffman Memorial adds prestige to the season opener. The Doug Hoffman Memorial, held in honor of the legendary driver and former Bridgeport promoter, continues to be a staple in the Bridgeport schedule. Hoffmanâs influence on Northeast dirt racing is immeasurable, and his legacy lives on through this annual event that brings the best of the best to the high banks of Bridgeport. Drivers and fans alike cherish the opportunity to pay tribute to a man who left an indelible mark on the sport.
Past editions of the Doug Hoffman Memorial have delivered unforgettable moments, and this yearâs version is shaping up to be no different. With a deep field of Modified stars itching to test their mettle on the revamped surface, the stakes couldnât be higher as the STSS kicks off Bridgeport’s 2025 campaign.
A new surface brings new challenges and excitement to Bridgeport Motorsports Park, affectionately known as âThe Kingdom of Speed,â has undergone significant improvements during the offseason. The most notable upgrade is the new racing surface, designed to provide smoother, wider, and more competitive racing. The new clay has been meticulously prepared to deliver a consistent surface while maintaining the wide, multi-groove characteristics that have made Bridgeport a fan favorite.Â
Drivers got their first taste of the revamped surface during an open practice session on March 15, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. âThe track is great,â said Dominic Buffalino after logging several practice laps. Track promoter, Doug Rose stated âItâs smooth, consistant, and track crew did an amazing job. I think weâre going to see some of the best racing weâve ever had at Bridgeport this weekend.â
Adding to the weekendâs excitement, the Sportsman division is also drawing attention with a booming Hoffman Memorial winnerâs share presented by ICE LESS llc. up for grabs. The top prize of $4,444 has attracted a strong field of Sportsman competitors eager to cash in on this lucrative payout. The impressive purse is a testament to Bridgeportâs commitment to rewarding grassroots racers while delivering high-stakes action for the fans.
âThis is huge for the Sportsman guys,â said Rose. âA payout like this is a game-changer, and itâs going to make the race that much more intense. Everyoneâs going to be gunning for that top spot.â
With a mix of local favorites and traveling stars from as far as Canada to Delaware ready to take on the challenge, the ICE LESS Sportsman race promises to be one of the most fiercely contested events of the weekend. The increased payout will undoubtedly push drivers to the limit as they battle for bragging rights and a substantial payday.
Stacked field ready for battle as the green flag approaches for the Bridgeport STSS season opener, the competition is shaping up to be fierce. Defending series champions, up-and-coming talents, and seasoned veterans are all primed to put on a show for the packed Bridgeport crowd. With the Doug Hoffman Memorial $6060 pay day, an prodigious Sportsman purse, and valuable early-season points on the line, expect nothing less than an all-out battle when the engines roar to life.
The combination of an elite field, a reimagined racing surface, and the weight of tradition makes this yearâs STSS season opener at Bridgeport a canât-miss event. Fans will witness history in the making as the stars of the series test their skills and strategies on a track that promises to deliver edge-of-your-seat action from start to finish.
Friday March 21 – presented by ICE LESS llc. 3:30 Pits – ($40) 5:00 Grandstands â ($25 Adults, $10 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) 6:00 Cars on track
Saturday March 22 – presented by ICE LESS llc. 12:00 Pits ($45) 1:30 Grandstands ($30 Adults, $15 Students (10-15), Kids 9 & under FREE) 2:30 Cars on track
Bridgeport Motorsports Park, dubbed the âKingdom of Speedâ for its wide, high-banked corners and epic slide jobs, rolls out the red carpet for the Bob Hilbert Sportswear Short Track Super Series (STSS) Fueled By Sunoco this Saturday (March 22).
The â60 Over Specialâ honoring legendary driver, and later promoter, Doug Hoffman takes center stage as the second Northeast dirt Modified event of the season for the series.
Bridgeport hosts the STSS for the ninth time in history on its third different configuration: the current four-tenths-mile oval, the former three-eighths-mile âinner ovalâ and the original five-eighths-mile layout.
Modifieds, competing for NJ Quality Drywall South Region points, race 60 laps for $6,060 to win, recognizing Hoffmanâs longtime â60 Overâ number.
âIt is an honor for the series to reflect back on the legacy of Doug Hoffman,â series organizer Brett Deyo said. âI had the pleasure of watching Dougâs on-track success and later working with him when he took over Bridgeport. He was a one-of-a-kind, determined individual.â
Sportsman race for their largest winnerâs share of the season â $4,444 â after 44 laps around the South Jersey venue. The Sportsman race in Event No. 2 of the Belmontâs Garage South Region.
Last weekend at Pa.âs Port Royal Speedway, Long Islandâs Dillon Steuer shocked the Modified world with a $12,000 victory over Matt Sheppard in the 60-lap âSpeed Showcaseâ event. Steuer now leads the NJ Quality Drywall South Region standings into Bridgeport for the first time in his career over a talented lineup that includes Sheppard, Mike Mahaney, Alex Payne and Matt Stangle.
Sicklerville, N.J.âs Stephen Kemery now tops the STSS Sportsman Belmontâs Garage standings after his $4,000 conquest at Port Royal. Kemery is trailed by Joe Toth, James Hill, Paulie Hartwig III and Donovan Lussier.
Bridgeport Motorsports Park is located at 83 Floodgate Road Swedesboro, NJ 08085. To learn more, visit www.bridgeportmotorsportspark.com or call 856.467.4407 or 856.467.4408.
To learn more about the Short Track Super Series Fueled By Sunoco, visit www.shorttracksuperseries.com, e-mail bdmotorsportsmedia@gmail.com, check out âShort Track Super Seriesâ on Facebook or @ShortTrackSS on (X) or Instagram.
The Short Track Super Series is presented by Bob Hilbert Sportswear, FloRacing, American Racer, Lias Tire, Sunoco Race Fuels, BDR Speed, NJ Quality Drywall, HYTORC of New York, Ollieâs, Penske Racing Shocks, Saint Lawrence Radiology, Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, Bicknell Racing Products, Behrentâs Performance Warehouse, Madsen Overhead Doors, Belmontâs Garage, Wegner Automotive, DIG Race Products, ATL, Dirt Draft, Swagger Factory Apparel, F.X. Caprara Car Companies, Algonkin Motel LLC, Beyea Custom Headers, Design for Vision, Sunglass Central, Dirt Track Digest TV, DKM Fabrication, EIBACH, Fastline Performance, Flach Performance Products, Henryâs Headers & Exhaust Systems, JK Signworks, JLR Technologies, Dave Prime Jr. MAC Tools, MD3, PEM Engineering, Schultz Racing Fuel Cells, SRI Performance, Superior Remodeling, Swift Springs, The Exotic Brand, TV 12 Racing Products, VAHLCO Wheels & Wilwood Disc Brakes.
PAST EVENT WINNERS: BRIDGEPORT MOTORSPORTS PARK
July 7, 2024 (four-tenths-mile) â ALEX YANKOWSKI â Danny Bouc â Anthony Perrego â Matt Sheppard â Ryan Godown
July 26, 2022 (four-tenths-mile) â RYAN GODOWN â Ryan Krachun â Matt Sheppard â Ryan Watt â Danny Bouc
July 27, 2021 (four-tenths-mile) â RYAN WATT â Matt Sheppard â Stewart Friesen â Alex Yankowski â Rick Laubach
April 29, 2018 (three-eighths-mile) â JEFF STRUNK â Matt Sheppard â Stewart Friesen â Andy Bachetti â Anthony Perrego
September 30, 2017 (five-eighths-mile) â RYAN WATT â Craig Von Dohren â Sammy Martz â Ryan Godown â David Van Horn
April 23, 2017 (five-eighths-mile) â STEWART FRIESEN â Danny Bouc â Mike Barone â Neal Williams â Ryan Godown
April 17, 2016 (five-eighths-mile) â WADE HENDRICKSON â Billy Pauch Sr. â Stewart Friesen â David Hunt â Ryan Godown
April 19, 2015 (five-eighths-mile) â RICK LAUBACH â David Van Horn â Craig Von Dohren â Ryan Watt â Jack Swain
SWEDESBORO, NJ: Bridgeport Motorsports Park is gearing up for an exhilarating start to its 2025 racing season with the much-anticipated Doug Hoffman Memorial Short Track Super Series (STSS) weekend, scheduled for March 21 and 22. This annual event not only honors the legacy of racing legend Doug Hoffman but also brings together top-tier drivers for intense competition on the renowned South Jersey track.
The two-day spectacle kicks off on Friday, March 21, with a lineup presented by ICE LESS LLC. The evening features the Mid-Atlantic Sprint Series (MASS), Street Stocks, 4-Cylinder Stock Cars, and special timed sessions for Modifieds and Sportsman divisions. These timed sessions are crucial, as the fastest drivers secure advantageous re-draw positions in Saturdayâs feature events.
The excitement escalates on Saturday, March 22, with the main events. The STSS Modifieds: Drivers will battle it out over 60 laps, vying for a substantial $6,060 winnerâs purse while the STSS Sportsman will contend in a 44-lap race offering a $4,444 prize to the victor, adding to the competitive fervor of the weekend.
Additional races on Saturdayâs ticket include the North East Wingless Sprints (NEWS) and 4-Cylinder divisions, ensuring a diverse and action-packed program for racing enthusiasts.
The Doug Hoffman Memorial consistently attracts elite talent, and this year is no exception. Fans can look forward to seeing:
⢠Stewart Friesen: A dominant force in Northeast Modified racing, Friesenâs past performances at Bridgeport include a notable victory in the âKing of the Big Blocksâ event, underscoring his prowess on the Northeast Dirt Racing Circuit.
⢠Billy Pauch Jr.: Hailing from Frenchtown, NJ, Pauch Jr. has a rich history at Bridgeport. His recent achievements, such as the 2024 Modified Champion, makes him a formidable contender in the STSS 60 lap event.
⢠Matt Sheppard: A five-time STSS North Series Champion, a three-time STSS South Series Champion, & a ten-time and reigning Super DIRTcar Series champion, Sheppardâs consistent performances have solidified his status among the sportâs elite. Sheppardâs 50 STSS victoryâs ranks him first amongst the STSS All Time Winnerâs list.
Honoring Doug Hoffmanâs Legacy, The event holds profound significance as it commemorates Doug Hoffman, a revered figure in dirt modified racing. Hoffmanâs illustrious career and contributions to the sport are celebrated annually through this memorial race, drawing competitors and fans alike to honor his memory.
For those planning to attend, here are the essential details:
⢠Friday, March 21: Pit Gate opens at 3:30, Grandstand Gates open at 5:00 PM, with hot laps commencing at 6:00 PM.
⢠Saturday, March 22: Pit Gate opens at 12:00, Grandstand Gates open at 1:30 PM, with hot laps commencing at 2:30 PM.
The 2025 season opener at Bridgeport Motorsports Park promises thrilling races, honoring a racing legend, and showcasing top talent in the sport. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early and be part of this memorable weekend at the Kingdom of Speed.
