Hayden
Cardwell Takes Mayhem in the Mountains
(May
27, 2023) Hayden Cardwell came from the third starting
spot to win Saturday’s Mayhem in the Mountains. Cardwell
collected $3,000 for the defending series champion in the American
All-Stars Pro Late Models. Bradley Lewelling captured the pole
for the 40-lap main event by winning the fast car dash. He was
joined on the front row by Phillip Thompson. (MRM
Racing Photo)
Lewelling quickly took the lead when the race started. Cardwell
and Thompson battled for second as the field completed lap 1.
Cardwell took the spot from Thompson and set his sights on Lewelling.
Following a quick caution on lap 6, Cardwell and Thompson resumed
their battle for second. Thompson took the position just before
another caution on lap 7.
When the race continued, Lewelling maintained the lead as Thompson
and Cardwell continued fighting for second. Thompson briefly held
second before overtaking Thompson. Cardwell chased down Lewelling
who was having trouble with slower traffic. Cardwell saw an opening
on lap 22 and got past Lewelling for the lead. Thompson would
take second following a restart on lap 28. Thompson could not
run down Cardwell who took the checkers for his first series win
of the season. | full
results
Skip Arp
Rides Away with Steel Block Bandits Win
(April
22, 2023) Hall of Famer Skip Arp added another series
win to his collection by winning Saturday’s Rockin' with
the Stars Steel Block Bandits race. Forty-seven cars signed in
vying for the $5,000 first place prize. (ZSK
Photography)
By winning his heat race, Arp started along side Jordan Roadabaugh
on the front row for the 50-lap main event. Arp quickly took the
lead and was never seriously challenged until the leader caught
slower traffic that were racing two-wide in front of the leaders.
Arp finally powered his way past the slower traffic to stretch
out to a comfortable lead. A caution on lap 47 slowed the field
to give Roadabaugh one last shot at Arp. But Arp was too strong
and easily picked up the win.
Mack McCarter was one of the big gainers finishing third after
starting seventh. McCarter made late race passes on Jason Manley
and and Ronnie Johnson to get the third place finish.
| full results
Price,
Clark, Lockhart, & Duncan Collect Local Joker Wins
(April
1, 2023) Smoky Mountain Speedway finally kicked off the
2023 season with the Local Joker on Saturday night. It was the
first time for competitive laps on the new 3/8-mile layout. (MRM
Racing Photos)
Thirty-five sportsman late models were on hand vying for the $1,000
first place prize. Tyler Price set fast time in qualifying with
a lap of 14.769 seconds. But it was Adam Mitchell that won the
first heat race to earn the pole for the feature. Wes Tilley won
the second heat race to earn the other front row starting spot.
Mitchell took the lead over Tilley going into the first turn of
the main event. Mitchell would maintain that lead through numerous
cautions that plagued the race. With only a handful of laps to
go, Mitchell’s car slow on a restart. Several cars collected
Mitchell in turn 2. Price would inherit the lead and hold off
a charging Darren Goins to take the win. |
full results
Freezing,
Wet Weather Cancels Boyd's Events... & Smoky Mountain
(March
15, 2023) Precision Weather Service (PWS) has cited an
outlook of below freezing temperatures, including wind chills
in the 20s, together with heavy rain and thunderstorms this weekend
throughout northern Georgia. After consulting with PWS, World
of Outlaws and Boyd’s Speedway officials decided in the
best interest of fans and competitors to cancel this weekend’s
event.
Also, with the already rescheduled Smoky Mountain Speedway race
on Thursday only viable for competitors while paired with the
Boyd’s Speedway weekend, World of Outlaws and track officials
decided to cancel the event as Series officials continue to create
multi-day, destination events. A one-day show with no other event
in reasonable traveling distance for teams and fans is cost-prohibitive
and no longer practical.
Neither event will be made up. All tickets for the Tennessee
Tipoff at Smoky Mountain will be refunded through MyRacePass.
With the cancellation of the WoO event Thursday night, March 16,
we have considered all options. Running two support classes alone
isn’t feasible. With such a short notice, it would be asking
a lot of our racers to try and add additional classes. With that
being said, we will instead be having an open practice.
Practice will be held from 6:00PM- 9:00PM. Pit Gate ONLY. Pit
Gate will open at 5:00PM. $10.00 per person, $20.00 per driver.
Limited concessions will be available. Please be respectful and
help us keep trash cleaned up!
Pit Gate: $10.00 per person, 11 & under Free
Drivers: $20.00 (includes transponder)
Gate opens at 5:00PM
Practice 6:00-9:00PM
Unstable
Forecast Postpones Tennessee Tipoff to March 16
(March
1, 2023) With the thoughts of traveling fans and drivers
in mind, an unstable weekend forecast, including the potential
for thunderstorms, high winds, and the possibility of heavy rains
at Smoky Mountain Speedway, has forced World of Outlaws CASE Construction
Equipment Late Model Series and track officials to postpone this
weekend’s annual Tennessee Tipoff.
The event at Smoky Mountain will now be a one-night show on Thursday,
March 16, paying $10,000-to-win, joining the Shamrock 100 at Boyd’s
Speedway March 17-18 as part of an epic Southeast tripleheader
weekend.
All tickets for the event will be refunded through MyRacePass.
Fans can repurchase tickets for the March 16 event by CLICKING
HERE.
Smoky
Mountain Speedway Announces 2023 Schedule
(January
13, 2023) Smoky Mountain Speedway has announced the 2023
schedule loaded with a variety of special events. The 2023 season
will mark the first season under the new 3/8-mile configuration.
The historic speedway was shortened from the previous 4/10-mile
configuration. Fans and racers have shown excitement for the new
layout. The season starts with a doubleheader with the “Tennessee
Tip-Off” World of Outlaws Case Construction Late Model Series
on March 3 and 4. A $10,000 to win program will take place on
Friday, March 3 and a $15,000 to win race caps off the weekend
on Saturday, March 4.
Local divisions will have their own night to showcase their talents
with the “Local Joker Night” on Saturday, April 1.
Sportsman late models, street stocks, classic cars, and front
wheel drive cars will all be racing on the new configuration.
The annual “Rockin’ with the Stars” event will
take place on Saturday, April 22 highlighted by a $5,000 to win
Steel Block Bandits. Sportsman late models and front wheel drive
cars will also be racing. The All-Star Monster Truck Tour will
visit on April 28-29. The monster truck shows at Smoky Mountain
Speedway have been fan favorites for several years.
On the following weekend of May 5-6, the Smoky Mountain Rodeo
presented by Danny Hedrick will take place. Racing returns on
Saturday, May 27 for the annual “Mayhem at the Mountain”
highlighted by the American Pro Late Models. The Cumberland Plateau
Open Wheels will make their first appearance at SMS along with
TSCRA front wheel drive cars and TSCRA Juniors. The Lucas Oil
Late Model Dirt Series returns for the Mountain Moonshine Classic
on June 16-17. Twin $5,000 to win races will take place on Friday,
June 16. The $50,000 to win main event is on Saturday, June 17.
The Vision Wheel Topless Outlaws will return on Saturday, July
8 for a $3,000 to win race. The Carolina Sprints and the Tennessee
Mini Late Models will also be racing. On August 25-26, the TNT
Truck and Tractor Pull will take place. Fans, old and young, will
be thrilled by the high horsepower machines. The schedule is subject
to change. For more information on these events or to pre-order
tickets, visit the track’s web site at www.SmokyMountainSpeedway.com.
| full schedule
Reserve
Your Campsite For Our Big 2023 Events!!!
(December
5, 2022) Campsite reservations for our World of Outlaws
Late Model Series and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series weekends
can now be made by calling Liz Walker at 865-257-1515!
World of Outlaws Late Model Event / March 3-4
Lucas Oil Late Model Event / June 16-17
Reserved Weekend Camping (Campers/RV): $40.00
Reserved Weekend Camping (Tent): $20.00
ATV/Golf Cart Weekend Pass: $20.00
To reserve camping spots, please call:
865-257-1515 or email dirteater22@gmail.com.
Make Weekend Camping, ATV/Golf Cart Passes payable to: Smoky
Mountain Speedway & mail to:
Liz Walker
c/o Smoky Mountain Speedway
6719 Alkinson Lane
Knoxville, TN 37931
