4/27/2021
Southern Oregon Speedway
Southern Oregon Speedway Enters New Era In 2021
Southern Oregon Speedway Enters New Era In 2021
White City, Oregon- After a lengthy period of dormancy since the fall of 2019, Southern Oregon Speedway awaits to roar to life once more in 2021. In March of this year, Travis Hoppes and local racing legend Dane Smith were chosen as the new conductors of operations at the Jackson County racing facility. For those unfamiliar with Hoppes, is an avid supporter and sponsor of several race teams and events in the Western United States.
“I got several phone calls and messages asking what Hoppes Motorsports can do to save the track,” commented Hoppes, “I thought about it for a little bit and started to talk with some people. Then one thing led to another, and I put together a board of people that could help me with this massive endeavor.”
Members of this newly established board are Dane Smith, who will fill the role as president. Jon DeBenedetti, another longtime driver, will be a board member along with R Charles Snyder’s son, Travis Snyder, a local business owner of Precision Electric and Snyder Creek development. Brian Bowman, owner of Gage it Construction, and local Late model driver as well as Albert Gill and James Anderson
“The goal of putting the board together was to fill with people that really wanted to help the track and not shut it down. But also, I was seeking business owners or very business smart people to help. I wanted a board of members of likeminded individuals who knew what it takes to make a successful race facility for both drivers and fans”
There is a lot of hype for the upcoming season and fans just might have their socks knocked off with the many changes that are coming. Those changes include a brand-new logo, the shape of the track, and the configuration of the pit area. But it does not end there. A new electronic scoring system will be set up allowing fans to follow on MyRacePass where live up-to-date results and lineups can be found. Also, there will be a live pay-per-service offered courtesy of IMCA.TV for folks to watch from around the world.
“I’m so excited for this new season and brand-new chapter in the history of Southern Oregon Speedway. We want to be a welcoming face to people that have been here for years and the new fans that have never been here before.”
A fresh website is being put together as we speak and should be live soon. A Test N Tune practice is slated for May 26th and the first race of the season will be held on May 29th featuring IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Northern Sport Mods, Late Models, and Hornets. For the latest news and information, be sure to “Like” the track Facebook page.
Submitted By: Ben Deatherage