Carolina Clash And Friendship Motor Speedway Agree To Postpone Elkin, NC Track Season Opener Set For April 4

In keeping with the restrictions on statewide public gatherings in North Carolina during the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Carolina Clash and the promotions team at Friendship Motor Speedway in Elkin, North Carolina have postponed the season opener for the track and the Carolina Clash event originally planned for Saturday, April 4, 2020.

"Keeping the safety of our racers and fans is very important to us at Friendship Motor Speedway and we apologize for the inconvenience. We will work with the Carolina Clash to find a date later in 2020 to run their event at Friendship," said Jessica Stowe of FMS on Wednesday afternoon.

"In the twenty seasons of racing with Carolina Clash, Friendship Motor Speedway has hosted the Carolina Clash 17 times, with Ricky Weeks winning three of those events during his five series championships. Jeff Smith and Ray Tucker each have two wins, with Chris Ferguson, Zack Mitchell, Ross Bailes, Tim Allen, Phil Hall, Mike Duvall, Ricky Boahn, Luke Roffers, Dennis Franklin, and Brandon Overton each have Clash victories there. I will work with Jessica and the rest of the staff to find a date to run this event whenever this national and statewide crisis is over," said Mark Huey of the Carolina Clash.

Jessica Stowe went on to say that she hoped everyone remains safe during this health crisis.

"We hope that everyone is taking the necessary precautions during this time. We anticipate that once we are cleared to race, all of the local tracks in the area will feature packed infields and pit areas and grandstands that are standing-room only!"

Marion Limbaugh is the new owner of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series.

"I am thankful for all of the support shown to me over the past few months since I acquired the series from founder Larry Lee. It is good to be back around some awesome friends. In addition, we also express deepest sympathies to Larry Lee and his family after the recent loss of his mother."

The Carolina Clash has successfully held one event in 2020 at the Lancaster Motor Speedway back on March 7, 2020, where 2017 champion Zack Mitchell took the checkered flag.

The series is sponsored by American Racer, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, Big A's Custom Graphics, Safety Kleen, Thomas Clarke Performance, K-MansParts and by the great race teams, tracks and fans that attend our events!

May God continue to add His richest blessings to all, as we continue to seek His peace during these difficult times.

Mark Huey & Marion Limbaugh
Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series

Jessica Stowe
Friendship Motor Speedway

For more information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the Series online at www.carolinaclash.com . Find us on Facebook at Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series and follow us on Twitter @CarolinaClashPR.

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series is sponsored by American Racer, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, Big A's Custom Graphics, Safety Kleen, Thomas Clarke Performance, and K-MansParts.

"20th Annual Skyler Trull Memorial" Scheduled For Saturday March 14th At Carolina Speedway Postponed

The "20th Annual Skyler Trull Memorial" scheduled for Saturday March 14th at Carolina Speedway for the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series has been postponed.

Carolina Speedway officials, Trull family, and heads of the sanctioning series participating this weekend have made the following decision regarding this week's Skyler Trull Memorial. Friday night March 13th the show will go on as advertised which includes racing in Lightning Late Model ($800), Thunder Sportsman ($600), Pro 4 ($500), Thunder Bomber ($500), Hornets ($400), and a Flagpole Race ($300). Pit admission will be $25 with a $15 admission in the grandstands. Pit gates will open at 4:00 PM with grandstand gates opening at 5:00 PM. Drivers meeting is set for 7:00 PM with racing to follow.

The Saturday portion of the Skyler Trull Memorial has been postponed to a later date to be announced. We know this will disappoint many fans and teams. We are disappointed as well. The weather is looking great for Saturday unlike last year when we suffered through many rain outs. Many scenarios were considered. Canceling all 3 nights? Canceling Friday and Saturday? Cutting divisions and running all 1 night? In the end this is how we got here. We do not expect and certainly are hoping that the virus will not affect many in our area. With that said, we still have to consider all that is going on in the sports world, places of work, churches, etc. Gaston County and the North Carolina Governor have issued requests to limit large gatherings. We are outdoors, so we think we generally should be ok. This race kicks off Carolina Speedways season but also is to honor Skylar Trull. This Skyler Trull Memorial race has always featured Super Late Models so cutting them was not a reasonable option. The Friday night portion is not really a big gamble. The Saturday night portion is a different story. Over $40,000 is needed just to break even. We all know some folks that have decided to stay close to home until some more clarity comes to the United States virus situation. People are stocking up with plans to stay closer to home. Maybe the country is in a complete state of over reaction? That is yet to be determined. We are reacting indeed but not to the virus necessarily, but to the complete unknown of how folks are going to live their lives. $40,000+ gamble the 1st night? We would rather reschedule the big night to a later date after things settle down. We are in talks already for a make up date. As for next week and beyond, we are going to monitor all aspects of the situation before making any drastic decisions. Hopefully the precautions being taken nationwide will pay off. Hopefully in time all will understand.

For more information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the Series online at www.carolinaclash.com . Find us on Facebook at Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series and follow us on Twitter @CarolinaClashPR.

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series is sponsored by American Racer, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, Big A's Custom Graphics, Safety Kleen, Thomas Clarke Performance, and K-MansParts.

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series Releases New Website
 

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series is excited to announce the release of their new website and design at www.carolinaclash.com with Thomas Clarke Performance (Website Design). The new website will feature in depth information along with the latest news concerning the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series.

Thomas Clarke Performance will continue as the official website provider of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series throughout 2020 and beyond. The Carolina Clash is excited to continue its partnership with a well known business to the motorsports industry.

Visit Thomas Clarke Performance online at www.thomasdclarke.com (TCP). Thomas Clarke Performance is also on Twitter at @thomasdclarke70 and on Facebook @thomasclarkeperformance .

For further information and the latest news on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the official website of the Carolina Clash at www.carolinaclash.com . The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series is also on Twitter at @CarolinaClashPR and on Facebook @CarolinaClashPR .

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series is sponsored by American Racer, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, Big A's Custom Graphics, Safety Kleen, Thomas Clarke Performance, and K-MansParts.

"Web. Design By: Thomas Clarke"