|
|
|
|
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mooresville Indiana October 22, 2008 "Many years ago, a very small group of drivers made their way to the 1st annual Mooresville Lions Club Grand Prix, as I recall, the weather was fantastic, the racing was great, and the town loved it. Eight years later and the same held true. It has been an honor to be associated with the Lions over the years, the hard work and dedication to providing us a race track to run on is amazing. The Park Board, The Town, The fans, it is just a one of a kind event. We look forward to making this event bigger and bigger." according to Bill McLaughlin CEO of the Indy Karting Series. "A champion will push his/her machine to the limits, El Diablo and the Coaster push back, a test of wills, sort of speak" Kevin Potter Event director for the Series goes on to say "The classes were again all very large, and the racing was unbelievable. In many classes you could not have slide a piece of pager between the bumpers of the top six to eight karts, in fact I had so many fans come up to me an complement our associates on the show they put on. The mini air show was a huge hit as well, hats off to Mr. Landon." Mooresville ends the season for the series. Up next is a banquet held in the shadow of the Indianapolis 500 to honor all its champions and associates. Keep checking the web site for our 2009 Season schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Braydon Barnes, Ethan Brawley, Luke Fineis, Gabriel Gilbert, Amy Hollowell, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman, Jack Miller, Marissa Morgan, Chloe Nelis and Fast Lap Gabriel Gilbert; ICC Shifter Jason Lee and Fast Lap; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Jared Thomas, Fast Lap William Woodard; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Morgan Nelson and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Matt Gifford and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Steve Schiewer and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Masters Bobby Cummings and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium Kyle Weigand, Fast Lap Mike Larrision; TaG, Sr Hvy. Kyle Landon and Fast Lap; TaG Sr Lite Kyle Landon and Fast Lap; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Scott Hamble and Fast Lap; Briggs Junior - Chase Allard and Fast Lap.
Mooresville Indiana September 22, 2008 If you can imagine it raining only where you stood thats what it did in Linton over the weekend. If you traveled less than a 1000 feet in either direction Saturday it was as dry as a bone. according to Dean Mack CEO of the Series. Last year the weather also was damp but the racing was hot, this year was no change. Dean goes on to say The rain forced us to cancel qualifying on Saturday and move it to the Sunday lineup, all day it looked like the rain was coming but a never did. Once again our associates adjusted to the program and put on some of the best racing to date. The Series moves to the streets of Mooresville, Indiana next for the Mooresville Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Amy Hollowell, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman, Marissa Morgan and Fast Lap Gabriel Gilbert; ICC Shifter Jason Lee and Fast Lap; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones, Fast Lap William Woodard; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Jackson Mears and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Mike Hayes and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Mike Larrision, Fast Lap Kyle Landon; Yamaha SSX Masters Bobby Cummings and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium Kyle Landon, Fast Lap Jason Burgess; TaG, Sr Hvy. John Dixon and Fast; TaG Sr Lite Alex Angel and Fast Lap; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Scott Hamble and Fast Lap.
Greenwood Craig Park Grand Prix Mooresville Indiana September 15, 2008 Both days provided some very good racing as usual with some season championships on the line. Concerned about the weather I was glued to the weather channel early Sunday as hurricane IKEs weather front was moving in fast, we wanted to get in and get out just as fast and thanks to our associates, we just finished the last race just as the sky opened up. according to Dean Mack CEO of the Series. Dean goes on to say The city of Greenwood goes out of their way to insure that all of our needs are met. We are so fortunate to be able to work with them as well as Mr. Mike Hayes the race director for this event. Thank you from all of us at the Lucas Oil Indy Karting Series. The Series moves to the streets of Linton, Indiana next for the Linton Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Gabriel Gilbert, Amy Hollowell, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman, and Fast Lap,Marissa Morgan; ICC Shifter Scott Hamble and Fast Lap; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones, Fast Lap William Woodard; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Morgan Nelson and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Mike Hayes and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Mike Larrision, Fast Lap Bobby Cummings; Yamaha SSX Masters Bobby Cummings, Fast Lap Steve Schiewier; Yamaha SSX Medium Mike Larrision and Fast Lap; TaG, Sr Hvy. Alex Angel, Fast Lap Clay Maddox; TaG Sr Lite Alex Angel and Fast Lap; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Josh Dailey, Fast Lap Scott Hamble.
Franklin Grand Prix Street Race Mooresville Indiana August 11, 2008 A new event on the IKS schedule proves to be a huge hit. If year one is any indication of what is to come, the Franklin Boys and Girls Club Grand Prix will become one of our favorite race site to visit in the years to come. At one point on Saturday it seemed like there where thousands of people lining the streets to watch the races. The movie theater on the course played a classic race movie, and the local restaurants seemed at capacity. The corporate event and Mayors Challenge made for a huge fund raiser all to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Franklin, and we are honored to be associated with such a great cause, according to Bill McLaughlin CFO of the Series. Bill goes on to say The area provided for the track became a challenge for us right off the bat, small and narrow T shaped. With our years of experience in course design and safety a perfect track was put to gather for Sundays race. Street racing is what we do best; the safety record from this event should speak volumes about what we can do with limited space. Next years plans for moving the site to include several city blocks is already in the works The Series moves to the streets of Speedway, Indiana next for the Speedway Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Gabriel Gilbert, Amy Hollowell, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman and Fast Lap, Thomas Kirkman, Marissa Morgan Devon Smith, Sydney Spaulding; ICC Shifter Scott Hamble, Fast Lap Jason Lee; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones and Fast Lap; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Jackson Mears and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Matt Gifford, Fast Lap Austin King; Yamaha SSX Heavy Gary Monett and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Masters Gary Monett, Fast Lap Chuck McHone; Yamaha SSX Medium Elizabeth Runyon, Fast Lap Kyle Nordisiek; TaG, Sr Hvy. Alex Angel and Fast Lap; TaG Sr Lite Alex Angel, Fast Lap Dylan Brook; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Josh Dailey, Fast Lap Tim Cooper.
Mooresville Indiana July 28, 2008 The welcome was great, the weather was perfect, and the action on the track was intense as the Lucas Oils Indy Karting Series moves back into Southern Indiana. The weekend ended with a lot of controversy over tech issues, but even this could not over shadow the great time had by all. Saturday night was a hoot, first a perfect BBQ was held at track side, (several attempts had been made in past years (see last years press release)) a county fair was going on and then a large water fight broke out at the hotel most where most of our associates stayed. A real testimonial to the family environment of an IKS event. According to Dean Mack CEO Dean goes on to say We owe a great thank you to Joe and Kim King, without them this race would never take place. North Knox High School, the benefactor of this event, always makes us feel right at home, from allowing the football team help out to giving us a few of those sugar baby watermelons each year. Just a class act from a great bunch of people. The Series moves to the streets of Franklin, Indiana next for the Franklin Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Amy Hollowell, Maegan Innis, Austin Kirkman and Fast Lap, Thomas Kirkman, Marissa Morgan; ICC Shifter Jason Lee and Fast Lap; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones, Fast Lap Courtney Innis; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Jackson Mears and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Mike Hayes and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Gary Monett and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Masters Gary Monett and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium Kyle Landon and Fast Lap; TaG, Sr Hvy. Clay Maddox and Fast Lap; TaG Sr Lite - Clay Maddox and Fast Lap; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Kevin Harris, Fast Lap Blake Deister.
Mooresville Indiana July 19, 2008 The Indy Karting Series made its official debut in Lebanon Indiana this past weekend. A very large turn of spectators and racers made for a very nice weekend. Racing great Mel Kenyon came out to not only, meet with racers, but to help out the Kiwanis Club by driving in the celebrity event. In the past years the race has lost some of its luster and a new direction had to be taken. I want to thank the Kiwanis Club for allowing us to put on this event for them. I also want to thank the entire Management Team and Associates for putting our best foot forward in my absence. according to Dean Mack CEO of the Series. Dean goes on to say Chuck Dailey is the man; he was so instrumental in acquiring this site for us. It takes a great deal of time to bring an event on-line and Chuck really put the time in. Did you know that the plastic barriers will float? As it rained Saturday I watched entire sections of the track float towards the drains in the parking lot. It was amazing and would have been a real challenge to have raced on according to Kevin Potter Event Manager for the Series. The Series moves to Bicknell, Indiana next for the Warrior Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Gabriel Gilbert, Amy Hollowell, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman, Marissa Morgan, Mathew Northrop, Devon Smith Fast Lap); ICC Shifter Scott Hamble and Fast Lap; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones and Fast Lap; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Morgan Nelson and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Justin Overfelt and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Mike Larrision and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Masters Gary Monett and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium Jamie Ferrell and Fast Lap; TaG, Sr Hvy. Alex Angel and Fast Lap; TaG Sr Lite - Dylan Brock, Fast Lap Scott Hamble; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Kevin Harris, Fast Lap Josh Dailey.
Mooresville Indiana June 16, 2008 The racing at Seymour was so hot part of the track caught on fire. Great Racing, Fine Shopping, Great Food and You made for a very memorable event. The weather everywhere but in Seymour has just awful, our hearts go out to all of our associates, friends and neighbors that are effected by the Flood of 08. As we started practice on Saturday we started to get the bad news, by late morning we could see and smell the rain but had no idea of the damage until they shut down I 65. It was just incredible to see all the damage on the news Saturday Night. according to Dean Mack CEO of the Series. Dean goes on to say For the first time in Seymour we could not be happier, the racing was great, the Corporate Event went along very fast, and we left on a positive note, well if you do not count the visit from the fire truck. It would seem as a carless smoker and the winds would necessitate a 911 call as we lost 10 bales of hay to the fire. The Series moves to Lebanon, Indiana next for the Lebanon Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Jacob Blann, Gabriel Gilbert, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman, Marissa Morgan (fast lap), Devon Smith; ICC Shifter Jason Lee, Fast Lap Scott Hamble; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones and Fast Lap; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Myranda Stoner and Fast Lap; 4 Cycle Controlled Kyle Myers and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Mike Larrision, Fast Lap Jason Burgess; Yamaha SSX Masters Gary Monett and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium Mike Larrision and Fast Lap; TaG, Sr Hvy. Cole Mathewson and Fast Lap; TaG Sr Lite - Cole Mathewson and Fast Lap; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Kevin Harris and Fast Lap.
Mooresville Indiana June 16, 2008 Do to some unforeseen issues the Lucas Oil Indy Karting Series will cancel its scheduled event at Whiteland Raceway Park. We are very sorry for any inconvenience this scheduling change causes our associates and guest. The decision to cancel the event was not and easy one for us, we have been great supporters of this historic track and hope that we will be able to visit the track in the future. According to Bill McLaughlin CFO of the Indy Karting Series. The Pro Race will be moved to another venue. Again our apologies.
Mooresville Indiana June 4, 2008 "As the Seymour Grand Prix nears we are looking forward to a large crowd and parking will be at a premium. We will need everyone's help and patients to put on a great show for the Shoppes at Seymour. Lets not forget that we are our best advertising, not only showcasing our driving talents but showcasing our sportsmanship on and more importantly off the track. It is no secrete that karting numbers our down across the country yet our numbers are up. I feel they are up because we are more than a karting series we are more like a family, somewhat dysfunctional at times (lol) but none the less a family. Lets keep this up as we head towards Seymour." according to Dean Mack CEO of the Indy Karting Series. The Seymour Grand Prix will be the third stop of the Lucas Oil Indy Karting Series. A Pro Race will take place at Whiteland Raceway Park during round four of the series later this month. Stay Tuned.
New Look for the Brazil Grand Prix Mooresville Indiana May 23, 2008 What started out to be a logistical nightmare, due to not being able to park on the grass because of the large amount of rain Brazil has been getting, turn out to be an example of how we as a family can work together. With the no parking order issued the day before we arrived we expected ciaos, but it all worked out perfectly. according to Kevin Potter, Race Director. The park was transformed in to a very nice looking race track early Saturday morning. We used the plastic barriers instead of straw this year as a test. We are very optimistic that the barrier system will allow us to improve the racing as well as keep our racing sites much cleaner and nicer looking." according to Dean Mack, CEO of the Series. Dean goes on to say I spoke to many of our racers and even more of the fine Citizens of Brazil and everyone said the same thing - The park looked great. The Series moves to Seymour, Indiana next for the Seymour Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Gabriel Gilbert, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman (fast lap), Marissa Morgan, Brendan Mudd, Devon Smith, Kessalar Steele; ICC Shifter Jason Lee, Fast Lap Scott Hamble; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman William Woodard and Fast Lap; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Nick Aue, Fast Lap Jackson Mears; 4 Cycle Controlled Justin Overfelt, Fast Lap Austin King; Briggs Bash Mark Smith and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Gary Monett, Fast Lap Jason Burgess; Yamaha SSX Masters Gary Monett and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium AJ Codalata, Fast Lap Mike Larrison; TaG, Sr Hvy. Alex Angel and Fast Lap; TaG Sr Lite - Alex Angel and Fast Lap; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Scott Hamble and Fast Lap; Unlimited - Bill Guess and Fast Lap.
"Stay off the Grass" order issued. Mooresville Indiana May 15, 2008 Due to the amount of rain we have received in central Indiana over the past weeks, the Brazil Parks Department has requested that we "Keep off the Grass" as to not damage the park, and to prevent you from becoming stuck. If you have questions please contact Kevin@indykartingseries.com. As an additional item. Please plan to bring along snacks, drinks and food as this site will not have food service this year.
2008 Lafayette Square Grand Prix Mooresville Indiana April 28, 2008 The Diabetes Youth Foundation will be able to again this year send several kids to a special camp. We have a great relationship with this group and great respect for what they accomplish for the kids with diabetes. Each year we do this, I am reminded of what a great group of associates we have and I take my hat off to each one of them according to Bill McLaughlin, CFO. With a cold and rainy front moving thru on race weekend and raising fuel cost the start of the series seemed like it was going to be a repeat start of the 2006 season. I woke up Saturday morning walked out side and got the shock of my life, I could see my breath, went back inside, turned the TV on and the weatherman is talking about rain and more rain according to Kevin Potter, Race Director of the Series. Kevin goes on to say If you dont like Indiana weather wait a minute and it will change. And change it did. On race day the sun was out and not a cloud in the sky. The Series moves to Brazil, Indiana next for the Brazil Grand Prix. See schedule page for more details Kid Karts ( ALL WINNERS ) Gabriel Gilbert, Maegan Innis, Nate Kavicky, Austin Kirkman, Thomas Kirkman (fast lap), Marissa Morgan, Brendan Mudd, Kessalar Steele, Mason Wending; ICC Shifter Jason Lee and Fast Lap; 2/4 Cycle Junior Sportsman Chase Jones and Fast Lap; Yamaha Jr. Super Can Myranda Stoner, Fast Lap Morgan Nelson; 4 Cycle Controlled Kyle Myers and Fast Lap; OHV/Briggs Austin King and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Heavy Mike Larrision and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Masters Steve Schiewer and Fast Lap; Yamaha SSX Medium Mike Larrison, Fast Lap AJ Codalata; TaG, Sr Hvy. Colton Aldridge, Fast Lap Alex Angel; TaG Sr Lite - Alex Angel, Fast Lap Steve Schiewer; Yamaha/HPV Pipe Blake Deister, Fast Lap Jermey Warren.
|
