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Pounds wins on somber night

  BY MIKE GRIFFITH Californian staff writer mgriffith@bakersfield.com   With the American Flag just outside turn three at half mast, drivers and officials gathered along the front straight at Bakersfield Speedway in a solemn tribute to track official Steve O’Neil. O’Neil was killed in a accident at the track two weeks ago and the Speedway canceled races last week as racers and friends met up at a local restaurant to celebrate O’Neil’s life. It was back to racing on Saturday night, but [...]

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Saturday August 24th

Racing returns this Saturday night August 24th as six divisions hit the 1/3 mile high banked clay oval. IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Hobby Stocks, American Stocks, Mini Stocks and NMRA ¾ Midgets are all set to battle as the Budweiser racing series continues. Gates open at 4:00pm  Racing starts at 6:00pm. General admission $10.00   Kids 6-12 $5.00   5 and under FREE.  

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Steve O Neil

There will be a social at Steve’s favorite spot, RJ’s Bar & Grill, Saturday August 17th 12 noon to celebrate the life of Steve ONeil. There will not be a funeral as this is the way Steve wanted it. Please stop by, share your favorite Steve moment, and tip a glass with us as we honor our dear friend, son, father, and husband. We hope to see you all there. Cheers!   RJ’s Bar & Grill 9440 Hageman Rd.  

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Scheduled Events Postponed

First and foremost I would to say thank you to everyone for the overwhelming support of the O’Neil family. Your kind remarks and prayers have brought comfort to the family in this troubled time. I would also like to thank you for the well wishes for the race track. I’m really proud to be a part of the racing community and the continued offerings of help and support is helping us get back on our feet.   In remembrance of Steve [...]

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Thoughts and Prayers

There are no words to express how deeply saddened we are with the loss of one of our own. On behalf of the Schweitzer family we send our prayers and heartfelt condolences out to Pam, James and the entire O’Neil family in this time of sorrow.  Steve’s presence each and every Saturday night brought joy to the entire Speedway team.  He will be greatly missed.

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August 3, 2013 Race Results

IMCA Modifieds (15 cars) A Main 1. #15B Brad Pounds 2. #97 Jay Marks 3. #22c Michael Johnson 4. #2 Larry Hood 5. #24 Roger Holder 6. #51B Bryan Clark 7. #29x Scott Gatson 8. #101 Randall Davis 9. #14B Steve Boles 10. #39R Don Robertson Jr 11. #9x Chett Reeves 12. #17N Steve Noland 13. #2J Justin Schweitzer 14. #5L Cody Laney 15. #33A Billy Wormsbecker Sport Modifieds (20 cars) A Main 1. #74 Wayne Dotson 2. #33 Cale Kanke 3. #84G Kyle Griffith 4. #24 Tyler Johnson 5. #2 Darrell Hood 6. #45 David Childress 7. #28P John Piker 8. #3 Jared Schweitzer 9. #51 [...]

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West Coast Late Model Shootout Prepares for Return to Bakersfield Speedway

SANTA MARIA, Cali. – For the first time since October of 2011 the West Coast Late Model Shootout will compete at Bakersfield Speedway on August 10th. The series was scheduled to make an appearance in March however Mother Nature won the battle. They will also return to the third of a mile clay oval on August 31st. The West Coast Late Model Shootout was scheduled to race at Napa Valley’s scenic half mile, Calistoga Speedway on August 3rd however renovations forced track officials to cancel the [...]

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‘Dominator’ Pounds wins his 7th feature

BY STEPHEN LYNCH Special to The Californian   Even with the yellow flag seemingly fighting against him, Brad Pounds would not be denied victory in the 25-lap IMCA Modified feature Saturday night at Bakersfield. After twice early in the race having his passes for the lead nullified because of cautions, Pounds muscled his way inside of Michael Johnson to take over point position with 20 laps to go. From there “The Dominator” pulled away for his seventh feature win of the [...]

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July 27th 2013 Race Results

IMCA Modifieds (14 cars) A Main 1. #15B Brad Pounds 2. #198 Robby Sawyer 3. #11x Rick Childress Jr 4. #2 Larry Hood 5. #10N Rob Sanders 6. #5L Cody Laney 7. #29x Scott Gatson 8. #51B Bryan Clark 9. #14B Steve Boles 10. #2J Justin Schweitzer 11. #37 Robbie Brand 12. #17N Steve Noland 13. #101 Randall Davis 14. #22c Michael Johnson Hobby Stocks (13 cars) A Main 1. #11 Chad Johnson 2. #56 Matt Wankum 3. #32 Tina McGowan 4. #04 Austin Manzella 5. #78 Ralph Cooke 6. #87 Lloyd Wren Jr 7. #70 Johnny McKinley 8. #26 Steven Johnson 9. #77B Mike Bulley 10. [...]

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Pounds wins 6th feature at Bakersfield Speedway

BY STEPHEN LYNCH Special to The Californian   They don’t call Brad Pounds “The Dominator” for no reason. Pounds once again lived up to his lofty nickname Saturday night at Bakersfield Speedway, dominating the 25-lap IMCA Modified feature. Pounds powered around the outside of Rick Childress Jr. for the lead with 19 laps remaining and then pulled away for his sixth main event victory of the year. “The car the was great,” Pounds said. “I’d like to thank my dad tonight. [...]

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