Pit Gates Open at 11am on Sunday at Sunset Speedway. Our
practices are scheduled for 2:10, 3:00, 4:00, and 4:35.
We are scheduled for 2nd in the Heat races and 1st for the
Feature.
Racing with OSCAAR Mods and OSCAAR Supers.
Mack DeMan Sweeps TQ Field on Opening Day
Mack DeMan was the class of the field
for the Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets' first race of their 47th
season at Flamboro Speedway (Ont.). Starting 3rd after
qualifying with a win in his heat race, DeMan took the lead
on lap 7 from Chris Holman and walked away from the field.
Thanking sponsors, Lucas Oil, Crown Steering and Brake and
DeMan Construction, the very excited DeMan said "this ones
for Mom for Mother's Day'!" He also said the results
indicated all the hard work put in by Andy Mackereth, Craig
Mackereth and his Dad, Peter. He also wanted to thank fellow
competitor Wayne Gray with all his help on the car. "That is
what is so unique about this Club, all the help everyone
gives you."
The Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets run 750cc Suzuki and Kawasaki
motors and have 3 different weight classes depending on the
motor used. DeMan picked up the win with a Suzuki running
lap times of 14.8 seconds.
Defending Champion Darren McLennan
running a Kawasaki Super Stock motor at the heavier weight
class ran competitively and finished second followed by
James Gray in a Suzuki. . Supermodified driver
and two time champion with the Can-Am Midgets, Dave McKnight
Jr. drove TQ #20 for owner David Balych and finished 4th.
Balych rounded out the top five. McKnight said he was
'missing 4 more cylinders' but really enjoyed the night
seeing old friends. He said the Club has changed over the
years since he ran as a regular and advanced in many areas.
He'd like to race a few more shows if he finds the time with
his Supermodified schedule.
Holman took the green at the start with Jeff Blackburn on
the outside. DeMan wasted no time moving up to second place
with McKnight and Balych close behind. McLennan took over
the 5th spot. Blackburn began to fade as Holman managed to
hold off DeMan for a few more laps. On lap 6 DeMan powered
around Holman to take the lead with McKnight in 3rd. DeMan
began to open his lead as McLennan took over the second
spot. Blackburn held on to third for 4 more laps until he
got shuffled back as Gray, McKnight and Balych all passed
him on lap 14.
The first and only caution came out as Mike Westwood spun in
turn one on lap 17. At the restart DeMan shot out to the
front and had a 10 car lead over McLennan. Gray was close
behind with McKnight and Balych having a great run. The
checkered flag came out on lap 25 for the win for DeMan
followed by McLennan, Gray, McKnight and Balych.
Heats were won by Blackburn and DeMan. The "B" race was won
by Todd Cresswell.
The Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets will be at Sunset
Speedway(Ont.) next Sunday, May 20th for the Canadian
Holiday weekend.
Final finish for the Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets at Flamboro
Speedway is...1. MACK DEMAN,
2, Darren McLennan, 3, James Gray, 4, Dave McKnight Jr., 5,
David Balych, 6, Greg Smulders, 7, Chris Holman, 8, Rob
Neely, 9, Jeff Blackburn, 10, Corey Moesker, 11, Barry Dunn,
12, Todd Cresswell, 13, Andy Mackereth, 14, Tom Kyle, 15,
Chris Bauman, 16, Mike Westwood, 17, Dave Hickson, 18, Earl
Caine, 19, Adrian Stahle (R), 20, Rob DiVenanzo.
Unofficial points for the Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets as of May
12, 2012...1. MACK
DEMAN...180, 2. Darren McLennan...167,
3...James Gray...156, 4. Dave McKnight Jr....149, 5. David
Balych...143, 6. Greg Smulders...140, 7. Chris Holman...135,
8. Jeff Blackburn...130, 9. Rob Neely...128, 10. Barry
Dunn...118, 11. Corey Moesker...115, 12. Todd Cresswell...107,
13. Andy Mackereth...103, 14. Tom Kyle...99, 15. Chris
Bauman...95, 16. Mike Westwood...91, 17. Dave Hickson...88,
18. Earl Caine...85, 19. Adrian Stahle (R)...82, 20. Rob
DiVenanzo...79.
For more information on the Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets,
contact Cindy Lorenz at
clorenz74@yahoo.com
Note to racers
We've tested a couple pump fuels versus the Club fuel test. Both the
Esso Premium 91 Octane and Shell 91 Octane passed (-57 and -20
respectively). PetroCan Gold 94 DID NOT PASS
(+74). The Club still recommends you have your fuel checked prior to
the event as these are base numbers.
Can-Am Midgets Announce New
Associate Sponsor
The Can-Am Midgets are excited to announce our new partnership
with
THOMBOYS Powersport and Equipment, for the 2012 season.
THOMBOYS will be providing the club with an ATV to use for all
our track needs. As we all know things can happen in an instant,
and being able to respond quickly and safely is often times
crucial.
THOMBOYS Powersport and Equipment are located in Owen Sound, and
carry a full line of motorcycles, ATVŐs, UTVŐs, snowmobiles,
boats, and RZRŐs. They are also the Official dealer for all
BOBCAT equipment.
So, if you are in the market to buy new or used, please check
out their website at
The Lucas Oil
Can-Am Midgets will start their 47th season at Flamboro Speedway
on Saturday, May 12th. The 17 race schedule includes 5 races at
Sauble Speedway, 4 races at Flamboro Speedway, 2 races at Grand
Bend Speedway, 2 races at Sunset Speedway, and one each at
Peterborough Speedway, Barrie Speedway, and a 'Joint
Venture' with the Casey's Midgets at Lake Erie Speedway, in
Erie, PA. The midgets make a return to Varney Speedway on
Sunday, July 1st for an afternoon race.
Highlighting the year will be a 'Canadian
American Midget Venture' with the Casey's Midgets from Buffalo
at Sunset Speedway on Saturday, August 11th. This marks the
first time these two Clubs will join on the Canadian side of the
border for an exciting night of racing. Both Clubs will run
their complete show and the fans will be treated to winged and
non-winged midget racing.
The Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets will be at Lake
Erie Speedway in Pennsylvania for the third year with the
Casey's Midgets on June 9th. The first time these Clubs combined
at Lake Erie Speedway in 2010, 5563 fans saw 42 midgets in a
parade lap!
Darren McLennan,
the 2011 Lucas Oil Can-Am Midget Champion, will be faced with
some strong competition as a number of teams have stepped up
their program for the 2012 season. Rob Neely, Todd Cresswell and
Mack DeMan will also find the other top ten drivers Barry Dunn,
David Balych, Tom Kyle and Dave Hickson in search of the title.
McLennan, having his first Championship under his belt, will be
in top form looking to make it two in a row.
Practice/Tech Day
will be on Saturday, April 21st at Flamboro Speedway. 2012 looks
like it will a banner year for the Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets
LUCAS OIL AND CAN-AM
MIDGETS TEAM UP
Lucas Oil and the Can-Am Midget Racing Club
have announced their continued 'partnership' for the 8th
consecutive year. Ken Lorenz, President of the Can-Am Midget
Racing Club made the announcement recently. "We are proud to
continue under the Lucas Oil banner, a name and 'family' we are
extremely happy to be part of." Meeting Tom Bogner, Motorsports
Manager of Lucas Oil, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Lorenz
thanked Lucas Oil for their continued support.
"Having 17 races scheduled for 2012,
including one in the US at Lake Erie Speedway in Pennsylvania,
helps spread the Lucas Oil name in our part of Ontario and the
states", said Lorenz. "We are looking forward to 2012, our 47th
year of exciting open wheel racing for our fans".
The Lucas Oil
Can-Am Midgets' season begins on May 12 at Flamboro Speedway and
ends there as well on September 22nd. The other dates at
Flamboro are July 14th and August 18th. Sauble Speedway has five
dates, June 30, August 4th and 5th, and September 1st and 2nd.
Grand Bend Speedway will host the midgets on July 7th and August
25th. Peterborough Speedway has scheduled June 16th and Barrie
Speedway fans will see the midgets on July 28th. After a number
of years, Varney Speedway will showcase the Lucas Oil Can-Am
Midgets on Sunday afternoon, July 1st.
There will be two 'joint venture' events
with the Casey's Midgets from Buffalo in 2012. The first one is
at Lake Erie Speedway in Pennsylvania on Saturday, June 9th. The
second race, for the first time, will be held in Canada on
Saturday, August 11th, at Sunset Speedway. Fans will be treated
to 40 to 50 midgets on hand at each race. Both Clubs will run
their complete race that night. Open wheel fans will see a
parade lap of all the cars under both the US and Canadian flags,
highlighting the camaraderie of these two clubs.
For more
information on the Lucas Oil Can-Am Midgets,
contact Cindy Lorenz at
clorenz74@yahoo.com
A Message from
Janice Slote May:
Hi Friends. With respect to the fundraising po...ster,
here is a little background: My son Jakob was
diagnosed with PDD (NOS) which falls within the
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He also has mild
Cerebral Palsy and Global Developmental Delay.
He has been approved to receive an Autism
service dog through Autism Dog Services Inc.
(ADS). ADS provides service dogs to children
with autism and related disorders. ADS was
founded in 2007 and operates out of Lynden,
Ontario.
A service dog will provide safety, companionship
and independence. A service dog will also bridge
the gap between special needs children and their
peers. A service dog might also help modify
behaviours and reduce anxiety in overwhelming
public settings.
We are organizing this fundraiser/ dance as set
out in the poster (attached as well) to raise
money for this amazing charity and the service
they provide. Autism Dog Services is not
recognized by any government agency and receives
no grants. They rely solely on donations and
fundraising. We would truly appreciate your
support at this fun evening of music and
socializing.
Donations can be made online at
www.canadahelps.org/gp/15255
Autism Dog Services - Registered Charity No.
803605955RR0001
Thank you in advance for your consideration.See
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