Finale Weekend next event at Speedbowl
Thirteen divisions close out 2012 racing season Waterford, CT (October 1, 2012) – One event remains on the 2012 racing calendar at Waterford Speedbowl. The annual Finale Weekend closes the 62nd consecutive season at the shoreline speed plant, putting thirteen different divisions on the track this coming weekend. The event, which hosts a total nearing [...]
9/29 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series program lost to weather
Waterford, CT (September 29, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl was forced to cancel its NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing program scheduled for Saturday, September 29th. A lingering light rain and drizzle persisted over the speedway for several hours, preventing track drying efforts from successfully occurring. With Saturday’s cancellation, just one event remains on the track’s 2012 [...]
Speedbowl honors Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday competitors with awards ceremony
Waterford, CT (September 26, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl hosted its annual awards ceremony for its Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday racing program Wednesday evening, recognizing several drivers for their accomplishments during the season. The popular mid-week race program completed its 12th consecutive season of affordable racing and entertainment. Approximately 200 guests attended the ceremony, held on [...]
Speedbowl names its 2012 Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday track champions
Waterford, CT (September 24, 2012) – The Speedbowl’s affordable family fun mid-week Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday race season returned in 2012 with some of its most competitive racing ever. The popular race series achieved memorable moments during its 12th year, including showcasing some of the top drivers in the country to race fans. Each of [...]
Saturday 9/22 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Results
Waterford, CT (September 22, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl returned to the race track for another NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing program highlighted by twin 35-lap SK Modified® features, the premier weekly division at the track. Tyler Chadwick of Ledyard won the first of the two races, his fifth of the year, while Tom Abele Jr. [...]
Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday 9/19 Results
Waterford, CT (September 19, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl hosted its final Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday racing program of 2012 and fans in attendance were treated to extra distance races to conclude the season. In addition, special racing events were held giving mechanics from the pits and track officials the chance to get on the shoreline [...]
Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday 9/12 Results
Waterford, CT (September 12, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl returned to the racetrack on Wednesday evening after rain caused the track to cancel its Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday race program a week ago. The next-to-last Wednesday series race event of 2012 was as competitive as ever, treating the fans in attendance to a great night of [...]
Week of 9/3: A look ahead at event schedules…
As always, all of these event schedules can be found in a printer friendly PDF under the ‘Schedule’ drop down menu from the Speedbowl.com Navigation Bar. All schedules are tentative and subject to change without notice. – Wednesday, September 5th 2012 – United Way of Southeastern CT 2012 Kick Off LC 20, BL 20, SX 20, XC [...]
Saturday 9/1 Thunder on the Sound make-ups announced
Five of nine races completed before rain; remaining races postponed to later dates Waterford, CT (September 2, 2012) – This past Saturday’s “Thunder on the Sound” event at Waterford Speedbowl was interrupted by Mother Nature on more than one occasion, forcing the postponement of four of the nine events scheduled for the program. Rain [...]
Rocco Surprise Lites Winner At Waterford
courtesy NEMA Waterford, CT – Owner Frank Manafort suggested Keith Rocco, making his Northeastern Midget Association Lites debut with a still mending broken left wrist, “take it easy.” Perhaps the top name in New England NASCAR Modified racing, Rocco “couldn’t resist” the urge to compete. Coming from 15th starting spot, Rocco won the Angelillo Memorial [...]
Saturday 9/1 Thunder on the Sound Results
Waterford, CT (September 1, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl was in action on Saturday of Labor Day weekend with its annual Thunder on the Sound event, presented by The Connecticut National Guard. Mother Nature interfered more than once, as rain soaked the racing surface on two separate occasions. Nine events were scheduled for the program in [...]
Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday 8/29 Results
Waterford, CT (August 29, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl returned Wednesday evening with another round in its Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday race series. An amazing night of racing was put on by the competitors, including a stellar X-Car race among the top contenders. Scoring victories in the evening’s races included Randy Johnston of Westerly, RI in [...]
Angelillo Memorial Next For NEMA at Speedbowl
courtesy NEMA Brockton, MA – The Northeastern Midget Association returns to Waterford Speedbowl Saturday night for the Angelillo Memorial still looking for its first two-time winner. The NEMA Lites are on the agenda as the club honors the memory of Marilyn and Gene Angelillo. Only two points separate defending champ and current leader Randy Cabral [...]
Budweiser Modified Nationals hightlights Thunder on the Sound at Speedbowl
16th annual SK-150 part of nine division program Saturday Waterford, CT (August 27, 2012) – While Labor Day weekend traditionally marks the end of summer, Waterford Speedbowl puts its stamp on the holiday on Saturday with one of its biggest events of the season. A nine-division race program takes center stage at the shoreline oval [...]
Saturday 8/25 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Results
Waterford, CT (August 25, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl returned Saturday with its 4th annual “Laps for Lupus” event, raising awareness and funding for those impacted by Lupus during its NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing program. Nearly $8,000 was raised for Lupus research and support programs through the Lupus Foundation of America’s Connecticut Chapter. Fans in [...]
Laps for Lupus track walk Saturday at Speedbowl
Waterford, CT (August 23, 2012) – This Saturday night August 25th, Waterford Speedbowl will host the 4th annual “Laps for Lupus” as part of its NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing program, raising awareness and funding to benefit Lupus Foundation of America’s (LFA) Connecticut Chapter. A Track Walk, silent auction, as well as hospitality dinner and [...]
Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday 8/22 Results
Waterford, CT (August 22, 2012) – Late August action was on track Wednesday evening at Waterford Speedbowl, which hosted another round in its Wild ‘n Wacky Wednesday racing series. Beautiful weather greeted fans in attendance who watched an entertaining night of motorsports unfold. Dave Garbo Jr. of Stonington was back in the winner’s circle in [...]
Speedbowl to use Sunday 8/19 as “Winged Saturday” rain date
Event would be completed on amended Sunday schedule if necessary Waterford, CT (August 17, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl officials have announced a plan to use Sunday, August 19th as a rain date for its “Wined Saturday” event, scheduled for this Saturday. The announcement was confirmed late Thursday with series officials from the International Supermodified Association [...]
Speedbowl postpones Saturday 8/11 Wings & Wheels show to weather
Waterford, CT (August 11, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl has postponed its “Wings & Wheels” event scheduled for Saturday due to the impending weather threat looming over the region. For the second consecutive day, a forecast for late day heavy rain threats with the potential for severe weather and flash flooding were probable. “After reviewing weather [...]
NEMA – ‘Bowl Love Affair Continues at Wings & Wheels
courtesy Northeastern Midget Association Brockton, MA – The Northeastern Midget Association loves Waterford Speedbowl. NEMA and the NEMA Lites make their third visit of the season to the ‘Bowl Saturday night, the rescheduled Shane Hammond Memorial Race part the fifth annual Wings and Wheels. Both NEMA and the Lites will run 27 lap features as [...]
VMRS Joins ISMA & NEMA For Wings & Wheels
courtesy ModifiedRacingSeries.com Canaan, N.H. – For the 5th consecutive year, the Valenti Modified Racing Series will take part in the seasons big Open-Wheel Extravaganza, the annual ‘Wings & Wheels’ race program featuring Modifieds, Supermodifieds, and Midgets at Waterford Speedbowl, Waterford, CT. The special six-division race card will be held Saturday night, August 11. Three of [...]
Waterford Speedbowl Saturday 8/4 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Four Cylinder Fury Results
Waterford, CT (August 4, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl returned to action on the shoreline following a rain out a week ago with its special “Four Cylinder Fury” NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing program, presented by USG. While four cylinder cars were the highlight of the night, the story of the night was in the NASCAR [...]
Saturday 7/28 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series program falls to weather
Waterford, CT (July 28, 2012) – Waterford Speedbowl’s scheduled NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing program for Saturday, July 28 was cancelled due to heavy rains in the region. Also scheduled on Saturday’s card included Northeastern Midget Racing and vintage auto racing by the Senior Tour Auto Racers, New England Antique Racers and Vintage Midget Racing [...]
Plenty of Incentives at Hammond Memorial
courtesy NEMA Brockton, MA – There are plenty of extra incentives when the Northeastern Midget Association returns toWaterford Speedbowl Saturday for the third annual Shane Hammond Memorial. Both NEMA and the NEMA Lites are on the busy agenda. Defending champion Randy Cabral, NEMA’s all-time Speedbowl winner with eight, hopes to duplicate last week’ s impressive [...]
Sunday 5/27 Memorial Day Madness Results
Waterford Speedbowl 5/27 Memorial Day Madness Results
Waterford, CT (May 27, 2012) - Waterford Speedbowl put thrills on the track Sunday evening with its annual Memorial Day Madness event. A large turnout witnessed all the smashing and bash…
