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By Megan Rowe - August 16, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with Home Deli and Ben Shoen’s Home Improvement presented a full night of racing action on Friday, August 16, 2013. Headlining the nights racing action were the Sportsman and Pro Street division. Joining them were the Late Models, Thunder Stocks, Thunder Cars, Light Trucks and Novice Sportsman. Deline’s Auto Body presented a Dash for Cash for the Pro Street while the Truck Division ran double features as one was a makeup from August 2^nd.

The SUNY Canton College Light Trucks kicked off the night with their makeup feature from August 2, 2013. John Sullivan and Jeremy Scott led the feature to the green in their 15 lap event. John Sullivan took the lead of the field over Toby Tilts, Matt Larivee and Jim Scotts. At the halfway mark, John Sullivan was continuing to lead the way over Toby Hilts, Jeremy Scott, Jim Scott and Matt Larivee. John Sullivan went on to collect the victory over Toby Hilts, Matt Larivee, Jim Scott and Don Cole.

Chris Warner and Matt Zira led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car division to the green flag with Matt Zira taking the lead. Following Zira across the line was OJ White, Larry Tefft, Chris Warner and Dakota Bechler. The yellow flag flew on lap three when Chris Warner spun in turn number two. On the restart, OJ White was holding the field at bay as he resumed his spot at the top. Following OJ Was Matt Zira, Larry Tefft, Dakota Bechler and Dan Swem. Matt Zira and OJ White battled side by side for the top spot with Zira just edging for the lead at the line. As the field reached lap 10, Matt Zira, OJ White and Larry Tefft battled three wide for the top spot. Matt Zira collected the victory at the line with OJ White, Dan Swem, Ray Bechler, and Don Woodworth filling out the top five.

Mike Trapp and Billy Eisele led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green flag with Mike Trapp leading lap number one over Greg Belyea, Billy Eisele, Charlie Sandercock and Caley Weese. By lap six, Greg Belyea was knocking at Mike Trapp’s back door trying to charge for the lead while Billy Eisele and Charlie Sandercock battled for third and fourth. Greg Belyea collected the Bear World Halfway Bonus. Billy Eisele, Mike Trapp, Charlie Sandercock, Caley Weese and Greg Peake filled out the field. Greg Belyea collected the victory over Billy Eisele, Charlie Sandercock, Mike Trapp and Caley Weese.

Andy Howard and Tiger Chapman led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to the green. Andy Howard led lap number one with Taylor Caprara, Tiger Chapman, Josh Van Brocklin and Chris Thurston filling out the top five. Taylor Caprara began to close the gap between him self and leader Andy Howard as the field was getting ready to reach lap 10 with Caprara ultimately taking the top spot. At the halfway mark, Taylor Caprara was leading the way earning him the Massey’s Furniture Barn halfway bonus. Following Caprara at the line was Andy Howard, Josh Van Brocklin, Brandon Hagan and Tiger Chapman. Taylor Caprara began to lengthen his lead on the field with Josh Van Brocklin and Brandon Hagan filling out the top three with the five laps to go sign being shown on the field. Taylor Caprara collected his second victory in 2013 with Brandon Hagan, Josh Van Brocklin, Andy Howard and Chris Thurston filling out the top five.

Mike Vaadi and Justin Burns led the SUNY Canton Thunder Stocks to the green. Phil Desormeau jumped out to the lead of lap one over Mike Vaadi, Frank Nortz, Justin Burns and Mark Barker. At lap five, Phil Desormeau continued to lead the way as Justin Burns slipped into the second position with Mike Vaadi, Frank Nortz and Matt Zira filling out the top five. The caution flag waived on lap 12 when Mike Vaadi stopped in turn number two as Phil Desormeau’s lead on the field quickly vanished. Phil Desormeau was able to keep his lead while Matt Zira slipped into the second position over Justin Burns. Phil Desormeau collected the victory over Matt Zira, Justin Burns, Mark Barker, Frank Nortz.

Rick Dusckas and Mike Allen led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green in their 20 lap feature event. Rick Dusckas led lap number one over Mike Allen, Steven Gilmore, Shawn Kirby and Sid Harmer. Rick Dusckas and Mike Allen battled heavily for the lead with Jason Gilmore, David Rogers and Shawn Kirby all battling for position. Sid Harmer Jr was leading the way at the halfway mark; this earned him the Thomas Trash Halfway Bonus. Following Sid Harmer at the line was Rick Dusckas, Mike Allen and Shawn Kirby. Josh Verne stopped in turn number two to bring out the yellow flag. When the green flag flew again, Sid Harmer Jr continued to lead the way with Shawn Kirby, Rick Dusckas, Milt Combs and Steven Gilmore filling out the top five. Sid Harmer Jr collected the victory, giving him the Drive America/Watertown Auto Sales Back to Back bonus. Following Sid Harmer Jr. across the line was Shawn Kirby, Milt Combs, Rick Dusckas, and Kenny Hamm.

Don Cole and Jim Scott led the SUNY Canton Light Trucks to the green. Toby Hilts, Jim Scott, John Sullivan, Jeannie Nicholas and Matt Larivee filled out the top five. John Sullivan took over the lead on a lap three restart with Matt Larrivee, Toby Hilts, Jim Scott and Jeannie Nicholas filling out the top five. John Sullivan went on to collect the victory over Matt Larivee, Toby Hilts, Jeannie Nicholas and Jim Scott.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will return to racing action on Friday, August 23rd. Headlining the nights racing action will be the Sportsman and Pro Street Division. Also in racing action were the thunder cars, thunder stocks, light trucks, and novice sportsman. The track will host $20 a car load night as well. General Admission gates open at 5:30 with hot laps for all divisions at 6:30 and heats beginning promptly at 7:30. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at ^{www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.}

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with Dig Safely NY and Steven J. Hall Contracting presented the Tyler Mason Memorial on Friday, August 9, 2013. Taking center stage were the Sportsman, Pro Street, Thunder Stocks, and Mod Lites. The Thunder Car division was also in action as they hosted two feature events as they were making up a rained out event from August 2^nd.

The makeup feature for SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division was the first on the docket with Shane Ray and Dakota Bechler leading to the green. Dakota Bechler took the lead of lap number one with OJ White, Larry Tefft, Shane Ray and Ray Bechler filling out the top five. By lap five, Dakota Bechler had stretched out his lead leaving his dad Ray to battle with OJ White for the second position as Shane Ray and Chuck Monica filled out the top five. When the five laps to go sign was shown to the field, Dakota Bechler continued to lead the way with Ray Bechler and OJ White filling out the top three. Dakota Bechler collected his first Can-Am victory in the Thunder Car division with Ray Bechler, OJ White, Chuck Monica and Larry Teff filling out the top five.

The SUNY Canton College Mod Lites kicked off the night’s regular racing action with Dan Ferguson and Rich Rainville leading the front row to the green flag. Rich Rainville took the lead of lap number one over Dan Ferguson, Matt Rainville, Mike Bruce and Dan Reif. By lap five, Rich Rainville was continuing to lead with way with Dan Ferguson and Matt Rainville closely following in hopes to take the top spot. The caution flag waved on lap nine when Dan Reif slowed in turn two; the caution created a lap six shootout to the finish. Dan Ferguson would try on the outside of Rich Rainville on the restart to take the top spot but would loose a bit of momentum and allow Matt Rainville to gain some ground on him. Rich Rainville collected the victory over Dan Ferguson, Matt Rainville, Mike Bruce and Dan Reif.

Josh Verne and Tony Frezzo led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green flag with Josh Verne taking the lead. Following Verne across the line was Mike Allen, Milt Combs, Robert Martin and Tony Frezzo. The first caution flag waved on lap five when a group of cars got together in turn number four. On the restart, Josh Verne continued to lead the way over Sid Harmer Sr., Sid Harmer Jr., David Rogers and Milt Combs filled out the top five. Another quick caution flew for Jerod Radley and Kenny Hamm who came together on the backstretch. On the restart, Josh Verne kept control of the field but it wasn’t without having intense pressure from Sid Harmer Jr and Sid Harmer Sr who were applying heavy pressure for the lead. At the halfway mark, Sid Harmer Jr was leading the way earning him the Thomas Trash Bonus. Following him was Josh Verne, Sid Harmer Sr., David Rogers and Milt Combs. The final caution flag flew on lap 18 for a car spinning in turn number 2. On the restart, Sid Harmer Jr was able to keep his challengers at bay and went on to collect the victory. Sid Harmer Sr, Josh Verne, Kenny Hamm and David Rogers cross the line to fill out the top five.

The SUNY Canton Thunder Stock was led to the green by Mike Vaadi and Nick Trapp. Nick Trapp took the lead of lap number one over Matt Zira, Frank Nortz, Mike Vaadi and Justin Burns. By lap four, Matt Zira took over the lead with Justin Burns, Frank Nortz, Phil Desormeau and Mike Vaadi. Phil Desormeau wasted little time getting to the front as he quickly took over the command of the field with Matt Zira and Justin Burns filling out the top three. Phil Desormeau collected the win over Matt Zira, Justin Burns, Don Woodworth and Frank Nortz.

Andy Howard and Tiger Chapman led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to the green flag with Andy Howard taking the lead of the field. Following Howard was Tiger Chapman, Chris Thurston, Jeff Stevenson and Tyler Meeks. By lap five, Chris Thurston had the lead of the field with Brandon Hagan, Jeff Stevenson, Josh Van Brocklin and Taylor Caprara filling out the top five. At the halfway mark, Chris Thurston was leading the way earning him the Massey’s Furniture Barn Halfway Challenge. Following Thurston was Brandon Hagan, Josh Van Brocklin, Taylor Caprara and Jeff Stevenson. On lap 14, Brandon Hagan pulled to the outside of Chris Thurston to take over the lead while Josh Van Brocklin and Taylor Caprara battled side by side for the third position. On a lap 18 restart, Josh Van Brocklin moved into the second position and began to work hard at tracking down the leader Brandon Hagan. Brandon Hagan went on to collect the victory over Josh Van Brocklin, Taylor Caprara, Brandon Hagan, and Tyler Meeks.

Billy Eisele and Brandon Kidd led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green flag with Brandon Kidd leading lap one. Following Kidd across the line was Billy Eisele, Charlie Sandercock, Mike Trapp and Caley Weese. Brandon Kidd and Billy Eisele waged a heavy battle for the lead as the laps clicked away. Brandon Kidd and Billy Eisele raced side by side with Charlie Sandercock looking to enter the mix. Billy Eisele took the lead of the field by lap 8 with the top three checking out on the rest of the field. Billy Eisele went on to collect the win over Charlie Sandercock, Brandon Kidd, Mike Trapp and Caley Weese.

Larry Tefft and Matt Zira led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division to the green flag for their 15 lap event. Larry Tefft took the lead of lap number one over Ray Bechler, Matt Zira, Chris Warner II, and OJ White. Larry Tefft kept control of the field as the laps clicked to five with Ray Bechler, OJ White, Chris Warner II and Dakota Bechler filling out the top five. Ray Bechler went on to collect the victory over Dakota Bechler, OJ White, Larry Tefft and Chris Warner II.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will return to racing action on Friday, August 16, 2013 with $5 Fan Appreciation Night. Headlining the nights racing action will be the Sportsman competing in a 25 lap event with the winners share being $ 750. Also on the nights racing card will be a complete show for the Pro Streets, Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars, and Thunder Stocks. The Light Trucks will return to racing action where they will compete in two feature events as a makeup from August 2nd will be added to the docket. Deline’s Auto Body will also host a dash for the Thunder Car division. General Admission is $5 while the military always gains free admittance with ID thanks to Body Pro’s. Hot laps will begin at 6:30pm with a full racing program beginning promptly at 7:30pm. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at ^{www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.}

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with Kost Tire, Arsenal Street Wine and Liquor along with Bottle Caps presented a full night of racing on Friday, August 2, 2013. The nights racing action featured Sportsman, Pro Streets, Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars and Thunder Stocks. The Light Truck division was also introduced to the speedway for the first time. What started out as a beautiful evening, was capped off by rain falling at the speedway and postponing the feature events for the Light Trucks and Thunder Car divisions.

Brandon Kidd and Mike Trapp led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green flag in their 20 lap event. Brandon Kidd led lap number one over Mike Trapp, Charlie Sandercock, Greg Belyea and David McDonald. The caution flag waved on lap number four when Greg Belyea spun heading into turn number two. On the restart, Brandon Kidd and Charlie Sandercock battled side by side for the top spot with Brandon Kidd continuing to lead the way with Sandercock, Eisele, David McDonald and Mike Trapp filling out the top five. At the halfway mark, Brandon Kidd was continuing to lead the way, making him eligible for the Bear World Halfway Bonus. Following Kidd across the line were Charlie Sandercock, Billy Eisele, David McDonald, Caley Weese and Mike Trapp. Brandon Kidd collected the victory over Charlie Sandercock, David McDonald, Greg Belyea and Caley Weese.

Nick Trapp and Don Woodoworth led the SUNY Canton Thunder Stock Division to the green flag with Nick Trapp leading lap number one over Don Woodworth, Justin Burns, John Holder and Phil Desormeau. By lap five, Phil Desormeau was leading the way over Justin Burns, Don Woodworth, John Holder and Nick Trapp. The caution flag waived on lap 11 when John Holder’s car slowed on the speedway this created a three lap dash to the finish. When the green flag flew, Phil Desormeau continued to lead the way. Phil Desormeau went on to collect the win over Justin Burns, Don Woodworth, Nick Trapp, and Adam Collins.

The SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman were next on the docket with Nick Webb and Tiger Chapman leading the field to the green flag in their 25 lap feature event. Tiger Chapman jumped out to the early lead over Nick Webb with Josh Van Brocklin, Chris Thurston and Rick McCready filling out the top five. By lap five, Tiger Chapman was continuing to lead the way over Josh Van Brocklin, Chris Thurston, Nick Webb and Rick McCready. The caution flag waved on lap ten when Chris Thurston’s front end broke bringing out the yellow flag. On the restart, Tiger Chapman kept the lead with Josh Van Brocklin and Brandon Hagan battling side by side for the second position. At the halfway mark, Josh Van Brocklin collected the Massey’s Furniture Barn Halfway Bonus with Tiger Chapman, Brandon Hagan, Taylor Caprara and Nick Webb filling out the top five. Josh Van Brocklin continued to out stretch his lead over Brandon Hagan with Taylor Caprara, Nick Webb and Rick McCready filling out the top five. Josh Van Brocklin went on to collect the victory over Brandon Hagan, Taylor Caprara, Nick Webb and Rick McCready.

Rick Dusckas and Mike Allen led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green flag with Mike Allen taking the lead over Josh Verne, Mike Durham, and Steven Gilmore. The caution flag waved on lap one when Ken Hartshorn stopped in turn one and two. On the restart, Mike Allen kept the lead over Josh Verne, Mike Durahm, Rick Dusckas and Shawn Kriby. The yellow flag waved again when Jerod Radley slowed on the front stretch. On the restart, David Rogers took over control of the field over Shawn Kirby, Steven Gilmore, Mike Durham and Rick Duskcas. At the halfway mark, Shawn Kirby took over the lead from David Rogers with Sid Harmer, Steven Gilmore and Mike Durham filling out the top five. Shawn Kirby leading at the halfway mark earned him the Thomas Trash Halfway Bonus. Shawn Kirby began to extend his lead while David Rogers and Sid Harmer Jr battled for the second position. The caution waved on lap 19 calling a complete race as rain began to fall on the speedway.

Mother Nature putting a screeching hault to the rest of the nights feature action which was the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division and the tracks first appearance by the Light Trucks.

On Friday, August 9, 2013, the track will host the “Tyler Mason Memorial” event sponsored by Dig Safely NY, and Steven J. Hall Contracting. The night will kick off with the makeup feature for the Light Trucks before the nights regular racing action. Highlighting the night will be the Sportsman division along with the Pro Street and Pro Late Models. Also on the docket will be the Thunder Cars, Thunder Stocks, and Light Trucks. The Mod Lites will be joining the racing action for the first time since May while there will also be a special appearance by the Mid State Vintage Stock Car Club. General Admission for the event will be $10 while ages 16 and under are free. The Military gain free general admittance courtesy of Body Pros. Hot laps begin at 6:30 with racing action featuring heats and features for all divisions will begin at 7:30pm. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585. 

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with FABCO, Massey’s Furniture Barn, and Kipp’s Café presented a full night of racing action on Friday, July 26, 2013. Headlining the nights racing action was a 25 lap Sportsman Modified A-Main. Joining the sportsman were the Pro Streets, Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars and Thunder Stocks. Also on the docket was a Sportsman Dash for Cash sponsored by Deline’s Auto Body.

The first feature of the evening was the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division where Cole Reinman and OJ White led the field to the green in their 15 lap feature event. OJ White led the field as they came across for lap number one over Ray Bechler, Larry Tefft, Dakota Bechler and Chris Warner. By lap number two, Ray Bechler had slipped under OJ White to take over the lead. At lap 5, Ray Bechler continued to stretch out his lead with OJ White chasing him. Larry Tefft, Chris Warner and Dakota Bechler were waging in a heavy battle for the third through fifth position. On lap 8, the first yellow flag flew when OJ White spun while running in the second position. At the restart, Ray Bechler continued to lead the way with Larry Tefft and Cory Castell filling out the top three. Ray Bechler went on to collect the win over Cory Castell, OJ White, Dakota Bechler, and Larry Tefft.

Jerod Radley and Mike Allen led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green with Jerod Radley leading lap number one over Mike Allen, Robert Martin, Rick Dusckas and Kenny Hamm. At lap five, Robert Martin had taken over the lead of the field with Jerod Radley following along with Sid Harmer Jr., Kenny Hamm and Rick Dusckas heavy battling for third through fifth. The caution flag flew on lap 8 when Rick Ducskas blew an engine going into turn three and four and collecting a few cars with him. On the restart, Robert Martin continued to lead the way over Sid Harmer, Kenny Hamm, Jerod Radley and Rick Dusckas. Robert Martin continued to lead the way at the halfway point of the race giving Martin the Thomas Trash halfway bonus. Following Martin at the halfway point was Kenny Hamm, Sid Harmer, Shawn Kirby, Jerod Radley, Steven Gilmore, Milt Combs, and Mike Allen. The caution flag flew on lap 13, as Josh Verne stopped in turn one and two. On the restart, Kenny Hamm slipped under Rob Martin to take the lead with Sid Harmer, Shawn Kirby and Milt Combs filling out the top five. The caution fell as the field came across for lap 19, creating a one lap dash between Kenny Hamm and Robert Martin. At the checkered flag, Kenny Hamm collected the win over Robert Martin, Sid Harmer, Shawn Kirby, and Milt Combs.

The SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman was led to the green by Rick McCready and Nick Webb with Nick Webb leading lap number one over Rick McCready, Justin Thompson, Brandon Hagan and Chris Thurston. At lap ten, Nick Webb was still continuing to lead the way as he began to enter lap traffic with Rick McCready, Brandon Hagan, Justin Thompson and Jeff Stevenson filling out the top five. At the halfway point, Nick Webb was leading the way which earned him the bonus from Massey’s Furniture. Following Webb was Rick McCready, Brandon Hagan, Justin Thompson, Jeff Stevenson, Taylor Caprara, Anthony Stockman, Josh Van Brocklin, Chris Thurston and Andy Howard. On a lap 14 restart, Nick Webb continued to lead but Brandon Hagan slipped into the second position while Justin Thompson made his way into third. Brandon Hagan began to click away the seconds between himself and Nick Webb. Brandon Hagan took over the lead of the field on a lap 18 restart with Nick Webb, Justin Thompson, Rick McCready and Taylor Caprara filling out the top five. As the checkered flag waved, Brandon Hagan collected the victory over Nick Webb, Justin Thompson, Taylor Caprara and Chris Thurston.

Mike Trapp and Brandon Kidd led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green flag with Brandon Kidd leading lap number one. Following Kidd across the line were Mike Trapp, Greg Belyea, Charlie Sandercock and Billy Eisele. Mike Trapp slowed coming out of turn number two, allowing Greg Belyea to move past him on the outside for the second position. At the halfway mark, Greg Belyea had the lead of the field earning him the Bear World ½ way bonus. Following Belyea was Brandon Kidd, David McDonald, Mike Trapp, Charlie Sandercock and Billy Eisele. At the checkered flag, Greg Belyea collected the win over David McDonald, Charlie Sandercock, Billy Eisele, and Mike Trapp.

Aaron Fuller and Phil Desormeau led the SUNY Canton College Thunder Stock to the green flag with Phil Desormeau leading lap number one over Aaron Fuller, Matt Zira, Justin Burns and Mike Vaadi. At the halfway mark, Phil Desormeau continued to lead the way over Matt Zira and Aaron Fuller. Phil Desormeau went on to collect the victory over Matt Zira, Aaron Fuller, Justin Burns and Matt Marcinko.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will be back in action on Friday, August 2nd as Kost Tire presents a full night of racing action. The Sportsman Modified will compete in a 25 lap A-Main with the winners share being $750. Also in action will be the Pro Late Models, Pro Street, Thunder Cars, Thunder Stocks and Novice Sportsman. There will also be powder puff races for the women in all divisions. Hotlaps begin at 6:30pm with racing action slated to begin at 7:30pm. General Admission is $10 while as always 16 and under is free. Our military personal also gain entrance to the speedway for free thanks to Body Pro’s of Watertown. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

By Megan Rowe - July 12, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with Massey’s Furniture Barn and Chiappone Tire bringing the nights racing action on Friday, July 12, 2013. Headlining the night was the Sportsman division racing a 25 Lap feature with the winner pocketing $750. Joining them were the Pro Late Models, Pro Street Stocks, Thunder Cars, Thunder Stocks, and Novice Sportsman.

Mike Trapp and Brandon Kidd led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green flag with Greg Belyea jumping out from his third position to take the lead. Following Belyea across the line was Mike Trapp, Charlie Sandercock, Billy Eisele and AJ Kingsley. By lap five, Belyea had stretched out his lead on Mike Trapp as Trapp and Charlie Sandercock began a heated battle for the second position. At the halfway mark, Greg Belyea continued to lead the charge which made him eligible for the Bear World Halfway Bonus. On lap 12, Charlie Sandercock used the bottom to slide around Mike Trapp to take away the second position. Greg Belyea went on to collect the victory over Charlie Sandercock, Mike Trapp, Billy Eisele, and AJ Kingsley.

In the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Stock Division, Matt Zira led lap number one over Jon Williams, Fred Robinski, Mark Barker, and Matt Marcinko. As the field to came to complete lap two, Matt Zira ducked into the pit area giving the lead to Jon Williams. At lap five, Jon Williams continued to lead the charge over Fred Robinski, Matt Marcinko, Justin Burns and Mike Vaadi. Fred Robinski was applying pressure to Jon Williams for the lead as the field completed the halfway mark and one lap later, Robinski took over the lead of the field. At lap 12, Fred Robinski who was leading the race, drove off turn number two and came to a stop bringing out the yellow. On the restart, Matt Marcinko was leading the way over Justin Burns, Mike Vaadi, Mark Barker and Don Woodworth. At the checkered flag, Matt Marcinko took the win at the line over Justin Burns, and Mike Vaadi.

In the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division, Rick Dusckas and Kenny Hamm led the field to the green with Kenny Hamm leading lap number one over Josh Verne, Milt Combs, Rick Dusckas and Sid Harmer Jr. On lap five, Kenny Hamm was continuing to lead the way over Josh Verne, Sid Harmer Jr., Shawn Kirby, and David Rogers. Josh Verne then spun in turn number two and collected Shawn Kirby which brought out the yellow flag. On the restart, Kenny Hamm continued to lead the way over David Rogers, Matt Parkhurst, and Sid Harmer. Kenny Hamm and Matt Parkhurst waged a heavy battle for the lead where the pair ran side by side for many laps with Parkhurst coming out on top. Matt Parkhurst went on to collect the victory over Kenny Hamm, David Rogers, Sid Harmer Jr., and Milt Combs. Matt Parkhurst would fail post race inspection.

Rick McCready and Nick Webb led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to the green flag with Nick Webb jumping out to the lead over Rick McCready, Chris Thurston, Andy Howard and Michael Prentice. By lap five, Rick McCready was leading the way over Nick Webb, Andy Howard, Chris Thurston and Anthony Stockman who was battling with Taylor Caprara for fifth. Andy Howard took over control of the field by lap 10, with Rick McCready and Taylor Caprara entering the top five. Andy Howard was the leader at the halfway mark which made him eligible for the Massey’s Furniture Barn ½ way Bonus over Taylor Caprara, Rick McCready, Anthony Stockman and Chris Thurston. The caution flag flew on lap 15 when Justin Thompson spun in turn number four. On the restart, Andy Howard continued to keep control of the field over Taylor Caprara, Rick McCready, Anthony Stockman and Chris Thurston. In only his second race at Can-Am in 2013, Andy Howard went on to collect the win over Taylor Caprara, Anthony Stockman, Josh Van Brocklin and Dave Emmons.

OJ White and John Holder led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division to the green flag in their 15 lap feature event. OJ White led lap number one over Matt Zira, Shane Ray, Fred Robinski, and Larry Tefft. At lap five, OJ White had a tremendous lead on the field with Shane Ray, Matt Zira, Dakota Bechler and Fred Robinski filling out the top five. OJ White went on to collect the victory over Dakota Bechler, Shane Ray, Chuck Monica, and Fred Robinski.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will be back in regular racing action on Friday, July 19, 2013. Cheney Tire will sponsor First Responder Night with all First Responders getting in free when they show ID. The Highlife will sponsor the nights racing action with it will be Autograph night for the 2013 season where fans will have the opportunity to visit their favorite drivers on the front stretch and obtain their autographs. The Sportsman division will headline the nights racing action with the Pro Late Models, Pro Streets, Thunder Cars, Thunder Stocks and Novice Sportsman on the docket. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Parent Wins ESS Budweiser Shootout; Van Brocklin, Rogers, Eisele, Burns and Bechler Collect Wins

By Megan Rowe - July 6, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with Eagle Beverage & Performance Auto presented the Budweiser Shootout on Friday, July 5, 2013. The nights racing action, sponsored by Subway and Empire Recycling Corporation featured the Empire Super Sprints for a 25 Lap A-Main as part of their SUNY Canton CNY Speed Week. Joining in racing action were the Sportsman, Pro Late Models, Pro Street Stocks, Thunder Cars and Thunder Stocks.

Kenny Hamm and Shawn Kirby led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to their green flag with Kenny Hamm taking the early lead over Shawn Kirby, Matt Parkhurst, David Rogers and Josh Verne. On lap one, the caution flag waved when Jerod Radley stopped in turns three and four. On the restart, Matt Parkhurst jumped out to the lead from his third place starting position with Kenny Hamm and Shawn Kirby following in tow. Josh Verne brought out the next caution lap on lap 8 when he spun while riding in the third position. Matt Parkhurst continued to lead the charge over David Rogers, Shawn Kirby, Sid Harmer, Kenny Hamm, Steven Gilmore, Rob Martin, Rick Dusckas, Josh Verne and Jerod Radley. As the laps came to a close, Matt Parkhurst and David Rogers engaged in a heated battle for the lead with Matt Parkhurst on top. Parkhurst was the first to cross the line followed by David Rogers, Sid Harmer, Shawn Kirby and Josh Verne. Parkhurst would fail to pass post race inspection.

The SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division were up next with Cole Reinman and Shane Ray leading the way to the green in their 15 lap feature event. The caution flag waved as the field came across to complete lap one as multiple cars had tangled in turns three and four. Ray Bechler was leading the way with OJ White, John Stanley, John Williams and Fred Robinski leading the charge. At the halfway mark, Bechler had out stretched his lead with John Stanley, OJ White, Shane Ray, John Williams, Fred Robinski, Don Woodworth, and Nick Trapp chasing for the top spot. Ray Bechler would collect the victory over OJ White, Fred Robinski, Don Woodworth, and John Williams. The Empire Super Sprints were next for their 25 lap A-Main. Michael Parent, Patrick Vigneault, Cory Sparks, Jason Barney and Jessica Zemken led the first lap of the feature. Sammy Reakes was knocking down Jessica Zemken’s door for the fifth position. By the fifth lap, Reakes had entered the top five while Patrick Vigneault was closing in on leader Michael Parent for the top spot. At the halfway mark, Patrick Vigneault took over the lead with Michael Parent, Cory Sparks, Jason Barney and Sammy Reakes filling out the top five. As Vignealt was working his way through lap traffic, Michael Parent was closing back in on the top spot. Michael Parent would collect the victory in the caution free event over Patrick Vignealt and Cory Sparks, who proposed to his girlfriend in victory lane.

Shane Pecore and Josh Van Brocklin led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to Matt Burdick’s green flag for their 30 lap special event. Shane Pecore jumped out to the early lead over Josh Van Brocklin, Tyler Meeks, Dave Marcuccilli and Brandon Hagan. By lap five, Van Brocklin had slipped into the lead over Pecore, while Marcuccilli who won the last SUNY Canton Shootout had slipped into third. The caution flag waived on lap 14 when Jordan Miller slowed on the outside of turn one and two with a flat tire. On the restart, Van Brocklin was leading the charge over Marcuccilli, Brandon Hagan, Shane Pecore, Taylor Caprara, Anthony Stockman, Tyler Meeks, Dylan Breen, Jeff Stevenson and Justin Thompson. On lap 18, the yellow flag waved when Chris Thurston and Denny Peebles stopped coming out of turn four. On the restart, Josh Van Brocklin would show dominance as he went on to collect the victory over Shane Pecore, Brandon Hagan, Dave Marcuccilli and Taylor Caprara.

The SUNY Canton College Thunder Cars were next on the program with Justin Burns and Jon Williams leading the way to the green flag. Justin Burns took over the early lead of lap number one over Jon Williams, Nick Trapp, Don Woodworth and Justin Pope. By lap five, Burns continued to lead the way but was beginning to receive pressure from Don Woodworth with Jon Williams, Nick Trapp and Trevor Halliday following. The caution waived on lap 10 when Aaron Fuller spun in turns three and four. On the restart, Justin Burns kept the field at bay as he continued to lead the way. A few short laps later, Don Woodworth took over control of the field. Don Woodworth crossed the line at the checked flag with Justin Burns, Fred Robinski, Nick Trapp and Trevor Halliday filling out the top five. Woodworth and Robinski would fail to pass post race inspection.

The final feature of the evening was the SUNY Canton Late Models with Brandon Kidd and Charlie Sandercock leading the charge to the green. Brandon Kidd jumped out to the lead over Billy Eisele, Charlie Sandercock, AJ Kingsley and Nick Trapp. As the laps clicked away to the halfway mark, Billy Eisele began to put pressure on Brandon Kidd. Billy Eisele would take the top spot and then go on to collect the victory over Brandon Kidd, Charlie Sandercock, AJ Kingsley and Mike Trapp.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will return to racing action on Friday, July 12, 2013. The night will be Fan Appreciation night sponsored by Massey’s Furniture Barn. On the nights racing card will be the Sportsman, Pro Late Models, Pro Street, Thunder Cars, Thunder Stocks and Novice Sportsman. There will also be a mechanics race for all divisions. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Marcuccilli Wins SUNY Canton Shootout; Kirby, Sandercock and Williams Take Home Checkers

By Megan Rowe - June 20, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with SUNY Canton, Extreme Builders of Watertown and Time Warp Tavern presented the SUNY Canton Shootout on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. The Sportsman division headlined the nights racing action with a 40 lap, $2,000 to win event. Also on the racing card for the evening was the Pro Late Models and Pro Street Stocks. The mod lites joined the racing action as they were added to the card after their last regular show at Can-Am was lost to Mother Nature.

The SUNY Canton College Mod Lites were the first on the docket for their 15 lap feature A-Main. Doug Williams and Matt Rainville led the group of 16 cars to the green flag with Doug Williams showing the early edge by leading lap number one. The caution flag flew on lap four when track regular Matt Rainville stopped coming out of turn number two. On the restart, Tiger Chapman used his track experience to lurch forward into the top five and began his assault on the leader for the top spot. By lap six, Doug Williams was leading the way over Tiger Chapman, Justin Williams, Stirling Miller and Joel Hargrave. Justin Williams and Stirling Miller waged a heavy battle for the third position, which allowed Doug Williams and Tiger Chapman to lengthen their lead on the rest of the field. Doug Williams collected the victory over Stirling Miller, Tiger Chapman, Justin Williams and Joel Hargrave.

Charlie Sandercock and Dale Caswell led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green flag in their 20 lap feature event. Dale Caswell jumped to the initial lead over Sandercock, Brandon Kidd, AJ Kingsley and Billy Eisele. As the laps clicked away to the halfway mark, Dale Caswell and Charlie Sandercock had begun to wage a heavy battle for the lead. Sandercock used the outside lane to try to get around Dale Caswell to take away the top spot. By lap 15, Sandercock had slipped into the lead with Brandon Kidd also taking advantage of the high lane and moving around Caswell for second. Charlie Sandercock collected the victory over Brandon Kidd, Billy Eisele, Dale Caswell and AJ Kingsley.

The SUNY Canton Pro Street Division was next with Kenny Hamm and Matt Parkhurst leading the charge to the green flag. Matt Parkhurst quickly took over the lead of lap number one over Kenny Hamm, Josh Verne, Shawn Kirby and Sid Harmer Jr. The yellow flew on lap number two when many cars became tangled in turns three and four. On the restart, Shawn Kirby used the opportunity to slip into the second position while Kenny Hamm, Josh Verne and Sid Harmer Jr. filled out the top five. Matt Parkhurst and Shawn Kirby began to wage a heavy battle for the lead with Kirby giving Parkhurst little opportunity for error as they worked their way around the speedway. Finally, on lap 17 Shawn Kirby pulled to the outside of Matt Parkhurst coming out of turn number two to take the lead. It wouldn’t take long for the field to enter lap traffic with Kirby slicing and dicing his way through as the rest of the top five hoped that it would slow Kirby up enough for them to have the opportunity to challenge for the lead. Shawn Kirby showed dominance as he went on to collect the victory over Josh Verne, Sid Harmer Jr., Eli Gilbert, and Kenny Hamm.  

The SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman 40 lap feature A-Main was next up. The first event of the GRIT Series found hometown regulars Anthony Stockman and Josh Van Brocklin on the front row for the main event. As the green flag flew, track point leader Brandon Hagan brought out the yellow flag as he slowed and came to a stop in turn one and two. The field regrouped for the green flag with Josh Van Brocklin jumping out to the lead with Anthony Stockman, Taylor Caprara, Dave Marcuccilli and Jeremy Pitcher filling out the top five. Josh Van Brocklin began to enter lap traffic at 10 laps into the race when the yellow flag waved for Tyler Meeks who had slowed in turn number four. On the restart, Josh Van Brocklin was able to maintain he lead but began to feel the pressure from Tyler Tipple, Dave Marcuccilli, Jeremy Pitcher and Anthony Stockman. Josh Van Brocklin, Tyler Dippel and Dave Marcuccilli battled side by side in a three way battle for the lead with Dave Marcuccilli coming out on top. Dippel slipped into the second position with Van Brocklin in third. Dave Marcuccilli was able to hold off the pressure from Tyler Dippel to collect the SUNY Canton Shootout Victory and the first event in the GRIT Series. Matt Janczuk, Josh Van Brocklin and Jeremy Pitched filled out the top five.

In honor of our 2013 Graduates in the North Country, Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will take a break from racing action on Friday, June 21^st. Racing action will resume on Friday, June 28^th when we will reach the midpoint of our season and host double points for all divisions. Highlighting the evenings racing events sponsored by Watertown Auto Sales will be the Sportsman. Joining them will be the Late Models, Pro Streets, Thunder Cars, Thunder Stocks and Novice Sportsman. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585. 

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Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Presents SUNY Canton Shootout This Wednesday Night; $2000 to Win Sportsman Grit Series Event; Sportsman Heat Race Winners to Receive $50 NAPA Auto Parts Prize Package From Dig Safely New York

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – June 18, 2013

For the second time this season, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park presents the SUNY Canton Shootout featuring a 40 lap, $2000 to win Sportsman race, as well as a $1000 to win Pro Stock vs Street Stock Challenge plus the Pro Late Models and Mod Lites. 

Extreme Builders of Watertown as well as Time Warp Tavern sponsor the night’s events.  If you remember back to just a few short weeks ago, Josh VanBrocklin took home the win after a thrilling battle with Sportsman invader Nick Guererri.  Both drivers will be back next week, looking to take the checkered flag in the 40 lap main event.  The winner of this race will earn a guaranteed starting spot in the September 13^th SUNY Canton Shootout $3000 to win event.

The Sportsman race will be the first race in the newly announced GRIT Series.  This Series is a Statewide top notch touring series for the GM-602 Crate Sportsman Modifieds featuring a points fund payout and contingency prize pool rivaled by none.  The June 19^th race at Can Am will be the first of six scheduled events that will also visit Thunder Mountain Speedway, Glen Ridge Speedway and Woodhull Speedway.  For more information on the Grit Series please visit www.thundermountainracewaypark.com/grit-series.html.  

Dig Safely New York has partnered with NAPA Auto Parts to present the Sportsman HEAT race winners a $50 product package. The package includes oil filter, WD40, liquid wrench, spray degreaser, carb cleaner, brake cleaner, car wax, hand cleaner & power steering fluid.

Both Hoosier and American Racer tires are allowed for this event for all competitors in the Late Model and Sportsman divisions.  For more questions regarding tech, please contact Alana Larmon at (646) 416-3585.

General admission for this spectacular event is only $12 for adults.  Ages 16 and under are admitted free of charge.  Military members with valid ID are also admitted free of charge.  Pit Gates will open at 5:30pm and grandstands will open up at 6pm with racing action getting underway at 7:30pm.

Don’t forget that we are also racing this Friday Night as Cheney Tire and Convenient Storage & Containers is on board at Can Am Motorsports Park with a full racing program.  It is fan appreciation night at the track with just $5 admission into the main grandstand.  We will also have a Cheney Tire 30 lap Enduro paying $500 to win, and $100 for second place.  Please note that Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park will be closed next Friday night, June 21^st. 

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Burdick at (646) 416-3585.

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Caprara Wins Sportsman Main at Can-Am; Par k hurst, Sandercoc k , Costell, Durham and Luther Collect Wins 

By Megan Rowe - June 14, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Par k presented a full night of racing action on Friday, June 14, 2013. The nights racing action, sponsored by Cheney Tire, featured the Sportsman and Late Model divisions headlining the night. Also in racing action were the Thunder Cars, Thunder Stoc k s, Pro Street Stoc k s and Novice Sportsman. A 40 lap enduro completed the nights racing action.

Da k ota Bechler and Don Woodworth led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division to the green in their 15 lap feature event. Da k ota Bechler too k the lead of lap number one over Matt Zira, Shane Ray, Cory Costell, and Chuc k Monica. By lap five, Cory Costell had ta k en over the second position and was putting pressure on Da k ota Bechler for the lead while Chuc k Monica, Ray Bechler and Matt Zira filling out the top five. Cory Castell battled side by side on the bac k stretch for the lead with Cory Castell ta k ing over the lead with Chuc k Monica, Da k ota Bechler, Ray Bechler and Matt Zira completing the top ten. Cory Castell collected his first Can-Am win over Chuc k Monica, Da k ota Bechler, Ray Bechler and Matt Zira.

The SUNY Canton Late Models were next on the doc k et with Mi k e Trapp and Charlie Sandercoc k leading the field to the green flag. Charlie Sandercoc k too k over the lead using the high side of the speedway with Billy Eisele, Brandon Kidd, Mi k e Trapp and AJ Kingsley. At the halfway mar k , Sandercoc k was still leading the way over Billy Eisele, Brandon Kidd, AJ Kingsley, Mi k e Trapp, Caley Weese, Ken Rogers, Greg Belyea, and Elmer Stevenson. Charlie Sandercoc k ’s lead at the halfway mar k , gave him the $25 bonus from Bear World. The caution flag waved on lap 11 with Elmer Stevenson spinning in turn number four. On the restart, Charlie Sandercoc k was able to k eep the lead with Billy Eisele following in second and Brandon Kidd rounding out the top three. Charlie Sandercoc k collected the victory with Billy Eisele, Brandon Kidd, AJ Kingsley, and Mi k e Trapp rounding out the top five.

Ric k McCready and Nic k Webb led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to Matt Burdic k ’s green flag with McCready ta k ing the lead of lap number one. By lap three, Taylor Caprara had moved from his fifth place starting position into the lead with Ric k McCready, Josh Van Broc k lin, Chris Thurston and Brandon Hagan filling out the top five. The first caution came on lap five as a car slowed on the speedway, which bunched up the field for a restart. Taylor Caprara was able to k eep the lead over Brandon Hagan, Josh Van Broc k lin, Ric k McCready, Chris Thurston, Brandon Ford, Anthony Stoc k man and Mi k e Prentice. Taylor Caprara collected the Massey’s Furniture Barn ½ way bonus of $25. The next caution came on lap 14 when Justin Thompson and Scott Ford got into a tangle into the first turn. Taylor Caprara was able to k eep the field at bay to go on to collect the win over Brandon Hagan, Josh Van Broc k lin, Anthony Stoc k man and Chris Thurston.

The SUNY Canton Pro Street Division was led to the green flag by Robert Martin and Mi k e Allen. Robert Martin used the inside to his advantage to ta k e the lead of lap number one over Milt Combs, Matt Par k hurst, Mi k e Allen and David Rogers filling out the top five. By lap five, Matt Par k hurst too k over the lead of the field over Milt Combs, Shawn Kirby, Sid Harmer Jr, and Robert Martin. On lap six, the yellow flag flew with Kenny Hamm slowing on pit road. When racing action resumed, Matt Par k hurst k ept control of the field with Milt Combs, Shawn Kirby, David Rogers and Sid Harmer Jr filling out the top five. Matt Par k hurst was able to collect the Thomas Trash $25 ½ way bonus. Shawn Kirby managed to ta k e the second position from Shawn Kirby and began his pursuit on Matt Par k hurst. Matt Par k hurst went on to collect the victory over Shawn Kirby, Milt Combs, David Rogers and Sid Harmer Jr. Matt Par k hurt’s bac k to bac k victory also earned him the $100 Watertown Auto Sales/Drive One bonus.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Par k will be in racing action for race number 2 on the SUNY Canton Shootout on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. The nights racing action, presented by SUNY Canton, Extreme Builders and Time Warp Tavern will feature the Sportsman Modifieds competing in a 40 lap main worth $2,000 to the winner. Joining them will be the Street Stoc k vs Pro Stoc k challenge, Pro Late Models and Mod Lites. The nights action begins at 7:30 with General Admission being $12. The trac k will be closed for graduation wee k end on Friday, June 21, 2013. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the trac k s website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Burdic k at (646) 416-3585.

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VanBroc k lin, Par k hurst, Bechler, Zira, and Eisele Win Can-Am Mains

By Megan Rowe - May 31, 2013

Garden City NY… On a warm and humid summer evening, Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Par k along with Watertown Savings Ban k presented a full night of racing action on Friday, May 31, 2013. The evenings racing action hosted the Sportsman, Late Models, Pro Street, Thunder Cars and Novice Sportsman. For the first time in 2013, the trac k also welcomed the Thunder Stoc k division for wee k ly competition.

In the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman Nic k Webb and Dana Ai k ins led the field to the green in the 25 lap feature event. Dana Ai k ins showed the early control of the field over Anthony Stoc k man, Nic k Webb, Josh Van Broc k lin and Taylor Caprara. By lap five, Brandon Hagan had made his way into the top five, while Josh Van Broc k lin began to ma k e his assault on the top three. The field saw its first new leader of the night by lap eight when Van Broc k lin too k the lead over Ai k ins, Taylor Caprara, Anthony Stoc k man and Brandon Hagan. The top four began a heavy battle for the lead with ultimately Caprara and Van Broc k lin begin the heavy contenders for the lead. After a bac k and forth battle for a few laps, Van Broc k lin settled into the lead of the field. Lap traffic came into play for the front of the field as Caprara loo k ed to close the gap between himself and Van Broc k lin. It wouldn’t be enough as Josh Van Broc k lin would collect the victory over Taylor Caprara, Brandon Hagan, Anthony Stoc k man and Dana Ai k ins.

Billy Eisele and Mi k e Trapp led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green in their 20 lap feature event. Billy Eisele led the first lap over Mi k e Trapp, Sean Beardsley, Charlie Sandercoc k and Greg Belyea. Sean Beardsley too k over the second position by lap five, leaving Charlie Sandercoc k , Greg Belyea, and Mi k e Trapp filling out the top five. The caution flag waved on lap 10, when AJ Kingsley stopped in turn number two. Billy Eisele led at the halfway mar k , earning him the Bear World $25 bonus. On the restart, Billy Eisele was able to hold off Charlie Sandercoc k to collect the victory over Greg Belyea, Sean Beardsley and Brandon Kidd.

Ric k Ducs k as and Shawn Kirby led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green flag with Matt Par k hurst jumping to the lead from his fourth place starting position. Shawn Kirby, Ric k Ducs k as, David Rogers, and Kenny Hamm filled out the top five. On lap four the yellow flag flew when Ric k McCready stopped on the bac k stretch. On the restart, Matt Par k hurst continued leading the way over Shawn Kirby, David Rogers, Sid Harmer and Ric k Dusc k as. The caution flag waved on lap 8 when Kenny Hamm was spun on the bac k stretch, Hamm was able to continue. At the halfway mar k , Matt Par k hurst continued to lead the way earning him Thomas Trash ½ Way Bonus. Shawn Kirby was in second while Sid Harmer, David Rogers, Sid Harmer Jr., Steve Gilmore, Robert Martin, Mi k e Allen and Glen Forward filling out the top ten.  The final yellow waved on lap 18, causing a two lap shootout for the victory. Matt Par k hurst collected the victory over Shawn Kirby, David Rogers, Sid Harmer Jr., and Sid Harmer.

OJ White and Shane Ray led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division to the green in their 15 lap feature event. Matt Zira too k the lead of lap number one over Shane Ray, Chris Warner, OJ White and Joc k Symonds. By lap five, Matt Zira had begun to chec k out in the lead leaving Shane Ray, Chris Warner, Joc k Symonds and Ray Bechler to battle for positions two through five. The yellow flag flew on lap 11, when OJ White lost the engine in turn number one and two. When the racing action resumed, Matt Zira k ept the lead of the field with Joc k Symonds, Ray Bechler, Chris Warner and Shane Ray filling out the top five. As the field came for the white flag, Ray Bechler, Matt Zira, and Joc k Symonds went three wide with Ray Bechler collecting the win. Matt Zira, Joc k Symonds, Shane Ray and Don Woodworth filled out the top five.

The SUNY Canton College Thunder Stoc k opened up their 2013 season with JR Durham and Justin Pope leading the field to the green. For many of these drivers, this was their first time at Can-Am so it left anyone’s race to win. JR Durham jumped out to the lead over Matt Zira, Chuc k Monica, Justin Pope and Jon Williams at lap number one. The yellow waved on lap four for Randy Bowman slowing on the front stretch. On the restart, JR Durham, Chuc k Monica and Matt Zira began a heated battle for the lead. The trio would go three wide around the majority of the speedway, mixing up positions while the rest of the field attempted to catch them. At the line, Matt Zira collected the win over Chuc k Monica, JR Durham, Jon Williams and Justin Pope.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Par k will return to racing action on Friday, June 7^th for DPAO Fundraiser, Audio Arsenal Night at the Speedway. Highlighting the nights racing action will be the Sportsman division along with the Late Models and Prostreets. Also on the doc k et will be the Thunder Cars, Thunder Stoc k s, Mod Lites and Novice Sportsman. The females will also have their opportunity to get behind the driver’s seat of a race car in our Women’s Powder Puff races in all divisions. This will also be the Cheney Tire First Responders night, where all first responders will gain free grandstand admittance with ID. Racing begins at 7:30pm while General Admission for adults is $10, while ages 16 and under are free. Military are also always free courtesy of Body Pros. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the trac k s website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Burdic k at (646) 416-3585. 

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Van Brocklin Completes Last Lap Pass to Win SUNY Canton Shootout Event 1 at Can-Am

By Megan Rowe - May 23, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park entertained the first SUNY Canton Shootout event for the 2013 season on Wednesday, May 22^nd. The nights racing action, sponsored by SUNY Canton and Body Pros featured the Sportsman division competing in a 40 lap A-Main with the winner’s share being $2,000. Joining the Sportsman were the Go Nuclear Pro Late Models and Pro Street’s also in racing action.

Outside invader Nick Guererri and Brandon Hagan led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to the green in the 40 Lap SUNY Canton Shootout. Nick Guererri led the first lap over Brandon Hagan, Josh Van Brocklin, Anthony Stockman and Steve Hulsizer. The caution flag waved on lap 6 when Greg Kimball slowed on the back stretch. On the restart, Taylor Caprara jumped into the top three as he use the outside lane to rocket by Jessica Power and Josh Van Brocklin. Nick Guererri continued to lead the way with Brandon Hagan, Taylor Caprara, Jessica Power and Josh Van Brocklin settling into the top five. On lap 16, the next yellow waved as Brandon Hagan stopped on the front stretch while running in the second position. The culprit was a broken drive shaft, which would send the former track champion pit side for the remainder of the event. On the restart, Taylor Caprara again used the top side to move by Josh Van Brocklin to take the second position, but Van Brocklin would fight back to reclaim the second position and to begin his assault on Guererri for the lead. Josh Van Brocklin would take the lead on lap 24, and as the laps clicked away Guererri would fight back on the bottom to claim the top spot. The pair battled for the lead with Josh Van Brocklin making his final pass on the top coming out of turn number four for the checkered flag. Nick Guererri would finish second while Taylor Caprara, Jessica Power, and Steve Hulsizer would round out the top five.

The SUNY Canton Late Models were led to the start of their 25 lap feature by Russ Robinson and Alan Fink. Phil Pots jumped out to the early lead from his third place starting position to lead lap one with Alan Fink, Brandon Kidd, Russ Robinson and Billy Eisele filling out the top five. Alan Fink wasted little time as he quickly moved into the lead by lap three. Billy Eisele was slowly clicking his way through positions and by lap 10 had entered the top two and began his battle with Alan Fink for the lead. Billy Eisele pulled to the outside of Fink and drove by him at the halfway mark with Russ Robinson, Phil Potts, Dale Caswell, Sean Beardsley, AJ Kingsley, Charlie Sandercock, Ken Rogers and Rick Miller filling out the top ten. Track regular Billy Eisele collected the victory over Alan Fink, Phil Potts, Dale Caswell and Sean Beardsley.

Glen Forward and David Rogers led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green for their 25 lap feature event. David Rogers used the fast outer lane to take the lead of lap number one over Sid Harmer Jr., Glen Forward, Sid Harmer and Kenny Hamm. The caution waved on lap four when Matt Parkhurst stopped in turn number four. On the restart, Sid Harmer Jr. took over the top spot from Dave Rogers with Sid Harmer, Glen Forward and Kenny Hamm rounding out the top five. On lap 14, Shawn Kirby spun in turn number four to bring out the caution flag and another quick yellow flew for Milt Combs stopping in turn one. On the restart, David Rogers slipped high around Sid Harmer Jr. to take the lead with Sid Harmer, Glen Forward and Roch Aubin filling out the top five. On lap 24, the yellow flew for Robert Martin spinning on the front stretch. This created a last laps finish that would create the battle of the night. As the field went green, Sid Harmer and David Rogers would battle side by side and as the pair headed into turn number one, they bumped each other. As the pair came out of turn two, David Rogers had the slight advantage which would carry him to the end. David Rogers took the victory over Sid Harmer Jr., Roch Aubin, Sid Harmer and Glen Forward.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will return to racing action on Friday, May 24, 2013. The Sportsman division will highlight the nights racing action with the prostreet, thunder cars, late models and novice sportsman also in racing action. The night will also host a mechanics race in all divisions. This will be the first of many $20 a car load nights at the speedway in the 2013 season. For any individual who doesn’t come with a car load, admission will be $10. Racing begins at 7:30pm. Military are also always free courtesy of Body Pros. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website atwww.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Pecore, Forward, Kingsley, Bechler and Miller Win Can-Am Main Events

By Megan Rowe - May 17, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park with Drive America presented a full night of racing action on Friday, May 17, 2013. The night’s action also hosted the special Tim Dillenback Memorial event, something that is near and dear to the Can-Am racing community. Headlining the nights racing action was the Sportsman division along with the Thunder Car, Pro Late Models, Pro Street Stocks and Novice Sportsman.

The SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division kicked off the nights racing action with their 15 lap event. Shane Ray and OJ White led the field to the green with OJ White using the outside lane to take over the lead of the field over Matt Zira, Ray Bechler, Shane Ray and John Holder. Matt Zira, OJ White and Ray Bechler began a three way battle for the lead with Matt Zira holding the lead as the field came across for lap five. By lap seven, Ray Bechler took the lead of the field. The caution flag flew on lap 9 when Dakota Bechler stopped in turn number four. On the restart, Ray Bechler kept control of the field over Matt Zira, Shane Ray, John Holder and Jason Warner. Jason Warner brought out the caution on lap 13 when he hit the wall in turn number four. This created a two lap dash to the finish with Ray Bechler leading the way. Ray Bechler went onto collect the win over Matt Zira, Shane Ray, John Holder and Dakota Bechler.

Ken Rogers and David McDonald led the SUNY Canton Late Models to the green for their 20 lap event. Sean Beardsley took the lead of lap number one over Ken Rogers, AJ Kingsley, Brandon Kidd and Mike Trapp. The caution flag waved quickly for David McDonald who stopped in turn number two. On the restart, Sean Beardsley kept the lead of the field over Ken Rogers, AJ Kingsley, Brandon Kidd and Billy Eisele. Sean Bearsley and AJ Kingsley began to check out on Ken Rogers in the third position as the two would battle for the lead while Billy Eisele fought to maintain his position in the top five. At the halfway mark, Sean Beardsley continued to lead the way over AJ Kingsley with Ken Rogers, Brandon Kidd and Billy Eisele filling out the top five. Sean Beardsley also collected the Bear World Half Way bonus. On lap 14, AJ Kingsley powered high around the outside of Beardsley to take over the lead. AJ Kingsley collected the Late Model win over Sean Beardsley, Ken Rogers, Brandon Kidd and Charlie Sandercock.

The SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman were led to the green flag with Jordan Keruskie and Dana Aikins leading the field to the green flag. Jordan Keruskie led lap number one over Michael Prentice, Dana Aikins, Marcel Percore and Chris Thurston. Josh Van Brocklin slowed coming out of turn number four and came to a complete stop bringing out the caution flag. On the restart, Jordan Keruskie took the lead over Michael Prentice, Marcel Pecore, Brian Comeau and Jessica Power. The red flag came out when five cars all fought for the same real estate and lost coming out of turn number four, blocking the speedway. When green flag racing conditions continued, Jordan Keruskie kept control of the field over Marcel Pecore, Michael Prentice, Jessica Power and Brian Comeau. On lap 8, Michael Prentice pulled high around Jordan Keruskie and took the lead while Marcel Pecore began to challenge for the second position. Michael Prentice earned the halfway bonus from Massey’s Furniture Barn while Marcel Pecore, Jessica Power, Jordan Keruskie and Brandon Hagan filled out the top five. Marcel Pecore slipped under Michael Prentice with two laps to go to take the lead of the field. Marcel Pecore collected the win over Jessica Power, Michael Prentice, Jordan Keruskie and Brandon Hagan.

Rick Dusckas and Shawn Kirby led the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division to the green flag in their 20 lap feature event. Shawn Kirby led lap number one over Matt Parkhurst, Ken Hartshorn, Rick Dusckas and Milt Combs. On lap five, Shawn Kirby was still leading the way over Ken Hartshorn, Matt Parkhurst, Sid Harmer, and David Rogers. At the halfway mark, Shawn Kirby was leading the way making him eligible for the Thomas Trash halfway bonus. Following Kirby was Matt Parkhurst, Ken Hartshorn, David Rogers, Sid Harmer, Jason Gilmore, and Mike Allen. Kenny Hamm came to a stop on the inside of turn number four with a flat tire, bringing out the caution flag. On the restart, Shawn Kirby kept control of the field with Matt Parkhurst, Ken Hartshorn, David Rogers and Sid Harmer. On lap 15, the yellow flag flew when Shawn Kirby bumped Matt Parkhurst sending Parkhurst spinning in turn three and four. Glen Forward went on to collect the victory over Ken Hartshorn, David Rogers, Sid Harmer and Steven Gilmore.

Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will be back in action for their first of two mid week specials in the 2013 season on Wednesday, May 22^nd for the SUNY Canton Shootout. The event will feature the Sportsman competing in a 40 lap feature event with the winner taking home $2,000. Also in action will be a Street Stock/Pro Stock challenge and a Go Nuclear Pro Late Model Series race. Pit gates open at 5:30 with grandstands open at 6pm. Racing action will get under way at 7:30pm. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585. 

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Can-Am Checkers Go To Evoy, Aubin, Kidd, Castell, Chapman, Bruce and Durham

By Megan Rowe - May 3, 2013

Garden City NY…  Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park along with Cheney Tire and DPAO sponsored a full night of racing action on Friday, May 3, 2013. The unusually warm summer night brought together the hottest racing in the North Country. The Sportsman division headlined the night with the Pro Late Models, Pro Street Stocks, Novice Sportsman and Thunder Cars. Joining the night for a special evening of racing action was the Mod Lites as well as a 30 lap Enduro.

Mike Prentice and Steve Barber led the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Sportsman to Matt Burdick’s green flag in their 25 lap feature event. Mike Prentice took the lead over Marcel Pecore, Josh Van Brocklin, Steve Barber and Dylan Evoy. Pecore wasted little time getting to the front of the field and took Van Brocklin with him as the laps clicked to number five. On the charge from their middle of the pack starting position was Dylan Evoy and Taylor Caprara, who were contesting for top five positions. The caution flag waved on lap 12 when Justin Thompson found himself against the wall in turn number four. When racing resumed, Marcel Pecore picked up the Massey’s Furniture Barn halfway bonus as he was leading the way. Following Pecore was Dylan Evoy, Josh Van Brocklin, Mike Prentice, Brandon Hagan, Taylor Caprara, Steve Barber, Dylan Breen, Jessica power and Mathieu Desjardins. Marcel Pecore’s lead was heavily contested as Dylan Evoy began to set Pecore up around the speedway to take the lead. As the duo headed into turn number three, Evoy slipped under Pecore and took the lead. Dylan Evoy went onto collect his victory Can-Am Sportsman victory of 2013 over Brandon Hagan, Taylor Caprara, Marcel Pecore and Jessica Power.

The SUNY Canton Late Models were led to the green flag in the 20 lap feature event by Ken Rogers and Brandon Kidd. Kidd used the outside groove to take the lead on the field while AJ Kingsley slipped into second followed by Ken Rogers, Dale Caswell and Mike Trapp. The yellow flag waved on lap two when Billy Eisele spun in turn number four. Brandon Kidd kept control of the field as green flag racing conditions resumed. Dale Caswell, who made his first appearance to Can-Am in 2013 battled heavily for the third position with Sean Beardsley. At the halfway mark, Brandon Kidd kept control over AJ Kingsley, Sean Beardsley, Dale Caswell and David McDonald. As the laps clicked away, Brandon Kidd extended his lead, making it difficult for his competition to catch him. Brandon Kidd went on to collect the victory over AJ Kingsley, Sean Beardsley, Dale Caswell and David McDonald.

In the SUNY Canton Pro Street Division, Milt Combs and Shawn Kirby were at the head of the field for the green flag with Matt Parkhurst taking the lead on the initial green over Shawn Kirby, Mike White, Milt Combs and Roch Aubin. As the field crossed for lap one, Shawn Kirby was tangled up into the front wall and was on his hood. Kirby was able to safely climb from his car. On the restart, Matt Parkhurst continued leading the charge over Roch Aubin, Mike White, Milt Combs and Ken Hartshorn. Parkhurst continue leading the way as Roch Aubin closed in to battle him for the lead. As the pair entered turn numbers three and four on the final lap, they both became too sideways and spun around. Aubin was able to keep his momentum going but crossed the line for the yellow flag still leading the way. Roch Aubin went on to collect the victory over Sid Harmer Jr., Glen Forward, David Rogers and Josh Verne. Matt Parkhurst was able to collect the Thomas Trash halfway bonus.

Shane Ray and Matt Zira led the way for the SUNY Canton and Waite Toyota Scion Thunder Car Division. Matt Zira was the leader of lap one over Corey Castell, Shane Ray, Jon Williams and OJ White. On lap five, Corey Castell took over the lead from Zira with Shane Ray, OJ White and Ray Bechler filling out the top five. The event was able to go from green to checker with invader Corey Castell taking the win with Matt Zira, Shane Ray, Ray Bechler and Don Woodworth filling out the top five.

The final feature of the evening was the SUNY Canton College Mod Lites with Matt Rainville and Mike Bruce on the front row. Mike Bruce took the lead of lap one over Matt Rainville, Rich Rainville, Scott Waldrif, and Mike Rainville. The yellow flag waved on lap five when Eric Varin stopped on the outside of turn three and four. On the restart, Mike Bruce kept control of the field while Matt Rainville battled with Rich Rainville for the second and third position. Mike Bruce continued to lead the way at the halfway mark over Matt Rainville, Rich Rainville, Scott Waldrif and Joel Hargrave. Mike Bruce was able to claim the win over Matt Rainville, Rich Rainville, Scott Waldrif, and Joel Hargrave.

Racing action will continue at Chapman’s Can- Am Motorsports Park on Friday, May 10, 2013. Headlining the nights racing action will be the Sportsman Modified with a $750 to win main event. Joining them will be the Pro Street, Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars, and Novice Sportsman. Deline’s Auto Body will host a Dash for the Pro Late Models while the Mod Lite division will also join the night racing action. Racing begins at 7:30pm while General Admission for adults is $10, while ages 16 and under are free. Military are also always free courtesy of Body Pros. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585. 

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Poirier Claims Can-Am ESS Event – Hagan, Webb, Sandercock, Forward & Stanley Collect Checkers

By Megan Rowe - April 27, 2013

Garden City NY… Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park kicked off their 2013 season with a special appearance by the Empire Super Sprints. The 38 car field of sprint cars was also kicking off their season with a star studded field that featured some of the best sprint car drivers in the north east. The nights racing action, which was sponsored by KDM Kustoms and Audio Specialist also featured the Sportsman, Novice Sportsman, ProStreet, Late Models and Thunder Cars.

            The 20 lap prostreet feature was the first to hit the track on a frigid April evening. The field was led to the green by David Rogers and Glen Forward, both drivers who have years of experience on the fast half mile. Glen Forward used the momentum on the outside of the speedway to rocket to the lead of lap number one over Mike Allen, Matt Parkhurst, David Rogers and Ryan Stabler. On lap six the yellow flag waved when Milt Combs was found stopped on the inside of turn number two. Glen Forward was able to maintain his lead as the field returned to green. Staying at the head of the field, Glen Forward was able to pick up the Thomas Trash half way bonus as was leading the way over Matt Parkhurst, David Rogers, Kenny Hamm, Mike Allen, Ryan Stabler, Josh Verne and Ken Hartshorn. The final caution came on lap 14 as Justin White slowed on the front stretch. Glen Forward proved to be the dominating force as he collected the win in the season opener for the prostreet division. David Rogers, Kenny Hamm, Roch Aubin and Josh Verne filled out the top five.

The Empire Super Sprints were next to lead the way. Their lightening fast laps during their heats, with some drivers reaching over 95mph, made for a heightened anticipation of what the 25 lap A-Main would bring. After running a limited schedule in 2012, Steve Poirier was a force to be reckon with right from the start as he jumped out to the lead over Matt Tanner, Michael Parent, Sammy Reakes and Bryan Howland. On lap two, the fastest lap of the night was laid by Poirier who ran a 17.6 second lap which equaled to 101.92mph. Poirier withstood multiple cautions while the rest of the field battled behind him for position. Dylan Swiernik made a late race charge battling with Kevin Ward and Michael Parent for many laps to stay locked in a top three position. Steve “Fire Ball” Poirier would be the dominating force as he collected the win over Dylan Swiernik, Kevin Ward, Michael Parent and Sammy Reakes IV.

Invader Mathieu Desjardins and hometown favorite Chris Thurston led the field over 27 sportsman cars to the green flag to kick off their 2013 campaign. Desjardins quickly slipped into the top spot over Thurston, Dylan Evoy, Brandon Hagan and Anthony Stockman. The yellow flag waived for Michael Prentice who had come to a stop on turn number two. On the restart, Desjardins kept control of the field as he led the way over Chris Thurston, Dylan Evoy, Brandon Hagan and Anthony Stockman. By lap 8, Brandon Hagan slid past Desjardins to take the lead of the field. Hagan led at the halfway mark earning him the Massey’s Furniture Barn halfway bonus. Hagan would show dominance as he started to pass through lap traffic but it wouldn’t be enough for his competitors as he went on to collect the win over Taylor Caprara, Mathieu Desjardins, Justin Thompson and Dylan Evoy.

David McDonald and Mike Trapp led the Pro Late Models to the green with McDonald taking the lead on the field. Charlie Sandercock slipped into second over Mike Trapp, AJ Kingsley, and Sean Beardsley. Sandercock would show his dominance as he led at the halfway mark of the race earning him the Bear World half way challenge bonus. David McDonald and Sean Beardsley battled heavily for the second position with Greg Belyea entering the mix. Charlie Sandercock would go on to collect the win over Greg Belyea, David McDonald, Sean Beardsley and Mike Trapp.

Ray Bechler and John Stanley led the Thunder Car division to the green flag with John Stanley leading the charge. Matt Zira and OJ White battled to stay in the front of the field while Ray Bechler began to close his lead on John Stanley. John Stanley went on to collect the win over Ray Bechler, Matt Zira, OJ White and Chris Warner II.

On Friday, May 3, 2013 Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park will honor first responders as they will let all first responders into the nights racing action for free with their ID. The track will also host the DPAO Fundraiser night. The Sportsman Modifieds will headline the nights racing action with the ProStreet, Thunder Cars, Late Models, Mod Lites and Novice Sportsman. Cheney Tire will also be bringing us a 30 lap Enduro with the winner taking home $500. Racing action will begin at 7:30pm. For more information on the 2013 season can also be found on the tracks website at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Continues Relationship With North Country Custom; Former Speedway Owner Provides Trophies to Track Feature Winners

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – April 24, 2013

With the 2013 racing season just days away, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park would like to thank North Country Custom for their support at the track over the years.  North Country Custom provides the trophies to our feature winners throughout the season, and at the annual awards banquets.

“It is awesome to have Bob Thurston Sr. and North Country Custom on board with us at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park providing trophies for our feature winners”, say Can Am General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “Bob has a lot of history here at Can Am, owning the Speedway for 25 years, and we have also given him our trophy business for the track, for each feature winner, and he has done a fantastic job with that.  It means a lot to the track, and the local racers to have Bob’s continued support”.

Thurston Sr. has been involved with the Speedway unconditionally since the beginning in 1974.   He has had the role of track owner and promoter, race fan, father and grandfather of 2^nd and 3^rd generation Thurston racers.  His dedication to Can Am Motorsports Park is appreciated by everyone that attends the track on a regular basis.  

North Country Custom offers a wide variety of products from trophy and plaques all sports and events, as well as custom embroidery, silk screening, printing and much more.  They are located at 100 Court St. in Watertown, New York.  For more information contact them at (646) 416-3585.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Welcomes Back Kost Tire as Sponsor at the Track in 2013

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – April 24, 2013

The behind the scenes work continues at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park with the 2013 season opening event coming up in just a couple days.  Although the season is set to spring into action, track General Manager Alana Moncrieff continues to work with area businesses to make Can Am a great place to be for drivers and fans alike.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is excited to announce that Kost Tire is back on board at the track after a few years away.  Kost Tire will be the headline sponsor for the night on Friday, August 2^nd.  Representatives will take part in victory lane celebrations, have a VIP booth, a chance to waive the green flag to start one of the feature events, and will be mentioned throughout the night over the track PA System.  They also have their logo on the Can Am website throughout the year, so be sure to click on the link and check out the Kost Tire website.

“I really have to thank Rich Norton and the Kost Tire staff for their support of Can Am in 2013”, say Alana Moncrieff.  “We are excited to have them back in the Can Am family after a few years away”.

Kost Tire and Auto Care was founded in 1938 by Mike Kost Sr. in the town of Forest City. Kost Tire and Auto Care, a family owned business, has grown to 53 stores located throughout upstate New York and northeastern Pennsylvania. Featured in some of the industries' most popular national trade magazines, Kost Tire and Auto Care has expanded it's services to become one of the finest under car care companies and is ranked 18th amongst the top 50 independent dealers in the country. The company has always offered its customers guaranteed lowest prices on tires and the best of automotive services with helpful small-town hospitality. 

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Ready for 2013 Season Opener With the Empire Super Sprints and Full Program

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – April 22, 2013

After Mother Nature rained out last weekend’s scheduled season opener at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park, we will try once again this coming Friday night as KDM Kustoms and Audio Specialists present the Empire Super Sprints plus a full program of Sportsman Modifieds, Street Stock/Pro Stock Challenge, Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars and Novice Sportsman.

The Empire Super Sprints will kick off their 2013 regular season at Can Am with a 25 lap, $1600 to win main event.  More than 30 Sprint Cars are expected for the opener, including last year’s opening night winner Sammy Reakes, and 2012 ESS champion Chuck Hebing.

“It has been a really long off-season, and I know everybody is really anxious to get the season started”, says track General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “The Empire Super Sprints always put on a fantastic show here at Can Am, and hopefully we will get a great turnout of cars in all classes”.

The Sportsman Modified class will battle for 25 laps with $800 to the winner, while the Pro Stock/Street Stock Challenge event pay $500 to the winner.  The Pro Late Model division will also be in action competing for the $500 winners share.  The Thunder Cars will do battle with $200 going to the winner.

Pit Gates will open on Friday night at 5pm.  General Admission opens at 6pm and racing starts at 7:30pm.  General Admission is just $18.  16 and under will get in FREE with valid id, and Active Military members also get in FREE with ID courtesy of our friends at Body Pros.  Pit Admission is $30.  All cars will draw for heat race positions as they come through the pit gate.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Welcomes Ben Shoen’s Home Improvements  as Sponsor for 2013 Racing Season

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – April 21, 2013

Despite the rain, wet grounds and cool temperatures that have hampered any on track action at Can Am over the past couple weekend, track officials continue to work hard at the track and behind the scenes, making Can Am better place in 2013.  Track General Manager Alana Moncrieff has been working to secure addition sponsorship for the track, and strengthening the relationships of current sponsors.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is very excited to announce that Ben Shoen’s Home Improvements is the latest local business to come on board with Can Am.  They will have their own night at the track this season, and will have visibility at the track throughout the season.

“I really have to thank Ben for coming on board with us for 2013”, says Burdick.  “We look forward to having Ben Shoen’s Home Improvements at the track with us this year, and for years to come”.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Burdick at (646) 416-3585.

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KDM Kustoms and The Auto Specialists on Board as New Track Sponsors at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park in 2013

 By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – April 10, 2013

With the 2013 racing season now just a few days away as Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park officials prepare for practice this coming weekend, the work behind the scenes continues at track General Manager Alana Moncrieff continues to work with local businesses and getting them involved with the track during the upcoming season.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is pleased to welcome KDM Kustoms and Auto Specialists as track sponsors for the first time.  They will be a sponsor on the Friday, April 26^th program that will feature the Empire Super Sprints and a full racing program of Sportsman, Pro Late Models, Pro Stock vs. Street Stock Challenge, Thunder Cars and Novice Sportsman.

“We are very happy to welcome KDM Kustoms and the Auto Specialists as sponsors for the April 26^th program”, says Alana Burdick.  “The Sprint Cars are one of our biggest draws of the season, and we will have a great turnout for the first ESS race of the season”.

KDM Kustoms is owned and operated by Jeff Shannon, a long-time racer at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park.  KDM specializes in custom painting, powder coating, auto body repair and fixing small dents, and complete painting from start to finish.  No job is too big or too small.  Contact us today at (646) 416-3585.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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With the start of the 2013 racing season just less than two weeks away, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park officials continue to work hard behind the scenes making preparations for another exciting season at the half mile Speedway.  Track General Manager Alana Moncrieff has been busy working with area businesses, helping make Can Am a great atmosphere for drivers and fans alike.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is very happy to announce that Body Pros is back on board as a sponsor at the track, and they will be the sponsor of the FREE Admission for all Military members each race night.  In order get the free admission, you must show valid military ID.

“Body Pros and Pro Towing have been a big part of Can Am over the last few years”, says track General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “Junior Stefanini and his staff have been very supportive of what we offer at Can Am, and I cant thank them enough for coming back on board for 2013”.

Body Pros is also the main sponsor on the two-seater Truck, and will be a major sponsor on the SUNY Canton Shootout event on Wednesday, May 22^nd.  Extreme Builders, also owned by Junior Stefanini will be a sponsor at the track on Wednesday June 19^th, which is also a SUNY Canton Shootout event.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – April 1, 2013

With the 2013 racing season just a couple weeks away, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park continues to work with area businesses to help make the track the place to be in the new season.  Many new sponsors have come on board, along with the return of many that have been a big part of the track over the years. 

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is pleased to welcome back Waite Toyota to the Can Am family in 2013, as they become a title sponsor of the Waite Toyota SUNY Canton Sportsman Modified Division as well as the Waite Toyota SUNY Canton Novice Sportsman Division and the Waite Toyota SUNY Canton Thunder Car Division.  In order to qualify for the point fund money, each car will have to have a Waite Toyota decal on their car throughout the season.  Decals will be available at the track.

“I have to thank Barry Waite for his support again for the 2013 racing season. He has been a long time sponsor at the track and I hope that the racing community supports his car business just like he supports the racing business”, says Can Am General Manager Alana Moncrieff.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park will open for practice on Saturday, April 13^th and Sunday April 14^th.  The 2013 season will get underway on Friday, April 19^th with a 35 lap, $1000 to win Sportsman event, and a $600 to win Pro Stock vs. Street Stock Challenge race, plus Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars and the Novice Sportsman Division.  Race time is 7:30pm.

Waite Toyota/Scion is located at 18406 US Route 11 in Watertown, New York.  They are one of the premiere dealerships in the country and their customer service is second to none.  Their parts and service department is one of the most comprehensive in the automotive industry.  To contact Waite Toyota/Scion please call 877-295-4091 or you can visit them online atwww.waitetoyota.com.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design - March 27, 2012

 With the 2013 racing season just three weeks away, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park accepted the request from several local Mod Lite racers that wanted to come back to the track on a limited basis this season.  Can Am had originally made the decision to drop the class from it’s weekly lineup, but with several open dates from another area track, the drivers were looking for a place to race to fill their remaining schedule for the season.

The SUNY Canton Mod Lites will be at Can Am on May 3^rd, May 10^th, June 7^th, August 9^th, August 23^rd, September 6^th and September 13^th.  Each race will pay $300 to win, providing we get a good car count at these events.

“Several Mod Lite racers approached us about having them at Can Am on a limited schedule and we were happy to work with them”, says track General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “Hopefully we will get a good field each time they are there and put on a good race for our fans”.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park will open for practice on Saturday, April 13^th and Sunday April 14^th.  The 2013 season will get underway on Friday, April 19^th with a 35 lap, $1000 to win Sportsman event, and a $600 to win Pro Stock vs. Street Stock Challenge race, plus Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars and the Novice Sportsman Division.  Race time is 7:30pm.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585

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Annual Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Car Show at Salmon Run Mall Set For April 1st Through April 7^th; 2013 Season Passes Will Be Available

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design - March 27, 2012

The 2013 racing season is right around the corner at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports, and the annual Salmon Run Mall Car Show will help kick off the new campaign.   For the past several years the mall has opened their doors to Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park and the drivers to showcase their new paint schemes and new cars for the coming season, which has generally been the unofficial kickoff to the new season, which starts just a week later as the track opens for open practice, followed by the season opener the following Friday night, April 19^th.

The cars will enter the mall at 4pm this coming Sunday night, March 31st, and will be showcased the entire week.  Track officials will be on hand to answer questions, hand out 2013 schedule cards and help promote the Speedway and what they have to offer for the upcoming year. 

“We always look forward to this show at the Salmon Run Mall”, says Can Am General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “We get the avid race fans that come through the mall to check out the new cars, but we also get a lot of people that have no idea what we are all about, and its great to get a chance to talk to them, and introduce them to our sport”.

Can Am will make final preparations for the 2013 Season right after that Salmon Run Mall Car Show.  The track plans to open up on Saturday April 13^th and Sunday April 14^th with practice for all divisions.  The 2013 season opener will get underway on Friday, April 19^th with a 35 lap, $1000 to win event for the Sportsman division, a $600 to win Street Stock vs. Pro Stock Challenge event, plus a full show of Pro Late Models, Thunder Cars and the Novice Sportsman division.

“We have a lot of great events in store for 2013.  We have some big races planned, including some big money events for the Sportsman class, and we have the Monster Trucks returning for the second year in a row”, adds Burdick.  “We are all looking forward to getting the season underway”.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585

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Thomas Trash Service Returns to Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park in 2013 as Sponsor of the Pro Street Stock  Division Halfway Challenge

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – February 27, 2013

The 2013 racing season is right around the corner, and the sponsorships from area businesses continue to add some incentive for our weekly competitors at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park.

Thomas Trash Service has recently signed on with Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park, and will sponsor the halfway challenge award each week for the Pro Street Stock Division this season. In order to win the Thomas Trash Service $25 halfway challenge award, the leader at the halfway mark in each regular weekly race at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports must display the Thomas Track Service decal on the side of their car. The decals will be available throughout the year at the track. If the leader at halfway does not have a decal, the $25 will be put back in the pot for the following week, increasing the halfway challenge bonus by $25 each week until there is a winner. Once there is a winner, the bonus will be reset back to $25 for the following week.

“We are very happy to have Thomas Trash Service back on board at Can Am for the 2013 season”, says track General Manager Alana Burdick. “We are excited to be able to offer a little extra to our Pro Street competitors each week, and we would not be able to do that without the help of Thomas Trash Service”.

Thomas Trash Service is located in Adams, New York. They are a local family owned and operated business that places their customers first. They have been in business for over 20 years, providing a full line of containers and services for Commercial, Residential, Industrial and Recycling. They have established a reputation for friendly, reliable service and dependability throughout the Jefferson County region. For more information on Thomas Trash Service, please call us at (646) 416-3585.

For more information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Watertown Auto Sales/Drive America Return as Sponsor at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park for 2013 Season

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – February 25, 2013

With the green flag set to wave on the 2013 racing season at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park in just a few weeks, track officials have been working hard on securing sponsorship from local businesses.  In an effort to give back to the weekly racers at Can Am in 2013, we continue to seek sponsors to offer weekly bonuses to give back to the racers that support our track.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park would like to welcome back Watertown Auto Sales/Drive America as returning sponsor for 2013.  They will sponsor the back to back challenge for the Pro Street division.  The bonus will start out at $25, and will increase by $25 each week until there is a back to back winner.

In order to claim the bonus, competitors in the Pro Street division will have to have a Watertown Auto Sales/Drive America decal on their car.  The decals will be supplied by the track, and will be available each week.  If the decal is not on the car, the bonus will not be given out and the $25 will roll over to the following week.

With over 20 years in business, Watertown Auto Sales is the best place to get a great deal on a used car. Watertown Auto Sales offers used cars at affordable prices, and they offer a no-worry guarantee when it comes to financing! Military loans, first-time buyers program, and guaranteed approval for everyone!  Extended warranties are available for added protection on all the vehicles we sell. All trade-ins welcome, or if you like, we will be happy to give you an offer to buy your vehicle outright!  

Drive America offers affordable prices, no-worry financing, Military loans, first-time buyer programs and guaranteed approval for everyone!   Having been in business for over 20 years, they have always made a point of thinking of the customer first. We offer GUARANTEED FINANCING on our entire selection of used cars for sale. ** ALL CREDIT ACCEPTED ** .  They offer extended warranty coverage that is effective anywhere in the country. We service what we sell and guarantee our work. All trade-ins welcome & we buy cars for cash.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.comor by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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SUBWAY Restaurants Return to Can Am Motorsports in 2013 as Title Sponsor of the Sportsman Division and Sportsman Back to Back Challenge

By Craig Revelle - Finish Line Web Design – February 25, 2013

With the 2013 racing season just a few weeks away, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park continues to work with area businesses to help make Can Am a great place to be on Friday nights this season for all of our competitors. Several of these businesses are offering some great bonus programs to help bolster a fantastic weekly purse for all our regular classes.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is thrilled to welcome back Subway Restaurants of Northern New York as the title sponsor of the Sportsman Modified Division in 2013, as well as the Sportsman Modified Back to Back Challenge Award.  The Subway Back to Back Challenge Bonus will go to any Sportsman driver that can win two regular weekly features in a row.  This bonus does not apply to any of the SUNY Canton Shootout events.  The bonus will start out at $50, and will go up by $50 each week until there is a winner.  Once someone claims the bonus, it will reset back to $50 for the following week.

In order to claim the bonus, competitors in the Sportsman Modified division will have to run a SUBWAY decal on their car.  The decals will be supplied by the track, and will be available each week.  If the decal is not on the car, the bonus will not be given out and the $50 will roll over to the following week.

There are 19 different SUBWAY locations locally owned and operated in the North Country that are involved with the sponsorship at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park, including 8 convenient locations right in Watertown.  SUBWAY restaurants in Alexandria Bay, Adams, Carthage, Chaumont, Clayton, plus two locations in Evans Mills and Fort Drum, as well as Lowville and Sackets Harbor.  In the city of Watertown SUBWAY locations on Bradley St, Coffeen St., Commons Plaza, Hackett’s Town Center, Outer Washington St., Outer LeRay St., Public Square and Salmon Run Mall are all taking part in this sponsorship opportunity with Can Am.

For more information on SUBWAY restaurants, other locations, nutritional information and anything else on SUBWAY, please visit their website, www.subway.com.

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.comor by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Massey’s Furniture Barn Continues Relationship With Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park as Event Sponsor and Sportsman Halfway Bonus Sponsor

Craig Revelle – Finish Line Web Design - February 15, 2013

The support from local businesses around Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park continues to come in as the 2013 racing season draws closer.    With a new outlook, and a very exciting schedule in place, officials at the Lafargeville, New York track are hard at work looking to make Can Am a great place to race at in 2013. 

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is excited to welcome Massey’s Furniture Barn as a returning sponsor for the 2013 season as they will provide the Sportsman Modified division a halfway leader bonus.  The halfway leader during the feature will win a $25 bonus every week on regular race nights.  In order to qualify for the bonus, all teams must have a Massey's Furniture Barn decal on their racecar. The decal will be supplied by the Speedway and will be available throughout the season. It will be up to the driver or race team to ensure the decal is on the car. If the halfway leader does not have the decal on the car, the bonus will increase by $25 for the next week until there is a halfway leader that has the decal in place. Once there is a winner the bonus will be reset back to $25 the following week.

"It is nice to have Shawn Massey from Massey's Furniture Barn back on board with us at Can Am again for the 2013 season", says track General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “They are a local business and have a great furniture store right in Watertown and they do a lot to support the local community".
 
In addition to the weekly halfway leader bonus, Massey's Furniture Barn will be sponsoring a night at the track in 2013, which will allow them to be represented in victory lane throughout their evening, with several PA announcements, and will also include representation on our track website during the year.  The date for Massey’s Furniture Barn Night at Can Am is yet to be determined.


More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.comor by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Cheney Tire Continues Support of Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park With Sponsorship of First Responder Nights in 2013 With Free Admission for First Responders

Craig Revelle – Finish Line Web Design - February 7, 2013

As the 2013 season gets closer, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park continues to work hard behind the scenes to make Can Am the place to be this season.  Plenty of new sponsorship has been generated over the past few seasons as companies get into local racing for the first time.  There are also several sponsors that have been involved at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park for several years.

Today, Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park is excited to welcome back Cheney Tire of Watertown as a returning sponsor for 2013.  They will sponsor the Cheney Tire First Responder Nights at the track.  During these four nights, all fireman, ambulance staff and police will be admitted free of charge.  Cheney Tire First Responder Nights are going to be on May 3^rd, June 7^th, July 19^th and August 30^th.

“We are thrilled to have Cheney Tire back on board with us at Can Am again in 2013”, says track General Manager Alana Moncrieff. “Cheney Tire has been a great supporter of Can Am over the years, and we look forward to working with them throughout the 2013 season”.

In addition to sponsoring the First Responder nights at Can Am, Cheney Tire will also be back as title Sponsor of our Enduro events on May 3^rd, June 14^th and September 6^th, and will have their own Cheney Tire night at the track on June 14^th.

Since 1954, Cheney Tire has provided their customers with professional automotive service.  Their staff and equipment set the service standards for today's high-tech vehicles.  For all of your automotive needs, let the Cheney Tire family take care of your family.  Cheney Tire is conveniently located in Watertown, NY and proudly serves customers from the Fort Drum Community including Black River, Philadelphia, Antwerp, Gouverneur, Carthage, and Evan Mills as well as Lowville, Alexandria Bay, and Clayton.   

For more information regarding the upcoming 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park Continues to Strengthen Relationship With Local Business as Bear World Signs on as Sponsor for 2013

By Craig Revelle – Finish Line Web Design – February 5, 2013

The hard work that has been put in over the off-season continues to pay dividends for local racers as Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park has signed yet another new local sponsor to support the weekly racers at the speedway.

Bear World has signed on to sponsor a weekly half way leader bonus for the Pro Late Model divisions for the 2013 racing season. The halfway leader during the feature for the Pro Late Model Division will win a $25 bonus every week on regular race nights courtesy of Bear World. In order to qualify for the bonus, all teams must have a Bear World decal on their racecar. The decal will be supplied by the Speedway and will be available throughout the season. It will be up to the driver or race team to ensure the decal is on the car. If the halfway leader does not have the decal on the car, the bonus will increase by $25 for the next week until there is a halfway leader that has the decal in place. Once there is a winner the bonus will be reset back to $25 the following week.

“We are very excited to have Bear World on board with us for 2013”, says track General Manager Alana Moncrieff. “With the help of these great local sponsors, we are able to offer our drivers a little extra incentive. We know that racing is an expensive pastime, and we are trying to do what we can to help off-set the costs involved”.

Bear World is located at 22093 US Route 11 in Watertown, New York right across from the Seaway Plaza. They are a locally owned and operated independent retail grocery shop with the largest selection in the area…guaranteed!! Bear World prides itself on meeting the needs of their customers and customer satisfaction. Bear World is a discount beverage center and large convenience shop. Stop in and visit their 8000 square foot store where they carry the largest selection of beer in the North Country. Their walk-in 1200 square foot cooler, maintained at a constant 35°, is the largest in the North Country.

 

More information regarding the 2013 season at Chapman’s Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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SUNY Canton Returns to Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park in 2013 With the popular SUNY Canton Shootout Events Throughout the Season

Craig Revelle – Finish Line Web Design - February 5, 2013

Over the past few seasons there have been several sponsors that have had a huge impact on everyone at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park.  Michael Perry from SUNY Canton has been a big part of the Can Am family and will continue to do so as sponsor of the SUNY Canton Shootout.  There will be four major events throughout the season that fall under the SUNY Canton banner in 2013.

The first two events will be special mid-week events, with the first taking place on Wednesday, May 22^nd.  The Sportsman division will headline the show with an incredible $2000 to win event that will also feature a 30 lap Street Stock vs. Pro Stock Challenge event paying $1000 to win and a Pro Late Model 25 lap feature also paying $1000 to win.  The next race of the series will take place on Wednesday, June 19^th with an identical schedule.  The final two SUNY Canton Shootout events will take place at the end of the season with a $2500 to win  50 lap Sportsman race on Friday, September 6^thalong with a $1000 to win Pro Stock vs. Street Stock Challenge, a $300 to win event for the Thunder Cars and a 30 lap, $500 to win Cheney Tire Enduro race.  The final race of the season and final SUNY Canton Shootout event will take place on Friday, September 13^th with an incredible $3,000 to win, 75 lap Sportsman race, along with a $750 to win Street Stock vs. Pro Stock Challenge, a $600 to win event for the Pro Late Models as well as the Thunder Cars competing for $250 winner’s share.

“I can’t say enough about the support that Mike Perry and SUNY Canton have given us and the racing community over the years”, says Can Am General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “We are proud to have SUNY Canton on board with us again in 2013”.

SUNY Canton (State University of New York at Canton) is a public, coeducational, residential college located on a spacious campus along the banks of the Grasse River. There are miles of beautiful trails circling the campus, with wonderful scenic landscapes. Its northern location places SUNY Canton close to the Adirondack Mountains, the St. Lawrence River, and major cities including Ottawa and Montreal.

SUNY Canton is Northern New York's four and two-year college for technology, health, management and public service. SUNY Canton offers nearly 20 majors leading to bachelor's degrees, more than 20 programs leading to associate degrees, and several programs leading to one-year certificates.

The College’s highly-qualified faculty members are renowned for their professional hands-on approach to education. Most have on-the-job professional experience, are licensed in their fields, and are current practitioners in their professions who have both outstanding academic credentials and sound technical experience.

For more information on SUNY Canton, please visit the SUNY Canton website at http://www.canton.edu/ for more details.

Further information regarding the upcoming 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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Deline’s Auto Body Collision & Customs Continues Their Ongoing Support of Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park in 2013

Craig Revelle – Finish Line Web Design - February 5, 2013

With the 2013 racing season at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park coming up very quickly, the work behind the scenes is well underway as sponsor agreements are being put together to benefit the drivers that will call Can Am home this season.  Can Am has always had exceptional support from area businesses, and have developed long lasting relationships over the nearly 40 year history of the track.

Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park would like to welcome Deline’s Auto Body, Collision and Custom back as a returning sponsor for the 2013 season.  Deline’s will sponsor the One on One Dash for Cash events throughout the season. The Pro Late Models will have their Dash for Cash on Friday, May 10^th, the Sportsman will have theirs on Friday, July 26^th, the Pro Street Division will run their Dash for Cash event on Friday, August 16^th and the Thunder Cars will compete for extra cash in their Dash for Cash on Friday, August 23^rd.   Deline’s will put up $200 for each of these One on One Dash for Cash events.  In addition, Deline’s has graciously added $500 to the winners share for the SUNY Canton Shootout Sportsman events on September 6^th and September 13^th, paying $2500 and $3,000 to win respectively.  The SUNY Canton Shootout will also have events on Wednesday, May 22^ndand Wednesday, June 19^th.

“Mike Deline from Deline’s Auto Body has been a sponsor here at Can Am for the past few seasons.  It is awesome to have the support from area businesses”, says Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park General Manager Alana Moncrieff.  “I personally would like to thank Mike and his staff for all their support, and I look forward to a great season and helping him promote Deline’s Auto Body here at Can Am”.

For more information regarding the upcoming 2013 season at Chapman's Can-Am Motorsports Park, including sponsorship and ticket information can be found at www.canammotorsports.com or by contacting Alana Moncrieff at (646) 416-3585.

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