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Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Continue Winning Ways in 2025 with Dominant Path Valley Weekend

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Spring Run, PA – July 15, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Tony Jackson and the Scott Hess Racing team are showing no signs of slowing down in 2025, as Jackson added two more wingless Sportsman victories and a runner-up finish over a stellar two-night stretch at Path Valley Speedway Park this past weekend. The strong showing brings Jackson’s season total to nine feature wins and further cements the team’s momentum as one of the top forces on the regional circuit.

“I feel pretty good about the way the car is running here right now,” said Jackson. “The goal this year was to have fun and when you’re winning races it’s easy to do as much.”

Kicking off the weekend on Friday night, Jackson took to the track for a make-up feature event, part of the prestigious Butch Shatzer Memorial. Battling through a competitive field, Jackson proved to be a front-runner, driving to a strong second-place finish and narrowly missing out on a win.

Later that evening, Jackson rolled off from the pole position in the night’s regularly scheduled A-main and wasted little time opening up a lead on the field. With precise execution and relentless pace, Jackson held onto the lead and never looked back, capturing his eighth win of the season.

“The track was pretty slick and tough to pass on, but we went fourth to second in the makeup and then lead every lap from the pole in the main show,” he said. “I really just had to find the right pace and hit my marks and ultimately we grinded out a win.”

Not satisfied with just one victory, Jackson and the Hess Racing team returned to Path Valley on Saturday night. After winning his heat race and earning a fourth-place starting spot for the A-main, Jackson wasted no time surging to the lead by the end of lap one. From there, he controlled the pace and crossed the line first to collect his ninth victory of the 2025 campaign.

“The guy running second had his noise under me there on the last lap, so we almost gave one away,” said Jackson. “Anytime you get to the front early you have to take advantage of it and we were fortunate enough to grab yet another checkered flag.”

Next up, Jackson will take part in a two-race weekend, with events scheduled at Williams Grove on Friday and Lincoln Speedway on Saturday. Friday night will see Jackson piloting Mike Callahan’s 358 Sprint Car, while Saturday marks a return to winged Sportsman competition with Hess.

“The 100 lapper is coming up so we’re really focused on trying to get our winged program right here towards the end of the season,” he said. “Aside from that, it’s nice that Mike is giving me some opportunities in the 358 and I’m really looking forward to seeing how we can do in that car.”

Fans can follow Jackson and Scott Hess Racing on social media for updates, race recaps, and more coverage as they continue their remarkable 2025 season.

ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing’s season on Facebook at Scott Hess Racing!

 

THANKS TO OUR 2025 PARTNERS!

  • Reeser’s Ice Cream
  • McCoy Brothers
  • Machining America
  • Interstate Garage Doors
  • Hess Iron
  • High Performance Lubricants
  • Ken Brown Trucking
  • Piper Advertising
  • Sledgecraft Chassis
  • Drew Bible / FK Shocks
  • Fit Racing Engines
  • Godfrey Racing Engines

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with Scott Hess Racing are available for the 2025 season!  Message us via Facebook at Scott Hess Racing.

photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos Photography / WRT Speedwerx

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

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Speedweek Grind: Fighting Through Long Nights and Challenges in 2025 Edition for Hartlaub

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East Berlin, PA – July 10, 2025

by Derick Kriner / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

As the summer heat built, so did the schedule of races for the 95 team and Kody Hartlaub. Eyeing an extensive Speedweek schedule, with 10 nights of action, Kody and team had a long stretch of late nights and hard work ahead of them. Even with Mother Nature ruining a few nights of action, the grind of Speedweek is something that local teams have to persevere through.

With the first two races being scratched with teams already at the track and ready to compete, BAPS Motor Speedway, on Sunday, would be the first show to be completed. Hartlaub and team started out the night on a good note, with a 2nd place effort in group qualifying. Things took a turn in the heat, after a slide back to 7th, made for a necessary trip to the B Main. Luckily, the driver and team were able to make an A Main appearance and ended up starting off Speedweek with an 18th-place finish.

A quick turnaround followed as the team moved to Lincoln Speedway on Monday. The NinetyFive Motorsports car was quick right out of the gate. With Kody taking home quicktime and making the redraw out of the heat race, the night was looking up. Rolling off on the outside of the front row of the feature, which was his best starting spot of the season, Kody was able to maintain and even challenge early for the lead, before slipping back just a few spots and garnering a 4th place finish. This was his best A Main result of the season.

“We finally just put a whole night together from time trials to the feature.” Hartlaub went on to mention that they “changed some things and went more aggressive than we normally do setup-wise, and I really think that benefited us later.”

Rain gave the team a chance to recoup on Tuesday before making a trip to the Port Royal Speedway on Wednesday. Even with little experience at the track, Hartlaub was able to start off the night strong yet again, by going 5th quick in time trials and transferring into the feature from the heat race. Starting 15th, and in one of the weirder features of the year, Kody was able to finish in 18th. This started the real grind for the team, as this began a streak of four-straight nights of racing.

Hagerstown Speedway was next up and would be the second large half-mile of the week. Again, Hartlaub would have a good qualifying effort and be able to transfer into the feature out of the heat. Kody would end up not finishing the entire feature and exit on lap 9 of the race. An upsetting result, but the team would again grind to get the car ready for another night, this time at Williams Grove.

The Mitch Smith Memorial took center stage on Friday. Kody and team again unloaded with a fast 95 car. Qualifying 5th and running second in the heat meant the team would roll off 10th in the feature. Getting a good jump and grabbing the 9th spot for a few laps would be the best part of the 30-lap feature, as Hartlaub would slide back and ultimately pull off with 7 to go in the feature.

“This is a humbling sport,” mentioned Kody. “Just as soon as I thought we had Williams Grove figured out, they proved to us this week that we don’t.”

Trying to put that night behind them, the team headed to Port Royal Speedway for the Greg Hodnett Classic. Fighting from the time the team left the shop, the track surface proved to be tough to get a hold of. Timing 13th in his group and finishing 8th in his heat, the B Main would be the place where the 95 would round out the night. Missing the transfer and finishing 13th in the B Main was a stark contrast to that of Wednesday night’s effort.

Travel trouble on Saturday and the fact that the team hurt two motors over the course of the week would ultimately lead to the team deciding to skip the final race of the week at Path Valley. Nonetheless, the team completed Speedweek with some newfound knowledge on what the car needs to maybe find some extra speed.

“Still have a little bit of work to do, but I feel like we are making the right gains,” said Hartlaub.

Even with the team missing a few nights with rainouts, it was still a massive undertaking to compete in all the races they did.

“I don’t think some fans actually understand what all has to happen between each race. You still have all the same car maintenance,” mentioned Kody. And a lot of teams have to continually restock all of their fuel, tire, and other expendable part supplies. Hartlaub went on to mention that he is glad that Speedweek is only a once-a-year event, as it is a lot of strain and sleepless nights preparing for the next show. 

“I want to thank all my crew and family for everything this past week,” knowing just how much effort everyone put in to make it happen.

The team will get a much-needed week to regroup before racing action starts back up, and it’s soon time for the Outlaws to come to town and pose another challenge to the 95.

“We never back down from a challenge, and I’m excited to see what will happen.”

 

RECENT RESULTS (starting position in parentheses)

  • Date/Location June 27, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Results:  Rain

  • Date/Location:  June 28, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Results:  Rain

  • Date/Location:  June 29, 2025 / BAPS Motos Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Results:  Group Qualifying 2nd, Heat 7th (4). B-main 4th (2), A-main 19th (24)

  • Date/Location June 30, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Results:  Qualifying 1st, Heat 4th (4), A-main 4th (2)

  • Date/Location:  July 1, 2025 / Grandview Speedway, Bechtelsville, PA
  • Results:  Rain

  • Date/Location:  July 2, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Results:  Group Qualifying 5th, Heat 4th (2), A-main 18th (15)

  • Date/Location July 3, 2025 / Hagerstown Speedway, Hagerstown, MD
  • Results:  Group Qualifying 10th, Heat 5th (5), A-main 22nd (19)

  • Date/Location:  July 4, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Results:  Group Qualifying 5th, Heat 2nd (2), A-main 20th DNF (10)

  • Date/Location:  July 5, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Results:  Group Qualifying 14th, Heat 8th (7), B-main 13th (11)

ABOUT  KODY HARTLAUB

Kody started racing go-karts in 2005. Over five seasons he won championships at Hunterstown and Shippensburg, and finished 2nd in the PA State series. Following the 2009 season, he moved up to race 600 micro sprints on a limited basis, but then spent a few years away from the sport. In late 2015 Kody tested in a 358 sprint car and started a partial schedule in 2016. In 2018, he raced the majority of the season but then sat out again in 2019. He returned to 358 sprints in 2020 on a very limited schedule, then in 2021 he was able to complete his first full season at Lincoln Speedway.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2024 410 Sprint car rookie of the year at Williams grove and lincoln speedways
  • 2023 Lincoln Speedway 358 Sprint car champion, including 3 victories
  • 2022 358 sprint car Rookie of the Year at Williams Grove Speedway
  • 2022: 2nd in Lincoln Speedway & SUMMER SERIES 358 sprint car points
  • 2022: 5th in Williams Grove Speedway 358 sprint car points
  • 2021: first career 358 sprint car victory (Lincoln Speedway)

Follow Kody’s season:

 

THANKS TO OUR 2025 PARTNERS!

  • Brewer Home Improvements
  • J Fuels
  • Bigham Appraisal
  • Moose Blocks
  • Griffith Plumbing Services
  • T&N Solutions

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with NinetyFive Motorsports are available for the 2025 season!  Email us at [email protected].

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Kody Hartlaub Prepares for Ten-Race PA Speedweek Grind

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Abbottstown, PA – June 26, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

With the Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek on the horizon, Kody Hartlaub is gearing up for arguably the most challenging stretch of the season—a 10-day, 10-race trial that demands both endurance and attention to detail.

Hartlaub is entering this year’s Speedweek with a balanced perspective on his season so far. His goal this season was top-ten finishes, which he has achieved, but to a lesser degree than he’d like.  As a result, there remains a strong desire for improvement and consistency.  Last month, the East Berlin (PA) driver was transparent in sharing that his cars were better than he had been and he felt he needed to improve behind the wheel.

Hartlaub’s recent showing at Williams Grove was a confidence-booster and validation that his efforts to improve his skills behind the wheel are working.  He executed what he considers the best 30 laps he has ever run at the legendary oval.  It came against a highly competitive field with the All Star Circuit of Champions in town to challenge the PA Posse.  The run earned him a 10th-place finish out of 40 contenders.

It was a solid result, but it also demonstrates how a driver and team can do everything right and still not get exactly the result they desire.  The sport is tough.  It makes teams feel like they have to be great just to get good results.  That’s why Hartlaub and his team work so hard on their program, down to the smallest details.

RECENT RESULTS

  • Date/Location June 6, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Event:  All Star Circuit of Champions / Lynn Paxton EMMR Legends Classic
  • Stats:  Group Qualifying 3rd, Heat 5th (3), A-main 10th (13)
  • Date/Location:  June 7, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Event:  All Star Circuit of Champions / Elijah Hawkins Memorial
  • Stats:  Group Qualifying 3rd, Heat 3rd (4), A-main 11th (5)
  • Date/Location:  June 21, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Event:  Steve Smith Tribute / PA Speedweek Tune-Up
  • Stats:  Qualifying 11th, Heat 4th (3), A-main 13th (11)

CONFIDENT PREPARATION

Entering his second Speedweek, Hartlaub carries the confidence of experience.

“Because of racing so much now, I’m not anxious about new tracks. I just attack it like it’s another race,” he reflects, underscoring the maturity and composure he brings into the high-pressure environment. This familiarity, however, doesn’t imply complacency, as Hartlaub keenly focuses on each race as an opportunity to further refine his approach.

After competing in his first PA Speedweek in 2024 in the seat of the Trone Outdoor No.39, a notable change this year is that he will be competing in the NinetyFive Motorsports, Brewer Home Improvements, J Fuels, Bigham Appraisal, Moose Blocks, Griffith Plumbing Services, T&N Solutions No.95 owned by Pat Brewer and Hartlaub.

“This year I’ll be off work the whole week and I’ll be hands-on with the car.”, Hartlaub shared.

He and the team will take care of daily maintenance, handle motor swaps when necessary, and generally make sure they are prepared each night when they unload.

“It’s a lot for Pat, Justin, Austin, Lane, my dad (Kevin), and me to keep everything operating smoothly with the pace you have to keep to race ten times in ten days, but we will be ready.”, Hartlaub added.

Consistency remains the key pillar of Hartlaub’s ambitions for Speedweek. Recalling his fifth-place finish in last year’s Speedweek points standings, he aims to build on this foundation, continuing to target top ten finishes with an eye on the top five.

Speedweek isn’t all about those ten days, though.  A significant part of being successful is the planning and preparation that occur over the many weeks leading up to the series.

“We are being smart about which motor to run where. If things go as planned, we’ll only need to change motors twice during the ten races.”, Hartlaub said.

Hartlaub is poised to be a factor night in and night out throughout the series. Speedweek could be the turning point of Hartlaub’s season, helping him break through to more consistent top-ten finishes and more top fives.

UP NEXT

Hartlaub will kick off the 2025 Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek at Williams Grove Speedway on June 27th.  Be sure to stop by the NinetyFive Motorsports team souvenir trailer and pick up your Kody Hartlaub merchandise to show your support!  The full series schedule is listed below.

  1. Jun-27 Williams Grove Speedway
  2. Jun-28 Lincoln Speedway
  3. Jun-29 BAPS Motor Speedway
  4. Jun-30 Lincoln Speedway
  5. Jul-1 Grandview Speedway
  6. Jul-2 Port Royal Speedway
  7. Jul-3 Hagerstown Speedway
  8. Jul-4 Williams Grove Speedway
  9. Jul-5 Port Royal Speedway
  10. Jul-6 Path Valley Speedway

TRIBUTE REMINDER

As we prepare for the excitement of Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek, it’s important to remember the special tribute and fundraiser organized by J Fuels in collaboration with NinetyFive Motorsports in honor of the Late Patrolman Andrew William Duarte.

This meaningful event, beginning at BAPS Motor Speedway on June 29th, will feature a commemorative wing adorned with Patrolman Duarte’s details, highlighting his service and dedication.

Fans are encouraged to participate in a raffle to win this special wing, with proceeds supporting the Officer Andrew Duarte Memorial Fund. For a detailed overview of this heartfelt initiative and how you can contribute to honoring Patrolman Duarte’s legacy, please click the title below to visit the original press release:

J Fuels and NinetyFive Motorsports to Honor the Late Patrolman Andrew Duarte (or copy/paste this URL https://addicted2dirtpr.com/j-fuels-and-ninetyfive-motorsports-to-honor-duarte/)

Join us and the racing community in making a positive impact while celebrating the life of a true local hero.

ABOUT  KODY HARTLAUB

Kody started racing go-karts in 2005. Over five seasons he won championships at Hunterstown and Shippensburg, and finished 2nd in the PA State series. Following the 2009 season, he moved up to race 600 micro sprints on a limited basis, but then spent a few years away from the sport. In late 2015 Kody tested in a 358 sprint car and started a partial schedule in 2016. In 2018, he raced the majority of the season but then sat out again in 2019. He returned to 358 sprints in 2020 on a very limited schedule, then in 2021 he was able to complete his first full season at Lincoln Speedway.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2024 410 Sprint car rookie of the year at Williams grove and lincoln speedways
  • 2023 Lincoln Speedway 358 Sprint car champion, including 3 victories
  • 2022 358 sprint car Rookie of the Year at Williams Grove Speedway
  • 2022: 2nd in Lincoln Speedway & SUMMER SERIES 358 sprint car points
  • 2022: 5th in Williams Grove Speedway 358 sprint car points
  • 2021: first career 358 sprint car victory (Lincoln Speedway)

Follow Kody’s season:

 

THANKS TO OUR 2025 PARTNERS!

  • Brewer Home Improvements
  • J Fuels
  • Bigham Appraisal
  • Moose Blocks
  • Griffith Plumbing Services
  • T&N Solutions

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with NinetyFive Motorsports are available for the 2025 season!  Email us at [email protected].

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Double Dose of Victory Lane: Tony Jackson Sweeps Wingless Features at Williams Grove Speedway

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Mechanicsburg, PA – June 8, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeff Hertzler / WRT Speedwerx

Tony Jackson added another memorable chapter to his already impressive 2025 campaign, scoring both his fifth and sixth victories of the season during a special twin-feature night on Friday at Williams Grove Speedway. The night was not only a major rebound from earlier weather setbacks—it also marked the first double-feature sweep in wingless action of Jackson’s career.

“I’ve swept the night before in wingless and winged sportsman, but I can’t remember ever doing that in just the wingless car,” said Jackson. “It was a pretty cool night for me and our team and one I’ll definitely remember.”

The evening kicked off with a make-up feature from a previously rain-shortened event. Jackson, piloting the familiar Scott Hess Racing No. 88, rolled off fifth on the grid. He wasted little time slicing through the field, taking the lead by lap three and never looking back. In dominant fashion, Jackson cruised to the checkered flag with a commanding margin of victory—crossing the line more than 7.0 seconds ahead of the competition.

In the second feature of the night, Jackson faced a bit more traffic, starting seventh. Once again, he was up to the challenge. He charged through the field and claimed the lead by lap seven, ultimately sealing the deal on an unforgettable night at the Grove.

“You never know how big of a lead you have out there, but we just got out front and just tried to stay consistent in both shows,” said Jackson.  “To finally get a full night in here after so many rainouts and then to score both wins, it was just a really cool night.”

The back-to-back wins bring Jackson’s season total to six and his career tally to 52 victories, further cementing his reputation as one of the region’s most consistent forces in wingless Sportsman competition. The wins were also special sentimentally, as Jackson currently only has one more trip to Williams Grove left on his 2025 schedule.

“With the way Williams Grove has battled rain all year and with it being my final season racing, I really was starting to think I might not get another chance to win there,” he said. “So, to be able to add a couple more victories to my total in what could be my final shot there, it was a little more meaningful for sure.”

Jackson and Hess will take a much-deserved break from the track this week and will return to action on June 21st at BAPS Motor Speedway for wingless competition.

For continued updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more, follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing on social media.

ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing’s season on Facebook at Scott Hess Racing!

 

THANKS TO OUR 2025 PARTNERS!

  • Reeser’s Ice Cream
  • McCoy Brothers
  • Machining America
  • Interstate Garage Doors
  • Hess Iron
  • High Performance Lubricants
  • Ken Brown Trucking
  • Piper Advertising
  • Sledgecraft Chassis
  • Drew Bible / FK Shocks
  • Fit Racing Engines
  • Godfrey Racing Engines

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with Scott Hess Racing are available for the 2025 season!  Message us via Facebook at Scott Hess Racing.

photo credit: Jeff Hertzler / WRT Speedwerx

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Tony Jackson Grabs Another Podium Finish During Weather-Shortened Memorial Day Weekend

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Port Royal, PA – May 28, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

What was planned to be a full-throttle Memorial Day weekend of racing for Tony Jackson and the Scott Hess Racing team turned into a test of patience and perseverance, as Mother Nature once again played a role in reshaping the schedule. Despite a rainout on Friday at Williams Grove Speedway, Jackson salvaged the weekend with a pair of strong performances—highlighted by a runner-up finish Sunday during the prestigious Bob Weikert Memorial at Port Royal Speedway.

“I swear Williams Grove has just had the worst luck all season, and I’m starting to wonder if we’ll ever get a show in there,” Jackson said. “Otherwise, it was a decent weekend and something we can keep building on as a team.”

Saturday’s event at BAPS Motor Speedway saw Jackson battle in Winged Sportsman competition, where the No. 88 machine advanced three positions in a heat race to finish second. He then started 12th and passed four cars in the A-main, bringing the car home in eighth place—not the result they were hoping for, but still a solid night. 

“We had a mechanical issue on Saturday, but made the best of it,” he said. “The car was laying over really badly as a result, so we kind of just made do with what we could out there.”

On Sunday, Jackson and the team shifted back to wingless competition for one of the biggest shows of the year at Port Royal Speedway. Lining up against a stout field of 32 cars as part of the card for the Bob Weikert Memorial, Jackson proved once again why he’s been a force all season. He won a heat race from the sixth starting position before picking off seven positions from ninth in the A-main to secure a second-place finish, just shy of grabbing his fifth win of the year.

“We had a really good car on Sunday, but we needed a yellow to see if we really had anything for the leader,” said Jackson. “Port Royal is a really good track for us, and our speed showed. Unfortunately, we just came up one spot short.”

With four wins already under his belt and 50 career victories now to his name, Jackson continues to be one of the most consistent and competitive drivers in the region in both winged and wingless Sportsman action.

The team will compete in a solo night of racing this weekend as they’ll head to Path Valley Speedway Park on Saturday to run wingless in the sportsman.

“It’s a bit of a bigger race for Path Valley, and there is some extra money on the line, so I’m looking forward to it,” he said. “We’ve obviously won there a lot in the past, and our most recent win was there, so if weather cooperates, I think we’ve got a good shot to pick up another checkered flag.”

For more news, updates, and behind-the-scenes content, follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing on social media.

ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing’s season on Facebook at Scott Hess Racing!

 

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photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

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Keen Building Foundation for Success with Mark Smith

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Port Royal, PA – May 21, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Kyle Keen’s 2025 racing season has been quite disjointed so far.  There have been welcome interruptions, like the arrival of he and his wife Taylor’s first child in April, and of course, there have been plenty of unwanted disruptions by Mother Nature.

On the somewhat distant heels of one race at Port Royal Speedway in late March and another at BAPS Motor Speedway in mid-April, Keen was finally able to return to the track the past two weekends.

Keen and team made their first ever trip to Tri-City Raceway Park in Franklin, PA on May 9th, then returned to Port Royal Speedway on May 17th.

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location March 29, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • StatsHeat 8th (5), B-main 12th
  • Date/Location:  April 13, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • StatsQualifying 9th, Heat 6th (9), A-main 22nd (23)
  • Date/Location:  May 9, 2025 / Tri-City Raceway Park, Franklin, PA
  • StatsHeat 5th (4), A-main 11th (14)
  • Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • StatsHeat 5th (4), A-main 22nd (19)

 

RECENT RECAPS

Keen made his first-ever visit to Tri-City Raceway Park’s half-mile oval on May 9th, and he was forced to jump right into the figurative ‘deep end of the pool’.  There was no hot lap session for sprint cars, so it was right to a heat race for the Carlisle, PA driver.

Following a 5th-place run in the heat, Keen took what he had learned and made adjustments to prepare for the 25-lap A-main.  He raced to a respectable 11th-place finish later that night in his debut.

“Definitely an improvement from where we have been and almost locked in a top 10, but of course we’re still not where we want to be.”, Keen said. 

“We started passing cars in the feature, and that’s a step in the right direction for us.  Not having hot laps and jumping right into heat races was a challenge for me at a brand-new race track, but we adjusted for the feature and made gains.  Tri-City (Raceway Park) is a cool place, and I would like to go back sometime. It was a deceptively fast track!”

Given the aforementioned interruptions to his schedule, it has been difficult for Keen to get into a rhythm this season.  His season opener at Port Royal in March ended in the B-main, then two weeks later, he finished 22nd at BAPS Motor Speedway.  Another four weeks went by before the team unloaded at Tri-City Raceway Park.

Saturday night, May 17th, Keen returned to Port Royal Speedway for the first time since his season debut in late March.  This time around the Carlisle, PA driver transferred to the main event through his heat race by logging a 5th place finish.  He officially finished 22nd after retiring from the race with ten laps remaining.

“Tonight was a positive step for us.  We made the show through the heat race and held off some good cars to do it.  The car was really good…really consistent…so I was able to drive in (to the corners) harder than I ever have there before.  A lot of credit for that goes to Mark (Smith).”, Keen commented.

MARK SMITH

As announced back in December, Mark Smith joined Kyle Keen Motorsports as a mentor and crew chief for the 2025 season.  Keen says Smith has already become an asset to himself and the team, helping build a solid foundation for consistent results.

“Mark has been really, really good for me and the team.  He has a positive attitude, patience, and there are no unrealistic expectations.”, Keen shared.

“He keeps working on the car, then tells me to go try it and let him know how it feels.  I don’t feel any unnecessary pressure.  We’re just working together to get better.”

“With Mark handling the car, I’m able to focus on the track, watch where guys are running, and get my plan together for the night as a driver.”

Smith is also serving as a mentor to Keen, who only has five seasons behind the wheel.

“After watching me, Mark will make suggestions like maybe enter higher or arc my corners differently, but he’s letting me figure it out using the options he gives me to consider.  That makes me think as a driver and better prepares me because I get a better understanding of when to use what approach.”

Keen says that as a result of Smith’s involvement, he has a much more consistent car than he has had in the past.  

“It’s almost like I’m re-learning how to race because the car is more predictable.  For example, we used to struggle in features, so I was just sort of making laps.  Now, the car is good, and I’m able to truly race.  I’m learning to manage a feature race, not just survive it.”, Keen explained.

LOOKING AHEAD

“It looks like the weather will start to get better, and we can start racing a little more.  We just need more laps.  That’s the only way to get better.”, Keen said.

While the primary plan is to race at Port Royal most weeks, Keen will venture to Lincoln Speedway this Saturday night for the Bob Leiby Memorial rather than take on the High Limit Racing teams and deep field at the Bob Weikert Memorial.  It’s a decision aimed at giving himself and the team the best opportunity to improve.

“We aren’t where we need to be yet to run with High Limit.  We need laps, and our best chance to get the maximum laps is to head to Lincoln this week.”, Keen added.

“We also want to get some track time at Lincoln because there are some big time trial shows there this year that we want to race.”

Fans can get the latest information by visiting KyleKeenMotorsports17k.com or by following the team’s social media outlets listed below.  

ABOUT  KYLE KEEN

Kyle has always been addicted to dirt racing, and after watching many sprint car races during the 2018 season, and spending time on the iRacing simulator, decided it was time to re-introduce the Keen Family back into sprint car racing. With no prior racing experience and only about a year of spinning wrenches on his grandfather’s sprints, Kyle resurrected the Keen Motorsports team and started his first season of racing in a 305 sprint car in 2019.

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Kyle Keen made his first ever visit to Tri-City Raceway Park in Pennsylvania Friday night (photo credit: SprintCarNews.com)

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Tony Jackson Hits 50 Career Wins with Emotional Triumph at Path Valley; Adds Runner-Up Finish at Bedford

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Spring Run, PA – May 19, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Teal Beard / WRT Speedwerx

When Tony Jackson announced late last season that 2025 would be his final year behind the wheel, he set two clear goals: to have fun and to win races—most importantly, to reach the 50-win milestone in Sportsman competition. This past Saturday night at Path Valley Speedway Park, Jackson checked off that historic box in spectacular fashion, earning his fourth win of the season and the 50th of his illustrious Sportsman career.

“I got my first sportsman win at Path Valley and my 50th win there too, so that’s a pretty cool deal,” said Jackson. “We had a goal to get to 50 at the beginning of the season, and now it’s time to see how many more we can get.”

Jackson’s weekend kicked off at Path Valley, where he advanced three positions in a heat race, going from fifth to second. As a result of a favorable redraw, he then secured the pole for the A-main. From there, the Scott Hess Racing No. 88 was untouchable. Jackson led all 20 laps in front of a strong field of 20 wingless Sportsman, sealing the coveted career milestone with a dominant performance.

“When the cards work out, they work out,” he said. “The way the redraw worked from the heats, we ended up on the pole, and when you get a chance to start up front with a fast racecar, you’ve got to take advantage of the opportunity.”

The celebration didn’t stop there. Jackson followed up the emotional win with another strong outing Sunday night at Bedford Speedway. After winning his heat race, he started the A-main in fourth with high hopes of back-to-back victories. Ultimately, he brought the car home second—a result that, while just shy of the top step, was still a proud moment on a night that featured the World of Outlaws Late Model Series and a packed crowd of new fans.

“It was disappointing to finish in second, but it was just a cool experience being part of a show like that,” he said. “We started fourth and got to second pretty early in the race, but once the track took rubber on the bottom, we couldn’t really pass. We just needed to get to the front faster.” 

Next up, Jackson and Scott Hess Racing return to action with a Memorial Day weekend tripleheader. First on the docket will be a trip to Williams Grove Speedway on Friday for a makeup wingless sportsman show, and then the No. 88 will take on Winged Sportsman action at BAPS Motor Speedway on Saturday. Jackson will pull double-duty at BAPS as he’ll be competing for Mike Callahan as well with the 358-winged sprint cars. He’ll close out the weekend in Wingless competition Sunday at Port Royal Speedway. With momentum along for the ride, Jackson is eager to keep the good times rolling.

“We’ve got a really busy weekend, so this will really be a test for us,” said Jackson. “When you’re rolling good, you’ve got to strike while the iron is hot. Our guys really like to go racing, and I’m looking forward to hopefully another great weekend at the track.” 

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing on social media for weekend updates, photos, and more as they continue their farewell tour with style.

ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing’s season on Facebook at Scott Hess Racing!

 

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photo credit: Teal Beard/WRT Speedwerx
photo credit: Teal Beard/WRT Speedwerx

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Tony Jackson Scores First Winged Victory of 2025 at BAPS Motor Speedway, Adds Top-10 in USAC East Coast Action

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York Haven, PA – May 12, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Teal Beard / WRT Speedwerx

Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing returned to Victory Lane in impressive fashion this past Saturday, as Jackson powered the No. 88 to his third win of the season—and his first in Winged Sportsman competition—at BAPS Motor Speedway. The victory further cements Jackson as a regular contender for checkered flags in 2025.

Jackson kicked off the night by advancing one position in a heat race to score the victory, and as a result, he earned the pole position for the night’s A-main. He fell back to second on the opening circuit before retaking the lead on lap nine. Despite the best efforts of his competitors, he went unchallenged for the remainder of the 25-lap feature event to score his 49th career victory in the division.

“We’ve run only a few winged races up this point, and honestly, our motor program is a little more dialed in for wingless racing,” said Jackson. “So, we’ve had to make some gains on the winged side, and I think we turned a corner there. Anytime you can end up in victory lane is a good night, and I’m happy with the speed we have in the car.”

Jackson also took on double-duty Saturday night, competing in USAC East Coast Sprint Car action aboard Mike Callahan’s No. 340 machine. Despite limited seat time with the series, Jackson delivered an impressive performance, charging from 13th to finish eighth in just his second USAC East Coast start.

“We had a lot of gremlins to deal with throughout the night, trying to get used to the car,” he said. “I wouldn’t say it was an overwhelming success, but we were able to run some laps and get a feel of things and score a top ten. Hopefully, we’ll get a few more cracks at it this season and see if we can’t improve on things more.”

Next up for Jackson and Scott Hess Racing will be a pair of wingless Sportsman events at Path Valley Speedway Park on Saturday and Bedford Speedway on Sunday. With the team’s recent speed and good fortune, Jackson is hoping to keep things rolling and score that elusive 50th career win in the division.

“I’m excited to get back to Path Valley as we’ve only run there once this year, and I think we let one get away there earlier in the season,” said Jackson. “I consider Path kind of as my home track as I got my start running micros there, so it would be a real cool moment to get our 50th win there.”

For continued updates, photos, and more, follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing on social media.

ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing’s season on Facebook at Scott Hess Racing!

 

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photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

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Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

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Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

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Tony Jackson Rolls to Another Top-Five Finish at Bedford Speedway

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Bedford, PA – May 5, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Teal Beard / WRT Speedwerx

The consistent roll continues for Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing as the No. 88 machine secured a solid fifth-place finish in Winged Sportsman competition this past Friday at Bedford Speedway. The result extends Jackson’s impressive run of consecutive top-five performances across both winged and wingless events.

Racing activities were canceled on Saturday at Path Valley Speedway Park as a result of inclement weather.

“The results will show a top five, but the rain really did a number on the track and made it tough to pass,” said Jackson. “Mother Nature just seems to be messing with us whether we’re racing or not, so we’re just kind of rolling with the punches and making the best of things.”

Jackson kicked off the night by participating in a pre-race radio show sponsored by Middleswarth Potato Chips and a late-afternoon storm briefly delayed the night’s racing schedule. However, once the track was ready, Jackson wasted no time getting down to business.

He finished where he started – fourth – in a heat race and as a result earned the seventh starting position for the A-main. Struggling to make up for difficult track conditions, he was able to persevere forward two spots to take the checkered flag in fifth.

“It was one of those nights where you kind of were at the mercy of where you started and hoping for some help,” he said. “Ultimately, we passed two cars, which was about as good as it got considering all the rain they got, so I guess there’s nothing to hang our heads about.”

With two wins already this season and a string of podiums and top-five finishes, Jackson and the Scott Hess Racing team are riding high with confidence and momentum.

Next up, the team will turn their attention back to winged action with a single night of racing this Saturday at the BAPS Motor Speedway. However, as an added bonus through a combined effort with team owner Mike Callahan, Jackson will pull double duty and compete with the USAC East Coast cars as well.

“I’m a little excited, honestly. We tagged onto the field the other week at Port Royal and ran well lap time-wise with the series when we were running our Sportsman motor,” said Jackson. “We’ll have a little better 358 motor this time out that lines up better with the series, so it should be a lot of fun to see where we can stack up against some good cars. More track time is always better, and I’m confident we’ll be able to really hold our own and compete for a win.”

For updates, photos, and behind-the-scenes content, follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing on social media.

ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

Follow Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing’s season on Facebook at Scott Hess Racing!

 

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Tony Jackson is interviewed by track announcer and prerace radio show host, Eric Zembower, at Bedford Speedway prior to action.

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

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Tony Jackson Captures Second Wingless Victory of the Season at Port Royal Speedway

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Port Royal, PA – April 28, 2025

by Justin Snyder / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

Tony Jackson and Scott Hess Racing added another trophy to the case this past weekend, as Jackson piloted the No. 88 machine to his second Wingless Sportsman victory of the season Saturday night at Port Royal Speedway.

The team’s weekend plans initially called for a doubleheader, but Friday’s Winged Sportsman event at Linda’s Speedway was canceled due to impending weather. That left all the focus on Port Royal—and Jackson delivered in a big way.

“We wanted to do Linda’s, but it just wasn’t in the cards for Mother Nature to cooperate,” said Jackson. “But Port Royal more than made up for the rainy Friday and we’re just excited to be running this good early in the season.”

Jackson kicked off the night by charging from fifth to second in his heat race, earning him the fourth starting spot for the A-main event. He quickly moved into a podium position in the early laps and by lap five had powered into second. Jackson then stalked the leader for more than 10 circuits, patiently waiting for his opportunity.

That opportunity came with five laps to go, as Jackson used a strong outside move through turns three and four to wrestle away the top spot. He led the remainder of the race, securing his second career Port Royal Speedway victory and his 48th career triumph in the Sportsman division.

With car counts lower for the USAC East Coast Sprint Cars, Jackson and Hess also took advantage of the opportunity to run with the wingless 360 Sprint Cars for the night. He finished seventh in a heat race and 18th in the A-main. The ability to get the extra laps on track is something Jackson said paid dividends not only financially, but set up wise as well.

“Honestly, we credit a lot of us winning that race in being able to run with the USAC East Coast guys for the night,” he said. “We got some valuable track time and made a few extra dollars. But overall we found a few things out and had the car better prepared for our feature and obviously it paid off as we found victory lane.”

Next up for Jackson and Scott Hess Racing is another busy weekend, as the team is slated to compete in Winged Sportsman action Friday at Bedford Speedway before removing the wing again for Saturday’s event at Path Valley Speedway Park. Jackson hopes to keep the recent hot streak alive and continue his run of front-running performances.

As an added bonus, Tony is slated to appear on a Middleswarth pre-race radio show prior to Friday’s action at Bedford Speedway, which will be simulcast via 103.1 FM and can be listened to via radio in the surrounding areas of the track and the Bedford Speedway loudspeaker 30 minutes prior to the night’s warmups.

“Bedford is a place I’ve only ran there a handful of times, but I’ve never lost in wingless competition there. Hopefully that success and knowledge can roll over to the winged Sportsman,” he said. “We’re only two away from 50 wins and honestly as good as we are running, I think we have a chance to achieve that goal in one weekend. I’m excited to get back to the track and keep having fun.”

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ABOUT  TONY JACKSON

With an impressive track record in the Super Sportsman series, Jackson has consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and an unwavering passion for the sport. Over the years, he has carved a name for himself as a formidable force, capturing the attention of fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. He’s also looking forward to continuing his family’s legacy, as his father Larry Jackson was a force to be reckoned with for decades in the Sportsman ranks.

Career highlights include winning the Super Sportsman 100-lapper in 2023, winning the winged and wingless super sportsman features on the same night in 2022, and amassing 46 career Super Sportsman wins!

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