David Smith
Head Talent Scout


Optimus Prime won’t be the only one making headlines this weekend.

Blackboard-ranked prospects Jeff Choquette and B.J. McLeod will lead the charge for young racers at New Smyrna (FL) Speedway’s annual Clyde Hart Memorial 125 on Wednesday. Choquette, a contestant in 2005’s Roush Gong Show, is coming off a win this past weekend at the track. McLeod won the track title and the Brighthouse Challenge Series championship in 2006.

South Boston Speedway’s Adam Barker, who saw his win streak snapped recently by 19 year-old C.E. Falk, will look to defend his home track against all comers on Tuesday night.

Douglas County (OR) winner Brian Ickler will attempt to make it two-in-a-row on Wednesday night at Irwindale (CA) Speedway in the Grand National West Series. Last year’s winner Andrew Myers returns and will be joined by rookie Alex Haase this week in the King Taco 200.

As the PASS South late models tackle Peach State (GA) Speedway, Ryan Lawler looks to add a third victory to the 2007 win total. Cassius Clark, who’s found more success in the PASS North, and Corey Williams, also a winner on the PASS South season look to contend for the wins on Tuesday night.

Stay tuned to DSM for updates on all of the action on Independence week.

July 3, 2007