GET READY TO GET MUDDY! THE DIRTY DASH IS COMING TO PGP JULY 9

KENT, Wash. — (Jan. 31, 2011) When we were younger, our Gramma always said: “Never wrestle with a pig ... you both get dirty — but the pig likes it!”


But Gramma never said anything about The Dirty Dash, so PGP Motorsports Park is thrilled to host this charitable organization on July 9 for a “mud run obstacle course where military boot camp meets your inner 5 year-old’s fantasy and subsequently converts boy to man and then ... man to swine.”

That little quote comes from the hilarious Dirty Dash website, which sums up the qualifications needed for success as: “Endurance to trudge up mountains of sludge, courage to overcome uncompromising obstacles, a complete lack of shame to wallow in pits of mud and a smile to show through at the end!”

The Dirty Dash at PGP will start at 9 a.m. with competitive waves followed by the "fun" waves. There will be a break for the Piglet Plunge (over 2 and under 12) around noon and the kids will run between 12:30-1 p.m. The afternoon session will begin with competitive waves followed by "fun" waves again. The parking lot opens at 7 a.m. so you can stretch, shake out the pre-race jitters, and size up the competition.

Runners can go solo or team up with five to 20 of their filthiest friends. Individuals will run first in separate heats from the teams. For the teams, all members will run the entire course and are free to help each other out. Before the final mud pit, faster runners will be held so that the entire team hits the slop together. The clock stops when the entire team has crossed the finish line (any team that tries to cross without all its members is subject to public shaming).

Speaking of public shaming, did we mention costumes are not only permitted, but encouraged? Prizes will be handed out for The Dirty Dash Dirty 'Stache Award, The Dirty Dash Mud-Runway Award, The Dirty Dash Cleanest Name Award, and The Dirty Dash Filthiest Family Award, among others.

More information and registration is available at www.thedirtydash.com. Price per person is:
• $35 if before the end of March 13
• $40 if before the end of April 17
• $45 if before the end of May 15
• $50 if before the end of June 26


The Dirty Dash will benefit your cardiovascular system, body image, and a charity to be named later. Races will also have a “Hot Wash” where spectators can purchase balloons to throw at the participants, the benefits also going to charity.

Competitors under 15 must sign a waiver and have an adult run with them for the entire race. Spectators are free to watch, walk around and throw water balloons bought at the Hog Wash at participants.

So, bring a towel, a bag for your dirty clothes and shoes, and a smile. A way for you to clean off will be provided, so don't worry about your car on the drive home.

On the Web
For PGP, visit www.pacificgp.com, become a fan of “Pacific Grand Prix” on Facebook or follow @pacificgp on Twitter.

For The Dirty Dash, visit www.thedirtydash.com, become a fan of “The Dirty Dash” on Facebook, follow @TheDirtyDash on Twitter or on visit their YouTube channel, “TheDirtyDash.”

About PGP Motorsports Park
PGP Motorsports Park is the Northwest’s premier multi-purpose racing facility and is located in close proximity to the greater Seattle metropolitan area. Named “Best Guys Weekend Destination” for 2010 in the KING 5 Evening Magazine Best of Western Washington contest, the track is easy to get to and inexpensive to utilize, making PGP a rare combination of top-level racing excitement and affordability. For more information on PGP events and services, visit www.pacificgp.com or call (253) 639-7223.

PGP Motorsports media contact
Paul Zalud, (206) 390-9858, paul@pacificgp.com

Jonathon Gomez Posts Third Place Finish at Showdown

TWIN FALLS, IDAHO (January 30, 2011) Jonathon Gomez from Twin Falls, Idaho had to survive 225-laps of intense action in the 8th annual NASCAR Toyota All-Star Showdown in order to drive to a third place finish in the prestigious event that attracts the top racers in the country. Gomez qualified 14th in the field of 40-cars and posted his best ever finish in his third try at the marquee event.


46 NASCAR K&N Pro Series competitors from across the country attempted to qualify for one of 40 spots on the starting grid and while Gomez was competitive during two practice sessions, the Craig Raudman led Heritage Cattle Co/Century Boatland/United Oil crew were anxious about qualifying. At stake was a starting position in the event. When qualifying was completed, Gomez clicked off his fastest lap of the weekend (18.587 seconds) around the ultra-fast half-mile paved oval, but was relegated to the 14th starting position in the all-star line up.

The 225-lap event would be broken into three segments. Two 100-lap segments and a final 25-lap shootout to the finish. During the first segment, Gomez just let the race unfold and stayed out of trouble dodging several incidents that took out several cars. By lap 50, he had made his way inside the top ten and moved to as high as sixth place by lap 102 when the first break was called.

The ten minute break allowed teams to make small chassis adjustments and put on a fresh set of tires for the next 100-laps. The Heritage Cattle Co. crew freed up the car a bit for the second 100-laps.

The second segment went caution free for 95-laps during which Gomez fell back as far as tenth but by lap 197, he had moved back up to sixth place. Also during the second segment his Chevrolet developed an oil leak which had the team concerned as NASCAR officials were ever watchful of the car.

The dash to the finish in the last 25-lap segment brought out a lot of fireworks as several of the front runners tangled for position causing numerous caution periods. The last caution set up a 10-lap dash to the finish and by this time Gomez had worked his way up to the third position in sight of the leaders.

Gomez held his own but was unable to catch the top two and settled for a third place finish and his best result to date in the All-Star event.

"I am thrilled with the finish," Gomez said. "Craig Raudman and this whole Heritage Cattle Co. crew did a fantastic job all weekend and this is an awesome way to close out last season and begin this season. I owe so much to my dad (John Gomez) and my wife Chelsia for all their support."

While the smoke from his car had many concernd, Gomez offered, "What smoke? The car was awesome all night and we were able to make the right adjustments late to put us in the position. I was able to avoid the wrecks this time out and bring home a great finish for the team. I can't wait for Phoenix."

Gomez will open up the 14-race 2011 NASCAR K&N Pro Series campaign February 23 at Phoenix (AZ) Int'l Raceway. Gomez finished 4th at PIR last spring en route to a sixth place final points finish. Gomez led all competitors last season with laps completed (1700 out of 1705) and was the recipient of the Driver Achievement Award for the 2010 season.

Gomez will also defend his SPEARS SRL Southwest Tour championship title again this season in the popular California based Late Model tour. The SRL season gets underway April 2 at the Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Jonathon Gomez is supported by Heritage Cattle Company, Century Boatland, J&C Custom Harvesting, United Oil, Modern Machinery, DJ Safety, and Gomez Farms. Jonathon Gomez is the 2010 SPEARS SRL Southwest Tour Champion. Gomez is also a winner on the CarbonX Rocky Mountain Challenge Series and in the Mustang Challenge Series at Miller Motorsports Park. For more information on Jonathon Gomez, please log onto his website at www.jonathongomez.com or www.nascarlocalracing.com.
Marketing partnerships and sponsorship opportunities for the 2011 racing season are still available with Heritage Motor Sports and rising star Jonathon Gomez. For a custom proposal and additional information please contact John Gomez at 208/731-1288.

MOLLY HELMUTH CLOSES BOOK ON 2010; LOOKS AHEAD TO 2011 RACING SEASON WITH NEW PIT CREW

SEATTLE (Jan. 28, 2011) — The final piece of business from the 2010 racing season was wrapped up last Saturday night, the same night Molly Helmuth finalized some important details for the upcoming season.

The 15-year-old from Seattle was recognized with a beautiful trophy as the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Rookie of the Year award in the Mini-Stock Division at the Evergreen Speedway Awards Banquet, held at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe, Wash.

Molly also received a trophy for finishing fifth in the season standings, and $60 as the winner of a raffle drawing from Mini Stock Division sponsor Foster Press of Lake Stevens, Wash.

“The cash was a nice surprise, and the whole event was very nice and well put together,” said Molly. “Traci Hobbs told me that I was the inspiration for putting on the event after talking with Doug Hobbs, one of the new promoters of Evergreen Speedway, at a karting event. I said ‘All I want is my Rookie of the Year trophy’ and they made that happen."

Earlier Saturday night, Molly crossed an important item off her racing to-do list: finding an experienced pit crew to help her compete in the Mini-Stock Division at Evergreen and in select events with the Northwest Pro4 Truck Series. After meeting with Molly and her parents, Mike and Jana Helmuth, Roger Habich and Aaron Hoskin agreed to be the Roosevelt High School student’s pit crew for 2011. Habich will serve as driver coach and crew chief, with Hoskin as lead mechanic.

A veteran late-model and sports-car racer, Habich has been involved on the track or in the infield at Evergreen Speedway since 1986. In 2009 he served as crew chief for Natalie Sather, helping the NASCAR Drive for Diversity selectee earn Rookie of the Year honors in her first season racing a stock car.

Hoskin has been involved in late-model racing at Evergreen Speedway since 2006. After working as a tire and chassis specialist for Total Velocity Motorsports, supporting drivers Habich and Jeff Knight, Hoskin joined Habich working on Sather’s crew in 2009.

“Having Roger and Aaron agree to be my pit crew relieved a lot of stress for myself and my family,” said Molly. “Getting two trophies and a pit crew on Saturday night, I am one happy girl and looking forward to the 2011 season. It should be a good one.”

Molly’s Mini-Stock ride for this season at Evergreen Speedway, a rear-wheel drive Ford Mustang, has been placed in the capable hands of Habich and Hoskin, with all work expected to be completed in time for on-track practice in March. A four-cylinder race truck was also recently purchased for her to use in a handful of Northwest Pro4 Truck Series races this season.

Supported by sponsors Kings Transmission, Security Imaging Corporation, Squires Machine, Novastar Development Inc., Foss MotorSports and Transport Services, B&D Sheet Metal and Jana Helmuth CPA, Molly’s tentative schedule for 2011 currently looks like this:

February
6 Karting at PGP Motorsports Park, Kent, Wash.
19-20 Karting at Evergreen Speedway, Monroe, Wash.

March
5-6 Karting at Evergreen Speedway
6 Karting at PGP Motorsports Park
12 Mini-Stock/NW Pro4 Truck practice at Evergreen Speedway (3/8)
19-20 Mini-Stock/NW Pro4 Truck practice at Yakima (Wash.) and/or karting at Evergreen Speedway
26 Mini-Stock/NW Pro4 Truck practice at Evergreen Speedway (5/8)

April
2 Mini-Stock/NW Pro4 Truck practice at Yakima Speedway
8-10 Gold Cup Karting at Tri-Cities, Wash.
16 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
23-24 Karting at PGP Motorsports Park
30 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway

May
7 NW Pro4 Truck race at Yakima Speedway or Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
13-15 Gold Cup karting in Chilliwack, B.C.
21 Mini-Stock and NW Pro4 Truck races at Evergreen Speedway
28 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway

June
4 NW Pro4 Truck Race at Stateline Stadium Speedway, Post Falls, Idaho
10-12 Gold Cup karting at Tri-Cities, Wash.
11 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
18 NW Pro4 Truck race at Wenatchee (Wash.) Valley Super Oval
25 NW Outlaw Compacts Series race at South Sound Speedway, Tenino, Wash.

July
8-10 Gold Cup karting, Tacoma, Wash.
9 NW Pro4 Truck and Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway (5/8)
23 NW Pro4 Truck race at Wenatchee Valley Super Oval
30 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway

August
5-7 Gold Cup karting at Sumas, Wash. or NW Pro4 Truck races at Stateline Stadium Speedway
13 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
20 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
27 NW Pro4 Truck race at Port Angeles (Wash.) Speedway
28 Karting at PGP Motorsports Park

September
3 Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
4 Gold Cup karting at McMinnville, Ore.
10 NW Pro4 Truck race at Stateline Stadium Speedway or Mini-Stock race at Evergreen Speedway
24 Mini-Stock, Mini-Stock Invitational and NW Pro4 Truck races at Evergreen Speedway
25 Gold Cup karting at Mission, B.C.

Interested in finding out how you can become part of the Molly Helmuth Racing team? Contact Mike Helmuth at (206) 819-1501 or mike@securityimaging.com

On the Web: For more information on Molly Helmuth, visit www.mollyhelmuth.com, become a fan of “Molly Helmuth Racing” on Facebook, or visit her YouTube channel, RotaxJr92.

To learn more about her sponsors:
Security Imaging (www.securityimaging.com) or call: (877) 369-7033 or (206) 527-8819;
Kings Transmissions (www.kingstransmission.com)
Squires Machine(www.squiresmachine.com)
Novastar Development Inc. (www.novastardev.com)
B&D Sheet Metal (www.banddsheetmetal.com)
Foss Motorsports and Transport Services (www.fossmotorsports.com)
Jana Helmuth, CPA (www.janahelmuth.com)

About Molly Helmuth: Molly Helmuth has been racing since the age of 11. She started racing go karts in Washington, Oregon and Canada, competing in various events against some of the fastest drivers in the country. In 2010 at 14 Molly became the youngest driver to compete in the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Mini-Stock Division at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, Wash., finishing in the top-five in series points and winning rookie of the year. In late 2010, Helmuth was invited to attend Phase I of the Lyn Saint James Women in the Winner’s Circle Academy and to take part in the Ron Sutton’s Winner’s Circle Talent Search Shoot-Out.

About Security Imaging Corporation: In business since 1996, Security Imaging is a leader in online sales of badge holders, lanyards, photo ID card printers, wristbands and other products. Customers include corporations, military, government, schools and universities, and large and small businesses across the United States and internationally.

The online catalog at www.securityimaging.com displays just a portion of the products available from the company, and customers are encouraged to contact the Security Imaging staff with questions or to request a particular item. Many of the products Security Imaging sells can be customized, making them a low-cost and effective method for marketing in addition to meeting an operational need.

Molly Helmuth Racing media contact: Mike Helmuth, (206) 819-1501, mike@securityimaging.com

Mitchum Motorsport Pit Stop at GRAND-AM 200 1.28.11

ASA PROMOTERS ARE OPTIMISTIC GOING INTO THE 2011 SEASON

Kevin Ramsell, American Speed Association PR


DAYTONA BEACH, FL (Thursday, January 27, 2011) - Looking ahead to the 2011 racing season, many are wondering if this will be the year that short track racing will return to its glory. ASA recently polled some of their ASA Member Track and Series Promoters on their thoughts going into their season. Many feel optimistic.

Brad Allen, Promoter of Ace Speedway an ASA Member Track in Altamahaw, NC, will be entering his second season in his role. "Things here are going well. Our 2011 schedule is out and full of a great variety of racing events. The lessons learned throughout our first year of managing the race track have proved very useful for approaching what will be our 55th anniversary at Ace Speedway," Allen said. "Our season ticket sales have been solid and the preseason rule meetings were very well attended. By all accounts, the fans are ready for the season opener on March 25th and the number of race teams that have registered car numbers point to full fields in all classes. The momentum created last year with a great 2010 season has produced an unmistakable air of anticipation here that has filtered through the surrounding community and we can't wait to see what this year holds. Our goal of returning Ace Speedway to prominence continues and we thank ASA for providing support and direction to do so."

The ASA Midwest Tour is entering their fifth season of competition. Tim Olson, ASA Midwest Tour President, is seeing some positive signs. "When you watch the news, many are seeing that a lot of blue collar jobs are picking up again," Olson said. "Many of our racers work those blue collar jobs and for them to get a steady income, it will also allow them to come and race at the short tracks and series. Things are turning for the better."

At Lonesome Pines Raceway, an ASA Member Track in Coeburn, VA, Promoter Harold Crook is excited about the upcoming season. "We have our first race sponsorship sold among several other race events that have sponsors already," Crook said. "We have 19 events on the schedule this season and every one of them is special."

Not only is he the 2010 ASA NSRA Winged Sprint Car Champion, but Andy Alberding is returning as the club President in 2011. "We are very optimistic about the outlook of our 2011 season from this point," Alberding said. "We have assembled a diverse schedule of races across a wide area of the Pacific Northwest and all word so far is our car count will be even better than last year. We hope the fans will be able to make it out to see what a great show we can put on."

Ron and Scott Wimmer, the father/son promoter duo at State Park Speedway, an ASA Member Track in Wausau, WI, had a successful first season as the new promoters and are very optimistic about their second. "We are really excited for the 2011 season, we have a great schedule lined up and can't wait to get started. Last year was a big undertaking for us. We were very successful in some areas, but went through some growing pains in other areas," Ron Wimmer said. "Our car counts were awesome and we had over 13,500 people come through the gates in just our nine events. Thanks to help from great sponsors and fan support were able to pay a larger purse for a weekly show. We know if we continue to improve more fans will come out and more sponsors will want to be involved."

"Our focus for this year is to improve the little things week in and week out. Last year we made major renovations to the track and the facility. This year we want to make sure each night flows smoothly, the best thing for drivers and fans is when we can have everything running on time," Scott Wimmer said. "We have great racing, great fans, and noticed some tracks are even trying some things we did last year, so we look to continue to bring new and innovative ideas to each Thursday event. If we can do that and lead they way in short track racing in Wisconsin we will continue to see success at State Park Speedway."

Down in the Southwest, Randy Claypoole, President of ISCARS DASH Touring Sanctioned by ASA is looking at 2011 with a new approach. "We cannot ignore the obvious strain with the economy," Claypoole said. "The focus for us is dealing with expectations. ISCARS has decided to create our own reasonable expectations which are attainable and in turn will produce positive energy. Growth in 2011 will not be based on car count, but rather raising the bar of professional appearance, an affordable schedule of events, and a better entertainment package for the fans."

Mike Eames is the new General Manager at Rocky Mountain Raceways, an ASA Member Track in West Valley City, UT. They are celebrating a milestone in 2011. "This is a special year for us at Rocky Mountain Raceways. We get to celebrate our 15th year racing at this facility along with the honor of having the 2010 ASA National Champion compete here," Eames said. "Bryan Wordelman did a fantastic job and we look to defend our title either with Bryan or another of our talented racers."

"Everything looks to be heading in the right direction," Adam Nelson, Promoter of Meridian Speedway, an ASA Member Track in Meridian, ID said. "Even with the economic situation, things are looking good at the Speedway. Drivers are doing what they can to come and race. They are either changing to a division they can compete in or not making many changes to their current cars. They want to come and race and they are doing what they can to do so. The fans are always looking for a good time at a low cost. We think we have cornered that market by providing some of the best entertainment in our part of Idaho."

"There is a lot of optimism overall in short track racing. The major reason is that this sport is affordable and anyone, no matter what their income level is, can participate," Dennis Huth, ASA President said. "Many of our ASA Member Tracks and Series have a division that could work in someone's budget if they want to compete. If you are looking for great family entertainment, the cost of going to a short track event is almost the same as taking the family to see a movie at the local theatre. The action is live and exciting."

Huth also has a message for potential sponsors as well. "You hear about the high dollars that circulate around the upper levels of our sport. Short tracks and series have more affordable opportunities to reach out to the same audience that they would spend millions to attract. They are missing out on a great opportunity."


To learn more about the ASA Member Tracks and Sanctioned Series in your area, please visit www.asa-racing.com.

The American Speed Association started as a single racing series in 1968 and is a fast growing racing sanctioning body today. The ASA Member Track program is comprised of asphalt and dirt short tracks along with road courses around the United States, as well as a variety of regional and national touring series. To learn more of the Daytona Beach, Fla.-based American Speed Association call (386) 258-2221 or send an e-mail to info@asa-racing.com. For news and information from all the racetracks and regional tours involved in the ASA, visit www.ASA-Racing.com.


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