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(Updated 5/21/08 )

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The Small Blocks Get It On At Virginia Motorsports Park!

The small blocks were screaming as the Outlaw Small Block Association (OSBA) kicked off its inaugural race as a part of the Muscle Car Powerfest at Virginia Motorsports Park in Dinwiddie, Virginia. Two rounds of qualifying were held on Saturday May 17, 2008 with eliminations on Sunday, May 18, 2008. Despite the threat of rain on Friday and again on Sunday, which kept some teams from attending, the die hard small block teams were there, ready to do battle and they did. "The racers are excited to have a venue to showcase their talents and let the crowd see the intensity of an all small block field" stated Bill Harris, President of the OSBA. "There has been lots of talk about the program and I believe the turnout shows us this program is here to stay." This was the first of a three race series for the OSBA, the next race is scheduled for September 27th. At the last event which is on November 1st & 2nd someone will be crowned OSBA small block of the year. The winner for this will be determined through a simple points system.

Due to rain just as finals were about to begin all classes split the winnings. The Brothers left standing in each class were:

Class C/1

Sam Pryor of King George, VA in his 1990 Pontiac Trans Am went a best of 8.290 @ 157.95 to get to the finals. He split with Thomas Miller of Nottingham, PA.

Class C/2

Leon Powell of Sutherland, VA drove the Powell Racing 1977 Camaro to a 9.269 @ 143.51 to defeat Shelton Gillis’ 9.806 @ 136.90. Leon earned the right to split with Bobby Bladen III in his 1970 Nova.

Unlimited

Bryan Epps of Richmond, VA in his 1998 Mustang took the win light with a 4.779 @ 147.91 over Tom Boles of Philadelphia, PA.

While Bill Harris of Springfield, VA defeated Jamie Starver running 5.03 @ 147.91.

Bryan & Bill split in the finals.

More details on the race can be seen on the OSBA website: www.osbadrag.com and go to race results.

Leon Youngblood Wins Mean Street at PSCA California Nationals

Leon Youngblood wins in the Mean Street Class running a 10.64 @ 125 mph at the PSCA California Nationals held on Sunday, May 18, 2008 at the California Speedway in Fontana, CA.
We Congratulate Leon on his final round victory.

Craig Williams Wins Limited Street at PSCA California Nationals

Photo Taken From PSCA Website

Craig Williams wins in the Limited Street Class running a 9.31 @ 150 mph at the PSCA California Nationals held on Sunday, May 18, 2008 at the California Speedway in Fontana, CA.
We Congratulate Craig on his win and wish him continued success.

K. J. Jones Gets Runner Up in Ford Mustang Madness at PSCA CA Natls

Photo Taken From PSCA Website

K. J. Jones goes to the final in the Ford Mustang Madness Class at the PSCA California Nationals held on Sunday, May 18, 2008 at the California Speedway in Fontana, CA. Losing in the final round of with a 14.60 @ 96.11 mph. We Congratulate K.J. on his final round appearance.

Chris Croom Qualifies #1 at Piedmont Dragway

Chris Croom in his 1969 Chevy Camaro runs a 4.16 @ 175 mph to clinch the #1 qualifying spot at the "Big Dogs vs The World" Race at Piedmont Dragway on Saturday, May 17, 2008.
We Congratulate Chris on his outstanding performance.

J.T. Johnson Gets Runner/Up in Klash Gamblers at Richmond Dragway

Photo Taken From Richmond Dragway Forum

J.T. Johnson goes to the final round of competition in the Klash Gamblers Class at Richmond Dragway on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Losing in the final round with a 4.76 @ 144 mph.
We Congratulate J.T. on his Runner-Up Win.

James Holmes Gets Runner/Up in High Roller Gambler Door at Piedmont

Photo Taken From Richmond Dragway Forum

James Holmes gets Runner- Up in the High Roller Gambler Door Class at Richmond Dragway on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Losing in the final round with a 5.91 @ 118 mph.
We Congratulate James on making it to the finals.

Green and Mace Lasts Brothers Standing in Motorcycle Class

Kip Green	Mike Mace

Louis "Kip" Green and Mike Mace get down to the last three in the Motorcycle Class at Capitol Raceway on Saturday, May 17, 2008. The race was cancelled due to rain and purse was split.
We Congratulate both Kip and Mike on making it to the semi finals.

Lonnie Johnson Qualifies #1 in Pro N/A at Maryland Intl Raceway

Photo Taken From N/A Shootout Website

Lonnie Johnson in his former Pro Stock Neon qualified #1 in the Pro N/A Class running an impressive 7.263 at 189 mph at the RAM Racing N/A Shootout at Maryland International Raceway on Saturday, May 10, 2008. We Congratulate Lonnie on qualifying #1. Great job Lonnie!

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