Seminar Schedule

MOTORSPORTS 2025 SEMINARS

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 24

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25

SATURDAY 11:00 – 1230 PM (Room 1) WOMEN IN RACING: Fueling the Future hosted by Mallory Kutz with keynote speaker Erin Crocker-Evernham on the 20th anniversary of her historic World of Outlaws Sprint Car victory. Erin will share her journey and insights as well as host a Q & A. Joining Mallory Kutz, himself a racecar driver and founder of SpeedArt Creations will be be Mares Stellfox: Accomplished Sprint Car Driver; Morgan Rochelle Bealer: 2020 Ms. Motorsports and Racecar Driver; Denise Mangini: Owner of FastGirlz Appareland Kailyn Beers: Former Racecar Driver and Pit Crew Member of Austin Beers. The seminar will delve into the successes of female drivers over the past decade, the support available to them, the biases they face in the sport, and strategies to expand female representation. A special “Females of the Future,” section will include three young talents making their mark in the Quarter Midget scene:Lizzy Vogel, Ava Geis and Leighla Spencer.

12:45 – 1:45 PM (Room 1) TIRE PREP FROM AN EXPERT featuring: Jay Castimore – 800-Time Dirt Modified Feature Winner As Tire Specialist with special guest: Dustin Leverknight – American Racer Tire. Join them for a seminar on tire prep and choice that could give you the edge you need for victory. Casitomore won his 800th feature win as the tire specialist for Stewart Friesen in 2024 after years going to victory lane with Brett Hearn. In this comprehensive session, Jay will cover: The Do’s and Don’ts of Tire Prep, Compound Choices, Hoosier vs. American Racer Tires and Understanding Tire Wear. As an added bonus, Dustin Leverknight from American Racer Tire will join the discussion to share his expert knowledge on tire technology, maintenance, and compound choices. This seminar, returning for its second consecutive year due to overwhelming demand, is a must-attend for any Dirt competitor looking to improve race performance. Don’t miss out – bring your questions and learn from the best in the business!**

1:00- 2:00 PM: (Room 2) TAKING PHOTOS AT THE TRACK hosted BOB YURKO of Area Auto Racing News: For the “amateur” or the person looking to enter the business, this seminar provides “the basics” of racing photography.

2:00 – 3:00 PM: (Room 1) SPRINT CAR 101 with JOE MOONEY who has worked on high-level teams, including the past two season as full-time crew chief for Anthony Marci. He was previously the car chief for Brad Sweet’s World of Outlaw championship-winning team. The seminar will cover everything you need to know about preparing a Sprint Car for dirt competition. This includes pre-race preparation, setup adjustments, and insights for all levels of competitors, from beginners to seasoned racers. Practical tips for Sprint Car competitors at various skill levels. A chance to ask questions and get expert feedback on your specific racing concerns.

3:15 – 4:15 PM (Room 1) HOW TO WIN IN DIRT SPORTSMAN RACING presented by: Matt Janczuk – Join one of the most accomplished drivers in Crate Sportsman competition for an exclusive seminar designed to help you elevate your performance on the track. With over 20 years of racing experience, Matt is known for his consistency and success, including a remarkable 18 feature wins in the 2024 season despite a limited schedule. Highlights include a repeat victory in the Sportsman 75 at Super DIRT Week and a stunning $10,000 win at the Devil’s Bowl Speedway in Vermont.In this hands-on seminar, Matt will share his winning strategies and insights on: Car Setup, Pre-Race Preparation and Driving Techniques: As Matt prepares to transition to the Modifieds in 2025, he’s excited to help others reach their full potential in the Sportsman division. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just getting started, this seminar will provide valuable knowledge to help you step up your game and succeed. Bring question to ask and they will be answered!

4:30- 5:30 PM: (Room 1) 5:45 – 7:00 PM (Room 1) ATQMRA RULES MEETING

3:00- 3:45 PM: (Press Room): Race Track/Tour & Series Media Workshop hosted by WAYNE HARPER, Lincoln (Pa.) Speedway press director. Open discussion between racing writers/photographers and track/series Promoters/Managers and Press Directors as to professionalism, credential usage and pre and post-event coverage. A featured topic will be “Today’s Racing Social Media”, with emphasis on how tracks/organizations are using Facebook, Twitter and related “social media” in publicizing their events; and “credential approval by tracks in the new era of social media.”