BRL OUTLAWS S33 R6 Recap
03 November 2023
Bootleg Racing League | Season 33 | Round 6
Outlaw Modified Series | Kern County Raceway
In a much-anticipated return to Friday nights, the renowned J R Shepherd of Different Path Motorsports secured the checkered flag in the Bootleg Racing League Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series at Kern County Raceway. Shepherd’s return to Friday nights followed a series of no-shows from track rival James Tiernan, and Shepherd’s remarkable performance was celebrated by the racing community.
The race commenced with Lowell Jewell in the pole position, while J R Shepherd started from the 16th spot. The evening’s racing was marked by chaos and frustration for many drivers as the field struggled to maintain a prolonged green flag run, with frequent incidents causing the action to unfold in short bursts, spanning just three or four laps at a time. Shepherd, a seasoned expert, navigated through the mayhem without incident, working his way toward the front.
As the race transitioned into its second half, Shepherd found himself in a fierce battle for the lead with Matt Hoose. Unfortunately, this battle ended with Hoose getting loose and making heavy contact with the inside wall, allowing Aiden Young to claim the second position. The lead exchanged hands multiple times between Shepherd and Young in the midst of several restarts. In the end, it was Shepherd who managed to maintain his position, crossing the finish line to secure the win.
Aiden Young continues to maintain a strong hold on the points lead, sitting 23 points ahead of Jeffery Hardin. Racing enthusiasts can look forward to the next round, scheduled for November 10th at South Boston Speedway. Tune in for the live action, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network at 8:55 PM ET!
BRL OUTLAWS S33 R5 Recap
27 October 2023
Bootleg Racing League | Season 33 | Round 5
Outlaw Modified Series | The Bullring at Las Vegas
In a thrilling night of racing at The Bullring in Las Vegas, Aiden Young of Gambler Motorsports secured his third consecutive win in the Bootleg Racing League Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series. The race was nothing short of chaotic, featuring frequent caution flags throughout the 100-lap event. With ten caution periods, the event delivered a series of short, action-packed green flag runs, with drivers displaying heightened aggression as they battled for position, pushing their cars to the limit before the next caution.
The race began with Kurt Smith in the pole position, while Aiden Young started from the 12th spot. Early in the race, it was Chris Davis of Team CDR who took the lead and controlled the field, with Todd Liston applying constant pressure from second place. However, the first half of the race was marked by multiple drivers falling victim to bad luck, getting caught up in multi-car incidents as they fought for position.
As the race transitioned into its second half, Aiden Young began making calculated moves and leveraging the frequent restarts to advance through the field. With 30 laps remaining, Young was closely following Davis, the race leader. On lap 72, Young made a decisive move, diving to the inside of Davis in turn 3 and successfully securing the lead. From that point onward, Young proved untouchable, leading the remaining laps and crossing the finish line to claim the checkered flag. Donny Moore made a late-race surge, capturing second place from Davis in the final moments.
Aiden Young’s incredible performance extended his lead in the point standings, with a 13-point advantage over Jeffery Hardin. Racing fans can look forward to the next round scheduled for November 3rd at Kern County Raceway, marking the first time the Bootleg Racing League has raced at this venue. Don’t miss the action, going live at 8:55 PM ET exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network!
PGRL S6 W8 Recap
24 October 2023
Pretty Good Racing League | Season 6 | Week 8
Premier Series | Watkins Glen Int’l
In the exciting double-header event titled “No Time for Bus Stops,” presented by Wrong Time Watch, the Pretty Good Racing League took on Watkins Glen in two intense 20-lap races. The first race kicked off with Scott Eckrich in the pole position and Matt Taylor alongside him on the front row. Eckrich made full use of his advantageous starting position, pulling ahead of the rest of the field early on with a dominant performance. As the race entered its second half, Eckrich was the first driver to opt for a pit stop to refuel, successfully holding off undercut attempts by his competitors. With his outstanding pace, Eckrich secured the lead unchallenged and crossed the finish line in first place. Colton Salek and Matt Taylor followed, finishing in second and third place, respectively.
For the second race, the entire field was inverted, giving Thomas George the chance to lead the pack to the green flag. However, George lost the lead to another driver early in the race. Salek, who had experienced misfortune in the previous race, was on a mission to make a comeback. He rapidly climbed the ranks and soon found himself in the top five. Meanwhile, some of the front-runners from the first race encountered incidents, including Eckrich and Jeff Ward.
On lap 7, Salek and Ryan Zima fought for the lead, with Zima ultimately coming out on top. In a surprising turn of events, Marc Cohn entered the battle for the lead, attempting to pass Salek multiple times but ultimately securing the third position. As the race progressed into its second half, after completing their pit stops, Salek took the lead ahead of Zima.
Zima remained hot on Salek’s heels, keeping the pressure high and taking advantage of a rare mistake from Salek with five laps to go, reclaiming the lead. Zima managed to pull away from Salek in the final laps, crossing the finish line as the winner.
Michael Chrobok, despite a relatively quiet night on the track, maintained his lead in the point standings, with a comfortable 236-point lead over Brian Yaczik.
The next round of the Pretty Good Racing League is scheduled for November 7th at Talladega Superspeedway for the “Try Not to Go HardInTheWall Dega Duels.” Don’t miss the action, going live at 8:50 PM ET exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network!
BRL OUTLAWS S33 R4 Recap
20 October 2023
Bootleg Racing League | Season 33 | Round 4
Outlaw Modified Series | Concord Speedway
Aiden Young of Gambler Motorsports delivered a thrilling performance tonight at Concord Speedway, claiming his second win of the season in the Bootleg Racing League Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series. Young, who started the race from the 11th position, showcased an impressive display of skill and determination.
The race began with Lowell Jewell on the pole, but it was Matt Hoose, starting on the outside of the front row, who made a bold move to seize the lead. Hoose’s aggressive start allowed him to outpace Jewell and take control of the field. During the first half of the race, Hoose continued to lead without encountering any serious challenges.
However, Aiden Young was making his way through the field further back. On lap 47, he successfully overtook Jewell to secure the second position. Young steadily closed the gap to Hoose, reaching his rear bumper by lap 51. In a daring move through turn 3, Young executed an aggressive inside pass, swiftly clearing Hoose to take the lead.
Although Hoose stayed in close pursuit and made several attempts to reclaim the lead, he was unable to execute a pass before Young surged across the finish line to claim the checkered flag.
With this remarkable victory, Aiden Young has now taken the lead in the point standings, holding a 6-point advantage over Jeffery Hardin, who secured fourth place in tonight’s race.
The Bootleg Racing League promises more intense action on October 27th, as the series heads to The Bullring at Las Vegas. Catch all the excitement, live at 8:55 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network!
PGRL S6 W7 Recap
17 October 2023
Pretty Good Racing League | Season 6 | Week 7
Premier Series | Bristol Motor Speedway
The Pretty Good Racing League delivered two action-packed 100-lap races under the lights at Bristol Motor Speedway, featuring the NASCAR Craftsman Trucks. It was a night filled with intense competition, frequent cautions, and gripping battles for position.
In the first race, Scott Eckrich started from the pole, with Jeff Ward alongside him on the front row. However, the drivers faced challenging loose conditions that prevented them from enjoying long green flag runs and finding a rhythm. Most of the cautions were triggered by drivers spinning their rear tires while navigating the corners.
Eckrich skillfully utilized the short runs and restarts to maintain his grip on the lead for the entire 100-lap race, ultimately taking the checkered flag. Meanwhile, the battle for second place was fiercely contested, with Michael Chrobok eager to claim the position from Ricky Hardin. Chrobok was able to execute the pass before a late caution brought an end to the race, allowing Eckrich to secure his win under yellow flag conditions.
In the second race, a full field invert placed Brian Greenlee on the pole. Colton Salek, who had opted to sit out the first race, made good use of the invert to secure a more favorable starting spot for the second race. Salek wasted no time, taking the lead from Greenlee within the first 20 laps and maintaining his position at the front for the remainder of the race.
However, like the first race, the second race was also marked by frequent cautions that disrupted the flow of the competition. Each restart saw familiar names aggressively charging through the field, and it was Brian Yaczik who emerged as the leader in the second half of the race. The short runs forced drivers to make increasingly aggressive moves to gain positions quickly before the next caution.
Yaczik held onto the lead, securing his victory under yellow flag conditions. The battle for second place heated up towards the end, with Salek fending off Ryan Zima for the position, which he managed to do thanks to another late-race caution.
As the championship chase continues, Michael Chrobok is the current points leader, boasting a 194-point lead over Yaczik. The next thrilling round is set for October 24th at Watkins Glen International, featuring the NASCAR Gen 4 stock cars. Don’t miss the live action at 8:50 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network.
BRL OUTLAWS S33 R3 Recap
13 October 2023
Bootleg Racing League | Season 33 | Round 3
Outlaw Modified Series | Southern National Speedway
In a thrilling night at Southern National Speedway, Aiden Young of Gambler Motorsports secured a well-earned victory in the Bootleg Racing League Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series. The race was filled with twists, turns, and a fair share of drama, making it a memorable evening for racing fans.
The race began with Lowell Jewell leading the pack from the pole position, while Aiden Young started from the 13th spot. Jewell enjoyed a strong start, leading the first 37 laps of the race, even surviving a couple of early restarts. However, his grasp on the lead was short-lived as Todd Liston managed to overtake him.
Liston’s opportunity came when Jewell encountered a slight hiccup, resulting in a loose moment that allowed Liston to pounce and secure the lead. The transition into the second half of the race marked a notable increase in on-track aggression, with multiple cautions and several short green flag runs.
Meanwhile, Aiden Young had been silently but persistently making his way to the front of the pack. His journey was guided by a combination of well-executed maneuvers and a bit of good fortune, avoiding potential incidents that claimed many other fast drivers during the night, including the points leader, James Tiernan.
As the laps dwindled down, Jeffrey Hardin joined the contest for the lead, and after a few laps of spirited back-and-forth action, he took control. Yet, his time in the lead was brief, as Liston swiftly reclaimed the top spot following another restart, with Young right on his heels, moving past Hardin into second place.
The real battle for the lead occurred on lap 79, as Young began to mount a charge on the outside of Liston. However, a caution interrupted their duel, allowing Liston to hold onto the lead. It wasn’t until lap 93 that Aiden Young managed to make another move, getting under Liston to seize the lead for good.
From there, Young maintained his composure and fended off Liston, ultimately clinching his first victory of the season. With this win, Young is now tied for the points lead with Tiernan as the series heads into the next round at Concord Speedway, scheduled for October 20th. Catch all the action live at 8:55 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network.
PGRL S6 W6 Recap
10 October 2023
Pretty Good Racing League | Season 6 | Week 6
Premier Series | Texas Motor Speedway
Texas Motor Speedway hosted a spectacular doubleheader of racing as the Pretty Good Racing League unleashed the NASCAR Gen 4 stock cars for two 70-lap races in the much-anticipated MARSS Properties Texas Two-Step. The action was fast and fierce on the Lone Star State’s high-speed oval.
In the first race, it was Jeff Ward who had the honor of starting on the pole. Ward, however, quickly found himself under intense pressure from Saif Faries right from the green flag, with a hungry pack of racers nipping at their heels. As the race got underway, it seemed that Ward might be biding his time, allowing several competitors to slip by on the second lap, setting the stage for a captivating battle for the lead between Hardin and Faries.
The early excitement was soon tempered by an incident involving Drew White and Brian Yaczik, triggering the first caution just six laps into the race. After the restart, Ricky Hardin seized command, while Mike Rasimas, Jeff Ward, and Colton Salek held their ground, creating a gripping lead group. As the laps counted down, drivers began their pit stops for fresh tires and fuel, adopting a conservative two-stop strategy.
Through the pit cycle, Ryan Zima emerged as the man to beat. However, Zima’s strategy became evident to all as he opted for a daring one-stop approach, attempting to stretch his fuel farther than his competitors. Zima stayed out 15 laps longer than most of the field before pitting on lap 42, positioning himself to contend for the win.
In the final moments of the race, Colton Salek did his utmost to chase down Zima, but he couldn’t bridge the gap in time. Ryan Zima displayed strategic brilliance, securing his second victory of the season. With the field inverted for the second race, it was an entirely different challenge, one that rewarded Jeff Ward as he clinched victory.
For the second race, the field was inverted, with Isaiah Dupre securing pole position. Surprisingly, this race played out differently from the usual, featuring notably less aggression and fewer cautions. Jeff Ward seized the lead about 30 laps into the run and expertly kept his rivals at bay, even amidst green flag pit stops. The race concluded with Jeff Ward raising the checkered flag.
The current points leader, Johnathon Caddell, continues his reign, now with a 35-point lead over Michael Chrobok. Week 7 of the Pretty Good Racing League will unfold at Bristol Motor Speedway on October 17th. Tune in at 8:50 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network, for more high-speed action on the track.
BRL OUTLAWS S33 R2 Recap
06 October 2023
Bootleg Racing League | Season 33 | Round 2
Outlaw Modified Series | Hickory Motor Speedway
Hickory Motor Speedway played host to yet another thrilling installment of the Bootleg Racing League Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series, and it was James Tiernan with Elbows Up Simsport who emerged victorious, showcasing his formidable skills.
The evening’s racing action kicked off with Bobby Hayes leading the pack from the coveted pole position. However, Tiernan, starting from the ninth position, wasted no time making his presence felt on the track.
As the race got underway, it was Joe Segalla who seized the initiative, dethroning Hayes to claim the race lead. Yet, Segalla’s moment at the front was short-lived, as Bruce Pearson made a determined charge through the field, swiftly ascending to the lead and bringing Jeffery Hardin into the second position. Tiernan was already up to third place by this point, setting the stage for a thrilling battle.
Tiernan’s pace proved relentless as he quickly closed the gap on Pearson and executed a flawless maneuver to snatch the lead on lap 20. The dominance of Tiernan on the track was on full display, making it clear that challenging him was a daunting task.
The first caution of the night made an appearance on lap 35, reshuffling the field and inadvertently triggering a series of chaotic events that would punctuate the remainder of the race. Several drivers dialed up the aggression, leading to multiple collisions during short green flag runs towards the finish.
In the midst of this frenzied competition, Aiden Young began to make his presence felt, progressively working his way through the field from his sixth-place position. However, his charge was not without setbacks, as he ultimately lost the second position to Hardin on the final lap.
As the checkered flag waved, Tiernan stood unchallenged at the front, claiming yet another victory in his illustrious career. With this win, Tiernan now holds a slim three-point lead over Young as the series heads to Southern National Speedway for its next round on October 13th. The action will be broadcast live at 8:55 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network.
PGRL S6 W5 Recap
03 October 2023
Pretty Good Racing League | Season 6 | Week 5
Premier Series | Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Las Vegas Motor Speedway played host to the Pretty Good Racing League’s latest racing spectacle, featuring two thrilling NASCAR Craftsman Trucks races in the MARSS Properties Vacation Rentals Voyage to Vegas.
In the first race, Scott Eckrich led the charge from the pole position, eager to prove his mettle on the famous Las Vegas track. Meanwhile, Colton Salek, starting in 14th place, wasted no time making audacious moves early in the race. Salek executed his strategy brilliantly, swiftly ascending through the field and positioning himself at the front of the pack.
Eckrich valiantly battled with Mike Rasimas to retain control of the race for the first half, with neither driver willing to yield. However, the course of the race was altered when a caution flag was unfurled. The caution was prompted by a collision between Adam Jurski and Thomas George on the front stretch, sending George into a spin and a hard impact with the outside wall.
The ensuing pit stops reshuffled the standings, pushing Eckrich far back in the field. Rasimas, now in the lead, faced relentless pressure from Salek as the race resumed. Another driver to capitalize on the situation was Michael Chrobok, who promptly overtook the front-runners to seize the lead. A fierce duel ensued between Chrobok and Ricky Hardin for the top spot, allowing Salek to lurk in third, waiting for the ideal moment to strike.
The opportune moment arrived in the final laps, as Salek masterfully maneuvered to claim the lead from Chrobok. With Chrobok and Hardin locked in their intense battle for second place, Salek capitalized and surged ahead, securing his fourth victory of the season in dramatic fashion.
As the sun dipped below the horizon and the track lights illuminated the course, the stage was set for the second race of the night. Adam Jurski led the field to the green flag, launching another thrilling contest.
The second race of each evening in this season’s competition has consistently proven to be more aggressive, punctuated by frequent caution periods. Amidst the chaos, Mike Rasimas, who began the race in 30th place, quickly asserted his presence at the front of the field. In the latter part of the race, he engaged in a fierce battle for the lead with Gael Brooks and Travis McQuistion.
With the laps rapidly dwindling, Cody Dempser sought to join the lead battle, making a daring three-wide maneuver in the final laps. However, as the white flag waved, Rasimas had a firm grip on the lead, with McQuistion providing the necessary push to secure the checkered flag.
In the championship standings, Johnathon Caddell maintains his commanding lead, now sitting 76 points ahead of Chrobok. The action promises to intensify in the upcoming round at Texas Motor Speedway on October 10th, with all the excitement set to go live at 8:50 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network.
BRL OUTLAWS S33 R1 Recap
30 September 2023
Bootleg Racing League | Season 33 | Round 1
Outlaw Modified Series | New Smyrna Speedway
The Bootleg Racing League’s Outlaw Modified Invitational Series roared back to life with an electrifying season opener at New Smyrna Speedway. In a thrilling showcase of speed and skill, James Tiernan, driving for Elbows Up Simport, emerged as the triumphant victor.
The stage was set for Tiernan’s triumph right from the beginning, as he secured the coveted pole position. With the anticipation building, he led a formidable field of 21 cars to the green flag, setting the tone for an action-packed evening.
However, the race wasn’t without its fair share of challenges. Frequent caution periods punctuated the event, preventing Tiernan from establishing an insurmountable lead. This allowed several skilled competitors to mount challenges and vie for the top spot.
One such contender was Aiden Young, whose performance was nothing short of remarkable. Operating quietly but strategically, Young worked his way up through the field, ultimately ascending to the second position on Lap 46. This progression wasn’t without drama, as contact occurred between Young and Bryan Dehn, causing both drivers to briefly spin out. Fortunately for Young, he was granted his rightful position behind Tiernan as they faced the green flag for the second half of the race.
With Young relentlessly pressuring Tiernan for the lead and frequent caution periods keeping the field closely bunched, the stage was set for a captivating battle. Despite Young’s valiant efforts, Tiernan displayed a commanding level of skill and consistency, maintaining his lead with unwavering determination.
As the laps dwindled, it became increasingly evident that Tiernan’s lead was secure. He continued to outpace the competition, ultimately proving to be untouchable throughout the night. The race unfolded in a manner consistent with Tiernan’s domination in the previous season, reinforcing his status as a formidable force in the Bootleg Racing League.
The excitement and competition show no signs of slowing down as the season progresses. Racing enthusiasts won’t want to miss the next round, scheduled for October 6th at Hickory Motor Speedway. The action is set to go live at 8:55 PM ET, exclusively on the Virtual Grip Network, promising another thrilling chapter in this invigorating series.
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