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January 31st, 2010
Chemung Speedrome Banquet Honors Top Drivers, Teams
by Carol Houssock

(Chemung, NY) Race teams and fans of Chemung Speedrome partied Saturday night at The Crystal House in Horseheads, NY and honored the top competitors from the 2009 racing season. While mother nature claimed her share of the races, the Speedrome did have a good season that was recapped at the uplifting banquet. Following a cocktail hour and buffet dinner, drivers in attendance claimed some handsome hardware and offered up some light-hearted moments. Attendees then enjoyed music for dancing. Track announcer Carol Houssock emceed the event.

The track’s headline division, the NASCAR Weekly Modifieds, ran 17 point races consisting of 642 feature laps. JR Kent won the most races (8), led the most laps, earned the most points from heat races during his championship run, and was presented with a special Determination Award. His father, George “the Duke” Kent was named Mechanic of the Year. 

JR Kent spoke of the importance of family, both through blood and the sport itself. He thanked his crew and others who helped the team last year. “So many people helped us this year, especially with tires,” he told the crowd. “We really couldn’t have done it without them.” Kent’s family suffered the loss of his Uncle Ron during the season, but he dedicated it all in his memory. Kent looks forward to running the ROC tour next year.

Charlie Sharpsteen ended the season 2nd in points, while Tim Gullo was 3rd. Gullo left with some additional hardware for being named a Hard .....
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