Reutimann Memorial Draws Elite UMP Modified Racers to Volusia

Reutimann Memorial Draws Elite UMP Modified Racers to Volusia

By Michael Anderson

November 23, 2024 at 06:03 AM

The 11th annual Emil & Dale Reutimann Memorial returns to Volusia Speedway Park on November 21-23, featuring the best DIRTcar UMP Modified drivers competing for a $10,000 prize and the prestigious Crystal Tractor trophy.

Dirt track sprint car racing

Dirt track sprint car racing

The three-day event honors Emil Reutimann Jr, Dale Reutimann, and Gordon Stone, who tragically lost their lives in a drunk driving accident in 1973. The program includes:

  • Thursday (Nov. 21): Practice sessions for all divisions
  • Friday (Nov. 22): Hot Lap/Qualifying and Showdown Features
  • Saturday (Nov. 23): Modified redraw, Last Chance Showdowns, and 50-lap main event

Key Drivers to Watch:

  • Ethan Dotson: 2022 winner returns in David Reutimann's Beak Built Chassis
  • Kyle Strickler: 2018 winner and 2023 DIRTcar Nationals champion seeks second trophy
  • Ashton Winger: Strong contender teaming with past winner Jeff Mathews
  • Seth Geary: 2024 Volusia track champion with five wins this season
  • Mitch Thomas: Rising 18-year-old talent with impressive DIRTcar record

Past Winners:

  • 2023: Nick Hoffman
  • 2022: Ethan Dotson
  • 2021: Nick Hoffman
  • 2020: Tyler Nicely
  • 2019: David Stremme
  • 2018: Kyle Strickler
  • 2017: Jeff Mathews
  • 2016: David Reutimann
  • 2015: David Reutimann
  • 2014: Austin Sanders

Event tickets are available at the gate or through VolusiaSpeedwayPark.com. Live streaming is available on DIRTVision.

Photo Credit: Chris Anderson

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