Reutimann Memorial Draws Elite UMP Modified Racers to Volusia
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
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