Airborne Park Speedway Champions Crowned at Annual Awards Banquet

Airborne Park Speedway Champions Crowned at Annual Awards Banquet

By Michael Anderson

December 1, 2024 at 12:35 AM

Airborne Park Speedway's Night of Champions honored the outstanding achievers of the 2024 racing season, with Mike Mahaney securing the 358 Track Championship, Donovan Lussier winning the Sportsman Champion title, Shawn Duquette claiming the Renegade Championship, and Ryan Senegal taking home Mini Stock honors.

Man and woman celebrate with trophies

Man and woman celebrate with trophies

Airborne Park Speedway sign with trophies

Airborne Park Speedway sign with trophies

Four men holding racing banner

Four men holding racing banner

Under new management by Mike and Alayne Bruno, the speedway successfully transitioned to Thursday night racing, avoiding regional conflicts and attracting top talent. The move proved successful, with over 275 people attending the awards banquet.

Racing champions celebrating victory together

Racing champions celebrating victory together

Two men holding racing trophies onstage

Two men holding racing trophies onstage

Donovan Lussier's championship victory was particularly noteworthy, coming down to an exciting final race. "We adapted quickly and put together the right setup. Once we achieved that first victory, the season just got better," Lussier reflected.

Winners display racing trophies

Winners display racing trophies

Three racers holding victory trophies

Three racers holding victory trophies

Kenny Marshall received the Dedication Award for his 50-year service as a flagger, while George and Julie Huttig were honored with the prestigious Leon Gonyo Award for their lifetime contributions to motorsports.

Champion Modified racer victory photo

Champion Modified racer victory photo

Two racers holding racing trophies

Two racers holding racing trophies

Mike Mahaney capped the evening by receiving both the 358 Modified Championship and the Sportsmanship Award, celebrating with team owners George & Julie Huttig.

Man proudly displays racing trophy

Man proudly displays racing trophy

Looking ahead to 2025, the speedway plans to add a Limited Sportsman Modifieds division, building on this year's success. Bruno noted, "The competition level exceeded expectations, with drivers from Vermont, New York, and Canada creating an excellent mix of talents."

People posing at dirt track event

People posing at dirt track event

Race winners with championship trophies

Race winners with championship trophies

Three racers celebrate with trophy

Three racers celebrate with trophy

Couple standing on stage together

Couple standing on stage together

Award winners celebrate on racing stage

Award winners celebrate on racing stage

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