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Ben Shelton (msrmafia@gmail.com)
August 29, 2016

Johnny Pursley Masters Modoc for Ultimate Cash

Clover, South Carolina (08/29/16) – Johnny Pursley just keeps winning. On Saturday night he pushed his current win streak to four with a $5,000 triumph in his Pursley Grading #09 Longhorn Chassis / Clements Racing Engine Super Late Model.

“This almost seems like a dream right now,” said Pursley. “It’s hard to believe that we’ve won four events in a row, and now this weekend I head to two of my best tracks. I’ve joked with some of my friends that if we win both of these races, I might just call it a year.”

Pursley concludes by noting, “All jokes aside, I want to thank everyone, who supports my race team and has made this success possible. Without any one of them, there’s no way that I could be enjoying such a great streak right now.”

Competing with the Ultimate Super Late Model Series, Johnny Pursley made the trip to Modoc Raceway (Modoc, South Carolina) on Saturday night for the Bad Boy Off Road 50. In a field of 21 Super Late Models, Pursley timed in 3rd-quickest, which locked him into the 3rd-starting spot for the feature. Outdueling pole-starter Casey Roberts, Johnny stormed to his fourth-straight victory with Roberts, Brent Dixon, Anthony Sanders, and Hunter Peacock rounding out the Top 5. Reeling in his fourth overall win of the season, Pursley pocketed a $5,000 payday.

Full results from the event are available at www.UltimateSupers.com .

The upcoming Labor Day weekend takes Johnny back into competition with the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series as he looks to extend both his win streak and his point lead. With a 64-point advantage atop the standings, Pursley will enter a pair of $4,000-to-win events this weekend. Action opens on Saturday evening at Lancaster Super Speedway (Lancaster, South Carolina) before moving to Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, South Carolina). For more details on the events, please visit www.CarolinaClash.com .

Johnny Pursley would like to thank all of his sponsors, which include Twin Oaks Racing, Bilstein, Eagle Manufacturing, Pursley Grading, White Horse Restaurant, JP Environmental, Money Saver Heating & Air, FK Rod Ends, Longhorn Chassis, Hoosier Racing Tire South, Phil’s Starters, Farmer’s Service Center, and MSRMafia.com Marketing Services.

For more information on Johnny Pursley Racing, please visit the official team website at www.JohnnyPursleyRacing.com .

For Immediate Release
Ben Shelton (msrmafia@gmail.com)
August 29, 2016

Eric Cooley Scores First-Career MSCCS Victory

Fulton, MS (08/29/16) – After several years of trying Eric Cooley was finally able to get over the hump as he piloted his Bryson Motorsports #33b Eric Cooley Trucking/ Barry Wright/ Clements Racing Engine Super Late Model to his first-career win with the Mississippi State Championship Challenge Series (MSCCS).

“This win has been a long-time coming,” said an elated Cooley. “I feel like I’ve finished 2nd more than a hundred times with the State Series, but I’ve never been able to seal the deal until tonight. It feels so good. I can’t thank God and my crew enough!”

Cooley went on to note, “I definitely want to dedicate this win to one of my car owners, Tonya Bryson. Her mom passed away on Friday night, and my heart is aching for her, so this win goes out to Tonya and her entire family during their trying times.

With the Mississippi State Championship Challenge Series (MSCCS) rolling into town, Eric Cooley visited Magnolia Motor Speedway (Columbus, Mississippi) on Saturday night for the $2,500-to-win event. Drawing a stout field of 36 Super Late Models, Eric charged to a dash victory from the 5th-starting position early in the night. Starting on the pole for the A-Main, Cooley fell back to 3rd early in the event after choosing the low groove. Gaining momentum on a late-race restart, Eric Cooley took the lead on lap 22 and went on to lead the remainder of the event to capture his second victory of the season. Dane Dacus, Jimmy Cliburn, Dylan Ames, and Jason Hiett rounded out the Top 5.

Full results from the weekend are available at www.StateSeries.com .

This Sunday, September 4 will see Cooley returning to Magnolia Motor Speedway (Columbus, Mississippi) to compete in a Weekly Racing Series Event as he gets his car dialed in for the upcoming Cotton Pickin’ Magnolia State 100 at the facility. For more information on the event, please visit www.MagnoliaDirt.com .

Eric and everyone at Cooley Motorsports would like to thank all of their sponsors, which include 78 Towing & Recovery Inc., Cooley Transport Inc, Bryson Motorsports, Fleetco Inc., Eric Cooley Trucking, DJ Transportation, O.H. Hendricks, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, GW Performance, SEG, Hooker Harness, and MSRMafia.com Marketing Services.

Cooley Motorsports is currently looking for new sponsors and marketing partners. For more information on joining the team, please visit www.EricCooleyRacing.com .

For more information on Eric Cooley and Bryson Motorsports, please visit the official team website at www.EricCooleyRacing.com and www.BrysonMotorsports.com .

Contact: Shawn Miller
Inside Line Promotions
Shawn@InsideLinePromotions.com | (541) 510-3663

Bergman Seeking Repeat Success at AGCO Jackson Nationals This Weekend

Inside Line Promotions - SHAWNEE, Okla. (Aug. 29, 2016) - Seth Bergman is excited for this week's adventure.

Bergman will return to Jackson Motorplex in Jackson, Minn., for the AGCO Jackson Nationals with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour on Friday and Sunday.

"We had a couple of good performances last year during the AGCO Jackson Nationals," he said. "Hopefully we can repeat that success this weekend."

Bergman won the opening night of the 360ci winged sprint car portion of last season's AGCO Jackson Nationals before he placed third during the finale. This year the ASCS National Tour is involved and the payout is $10,000 to win the finale.

"There's more money on the line and more competition will be there so whomever wins will have to earn it," he said. "I feel confident in our team that we will be a contender both nights."

Bergman was scheduled to race at Superbowl Speedway in Greenville, Texas, last Saturday with the ASCS Red River Region, but the event was rained out.

SEASON STATS -

54 races, 5 wins, 18 top fives, 36 top 10s, 39 top 15s, 47 top 20s

UP NEXT -

Friday and Sunday at Jackson Motorplex in Jackson, Minn., for the AGCO Jackson Nationals with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour

MEDIA LINKS -

Website: http://www.SethBergmanRacing.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BergmanRacing

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SethBergmanRacing

APPAREL -

Bergman has men's and women's t-shirts available for sale at his race trailer during events he competes in this season.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT - Young Tools

Young Tools is a company within the oil industry that is located in Drumright, Okla.

"I'm glad to be associated with Tim and have him and everyone from Young Tools on board," Bergman said. "He's a great guy and is passionate about racing. He's a good friend of mine and it's nice to have him as part of the race team."

Bergman would also like to thank Oilfield Equipment & Manufacturing, Corridor Electric, Eagle Motorsports, Speedy Auto Service, SpeedMart, Scott Baylor Racing Engines and CSI Shocks for their continued support.

INSIDE LINE PROMOTIONS -

Inside Line Promotions specializes in affordable public relations and media management for motor sports drivers, teams, sponsors, tracks, series, events, organizations and manufacturers. ILP Founder Shawn Miller leverages professional journalism with new media technologies and social networking to improve your exposure and the return on investment for your sponsors.

To meet the media relations needs of your program by joining Team ILP, contact Shawn at 541-510-3663 or Shawn@InsideLinePromotions.com. For more information on Inside Line Promotions, visit http://www.InsideLinePromotions.com.

Contact: Shawn Miller
Inside Line Promotions
Shawn@InsideLinePromotions.com | (541) 510-3663

Big Game Motorsports and Lasoski Celebrate Knoxville Track Title by Winning

Inside Line Promotions - KNOXVILLE, Iowa (Aug. 29, 2016) - Big Game Motorsports driver Danny Lasoski capped the 2016 season at Knoxville Raceway on the right foot last Saturday.

The Muddy sponsored team had already wrapped up a second straight track championship prior to the season finale, which was a National Sprint League event.

"We want to win every race no matter what the circumstances are," Lasoski said. "There's no better way to end the season at Knoxville than by winning."

Lasoski did just that with a strong performance at the half-mile oval, where he kicked off the action by setting quick time during qualifying. He then advanced from sixth to third place in a heat race to make the feature inversion, which lined him up on the inside of the second row for the 25-lap feature.

Lasoski maneuvered into the runner-up position a few laps into the race before he used a slide job in turns three and four to take the lead on Lap 14.

"We have been better the last month and a half than we've been all summer," he said. "These cars have been so temperamental in dirty air. We've got better and better and it's showing."

Lasoski maintained the top spot for the remainder of the feature despite a late-race caution to record his 111th career victory on the night he was presented his 11th track title.

"The more seasoned we get the harder we work to stay in shape and keep up with the younger guys," he said. "The team Tod (Quiring) assembled is second to none. I'm the most proud of the team work. They keep working and keep working. Sometimes you have to pinch yourself. I was elated when I won my first one. A kid from Missouri with a population of 109 going to the mecca of racing and wins. Now we're still competing and winning. That definitely puts the icing on the cake for the Knoxville season."

The win also boosted Lasoski's lead in the National Sprint League championship standings to 128 points entering the AGCO Jackson Nationals this Saturday and Sunday at Jackson Motorplex in Jackson, Minn., where the winner will earn $25,000.

QUICK RESULTS -

Aug. 27 - Knoxville Raceway in Knoxville, Iowa - Qualifying: 1; Heat race: 3 (6); Feature: 1 (3).

SEASON STATS -

39 races, 6 wins, 21 top fives, 27 top 10s, 31 top 15s, 36 top 20s

UP NEXT -

Saturday and Sunday at Jackson Motorplex in Jackson, Minn., for the AGCO Jackson Nationals with the National Sprint League

MEDIA LINKS -

Website: http://www.BigGameTreestands.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BigGameMotorspt

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Big-Game-Treestands/251832101535076?fref=ts

MUDDY -

Muddy has always been known for its exceptionally high-end features and unwavering quality. The line has recently been expanded and revolutionized to contain even more options, including ladderstands, tripods and ground blinds as well as hang-ons and harnesses. For more information, visit http://www.GoMuddy.com.

BIG GAME TREESTANDS -

Established in 1977 in Windom, Minn., Big Game Treestands® has grown to be a leading company in the outdoor industry. Big Game Treestands® offers a Rock Solid™ line of field tested, safety certified above TMA requirements, welded steel stands & free standing elevated platforms that gives you not only a safe and extremely sturdy vantage point, but also reliable all-day comfort at a great value. Large, non-slip standing platforms, top-notch fastening systems, and our innovative pinned, sleeved ladder sections provide the Rock Solid™ stance, twist free climbing, and all around silence that Big Game Treestands® is known for. Non-glare, powder coat finish keeps our products hidden from nature's wary eye.

For over 30 years, it has been our goal and our philosophy to provide the most innovative and practical treestands and hunting accessories in the field. As tradition continues, we are Exceeding Limitations and once again providing new models that challenge Mother Nature. In 2012 Big Game extended the line into Trail Cameras known for the easy to set, great picture quality, and over all great camera. Eyecon Trail Cameras® exceeds the expectations of consumers. Big Game Treestands® and Eyecon Trail Cameras® offers undeniable quality on time-tested favorites as well as new innovations for 2016.

For more information on Big Game Treestands®, visit http://www.BigGameTreestands.com.

Contact: Shawn Miller

Inside Line Promotions

Shawn@InsideLinePromotions.com | (541) 510-3663

Mark Burch Motorsports and Lasoski Continue Top-10 Streak

Inside Line Promotions - GREENWOOD, Neb. (Aug. 29, 2016) - Mark Burch Motorsports registered its ninth top-10 finish of the season last Friday at I-80 Speedway.

Danny Lasoski piloted the team to a sixth-place result during the Carpetland Nebraska 360 Sprints event at the high-banked track to continue the streak of finishing in the top 10 during every 360ci winged sprint car race this season.

"Winning is everything to both of us, but we both understand we can't win every time," Lasoski said. "Mark works hard to give me a car capable of winning and I'm proud of the progress this team has made throughout our races together this year."

The event began with Lasoski finishing where he started - second - in a heat race. That advanced the team into the feature redraw, where Lasoski pulled the highest number - eight - to start the main event on the outside of the fourth row.

"We were running fourth and on the last restart our nose wing got knocked down so we were just hanging on," he said.

Lasoski battled for a top five throughout the feature before placing sixth.

Mark Burch Motorsports will return to action this Friday and Sunday at Jackson Motorplex in Jackson, Minn., for the AGCO Jackson Nationals with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour.

"Jackson has been one of my favorite race tracks," Lasoski said. "It's a phenomenal track to race at and with the upgrades Tod Quiring has done there it has become a great track."

Lasoski drove to a third-place result during his lone 360 start at the half-mile oval this season. He also placed fifth last year, second in 2014, ninth and fifth, respectively, in 2013 and second in 2012.

QUICK RESULTS -

Aug. 26 - I-80 Speedway in Greenwood, Neb. - Heat race: 2 (2); Feature: 6 (8).

SEASON STATS -

10 races, 0 wins, 5 top fives, 9 top 10s, 10 top 15s, 10 top 20s

UP NEXT -

Friday and Sunday at Jackson Motorplex in Jackson, Minn., for the AGCO Jackson Nationals with the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour

MEDIA LINKS -

Website: http://www.MarkBurchMotorsports.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mbmotorspt

TEAM JACK APPAREL -

Mark Burch Motorsports will have unique Team Jack Foundation t-shirts for sale at the race trailer throughout this season with 100 percent of the money received going to the Team Jack Foundation.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT - Speedway Motors

Speedway Motors is America's Oldest Speed Shop® and has been a trusted source for specialty rodding and racing products and friendly expert advice for 60 years. Founded in 1952 by "Speedy" Bill Smith - a racer and street rodder himself - Speedway Motors has grown from a one-man operation to become the world's largest manufacturer, distributor and retailer of street rod and racing products. For more information, visit http://www.SpeedwayMotors.com.

"The Smith family has been an integral part in my career," Burch said. "We are grateful for the many memories we were both able to share with 'Speedy' Bill and look forward to making more with our friends at Speedway Motors."

Mark Burch Motorsports would also like to thank Engler Machine & Tool, Inc., Wolfweld Chassis, AFCO Gas Shocks by Speedway Motors, King Racing Products, Hot Dot Inc., Weld Wheels, Speedway Motors, Speedway Shock Service, Wulff Pumps, Huggins Cams, Total Seal Piston Rings, Schoenfeld Headers, Joe Gibbs Driven Race Oil, Gessford Machine, Dyer's Top Rods, Wireless Amber Alerts, Hoosier Tire, Arrow Truck Sales, Donovan Blocks, Rod End Supply, Diamond Pistons, Saldana Racing Products, MSD Ignition, Vortex Wings, S & S Welding, Inc., Sweet Manufacturing, DMI Bulldog Rears, Red Devil Brakes, Goodridge Fluid Transfer Systems, Harris Decals, Lincoln Auto Auction and the Team Jack Foundation for their continued support.

Contact: Shawn Miller

Inside Line Promotions

Shawn@InsideLinePromotions.com | (541) 510-3663

Wheatley Returning to Sprint Car Action This Weekend With World of Outlaws

Inside Line Promotions - LAKE STEVENS, Wash. (Aug. 29, 2016) - This weekend marks almost five months since Austen Wheatley has raced his sprint car.

That streak is slated to end when he tackles a trio of World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series races in his home state. Wheatley is set to compete this Friday and Saturday at Skagit Speedway in Alger, Wash., and Monday at Grays Harbor Raceway in Elma, Wash.

"I'm pretty confident I'll pick up where I left off," he said. "We've had time off and came back strong in the past so that's the plan this weekend."

Wheatley has earned five top 20s during his career at Skagit Speedway in World of Outlaws competition, including a career-best 13th-place result last season. His previous best result was 16th in 2013 and 2011.

"I'm really excited to get to Skagit with the new surface," he said. "I haven't got to race on it since they changed it. The goal is to get two top 10s to get back at it on a strong note."

Wheatley also set a career-best World of Outlaws result at Grays Harbor Raceway last season when he placed 11th. It marked the third straight season of improvement at the 3/8-mile oval, where he finished 14th in 2014 and 24th in 2013.

"Everyone is so equal it's hard to pass," he said. "You have to be a lot better. Everyone is so consistent. If we want to get a top 10 we have to qualify well to start toward the front of the feature."

SEASON STATS -

5 races, 0 wins, 0 top fives, 0 top 10s, 2 top 15s, 2 top 20s

UP NEXT -

Friday and Saturday at Skagit Speedway in Alger, Wash., and Monday at Grays Harbor Raceway in Elma, Wash., with the World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series

MEDIA LINKS -

Website: http://www.AustenWheatley.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustenWheatley

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DownForceDesigns?fref=ts

APPAREL -

Wheatley will have t-shirts and hoodies for sale at every race he competes at this season. For his schedule of races, visit http://www.AustenWheatley.com.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT - Astro Titanium

Established in 1999, Astro Titanium manufactures quality titanium fasteners for sprint cars and midgets. Based out of Noti, Ore., owner Dave Sims has developed his business into a titanium leader on a national scale. For more information, visit http://www.AstroTitanium.com.

"Astro Titanium and Dave Sims have been with me since the beginning of my career," Wheatley said. "Anytime we have a problem, we call Dave up and he helps. He's a really personable guy and his products work great."

Wheatley would also like to thank Redlined Welding & Construction, Downforce Designs, Fire-Down Graphics, SpeedMart, Bell and King Racing Products for their continued support.