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WAYCROSS, GA (September 4, 2014) -The ASi Crown Jewel Cup -Presented by DirtonDirt.com is a nine race mini-series within the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series that awards points to drivers at these crown jewel events on the series schedule. The driver that earns the most points in these nine special events will be awarded a $10,000 cash bonus at the series year-end awards banquet. Second and third place in the final Crown Jewel Cup point standings will also receive a cash award at the series year-end awards banquet. With three ASi Crown Jewel Cup events remaining on the series schedule Jimmy Owens of Newport, TN holds a slim 20 point lead over Don O'Neal in the chase for the $10,000 bonus. Scott Bloomquist sits third with Steve Francis and Eddie Carrier Jr. rounding out the top five.
ASi Racewear, the "Official" merchandise provider for the LOLMDS along with marketing partner DirtonDirt.com has partnered to put up the additional cash awards for this program. Gene Ullman of ASi and Michael Rigsby of DirtonDirt.com have increased the excitement among the racers at these crown jewel events by providing additional cash incentives tied to these big events. "Were thrilled to be a part of this special program to recognize the drivers that perform well in the big events. We enjoy being associated with the Lucas Oil Company, the drivers, track promoters, sponsors, the series staff and all the great fans that follow the series all across the country. It's also a great honor to have Michael and DirtonDirt on board with this program. DirtonDirt really does an outstanding job covering the LOLMDS and this program", stated Gene Ullman, President, ASi Racewear.
To view the current Crown Jewel Cup point standings visit http://www.lucasdirt.com/point-standings/dirtondirt-com-crown-jewel-cup/. For more information about the companies sponsoring this bonus program, visit their respective websites at www.asiwear.com and www.dirtondirt.com.
Jimmy Owens, the three-time defending series champion currently leads the championship point's standings in a tight battle with Don O'Neal with only 25 points separating the two drivers with just five events remaining this year. Owens leads the series with eight (8) wins on the season while O'Neal has seven (7) wins this year. Owens is attempting to become the second driver to win the series title four years in a row. Earl Pearson Jr., of Jacksonville, FL won the series title in 2005,06',07'and 2008.
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About Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Founded in 2005, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is the nations' premier dirt late model sanctioning organization. In 2014 the LOLMDS will sanctions 47 events in 19 states. The series is owned by the parent company Lucas Oil Products Inc. and receives national exposure through a TV package filmed, produced and edited by Lucas Oil Production Studios. LOLMDS events will be broadcasted on four TV Networks in 2014 including CBS, NBC Sports, CBS Sports Network and MAVTV American Real Network. For more information about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit the official website at www.Lucasdirt.com.
About MAVTV American Real Network
MAVTV was founded in 2002 by four former Showtime Networks executives and was originally geared towards a male dominated audience. In 2011, Lucas Oil Products, an automotive lubricant manufacturer with a history in television production, purchased MAVTV. Lucas Oil was eager to employ the same growth strategies to transform MAVTV into a premier cable network that it employed to grow the lubricants business. MAVTV aims to become a broader scoped network, geared towards the modern American family. Lucas Oil is investing in programming, an updated on-air look, and increased production quality, all to add more value to the viewer experience. MAVTV is an acronym that stands for Movies, Action and Variety. MAVTV brings you plenty of never-before-seen high definition exclusives, including Comedy, Movies, Action Sports, Adventure and More, all in fantastic HD detail. MAVTV is no ordinary television network. It's a 24/7, high-definition entertainment extravaganza, featuring everything from blockbuster films, high octane motorsports, MMA fighting, gaming, gut busting comedy, original reality shows and scripted dramas. Learn more about MAVTV American Real go to www.mavtv.com.
About Protect The Harvest
The animal rights movement in America, led by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), has evolved into a wealthy and successful attack group determined to end the consumption of meat, threaten consumer access to affordable food, eliminate hunting, outlaw rodeos and circuses, and even ban animal ownership (including pets) altogether.Protect The Harvest was created to fight back and defend American families, farmers, sportsmen and animal owners from the growing threat posed by the radical animal rights movement. We believe Americans deserve the truth. These radical groups are intent on restricting the abilities of our food producers who already face the significant challenge of feeding a growing world population. It's our mission to ensure that American farmers are able to meet that challenge so that consumers at home and abroad have access to safe, affordable and healthy food. To learn more go to www.ProtectTheHarvest.com.
About Lucas Oil Products
Founded in 1989 by Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, Lucas Oil Products, Inc. has established itself as one of the fastest-growing lubrication product lines in the consumer automotive aftermarket, featuring a line of engine oils, greases, gear lubes, problem-solving additives, and car-care products. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil has established itself as a worldwide leader in the lubrication industry. Motorsports has always been part of the Lucas Oil culture and the cornerstone of the company's marketing strategy. Such passion for motorsports has inspired Lucas Oil to sponsor many race teams, events and series at all levels, including, NHRA, IRL, ASCS, NASCAR, IHRA and many more. Lucas Oil has also taken ownership and operational control of a number of high profile racing properties, such as: Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, Lucas Oil Drag Boat Series, Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, Lucas Oil Modified Series, Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO. and the Lucas Oil I-10 Speedway in Blythe, CA.
In 2007 Lucas Oil founded its own production house, Lucas Oil Production Studios, dedicated to producing high action motorsports television. Currently Lucas Oil Production Studios produces over 300 hours of original programming for networks such as CBS, CBS Sports, NBC Sports and MAVTV. More information about Lucas Oil Products, Inc. visit the company website at www.lucasoil.com. |
