The entire Pittsburgh Raceway Park community sends deepest and most sincere condolences to Rich Penn and his family. Rich's mom passed away this morning. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Here are the arrangements:
MARIE J. PENN (SERVATIUS) FEDER
FEDER MARIE J. (SERVATIUS) PENN
Marie Feder, 85, died on Fri., Mar. 5, 2010. Marie loved being "Gramma". She is survived by children: Eileen (Jim) O'Brien, Janet (Dan) Bagwell, Susan (Nick) Thomas, David (Denise) Penn, Robert (Judy) Penn, & Richard (Carrie) Penn; Eleven (11) Grandchildren; Nine (9) Great Grandchildren;
Sister: Jean O'Donnell; & Sister in Laws: Mary Lou Schultz & Agnes Penn. She was preceded in death by: her parents, Gustave & Mary (Mariner) Servatius; husband, Norbert Penn; & brother. Visitation will be on Sun., Mar. 7, 2010 from 6 - 8 PM & Mon., Mar. 8, 2010 from 2 - 4 & 6 - 8PM at the HERBERT R. KING, JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle, Allison Park, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tues., Mar. 9, 2010, 9:30 am at St.Catherine Of Sweden Roman Catholic Church, 2554 Wildwood Road in Wildwood, PA. To offer online condolences or get directions, visit us at: www.kingfuneralhome.com
Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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The good news... Matt and Tabitha Wyribal welcomed Connor Matthew into the world yesterday, 7lbs, 9oz. Mother and son are doing fine. Best wishes for much health and happiness to the Wribal family.
2010-02-23 RACERS BANQUET 2/27/10
Tomorrow, February 27, we will be at our Awards Banquet at Stratigos, Rt 30, Irwin.
2010-02-22 2010 Pit Spots
If you had a reserved Pit Spot for the 2009 Season that you would like to renew for the 2010 season, please mail your check to:
Pittsburgh Raceway Park
538 Stone Jug Road
New Alexandria, PA 15670
The prices for 2010 will be the same as last year. Also, please put your pit spot number in the memo, so we know which spot is yours.
The DEADLINE to renew your spot for 2010 will be March 19. All unpaid spots will become available on a first come, first serve basis after March 19.
2010-02-17 RaceTrack Current conditions.. Snow Snow Snow
Are you ready for Racing
2009-12-30 Practice Tree Race February 20!
The third annual Steel City Practice Tree shootout is scheduled for Saturday, February 20, at the New Alexandria Fireman's Club on Route 22, just west of the track. Pittsburgh Raceway Park is happy to continue to support the race that AJ Casini, Mark Romeo, and Chuck Turocy put on for the PRP family. It's a great way to gather together before the season starts and have a lot of fun! Please click the link for all the details!
Any questions can be directed to Chuck Turocy at brotherhoodracing@yahoo.com
2009-12-29 PRP will be at the World of Wheels January 22-24!
Pittsburgh Raceway Park was the presenting sponsor of Drag City USA at the World of Wheels car show this past weekend at the Convention Center in Pittsburgh! A message from track manager Greg Miller:
I would like to start out saying that the World of Wheels custom car show was a huge success this past weekend. There was a tremendous amount of work that was put into this weekend to make it a great one. I would like to personally thank each and every one of the following for all of their help and support:
Sean Ulanawitz & Bob Lawson for all the help and organization of putting the show on and having PRP be a big part of it.
Now as for my crew of help, whether it was in the booth or setting up the display and cars:
Mike Tedesco
Bob Tedesco
Carmen Tedesco
Josh Wirt
Kelsey Cosalter
Chuck Turocy
Scotty Campbell
Donny Ickes
Larry DePretis
Bill Turk
Barry Barnett
Doug Solocher
Jordan Haase
Amy Ladish
Summer Gonder
I would also like to thank Jimmy Senkewitz & Bill Truby for all the hard work and set up of the PID section and a SPECIAL THANKS to Bob George and BGR for the huge support in cars and all other participants for bringing their rides to the show to display:
Aj Casini
Jordan Haase
Barnhart Family
Ken Rhine
Beth Boyd
Mathew McDade
Bill Ferrari
Michael Barnyk
Bill Prest
Nick Galderisi
Bill Tovlin
Ralph Lucas
Bob George
Rich Penn
Bob Liberatore
Ron McClellan
Chas Augustine
Scotty Campbell
Curt George
Steve Fulwylie
Darrell Franks
Steve Reasbeck
Dave Ross
Tom & Barb Barnhill
Don Martik
Tom Terek
Frank Citallinor
Alongg with others:
Gino Fagnilli
Jeff Lutz
Jeff McDade
Mike Palman
Jim Lydon
Dave Ulisky
Joe Mizia
Steve "House of Toys"
Steve Hughes
Congratulations to Michael Barnyk for winning the "Rising Star" award!
Again - Thanks to all of you - it couldn’t have been done without any of you.
Greg Miller
Bill Truby's pics from the car show are now up! Go to the multimedia tab on the menu on the left, and choose "Photos"
Steelers DB DeShea Townsend with Carmen Tedesco and Chuck Turocy
Bob George's '68 hemi Super Stock Dart
2009-12-21 Motorcycle racer Bill Dornin in physical rehab
** UPDATED 1/19/2009**
Bill has been in the care facility for two and a half months now, and his condition is updated below. His spirits are good, but, as you can imagine, he would like to be home. Please, if you can, take a moment to give Bill a call or visit, or drop him a card.
Motorcycle racer Bill Dornin, long time supporter of KR/PRP as an engine builder, tuner, and racer, was injured during the Bike Bash event, going down at the finish line at about 130mph. He has a list of injuries to recover and rehabilitate from:
Hairline fracture of the left heel leaving him immobile (he is now allowed to put weight on it, but the ankle joint is very stiff, and he is working through the pain walking causes)
Left forearm fractured
Left hand severely broken (9 pins, 1 to be removed soon - ongoing therapy for finger motion and hand strength. His hand is still tender with little strength, but is able to use the walker in therapy)
Multiple left and right fractured ribs
Left elbow - severe road-rash to the bone
Knees - road-rash
Bill is being cared for at:
Mountainview Specialty Care Center
Bill Dornin - Room 215D
227 Sand Hill Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
724-537-7360 extension 237 (nurses station)
Please keep Bill in your thoughts and prayers, and drop a card or letter to the address above to wish him a full recovery.
2009-12-08 Assorted notes of interest
* The 2009 banquet will be held on Saturday, February 27, at Stratigos, off of Route 30 near Irwin, the same place as the last 2 years. Ticket information and remaining details will be announced in the beginning of January, with the tickets on sale directly after the annoucement.
* Pictures are on their way, courtesy of Bill Truby! He will be uploading his shots to the Photos page, which can be found on the Multimedia block at the bottom of the menu on the left side of the main page. There are several days out there now, including the Ghosts, Goblins, and Gearheads weekend and Bill will add more as his time permits. Thank you, Bill, for all of the great shots! Thank you, Victor, for fixing the page!
* Have you noticed the pictures of the featured racers when you visit the PRP home page? You can get in the mix by completing a profile. Click on "Register Here" underneath the featured racers pictures, fill in your information, and go through the validation process.
* We are working with the webmaster, Victor, on the newsletter database of addresses. At this point, please register for the newsletter only if you never have before. Once we are set on the database, we will announce a date for a test newsletter to be sent out. If you do not receive that test, then please register. Thank you for your patience.
2009-12-07 LOCAL MAN REACHES THE TOP OF THE RACING SUMMIT
Some people don’t understand drag racing or care about it very much, but that’s not the case for Irwin, Pa’s Bill Nuzzo. For him, drag racing is a life-long passion. William Frank Nuzzo was born on Sept. 30, 1955 in Pittsburgh, Pa. to Vincent and Mary Grace Nuzzo. Nuzzo, who’s now a professional in the drag racing world, had an eye for cars at a young age. “I had to walk to school every day for all my school years, and everywhere else,” said Nuzzo. “I would get to school soaked from the rain while people were getting dropped off. It made my desire for a car even stronger.”
Even at the young age of 11, Nuzzo was so fascinated with cars that every day on the way home from school he would sit in an abandoned one and pretend to be racing down the strip.“I liked cars, I liked fast cars,” said Nuzzo. He got involved in racing by going “to the track to watch them. I went to the high school library to read about them. We couldn’t afford magazines.” As soon as Nuzzo turned 16 he purchased his first street car, a 1971 Corral Orange Ford Pinto, for roughly $2,000. Soon after that he became a mechanic and worked for Sears and Roebuck and then later for Ted McWilliams.“We never had a car so I enjoyed working on them,” said Nuzzo.
Nuzzo, who’s currently a Snap-On Tool dealer, began his racing career in 1972 with a blue 1966 Ford Mustang that he bought for $500.
1974
He joined the IHRA, the International Hot Rod Association, and began racing competitively on the quarter-mile and eighth-mile drag-strips all over the East coast.
“It’s fun when you’re driving there,” said Nuzzo. “There’s a lot of energy on the way to the track. The drive back isn’t good unless you win though.”
1978
After a few years he moved on to a Blue 1967 Mustang that he only raced locally, due to his concentration on his soon-to-be wife Patricia Ann Kimble.
After settling down with Patricia, Nuzzo was able to maintain a balance between personal life and drag racing, as he took “Patty” with him to every race.
“We were young,” Patricia Nuzzo said. “I enjoyed traveling with Bill. It was always a fun and exciting time at the drag strip.”
Nuzzo and his wife have two kids, Patrick, 18, and Delaney, 16, who both have gone racing with their father since they were young.
It was in 1999 at the Holley Nationals in Kentucky when Nuzzo got his big break. An ESPN 2 reporter approached his “unique” car and talked to Nuzzo about it.
A few weeks later, the Bret Kepner and Bill Nuzzo interview aired on ESPN 2 across the nation. It was a big moment in Nuzzo’s life, as he went from the shadows to the spotlight.
Nuzzo currently races a stick-shift ’76 Mustang that he and his father built in 1979. Vincent Nuzzo was a staple in Bill’s life, as he went to every race with his son for over 20 years.
Unfortunately, Vincent passed away in December of 2004, causing Nuzzo to question if he wanted to race again.
2009
After making the difficult decision to continue on with racing, Nuzzo had his car repainted and had a monstrous 656 horsepower engine put in over that winter.
That year he fared pretty well in competition and received a “Best Appearing Car” award in Milan, Michigan.
Nuzzo’s son, Patrick, was appointed crew chief during that 2005 season, and made a huge difference for his father. After making his way through a 40 car field, in 2008, Nuzzo won his first ever IHRA race at Pittsburgh Raceway Park in New Alexandria, Pa.
Nuzzo embraced his son when they met at the winner’s circle. Tears rolled down their cheeks as they hugged in front of the crowd and said “We did it.”
“That was the greatest…the biggest thrill of my life,” said Nuzzo. “I felt satisfied, everything. It was the biggest accomplishment of my life. I just wish that my dad was here to see it, but I know he’s up there watching. “
Nuzzo continued his momentum as he made it to several semi-finals and one more final round that year. He was crowned the IHRA Division 1 Super Rod Champion that October in Cincinnati.
“That was great too,” said Nuzzo. “I’ve never experienced anything like it. It felt good to be on top. I felt that it was an even greater victory because I use a stick shift car. It made the victory even better because of the challenges I faced with the stick shift, versus the automatic. “
Nuzzo had waited 36 years for this moment, and nothing could’ve made it better than celebrating with his son.
2008
“Most people can drive an automatic car, not everyone can drive a stick. It is one of the greatest things I’ve ever worked for and accomplished. I could never have done it without my son though. He’s always there for me, and in the end he’s the one who crunches the numbers.”
Overall, Nuzzo learned more than just racing was fun and gave him something to do. It taught him how to lose and still be happy in the end.
“It takes courage to get into a race car and go 150 mph when you know that you could be seconds away from death,” said Edinboro University student Tim DiPaolo. “That’s why I have a tremendous amount of respect for what Bill Nuzzo does. He is my hero.”
Nuzzo followed his championship with another final round appearance in the 2009 season. However, that was the bright spot as his season was cut short due to his wife being diagnosed with cancer.
It is unknown whether he will continue racing in 2010, but one thing is for sure, Nuzzo has gone from a small-time drag racer to the top of the mountain, and no one, no one can take that away from him.
2009-11-25 Mark Brewer passes away
The entire Pittsburgh Raceway Park family offers their deepest and most sincere condolences to the Brewer family. Long time racer, sponsor, and friend to the PRP community Mark Brewer Sr. had a special angel girl come this morning and take him to heaven, after complications following Mark's surgery. Please keep Mark and the Brewer family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Arrangements are below. Please visit the CaringBridge page for Mark and offer your support to the Brewers. www.caringbridge.org/visit/markbrewer
You can also visit the PRP thread on DragRaceResults.com's Bracket Talk forum:
Mark E. Brewer, 49, of Greensburg, passed away Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, in UPMC Shadyside, with his family and best friend by his side, as a special little angel came and took him to heaven. Born April 29, 1960, in Greensburg, he was a son of the late Robert E. Sr. and Catherine Cecelia (Menchio) Brewer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Robert E. Brewer Jr. Mark is survived by his best buddy and loving wife of 24 years, Christine (Yusko) Brewer; four sons, Jerry Moyer, of Madison, Joey Devola and Sonya DeRienzo, of Ruffsdale, Luke Brewer, of Greensburg, and Markie Brewer, at home; a brother, Joseph Brewer and wife, Christine, of Shelocta; a sister-in-law, Suzanne Brewer, of Ligonier; best friend, Dave Dominick, of Pittsburgh; and several nieces and nephews. Mark was the heart and soul for 22 years of "THE MOTORWORKS" in Greensburg. His passion was building and listening to his motors tell a story and drag racing at Keystone Raceway, now re-named Pittsburgh Raceway Park. Mark enjoyed helping his fellow racers, who remain his extended family forever. Mark was called to heaven to build God a small block Ford race motor and to help a certain little angel, Nikki, with her pink junior dragster. Family and friends will be received from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday in the JAY A. HOFFER FUNERAL HOME, Norvelt. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. John Nosal officiating. Interment to follow in Greensburg Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mark's memory to Family House Shadyside, 5245 Center Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232, or www.beatsarcoma.com.
2009-11-25 Our deepest sympathies - Andrew Dombroski
Pittsburgh Raceway Park sends their deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and the Dragway 42 racing community on the passing of Andrew Dombroski. Sadly, Andrew passed away suddenly Wednesday, November 11. Andrew was the Modified champion from Dragway 42, raced at PRP for the bracket finals, and well known and regarded as a friend and competitor.
Randy Biddle Jr and Rick Baehr are organizing a benefit practice tree race, with proceeds going to Andrew's family. The race date is Saturday, December 5 at the Wellington Fairgrounds in Ohio. Please click the link for all the details:
BEEP BEEP BEEP News Flash hot off the desk of Greg Miller PRP Track Manager. All the voting is done and the decision in, the IHRA Division 3 Team Bracket Finals comes to Pittsburgh Raceway Park again for the 2010 season. More information on the Bracket Finals will be posted next year. This was a majority vote among all the division 3 racetracks. We would like to thank all those that voted for PRP in 2010.
2009-11-23 We need some ideas!
PRP needs your ideas and input... check out the contest page!
Below: Dale Duche left lane against the dually van
Below: Beth Romeo with husband Mark as co-pilot versus Mark Knoll
Below: Bill Turk in the Trailblazer taking on Dean Pollock's Regal
Below: Shelly Casini right lane, Josh Wirt and Frank Crawford left lane
Below: Race 2, final round
Below: Josh and Scotty
Below: Scotty and Jim
Below: Peggy and Jim
2009-11-21 Message from track manager Greg Miller
I would like to take this time and thank everyone for their support in the 2009 season. This season has been a very emotional roller coaster for many. Some are battling issues now, others have overcome their issues, and sadly, some lost the battle. Take a moment and thank God for each and every day that you get to wake up and share with your loved ones, family & friends. Nobody is promised tomorrow.
I for one am getting very excited for the upcoming season. There are a number of changes in order and a number of events tentatively on the schedule. The schedule will be released as soon as a few things get finalized and progress is made on upcoming sponsorship. I hope to make 2010 the biggest and best year ever in the history of the race track, and I hope each and every one of you is part of it. With the help of all of the racing family, this will happen. Keep an eye on the new website, as we are adding multiple updates weekly. If you have not signed up for the newsletter recently, please do so and help me make sure I have your most updated info. I will be asking on the website for everyone’s help and input over the winter – which is now a little shorter thanks to Mother Nature this month! Make sure to watch and click through the links. If you are a business owner that would like to be a part of making a great 2010 happen, please contact me at miller@pittsburghracewaypark.com as soon as possible. The more that gets done early the better for everyone.
Thank you all!
Greg
2009-11-07 Website updates
Please bear with us as we make updates to the PRP website. Site administrators changed at the same time track management did, and the focus was on the remaining races for the 2009 season, at the expense of the website. We want to make the site as enjoyable and user friendly as it possibly can be. We are hoping to finish the remaining pieces very soon, and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Thank you for your understanding,
PRP Track Management
2009-11-06 Employment opportunities
Do you have a passion for cars and bikes of all types? Pittsburgh Raceway Park is looking for dedicated, energetic employees for the 2010 season, willing to help make every race day as smooth as possible for racers, crews, and fans. While the season runs from April to October, PRP is looking to enhance their family of employees. Positions available:
2 computer operators (all events, to enter in car numbers, dial ins, etc)
Water box attendants (all events, put water down, broom out the debris, be an extra set of eyes on cars)
Staging lane/car caller attendants (all events, watch cars, in the lanes, call car numbers, dial ins, etc, to the computer operators)
All are welcome to apply, and training will be provided. Please email track manager Greg Miller at miller@pittsburghracewaypark.com. He will be accepting applications and conducting interviews in March.
2009-11-06 Test n Tune With Gamblers Race
Saturday, November 7 - Test and tune, with a gambler's race. Gates open at 11:00 AM, racing starts at 12.:00 Noon. Gambler's get 2 time trials, then go into eliminations. Test and tune $25, gambler's $35. Ganbler's payout is $600 to win, $200 runner up, $75 to the semi finalists.
Saturday, November 14 - Test and tune, with a gambler's race. Gates open at 11:00 AM, racing starts at 12.:00 Noon. Gambler's get 2 time trials, then go into eliminations. Test and tune $25, gambler's $35. Ganbler's payout is $600 to win, $200 runner up, $75 to the semi finalists.
2009-11-03 Congratulations!!!
Congratulations to the winners of the Henry Williams Memorial Vicious Cycle Bike Bash on Sunday, November 1:
Street Bike - Matt Wybiral
Drag Bike - Roy Safreed over Kevin Patterson
Bonus Money Runoff - Matt Wybiral over Roy Safreed
Thank you to all of the participants and sponsors! And thanks Henry, for smiling some sunshine down!
2009-11-01 Sunday Morning Update
UPDATE 8:45AM- Due to the cold weather and wet conditions from yesterday's weather, we will likely be facing a delay this morning. However, we will be opening for the Vicious Cycle Bike Bash, so please don't hesitate to come out to the track!
2009-10-15 CONGRATULATIONS!
Pittsburgh Raceway Park would like to send out a BIG CONGRATULATIONS to all of our winners from the Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads weekend.
Kevin Romeo was our biggest winner of the weekend, taking home both the American Race Cars Dragster from the 64 Car Shootout in the Jones Race Trailers Dragster, and the 2009 PRP Track Championship in his Dean Racing Engines and World Class Transmission sponsored Camaro. Congratulations, Kevin, on a fantastic weekend, and season at PRP! Kevin was able to beat Jason Weaver in the final.
Congratulations to Art Armstrong for winning the Dean Racing Engines Small Block Chevy engine from the Street Runoff in his Millerstown Pic-A-Part and Jones Race Trailers sponsored Duster! Art took out Rich Penn in the final of the runoff.
PRP would also like to Congratulate our class winners from Sunday's Races.
The Box Class was won by Jacob Meinert, who beat Mike Fiore in his Mike's Auto Body and B&R Speed Supply sponsored Firebird in the final.
Bruce Bowman won the No Box Class in his Bowman Performance sponsored Coronet, taking out Matt Cadamore, sponsored by Millerstown Pic-A-Part, in their final.
We squeezed in two Junior Dragster Races on Sunday, with Pistol Pete Watson winning the first, taking out Sydney Barr in the final.
The second race was won by Andrew Valentino, sponsored by Valentino Heating & Cooling, who took out Mark Miller in that final.
The TCR class was won by Michael Barnyk. Erin Reis was the runner up for TCR.
Again, a BIG CONGRATULATIONS to all of our winners, and thank you to everyone who attended the Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads.
2009-10-14 Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads Pictures
The Costume Contest was a big hit this year at Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads. Some of the costumes were cute, some were scary, and some were downright hilarious!
While some decided to dress up themselves, others decorated their trailers and even their race cars!
Once again, PRP would like to thank everyone for participating in the Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads Costume Contest, and thank Robin Savage of ShiftRight Transmissions for her hard work in organizing the prizes.
2009-10-12 Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads
Pittsburgh Raceway Park would like to thank the following businesses and organizations for their support of our Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads event, held over the weekend.
Hemphill Racing Engines
Smith Trucking
Holbrook Tool and Molding
Laurel Aggregates
Marion Docks
Pro Auto Center
Mind Science Motorsports
Fagnilli Motorsports
Mike's Auto Body
Jones Race Trailers
The Starting Line Racing Cafe
Ionadi Auto Sales
Midway Rental & Excavating
Phones Plus
E&H Automotive
Junior Dragster Parents Association
PRP would also like to thank Dean Pollock of Dean Racing Engines for his continued support, donating a sweet SBC engine for our Top-16 points drivers in the Street Class to run off for, which was won by Art Armstrong.
PRP would also like to thank American Race Cars for building the awesome dragster for the 64 Car Shootout, which was won by Kevin Romeo.
PRP would also like to thank Robin Savage of ShiftRight Transmissions for her hard work in organizing the costume contest and gathering the prizes from the following local businesses.
Schade's Automotive Center - Rte 30, North Huntingdon, PA
Webb's Service Center - Old Rte 119, Greensburg, PA
Jonathan Michael's Boutique - Rte 30, Jeannette, PA
Beer, Butts, and Bets - Latrobe, Greensburg, North Huntingdon
Jioio's Italian Restaurant - Rte 30, Irwin, PA
Rita's Italian Ice - Rte 30, Greensburg, PA
2009-10-04 Who Wants It???
Thanks to three fantastic sponsors, Mind Science Motorsports, Fagnilli Motorsports, and Phones Plus, PRP will be paying $1000 to the first N20 Outlaw car to make a pass in the 3's this Saturday, October 10 at our Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads event! Keith Bowman has been working hard on the track to give the N20 Outlaws the perfect surface from start to finish, so as long as mother nature cooperates, somebody will be taking home $1000!
Also, if we are unable to race due to the weather, we will make up the Ghosts, Goblins, & Gearheads the following weekend.
2009-09-29 Nostalgia Day a Success on 9/19
Pittsburgh Raceway Park would like to thank all involved in our Nostalgia Day for making it a huge success! The fans were in the stands, enjoying a great show!
The fans enjoyed shows from the Great Lakes Nostalgia Funny Cars...
The Southern Slingshots...
As well as the Stock/Super Stock show
The PID drivers and other Test N Tuners also put on a great show.
The fans also enjoyed the voice of former PID announcer, Jim Senkewitz.
Fans were also able to enjoy Bill Truby's awesome photo collection from PID and Old Keystone.
Pittsburgh Raceway Park looks forward to making the Nostalgia Day even bigger and better next season, so please continue to check our website for next year's schedule. Thank you once again to everyone who made the day a huge success!
2009-09-16 Junior Dragster Track Champion!
Congratulations to our Junior Dragster Track Champion, Thomas Vasbinder. Vasbinder beat out Andrew Valentino, the 13-17 year old class champion in the runoff to claim the track championship.
Andrew Valentino of Ellwood City, PA was the winner in the Junior Class on Saturday, taking his Valentino Heating & Cooling sponsored junior to the final, beating out Jacob Benish in his junior, sponsored by D&L Industrial Supply, Inc.
Tom Scott of Northern Cambria, PA won the Box class in his 1997 Racetech Dragster, beating out Rich Payton Jr of Irwin, PA in his 1969 Camaro.
Art Armstrong of Pittsburgh, PA, earned his first win of the season in his 72 Duster, sponsored by Millerstown Pic-A-Part and Jones Race Trailers.
Armstrong beat out Bill Roberts of Ligonier, PA in his 2006 Mustang GT.
2009-09-08 CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Congratulations to Heather and Scott on the birth of their daughter, Danica Sarah Prue. Danica was born on Monday, September 7, was 21 1/2 inches long and weighed 8lbs 12oz. Everyone is well and doing fine!
2009-09-08 Congratulations
Congratulations to our 2009 Pittsburgh Raceway Park class winners! Greg Miller won the Millerstown Pic-A-Part Modified class, Rich Zemrose in Top, Jesse Bone in Bike, Kevin Romeo in the Aamco of Lower Burrell Street Class, and Shawn Booher in the NAPA Trophy class. Our Junior Dragsters 13-17 Class Champion is Andrew Valentino, and the 10-12 Class Champion awaits a runoff between Breanna Bailey and Thomas Vasbinder.
The updated points have been posted. Congratulations to all of our Bracket Finals qualifiers! Let's make it three in a row for Team Pittsburgh!
2009-09-02 First Commonwealth Bank
September 12 is the next Fan Appreciation Day sponsored by
First Commonwealth Bank.
Select First Commonwealth Banks have "FAD" tickets. To get yours, just ask one of the bank's personnel. We ask that everyone bring a non-perishable food item to the banks for deposit for the Westmoreland County Food Bank. The ticket will allow the holder free entrance to PRP from 4PM and after. The ticket also has a bonus free hot dog and soft drink for kids 12 & Under. So when you pick up your ticket, make sure you have one each for your children. If you have never visited the track, here is your chance!
2009-09-01 PRP Press Release
Aug 31 2009
Pittsburgh Raceway Park has had several management changes within the operation.
Therefore, effective immediately, we have made the following changes in the chain of command:
Bob Tedescois the Director of Operations reporting to the undersigned will oversee all aspects of Pittsburgh Raceway Park which includes the Drag Racing and Motor Cross tracks and also all future expansions. Bob brings years of management and experience from the BMX Motor Cross Venue to PRP. Bob was a stout racer mixing it up with the likes of Ronnie Sox’ and Grumpy Jenkins and many others from years past.
Greg Miller reporting to Bob Tedesco, will be the new Track Manager for all Drag Racing venues. Greg will be leading the drag racing staff with a strong emphasis on customer service along with creating an exciting fun time for the Racers and Fans who attend PRP events. Greg will also be handling the marketing responsibilities and opportunities for Pittsburgh Raceway Park. Greg’s vast experience of drag racing and customer service relations along with marketing expertise makes him a great addition to the PRP team. Greg is replacing Frank Tedesco who is moving on to another venue. We want to thank Frank for his years of service and wish him the best in his future endeavors.
Josh Wirt, has been promoted to work within the Marketing and Sales department reporting to Greg Miller. Josh can be found at most race events in the Tower or in the Main office during the week.
Kelsey Cosalterreporting to Bob Tedesco is the Office Administrator. In this role Kelsey will be handling all areas of administration from the office duties to race event functions. Kelsey will be providing administrative support for both the Drag Racing and Motor Cross events.
In addition to the management changes above, the current website is being redesigned and will be online shortly. Also the New Motor Cross track is up and running and has its own website as part of the main www.pittsburghracewaypark.com
Please provide your support and cooperation to these changes as we look to an exciting time ahead for Pittsburgh Raceway Park.
Best Regards,
Mike Tedesco
Owner
Pittsburgh Raceway Park
2009-08-27 Bob George Country!
5th annual Curt George Memorial Chrysler Classic June 19-21 huge success!
Mopar enthusiasts from all over the country came to PRP the weekend of June 19-21 for the 5th annualCurt George Memorial Chrysler Classic. A large contingent of those entries were from the Bob George Racing stable, or, as one participant put it: “You’re in Bob George country now.” Racers and spectators alike were surprised at the number ofcars racingout of Bob’s shop. The Bob George Racing philosophy is to loyalty to the racers, as Bob says, “There are no customers in the BGR Camp. Those who were customers became our friends. Our friends became our family. Over 40 cars run the banner, and the number of racers we consider extended family is too large to count. Their success is our success. We have a backlog of work in the shop for restorations, recreations, and street cars. The crew at the shop is the greatest testament to Curt’s legacy.
2009-08-18 Deepest Sympathies to the Deniker family and friends
We lost a true champion today " Nikki Deniker" a precious Angel that has touched so many hearts in the short 7 years on earth. Please continue to pray for the Deniker family in this healing time.
Anyone interested in sending their thoughts and prayers can do so here.. http://drr.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/75460652/m/19410307/p/19
The owners, staff, friends and racers at PRP send their deepest sympathies to the Deniker family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
2009-08-17 Juniors At the IHRA Pro Am
CONGRATULATIONS TO Michael, Breanna and Emma, who race at Pittsburgh Raceway, and did so well at the Pittsburgh IHRA Pro Am on Saturday!!
JR. DRAGSTER MASTER Michael Barnyk, Level Green, Pa., dragster, 7.985, 80.88 def. Breanna Bailey, Scottdale, Pa., dragster, 8.743, 72.99. JR.
We’re looking forward to having the IHRA staff, the IHRA racers back here at PRP,” Facility Manager Frank Tedesco said. “As with all races at the park, we’re excited to invite everyone back for an exciting weekend with some great racing. We really put together a great weekend of racing with a double Pro-Am weekend and a Sports national rounding out the third day.” The track is willing to take a risk on the 3-race weekend to offer an opportunity to qualify for the Tournament of Champions in one race by offer the Sportsman Nationals to any racer who wants a shot. "It's going to feel like the final round of the world championships here at PRP on Sunday as the final pairs go down the track for an opportunity to go to Rockingham."
Congratulations to Emily and Chris Kravetsky on the birth of their beautiful daughter, Andrea. She was born on June 18th, 5 lbs. 13 ozs and shown here at 2 weeks of age at her first race. Proud grandpaps are Tom Hemphill (N20 Racer) and John Kravetsky (Lifestat Medic)
2009-07-15 Gambler's Race - July 15th
Wednesday, July 15
Brought to you by:
Mike's Auto Body
Jones Trailer Sales
Starting Line Racing Cafe
Ionadi Auto Sales
When you get to the gate you can either Test N Tune for $25 or get in the Gambler's Race for $35. If you choose the Gambler's Race, you will get 2 Time Trials, then go into eliminations. There will be 2 separate classes...10.99 & lower and 11.00 & up. Two separate purses... $600 to the winner / $200 to the runner-up / $75 to the semi's. This race will also be on August 19 and September 16. Gates open at 5:30 PM / Time Trials start at 6:30 PM
2009-06-30 This Week's Schedule
Friday, June 26 --- Street Light Drags
1/8 Mile Heads-up Through the Muffler Racing with a real traffic light
(Sorry, no Jrs, TCR or Race Cars)
Fastest 8 Import & Fstest 8 Domestic wll each race for a trophy and bragging rights! Gates open 5:30 PM / Racers $25
Spectators $10 / Carload $25 Saturday, June 27 ---Pro Stick Racing, New Alex's 175 Anniversary Celebration Carnival / Fan Appreciation and Fireworks!
Regular Racing --- (All Classes & Points)
Gates open 9AM Juniors & TCR TT 10AM, Big Cars & Bikes TT 1PM
Spectators $20 / Kids 11-15 $10 / Seniors $10 / Kids 10 & Under Free
Anyone with a "fan appreciation" ticket will get in free from 4PM and later. Tickets are not available at the gates, you must pick one of up a First Commonwealth Bank of one of our participating sponsors.
There will be some carnival games, inflatable slides, New Alex Historical Booth, Fireworks around 10PM. The carnival brought to you by H & R Block, Grabiak Chevrolet, Garage Doors & More, Di's Pizza, McNaughton Mill, Commercial Spring, Export Fuel, Operators Engineers and Powerhouse Performance.
[RACERS] Also, anyone who looses 1st or 2nd round can get into our 2nd chance race....box or no box.... and the winner of the box and no box will run against each other for a winner $400 prize and runner-up $100 prize. (This will be on all Regular Points Race Days)
Wednesday, July 1--- Test N Tune --- Gates open 5:30 PM ---- TnT starts at 6:30 PM
Racers $25 / Spectators $7 / Carload $20 / Kids 10 & Under Free
2009-06-27 Pro Stick Racing
On Saturday, June 27 at Pittsburgh Raceway the Pro Stick circuit is the featured show of the day. Come see 40 stick shift, high RPM, hard launching cars leave the starting line by letting the clutch out! Wheel stands are always a crowd favorite. The group includes a variety of cars including your favorite muscle cars of the sixties. The event promises to be fun for the whole family!
2009-06-27 June 27th is New Alex Day at the Races!
To help bring us this day are our sponsors: H & R Block, Grabiak Chevolet, First Commonwealth Bank, Di's Pizza, Powerhouse Performance, Garage Doors & More, McNaughton Mill, O'Brien Truck Parts, Export Fuel and Operating Engineers. Also Thanks for Fireworks by Judy, Pitt Rental and Boomerang Entertainment. Help us celebrate the 175th Anniversary of New Alexandria! Pittsburgh Raceway Park started out as an airstrip landing, then in 1967 became Keystone Raceway Park and in 2002 became the New Keystone Raceway, then in 2003 Pittsburgh Raceway Park. Starting in July, Pittsburgh Raceway Park will open a new motocross area with 3 courses. Pittsburgh Raceway is not in the New Alex borough, but still part of New Alexandria...so join us on Saturday for a fun filled day.
CLICK HERE to view the flyer for the event and/or read the info below for the week's schedule.
2009-06-20 This Weeks Schedule
Wednesday, June 17---Test N Tune --- Today's TnT has been cancelled due to the rain. There is no Thursday Make-Up TnT this week should it rain out on Wednesday.
2009-06-20 Chrysler Classic - Curt George Memorial Race Sponsors
2009-06-19 CHRYSLER CLASSIC - Fri, Sat & Sun, June 19, 20 & 21 5TH ANNUAL CURT GEORGE MEMORIAL
Gates open 8AM-5PM Friday and Saturday / 8AM to ? on Sunday
Spectator Admission: Friday $10 / Saturday $15 / Sunday $10 / Weekend $30 / 12 & Under Free
Racing Starts 12 Noon on Friday / 9AM on Saturday & Sunday
Racing Classes --- Quick 16 / Hemi SS / Max Wedge / Super Pro / Pro / Sportsman / Jr Dragster / CRT Ten 0 Shootout (Sat night only)
Also Judged Car Show, Non-Judged Car Show, Swap Meet and Vendors!
All Mopar All Weekend! See the Chrysler Classic Events web site for more details.
Pittsburgh Raceway Park - 538 Stone Jug Road New Alexandria, PA 15670 - 724.668.7600 - 724.668.2296 (fax)
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We lost a true champion today " Nikki Deniker" a precious Angel that has touched so many hearts in the short 7 years on earth. Please continue to pray for the Deniker family in this healing time.
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Congratulations to Emily and Chris Kravetsky on the birth of their beautiful daughter, Andrea. She was born on June 18th, 5 lbs. 13 ozs and shown here at 2 weeks of age at her first race. Proud grandpaps are Tom Hemphill (N20 Racer) and John Kravetsky (Lifestat Medic) 
