PA Sprint Series Podcast

On our final episode of the season Frank and Rod mange to put together an episode after 2 hectic weeks. Stephanie wasn't on the show but she and Doug managed to help out when we needed to get our guest on the podcast using the phone. On our final episode we talk to co-founder and longtime director of the series Tom Worrick Sr. Tom has been instrumental in the series success and established the environment of respect and fun that defines the series, We summarize an awesome day at the Keystone RaceSaver Challenge and final weeks of 2020. It's patched together but you don't want to miss our final episode of the season!

Heading into our final weekend of the season and our biggest race, The Keystone RaceSaver Challenge we talk to Steve O'Neal about what makes Port Royal a fun place;  including a great staff of individuals that have made 2020 a great season for Port Royal. Steve tells us about declaring "fan appreciation night" for this week and we learn who the heck is "Beaner"? Our very first guest Doug Dodson is no longer a podcast guinea pig as Doug capped a terrific season with a pair of wins Friday at BAPs.  Doug talks about how this epic accomplishment was partially thanks to help from the friend and competitor he passed with just one lap to go. We'll also find out why he's hoping to give a big ole smooch to our announcer this Saturday! As usual we start off our show with a much healthier Frank Buhrman who opens this action-packed version of the podcast with his RaceSaver roundup. Thanks for tuning in.

John Walp has been a top competitor with PASS since 2016 and continues to improve as he seeks yet another track championship.  We talk to John about his racing roots and his favorite tracks as well as his 2020 season and his plans for 2021.  We discuss where Wapwallopen is and maybe even learn to pronounce it! Frank is back! He has the national round-up and we discuss recent events with PASS and our race this week as well as what's left for 2020. Thanks for tuning in

With over 230 races with the PA Sprint Series, Lady Racer Erin Statler is one of the veterans of the PASS and RaceSaver. We talk to Her about the big races coming up and why you need a chair when you go to a French Grimes Drivers meeting.  We also explain what happened to last weeks show when just as our listener count spiked Frank Buhrman fell ill and we were not able to do a show! We'll give you an update on Franks recovery and Stephanie is back to co host and properly read Franks update! Thanks for tuning in.

With 2 double headers in a row we only have time for a roundup show this week. Rod talks about how special it was to win at Williams Grove and how he didn't know that Jaremi had actually finished in every position 2 through 6 prior to his win at the grove last week. Frank has a complete rundown on RaceSaver action across the country and we look forward to some big events and winding down 2020.

This week we talk to Jason McCahan from Clinton County Speedway and while Rod is still trying to figure out how to pronounce his name Jason fills us in on the Nittany Championship Saturday and reviewing a successful season at the oval despite setbacks. We also review the past couple of weeks around PA and Frank has his national rundown including the RaceSaver(R) nationals as well as looking forward to this weekend including races for MASS and CST.

This week we talk the legendary Ryan Lynn from Hollidaysburg, PA. Ryans Brother and Father are among the founders of PASS and racing since 2000 his career spans decades as he continues to be competitive in 2020. We talk about the early days of the series before it was called PASS and some of the names that helped form PASS and many other regions that now exist. Ryan has overcome tragedy and a physical handicap to etch his name into the history of Central PA racing. Frank also  has his usual roundup from last weekend and we look forward to this week.

This week we review plenty of action with RaceSaver(R) including some good runs locally. Our guest Dustin young tells how he started a race team with no prior driving experience and how he is living the RaceSaver dream and having fun. Dustin also tells us how to get sponsors with zero experience including a contribution from "Boots" the dog!

With Frank and Stephanie on vacation Rod talks to one of the most important people at IMCA. Virginia Linsey and her staff handle all of the memberships and point standing for and unbelievable number of teams. How many? You're not going to believe your ears. We'll recap last week and get ready for another weekend of RaceSaver racing.

This week we talk to Justin Clark who thought he had an impressive 2nd place run Saturday night until the post race inspection revealed a problem. Justin joins us to face the problem head on and we all learn a valuable lesson on how a few thousandths can ruin your night. Justin shows a lot of character by joining us and we also learn how his Mother and girlfriend help out on the road. Frank his normal review of last weekend and we look forward to this weekend.