3/4/2025
Crate Racin' USA
The Baddest Crates in the State Return for 2025
(Meridian, MS – March 4, 2025) – After a highly successful inaugural season, the Mississippi Crate Late Model Series (MSCLRS) is excited to announce its highly anticipated return for 2025. Promoted by Ronnie Rogers and Charles Thrash, this premier dirt racing series will once again make its way across the Magnolia State, bringing some of the region’s best late model drivers to six different tracks in Mississippi. The series will once again be sanctioned under the Crate Racin' USA banner and will allow drivers to also compete for national championship points while chasing the 2025 championship.
The 2025 season promises to be an action-packed campaign, as drivers will compete for the prestigious MSCLRS championship and a $5,000 grand prize at the end of the season. With an exciting and diverse schedule ahead, the series is poised for even greater growth and thrilling competition.
2025 MSCLRS Schedule:
May 3 – Pine Ridge Speedway, Baldwin, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
May 17 – Whynot Speedway, Meridian, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
May 23 – Hattiesburg Speedway, Hattiesburg, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
May 24 – Jackson Speedway, Byram, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
May 31 – Greenville Speedway, Greenville, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
Aug 8 – Hattiesburg Speedway, Hattiesburg, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
Aug 9 – Jackson Speedway, Byram, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
Sept 6 – Greenville Speedway, Greenville, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
Oct 18 – Pike County Speedway, Magnolia, MS ($2,000 to-win/$200 to-start)
*Expect additional dates to be added to the schedule in the coming weeks.
In 2024, Chris McElhenney claimed the series championship and dominated the track with an impressive three wins in a row. McElhenney held off fierce competitors, including Chase Cooper and David Williamson, to secure the title. Four drivers competed in all seven events last season: Chris McElhenney, Chase Cooper, David Williamson, and Sid Scarbrough. With the 2025 season coming this spring, these top drivers and more will be eager to return to the track for another shot at the crown.
For more information about the Mississippi Crate Late Model Racing Series, including news, updates, and race results, visit their official Facebook page at MSCLRS Facebook.
For rules and additional details regarding the Crate Racin' USA Dirt Late Models (604 Late Models), please visit Crate Racin’ USA or email crateracinusa@gmail.com.
About Mississippi Crate Late Model Series
The Mississippi Crate Late Model Series is a dirt track racing series that brings together the best crate late model drivers in Mississippi. Founded by Ronnie Rogers and Charles Thrash, the series focuses on providing exciting, competitive racing with the Crate Racin' USA sanctioned rulebook. The series promotes fair competition, community engagement, and an unforgettable racing experience for fans across the Magnolia State.
Article Credit: Cody Earley
