3/7/2025
Crate Racin' USA
CRUSA Late Model Sportsman Tour Returns to Needmore for Race 2
(Eastaboga, AL – March 7, 2025) – The highly anticipated Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts Crate Racin' USA Late Model Sportsman Tour is set to return to Needmore Speedway for the 2nd Annual Southern Heritage Classic, taking place March 27-29 in Norman Park, GA. After an action-packed season opener at All-Tech Raceway, which saw Wyatt Gainey become the ninth different winner in series history, the stage is set for another thrilling weekend of competition.
This marks the tour’s second-ever visit to Needmore Speedway and the third event hosted in the state of Georgia. Last year, Jason Garver took home the inaugural event victory at Needmore, and this year, drivers from across the Southeast will once again compete for the $4,000 winner’s purse and crucial championship points.
Track Promoter Chance Smith expressed excitement about the upcoming event, stating, “Anticipation is building, and vibes are picking up as everyone is preparing and gearing up to start the season chasing after a big payday and a great trophy.”
Additional Racing Divisions and Payouts:
In addition to the Crate Racin’ USA Late Model Sportsman feature, Needmore Speedway will host a full weekend of high-stakes racing, including:
$7,500-to-win UMP Mods/Modified Mafia Tour (Fairbury/PDC Format - $500 to-win prelims on Friday)
$5,000-to-win Limited/Spec Late Models
$5,000-to-win CRUSA Street Stocks
$4,000-to-win CRUSA 602 Series
$4,000-to-win Factory Stocks
Registration & Event Details:
Pre-Registration: Open now at MyRacePass. No payment required at this time—pre-registering will save time and money upon arrival.
Reserved Pit Parking (Optional): Available for $25 for the weekend – text 229-256-7273 to reserve.
Camping: Dry camping spots available for $40 for the weekend – call or text Chance Smith at 229-256-7273 for reservations.
For additional information, visit Needmore Speedway’s Facebook page or their official website at raceneedmorespeedway.com.
Current Crate Racin' USA Late Model Sportsman Tour Standings:
1-Wyatt Gainey – Ft. White, FL | 100 pts
2-Brayden Johnson – Moultrie, GA | 96 pts
3-Caleb Ashby – Cunningham, TN | 94 pts
4-Brennen Shirley – Rainbow City, AL | 92 pts
5-Koulten Herbert – Locust Grove, GA | 90 pts
6-Brian Scott – Lake City, FL | 88 pts
7-Mario Gresham – Rome, GA | 86 pts
8-Brody Smith – Dade City, FL | 84 pts
9-Dylan Dunn – Beverly Hills, FL | 82 pts
10-Nick Kirkus – Yulee, FL | 80 pts
2025 CRUSA Late Model Sportsman Tour Schedule:
March 1 – All-Tech Raceway, Lake City, FL – Winner: Wyatt Gainey
March 28-29 – Needmore Speedway, Norman Park, GA – $4,000 to-win
May 24-25 – Magnolia Motor Speedway, Columbus, MS – $4,000 to-win
May 31 – Senoia Raceway, Senoia, GA – TBA
June 13 – Moulton Speedway, Moulton, AL – $2,000 to-win
June 14 – Talladega Short Track, Eastaboga, AL – $2,000 to-win
July 5 – Pine Ridge Speedway, Guntown, MS – $3,000 to-win
August 15 – Penton Raceway, Penton, AL – $1,500 to-win
August 16 – Senoia Raceway, Senoia, GA – $2,000 to-win
November 21-22 – Needmore Speedway, Norman Park, GA – $2,500 to-win
November 28-29 – Swainsboro Raceway, Swainsboro, GA – $5,000 to-win
For more details and the latest updates on the Crate Racin’ USA Late Model Sportsman Tour, visit crateracinusa.com.
Special Thanks to Our Valued Partners:
Rogers Dabbs Performance Parts, Chevrolet Performance, Hoosier Racing Tires, VP Racing Fuels, VP Racing Lubricants, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Competition Racing Equipment, Cruise with the Champions, Savage Chassis, Velocita by Melissa Markewitz, Bama Sheds & Pole Barns, MatMan Designs, O'Reilly Auto Parts, JCB WesPro, and MyRacePass.
Article Credit: Cody Earley
