11/10/2025
Crate Racin' USA
Both CRUSA Touring Series Set to Invade Needmore
(Eastaboga, AL – November 10, 2025) – The 14th Annual Early Bird 50 at Needmore Speedway in Norman Park, Georgia will host both Crate Racin’ USA Touring Series — the Dirt Late Model Series (604's) and the Late Model Sportsman Tour (602's) — headlining an action-packed weekend November 20–22. With over $85,000 in total purse money on the line across all divisions, fans and competitors alike are in for a massive three-day show at the South Georgia bullring known for its smooth, fast red clay and exciting side-by-side racing.
The Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts Crate Racin’ USA Dirt Late Model Series makes its way to Needmore Speedway for its $10,000-to-win season finale weekend, and the championship picture is as tight as ever.
Jeremy Steele of York, South Carolina continues to lead the national standings with 1,074 points. However, Joseph Brown (1024) and Matt Henderson (990) remain within striking distance, while Austin Yarbrough (978) and Koulten Herbert (966) round out the top five.
The tour’s visit to Needmore will mark another chapter in what a thrilling 2025 season has been filled with new winners, strong rookie performances, and plenty of drama from the Carolinas to the Deep South. With $10,000 and the season title up for grabs, the Early Bird 50 will serve as a fitting finale for the 21st year of CRUSA Dirt Late Model Series competition.
Current Top 10 in Points:
1-Jeremy Steele (R) – 1074
2-Joseph Brown – 1024 (-50)
3-Matt Henderson – 990 (-84)
4-Austin Yarbrough (R) – 978 (-96)
5-Koulten Herbert (R) – 966 (-108)
6-Jimmy Thomas – 962 (-112)
7-Bubba Roling – 934 (-140)
8-Jake Rainey – 932 (-142)
9-Caleb Gay (R) – 814 (-260)
10-Trent McLeod – 774 (-300)
Joining the headline division will be the Crate Racin’ USA Late Model Sportsman Tour, with $2,500 on the line for Saturday’s main event. The Sportsman championship battle remains heated as Brayden Johnson holds the top spot with 700 points, but Caleb Ashby (-38) and Chase Giddens (-42) are within reach, setting the stage for an exciting finale weekend.
Behind them, Brennen Shirley, Brodie Thompson, and Logan Bradford have all shown strong performances this season and will be looking to close out 2025 with a big win under the lights at Needmore.
Current Top 10 in Points:
1-Brayden Johnson – 700
2-Caleb Ashby – 662 (-38)
3-Chase Giddens – 658 (-42)
4-Brennen Shirley – 632 (-68)
5-Brodie Thompson – 556 (-144)
6-Logan Bradford – 360 (-340)
7-Mario Gresham – 280 (-420)
8-Koulten Herbert – 220 (-480)
9-Bryson Mitchell – 192 (-508)
10-Austin Bloodworth – 192 (-508)
In addition to the two CRUSA Touring divisions, the Early Bird 50 weekend will feature a full card of grassroots divisions — all running for impressive payouts:
$10,000 to win – CRUSA Dirt Late Model Series
$2,500 to win – CRUSA Late Model Sportsman Tour
$5,000 to win – SCDRA/FWDs
$2,000 to win – CRUSA Street Stocks
$2,000 to win – Factory Stocks
$2,000 to win – Super Streets
$1,000 to win – Crown Vics
Weekend Schedule
Thursday, November 20 – Open Practice
Pits open at 4 PM | Practice 7–10 PM
Friday, November 21 – Qualifying & Heats
Pits open at 2 PM | Grandstands open at 6 PM
Drivers Meeting 6:30 PM | Hot Laps 7 PM
Saturday, November 22 – B-Mains & Features
Pits open at 12 PM | Church Service at 1 PM (under Tech Shed – open to all)
Grandstands open at 3 PM | Racing starts at 6 PM
Gate Prices & Entry Fees
Thursday:
Pits: Adults $25 (or $100 for 3-day pass), Kids 7–12 $5 (or $20 for weekend), 6 & under FREE
Friday:
Grandstands: $15 Adults | 12 & under FREE
Pits: Adults $40 (or $85 for 2-day), Kids 7–12 $10 (or $15 for 2-day), 6 & under FREE
Saturday:
Grandstands: $20 Adults | 12 & under FREE
Pits: Adults $45 | Kids 7–12 $10 | 6 & under FREE
Entry Fees (include transponder):
604 Late Models – Handled by CRUSA
SCDRA – Series handled
602 Late Model Sportsman – $100
Super Street – $75
Factory Stock – $75
Street Stock – $75
Crown Vic – $30
Additional Info:
ATV Passes (Weekend Only): $30 (Thurs) | $25 (Fri) | $15 (Sat)
Fence Parking: $30 (Fri) | $40 (Sat) + Grandstand Ticket
Needmore Speedway will also host a special Church Service under the Tech Shed at 1 PM on Saturday. The service is open to all fans, drivers, and crews, offering a moment of community and fellowship before a full night of racing action.
Special Thanks to Our Partners: Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts • Chevrolet Performance • Hoosier Racing Tire • VP Racing Fuels & Lubricants • Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, LLC • Competition Racing Equipment, Inc. • Cruise with the Champions • Savage Chassis • Velocita by Melissa Markewitz • Bama Sheds & Pole Barns • MatMan Designs, LLC • WesPro JCB Atlanta • Scorpion Race Cars • Columbus Sports Cards • MyRacePass
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Article Credit: Cody Earley
