4/15/2026
Crate Racin' USA
CRUSA Dirt Late Model Series Heads to Dixie
(Eastaboga, AL – April 15, 2026) – The 2026 Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts Crate Racin’ USA Dirt Late Model Series season rolls on this Saturday night with a return to one of the Southeast’s most historic venues, Dixie Speedway in Woodstock, Georgia. The “Historic Red Clay” will host America’s Leader in Racing for a $3,000-to-win feature event as the championship battle continues to take shape.
Saturday’s event marks the fourth all-time visit for the Crate Racin’ USA Dirt Late Model Series to the Swims family-owned facility, a track known for its rich history and unique red clay surface that produces exciting, side-by-side racing.
All eyes will be on Joseph Brown as he enters the weekend as the hottest driver on tour. The Pine Mountain Valley, Georgia driver is coming off back-to-back victories to open the 2026 season, including last weekend’s win at Modoc Speedway. Brown also dominated this event one year ago, leading flag-to-flag at Dixie, and will look to remain perfect as the series heads into its third round of competition.
Alabaster, Alabama’s Deisel Jones sits second in the championship standings after two strong performances to start the year. Jones has carried momentum from his Winter Shootout Series success into the regular season and continues to show consistency early in 2026.
Georgia drivers Caleb Gay and Austin Yarbrough are tied for third in the standings and will look to capitalize on home-state advantage this weekend. Both drivers have shown speed in the opening rounds and are eager to break through for their first win of the season in front of a Georgia crowd.
With a strong regional contingent expected, fans can anticipate a stout field of competitors from across the Southeast, all looking to tame the historic Dixie Speedway surface.
On track action will also include 602 Late Models, Open Wheel Modifieds, Stingers, and 602 beginners with Hot Laps set for 6:30.
Previous CRUSA Winners at Dixie Speedway:
2017 – Cory Hedgecock
2024 – Austin Horton
2025 – Joseph Brown
CRUSA Dirt Late Model Series Championship Points (Top 15):
1-Joseph Brown – 200
2-Deisel Jones – 172 (-28)
3-Caleb Gay – 168 (-32)
4-Austin Yarbrough – 168 (-32)
5-Koulten Herbert – 156 (-44)
6-Griffin Smith – 154 (-46)
7-Chase Giddens – 154 (-46)
8-Bubba Roling – 152 (-48)
9-Matt Dooley – 152 (-48)
10-Trent Ivey – 144 (-56)
11-Austin Bloodworth – 136 (-64)
12-Cody Overton – 120 (-80)
13-Jonah Bozeman – 120 (-80)
14-Joey Armistead III – 110 (-90)
15-Mark Whitener – 96 (-104)
Fans planning to attend can expect a full night of racing action, with pit and tailgate gates opening at 3 PM, grandstands opening at 5 PM, and racing set to begin at 7 PM. Practice laps are scheduled for 6:30 PM.
Ticket Information:
Grandstand Admission – $30
Students (13–17) – $15
Children (12 & under) – Free
Tailgate Admission – $35
Tailgate Students (6–10) – $15
Tailgate Children (5 & under) – Free
Pit Pass – $45
Pit Students (6–10) – $15
Pit Children (5 & under) – Free
Fans are encouraged to visit dixiespeedway.com for discounted grandstand tickets and additional event information.
Fans that can't make it to Dixie, can watch every lap live on Crate Racin' USA TV!
CRUSA Dirt Late Model Series Purse: $3,000 to-win | 1.) $3,000 2.) $1,500 3.) $1,100 4.) $900 5.) $700 6.) $625 7.) $550 8.) $525 9.) $500 10.) $450 11.) $425 12.) $400 13.) $375 14.) $350 15.) $325 16.) $300 17.) $300 18.) $300 19.) $300 20.) $300 21.) $300 22.) $300 23.) $300 24.) $300 = $14,425
For more information on the Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts Crate Racin’ USA Dirt Late Model Series, including schedules, results, and updates, visit www.crateracinusa.com or follow Crate Racin’ USA on social media.
Crate Racin’ USA extends sincere thanks to its valued partners for their continued support, including Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts, Chevrolet Performance, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, VP Racing Lubricants, Knowles Race Parts & Bodies, LLC, Competition Racing Equipment, Inc., Cruise with the Champions, Savage Chassis, Velocita by Melissa Markewitz, Bama Sheds & Pole Barns, MatMan Designs, LLC, Scorpion Race Cars, Columbus Sports Cards, WesPro JCB Atlanta, Next Racing Wheels, Top Knotch Customs, 87 Ink, and MyRacePass.
Article Credit: Cody Earley
