Supermodifieds align with ASA

The Western States Supermodified Racing League has announced both a new association with the American Speed Association's racing program and a five-race national television package on the Outdoor Life Network.

With more than 60 active members and 35 different teams, the ASA/WSSRL is one of the most anticipated shows of the season at various race venues due to the unique styling of the race cars, incredible speeds and the bold nature of the drivers.

"One of my goals has been to get these drivers and the series more exposure," said WSSRL President/Owner Rick Cameron. "This is old school - bare knuckles hard racing. Extreme racing with an attitude - that's supermodifieds.

"The benefits of partnering with a national organization helps bring us a great insurance package, national recognition, exposure and increased credibility."

A deal was put together for a five-race program in conjunction with the ASA Speed Truck Challenge, another ASA Regional Racing tour. The programming was brokered by Jay Rutherford, president of the ASA Speed Truck Challenge who indicated that another major announcement may be forthcoming shortly concerning the ASA/WSSRL.

Five teams of the WSSRL are from Northern Nevada. They are: S&S Motorsports of Carson City; DNA Racing of Minden fields two cars; Whitey Janssen of Dayton and Courtney Lewis of Reno.

"The ASA Western States Supermodified Racing League is unquestionably one of the most exciting regional touring series in the country," said Dennis Huth, president of ASA Racing.

"The drivers are fanatical to do what they do and the fans just eat up every single lap and go back and tell their friends what they missed. These races are one of those things in life that you really have to see to believe, and I think that the Outdoor Life Network broadcasts will really give them a boost in popularity and exposure and let the rest of the country see what we already know is some of the best motorsports action around."

"The ASA Racing program is the fastest growing short track organization in the USA, and they offer a lot of advantages to us," Cameron said. "I also want to extend my thanks to the ASA Speed Truck racers and Jay Rutherford for including the supermodifieds into their television programs."

Fans looking for information on the ASA/WSSRL race cars, event and television schedule and other information can visit www.wssrl.com.

•Contact Rhonda Costa-Landers at rcosta-landers@nevadaappeal.com or 881-1223.