MSA - Midwest Sprintcar Association

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MSA was founded in 1996 to create a Sprint Car class using hi-performance and durable 360 cubic inch motors that would be competitive, exciting, and affordable for a driver wanting to experience the thrill of sprint car racing. The MSA has frequently filled the stands to capacity with appearances at a total of twenty plus different tracks all around Wisconsin. With the rules focusing on driver ability and car setup, the MSA has been an attractive option for drivers looking for fun racing at a reasonable cost. An excellent mix of both experienced 410 class sprint car drivers, desiring to reduce costs, and first time drivers looking to take on the thrill of competing in a sprint car have joined the MSA. Throughout all the years MSA has continued to have car support greater than any other sprint car division within the Midwest on a nightly basis. The Midwest Sprintcar Association continues to grow and is again contending to be the largest sprint car group in the Midwest.

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  Alex Pokorski records two top-five showings, leads laps heading into PDTR, MSA 360 Sprint Car finale

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) September 6, 2023 - With the end of the 2023 in sight, Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing team deposited two more top-five showings, including a runner-up showing, while leading a total of 15 laps in the final Midwest Sprint Car Association-Plymouth Dirt Track Racing 360 Sprint Car doubleheader weekend of the season Friday, Sept. 1 at the Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway in Beaver Dam, Wis. and Saturday, Sept. 2 The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. In addition, Paul Pokorski competed in both MSA events in Spyder Akright's 53A car, highlighted by a strong top-10 showing at Dodge County. Alex opened the sixth annual Harry Neitzel Tribute MSA event at the Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway on Sept. 1 by qualifying third overall in the 19-car field with a time of 19.406 seconds on the sprawling "horsepower half mile." After starting third in the second eight-lap MSA heat, Alex finished fourth before rolling off second in the 20-lap main event. The fourth year competitor outpowered polesitter Brandon Berth to lead the first six laps before Kurt Davis got past on lap 7. After a pair of back-to-back caution flags on lap 12, Brandon Berth and Brandon McMullen worked their way past Pokorski. Following two more caution flags in the closing three laps, Pokorski battled through the loss of brakes to post a fourth place finish behind third place finisher Scotty Neitzel in Lance Fassbender's car, McMullen in second and race winner Brandon Berth. "Our night at Dodge County went very well until I got to lap traffic and found out I had no brakes," Alex said. "It made it difficult to run the bottom and navigate traffic. Luckily, we got a restart, which helped space things out, and we were able to finish fourth. I think we could've had a chance to win if I had brakes." One night later during the Sheboygan County Fair, Alex qualified fourth in the 27-car field with a time of 12.963 seconds before starting and finishing third in the third 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race to earn a spot in the A main. After the passing points formula calculation and inversion draw, Alex started on the pole and led the first nine laps before Brandon McMullen used a low move to assume the top spot. Alex held on the rest of the way to earn his sixth podium, 12th top-five and 21st top-10 showing of the 2023 MSA-PDTR season. "Plymouth was a fun night," Alex said. "We got to lead some laps in the feature again and ended up second. Brandon [McMullen] was just really good. If I had moved to the bottom a little sooner, I may have led some more laps, but the 98 car was still going to be tough to beat." Paul qualified 14th in the Harry Neitzel Tribute race at the Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway on Friday, Sept. 1 in his first start at the Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway in nearly three years with a lap of 19.779 on the half mile. After starting and finishing seventh in the second eight-lap MSA heat race, Paul started the 20-lap Harry Neitzel Tribute race from the 15th position. The 31-year veteran drove a smooth and consistent race, while enduring four caution periods to advance eight spots to rack up a strong seventh place showing in a race won by Brandon Berth. "It's been a while since I did a doubleheader," Paul said. "Friday night went surprisingly well at Dodge County, after having not been there in a while. We made some changes each time we hit the track and it got better as the night went on. I felt pretty comfortable and had a good time in the feature." On Saturday, Sept. 2, the 2014 MSA Masters Series champion qualified 16th among the 27 cars on hand with a time of 13.211 seconds before starting and finishing sixth in the third 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race, to move on to the B main. After starting on the pole, Paul led all 12 laps to record his first race victory of the 2023 season in the PDTR-MSA B main. The three-time Eastern Wisconsin Stock Car Winged Super Modified champion then placed 21st in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA A main, after starting 17th. "Saturday night was a little bit more of a bumpy road at Plymouth," Paul said. "We had a really fast group of cars in our qualifying session, so we ended up about where I expected. It was the same for the heat race. The car felt pretty good in the B, so I was optimistic about the feature. I was disappointed with our lack of performance in the feature. We're still trying to figure out what we missed with regard to set up. It's hard to believe another year is almost done!" After three weekends off, Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team will be in action for the 2023 PDTR-MSA season finale as part of the Wisconsin Sprint Car Championships at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, Sept. 30. The Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Cars, Wisconsin wingLESS Sprint Cars and IRA Lightning Sprints will also be on the card for their 2023 season finales. Pit gates open at 2 p.m. with spectator gates opening at 4:30 p.m. and on-track action slated to begin at 5 p.m. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Novak's Service Center Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team would like to acknowledge the support of long-time sponsor Novak's Service Center of Manitowoc, which is celebrating its 51st year in business in 2023. Novak's Service Center is a locally owned, second-generation, family-owned, five-bay auto repair center, which has been serving customers in the Lakeshore area since 1972. Novak's Service Center offers comprehensive auto repair services, including 4 x 4 services, brakes, car and truck care, domestic cars and trucks, electrical services, electronic services, engine and transmission, engine maintenance, expired warranty care, general service, heating and cooling services, import cars and trucks, quick lube services, tires, towing, transmission and undercar services. Located at 1320 Washington St. in Manitowoc, Novak's Service Center is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To schedule an appointment, call 920-684-5737 or visit www.novaks1320.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Remaining Schedule Saturday, Sept. 30 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 23 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 12 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 21 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 23 Heat Race Victories - 4 Fast Qualifier Awards - 2 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 10 A Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 1 Top Five A Main Finishes - 1 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 4 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 6 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Austin Hartmann aims for IRA Labor Day weekend doubleheader bounce back

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) August 30, 2023 - After being involved in one of the most violent-looking accidents of the 2023 Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series season last Friday, Aug. 25 at 34 Raceway, Austin Hartmann and the members of the 87A Hartmann Racing team have worked diligently in recent days to prepare the team's backup car for the traditional IRA Labor Day weekend doubleheader at the Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway in Beaver Dam, Wis. on Friday, Sept. 1 and The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. during the Sheboygan County Fair on Saturday, Sept. 2. With 32 IRA Sprint Cars signed in for the second IRA program of the 2023 season at 34 Raceway in West Burlington, Iowa on Friday, Aug. 25, Hartmann opened the night on a strong note by recording the sixth fastest overall qualifying lap with a time of 13.183 seconds. After starting third in the second eight-lap IRA heat race, Hartmann got out of shape along the cushion and flipped into the turn two wall before his 87A car caught fire. Hartmann was uninjured in the incident. However, the accident resulted in significant damage to the 87A Hartmann Racing team's primary car and ended Hartmann's night early. The Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series was scheduled to compete with support from the Midwest Open Wheel Association (MOWA) 410 Sprint Cars at Federated Auto Parts Speedway in Pevely, Mo. on Saturday, Aug. 26. However, heavy rain forced the event to be cancelled. Hartmann and the 87A Hartmann Racing team have scrambled over the past several days to put together the team's backup car for IRA competition this weekend, while the damaged primary car has been sent to Maxim Racing for a new front clip. "I want to thank the IRA and 34 Raceway safety crew on the scene, as well as the Neuman family for the hospitality, tearing the car apart and delivering the car to Maxim for us," Hartmann said. "I also want to thank Eric Bergschultz for his hard work and devotion to the team." The weekend kicks off with the annual IRA Harry Neitzel Tribute event on Friday, Sept. 1 at the horsepower half-mile Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway in Beaver Dam, Wis. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m. with warm-ups at 6 p.m. and hot laps and qualifying to follow before opening ceremonies begin at 7:30 p.m. The Akright Auto Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Cars and A Modifieds will also be on the card. On Saturday, Sept. 2, the Plymouth, Wis.-based 87A Hartmann Racing team will return home to The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. for the annual all-Sprint Car event during the Sheboygan County Fair, featuring the Bumper to Bumper IRA 410 Sprint Cars and Akright Auto MSA 360 Sprint Cars. On-track action is slated to begin at 5 p.m. All IRA events during the 2023 season are streamed live on FloRacing. Additional information on the 87A Hartmann Racing team can be found by visiting the team's website www.team87A.com and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/87Ahartmannracing. The sponsorship partners for the 2023 87A Hartmann Racing team include Kristine Hartmann of Pleasant View Realty, Shufflebotham Tree Service, Competition Specialists, Schmidt's Landscaping, Feldmann Sales & Service, Holler n Hills, Steinpreis Trucking, KSI Supply Inc., Quasius Construction, SwitchGear Brewing LLC, TheD8Dispensary, AF Inc., Hopf Farms, RC Custom Design, Hepfner Racing Products, Berryman Racing Shocks and Maxim Chassis. The 2023 87A Hartmann Racing team consists of Hunter Annis, Eric Bergschultz, Parker Annis, Karlee Hartmann, Andrew Shufflebotham and Kristine Hartmann. 87A Hartmann Racing Sponsor Showcase - Feldmann Sales & Service Located at 1014 South Wisconsin Drive in Howards Grove, Wis., Feldmann Sales & Service has been in business since 1948. As a small, family-owned business, Feldmann Sales and Service's mission to offer the latest in parts and products at the best prices with unparalleled service, along with a full line of Polaris, Kubota, Echo Stihl, Ariens, Simplicity, Toro and Land Pride equipment, including ATVs, Ranger RZRs, tractors and chainsaws. In addition to featuring a full showroom of equipment for all seasons, Feldmann Sales & Service's team of certified technicians offers ATV maintenance, lawn equipment service and trailer service. To contact Feldmann Sales & Service, call 920-565-3939, email sales@feldmannsales.com or visit http://www.feldmannsales.com/. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Austin Hartmann - 87A Hartmann Racing 2023 Remaining IRA Schedule Friday, Sept. 1 - Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway, Beaver Dam, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 2 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. (IRA) Friday, Sept. 8 - Gondik Law Speedway, Superior, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 9 - Cedar Lake Speedway, New Richmond, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 16 - 141 Speedway, Francis Creek, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 30 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. (IRA) Austin Hartmann 87A Hartmann Racing 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 28 IRA Events - 22 World of Outlaws Events - 3 All Star Events - 4 A Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 1 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 6 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 10 Top 20 A Main Finishes - 18 Heat Race Victories - 2 Dash Appearances - 6 Dash Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Arenz shakes off early challenges, secures top-10 IRA 34 Raceway showing

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) August 23, 2023 - It was the case of same story, different track for Travis Arenz and the Travis Arenz Motorsports team, as the Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series made its second appearance of the 2023 season at 34 Raceway in West Burlington, Iowa on Friday, Aug. 25. Much as it has for the majority of the 2023 campaign, the program got off to a bit of a sluggish start with Arenz posting the 17th fastest overall qualifying time in the 31-car field with a lap of 13.544 seconds. Arenz then started on the pole of the third eight-lap IRA heat race before dropping back to finish fourth in the eight-lap event. The 2021 and 2022 Akright Auto Plymouth Dirt Track Racing and Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car champion then drew the 16th starting spot in the 30-lap main event. When the green flag dropped on the 30-lap headliner, the Sheboygan Falls, Wis. competitor turned in what he is known best for - an inspired charge to the front of the field. When the checkered flag flew, Arenz had advanced seven spots to secure a ninth place showing for his 11th top-five and 13th top 10 A-main finish of the 2023 campaign in a race won by Aaron Reutzel. "This time around at 34 was far better than last time," Arenz said. "We reviewed the set-up notes from the beginning of the season and made some adjustments to the car and had much better results. "In the heat race, I was a little too loose," he said. "I made a few adjustments and fared better come feature time. I had more confidence this time around with having more seat time and experience. I am getting a good feel for this car, and getting better at knowing what the car likes and how to fine tune it. That is allowing us to move forward each night of racing." The Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series was scheduled to compete with support from the Midwest Open Wheel Association (MOWA) 410 Sprint Cars at Federated Auto Parts Speedway in Pevely, Mo. on Saturday, Aug. 26. However, heavy rain forced the event to be cancelled. The weekend kicks off with the annual IRA Harry Neitzel Tribute event on Friday, Sept. 1 at the horsepower half-mile Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway in Beaver Dam, Wis. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m. with warm-ups at 6 p.m. and hot laps and qualifying to follow before opening ceremonies begin at 7:30 p.m. The Akright Auto Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Cars and A Modifieds will also be on the card. On Saturday, Sept. 2, the Sheboygan Falls, Wis.-based Travis Arenz Motorsports Team will return home to The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. for the annual all-Sprint Car event during the Sheboygan County Fair, featuring the Bumper to Bumper IRA 410 Sprint Cars and Akright Auto MSA 360 Sprint Cars. On-track action is slated to begin at 5 p.m. All 2023 Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series events will be streamed live on FloRacing. The 2023 Travis Arenz Motorsports sponsorship partners include Professional Plating Inc., Service One Transportation, Inc, Don and Lynn Kiel, Oostburg Concrete, Lakeshore Family Funeral Homes, Schoen's Wildlife Removal, Premier Insurance Solutions-Craig Ladwig, Pallet Works, DW Fence, Little Bears Tree Service LLC, Lake Auto Glass and Service, Myhre Construction LLC, Roth's Auto Restoration, Hair Fellers Barbershop, Fastenal of Plymouth, Jensen Sales and Service, Humphrey's Turner Hall Bar & Grill, Carbliss Hand Crafted Cocktails, Amy Bruechert Reality, Cornwell Tools-Paul Epping, Advanced Engine Concepts, Inc., Duehring's Tax Service, Everhope Show Cattle, HRP Wings and Behling Racing Equipment. The 2023 Travis Arenz Motorsports team consists of pit crew members Greg Piedot, Jerrod Gamb, Emily Stadler, Cameron Fritz, Bobby Bonelli and Trevor Hittman (public relations). Additional information on the Travis Arenz Motorsports team can be found by visiting the team's Facebook and Twitter pages. Travis Arenz Motorsports Sponsor Showcase - Jensen Sales & Service Travis Arenz Motorsports is proud to have Jensen Sales & Service on board as a sponsorship partner for the team's rookie season of competition with the Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series in 2023. Located at W7031 State Road 28 in Cascade, Wis., Jensen Sales & Service has been providing quality vehicle and auto body repair service for a legion of satisfied customers since 2010. In addition to its top-notch repair work, Jensen Sales & Service also features a wide selection of used vehicles. To contact Jensen Sales & Service, call 920-528-8780 or email jensensales@frontier.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Travis Arenz Motorsports Remaining 2023 IRA Schedule Friday, Sept. 1 - Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway, Beaver Dam, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 2 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. (IRA) Friday, Sept. 8 - Gondik Law Speedway, Superior, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 9 - Cedar Lake Speedway, New Richmond, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 16 - 141 Speedway, Francis Creek, Wis. (IRA) Saturday, Sept. 30 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. (IRA) Travis Arenz Motorsports 410 Sprint Car 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 23 IRA Events - 22 All Star Events - 3 A Main Victories - 1 Top Five A Main Finishes - 11 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 13 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 17 Top 20 A Main Finishes - 18 Heat Race Victories - 3 B Main Victories - 0 Dash Appearances - 5 Dash Victories - 1 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0 Travis Arenz Motorsports 360 Sprint Car 2023 Season By The Numbers Total MSA-PDTR Events - 2 A Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 0 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 0 Heat Race Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 1 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Alex Pokorski stands tall on Plymouth Dirt Track Racing 360 Sprint Car podium

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) August 29, 2023 - Alex Pokorski put his measured aggressive driving style on full display by successfully executing a decisive final-turn pass to guide his No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team machine to a spot on the podium with an impressive third place finish in the 25-lap Akright Auto Plymouth Dirt Track Racing 360 Sprint Car A main at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Friday, Aug. 25. The fourth year PDTR-Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car campaigner opened the special Friday night Plymouth Dirt Track Racing program by qualifying seventh in the 21-car field with a lap of 13.002 seconds. Pokorski then used his outside front row starting spot to lead all 10 laps of the second PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car heat race en route to his third heat race triumph of the 2023 season. The West Bend, Wis. competitor rolled off fourth in the 25-lap 360 Sprint event and worked his way past Tristan Koenings to settle into third on the opening lap. On lap 9, Ben Schmidt maneuvered past to push Pokorski back to fourth in the running order. A caution flag flew on lap 24 for the stalled car of Chris Clayton, which set up a two-lap dash to the finish. After trailing Chris Larson for a number of laps, Pokorski set sail along the high line on the final lap to surge past Larson exiting turn four on the way to a strong third place showing in a race won by Brandon McMullen. It was Pokorski's fifth top-three podium, 10th top-five and 19th top-10 A-main finish in 21 MSA 360 Sprint Car Series events. "It was a fun night at Plymouth," Pokorski said. "I was happy to win the heat race, and it felt good to race into the top three in the last corner of the feature." One night later, Pokorski and the members of the Akright Auto Racing Team travelled south to Wilmot Raceway in Wilmot, Wis. for the second of two 2023 Akright Auto MSA 360 Sprint Car Series appearances at the venerable three-eighths mile semi-banked clay oval facility. With wet and heavy track conditions prompting the cancellation of MSA group qualifying, Pokorski drew the pole starting position in the fourth eight-lap MSA heat race. Pokorski got the jump on outside front row starter John Fahl to lead all eight laps on the way to his fourth heat race triumph of the 2023 season. Pokorski then started the 25-lap MSA main event from the fifth position before he was involved in a three-car incident along the front stretch on lap 3, which also involved Chris Larson and Lance Fassbender. The red-flag incident produced significant front-end damage on Pokorski's No. 4 car, which prompted pit crew members from the MSA teams of Brandon Berth, Brandon McMullen and J.J. Pagel to leap into action to assist the Akright Auto Racing Team pit crew in getting Pokorski's machine back on the track. Pokorski returned to restart 19th. Over the final 22 laps, Pokorski moved up five positions to record a 14th place finish in a race won by Ben Schmidt. "Our night at Wilmot started well, as we picked up another heat race win," Pokorski said. "In the feature, two cars got tangled up in front of me and I jumped a right rear tire trying to avoid them. My crew, along with some others, did some nice work to get me back on the track in time. I raced the remainder of the feature with a bent front axle and ended up 14th. I was hoping to get another two spots or so, but I was glad we got a few spots back after the incident." Paul Pokorski was also behind the wheel of Spyder Akright's 53A car for the eighth time during the 2023 at The Plymouth Dirt Track on Friday, Aug. 25. After qualifying eighth overall with a lap of 13.004 seconds. Paul started first and finished fourth in the first 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race. Paul then rolled off 14th in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA headliner before he was involved in an opening-lap incident when Katelyn Krebsbach spun in turn two. After going to the work area following minor contact, Paul returned to restart 21st. The 2014 MSA Masters Series champion battled back to build up some nice momentum during an extended run of green-flag laps on the way to a solid 13th-place showing. "My qualifying effort was about what I expected," Paul said. "I was disappointed with the heat race finish. We were dealing with some minor handling issues that I think we have figured out, so we don't repeat them. We made several changes for the feature, which made the car pretty decent. I was disappointed with the trip to the work area, but I wanted to make sure the car was okay after some light contact with a spinning car. I was happy that I was able to drive past several cars and work my way back up to one spot better than I originally started. All things considered, it wasn't a terrible night. I'll be back in the car on Friday at Dodge County." Both Paul and Alex Pokorski are expected to be in action with the Akright Auto Plymouth Dirt Track Racing - Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Cars, which will join the with the Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series and A Modifieds for the annual Harry Neitzel Tribute event at the Dodge County Fairgrounds in Beaver Dam, Wis. on Friday, Sept. 1. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m. with warm ups at 6 p.m. followed by hot laps and qualifying with opening ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, Sept. 2, Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team will take part in the annual all-Sprint Car event held during the 2023 Sheboygan County Fair along with the Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association 410 Sprint Car Series on Saturday, Sept. 2. On-track action is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. with hot laps, qualifying and racing to follow. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Novak's Service Center Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team would like to acknowledge the support of long-time sponsor Novak's Service Center of Manitowoc, which is celebrating its 51st year in business in 2023. Novak's Service Center is a locally owned, second-generation, family-owned, five-bay auto repair center, which has been serving customers in the Lakeshore area since 1972. Novak's Service Center offers comprehensive auto repair services, including 4 x 4 services, brakes, car and truck care, domestic cars and trucks, electrical services, electronic services, engine and transmission, engine maintenance, expired warranty care, general service, heating and cooling services, import cars and trucks, quick lube services, tires, towing, transmission and undercar services. Located at 1320 Washington St. in Manitowoc, Novak's Service Center is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To schedule an appointment, call 920-684-5737 or visit www.novaks1320.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Remaining Schedule Friday, Sept. 1 - Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway, Beaver Dam, Wis. Saturday, Sept. 2 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, Sept. 30 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 21 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 10 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 19 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 21 Heat Race Victories - 4 Fast Qualifier Awards - 2 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 8 A Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 1 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 3 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 5 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Alex, Paul Pokorski steer Akright Auto 360 Sprint Cars to top-10 showings at Plymouth

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) August 22, 2023 - One week after turning in a pair of top-five A-main finishes, the father-son driving tandem of Paul and Alex Pokorski each recorded top-10 main event tallies in Akright Auto Plymouth Dirt Track Racing - Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car competition at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, Aug. 19. With 20 PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Cars on hand, Alex opened the night strong by earning his second fast qualifier award of the 2023 season with a fast lap of 12.534 seconds around the third-mile semi-banked clay oval. In the second 10-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car heat race, Alex started fourth and fell back to fifth when Kevin Karnitz snuck past in the early going. The fourth-year 360 Sprint Car racer held down the fifth position throughout the race on the fast and challenging track surface. Following the calculation of the passing points formula and inversion draw, Alex lined up 16th in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car headliner. The West Bend, Wis. driver put together a solid run through the field, advancing to 12th on lap 3 after sweeping past Tristan Koenings and Katelyn Krebsbach. The lone caution of the event flew on lap 16 when Koenings stalled along the front stretch. Following the restart, Alex advanced to 10th on lap 19 and maintained the spot over the final six laps to earn his 18th top-10 A-main finish in 19 2023 MSA events in a race won by Brandon McMullen. "I was happy to get our second quick time award of the year," Alex said. "It was a bit frustrating to end up fifth in the heat race after starting fourth, but these things happen. I knew it was going to be tough to pass due to the narrow, fast track in the feature. I wanted to make the top 10, and we did end up doing that. We had a nice run in the feature and I feel like we had a car that could've finished in the top five, if we started two rows further up." Paul Pokorski qualified Spyder Akright's 53A car seventh overall in the 20-car field with a lap of 12.782 seconds before lining up on the pole of the second 10-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car heat race. Outside front row starter Tyler Davis got the jump on Paul on the drop of the green flag which resulted in a second place finish for the 31-year open-wheel racing veteran. For the second week in a row, the 2014 MSA Masters Series champion started on the pole of the 25-lap PDTR-MSA main event before falling to third on the opening lap as Lance Fassbender and Brandon McMullen snuck past in turn two. Paul held down the third spot until Ben Schmidt moved by following the lone caution of the race on lap 16. With five laps remaining, Paul got sideways coming off of turn two, which caused him to lose several spots. The three-time Eastern Wisconsin Stock Car Winged Super Modified champion settled in the ninth position, which is where he finished the race to tally his third top-10 A-main finish of the PDTR-MSA 2023 campaign. "I was happy with the qualifying effort, as it put us in a good spot for the heat race," Paul said. "I was a little disappointed that we couldn't come away with the win in the heat race because I thought the car was pretty good. It was nice to be able to start on the pole of the A main for the second week in a row. Unfortunately, the result wasn't quite as good. The track had a little bit of character and I missed the set up just a little bit. Then I made a few too many mistakes, which obviously cost us a lot of spots. That was disappointing but we're in one piece and we will go at it again on Friday at Plymouth." Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team will compete in an Akright Auto Midwest Sprint Car Association doubleheader weekend of action starting Friday, Aug. 25 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis., which will also feature the WABAM Dirt Kings Late Model Tour, PDTR Grand Nationals and B Mods. Paul Pokorski is also scheduled to be in the seat of Spyder Akright's 53A 360 Sprint Car at The Plymouth Dirt Track on Friday, Aug. 25. Grandstand gates open at 5 p.m. with qualifying set at 6 p.m. and racing at 6:30 p.m. On Saturday, Aug. 26, Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team will head to Wilmot Raceway in Wilmot, Wis. for the second MSA 360 Sprint Car event of the 2023 campaign at the three-eighths mile semi-banked clay oval. The Badger Midgets, A Modifieds and Bandits are also on the card. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Novak's Service Center Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team would like to acknowledge the support of long-time sponsor Novak's Service Center of Manitowoc, which is celebrating its 51st year in business in 2023. Novak's Service Center is a locally owned, second-generation, family-owned, five-bay auto repair center, which has been serving customers in the Lakeshore area since 1972. Novak's Service Center offers comprehensive auto repair services, including 4 x 4 services, brakes, car and truck care, domestic cars and trucks, electrical services, electronic services, engine and transmission, engine maintenance, expired warranty care, general service, heating and cooling services, import cars and trucks, quick lube services, tires, towing, transmission and undercar services. Located at 1320 Washington St. in Manitowoc, Novak's Service Center is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To schedule an appointment, call 920-684-5737 or visit www.novaks1320.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Remaining Schedule Friday, Aug. 25 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, Aug. 26 - Wilmot Raceway, Wilmot, Wis. Friday, Sept. 1 - Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway, Beaver Dam, Wis. Saturday, Sept. 2 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, Sept. 30 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 19 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 9 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 18 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 19 Heat Race Victories - 2 Fast Qualifier Awards - 2 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 7 A Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 1 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 3 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 4 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Paul and Alex Pokorski hit father-son top-five mark at head of Plymouth MSA A-main field

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) August 15, 2023 - Paul and Alex Pokorski enjoyed the type of night that will live long in the memories of family, friends team members, supporters and fans, as the father-son racing duo steered their Spyder Akright-owned 360 Sprint Cars to top-five showings in Akright Auto Plymouth Dirt Track Racing - Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car A-main competition at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, Aug. 12. With 24 Plymouth Dirt Track Racing - Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Cars on hand, Alex Pokorski reeled off the fourth fastest qualifying time with a lap of 12.808 seconds around the third-mile semi-banked clay oval. After lining up third in the second 10-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car heat race, Alex dove low to pass front row starters Tony Wondra and Logan Julien and seize the early lead in turn two of the opening lap. On lap 2, Ben Schmidt used the high groove to relegate Alex to second, which is where he finished the race to gain an A-main starting berth. Alex rolled off third in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car A main and moved past outside front row starter T.J. Smith to assume second in turn one on the opening lap to trail his father, Paul, who led the first five laps of the race from the pole. On lap 4, Brandon McMullen powered around Alex to push the No. 4 Akright Auto car back to third in the running order. On lap 10, Ben Schmidt bolted past Alex to drop the West Bend driver back to fourth. The first of two caution flags appeared on lap 15 when Justin Erickson spun in turn four. After the restart, T.J. Smith pulled off a slide job to briefly seize fourth from Alex. However, the fourth-year Sprint Car racer battled back to return the slide job favor and regain fourth in turn four on lap 16. Alex held on through a lap 21 caution and heavy lapped traffic in the closing stages of the race to record a fourth place finish, which marked his ninth top-five and 17th top-10 finish in 18 2023 MSA A-main events. "Qualifying and the heat race both went well," Alex said. "When you start a race up front, the initial thought is always to keep yourself in contention for the win. I thought the race went well, but I didn't quite have the edge to beat the guys in front of me, one of them being my dad [Paul Pokorski]. It was fun to race with him and to have both of us finish in the top five. That's not something everyone gets to do. I enjoyed the night, even though he ended up beating me. I'm looking forward to finishing out the season strong with the team." In his sixth appearance of the 2023 season Spyder Akright's 53A car, Paul Pokorski began the night by qualifying 13th overall with a lap of 13.109 seconds. After starting fifth in the second 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race, Paul used a low move on lap 3 to work past Tony Wondra to take fourth. Two laps later, Paul maneuvered around Logan Julien to take third, which is where he finished. Following the calculation of the heat race passing point formula and subsequent A-main inversion draw, Paul lined up on the pole of the 25-lap main event. The 31-year 360 Sprint Car and Winged Super Modified racing veteran bolted into the lead on the drop of the green flag and paced the first five laps before Brandon McMullen shot past along the outside groove to take over the lead in turn one on lap 6. Paul maintained the runner-up spot until lap 12 when Ben Schmidt worked his way past to move Pokorski back to third. Paul worked the preferred outside groove to hold strong through a pair of caution flags and thick lapped traffic during the second half of the race on the way to a strong third place podium finish in a race won by Brandon McMullen. It was Paul's first top-five A-main finish and second top-10 main event showing in six 2023 appearances in Spyder Akright's 53A machine. "I was a little disappointed in my qualifying effort," Paul said. "I thought the car was just a tick better than that. I was following another car in qualifying and got held up just a little bit on the entry to a corner or two and I think that probably cost us a little. In the end, it worked out as we passed a few cars in the heat race. The car felt pretty good. I think I'm finally starting to get comfortable with this car. "When the invert put me on the pole for the A main, I got a little nervous," he said. "I haven't been nervous in a while. We made a fair amount of changes and I wasn't sure it would be comfortable in the feature, so I was a little tentative at the start. Once we got a couple of laps in and the car felt good, the nerves certainly went away, and I had a good time. Even though I thought I was holding my own, I was pretty certain that Alex [Pokorski] would go past at some point. I knew from the scoreboard he was right behind me. You always want your kid to do good, but every once in a while, it's nice to beat them too, so we'll take it as a victory for the old guys. We're both happy we could give Spyder [Akright] and the Akright Auto team a nice solid night for both of us. Needless to say, there were lots of smiles around the pit area after the race. When you had a good week and you're looking forward to next week, it makes the work week go faster too." The next race for Alex Pokorski at the Akright Auto Racing Team is this Saturday, Aug. 19 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis., which will also feature the PDTR Grand Nationals and B Mods, along with an appearance from the Wisconsin Legends Racing Dirt Series. Grandstand gates open at 4:30 p.m. with qualifying set at 5:30 p.m. and racing at 6 p.m. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Petersen Septic Systems Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team are pleased to have Petersen Septic Systems on board as a returning sponsor for the 2023 racing season. Since opening its doors in Valders, Wis. in 2012, Petersen Septic Systems LLC has provided premier septic tank service and the most reliable septic system installation and repair in Manitowoc and Two Rivers and the surrounding Lakeshore area. "We offer our services to industrial, institutional, residential, new construction, commercial and municipal accounts," Petersen Septic Systems Owner David Petersen said. "Customer service is our utmost priority. We do every job as it was in our own homes. Our experience is second to none in the area. Prior to opening the business, I worked for Tuschl Septic Systems from 2004 until owner Chuck Tuschl retired." The list of regular services Petersen Septic Systems offers includes septic pump repairs, test drilling/test boring, sewage treatment systems, septic tank removal, septic tank installation, water line repair, oil testing and perc testing. "We provide all of these services in Manitowoc County and the surrounding areas," Petersen said. "We are OSHA certified and are licensed MPRS/CST966051." Petersen Septic Systems is located at 7334 Nagel Road in Valders, Wis. For more information, call 920-323-2640, email petersenseptic@gmail.com or visit www.petersensepticsystems.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Remaining Schedule Saturday, Aug. 19 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Friday, Aug. 25 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, Aug. 26 - Wilmot Raceway, Wilmot, Wis. Friday, Sept. 1 - Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway, Beaver Dam, Wis. Saturday, Sept. 2 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, Sept. 30 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 18 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 9 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 17 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 18 Heat Race Victories - 2 Fast Qualifier Awards - 1 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 6 A Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 1 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 2 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 3 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Pokorski completes solid MSA doubleheader weekend with pair of top-10 showings

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) July 18, 2023 - Despite facing a few bumps in the road, Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team continued their focused, even-keel approach to the 2023 season by tallying two more top-10 A-main showings, during an Akright Auto Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car Series doubleheader weekend of competition at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, July 15 and Angell Park Speedway in Sun Prairie, Wis. on Sunday, July 16. On Saturday, July 15, a stout field of 27 Plymouth Dirt Track Racing-MSA 360 Sprint Cars signed in for Plymouth Racing Wall of Fame Night at The Plymouth Dirt Track. Pokorski opened the proceedings by clicking off the second-fastest group qualifying lap of 12.818 seconds, to end up just .001 of a second behind fast qualifier Kurt Davis. The fourth-year 360 Sprint Car competitor then lined up third in the first 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race and fell back to fourth when Kurt Davis moved by on the opening circuit. Pokorski held on the rest of the way to collect a fourth place showing. After the passing points and inversion draw was completed, Pokorski began the 25-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car A main from the 14th starting position. The West Bend, Wis. driver attempted to utilize the high and wide cushion in the early going, which saw him get crossed up in turn three on lap 2 to briefly fall back to 17th in the running order. Pokorski had passed Doug Wondra and J.J. Pagel to move up to 15th when he lost control of his No. 4 machine in turn two, resulting in the car flipping on its side to bring out a red flag on lap 12. Following a trip to the work area, Pokorski returned at the rear of the field to roll off 21st on the following restart. Pokorski passed Bill Taylor and Katelyn Krebsbach to move up to 19th before a string of four consecutive caution flags ground the race to a screeching halt on lap 19. The lengthy race was then ruled complete due to the 25-lap minute time limit when the fourth attempt to restart the race ended with a six-car incident in turn two. When the scoring was sorting out from the four late-race mishaps, Pokorski was credited with a 10th place showing in a race won by Kevin Karnitz. "Plymouth was a bit of a wild night," Pokorski said. "Luckily, tipping the car didn't do too much damage, and we could keep racing. We managed to salvage a 10th place finish out of a bad night." The Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team then turned their attention to an MSA event during Bryan Gapinski Tribute Night at Angell Park Speedway in Sun Prairie, Wis. on Sunday, July 16 where a total of 21 MSA 360 Sprint Cars were on hand. The heat race draw format saw Pokorski start seventh in the first 10-lap MSA heat race. He managed to move up one spot by passing Eric Wilke on lap 2 to gain a sixth place finish. Pokorski rolled off 14th in the 20-lap MSA main event and found himself up to ninth, following a pair of cautions on lap 2 for rookie T.J Haddy's turn four spin and lap 7 when Clayton Rossmann spun in turn two in Nick Daywalt's No. 66 car. On the restart, Pokorski moved past Ben Schmidt on lap 8 to advance to eighth before Tommy Colburn hit the turn two wall to bring out a caution flag. After restarting seventh, Pokorski drove around Kurt Davis with a high move on lap 9 to gain sixth before Bill Taylor flipped on the front stretch to bring out the fourth stoppage period of the race on lap 10. Pokorski fell back to seventh on the next restart and held the spot until lap 17 when rookie Logan Julien flipped in turn two. The final three laps saw Pokorski engage in a tight duel with rookie T.J. Smith for sixth with Pokorski edging out Smith by a half car length at the finish line to secure a sixth place finish in a race won by Brandon Berth. The sixth place showing marked Pokorski's 13th top-10 A-main finish in 14 MSA races during the 2023 season. "On Sunday, we ran really well and made nice adjustments for the A main," Pokorski said. "Our car was much better than last time at Angel Park. I think it was the best track we have had all year. It was a little rough, but it had multiple fast lanes, which made for good racing. I hope we can have more racing surfaces like that." Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team will return to PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car action this Saturday, July 22 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. with the Super Six Late Model Series, Grand Nationals and B Mods also on the card. Grandstand gates open at 4:30 p.m. with qualifying at 5:30 p.m. and racing at 6 p.m. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Goeden Auto Body Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team are pleased to have Goeden Auto Body as a returning sponsor for the 2023 racing season. Located at 2417 Highway 28 East in Kewaskum, Wis., Goeden Auto Body has been in business since 1971. In 2015, David "Dusty" Goeden took over ownership of the family-owned business. Goeden Auto Body specializes in quality, top-notch auto body repair, with a focus on collision work. Goeden also offers classic vehicle restoration and rust repair. In addition, it will work with all insurance companies. Goeden Auto Body uses PPG paints and clear coats, offers towing services and a locked fenced storage area. Continuing the Goeden Auto Body tradition, free loaner cars are also available. "At Goeden Auto Body, we were born to perform," Dave "Dusty" Goeden, Goeden Auto Body owner said. "With over 50 years of doing business and our racing involvement on and off the track, we know how to treat our customers like winners. With every job, we push ourselves to improve our performance and deliver a winning product. We work with all insurance companies, provide free computerized estimates and loaner vehicles while we repair your vehicle. Give us a call when you need a tow or some auto body work. Remember you, not your insurance company, have the right to choose where to take your vehicle for repairs." For more information on Goeden Auto Body, call 262-334-2759 or e-mail goedenauto@gmail.com or visit https://goedenauto.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Upcoming Schedule Saturday, July 22 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Friday, July 28 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, July 29 - Eagle River Speedway, Eagle River, Wis. Saturday, Aug. 5 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 14 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 6 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 13 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 14 Heat Race Victories - 2 Fast Qualifier Awards - 1 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 4 Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 0 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 1 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 2 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Pokorski qualifies quickest, adds to 360 Sprint Car top-10 tally at Plymouth Dirt Track

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) July 11, 2023 - After coming up just short on several occasions, Alex Pokorski finally reached the top rung of the Plymouth Dirt Track Racing - Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car qualifying ladder, while collecting his 11th top-10 A-main showing in 12 attempts behind the wheel of the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team car, during Pedal Down Promotions Night at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, July 8. With 19 PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Cars on hand, the fourth-year racer opened the night by earning his first-career fast qualifier award with a top lap of 12.368 seconds around the lightning fast third-mile clay oval. After lining up fourth in the second 10-lap 360 Sprint Car heat race, Pokorski used a strong start to pass T.J. Smith in turn two and Katelyn Krebsbach in turn three to work his way into second on the opening circuit. The West Bend, Wis. driver gradually reeled in the lead car of rookie T.J. Haddy in the closing laps before settling for second. Following the heat race passing points calculation and an unfavorable inversion draw, Pokorski started ninth in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car main event. Pokorski worked his way up to eighth on lap 4 on the fast, narrow and tricky track surface before moving around Katelyn Krebsbach to claim seventh on lap 6. In the latter stages of the race, Pokorski found himself hung up along the low line on a few occasions, which slowed his progress in negotiating the razor thin racing groove. Brandon Berth used the high line to slip past Pokorski in the closing circuits, which resulted in an eighth place finish in the caution-free race, which was won by Ben Schmidt. "It felt good to finally get quick time, after being close a bunch of times," Pokorski said. "The heat race was largely decided in the first lap, which went well for us. I might've had a chance to win it, but the 21 [T.J. Haddy] did a nice job, and I didn't have an opening to get past. "We had a fast car for the A main, but the track was narrow and difficult to pass on," he said. "We got buried by the invert draw to start ninth and ended up eighth. I think it was a night where the starting position really mattered. If we started closer to the front, we could've been on the podium." Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team are set for an MSA doubleheader weekend beginning with a PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car event this Saturday, July 15 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. with the Super Six Late Model Series, Grand Nationals, B Mods and Vintage Modifieds also on the card. The program will also include the induction of the Plymouth Racing Wall of Fame Class of 2023 during intermission, along with Autograph Night. Grandstand gates open at 4:30 p.m. with qualifying at 5:30 p.m. and racing at 6 p.m. On Sunday, July 16, Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team will travel to Sun Prairie, Wis. for the second and final appearance of the 2023 season for the MSA 360 Sprint Cars at the venerable third-mile track. The Salute to Bryan Gapinski event will also include the Badger Midgets and Wisconsin Legends Racing Dirt Series. Pit gates open at 1:30 p.m. with spectator gates opening at 4 p.m. and opening ceremonies at 6 p.m. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Goeden Auto Body Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team are pleased to have Goeden Auto Body as a returning sponsor for the 2023 racing season. Located at 2417 Highway 28 East in Kewaskum, Wis., Goeden Auto Body has been in business since 1971. In 2015, David "Dusty" Goeden took over ownership of the family-owned business. Goeden Auto Body specializes in quality, top-notch auto body repair, with a focus on collision work. Goeden also offers classic vehicle restoration and rust repair. In addition, it will work with all insurance companies. Goeden Auto Body uses PPG paints and clear coats, offers towing services and a locked fenced storage area. Continuing the Goeden Auto Body tradition, free loaner cars are also available. "At Goeden Auto Body, we were born to perform," Dave "Dusty" Goeden, Goeden Auto Body owner said. "With over 50 years of doing business and our racing involvement on and off the track, we know how to treat our customers like winners. With every job, we push ourselves to improve our performance and deliver a winning product. We work with all insurance companies, provide free computerized estimates and loaner vehicles while we repair your vehicle. Give us a call when you need a tow or some auto body work. Remember you, not your insurance company, have the right to choose where to take your vehicle for repairs." For more information on Goeden Auto Body, call 262-334-2759 or e-mail goedenauto@gmail.com or visit https://goedenauto.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Upcoming Schedule Saturday, July 15 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Sunday, July 16 - Angell Park Speedway, Sun Prairie, Wis. Saturday, July 22 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Friday, July 28 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, July 29 - Eagle River Speedway, Eagle River, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 12 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 6 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 11 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 12 Heat Race Victories - 2 Fast Qualifier Awards - 1 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 4 Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 0 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 1 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 2 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

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  Schmidt Secures Record Fourth Straight PDTR 360 Sprint Car A-Main Triumph

  Schmidt went on to notch his fifth PDTR, sixth MSA and record fourth straight PDTR 360 Sprint Car A-main victory of the 2023 season in the caution-free race. It was also Schmidt’s 20th career PDTR and ...

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  Alex Pokorski posts 10th top-10 showing of 2023 MSA campaign

  (PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) July 4, 2023 - While negotiating the challenges of an uncharacteristically fast and uneven track surface, Alex Pokorski steered the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team car to a solid sixth place showing in the 25-lap Scott Semmelmann Memorial Plymouth Dirt Track Racing - Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car A main at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, July 1. Pokorski opened the night with another strong qualifying effort as he turned in the second fastest overall lap in the 25-car field, which clocked in at 12.412 seconds around the third-mile semi-banked clay oval. The fourth-year 360 Sprint Car competitor then lined up fourth in the third 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race and worked his way past Tristan Koenings with a low move in turn four on lap 8 to secure a third place finish. The West Bend, Wis. driver started third in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA headliner and fell back to fifth on the opening lap as Logan Julien and Brandon McMullen snuck past. After a caution flag appeared on lap 2 for an incident involving Ryan Sawusch, Pokorski dropped to sixth when Robbie Pribnow moved by on lap 5. After another caution flag was displayed on lap 11 when Tommy Colburn stopped on the backstretch. Pokorski advanced to fifth by passing T.J. Haddy on lap 12. The restart saw Pokorski drop back to seventh when Shane Wenninger and Kurt Davis moved past. However, Pokorski rebounded to work underneath Davis to regain sixth on lap 23. The recent MSA Dodge County Fairgrounds A-main winner held on to claim a sixth place finish and secure his 10th top-10 main event showing in 11 2023 MSA events in a race won by Ben Schmidt. "It was a bit frustrating to be second quick again in qualifying," Pokorski said. "Maybe we can get that $75 one of these weeks. The car was good in the open track, but needs to be more maneuverable when racing near others. We will have to make some changes to our heavy track set up to find something that works for us. "I think we can be in the top five every week, so I'm aiming to be back there next week," he said. Paul Pokorski also entered his fourth PDTR-MSA event of the 2023 season in the seat of Spyder Akright's 53A car. The 31-year veteran opened the night by qualifying sixth overall with a lap of 12.455 seconds. The 2014 MSA Masters Series champion started second in the first 10-lap PDTR-MSA heat race and fell back to fourth as Robbie Pribnow and Ben Schmidt advanced past. On the final lap of the race, the rear end assembly of the West Bend, Wis. driver's car failed, resulting in a sixth place finish before his car rolled to a stop on the back stretch following the checkered flag. The Akright Auto Racing Team pit crew worked to replace the rear end in time for the 25-lap PDTR-MSA A main, but they were unable to complete the needed repairs in time for Pokorski to join the main event field. "I was reasonably happy with the car and qualifying," Paul Pokorski said. "We had made some significant set-up changes and tweaked some driver comfort things over the past week, and it all seemed to be going in the right direction. The heat race was going okay, until the rear end broke when something in the ring pinion broke loose. It broke suddenly, and I had no idea that it was coming. That ended our run. "The crew made an attempt to get a change, but we had a couple of snags with the swap and we were about five minutes short of making it," he said. "I appreciate all their hard work and effort in the heat to try and get me back out, but it wasn't meant to be. We'll be back at it next week." Both Alex and Paul Pokorski will again be in action with the PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Cars this Saturday, July 8 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. with the Grand Nationals, B Mods and Wisconsin Legends Racing Dirt Series also on the card. Grandstand gates open at 4:30 p.m. with qualifying at 5:30 p.m. and racing at 6 p.m. Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak's Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Goeden Auto Body Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team are pleased to have Goeden Auto Body as a returning sponsor for the 2023 racing season. Located at 2417 Highway 28 East in Kewaskum, Wis., Goeden Auto Body has been in business since 1971. In 2015, David "Dusty" Goeden took over ownership of the family-owned business. Goeden Auto Body specializes in quality, top-notch auto body repair, with a focus on collision work. Goeden also offers classic vehicle restoration and rust repair. In addition, it will work with all insurance companies. Goeden Auto Body uses PPG paints and clear coats, offers towing services and a locked fenced storage area. Continuing the Goeden Auto Body tradition, free loaner cars are also available. "At Goeden Auto Body, we were born to perform," Dave "Dusty" Goeden, Goeden Auto Body owner said. "With over 50 years of doing business and our racing involvement on and off the track, we know how to treat our customers like winners. With every job, we push ourselves to improve our performance and deliver a winning product. We work with all insurance companies, provide free computerized estimates and loaner vehicles while we repair your vehicle. Give us a call when you need a tow or some auto body work. Remember you, not your insurance company, have the right to choose where to take your vehicle for repairs." For more information on Goeden Auto Body, call 262-334-2759 or e-mail goedenauto@gmail.com or visit https://goedenauto.com. Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase - Akright Auto Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940. With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services. In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases. Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com. For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com. Pedal Down Promotions is a full-service public relations and media services company devoted to helping its clients effectively communicate with targeted audiences through press releases, newsletters, profile and feature articles, website and social media content development, printed media, editing and layout, graphic design and book publishing services. For more information on Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, visit www.pedaldownpromo.com or call 920-323-7970. Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team 2023 Upcoming Schedule Saturday, July 8 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Saturday, July 15 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Sunday, July 16 - Angell Park Speedway, Sun Prairie, Wis. Saturday, July 22 - Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis. Alex Pokorski Akright Auto Racing Team 4 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 11 A Main Victories - 1 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 6 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 10 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 11 Heat Race Victories - 2 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0 Paul Pokorski Akright Auto 53A 2023 Season By The Numbers Total Events - 4 Main Victories - 0 B Main Victories - 0 Top Five A Main Finishes - 0 Top 10 A Main Finishes - 1 Top 15 A Main Finishes - 2 Heat Race Victories - 0 Fast Qualifier Awards - 0

MSA - Midwest Sprintcar Association Dirt Tracks

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  Angell Park Speedway Race TrackSun Prairie, Wisconsin, USA
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  Dodge County Fairgrounds Speedway Race TrackBeaver Dam, Wisconsin, USA
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  Plymouth Dirt Track Race TrackPlymouth, Wisconsin, USA
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  Wilmot Raceway Race TrackBurlington, Wisconsin, USA