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FUP Late Model Series heads to Auburndale Speedway

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Orlando FL . 3-11-12 – The ice has melted and the heat is on as the Florida United Promoters Late Model series rolls into Auburndale Speedway this Saturday March 17th for a St. Patrick’s day battle.

“We had some of the best asphalt short track drivers in the state at Desoto for the opener, they put on a great show. Now we move to a tighter flat track at Auburndale, I can’t wait to see the action.

We were a little disappointed with the car count at race one, but pleasantly surprised with the competitive racing. We will continue to build the series with the support of the racers, the fans, and the tracks” stated series director Rick Williams.
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FUP Late Model Series set for Icebreaker 100 opener at Desoto Super Speedway

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Feb 17th, 2012

As the off season draws to a close, speed weeks is in full swing and many drivers prepare for the new season ahead. Many Late Model drivers around Florida are busy preparing for the sophomore season of the Florida United Promoters Late Model Series. The series features combined rules that allows for great competition at Florida short tracks. The opening event is coming quickly, the series will open the season March 3rd at the Desoto Super Speedway, Florida’s fastest 3/8 mile high banked track, home to the historic Icebreaker 100.

This event in years past has been a must race for such short track stars as Dick Trickle, Mike Eddy, Dick Anderson, Dave Pletcher and many more. This year will be no exception with the “Stars of Tomorrow” pre-entered, Tim Russell (2011 FUPS Champion), Jake Perkins (2011 FUPS Rookie of the Year), Anthony Campi, Jesse Dutilly, Steve Dorer, Anthony Sergi, Justin Larson, just to name a few.

“We are expecting a large field for the Ice Breaker, the interest has been tremendous concerning the series, stated series director Rick Williams. The track owners have provided the facilities for the racers, they have provided a series within Florida for them to race, and they continue to improve the series with additional sponsors, contingency, and media attention.”
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