The first annual Montana Limited Late Model Series race is set for June 16th at Mission Valley Speedway

By Carrie Benson
The first annual Montana Limited Late Model Series race is set for June 16th at Mission Valley Speedway. This race was negotiated between Big Sky Pro Racing Association (BSPRA) and Mission Valley Auto Races (MVAR) to allow a combining of their classes for a total of two races in the 2007 season. “We are excited to see a coming together of the two organizations for these races” stated BSPRA board member Duane Olsen.
Registration for the Late Model series had to be completed by May 31st with a car inspection that was completed on Saturday June 2. Registered for the race are:
Chuck Swope #00
Don Staggs #1
Brad Lee #3
Wade Shepard #4
Willie Ovitt #6
Tracy Burland #7
Chuck Morigeau #8
Josh Burland #16
Chuck Weich #21
Danny Krahn #33
Duane Olsen #40
Jarred Burland #43

The 12 registered cars met on Saturday at the Creamery Mall in Ronan to complete the teching, which consists of checking the engine, ride height, weight and other aspects of the car rules for the race. “Although there were some discrepancies found during the teching,” said Olsen, “The drivers are aware of these and they will be corrected before the race.” For additional information go to www.bigskyracing.net or www.missionvalleyspeedway.com.