Brad Keselowski Added to Snowball Derby Roster

Joins other #NASCAR Drivers including Erik Jones; Derek Kraus; Carson Hocevar; Chandler Smith; William Byron; Josh Berry; Noah Gragson; and Ty Majeski

 

NASCAR champion Brad Keselowski has successfully competed in a number of different series and events over his illustrious racing career, but never the Snowball Derby – the most prestigious event in super late model racing. That changes this year when Keselowski will take the wheel of the No. 6 Ford with sponsorship from long-time and significant racing supporter, Fr8Auctions. The 55th annual Snowball Derby is scheduled for November 30th – December 4th at Five Flags Speedway located in Pensacola, Florida.

 

“The Snowball Derby is essentially an all-star race as it attracts some of the biggest names in short track racing, as well as some of my competitors from NASCAR,” said Keselowski. “This is my first time behind the wheel at the Derby. I’m really looking forward to the race and very appreciative of Fr8Auctions coming on-board with me. Fr8Auctions has supported all levels of racing, so it’s great to partner with them for this particular event and bring together NASCAR and super late model racing.”

 

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For Keselowski, it marks his first partnership with Fr8Auctions, but not Fr8Auctions’ first partnership in motorsports.

 

"FR8Auctions is looking forward to growing our racing footprint while supporting grassroots events with different drivers across all levels of motorsports. Whether it's partnering with Championship Cup drivers in Crown Jewel events like the Snowball Derby or supporting the young up and coming drivers working their way through the ranks, FR8 is committed to the sport and its growth long term,” said Marcus Barela, Founder and CEO of Fr8Auctions.

 

"We are thrilled to continue to grow our footprint in all levels of racing by working with Brad in the Snowball Derby. This is a Crown Jewel event and we are excited to have such an accomplished driver representing us on and off the track.” "Brad is a champion and we are racing for the win,” added Matt Erickson, President of Fr8Auctions.

 

While a first participating in the Snowball Derby and a first with Fr8Auctions, the event will be a bit of homecoming of sorts for Keselowski where he will be driving a FURY Race Cars entry with Tony Eury Jr. serving as crew chief for the event. Keselowski and Eury Jr. partnered together in 2009 during Keselowski’s part-time schedule with Hendrick Motorsports.

 

“Having the opportunity to work together again Tony Jr. and Pops makes this whole program even more special,” added Keselowski. “This is going to be a lot fun to be sure, but we are all racers, so we’re headed down to Pensacola to compete for a win!”

 

The 55th annual Snowball Derby will be available via live pay-per-view exclusively on RacingAmerica.com. The Snowball Derby 300-lap feature race is scheduled for Sunday December 4th, 2022, at 2:00 pm ET.

 

About FR8Auction

 

Fr8Auctions partners with freight lines, distribution companies, and consumer product-based businesses to help sell excess, discontinued or damaged inventory outside of traditional distribution channels. Utilizing industry leading merchandising techniques, product presentations, and a competitive bidding environment, Fr8Auctions offers both their partners and buyer’s opportunities to maximize returns on their investments. Buyers can also access online (sealed bid) auctions to bid on the thousands of pallets of merchandise, which can range from gas grills to ceiling fans and various domestic and home improvement products. The integrity-based company is focused on building small businesses and lasting partnerships across all avenues of the asset recovery industry.

 

 

You know I couldn’t stay away from racing too long. Excited to make my #SnowballDerby debut!@fr8auctions | @RacingAmerica pic.twitter.com/HqHPE2nueo

— Brad Keselowski (@keselowski) November 22, 2022

 

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Snowball Entries

SNOWBALL DERBY ENTRIES AS OF SUNDAY 11/20
 

SNOWBALL 300
58 ENTERED

1 Michael House, Columbia, TN
2 John Bolen, Jasper, AL
2 William Sawalich, Eden Prairie, MN
4 Erik Jones Byron, MI
4 Luke Fenhaus, Wausau, WI
5 Casey Johnson, Edgerton, WI
8 Jase Hansen, Evans, CO
8 Nicholas Naugle, Muskegon, MI
9 Brandon Watson, Barrie Ont. Canada
9 Brad May, Ovido, FL
9 Derek Kraus, Stratford, WI
10 George Gorham Winter Haven, FL
12 Derek Griffith, Hudson, NH
14 Austin Nason, Roscoe, IL
14 Carson Hocevar, Portage, MI
16 Jacob Gomes, Manteca, CA
18 Chandler Smith, Talking Rock, GA
18 Hunter Robbins, Pensacola, FL
21 Corey Heim, Davidson, NC
21 Jesse Love, Redwood City, CA
22 Connor Okrzesik, Grand Bay, AL
22 Sammy Smith, Johnston, IA
23 Billy VanMeter, Muskegon, MI
24 Scott Sanchez, Bakersfield, CA
24 William Byron, Charlotte, NC
26 Bubba Pollard, Senoia, GA
26 Casey Roderick, Dayton, OH
26 Josh Berry, Statesville, NC
28 Connor Mosack, Mooresville, NC
30 Noah Gragson Mooresville, NC
32 Carson Kvapil, Mooresville, NC
32 Harold Crooms, Lakeland, FL
33 Dustin Smith, Mobile, AL
35 Jake Garcia, Monroe, GA
43 Daniel Dye, Deland, FL
43 Derek Thorn, Bakersfield, CA
44 Conner Jones, Fredericksburg, VA
44 Jeremy Doss, Upper Lake, CA
45 Michael Simko, Clarkson, MI
48 Preston Peltier, Brighton, CO
50 Jett Noland, Groveland, FL
51 Jake Finch, Lynn Haven, FL
51 Stephen Nasse, Pinellas Park, FL
53 Boris Jurkovic, Ft. Myers Bch, FL
53 Cole Butcher, Porters Lake, NS Canada
54 Johnny Clark, Farmingdale, ME
54 Matt Craig , Kannapolis, NC
55 Haeden Plybon, Deer Park, WA
57 Zach Telford, Middleton, ID
63 Trayten Tarr, Rathdrum, ID
65 Tyler Tanner, Mooresville, NC
69 Michael Hinde, Hernando, FL
79 Kyle Bryant Navarre, FL
91 Ty Majeski, Seymour, WI
98 Blaine Rocha, Oakdale, CA
98 Tommy Catalano, Ontario, NY
99 Linny White, Ontario, CA
112 Augie Grill, Hayden, AL

 

 

SNOWFLAKE 100
56 ENTERED

00 Cale Gale, Pfafftown, NC
0 Glenn Styres, Ohsweken, Ont. Canada
00 Anthony Cataldi, Umatilla, FL
1 Ryan Flemming, Cedarville, OH
2 John Bolen, Jasper, AL
3 Brad Adams, Greenbrier, TN
4 Elliott Massey, Lucedale, MS
4 Parker Eatmon, Wilson, NC
5 Jeremy Miller, Rockford, IL
7 Jackson Boone, Franklin, TN
10 Brittney Zamora, Troutman, NC
10 Johanna Long Robbins, Pensacola, FL
11 Brian Reeves, Enterprise, AL
11 Dylan Cappello, Charlotte, NC
11 Jolynn Wilkinson , Bessemer, AL
12 Bryson Shaffer, Milan, TN
12 Christopher Hogan, Alvin, TX
15 Mike Hopkins, Hermon, ME
18 Ryan Paul, Mobile, AL
22 Dylan Courtney, Citronelle, AL
22 Evan Szotko, Coopersville, MI
22 Augie Grill, Hayden, AL
22 Kyle Steckly, Milverton, Ont. Canada
24 Brent Crews, Cornelius, NC
25 Jake Bollman, Hunnington Bch, CA
26 Bubba Pollard, Senoia, GA
26 Cole Williams, Borden, IN
26 Casey Roderick, Dayton, OH
30 Alex Guenette, Mooresville, NC
33 Dustin Smith, Mobile, AL
33 Watson Griffith, Jr., Harvey, IN
35 Jake Garcia, Monroe, GA
42 Derek Thorn, Bakersfield, CA
44 Conner Jones, Fredericksburg, VA
45 Tony Cosentino, Statesville, NC
47 Dakota Stroup, Maceo, KY
48 Preston Peltier, Brighton, CO
50 Jett Noland, Groveland, FL
51 Stephen Nasse, Pinellas Park, FL
52 Leland Honeyman, Mooresville, NC
54 Grant Thompson, Mobile, AL
54 Jerrett Butcher, Dartmouth, NS Canada
62 Cody McCawley, Semmes, AL
67 Colin Allman, Plant City, FL
69 Michael Hinde, Hernando, FL
70 Gavin Graham, Polk City, FL
71 Katie Hettinger, Dryden, MI
75 Jeremy Doss, Upperlake, CA
77 Connor Okrzesik, Grand Bay, AL
81 Gio Ruggiero, Seekonk, MA
88 Boston Oliver, Murfreesboro, TN
89 Dylan Fetcho, Lebanon, TN
89 Chase Spradlin, Oak Grove, AL
90 Trevor Cristiani, Boise, ID
91 Jim Wall, Huntsville, AL
95 Derrick Griffin, Pensacola, FL

 

 

source: Brad Keselowski, Inc. Release

Hooters to Present Snowball Derby Broadcast on Speed51.TV

Watch Chase Elliott Battle Short Track Stars

Hooters, the official home of race fans, will continue the company’s long-time support of auto racing during one of the nation’s most prestigious short track racing events.

On Wednesday, it was announced that the company has become the presenting sponsor of the 53rd Annual Snowball Derby broadcast, December 3-6 on Speed51.TV.

“Hooters has such a deep history in the sport, and we are always looking for more ways to expand,” said Monica Fleury, Director of Brand Marketing for Hooters. “As the official home of race fans, we are excited to partner with Speed51 and support the Snowball Derby, one of the crown jewels of short track racing.”

Hooters driver and 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion Chase Elliott will be competing in the Snowball Derby at Five Flags Speedway for the first time since 2015. Elliott is a two-time winner of the race, with his last victory coming in 2015.

The 53rd Annual Snowball Derby live broadcast presented by Hooters will feature four days of racing action from the historic Pensacola, Florida race track.

Speed51.TV’s live broadcast of the event begins Thursday, December 3 for a full day of practice for Super Late Models. That will lead into the always-intense qualifying session on Friday, December 4. The Snowflake 100 for Pro Late Models on Saturday, December 5 will serve as the precursor to the 53rd Annual Snowball Derby on Sunday, December 6.

More information about the 53rd Annual Snowball Derby broadcast presented by Hooters can be found by visiting s51.tv/hooters. 

About Hooters

Hooters of America, LLC, is the franchisor and operator of more than 410 Hooters restaurants in 38 states and 24 countries. Known for its world-famous Hooters Style chicken wings, the first Hooters opened its doors in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida. Expectations were so modest at the time that the simple fact the doors opened was deemed worthy of a toast. Since then millions have been liberated from the ordinary at Hooters while enjoying great food, fun and one-of-a-kind hospitality that can only be served up by the Hooters Girls. For more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com or follow us at twitter.com/hooters, facebook.com/hooters, instagram.com/hooters or on Snapchat at “hooters.”

About Speed51.TV

Since 2001, Speed51 has been the home for behind-the-scenes stories and short track news throughout North America. With nearly 20 years of experience, Speed51 continues to raise the bar in race coverage with live broadcasts, on-demand racing videos and news reporting from short tracks across the nation.

Speed51.TV, the live and on-demand broadcasting arm of Speed51, has also offered live multi-camera broadcasts of major events such as the Snowball Derby, Winchester 400, All American 400 and Oxford 250. Visit www.speed51.tv today for the latest live event, on-demand videos and more.

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Eckes Prevails in Snowball Derby Thriller

Christian Eckes Crowned Snowball Derby 2016 Champion 

 

A year before reaching its historic milestone, the 49th Snowball Derby was beset with the worst weather in event history. It forced an unprecedented two-day delay with the race, originally scheduled for a Sunday start, to wait until yesterday for the green flag.

However, for winner, sixteen-year-young Christian Eckes, a New York native and JR Motorsports prodigy, the agonizing delay produced elation.

“I can’t even believe I’m standing here right now,” Eckes said in Victory Lane. “I thought our day was over when we had that incident down the backstretch. Man, I just can’t believe this. This is the Snowball Derby and this is just crazy.”

Eckes made an inside move to pass fellow rising star, nineteen-year-old John Hunter Nemechek, exiting Turn four on the second-to-final lap Tuesday. He then won a nose-to-nose duel at the finish line to pull off a stunning victory at Five Flags Speedway.

These two talented drivers switched leads four times the final two whirls around the famed, half-mile oval. Nemecheck won the 2014 Snowball Derby at age of seventeen.

“He made the crossover move pretty much one corner earlier than I did,” Nemechek said. “I should have backed off and held him to the outside and he wouldn’t have got to me. But heck of a race. I can’t thank all the fans enough for coming out on a Tuesday. This is awesome to be able to put on such a close finish for you guys. That’s how you win a race right there. He showed what he could do and rubbin is racing.”

The separation was 0.017 of a second, the closest in Snowball Derby history. The previous blink-of-eye finish was 1998 when five-time Snowball Derby winner Rich Bickle Jr. held off Gary St. Amant. Bickle is the only driver to win it five times.

Thrilled for @christianeckes and the Eurys on the #SnowballDerby win! The two Tonys know how to get it done.

— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) December 7, 2016

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— Christine Spears (@catsbluedoor) December 7, 2016

49th Annual Snowball Derby Official Results

Five Flags Speedway – Pensacola, Florida

Pos	#	Driver
1	15	Christian Eckes
2	8	John Hunter Nemechek
3	91	Ty Majeski
4	2W	Donnie Wilson
5	26S	Chandler Smith
6	7	Casey Roderick
7	82	Grant Enfinger
8	77	Zane Smith
9	5G	Noah Gragson
10	99L	Raphael Lessard
11	26	Bubba Pollard
12	43T	Derek Thorn
13	14C	Connor Okrzesik
14	99	Casey Smith
15	29	Spencer Davis
16	07	Corey LaJoie
17	4D	Dalton Armstrong
18	55	Dalton Sargeant
19	01	Derek Scott, Jr.
20	42	Chad Finley
21	51N	Stephen Nasse
22	9B	William Byron
23	98	Daniel Hemric
24	3	Kaz Grala
25	9K	Derek Kraus
26	97	Cole Anderson
27	112	Augie Grill
28	5	Jerry Artuso
29	9C	Jeff Choquette
30	83	Scotty Ellis
31	14	Chris Davidson
32	51	Christopher Bell
33	11	David Rogers
34	12	Harrison Burton
35	4	Kyle Plott
36	16	Brandon McReynolds

 

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Snowball Derby Set to Start at 5 PM Today #snowballderby

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Not only did adverse weather cause a two-day rain delay for the 49th running of the Snowball Derby, the track was actually under a Tornado Watch. A watch means conditions are favorable or expected but not occurring or imminent; while during a warning conditions are occurring or imminent.

The Five Flags staff met with all the drivers behind closed doors. After a “hand vote,” the resulting decision became a balancing act between the drivers, team members, fans, track personal and even media considerations.

Today’s agenda calls for the pits to be opened at noon today. The driver’s meeting is scheduled to take place at 3:00 p.m. with the pre-race festivities commencing at 4:00 p.m. The Snowball Derby’s Green Flag will finally, optimistically, drop at 5:00 p.m.

We would have like to have started the race earlier for the teams and at the same time we would have liked to start a little later for the fans in the Gulf Coast area who have to work. It was a little bit of a compromise there. Track Promoter Tim Bryant.

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The big topic around the track has been the addition of a “controlled caution” procedure. Not all drivers appreciate the determination. Over the past few years, Super Late Model races in the Southeast have consisted of live pit stop races. The controlled cautions will add strategy back into the race and help lower the costs for the less-funded teams hoping to remain competitive.

The new procedure will consist of controlled pit stops, in which no car may lose a lap under caution while pitting. In addition, no driver will lose positions in regards to other cars that pitted during the controlled caution period. 

Finally! It's #SnowballDerby time. Beautiful day! @5FlagsSpeedway @speed51dotcom pic.twitter.com/sdUxwmCdl2

— Bob Dillner (@bobdillner) December 6, 2016

 

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William Byron Takes Pole for 49th Annual Snowball Derby

Kyle Busch Motorsports (KBM) Driver On Top

The full-time NASCAR driver, William Byron  successfully headed to his pits as the official polesitter for the 49th annual Snowball Derby on Sunday. Byron, a seven-time winner in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series this year, stood head and shoulders above a group of 56 other cars in short-track racing’s most exciting two laps.

“It’s a good feeling. I was just hoping we could get through ‘tech’ and celebrate,” Byron said with a smile on his face. “This was just a great job done by this team and I’m looking forward to the rest of the weekend.”

Byron, a Charlotte, N.C., area driver, posted a fast lap of 16.201 seconds, which was less than a tenth off the track record that was set by Ty Majeski at last year’s Snowball Derby.

The last driver to win the Derby from the pole came in 2005 when local hero Eddie Mercer ended his long quest and finally hoisted the Tom Dawson trophy.

Although engine issues dropped him out of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) chase; Byron started the last race of the 2016 season from the pole for the second-consecutive week. He pulled away from the field for the final 10 laps and crossed the finish line 2.175 seconds ahead of his closest competitor. It will be exciting to see if his hot streak survives this Short Track challenge.

The win gave KBM its fourth consecutive and fifth all-time NCWTS owner championship. KBM is the first team in NCWTS history to win four-consecutive owner championships and has the most owner titles of any other team.

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49th Annual Snowball Derby

Qualifying Results for the Top 30

• Friday at Five Flags Speedway
• Track Record—16.120 (Ty Majeski, Derby 2015)

1. 9B William Byron, Charlotte, NC, 16.201
2. 91 Ty Majeski, Seymour, WI, 16.241
3. 29 Spencer Davis, Dawsonville, GA, 16.247
4. 26 Bubba Pollard, Senoia, GA, 16.257
5. 4 Kyle Plott, Marietta, GA, 16.282
6. 51 Christopher Bell, Norman, OK, 16.308
7. 5G Noah Gragson, Las Vegas, 16.318
8. 7 Casey Roderick, Lawrenceville, GA, 16.319
9. 07 Corey Lajoie, Cornelius, NC, 16.326
10. 97 Cole Anderson, Northfield, MN, 16.327
11. 3 Kaz Grala, Westbrough, MA, 16.363
12. 15 Christian Eckes, Cornelius, NC, 16.366
13. 9 Jeff Choquette, West Palm Beach, 16.394
14. 14 Chris Davidson, Pearland, TX, 16.403
15. 67 Clay Jones, Mooresville, NC, 16.404
16. 16 Brandon McReynolds, Mooresville, NC, 16.417
17. 12 Harrison Burton, Huntersville, NC, 16.425
18. 43T Derek Thorn, Bakersfield, CA, 16.429
19. 5 Jerry Artuso, Sault Ste Marie, ONT, 16.433
20. 8 John Hunter Nemechek, Mooresville, NC, 16.442
21. 98 Daniel Hemric, Mooresville, NC, 16.446
22. 42 Chad Finley, Dewitt, MI, 16.448
23. 2W Donnie Wilson, OKC, OK, 16.451
24. 83 Scotty Ellis, Forsyth, GA, 16.457
25. 77 Zane Smith, Huntington Beach, CA, 16.460
26. 26S Chandler Smith, Jasper, GA, 16.468
27. 99 Casey Smith, Austin, TX, 16.472
28. 82 Grant Enfinger, Montrose, AL, 16.474
29. 112 Augie Grill, Hayden, AL, 16.484
30. 01 Derek Scott, Franklin, TX, 16.496

The fastest thirty times will be locked into the feature. The remaining cars will run in a Qualifying Race, with the top four finishers advancing to the feature.

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The 49th Snowball Derby Past Winners

100% Short Track Racing

Five Flags Speedway's Snowball Derby has evolved into the largest short track stock car race in the USA. Drawing drivers from California to Maine and Canada, in seven classes of competition on a banked half mile paved oval. Camping is offered at nearby fairgrounds with free daily shuttles and there are several hotels nearby.

Race fans unable to make their way to Pensacola, Florida during Snowball Derby week will be able to watch all of the racing action live on Speed51.com. Four-day video tickets are now available at a savings of $20. Visit Speed51.com  today for more information.

Last year's Snowball Derby winner was NASCAR Sprint Cup star Chase Elliott.

 

Snowball Derby® Winners Roster

1968	Wayne Niedecken
1969	Friday Hassler
1970	Wayne Niedecken
1971	Dickie Davis
1972	Ed Howe
1973	Dickie Davis
1974	Pete Hamilton
1975	Donnie Allison
1976	Darrell Waltrip
1977	Ronnie Sanders
1978	Dave Mader III
1979	Freddy Fryar
1980	Gary Balough
1981	Freddy Fryar
1982	Gene Morgan
1983	Mickey Gibbs
1984	Butch Lindley
1985	Jody Ridley
1986	Gary Balough
1987	Butch Miller
1988	Ted Musgrave
1989	Rick Crawford
1990	Rich Bickle Jr
1991	Rich Bickle Jr
1992	Gary St Amant
1993	Bobby Gill
1994	Tammy Jo Kirk
1995	Jeff Purvis
1996	Rich Bickle Jr
1997	Bobby Gill
1998	Rich Bickle Jr
1999	Rich Bickle Jr
2000	Gary St Amant
2001	Wayne Anderson
2002	Ricky Turner
2003	Charlie Bradberry
2004	Steven Wallace
2005	Eddie Mercer
2006	Clay Rogers
2007 2008	Augie Grill Augie Grill
2009	Kyle Busch
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015	Johanna Long Chase Elliott Erik Jones Erik Jones John Hunter Nemechek Chase Elliott

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Short Track Champions and Winners Make Up Deep Snowball Field

#SnowballDerby The cast of drivers for the 49th Annual Snowball Derby at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Florida is as deep as ever. It’s full of youth and experience as nearly 70 drivers chase the Tom Dawson Trophy. Looking over each drivers resume we find winners, champions and short track heroes from all stretches of North America. Here is a look at the best of the best from this year.

Series champions from all regions are well represented. From the SPEARS SRL Southwest Tour Series, champion Derek Thorn is making a return to the Snowball Derby. Northwest Super Late Model Series Champion Garrett Evans also filed an entry, but will be unable to make the trip.

Also from the west, NASCAR K&N Pro Series West title holder Todd Gilliland will be on hand. Canadian driver Raphael Lessard who won the CARS Super Late Model title will visit Pensacola. Donnie Wilson who captured the Southern Super Series crown will again be at Five Flags looking to better his runner-up finish from 2010. 

The @DGR_Racing is officially Snowball Derby bound! #TheyAllHumorMeWithPictures #GonnaBeALongNight pic.twitter.com/BdgTXNRGD5

— Michelle Gilliland (@MrsDGilly) November 25, 2016

One of the hottest drivers in recent memory, Ty Majeski comes to town looking to complete his Snowball Derby magic that left him third a year go. Majeski won the New Smyrna World Series Super Late Model title at Speedweeks, the ARCA Midwest Tour title for the third year in a row and the Florida Governor’s Cup 200.

Big race winners will also flock to the Snowball Derby as well as Dick Trickle 99 winner Dan Fredrickson will return to the Derby. Red-Eye 100 winner Cole Anderson will look to bookend the season with a win after winning the season’s first race. Christian Eckes won last weeks Myrtle Beach 400 in a Late Model Stock Car and will head to Pensacola as well. All American 400 winner Bubba Pollard will look to grab his second major of the season at the Snowball Derby.

Track champions are well represented from the Five Flags season. Two-time and defending Blizzard Series champion Casey Roderick is in the field looking for his first Snowball Derby win. Also this year’s track Pro Late Model champion Bret Holmes will mix it up in the Super Late Model ranks.

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Also in the field are former winners John Hunter Nemechek, Clay Rogers and two-time winner Augie Grill. All three will be in contention for another victory.

There are several other champions from other years in the mix, but all these honors just proves this is the deepest Super Late Model field out there.

The 49th Annual Snowball Derby weekend kicks off on Wednesday, November 30 with the Cat Country/WEAR TV3 Green Flag Pit Party and Qualifying Order Draw Down.

Thursday, December 1 will see the Super Late Models take to the track for the first official Snowball Derby practice. The night will be highlighted by a 30-lap race for the Butler U-Pull-It Bombers and a 50-lap event for the Dock on the Beach Sportsmen division.

The top Snowball Derby starting spots will be set on Friday, December 2 during NASH FM 102.7 Pole Night. The Faith Chapel Super Stocks and the Modifieds will each run 50-lap features.

The Pro Late Models take center stage on Saturday, December 3 for the Allen Turner Hyundai Snowflake 100. The 50-lap Last Chance Qualifier for the Snowball Derby and a 50-lap feature for the Beef O’Brady’s Pro Truck division will also run on Saturday night.

Then on Sunday, December 4 the green flag will fly over the 49th Annual Snowball Derby. The 300-lap race will begin at 2 p.m. CT.

For more information on the 49th Annual Snowball Derby weekend at Five Flags Speedway, visit www.snowballderby.com. All media credential requests and inquiries for the Snowball Derby can be sent to Pat Bryant at Pat@SnowballDerby.com.

Race fans unable to make their way to Pensacola, Florida during Snowball Derby week will be able to watch all of the racing action live on Speed51.com. Four-day video tickets are now available at a savings of $20. Visit Speed51.com today for more information.

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-By Elgin Traylor, Speed51.com Contributor

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— Brian Neudorff (@NASCAR_WXMAN) November 21, 2016

49th Annual Snowball Derby Entry List

The entry list for the 49th Annual Snowball Derby has surpassed the 60-driver mark and is continuing to grow with a deep talent pool from top to bottom.

The top Snowball Derby starting spots will be set on Friday, December 2 during NASH FM 102.7 Pole Night.

(Entries Received As of 11/8/16)

CAR #	DRIVER	HOMETOWN
01	Derek Scott, Jr	Franklin, TX
10	Steve Dorer	Lakeland, FL
11	David Rogers	Orlando, FL
11	Logan Boyett	Pensacola, FL
12	Harrison Burton	Huntersville, NC
13	Cassius Clark	Farmington, ME
14	Chris Davidson	Pearland, TX
14	Connor Okrzesik	Grand Bay, AL
14L	Ryan Luza	Cypress, TX
15	Christian Eckes	Cornelius, NC
16	Brandon McReynolds	Mooresville, NC
16	Jacob Gomes	Manteca, CA
19	Kason Plott	Marietta, GA
2	Alex Rosenberry	New Philadelphia, OH
20	Spencer Davis	Dawsonville, GA
20	Cole Rouse	Fort Smith, AR
22	Trevor Noles	Fuquay-Varina, NC
23	Spencer Gallagher	Statesville, NC
26	Bubba Pollard	Senoia, GA
26	Chandler Smith	Jasper, GA
29	Caleb Adrian	Walcott, IA
2W	Donnie Wilson	Oklahoma City, OK
3	Kaz Grala	Westbrough, MA
30	Bobby Knox, Jr.	Clanton, AL
31	Kyle Grissom	Concord, NC
36	Dan Fredrickson	Northfield, MN
4	Dalton Armstrong	New Castle, IN
4	Kyle Plott	Marietta, GA
42	Chad Finley	Dewitt, MI
43	Dennis Schoenfeld	Van Buren, AR
43	Derek Thorn	Bakersfield, CA
48	Preston Peltier	Concord, NC
4D	Dakoda Armstrong	Cornellius, NC
5	Korbin Forister	Cedartown, GA
5	Noah Gragson	Las Vegas, NV
5	Jerry Artuso	Sault Ste. Marie, OC
51	Brandon Oakley	Beavercreek, OH
51	Michael Atwell	Naples, FL
51	Christopher Bell	Norman, OK
51	Stephen Nasse	Pinellas Park, FL
54	Todd Gilliland	Sherrills Ford, NC
55	Dalton Sargeant	Boca Raton, FL
58	Tyler Ankrum	Colton, CA
58	John Coffman	Live Oak, FL
64	Garrett Evans	Wenatchee, WA
66	Logan Bearden	Leander, TX
67	Clay Rogers	Mooresville, NC
7	Casey Roderick	Lawrenceville, GA
7	Corey LaJoie	Concord, NC
77	Zane Smith	Huntington Beach, CA
79	Kyle Bryant	Navarre, FL
8	John Hunter Nemechek	Mooresville, NC
82	Grant Enfinger	Kannapolis, NC
83	Scotty Ellis	Forsyth, GA
88	Garrett Jones	Mooresville, NC
88	Roger Reuse	Birmingham, AL
9	Derek Kraus	Stratford, WI
9	Jeff Choquette	West Palm Beach, FL
9	William Byron	Charlotte, NC
91	Ty Majeski	Seymour, WI
97	Cole Anderson	Northfield, MN
97	Cole Moore	Granite Bay, CA
98	Kenzie Ruston	Mooresville, NC
99	Casey Smith	Austin, TX
99	Raphael Lessard	St. Joseph, QC
99	Boris Jurkovic	Manhattan, IL
H2	Bret Holmes	Munford, AL
112	Augie Grill	Hayden, AL
158	Jeffrey Firestine	Vince, FL

🏁  Who are you rooting for? NASCAR Race Mom would love to see Derek Thorn or Todd Gilliland take home the trophy!

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49th Annual Snowball Derby Live

Pay-Per-View Broadcast on Speed51.com

Race fans, mark this date on your calendar: December 4, 2016.  Make sure that your only plans that day are to either be at Five Flags Speedway (FL) for the 49^th Annual Snowball Derby or to be on your couch watching a live signature video broadcast of the prestigious short track race on Speed51.com.

For the third consecutive year, the Snowball Derby will be available worldwide via a live, pay-per-view broadcast on Speed51.com.   Race fans unable to make it to the Pensacola, Florida area will have the opportunity to follow four days of racing action beginning Thursday and ending Sunday with a television-style broadcast of the 300-lap Super Late Model main event.

“We realize that not everyone can make it to Pensacola the first weekend of December, and the Speed51 TV broadcast provides the perfect platform for them to still enjoy the events,” said Tim Bryant, Promoter of Five Flags Speedway and the Snowball Derby.  “Any apprehensions we may have had about live coverage of the race, certainly went out the window when we heard stories from people around the country who hosted ‘Super Bowl-type’ parties for the Derby.”

The live broadcast of the 49^th Annual Snowball Derby will bring fans closer to the action than ever with up to 10 camera angles during the biggest races of the weekend, an in-house broadcast team including pit reporters with more driver interviews than ever before.  The broadcast will also feature enhanced video features and graphical elements.

“We’ve been working hard on the pre-production of this for a couple of months.  This is the Super Bowl of Short Track Late Model racing; an end of the season ‘go-for-it-all’ style of race and we hope to capture some of what the event is about for those that watch our broadcast from all over the map,” said Bob Dillner, Executive Editor for Speed51.com powered by JEGS.  “There is no way to create the feel of actually being at the Snowball Derby; it’s a bucket list event, but we have a lot of new things to debut in our broadcasts of all four days.”

Speed51.com’s live broadcast of the 2016 Snowball Derby will begin on Thursday with a live two-hour broadcast of Snowball Derby and Snowflake 100 practice beginning at 2 p.m. CT.  Those who purchase Thursday’s live video ticket or a four-day video package will be able to watch a replay of that practice session on-demand after its completion.

51’s cameras will start rolling again later in the night on Thursday as the grassroots racers in the Bomber and Sportsman divisions put on a show during their features at Five Flags Speedway.

Friday’s broadcast will be highlighted by the always-intense Snowball Derby qualifying.  With nearly 70 drivers expected, only 30 of those drivers will lock into the big race. The live broadcast on Friday night will also include 50-lap features for the Super Stocks and Modifieds.

On Saturday, Speed51.com will go live at 2 p.m. CT for Snowflake 100 qualifying, as well as Snowflake and Snowball Derby last chance qualifiers.  The night will be headlined by the biggest Pro Late Model race in the country, the Snowflake 100 at 7 p.m. CT.  In addition, the 50-lap Pro Truck feature will also be broadcast live for those at home.

Sunday afternoon will feature a television-style broadcast of the 49^th Annual Snowball Derby, including a two-hour pre-race show beginning at 12 p.m. CT leading up to pre-race ceremonies and the green flag.  The live broadcast will bring you behind the scenes with live pit reports, in-car communication with drivers and more.

Racing fans can purchase a four-day live video package for just $69.99.  Daily packages are available, however, the four-day video tickets offers fans a savings of $20.

If you’re unable to watch all four days of racing, an individual video ticket to watch Sunday’s 300-lap Snowball Derby is available for $29.99.  Saturday’s broadcast of the Snowflake 100 and more can be purchased for $24.99.

A video ticket to watch the always-intense Snowball Derby qualifying and feature races on Friday is $19.99, while Thursday’s broadcast of practice and features can be purchased for $14.99.

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The 49th Annual Snowball Derby weekend kicks off on Wednesday, November 30 with the Cat Country/WEAR TV3 Green Flag Pit Party and Qualifying Order Draw Down.

Thursday, December 1 will see the Super Late Models take to the track for the first official Snowball Derby practice.  The night will be highlighted by a 30-lap race for the Butler U-Pull-It Bombers and a 50-lap event for the Dock on the Beach Sportsmen division.

The top Snowball Derby starting spots will be set on Friday, December 2 during NASH FM 102.7 Pole Night.  The Faith Chapel Super Stocks and the Modifieds will each run 50-lap features.

The Pro Late Models take center stage on Saturday, December 3 for the Allen Turner Hyundai Snowflake 100. The 50-lap Last Chance Qualifier for the Snowball Derby and a 50-lap feature for the Beef O’Brady’s Pro Truck division will also run on Saturday night.

Then on Sunday, December 4 the green flag will fly over the 49th Annual Snowball Derby. The 300-lap race will begin at 2 p.m. CT.

For more information on the 49th Annual Snowball Derby weekend at Five Flags Speedway, visit www.snowballderby.com. All media credential requests and inquiries for the Snowball Derby can be sent to Pat Bryant at Pat@SnowballDerby.com.  

51 Sports/Snowball Derby Press Release

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