CANAAN, CT โ ๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐’๐ ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ผ? There are six racers in the hunt to win the L.D. Bossman Championship Trophy and earn their first JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA racing series title presented by Elmo’s Speed Supply. We will break them down one-by-one each Monday starting with point leader Chris Crane Jr.
The Canaan, CT racer has the easiest path to title town. If he wins, or finishes ahead of the other five championship contenders, the crown and L.D. Bossman Trophy is his. And, while he has indeed claimed victory during Malta Massive Weekend, itโs a task easier said than done.
Now, if Chris Crane Jr. doesnโt win, the opportunity for one of his competitors to climb to the top is there starting with second place Joey Scarborough, who is a mere 2 points behind. A win for the 11vt means no ticket to title town for Crane.
If Scarborough finishes any other position, Crane cannot be more than ONE spot behind. A second-place finish for Scarborough and fourth place finish for Crane means a tie and we go to the tiebreaker(s).
Chris Crane Jr. has two CDRA wins to his credit, but yet to park it in G&R Motorsports victory lane in 2026. He does have two top five finishes and 4 top 10โs. It would be an ideal time to earn a win during the championship deciding race at Malta.
โChris has a 2-point lead on Joey. I mean our entire top six are in the mix, and thatโs the positive drama you want in a point championship battle. But Crane is a great kid. Off track heโs doing big things socially, economically, and educationally. He graduated this year and to add a championship to all his off-track success would be nothing short of a career year for him,โ said CDRA competition director Rob Hazer.
Weโll look at the path for others to claim the title as we go, including title contenders Joey Scarborough, Connor Crane, Derrick McGrew Jr., Taylor Wason, and Nick Brundige. Next Monday weโll look at Joey Scarborough and his path to title town.
Get your popcorn ready race fans, as we near a title showdown for the crown September 25, 2026, at Albany-Saratoga Speedway for the Great Crate Classic during Malta Massive Weekend.
CDRA is a nostalgic throwback to CVRA days. Each season consists of a diverse schedule based around storied dirt tracks in the Capitaland such as Albany-Saratoga, Lebanon Valley, and Glen Ridge. Drivers who participate have the opportunity to earn hardware and monetary rewards for their efforts.
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2026 CDRA POINTS PAYING EVENTS
04/17/26 โ Albany-Saratoga Speedway | WINNER: Joey Scarborough
06/16/26 โ Lebanon Valley Speedway | WINNER: Tim Hartman Jr.
07/05/26 โ Glen Ridge Motorsports Park | WINNER: Connor Crane
07/24/26 โ Albany-Saratoga Speedway | WINNER: Tim Hartman Jr.
08/09/26 โ Glen Ridge Motorsports Park | WINNER: Derrick McGrew Jr.
09/25/26 โ Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Great Crate Classic w/SDS 358 Modified & DIRTcar Sportsman On Malta Massive Weekend
Official Primary CDRA Marketing Partners For 2026 include: Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance & Consulting, and Elmoโs Speed Supply.
Official Associate CDRA Partners For 2026 Include: Hazilla Brands, Herrington Farms LLC, J-Tees Screen Printing, Bill McGaffin Photo, Jann McGaffin Photography, Showstopper Designs & Photography, Saratoga Masonry Supply, Stoneโs Pharmacy, Race City Roll-Offs, G&R Motorsports, TC Creations, and Final Reward Trophies.
Official Affiliate CDRA Partners For 2026 Include: DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, GM Performance 602 Crate Engines, Fox Racing Shocks, Beyea Custom Headers, Mad Skins Race Car Bodies, and Post Time Photography.
Official Media | Social Partners For 2026 Include: Area Auto Racing News, My Race Pass, DIRTvision, DTDtv, Race Pro Weekly, Dirt Track Digest, Race New York, and RPM-Race Pro Media.
Official CDRA Point Paying Event Titles For 2026 Include: Spring Shootout (ALB), Great Crate Classic โ Malta Massive Weekend (ALB), Flying Trowel 32 (ALB), Montgomery County Brawl (GRMP), Rumble At The Ridge (GRMP), Mr. Crate Track USA (LVS), and Freedom & Fireworks (LVS).
Information shared about partners in Capital District Racing Association is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Info included but not limited to winnerโs share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change.
For the latest news, results, point standings, and more about the CDRA Series presented by JAM Performance and Elmoโs Speed Supply, please visit http://www.cdraracing.com.
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