Tim Hartman Jr Earns Big Red One Hard Charger On His Way To Mr. Crate Track USA Victory At Lebanon Valley

08/28/25: Tim Hartman Jr. (22) races with Tavien Blowers (43) for position during the 20-lap Mr. Crate Track USA feature event. (Bill McGaffin Photo | CDRA 2025)

WEST LEBANON, NY – Mr. Crate Track USA returned to Lebanon Valley Speedway Thursday night and Tim Hartman Jr. stomped the yard for an impressive 20-lap feature victory and extending his CDRA racing series lead with one point paying race left on the 2025 schedule.

Middleburgh, NY racer Connor Prokop and East Greenbush, NY true valley rookie sensation AJ Albreada would lead the field to the green flag where the top spot would be hotly contested early and often. Defending series champion Taylor Wason of Middlegrove, NY took a big swing at the top spot going 3-wide with with the 22a and 12p cars.

Albreada driving his Rob Albreada Snap-On Tools number 22a, pulled a crossover on Wason’s Lenihan Paving 07w machine and assumed the lead. The aforementioned Midtel Solutions 12p of Prokop was left to battle with East Nassau, NY racer Owen Lewis and hard charging series point leader Tim Hartman Jr. who was coming fast with his MRP Companies number 22 Troyer.

After a spirited duel between Albreada, Wason, and Hartman it was TH2 emerging in the top spot by the halfway point in the race. Albreada was secure in second, while Wason found himself in a battle with Prokop, Brookfield, CT racer Nick Giardini, and Raymertown, NY racer Dylan Grogan for top five positions.

Otis, MA racer Ray Hall Jr. was on the move from his 13th starting position with his Gary J. O’Brien Property Services 57. Hall was one of three drivers to improve six positions while earning a top 10 finish, with the other two being Tim Hartman Jr. and Nick Giardini. Hartman would be awarded the Big Red One Hard Charger by virtue of his win.

For Hartman it was another trip to victory lane, as he picked up the Mr. Crate Track USA win. It was his 4th CDRA racing series win, which is more than any other competitor in two seasons of Capital District Racing Association competition.

Rounding out the top five were AJ Albreada, Connor Prokop, Nick Giardini, and Taylor Wason. Albreada was awarded Newcomer Of The Race for his second-place finish.

NOTES: At Mr. Crate Track USA, it’s important to note the efforts by Caroga Lake, NY racer Tavien Blowers. The CDRA regular earned a 10th place finish respectively after starting 15th and moved into third in series standings. Round Lake, NY racer Nick Brundige was also on hand at Lebanon Valley Speedway, as he’s been a welcomed addition to the regulars this season. Brundige earned a 15th place finish respectively and moved into fourth in series standings just 9 points behind Blowers.

TITLE WATCH: Tim Hartman Jr. is one race away from securing the Season Two (2025) JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA racing series presented by Elmo’s Speed Supply title. After his Mr. Crate Track USA win, TH2 extended his point lead to 28 over defending series champion Taylor Wason. Speaking of Wason, he has without question silenced his critics. Still mathematically in the hunt for the championship, Taylor earned a tour win and has gone Hoosier-to-Hoosier with red hot Hartman for the series crown. No matter how it shakes out at Albany-Saratoga for Malta Massive Weekend, Wason has been a worthy champion.

UP NEXT FOR CDRA: The series heads back to Albany-Saratoga Speedway on Friday September 19th for the Great Crate Classic at Malta Massive Weekend. It’s also part of the DIRTcar Sportsman Fall Championship series meaning the competition will be fierce.

CDRA is a nostalgic throwback to the CVRA days. A series designed specifically for Capital District racing. Season two schedule consists of a diverse schedule at storied dirt tracks like the great race place, the fastest quarter mile on dirt, and the valley of speed. Drivers who do travel the Capitaland will earn hardware and some green for their efforts.

For more information on CDRA visit http://www.cdraracing.com on the web. Fans and drivers can also find CDRA on Social Media at http://www.facebook.com/cdraracing. Be sure to save, like, and follothee faw.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

08/28/25 JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing Presented By Elmo’s Speed Supply | Joe Wilkinson & Sons Excavating Mr. Crate Track USA Feature Results (20 Laps): 1. 22-Tim Hartman Jr [7]; 2. 22a-AJ Albreada [2]; 3. 12p-Connor Prokop [1]; 4. 399-Nick Giardini [10]; 5. 07w-Taylor Wason [3]; 6. 34-Dylan Grogan [6]; 7. 57-Ray Hall Jr [13]; 8. 7s-Michael Sabia [8]; 9. 7c-Brady Cordova [9]; 10. 43-Tavien Blowers [15]; 11. 85-Justin Gozzi [14]; 12. 711-Chris Crane Jr [4]; 13. 19-Owen Lewis [5]; 14. 711x-Connor Crane [11]; 15. 916-Nick Brundige [18]; 16. 5ej-EJ Gallup [21]; 17. 611-John Agor [19]; 18. 307-Karl Barnes [17]; 19. 61-Alex Palmer-Sawyer [20]; 20. 313-Cam Van Zandt [16]; 21. 96-Anthony Maxon [12].

J-Tees Screen Printing Fast Timer: Dylan Grogan (22.437)
Big Red One Hard Charger: Tim Hartman Jr. (7th to 1st)
Newcomer of the Race: AJ Albreada (2nd)
Lap Leaders: AJ Albreada (1-7) & Tim Hartman Jr. (8-20)
Outstanding Performance: Nick Giardini (4th)
Who Finished Fifth: Taylor Wason

08/28/25 JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing Presented By Elmo’s Speed Supply | Joe Wilkinson & Sons Excavating Mr. Crate Track USA Heat Race #1 Results (8 Laps): 1. 22-AJ Albreada[3]; 2. 711X-Connor Crane[1]; 3. 34-Dylan Grogan[7]; 4. 7S-Michael Sabia[4]; 5. 57-Ray Hall Jr[5]; 6. 313-Cam Van Zandt[2]; 7. 916-Nick Brundige[6].

08/28/25 JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing Presented By Elmo’s Speed Supply | Joe Wilkinson & Sons Excavating Mr. Crate Track USA Heat Race #2 Results (8 Laps): 1. 12P-Connor Prokop[1]; 2. 711C-Chris Crane Jr[3]; 3. 96-Anthony Maxon[4]; 4. 19-Owen Lewis[2]; 5. 85-Justin Gozzi[5]; 6. 5EJ-EJ Gallup[7]; 7. 611-John Agor[6].

08/28/25 JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing Presented By Elmo’s Speed Supply | Joe Wilkinson & Sons Excavating Mr. Crate Track USA Heat Race #3 Results (8 Laps): 1. 22H-Tim Hartman Jr[3]; 2. 7C-Brady Cordova[2]; 3. 07W-Taylor Wason[5]; 4. 399-Nick Giardini[7]; 5. 43-Tavien Blowers[1]; 6. 307-Karl Barnes[4]; 7. 61-Alex Palmer Sawyer[6].

08/28/25 JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing Presented By Elmo’s Speed Supply | Joe Wilkinson & Sons Excavating Mr. Crate Track USA Hot Lap/Fast Time Results (3 Laps): 1. 34-Dylan Grogan (22.437); 2. 7C-Brady Cordova (22.444); 3. 711-Chris Crane Jr (22.481); 4. 07W-Taylor Wason (22.508); 5. 399-Nick Giardini (22.563); 6. 22a-AJ Albreada (22.618); 7. 22-Tim Hartman Jr (22.774); 8. 96-Anthony Maxon (22.788); 9. 7s-Michael Sabia (22.842); 10. 12p-Connor Prokop (22.847); 11. 57-Ray Hall Jr (22.900); 12. 307-Karl Barnes (22.963); 13. 611-John Agor (22.967); 14. 711x-Connor Crane (22.976); 15. 313-Cam Van Zandt (22.996); 16. 43-Tavien Blowers (23.025); 17. 5EJ-EJ Gallup (23.035); 18. 61-Alex Palmer-Sawyer (23.129); 19. 19-Owen Lewis (23.140); 20. 916-Nick Brundige (23.148); 21. 85-Justin Gozzi (23.188).

2025 CDRA POINT RACE SCHEDULE
04/18/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway ✔
07/25/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway ✔
06/01/25 – Glen Ridge Motorsports Park ✔
08/03/25 – Glen Ridge Motorsports Park ✔
08/28/25 – Lebanon Valley Speedway ✔
09/19/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway

Official Primary CDRA Marketing Partners For 2025 include: Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply.

Official Associate CDRA Partners For 2025 Include: Fox Racing Shox, SD Marketing and Designs LLC, Herrington Farms LLC, J-Tees Screen Printing, McGaffin Family Photography, and Final Reward Trophies.

Official Affiliate CDRA Partners For 2025 Include: DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, GM Performance 602 Crate Engines, Mad Skins Race Car Bodies, Cordova Plumbing & Heating, Bart Contracting, Hayes Trucking & Excavating, New Deals Used Cars, Joe Wilkinson & Sons Excavating, County Waste, and Doug Wholey Ideal Excavation.

Official Media | Social Partners For 2025 Include: Area Auto Racing News, Hazilla Brands, My Race Pass, DIRTvision, DTDtv, Race Pro Weekly, Dirt Track Digest, Race New York, Doug’s Dirt Diary.

Official CDRA Race Titles For 2025 Include: Sportsman Modified Spring Showdown (ALB), Montgomery County Brawl (GRMP), Flying Trowel 32 (ALB), Rumble At The Ridge (GRMP), Mr. Crate Track USA (LVS), and Great Crate Classic – Malta Massive Weekend (ALB).

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 winner’s 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 Elmo’s Speed Supply, please visit http://www.cdraracing.com.

CDRA Race Day At Lebanon Valley Speedway With Sportsman Modifieds For Mr. Crate Track USA

08/28/25: Owen Lewis (19), Dylan Grogan (34), and Craig Wholey (98) race for qualifying position at Lebanon Valley Speedway. (Gabrielle’s Photo | LVS 2025)

WEST LEBANON, NY – Tonight, in the valley of speed the JAM Performance CDRA Racing Series points championship presented by Elmo’s Speed Supply rolls into Lebanon Valley Speedway for Mr. Crate Track USA joining an action-packed race card featuring the Super DIRTcar Big Block Modified Series and DIRTcar Pro Stocks.

Lebanon Valley Speedway is hosting the annual Mr. Dirt Track Super DIRTcar Big Block Modified Series event that pays a staggering $15,500 to the winner. During the program also featured are the stars and cars of the CDRA Sportsman Modified Series racing for a $1,000 to win payday. It will be a full draw/redraw format for the Sportsman competitors.

For the CDRA Sportsman Modified Series it’s the second appearance at the West Lebanon, NY dirt racing facility. Last season the Fireworks & Freedom race ran during Halloween in August, with Tim Hartman Jr. picking up the win. The second CDRA event at the valley was scheduled to be a companion race for Mr. Dirt Track, but it was rained out making tonight the official return of Mr. Crate Track USA.

Heading into racing action on Thursday August 28th Glenville, NY racer Tim Hartman Jr. holds a 22-point lead over defending series champion Taylor Wason of Middlegrove, NY. Rounding out the top five in points are Amsterdam, NY racer Zach Buff, Caroga Lake, NY racer Tavien Blowers, and Round Lake, NY racer Nick Brudige who also leads all drivers for Newcomer Of The Year honors.

“Our season is winding down and it’s still anybody’s title to earn. However it shakes out I’m proud of these drivers. Timmy has proven himself arguably the most dominant wheelman in the Capital District. Taylor has defended his championship valiantly. Tavien is in the mix for a title for the second consecutive year. Zach remains consistent. And Nick is a refreshing surprise in the NOTY battle. Season two has lived up to the hype,” said competition director Rob Hazer.

UP NEXT FOR CDRA: After Mr. Crate Track USA the CDRA series heads back to the great race place, Albany-Saratoga Speedway on Friday September 19th for the Great Crate Classic points finale, which also is part of the DIRTcar Sportsman Fall Championship series.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

2025 CDRA POINT RACE SCHEDULE
04/18/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Spring Showdown ✔
07/25/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Flying Trowel 32 ✔
08/03/25 – Glen Ridge Motorsports Park | Rumble At The Ridge ✔
08/10/25 – Glen Ridge Motorsports Park | Montgomery County Brawl ✔
08/28/25 – Lebanon Valley Speedway | Mr. Crate Track USA
09/19/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Great Crate Classic

Official Primary CDRA Marketing Partners For 2025 include: Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply.

Official Media | Social Partners For 2025 Include: Area Auto Racing News, Hazilla Brands, My Race Pass, DIRTvision, DTDtv, Race Pro Weekly, Dirt Track Digest, Race New York, Doug’s Dirt Diary.

For the latest news, results, point standings, and more about the CDRA Series presented by JAM Performance and Elmo’s Speed Supply, please visit http://www.cdraracing.com.

CDRA Begins Grueling Month Of August Racing Thanks To Mother Nature Going Back-To-Back At Glen Ridge Followed By Lebanon Valley

07/28/25: CDRA tour regular Tavien Blowers (43) races with Newcomer Of The Year contender Nick Brundige (916) for qualifying position at Albany-Saratoga Speedway. (Jeremy McGaffin Photo | CDRA 2025)

FONDA, NY – Mother Nature didn’t do anyone favors this season with many events getting forced to cancel or reschedule. The JAM Performance CDRA Racing Series presented by Elmo’s Speed Supply wasn’t immune to rain delayed events, and now the chase for the 2025 Capital District Crown enters a Grueling mini ‘hell tour’ scenario that began Friday at the great race place.

The Montgomery County Brawl scheduled to be part of a co-promoted event at Glen Ridge Motorsports Park along with DIRTcar East Series racing, was washed out sadly. CDRA officials worked with Ridge officials to reschedule the event to Sunday August 10th. That sets up a unique situation for all involved going forward this season.

One week prior to the rescheduled Montgomery County Brawl at Glen Ridge is the originally scheduled Rumble At The Ridge, which was set for Sunday August 3rd at the beginning of the year. It is part of the DIRTcar Sportsman Fall Series event at the fastest quarter mile on dirt. But that’s not where the CDRA’s mini ‘hell tour’ ends.

Just two weeks after the Rumble At The Ridge CDRA/DIRTcar Sportsman Series event is the highly anticipated return of Mr. Crate Track USA at Lebanon Valley Speedway on Thursday August 28th. It’s part of the Super DIRTcar Series Mr. DIRT Track USA event, which is one circled on a driver’s schedule in the spring as one of the most challenging events of the season.

So, when put together you have CDRA points paying races July 25th (Flying Trowel 32 at Albany-Saratoga Won By Tim Hartman Jr.), August 3rd (Rumble At The Ridge at Glen Ridge), August 10th (Montgomery County Brawl at Glen Ridge), and August 28th (Mr. Crate Track USA at Lebanon Valley). 4 points paying races in 5 weeks will test drivers and their will to win the Season Two (2025) championship.

After two races Chris Jakubiak leads the point standings with 206 and a win, but is just one point ahead of Tim Hartman Jr. who also has visited Scott Duell Marketing & Designs victory lane. Bennington, VT racer Joey Scarborough sits third in points with 198, with Dylan Madsen of Spencertown, NY fourth with 195, and Canaan, CT young gun and Newcomer Of The Year contender Connor Crane in fifth with 193.

“It’s crazy how it worked out, but we had to do it so we could get drivers at least six races for points and leave us as a series some space just in case we need to reschedule events prior to our season finale on September 19th during Malta Massive Weekend,” said competition director Rob Hazer.

UP NEXT FOR CDRA: Focus shifts to Glen Ridge Motorsports Park for a DIRTcar Sportsman Series event that doubles as a points paying race for CDRA competitors on Sunday August 3rd for a Rumble At The Ridge.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

2025 CDRA POINT RACE SCHEDULE
04/18/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Spring Showdown ✔
07/25/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Flying Trowel 32 ✔
08/03/25 – Glen Ridge Motorsports Park | Rumble At The Ridge
08/10/25 – Glen Ridge Motorsports Park | Montgomery County Brawl
08/28/25 – Lebanon Valley Speedway | Mr. Crate Track USA
09/19/25 – Albany-Saratoga Speedway | Great Crate Classic

Official Primary CDRA Marketing Partners For 2025 include: Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply.

Official Media | Social Partners For 2025 Include: Area Auto Racing News, Hazilla Brands, My Race Pass, DIRTvision, DTDtv, Race Pro Weekly, Dirt Track Digest, Race New York, Doug’s Dirt Diary.

Official CDRA Race Titles For 2025 Include: Spring Showdown (ALB), Montgomery County Brawl (GRMP), Flying Trowel 32 (ALB), Rumble At The Ridge (GRMP), Mr. Crate Track USA (LVS), and Great Crate Classic – Malta Massive Weekend (ALB).

For the latest news, results, point standings, and more about the CDRA Series presented by JAM Performance and Elmo’s Speed Supply, please visit http://www.cdraracing.com.

CDRA Season Two Primary Schedule Set With Six Big Time Races Scheduled Between Albany-Saratoga, Lebanon Valley, and Glen Ridge

03/11/25: Drivers fight for qualifying position at Albany-Saratoga Speedway. (Jann McGaffin Photo / RPW)

FONDA, NY – Season Two of the JAM Performance CDRA Racing Series presented by Elmo’s Speed Supply is ambitious. There’s a buzz surrounding the championship points chase, which consists of six action packed special events at historic Capital District tracks like Albany-Saratoga, Glen Ridge, and Lebanon Valley.

At the time of this release there are six confirmed points paying races, with the option to expand to seven on the table. Once again CDRA is humbled by the support shown for the series project and strives to promote drivers and sponsors of participating tracks. Now, let’s talk about events.

𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘂𝘁 | The points paying season starts at Albany-Saratoga Speedway with a race CDRA has dubbed the Sportsman Modified Spring Shootout, as part of a huge 60th season kickoff with the Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modifieds and Pro Stocks on Friday April 18th presented in part by Cordova Plumbing & Heating and Bart Contracting.

𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗵𝗲𝗺 | Race number two for tour points takes racers to Glen Ridge Motorsports Park for a race CDRA officials titled Quarter Mile Mayhem on Sunday June 1st. It’ll feature the DIRTcar Sportsman East Series along with DIRTcar 358 Modifieds, Pro Stocks, Mini Stocks, and more. Presented in part by Hayes Trucking and DIRTcar Racing.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗹 𝟯𝟮 | Next on the schedule of points paying races CDRA swings back to the great race place for The Flying Trowel 32 on Friday July 25th. A special event on the Albany-Saratoga Speedway schedule is Stan The Man Night, which honors track promoter Lyle DeVore’s father Stan. Presented in part by Elmo’s Speed Supply and Ideal Excavating.

𝗥𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 | Points paying race number three takes CDRA championship hopefuls back to Fultonville, NY for a Rumble At The Ridge on Sunday August 3rd. It’ll again feature the DIRTcar Sportsman Series along with DIRTcar 358 Modifieds, Pro Stocks, Mini Stocks, and more. Presented in part by New Deals Used Cars and DIRTcar Racing.

𝗠𝗿. 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗨𝗦𝗔 | The ‘valley swing’ is a game changer, as CDRA heads to Lebanon Valley Speedway on Thursday August 28th for a race Sportsman Modified drivers covet in the Capital District, Mr. Crate Track USA. It’s part of an annual tradition in West Lebanon, NY the popular Mr. Dirt Track USA Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modified show. Pro Stocks are also on the race card, and it’s presented in part by Wilkinson & Sons Excavating and County Waste.

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 | Back by popular demand the CDRA points championship night returns to Albany-Saratoga Speedway on Friday September 19th as part of Malta Massive Weekend. Once again paired with DIRTcar Sportsman fall series racing, fans can also enjoy DIRTcar 358 Modified series, Street Stocks, and SDS Big Block Modified practice. Presented in part by Elmo’s Speed Supply, Ideal Excavating, and DIRTcar racing.

“I’ve been keeping busy setting up season two while I recover and rehab from a serious health complication that put me down last July,” said CDRA competition director Rob Hazer.

He continued by saying, “With Malta celebrating 60 years, we wanted to do a little extra there. So, I appreciate the opportunity Lyle gave us. I also appreciate Ray from the Ridge and Ron from Lebanon for their continued support of CDRA. They all were understanding, had kind words of encouragement, and were excited to see the project continuing.”

Season Two will be a wild chase for the championship, and expect the challenge for defending champion Taylor Wason to be extreme. It’s a lucrative six race regional series sure to bring out the toughest Sportsman Modified competitors in the Capitaland.

“We’re just doing our thing and continuing to inject positivity in our area’s racing scene. I’m glad folks continue to enjoy. That’s the only reward we need,” concluded Rob Hazer.

For more information on CDRA visit http://www.cdraracing.com on the web. Fans and drivers can also find CDRA on Social Media at http://www.facebook.com/cdraracing. Be sure to save, like, and follow.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, SD Designs & Marketing LLC, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla Brands, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, GM Performance 602 Crate Engines, McGaffin Family Photography, and Final Reward Trophies. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting Capital District Racing Association.

SCHEDULE NEWS: Lebanon Valley Speedway Mr. Dirt Track USA Sportsman Program Again Serves As CDRA Points Paying Race

03/03/25: Lebanon Valley Speedway continues to ramp up their 2025 season and will again include CDRA Mr. Crate Track USA. (Lebanon Valley Logo / LVS)

FONDA, NY – Season two (2025) fires off turn four in just 47 days for the JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing series presented by Elmo’s Speed & Supply. We continue to lock in our scheduled points paying races including a Mr. Dirt Track USA appearance at Lebanon Valley Speedway.

– 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟴𝘁𝗵 will be a CDRA points paying event in the valley of speed during one of their biggest events of the season. Mr. Dirt Track USA night features Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modifieds battling for a 15-5 prize. Also, on the race card are DIRTcar Sportsman Modifieds and DIRTcar Pro Stocks.

Last season Tim Hartman Jr. Racing won the CDRA race dubbed Mr. Crate Track USA defending home turf. Lebanon’s track champion was followed by Michael Sabia, Brady Cordova, Alex Bell, and Nick Giardini rounding out the top five.

– 𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯𝘀! Drivers will have an opportunity to earn series points towards the CDRA title paying $2,025 to the champion in 2025!

✅ Thanks to track General Manager Ron Dwyer, and the rest of the staff at Lebanon Valley for their continued support of our project.

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla Brands, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, GM Performance 602 Crate Engines, McGaffin Family Photography, and Final Reward Trophies. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting the Capital District Racing Association.

Sabia, Giardini, and Burk Make Their Mark With Podium Finishes But Hartman Dominated Lebanon Valley

2/26/25: Nick Giardini (399) races with Connor Prokop (12p) and Karl Barnes (307) at Lebanon Valley Speedway during CDRA points paying race action. (Jeremy McGaffin Photo / CDRA)

FONDA, NY – Let’s talk podium finishes again, this time checking in with Lebanon Valley Speedway. Did you know that Tim Hartman Jr. dominated the Sportsman Modified competition with record setting runs including 13 podium finishes, all wins?!

Of those wins, one came during a JAM Performance CDRA points paying race presented by Elmo’s Speed Supply in August.

Matt Burke was apparently the only other driver with a ticket to the victory lane party after parking it on the front stretch to close the season in West Lebanon, NY. It was his only podium finish on the year.

Michael Sabia tried hard to put his Teo Pro Car elite in victory lane, which earned him six podium finishes. He had four runner up finishes and a pair of third place runs, but never made it to the front stretch for a celebratory dub.

Impressive to note are the five podium finishes earned by Nick Giardini. They were all runner up finishes including three consecutive to start the season in 2024.

As part of our commitment to participating tracks we share weekly results and/or stats from the Sportsman Modified division as a lead up to CDRA points paying race results and/or stats. We appreciate the valley of speed, what they offer to Capital District racing, and their support of CDRA.

CDRA is a nostalgic throwback to CVRA days. A series designed specifically for Capital District racing. Six races make up a diverse schedule at storied dirt tracks to crown a champion. Are you brave enough to live life on the ridge, battle at the great race place, and tame the valley of speed? The drivers who do will earn hardware and some green for their efforts.

For more information on CDRA visit http://www.cdraracing.com on the web. Fans and drivers can also find CDRA on Social Media at http://www.facebook.com/cdraracing. Be sure to save, like, and follow.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla Brands, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, GM Performance 602 Crate Engines, McGaffin Family Photography, and Final Reward Trophies. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting the Capital District Racing Association.

CDRA Tentative Season Two (2025) Points Paying Race Schedule

01/23/25: Zach Buff (01), Tyler Bobar (12b), and Stephen Gray (25) race 3-wide for position at Glen Ridge Motorsports Park. (Tyler Clemons Photo / RPW)

FONDA, NY – Series officials will soon have the full JAM Performance & Consulting CDRA Racing presented by Elmo’s Speed & Supply schedule ready to go with six points paying races for Sportsman Modifieds in the Capital District.

Two Albany-Saratoga Speedway dates are confirmed with a possible third TBA. Next up is locking in PPR’s for the fastest 1/4 mile on dirt, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park and the high banks of Lebanon Valley Speedway.

2025 𝘛𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘦 𝘖𝘧 𝘗𝘗𝘙’𝘴
✅ April 18th – ALB – 60th Season Kickoff Celebration w/SDS Big Block Modifieds – (𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒)
☑️ June 1st – GRMP – (DIRTcar Sportsman Modified East Series) – (𝑇𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑇𝑜 𝐵𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑 & 𝑆𝑢𝑏𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑇𝑜 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒)
☑️ July – TBD – (𝑇𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑇𝑜 𝐵𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑 & 𝑆𝑢𝑏𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑇𝑜 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒)
☑️ August 3rd – GRMP – (DIRTcar Sportsman Modified Championship Series) – (𝑇𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑇𝑜 𝐵𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑 & 𝑆𝑢𝑏𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑇𝑜 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒)
☑️ August 28th – LVS – Mr. Dirt Track USA w/SDS Big Blocks – (𝑇𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑇𝑜 𝐵𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑 & 𝑆𝑢𝑏𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑇𝑜 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒)
✅ September 19th – ALB – Malta Massive Weekend w/SDS Big Blocks & DIRTcar Racing 358 Modifieds, Sportsman Modifieds, & Pro Stocks – (𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒)

𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 that CDRA works around track schedules and while we have a tentative idea of what we’d like to see as a fully confirmed schedule, it is subject to change. Be patient. Green checkmarks are confirmed PPR dates. Blue checkmarks are PPR dates we’re hopeful for. Thanks.

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla Brands, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, GM Performance 602 Crate Engines, McGaffin Family Photography, and Final Reward Trophies. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting the Capital District Racing Association.

Tim Hartman Jr Earns 2nd CDRA Victory With Halloween In August Triumph At Lebanon Valley

08/17/24: Big Time Little Tim parked it in victory lane again after winning the Halloween In August CDRA race at Lebanon Valley Speedway! (Jann McGaffin Photo)

𝟬𝟴/𝟭𝟳/𝟮𝟰 𝗝𝗔𝗠 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗗𝗥𝗔 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 / 𝗦&𝗦 𝗔𝘀𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗹𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 (𝟮𝟬 𝗟𝗮𝗽𝘀): 1. 22H-Tim Hartman Jr [2]; 2. 7S-Michael Sabia [1]; 3. 7C-Brady Cordova [6]; 4. 23-Alex Bell [5]; 5. 399-Nick Giardini [4]; 6. 307-Karl Barnes [7]; 7. 34-Dylan Grogan [11]; 8. 98-Craig Wholey [3]; 9. 12-Matt Burke [8]; 10. 711C-Chris Crane Jr [13]; 11. 07W-Taylor Wason [10]; 12. 89-Dylan Madsen [12]; 13. 43-Kevin Ames [17]; 14. 76-Mike Arnold [18]; 15. 33-Cody Ochs [14]; 16. 25-Colin Clow [20]; 17. 61-Alex Palmer Sawyer [22]; 18. 4NY-Keith Johannessen [15]; 19. 6-Pat Mann [21]; 20. 85-Justin Gozzi [22]; 21. 250-Alan Houghtaling [23]; 22. 12P-Connor Prokop [24].

Heat Race Winners – Michael Sabia, Tim Hartman Jr., and Craig Wholey

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla Brands, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, and GM Performance 602 Crate Engines. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting Capital District Racing Association.

Finish Line Designs Joins CDRA Marketing Partners Supporting Driver Direct Program

05/16/24: FLD (Finish Line Designs) Custom High Quality Embroidery Joins CDRA Marketing Partners. (Finish Line Designs Photo)

FONDA, NY – When the JAM Performance CDRA points paying season kicks off as part of the DIRTcar East Region Sportsman Modified event at Glen Ridge Motorsports Park Sunday May 19th it marks the begging of a championship chase that now includes Finish Line Designs as marketing partners supporting the Driver Direct program.

Driver Direct is a pilot program CDRA is building from the ground up, like the series, and builds a bridge between driver and marketing partner. Starting with JAM Performance and going down the final point standings, each marketing partner’s support goes directly to a driver in a specific position in the final point standings.

CDRA is excited to announce Finish Line Designs out of Oneida, NY has joined the family of marketing partners in support of the drivers. That’s after all, exactly what the Driver Direct Program is intended for. Now, whatever driver finishes fourth in final Capital District Racing Association points will earn $250 from FLD.

FLD support goes beyond just that, as they also present the CDRA victory lane sign and provided series feature winner stickers for each driver to win one of the six points paying races at either Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, or Glen Ridge Motorsports Park.

Finish Line Designs, or FLD, are well known for their high-quality custom embroidery on hats, shirts, jackets, hoodies, bags, accessories, and more. They also offer a full line of screen-printed products including sweatshirts, t-shirts, men’s, ladies, and youth sizes.

Maybe you’re in the need for vinyl printed graphics? FLD does that as well, with a full line of high-quality vehicle graphics, stickers, labels, decals, banners, business signs, or racecar wraps. FLD can help you promote your business or event, as well as gear up for any occasion.

“Meghan and Matt were really helpful and because of their kindness I offered the opportunity to be part of what we’re building with CDRA. We soft launched this series, keeping it kind of small and exclusive to the Capital District tracks with like-minded rules, but I explained the Driver Direct program and they were in. I appreciate their support and being a part of our project,” said CDRA competition director Rob Hazer.

CDRA is a nostalgic throwback to the CVRA days. A series designed specifically for Capital District racing. Six races make up a diverse schedule at storied dirt tracks to crown a champion. Are you brave enough to live life on the ridge, battle at the great race place, and tame the valley of speed? The drivers who do will earn hardware and some green for their efforts.

For more information on CDRA visit http://www.cdraracing.com on the web. Fans and drivers can also find CDRA on Social Media at http://www.facebook.com/cdraracing. Be sure to save, like, and follow.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

2024 CDRA Racing Series Schedule
Race #1 – May 19, 2024 (Glen Ridge) – DIRTcar East Sportsman Event
Race #2 – June 25, 2024 (Albany Saratoga) – Don Davies Memorial
Race #3 – July 28, 2024 (Glen Ridge) – Hall Of Fame Classic Night
Race #4 – August 17, 2024 (Lebanon Valley) – Halloween Night
Race #5 – August 31, 2024 (Lebanon Valley) – Mr. Dirt Track USA Night
Race #6 – September 20, 2024 (Albany Saratoga) – Malta Massive Weekend

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, and GM Performance 602 Crate Engines. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting Capital District Racing Association.

Track Spotlight: Lebanon Valley Swing Will Separate Contenders From Pretenders In CDRA Title Chase

05/04/24: Nick Giardini (399) and Tim Hartman Jr. (22) race for qualifying position on the high banks of Lebanon Valley Speedway. (Bobby Chalmers Photo)

FONDA, NY – On Route 20 in West Lebanon, NY stands a historic structure that can’t be missed. Home of the high banks, Lebanon Valley Speedway has hosted classic events and produced memorable rivalries. To earn the first ever JAM Performance CDRA title drivers will face the challenge of the valley swing in August.

Howard Commander is legendary in the promotional game, but he recruited his good friend Ron Dwyer to help freshen things up. It’s working. Their weekly program of Big Block Modifieds, Sportsman Modifieds, 358 Modifieds, Pro Stock, and Super Stocks has the high banks buzzing with energy. Throw in some Limited Sportsman and 4-Cylinder races and their Saturday night program rivals any for entertainment value.

JAM Performance CDRA Racing starts its valley swing, which is back-to-back races on the high banks of Lebanon Valley Speedway, on Saturday August 17th as part of their Halloween In August program. Visiting drivers can join regulars in their annual trick or treat meet and greet with fans on the front stretch handing out candy to kids in costumes and maybe signing an autograph or two.

CDRA Sportsman Modifieds return just two short weeks later to be part of another solid program at Lebanon Valley for Mr. Dirt Track USA on Saturday August 31st. The Super DIRTcar Big Block Modified Series headlines the program, with Sportsman Modifieds steed fast ready to compete for CDRA points. Also running are regular events for Limited Sportsman, Pro Stocks, and Super Stocks.

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ron and his son Olden, who races Modified at Lebanon, in the past. They supported a 358 Modified program we worked on. Ron said they’re (Lebanon) excited about this program that highlights Capital District racing, its drivers, and its historic tracks. I appreciate their kind words, which are hard to come by these days for anyone trying to make a positive impact on our sport,” said CDRA competition director Rob Hazer.

Nobody is hotter than Tim Hartman Jr. in Sportsman Modified racing at Lebanon Valley. He has gone to victory lane back-to-back at his Saturday night home for Parillo Racing. Drivers who might break his streak include Ricky Davis, Kevin Ward, Michael Sabia, or Justin Gozzi.

For more information on CDRA visit http://www.cdraracing.com on the web. Fans and drivers can also find CDRA on Social Media at http://www.facebook.com/cdraracing. Be sure to save, like, and follow.

Anyone interested in joining CDRA family of marketing partners can contact the series via website, phone, or e-mail.

CDRA is brought to you by marketing partners that include Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Glen Ridge Motorsports Park, JAM Performance, Elmo’s Speed Supply, Fox Racing Shox, Finish Line Designs, Full Throttle R/C Raceway, Hazilla, DIRTcar Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, and GM Performance 602 Crate Engines. Any information shared about participating Capital District tracks is obtained via website, social media, and/or track press. Information including but not limited to winners share, formats, laps, sponsors, or schedule dates are subject to change. Thank you for supporting Capital District Racing Association.