TSRS Late Model Drivers

#2 TSRS Late Model - BOBBY TEER, JR.

 

Race Vehicle:  Monte Carlo

Crew Chief:  Bobby Teer, Sr.

Sponsors:  Red McCombs, Teer Roofing, Spreen Racing Engines, Swenson Racing, Terry’s Body Shop, NBJ Autocare

Notes: 2009 – Finished 3rd in TSRS Late Model points and Sportsman of the Year; 2004 – THR Super Stock Champion

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#3 TSRS Late Model - MIKE REININGER

 

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#04 TSRS Late Model - CORY ROPER

 

Race Vehicle: Lefhander Chevy

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Notes: 2002 Late Model Champion at Altus Speedway (Altus, OK) and Red River Speedway (Wichita Falls, TX)

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#4 TSRS Late Model - LEVI KRAUSS

 

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Crew Chief:  Mel Krauss

Sponsors:  AAA House Leveling, TexDive, Ruud Air Conditioning, BMF Shocks & Chassis, Simpson Racing Products

Notes: 2009 – Finished 7th in TSRS Late Model points; 2008 – ASA A-Line Super Stocks; 2006-2007 Lonestar Legacies

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#5 TSRS Late Model - BILL HAMILTON

 

Pit Crew:  Richard Owens (Crew Chief), Jeremy Adze, Rusty Adze

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# TSRS Late Model - HEATHER ABLES

 

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Sponsors:  TBA

Notes: 2002 Late Model Champion at Altus Speedway (Altus, OK) and Red River Speedway (Wichita Falls, TX)

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#6 TSRS Late Model - JASON HOLLANDER

 

Race Vehicle: Toyota Camry

Pit Crew:  Michael “Montana” Hayashi (Crew Chief), Brad “Bubba” Naumann, Mike Stratton, Jeff Smith, Ron “Cooter” White, Eric Hollander

Sponsors:  REW Materials, Gypsum Supply, River City Drywall, Dr. Eric Hollander, Murco Wall Products

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#07 TSRS Late Model - AUSTIN SELF

 

Chassis:  Lefthander

Pit Crew:  Ed Krummer aka JR, Heath Stewart

Sponsor:  Facility Environment Performance

Notes:  Southwest Region Karting Championships: 9 WKA National Cups, WKA Grand National Champion, TAG World Champion, Rock Island Grand Prix Champion, Las Vegas  Super National Podium, Multiple WKA Regional series wins, consistent Podium finisher.

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#7 TSRS Late Model - CHRIS SCHILD

 

Race Vehicle: 2003 Monte Carlo

Pit Crew:  Teddy Schild (Crew Chief), Johnathon Schild, Randy Oglesby, Melissa Smith

Sponsors:  Splash Water Systems, Royal Purple Lubricants, Double Oak Construction

Notes: 2005 TSRS Late Model Champion; 1999 Track Champion at Houston Motorsports Park; 1993 Champion at Battleground Speedway

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#11 TSRS Late Model - CODY ILTIS

 

Chassis:   Lefthander

Pit Crew:  Tommy Gural (Crew Chief), Wayne Iltis, Bill Pendleton

Sponsors:  (Still looking)

Notes:  2010 TSRS Late Model Rookie

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#17 TSRS Late Model - ROBERT BARKER

 

Race Vehicle:  2007 Ford Fusion

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Sponsors:  Mission Auto Parts, Circle K Fencing and Welding, Central Lath & Plaster, BMF Shocks, Oval Components, Screen Pro Graphics, Justice Bros.

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#19 TSRS Late Model - SCOTT LOWRY

 

Race Vehicle: Chevy Monte Carlo

Crew Chief:   Randy Gay

Sponsors:  High Tech Services, Greenville Pontiac, Buick, GMC

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#23 TSRS Late Model - LARRY BENDELE

 

Race Vehicle: 1999 Monte Carlo

Sponsors:  Long’s Racing Engines, Rosebud

Notes: NASCAR Late Model Champion at San Antonio Speedway in 2003 and 2004.  Super Stock Champion at San Antonio Speedway in 1992 and 1993.  Winner of Firecracker 150 race at SAS in 1989; three-time winner at Texas World Speedway in Super Stock class

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#25 TSRS Late Model - JT SCHILD

 

Race Vehicle:  2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Crew Chief:  Teddy Schild

Sponsors:  Gerry & Late Jody Williams of Royal Purple Oil (Porter, TX), Yellow Rose Real Estate (Waller, TX), Double Oak Construction (Waller, TX), TWS Shop (Waller, TX), HDD Rotary (Conroe, TX)

Notes: 2010 #25 Pro Stock at Houston Motorsports Park – current points’ leader; 2009 Pro Stock Rookie of the Year & four feature wins

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#28 TSRS Late Model - JEFF O’NEILL

 

Race Vehicle:  Chevrolet Impala

Crew Chief:  Wendi Duran & Ed Benson

Radio Frequencies:  466.67500 (Channel 1) and 469.68750 (Channel 2)

Sponsors:  Time Warner Cable Business Class, Time Warner Cable Central Texas on Demand, Uniforms Inc.

Notes: Finished 10th in TSRS Late Model points in 2009

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#37 TSRS Late Model - MARK ACKERMAN

 

Race Vehicle:  Monte Carlo

Crew Chief:  Scott Acre

 Sponsors:  Flying A Limited, Oxford Learning Academy

Notes: 2003 IKF Shifter Kart Champion

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#50 TSRS Late Model - BRIAN “B” MOCZYGEMBA

 

Race Vehicle:  Monte Carlo

Pit Crew:  Homer Pitner (Crew Chief), Keith Garrett, Kenny Hurley, Frank Gabrysch

Sponsors:  Aramendia Plumbing, Southwest Paint & Body, C.T. Sirrizotti Excavating, Premier Minerals, Royal Purple

Notes: 2009 – Finished 11th in TSRS Late Model points

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#56 TSRS Late Model - JOEY JENKINS

 

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Sponsors:  Continental Collision, Texas Traditional BBQ, Chuck’s Graphics, Don Evans – Matco Tools – Authorized Distributor

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#79 TSRS Late Model - JOE ARAMENDIA

 

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#92 TSRS Late Model - TAYLOR BRANDES

 

Race Vehicle:  Monte Carlo

Pit Crew:  Chris Brandes (Crew Chief), Taylor Brandes, Jimmy Jones

 Sponsors:  Ken Camp’s Auto World, Allstate Insurance, Dean’s Used Cars, Mamaw & Papaw, Dean & Paula

Notes: 2007-2008 – Lonestar Allison Legacy Series - 8 wins

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#95 TSRS Late Model - GARY BENNICOFF

 

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#96 TSRS Late Model - TODD FARRIS

 

Crew Chief:  Jeff Minor

Sponsors:  HK Enterprises, Eaker Performance, Covert Sheet Metal, AST Shocks, NAPA Auto Parts, B&M Oilfield Equipment, Lapp’s Paint & Body, Superior Race Fuels, Advanced Auto Repair

Notes: Finished 9th in TSRS Late Model points in 2009

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Veteran Teer notches first TSRS Late Model win at Thunderhill Raceway

Special Report by Nick Holt, Lone Star Speedzone

Bobby Teer, Jr., has seen many second-place finishes in Texas Super Racing Series (TSRS) Late Model competition over the years, but the veteran driver finally made it all the way to the top spot this past Saturday night (May 22, 2010) at Thunderhill Raceway (Kyle, Texas) during the “Operation Interdependence 50.”

Teer set fast time in qualifying (15.280 seconds) and led all but the first lap or two on his way to the winner’s circle. 

But it wasn’t all that easy because David Barker, who was substituting for his younger brother, Robert Barker, who had won all three previous TSRS events this season, and rookie JT Schild gave him plenty of competition and perhaps a few taps on his back bumper along the way.

Barker got the early jump on the 14-car field, but it wasn’t long before Teer, who had started on the outside pole, made a clean inside pass to take the lead when Barker exited turn four a bit too high.

Mike Reininger, Taylor Brandes and JT Schild were all tucked in behind the leaders and were waging their own private war for third in the early going until the threesome tried to make it three wide and heavy contact sent Reininger and Brandes into twin spins while Schild was able to maintain control.  Schild then lined up behind Barker on the ensuing restart with Cody Iltis right behind him.

Meanwhile, fourteen year-old rookie Austin Self, who had started at the rear due to being a bit too left-side heavy after qualifying, had worked his way up to sixth and was obviously on a mission to get to the front.

For the next several laps Teer had his hands full as Barker lurked right on his bumper while Schild, in turn, worked on Barker’s rear bumper. Iltis completed the tight, four-car breakaway.

But Barker seemed to be losing the handle a bit and Schild got more and more aggressive as they passed the half-way point. Schild, after looking inside for several laps, finally got a good run going into turn three and the pair made heavy contact with Barker spinning to bring out the yellow.

The track ruled that Schild had position and Barker was sent to the rear for the restart.  That moved Schild into second with Iltis third and Self fourth.  A lap or two later Self worked his way past Iltis to take third.

With twelve laps remaining, Larry Bendele’s engine exploded just past the flag stand in a cloud of smoke while running in the fifth spot and everyone behind went sliding through the oil. Barker spun to a stop near the apron and Brandes, also completely at the mercy of the oil, slammed into Barker’s driver’s side door as the rest of the field miraculously didn’t hit anything too hard. Brandes was done for the night but Barker’s crew patched the car up and he returned to the track without losing a lap.

Unfortunately for Self, his hood had bent up to block a good portion of his view and he spent the remainder of the race holding off Iltis.  Iltis gave it one last shot on the last lap and got into Self’s rear bumper, but instead of Self spinning, it was Iltis who sat in the middle of turn 3-4 as the checkered waved for Teer who had opened up a car length or two on Schild as they came to the line.

It was all smiles and congratulations in the TSRS winner’s circle for Teer and crew and plenty of high-fives for rookies Schild and Self.

Cory Roper and Craig Sellman rounded out the top five.

TSRS Late Models “Operation Interdependence 50” results, 5/22/2010
1. 2 Bobby Teer Jr., Comfort, TX 50 laps QT 15.280 Fast Time
2. 25 JT Schild, Leander, TX 50 laps QT 15.553
3. 07 Austin Self, Austin, TX 50 laps QT 15.514 Post Qualifying Tech Infraction – Too much left side weight (started at rear)
4. 04 Cory Roper, Baytown, TX 50 laps QT 16.303 Hard Charger
5. 38 Craig Sellman, Buda, TX 50 laps DNT
6. 28 Jeff O’Neill, Round Rock, TX 50 laps QT 15.966
7. 17 David Barker, Boerne, TX 50 laps QT 15.447
8. 5 Heather Ables, Whitney, TX 50 laps QT 16.478
9. 11 Cody IItis, Austin, TX 50 laps QT 15.757
10. 37 Mark Ackerman, San Antonio, TX 45 laps QT 16.123
11. 23 Larry Bendele, Adkins, TX 38 laps QT 15.956
12. 92 Taylor Brandes, Garden Ridge, TX 30 laps QT 15.454
13. 3 Mike Reininger, San Antonio, TX 23 laps QT 15.510
14. 56 Joey Jenkins, Del Valle, TX 4 laps QT 19.469

 QT – Qualifying Time
DNQ – Did Not Qualify
DNS – Did Not Start

Operation Interdependence® returns to Thunderhill Raceway this Saturday

Building on a relationship that was established several years ago, Thunderhill Raceway (Kyle, TX) and Operation Interdependence® are partnering up again this year to help to assist servicemen and women in the armed forces.

The Sixth Annual Operation Interdependence® (OI) race for the TSRS (Texas Super Racing Series) Late Models is scheduled for this Saturday, May 22.

“I’m very honored to be a part of this incredible organization that puts smiles on the faces of our military, month after month,” commented Mary Ann Naumann, Thunderhill Raceway’s Owner and Promoter. “These are dedicated folks, and I know our racing teams are also honored to participate in this very worthwhile cause.”

Thunderhill Raceway and TSRS drivers, teams and fans are asked to join in packing OI Civilian Rations® (called C-rats®) for the troops. Designed for delivery to the frontlines, C-rats are individual quart-sized baggies that contain a personal note from a caring civilian at home and a few treats such as snacks, games and personal care products. The most important part of the C-rat is a personal letter or note from someone who has never met that Soldier, Sailor, Marine or Airman, but takes the time to write his or her expressions of care and concern. Everyone is also invited to donate $1 per C-rat to help support overseas shipping costs.

“Operation Interdependence® is very excited about partnering with Thunderhill Raceway again” said Nina Gayheart, OI National Director and Austin Area Manager. “Since many soldiers are racing fans, we’re asking the drivers, teams and fans to write notes to the troops. Hopefully this event will give the Thunderhill racing community an opportunity to share their sentiments and show their support with those who serve our nation,” added Gayheart.  

The goal of Operation Interdependence® is to provide each of the nearly 325,000 deployed troops around the world with C-rats from home every month during their entire deployment and to do so without bogging down the military mail system or taking away from the mission. For many, it’s the only communication from home they receive. OI coordinates all shipments to the frontlines with unit commanders, thereby ensuring military resources are not negatively impacted and boxes make it to their intended destination. And, in the spirit of the “no one left behind” creed, enough C-rats are sent so everyone in that unit gets a package at that mail call. 

The OI Austin distribution center opened in March 2005 and currently ships to 5,000 soldiers a month. 

In addition to the TSRS Late Models, the racing agenda for Saturday will include the Pro Modifieds, Pro Trucks, TSRS Allison Legacys, Dwarf Cars, ASA A-Line Super Stocks, Thunder Stocks, Grand Stocks and Mini Stocks. Special events are also on tap for the kids – including Kids’ Bike Races (also Power Wheels and tricycles) and Kiddie Rides in the race cars at the end of the night.

Grandstand gates will open at 4:00 p.m., followed by qualifying at 4:15 p.m.  Opening ceremonies will take place at 6:00 p.m. and will feature a special flag presentation by The Texas Vietnam Veterans Association.  The night’s racing action will begin promptly after the opening ceremonies have been completed.

Thunderhill Raceway is a 3/8-mile, D-shaped asphalt oval track that’s located at 24801 IH-35, on the access road just north of San Marcos (TX) near Yarrington Road (Exit #210). Information on Thunderhill Raceway may be found on the track website at www.thunderhillraceway.com.

For more information Operation Interdependence®, visit the OI website at www.oidelivers.org . The Texas Super Racing Series website may be found at www.texassuperracingseries.com.

Robert Barker blasts to third-straight Texas Super Racing Series Late Model win

Robert Barker has a pretty decent Texas Super Racing Series Late Model (TSRS) batting average this season – three-for-three – with the latest coming this past Saturday at Thunderhill Raceway in Kyle, Texas.

Barker set fast second- fast time in qualifying at the 3/8-mile, D-shaped oval with his Mission Auto Parts Ford Fusion, drew the pole in the line-up draw and led all 50 laps to complete a nearly flawless race weekend.

But that perfect batting average may soon be in jeopardy as youngsters JT Schild and Austin Self, along with seasoned veteran Bobby Teer, Jr. are coming on strong.

Schild, who started on the outside pole next to Barker, got hung out a bit at the drop of the green which allowed Self , who had lined up on the inside row two, to grab the second spot early, but Schild quickly returned the favor, dropping Self to third in the early going.

Barker (#17) battles Self (#07) for lead

Meanwhile, Teer,  who was quickest in time trials, had worked his way up to Self’s bumper from his sixth starting spot while Barker and Schild went nose-to-tail for several laps until Schild slipped a bit exiting a turn and Barker took off, never to be seriously challenged again.

At that point all eyes were on the heated battle for third between Self and Teer, who was using every trick in the book to force Self to make a mistake, but the youngster, driving only his second TSRS Late Model race, proved his second place finish in the last TSRS event was no fluke and hung tough.

Finally on lap 16 Teer made a textbook inside pass – no paint whatsoever traded – to take the spot.

At just past the halfway point, a caution bunched the nine-car field. 

On the restart Barker got away cleanly, but Self made a huge move on Teer and grabbed third while veteran Mike Reininger took command of the fifth spot behind Teer.

A couple of laps later Teer got into the back of Self coming off turn four getting him a bit sideways, but Self was able to recover and hold the spot as while Barker and Schild pulled away once again.

For the next several laps Teer backed off a bit, cooling his tires and plotting his next move. And with five to go he gave Self a bit of a nudge in turn one and scooted by on the inside as the pair exited turn two to claim third once again.

Up front, Barker was long gone, but Teer and Self seemed to be closing in on Schild, who had faded a bit in second with handling issues. The pair ran out of laps, however, and at the checkered it was Barker by several car lengths over Schild, a fast-closing Teer, a determined Self and a fast-improving Reininger the top five.

Texas Super Racing Series Late Model 50-lap feature results:
1. 17 Robert Barker Boerne, TX, 50 laps QT 15.234
2. 25 JT Schild Waller, TX, 50 laps QT 15.853
3. 2 Bobby Teer Jr. Comfort, TX, 50 laps QT 15.202 Fast Time/Hard Charger
4. 07 Austin Self Austin, TX, 50 laps QT 15.407
5. 3 Mike Reininger San Antonio, TX, 50 laps QT 15.806
6. 92 Taylor Brandes Garden Ridge, TX, 50 laps QT 15.420
7. 28 Jeff O’Neill Round Rock, TX, 50 laps QT 15.879
8. 5 Heather Ables Whitney, TX, 48 laps QT 16.852
9. 56 Joey Jenkins Del Valle, TX, 48 laps QT 16.177

Special Report by Nick Holt, Lone Star Speedzone

Close battle for position in TSRS Late Model race

Robert Barker (not pictured), the current points’ leader, started the 50-lap TSRS Late Model race on the pole and held off the entire field for all 50 laps.  Throughout the race, several drivers jockeyed for the next three positions, including the #07 driven by Austin Self (not pictured), the #25 driven by JT Schild,  and the #3 driven by Mike Reininger and the #2 driven by Bobby Teer, Jr.

The final race results are shown below:

TSRS Late Models

 Feature Race

1. 17 Robert Barker Boerne, TX 50 laps QT 15.234
2. 25 JT Schild Waller, TX 50 laps QT 15.853
3. 2 Bobby Teer Jr. Comfort, TX 50 laps QT 15.202 Fast Time/Hard Charger
4. 07 Austin Self Austin, TX 50 laps QT 15.407
5. 3 Mike Reininger San Antonio, TX 50 laps QT 15.806
6. 92 Taylor Brandes Garden Ridge, TX 50 laps QT 15.420
7. 28 Jeff O’Neill Round Rock, TX 50 laps QT 15.879
8. 5 Heather Ables Whitney, TX 48 laps QT 16.852
9. 56 Joey Jenkins Del Valle, TX 48 laps QT 16.177

QT – Qualifying Time