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(Butler Township, Pa. 2-28-25) Evergreen Raceway’s 602 Crate Modified division drivers have an opportunity to reap some additional money this year thanks in part to a newly launched plan put together by long-time marketing/PR guru Joe Lewandoski.
Recently, Lewandowski introduced the National Short Track Promotions (NSTP)/Chevy Performance Point Fund that will award asphalt 602 Crate Modified drivers from a select number of tracks in the northeast region a chance to earn points and payout money from a $20,120 point fund that will be disbursed to the top 50 drivers who take part in the program.
Furthermore, one lucky driver from the participating tracks will be chosen via a random draw and be the recipient of an Eagle Chevy Performance 602 motor courtesy of Eagle Chevrolet of Long Island, NY.
“I’m going to be a great ambassador to the sport, and I got to go sell some sponsorship and put some money together to help these guys,” said Lewandoski.
“We pay $1500 for first and we pay back 50 spots, and the biggest thing is helping the sport grow, help the 602s grow which I believe are the foundation car for asphalt modified future racers.”
In order for drivers to be eligible to receive point fund money they must register with the NSTP for a nominal fee of $75.
Evergreen Raceway will be one of nine tracks that are included in the NSTP along with Connecticut’s Stafford Motor Speedway, Thompson Speedway and Waterford Speedbowl, plus Long Island’s Riverhead Raceway, New Jersey’s Wall Stadium Speedway, Evans Mills and Spencer Speedways in New York and Mahoning Valley Speedway in Pennsylvania.
“I had an opportunity to go to Evergreen back in 2004 when I was working at Wall and I always liked that race track, it’s a perfect short track for 602s because it’s not a horsepower track. So Evergreen is really important because that’s eastern Pennsylvania and there’s a pocket of cars there and they’re not very far from Mahoning or Wall for that matter either and those three tracks represent a lot of cars,” noted Lewandowski.
“Really the guys from Evergreen, they’re racing against guys in Connecticut, in upstate New York and on the Island and at Wall because in those races, the points count. So, you’re going to be following those races and saying what’s going on with the guys at Stafford this weekend? How am I doing? But the most important thing is that all my tracks are on equal footing.”
Aside from the point fund Lewandoski is also putting together contingencies that will be presented as well. He is looking beyond the top 50 in an effort that all drivers get something on their return of the entry fee.
“I’m going to get product and product certificates so that somebody is going to get something out of this $75 investment. I want to do things for the guys and gals that maybe finish 51st through, let’s say 80th, they’ll have a good chance to win product certificates and product,” relayed Lewandowski.
“And who knows you can finish 78th in points and then we pull your number in the random engine draw and guess what, you just won a $7000 motor.”
While each facility will have their own points, the NSTP will also tally points at the aforementioned tracks starting May 22 until September 22 and on the basis of finishing first through 10th. In the event that less than 10 cars are in a feature, then the points will be adjusted accordingly.
“There’s plenty of chances to earn points because there’s nine tracks you could race at and what I’m going to do is count your highest finish for the weekend,” added Lewandoski.
Lewandoski said that drivers can get additional information, including how to sign up for the NSTP on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NSTPLLC Moreover there will be a website up and running very soon.
Evergreen’s weekly point racing begins with the Winter Thaw presented by Foley Action Track Opening Day on Sunday afternoon, April 13. All PRO SpeedSTRs, 602 Crate Modifieds, Street Stocks, Slingshot and Four Cylinders will be on the card.
The day prior to the Winter Thaw there will be an open practice on Saturday, April 12, for all classes of cars from noon to 4:00 pm or longer if necessary.
Additionally on that day there will be the Circle Track Racing Experience. Participants can choose to drive or ride along in either a Modified or Late Model stock car.
Also, an Anything Swap Meet/Yard Sale will take place. Individuals who wish to sell or trade items are invited to participate. Vendor spots are available at $25 each.
Throughout the same day, the first Evergreen Raceway Food Truck Fare will take place, showcasing a wide variety of area food truck vendors.
Evergreen Raceway, a 1/3-mile paved oval in St. Johns, Butler Township, Luzerne County, hosts motorsports events from February to November, making it a top entertainment choice in Northeast Pennsylvania.
For complete up to date news and information please log onto the official Evergreen Raceway website at https://www.evergreenracewaypark.com/ or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/evergreenraceway
