Schilling Memorial Run dubbed "Modified's Crown Jewell"
Slated for Inaugural run Friday, July 3
Boisterous $17,000-plus purse for the AMRA
By Scott Wolfe
STEWART, OHIO-Poised to be one of the "Crown Jewell's" of open-wheeled dirt modified racing, the Malta AMRA-sanctioned Greg Schilling Memorial race is set for its inaugural run at Skyline Speedway Friday, July 3. With an extravagant $17,000-plus purse and additional contingencies, this race is the cornerstone of the American Motor Racing Association.
With its lavish purse and $1699-to-win price tag, the Greg Schilling Memorial Race asserts the AMRA as America's "number one" sanctioning body of open-wheeled modifieds. Known as America's Most Competitive Open-wheeled Modified Series, the AMRA sanctions weekly racing series in three states, and plays hosts to one of the most prestigious touring series in its "Road Warrior Tour". The Malta AMRA Series is also known for its healthy point fund and contingencies program.
"We are honored to be the host sanctioning body for this event," said AMRA President Larry Keefer. "Greg Schilling meant a lot to us and to modified racing in general. Hosting the Greg Schilling Memorial is something very special to the AMRA. We didn't just want to have a 'big race', we wanted it to be something special...something spectacular. Some modified races may pay more, but none can match the purse on July 3. This is going to be the season's 'big race'."
Greg Schilling was one of the early young-guns in the Ohio Valley area when IMCA E-Mods migrated to the Ohio Valley from the Midwest. Greg was a hard-charger and won many races in the Ohio Valley area. Additionally, he later extended his fine talents to the AMRA circuit. Whenever the #99 was in the line-up, it was one car that fans could count on to be a front-runner. Not only was Greg a great racer, but he was a friend to many on the local racing scene. These friends, racers, and sponsors have all come together in a big way to honor Greg's legacy.
The purse for the event parallels a full-blown late model pay-off, featuring nearly $7500 for the first five positions, $799 for tenth, and $199 to start. The "99" at the end of each pay-off position is in honor of Schilling's number 99. Currently, former Malta AMRA Champion Doug Henry, Greg's brother-in-law, runs the number 99 in his friend's honor.
"This race is going to be huge," said AMRA advocate Dave Poske of Poske's Performance Parts. "The purse structure made possible by the friends of Greg Schilling and the contingency awards made possible by all of the industry supporters of the AMRA are fantastic. This is a race fans and drivers will want to experience."
"The work done by fellow AMRA racers Kenny Johnson, Mike McPherson, Jeremy Berwanger and others on behalf of this race, plus the work done by the AMRA staff and promoter Billy Jarrell's commitment are all deserving of the entire racing community's recognition and appreciation. Dave Poske's Performance Parts, Hoosier Tire Ohio Valley, Hoosier Racing Tire, Bilstein Shocks and Hypercoil Springs are all proud to be involved."
The Greg Schilling Memorial Fund has been established to help families in the Beverly/Waterford area, Schilling's hometown. In 2003, Greg Schilling was diagnosed with colon cancer. He passed away on November 25, 2008. A memorial fund has been started in memory of Greg. As this fund grows, the money will be put back into the community to help individuals or families who are in need of financial assistance. An award will also be given to a male and a female graduate from Fort Frye and Waterford High Schools in the form of a scholarship.
Also on the racing card July 3 at Skyline is a $1500-to-win, $175-to-start Steel Block Late Model "Stars and Stripes 30", Pure Stocks, Four Cylinders, and Mini-Wedges. There will be no sprints July 3.
The 1st annual Greg Schilling Memorial Open Wheel Modified race will be coming July 3rd at Skyline Speedway in Stewart, Ohio. Details and updates will be coming soon. Check the AMRA website at www.amramodified.com for updates. Below is the race purse plus contingencies to come!
In addition:
The Greg Schilling Memorial Fund has been established to help families in the Beverly/Waterford area. In 2003, Greg Schilling was diagnosed with colon cancer. He passed away on November 25, 2008. Within that time, Greg remained optimistic about life. He realized the importance of helping others during difficult times. In September 2008, our community pulled together to help Greg and his family through a tough time in their life. A memorial fund has been started in memory of Greg by his family. As this fund grows, the money will be put back into the community to help individuals or families living in the Fort Frye and Waterford school districts who are in need of financial assistance. An award would also be given to a male and a female graduate from Fort Frye and Waterford in the form of a scholarship.
Donations may be sent to:
Greg Schilling Memorial Fund
320 Stony Run Rd
Beverly, OH 45715
Contingencies
Malta AMRA Modifieds America's Open Wheeled Modifieds Most Competitive Series!
By Scott Wolfe
STEWART, OHIO-Contingencies and purse contributions of at least $10,082 for the Greg Schilling Memorial have boosted what a driver can take home from next week's July 3 AMRA extravaganza at Billy Jarrell's Skyline Speedway. Poised to be one of the "Crown Jewell's" of open-wheeled dirt modified racing, the Malta AMRA-sanctioned race is set for its inaugural run. With an extravagant $17,000-plus purse and additional contingencies, this race is the cornerstone of the American Motor Racing Association.
Sponsors for the event include T&K Auto Parts,Earthworks - Alan Ellis, Muskingum Lube, Newton Insurance, Burt Building Supplies, Barry Jacobs, Danny Dean, Carthage Auto, Zemba Bros., Shain Graphics,Bazell Fuels - Russ Bradford, Kenny Riddle, Chris Fordyce, Hawk Brakes - Aaron Morey, Aaron Morey Web Designs, Don Wood Automotive, Riley Auto Sales, Gene's Trailer Sales, DRS Dickson Racing Shocks - Chris Dickson, Louie Krushansky, GRS Modifieds, Robbie Evans, Boley Enterprises - Dusty Boley, Poske's - Dave Poske, K-Graphics - Keith Emrick, KJ Motorsports, Alum Creek Towing - Rob Stambaugh, 33 Auto Sales - Ed Gillian, Dominos Pizza, 2 Brothers Motorsports, AMRA Sponsor, 44J Racing Team, F1 Jim Fordyce racing, Wrisco Alluminum, Dasco alluminum,
Landrum Springs, Tyler County Speedway, Peirce Race Cars, Terry Willis, Cornerstone Environmental -Kyle Nay,
Jeff Kieth Trucking, Performance Chassis, Morgan County Chrysler, Nick Schero (Outerwears), Bill Lloyd Racing,
J&J Fabricating (Joe Cox #41), Allmans Sweep A-lot, Mark Dickson, C&S Photo, JP Roberts, Advanced Services (Dave Pinkerton), “Team #23 Crew” Ray,Pam,and Kevin, CV Products, Aero Wheels certificates, Mike & Angie Haught, M&M Motorsports, and Wade Benjamin of Malta Doors and Windows.
Much of this sponsorship and contingency money comes in addition to the already large purse.
All proceeds will go to the memorial fund.
(From the Kenny Johnson website)
"Thanks to Billy Jarrell and Skyline Speedway, Mike McPherson and AMRA and many, many others who has helped to pull this off. I am amazed at the purse structure this race has and it could not have been done without a lot of support from businesses, racers and even fans. This will be a special night for many that was close to Greg and the rest of the Schilling family. We need all the fans we can to show up." Here is the payoff:
1 - $1,699
2 - $1,599
3 - $1,499
4 - $1,399
5 - $1,299
6 - $1,199
7 - $1,099
8 - $ 999
9 - $ 899
10 - $ 799
11 - $ 699
12 - $ 599
13 - $ 499
14 - $ 399
15 - $ 299
16 - $ 199
17 - $ 199
18 - $ 199
19 - $ 199 (This starting spot will be auctioned off to the highest bidder)
For those that may not know, Greg was #99 in which Doug Henry (Bro-in-law)is dedicating this season and running #99. Thus the reason for ending each position in 99.
I can only hope we find each of you at Skyline on July 3rd for this monster of a race for the modified's.
thanks,
KJ
Thanks in advance for your support!
