Racing News:

Coates Returns to Victory Lane
By: Heather Sica

September 5th, 2009 Waterford, CT - The #84 of Allen Coates returned to victory lane Saturday night, for his 6th win in the 2009 NEATV Truck Series Feature. The 14 truck field was lined up based on points. The NEATV regulars were joined by the #3 of Andy Lindeman, the #14 of John St. Germain, the #12 of Derek Chriss, and the #28 of Willy Auchmoody from the AllStar Race Truck Series. The #0 truck was driven by it’s previous driver, Seth Duval, as Howard Payne was unable to attend Saturday’s feature event.

The race started with the #17 of Mike Anzalone on the pole, with the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr. on the outside. At the drop of the green, the #85 of Butler was able to make the pass on the outside and took the lead when the field came back to the start/finish line. Lap 5 was a sign of trouble for guest driver, Seth Duval, as he pulled the #0 truck off the track with a flat right rear tire. He was able to pull it off without incident, and the green stayed out. By lap 6, the #85 of butler was overtaken by the #94 of Scott Gregory for the lead, but it did not last long. On lap 7, the #84 of Coates had gone from his 8th place starting position to take the lead. On lap 15, the #1 of Brad Caddick pulled off the track with a mechanical issue. The #2 of James Wrey followed Caddick, pulling off on lap 17. On lap 19, the yellow flag flew as the #17 of Mike Anzalone spun in turn 1, but luckily did not make any contact. On the restart, it was Coates who maintained the lead, but the #8 of Bill Leonard took over the 2nd position from the #94 of Scott Gregory, while the #3 of Andy Lindeman dove under Gregory, making it 3 wide to take over the 3rd position. The caution flag came out again on lap 21 when the #25 of Dan Butler spun on the front stretch, and a cloud of smoke came out of the #28 of Willy Auchmoody, who had pulled off the track. Coates was able to maintain the lead on the restart on lap 22, but the battle was for 2nd between Leonard and Lindeman. Lindeman was able to pass Leonard for 2nd on the inside. Coates went on to capture the checkers yet again on lap 25.

Finishing Order: #84 Allen Coates, #3 Andy Lindeman, #8 Bill Leonard, #14 John St. Germain, #85 Greg Butler, Jr., #94 Scott Gregory, #66 Doug Dunleavy, #25 Dan Butler, #12 Derek Chriss, #17 Mike Anzalone, #28 Willy Auchmoody, #2 James Wrey, #1 Brad Caddick, #0 Seth Duval

Contingency Winners: The case of Spectro Oil was awarded to the #84 of Allen Coates. The Lightening Lights gift certificate was awarded to the 2nd place finisher, Andy Lindeman. Cash bonuses from Dunleavy’s Roadside Service were awarded to the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr., the #66 of Doug Dunleavy, and the #12 of Derek Chriss. An additional contingency was provided on Saturday night, from Zep Superior Solutions. The Zep Superior Solutions products were awarded to the #84 of Allen Coates, the #8 of Bill Leonard, and the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr.

Coates Winning Streak Broken; Leonard in Victory Lane
By: Heather Sica

September 2nd, 2009 Waterford, CT - Bill Leonard claimed the checkered flag Wednesday night at the Waterford Speedbowl, breaking the winning streak of Allen Coates. The starting line up for Wednesday night’s feature was determined by the points standings. The #85 of Greg Butler, Jr. started on the pole, with the #17 of Mike Anzalone to his outside. In accordance to the NEATV Truck Series rules, the #84 of Coates was to start last, in 11th, as the winner of the previous feature event. On the drop of the green the #85 of Butler was able to pull out as the #94 of Scott Gregory and the #8 of Bill Leonard passed the #17 of Anzalone and battled for 2nd. By lap 2, Coates was working his way through the field moving up to the 6th position. On lap 4, the side by side battle between Leonard and Butler began, but only lasted for one lap. Leonard took the lead on lap 5 and never looked back. Coates kept battling his way up to the front, battling his teammate of Gregory on lap 7 for 4th, moving in on the #0 of Howard Payne on lap 8. Payne held off Coates for two laps, but once Coates got a nose under the #0, he was into 3rd by lap 9. On lap 12, Coates passed Butler for 2nd, but did not have enough time to catch the #8 of Leonard.

Finishing Order: #8 Bill Leonard, #84 Allen Coates, #0 Howard Payne, #85 Greg Butler, Jr., #94 Scott Gregory, #83 Gee Perry, #2 James Wrey, #17 Mike Anzalone, #66 Doug Dunleavy, #1 Brad Caddick, #25 Dan Butler

Contingency Packages: The Lightening Lights Gift Certificate was awarded to the #8 of Bill Leonard, owned by Steve Johnson. Leonard also received the case of Spectro Oil. The Dunleavy’s Roadside Service Cash Bonuses were awarded to the #83 of Gee Perry, the #17 of Mike Anzalone and the #1 of Brad Caddick.

Captures Win Number 5

By: Heather Sica

August 1st, 2009, Waterford, CT -  Thirteen trucks traveled to the Waterford Speedbowl for the 5th NEATV Truck Feature Event. After two rounds of practice, the trucks lined up for their first 8-lap qualifying heat race.  After an intense battle with the #17 of Mike Anzalone, it was the #0 of Hurricane Payne that took the checkered flag, and started the feature on the pole.  According to NEATV Truck rules, the #84 of Allen Coates was to start from the rear of the field and try and work his way to the front. 

The feature began with outside introductions of the NEATV Truck Division.  A heartfelt dedication was made by the #25 of Dan Butler to his 6 month old son, who is currently at the Children's Hospital in Boston, receiving more medical treatment after 4 open heart surgeries. Once the field was set, it was time to go.  The #0 of Payne took off on the drop of the green, taking the #83 of Gee Perry with him into 2nd.  However, on lap 3, the yellow flag flew as the #17 of Mike Anzalone got loose in turn 2, spun and collected the #22 of Keith Chapman.  On the restart, the #84 of Allen Coates was already up to the 5th position.  The #0 of Payne got another great start and was able to pull away from the #83 of Perry.    The #84 of Coates quickly moved to 4th and battled his team truck, the #94 of Scott Gregory. By lap 5 Coates was up to the 3rd position and went on to battle for 2nd against the #83 of Gee Perry. The #0 of Payne kept his distance from the #83, but Coates was hungry to go undefeated. On lap 7, the #84 was in 2nd place going after the lead.  The #0 of Payne and the #84 of Coates battled, following in the same line, with Coates looking high and low to get passed the #0 of Payne.  Lap 18, the #0 of Payne slipped up, leaving a slight opening down low and Coates quickly filled the space. Payne and Coates battled side by side down the front stretch, but it was Coates who took the top spot.  Payne was not giving up easily. Lap 21, Payne was to the outside of Coates. Coates thought he was clear and contact was made between the two trucks. The #0 of Payne backed out to let the #84 straighten himself out, and they continued to battle for the last 4 laps.  But it was Coates to cross the finish line first at the drop of the Checkered flag. After the feature, Coates gave the trophy to the #25 of Dan Butler to dedicate the win to his 6 month old son.

 Finishing Order: 1. #84 Coates 2. #0 Payne 3. #83 Perry 4. #8 Leonard 5. #7 Correll 6. #85 Greg Butler, Jr 7. #66 Dunleavy 8. #94 Gregory 9. #28 Auchmoody   10. #25 Dan Butler 11. #87 Michael 12. #17 Anzalone 13. #22 Chapman

Contingency Winners:

Spectro Oil - #83 Gee Perry

Lightening Lights - #8 Bill Leonard, owned by Steve Johnson

Dunleavy's Cash Bonus - #84 Allen Coates, #83 Gee Perry, #7 Chris Correll

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The Bad Luck Continues

By: Heather Sica

July 25th, 2009, Waterford, CT - The bad luck continued this Saturday in the Late Model division for Howard Payne and the #16 Late Model.  Late night thunderstorms that passed through Waterford on Friday left a great deal of water in the center of the infield at the Speedbowl. The track's safety team worked hard to clear it out to make the track safer for it's competitors, however, it delayed the action that qualifying was cancelled.  The #16 of Payne was to start the race in 14th position.  After two rounds of practice, it was time for features.  As the first feature went on the track, Crew Chief, Doug Leonard noticed a fuel leak on the #16, and the crew quickly went to work to change the carburetor.  Unfortunately, the change did not solve the problem and the #16 of Payne had to park the car after only 15 laps of competition, finishing the race where he started, in 14th position.

Click here to see the crew working just before the feature began.

Coates Claims the Checkers Again
By: Heather Sica

June 27th, 2009, Waterford, CT - Allen Coates, driver of the #84 NEATV Truck claimed the checkered flag for the fourth time, after great side-by-side battles for the 25 lap feature. The evening’s events began with time trials by all 11 trucks in attendance. The pole was captured by Coates, with a time of 16.662 seconds, however, due to NEATV Truck rules, Coates had to start the feature from last place, as he was the previous feature winner. After moving Coates to the rear of the field, the #0 of Howard Payne was to start the feature on the pole, with a lap time of 16.700 seconds. Returning driver, Bill Leonard in the #8 started in 2nd with a lap time of 16.717 seconds. These close lap times set the field for an exciting feature event.

On lap one, the #0 of Payne led the field to the start finish line, but it was the #8 of Leonard who crossed the line in the front. The #85 of Greg Butler Jr. hung in close in 3rd place, with the #94 of Scott Gregory to his outside. Leonard held on in the outside lane, and Payne battled back and forth for 14 laps, until the caution flag flew for the #1 of Brad Caddick had engine trouble. When the green flag flew for the restart, it was the #8 of Leonard to the inside, with the #0 of Payne to the outside. Sitting in row 2 were the team trucks Coates and Gregory. Leonard and Payne continued to battle until coates moved into 2nd place on lap 18. With 7 laps to go, the top four trucks continued to battle side-by-side. On lap 20, the #84 of Coates was able to make it to the front of the pack, but he was not getting away with it easily. Payne continued to fight him looking high and low to get passed him, but was unable to do so.

Finish Order: #84 Allen Coates, #0 Howard Payne, #94 Scott Gregory, #8 Bill Leonard, #83 Gee Perry, #17 Mike Anzalone, #2 James Wrey, #13 Jon Zoller, #87 Brandon Michael, #1 Brad Caddick (DNF - Mechanical Failure), #85 Greg Butler, Jr.

Allen Coates was again the winner of the Spectro Oil Contengency package. The $25.00 Lightening Lights Gift Certificate was awarded to Bill Leonard. Cash Bonuses were awarded to Allen Coates ($50), Scott Gregory ($30), and Bill Leonard ($20). The NEATV Trucks will be back on the race track on Saturday, August 1st, 2009. Stay tuned to www.NEATV-Trucks.com for more information.

Click on the video link to see the #0 In-Car Camera of this event.

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John St. Germain Claims Checkers in ARTS Feature Event
By: Heather Sica

June 25th, 2009, Thompson, CT - John St. Germain claimed the checkered flag after the AllStar Race Truck 25 lap feature event this Thursday at Thompson International Speedway. After an exciting 8 lap heat race, with a 3-wide battle between the #22 of Keith Chapman, #3 of Andy Lindeman, and the #0 of Howard Payne, John St. Germain won the heat race, setting the tone for the evening’s events. After ARTS Handicapping procedures, the #12 of Derek Chriss started on the pole, with the #14 of St. Germain to his outside.

On lap 1, St. Germain was able to beat Chriss to the line, but behind them, the #3 of Andy Lindeman was making it 3-wide, with the #55 of Brandon Warren, and the #46 of Richard Brooks, going into turn 1. The caution flag flew on lap 2, for the #22 of Keith Chapman. Chapman’s engine expired and he took a hard hit into the turn 3 wall. The #46 of Brooks took the lead with the restart on lap 3, but St. Germain took it back on lap 4. The #83 of Gee Perry moved into 2nd place on lap 5. The top 6 trucks battled back and forth for position until the caution flew on lap 17, for a single truck spin in turns 1 and 2, the #2 of James Wrey. The restart got a little dicey and allowed for the #3 of Andy Lindeman to take over the 2nd position. There was a battle between the top 6 trucks for the final 5 laps, as the #14 of St. Germain and the #3 of Lindeman battled for 1st, while the #83 of Perry and the #0 of Payne battled for 3rd. On lap 24, St. Germain got loose going into turn 1, but was able to straighten it out and go on to win the 25 lap feature event.

Finishing Order: #14 John St. Germain, #3 Andy Lindeman, #83 Gee Perry, #0 Howard Payne, #55 Brandon Warren, #46 Richard Brooks, #12 Derek Chriss, #2 James Wrey, #13 Jon Zoller, #17 Mike Anzalone, #41 Mike Carrigg, and #22 Keith Chapman

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ACT 100 Lap Event Receives the Red Flag

June 13, 2009, Waterford, CT - Rain that began at lap 29 brought the red flag to the 100 lap American Canadian Tour race held at the Waterford Speedbowl Saturday night.  The race will continue next Saturday, June 20th. Watch the NEATV Sponsored #16 restart the feature in 22nd place and work his way to the frontl.

Coates Captures the Checkered, Again

By: Heather Sica

June 10, 2009 Waterford, CT - The threat of rain did not stop the New England ATV Truck Series from competing in the Levine Automotive Sponsored, 20-Lap Feature Event. The 3rd event of the new NEATV Truck Series brought out 10 trucks, 2 new to our series.  "It is great to be racing the trucks again," said Bill Leonard, owner of the #8 and #50 trucks.  "It's a division that is fun to run and affordable for any competitor."

To determine the feature line up, each driver  drew a number at the front gate.  As the last winner of an NEATV Truck event, the #84 of Allen Coates had to begin the feature event from the rear of the field.  With the luck of the draw, the #22 of Keith Chapman started the feature on the pole with the #25 of Dan Butler to his outside.  The #50, driven by Louie Bellisle started 3rd with the #0 of 'Hurricane" Payne to the outside.  The start of the race meant trouble for the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr.  A major mechanical failure lead to flames coming out of the #85 Chevy, sending him to the pits for the rest of the event.  When the green flag flew, the #22 of Keith Chapman jumped out front with the #0 of Payne following in line behind him.  Coates was not settling in the back. By lap 3, the #84 of Coates surpassed his teammate, the #94 of Scott Gregory, for 5th place.  On lap 7, Coates battled the #8 of Bill Leonard for 3rd.  While the #0 of Payne battled, looking high and low to get by the #22 of Chapman for the lead, the #84 of Coates looked to the inside and put a fender down low to make the pass for 2nd on lap 10.  Coates followed Chapman, but hungry for the lead, he looked high and low, and finally made a move to the outside on lap 12 passing Chapman for the lead.  While Coates took off with the lead, the top 5 was not settling. Payne looked high and low to try and follow Coates passed the #22, but could not complete the pass.  Contact between turns 3 and 4 got both the #22 of Chapman and the #0 of Payne loose, but they were able to hang on to it.  With both the 2nd and 3rd place trucks loose, the #8 of Bill Leonard looked to take advantage, hungry for a win, but was unable to make the pass.  Coates took the checkered flag on lap 20 after a caution-free feature event.  After a great race, Coates was smiling, making it his 67th victory at the Waterford Speedbowl. "We just need more [trucks] out here.  They're real affordable and a whole lot of fun," said Coates from victory lane.  Coates was followed by the #22of Chapman in 2nd, #0 of Payne, #8 of Leonard, #94 of Gregory, #17 of Mike Anzalone, #50 of Bellisle, #25 of Dan Butler, #13 of Jon Zoller, and the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr. (DNF - Mechanical Failure) rounding out the field.

With the NEATV Truck Series, there are also many contingency packages for every Feature Event.  The #22 of Keith Chapman was awarded the $25.00 Lightening Lights Gift Certifricate.  Winner Allen Coates received the Spectro Oil Contingency package. There were also cash bonuses awarded to the 3rd, 5th, and 7th place finishers, by a random drawing that was made by Coates at the completion of the race. The 3rd Place finisher, Howard Payne was awarded the $50.00 cash bonus, while 5th place finisher Scott Gregory was awarded the $30.00 cash bonus, and the 7th place finisher, Louie Bellisle, in a car owned by Bill Leonard received the $20.00 cash bonus.  The trucks return to the Speedbowl on Saturday June 27th. For more information regarding the NEATV Truck series, please visit www.neatv-trucks.com.

Payne Plans to Qualify for “Nutmeg State 100” ACT Tour Feature Event

By Heather Sica

June 2nd, 2009, Shelton, CT - Driver Howard Payne, along with the Overtime Race Team, will return to the #16, but not where you think.  Driver Howard Payne will try to qualify for the American Canadian Tour race at Waterford Speedbowl, Saturday, June 13th, 2009 in the New England ATV sponsored ACT Car, owned by Scott Gregory.  As the #0, Payne is known for racing this season in the New England ATV Truck Series was already taken, it was agreed that Payne will return to the #16 that Overtime Racing was known for in its run with the AllStar Race Truck Series. 

As Director of New England ATV Motocross, Payne is looking to venture out into other racing divisions.  Long time supporter of Racing Against Cancer, Payne looked to Director of Operations, Scott Gregory, for a chance in a different division.  "We have worked with Howard before, and through his New England ATV Series, he has been a great supporter of Racing Against Cancer," Gregory said.  It is agreed that all winnings received while Payne is in the New England ATV sponsored car will be donated directly to Racing Against Cancer.  Overtime Racing Sponsor, Big Boys Toys, LLC will also be on board of the #16 ACT car for the June 13th feature event.  "The boys at Overtime Racing have been a great team to work with so far this year. I am excited to take them with me in future endeavors and different divisions.  I think that teaming up with Racing Against Cancer is going to be great for all of us," said Payne.   

Overtime Racing will prepare for the ACT race by running the Late Model feature event on Saturday, June 6th at Waterford Speedbowl.  "It has been a while since Seth [Duval, truck owner] or I have run a late model, but we are looking forward to going over our old notes, and making another fast race car for Howard," says crew chief Doug Leonard.  Be sure to come out and see Howard Payne and the Overtime Racing team in the New England ATV Truck, this Wednesday, June 3rd at Waterford Speedbowl, and then again Saturday, June 6th in the Late Model.  Don't forget the American Canadian Tour 100 Lap Main Event on Saturday, June 13th!

Coates Captures the Checkers Again

May 2nd, 2009 – Waterford, CT: Saturday afternoon was a picture perfect afternoon for racing.  The New England ATV truck series made it’s second appearance at the Waterford Speedbowl for the 2009 season.  As this is a new series, it was decided that the NEATV truck series would qualify with time trials.  The pole was clenched by a 16.494 second lap, driven Howard Payne in the #0 New England ATV, Big Boy’s Toys sponsored Chevrolet.  Payne has set the new record for fastest competition lap time in a truck at Waterford Speedbowl.  The #84 Shopwurld sponsored truck of Allen Coates timed to start in 2nd position, but new rules state that the winner of the previous feature would have to start in the back of the field for their next feature event.  That moved the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr. to start 2nd, followed by the #17 of Mike Anzalone, #94 of Scott Gregory, #25 of Dan Butler, and rounding out the field with the #13 of Jon Zoller.

          At the drop of the green flag, Payne took off with the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr. to his outside. Payne cleared the #85 of Butler by lap 2, but the #94 of Scott Gregory was on a hunt.  Gregory passed the #85 of Butler for 2nd on lap 3, and coming from the back the #84 of Allen Coates was not waiting.  By lap 6, Coates had battled his was to the 3rd position, while Hurricane Payne was trying to separate himself from the rest of the field.  Coates passed teammate Scott Gregory for 2nd place on lap 9, and charged right after leader Payne.  Lap 12, Coates was able to gain the lead passing the #0 of Payne on the inside on the backstretch going into turn 3.  Coates had a clear path until he came upon lap traffic on lap 17.  Lap 25, the battle was on for the 3rd place spot, with the #85 of Butler looking high and low to pass the #94 of Scott Gregory.  The 25 lap feature event concluded without any caution.  Coates went on to win his 2nd feature event of the New England ATV Truck Series, followed by the #0 of Howard Payne finishing 2nd, #94 of Scott Gregory, #85 of Greg Butler Jr., #25 of Dan Butler, and the #13 of Jon Zoller rounding out the field.

        The #85 of Greg Butler Jr. was the SpectroOil Contingency winner, taking home a case of Spectro Oil. Saturday night was also the first feature event that participated in the Dunleavy’s Roadside Service Cash Bonus Program.  The #17 of Mike Anzalone received a $50 cash bonus, the #25 of Dan Butler received a $30 cash bonus, and the #94 of Scott Gregory received a $20 cash bonus.  Saturday night’s feature event also included a Lightening Lights Contingency Program, awarded to the #17 of Mike Anzalone.

         The trucks take the stage again at Waterford Speedbowl for a Wild ‘n’ Wacky Wednesday night 20 lap feature event, Wednesday June 3rd! Be sure to stay tuned to what this new division has to offer. For more information regarding the New England ATV Truck Series, please check out the website at www.neatv-trucks.com.

NEATV Named as Title Sponsor of Truck Series

Waterford, CT (April 20, 2009) – The Waterford Speedbowl has announced a title sponsor for the Truck Series formed earlier this year. NEATV, a New England based off-road Motocross Series, has signed on to sponsor the Truck Series which will compete in eight events throughout the 2009 season at the historic shoreline oval.


The NEATV Motocross Series hosts off-road ATV racing events across New England and New York spanning April through October. Featuring racing for both youths and adults, several classes are offered to accommodate the age and experience level of all riders. Points standings are maintained throughout the season with champions crowned in the respective classes. For information about the upcoming NEATV Motocross Series season, please visit http://www.neatv-mx.com.

This unique sponsor partnership between the Speedbowl and NEATV brings together two successful yet distinct racing genres, offering the ability to cross-promote to each market base. Plans include allowing Speedbowl fans to meet and greet top Motocross riders during select NEATV Truck Series race nights as well as allow both sides to see four-wheel racing equipment and action different than what they may be accustomed to. Speedbowl promotions, collateral, and group offers will be extended through NEATV Motocross events. The platform was the brainchild of those sharing a common vision, led by Howard Payne, President and CEO of the NEATV Motocross Series. “We recognized opportunity to showcase two different racing products to two different groups that share the same passion for competition and camaraderie” offered Payne.

Speedbowl promoter Terry Eames echoed those statements. “With NEATV, we got to looking at ways to couple resources and strategize concepts that benefit both parties. We got involved with Trucks to offer an abbreviated schedule of races to accommodate teams looking for a local racing venue as their budgets allowed. With NEATV on board, we’re looking forward to working with Howard on putting together some different things.”

The Truck Series made its debut at the 13th annual Budweiser Modified Nationals on Saturday, March 28 with long-time Speedbowl competitor and crowd favorite Allen Coates taking down the win. Coates has stated on many occasions that “these trucks are just plain fun” and looks forward to returning to competition behind the #84 Scott Gregory owned ShopWurld racetruck.

The NEATV Truck Series returns to Saturday night racing May 2, as well as June 27, August 1, and September 19. They will also be part of the season-ending Finale weekend, racing on Saturday, October 10. These feature events are tentatively scheduled as 25-lappers. The Series will also make 2 appearances on Wild ‘N Wacky Wednesday, the Speedbowl’s popular mid-week program, with planned 20-lap feature events. Joining the list of sponsors of the NEATV Truck Series is Levine Auto Parts, Spectro Performance Oils, Zep Superior Solutions, Lightning Light Bodies, and ShopWurld.com. For rules, results, driver information and Series updates be sure to visit http://www.neatv-trucks.com.

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Racing News:

April 10, 2009 - Overtime Racing, and driver Howard Payne, made an appearance this past Thursday at Waterford Speedbowl for Practice. The team has been working together for only two features, the first which ended in victory. As a team, Overtime Racing and Howard Payne know what it takes to win, and needed to spend more time together on the track to create the chemistry that is a race-winning combination.  All members of Overtime Racing left Waterford Speedbowl feeling confident in the preparations made.

Click here to see the video of Practice.

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April 6th, 2009 - The AllStar Race Truck Series has announced that the ARTS trucks will be on the schedule with the ARCA Re/Max feature event at New Jersey Motorsports Park, September 11th - 13th.

"ARCA’s first foray to a road course in over a decade – 2008’s visit to New Jersey Motorsports Park – was deemed a major success for the series. Fittingly, the 800-hp stock cars will make a return to Thunderbolt Raceway in 2009. 2008 race winner Justin Allgaier was crowned the series champion and has since signed with legendary Penske Racing to contest the 2009 NASCAR Nationwide Series, leaving plenty of hungry young hot shoes and series veterans behind to claim this season’s title. The VW Jetta TDI Cup and Pro IT series also return in 2009. F1 New Jersey hosts a WKA New Jersey Sprint Series karting race." (From the New Jersey Motorsports Park Website)

Stay tuned to www.overtimeracing.com and www.artsracing.com to see as the details of this upcoming event unfold.

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Race Recap:

March 28, 2009 – Waterford, CT: Saturday afternoon was the first afternoon of the new Waterford Truck Series. As a first feature for a new division, and 10 trucks ready to race, the feature began with a draw for position. Howard Payne, guest driver of the Overtime Racing #0, drew to begin the feature in 7th place. With no heat race, and only one round of practice on Saturday, the Overtime Racing truck was as prepared as the team could get it for a new series. Allen Coates in the #84, started the race on the pole with #85 of Greg Butler Jr. on the outside. On lap 2, the power of Hurricane Payne passed the #17 of Mike Anzalone. On lap 4, Hurricane tried to follow the #94 of Scott Gregory beind the #55 of Warren. With no luck, Payne was looking high and low to pass the #55 for 6 laps. On lap 10, Payne powered by the #55 on the bottom of the track getting into turn 1. Payne pushed his way to try and close the gap on the leaders. Laps 15 and 16 put Payne behind lap traffic, which he cleared with no contest. The caution flag flew at lap 22, when the #99 of Doug Dunleavy, got a flat a tire and ended up in the wall between turns 3 and 4. On the restart, the Overtime Racing #0 started in 5th, inside of the 3rd row. Payne tried to follow the #85 of Greg Butler, Jr., but Butler struggled to get grip on the restart. Contact was made with the #94 of Scott Gregory coming out of turn 4, to begin lap 24, which lead the #0 to get loose going into turn 1 and spun out, and then ended up nose to nose against the #55 of Warren. Overtime Racing is still awaiting the official results from the Speedbowl to determine our Official finishing position. To see this feature from Hurricane Payne’s Perspective, Click Here.

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Congratulations from OTR!!!

Overtime Racing would like to congratulate sponsor, Dan Huff of Big Boys Toys, on his recent engagement to our team accountant and head chef, Carolyn Morrison. We wish the happy couple the best of luck!

**NEW SPONSORSHIP WITH OTR**

**** Can-Am ATVs out of Canada will be sponsoring driver Howard Payne in the # 0 Overtime Racing  truck, owned by co-owners Seth Duval and Doug Leonard, for his quest for a championship in 2009. Can-Am is a sponsor of the New England ATV Motocross Series, in which Payne is president of and they feel this is just another venue of people to reach out to throughout the Northeast, where the # 0 truck will be racing in 2009. They manufacture ATVs from sport to full racing, 4x4 utility to the unique 3 wheeled street machine the Spider. Whether your a motocross or woods racer or just like to ride for fun Can-Am has it covered. They offer one of the best Amateur racer support programs in the Country along with contingency money in all major ATV racing series across the country. At any event the # 0 truck is competing in, there will be Can-Am literature available and there will be special events during the season posted on this website with Can-Am machines on display with the # 0 Overtime Racing truck. For more information on Can-Am ATV'S go to www.can-am.brp.com ****

*****Overtime Racing is pleased to announce that Howard Payne has signed on to be the new driver of the #0 Overtime Racing truck for the 2009 season. He will be running double duty in both the Waterford Truck series as well as in the AllStar Race Truck division.*****