BIG DIAMOND RACEWAY ANNOUNCES FORMAT FOR THIS YEAR'S DIAMOND NATIONALS

Forestville, PA - September 11, 2009 - The annual Coalcracker races have been successfully completed, and Big Diamond Raceway is currently preparing for the upcoming Diamond Nationals. This event has become a yearly tradition at the speedway since 2006 and continues in a few weeks.

     Landis C. Deck & Yuengling present a solid three division card of competition on Saturday September 26. The Big Block Modifieds (Hagerstown style rules, any 13- by 92-inch tire that is readily available from manufacturer, 2500 lbs) make their first appearance since April, competing in a 50-lap feature. The ARDC Midgets return to the speedway for their second show of the year. Finally, the Extreme Roadrunners compete in an event open to four barrel carbs, headers, and 8 inch tires.      

      Landis C. Deck and H & K Group presents day two of the Nationals on Sunday September 27. The program consists of Open Competition Small Block Modifieds (Hagerstown style rules,any 13- by 92-inch tire that is readily available from manufacturer, 2350 lbs), and the always entertaining Sportsman division (2500 lbs, must meet home track specs for motors, steel wheels required). Rule questions may be directed to the speedway office at 570-385-0744. 

     After considering other track schedules and driver's weekend plans, speedway management decided to switch some divisions around from the previously announced plan.

     Big Diamond Raceway is a three-eighth's mile clay oval racetrack located just outside of Minersville PA. For more information on the speedway, visit their website atwww.bigdiamondraceway.com.