Sweetwater Speedway

5/26/2025

Sweetwater Speedway

Sweetwater Speedway Roars to Life with Thrilling Opening Weekend!

ROCK SPRINGS, WY – The engines screamed, the dirt flew, and the fans roared as Sweetwater Speedway kicked off its 2025 season with an electrifying opening weekend on May 23rd and 24th. The "Pitt Stop Motorsports Modified Special" brought together racers from five different states, delivering two nights of incredible action that left spectators on the edge of their seats.
The racing surface was a standout performer, earning rave reviews from drivers and crews alike. Much of this success can be attributed to the diligent work of Pitt Construction, who significantly upgraded the track in the offseason. Their efforts included adding an impressive 30 loads of fresh clay to the racing surface, resulting in a smooth and consistent racing surface that allowed for intense, wheel-to-wheel battles across all divisions. The enhanced pit area, with its crushed asphalt upgrade, also provided a smoother and less dusty environment for teams, further contributing to a successful weekend.
One of the most encouraging signs for the 2025 season was the noticeable increase in car counts for the Go-Kart divisions. This surge in young talent is a testament to the growing interest in grassroots racing and promises a bright future for the sport at Sweetwater Speedway.
And what about the fans? They were simply fantastic! The stands were packed with enthusiastic supporters, cheering on their favorite drivers and creating an electric atmosphere that is unique to short track racing. Their passion and energy truly made the opening weekend a memorable event.
Here's a look at the main event winners from the thrilling opening weekend:
Friday, May 23, 2025:
• IMCA Modified: Braxton Yeager of Green River, WY, held off the hard charger of Ricky Alvarado of Hotchkiss, CO, to win the All-Star Qualifier main event on Friday. Younger brother Bryson Yeager put on an impressive performance, but a broken fly wheel ended his lead and his night.
• IMCA Sport Mod: Tony Dugan of Keenesburg, CO, drove a masterful race to claim victory. Payce Herrera was the early race lead but spun right before the checkered. Kyle Menlove also put on an impressive performance running the bottom making Dugan pass him on the high side.
• IMCA Sport Compact: Cody Poll of Green River, WY took the checkered flag after a hard-fought battle with nephew Ethan Poll and fellow competitors Marc Hammond and Sam Ogden.
• Go Kart - Beginner: Urijah Pitt of Rock Springs, WY, delighted the home crowd with a victory. There was a total of 12 beginner’s in this class more than doubling the car count from last year.
• Go Kart - Intermediate: Weston Ungaro of Green River, WY, showed his talent by taking the win.
• Go Kart - Advanced: Danica Delp of Rock Springs, WY, capped off a fantastic weekend of Go-Kart racing with a victory. This is Danica’s last year in the Go-Karts as she will age out and be in the IMCA Hobby Stock division in 2026.
Saturday, May 24, 2025:
• IMCA Modified: Michael Hale of West Jordan, UT, was victorious in a hotly contested All-Star Qualifier Modified feature. He started the night in 6th and worked his way up to the lead passing Howard, Gray, Payne and Beaman. Bryson Yeager had another dominating performance until his water pump broke ending his night early. Bryson is the 2024 Track Champion and showing the field that he has what it takes to continue the championship streak.
• IMCA Sport Mod: Payce Herrera of Price, UT had another dominating performance and brought home the win in the $1000 to win show.
• IMCA Sport Compact: Cody Poll of Green River, WY, did it again on Saturday night and looks like a driver that just can’t be beat.
• Go Kart - Beginner: Karson Peterson of Eagle Mountain, UT, started the season strong with his first ever victory at Sweetwater Speedway.
• Go Kart - Intermediate: Keegan Bertagnolli of Rock Springs, WY, dominated the Intermediate Go-Kart main.
• Go Kart - Advanced: Benning Day of Riverton, UT, showcased his skills with a win in the Advanced Go-Kart division.
Sweetwater Speedway has truly set the bar high for the rest of the 2025 season. With the track in prime condition, car counts on the rise, and a passionate fan base, every race promises to be a spectacle. Don't miss out on the next round of high-octane action coming June 6th and 7th! Sprint Cars will be hitting the track after a year long hiatus. The IMCA Stock Cars and Hobby Stocks will also be joining the show.