Saturday Practice. May 1

Just a reminder that the practice this Saturday is open to Seekonk competitors only. This will give a chance for everyone to get ready for their season opener. Sunday will open the season for the Pro's, Late Models, Trucks & Streets. Friday, June 4th will be the season opener for the Fast Friday classes, Pure Stocks, Sport4, and SYRA. Good luck to all.

Rain forces postponement of open practice

With rains being forcasted for Saturday, April 17, the scheduled open practice has been postponed until Saturday, April 24. The times will remain the same, with the pit gates opening at 9am, and the first practice at 11am for any rookies that have not been on the track. The grandstands will open at 11am. There is no charge to watch practice from the grandstands.

Gene Angelillo, Dedicated Northeastern Midget Association Team Owner, Died Monday In Waterbury

It has been confirmed that Gene Angelillo, long time NEMA Champion Owner and former NEMA official has passed away today. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. http://nemaracing.com/

Registrations

Just a reminder to all of our 2010 competitors. Registrations are being accepted at this time. If you are renewing your number from 2009, you have until February 28, 2010 to reserve your number. As of March 1, all numbers will be available. Renew your number now before losing it.

Calling hours for Don Dionne.

Relatives and friends may call at the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory, 659 East Greenwich Ave., West Warwick on Saturday, January 9 from 2-5 PM. and are invited to join his family immediately after at the F.O.P. Warwick Lodge, Tanner Ave., Apponaug. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com

3 Time Champion Don Dionne passes.

It was learned today that 3-time Seekonk Speedway Champion Don Dionne of Warwick RI passed away on Tuesday, January 5th. Don was a long time fan favorite at Seekonk, where he picked up over 30 wins in a career that spanned over 25 years. Don won his first race on September 23, 1967 in the B division. His final win came on July 15, 1989, in John Tyler's Sound Marine Special.

His first championship came in 1970 in the B division. In 1979, he became the very first Pro Stock Champion, driving for the Manfredo Brothers. He followed that up in 1981, with his second Pro Stock title.

At this time, arrangements have not been announced. We will update as soon as possible.