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POLE HOLDS OFF DARLING FOR GRANITE STATE PRO STOCK SERIES WIN
It was clear right from the top of the green in Wednesday’s Granite State Pro Stock Series race at Seekonk Speedway that Joey Pole was going to be the one to beat. Pole started at the front, and quickly jumped out to an impressive lead. As the field clicked off laps in the middle of the race, Pole drove away from the competition, while nine-time track champion David Darling tried to get around Jacob Burns for second.
4 days ago1 min read


GSPSS’ MDP Triple Crown Kicks Off Wednesday At Seekonk Speedway
Wednesday’s feature event fittingly launches the MDP Motorsports Promotions Triple Crown at the renowned “Cement Palace” on Massachusetts’ South Coast, only minutes from the Rhode Island state line.
7 days ago3 min read


History Again: David Darling Becomes Third Driver To Accomplish 100 Career Seekonk Speedway Wins
Over 81 years, Seekonk Speedway fans have witnessed some of the best drivers in the history of Northeast short-track racing compete on the third-mile. There have been thousands of drivers - some turned just a few laps, some have raced for over two decades.
7 days ago3 min read


MID WEEK MADNESS BRINGS NASCAR MODS, GRANITE STATE PRO STOCKS, BIG MONEY LEGENDS CARS BATTLE TO SEEKONK SPEEDWAY JULY 1
SEEKONK, Mass. — The Action Track of the East is set to roar to life with the only mid-week event of the 2026 season - Mid Week Madness - on Wednesday, July 1. The stars of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour headline the night with the running of the Firecracker 150 presented by Bethesda Leadership Group, alongside the Granite State Pro Stock Series 100-lap contest. The Nick’s Pit Stop Legends Cars, one of Seekonk Speedway’s Fast Friday divisions, will also hit the track for a c
Jun 283 min read


Darling Joins Racing Immortality During Historic Night at Seekonk Speedway
Fans witnessed one of the most memorable evenings in the 81-year history of the Action Track of the East as David Darling became just the third driver ever to reach 100 career victories at Seekonk Speedway. His milestone victory highlighted an action-packed NASCAR Saturday program that also featured thrilling wins by Richie Murray, Randy Moretti and Mike Cavallaro.
Jun 283 min read


SEEKONK SPEEDWAY BACK ON TRACK WITH DOUBLEHEADER OF FAST FRIDAY, NASCAR SATURDAY
SEEKONK, Mass. — The Action Track of the East will roar back to life again this Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, as Seekonk Speedway celebrates the end of the month of June with two nights packed with racing action. The weekend is headlined by 10 divisions of short-track racing, including the Everett’s Auto Parts Pro Stock 75, a Late Model Everett’s Triple Crown event, and Triple Crown races for the Bandolero Bandits and Outlaws along with the Nick’s Pit Stop Legends Ca
Jun 226 min read


NASCAR RECAP - JUNE 20TH
LASCUOLA HOLDS OFF BURNS FOR PRO STOCK WIN Nick Lascuola had put together impressive speed again early in the Pro Stock season at Seekonk Speedway, but it hadn’t all fallen his way, until Saturday night. The Story: Lascuola quickly worked his way up to the front of the 40-lap Pro Stock feature, and even though the lap chart shows he led the laps over the second half of the race, Lascuola had a few different drivers trying to take the trophy away. He had to hold off Jacob Bur
Jun 213 min read


SUMMER HEAT FIRES UP TRIPLEHEADER WEEKEND AT SEEKONK SPEEDWAY
SEEKONK, Mass. — Seekonk Speedway is rocketing forward into a triple header weekend of racing from June 19-21, one that fans will not want to miss. Fast Friday returns to showcase the next generation of stars on Friday night at 7 p.m., while NASCAR Saturday is headlined by two Everett’s Triple Crown Series races beginning at 6 p.m. On Sunday, the Monster Trucks invade the Action Track of the East, joined by the East Coast Towing & Recovery Spectator Drags. Tickets for all th
Jun 176 min read


NASCAR Saturday Night Highlights June 13th Featuring American Racer Pro 75 Recap
THIBEAULT DRIVES AWAY TO GET BACK TO SPORT TRUCK VICTORY LANE DJ Thibeault used a smooth few moves and a fast Sport Truck to rocket back into Victory Lane at Seekonk Speedway on Saturday night. The Story: The Sport Trucks were the final feature of the night, a bit different than normal for the competitors. It was Thibeault who jumped out front rather early, getting away from the competition and pouncing on opportunity to get back to the winner's circle. Over the final half of
Jun 143 min read


AMERICAN RACER PRO STOCK 75, EVERETT’S TRIPLE CROWN ACTION SPREAD ACROSS FAST FRIDAY, NASCAR SATURDAY THIS WEEK
Seekonk Speedway is back on track for another two days of racing this weekend, June 12 and 13, with Fast Friday and NASCAR Saturday hitting the Action Track of the East full speed
Jun 86 min read


DARLING GOES BACK-TO-BACK FOR PRO STOCK TRIPLE CROWN WIN
David Darling has once again become the clear, dominant force in the Pro Stock division at Seekonk Speedway to open the 2026 season. Darling won Saturday’s 60-lap opener of the Everett’s Auto Parts Triple Crown Series for the Pro Stocks, his second victory in two races.
Jun 71 min read


AMERICAN-CANADIAN TOUR COMING TO TOWN TO JOIN NASCAR DIVISIONS, FAST FRIDAY IN BUSY WEEKEND
The first of two visits for the stars of the American-Canadian Tour (ACT) at Seekonk Speedway will take place this Saturday, June 6. The ACT Tour will join the first round of the Everett’s Triple Crown Series for the NASCAR Local Racing Series Pro Stocks and Sport Trucks, along with the return of the Sportsman division, for a four-division card sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats this Saturday evening.
Jun 15 min read


NASCAR SATURDAY UNDER THE LIGHTS KICKS OFF WITH SPECTATOR DRAGS THIS SATURDAY
The fresh smell of race fuel and burning rubber at Seekonk Speedway will go under the lights for the first time in 2026 this Saturday night, May 9. All four NASCAR Local Racing Series divisions will be back on the track for race two of their championship season, while the East Coast Towing & Recovery Spectator Drags also join the card for the first time this season.
May 84 min read


DAVE DARLING CONTINUES PRO STOCK DOMINANCE WITH OPENING DAY WIN
David Darling won his ninth Pro Stock title to finish out 2025, and came out swinging to open the new year, looking to capture an elusive 10th driving title this season. Darling won the opener of the NASCAR Local Racing Series Pro Stock season, taking the top spot from Mike Brightman and sailing away to victory lane. The Move of the Race: Former Pro Stock champion Kenny Spencer had to go to the rear early, but charged through the pack and finished in third, on the podium. It
May 41 min read


Seekonk Speedway To Open 81st Season of Short-Track Racing With Jam Packed Weekend May 2nd & 3rd
SEEKONK, Mass. — After a long winter, one filled with some of the largest snow totals in the last decade, Seekonk Speedway is dried out and ready to open the 81st season of short-track racing at the Action Track of the East this weekend. Sunday, May 3, marks opening day for all four NASCAR Local Racing Series divisions, competing for the first checkered flags of the season. One day prior, the annual Classic Car Show in the front parking lot, joined by the final test and tune
Apr 283 min read


NASCAR Saturday Storylines To Watch As Seekonk’s 81st Season Begins
The 2026 NASCAR Saturday season at Seekonk Speedway is upon us, with four returning divisions set to compete in the NASCAR Local Racing Series.
Apr 65 min read


SEEKONK SPEEDWAY BOOSTS NASCAR WEEKLY RACING PURSE AND POINT FUND FOR 2026 SEASON
“Our dedicated competitors deserve this,” David Alburn, Competition Director at Seekonk Speedway, said. “We understand it takes hard work ,dedication and many resources to supply funds to race weekly, racing hard on the track from May into the end of September, and in the chase for the championship.
Jan 32 min read


NASCAR Saturday & Fast Friday Racing Return: Five Thrill Shows Plus Monster Trucks Back on Track Schedule
Seekonk Speedway officials announced today the track event schedule for the 81st season of short-track racing in 2026.
Nov 24, 20254 min read


Divisional Lineup Set For July 1 Mid Week Madness NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Showdown at Seekonk Speedway
The Tour will compete in the Firecracker 150 presented by Bethesda Leadership Group, celebrating Independence Day a few days early. It will be the second appearance of the Whelen Modified Tour at Seekonk for 2026 - also joining the J&R Precast 150 on Saturday, May 16.
Nov 4, 20253 min read


DARLING ROCKETS TO NINTH PRO STOCK TTLE, MAKING HISTORY
For the first time in the now 80-year history of Seekonk Speedway, the Action Track of the East has a nine-time drivers champion. David Darling added to his legacy even further in 2025, advancing into the Pro Stock Final Four in the Sunoco Drive For The Cup, and coming out on top on the final night of the season to rocket back to the head table.
Oct 17, 20251 min read
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