CENTER LISLE, NY – It’s getting bigger.

The Jan Cocoran Memorial weekend, which kicks off the racing season at Thunder Mountain Speedway on Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19, is rapidly gaining momentum.

With $3,200 already up for grabs for the winning drivers in the Modified and Sportsman divisions during Saturday night’s finale, Dot Foods has signed on as the presenting sponsor for the weekend’s events. Several additional contingency sponsors have also joined the lineup.

Founded in 1960 by husband-and-wife team Robert and Dorothy Tracy, DOT Foods started with a small red station wagon and has since grown to become the nation’s largest food industry redistributor. DOT Foods now provides innovative supply chain solutions to customers in all 50 states and 39 countries. A family-owned and operated company, DOT Foods operates from 11 distribution centers across the United States. For more information, visit www.dotfoods.com or call (315) 457-4911.

Beyea Custom Headers is also kicking in or the contingency program with a $400 certificate for the Modifieds and a $250 certificate for the Sportsman. With over 25 years of expertise in header fabrication, they specialize in creating custom-built Performance Headers, Merge Collectors, and Tri-Y Headers tailored to meet your specific needs. Each header and exhaust setup is rigorously tested and trusted by top Modified and Late Model race teams, as well as engine builders, across the U.S. To learn more find them on the web at https://beyeaheaders.com/

DIG Race Products has offered up several $500 worth of certificates for their services with 10 drivers going home with $50 certificates. Since 2016, Dig Race Products has had a sole focus on northeast Dirt Modified shocks and suspension tuning. Located centrally in New York – Dig is the industry leader in at track shock and set up support. For more visit www.digraceproducts.com.

Fastline Performance will give away $100 certificates to the second and 12^th place finishers in each of the Modified and Sportsman divisions. Fastline Performance is the largest shock center, offering shock sales, service, and repairs. As the only dealer in the market to handle every major brand—including DIG, Penske, Integra, Fox, and Bilstein—Fastline also provides trackside support and operates a pulldown machine. Contact them at mike.w@fastlineshocks.com.

Put Henry’s Headers & Exhaust on that list as well.  They’ll donate one $100 certificate for Modifieds and Sportsman to be drawn at random. Henry’s Headers & Exhaust specializes in custom exhaust solutions for a variety of vehicles. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and personalized service, they cater to customers looking to enhance their vehicle’s performance and sound. They are online at https://henrysheadersexhaustsystems.com/.

One random DIRTcar Sportsman driver will be awarded a brand-new Hoosier Racing Tire. Hoosier Racing Tire is the largest race tire manufacturer in the world. Hoosier has grown to produce over 1000 different types of race tires. For more about Hoosier Racing Tire visit https://www.hoosiertire.com/.

Integra Racing Shocks has donated $100 certificates. A random Modified and DIRTcar Sportsman driver will take them home. Since its inception in 2003, Integra Racing Shocks and Springs has consistently stayed at the forefront of Circle Track technology. The addition of our EMA Dyno and Data Acquisition system has paved new paths to victory lane. Find more at https://keysermanufacturing.com/.

Keizer Wheels has donated a pair of $100 gift certificates. One driver from the Modifieds and one from the DIRTcar Sportsman will go home with those.  At K2W Precision Inc, they are committed to crafting wheels of the highest quality. By focusing on both weight and strength, they offer competitive and affordable wheels, utilizing cold spun U.S. aerospace-grade aluminum and unique heat treat processes to ensure precision and durability. For more visit https://keizerwheels.com/ 

Velocita USA has donated 50% off certificates for drivers finishing in the fourth position in both the Modified and the DIRTcar Sportsman features. Velocita is a premium manufacturer of fire suits, gloves, shoes and crew apparel. We are here for the die hard, knuckles busted, blood, sweat and tears racer. We make the items that will not only protect you, but look great, last long and are affordable. Visit https://velocita-usa.com/ for information.

Four lucky drivers will take home a $25 product sponsorship from VP Racing Fuels. Those will go to two Modified drivers and two DIRTcar Sportsman competitors.  Known for its 80+ fuel blends and commitment to innovation, VP Racing continues to lead in race fuel technology. They are online at https://vpracingfuels.com/

Racing on Friday night is scheduled for 7 p.m. with hot laps hitting the track at 6 p.m. Pit gates open at 3 p.m. with grandstand gates opening at 4 p.m. Pits are $40, and grandstands are $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, veterans, and kids ages 10 to 17. Nine and under are free.

Saturday night’s program goes green at 4 p.m. with hot laps scheduled for 3 p.m. Pit gates open at 1 p.m. with grandstands at 2 p.m. Pits are $45. Grandstand admission is set at $25 for adults, $22 for seniors, veterans, and kids ages 10 to 17. Nine and under are free.

If you can’t make it to the track, both night’s of action will be broadcast live on Dirt Track Digest TV.

Friday Pass $21.99: https://dirttrackdigest.tv/videos/40515

Saturday Pass $27.99: https://dirttrackdigest.tv/videos/40516

Anyone interested in posting additional contingency awards can email jeremiecorcoran@rocketmail.com.

The Thunder Mountain Speedway will open the doors for the first time in 2025 on Saturday, April 12th, for a practice night open to all divisions.

For more information about the Jan Corcoran Memorial and the weekly action at the track, visit www.thundermtnspeedway.net.