Dick Trickle talks about the "Daytona" of Wisconsin, the Milwaukee Mile
WEST ALLIS, Wis. (July 8, 2009) – The struggles of the Milwaukee Mile have been anything but pleasant news to many die-hard race fans from the Midwest. The most recent news will be heart wrenching to Mid-American Stock Car Series drivers and fans alike.
The Milwaukee Mile was forced to close its doors for the August “Wisconsin All-Stars” weekend, it was reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinal Wednesday. Among other events, the weekend was to host a 40-lap MASCS feature event on Saturday, August 29.
“The Milwaukee Mile has been a very important venue to Mid-American, hosting some of the best races that we have had in the past four seasons,” said MASCS co-owner Doug Strasburg. “We wish the Mile the best of luck in getting back on their feet.”
The news, however, is not all “doom and gloom,” said Strasburg. He said there are many good people working, basically for free, to try to resolve the issues at the Milwaukee Mile.
Doug Hornickel PhotoBy: Kevin Ramsell
WEST ALLIS, WI (Sunday, May 31, 2009) - It was a beautiful day and a great crowd on hand at The Milwaukee Mile for the ABC Supply - AJ Foyt 225 Indy Car Series race. Dixon got past defending race winner Ryan Briscoe with 24 laps to go in the race that only took one hour and 38 minutes.
Briscoe sat on the pole but it was Tony Kanaan going from his third starting position to the lead on the opening lap. Kanaan would lead the first 25 laps until Briscoe would get by him on lap 26. Kanaan would later fall out on lap 133 with mechanical problems.
The top-three stayed together throughout most of the event with Briscoe holding off Ganassi Racing teammates Dixon and Dario Franchetti.
The first of two cautions flew on lap 57 when Mike Conway made contact with the SAFER barrier in turn four. He was able to walk away.
NorthernTool.com 250 Takes Center Stage on Wisconsin’s Biggest Motorsports Weekend
West Allis, Wis. (May 21, 2009) – The biggest motorsports weekend in Wisconsin will culminate with the NorthernTool.com 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series race at The Milwaukee Mile on Saturday night, June 20, it was announced today by officials of the historic speedway.
Minnesota-based Northern Tool + Equipment has a Wisconsin store in Milwaukee just a six minute drive from The Mile. This entitlement will work hand-in-glove with raising awareness for the 28 year-old company’s current involvement in NASCAR, and their website, which has a deep selection of hand and power tools and a diverse mix of products including generators, pressure washers, air compressors and much more, found at www.northerntool.com
West Allis, WI, May 2 – Mark Fogel of West Bend, recorded his first win of the season during Midwest Enduro Stock Car Series season opener held at the historic Milwaukee Mile oval. Fogel ran in the top five for most of the 150-lap contest and despite finishing in the runner-up position at the line he was declared the winner after Brad Hetzel was disqualified during post race inspection. The "Bema Polytech / Klement’s Sausage 150" enduro started 64 entrants including the full size "stock car" division, the 4-cylinder "small car" division and the “V-6” division. All divisions competed at the same time.
Fogel was first overall followed by Tom Barnharst and Don Lunsford. All three reached the Milwaukee Mile podium and earned huge trophies for their efforts plus prize money. Steve Bayer recorded his first ever enduro win in the "small car" class followed by Mike Jucius. First in the “stock car” division was Fogel. Fogel was also first in the “A” class division over Barnharst. In the “B” class, it was Matt Arvia over Gary Paulick. Another first time winner in the V-6 division was Joel Schumann. All trophy awards were courtesy of Bema Polytech Inc. of Elmhurst, IL
Waterford, WI, April 30 – The season opener for the Midwest Enduro Series is only hours away. The Series 25th season begins on Saturday May 2 at the historic Milwaukee Mile paved oval. Over 75 entrants are expected for the “Bema Polytech / Klement’s Sausage 150”.
All 2008 Series champions are set to defend their crown. Tom Barnharst of Wind Lake, will look for his fifth championship in 2009 and try for a third consecutive title in the “Stock Car” division. Mark Johler of Des Plaines, IL, will look for his second title in the “Small Car” division as well as Julie Hayes of Monee, IL, in the “V-6 Series” division.
Drivers from five different states are expected to compete in the 150-lap event.
The Loser’s Car Club of Wisconsin will display their show vehicles on the track during the program and sign autographs.
The pit gate opens at 8:00 am., grandstand at 10:00 am., and an autograph session for the fans will begin at 12 noon, Klement’s Sausage race at 12:35, and a driver introduction at 12:45 with main event to begin at 1:00 sharp. Grandstand tickets are $15 and kids 11 & under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Pit pass is $25.
Waterford, WI, April 30 – The season opener for the Midwest Enduro Series is only hours away. The Series 25th season begins on Saturday May 2 at the historic Milwaukee Mile paved oval. Over 75 entrants are expected for the “Bema Polytech / Klement’s Sausage 150”.
All 2008 Series champions are set to defend their crown. Tom Barnharst of Wind Lake, will look for his fifth championship in 2009 and try for a third consecutive title in the “Stock Car” division. Mark Johler of Des Plaines, IL, will look for his second title in the “Small Car” division as well as Julie Hayes of Monee, IL, in the “V-6 Series” division.
Drivers from five different states are expected to compete in the 150-lap event.
The Loser’s Car Club of Wisconsin will display their show vehicles on the track during the program and sign autographs.
The pit gate opens at 8:00 am., grandstand at 10:00 am., and an autograph session for the fans will begin at 12 noon, Klement’s Sausage race at 12:35, and a driver introduction at 12:45 with main event to begin at 1:00 sharp. Grandstand tickets are $15 and kids 11 & under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Pit pass is $25.
Hunger Task Force to Benefit, Huge Classic Car & Race Show Included
West Allis, Wis. (April 27, 2009) – This Sunday, May 3rd is the once-a-year opportunity for race fans and all who are interested to drive their personal vehicles around the historic Milwaukee Mile. Once again, the Hunger Task Force of Wisconsin will benefit from this community-wide event.
All are welcome to join race fans in adding their name to the list of auto racing legends - named Foyt, Andretti, Kulwicki, Earnhardt and virtually every Indianapolis 500 winning driver – to have taken laps around The Milwaukee Mile, located on the Wisconsin State Fair grounds in West Allis.
Individuals can drive their insured personal vehicles around The Milwaukee Mile from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Minivans, passenger cars, motorcycles, work trucks, classic cars and motorcycles are among the vehicles that have participated in past Drive The Mile events. There will be signs directing vehicles into the event at Fairgrounds Gate 1, at 79th & Greenfield Avenue.
by Jim Tretow
WEST ALLIS, Wis. -- After Cambridge, Wis. native and 2003 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Matt Kenseth captured the Daytona 500 on February 15, The Milwaukee Mile celebrated with a discounted ticket offer of $17 – to match the winner’s car number – to the Saturday, August 29 Wisconsin All-Star 100 race, in which Kenseth is scheduled to race a super late model.
Fresh off of Kenseth’s second-straight NASCAR victory yesterday in Fontana, Calif., The Milwaukee Mile is expanding its offer for a limited time, with the offer of two tickets for $17 to witness Kenseth racing in the Wisconsin All-Star 100 event, in the reserved 200-level seating.
Kenseth will return for the third consecutive year to race at The Milwaukee Mile August 29 to compete against the best in the Midwest driving a short track super late model race car, which is similar to the car he raced in his formative years before launching his ultra-successful NASCAR career.
Over a Century of Auto Racing Tradition Continues for 2009 and Beyond at America's Legendary Oval
West Allis, Wis. (February 19, 2009) - Wisconsin Motorsports, LLC has signed an agreement to retain promoter rights at The Milwaukee Mile motor speedway. The historic venue is located on the Wisconsin State Fair Park grounds in West Allis, Wis. and continues to be the oldest active auto racing facility in the country, dating back to 1903.
In 2009, The Milwaukee Mile is set to hold the stars of the IndyCar Series the Sunday following the Indianapolis 500 on May 31, the popular NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series events on June 19 & 20, and the return of Wisconsin NASCAR superstar and 2009 Daytona 500 champion Matt Kenseth in a special Wisconsin All-Star 100 super late model event on August 29.
The new promoter agreement ensures the near-term and long-term future of auto racing at America's Legendary Oval.
All purchased tickets for 2009 events at The Milwaukee Mile will be honored.
