The Outlaw 350 Supermodified Sprint Series celebrates the 2024 season

Last evening in Sandusky, Ohio, the owners, drivers , sponsors and fans alike got to get her to celebrate a successful 2024 racing season, which ultimately ended in the crowning of the 2024 Champion, Todd Buchanan.
We started the night off with some awesome apps and a few adult beverages, which led into a wonderful buffet dinner. Everything on the buffet was very very good!..
Promptly after dinner, the awards ceremonies commenced . Our emcees for the evening, Doug and Bob Neubauer , got right into the action, starting with our 6th through 10th place finishers of Brandon Fisher, Kevin Mingus, Brian Neubauer, Al Miller and Matt Demyan, respectfully.
We then followed with a BIG thank you to some of our sponsors, Smiths Top Notch, Fisher Custom Printing , Victory Racing Engines, Sherwood Wheels and Crow Bar Catering.
Our first special award of the night , the Hard Luck Driver , went to someone who definitely lived up to that title, unfortunately. With major incidents at both Flat Rock and Sandusky, Doug Neubauer wa the recipient for 2024.
Continuing with our 5rh and 4th place points finishers, Danny Shirey and Frank Neill received their trophies and banners for their seasons.
Most Popular Driver was up next, and that award for this season, as voted on by fans , was the 57 of Brian Neubauer .
Moving on to our major sponsors from 2024 , we honored those with a HUGE thank you and a plaque. First up , Brian’s Automotive and Gibson’s Hoosier Tire for taking care of the heat races . Jim James Valentine sponsors our Fast Time Award at each and every event. Race event sponsors included Kirby’s Auto Parts, Rogers Tire, Timothy Atkinson at First National Bank, Doug Sabin at Northstar Title and Escrow , Resurrection Autoworx, and Henrietta Produce & Pantry LLC.
Quest Restoration has been onboard from day one, as the sponsor of our Last Car Running Award.
We couldn’t have a race day without everyone behind the scenes ! Thank you to Pit Steward Dick Tanner, Tech Inspector Denny Watson. Race director Zach Gibson, and if course Lisa and Larry Gibson with tire sales and keeping everyone focused and hydrated!!
Lastly, we extended a special thank you to our entitlement sponsor Team Wills, and Greg Willis, Howard Hanna Realty Services. Greg has been gracious enough to put up the $10,000 point fund that our teams have fought for all season.
The beautifully prepared number 40 of Sawyer Stout was bestowed with the Best Appearing Car for 2024.
Rookie of the Year was awarded to Brian Neubauer. With his first full season in a race car, he finished 8th in points and his first career heat race win.
Clayton Karl was honored next for his third place finish , and Sawyer Stout for his runner up.
Mechanic of the Year was handed out to the crew chief of the championship winning car , Andrew Turinsky
As we made it to the top of the points standings, Todd Buchanan was given all the accolades a champion deserves. In Todd’s championship speech, he honored his late brother and father by saying they were the inspiration to continue his racing career. He also thanked his wife and family for their support, as well as his entire crew for making it all possible , and for getting a new car prepared for the 2025 season, with the hopes of more trips to victory lane, and defending the championship.
The end of the ceremonies were rounded out with some very special awards. First off, on behalf of ALL drivers and teams, a very presentation was made to series creator and owner Larry Gibson, for all of his hard work and dedication.
The highest award handed out , the Honorary Outlaw , went to two very deserving individuals that help keep it all together. Lisa Gibson and Zach Gibson. Lisa makes sure race days stay organized, and flowing off the track, while Zach makes sure everything stays orderly on the track. Thank you both very much for ALL that you do!!
Stay tuned for more news and notes from the banquet in the upcoming days! Mark the calendar for May 31, as we kick off the 2025 season at Sandusky Speedway .

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