(Eastaboga, AL - December 30, 2024) – The highly anticipated 2025 Rogers-Dabbs Performance Parts Crate Racin' USA Winter Shootout Series officially kicks off this weekend with the 34th Annual Ice Bowl at Talladega Short Track in Eastaboga, Alabama. The action-packed event will take place from January 2-4, 2025, with drivers and teams from across the country vying for the historic Ice Bowl trophy and a $4,000 payday.
The Ice Bowl has long been a cornerstone of the Winter Shootout Series, with this year marking the tenth time the series will compete in this prestigious event. Last year, Will Roland of Jasper, Georgia, claimed victory at the Ice Bowl, eventually securing the Winter Shootout Series championship. Roland’s thrilling triumph came after a hard-fought battle with Lenoir City, Tennessee’s Matt Henderson, who finished just 34 points behind the champion.
The impressive list of previous Ice Bowl winners includes some of the sport’s best, with Jimmy Elliott and Jason Welshan being the only repeat champions.
Previous Ice Bowl Winners – Winter Shootout Series:
2016: William Thomas
2017: Brandon Williams
2018: Ronnie Johnson
2019: Jimmy Elliott
2020: Jimmy Elliott
2021: Jason Welshan
2022: Cory Hedgecock
2023: Jason Welshan
2024: Will Roland
CRUSA 604 Late Models - Event Schedule:
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 – Hauler Parking (12-5 PM, Weather Permitting)
Thursday, January 2, 2025 – Open Practice for All Divisions (Gates Open at 9 AM, Practice 12 PM – 5 PM)
Friday, January 3, 2025 – Qualifying and Heat Races (Gates Open at 8 AM, Registration & Tech Inspection 8 AM – 12 PM, Driver’s Meeting at 9:30 AM, Hot Laps at 10 AM)
Saturday, January 4, 2025 – B-Mains and Features (Gates Open at 8 AM, Drivers Meeting at 9:30 AM, B-Mains at 10 AM)
Sunday, January 5, 2025 – Rain Date (If needed)
The Ice Bowl will mark the first of four weekends of intense racing action in the 2025 Winter Shootout Series. Following the Talladega event, the series will head to Volusia Speedway Park in Barberville, Florida, for the DirtCar Sunshine Nationals from January 23-25, featuring a $10,000-to-win main event. Other Winter Shootout events include The Sweetheart at I-75 Raceway in Sweetwater, Tennessee, on February 15, and the prestigious Swamp Cabbage 100 at Hendry County Motorsports Park in Clewiston, Florida, on February 21-22.
2025 Winter Shootout Series Schedule:
January 2-4: Talladega Short Track – Eastaboga, AL | Ice Bowl ($4,000 to win)
January 22-25: Volusia Speedway Park – Barberville, FL | DirtCar Sunshine Nationals ($10,000 to win)
February 15: I75 Raceway – Sweetwater, TN | The Sweetheart ($3,000 to win)
February 20-22: Hendry County Raceway Park – Clewiston, FL | Swamp Cabbage 100 ($15,000 to win)
The overall points champion of the 2025 Winter Shootout Series will take home a $4,000 cash prize, with a total points fund of $17,250 for the top 10 drivers. Additionally, the best finishing rookie will earn a $1,500 bonus, with second and third place rookies also receiving cash prizes. The rookie points fund totals $2,750.
2025 Winter Shootout Series Points Fund:
1st: $4,000
2nd: $2,500
3rd: $2,000
4th: $1,750
5th: $1,500
6th: $1,300
7th: $1,200
8th: $1,100
9th: $1,000
10th: $900
Rookie of the Year Points Fund:
1st: $1,500
2nd: $750
3rd: $500
Drivers who compete in 100% of the scheduled Winter Shootout events will receive the full points fund payout. For drivers participating in less than 100% of the events, payouts will be prorated based on participation.
For more information, visit the official website of Crate Racin' USA at www.crateracinusa.com or email crateracinusa@gmail.com.
Winter Shootout Series Track Information:
Talladega Short Track: www.talladegashorttrack.com
Volusia Speedway Park: www.volusiaspeedwaypark.com
I75 Raceway: www.i-75racewaypark.com
Hendry County Motorsports Park: www.hendryracing.com
About Crate Racin' USA:
For more information, visit the official website of Crate Racin' USA at www.crateracinusa.com or email crateracinusa@gmail.com.
Sponsors and Partners:
Crate Racin' USA would like to thank its valued sponsors and marketing partners, including Rogers Dabbs Performance Parts, Chevrolet Performance, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, VP Racing Lubricants, KRC Power Steering, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Willy’s Carb & Dyno Shop, LLC, Competition Racing Equipment, Cruise with the Champions, Savage Chassis, BMF Race Cars, Velocita by Melissa Markewitz, Eagle Racing Engines, Hickman Manufacturing, ATC Bolts & Fasteners, and Sin City Bail Bonds.