Carson Hocevar Headlines Redbud 400 Entry List at Anderson

A who’s who of Super Late Model Racing is set for the 59th Annual CB Fabricating Redbud 400 at Anderson Speedway this Saturday night, July 26th, and it features one of the deepest, most competitive fields in recent memory. 21 Super Late Model stars from 12 states and 2 provinces of Canada are set to converge on Anderson Speedway for one of short track racing’s most grueling events.

Headlining the field is NASCAR Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar. Hocevar has a very extensive background in Super Late Model racing. He’s a former winner of the Redbud 400, Winchester 400, and Glass City 200. He’s also a three time winner of the Money in the Bank 150 at Berlin Raceway.

Fan favorite Bubba Pollard returns to Anderson Speedway seeking a long-awaited victory in a crown jewel event that has eluded him. His resume includes wins in the All American 400, Oxford 250, and Slinger Nationals, but the Redbud 400 remains one of the few major races missing from his collection.

Also entered is Cole Butcher, the Canadian star who continues to make waves in the Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour. Driving for Wilson Motorsports, Butcher has consistently run at the front of the field this season and already has 3 victories under his belt. He also is a former winner of the Redbud 400. Expect Butcher to be a serious threat on Saturday night.

Florida’s Stephen Nasse returns to Anderson on Saturday. Nasse is always a contender in the nation’s biggest Super Late Model races. He’s a 2-time winner of the Winchester 400 to go along with wins like the Clyde Hart Memorial, All American 400, and FL Governor’s Cup. Having come close to Redbud 400 glory in the past, he’ll be looking to break through and etch his name into the event’s prestigious winner’s list.

Derek Thorn, the California standout, will look to make his Redbud 400 debut on Saturday night. Thorn is a multi-time SRL Southwest Tour champion and a former winner of the Snowball Derby. Out west, he’s won events like the Summer Showdown, Winter Showdown, and Madera Short Track Shootout.

Defending race winner Kyle Steckly is another name to watch. Steckly has quickly established himself as a rising talent in ASA STARS National Tour competition. Up in Canada he’s the driver to beat as he’s the 2-time and defending champion of the APC United Late Model Tour.

Hometown fans will have their eyes on Dakoda Armstrong, a native of nearby New Castle, Indiana. Armstrong brings a blend of local knowledge and national experience, having competed in the NASCAR Xfinity and Truck Series ranks as well as in a Sprint Car right at Anderson Speedway. His familiarity with Anderson’s unique layout makes him a dark horse contender heading into race weekend.

Other notable drivers include Chase Burda, Dawson Sutton, Austin Nason, Derek Kraus, Carson Brown, Gavan Boschele, George Phillips, Chase Pinsonneault, Kole Raz, Billy VanMeter, Dylan Bates, Steven Ulman, Gabrielle Grigsby, and Ryder Van Alst.

Race day for the 59th Annual Redbud 400 will be packed with action. Final practice for the Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour competitors is set for 2:00 PM, followed by CorvetteParts.net Pole Qualifying at 6:00 PM. Fans will get a chance to meet their favorite drivers during an on-track autograph session at 6:30 PM, just before the green flag drops on the main event at 7:35 PM.

Tickets for this marquee event are on sale now:
• Adults: $20 in advance
• Kids 6–12: $10
• Kids 5 & under: FREE

Purchase online at: https://www.showpass.com/59th-annual-redbud-400-asa-stars-national-tour/
Or stop by the Anderson Speedway ticket office, open Monday–Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM. Tickets will also be available at the gate on race day.

Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour

Founded by Track Enterprises President Bob Sargent, The Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour for pavement Super Late Model stock cars debuted in March 2023.

The Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour is a twelve-race championship series, offering a $100,000 point fund. The tour will visit 12 different racetracks in 8 states in 2025, with the season beginning in February during Florida Speedweeks and concluding in early November at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.

For those unable to attend an event, live coverage of each of the 12 events can be found on Track TV in addition to each event being re-broadcast on MavTV.

Track Enterprises (TE) is a racing Promotions Company based in Illinois, which owns and operates the ASA STARS National Tour. In addition to the Appalachian Sucker Punch STARS National Tour, Track Enterprises owns and operates Championship Racing Association (CRA) and the ASA Midwest Tour. TE also has a strategic alliance with the ASA Southern Super Series.

ASA Branded Tours

ASA Branded Tours encompasses four (4) pavement super late model racing series operating under the Track Enterprises banner, and under the ASA Brand via a licensing agreement for logo and IP Rights. ASA Branded Tours include the Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour; the ASA CRA Super Series; The ASA Midwest Tour and the ASA Southern Super Series.

Track TV

Track TV is the official streaming partner of the ASA STARS National Tour, ASA Midwest Tour, ASA Southern Super Series, CRA Super Series, CRA JEGS All Star Tour, CRA Street Stocks, CRA Late Model Sportsman, Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, Big 8 Late Model Series and Oktoberfest Race Weekend at La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway plus more! Subscribe today at tracktv.com

-ASA STARS National Tour Release
-Photo credit: Jonathan McCoy (used with permission of TobyChristie.com)

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