Russell Motorsports Inc. releases loaded schedule for the Placerville Speedway in 2023

By Gary Thomas

Placerville, CA – December 30, 2022…Set to enter year eight under the Russell Motorsports Inc. banner the El Dorado County Fairgrounds based Placerville Speedway has released its schedule of events for the upcoming 58th season of competition.

Since opening in 1965 the Placerville Speedway has been a favorite among fans throughout Northern California. Well known for its steep banks, distinctive red clay, loyal fan base and extremely close action, the track is located just 40-minutes up the hill from the capital city of Sacramento.

The season starts off with a Test and Tune on March 11th followed by the opening point race on Saturday March 18th. That night will launch the first of 15 championship point races presented by long-time speedway partner Hoosier Racing Tires. Points paying divisions will be comprised of Winged 360 Sprint Cars, Limited Late Models, Pure Stocks and Mini Trucks. The weekly action as noted, opens on March 18th and concludes on August 26th.

The annual “Dave Bradway Jr. Memorial” featuring the Northern Auto Racing Club 410 Sprint Cars and the Sprint Car Challenge Tour will hit the Placerville bullring for the third straight season. This time around however, it has transformed into a colossal double header weekend. The SCCT 360s get things started on Friday June 2nd, while the NARC Sprinters finish things off with the 32nd running of the “Bradway” on Saturday June 3rd.

The Elk Grove Ford Sprint Car Challenge Tour presented by Abreu Vineyards will also open their sixth season of action during the “Spring Fever Frenzy” at Placerville Speedway on Saturday March 25th.

The annual “Nor*Cal Posse Shootout” is back on Labor Day weekend, taking place Saturday and Sunday September 2nd and 3rd. Winged 360 Sprint Cars will headline the two-night card with more details to follow as the event gets closer. The alw