For 80 years, Seekonk Speedway has consistently looked for ways to keep all events appealing for fans and competitors. Thrill Shows have been a staple in our schedule for more than 40 years. While adapting to the racing landscape and providing a fresh, attractive lineup for all, over the years, we have tried a variety of rotating events. These have included the Powder Puff races. We have also tried backwards races, sled races, chain races and more, constantly looking to find the most popular.
Our new Crown Vic Cruiser division will hopefully be a new and exciting feature, replacing the Powder Puff races for 2025. It is the perfect, low dollar choice for a racer - male or female - to move into a more structured, safer race division. At Seekonk Speedway, safety of our competitors and fans remains top priority at all events.
The decision to remove the Powder Puff races from our schedule was a difficult one, and one not done without serious thought and consideration. It is driven by our constant attempt to evolve and showcase different, appealing events. Female competitors are encouraged to compete in all divisions at the track, and we have countless women who take the opportunity to race in competitive, safe divisions during all events. Female competitors at Seekonk Speedway currently compete in Thrill Shows, Fast Fridays and NASCAR Saturdays. We have women competing across the entire racing landscape, from our youngest division to some of our top NASCAR classes. Multiple women have been champions in the 80-year history of Seekonk Speedway, something we are proud of. We also have women who win each year in some of the most competitive racing in all of the New England market.
Over the last 15 years, the Powder Puff races have come and gone, sometimes being held once a year, other times 3-5 times annually. As much as we value the tradition they brought to Seekonk Speedway, not all events maintain their popularity or continue to generate the same excitement over time. With the introduction of the Crown Vic Cruisers, we had to make some tough choices to keep our schedule appealing.
While we do not have the Powder Puff races on our schedule for 2025, we remain open to the possibility of bringing them back in the future with a new format, depending on the success of the Crown Vic Cruisers. Our commitment at Seekonk Speedway is to continue to provide opportunities for both men and women to compete in all divisions.
Seekonk Speedway hopes the women who enjoyed competing in the Powder Puff races will continue to find new ways to race in 2025, whether through the Enduro classes, new Crown Vic Cruisers or weekly race divisions. We value all drivers and fans who enter the Speedway and we are always looking for new, exciting opportunities for everyone. We do appreciate the understanding and those who have reached out with their suggestions. We look forward to seeing all fans and competitors at the track when we open for the 2025 season in May. Have a great rest of your offseason!
Comments