J.A. Ackley, Author at Outside Groove

Skylar Marlar: Finding Fun in Crate Racing

Dirt, Dirt Late Models, Sponsored EditJuly 21, 2023July 21, 2023 J.A. Ackley

Skylar Marlar once aspired to race super late models. However, he said he found more fun competing in crate late models, such as those in

Rockcastle Speedway Hosts American All-Stars for First Time

Dirt, Dirt Late Models, Sponsored EditJuly 13, 2023July 13, 2023 J.A. Ackley

Ever since Rockcastle Speedway reopened as a dirt track in 2020, it has prospered by focusing on its locals. Now the locals hope to give

Philip Thompson: Finding the Balance for Success

Dirt, Dirt Late Models, Sponsored EditJuly 6, 2023July 6, 2023 J.A. Ackley

In 2017, Philip Thompson won a national rookie of the year title. Then, he stepped back. In 2022, Thompson returned to a more regular schedule.

Chase Brunscheen & Kyle Pearson: Road Trip

Dirt, Dirt Small-Scale CarsJuly 6, 2023July 6, 2023 J.A. Ackley

This weekend’s $1,200-to-win TN Mini Late Models race is drawing interest from well beyond the Volunteer State, including that of Chase Brunscheen and Kyle Pearson.

Buckshot Speedway: From Dream to Dream Come True

Dirt, Dirt Late Models, Sponsored EditJune 21, 2023June 21, 2023 J.A. Ackley

The 2023 schedule for Buckshot Speedway in Clanton, Alabama, features a bevy of special events. That includes a bonus race for the Dirt2Media American All-Star