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Spectators Welcome To All Oregon Region SCCA Races at P.I.R.
New Insurance Change Opens Up Previously Restricted Events
Portland, OR (PRWEB) April 17, 2004 --For the first time Northwest sports fans can attend all Oregon Region Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) races at Portland International Raceway. Previously, the necessary spectator insurance was carried on only select events, like the traditional Rose Cup races each June. The Rose Cup remains one of the signature events in amateur racing in America and attracts drivers from throughout the western states.
This change in spectating status allows the organization to advertise and promote its amateur racing events.
This is a significant step in supporting our membership and promoting their individual accomplishments by providing greater recognition sponsorship opportunities," explained Regional Executive Holly Remington. In addition, it will further our goal of increased exposure to our sport" she said.
We want Northwest motorsports enthusiasts to enjoy Portland International Raceway and see what the Sports Car Club of America has to offer," she added.
"The Sports Car Club of America's decision to welcome spectators to their events is a great change, for the SCCA, the team sponsors and the many fans who will now get a chance to see great sports car racing at Portland International Raceway" said, Mark Wigginton Track Manager of Portland International Raceway.
The 2004 SCCA race season at PIR starts this weekend with the first of seven regional championship race weekends, with two events qualifying for national status being held in May and June.
About the SCCA
The Sports Car Club of America is a 65,000-member non-profit organization featuring the most active membership participation organization in motor sports today, with over 2,000 amateur and professional motor sports events each year. The foundation of the SCCA remains its Club Racing program, as more than 8,000 licensed participants compete in 300 amateur road racing events conducted at the regional and national levels. The year culminates in September with the annual Valvoline Runoffs, which determines the national champions in 24 classes.
The Oregon Region is a 1,500-member organization and was established in 1962. Further information is available at www.oregonscca.com.
Oregon Region SCCA Races at Portland International Raceway
April 17-18 Drivers School with Regional Competition Race
April 23 Friday night spectator stages of the Oregon Trail Pro Rally
May 14-16 Regional and National Competition Races
June 11-13 The Rose Cup Races -- presented by Temp Control Mechanical
July 2-4 Double Regional Competition Races
August 14-15 Regional Competition Races
September 11-12 Regional Competition Races
October 9-10 Regional Competition Races
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