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May 12, 2010

Ray Cook's Southern Nationals Series Readies for Sixth Season

(BRASSTOWN, NORTH CAROLINA)  Ray Cook's Southern Nationals Series kicks off in about two months on Monday night, July 12 at the Wythe Raceway in Rural Retreat, Virginia!  The popular Southeastern Dirt Late Model mini-series will once again sanction ten events in a matter of only thirteen days in the states of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee.  The ultra-competitive tour has four events on the schedule that will pay $5,300 to win and six shows that will pay $3,500 to the winner.  Shown below is the 2010 version of the Southern Nationals Series schedule:

2010 SOUTHERN NATIONALS SERIES SCHEDULE:

July 12 | Wythe Raceway (Rural Retreat, Virginia) - $3,500 to win
July 13 | Carolina Speedway (Gastonia, North Carolina) - $3,500 to win
July 15 | Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, South Carolina) - $3,500 to win
July 16 | Swainsboro Raceway (Swainsboro, Georgia) - $5,300 to win
July 17 | Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, Georgia) - $5,300 to win
July 19 | Rome Speedway (Rome, Georgia) - $3,500 to win
July 20 | East Alabama Motor Speedway (Phenix City, Alabama) - $3,500 to win
July 22 | Cleveland Speedway (Cleveland, Tennessee) - $3,500 to win
July 23 | Volunteer Speedway (Bulls Gap, Tennessee) - $5,300 to win
July 24 | Tazewell Speedway (Tazewell, Tennessee) - $5,300 to win

Below are some other notable tidbits from Ray Cook's Southern Nationals Series:

BOOK YOUR HOTELS THROUGH US!:  The Southern Nationals Series has recently completed a sponsorship deal that will not only help the series, but will also benefit drivers, fans, etc.  You can now book your hotel rooms by visiting www.SouthernNationalsSeries.com.  Those booking rooms can save up to 20% on their room rate by clicking on the banner ad located on the series website before making their purchase.  The money saved on each order goes directly to the series.  When making plans for your next racing trip, either to a Southern Nationals Series race or another event, please book your hotel rooms off of www.SouthernNationalsSeries.com!

NEW SPONSORS COME ABOARD FOR 2010:  Ray Cook's Southern Nationals Series would like to welcome a couple of new sponsors on board for the upcoming 2010 tour.  King of the Road Custom Coaches and Haulers will be the official sponsor of the series Rookie of the Year program this season.  Located in Blue Ridge, Georgia, King of the Road specializes in custom coaches, haulers, trailers, classic cars, and much, much more.  Visit www.kingoftheroad.biz for additional information on King of the Road Custom Coaches and Haulers.

WIX Filters has also joined Ray Cook's Southern Nationals Series for the 2010 season.  WIX will be giving away product at each of the ten races on the circuit this year.  Whether it's for automotive, diesel, racing, agricultural, or industrial applications, WIX is dedicated to producing the best performing, most reliable filters in the world.  More information on WIX Filters can be found online at www.wixfilters.com.

SERIES LOOKING FOR A TITLE SPONSOR:  The Southern Nationals Series is currently seeking a title sponsor for the upcoming 2010 campaign.  After flying the O'Reilly Auto Parts banner for the past two seasons, the Springfield, Missouri based auto parts company has elected to become a contingency sponsor in 2010.  If you are interested in the current marketing opportunities available with the Southern Nationals Series, please contact Ray Cook at 706-835-7503.

For more information on Ray Cook's Southern Nationals Series, please point your Internet browser to the official series website, which is located at www.SouthernNationalsSeries.com.