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On October 4-6, the XDA will
host its season finale at
Maryland International Raceway
with the 33rd annual DME Racing
Fall Nationals.
This isn’t just any race; it’s
where champions are forged and
legends are born. Whether you’re
a die-hard drag racing fan or
experiencing the thrill for the
first time, the DME Racing Fall
Nationals promises an
unforgettable, adrenaline-packed
weekend. Known for its crisp,
cool air and record-breaking
speeds, this event has
rightfully earned the title of
“The Fastest Race of the Year.”
The energy is electric, the
stakes are high, and the
performances will leave you on
the edge of your seat.
Prepare for heart-pounding
action featuring jaw-dropping
competition across various
classes: watch the 6-second,
230+ mph Pro Street racers,
7-second, 190 mph Real Street
bikes, lightning-fast 3-second
eighth-mile Pro Xtreme machines,
and the fierce clutch battles in
Super Stock. Plus, witness the
excitement of the "Running of
the Bulls" Grudge Shootouts and
over 600 Sportsman motorcycle
racers vying for a whopping
$90,000 in cash prizes!
The vendor midway is a haven for
bike enthusiasts, offering an
extensive selection of
motorcycle parts, accessories,
and apparel. Take your time
exploring the fantastic deals
all weekend long. You’ll also
have the chance to see some of
the fastest and most impressive
motorcycles up close, making it
a thrilling experience for fans
of all ages. Don’t miss out on
this action-packed weekend!
Orient Express Racing Pro Street
Points Leader – Rodney Williford
Next weekend, we’re gearing up
for what promises to be one of
the most thrilling Orient
Express Racing Pro Street
finales in recent memory. Rodney
Williford, who has reigned as
the Pro Street Champion for the
past three years, now faces his
most formidable challenge yet.
For the first time, there is a
realistic chance that he could
be dethroned.
Currently, just 43 points
separate Williford from his
closest competitor, Jason
Dunigan. The big question: Can
Dunigan close the gap and take
home the championship? There are
two possible scenarios in which
Dunigan could seize the title.
In the first scenario, Dunigan
would need to win the event
outright, and Williford would
have to lose in round two or
earlier. The second scenario
would see Dunigan taking the
runner-up spot, but only if
Williford exits in the first
round.
Interestingly, history may be on
Dunigan’s side. The last time
Williford suffered a first-round
loss was exactly one year ago at
the DME Racing Fall
Nationals—the same event where
this season’s championship will
be decided. If history repeats
itself, Dunigan could find
himself in the perfect position
to claim his first Pro Street
Championship.
But the excitement doesn’t end
with the battle between
Williford and Dunigan. Pro
Street racers are also in a
fierce competition for a top-ten
finish, which would earn them a
coveted spot at the prestigious
28th Annual Haltech World Cup
Finals, presented by Wiseco.
This highly anticipated Import
vs. Domestic event, held at
Maryland International Raceway
from October 30 to November 3,
2024, will put racers in front
of more than 50,000 fans.
Currently, David Fondon holds
the critical number ten
position. However, there’s a
twist—Fondon is not listed to
compete next weekend, and if he
doesn’t race, he will be
ineligible for the World Cup
Finals. This opens the door for
Ricky Wood, Jayson Geerman, and
Kenny Brewer, who are locked in
a battle of their lives to win
rounds and accumulate enough
points to break into the top
ten.
At the same time, the pressure
is mounting on Jamie Lopes, Greg
Wallace, and Ryan Bonitatis, who
find their spots in jeopardy. If
any of the challengers advance
deep into eliminations, these
racers could see themselves
pushed out of contention for the
World Cup Finals.
The stakes are high, and with so
much on the line, fans can
expect nothing short of an
electrifying showdown next
weekend.
DME Racing Real Street
Points Leader - David Fondon
With a mixture of new talent and
seasoned champions vying for the
championship, fans are sure to
witness an intense and dramatic
conclusion to the DME Racing
Real Street season. Fondon may
lead the charge, but with so
much talent stacked behind him,
this final race will be anything
but predictable.
David Fondon enters the season
finale as the points leader in
the highly competitive DME
Racing Real Street class. But
despite holding the top spot,
Fondon’s lead is anything but
secure, as four other racers are
still within striking distance
of the championship title.
Among the challengers is class
newcomer Jason Iannotti, who has
impressed all season long with
consistent performances, and
reaching a final round, though
he has yet to secure a win.
Alongside him are three veteran
champions of the Real Street
class: David Stewart, Rickey
Gadson, and Mark Hylton—all
experienced racers with a proven
track record of success.
While Iannotti and Stewart have
yet to take a win this season,
their strong finishes keep them
in the hunt for the title.
Meanwhile, Gadson and Hylton,
both seasoned champions, have
demonstrated their ability to
rise to the occasion when it
counts, securing key victories
earlier in the year. Their wins
give them added confidence
heading into the final showdown.
For Fondon, this weekend will be
a test of resilience and
strategy as he faces relentless
pressure from these accomplished
riders. Each round will be
crucial, and any slip-up could
open the door for one of his
challengers to claim the crown.
As the final race approaches,
the Real Street class is shaping
up to be an unforgettable
battle, with every racer looking
to seize their moment on the
biggest stage.
But the action doesn’t stop
there! At the last event, Andy
Simon on a Harley-Davidson entry
sent shockwaves through the
class, shattering both ends of
the record with a jaw-dropping
7.397-second pass at 199.49 MPH.
The racing world was stunned,
the thundering V-twin made a
bold statement, proving that
Harley entries are not just here
to compete—they're here to
dominate.
Shockwaves went through the
racing industry as the import
racers realized the loud
thundering V-twin entries are
here to wake them up. The Real
Street class is about to get
even more exciting with the
addition of a fourth Harley,
piloted by Ken Miller, ready to
enter the fray next weekend.
Could we be witnessing the rise
of a Harley invasion? With more
V-twin power on the grid, next
weekend's event promises to be a
thrilling showdown. Don’t miss
your chance to see if the
Harleys will continue to shake
up the class—come watch the
action unfold!
MaxxECU Pro Xtreme
Points Leader – Dale Leeks
Next weekend, the MaxxECU Pro
Xtreme class—home to the world's
quickest turbocharged,
supercharged, and
nitrous-injected big-tire,
wheelie-bar monsters—will take
to the asphalt one last time
this year in what promises to be
a heart-pounding season finale.
Leading the pack is UK racer
Dale Leeks, who sits at the top
of the points standings.
However, his path to the
championship is far from clear,
as he faces one determined
challenger: Rob Garcia.
Garcia has come close to victory
on two separate occasions this
season, reaching the final round
both times, only to be narrowly
defeated by Leeks. With the
championship on the line, Garcia
is more motivated than ever to
flip the script and take home
the title. His strategy is
simple but risky—advance to the
finals and hope that the rest of
the field can eliminate Leeks in
an early round.
For Leeks, the focus will be on
maintaining his winning
momentum, as he's proven time
and again that he can handle the
pressure of final-round battles.
But in a class as unpredictable
as Pro Xtreme, where power,
precision, and even luck play
crucial roles, anything can
happen. Both turbocharged and
nitrous-injected machines will
be looking to play spoiler,
adding even more drama to the
already intense rivalry between
Leeks and Garcia.
All eyes will be on whether
Garcia can finally overcome
Leeks this season, or if the UK
sensation will further cement
his dominance in the class and
clinch his first XDA
Championship title. One thing is
certain—fans are in for a
thrilling, high-octane showdown
where every round could
determine the champion.
MaxxECU Pro Xtreme is presented
by Billy Vose Racing, Fast by
Gast, DME Racing, Dunigan
Racing, Grothus Dragbikes,
Harley Haul, Rob Bush
Motorsports, Robinson
Industries, Schnitz Racing,
Timblin Chassis, and Worldwide
Bearings.
HTP Performance Super Stock
Points Leader – Jeremy Teasley
Jeremy Teasley has the HTP
Performance Super Stock class
locked down, securing his 2024
Championship title even before
the final race of the season. No
matter what happens next
weekend, Teasley’s dominance
throughout the year has
guaranteed that no one can steal
the championship crown from him.
However, just because Teasley
has the title wrapped up doesn’t
mean the action in Super Stock
will be any less thrilling. This
class is known for its pure,
high-skill racing, where true
hand-clutch riders must execute
smooth and controlled launches
to stay competitive. These
racers ride on powerful, stock
wheelbase machines that are
prone to wheelie when the clutch
is released, making for some
nail-biting starts and
on-the-edge racing.
In Super Stock, there’s no
hiding behind advanced
electronic gadgets. The class
operates under strict
modification rules, requiring
riders to compete with stock
motors, MR12 spec fuel, and
without aids like air shifters
or data loggers. It’s a test of
raw skill and precise control,
where racers must rely solely on
their riding abilities to
achieve victory.
The result is a level playing
field that showcases true rider
talent, and despite Teasley’s
championship being secured,
every round promises intense
competition and
edge-of-your-seat excitement.
Watch for breakout performances
as riders push their limits,
knowing they still have
everything to prove on the
track.
Boosted Bulls
Points Leader – Frankie Stotz
In the Boosted Bulls, points
leader Frankie Stotz is sittin’
pretty with a 42-point lead over
his closest rival, Derek Sobiech.
For Stotz, locking down the
championship is straightforward:
all he needs to do is roll up to
the first round of eliminations.
If he shows up, that title is
his. But if he decides to sit it
out, Sobiech’s got a golden
chance to swoop in and snatch
the championship in what would
be a wild debut season for him.
Sobiech, who made the jump from
the DMV Bulls class this season,
has proven he’s a serious
contender in Boosted Bulls. Even
though it’s his first year here,
he’s been on fire, hitting the
final round three times this
season. That kind of consistency
speaks volumes about his skills
and ability to adapt in this
cutthroat competition.
No matter how this plays out,
Sobiech's grit and knack for
handling pressure make him a
legit threat heading into the
2025 season. It’s game on for
both of them!
Nitrous Bulls
Points Leader – Antonio Patton
In the Nitrous Bulls class,
Antonio Patton is currently
leading with fifty-two points,
but don’t count out Jeremy
Teasley and David Fondon. Both
of them have what it takes to
light up those win lights and
claim the championship for
themselves. Patton will need to
step up his game in every round
if he wants to secure that crown
and earn his first XDA
Championship. The competition is
fierce, and every round counts!
3 Sixty 5 Monster Bulls
Points Leader – Crow Teasley
Crow Teasley’s holding down the
3 Sixty 5 Monster Bulls points
chase by just one point! Next
weekend is gonna be a serious
pressure cooker as Teasley aims
to turn that slim lead into a
championship. But watch
out—Brandon Tyree and Michael
Daddio are hungry, ready to push
him out of the running right
from the start. These two are
set to battle it out for that
top spot, and they won't make it
easy for Teasley. It’s gonna be
an all-out war on the
track—who's got the grit to take
the crown?
Tommie's Motorsports DMV Bulls
Points Leader - Nick Hamlett
In the Tommie’s Motorsports DMV
Bulls, Nick Hamlet is dominating
with a solid forty-nine-point
lead. But don’t get too comfy,
Nick—next weekend, there’s one
racer you gotta keep your eye
on, and that’s Aubrey Valentine.
Hamlet's made it to three out of
four finals this season,
snagging a win along the way.
But Valentine isn’t backing
down; he just clinched his first
final at the last event, taking
the victory over Hamlet. You
best believe he’s riding that
wave of momentum and looking to
pull off another upset. It’s
game time—Valentine’s got his
sights set on the win and the
2024 championship. This showdown
is gonna be epic!
All Motor Bulls
Points Leader – David Fondon
In the All Motor Bulls, David
Fondon is holding down the
points lead with a
thirty-four-point cushion over
La Payne, who's hot on his
heels. Fondon kicked off the
season with a victory at the
Platinum General Services Season
Opener, but he hasn’t found that
winning magic again. Meanwhile,
Payne's been racking up wins,
snagging two this season and
rolling into the final ready to
claim a third. If Fondon wants
to keep that lead and secure his
spot as the repeat champion,
he’s gotta show up and come
correct at the DME Racing Fall
Nationals. It’s time to put in
work and defend that title—no
slacking allowed!
Vance & Hines 4.60
Points Leader – Mac McAdams
The Vance & Hines 4.60 Index
class is heating up, and right
now, Mac McAdams is barely
holding onto the lead with just
twenty points. That’s nothing
but a threadbare cushion in this
cutthroat arena of competitors.
The top eight racers are all
mathematically in the hunt, and
they’re ready to knock McAdams
off his throne. One of those
hungry challengers is Ronald
Procopio, the reigning champion
for the last four years. He
knows what it takes to win and
isn’t about to back down.
But he’s not alone in this
fight. The competition is
fierce, with heavy hitters like
Jimmy Shifflett, Kenny Cornnell,
Eran Pielert, Kevin White, Ricky
Butler Jr., and Brad Gleason all
gunning for that top spot. In
this eighth-mile battleground,
only the toughest will survive,
and every round is a battle for
glory.
Next weekend is wide
open—there’s no telling what
could go down. These racers will
be cutting down the tree and
pulling out all the stops to
light up their lanes. Expect
high stakes and even higher
adrenaline as they go all in for
the win!
XDA Sportsman
As the points chase reaches its
thrilling conclusion, the XDA
sportsman classes are on the
edge of excitement, with
championships up for grabs. With
six dynamic classes in play,
each one brings its own unique
flavor of precision and
competitive spirit. This isn’t
just a race; it’s an
adrenaline-fueled showdown every
round.
Participants will battle it out
in:
• 1 Stop Speed 5.60 Index: Known
for its precision and skill,
this class features finely tuned
machines and razor-sharp
reflexes required for eight-mile
racing.
• Mickey Thompson Tires Top
Sportsman: This fiercely
competitive class pits the best
against the best, where only the
fastest and most strategic
racers prevail.
• VooDoo Components Bracket
Bash: A strategic showdown where
consistency and strategy are key
to victory.
• MPS Racing Pro ET: A demanding
class that tests the mettle of
even the most experienced racers
with street bikes and bar bikes
lining up next to each other.
• Brock's Performance Street ET:
This adrenaline-pumping class is
all about taking your street
bike from the streets to
competition, offering
edge-of-your-seat excitement.
• Hard Times Parts & Service
Gambler's Race: Taking place on
Friday night, this crowd
favorite adds an extra layer of
excitement and chance to the
weekend's events.
At XDA, sportsman racers are the
heart and soul of every event,
taking center stage. With a
professional vibe and $28,000 in
guaranteed payouts at each race,
XDA elevates these classes,
honoring the remarkable skill
and dedication of the athletes
who pour their passion into
every run. Come witness the
excitement where true stars
emerge in XDA's sportsman racing
classes!
Make plans now to come out and
watch or, better yet, #racewithXDA
on October 4-6, 2024.
Visit www.xdaracing.com for
event information, class rules,
payouts, entry fees, schedule,
and more.
Class Entry List and Resources
XDA prides itself on having a
close-knit group of racers.
Below, you will find a list of
racers attending this event and
links to class-specific groups
that you can access to talk to
other racers and get your
questions answered. Together, we
are strong.
Orient Express Pro Street Roll
Call - 23 Entries
Tony Ficher, Michael Sweeney,
James Herbert, Jamie Lopes,
Rodney Williford, Justin Shakir,
Kenny Brewer, Ryan Bonitatis,
Andrew Ritchey, Gaige Herrera,
Brett Ware, Brad Christian,
Ricky Wood, Shawn Pinkney,
Darion Payne, Emmanuel Wallace,
Mark Rendeluk, Jason Dunigan,
Jayson Geerman, Brant Rossi,
Rudy Sanzottera, Mark Godin, and
Derek Sobiech.
DME Racing Real Street Roll Call
– 15 Entries
Courtlan Whiting, Dystany
Spurlock, Jason Iannotti, Andy
Simon (Harley), Mike Motto
(Harley), Charley Douglass
(Harley), David Stewart, Anibal
Merced, Caleb Holt, Jamie Lopes,
Bud Harrod, Rickey Gadson,
George Cross, Ken Miller
(Harley), and Brandon Litten.
MaxxECU Pro Xtreme Roll Call –
14 Entries
Richard Gadson, Thomas Gunn,
Dale Leeks, John Collins, Terry
Schweigert, Brunson Grothus,
Jean Gosselin, Brayden Davis,
Rob Garcia, Chris Cutsinger,
Chris Theodoridis, Tommy Saxon,
George Whitaker, and Gerry Hunt.
HTP Performance Super Stock Roll
Call – 21 Entries
Mike Davis, Robert Séguin, Ryan
Rosario, Sean Henson, Jason
Iannotti, Tim Cottrell, Jeremy
Teasley, Teddy Bubb, Mark Blake,
Daryl Decordre, Darion Payne,
Jamie Lopes, Patrick Cooper, BJ
Pryer, Terry Geesey, Seth Leach,
Tylan Leach, Jimmy Leach, Rickey
Gadson, Mark Deluca, and Max
Benton.
Vance & Hines 4.60 Index Roll
Call – 44 Entries
Barry Pryer, Darryl Hollins, Joe
Procopio, Ronald JR Procopio,
Troy Hausmann, Robbie Hunnicutt,
Tony Hunnicutt, Mac McAdams,
Jimmy Shifflett, Boo Brown,
Durwood Rawlings, Mike Beverly,
Eran Pielert, Wes Hawkins, Mike
Ostrowski, Brad Gleason, Mark
Schwalm, Mike Stewart, Harvey
Hubbard, Rick Bunting, Ron
Bonitatis, Steven Shriver Jr,
Darion Payne, Mike Mace, Larry
Leftwich, Kevin White, Bobby
Holland, Jeff Lindeman, Tyrone
Curry, Kenny Cornnell, Terry
Tompkins, Kenny Morgan, William
Grubb, James Taylor, George
Whitaker, John Hall, Ricky
Butler Jr, Lowry Callahan, Tim
Shelton, Ashawn Hopkins, Preston
Hopkins, Curtis Jr Griggs, Wade
Cherry, and Shawn Rainey.
About XDA Racing
The Xtreme Dragbike Association
(XDA) is an east coast
motorcycle drag racing series
with 700+ motorcycle racers
competing at each event. Every
XDA event hosts professional
classes, sportsman classes,
grudge racing, and a vendor
midway. Lifestyle activities
such as bike shows, bikini
contests, DJs, and live bands
are also held at select events.
For more information on the XDA,
please visit www.xdaracing.com
or connect with us on Facebook,
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