Young guns register for speed clinic

FUTURE stars of the racetrack are gearing up to be part of the Speedway Australia Speed Clinic at Lismore.

The new junior development program has been rescheduled after a recent run of wet weather at the showground.

It will now likely be held on Sunday, March 2 with about 22 of the most promising drivers from across the region attending.

Lismore speedway promoter Kim Sauer said it is a multi-layered

program that deals with all aspects of racing. “It’s a fantastic program that they have introduced for the kids,” she said.

“The program deals with mental health and there is a media training element where they teach them

how to promote their racing channel on social media.

“There is also advice on nutrition and seminars on safety and how to drive before they head out for an afternoon on the track.”

The Speedcar Australian Grand Prix was also postponed last weekend due to the expected wet weather.

Sauer hopes the track will bounce back for the inaugural NSW 360-LS Sprintcar Championship on Saturday, March 1.

“It will be huge and another first for Lismore with the NSW title up for grabs,” she said.

“We’re constantly running our most popular shows of the year now and we’re expecting another big crowd.

“Some of our best local drivers like Jacob Jolley and Ryley Smith are confirmed for that one, too.”

Production and junior sedan will also be part of a full night of entertainment.

Tickets can be purchased at lismorespeedway.com.au.