San Bernardino (Nov. 4, 2008) – As if the heavens above were playing the role of Nostradamus, the Orange Show Speedway raced under ominous skies that told the story as much about the evening as any action that took place. Threat of rain loomed all evening, which did nothing to curb the enthusiasm of the over five thousand fans in attendance forToys of Tots Night presented by Matco Tools. Proceeds from the evening event benefited FOX 11 TV’s Rick Lozano and his Toys for Tots campaign. Monies raised provide the opportunity for underprivileged children in the region to select their own present for Christmas. Additionally the families receive a food
basket to provide for their holiday meals. Members of November Company, USMC Pico Rivera were in attendance for raffles, Color Guard and received a standing ovation from the crowd as they appeared trackside for the intermission raffle.
The last race of the season is always high on emotion with championships on the line and the thought of no racing in the upcoming months. But as the evening began to close, the skies told the true tale. As the evening’s race activities were coming to an end, the skies unleashed the first hard rain the area has seen in months. As if the skies too were saddened by the end of the season, it knew much more than those in attendance. Immediately following the race night, Director of Motorsports, Joe Ganino, announced ...