By Jeff Pederson
Pedal Down Promotions
(PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) June 23, 2023 – Over the past eight seasons, Rory Welch of Plymouth has developed into one of the most consistent and enthusiastic supporters of the Plymouth Dirt Track Racing B Mod division at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth.
While being generally omnipresent for each scheduled PDTR B Mod race since 2016, Welch has taken gradual steps forward each year and currently finds himself sitting ninth in the 2023 B Mod point standings through the first four events of the season behind the wheel of a brand new car.
“I started racing in the B Mod division in 2016 and have only raced in the B Mod division so far,” Welch said. “While I am still seeking my first race victory, my career highlight so far has been multiple top-five finishes.
“My goal for the 2023 season is to learn the new car we have this year, have fun, be competitive and win some races,” he said.
The Grafton native and current Plymouth resident was introduced to the sport of dirt track racing through his father.
“I grew up watching racing with my dad and brother and hearing stories of my dad pitting for Bill Johnson back in the day,” Welch said. “I got started in racing by pitting for a few Grand National and B Mod teams right out of high school.”
While focusing primarily on competing on a full-time basis in the Plymouth Dirt Track Racing B Mod division, Welch has also competed on occasion at 141 Speedway in Francis Creek, Gravity Park Speedway in Chilton, Outagamie Speedway in Seymour and the now defunct Manitowoc County Expo Speedway.
Welch, who posted a 2023 season-best 11th place finish in the June 17 B Mod A main, enjoys the all-around experience of being a regular competitor at The Plymouth Dirt Track.
“Plymouth is a great local track,” Welch said. “I enjoy the fans, food and the track in general. I love that it is close to home for us.”
Welch, who earned a career-best eighth place showing in the final 2021 and 2022 PDTR B Mod point standings, says his passion for the sport extends far beyond the final results listing or statistical box score.
“I enjoy the adrenaline rush and getting together with friends and family, working on the car and meeting people along the way,” Welch said.
The 2023 sponsors for the Rory Welch Racing Team are All American HVAC, Gall Plumbing, 4th Street Tap and Navis Custom Builders.
Welch’s pit crew members include Conor Welch, Spencer Walzack, Seth Snyder, Scott Steger and Jared Nelson.
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The Plymouth Dirt Track Racing program this Saturday, June 24 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth will be a special one for Possi Racing, which has been a regular supporter of the PDTR 360 Sprint Car division, despite being located in Rock, Mich.
Late Possi Racing driver Cole Possi, who passed away in March, will be honored with Cole’s Last Ride. Cole’s father, Earl, who earned six PDTR 360 Sprint Car A-main victories during his racing career, is expected to get behind the wheel of the No. 39 car Cole had been preparing to race at The Plymouth Dirt Track during the 2023 season.
In addition, a special ceremony held in Cole’s memory will take place prior to the start of the racing program at approximately 6 p.m.
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This week’s Plymouth Dirt Track Racing program on Saturday, June 24 will feature the first of two scheduled 2023 appearances at The Plymouth Dirt Track for the Wisconsin Legends Racing Dirt Series, along with the PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Cars, Grand Nationals and B Mods.
Grandstand gates open at 4:30 p.m. with Late Model and 360 Sprint Car qualifying set at 5:30 p.m. and racing scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.
The Plymouth Dirt Track at the Sheboygan County Fairgrounds is located at 229 Fairview Drive in Plymouth, Wis. For more information, visit www.plymouthdtr.com or check out Plymouth Dirt Track Racing on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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