BROOKLYN, Mich. – Due to the overwhelming response to the family grandstand in turn three, Michigan International Speedway has extended its free seating for kids 12 and under to the turn one grandstand.
Kids 12 and under can now sit for free in sections 59-111 in the turn one grandstands. All rows, 1-40 will be available for this special opportunity. A free kids ticket is required for this area. From this vantage point, fans will be treated to a great view as the cars fan out to two and three wide at 200 mph as they approach at nearly top speed.
The Walmart Family Four Pack and the Jimmie Johnson Race Day Getaway deals were once again huge successes in August. Ticket prices will now start at just $36 for the Pure Michigan 400.
"We are excited to see the number of kids who are coming to the Pure Michigan 400," track President Roger Curtis said. "Children are instrumental to the growth of the sport of NASCAR and we are happy that so many families are spending Father's Day at MIS. We cannot wait to see all the children in the stands.
"Also, a special thank you to five-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson and Walmart for helping us offer great ticket deals like these that energize our fans."
MIS has offered several ticket packages in addition to its kids 12 and under free seating program. These have been instrumental in the increase of children coming with their families to the racetrack. MIS has prided itself in making the race a family affair and the New Holland Fan Plaza allows children of all ages to learn about the sport of NASCAR as well as enjoy activities in the Kids Zone.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:08:31 GMT
(Courtesy: MIS) Kurt Busch and Trevor Bayne spent the past two days at Michigan International Speedway testing NASCAR's Gen-6 Car for their respective Furniture Row Racing and Wood Brothers Racing teams.
Kurt Busch and Trevor Bayne tested the new Gen-Six cars at MIS.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:00:02 GMT
The Big Ten announced its 2014 conference football schedule. Ohio State and Michigan will play each other on November 29. With the new teams involved, the Buckeyes will not play a traditional Big Ten
Friday, May 17 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:55:54 GMT
Former Genoa football coach Mike Vicars is headed to Delta. Vicars had a dominating career with the Comets, then later agreed to become the head coach for Clay High School. But Vicars left before ever
Vicars will also be a middle school principal at Delta.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:52:43 GMT
The Cleveland Browns today signed quarterback Brian Hoyer to a two-year contract, the club announced. In addition, the team waived tight end Garret Hoskins. "Brian brings experience and a solid reputation
The Cleveland Browns today signed quarterback Brian Hoyer to a two-year contract, the club announced. In addition, the team waived tight end Garret Hoskins.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:51 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:51:25 GMT
MOLINE – The Adrian College baseball team had their chances to put themselves in a very favorable position on Thursday night in the NCAA Division III Central Regional. The Bulldogs left 11 runners on base
The Adrian College baseball team had their chances to put themselves in a very favorable position on Thursday night in the NCAA Division III Central Regional. The Bulldogs left 11 runners on base including two men in the bottom of the ninth in a 3-2 loss to No. 19 Concordia-Chicago at Augustana College's Swanson Stadium.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:48:55 GMT
Lourdes University baseball coach Andy Ham has announced that Nick Patterson has signed a letter of intent to pitch for the Gray Wolves beginning with the 2014 season. A left-handed hurler, Patterson
Lourdes University baseball coach Andy Ham has announced that Nick Patterson has signed a letter of intent to pitch for the Gray Wolves beginning with the 2014 season.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:46:16 GMT
LEXINGTON, OHIO – KeyBank is bringing a free program to Ohio to improve teen driving skills and raise awareness about the importance of proper training for young drivers. The program—called Key to Safe
KeyBank is bringing a free program to Ohio to improve teen driving skills and raise awareness about the importance of proper training for young drivers.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:44 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:44:48 GMT
Nandi Taylor signed her letter of intent to transfer to NCAA D-II Kentucky State University after one season with the Express women's basketball team. In her one year, Taylor helped the Express capture
Nandi Taylor signed her letter of intent to transfer to NCAA D-II Kentucky State University after one season with the Express women's basketball team.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:43 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:43:49 GMT
Head coach Al Baker was named the 2013 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Women's Golf Coach of the Year as the league office released their postseason honors on Tuesday, May 14. Baker
Head coach Al Baker was named the 2013 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Women's Golf Coach of the Year as the league office released their postseason honors.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:43 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:43:19 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State University football coaches and additional staff members will host the second Ohio State Football Women's Clinic Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Woody Hayes
The Ohio State University football coaches and additional staff members will host the second Ohio State Football Women's Clinic Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Some of the proceeds from the event will be donated to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute.