Vado Speedway Park Post-Race Recap – August 16, 2025

Vado Speedway Park Post-Race Recap – August 16, 2025
Borderland Battles Ignite: Wofford Dominates, Barnett Reigns, and McCoy Shocks! 🏁

Race fans, the desert clay roared under the stars on August 16, 2025, as Vado Speedway Park hosted a high-stakes showdown of family rivalries, hard charges, and cushion-crushing speed! Five classes unleashed chaos on a tacky track with a building cushion, delivering door-bangers, sliders, and emotional triumphs. From underdog surges to veteran clinics, this night was Vado at its finest—thank you for packing the stands and fueling the fire! Relive the magic on RacingDirt.tv or MyRacePass, and here’s the full breakdown from 15900 Stern Dr, Vado, NM 88072.

Johnstone Supply Super Trucks: Barnett’s Queen Reign Continues
The 12-lap Super Trucks thriller saw Christy Barnett (#44, El Paso, TX) rocket from 9th to 1st (+8) for her 9th win of 2025, outdueling the field in a late-race barnburner. Scott Kinney (#13, Las Cruces, NM) charged to 2nd (+3), while Luis Esquivel (#7, El Paso, TX) grabbed 3rd (+4). Billy Roy Harris (#57, Deming, NM) took 4th (+4), and Sherman Barnett (#82, El Paso, TX) finished 5th (+1). Johnstone Supply powered this torque-fueled showdown!
Key Moment: Christy’s precision high-side pass through lapped traffic, fending off Kinney’s bottom-line challenge.
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Hulsey Racing Legends: Jackson’s Redemption Hat Trick
In the 15-lap Legends brawl, Josh Jackson (#37, Albuquerque, NM) stormed from 8th to 1st (+7) for his 3rd straight win, marking 10 years since his life-altering crash. Jerod Candelaria (#33, Roswell, NM) surged to 2nd (+2), while RJ Garay (#27G, Garfield, NM) climbed to 3rd (+2). Cale Riggs (#01, Hatch, NM) took 4th (+6), and Mike Money (#65, Duncan, AZ) finished 5th (-4). Hulsey Racing forged this generational grit fest!
Key Moment: Jackson’s daring inside dive past Candelaria in lapped traffic, channeling pure resilience.
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White Sands Federal Credit Union POWRi 305 Winged Sprint Cars: Wofford’s Family Podium Sweep
The 25-lap sprint spectacle crowned Wes Wofford (#39X, Alamogordo, NM) from 2nd to 1st (+1) for his 2nd win, leading a Wofford family podium! Caleb Saiz (#42, Albuquerque, NM) surged to 2nd (+5), while Lorne Wofford (#18, Alamogordo, NM) took 3rd (+7). Vance Wofford (#116, Alamogordo, NM) finished 4th (+7), and Dylan Harris (#4, El Paso, TX) rounded out 5th (+1). White Sands FCU fueled this wing-on-wing frenzy!
Key Moment: Wes’s high-side slingshot past Saiz in heavy traffic, turning a lead battle into Alamogordo dominance.
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S.H. Automotive Pure Stocks: McCoy’s Stunning Back-to-Front Charge
The 15-lap Pure Stocks barnburner saw Zach McCoy (#8M, Las Cruces, NM) rocket from 14th to 1st (+13) for a redemption win! Caleb Smith (#02C, Las Cruces, NM) took 2nd (+3), while Sharrii Minks (#67, El Paso, TX) climbed to 3rd (+3). Dawnica Minks (#8, El Paso, TX) finished 4th (+4), and Loren East (#86, Roswell, NM) rounded out 5th (+5). S.H. Automotive powered this family-fueled brawl!
Key Moment: McCoy’s low-line dive past Smith in lapped traffic, capping a mid-pack shuffle with mother-daughter Minks drama.
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Hacienda Carpet & Tile USRA B-Mods: Barraza’s Wire-to-Wire Clinic
The 30-lap B-Mods finale saw Hector Barraza (#23H, El Paso, TX) lead wire-to-wire from the pole (+0) for his first win of 2025! Fito Gallardo (#B52, Las Cruces, NM) charged to 2nd (+11), while Israel Ortega (#23B, Las Cruces, NM) took 3rd (+2). Rob Moseley (#M17, Los Lunas, NM) finished 4th (+5), and Greg Gorham (#93, Las Cruces, NM) rounded out 5th (+0). Hacienda Carpet & Tile laid the grip for this 30-car slugfest!
Key Moment: Barraza’s defensive masterclass against Gallardo’s high-side assaults in traffic, sealing a dominant run.
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Points Standings Update
Class | Leader | Points | Wins | Key Challengers
USRA B-Mods | Hunter Sandy | 1050 | 3 | Donavon Flores (915), Deuce Teague (855)
Legends | Eric LaCroix | 1247 | 0 | Cale Riggs (1222), Josh Jackson (1179)
305 Winged | Lorne Wofford | 1242 | 2 | Royal Jones (1115), Robert Herrera (1028)
Super Trucks | Christy Barnett | 1252 | 9 | Billy Roy Harris (1155), Sherman Barnett (1104)
Pure Stocks | Sharrii Minks | 1237 | 0 | Dawnica Minks (1234), Kristen Denman (1141)

Fan Engagement and Highlights
Julian Herrera’s invocation set the tone, with birthday shoutouts to Tyson (August 13) adding flair. Jaime’s Concessions dished green chile burritos, while Elephant Ranch Beer Barns poured $6 Modelos. The FK Rod Ends Instant Replays captured flips and charges—fans roared! Tag your pics with #VadoSpeedway—we’ll repost the best!

Sponsor Shoutouts
Huge thanks: Johnstone Supply (Super Trucks), Hulsey Racing (Legends), White Sands FCU (305 Winged), S.H. Automotive (Pure Stocks), Hacienda Carpet & Tile (B-Mods), KOA Campgrounds (staging), Elephant Ranch (caution flag), TZ Hair Studio (white flag), 3M Solutions (green flag), Throat Punch Performance (checkered flag), and Pharmtrue Pharmacy (car show bonuses).

Looking Ahead: Kids Bike Night on August 23
Vado keeps rolling! August 23 brings Kids Bike Night with giveaways and weekly racing—gates at 5 PM, green at 7:30 PM. Don’t miss Labor Day Doubleheader (August 30-31) with 360 Winged Sprints, and the World of Outlaws Desert Showdown (September 5-6). Get tickets at VadoSpeedwayPark.com—bring a rookie and fuel the fire!

Final Thoughts
August 16 was Vado magic: Wofford’s dynasty, Jackson’s hat trick, and Barraza’s clinic. From McCoy’s surge to Barnett’s reign, the night tapped every thrill—desire for glory and triumph over odds. Race fans, your energy is unbeatable—see you at the diamond in the desert! 🚀🏁