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The spotlight swings to Bulls Gap, Tennessee, as Volunteer Speedway hosts the second annual Scott Bloomquist Memorial Scorcher—a night designed to race hard and remember harder. It’s a stacked program headlined by a $20,000-to-win, 50-lap Super Late Model main event, with three compelling support classes: a $2,500-to-win, 100-lap Enduro, a Sportsman Late Model 25-lapper for $1,000, and a 20-lap Street Stock feature for $600. For fans at the track or tuning in from home, here’s everything you need to know to watch—and why this memorial matters.
WATCH: Scott Bloomquist Memorial Scorcher Anywhere
Why this night matters
Scott Bloomquist wasn’t just fast—he was foundational. An Iowa native who revolutionized Dirt Super Late Model racing with brains and bravado, Bloomquist was inducted into the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame (Class of 2002) and later owned chassis manufacturer Team Zero Race Cars. After his tragic passing in a plane crash in August 2024, the Memorial Scorcher became a centerpiece tribute: a race night that channels his edge, craft, and relentless pursuit of speed. Expect a field motivated by more than money—this one carries meaning.
Where to watch Scott Bloomquist Racing in America
TV channel: N/A
Live stream: FloRacing (subscription required)
WATCH: Scott Bloomquist Memorial Scorcher Anywhere
FloRacing’s coverage begins Thursday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. ET, including pre-race ceremonies, driver intros, and early activities. Subscribers can watch live, catch event replays, and dive into additional FloSports features. If you can’t make it to Bulls Gap, this is the definitive way to follow every lap.
Event schedule at a glance
Pits open: 2:00 p.m. ET
Grandstands open: 3:00 p.m. ET
Drivers meeting: 6:30 p.m. ET
Hot laps/qualifying: 7:00 p.m. ET, followed by prayer, national anthem, and green-flag racing
On track, the running order is built around a high-payout Super Late Model program—FloRacing Night in America presented by Kubota—with strong undercards that keep the night moving and the action varied. From feature-race strategy to survival-mode Enduro laps, the program offers something for every short-track fan.
What you’ll see on track
Super Late Models (50 laps, $20,000 to win): The headline attraction. Expect qualifying battles for clean air, heat-race elbows-out intensity, and a 50-lap feature where tire management and track position decide the difference between champagne and “almost.”
Enduro (100 laps, $2,500 to win): A durability gauntlet that tests machines and mindsets—strategy, pacing, and staying out of trouble are everything.
Sportsman Late Model (25 laps, $1,000 to win): A sprint where momentum matters; watch for restarts to shake up the running order.
Street Stock (20 laps, $600 to win): Grassroots grit—short, sharp, and physical.
By the numbers
$20,000 to the Super Late Model winner (standard purse pays deep, including $10,000 for second, $5,000 for third, $4,000 for fourth, $3,000 for fifth, then $2,750, $2,500, $2,300 through eighth).
$2,500 to the Enduro winner (with a $150 entry fee).
$1,000 to the Sportsman Late Model winner.
$600 to the Street Stock winner.
The payout structure ensures competitive depth—drivers have plenty to race for beyond the top step.
Going to the track? Know before you go
Grandstand admission: Adults $30; ages 11–15 $20; 10-and-under free
Pit & tier-parking admission: $45 (ages 5-and-under free)
Reserved tier-parking: $40 (plus pit admission)
Four-wheeler/ATV fee: $20 (plus pit admission)
VIP Suite seating: Available—contact Vic Hill or Christa at (423) 312-4206 for details
Arrive early to beat the rush, secure parking, and catch hot laps—Bulls Gap comes alive at speed, and part of the thrill is feeling the place tighten from pre-race hum to race-pace thunder.
Strategy watch: keys to winning the Scorcher
Track evolution: Volunteer’s surface can change lap-to-lap; crews who read moisture, rubbering, and cushion shape will make smarter calls on tires and setup.
Starts & restarts: With a 50-lap distance, track position matters. Quick launches and clean exits through Turns 1–2 can decide who controls the air.
Tire life: Pace early to attack late. Over-drive the opening third and you’ll be a sitting duck after halfway.
Patience in traffic: Lapped cars can shape the race; disciplined passes minimize risk and conserve momentum.
Why this one will resonate
Tribute nights can elevate performance—and atmosphere. The Scorcher is a celebration of Bloomquist’s influence: the technical precision, the swagger, the endless tinkering for a tenth. Whether you’re streaming on FloRacing or sitting under the lights at Bulls Gap, you’ll feel the sense of occasion. It’s about racing for money and memory.
Event: Scott Bloomquist Memorial Scorcher — FloRacing Night in America presented by Kubota
When: Thursday, Sept. 11 — coverage from 6:30 p.m. ET; hot laps at 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Volunteer Speedway, Bulls Gap, TN
Watch: FloRacing (subscription)
Headliner: Super Late Model, 50 laps, $20,000 to win
Support: Enduro (100 laps, $2,500), Sportsman LM (25 laps, $1,000), Street Stock (20 laps, $600)