The Mad Dog Motorsports team had another event cancelled due to rain this past Saturday, July 10. The team was coming off of the heels of a strong second place finish in their 40-lap main event on July 3. Starting from the fifth position on the field, Jake methodically worked his way to the front, working both the oustide and inside grooves to cross the line just behind eventual race winner, Fred Astle, Jr.
"What a huge difference this year for our team. We started our season off slowly, but we really have been able to string together a slew of strong finishes. I'm proud of what this team has been able to accomplish, as we continue to gain ground on the leaders."
A mid-race restarte positioned Jake on the inside of the second row for the final 13-lap shootout. After looking on the inside of Dave Hutchins for several laps, Jake hopped up to the outside groove, methodically taking over the second position from the Pro Stock veteran. He would not relinquish that position as he came under he checkers with an impressive second place, podium finish.
"Now that we are working our way into the middle of the season, the track really is starting to come to us. We could not have passed anyone on the outside earlier in the season, but between the warmer weather and our setup, we were able to do that tonight. We have a few big events coming up with the mid-season championship and the $2,000-to-win 75-lapper. We need to start getting ready for those now."
Jake currently sits tenth in the point standings. He looks to improve upon that position as the team returns to competion Saturday, July 17, for the 50-lap mid-season championship race. Post time is 6:00pm.