Elko, MN – Officials from the ASA Midwest Tour are excited to announce that PepperJack Kennels has signed on as the official sponsor of Lap 93 during this Saturday night’s running of the Thunderstruck 93 at Elko Speedway. The 125-lap Super Late Model feature will once again honor the memory of Minnesota short track racer Dan Ryan Sr. #93, with the lap sponsorship providing an added incentive for drivers battling at the front of the field.
The driver leading at the completion of Lap 93 will collect a $939 bonus courtesy of PepperJack Kennels, a longtime supporter of short track and national motorsports. The Wisconsin based company is best known for its world-class Labrador retrievers and championship-caliber training programs, and in recent years has become a recognized name across the racing industry.
About Dan Ryan, Sr.: The 125-lap race will honor Elko Speedway Hall of Famer “Thunder” Dan Ryan Sr., who passed away in 2009 after a three-year battle with ALS. Dan was a former racer who became a leader amongst the competitors in the pit area and tutored many young drivers as they worked their way through the racing ranks. The name of the event is named after Ryan’s favorite song, “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC. There will be a ten-minute break on lap 93 of the ASA Midwest Tour race to honor him.
Schedule of Events for Thunderstruck 93, Saturday, September 20, 2025:
12 p.m. Pit Gate Opens
2 p.m. Practice Begins
4:30 p.m. Spectator Gates Open
6 p.m. Qualifying Begins
Ticket Pricing:
Adults: $25
Senior and Military: $22
Kids ages 6-12: $5
Children ages 5 and under: Free
Advance discount tickets are available by clicking here.
Divisions: ASA Midwest Tour, Late Models, Thunder Cars, Power Stocks
Location: Elko Speedway is located at 26350 France Avenue in Elko, New Market, MN. For additional information, visit www.elkospeedway.com or call 952-461-7223.
Past Winners:
2009- Jacob Goede
2010- Dan Fredrickson
2011- Dan Fredrickson
2012- Dan Fredrickson
2013- Andrew Morrissey
2014- Dan Fredrickson
2015- Ty Majeski
2016- Dan Fredrickson
2017- Dalton Zehr
2018- Owin Giles
2019- Jacob Goede
2025- Justin Mondeik
