Waterford Notes: Bruce Thomas Jr. Reigns In Late Models; Paul French And Ryan Waterman Get Wins

WATERFORD – Bruce Thomas Jr. came out on top of a bruising battle for the lead with Dillon Moltz and won the 30-lap Late Model feature Saturday at the Waterford Speedbowl.

Bruce Thomas Jr.

It was the first win of the season for Thomas, of Groton, who is running a part time schedule this year.

Keith Rocco of Wallingford was second and Moltz, of Waterford, third.

With three laps remaining, Thomas got under Moltz going into turn one. Heavy contact between the two ensued, sending both sliding into turn one. Thomas was able to save his sliding car quicker.

Rocco moved past Moltz for second after Moltz had the contact with Thomas.

In the SK Light Modified division, the reigning champ was back on his throne as Paul French won.

French, who has won the championship in the division the last two years, went under Glen Griswold for the lead with six laps to go. Griswold, of Vernon, was second and Randy Churchill Jr. of Oakdale was third.

Ryan Waterman picked up his first career victory in the 25-lap Street Stock feature. Chris Meyer of North Franklin was second and Joe Arena of Bristol third.