It was announced a few weeks ago that former New London-Waterford Speedbowl general manager Shawn Monahan would return to a management role with the facility in 2026. The Speedbowl will kick off their 2026 season with their Blast Off event on Saturday. We caught up with Monahan today for an extensive conversation about his new […]
Latest From The New London-Waterford Speedbowl
Breaking News: Petty Cash Motorsports, Driver Andrew Molleur Parting Ways
April 7, 2026 by Leave a Comment
The combination of driver Andrew Molleur and Petty Cash Motorsports moving to the Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series will not happen. With the Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series season opening Propane Plus Heating & Cooling 75 scheduled for Saturday at Thompson Speedway, Petty Cash Motorsports announced Tuesday morning that Molleur and the team have parted way. Petty […]
Matt Buckler To Be Honored With Courage Award By Connecticut Sports Media Alliance
April 5, 2026 by 3 Comments
Longtime Connecticut journalist and short track racing announcer Matt Buckler will be honored by the Connecticut Sports Media Alliance at the association’s annual Gold Key Banquet on Sunday May 17. Buckler will receive the Bob Casey Courage award by the Connecticut Sports Media Alliance. Buckler spent more than 40 years at the Manchester based Journal […]
Official: Shawn Monahan Returning To New London-Waterford Speedbowl Management In 2026
March 31, 2026 by Leave a Comment
On March 5 RaceDayCT broke the news exclusively that former New London-Waterford Speedbowl general manager Shawn Monahan was likely to take on a management role at the Speedbowl in 2026. On Tuesday Monahan confirmed that he is taking on a role titled Director of Racing Operations at the Speedbowl for the 2026 season. “I’m going […]
Eric Berndt To Run For Championship With Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series In 2026
March 31, 2026 by Leave a Comment
When it comes to SK Modified racing, Eric Berndt has been a cornerstone contender on the short tracks of Connecticut for the last 30 years. But it’s been quite a few years since the Cromwell veteran has chased a championship in Tour Type Modified racing. In 2026 the veteran racer will be back to chasing a […]
Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series Announces Date Change For Speedbowl Event
March 8, 2026 by Leave a Comment
On Sunday management of the Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series announced a schedule change for the upcoming season. The division’s seventh of the event of the season, which had been scheduled for Saturday Sept. 5 has now been moved to Sunday Sept. 6. The Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series will kick off its 2026 season on April […]
RaceDayCT Exclusive: Andrew Molleur Lands Full-Time NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Ride
March 7, 2026 by 1 Comment
Over the last few seasons, Andrew Molleur has been a force in the SK Modified ranks in Connecticut. Molleur was the 2024 SK Modified champion at Stafford Speedway. In 2025 he won an SK Modified championship at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl. But in 2026 the focus will shift for the Shelton driver. Molleur had previously […]
Surprise Move: Former Speedbowl General Manager Returning To Management Role For 2026?
March 5, 2026 by 2 Comments
If there’s one thing we’ve learned about the New London-Waterford Speedbowl over the last decade it’s that no matter what seems like is happening, don’t be shocked when something altogether different takes place. Track owner Bruce Bemer is as unpredictable as they come in the racing business. Things don’t change by the week or the […]
Turning A Corner: New Operational Group At Speedbowl Could Be Announced Soon
March 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Over the last couple weeks we’ve reported on the possibility that a new leadership team could take over operational control of the New London-Waterford Speedbowl in 2026. Listen to the latest Unmuffled Quickcast for more. LISTEN: Turning A Corner: New Operational Group At Speedbowl Could Be Announced Soon
Going Dark? More About Speedbowl Plans, Or Lack Of Plans, For The 2026 Season
March 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
What’s Happening? It’s not just a 70’s TV show anymore, it’s the overriding theme of the 2026 racing season at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl. On Sunday March 8, less than a week away, daylight savings time will kick in. An extra hour of daylight each evening. It’s the annual sign that we’re getting so close […]
Recent Comments