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From the desk of the WHRRI Flag Chief - Ron Cech
July 29, 2026
Waterford Race #4 "2 Stroke Smoke" This Weekend (Aug. 1-2)
Greetings All
Here we go with the second half of WHRRI Season 2026. It has been a great season that has included the record setting Vintage Road Races last weekend. A good time for all.
This weekend: RACE #4
Come join the Flagging Crew for one or both days!
Let me repeat that.
Come join the Flagging Crew for one or both days!
- Sign in on MotorsportReg (preferred)
- Text or email me of your intentions
- Or just surprise me
- Dress for weather possibilities: rain gear, hats, sunscreen.
- Long pants and comfortable closed toed shoes.
- White or light colored shirts (no red)
- Sign in at Lena's and walk up to the pavilion.
- Check in with me (Ron), sign a gas card drawing ticket, and have a donut.
- Meeting is 9:15am
- Lunch and afternoon worker break ice cream.
- A Saturday cookout after racing is scheduled!
Come join us! Probably no all time track records will be set but there will be great racing for sure!
P.S. There are a number of non flaggers that receive this message. Come out and take advantage of the many other volunteer opportunities available.. Or just come out and enjoy the racing of the day with the family. Great fun at the Track either way!
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Many Thanks
Ron Cech
Flag Chief Waterford Hills Road Racing
(248) 982-2866
2026 WHRRI Vintage Race - Indycar
New WHRRI Record!
From John Firment July 26, 2026:
For you race fans, our Local track Waterford Hill Racing (WHRRI) Yesterday set a new track record.
The track is 1.5 miles length with 8 turns with one over a hill. Do not know the old record but the new one is 56.9 seconds..Top speed back straight is 157.9 mph.
The car is an ex INDY with a Judd V-10 engine. Quite impress to watch.
More Details from Mary Shiloff July 26, 2026:
FYI, Nolan [the driver] was able to lower the track record for fastest lap (although not during an official race) again on Sunday! A remarkable lad who went through the WHRRI drivers’ school in May 2020. Another piece of information is that he is the grandson of Lew Cooper, Jr. who was a multiple year champion at Waterford while also competing in SCCA National races. Lew was also a great supporter of Waterford and helped fund the repaving of the track.
Lew (who is in his 80’s) was at the track this weekend and even got to take a lap in Nolan’s car. He said that he was not quite as fast as Nolan and I suggested that they probably put a rev-limiter on the car for him. He was extremely proud of his grandson.
In addition, Nolan’s race sponsor, Faygo, sponsored the WHRRI Vintage Races by paying for all spectator/crew passes for the weekend and providing Faygo beverages for workers and others! Show your support by buying Faygo Rock-N-Rye, Red Pop, Root Beer or any of the other flavors…a great Michigan brand!
If you missed the Vintage Races this weekend, you missed a VERY fun event with some great competition. Try to put it on your schedule for next year…July 23-25, 2027!
Mary
NOTE:
as of Dec. 1, 2025 all “non-certified” Divisional F&C license holders MUST complete the online certification course to renew their license!
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Doug Mitchell & Lon Hake each volunteered for all 36 Detroit Grand Prix
Summary of
2026 Detroit Grand Prix in Pictures
by David Grant
Enthusiast Detroit GP Pt.1 2026
Enthusiast Detroit GP Pt.2 2026
From the desk of the WMR Flag Chief - Nathan McCormick
July 21, 2026
Good Evening!!!!!!!
It's time to start recruiting corner marshals for the following two August events at Grattan Raceway. Note that each event mandates a different manner to register. Please see the particulars in the Detail section of each description.
FIRST RACING WEEKEND
When:
Friday, August 14, Saturday, August 15, Sunday, August 16
What:
VSCDA Vintage Grand Prix AuGrattan XL (Vintage Sports Car Drivers Association)
Where:
Grattan Raceway
DETAILS:
Flag any combination of the three days
Require a minimum of 12 volunteers, preferably 21!!!!!!
Camping on site at no charge
Lunches provided daily, Saturday evening BBQ
Annual award presentation for the F&C Volunteer of the Year ("The Door") at Saturday's BBQ
TO REGISTER:
Send me an email indicating which of the three days you are volunteering for; include your phone number, please!
SECOND RACING WEEKEND
When:
Saturday, August 22 & Sunday, August 23
What:
SCCA "Last Chance" Major
Where:
Grattan Raceway
DETAILS:
Flag any combination of the two days
Require a minimum of 12 volunteers, preferably 21!!!!!!
Camping on site at no charge
Lunches provided daily, Saturday evening BBQ
TO REGISTER:
Left click on the following link to access the motorsportreg.com worker web page. Then left click on the blue REGISTER
NOW button at the bottom of the screen. Be sure to select the "Flagging and Communications" category.
Additionally, spread the word among your friends and family that we are always looking for new folks to try out the flagging routine. Please have interested individuals contact me to discuss further.
As always, thanks for your help and please register for the two events should your schedule permit.
Thanx!!!
Nathan McCormick
616-745-7142
Here’s the latest news from the
SCCA Great Lakes Division F & C DA
Ed Arthur (MTM Member)
July 31, 2026
Here’s News about Upcoming Events for
the SCCA Flagging and Communication team in our Great Lakes Division
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OVR Ohio Valley Summer Sprints August 8–9
Head to Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for the OVR Ohio Valley Summer Sprints. There will be plenty of action featuring the Great Lakes Division Championship Double Regional, HP Invitational, Sports 2000 North America Series, MARRS Road Racing Series, and Formula Continental Challenge Series
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With 161 entries already registered, a full weekend of exciting racing awaits. Volunteers are made to feel welcome—join the action firsthand!
A Look Ahead
Here are some upcoming events on the calendar:
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August 22–23: Western Michigan Region at Grattan (Majors)
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August 29–30: Northeast Ohio & Steel Cities at Nelson Ledges
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September 28–October 4: Runoffs at Road America
Our website https://www.gldscca.com/road-racing has the complete GLD race event schedule, contacts, and more
Newest Licensing News
Based on the download from Topeka, welcome the latest SCCA Corner Marshal:
Joseph Turco Indianapolis Region
And a job well done to the latest Great Lakes Division flagging team members who have acquired their marshal certification:
Stephen Hempel South Bend Region
Benjamin Kaluski Western Michigan Region
Jack Strahosky Ohio Valley Region
Steve Zappacosta Neohio Region
Also, Congratulations are due to the latest Great Lakes Division flagging team members who have upgraded their licenses:
Ken Thomas Fort Wayne Region - Divisional
Alton Worthington Detroit Region - National
Looking forward to seeing you all at the track!
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