Batesville Motor Speedway celebrated a successful racing season Saturday night by honoring its 2025 Champions during a packed awards banquet held at Colton’s Steak House.
The banquet drew a full house of racers and fans as the top three drivers in each of the track’s seven divisions received trophies and awards after earning the most points throughout the season. Speedway officials also recognized Debbie and her staff at Colton’s for their outstanding service during the event.
Among the champions honored was local favorite Brandon Smith, also known as the “Floral Freight Train,” who captured the 2025 IMCA Modified Championship. Joe Payne of Concord earned the IMCA Stock Car Championship, while Slade Hartwick claimed the MidWest Modified title.
In the Young Gun division, Gracie Surrett of Little Rock took home the 2025 championship. Destiny Brooks earned the Hobby Stock Championship, and William Lawrence captured the Arkansas Factory Stock title.
Rounding out the champions, Larry Jackson won the Cruisers Division Championship and was also recognized as the oldest driver ever to claim a championship at Batesville Motor Speedway. Officials confirmed Jackson will return to the track again this season.
Photos from the event were provided courtesy of Kala Siler.
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