SCX LMP 2010 NORTH AMERICA FINAL RESULTS
20 regional qualifying drivers from several states came to Great Traditions in Philadelphia to compete for the SCX LMP 2010 North America Championship. Eligible cars were the SCX Pro Audi R8, SCX Audi R10 and SCX Peugeot 908, however 19 of the 20 drivers ran an SCX Pro Audi R8. All drivers used handout Indy Grip silicone tires and handout RX-42B motors. Race format was 10 minute segments on each of the 4 lanes of the Carrera track, which was powered at 13 volts.
At the end of the first 4 segments, Bob Kuss took the lead with 289 laps. That total was exceeded by the next 3 drivers rotating in, Dan McCollum, JJ Artfitch and Dave Davis, who finished with 305 laps.
A few rotations later, JJ Kozokas posted the first 80 lap total of the day with 81 on inner gutter white, putting him in the lead with 315 laps. But top qualifier Don Johnson followed JJ, and his initial run of 79 laps on outside gutter red showed he was on the way to the lead. Don followed his red lane performance with high lap total of the day on yellow, with 82 laps, and finished his four lane run with 324 laps and a commanding lead.
Last year's SCX North America champion Phil Pilong Jr. followed Don into the rotation, matching Don's 79 on red. Phil's performance on the next two lanes, including a race high total of 83 laps on blue, put him one lap ahead of Don's leading pace. So it would be up to the inner gutter white lane to determine if Phil would repeat as champion. Phil matched Don's 82 laps on white to finish one lap ahead, and he successfully defended his championship, a two time champion now at the ripe old age of 12!
The top 4 finishers won trophies and a special, limited edition SCX car. EVERY participant received a brand new SCX car. As usual, big thanks to Rich Shanfeld, owner of Great Traditions, who put on a first class racing series. His wife Lisa prepared the usual big spread of food from the grill and other snacks. Those who made it to the championship final partook in generous prizes, food and a fun atmosphere.
Thanks also to Sam Barbose Sr. and Jim Connelly for assisting with managing qualifying and lots of 'behind the scenes' stuff. Thanks to Bas Slabbers for his excellent professional photography. Finally, thanks to all racers that participated, bringing your competitive spirit, fun and sportsmanship helped make it an event that keeps getting better each year.
RESULTS:
01. Phil Pilong, Jr......325
02. Don Johnson..........324
03. JJ Kozokas...........315
04. Joseph Rosales.......313
05. Dave Hoffman.........311
06. Dave Davis...........305
07. Chip Bell............304
08. Sam Barbose..........302
09. Martin Dixon.........301
10. JJ Artfitch..........300
11. James Drayton........299
12. Scott Kozokas........298
13. Lawrence Jordan......297
14. Mario Baskin.........295
15. Dan McCollum.........291
16. Robert Holt..........291
17. Dean Kirkpatrick.....290
18. Bob Kuss.............289
19. Mike Rossbach........283
20. Marcus Woodlyn.......268
Pictures from the event:
SCX LMP 2010 North America Championship Racers
Lawrence Jordan's black Audi closes in on Mike Rossbach's car
Chip Bell's Audi chases Joseph Rosales' Audi through the esses, while Scott Kozokas' car blurs down the main straight
A few cars in the field after the race
Top 4 finishers with their trophies and special edition SCX cars they won (L-R): Phil Pilong Jr. (1st), Don Johnson (2nd), JJ Kozokas (3rd), Joseph Rosales (4th)
Repeat SCX North America champion Phil Pilong, Jr.
