The crown jewel of Riverhead Raceway's NASCAR divisions, with a legacy dating back to 1949. These powerful machines share rules with the NASCAR Whelen Modified Touring Series, featuring 600+ horsepower small block V8 engines that deliver explosive power to 18-inch Hoosier Tires. Known as "The Ground Pounders," these open-wheel racers earn their nickname – when they thunder around the track, spectators feel the raw power in their seats.
Active this season
Scheduled this season
Since track opening
70 All-Time Champions • Since 1952
NASCAR Modifieds:
John Beatty Jr.
Merrick
49-years old
Law Enforcement
Married
2023 & 2024 NASCAR Modified champion.
13 career Modified wins.
2017 INEX Legend Race Car champion
7 career INEX Legend Race Car wins
| Year | Driver | Car # |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | John Beatty | 5 |
| 2022 | Kyle Soper | 15 |
| 2021 | Kyle Soper | |
| 2020 | Tom Rogers Jr. | |
| 2019 | Kyle Soper | |
| 2018 | Kyle Soper | |
| 2017 | Tom Rogers Jr. | |
| 2016 | Shawn Solomito | |
| 2015 | Tom Rogers Jr. | |
| 2014 | Howie Brode |
25 Active Drivers • 3 Reserved Numbers
14 Events Scheduled
1 Rule Available
1 Bag Per Person
Clear plastic bag less than 14″ x 14″ x 8″
Personal sized purses and wallets
Medical bags
Diaper bags