Two of the longest running motorcycle powered race car organizations, the UMRA and the AMSA, have reached an agreement that will see them touring 3 leading Midwest dirt tracks together for a 3 race series in 2008. The series titled The Grassroots Racing Revival, will see the United Midget Racing Association (UMRA) three quarter midgets and the American Mini Sprint Association 1200cc mini sprints touring Osgood, Indiana’s fairground track, Twin Cities Raceway Park and Lawrenceburg Speedway during the month of May. At the end of the three race series a King of the Grassroots Racing Revival will be crowned in each division, based upon points accumulated during the three race series.

AMSA front man, Jerry Tague commented, “I think this is going to be an awesome deal for both groups. Both series have proven themselves to be excellent training tools as well as an economical playground for the weekend warrior. Best of all, the cars will be showcased on three of the Midwest’s finest dirt tracks.” The UMRA and the AMSA joined forces once during the 2007 season at Osgood, Indiana’s fairground facility. UMRA president Travis Stickels commented, “I think everyone enjoyed the event at Osgood last year when the UMRA and AMSA shared the racing card. Running the two groups together 

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