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The World of Outlaws Sprint Cars Return to the Belleville High Banks!

Belleville, Kansas — The wait is finally over! For the first time in over 13 years, the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars are returning to the legendary Belleville High Banks on Friday, September 11, 2026 — and it promises to be one of the biggest racing events the High Banks have seen in decades.

Fans have been asking, and the Outlaws are answering the call. The thundering 900-horsepower machines will once again take on the fastest half-mile dirt oval in the heartland, bringing with them the biggest names and boldest personalities in sprint car racing.

The last time the World of Outlaws visited Belleville, fans witnessed unforgettable speed, courage, and drama — the kind of moments that made the High Banks a cornerstone of American dirt racing. Now, the “Greatest Show on Dirt” is coming back to reignite that same electricity under the Kansas night sky.

A Night You Won’t Want to Miss

Mark your calendars and make your plans now. This isn’t just another race — it’s a homecoming. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or experiencing the Outlaws for the first time, this event will deliver heart-pounding laps, roaring engines, and a packed grandstand filled with excitement.

Gates will open early with pre-race festivities, local vendors, and fan experiences to celebrate the long-awaited return of the Outlaws. More event details, ticket information, and camping options will be released in the coming months — so stay tuned to BellevilleHighBanks.org and follow us on Facebook for updates.

Get Ready for History to Repeat Itself

On Friday, September 11, 2026, history will roar back to life as the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars return to The Belleville High Banks.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of it — because this is one race you’ll be talking about for years to come.

Dennis Crow Named Race Director for the Belleville 305 Nationals

Belleville, Kansas — The Belleville 305 Nationals is proud to announce the appointment of Dennis Crow as Race Director for the prestigious event. Crow brings more than two decades of experience in dirt track racing management and competition direction, making him a highly respected and trusted leader in the sport.

Dennis has worked with the Belleville 305 Nationals since its inception in 2018, playing a key role in event operations and competition management. His promotion to Race Director marks a continuation of his deep commitment to the event and to sprint car racing as a whole.

Over his career, Crow has contributed to many of the nation’s top racing series and events. He spent 24 years working with both the Tulsa Shootout and the Chili Bowl Midget Nationals, serving in numerous roles ranging from coordinating logistics to leading infield operations. His leadership resume also includes 14 years as ASCS Sooner Region Competition Director, 2 years with the ASCS Lonestar Region, and 2 years as Competition Director at Creek County Speedway.

In addition, Crow has provided Competition Director training for the Super Sprint of Oklahoma Series and the Sprint Car Bandit Series out of Texas. His experience extends across several major sanctioning bodies, having worked with USAC, High Limits, ASCS, and NCRA, as well as collaborating with notable figures such as Tommie Estes and Lonnie Wheatley.

“Dennis’s knowledge, leadership, and professionalism make him the perfect fit to guide the Belleville 305 Nationals into the future,” said Drew Erkenbrack, Event Promoter of the Belleville 305 Nationals. “He understands what it takes to run a smooth, competitive, and fair event — and we’re excited to have him leading the team.”

Erkenbrack also extended his appreciation to longtime promoter Tommie Estes for his dedication to the event:

“I want to sincerely thank Tommie Estes for his tireless efforts in getting the Belleville 305 Nationals off the ground and building it into what it is today,” said Erkenbrack. “Tommie’s vision and hard work helped establish this event as one of the premier 305 sprint car races in the country. We wish him nothing but success in his future endeavors.”

As Race Director, Crow will oversee all aspects of race operations, officiating, and competition management during the Belleville 305 Nationals, ensuring the continued tradition of excellence that fans and teams have come to expect at the historic Belleville High Banks.

The 2026 Belleville 305 Nationals will be contested under IMCA rules, continuing the event’s commitment to fair and competitive sprint car racing.

American Sprint Car Series Returning to Belleville in 2025 for Fourth of July Spectacular

Another piece of next season’s schedule for the American Sprint Car Series National Tour has fallen into place, as the Series will make its return to the Belleville High Banks on July 3-4, 2025.

The weekend will kick off with a $4,000-to-win show on Thursday night before wrapping up with a $10,000-to-win finale on America’s birthday, adding yet another five-figure payday to the calendar. [Read More…]

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OUT WHITING THEM ALL: Whit Gastineau Storms Back Late to Win the King of the Crossroads

8/2/2024 Belleville, Kan (www.urssracing.com) – It was an action packed night Friday at the Belleville High Banks, as 46 race teams made the trip for the opening night of the 7th Annual Belleville 305 Nationals presented by NextEra Energy.

After preliminary action was completed and the top 8 redraw was done, Zach Blurton and Whit Gastineau started the 25 car, 20-Lap Mel Hambelton Ford Feature race. The opening lap came to a halt out of turn three when the #911 of Ty Williams, (Arcadia, Oklahoma), got collected with a group of cars, causing multiple flips. All drivers were ok and checked by local EMS.

While the red flag was out, crew members of Jeremy Huish’s team began to work on the #20 car. Officials quickly directed the team they would be starting at the back during the restart. Huish inevitably did not start the feature after the red flag.

Once the filed came back to side-by-side formation, it didn’t take the #10 of Trevor Serbus, (Olivia, Minnesota), very long to charge to the lead. Serbus began to build a comfortable lead as the laps continued to click away. That was until lap traffic started to catch the front of the pack.

Serbus began to navigate his Bode Collision and Glass #10 through the lap cars, as the battle for second started to shape up all in his tire tracks. The #9 of Kyle Jones, (Kennedale, Texas), began to pester the #2 of Whit Gastineau, (Moore, Oklahoma), for the position.

As the lap traffic became harder to pass, Trevor Serbus began to quickly get drawn in by a 3-car dog fight for 2nd. Exchanging of the baton in an Olympics relay was how the battle for the lead started to play out. Lap after lap, fans witnessed possibly one of the best finishes in series history. Gastineua would get a run on lap 17 helping him take the lead from Serbus for the final time out of turn 2.

“I was too tight at the beginning and that was slowing us down a little bit” said Whit after the race. “ We just tried to let the track come to us and at the end I knew we were catching them there and I was just trying to pace myself. Lap traffic played to our advantage tonight and its definitely not the easiest place to pace here but you have to pick and choose when and where you pass here” added Gastineua.

With not only his first win at the Belleville High Banks, it was also Whit’s first win with the United Rebel Sprint Series. Whit Gastineau now adds his name to eighty one other drivers who have all claimed a win with the series since its sanction in 2006.