Clinton Hersh heads to victory in Cumberland, Md.
What won the race: Polesitter Clinton Hersh of Somerset, Pa., raced to his first Mason-Dixon Shootout Series victory Saturday at Greater Cumberland Raceway. Hersh took the checkers for a $1,000 payday ahead of Eric Irvin and Jeremy Ohl.
Key notes: Fifteen cars were running at the finish in the tour's first stop at the 5/8-mile oval. ... Another first-time Mason-Dixon winner, Devin Hart won Friday's feature at Path Valley Speedway in Spring Run, Pa. ... The series has had six winners in as many events this season. ... Greater Cumberland hosts the tour again on Aug. 25.
On the move: Eric Irvin of Petersburg, Pa., started sixth and finished second.
Winner's sponsors: Hersh's Rocket Chassis is sponsored by Clearwater Construction, Fred Spangler Plumbing, Black's Specialty Service and Laurel Machinery.
Points chase: After the first two events, Jeremy Ohl had 123 points to lead Justin Weaver (114) and Dillan Stake (106).
Car count: 28
Heat race winners: Frankie Gordon, Justin Weaver, Donnie Farlling, , , , ,
Consolation race winners: Brian Lowery, , ,