Southside Speedway (also known as "The Toughest Short Track in the South") is a short track used for stock car auto racing located just South of Richmond, Virginia in Chesterfield County. It is a .333-mile (536 m) asphalt oval owned and operated by Sue Clements and Patsy Stargardt. The 2009 track champions were Chris Dodson (Late Model Sportsman), Billy Morris (Modifieds), Tommy Tatum (Grand Stock), Mike Chapman (U-Car) James Loving (Street Stock) and Stanley Holmes (Champ Kart).
The track originally canceled the 2011 racing season after announcing that owner Sue Clements was battling health problems. However, a shortened 11-week 2011 season took place, which saw the return of the Lengends and Pro Six divisions.
Read more about Southside Speedway: History, Attendance, 2009 Season
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