63rd J&S Classics National Open – Williams Grove Speedway
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania – October 3–4, 2025
Event Overview
The 63rd running of the J&S Classics National Open brought sprint car racing’s fiercest rivalry back to Williams Grove Speedway — the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars versus the Pennsylvania Posse — with over $260,000 in total prize money and the coveted $75,000 winner’s check on the line.
The two-night showdown lived up to its reputation as one of the sport’s crown jewels. Friday night saw hometown hero Chase Dietz storm to his first-ever World of Outlaws victory, leading a Posse podium sweep. On Saturday, Sheldon Haudenschild turned heartbreak into triumph, outdueling Bill Balog and Danny Dietrich to finally claim the National Open title.
Both nights were streamed live on DIRTVision, with full replays and highlights now archived on the platform.
Event Schedule
Friday, October 3, 2025 – National Open Preliminary (Night 1)
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Divisions: World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars (410)
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Payout: $12,000 to win | 25 laps
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Racing at 7:30 PM ET
Saturday, October 4, 2025 – 63rd J&S Classics National Open (Night 2)
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Divisions: World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars (410)
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Payout: $75,000 to win | 40 laps
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Racing at 7:30 PM ET
Payout Summary
Night 1 (Preliminary): $12,000 to win, $1,000 to start
Night 2 (National Open Finale): $75,000 to win, $2,500 to start
Weekend Total Purse: Over $260,000
Entry List (Tentative – 58 Drivers)
00K – Kyle Spence • 1A – Ashton Torgerson • 1S – Logan Schuchart • 1W – Devon Borden • 1X – Chad Trout • 2 – David Gravel • 2C – Cole Macedo • 2M – Gerard McIntyre Jr. • 5 – Tyler Ross • 5W – Lucas Wolfe • 6 – Zach Hampton • 6K – Kaleb Johnson • 6R – Bill Rose • 7BC – Giovanni Scelzi • 7S – Chris Windom • 8 – Brock Zearfoss • 10 – Ryan Timms • 11 – T.J. Stutts • 12 – Lance Dewease • 13 – Daison Pursley • 14BC – Corey Day • 15 – Donny Schatz • 15S – Kerry Madsen • 17 – Sheldon Haudenschild • 17B – Bill Balog • 18 – Cory Eliason • 19 – Brent Marks • 22 – Doug Hammaker • 23 – Garet Williamson • 23D – Chase Dietz • 26 – Justin Peck • 27 – Troy Wagaman Jr. • 28M – Conner Morrell • 35 – Austin Bishop • 39 – J.J. Loss • 41 – Carson Macedo • 41R – Logan Rumsey • 45S – Samuel Miller • 48 – Danny Dietrich • 51 – Freddie Rahmer • 55 – Hunter Schuerenberg • 66 – Ryan Newton • 67 – Justin Whittall • 69K – Daryn Pittman • 71 – Parker Price-Miller • 75 – Cameron Smith • 79 – Jordan Thomas • 83 – Michael Kofoid • 95 – Kody Hartlaub • 99 – Skylar Gee
(Tentative list courtesy of World of Outlaws, Oct. 1, 2025)
Night 1 – Friday, October 3, 2025
Headline: Posse Strike First – Chase Dietz Scores First World of Outlaws Victory in National Open Preliminary
Narrative Recap
Chase Dietz delivered a career-making performance on Friday night, leading a Pennsylvania Posse 1–2–3 sweep in the 25-lap preliminary feature. The York, PA native chased down defending National Open champion Carson Macedo, sliding into the lead with three laps remaining to secure his first-ever World of Outlaws win.
Veteran Lance Dewease and Danny Dietrich completed the all-Pennsylvania podium, while Macedo and Justin Whittall rounded out the top five.
Dietz became the 155th different winner in series history and gave the local contingent a 3–1 edge in 2025 Outlaw vs. Posse showdowns.
Feature Results (25 Laps)
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23D-Chase Dietz [4]
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12-Lance Dewease [3]
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48-Danny Dietrich [2]
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41-Carson Macedo [1]
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67-Justin Whittall [8]
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83-Michael Kofoid [6]
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2-David Gravel [5]
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7BC-Giovanni Scelzi [16]
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26-Justin Peck [12]
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19-Brent Marks [18]
(Full 28-car results verified via World of Outlaws & Williams Grove)
Notables
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Quick Time: David Gravel (16.409s)
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Heat Winners: Gravel, Kofoid, Dewease, Pursley
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Dash Winner: Carson Macedo
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Hard Charger: Troy Wagaman Jr. (+10)
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C Main: Kyle Spence
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B Main: Sheldon Haudenschild
Race Call Summary
A spirited 25-lap duel saw Macedo dominate early before Dietz reeled him in through traffic. The decisive move came with three laps to go, as Dietz drove deep into Turn 3 to complete the slide job and seal the deal before a thunderous Beer Hill crowd.
🎥 YouTube Highlights: World of Outlaws – Night 1 Recap
📸 Photo: Tyler Carr / World of Outlaws
Night 2 – Saturday, October 4, 2025
Headline: Natty O-Hi-O – Haudenschild Captures First National Open Title, Outduels Balog and Dietrich
Narrative Recap
After years of near-misses, Sheldon Haudenschild finally added his name to the National Open’s elite list of champions. The Wooster, OH racer methodically worked from the front row, overtaking polesitter Bill Balog with five laps to go in a tense 40-lap finale.
Balog, who dominated much of the race, lost momentum in traffic, allowing Haudenschild to slip by and control the closing laps. Danny Dietrich surged late to take second, while Balog, Daryn Pittman, and Buddy Kofoid completed the top five.
The win earned Haudenschild $75,000 and marked his 45th career World of Outlaws victory, becoming the 36th different National Open champion and the first Ohio-born driver to win since 1988.
Feature Results (40 Laps)
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17-Sheldon Haudenschild [2]
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48-Danny Dietrich [3]
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17B-Bill Balog [1]
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69K-Daryn Pittman [5]
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83-Michael Kofoid [4]
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2-David Gravel [7]
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1S-Logan Schuchart [14]
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23D-Chase Dietz [9]
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19-Brent Marks [6]
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10-Ryan Timms [10]
(Full 27-car results verified via World of Outlaws & Williams Grove)
Notables
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Quick Time: David Gravel (16.687s)
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Heat Winners: Gravel, Macedo, Balog, Pittman
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Dash Winner: Bill Balog
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Hard Charger: Logan Schuchart (+7)
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B Main: Lance Dewease
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C Main: T.J. Stutts
Abridged Race Call Summary
Balog led the first 35 laps before Haudenschild capitalized on a cushion bobble to take control with five remaining. Dietrich pressured late, but Haudenschild held strong to secure the biggest win of his career.
🎥 YouTube Highlights: World of Outlaws – Night 2 Recap
📸 Photo: Tyler Carr / World of Outlaws
Weekend Summary Table
| Category | Friday (Prelim) | Saturday (Finale) |
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| Winner | Chase Dietz (PA Posse) | Sheldon Haudenschild (World of Outlaws) |
| Runner-Up | Lance Dewease | Danny Dietrich |
| Quick Time | David Gravel (16.409s) | David Gravel (16.687s) |
| Hard Charger | Troy Wagaman Jr. (+10) | Logan Schuchart (+7) |
| Top Posse Finisher | Chase Dietz (1st) | Danny Dietrich (2nd) |
| Entries | 56 | 56 |
| Purse | $12,000 to win | $75,000 to win |
Driver Quotes
Chase Dietz:
“These things are so damn difficult to win. We’ve been fighting all season, made big changes this week, and it paid off. I’m just so proud of this team.”
Sheldon Haudenschild:
“We had a plan, we stuck with it, and it finally paid off. This one’s for Ripper, the crew, and everyone who believed in me — it means everything to finally get this one.”
Danny Dietrich:
“We were close again tonight. This is what the fans come to see — good, hard racing between the best in the country.”
Coverage & Resources
Sources
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World of Outlaws – Alex Nieten, Oct. 3–4, 2025
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Williams Grove Speedway – Shawn Brouse, Oct. 3–4, 2025
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DIRTVision Broadcast Transcripts (YouTube)
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MyRacePass Official Timing & Results
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🕓 Last Updated: Saturday, October 4, 2025 – 11:55 PM PDT
Status: ✅ Archive Complete — All nights verified, transcripts and results confirmed
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