CAMERON DODSON RETURNS TO VICTORY LANE IN THE CASEY'S GENERAL STORES CHALLENGE AT IOWA SPEEDWAY! Defending his win from 2008, Dodson qualified his No. 991 Roush Yates Engine Ford second, led the first lap and ran in the top three for 89 of 100 lap race. Leading the final laps in front of an estimated crowd of 21,000, the Greenfield, Indiana native took the checkered flag in the USAC Silver Crown Series Casey's General Stores Challenge for the second time in two years. Makint only his third start since a near fatal accident in November, the 21 year old's future behind the wheel was doubtful, his recovery and subsequent success ehind the wheel has been remarkable. Since his return Dodson has finished third at Richmond, ninth at O'Reilly Raceway Park and first in Friday's race at Iowa Speedway. "Cameron's determination is impressive; it is what made him successful on the track and in his quick recovery following the accident," said Chris Santucci, team manager for Carl Edwards / R.E. Technologies Racing. Dennis LeCava, Crew chief for the No. 991, said after the race, "It was a great night, Cameron and the whole team did a great job, I couldn't have asked for more from the guys or Cameron, they all worked hard and it worked out well. Cameron may be young but his ability to take care of the car and tires are traits of a vetaran with a lot of experience." Driving the No. 991 entry fielded by Carl Edwards/R.E. Technologies, Dodson wheeled his Ford to his third win in two years. Following the race Dodson said, "It is great to be back in Victory Lane, I feel like my hard work this year has really paid off. I really appreciate the support from Carl, Chris (Santucci), Dennis (LaCava) and the whole Carl Edwards/R.E. Technologies team since my accident. Without the work of the Whole team and Dennis this wouldn't have been possible. I want to really thank Beast Chassis and LaJoie Seating also." Dodson is currently tied for 7th and the No. 991 Roush Yates Ford Engine powered, Red Line Oil / Hemelgarn / Johnson Morotsports entry is 4th in points. Dodson and the USAC Silver Crown Series return to action on Thursday, august 6th at Oswego Speedway. For more information about the Carl Edwards / R.E. Technologies Racing Team click www.racingeclipse.com
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