The Dream turns Sweet 16

In 1994, Earl and Bernice Baltes had the 1st ever race paying $100,000 to win for dirt late models, unheard of at the time. Freddy Smith won the very first Dream race. Since then, other powerhouse names in the sport, such as Billy Moyer, Scott Bloomquist, Rick Eckert, and Jimmy Owens have all won the race. Others have shocked the racing world and broke out for big wins at Eldora and having their dreams come true. Jimmy Mars, Matt Miller, and Steve Casebolt are all drivers that scored their first crown jewel wins in their careers. The Dream has had some extra buzz added to it with the addition of the Prelude, which first came along in 2005. This event has helped raise money for charities by having NASCAR and other various drivers racing in the same late models that we dirt late model fans will watch in the 16th Annual Dirt Late Model Dream. This year, the hype is as big as ever. The fans still look forward to the pilgrimage to the Big E. This is one of those events where a lot of people come together, for one of maybe two times a year. It is really a Dream, for the drivers and fans. I personally can't wait!! I will order the PPV of The Prelude and will head to Eldora Friday morning. Can't wait to see everyone!!