It was a historical day for Steve Carlson, put his name in the record books by tying the late great Joe Shear with his eighth National Short Track Championship. Pictured with Steve is Rockford Speedway's CEO Jody Deery.

Mrs. Jody Deery waves the green flag to start the first race of the day to cap off Rockford Speedway 46th National Short Track Championships.

Mike Marden is all smiles in victory lane after winning the Illinois Vintage Racing Series 15-lap feature event.

Racing action from the Illini Midgets as they showed racing fans close open wheel racing action.

Dennis Smith Jr. made a great last lap pass on Josh Thiering to win the Tractor Town 12-lap Figure-8 feature event.

Not a good night for Bobby Wilberg as he spun in turn four with a fire in his engine area. He was able to walk away but was done for the night in the All-American Sportsman Series.

Doug Rose and the Green Mamba Jet Car with David Deery pose for the camera after thrilling 'Night of Thrills' fans.

Triple Steel Wall Crash about to unfold just before contact is made.

Adding his name to the Rockford Speedway history books is the youngest driver to capturing a season championship is Austin Nason, age 15 from Roscoe, Illinois. Austin competes in the NASCAR Bargain Hunters Sportsman division.

Present for opening ceremonies is the Illinois National Guard as they ready themselves for our nation National Anthem.

Rodney Molitor would rise above the carnage and was the "Last Boat Sailing", claiming the event and the one-of-a-kind trophy for his efforts.

Three wide racing was the norm during the NASCAR Bargain Hunter's Sportsman division main event.