Port Royal Speedway's Steve O'Neal Named 49th RPM Auto-Racing Promoter of the Year

Port Royal Speedway's Steve O'Neal Named 49th RPM Auto-Racing Promoter of the Year

By Michael Harrison

February 12, 2025 at 08:28 PM

Steve O'Neal, promoter of Port Royal Raceway in Pennsylvania, has been named the 49th annual Auto-Racing Promoter of the Year at the 52nd Annual RPM@Daytona Workshops. The prestigious award recognizes excellence in race track promotion and management.

"This is an incredible honor," O'Neal stated, emphasizing that the achievement reflects a team effort. "We all pour our heart and soul into it, and we hope to carry on the tradition for many years to come."

Two men displaying racing awards

Two men displaying racing awards

Other notable recognitions at the event included:

  • April May Preston of Bear Ridge Speedway received the Jody Deery Award
  • The Buckeye Figure 8 Nationals at Painesville Speedway won Outstanding Event of the Year

Group photo of eight race officials

Group photo of eight race officials

Regional winners included:

  • Southeast: Kelley Carlton (Screven Motor Speedway)
  • Central Midwest: Rich and Shelley Farmer (Fremont Speedway)
  • Northern: Doug Johnson (Huset's Speedway)
  • Midwest: Brad Stevens and Jessi Mynatt (34 Raceway)
  • Southwest/Western: Scott Russel and Kami Arnold (Placerville Speedway)
  • Australia/New Zealand: Gavin Migro (Perth Motorplex)

Two racers with trophies

Two racers with trophies

The RPM@Daytona Workshops continue to serve as a crucial networking and educational event for track promoters across North America, Australia, and New Zealand, supported by industry leaders including Hoosier Racing Tire, K&K Insurance, and Chevrolet Performance Products.

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