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September 14, 2019 - Dillard Enjoys Two-Weekend in Southern Dirt Track Championship |
 Not once, but twice, Cade Dillard claimed cowboy hats and big checks over the weekend in the inaugural Southern Dirt Track Championship at The Dirt Track at Texas Motor Speedway.
He won the $3,500 prize on Friday night with the COMP Cams Super Dirt Series Super Late Models in his S&S Fishing & Rental Inc. No. 97 MB Customs/ Jay Dickens Racing Engine Super Late Model. He backed it up by claiming the $4,000 triumph on Saturday night in the Modified ranks in his Nichols Stores No. 97 MB Customs/ Stoen Racing Engine entry.
“Wow, what a weekend it was for our team. It was a long weekend, but a good weekend in both divisions,” Dillard noted. “There were a ton of cars there in all of the divisions, and it was definitely some late nights. It was especially challenging running two classes, but my team worked their tails off, and we got two wins to show for it.
“I want to thank all of my great sponsors and supporters for making all of this possible.”
 Cade Dillard invaded Texas Motor Speedway (Fort Worth, Texas) on Friday night, pulling double duty for the opening round of the inaugural Southern Dirt Track Championship. In a stout field of 41 Comp Cams Super Dirt Series entries, Dillard secured his spot into the A-Main with a 10-lap heat race victory. Overtaking Payton Looney for the lead after a late-race restart, Cade built a 0.824 second margin in the remaining six laps to capture his fifth win of the season and a $3,500 payday. Looney, Colton Horner, John Whittington, and Timothy Culp trailed him to the checkers in the 30-lap affair.
During the same night in the Open Wheel Modified ranks, Cade secured his spot into the main event on Saturday evening with a heat race win from the sixth-starting spot.
 On Saturday night in his Super Late Model, Dillard gained one spot in his heat to pick up the victory. Starting the $7,000-to-win finale in the second position, Cade raced in a podium position throughout the finale before crossing the finish line in the runner-up spot behind Chris Brown with Timothy Culp, John Whittington, and Payton Looney rounding out the Top-5.
In the Modified main event, Cade rocketed from the second-starting position to record his sixth win of the season in the feature, topping Terry Phillips, Chris Henigan, Chad Wheeler, and Tyler Stevens at the line. He earned a $4,000 payday for his efforts.
For more information on the races, please visit www.CompDirt.com and www.TexasMotorSpeedway.com.
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September 1, 2019 - Top 5 Finish in Rain-Shortened Feature at I-96 Speedway |
 On Thursday night Cade Dillard returned with the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series at I-96 Speedway (Lake Odessa, Michigan). In a field of 26 cars, Dillard recorded the second fastest time in his qualifying group before placing 2nd in his heat behind Chase Junghans. Starting the opening night feature in 6th, Cade gained one spot in the rain-shortened 24-lapper scoring a 5th place finish behind Brandon Sheppard, Chase Junghans Frank Heckenast Jr., and Darrell Lanigan.
The following night at Sharon Speedway (Hartford, Ohio) for the opening round of the Battle at the Border, Cade posted a 3rd place finish in his heat which positioned him 9th on the starting grid for the $6,000-to-win preliminary feature. Jumping up one spot in the 25-lap affair, Dillard notched an 8th place finish.
On Saturday night, a power failure at the track postponed the event to Sunday but Mother Nature eventually rained out the finale.
Cade remains in seventh in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the race, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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August 23, 2019 - Dillard Dominates Louisiana Late Model Field at ShowTime |
 After Friday night’s Louisiana Late Model Series event at ShowTime Speedway, Cade Dillard was $5,000 richer. The pilot of the S&S Fishing & Rental Inc. No. 97 MB Customs/ Clements Racing Engine Super Late Model surged from the eighth-starting spot to score his fourth victory of the season.
“Well, that win was far from easy,” Dillard laughed after claiming the victory. “I had some really good cars starting in front of me, but this hot rod was on point for the feature, and we got the job done. The $5,000 top prize was really nice, but it was especially great to have so many family and friends there with us. This coming weekend we’re back on the road with the Outlaws, so this was a nice shot in the arm as we get back to the national grind.
“I definitely want to thank all of my great sponsors, especially Shane Sprinkle with S&S Fishing & Rental. He kicked in an additional $3,000 tonight to make this a $5,000-to-win race, and he gives me everything that I need to be successful with my program. Without him and all of my great supporters, there’s no way that I could do this.”
 On Friday night Cade Dillard invaded ShowTime Speedway (Many, Louisiana) for the Louisiana Late Model Racing Series sanctioned program. A sixth-to-third run in his heat race, positioned Dillard eighth on the starting grid for the 40-lap feature.
Biding his time during the early stages of the event, Cade ultimately shot to the lead on lap 22 and never look back on his way to his fourth win of 2019. Cade topped B.J. Robinson, Morgan Bagley, Colton Horner, and Jon Mitchell at the line to pick up the $5,000 payday.
For more information on the race, please visit www.ShowTimeSpeedwayLA.com.
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August 17, 2019 - Top 10 Finish with World of Outlaws at Williams Grove |
Cade Dillard made the trek to Williams Grove Speedway (Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania) on Friday night competing in a field of 30 World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series entries. Edging his way into the opening night feature with a 5th place finish in his heat, Dillard earned the 15th-starting position for the show. Breaking into the Top-10, Cade gained five spots reeling in a 10th place finish.
On Saturday evening at Port Royal Speedway (Port Royal, Pennsylvania), Cade recorded the fourth fastest time in his group before placing 5th in his heat. Starting the $10,000-to-win A-Main in 16th, Dillard improved three spots reeling in a 13th place outing.
Sunday night’s event at Eriez Speedway (Erie, Pennsylvania was rained out by Mother Nature.
Cade sits in seventh in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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August 3, 2019 - Dillard Leads First 60 Laps of USA Nationals, Finishes 13th |
Monday night saw Cade Dillard return with the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series at Plymouth Dirt Track (Plymouth, Wisconsin). With 33 cars on hand, Dillard scored a 3rd place finish in his heat which positioned him 12th on the starting gird for the opening night feature. Coming one spot shy of a Top-5 finish, Cade improved six spots to place 6th.
 The following night at Shawano Speedway (Shawano, Wisconsin) for the Sundrop Shootout, Cade jumped up one spot in his heat scoring a 2nd place finish behind Boom Briggs. Starting the $10,000-to-win A-Main in 5th, Dillard dropped one spot logging a 6th place finish. (Todd Boyd photo)
 On Thursday night Dillard headed to Cedar Lake Speedway (New Richmond, Wisconsin) kicking off the 32nd annual USA Nationals. Drawing 45 cars for the $6,000-to-win preliminary feature, Cade edged his way into the show with the 4th and final transfer spot in his heat. Rolling off 16th, Cade Dillard held his spot for all 30-laps logging a 16th place outing.
 Returning on Friday afternoon for two rounds of heat races, Dillard held his spot for all 12-laps of his first round to place 2nd behind Dennis Erb. Passing four cars in his second heat, Cade reeled in a 4th place finish which positioned him 8th overall in total passing points. Starting on the front row of the USA Nationals Pole Dash, Cade Dillard scored a runner-up finish behind Tyler Erb which locked his spot into the Saturday night’s finale. (Jacy Norgaard photo)
With $50,000 on the line, Cade jumped into the lead on the opening lap and held the top spot for the first 60 circuits. Fading outside the Top 10 in the remaining distance, Cade Dillard registered a 13th place finish in the 100-lap affair.
Cade remains in seventh in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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July 24, 2019 - Dillard Lands Podium Finish at Davenport Speedway |
 Cade Dillard followed the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series to Davenport Speedway (Davenport, Iowa) on Wednesday night competing in a field of 25 cars. After posting the eighth fastest lap overall in time trials, Dillard scored a 3rd place finish in his heat locking his spot into the A-Main. With $10,000 on the line, Cade passed five cars to place 3rd behind Jimmy Owens and Brandon Sheppard with Shane Clanton and Chase Junghans rounding out the Top-5. (Jim DenHamer photo)
After a scheduled off day on Thursday, Cade was one of 72 World of Outlaw entries on hand at Fairbury Speedway (Fairbury, Illinois) on Friday for the 30th annual Prairie Dirt Classic. Recording the fifth fastest time in his group, Dillard earned the 3rd-starting position for the preliminary feature. With $2,500 on the line, Cade Dillard was an early retiree from the 25-lapper which motor issues.
For the final night of the Prairie Dirt Classic on Saturday, Dillard was able to get a back-up motor in his car and elected to use a provisional into the $30,000-to-win finale. Rolling off 23rd, Cade Dillard passed 11 cars in the 100-lap affair reeling in a 12th place finish.
Cade has climbed to seventh in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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July 14, 2019 - Pair of Top 5 Finishes with World of Outlaws |
 As the season progresses into its second half, Louisiana’s Cade Dillard is starting to hit his stride in his S&S Fishing & Rental Inc. No. 97 MB Customs/ Clements Racing Engine Super Late Model. (Tom Krob photo)
Last week he raced to a trio of Top-10 runs with the World of Outlaws (WoO) Morton Buildings Late Model Series. Included in his performances were a pair of Top-5 finishes, which marked his best series finishes to date.
“This national tour grind with the World of Outlaws is tough, and I’ll admit we struggled a little more than I thought we would starting out. However, we’ve made some major gains with the car, and I’m getting more comfortable every time that we hit the track,” Dillard noted.
“I want to thank my family, my team, my sponsors, and all of my fans for all of their support. I couldn’t do this without each-and-every one of them. Our team is going to enjoy an off weekend at home this week before hitting the road to Fairbury next week.”
On Tuesday night Cade Dillard resumed action with the World of Outlaws (WoO) Morton Buildings Late Model Series as the tour thundered into ABC Raceway (Ashland, Wisconsin) for the Red’s Auto Badgerland 50. Finishing second in his heat race behind Brandon Sheppard, Dillard earned the fifth-starting position for the $10,000-to-win A-Main. Holding his spot throughout the 50 lapper, Cade scored a fifth-place finish behind Sheppard, Shane Clanton, Ricky Weiss, and Jimmy Mars.
On Friday night at River Cities Speedway (Grand Forks, North Dakota), Cade recorded a third-place finish in his heat race, which positioned him seventh on the starting grid for the feature. Falling short of a Top-10 finish, Dillard was only able to manage a 17th-place run.
 The following night at Ogilvie Raceway (Ogilvie, Minnesota), Dillard locked his spot into the $10,000-to-win A-Main with a third-place finish in his heat race. Starting the feature in the eighth position, Cade raced in the Top 10 throughout the 50 lapper before crossing the finish line in the ninth position. (Jacy Norgaard photo)
Wrapping up the four-day swing with the World of Outlaws, Cade stopped at Red Cedar Speedway (Menomonie, Wisconsin) on Sunday evening. Following a second-place finish in his heat behind Brandon Sheppard, Dillard advanced one position in the 50-lap feature to record a fifth-place finish behind Chase Junghans, Shane Clanton, Ricky Weiss, and Brandon Sheppard.
Cade remains in eighth in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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July 7, 2019 - Dillard Tops Dirt Kings Tour Stop at Eagle Valley |
 Following the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series, Cade Dillard traveled to Independence Motor Speedway (Independence, Iowa) on Friday night for the $10,000 top prize. Holding his spot in his heat, Dillard scored a 4th place finish locking him into the opening night feature. Jumping up one spot in the 50-lap affair, Cade scored a 10th place finish. (Mike Ruefer photo)
 On Saturday night at Deer Creek Speedway (Spring Valley, Minnesota) for the Gopher 50, Cade secured his spot into the $10,000-to-win finale with the 6th and final transfer position in his heat race. Rolling off 18th, Dillard improved five spots to place 13th.
 On Sunday Dillard stopped at Eagle Valley Speedway (Jim Falls, Wisconsin) for the DiscountShopTowels.com Dirt Kings Tour sanctioned Independence Day Bash. In a field of 22 cars, Cade started the night off with a heat race victory which positioned him 3rd on the starting grid for the A-Main. Sliding pass A.J. Diemel amid lapped-traffic, Cade Dillard went on to pick up his third win of the season over Chad Mahder, Diemel, Ron Berna, and Brett Swedberg. He earned a $3,000 payday. (Katelynn Shultz photo)
Cade sits in ninth in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com and www.DirtKingsTour.com.
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June 28, 2019 - Top 10 Finish in Hell Tour at Brownstown Speedway |
Tuesday night saw Cade Dillard in action at Tri-City Speedway (Granite City, Illinois) for the fifth round of the rain-soaked DIRTcar Summer Nationals Hell Tour. After coming one spot shy of a transfer position in his heat with a 5th place finish, Cade scored a 2nd place finish in his B-Main behind Chase Junghans which positioned him 18th on the starting grid for the $7,500-to-win A-Main. Dropping three spots in the 50-lapper, Dillard logged a 21st place outing.
 On Thursday night Dillard followed the Hell Tour to Brownstown Speedway (Brownstown, Indiana) for the $5,000 top prize. In a field of 44 cars, Dillard laid down the third fastest lap in his time trial group before streaking to a 10-lap heat race victory. Earning the pole position for the A-Main, Cade led the first 17 circuits until losing the top spot to Mike Marlar amid lapped traffic. He went on to place 7th in the remaining 23 laps. (Jeremy Rhoades photo)
The following night, Dillard headed to Terra Haute Action Track (Terra Haute, Indiana) for the event co-sanctioned with the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series. Coming in 5th in his heat race, Cade locked into the 14th-starting position for the A-Main. With $10,000 on the line, Cade Dillard jumped up two positions reeling in a 12th place finish.
Cade jumped up to eighth in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.HellTour.com and www.WoOLMS.com.
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June 22, 2019 - Dillard Follows Outlaws to Lernerville for Firecracker 100 |
After Mother Nature wiped out Thursday’s opener, Cade Dillard invaded Lernerville Speedway (Sarver, Pennsylvania) on Friday night for the 13th annual Firecracker 100. In a field of 43 World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series entries, Dillard fell one spot short of a transfer spot in his heat with a 5th place finish. Coming in 2nd in his B-Main behind Dale McDowell, Cade earned the 20th-starting position for the $6,000-to-win preliminary feature. Gaining two spots in the 30-lap affair, Dillard logged an 18th place outing.
Returning on Friday, Cade posted a 9th place finish in his heat before placing 13th in his B-Main. Relying on a provisional into the $30,000-to-win finale, Dillard gained five spots in the 100-lapper to place 22nd.
Cade remains in ninth in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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June 4, 2019 - Top 5 Finish in USMTS Action at Superbowl Speedway |
 Cade Dillard hopped behind the wheel of his Open Wheel Modified on Tuesday evening for the United States Modified Touring Series (USMTS) sanctioned event at Superbowl Speedway (Greenville, Texas). After starting the night off with an 8-lap heat race victory, Dillard jumped up one spot in the feature to place 4th behind Ryan Gustin, Jake O’Neil, and Rodney Sanders with Terry Phillips coming in 5th.
For more information on the races, please visit www.USMTS.com.
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June 1, 2019 - 11th Place Finish with World of Outlaws at Cochran |
 On Thursday night Cade Dillard invaded Magnolia Motor Speedway (Columbus, Mississippi) for the opening night of the Geico Clash at the Mag. In a field of 39 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series (LOLMDS) entries, Dillard edged his way into the A-Main with the 4th and final transfer spot in his heat. Rolling off 16th, Cade jumped up three spots to place 13th.
 The following night brought Dillard to Cochran Motor Speedway (Cochran, Georgia) kicking off the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series doubleheader. In a field of 22 cars, Cade logged 7th place finish in his heat which positioned him 19th on the starting grid for the A-Main. With $10,000 on the line, Dillard passed eight cars in the 50-lapper reeling in an 11th place finish. (Blake Harris photo)
On Saturday at Lancaster Speedway (Lancaster, South Carolina), Dillard recorded a 3rd place finish in his heat which positioned him 11th on the starting grid for the $10,000-to-win finale. After battling for a Top-10 finish in the first half of the race, Cade pitted during a lap-20 caution that dropped him back to a 17th place outing.
For more information on the races, please visit www.LucasDirt.com.
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May 25, 2019 - Cade Dillard Retires Early From La Late Model Event at Thunder Valley |
Cade Dillard was one of 18 Louisiana Late Model Series entries signed in at Thunder Valley Speedway (Glenmora, Louisiana) on Saturday night for the $2,000 top prize. Earning the 15th-starting position for the A-Main via preliminary events, Cade dropped one spot to place 16th.
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May 18, 2019 - Dillard Lands 6th Place Finish With Outlaws at Wayne County |
After losing Friday’s opener at Muskingum County Speedway (Zanesville, Ohio), Cade Dillard followed the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series to Wayne County Speedway (Orrville, Ohio) on Saturday for the $10,000 top prize. In a field of 31 cars, Cade registered the fourth fastest time overall in qualifying before placing 2nd in his heat behind Brandon Sheppard. Starting the main event in 5th, Dillard dropped one spot in the 50-lapper notching a 6th place finish.
Cade has jumped up to ninth in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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May 3, 2019 - Cade Dillard Follows Outlaws to Cherokee Speedway |
On Friday night Cade Dillard was one of 37 World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series entries signed in at Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, South Carolina) for the $10,000 top prize. After coming in 6th in his heat, Dillard logged a 6th place finish in his B-Main forcing him to rely on a provisional into the opening night feature. Rolling off 26th, Cade passed nine cars in the 50-lapper to place 17th.
Saturday’s event at Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, Georgia) fell victim to Mother Nature.
Cade sits in 12th in the latest World of Outlaws point standings. For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com.
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April 26, 2019 - Dillard Captures LA Late Model Series Opener at Showtime |
 Cade Dillard celebrated his 28th birthday a few days early. In fact, he did so three days early with a $2,000 triumph on Friday night at ShowTime Speedway in his S&S Fishing & Rental Inc. No. 97 MB Customs/ Clements Racing Engine Super Late Model.
The victory came with the Louisiana Late Model Series and was his second of the year.
“It was a perfect night for us all the way around,” said Dillard, who is officially celebrating his 28th birthday this Monday. “Not only did we get the win, but I was able to celebrate with a lot of friends and family. Plus, it was really nice to be racing just a few miles from the house and to get to sleep in my own bed after the races. We rarely get to do that anymore.
“It was a really busy week for our team because we drove to Wisconsin to pick up our new MB Customs Race Car, and then we hightailed it back home so that we could run the event at Show Time Speedway. Hats off to my crew for their hard work this week. Also, I’d like to say a special thanks to everyone, who supports our program.”
Cade Dillard was one of 19 Super Late Model pilots registered at ShowTime Speedway (Many, Louisiana) on Friday night for the Louisiana Late Model Series season-opener. Earning the pole position for the A-Main via preliminary events, Dillard outran Morgan Bagley to pick up his second win of the season and a $2,000 payday. Bagley, Jon Mitchell, Brett Frazier, and Robbie Stuart trailed him to the checkers.
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April 12, 2019 - Pair of Runner-up Finishes in Cajun Clash Preliminaries; Mother Nature Wins Saturday's Finale |
Thursday night saw Cade Dillard hop behind the wheel of his S&S Fishing & Rental Inc. No. 97 MB Customs Open Wheel Modified entry for the seventh annual Cajun Clash at Ark-La-Tex Speedway (Vivian, Louisiana). In a field of 44 United States Modified Touring Series (USMTS) entries, Dillard secured his spot into the opening night feature with an 8-lap heat race victory. Starting an 8th, Cade slowly worked his way to the front and challenged race-long leader Rodney Sanders for the top spot in the closing laps but came up short to place 2nd behind Sanders. Lucas Schott, Zack VanderBeek, and Ryan Gustin completed the Top-5 finishers in the 40-lap affair.
 The following night, Dillard cruised to a heat race victory positioning him 6th on the starting grid for the $3,000-to-win A-Main. Wheeling his way into a podium spot, Cade jumped up four positions notching a runner-up finish behind Hunter Marriott with Chris Henigan, Ryan Gustin, and Lucas Schott rounding out the Top-5.
With possible tornadoes and rain in the forecast, Saturday’s $5,000-to-win finale fell victim to Mother Nature.
For more information on the races, please visit www.USMTS.com.
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April 6, 2019 - 15th Place Finish in Illini 100 Opener at Farmer City Raceway |
Cade Dillard followed the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series to Farmer City Raceway (Farmer City, Illinois) on Friday night for the 12th annual Illini 100 presented by Douglas Dodge. After holding his spot in his heat to place 6th, Dillard gained four spots in his B-Main reeling in a 2nd place finish behind Blake Spencer. Earning the 19th-starting position for the opening night feature, Cade jumped up four spots notching a 15th place finish.
Returning on Saturday night, Cade grabbed the 4th and final transfer spot in his heat positioning him 13th on the starting grid for the $15,000-to-win finale. After bringing out a caution on lap-20, Dillard got caught behind a wreck ten laps later that eliminated him from the 75-lapper. He was credited with a 24th place outing.
Sunday's plans to compete in United States Modified Touring Series (USMTS) event at Magnolia Motor Speedway (Columbus, MS) fell to Mother Nature.
For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com. |
March 23, 2019 - Dillard Follows World of Outlaws to Duck River and Smoky Mountain |
Friday night found Cade Dillard in action at Duck River Raceway Park (Wheel, Tennessee) for the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series sanctioned program. In a field of 37 cars, Dillard followed up a 7th place finish in his heat with a runner-up finish in his B-Main behind Brent Larson. Starting the opening night feature in 20th, Dillard improved four spots to place 16th.
 The following night at Smoky Mountain Speedway (Maryville, Tennessee), Cade came in 13th fastest in his qualifying group before placing 5th in his heat. Transferring into the B-Main, Dillard grabbed the 3rd and final transfer spot positioning him 21st on the starting grid for the $10,000-to-win finale. Passing six cars in the 60-lap affair, Cade Dillard posted a 15th place outing. (Thomas Hendrickson photo)
For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com. |
March 14, 2019 - "The Thriller" Launches New Cyber Home |
 Cade Dillard from Robeline, Louisiana is the newest addition to the MSR Mafia team and has launched a brand-new website at www.CadeDillard.com.
The driver, who is known as "The Thriller," recently embarked on his 15th year of competition in his S&S Fishing & Rental Inc. No. 97 MB Customs/ Clements Racing Engine Super Late Model. For 2019 he is tackling the World of Outlaws (WoO) Morton Buildings Late Model Series in pursuit of the Rookie of the Year Title.
Early into the 2019 season he's currently third in the rookie points. He'll return to action on March 22-23 with a pair of WoO events at Duck River Raceway Park (Wheel, Tennessee) and Smoky Mountain Speedway (Maryville, Tennessee).
For more information on the races, please visit www.WoOLMS.com. |
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