Corey Heim wins Team EJP 175 pole at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, leading into Saturday’s highly anticipated NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event. Meanwhile, Mike Christopher Jr. will make his Truck Series debut starting 29th, hoping to improve throughout the race at the Loudon venue.
Heim Secures Top Spot Amid Intense Competition
Corey Heim claimed the pole for the Team EJP 175, setting the fastest time among a field of 36 drivers at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. His strong performance positions him as the favorite entering the race, representing a significant advantage for Team EJP and drawing attention to his consistency in qualifying rounds.
Mike Christopher Jr. Begins Truck Series Journey
Mike Christopher Jr., known for his regular appearances in Stafford Speedway’s SK Modified division, will make his first NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series start from 29th position. Christopher placed 29th in qualifying and 27th in practice out of 36 drivers, underscoring the challenge he faces in his series debut at NHMS.
Reflecting on his performance, Christopher admitted to ongoing adjustments as he adapts to the truck’s dynamics in the corners.
“I don’t really have the speed in it right now. But they’re explaining skew right now and like the feeling of getting into the corner and the thing pitches sideways and the air catches it,”
Christopher said.
“I don’t know. I have all night to think about it and figure out what I can change. … Obviously wish I was better. I have 175 laps to gain trust in it.”
– Mike Christopher Jr., Driver
Double Duty for Christopher in Loudon
In addition to his Craftsman Truck Series debut, Christopher is scheduled to run the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Mohegan Sun 100 at the same track, beginning from 11th place in his first Modified Tour race at Loudon. This busy schedule tests his adaptability and stamina as he competes in two demanding events on the same day.
Looking Ahead to Team EJP 175
With Corey Heim on pole and Mike Christopher Jr. preparing for his inaugural run in the Craftsman Truck Series, Saturday’s Team EJP 175 promises a dramatic mix of emerging talent and seasoned competitors. The event will showcase drivers from across the series, including Justin Bonsignore and Doug Coby, both with their own ambitions at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. As laps unfold, fans can expect a contest shaped by strategy, perseverance, and the quest for victory at Loudon’s storied track.
