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|author=N. McDonald|date=2009-08-08|url=http://www.wheels.ca/Motorsports/article/781293|accessdate=2012-01-24}}</ref> <!-- removed, source does not support this as Vincec's home track -- Mike Vincec <ref>[http://www.canadianracers.com/ckn_news.php?id=3572 ]</ref><ref>[http://www.yorkregion.com/sports/article/574157--big-weekend-for-karter]</ref> --> and [[Daniel Morad]] <ref>{{cite web|title=Stouffville driver wheels to world title|publisher=yorkregion.com|author=M. Hayakawa|date=2010-11-23|url=http://www.yorkregion.com/website/yorkregion/article/907000--stouffville-driver-wheels-to-world-title}accessdate=2012-01-24}}</ref> |
|author=N. McDonald|date=2009-08-08|url=http://www.wheels.ca/Motorsports/article/781293|accessdate=2012-01-24}}</ref> <!-- removed, source does not support this as Vincec's home track -- Mike Vincec <ref>[http://www.canadianracers.com/ckn_news.php?id=3572 ]</ref><ref>[http://www.yorkregion.com/sports/article/574157--big-weekend-for-karter]</ref> --> and [[Daniel Morad]] <ref>{{cite web|title=Stouffville driver wheels to world title|publisher=yorkregion.com|author=M. Hayakawa|date=2010-11-23|url=http://www.yorkregion.com/website/yorkregion/article/907000--stouffville-driver-wheels-to-world-title}accessdate=2012-01-24}}</ref> |
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Goodwood Kartways has been operated by several different groups but owned by Frank Di Leo. Currently Daniel and Marco Di Leo run operations.<ref> |
Goodwood Kartways has been operated by several different groups but owned by Frank Di Leo. Currently Daniel and Marco Di Leo run operations.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorsport.com/kart/news/goodwood-kartways-names-daniel-di-leo-to-staff |title=KART: Goodwood Kartways names Daniel Di Leo to staff | News |publisher=Motorsport.com |date= |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bramptonguardian.com/sports/sports/article/1225108 |title=Rookie racer looking to take the next step |publisher=BramptonGuardian Article |date=2011-10-13 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.racefan.com/Results.asp?TrackID=449&StoryID=210253 |title=WhoWon.com ... The Internet Source for Motorsports News and Information |publisher=Racefan.com |date=2007-01-03 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> Daniel and Marco <ref>{{cite web|author=Flagworld Communications Inc. |url=http://www.flagworld.com/news/?p=47308 |title=– News » Blog Archive » Sofina Foods drivers display great performance in Spain (+photos) |publisher=Flagworld.com |date=2010-11-08 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> are accomplished kart racers.<ref>{{cite web|author=Norris McDonald |url=http://www.thestar.com/comment/columnists/article/153786 |title=Brothers have great talent, but little budget |publisher=thestar.com |date=2006-11-04 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> |
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In 2003 The Sunoco [[Ron Fellows]] Championship Presented by Toronto Wheels was held at Goodwood Kartways where Daniel Di Leo competed in the senior competition.<ref> |
In 2003 The Sunoco [[Ron Fellows]] Championship Presented by Toronto Wheels was held at Goodwood Kartways where Daniel Di Leo competed in the senior competition.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorsport.com/kart/news/srfkc-goodwood-finale-post-race-notes/ |title=KART: SRFKC Goodwood finale post race notes | News |publisher=Motorsport.com |date= |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> In 2005<ref>{{cite web|url=http://insidetracknews.blogspot.com/2005/05/karting-sunoco-ron-fellows-karting.html |title=Inside Track Breaking News Blog: KARTING: Sunoco Ron Fellows Karting Championship presented by Toronto Star Wheels set to 'rock' Goodwood in season opener! |publisher=Insidetracknews.blogspot.com |date=2005-05-12 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> and again in 2007 <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorsport.com/kart/news/srfkc-mike-vincec-stouffville-preview/ |title=KART: SRFKC: Mike Vincec Stouffville preview | News |publisher=Motorsport.com |date= |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> the facility hosted the fourth season opener of the series. |
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In 2009 the facility hosted the Canadian National Karting Championship. A multiple month expansion was performed to improve the quality of the facility to accommodate the karting community. The paddock area was expanded and increased by 50%, 1,200 square foot timing and scoring hut was built adjacent to the track and the track surface underwent reconditioning for a safety upgrade.<ref> |
In 2009 the facility hosted the Canadian National Karting Championship. A multiple month expansion was performed to improve the quality of the facility to accommodate the karting community. The paddock area was expanded and increased by 50%, 1,200 square foot timing and scoring hut was built adjacent to the track and the track surface underwent reconditioning for a safety upgrade.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ekartingnews.ca/news_info.php?n=5101 |title=Canada's Leading Karting Website :: News |publisher=eKartingNews.ca |date=2009-07-20 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> |
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In 2011 Goodwood Kartways hosted the season opener of the 2011 Eastern Canadian Karting Championship.<ref> |
In 2011 Goodwood Kartways hosted the season opener of the 2011 Eastern Canadian Karting Championship.<ref>{{cite web|author=Flagworld Communications Inc. |url=http://www.flagworld.com/news/?p=55643#more-55643 |title=– News » Blog Archive » Eastern Canadian Karting Championship event preview |publisher=Flagworld.com |date=2011-05-06 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> <br /><!-- Deleted image removed: [[File:goodwoodRace.JPG|thumb |alt=Example alt text |ECKC Pre-Final Start]] --> |
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Goodwood Kartways is the home of the non-profit organization Toronto Racing Association of Karters club program and since 2010 the home to SPORTALITY TRAK Championship as well as the Arrive & Drive Canadian Rookie Karting Championship.<ref> |
Goodwood Kartways is the home of the non-profit organization Toronto Racing Association of Karters club program and since 2010 the home to SPORTALITY TRAK Championship as well as the Arrive & Drive Canadian Rookie Karting Championship.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://andersenracingteam.com/newsitem.aspx?id=335 |title=Andersen Racing - News |publisher=Andersenracingteam.com |date= |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> |
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==Race Team== |
==Race Team== |
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The Goodwood Kartways/Intrepid Canada race team represents the facility at both National and International Championships like the Florida Winter Tour, Pan-American Rotax Max Challenge, Eastern Canadian Karting Championship and Canadian National Championships. |
The Goodwood Kartways/Intrepid Canada race team represents the facility at both National and International Championships like the Florida Winter Tour, Pan-American Rotax Max Challenge, Eastern Canadian Karting Championship and Canadian National Championships. |
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The Di Leo family has also recently expanded their affiliation with Intrepid Canada to form Intrepid America.<ref> |
The Di Leo family has also recently expanded their affiliation with Intrepid Canada to form Intrepid America.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.realkarting.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1093:-intrepid-canada-expands-to-form-intrepid-usa&catid=31:general&Itemid=46 |title=Intrepid Canada expands to form Intrepid USA |publisher=Realkarting.com |date=2011-08-10 |accessdate=2012-02-18}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
Revision as of 17:20, 18 February 2012
File:Goodwood kartways.com logo.pdf | |
Location | Stouffville, Ontario, Canada |
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Capacity | Open with limited capacity |
Owner | Frank Di Leo |
Operator | Daniel Di Leo |
Major events | SPORTALITY TRAK Championship The Sunoco Ron Fellows Championship Presented by Toronto Wheels 2009 the Canadian National Karting Championship |
Clockwise Road Course, short track configuration | |
Length | 1.2 (Approximately) km (0.745645 miles) |
Turns | 10 |
Goodwood Kartways is a multiple configuration karting centre located in Stoufville, Ontario, Canada.[1][2] The facility spans 20 acres of land and features one kilometre of racing surface with a 10-turn road course. Since 1994 the facility has been owned and operated by the Di Leo family, brothers Marco and Daniel, father Frank and sister Stefanie.[3][4]
History
The circuit is one of the oldest operating kart racing facility in North America. It has been operational for over 40 years.[5] The race track has groomed Canadian race heroes such as Ron Fellows,[6] Paul Tracy,[7] and Daniel Morad [8]
Goodwood Kartways has been operated by several different groups but owned by Frank Di Leo. Currently Daniel and Marco Di Leo run operations.[9][10][11] Daniel and Marco [12] are accomplished kart racers.[13]
In 2003 The Sunoco Ron Fellows Championship Presented by Toronto Wheels was held at Goodwood Kartways where Daniel Di Leo competed in the senior competition.[14] In 2005[15] and again in 2007 [16] the facility hosted the fourth season opener of the series.
In 2009 the facility hosted the Canadian National Karting Championship. A multiple month expansion was performed to improve the quality of the facility to accommodate the karting community. The paddock area was expanded and increased by 50%, 1,200 square foot timing and scoring hut was built adjacent to the track and the track surface underwent reconditioning for a safety upgrade.[17]
In 2011 Goodwood Kartways hosted the season opener of the 2011 Eastern Canadian Karting Championship.[18]
Goodwood Kartways is the home of the non-profit organization Toronto Racing Association of Karters club program and since 2010 the home to SPORTALITY TRAK Championship as well as the Arrive & Drive Canadian Rookie Karting Championship.[19]
Race Team
The Goodwood Kartways/Intrepid Canada race team represents the facility at both National and International Championships like the Florida Winter Tour, Pan-American Rotax Max Challenge, Eastern Canadian Karting Championship and Canadian National Championships. The Di Leo family has also recently expanded their affiliation with Intrepid Canada to form Intrepid America.[20]
References
- ^ "Goodwood Kartway". North American Motorsports Pages. Retrieved 2012-01-20.
- ^ "Goodwood Kartways". Trackreviewers.com. Retrieved 2012-01-20.
- ^ "Goodwood Kartways / Intrepid Canada". Italiankart.com. Retrieved 2012-01-20.
- ^ Gregm (2005-03-01). "Daniel Di Leo". Inside Track Breaking News Blog. Retrieved 2012-01-20.
- ^ "Goodwood Kartways". SRA Karting. 2009-04-03. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-01-22. Retrieved 2012-01-22.
- ^ "Canadian Karting Championships Awarded to Goodwood Kartways". realkarting.com. 2009-04-07. Retrieved 2012-01-24.
- ^ N. McDonald (2009-08-08). "Racing stars of future face off in kart nationals". Retrieved 2012-01-24.
- ^ M. Hayakawa (2010-11-23). "Stouffville driver wheels to world title". yorkregion.com.
- ^ "KART: Goodwood Kartways names Daniel Di Leo to staff | News". Motorsport.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "Rookie racer looking to take the next step". BramptonGuardian Article. 2011-10-13. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "WhoWon.com ... The Internet Source for Motorsports News and Information". Racefan.com. 2007-01-03. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ Flagworld Communications Inc. (2010-11-08). "– News » Blog Archive » Sofina Foods drivers display great performance in Spain (+photos)". Flagworld.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ Norris McDonald (2006-11-04). "Brothers have great talent, but little budget". thestar.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "KART: SRFKC Goodwood finale post race notes | News". Motorsport.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "Inside Track Breaking News Blog: KARTING: Sunoco Ron Fellows Karting Championship presented by Toronto Star Wheels set to 'rock' Goodwood in season opener!". Insidetracknews.blogspot.com. 2005-05-12. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "KART: SRFKC: Mike Vincec Stouffville preview | News". Motorsport.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "Canada's Leading Karting Website :: News". eKartingNews.ca. 2009-07-20. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ Flagworld Communications Inc. (2011-05-06). "– News » Blog Archive » Eastern Canadian Karting Championship event preview". Flagworld.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "Andersen Racing - News". Andersenracingteam.com. Retrieved 2012-02-18.
- ^ "Intrepid Canada expands to form Intrepid USA". Realkarting.com. 2011-08-10. Retrieved 2012-02-18.