Wilmette, IL (December 18, 2025)
The Race Track Business Conference has awarded the Alaska Raceway Park the “Outstanding Facility of the Year” award. The plaque was presented by SPEED SPORT at the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show.
“We are incredibly honored to receive the 2025 Race Track Business of the Year award. Alaska Raceway Park is more than a facility — it’s a community built by racers, families, sponsors, staff, and fans who show up every weekend and make this place what it is. This recognition belongs to all of them. We’re proud to represent Alaska on the national stage and grateful for everyone who fuels the passion that drives our success.”, said Michelle Lackey – Lady Track Boss – Alaska Raceway Park.
“Alaska Raceway Park exemplifies everything that is positive and leading the charge on successful operations and promotion.” Said Joe Tripp, SPEED SPORT CEO. “Owner Michelle Lackey is relentless at innovating, learning and leading by example. During the off-season, there’s not a conference or trade show she’s not at — always learning and sharing. And during the race season, she never leaves the track. We are honored to share this well-deserved award with her.”
“Alaska Raceway Park sets the gold standard for racing venues. With mountains towering over the oval track and dragstrip, racers and spectators enjoy the action at the northernmost race track in the US. Alaska Speed Week highlights a comprehensive schedule curated thru the years by the dedication and hard work of the Lackey Family” said Tim Frost the organizer of the event.
The previous award winners were the Indianapolis Motor Speedway – 2013, NCM Motorsports Park – 2014, Daytona International Speedway – 2015, Charlotte Motor Speedway – 2016, Gateway Motorsports Park – 2017, Knoxville Raceway – 2018, M1 Concourse – 2019, Autobahn Country Club – 2021, Crandon International Raceway – 2022, Atlanta Motorsports Park – 2023, and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca – 2024.
About Alaska Raceway Park
Alaska Raceway Park (www.raceak.com) is a multi-purpose motorsports venue featuring a 0.25 mile drag strip and 0.33 mile paved oval. Running under NHRA and NASCAR sanctions, the facility typically runs from weekends featuring an exciting mix of cars and events.
About SPEED SPORT
Tracing its roots to 1934, SPEED SPORT (www.speedsport.com) has become a leading full-service motorsports media company. Its award-winning editorial, digital media and television productions continue to set the standard for accurate, informative news and entertainment. Its 24/7 free live television channel “SPEED SPORT 1”, and its subscription streaming service SPEED SPORT 2, lead the industry in delivering the widest variety of domestic and global motorsports content on most major platforms and devices.
About Race Track Business Conference
The annual Race Track Business Conference (www.racetrackbusinessconference.com) hosted by the National Speedway Directory provides a platform for industry leaders to collaborate, analyze, and conceptualize around the business of motorsports. Shared insights from all forms of racing create dialogue and interaction in a unique intellectual environment.
About Performance Racing Industry
Performance Racing Industry, (www.performanceracing.com) monthly business magazine, is recognized as ”The Voice of Racing Marketplace.” Targeted at the racing trade, PRI connects manufacturers of racing products and technology with the distribution channels of retailers, builders, distributers, and teams. The PRI Show is the world’s largest auto racing trade show.
