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Diamond Dozen: 12 things to know about 34th annual Show-Me 100 Presented by Ace Doran Hauling and Rigging

ddWHEATLAND, MO. (May 20, 2026) - It’s one of the best weeks of the year in the Dirt Late Model racing world as the crown-jewel season kicks off at the 34th annual Show-Me 100 Presented by Ace Doran Hauling and Rigging at Lucas Oil Speedway.

The three-night event, which culminates with Saturday’s $75,000-to-win, 100-lap main event, is a Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series cornerstone but attracts the best of the best from the national and regional Late Model scene.

That means a big field of cars are headed to south-central Missouri for preliminary nights - Thursday’s Cowboy Classic, a tribute to the late Allen “Cowboy” Chancellor, co-founder and former owner of the MLRA and Friday’s Tribute to Don and Billie Gibson, who started the Show-Me 100 in 1993 as owners of West Plains Motor Speedway.

The Thursday and Friday feature winners collect $10,000. Just as important, drivers accumulate points each of the first two nights toward starting position on Saturday night.

In the event of inclement weather, Sunday, May 24th, will serve as the rain date for Saturday’s finale.

Before the engines fire up, here’s our annual “Diamond Dozen,” 12 things to watch as the Show-Me 100 returns to the Diamond of Dirt Tracks:

Lucas Oil Late Model Series drivers to eye: Hudson O’Neal of Martinsville, Ind., won the High Bank Heist opener at Eagle Speedway in Nebraska before the final two nights of the event were canceled due to rain. The 2021 Show-Me 100 winner leads the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series championship standings, 90 points in front of 2023 Show-Me 100 winner Devin Moran of Dresden, Ohio.

O’Neal and Moran both have a series-best five feature victories in 2026 with third-place Brandon Sheppard of New Berlin, Ohio, picking up three wins. Sheppard trails O’Neal by 165 points.

Pierce looks to go back-to-back: There hasn't been a repeat winner of the Show-Me 100 since Jimmy Owens went back-to-back in 2012 and 2013. Bobby Pierce will attempt to change that.

One year ago, the eighth-starting Pierce gradually moved into contention and took the lead on lap 69 and clung to it the rest of the way, beating Jonathan Davenport and O’Neal to the finish. It was Pierce’s second triumph, going with the one in 2017.

Pierce, of Oakwood, Ill., has nine feature wins this season - the last one May 13 in a World of Outlaws race at Georgetown Speedway in Delaware.

Davenport the one to beat?: Even with O’Neal, Pierce and Moran strong choices, the real favorite is likely Jonathan Davenport, the driver from Blairsville, Ga., who won the race in 2024 to go along with his victory in 2015.

“Superman” certainly lives up to his nickname as Lucas Oil Speedway. He swept both ends of the MLRA Spring Nationals at the track in April, making it 10 feature wins there since the spring of 2023.

“We’ve got a really good notebook here,” Davenport said after this year’s Spring Nationals. “We’ve kind of made it a tradition to bring a car here to get prepared for (the Show-Me 100). This is an awesome facility and we love coming here.”

History lesson: Dirt Late Model Hall of Famer Billy Moyer of Batesville, Ark., won the first two runnings of the Show-Me 100 (1993 and 1994) at West Plains Motor Speedway and has won the event three times. The late Scott Bloomquist record six Show-Me 100 wins, more than anyone else. Don O’Neal (2014) and Hudson O’Neal (2021) are the only father-son duo to win the race.

Jimmy Owens (2011, 2012, 2013) has the most wins since the race moved to Lucas Oil Speedway in 2010.

Show-Me drivers and the Show-Me 100: Terry Phillips of Springfield (1999) and Payton Looney of Republic (2020) are the only Missourians to win their home stat’s biggest race. Tony Jackson Jr. of Lebanon is a possible contender to make it three, along with 22-year-old Dillon McCowan of nearby Hermitage. McCowan is running for Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Rookie of the Year honors the season, and us 14th in points with three top-10 finishes in 19 events. He finished sixth in the 2023 Show-Me 100.

Dramatic finishes rare in recent years: Rarely has the Show-Me 100 come to the wire with a late-race pass determining the winner. Pierce took the lead for good on lap 69 a year ago with Davenport leading all the way in 2024 in a race shortened to 80 laps due to impending rain. The six races prior to 2024 did see the final lead change come on lap 87 or later three times.

Anthem singer on Saturday: Kansas native Travis Marvin will perform the National Anthem during Saturday’s opening ceremonies. Marvin’s high energy, charisma and powerhouse performances have gained thousands of fans and followers. Travis has shared the stage with many of today's biggest country acts, including Aaron Lewis, Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, Dan & Shay, John Rich, Lee Brice, Little Big Town, Craig Morgan, Luke Bryan, Clay Walker, Luke Combs and Cody Johnson.

For all of Marvin’s social media, music and concert information visit http://www.travismarvin.com.

On the undercards: Hickamo Super Stocks will join the Late Models on Friday with O’Reilly USRA Stock Cars set to run on the Saturday program. Saturday’s final night also will include B-Mains plus The Midwest Sheet Metal Show-Me Challenge for the Late Models.

Sponsored by Midwest Sheet Metal owners Chris and Jan Davis, the Challenge will offer non-qualifiers $2,500-to-win with the winner having the option to forfeit the prize money to tag the field in the 100-lap main event.

New configuration in turns 3 and 4: A new wrinkle for the drivers and crews is the change in track configuration that took place during the offseason. The shelf atop turns three and four was removed with banking now extending all the way to the wall.

It’s believed that the change will allow a true cushion and high groove during racing action and qualifying laps. The track record of 14.443 seconds was set by Garrett Alberson of Las Cruses, N.M., on May 24, 2024 before the Don and Billie Gibson program.

Whiteman Commander to serve as Grand Marshal: Colonel Joshua Pope, Commander at the 509th Maintenance Group, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri will serve as Grand Marshal for the second straight Show-Me 100. The Speedway will honor and recognize the military, veterans, and families of fallen military personnel again as part of the Memorial Day weekend.

Bid on a door panel for a great cause: One of the traditions on Show-Me 100 Saturday night since the race moved to Wheatland in 2010 is Ron Mitchell’s door panel silent auction, adjacent to the hillside leading from the main gate to the grandstands.

Mitchell, an Ozarks Area Racers Foundation Hall of Fame photographer, will have around 50 door panels from the Late Model and Modified world on display. His efforts have raised more than $100,000 over the years to benefit the American Cancer Society.

Get tickets in advance, or at the gate: Tickets can be purchased in three-day packages, either in advance by credit card or at the gate. There’s also an “Ultimate Fan Package” available.

Gates and pits open at 4 p.m. each of the first two days with hot laps at 6:30 and racing at 7. On Saturday, pit gates open at 2 p.m. and spectator gates at 4 p.m. Opening ceremonies are scheduled for 6:45.

2026 SHOW-ME 100 ADMISSION:

(Tickets can be purchased in advance online)

3-day Reserved - $100 (cash), $107 (card)

3-day Pit Pass - $145 (cash), $153 (card)

3-day Pit Pass (5 & under) - $30 (cash), $33 (card)

THURSDAY, MAY 21

General Admission

Adults (13 and over) - $30 (cash), $33 (card)

Seniors (62 and over)/Military - $27 (cash), 29.50 (card)

Youth (6-12) - $10 (cash), $12 (card)

5 & Under - Free

Pit Pass - $45 (cash), $49 (card)

Pit Pass (5 and under) - $$10 cash), $12 (card)

FRIDAY, MAY 22

General Admission

Adults (13 and over) - $30 (cash), $33 (card)

Seniors (62 and over)/Military - $27 (cash), $29.50 (card)

Youth (6-12) - $10 (cash), $12 (card)

5 & Under - Free

Pit Pass - $45 (cash), $49 (card)

Pit Pass (5 and under) - $10 (cash) $12 (card)

2-Day Pit Pass - $100 (cash), $107 (card)

2-Day Pit Pass (5 and under) - $20 (cash), $22.25 (card)

SATURDAY, MAY 23

General Admission

Adults (13 and over) - $40 (cash) $44 (card)

Seniors (62 and over)/Military - $37 (cash), $40.50 (card)

Youth (6-12) - $10 (cash), $12 card)

Pit Pass - $50 (cash), $59.50 (card)

Pit Pass (5 and under) - $10 (cash), $12 (card)

Ultimate Fan Package: Lucas Oil Speedway is offering fans a great new way to experience its signature event on the final night. For just $99, fans can purchase the Ultimate Fan Experience, a round-trip bus ride from Cavender's Western Store at Battlefield and US 65 with a 3 p.m. departure that day. Along with the transportation, the price includes a Show-Me 100 suite ticket, a personal suite host and a bird’s eye view of all the racing action.

For information on tickets or camping for any Lucas Oil Speedway event in 2026 contact the speedway at (417) 295-6043 or visit the track website at lucasoilspeedway.com for more information.

A limited number of spots remain and interested fans can contact Admissions Director Nichole McMillan at (417) 295-6043. Cost of food and drink is not included in the price.

Thursday and Friday Purses

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

1. $10,000, 2. $5,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,700, 5. $2,500, 6. $2,300, 7. $2,200, 8. $2,100, 9. $2,050, 10. $2,000, 11. $1,600, 12. $1,400, 13. $1,200, 14. $1,000, 15. $950, 16. $925, 17. $900, 18. $875, 19. $850, 20. $825, 21. $800, 22. $800, 23. $800, 24. $800. Total - $48,575.

Saturday Purses

Midwest Sheet Metal Show-Me Challenge Non-Qualifiers Race:

1. $2,500, 2. $1,250, 3. $750, 4. $600, 5. $500, 6. $475, 7. $450, 8. $425, 9. $400, 10. $375, 11. $350, 12. $325, 13. $300, 14. $275, 15. $250, 16. $250, 17. $250, 18. $250, 19. $250, 20. $250, 21. $250,

2. $250, 23. $250, 24. $250. Total - $11,475

34th Annual Lucas Oil Show-Me 100

1. $75,000, 2. $25,000, 3. $10,000, 4. $9,000, 5. $8,000, 6. $7,000, 7. $6,000, 8. $5,000, 9. $4,500, 10. $4,000, 11. $3,800, 12. $3,700, 13. $3,600, 14. $3,500, 15. $3,400, 16. $3,300, 17. $3,200,18. $3,100,

2. $3,000, 20. $2,900, 21. $2,800, 22. $2,700, 23. $2,600, 24. $2,500, 25. $2,500, 26. $2,500, 27. $2,500. Total - $205,100

Gates and pits open at 4 p.m. each day with hot laps at 6:30 and racing at 7.

For further event information, including more info on tickets and camping for the Show-Me 100 or any event at Lucas Oil Speedway, contact Admissions Director Nichole McMillan at (417) 282-5984 or by email at Nmcmillan@lucasoilspeedway.com.

CONTACT:
Casey Shuman
Lucas Oil Speedway General Manager
Office: (417) 282-5984
Email: CShuman@lucasoilspeedway.com

Lucas Oil Speedway is located at Highways 83 and 54 in Wheatland, Missouri. A campground with shower and bathroom facilities is available. With its entrance located just outside the pit gate, this sprawling scenic camping facility will continue to enhance the racing experience.

For ticket and camping information and everything about the Show-Me 100 event, visit www.LucasOilSpeedway.com for all the information and detailed directions to the speedway or call the Track Hotline at (417) 282-5984.

In addition, fans can get social with Lucas Oil Speedway by following @LucasSpeedway on X, clicking "Like" at www.facebook.com/LucasOilSpeedway and on www.youtube.com/LucasOilSpeedway

Complete Lucas Oil Speedway event information, archived race recaps, previews and driver features, along with ticket information and schedules can be found by visiting LucasOilSpeedway.com.

About Lucas Oil Speedway

Lucas Oil Speedway is considered by fans, drivers and industry insiders to be one of the top racing facilities in the nation. Located in Wheatland, Mo., approximately an hour from Springfield and just an hour and a half from the Kansas City metro area, the "Diamond of Dirt Tracks" lives up to its title.

Twenty-One VIP Luxury Suites, HD Jumbo-Tron Screen, Stadium Style Musco Sports Lighting, a Bose Sound System, Go-Kart Slick Track, The Diamond Bar, Track Treasures Gift Shop, the best track food in the country and paved pits are a few of the spectacular amenities setting the Diamond of Dirt apart. This year marks the 12th season for the Liquid Quarter Mile Drag Racing Lake, "Lake Lucas." New for 2017 was all-purpose built Off Road facility featuring a host of regional events.

Lucas Oil Speedway's dirt oval track plays host to some of the largest and most-popular events in the Midwest with national and regional touring series appearing frequently including: The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, United States Modified Touring Series and the High Limit Sprint Racing Series, POWRi Sprint Cars and POWRi WAR Sprints.

In addition to the special events, the Lucas Oil Speedway Weekly Racing Series features the Late Models, USRA Modifieds, USRA Stock Cars, USRA B-Mods and Super Stocks.

2026 Official Lucas Oil Speedway Marketing Partners

Bill Roberts Chevrolet

"The Official Truck" of Lucas Oil Speedway

Iconic Apparel

"The Official Merchandise Provider of Lucas Oil Speedway"

Lucas Oil Products

"The Official Oil" of Lucas Oil Speedway

Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr. Pepper

"The Official Soft Drink" of Lucas Oil Speedway

Rugged Radios

"The Official 2-Way Communications Provider" of Lucas Oil Speedway

Summit Racing Equipment

"The Official Sponsor" of Lucas Oil Speedway

Sunoco Race Fuels

"The Official Fuel" of Lucas Oil Speedway

2026 Lucas Oil Speedway Supporters Include:

AM Pyrotechnics, Alliance Sport Marketing, Arctic Food Equipment, Berry Tractor and Equipment Co., Big Adventure RV, Bill Roberts Chevrolet, Bolivar Auto Sales & Detailing, Bolivar Farmers Exchange-MFA, Boubin Tire/American Racer, Bridal Cave, BWI Sanitation, Candlelight Creations-Dick's Wild Root Horseradish, Casey's, Citizens Memorial Healthcare, City Magnet, Clear Creek Golf Cars, Clearlight Inn, Dixie Chopper, Eibach Springs, Encounter Ministry Inc., FSE Fire Systems, Fast Shafts by Axle Exchange, Foley Equipment-Cat Rental Store, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Henry's Towing Service, Heritage Tractor, Hermitage Lumber, HICKAMO Country Store, Highkine Warren, Hobbytime Motorsports, Iconic Apparel, Impact Signs Awnings Wraps, In the Garden of Eden, Kluhsman Racing Components, Kona Ice, Lucas Cattle Company, MD3, Midwest Sheet Metal, Miller Welding, Missouri Division of Tourism, MyRacePass, Nutrien Ag Solutions, OakStar Bank, O'Bannon Bank, O'Reilly Auto Parts, Outerwears Performance Products, Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr. Pepper, Ozarks Community Health Center, PEM, Pitts Homes, Pitts Realty, Pitts Cattle, RACEceiver, RacinDirt.com, RCR Designs, Real Racing Wheels, Rod End Supply, Rugged Radios, Ryan E. Murphy Law Firm LLC, SBU Athletics, Safety Kleen, Scott Furniture, Sidetrack RV Park, SMSI, Southwest Electric Cooperative, State Tech, Summit Racing Equipment, Sunoco Race Fuels, Super 8 Bolivar Mo., Super Splash, US Army Corps of Engineers-Pomme de Terre, Vietti Marketing Group, WacoBill.com, Wheatland Motel, White's Marine Center, Wieland, Woods Supermarkets.

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