Bryson Hickman Hustles to $2,000 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Victory at I-75 Raceway

The first points race of the 2026 season for the Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series took place on Thursday night at I-75 Raceway and it was Bryson Hickman emerging victorious to grab the point lead and the $2,000 first place prize money!  Bryson laid down the quickest lap overall during the qualifying session to earn the pole position for the 25-lap main event.  The Ooltewah, Tennessee native then survived a rash of yellow flags during the headliner to officially lead every feature lap.

Fourth-starting Spencer Cranfield advanced to second during the contest and finished a strong runner-up - 0.923 of a second behind the winning car of Hickman.  Outside polesitter Dawson Lowe came home in the third spot, while Davin Cardwell picked up a position to finish fourth at the checkers.  Charles Devine streaked past ten competitors during the A-Main to claim a top five finish and hard charger honors.

A total of 22 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series competitors piled into the pit area at the Sweetwater, Tennessee venue for the program, which was headlined by the Schaeffer’s Oil Spring Nationals Series.  Kyle Courtney went fastest overall during the RaceDay Safety hot lap session, while Bryson Hickman picked up the pace to earn Fast Time honors during Knowles Race Parts and Bodies qualifying.  The entire feature field was set solely through time trials and seven Tuxedo Glass & Mirror caution flags slowed the action during the 25-lapper.

Next up for the Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series will be a trip to Laurens County Speedway in Laurens, South Carolina on Saturday evening, April 18.  A $2,500 winner’s check will be up for grabs for the 602 Late Model stars.  The tour visited Laurens County once last season and Luke Cooper captured the win in the 44th edition of the Shrine Race over Preston Dimsdale, David Smith, Wyatt Coffey, and Jasper Brown.  More information can be found online at www.laurensspeedway.com.

Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series
Round 3 Race Summary
Thursday, April 2, 2026
I-75 Raceway- Sweetwater, Tennessee

Schaeffer’s Oil Feature Finish (25 Laps):
1. (1) Bryson Hickman $2,000
2. (4) Spencer Cranfield $1,000
3. (2) Dawson Lowe $600
4. (5) Davin Cardwell $400
5. (15) Charles Devine $350
6. (10) Shaun Sise $325
7. (8) Camden Randolph $300
8. (7) Cass Fowler $280
9. (13) Spencer Singleton $260
10. (9) Evan Bell $240
11. (16) Jim Gray $220
12. (14) Jonathan McKenzie $200
13. (20) Ryan Clay $175
14. (19) Zane Littleton $165
15. (21) Cooper Twiggs $155
16. (11) Jody Wilson $145
17. (3) Kyle Courtney $135
18. (12) Billy Denby $125
19. (18) John Snow $125
20. (17) Derek Franks $125
21. (6) Hayden Cardwell $125
22. (22) Shannon Helton $125

Entries:  22
Lap Leaders:  Bryson Hickman (Laps 1-25)
Tuxedo Glass & Mirror Cautions:  7
$100 PPM Racing Products Hard Charger Award:  Charles Devine +10 Positions
$100 RaceDay Safety Fastest in Hot Laps Award:  Kyle Courtney
$100 Knowles Race Parts and Bodies Fast Time Award:  Bryson Hickman
$100 Extreme Towing & Recovery Hard Luck Award:  Hayden Cardwell
$100 C&S Auto Electric Long Haul Award:  Evan Bell

RaceDay Safety Hot Laps:
Fast Time Overall:  Kyle Courtney 15.468

Knowles Race Parts and Bodies Time Trials:
Fast Time Overall:  Bryson Hickman 15.415

Full Qualifying Rundown:  1. B01-Bryson Hickman, 15.415[5]; 2. 16-Dawson Lowe, 15.490[12]; 3. 19-Kyle Courtney, 15.503[7]; 4. 9C-Spencer Cranfield, 15.505[1]; 5. 70-Davin Cardwell, 15.579[10]; 6. 17-Hayden Cardwell, 15.609[19]; 7. 9-Cass Fowler, 15.696[3]; 8. 58-Camden Randolph, 15.712[2]; 9. 97-Evan Bell, 15.738[14]; 10. 59-Shaun Sise, 15.741[11]; 11. 5J-Jody Wilson, 15.780[9]; 12. 45-Billy Denby, 15.842[22]; 13. 30S-Spencer Singleton, 15.842[13]; 14. 22-Jonathan McKenzie, 15.856[16]; 15. 116-Charles Devine, 16.040[21]; 16. 47-Jim Gray, 16.094[4]; 17. 42-Derek Franks, 16.122[6]; 18. 369-John Snow, 16.177[20]; 19. 87Z-Zane Littleton, 16.731[8]; 20. 90-Ryan Clay, 16.731[15]; 21. (DQ) 100-Cooper Twiggs, 15.613[17]; 22. (DQ) H31-Shannon Helton, 16.030[18]

2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Point Standings:
1. Bryson Hickman - 200
2. Spencer Cranfield - 196
3. Dawson Lowe - 194
4. Davin Cardwell - 192
5. Charles Devine - 190
6. Shaun Sise - 188
7. Camden Randolph - 186
8. Cass Fowler - 184
9. Spencer Singleton - 182
10. Evan Bell - 180

2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule:
February 6 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - WYATT COFFEY
February 7 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - CODY OVERTON
February 28 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,500 to win - POSTPONED
April 2 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - BRYSON HICKMAN
April 18 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
April 25 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 1 - West Alabama Speedway (Winfield, AL) - $2,000 to win
May 2 - Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, AL) - $2,500 to win
May 23 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 29 - Travelers Rest Speedway (Travelers Rest, SC) - $2,000 to win
June 2 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
June 20 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
July 3 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win
July 4 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $2,500 to win
July 18 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 19 - Toccoa Raceway (Toccoa, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 21 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 24 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 1 - Harris Speedway (Rutherfordton, NC) - $2,000 to win
August 7 - Hartwell Speedway (Hartwell, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 8 - Winder-Barrow Speedway (Winder, GA) - $2,500 to win
September 12 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
October 10 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
October 17 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,500 to win
October 31 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $4,000 to win

The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series would like to thank all of their marketing partners including Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner, American Racer Tires, PPM Racing Products, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Extreme Towing and Recovery, Raceday Safety, Chevrolet Performance, Cruise with the Champions, Smith Motors, Faktor Racing Chassis, Styles Services, Virginia Driveline and Differential, C&S Auto Electric, Billings Brothers Autism Awareness, Cruise with the Champions, Capital Custom Paint, Delph Communications, and Peeping Dragon Photography.  Any questions concerning the series can be pointed to either Walter Tapp at 864-382-9957 or Ray Cook at 828-360-5353.  More information on the tour can be found online at www.RedClaySeries.com.

About Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner:
Schaeffer's Specialized Lubricants:  synthetic motor oils, hydraulic fluids, and diesel fuel additives have achieved a world-class reputation for improving engine performance and fuel economy, but their diverse product line includes all types of industrial lubricants, industrial greases, and industrial oils as well as specialty items like their chain lubes and degreasers.  Founded in 1839, their philosophy is to provide advanced lubricants for improved performance, reliability, and fuel economy. 

From Dallas, Georgia, Mike Bruner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table with a background in equipment sales and operations that spans over two decades.  He has worked with two construction equipment manufacturers and started his own company in 2009, focusing on construction, grading, and hauling.  His company has been a Schaeffer customer for many years, and in 2024, he joined the Schaeffer’s Oil team as a full-time sales representative.  Learn more or connect with Mike by logging onto www.schaefferoil.com/mikebruner.

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