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MEDIA/PRESS
INFORMATION

Welcome to the Kingsport Speedway Media Suite
From this page you can keep up with any updates from Kingsport Speedway Media as well as apply for credentials, join the mailing list, and view our Media Guide and rules
JOIN THE MEDIA MAILING LIST
***COMING 2027***
If you can't cover the track in person. Feel free to join our media mailing list. Results, press releases, news and more will be sent to you directly from us. (Different from fan mailing list)
We hope you enjoy your time at the Concrete Jungle. And we greatly thank you for your support and coverage. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Media Team.
Official Kingsport Speedway Dateline - Kingsport, Tenn.
Official Kingsport Speedway Address - 2961 N. John B Dennis hwy, Kingsport TN, 37660


We can't thank fans, drivers and everyone around us enough for their support. We couldn't be more thrilled at how our first 2 seasons as a program/department have played out. We haven't been perfect, we've probably stirred things up that we shouldn't have. With that, we've achieved millions of views, introduced 3 new social platforms that have garnered nearly 2,000 combined followers already, and the revival and rejuvenation of kingsportspeedway.net. It has been more than we could ever ask for; it's mainly been 2 to 3 people with day jobs and other conflicts and commitments making the best of our time as possible, but why stop where we're at?
In the modern sports media landscape; it isn't enough to just have a presence, or be consistent. You have to bring an edge, present something that sets you and your brand apart from the rest of the field. And that's what we want to do, push the envelope and go beyond in quality, marketing, presentation, and production than what is expected at the grassroots level of auto racing. We can't achieve those goal and aspirations without help, and other passionate like minded people. The first 2 seasons of Kingsport Speedway Media have been special, but we're just getting started! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you
-Jakob Buckles, Kingsport Speedway Head Of Media
With that being said;
A Letter from your Head of Media: Kingsport Speedway Media is now looking beyond the 2026 season.
***KINGSPORT SPEEDWAY MEDIA IS LOOKING FOR PAID AND VOLUNTEER POSITIONS STARTING IN 2027***
If you love sports and/or auto racing and want to learn sports media or social media management in a low stress environment. We want YOU to join us at the Concrete Jungle
Positions, any potential pay, and contact info will be announced during the offseason so check back on this page and on social media when that information becomes available.

MEDIA SERVICES AND CREDENTIALS
Kingsport Speedway has an open door policy to our traditional local media outlets (including, but not limited to: WCYB-TV, WJHL-TV, Kingsport Tiimes News, Johnson City Press.) As well as our friends in non - traditional media; PRN At The Track, Deez Lug Nutz Podcast, and Track Chat Live
Any prospecting media outlets, social media outlets, photographers, videographers and etc... Will need to apply for media access via the google form below in order to be granted access
Whether open door or granted access via application. We ask all of our media partners to email Head Of Media Jakob Buckles (jakobbuckles7@gmail.com) at least 48 hours before the start time of the event they wish to cover *schedule*. If you haven't received a response 24 hours before event start time, you may reach out to the track directly at racekingsport@outlook.com or by phone at
(423) 288 - 5992
*NOTE: If you are a media admin, photographer, videographer etc.. for a individual driver or team. Due to insurance reasons out of the media team's control. You will not be allowed a free media credential. You will have to purchase a standard pit pass. All media rules apply to you as well!
For our media members. Kingsport Speedway offers access to our infield concessions and restrooms. As well as the 2nd floor of our tower and Wi-Fi access for writers on deadline and in the case of inclement weather. We will try our best to accommodate our media members to the best of our ability.
Live Timing and Scoring can be found with RaceMonitor or the MyRacePass Premium subscription.
View our Media Guide HERE (Currently being refreshed)
View Rules and Procedures HERE (Coming 2027)
APPLY FOR MEDIA ACCESS HERE (Coming 2027)
Contact:
Media Team Email: kingsportspeedwaymedia@gmail.com
Jakob Buckles - (423) 384 - 0142 | jakobbuckles7@gmail.com
Tim Ableseth - (276) 285 - 7590
EST. 1965
2961 N John B. Dennis hwy, Kingsport TN, 37660
Social Media: @kingsportspeedway (except on Twitter/X: @KPspeedway)

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