Picture at Peoria Speedway

Ronald Cusack

#8

Ronald Cusack drives the #8 Modified Class car.  His home track is Peoria Speedway but he can also be found racing at Lincoln, Macomb, and Aledo.  He lives in Brimfield, IL.  People who help Ron are:  Mike Cusack, Randy Cusack and John Travers.

Ron started racing in 1957 in the Stock Class at Mt. Hawley because his father was a track welder.  His first win was in 1958 in the Stock Class at Mt. Hawley.  Career highlights include Peoria Old Timers Hall of Fame, he raced at Eldora Speedway, Top 8 in Late Model UMP Points at Spoonriver Speedway.

The thrill of racing for Ronald is the fans cheering for their driver.  His most exciting racing moment was finishing 8th in the Springfield Mile Feature.  He's most proud of having all of his family in racing. 

Ronald's racing hero is Ken Schrader.

Of racing, Ron says, "Racing has to be fun for it sure isn't for money!".

His favorite racing website is www.stlracing.com