Mees Promotions Teams Up with Cory Texter Promotions for Lima Half-Mile Amateur Event

April 20, 2026

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Posted on Behalf of Mees Promotions:

Lima, Ohio (April 20, 2026) - Mees Promotions has partnered with Cory Texter Promotions to bring an exciting amateur showcase to the Lima Half-Mile on Thursday, June 25, kicking off one of the most historic weekends in American Flat Track racing.

Held the day before the legendary Lima Half-Mile Grand National event, this amateur program will give riders a premier opportunity to compete on one of the sport’s most iconic cushion half-mile tracks.

The event will also feature a “Road to AFT” class, where competitors will battle for a coveted top-12 transfer position into Friday’s Grand National Triple event, adding even more intensity and opportunity for rising talent.

This race marks the final Road to AFT event of the 2026 season, making Lima the ultimate proving ground for the next generation of professional riders.

Mees Promotions shared, “We’re excited to keep the amateur event going at Lima and can’t wait to see the pros of the future take on the half-mile.”

Riders can pre-enter now by visiting corytexterpromotions.com.

Fans and competitors alike are encouraged to be part of the action as the road to the pros runs through Lima.

We look forward to seeing everyone on June 25 at Allen County Fairgrounds.

Special thanks to: Drag Specialties, Roof Systems of Dallas, Texas; Flat Work Concrete; Memphis Shades; EBC Brakes; Dunlop; Service Pro; Fairview Ford and Chevy; Motion Pro; LS2 Helmets

Amateur schedule and ticket information for June 25, 2026.

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