Southeast Gassers Association Delays Rumble in Ringgold to June 12-13 at Brainerd

The Southeast Gassers Association postpones The Rumble in Ringgold from May 30 to June 12-13, 2026, at Brainerd Motorsports Park in Georgia, citing an unfavorable forecast and protecting track conditions.

SEGA and Brainerd officials take the decision jointly after monitoring changing models, mirroring recent race date updates across the region. The event remains round three of the 2026 season.

SEGA owner-driver Leslie Horne describes the build‑up as a rollercoaster of forecasts. Risk tolerance is low for a points event, so postponement preserves fairness and show for teams and fans.

Track manager Amy works closely with SEGA to secure an open weekend. Keeping the venue constant minimizes logistics changes and ensures local fans still receive a full program.

Friday, June 12, opens gates at 3 p.m. Eastern. A SEGA‑only test‑and‑tune starts at 5 p.m., giving teams mileage to adapt setups to expected track temperatures.

Saturday, June 13, features qualifying runs from 1 p.m., then eliminations. With points on offer, execution on changing surfaces could reshuffle class orders early in the campaign.

The season then targets Knoxville Dragway on June 27, Rockingham Dragway on August 1, and Farmington Dragway on August 22, building momentum through varied tracks and typical summer conditions.

Greer Dragway hosts September 12. Gulfport Dragway runs a double on October 9‑10. Shadyside Dragway closes October 31, setting up a compact run‑in to decide class titles.

The postponement fits a wider pattern, alongside the recent NHRA SportsNationals postponement. Regional calendars stay fluid, while showcase meetings like the IHRA Triple Crown event sustain fan interest.

SEGA’s objective is unchanged: deliver competitive, well‑run racing. With clearer forecasts and extra preparation time, teams should arrive better primed, and the Ringgold round can meet expectations.

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