DYSTANY SPURLOCK Makes History With Seventh-Place ARCA East Debut at Hickory

March 30, 2026

• DYSTANY SPURLOCK became the first Black woman to compete in ARCA Menards Series, finishing seventh on the lead lap at Hickory Motor Speedway in her debut with MBM Motorsports’ No. 66 Foxxtecca Chevrolet.
• The unconventional path from motorcycle drag racing delivered: SPURLOCK previously set world records and became the first woman to win Real Street Class in XDA, plus competed in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle category.
• Mid-race battle with defending ARCA East champion Isaac Kitzmiller showcased SPURLOCK’s competitive pace while navigating close-quarters chaos at the one-third-mile short track without incident during the Cook Out 200.
• Partnership with veteran team owner Carl Long provides pathway to Cup Series dream, with second East start scheduled at Rockingham Speedway and potential national series debut looming at Kansas Speedway.

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