2006 GNCC Series Round #8 -The Spartan - Sparta, KY - Race Coverage

William Yokley was able to take over the 6th spot when Duane Johnson crashed, but wasn't seriously hurt and returned to the race right behind Yokley.

Brent Sturdivant also found himself a tree, which about ripped off his front bumper as he charged after Yokley and Johnson.

With less than a miles to go, the battle was for the lead between Ballance and Bithell as they darted past lapped traffic through the trees.

Chris Borich had passed Jenks, but was still receiving plenty of Pressure from Jenks for the final Podium spot as they were over 30 seconds behind Ballance and Bithell.

With the checkered flag waving, Bill Ballance claimed his third win of the season and sole control of the Pro Points lead with Chris Bithell charging through the checkered flag right behind him in second place.

Bill Ballance reached back to shack Chris Bithell's hand after an incredible race to the finish.

Chris Borich would hold onto the the final podium position, but he no longer had Jenks behind him as it was now Bryan Cook.

Bryan Cook finishes his best race of the year with a last minute pass on Chris Jenks when he made a mistake trying to pass Chris Borich. Jenks finishes right behind Cook in 5th place after having the last lap fall apart for him, which he understood is just part of racing as sometimes things go your way and other times they don't.

Bill Ballance was greeted at the finish line by his baby girl, Leah, but all the excitement was too much for her, so she took a nap.

Bill's older daugther, Lauren, was going to ride over to the Podium with dad, but she changed her mind just before he took off to the Podium.