ARCA Menards: Brent Crews Secures Pole Position for the Atlas 150 at Iowa Speedway

Let’s talk about Brent Crews, shall we? This 17-year-old racing prodigy is out here grabbing pole positions like it’s his weekly chore, and fans are here for it. Crews just locked down the pole for the Atlas 150 at Iowa Speedway, and if you think it’s a fluke, think again. This isn’t just another weekend at the short track for Crews. It’s a continuation of his rapidly rising ARCA Menards Series story.

With 27 drivers set to hit the 0.875-mile track this Friday night, Crews will lead the pack from the first spot. What makes this even more exciting? It’s his second career pole in both the national and East series, which, in racing terms, is like scoring back-to-back home runs in your rookie MLB season.

A Growing Force in ARCA Racing

If you’re just catching onto the Brent Crews phenomenon, here’s the rundown. Crews recently took home the win at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, combining his ARCA Menards Series and East Series victories. Oh, and did I mention he’s also a full-blown team owner now? Yep, just days ago, he announced the launch of his own NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series team. For most teenagers, a driver’s license is the summer highlight. For Brent Crews, it’s building a motorsports empire.

The Competition Gets Heated

While Brent Crews gears up for domination, don’t sleep on the rest of the lineup. Brenden “Butterbean” Queen, the series points leader, will be right behind Brent Crews in second. They’ve both been performing like they have something to prove, so you already know it’s going to be a battle when the green flag drops.

Third and fourth positions go to Lawless Alan and Lavar Scott, adding even more firepower to Row 2. Oh, and if you’re already gearing up for next-gen gossip, Second Career start Sam Corry will take fifth after a solid debut performance at IRP. Honestly, this race feels more stacked than a pack of Uno cards in a family game night gone rogue.

A Look at What’s Next

For some drivers, the Atlas 150 is more than just another race; it’s a key moment in the ARCA Menards East season. Tyler Reif, currently sitting second in East points, will roll off the grid in 10th, desperately chasing Isaac Kitzmiller’s diminishing lead ahead of the season’s finale.

Between the fierce competition and the fact that this is the penultimate race, Friday night promises plenty of edge-of-your-seat drama. In case you’re wondering, yes, all 27 drivers entered the race. That’s 150 laps of high-octane action fueled by sheer determination and probably more energy drinks than anyone should admit to consuming.

Tune in For the Action

Mark your calendars, set your DVR, or just glue yourself to the couch this Friday at 7 p.m. ET. The Atlas 150 will be live on FOX Sports 1, meaning there’s no excuse to miss Brent Crews potentially adding another pole to his collection. Will Crews continue his dominant streak? Will Butterbean snatch the lead? Or will someone else rise from the pack to steal the spotlight? One thing’s for sure. We’re about to find out.