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Stoneboro, PA — The Homak Penn Ohio Pro Stock Championship Series is set for a high-stakes title showdown this weekend as it rolls into Lernerville Speedway for the annual Steel City Stampede. With both the Touring Series and Weekly Series championships hanging in the balance, the stage is set for a battle featuring former series champions and hungry contenders.

Past Champions’ Hall of Fame

The Homak Penn Ohio Pro Stock Series boasts a rich history of fierce competition and iconic champions. Heading into this season’s finale, the series honors its decorated line of Touring and Weekly titleholders:

• Chris Schneider: 7-Time Champion — Tour (2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2021) | Weekly (2022, 2024)
• Jackson Humanic: 3-Time Tour Champion (2020, 2022, 2025)
• Bobby Whitling: 2-Time Champion — Tour (2017) | Weekly (2025)
• Hunter Exley & Jason Fosnaught: Tour Co-Champions (2019)
• Tyler Dietz: Weekly Champion (2023)
• Josh Seippel: Tour Champion (2024)

Championship Standings Going Into Steel City Stampede

2026 Touring Point Standings

The battle for the Homak Penn Ohio Pro Stock Championship Touring Series title comes down to the wire! Former 3-time champion Jackson Humanic is hungry to capture his 4th career title, but he’s holding onto a razor-thin 12-point lead. Looming right behind him are Brandon Connor and Jake Dietz, tied in second and both desperate to secure their very first series championship. Meanwhile, 2-time champion Bobby Whitling remains well within striking distance, sitting just 16 points out of the lead as he aims for title number three. And don’t count out Jimmy Fosnaught (-17 points) or Dale Tuche (-20 points)—both drivers remain squarely in the title hunt as they seek their inaugural Homak Penn Ohio Championship. With six drivers separated by just 20 points, every lap counts in this epic championship showdown!

2026 Weekly Point Standings

The battle for the Weekly Series point championship is exceptionally tight, with every spot in the top six featuring a driver looking to capture their very first Homak Penn Ohio point championship. With 31 races in the books, Brandon Connor holds the top spot, but he is under pressure with just a 14-point lead over Jason Black. Right behind them are John Boardman (-17 points), Jake Dietz (-19 points), Jake Whitling (-24 points), and Jason Covey (-26 points). Lurking just outside the top five in 7th place is 2-time champion Bobby Whitling, sitting with a 30-point deficit, while Jimmy Fosnaught is right behind him 34 points back from Connor. Rounding out the top 10 are the Koteles brothers, Logan (-42 points) and Cody (-58 points). With the season finale arriving at Lernerville Speedway’s Steel City Stampede, the stakes have never been higher for these title contenders!

About Homak Manufacturing & Series Sponsors

The 2026 Homak Penn Ohio Pro Stock Championship Series is proudly presented by Homak. Globally recognized and professionally trusted since 1947, Homak is the premier provider of top-tier tool storage, heavy-duty workbenches, garage furniture, and gun cabinet security solutions. Explore their complete product lineup at homak.com.

The series extends special thanks to all supporting sponsors who make this championship season possible:

• SAS Transport
• Lias Tire & American Racer
• Close Racing Supply
• Three Rivers Karting
• Animal Graphics and Signs