Huset's Speedway set to open May 9, but without Tommy Barber
The racing season at Huset’s Speedway is scheduled to begin on May 9, and for the first time in a long time, there won’t be a Barber on the grid. Brandon native sprint car driver Tommy Barber, son of longtime driver Marty Barber, announced his retirement — sort of — during the offseason. Marty began racing at Huset’s in 1975 and over his 25-year career, the now 62-year-old won seven track championships in the Street Stock division and is fourth all-time in career wins with 52. Tommy was quick to follow his father’s path and began racing as a 15-year-old sophomore at Brandon Vall...
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