RPW Exclusive: 2026 Pre-Season Questions Lebanon Valley Speedway Big Block Modifieds: Eddie Marshall
Column By: Stephen Durham / RPW – WEST LEBANON, NY – Each spring, there comes a time, where all race-fans, drivers, team owners, and track owners are just about ready for the first green flag of the season. With Lebanon Valley’s annual banquet this coming weekend, what’s a better way then talking with the top 10 guys from the DIRTcar big block modified division.
For the seasoned veteran, Eddie Marshall, it was a strong 2025, finishing on a high note at Lebanon Valley Speedway. Marshall closed out the season for the DIRTcar big block modifieds with a win, tying himself for 6th all-time in big block modified wins at Lebanon Valley Speedway. Marshall finished the season 5th in the championship standings, with three top 5s and 12 top 10s to his credit.
Here are Eddie Marshall’s pre-season thoughts as we head into a new season at Lebanon Valley Speedway.
Q: How do you feel the 2025 Season was?
Eddie Marshall: “We had a decent 2025 season. Like most teams, we wanted to be better but it was a step in the right direction.”
Q: What’s new for this upcoming season with your team?
Eddie Marshall: “We are going through what we have and using the same equipment as last year.”
Q: What are your team’s expectations for 2026?
Eddie Marshall: “We want to win races and compete for the points.”
Q: Thoughts on Fonda Speedway and Lebanon Valley working together in 2026?
Eddie Marshall: “I think it should be beneficial to both tracks and fans.”
Q: Thoughts on Lyle Devore and what he meant to the racing in the capital region?
Eddie Marshall: “Lyle was such a great guy and had unmatched passion for the sport. He will be truly missed.”
Q: What part of the 2026 season schedule are you most looking forward to?
Eddie Marshall: “The Super DIRTcar Series. MR DIRT race is one I look forward to the most.”
Q: If you had to predict, who’d you think would be the 2026 champion?
Eddie Marshall: “Hopefully us.”
Lebanon Valley Speedway opens the gates for warm-ups April 4th, with opening night for the DIRTcar big block modifieds being April 25th.
