Lake Race and Shootout Become One
The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout has acquired Lake Race in a profound consolidation of the Midwest powerboat racing scene. The Shootout Board intends to turn Lake Race into a charitable event by tapping its army of 600+ volunteers and organizers that has successfully grown the largest unsanctioned race in the country into a juggernaut of funding for local non-profits, raising $675,000 for Shootout charities in 2023. Effective immediately, LOTO Powerfest/Lake Race will henceforth operate under the authority of the Shootout Board of Directors, along with the direct support of the Shootout’s many devoted volunteers. It is the collective hope of everyone in support of this positive transition to expand and amplify this premier, high-stakes performance boating event while growing it into a profitable, charitable boat race, with proceeds adding to that of the annual Shootout’s each year. “This new transition of Lake Race/LOTO Powerfest to the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is an exciting announcement for us all,” said Lake Race President Tom Abbett of their board’s decision. “We are excited for the Shootout to provide leadership and guidance on the eve of the 11th edition of Lake Race. The incredible possibilities and future growth of this event will allow for an immense impact on the powerboating community and numerous deserving local charities involved. This event just elevated onto the national stage of ‘must attend’ events for racers and spectators alike.” Content is from Lake Expo.
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