What won the race: Riley Hickman of Ooltewah, Tenn., outdueled Randy Weaver of Crossville, Tenn., to earn a $4,000 payday and his first Southern All Star Series victory of 2015 at Talladega Short Track.

Quotable: “This is a race that I’ve always wanted to win,” Hickman said. “Mike (Head) and his entire family are great people, and this race is a great salute to their late son. This victory truly means a lot.”

Key notes: Hickman has 11 victories on the 2015 season between the Super and Crate Late Model divisions. His last came at Duck River Raceway Park on July 11. ... Runner-up finisher Randy Weaver has a series-leading four SAS victories on the season. ... The Michael Head Jr. Memorial honored the late son of long-time Ellenwood, Ga., racer Mike Head.

Winner's sponsors: Hickman's CVR Race Car is powered by a Vic Hill Racing Engine with sponsorship from Hickman Manufacturing, MRC Racing Components, American Billet, Tucker Mobile Home Service, VP Racing Fuels, Allstar Graphics and RH Designs.

Points chase: Entering Saturday's event, Hickman had 598 points to lead Randy Weaver (496) and Dillon Tidmore (488).

Car count: 25

Fast qualifier: Jason Hiett

Heat race winners: Tim Roszell, Todd Morrow

Next series race: August 1, Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) $5,000