Current News
updated 2-26-26
2026 ITPA Pulling Schedule
The tentative 2026 ITPA pulling schedule is now posted as of 2-26-26.
Frank Slifka Passes
Former ITPA modified puller, Frank L. Slifka, 77, of Livingston, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at his residence in Livington, Illinois.
Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Staunton, Illinois.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Staunton, Illinois.
Memorials are suggested to the family. The Williamson Funeral Home, 108 W. Henry Street, Staunton, Illinois 62088 is in charge of arrangements.
Paul Sprock Passes
ITPA 2WD truck puller, Paul Raymond Sprock, 64, of Laddonia, Missouri passed away on February 15, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Bienhoff Funeral Home, 203 W. 5th St., Laddonia, Missouri.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Bienhoff Funeral Home.
Memorials contributions may be made to Laddonia Cemetery or Community Loving Care Hospice and mailed to Bienhoff Funeral Home, P.O. Box 6, Laddonia, Missouri 63352.
ITPA Board Meeting
Rule changes from the December 14, 2025 ITPA Board of Directors meeting are now posted under the Tech Section.
2025 ITPA Awards Banquet
The 2025 Illinois Tractor Pulling Association Awards Banquet was held on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, Illinois. Approximately 300 people were in attendance to honor the 2025 ITPA sponsors, promoters, point winners, special award winners and their families. Over $100,000 in point fund money, Burrus seed, scholarships, jackets, trophies, Stor-Loc tool boxes and door prizes were awarded.
Winner of the $10,000+ Stor-Loc tool box competing membership “pass the envelope game” was Jay Romack.
ITPA special award winners were:
Marc Clifton Memorial Scholarship – Nathan Brammer
Pete Tucker Memorial Scholarship – Evan Zumbahlen
Rookie of the Year – Tucker Casteel
Best Appearing Stock – Nick DeVries
Best Appearing Truck – Jason Brammer
Besst Appearing Modified – Steve Bollinger
Modified Puller of the Year – Glenn McMunn
Stock Puller of the Year – Chris Cain
Mechanic of the Year – Steve Bollinger
Jim Gumm Pulling Ambassador Award – Bernie Platz
Pulling Family of the Year – Steve Bollinger family
Sportsmanship Award- Scott Boehler
ITPA Board Meeting
Rule changes from the November 2, 2025 ITPA Board of Directors meeting are now posted under the Tech Section.
Zone Meetings
Southern Zone Meeting – Sunday, September 7, 2025 – Chris Malick was elected.
Western Zone Meeting – Sunday, September 14, 2025 – 2:00 p.m. – Scott Boehler was re-elected.
Eastern Zone Meeting – Sunday, September 21, 2025 – 2:00 p.m. – Andy Buhr was re-elected.
2025 ITPA Results (go to the top of the ITPA home page under Events)
Results of the ITPA event at the Clinton County Farm Bureau Pull in Carlyle, Illinois on Saturday, September 13, 2025 are now posted.
2025 ITPA Point Standings (go to the top of the home page under Standings)
The 2025 ITPA final point standings are now posted.
ITPA Board Meeting
Rule changes from the March 2, 2025 ITPA Board of Directors meeting are now posted under the Tech Section.
2025 ITPA Pulling Schedule
The 2025 ITPA pulling schedule is now posted. Go to the bottom of the ITPA home page under Events.
ITPA Board Meetings
Rules changes from the December 13 & 15, 2024 ITPA Board of Directors meetings are now posted under the Tech Section.
2024 ITPA Awards Banquet
The 2024 Illinois Tractor Pulling Association Awards Banquet was held on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, Illinois. Approximately 350 people were in attendance to honor the 2024 ITPA sponsors, promoters, point winners, special award winners and their families. Over $110,000 in point fund money, Burrus seed, scholarships, jackets, trophies, Stor-Loc tool boxes and door prizes were awarded.
Winner of the $10,000+ Stor-Loc tool box competing membership “pass the envelope game” was Keith Frueh.
ITPA special award winners were:
Marc Clifton Memorial Scholarship – Brooks Brown
Cadence Insurance Scholarship – Alyssa Cain
Pete Tucker Memorial Scholarship – Ellie Bartling
Fred Mende Memorial Scholarship – Brodie Harms
Rookie of the Year – Toby Mohr
Best Appearing Stock – Chuck Holzwarth
Best Appearing Truck – Jeremy & Misty Nelson
Best Appearing Modified – Steve Hood
Modified Puller of the Year – John Young
Stock Puller of the Year – Chris Schaubert
Mechanic of the Year – Bill Points
Jim Gumm Pulling Ambassador Award – Danny Schnitker
Pulling Family of the Year – Alan Eschmann family
Sportsmanship Award – Ray Gummersheimer
ITPA Board Meeting
Rule changes from the November 3, 2024 ITPA Board of Directors meeting are now posted under the Tech Section.
2024 ITPA Zone Meetings
Southern Zone Meeting – Sunday, September 8, 2024 – 2:00 p.m. – Addieville Community Club, 1/2 block south of Route 160 on West Third Street, Addieville, Illinois. Eli Liske was re-elected for a 3-year term.
Western Zone Meeting – Sunday, September 15, 2024 – 2:00 p.m. – Beer pavilion at Schuyler County Fairgrounds, 200 East Scripps Street, Rushville, Illinois. Kenny Millburg was re-elected for a 3-year term.
Eastern Zone Meeting – Sunday, September 22, 2024 – 2:00 p.m. – Old school building at the I & I Antique Tractor Show grounds, 201 Front Street, Penfield, Illinois. Steve Rich was re-elected for a 3-year term.
2024 ITPA Point Standings (Go to the top of the ITPA home page under Standings)
The 2024 ITPA final point standings are now posted
2024 ITPA Results (Go to the top of the ITPA home page under Events)
Results of the ITPA event at the Clinton County Farm Bureau Pull in Carlyle, Illinois on Saturday, September 14, 2024 are now posted.
ITPA Board Meeting
Rule changes from the March 10, 2024 ITPA Board of Directors meeting are now posted under the Tech Section.
“Thanks”
ITPA would like to thank Rodney Crum of Power and Noise Photo.com for posting live results from the ITPA events.
Thanks again Rodney and your crew for your support of ITPA.
