On Saturday, May 19, 2018 at the Cleveland Area Soap Box Derby Track, just North of the West Shoreway near W. 49th Street, the Local Championship Races took place.

The winner of the Stock Division was Andrew Sakeagak. The Super Stock Division winner was Kendyll Carsaro. Andrew and Kendyll will advance to Akron, where they will represent Cleveland.

Unless noted, photos by Victoria Shea.

2018 Champion’s Andrew Sakeagak and Kendyll Carsaro. Photo is courtesy of Cleveland Area Soap Box Derby Track Facebook page

Stock Division Winner Andrew Sakeagak. Photo courtesy of Cleveland Area Soap Box Derby Facebook Page

In this photo, a racer prepares for the start of a race

Racers head down the derby track in the race to become local champion.

A racer get’s some last minute help getting settled into their car.

Derby races prep for a race.

Super Stock Division Winner Kendyll Carsaro. Photo courtesy of Cleveland Area Soap Box Derby Facebook Page