Soapbox Derby

Hall of Famer Jadyn Vogel eyes unprecedented seventh straight Quincy Derby title

June 15, 2022 | By Steve Eighinger

QUINCY — Jadyn Vogel has let the world know her secret. There is no arguing Vogel’s success in the Quincy Derby — formerly known as the Soap Box Derby — has been unparalleled. The 13-year-old enters Saturday’s event with six straight championships in the Stock Division and will be a prohibitive favorite to add to…

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Footprint of Quincy Optimist Club Derby growing larger, officials working with local schools with DigiCar program

April 8, 2022 | By Steve Eighinger

QUINCY — Quincy Optimist Club Derby officials are taking the event to a new — and important — level. Once known as the Soap Box Derby, organizers Ray Wilson and Aiden McDonnell are in the process of helping coordinate an exercise with local grade schoolers that not only introduces them to racing but accents science, technology…

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