Nearly 300 young racers compete in 87th All-American Soap Box Derby in Akron (photos)

AKRON, Ohio — Nearly 300 boys and girls from across the United States, Canada and Japan converged on Derby Downs in Akron on Saturday for the 87th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby.

Young competitors raced in three divisions – Stock Car, Super Stock and Masters – as they competed for a share of $36,000 in college scholarships from the Bill Speeg Memorial Fund.

Ohio was well represented in the finals, with Ohioans being in four of the six championship races – first through third place…

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