What won the race: Third-starting Dennis Franklin of Gaffney, S.C., won a late duel with outside front-row starter Brandon Overton to grab his second straight victory in a new Longhorn Chassis, notching his 33rd career Carolina Clash victory. Overton's outside pass with three laps remaining was negated by a caution and he settled for second ahead of polesitter Jordy Nipper of Gray, Ga.

Key notes: Franklin, Overton and Nipper battled much of the race. ... Nipper led the first half of the race with Franklin and Overton overtaking him in traffic. ... Wisconsin driver Doug Blashe was a surprise entrant in finishing eighth. ... Ten of 20 starters completed 40 laps. ... The Carolina Clash made first trip to Screven since 2010's visit by the Clash South tour, a series absorbed by its bigger brother.

On the move: Casey Barrow of Savannah, Ga., picked up four positions to finish fourth and earn Safety-Kleen Hard Charger honors.

Winner's sponsors: Franklin's Longhorn Chassis is powered by a Clements Automotive Racing Engine is sponsored by Advanced Electronic Services, AES Racing, C&D Properties and M&W Towing.

Points chase: Unofficially runner-up Brandon Overton moved into the series points lead with 102 points over Dennis Franklin (91), Kyle Pierce (88), Scott Shirey (88) and Johnny Pursley (86).

Car count: 20

Fast qualifier: Jordy Nipper

Time: 14.926 seconds

Polesitter: Jordy Nipper

Next series race: May 10, Volunteer Speedway (Bulls Gap, TN) $4,000