Press Release - April 12, 2009 For Immediate Release
Press Release - April 12, 2009 For Immediate Release
Women Drag Racers team up to provide a day at the races for the troops and their families. Partnering with track owners, sponsors and charities, troops are able to experience drag racing from the drivers perspective.
Ladies of the NHRA Host Troops in Dallas
Ennis, TX. - Four women racers gave thanks to some 4000 US Military troops and their families at last weekend's NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event held at the Texas Motorplex in Ennis, TX across April 3-5.
Tina Stull (Super Comp) and the Harker Twins (Alcohol Dragster), were honored with an invitation to visit the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in Fort Worth, TX. Prior to the race "Team Troops" were featured celebrities at the base and were given a private tour getting to meet the Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the US Military, all the while, passing out tickets donated by the Texas Motorplex.
"It was such an honor to be invited to NASJRB Ft Worth" comments Diana "We had an amazing time and would like to thank all who worked hard to organize the day for us and most importantly, Thank You to the troops!"
Tina Stull, Kate and Diana Harker, and Peggy Llewellyn aka Team Troops, joined forces at the track to host the troops and their families. The women utilize their pit space to allow troops to experience racing from the racers vantage point.
"For many of the troops returning from deployment, this is the first high adrenaline experience that they can share with their families. It is not only a healing experience for many but also one that is bonding for the family as a whole" says Stull.
The US Navy supplied tents became home base for the troops, giving them a place to hang out and relax, interact with drivers and crew, learn about the different racecars, and review different materials and programs providing support to Military members. .
This weekend's event ended suddenly for Tina Stull, losing 2nd round with a blown up engine. Peggy joined division four favorite, Lynn Nickerson up in the PA booth for commentary to track audiences. In the meantime, the Aussie twins wrenched hard on their fathers Top Alcohol Funny to win the prestigious 'Wally' trophy.
The women of Team Troops are looking forward to continuing on the NHRA schedule to show their thanks to many more troops and their families. Team Troops welcomes donations and support from individuals and company's who would like to become involved with this exciting program.
Team Troops would personally like to thank the following companies for their role in making the event possible : Welcome Home Troops, Rush Racing Products, La King Confectionery, Military Ministries, Interstate Batteries, Slim Pickens Quality Meats, US Navy recruiters, OSU tours, Earl Henslin Associates and Mac Tools.
The next Team Troops event will be the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event held at Houston Raceway Park across May 15-17.
US Military can request Tickets through www.tinastullracing.com
Tina Stull - www.tinastullracing.com
Tina Stull Racing
NHRA Lucas Oil Sportsman Series
Super Comp / Top Dragster
Career Best Time: 6.99 seconds at 194 mph
Tina has proven she knows how to win rounds and in 2009 will be competing at various NHRA events in her super comp and top dragster. Tina reaches speeds in excess of 165mph and covers the quarter mile in less than 8.90 seconds. Combining her passion for driving fast, marketing and charitable giving, Tina is a confident, motivated and driven individual who understands the value of sponsors, media, fans and supporters. Tina is a notable celebrity within the NHRA and the South Central Division series who will continue to make waves for races through her support for US Troops and their families.
Kate and Diana Harker - www.harkertwins.com
KDH Racing
NHRA Lucas Oil Sportsman Series
Top Alcohol Dragster
Kate career best time: 5.22 seconds at 272 mph
Diana career best time: 5.29 seconds at 270 mph
These Australian born twins, Kate and Diana Harker are no strangers to fast cars and reaching speeds in excess of 270mph. These Aussie beauties followed in the footsteps of their famous father, International Top Alcohol Funny Car driver, Steve Harker and joined the NHRA Lucas Oil Top Alcohol Dragster ranks in 2007 and 2008. In their rookie seasons, both young ladies adapted well to their driving duties and have won various events at both the National and Divisional levels. Together they have accomplished many goals both on and off the track and have their sights set on reaching the professional ranks of the NHRA.
Peggy Llewellyn - www.peggyllewellyn.com
2 Wheel Women Racing
NHRA Full Throttle Series
Pro Stock Motorcycle
Career Best Time: 6.928 seconds at 193 mph
Peggy Llewellyn's drag racing roots are firmly planted. She grew up around two wheels; and has been riding motorcycles since she was seven years old. In 2007, Peggy launched her professional career riding the 330+ hp Rush Racing Products Pro Stock Motorcycle. An action packed year saw Peggy win her first NHRA National event, place 4th in the Championship chase and was a recipient of the Full Throttle Award. Peggy's determination, drive and focus will continue to see this amazing talent make her mark in the NHRA Pro Stock Bike class for years to come.
Tina Stull Racing
Tina Stull
tina@tinastullracing.com
KDH Racing
Kate Harker
kate@harkermotorsport.com
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