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Jason’s Journey: Seeing Myself in the Future

JasonJourneylogo400x300The magical tour I took of the Charlotte Motor Speedway a few weeks ago still has lasting memories.  I was so inspired by the media center, that I want to write about it this week.

It was vast and wide with empty desks and chairs that will be filled by some of the best in the NASCAR media, come race weekend. There I was walking down the aisle, seeing the computer plug-ins and the interview desk. Thinking that I could be here in five years from now, writing, talking, and living my dream. Continue reading

Second Daytona Win Gives Johnson Legendary Status

Jimmie Johnson Wins NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 6, 2013  Photo - Getty Images
Jimmie Johnson Wins NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 6, 2013
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No one has done it since 1982; that is until this past weekend. Sweeping both Daytona races in the same season, Jimmie Johnson broke a 30-year dry spell Saturday night with his win in the Coke Zero 400. Johnson was up front all night and held off his competitors each time they challenged him for the lead. The race was classic Daytona with carnage and nail-biting racing throughout the evening. Restrictor-plate racing doesn’t get any better and this race proved Daytona night racing is fun to watch.

Lap 32 was when Johnson found the front for the first time of the night and he wouldn’t be away from that spot for much more of the race. Continue reading

Sprint Cup Coke Zero 400 Preview

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Daytona’s high banks are legendary as history is worn into them along with memories that last a lifetime. Twice a year when NASCAR rolls in, more skid marks are added, indicating the wildness occurring in the race. More of the crazy Daytona racing that fans adore is returning on Saturday night. The July race is always special and year after year, the excitement is still prevalent. Could more history be engraved this weekend? Anything could happen, so everyone will be watching. It’ll be fast, wild, and hot, because it’s Daytona. Continue reading

Charlotte Motor Speedway: A Clash of Tradition and History Make Up This Gem

myrtle-beach-charlotte-2-401 (1)There are 23 different tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series circuit. Throughout a 36 race season, most fans watch the races at different tracks on their televisions. Many dreaming of going to the track and seeing the monstrous venue for themselves. Certain tracks have a uniqueness that makes fans want to go take in the sights that particular track beholds. For me, that track has always been Charlotte Motor Speedway. Continue reading