How cool would it be to race against the Busch Series winner at Bristol? Martin Truex's No. 8, owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr., drove to victory in Bristol and he will be racing against racing fans at Race for Hope on May 25th. To reserve your tickets to race against Truex and other NASCAR drivers please call 1-877-626-8725.

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NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series driver Jamie McMurray hopes to create awareness and raise money for the Autism Society of America during his “Drive for a Cure” charity promotion announced Friday, April 2nd at Texas Motor Speedway.

Throughout the 2004 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup season, McMurray will donate $42 for every lap he leads to the Autism Society of America. In addition, the Joplin, Mo. native will donate $42 for every pole he wins in 2004.

CHARLOTTE, NC (March 23, 2004) – Richard Petty has announced that he will sub for son Kyle in Race for Hope. Due to a conflict with a recently scheduled test at Daytona International Speedway, Kyle Petty will not be in attendance for the May 25th event. Standing in for Petty will be his seven-time NASCAR Winston Cup Champion father, Richard Petty.

The logistics of the change are minor as fans who have already purchased tickets for Kyle Petty will now have the opportunity to meet Richard, NASCAR’s all time wins leader. There are still over 100 tickets available for the Richard Petty autograph session through the NASCAR SpeedPark ticket office at 1-877-626-8725. All proceeds from the event will go to The Autism Society of America and The Victory Junction Gang Camp.

The following packages are still available:

Rubbin's Racin': **Must be 58” tall to ride. Donation: $20
This slick track is sure to be a blast - purchase tickets to race against Michael Waltrip, Sterling Marlin or Martin Truex, Jr.

Pace Car: ***Must be 54” to ride. Donation: $20
Experience the thrills and hills of the indoor track against two of NASCAR’s “young guns”. See how your racing skills measure up to Jamie McMurray and Casey Mears.

Road Course: **Must be 48” to drive or 40” to be a passenger with a 60” driver. Donation: $20
Fans can race against Dale Jarrett, Hermie Sadler, Darrell Waltrip and Jamie McMurray on this long and curvy road course!

Pole Winner: Great for all ages!! Donation: $15
Purchase of this package includes a commemorative Race for Hope souvenir t-shirt and an up-close and personal opportunity to meet and obtain an autograph from your favorite driver! The following drivers are available for autographs: Elliott Sadler, Dale Jarrett, Michael Waltrip, Hermie Sadler, Darrell Waltrip, Casey Mears, Jamie McMurray, Kyle Petty, Jimmie Johnson, Tony Stewart, Martin Truex, Jr., and Sterling Marlin.

Information on how you can be involved in Race For Hope is listed below - Click Here!

CHARLOTTE, NC (March 22, 2004) -- Ticket sales for Elliott Sadler's Race for Hope are off to a great start. According to a spokesperson for the NASCAR SpeedPark, the VIP Dinner packages have sold out. All proceeds from the venue will benefit the Autism Society of America and The Victory Junction Gang Camp.

Although the effort has recently reached the halfway point of its fundraising goal, the following packages are still available for fans to obtain autographs, and race against NASCAR NEXTEL and NASCAR Busch Series Stars:

Rubbin's Racin': **Must be 58” tall to ride
This slick track is sure to be a blast - purchase tickets to race against Michael Waltrip, Sterling Marlin or Martin Truex, Jr.

Pace Car: ***Must be 54” to ride
Experience the thrills and hills of the indoor track against two of NASCAR’s “young guns”. See how your racing skills measure up to Jamie McMurray and Casey Mears.

Road Course: **Must be 48” to drive or 40” to be a passenger with a 60” driver
Fans can race against Dale Jarrett, Hermie Sadler, Darrell Waltrip and Jamie McMurray on this long and curvy road course!
Pole Winner: Great for all ages!!
Purchase of this package includes a commemorative Race for Hope souvenir t-shirt and an up-close and personal opportunity to meet and obtain an autograph from your favorite driver! The following drivers are available for autographs: Elliott Sadler, Dale Jarrett, Michael Waltrip, Hermie Sadler, Darrell Waltrip, Casey Mears, Jamie McMurray, Kyle Petty, Jimmie Johnson, Tony Stewart, Martin Truex, Jr., and Sterling Marlin.

TICKET INFORMATION:
Tickets are on sale by phone (1-877-626-8725) via the NASCAR SpeedPark ticket office. Driver appearance times are posted on www.SadlerFanClub.com under Race for Hope Info.

EVENT INFORMATION:
NASCAR SpeedPark, Concord Mills Mall ...8461-G1 Concord Mills Blvd. Concord, NC 28027 call toll free 1-877-626-8725

DONATION INFORMATION:
Fans who wish to make a donation may do so via the Elliott and Hermie Sadler Foundation - PO Box 32 Emporia, VA 23847.

CHARLOTTE, NC (March 12, 2004) -- Elliott Sadler announced his second annual charity event - Elliott Sadler’s Race for Hope - a venue which will support the Autism Society of America and also benefit the Victory Junction Gang Camp.

Race for Hope will take place Tuesday, May 25th from 5-9pm ET at the Concord Mills NASCAR SpeedPark located at 8461-G1 Concord Mills Blvd. Concord, NC near Lowe’s Motor Speedway. Race for Hope will allow race fans the opportunity to race bumper-to-bumper on the exciting go-kart tracks with NASCAR drivers, obtain autographs and experience the ultimate race fan’s dream - to eat a private dinner with their favorite NASCAR driver. In his second annual charity event, Sadler hopes to surpass the $45,000 M&M’S Hoops for Hope raised last year - but will also add the Victory Junction Gang Camp to his list of benefactors. There will also be a silent auction on site to include items such as driver uniforms, helmets and sheet metal from NASCAR’s top teams.

Drivers who will join Elliott include Hermie Sadler, Dale Jarrett, Michael and Darrell Waltrip, Tony Stewart, Kyle Petty, Jamie McMurray, Casey Mears, Sterling Marlin, Martin Truex, Jr., and Jimmie Johnson. Partners for the May 25th event include NASCAR SpeedPark, M&M’S, Coca-Cola, The ACE & TJ Morning Show along with KISS 95.1 FM, and the University City Outback Steakhouse. Live entertainment will begin at 5pm with local bands and special quests.

Autism occurs in all races and socioeconomic classes - income, lifestyle, or education do not affect whether or not a child will be born with autism. It has become Elliott’s personal goal to be proactive in the effort to raise funding and awareness for this complex disorder.

The Victory Junction Gang Camp has also become important to Sadler because it involves one of NASCAR’s First Families - the Petty’s. The VJGC opens in June and is a medical camp for children and their families living with chronic or life threatening illnesses. The camp has been erected in honor of Kyle and Patti Petty’s late son Adam and to help to fuel ill children with memories that will sustain and inspire them.

“When Halie Dru was diagnosed with autism, it just broke all of our hearts,” explained Sadler. “She is one special little girl and as a family we have learned how to deal with this disability and help Halie live and learn every day. We are fortunate that she goes to a special school on a continuous basis throughout the year and I would like to reach out to those families that are less fortunate than mine by raising money and awareness.

“NASCAR is a big family and I certainly feel like my NASCAR family has supported me in this cause. We also wanted to give something to Kyle and Patti Petty’s Victory Junction Gang Camp because they have contributed so much to this sport.

“Partnering with the NASCAR SpeedPark was a natural match. We wanted to switch up the format this year so more fans could interact with the drivers - and get some up-close and personal time. The response I have had from my fellow competitors is almost overwhelming,” said Sadler.

As the newest spokesman, Sadler makes appearances at each NASCAR SpeedPark and is involved in the parks’ promotional material. The partnership of the NASCAR SpeedPark to host Race for Hope was a natural decision.

“We are delighted to be included in such great company as Elliott Sadler, M&M’s and the rest of the racing community during the efforts for the Race for Hope,” said Tommy V. Jones, Chief of Burroughs & Chapin Company’s Sports, Entertainment and Recreation Division. “More importantly, though, is how proud we are to help the Autism Society of America and the Victory Junction Gang Camp.”

VIP Package -$75 - Ultimate Driver/Fan Experience: **Space is limited to 20 tickets per driver.
Includes: This is a race fan’s dream! Eat an Outback Steakhouse dinner, receive a commemorative Race for Hope souvenir T-shirt, Q&A with your favorite driver, lots of pictures and autographs. Only 20 fans will be visiting with their favorite driver during this 30 minute private dinner!
Driver scheduled dinner times:

Session 1

• Dale Jarrett - 6:30 -7:00 pm
  
• Jimmie Johnson - 6:30 - 7:00 pm
  
• Kyle Petty - 6:30 - 7:00 pm
  
  Session 2
  
• Michael Waltrip - 7:30 -8:00 pm
  
• Darrell Waltrip - 7:30 -8:00 pm
  
• Tony Stewart - 7:30 -8:00 pm

”Rubbin’s Racin’” Package - $20 - Slidewayz Track (30 tickets available per driver)
**Must be 58” tall to ride
Includes: This slick track is sure to be a blast - try and spin out these professional drivers!
Purchase tickets to race against the following drivers: Michael Waltrip, Sterling Marlin, Martin Truex, Jr., Jimmie Johnson

Sterling Marlin

TICKET INFORMATION:
Tickets go on sale by phone (1-877-626-8725) via the NASCAR SpeedPark ticket office on Monday, March 15th at 9:00am ET. Driver appearance times are posted on www.SadlerFanClub.com under Race for Hope Info.

EVENT INFORMATION:
NASCAR SpeedPark, Concord Mills Mall 8461-G1 Concord Mills Blvd. Concord, NC 28027 (877)-626-8725 704)979-6770 Log onto www.NASCARSpeedPark.com or www.SadlerFanClub.com.

DONATION INFORMATION:
Fans who wish to make a donation may do so via the Elliott and Hermie Sadler Foundation - PO Box 32 Emporia, VA 23847.

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