Kid’s bike night

[Geno]

I was supposed to talk about this at Friday’s drivers meeting, but everyone dismissed too early

So, we’ll try again this Friday.

Here’s the plan: Someone from a street stock team thought of this idea & I thought it was a good one. They suggested that several teams chip in a few bucks to but 2-16” bikes (one boy & one girl bike). Not looking for anything huge, just 10 bucks or so. When the young fans come in the gate, we’ll have them fill out a slip (or give a 50/50 type ticket). They’ll put their ticket in a bucket, marked boy & girl. At intermission a ticket will be pulled from each bucket & the lucky youngster will win a bike.

Now, how do I participate you ask?
There is a form to sign at the photo booth. You can also drop your donation off there. If we have enough interest and/or extra money, we’ll do the same in a few weeks for 20” bikes.

Last, all teams who participate will receive ‘on air’ coverage of their team, along with recognition in the press release.

What I don’t want to hear in response is ‘what is the track doing for this?’ This promotion is all about the driver/fan interaction. I am working with Joe and Billy, along with our modified sponsor on other promotions, including free passes, gift certificates, etc. I’m not sure if you all realize the fan base, but as you cruise down the front stretch next time out, look to your right & then think of the same view, but last season!

Time to end the book, but to let you know, we already have three teams interested. The first bike night giveaway will be in 2 or 3 weeks.

See everyone Friday

[NJ Chick]

Count us in Geno, I think it's a wonderful idea!!

[2j Late Model]

Hey Geno,

You can count on Mac Brothers Racing for this, what a great idea. We try to do what we can with everything at the track. It doesn't always need to be supported by the track to bring in more fans. We'll take care of it on Friday.

Jason 2j

[richardpetey]

Just what I need!........Get run over by two more kids on (WHEELS)bikes, hehe.................
Call me when you have a Harley night.................
UNCLE PETEY..................

[wshultz]

Sounds like a wounderful idea geno!

[88racer]

Geno, I got the tennis balls!

Guess they pale in comparison though

See you Friday

Sue
Team 88LM

[Geno]

Thanks guys (and girls)

Yeah, I also like the bike idea, but can’t take credit for it, just passing the idea along


Great Sue, thanks! Actually, I talked a little about the tennis ball idea on Friday during one of the street stock cautions. Joe agreed to give away two grandstand passes. We’ll explain that sometime this week on here…probably start off with the Late Models for the first time around, and switch divisions on a weekly basis.

[Geno]

The bike give-a-way should begin in two weeks. If you don't know how to become involved, please visit the photo booth (and if you want photos and programs, visit the booth too )

Just wanted to say thanks to a number of people and teams for their contributions so far for the bike give-a-ways. Also, we'd like to thank Sue Yamelski for the idea!

Hoffman Racing #20 LM
Bott Racing #75 TH
Yamelski Racing #9 SS
Kline Motorsports #23 SS & #22 LM
Joe Cutri, 'the photo guy'
Joan Dancho, 'the program lady'
Billy B.
Uncle Petey's Racing #43 TH

Thanks again for the support & looks like this will go on for a few weeks at min.

[wshultz]

What kind of bike?

[Geno]

Thanks to Rich Curtis from CUBE Auto Supply & Recreation, crew chief and sponsor of modified standout Dave Pecko, the Kid’s Bike Night will start this Friday. Rich and the team has agreed to purchase a girls and boys bike to kick off the bike give-a-way.

Rich, like many other Mountain teams expressed the support that their team has for their speedway. Rich Noted, “Although we are relative newcomers to the facility, our team has been running well at Mountain Speedway. Our team has discussed this and would like to give something back to help promote the track.”

All funds generated by other teams, drivers and speedway staff so far, will be used for upcoming bike nights. Hopefully this will become a weekly contest throughout the rest of the season. Of course, everyone’s support is really appreciated.

The give a way is for two 16" kids bikes (one boys & one girls) for ages six and under, who are admitted free to the grandstands.

We are also looking for someone to help the children (girls or boys who are 6 and under) fill out their name on a ballot & put it into the boys or girls ballot box. If interested in helping, please email gjtost@bwkip.com

Sorry Petey...no Harley's yet

[toots]

Geno, I will speak for myself and Joe Cutri. I am sure the children can fill out the ballots at the photo/program booth if you would like. Most of them visit us on a weekly basis anyhow. Joe and I are willing to help out in any way that we can. Also DRIVERS- Don't forget to get those donations in at the booth. NO Donation will be turned down. Let's turn this idea into something great for the kid's.

[Racing Rebel]

Maybe this wouldn't be as personalized but instead of the little tikes filling out entries why can't they just be given 50/50 type tickets and pick a winning number. Their name will be announced after receiving the bike and it wouldn't be as difficult getting them to fill out little forms. Just a thought.

[wshultz]

Yeah, I agree with you on that, it would be easier.

[Geno]

Hey, thanks!

That'll work. It might be a good idea to have them put their name on the back though, or it may end up like the 50/50 at times...calling numbers all night.

[88racer]

Two things.... Firstly, Joan, Geno, someone please remind me on Friday about making our donation. My head is so many places I forgot, Thanks!!!

And secondly...at the other tracks I've seen this done the kids filling out the papers works fine. The parent get settled then the kids drag them back to fill out the papers, trust me they won't let them forget But if you do do the tickets, I would put their names on them, just in case. All they really need is their name, since it's being done at intermission, and most that age can write that much themselves.

Ok, I guess there are three thing, Maybe I missed this info and if so, I'm sorry, but will we be doing different age group weekly or just this one???

THanks
Sue