Q&A Session – Skip McCord

Age: 19

Place raced at: Nashville Speedway USA

Things raced in the past: Go-Karts, Legend’s Cars, Street Modifieds, SuperTrucks

Residence: Hendersonville, TN

Sponsors: Manheim’s Nashville Auto Auction, Tuffliner Bedliners, Truck Outfitters, Nashville’s Back to Back Country 95.5, Logan’s Roadhouse

School: Volunteer State Community College

Martial Status: Girlfriend- Abbey

Things that he likes to do besides racing: Play Nascar 4 on the computer, Hang out with my Girlfriend and friends, watch movies.

Future Plans: Eventually move up into higher divisions of Nascar

Goals for the year: Win Rookie of the Year, finish top ten in points

Opinion on the old speedway closing soon and everything moving to the Superspeedway: I wish they wouldn’t close down the old speedway. There is so much history there, and its been apart of so many people’s lives. It has also been a really good place for young drivers to get good experience because its so competitive.

What are some of his responsibilities at the shop? I am at the shop just about everyday to help my crew chief with all the work that has to be done on the truck.

What types of image do you portrayal to your fans on and off the track? On the track- Aggressively patient, smart, and smooth. Off the track- Humble, Professional, likable.

Who have you patterned yourself most like: My Parents, they have taught me all I need to know for both life and racing.

Most Memorable race/racing achievement: Winning my first race at a Nashville in a Street Modified, and Winning two IKF Grand National Titles in Go Karts.

Advice to young drivers starting out: Be patient and learn all you can from those who are experienced.

What kind of streetcar do you drive: Chevy S-10

Being a race car driver, how many speeding tickets have you gotten from driving too fast in your streetcar? 4

Is it hard to go slower in your streetcar? Yes, especially right after a race.

What other race drivers do you hang out with at the track? Jimmy Valentine, Willie Allen, Stuart Kirby

How did you get involved with your sponsors: I had help from my team owner, Darryl Noble, as well as my dad, Kip McCord, and Bobby Hamilton.