Racing4Research Daytona

The Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona is fabulous! We are all having a great time! For once Travis is at a loss for words. He spent most of the day taking in all that is happening around him AND being at Daytona. We've met so many wonderful people and are excited to be part of this great racing family.

This morning the NF Heroes got to see the #73 Park Place Motorsports/Children's Tumor Foundation Porsche and sign their names on the cars. Our drivers and crew were so great with the kids, having fun and joking around. What an amazing experience for all involved.

Travis signing his name on the car.

Jill Beck's view, she's our Racing4Research Director

We spent some time walking around the different garage areas and driver autograph session. Justin Bell spotted us waiting in line and came over to talk with our family. He's an incredible person / driver we met at the Racing4Research event in Utah last April, see Racing4Research Utah . 

Nolan, Scott and Barrett talking with Justin Bell.

The NF Heroes walked onstage with the drivers for both Park Place Motorsports cars during driver introductions. Their appreciation for our NF Heroes and their daily struggles was very apparent. The drivers of both teams held the kids' hands and walked with them across the stage. This was different from the other teams as our drivers were to be sure to include our NF Heroes. What an impact to make to show they are drivers, but also a part of something larger.

Travis walking across the stage with one of our sister team (#72) drivers during the driver introduction. T is about in the middle of the pic wearing blue headphones.

After the driver introductions, T was able to touch the track at Daytona. You can tell Travis is tired, yet he wanted to stay at the race to cheer on the #73 (and #72) along with our driver at one of his favorite tracks (he's always had a thing for Daytona thanks to the IMAX NASCAR movie and NASCAR Wii). This is an AMAZING opportunity for Travis and our family and we are enjoying every minute. T was ready to leave the track to head back to the hotel shortly before 10p, we had been there since 9a. Thank you Jill Beck, the drivers and crew, Children's Tumor Foundation and many others that have helped make this an event to remember.

Travis having fun watching the race at night.