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TeamCGR (Offline)
  #1 5/25/10 6:01 PM
First, I would like to thank everyone for their inquiries about Coleman over the last few weeks. He is doing fine and is racing in different parts of the Country. We apologize for our "Radio Silence" the last couple of months but Coleman has been traveling a lot from New York to Phoenix and Dad has been chained to his Office due to some interesting Business Developments.

We certainly miss seeing everyone on a weekly basis in Indiana. However the opportunity came up for Coleman to Drive for Racing Associates in Phoenix over the Winter and it was a very good opportunity for Coleman and his Team. Lead by Mickey Meyer, RA is a solid group of individuals that bring a Family Atmosphere to their organization; something that we look for in any relationship. There have been changes at CGR in the last few months that had the Team looking at the best opportunities for Coleman to gain even more experience. If we ran solely 410 Non Wing in Indiana, we would miss out on the chance to Race in the USAC Silver Crown Series and some Asphalt 410 Shows. Therefore Coleman decided it was in his best interest to sign and compete for Racing Associates. We had a pretty good run in the Silver Crown Car at Iowa last Saturday, going from 21st to 8th. Engine problems hounded us all night in the 410 Sprinter but those will be remedied soon. Still, it was great experience running with the Best. You can gain more information on R.A by logging on to their web site: http://www.racing-associates.com/.

In addition, over the Winter we were fortunate to meet and begin a relationship with the entire staff at Ken Schrader Racing in Concord, NC. Ken offered us the chance to Test one of his cars at Rockingham Speedway in April, which was an opportunity of a lifetime for Coleman. We jumped at the chance and Coleman did a good job turning some fast laps. He climbed into the car formally driven by Ricky Carmichael and Dakoda Armstrong. It is a really nice piece of equipment that is out of the Hendrick Motorsports Stable. Coleman quickly built a nice rapport with Ken, GM Brian Bell and Crew Chief Donnie Richeson.

A nice article was written about the event and Ken had some nice things to say about Coleman and vice versa. We are working on a program with KSR for 2011 and possibly some races this year. Of course, every program these days requires funding and both parties are working from their ends on trying to bring this together. As everyone knows, it is a tough economy and Motorsports Marketing Dollars are tight, but we do have a few options available. For those of you interested, here is a link to the article: http://www.pressconnects.com/apps/pb...ID=20104240392

Attached are a few pics from our big day at Rockingham Speedway that hopefully will convey how proud and honored we are to have such a great opportunity. If any of you have not had the pleasure of meeting Ken Schrader, he is truly a "Racer's Racer". He'll drive anything, anywhere, anytime. As a matter of fact, he will compete in his Stock Car this Friday when Coleman Races his Dirt Champ Car at the Fairgrounds in the Hoosier 100.

So we are busy but certainly missing the great folks of IOW and the great people of Indiana. Don't be surprised to see the Hazardous Sports #14 yet this year but if you don't we will certainly be wishing we were there. Take care and God Bless..

Team CGR..
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Dave Rudisell (Offline)
  #2 5/25/10 6:58 PM
Originally Posted by TeamCGR:
First, I would like to thank everyone for their inquiries about Coleman over the last few weeks. He is doing fine and is racing in different parts of the Country. We apologize for our "Radio Silence" the last couple of months but Coleman has been traveling a lot from New York to Phoenix and Dad has been chained to his Office due to some interesting Business Developments.

We certainly miss seeing everyone on a weekly basis in Indiana. However the opportunity came up for Coleman to Drive for Racing Associates in Phoenix over the Winter and it was a very good opportunity for Coleman and his Team. Lead by Mickey Meyer, RA is a solid group of individuals that bring a Family Atmosphere to their organization; something that we look for in any relationship. There have been changes at CGR in the last few months that had the Team looking at the best opportunities for Coleman to gain even more experience. If we ran solely 410 Non Wing in Indiana, we would miss out on the chance to Race in the USAC Silver Crown Series and some Asphalt 410 Shows. Therefore Coleman decided it was in his best interest to sign and compete for Racing Associates. We had a pretty good run in the Silver Crown Car at Iowa last Saturday, going from 21st to 8th. Engine problems hounded us all night in the 410 Sprinter but those will be remedied soon. Still, it was great experience running with the Best. You can gain more information on R.A by logging on to their web site: http://www.racing-associates.com/.

In addition, over the Winter we were fortunate to meet and begin a relationship with the entire staff at Ken Schrader Racing in Concord, NC. Ken offered us the chance to Test one of his cars at Rockingham Speedway in April, which was an opportunity of a lifetime for Coleman. We jumped at the chance and Coleman did a good job turning some fast laps. He climbed into the car formally driven by Ricky Carmichael and Dakoda Armstrong. It is a really nice piece of equipment that is out of the Hendrick Motorsports Stable. Coleman quickly built a nice rapport with Ken, GM Brian Bell and Crew Chief Donnie Richeson.

A nice article was written about the event and Ken had some nice things to say about Coleman and vice versa. We are working on a program with KSR for 2011 and possibly some races this year. Of course, every program these days requires funding and both parties are working from their ends on trying to bring this together. As everyone knows, it is a tough economy and Motorsports Marketing Dollars are tight, but we do have a few options available. For those of you interested, here is a link to the article: http://www.pressconnects.com/apps/pb...ID=20104240392

Attached are a few pics from our big day at Rockingham Speedway that hopefully will convey how proud and honored we are to have such a great opportunity. If any of you have not had the pleasure of meeting Ken Schrader, he is truly a "Racer's Racer". He'll drive anything, anywhere, anytime. As a matter of fact, he will compete in his Stock Car this Friday when Coleman Races his Dirt Champ Car at the Fairgrounds in the Hoosier 100.

So we are busy but certainly missing the great folks of IOW and the great people of Indiana. Don't be surprised to see the Hazardous Sports #14 yet this year but if you don't we will certainly be wishing we were there. Take care and God Bless..

Team CGR..
Thanks for the updates, and as much as we wish you were in Indiana, we wish you and Coleman the best of luck doing what your doing.
When i first met you guys after a muddy mess trying to get out of the old pits at Lawrenceburg i knew Coleman would be out of the Mini Sprint in short time, and on his way to bigger things, just never thought it would happen so quick. Best of Luck and we hope to see you all soon, somewhere.
Sincerely, Dave Rudisell
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dirtnonwingfan (Offline)
  #3 5/25/10 8:42 PM
Thank you for the update. Glad to hear that things appear to be going very well. It couldn't happen to a nicer family of racers. I hope to see you some in Indiana and wish you all the very best of luck in the future.

Frank Daigh
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Hughes Racing
  #4 5/25/10 8:50 PM
Good Luck to Coleman and Team CGR we will miss you folks here in Indiana. Go get 'em Iceman!

The Hughes Family
Sprint Car #76
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Mud Packer (Offline)
  #5 5/25/10 10:59 PM
Pete,

Thanks for the update. As much as we miss seeing Coleman back here in Indiana, we realize that he has other opportunities that he needs to pursue. Here is wishing nothing but the best for the Iceman and his entire family. Drive it like you stole it.

Mike

Be nice to people on the way up. You might need them on the way down. Jimmy Durante
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Charles Nungester (Offline)
  #6 5/26/10 7:04 AM
I miss watching Coleman race as much as anyone he had some unique lines at the burg and was well on his way to being consistently top five A force to be reckoned with.

It happens every year and i can't blame anyone who tries to further their racing career Coleman still being very young has a chance at the big time somewhere, Catching the eyes of those who can make it happen is the only way to do it.

Coleman and Pete Best wishes to you all and you know your always welcome racing here in Indiana Area

Charles Nungester
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TeamCGR (Offline)
  #7 5/26/10 2:46 PM
Thank you all, we have been very blessed. We are looking forward to the Hoosier Hundred on Friday.

By the way, I forgot to add one other very important note; We added a new member to our Family in March and his name:?:?? Hoosier Gulick! What else??

Cheers,

Pete G.
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aelson27 (Offline)
  #8 5/27/10 11:31 PM
I certainly miss racing against Coleman. He had a lot of talent and was a clean racer. He showed drivers respect on and off the track. The Iceman will be missed out here in Indiana. Best of luck to CGR and Coleman wherever racing takes you.
i love dirt track racing (Offline)
  #9 5/28/10 2:51 PM
Originally Posted by TeamCGR:
First, I would like to thank everyone for their inquiries about Coleman over the last few weeks. He is doing fine and is racing in different parts of the Country. We apologize for our "Radio Silence" the last couple of months but Coleman has been traveling a lot from New York to Phoenix and Dad has been chained to his Office due to some interesting Business Developments.

We certainly miss seeing everyone on a weekly basis in Indiana. However the opportunity came up for Coleman to Drive for Racing Associates in Phoenix over the Winter and it was a very good opportunity for Coleman and his Team. Lead by Mickey Meyer, RA is a solid group of individuals that bring a Family Atmosphere to their organization; something that we look for in any relationship. There have been changes at CGR in the last few months that had the Team looking at the best opportunities for Coleman to gain even more experience. If we ran solely 410 Non Wing in Indiana, we would miss out on the chance to Race in the USAC Silver Crown Series and some Asphalt 410 Shows. Therefore Coleman decided it was in his best interest to sign and compete for Racing Associates. We had a pretty good run in the Silver Crown Car at Iowa last Saturday, going from 21st to 8th. Engine problems hounded us all night in the 410 Sprinter but those will be remedied soon. Still, it was great experience running with the Best. You can gain more information on R.A by logging on to their web site: http://www.racing-associates.com/.

In addition, over the Winter we were fortunate to meet and begin a relationship with the entire staff at Ken Schrader Racing in Concord, NC. Ken offered us the chance to Test one of his cars at Rockingham Speedway in April, which was an opportunity of a lifetime for Coleman. We jumped at the chance and Coleman did a good job turning some fast laps. He climbed into the car formally driven by Ricky Carmichael and Dakoda Armstrong. It is a really nice piece of equipment that is out of the Hendrick Motorsports Stable. Coleman quickly built a nice rapport with Ken, GM Brian Bell and Crew Chief Donnie Richeson.

A nice article was written about the event and Ken had some nice things to say about Coleman and vice versa. We are working on a program with KSR for 2011 and possibly some races this year. Of course, every program these days requires funding and both parties are working from their ends on trying to bring this together. As everyone knows, it is a tough economy and Motorsports Marketing Dollars are tight, but we do have a few options available. For those of you interested, here is a link to the article: http://www.pressconnects.com/apps/pb...ID=20104240392

Attached are a few pics from our big day at Rockingham Speedway that hopefully will convey how proud and honored we are to have such a great opportunity. If any of you have not had the pleasure of meeting Ken Schrader, he is truly a "Racer's Racer". He'll drive anything, anywhere, anytime. As a matter of fact, he will compete in his Stock Car this Friday when Coleman Races his Dirt Champ Car at the Fairgrounds in the Hoosier 100.

So we are busy but certainly missing the great folks of IOW and the great people of Indiana. Don't be surprised to see the Hazardous Sports #14 yet this year but if you don't we will certainly be wishing we were there. Take care and God Bless..

Team CGR..
god bless you and your great racing team. you have a great team and you will do well. coleman is around alot of great people and we all in indiana wish him the best if you can keep a eye one the burg schdule and see if you can sneak in one more show at the burg your team would will rock the place
IndyBound (Offline)
  #10 5/28/10 9:28 PM
Thanks for the update Pete, the test pictures are great. I wish Coleman and Team CGR all the best in the future. Hope our paths cross again soon and I get to meet the newest Gullick family member. I am anixously awaiting tonights results from the Hoosier 100, wish I was there.

Patti
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