Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Fame is proud to announce the inductees for the Class of 2012:
Allan and Donald Barker-Louisville-SCCA Champions
Collings Downes Racing Sr. Jr.-Louisville-APBA & NHRA Champions
Butch Krieger-Louisville-Drag Racing and Tractor Pull Announcer
Joseph Reynolds "Joie" Ray Jr.-Louisville-Oval Racer
John Potts-London-Track Official
Tommy Thompson-Louisville-NASCAR Champion and Track Owner
Darrell Waltrip-Owensboro-NASCAR Champion
Wayne and Jim Williams-Valley Station-Ohio Valley Track Builder/Owner
Woosley, Sharp and Reynolds-Winchester-NHRA Champion
The induction ceremony will be held on August 11, 2012 at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY. The ceremony will begin at 2:00 pm Central Time.
For a list of hotels please visit : Be sure to mention the Corvette Museum
http://www.corvettemuseum.org/planning_visit/faq.shtml
We have contracted with Holiday Inn University Plaza for a special group rate of $95.00 per night, for the induction ceremony. You can make reservations for August 10 and/or August 11.
You can click the link below, or call in your reservations to
270-745-0088 or 1-800-HOLIDAY and ask for the special "KY Motorsports" rate or block code
KY Motorsports Room Block
Don't miss out!!!! Make your reservations Today!!
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DEDICATED TO THE FOUNDERS OF THE KENTUCKY MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME, BOBBY DAVIS AND P.O. BROWN. THANKS FOR MAKING THIS HAPPEN!
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KENTUCKY MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME
Mission Statement:
To honor, by public acknowledgement or commemoration, of an individual, family or team who has merited recognition and distinction. Their accomplishments and contributions in regard to Kentucky racing history will serve as an inspiration and an example of highest traditions and whose reputation has withstood the test of time.
Purpose of Nominations:
* To preserve the racing history of Kentucky and the region.
* To honor those, living or dead, who by achievement have produced a lasting contribution to Kentucky's racing heritage.
Nominations:
* Applications for citizens or groups may nominate an individual, family or team for induction.
* Nominees must be, but not limited to, have driven, owned, crewed or made a major contribution to the sport.
* The induction committee, through review and balloting, shall select select between 4-6 individuals, families and/or teams.
* Nominations will remain on file for 2 years and are the property of Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Fame Committee.
* Nomination forms will be available at events or may be requested from the committee.
Eligibility:
* Born in Kentucky and/or lived in Kentucky for a period of time.
* Participated in and made a major contribution to motorsports in Kentucky.
* May be living or deceased.
* Participated in motorsports at least 5 years.
* Owned or operated a race facility for 10 years or more.
* Has been an official, a member of media or an individual who played a vital role in development and advancement of motorsports in Kentucky for at least 15 years.
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FUTURE INDUCTEES FOR THE HALL OF FAME CONSIDERATION:
We need your help. Nominate future Inductees. Send information on Racer and who to contact to the Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Fame Committee.
Please contact our committee members with any questions or comments
Bryan Barger
129 Lakeridge Road
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
270-617-3950
Brb62bel@aim.com
P.O. Brown
powanda@yahoo.com
Bill Curl
1971 Hwy 1385
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
502-262-5704
billy.1941@live.com
Joey & Judy Fey
13051 N. Hwy 261
Webster, KY 40176
270-547-6186
feyrace@bbtel.com
Dave Huber
7507 Mallard Drive
Louisville, KY 40258
502-937-9781
Huber771984@bellsouth.net
David Jeffries
7511 Cane Run Road, Lot 164
Louisville, KY 40258
502-758-1394
Eddy Kannapel
3843 Hwy 2779
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
270-617-0205
eddiek@mcreccwb.com
Dave McGee
224 Blackburn Circle
Bristol, TN 37620
dmmge@aol.com
Tom McNutt
7518 Eider Drive
Louisville, KY 40258
502-933-7950
John Potts
606-224-3317
indybigjohn@roadrunner.com
Bobby Rogers
112 Millhouse
Nicholasville, KY 40356
859-338-6850
ply35@roadrunner.com
Joe Sils
6702 Barbrook Road
Louisville, KY 40258
502-445-4438
joesils@att.net
Kathy Woosley
6510 Elmwood Avenue
Louisville, KY 40216
502-448-4734
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