Johnny Van Doorn Aiming For Three-Peat; Prepares For Climb Up

COOPERSVILLE, Michigan

Johnny Van Doorn otherwise known as “JVD” is patiently leaving his legacy in short track racing. That legacy has the chance to build momentum as the Coopersville, Michigan native announced that he will return to the Champion Racing Association (CRA) aiming for a third consecutive title in 2011.

Van Doorn though hopes to use accomplishments on the short track to climb the ladder and move up the racing ranks with an aim at the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards as a stepping stone to his hopeful eventual placement in NASCAR.

JVD driving the No. 61 Chevrolet Impala for Kaos Motorsports is one of the pre-race favorites when the CRA opens the curtain on their season-opener at Anderson Speedway in Anderson, Indiana on April 16.

“I’m really excited about returning to the CRA Series in 2011,” said Van Doorn, the 2007 CRA Series Rookie of the Year. “It meant a lot not only to myself but my team to win the championship again in 2010 and we feel that we have all the components to defend that title beginning at Anderson.”

He continued, “my dream is to someday reach the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. I’m not expecting that climb to be easy but I’m prepared to work for it, much like I have done for everything in racing. I know I cannot do it though without the support of my family, friends and sponsors.”

“CRA is my main objective in 2011 but I would like to methodically enter the ARCA Racing Series at some point and begin the transition to the bigger heavier cars. Both the CRA Series and ARCA are development ladders that can help make dreams come true.”

Despite carrying a quiet; under the radar profile at the track, Van Doorn remains focused on giving his Kaos Motorsports all he can behind the wheel.

“I could go on forever about my team,” he boasted. “My guys are great. They work hard, play hard and have fun. This is what racing is about. Most importantly though, they are in this because they all believe in me. That’s something that words cannot describe. So, I just try to make it up to them on the track.”

To support his quest in 2011, JVD and Co. are appreciative to have the support of Baker Engineering, Earth Service and Supply, Jegs.com, Magic Transportation, Paragon Corvette Reproductions, Port City Racecars and R and R Wire Loom as sponsors on their Chevrolet bowtie.

“It really means a lot to have the sponsor support that we have,” Van Doorn explained. “We could always use more support but while we continue that project, we’re just thankful and blessed to have what we do. Hopefully, we can kick off the season with a “w” next month.”

In 64 races, Van Doorn has posted six poles, eight wins, 25 top-fives and 47 top-10 finishes including back-to-back CRA championships in 2009 and 2010.

For more information on Johnny Van Doorn, please visit JohnnyVanDoorn.com.

For additional information on the Champion Racing Association Super Series, please click on CRARacing.net.

DRIVER COMMUNICATIONS CONTACT:
NAME: Chris Knight, Knight Motorsports Management (KMM)
PHONE: 239.834.9797
EMAIL: chris@chrisknightpr.com

Get your Racing Fix tonight at the Delta Plex

Looking to watch some great racing while staying warm? Tonight is "Thunder on the Grand II " a the Delta Plex.  Tickets are just $10
Thunder on the Grand II Saturday March 26th!

Doors Open at : 3:30pm
Racing: 7:00pm

*Mini Sprints (Winged & Non Winged) *Arena Racing Cars *Go Karts *Mini Cup Cars *Quarter Midgets

Garvey Leads Early but fades at the End

Muskegon's Mke Garvey charged to the front early and took the lead on lap 11 from his 4th place starting position. Garvey along with Donnie Wilson broke away from the pack and had the fans on their feet as they raced side by side and bumper to bumper. Garvey maintained thr lead throughout his battle with Wilson but the hard racing turned out to be detrimental to both drivers. On lap 38 Augie Grill was the new leader as he made quick work of both Garvey and Wilson after a caution. With no tire changes for the 100 lap event Garvey was left hanging on to a loose race car for the remainder of the event. He would fade to 6th by nights end. Bubba Pollard was the man of hour as he saved his tires and was the first winner of the "Blizzard Six Pack Series" for 2011.

Tonight the series heads to Mobile Alabama for round two .

Finishing Results for The Pepsi Max 100 Blizzard Series Race:


1.18 - Bubba Pollard

2.82 - Grant Enfinger

3.112 - Augie Grill

4.82 - Donnie Wilson

5.51 - T.J. Reaid

6.1 - Mike Garvey

7.11 - David Rogers

8.12 - Travis Kittleson

9.49 - Josh Hamner

10.10 - Johanna Long

11.21 - Scott Carlson

12.41 - Chris Davidson

13.83 - Dylan Presnell

14.99 - Wayne Niedecken Jr.

15.94 - Dwyane Buggay

16.84 - Clay Alexander

17.29 - Allen Karnes

18.39 - Gary Sullivan

19.22 - Jeremy Pate

20.4 - D.J. Vanderley, - 3 Laps

21.10 - Ryan Crane, - 10 Laps

22.27 - Bobby Good, - DNF

23.12 - Thomas Praytor, - DNF

24.32 - Ron McDonald, - DNF

25.67 - Daniel Hemric, - DNS

Mike Garvey Racing tonight At Five Flags: Listen Live

Muskegon's Mike Garvey will look to start his Blizzard Series championship run tonight at Five Flags Speedway. Mike qualified in the 5th position for tonight's event. Start time is approximately 9:30 PM. You can listen live by clicking HERE