Racers are Gearing up to Host Troops in Houston

Baytown, TX. - 'Tickets for Troops', a free ticket program aimed at showing appreciation and support to local military members is gearing up for a day of racing at Houston Raceway Park. Four lady drag racers are combining resources to host the troops and their families.

This season Tina Stull is joined by fellow racers Kate and Diana Harker, both accomplished Alcohol Dragster Drivers as well as Peggy Llewellyn representing Pro Stock Motorcycle at it's best.

"Having other racers get involved has been fantastic. This is all about the Troops, and now with a team of drivers we can broaden the experience for them at the track" comments Harker.

The program is designed to provide a day at the races from the racers perspective, by being invited into the pits and getting to talk to racers one on one, many troops will for the first time discover a love for racing.

"This is not about signing autographs and a two-second hello, we really want troops to hang out with us. And see what it takes to go racing." says Stull.

 From the outside much of the day looks boring but as racers know that is all part of the timing that happens at a race. Much of the time the troops are in the stands watching NHRA's finest sportsman battle it out for points. But during the long days there is always times to take a break. It's during these times these racers can be seen talking with their guests, and sharing a typical day racing.

Houston Raceway Park has provided 5,000 tickets to be distributed to US Military members for Saturday and Sunday of the event. Ticket for Troops mission is to give the US Military members and their families a day at the race track that is adrenaline backed, fun, enjoyable and informative.

Team Troops will host a hospitality tent in Tina Stull Racing pit with plenty of give-a-ways and a place to meet the drivers, their teams and to get up close and personal with the ladies race machines.

US Military are welcome to request tickets through www.tinastullracing.com for the Houston Raceway Park Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event across May 15-17.

Team Troops would personally like to thank the following companies for their support.: Military Ministries, Military Community Youth Ministries - MCYM , Club Beyond, YoungLife-Military , Rush Racing Products, La King Confectionery, Slim Pickens Quality Meats, Interstate Batteries and Mac Tools.
 

Tina Stull Racing NHRA Lucas Oil Sportsman Series Super Comp / Top Dragster Career Best Time: 6.99 seconds at 194 mph

Tina has proven she knows how to win rounds and in 2009 will be competing at various NHRA events in her super comp and top dragster. Tina reaches speeds in excess of 180mph and covers the quarter mile in less than 8.90 seconds. Combining her passion for driving fast, marketing and charitable giving, Tina is a confident, motivated and driven individual who understands the value of sponsors, media, fans and supporters. Tina is a notable celebrity within the NHRA and the South Central Division series who will continue to make waves for races through her support for US Troops and their families.Tina has been supporting the Military with displays and events since 1998. She has participated in 2 Medal of Honor conventions as well as visited over 30 bases nationwide. To date Tina has been honored by over 60 units and Commands. Tina is also a key note speaker with the Bill Glass Prison Ministry - Champions for Life, board of Director for Valor Remembered, on the President's Counsel for Luis Palau Ministries, Co-Founder of Tickets for Troops, Advisor to Welcome Home Troops and Texas Justice Foundation.

Kate and Diana Harker KDH Racing NHRA Lucas Oil Sportsman Series Top Alcohol Dragster Kate career best time: 5.22 seconds at 272 mph Diana career best time: 5.29 seconds at 270 mph

These Australian born twins, Kate and Diana Harker are no strangers to fast cars and reaching speeds in excess of 270mph. These Aussie beauties followed in the footsteps of their famous father, International Top Alcohol Funny Car driver, Steve Harker and joined the NHRA Lucas Oil Top Alcohol Dragster ranks in 2007 and 2008. In their rookie seasons, both young ladies adapted well to their driving duties and have won various events at both the National and Divisional levels. Together they have accomplished many goals both on and off the track and have their sights set on reaching the professional ranks of the NHRA.

Peggy Llewellyn 2 Wheel Women Racing NHRA Full Throttle Series Pro Stock Motorcycle Career Best Time: 6.928 seconds at 193 mph

Peggy Llewellyn's drag racing roots are firmly planted. She grew up around two wheels; and has been riding motorcycles since she was seven years old. In 2007, Peggy launched her professional career riding the 330+ hp Rush Racing Products Pro Stock Motorcycle. An action packed year saw Peggy win her first NHRA National event, place 4th in the Championship chase and was a recipient of the Full Throttle Award. Peggy's determination, drive and focus will continue to see this amazing talent make her mark in the NHRA Pro Stock Bike class for years to come.