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FitzBradshaw Racing announced that Casey Atwood will not drive the No. 14 Chevrolet Monte Carlo for the remainder of the year. The driver change is effective immediately.
Team co-owners Armando Fitz and Terry Bradshaw indicated the decision to make the driver change was part of FitzBradshaw Racing's evolution and preparation for 2005.
"We have some significant operations changes underway for 2005, and that includes incorporating new personnel that we feel can get us and our sponsors into Victory Lane," said Fitz.
"The changes we're making are designed to enable us to take the next step toward the top and are, in my view, in the best interests of FitzBradshaw Racing."
Bradshaw echoed Fitz's sentiments, noting the difficulty of the decision. "I'm disappointed it didn't work out, because I think Casey will be a great driver," said Bradshaw. "We're splitting up the team with five races left so we can evaluate the entire team and make the right decisions for the future. This move will give us all an opportunity to move forward."
The decision was mutually made by FitzBradshaw Racing and Atwood. "I've enjoyed my time with FitzBradshaw Racing, representing the Navy," said Atwood. "But so many driver decisions are discussed and made over the next two months, and this gives me the opportunity and the time to structure what's best for me for next year."
"FitzBradshaw Racing has been growing and working to perfect its operation since 2002," stated Fitz. "Casey has been a key asset to our organization and contributed tremendously to our upward momentum."
The U.S. Navy began sponsoring the No. 14 Chevrolet Monte Carlo in 2003 for 10 races and ultimately announced that it would sponsor a full-season for 2004. Atwood has been the sole driver for the No. 14 team.
He started 29 races in 2004, with his best finish - second place - coming in Richmond in September.
Dave Blaney will drive the No. 14 this Saturday at Memphis Motorsports Park. The Sam's Town 'He Dared to Rock' 250 is televised on TNT beginning at 3:30 p.m. EDT.
Blaney became familiar with FitzBradshaw equipment Saturday in Charlotte, driving FBR's No. 82 Goulds Pumps Chevrolet in the NASCAR Busch Series race at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Charlotte.
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Team co-owners Armando Fitz and Terry Bradshaw indicated the decision to make the driver change was part of FitzBradshaw Racing's evolution and preparation for 2005.
"We have some significant operations changes underway for 2005, and that includes incorporating new personnel that we feel can get us and our sponsors into Victory Lane," said Fitz.
"The changes we're making are designed to enable us to take the next step toward the top and are, in my view, in the best interests of FitzBradshaw Racing."
Bradshaw echoed Fitz's sentiments, noting the difficulty of the decision. "I'm disappointed it didn't work out, because I think Casey will be a great driver," said Bradshaw. "We're splitting up the team with five races left so we can evaluate the entire team and make the right decisions for the future. This move will give us all an opportunity to move forward."
The decision was mutually made by FitzBradshaw Racing and Atwood. "I've enjoyed my time with FitzBradshaw Racing, representing the Navy," said Atwood. "But so many driver decisions are discussed and made over the next two months, and this gives me the opportunity and the time to structure what's best for me for next year."
"FitzBradshaw Racing has been growing and working to perfect its operation since 2002," stated Fitz. "Casey has been a key asset to our organization and contributed tremendously to our upward momentum."
The U.S. Navy began sponsoring the No. 14 Chevrolet Monte Carlo in 2003 for 10 races and ultimately announced that it would sponsor a full-season for 2004. Atwood has been the sole driver for the No. 14 team.
He started 29 races in 2004, with his best finish - second place - coming in Richmond in September.
Dave Blaney will drive the No. 14 this Saturday at Memphis Motorsports Park. The Sam's Town 'He Dared to Rock' 250 is televised on TNT beginning at 3:30 p.m. EDT.
Blaney became familiar with FitzBradshaw equipment Saturday in Charlotte, driving FBR's No. 82 Goulds Pumps Chevrolet in the NASCAR Busch Series race at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Charlotte.
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