Harvick To Drive 30 Races in No. 21 U.S. Coast Guard Chevrolet in NASCAR Busch Series
Richard Childress Racing (RCR) announced the United States Coast Guard will be the primary sponsor of its No. 21 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS driven by Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton for the 2006 NASCAR Busch Series season.
Harvick will compete in 30 races while Burton will compete in the remaining five events, including the Feb. 18 Hershey’s Kissables 300 at Daytona International Speedway. In 2005, Harvick grabbed four wins, two poles, 14 top-five and 15 top-10 finishes in 21 starts. Burton earned two top-five and three top-10 finishes in only five appearances. Combined, these two NASCAR superstars have 376 NASCAR Busch Series starts, 37 wins, 23 poles, 129 top-five and 198 top-10 finishes
Shane Wilson will be the crew chief of the No. 21 Coast Guard team. The South Royalton, Vt., native has more than 20 years of motorsports experience, most recently in a two-year stint at Penske Racing as crew chief for its No. 77 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series team. Prior to that, he spent three years with Orleans Racing as crew chief for driver Brendan Gaughan, winning two NASCAR Grand National Division West Series championships in 2000-01 and finishing fourth in the 2003 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series standings. Wilson began his racing career at 17 when he owned a Street Stock team, winning a local tracks championship with driver Brian Kenyon.
"I'm really excited about RCR being associated with one of the United States' armed forces," said Richard Childress, president and CEO of RCR. "The Coast Guard does a lot for homeland security, protecting our ports and the thousands of miles of coastline. They have a long and proud history and are a vital part of the defense of our country. I'm personally excited about it because I know the program they've put together to achieve their goals fits perfectly with our drivers (Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton) as their representatives. I believe in our military and to be able to represent the men and women of the Coast Guard is an honor for me and everyone at RCR."
The U.S. Coast Guard (www.uscg.mil) is one of five U.S. armed forces and has been “America’s Shield of Freedom” since its founding in 1790. A military, maritime, multi-mission organization, the Coast Guard serves around the world and around the clock to protect America’s safety and security, environment, and economy. Located within the Department of Homeland Security, the Coast Guard is comprised of active duty, reserve, civilian, and auxiliary members who serve America in times of peace and war.
"We are looking forward to an exciting and successful 2006 NASCAR season with Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton, and the RCR team,” said Captain Bruce Viekman, Commanding Officer, CG Recruiting Command. “This sponsorship provides an excellent way to let young men and women know about the opportunities to serve in the Coast Guard - America's Shield of Freedom."
RCR has had a very successful NASCAR Busch Series program since its inception in 2000. The 2005 season was no exception. The two-team program earned six wins, four poles, 28 top five and 40 top-10 finishes, with both teams finishing in the top-five in owner point standings. The two-team stable won the overall championship in 2001 with Harvick, the owners’ championship in 2003 with Harvick and Johnny Sauter, the 2000 Rookie of the Year with Harvick, 26 victories and more than 175 top-10 finishes.
“It’s a thrill to be associated with the United States Coast Guard,” said Harvick. “Their long and rich tradition matches perfectly with the history at RCR. This season, I am not only racing for RCR but also for the Coast Guard men and women who keep America safe. I think this relationship will lead to great success both on and off the track for everyone involved.”
Richard Childress Racing (RCR) announced the United States Coast Guard will be the primary sponsor of its No. 21 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS driven by Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton for the 2006 NASCAR Busch Series season.
Harvick will compete in 30 races while Burton will compete in the remaining five events, including the Feb. 18 Hershey’s Kissables 300 at Daytona International Speedway. In 2005, Harvick grabbed four wins, two poles, 14 top-five and 15 top-10 finishes in 21 starts. Burton earned two top-five and three top-10 finishes in only five appearances. Combined, these two NASCAR superstars have 376 NASCAR Busch Series starts, 37 wins, 23 poles, 129 top-five and 198 top-10 finishes
Shane Wilson will be the crew chief of the No. 21 Coast Guard team. The South Royalton, Vt., native has more than 20 years of motorsports experience, most recently in a two-year stint at Penske Racing as crew chief for its No. 77 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series team. Prior to that, he spent three years with Orleans Racing as crew chief for driver Brendan Gaughan, winning two NASCAR Grand National Division West Series championships in 2000-01 and finishing fourth in the 2003 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series standings. Wilson began his racing career at 17 when he owned a Street Stock team, winning a local tracks championship with driver Brian Kenyon.
"I'm really excited about RCR being associated with one of the United States' armed forces," said Richard Childress, president and CEO of RCR. "The Coast Guard does a lot for homeland security, protecting our ports and the thousands of miles of coastline. They have a long and proud history and are a vital part of the defense of our country. I'm personally excited about it because I know the program they've put together to achieve their goals fits perfectly with our drivers (Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton) as their representatives. I believe in our military and to be able to represent the men and women of the Coast Guard is an honor for me and everyone at RCR."
The U.S. Coast Guard (www.uscg.mil) is one of five U.S. armed forces and has been “America’s Shield of Freedom” since its founding in 1790. A military, maritime, multi-mission organization, the Coast Guard serves around the world and around the clock to protect America’s safety and security, environment, and economy. Located within the Department of Homeland Security, the Coast Guard is comprised of active duty, reserve, civilian, and auxiliary members who serve America in times of peace and war.
"We are looking forward to an exciting and successful 2006 NASCAR season with Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton, and the RCR team,” said Captain Bruce Viekman, Commanding Officer, CG Recruiting Command. “This sponsorship provides an excellent way to let young men and women know about the opportunities to serve in the Coast Guard - America's Shield of Freedom."
RCR has had a very successful NASCAR Busch Series program since its inception in 2000. The 2005 season was no exception. The two-team program earned six wins, four poles, 28 top five and 40 top-10 finishes, with both teams finishing in the top-five in owner point standings. The two-team stable won the overall championship in 2001 with Harvick, the owners’ championship in 2003 with Harvick and Johnny Sauter, the 2000 Rookie of the Year with Harvick, 26 victories and more than 175 top-10 finishes.
“It’s a thrill to be associated with the United States Coast Guard,” said Harvick. “Their long and rich tradition matches perfectly with the history at RCR. This season, I am not only racing for RCR but also for the Coast Guard men and women who keep America safe. I think this relationship will lead to great success both on and off the track for everyone involved.”