More than three-quarters of Division I athletes think they will play professionally, but less than 2 percent make it to the pros. RICHIE WILLIAMS JACKMAN, NO.1 JAMIE MCMURRAY/ CHIP GANASSI RACING '05 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP QB FOR APPALACHIAN ST., FORMER CFL QB TURNED NASCAR JACKMAN PLAYING For many of your athletes, the idea of THE PROS competing at the professional level is adopted long AN ALTERNATIVE APPROACH TO PROFESSIONAL ATHLETICS before they’re even approached by a university. Most athletes become so consumed with playing their sport, that it is often difficult to keep perspective. Of course, we all welcome passion and commitment, but very few athletes think they will need to engage “plan b”, especially if they experience athletic success. As a Coach or Athletic Director it is somewhat difficult to have discussions about life after athletics. It is important to encourage commitment, but also have a firm grasp on what life might look like post-college. Serious athletes in general are built differently. Their commitment, passion and competitiveness can make professional transitions difficult. But, what if you could offer your graduating student- athletes an opportunity that would allow them to continue on into the world of professional sports? The NASCAR Drive for Diversity Pit Crew Development program understands how athletes are built, and what athletes are capable of when it comes to teamwork, dedication, and focus. In most cases, your athletes have never thought about a career as a NASCAR pit crew member, nor can they name the five most well-known drivers. That’s why our program focuses on education and training, while redirecting the talents that are already present in these individuals. Exposure to a career in NASCAR could be the next step in a professional journey for these athletes. THE PROGRAM The NASCAR Drive for Diversity Pit Crew Development These athletes are challenged with drills that showcase their Program seeks minority male and female senior athletes from flexibility, agility and strength. Selected athletes are offered an all sports. The selection process is based on athletes who are invitation to train and be a part of NASCAR’s Drive for Diversity recommended by coaches and athletic directors. We seek Pit Crew Development Program, located in Charlotte, NC. student-athletes with a general interest in motorsports, extreme sports, the auto industry, etc. and individuals who possess a strong sense of character and work ethic. MARCUS HORTON TIRE CHANGER, INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR Phil Horton is currently the Pit Crew Coach for the NASCAR Drive for Diversity Pit Crew Development Program, and Director of Athletic Performance at Rev Racing. Horton got his start as the Athletic Trainer and Strength Coach for former NASCAR driver, Ernie Irvan. Horton expanded his clientele to include pit crew personnel as he set out to not only become NASCAR’s first “Pit Crew Coach” but in- troduce a fundamental philosophy and ergonomic skill set per position. As his coaching reputation grew, Horton was the Pit Crew Coach for notable drivers such as Dale Jarrett, Juan Pablo Montoya, Elliott Sadler and Sterling Marlin. In addition to his 38 NASCAR wins as a pit crew coach, Horton added a NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Championship to his résumé in 2010. Coach Horton is a 1983 graduate of North Carolina A&T State University. His career in athletic training and sports medicine included stops at Michigan State University, Florida A&M University and the University of Memphis. Coach Horton closed out his “stick and ball” career as the Assistant Athletic Trainer and Strength Coach with the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks. Horton, who is in his 21st season was awarded the 2011 NASCAR “Industry Ambassador Award“ for his continued commitment to diversity in the sport. Horton’s current program has placed more than 30 athletes in NASCAR’s premiere series. COACH PHIL HORTON DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE FROM RUSHING YARDS TO FUELING CARS KEVIN RICHARDSON RUNNING BACK, APPALACHIAN STATE, ‘05-’07 TIRE CARRIER, NO. 17 RICKY STENHOUSE JR. ROUSH FENWAY RACING A career on pit road is very similar to the athletic regiment these young athletes have been so passionate about in their collegiate years. Athletes will: I BE A PART OF A TEAM I HAVE A PROFESSIONAL CAREER IN ATHLETICS I TRAVEL THE COUNTRY I LEAD A HEALTHY AND FIT LIFESTYLE I FEEL THE ADRENALINE OF WINNING I BE COMMITTED TO SUCCESS I EARN A COMPETITIVE SALARY I BE ABLE TO DIVERSIFY AND IMPACT AN ENTIRE INDUSTRY I RECEIVE ASSISTANCE DURING TRAINING SUCCESS STORIES MIKE RUSSELL JOE SO RAPHAEL DIAZ BREHANNA DANIELS NASCAR TECH GRADUATE WINGATE UNIVERSITY 2015 NASCAR XFINITY NORFOLK STATE 2015 NASCAR XFINITY CENTER (FOOTBALL) ’08-‘13 SERIES CHAMPION UNIVERSITY (BASKETBALL) SERIES CHAMPION JACKMAN, TIRE CHANGER, NASCAR TIRE CHANGER, JACKMAN, HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS ROUSH FENWAY RACING INDEPENDENT ROUSH FENWAY RACING CONTRACTOR KENYATTA HOUSTON AWARDED THE 2017 NASCAR DIVERSE CREW MEMBER AWARD TIRE CHANGER, CHIP GANASSI RACING CESAR VILLANUEVA BREANNA O’LEARY ATTENDED UNIVERSITY OF ALCORN STATE UNIVERSITY MARYLAND FOR COMPUTER (SOFTBALL) ENGINEERING BEFORE HE FOUND NASCAR TIRE CHANGER, AN OPPORTUNITY WITH NASCAR INDEPENDENT NASCAR MECHANIC, CONTRACTOR ROUSH FENWAY RACING Diversifying pit road ONE ATHLETE at a time. PARTICIPANT ELIGIBILITY: Between the ages of 18 and 26 (as of October 15, of each year) A U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien or if you are legally allowed to work in the US; and A female or A member of one or more of the follow minority classifications: I Black or African American I Asian I Hispanic or Latino I Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander I Two or more listed races BE A PART OF THIS JOURNEY HOW TO ASSIST AND DIRECT YOUR ATHLETES PLEASE CONTACT COACH PHIL HORTON 704 960 9296 [email protected] REVRACING.NET/D4D REVRACING.NET/D4D WILL JOHNSON VICTORY LANE WITH THE NO. 42, KYLE LARSON TIRE CARRIER, CHIP GANASSI RACING.