George Jr., driver of the No. 2 Ruby Tuesday / Chrome Hearts Toyota for Eddie Sharp Racing, made his first trip to the 7/8 mile Iowa Speedway last week for a test session. A rookie this year in ARCA, George Jr. is seeking a strong finish this Saturday night in the Prairie Meadow 200.
“I had a solid test at Iowa last week. I felt more comfortable in the car than I have all season- maybe too comfortable. I clipped the outside wall at the exit of turn 4, and that was the first time that I went over the limit on my own. It was a learning experience, and I felt where that edge was. The car was a little too loose off, but I think with some small adjustments we will roll off the transporter good on Friday,” George Jr. mentioned after the test.
After the test, George Jr. lent his name, along with associate sponsor Chrome Hearts, a boutique clothing and sunglasses line based in Los Angeles, and the Karma Foundation to a charity auction benefiting the Buddy Program. In its 10th year, the Buddy Program pairs adults with children from broken homes, serving as mentors.
With the auction complete, and $5,000 raised thanks to George Jr., Chrome Hearts, and the Karma Foundation, his focus shifted back to racing. Earlier this week George Jr., crew chief Jon Wolfe and the rest of the No. 2 ESR team reverted their attention back to this weekend’s 175-mile race at Iowa Speedway.
“My team owner, Eddie Sharp, will be spotting for me this weekend at Iowa and I think this will be a productive race,” George Jr. said.
Not only is Iowa an important race on track, but the No. 2 Ruby Tuesday / Chrome Hearts Toyota team has another reason to be excited this weekend.
George Jr. is teaming up with the Make-A-Wish Foundation® and will host an Iowa boy and his family throughout the race weekend. Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. The Foundation’s mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors, and entire communities.
In addition, George Jr. is also pleased to announce the addition of new associate sponsor, Metromint, a refreshing mint flavored water.
“I’m psyched to have another product endorse my racing program that I actually use on a weekly basis. Metromint is truly one of my favorite beverages, and I look forward to introducing this refreshing drink to all of my fans and fellow competitors,” George Jr. proclaimed.
Race fans interested in tasting Metromint can stop by the No. 2 team transporter, meet George Jr. and grab a can of Metromint from the provided cooler outside of the transporter.
The Prairie Meadows 200 can be heard live on ARCARacing.com at 8 PM on Saturday, July 11th.
For more on Tim George Jr., visit www.TimGeorgeJr.com
For more on Make-A-Wish Foundation, visit www.wish.org
For more on Metromint, Visit www.metromint.com
For more on Eddie Sharp Racing, visit www.TeamESR.com
About Make A Wish Foundation
Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. The Foundation’s mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors, and entire communities.
About Metromint
Metromint is the brain-child of Rio Miura and Scott Lowe. Miura was born in Japan and has a background in product and fashion design. She conceived the recipe for Metromint and designed the label and bottle. Lowe, a Stanford graduate with a degree in International Relations, is responsible for product development and manufacturing. Together the two formed Soma Beverage Company in a loft in San Francisco’s South of Market district (SOMA), a neighborhood that is home to artists, high-tech start-ups, and the entrepreneurial spirit. Combining the purest ingredients with innovative packaging and extraordinary taste, Metromint single-handedly created a new beverage category called mintwater. Metromint already has a loyal following. Metromint was introduced to the public at the New York Fancy Food Show in 2004.
About Eddie Sharp Racing
Eddie Sharp set up shop in 2005 after several years of transforming young, talented drivers into ARCA championship contenders. Today, Eddie Sharp Racing has evolved into the rite of passage for any serious upcoming driver with an ambition for professional stock car racing. Located in Denver, North Carolina just north of Charlotte, Eddie Sharp Racing occupies a top-notch facility that closely resembles a five-star NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team, both inside and out. The two ESR buildings each contain two teams where on any given day, championship contending cars are assembled, engines tuned and teams strategize to score the next race day victory.
- Eddie Sharp Racing Press Release