Third Annual All GTO Track Day - Soldiering Goats

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Third Annual All GTO Track Day - Soldiering Goats
Motorsports has grown into one of the largest industries in the world. Because of this popularity, it's not too uncommon to find large events being held for charity. However, it is uncommon to see a small, private event being held with charitable donations in mind.
The Third Annual All GTO Track Day was held January 20, 2008, at Bradenton Motorsports Park, in Bradenton, Florida. The event raised a hefty $867.20 for the Veterans of Foreign Wars "Project Uplink." This money will be used to supply our overseas troops with phone cards, allowing them to call home and talk to their families (a real morale booster).
Last year, the annual GTO event held a silent memorial for a fallen soldier and friend, Sgt. Chris Erberich. This year, the event committee found that the phone cards were an excellent way to assist the men and women serving. Thanks to the contributions of the event sponsors, 68 racers, and a slew of spectators, the track day far exceeded their original $500 minimum goal.
The 68 enthusiasts kept the race fans on their feet all day. Competition was divided into classes based on engine and level of modifications, making for some great races. This kept 11-second Goats from racing 13-second daily drivers. It almost seemed that each race came down to the big end, where the victor pulled a nose at the last second.
While the event is mostly focused on late-models, there were a handful of classic Great Ones on hand. A few raced, while others chose to hang out and enjoy the friendly company of their fellow Pontiac junkies.
Each class winner received a trophy to document their accomplishments, as well as a 10-percent discount on a camshaft or cam kit from Flowtech Induction, with free shipping.
The event has continued to grow over the past three years, and an even larger turnout is expected next year, especially since the Classic GTOs will more than likely race index or bracket to increase their turnout for future events.
The collection of both late-model and classic Goats racing for a great cause is sure to put a smile on your face. Be on the lookout for more information on next year's event.
Event Committee Member List Joe DiDario (JoeyD on LS1GTO.com) - Promoter/Committee Chairman
Tracy Tiberio (GTO831 on LS1GTO.com) - Vice Chairperson
Tom Tiberio (GTO1369 on LS1GTO.com)
Dr. David Martin (Doc GTO on LS1GTO.com)
Jason Rice (Dbluegoat on LS1GTO.com)
Mike Sevile (BFEGTO on LS1GTO.com)

Overall Event Winner Werner Saradin - 1965 GTO

Race Classes
SM1 - Stock/Modified LS1-powered GTOs David Dejarnatt (DavsGTO) - 1967 GTO

SM2 - Stock/Modified LS2-powered GTOs Tom Smithnoski (05 Red Tomcat) - 2005 GTO

BO - Bolt-On Werner Saradin - 1965 GTO

CAM - Cam Only Kenny Scott (marathon man) - 2005 GTO

HC - Heads and Cam Matt Maisano (BadGTO) - 2005 GTO

UNL - Unlimited Andrew Grayson (MEAN GTO) - 2005 GTO

(Vintage GTOs were assigned to one of the above classes based upon the level of mods and times run during time trials.)
Event Sponsors American Racing Headers
Auto America, Inc.
Beshears & Associates
BMR Fabrication
BSR Products
Century Financial Mortgage
Flowtech Induction
Formato's Fasterproms
GLE Associates, Inc.
Jegs High Performance
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Kevin E. Howell, Jr. Construction, Inc.
Maryland Speed
Nelson Hesse, LLP
Nitro Dave's Nitrous Outlet
PartsForYourCar.com
Pedders USA, LLC
Precision Motorsports of Florida
Summit Racing Equipment
The Tuning School
Tiberio Performance


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[AUSI GTO]

Very cool.....but it was 100 times better in person, everyone should try to attend next year.