Jack Smith Memorial - Lap, Race and Award Sponsors needed !

[Rick B.]

If you want to sponsor laps, and support the event ….

$25 each Make checks to Rick Bristol, put Jack Smith Memorial on the memo line. mail to 806 Romano Ave. Orlando FL. 32807. I will collect them, get cash, announce how it will be distributed in the field and post the laps purchased. I will make a full report so that some people can not say I took or made money off it. If you would like to sponsor a $100 Fast Qualifier, Hard Charger, Halfway Leader or Hardluck awards let me know. If you would like to title sponsor the race call me for info at 407-497-0448 or e-mail rbmini68@aol.com Thanks

Please folks do not let the junk from above stop you from helping us honor Jack, I promise I am trying to do what he asked me in this last days, I was with him. Thanks

[Groundpounder]

Who's being fooled? Whatever the explanation, of course the track's bottom line will benefit. Donors will contribute, maybe even pay the whole purse. A big purse should bring more cars resulting in more "back gate" revenue. A special race could bring more fans resulting from increased grandstand ticket sales. Yes Virginia, the track benefits and the promoter knows it...not that there's anything wrong with that!

I have to say this does sound like a copycat style me too!...especially after the long recent promotion and similar sounding theme for the old Sunshine Speedway event...Just my opinion from the cheap seats at home!

[Rick B.]

Goundpounder joins Frass …. don't have a clue !

No track want to lose money, but the intent is to honor Jack, the money is going to Late Model Drivers not the track. There is no copy cat deal of Showtime race, most big races sell laps for races to help with bonus money. I will be selling laps for charity races I do as well starting in October. But I promise my focus is to honor my friend Jack Smith wether you care to believe it or not. Last reply to people with nothing better to do. Those who want to help you know what to do. Thanks

[Groundpounder]

Of course I have a clue...just splained it Lucy!

PS: What did I say that was incorrect? I even said "nothing wrong with it"!!!

[Frasson118]

First off, I do apologize for diverting the attention of this thread. Jack & I didn't always see eye to eye, but in the big picture, we both understood each other's passion for this sport.... and I'll always appreciate what he's taught me.

He DESERVES to be remembered.

Secondly, Rick took this a personal attack that was never the intention at all. It was meant to point out that if ANY track, not just CCS, could put more attention into a way to benefit something that helps their family or their favorite charity, now THAT is a way to memorialize someone.

Jack would smile hugely if he knew someone else's life might be better because of his life & reputation.

I didn't mean to come off like a dick, but I personally think that Memorial races should have SOME kind of benefit in the name of that person.

There's nothing wrong with a track trying to make a buck, but when you raise the front gate, back gate, there ARE extra dollars rolling in.

Would it hurt to share a few of them?



You REALLY want to honor Jack....? Start a 50/50 pool strictly towards a permanent Jack Smith Memorial Trophy that rotates each year from winner to winner. Much like the Governors Cup. Each year, add a new winners plaque.

[Doug22176]

Cuss anyone out lately Rick? hahahaha

[modmini55]

Hey frasson118! You have so many ideas and opinions why don't you promote and direct a memorial race?!

[Frasson118]

When the day comes that someone close to me passes away, I'd be glad to.

But I PROMISE it will benefit their family in some way, and not just a way to make a buck off that person's name. It isn't rocket science to figure out SOME way of helping the survivors.

I don't get why so many of you have a problem with that....

[Lurkin]

Did it ever occur to you that maybe someone's idea of a successful memorial race in their name would be that everyone that participated in the race got paid a decent purse and that the people that promoted it and the promoter (s) actually MADE a little money (gasp) and a great race that had a little bit of everything, like the one last Saturday at Showtime is a success? Maybe the racers, track owners and promoters and fans are all considered family?

If your idea is to help the family and that was what your dead friend would've wanted, then go out and make it happen but why make this thread all about you?

And there ain't one person getting rich at this shit so why is it a sin for them to try to make a buck?! I wish a track or two would start turning a profit.

[Rick B.]

The real deal here...

Guys I am sorry that this thread has been turned into this. I was merely trying to do what Jack asked me to do in the last moments we talked. He did not ask for a fundraiser, he just wanted his race to mean something, be in several divisions and at different tracks because he liked them all and supported racing. Frass likes to attack things, he likes to stir the pot and if we continue to talk about it he is getting what he wants. I say lets stop talking about it, ignore these type things and make the race special. He always has the way to run tracks, series and everything but does none of them. While his modified reunion has been a nice event for the history of racing and getting to see old friends, its not promoting a race, track or series. Its hard work, it is not easy and no one makes a lot of bucks at this deal. I am asking you to ignore him and the few that may join his opinion, and focus on Jack's race and making it special. I am working on somethings and will announce them on the next week to so. Thanks

[Rick Anges]

Thanks for all you both (Rick and Jerry) do...

[scottgarrity07]

I agree Rick Anges. Both Rick and Jerry are valuable assets to our sport. Rick does a great job with the Truck Series AND happens to host the only 100% Charity racing event in FL. Jerry also does a great job with the Modified Reunion, Gov. Cup FREE BBQ as well as being one hell of a dedicated race fan. Although I don't agree with Jerry's initial tone in this thread and hijacking Rick's message, I do agree that all these Memorial races should have some element of charity involved. Yoho did it at Showtime with his Ice Bucket Challenge benefitting the ALS and t shirts sales that benefitted a youth group. Indeed, I see nothing wrong with at least some fundraising at these events done to go to a good cause. Pick a charity. There are many that are worthwhile like the Wounded Warrior Project, that one of my crew guys is actively involved with. We can all agree on this, can't we???

[Lurkin]

A hug makes everything better than a thousand words

[UREZ2PASS]

A hug makes everything better than a thousand words

They could go a step further and add a kiss on the neck, don't need a tounge penetrating mouth kiss, just a show of racing affection. Watch out for the whiskers, my girl says they are pokey.