In the first part of a “Beyond the Guardwall” feature with Steve Earwood, the Rockingham Dragway President talked about how Dragstock has turned into a memorable event each year.With the ADRL returning to Rockingham for its fifth year for this weekend’s Simpson Dragstock VII, Earwood touched on a number of other subjects in the second part of this two-part series.Included in this part, Earwood talked about why he thinks the ADRL has become such a hit with fans and why Rockingham has yielded so many incredible record runs.ADRL: Why has Rockingham been the perfect spot for all of this to come together?EARWOOD: Well, we’re constantly busy here at the track, so it doesn’t take a lot of preparation to get ready.The Southeast also has quite a bit of history with these door cars and pro stock cars. It’s just a big part of our racing down here. ADRL: This track has almost been a perfect scenario for records and incredible runs in all of the classes. How has that happened?EARWOOD: Everything has just come together very well. The good Lord has blessed us with a great track, a great crew and we have these great racers here for the event. The competition is very tight and my crew does such a great job prepping the race track.It’s usually the quickest fields in the ADRL and to have all those records come at this track, it’s a great honor to have that.ADRL: What impact does this race have for the track throughout the year?EARWOOD: It’s done a great deal for the community and this event pays dividends all year for the dragway. It really is incredible.ADRL: You’ve dealt with a lot of drivers and promotions over the years. Why has the ADRL struck such a chord with families and just racing fans in general?EARWOOD: It’s a drag-racing body that lets you know that you are truly welcome from when you arrive until you leave. They treat folks like they should be treated and it creates a great atmosphere.
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BTG Part II: Rockingham Dragway President Steve Earwood
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