Quick Results:
09-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, UNOH Mod, 21st
10-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, UNOH Mod, 5th
11-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, UNOH Mod, DNF
Upcoming Races:
14-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
15-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
16-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
17-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL World of Outlaws
18-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
19-Feb, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL World of Outlaws
Volusia, Florida (2/13/2011) - The Road to Volusia was paved with dedicated effort from Team JHR right from the start. On February 9th the University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) asked Henry to drive their back up number two (#02) modified in a competitive manner against such great drivers as Clint Boyer, Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace, Austin Dillon and some of the best modified drivers in the country. Henry agreed to slide into the seat and drive the UNOH modified in this harsh but inspiring competitive race. On February 9th Henry took the wheel of the #02 modified and placed 21st out of 77 drivers who were all vying for the win. On February 10th UNOH again asked Henry to wheel the #02 modified in a race that pitted his skill against the professional NASCAR drivers that race these dirt races leading up to the Daytona 500. Henry placed 5th out of 82 drivers including those who are considered professional drivers in the racing industry. All of the pre-Volusia excitement that came as a result of Henry’s quest to drive UNOH’s #02 modified to a win culminated on February 11th during lap two of the race. It was during this lap that Henry ran into some trouble in turn two and the modified rolled up on the right side two wheels. Henry tried to regain control of the modified so as to not hit any other drivers but it was without success as he hit Austin Dillon and then continued on full speed hitting the wall almost completely head on resulting in a Did Not Finish (DNF) disposition. This was not the way Henry wanted to finish however, the experience was one that he will remember for a long time.
Even though Henry had not planned on driving the #02 UNOH modified, he was more than happy to have been extended the wheel time by the University and their confidence in him as a driver against those great driving legends that were in attendance at the event. Additionally, Henry kicked off his Road to Volusia support campaign that started in DeLand on February 10th. Henry’s Road to Volusia is a part of his Share the Experience whereby he set up several meet and greet booths to share his experiences with more fans about the sport he loves so much.
On February 10th Team JHR Ltd. was at the Tractor Supply Co in DeLand Florida taking photos, letting children sit in his late model and signing autograph cards. On February 11, the Jon Henry Racing Team was at the Dunnellon Florida Tractor Supply Co. where fans and former drivers of years gone by stopped to see his car and get their photo with him. One of the motivated visitors talked about how he had raced at Volusia back when the track was so new it was only on its second race. These are not the typical conversations that one would have at a track, but instead seemed to happen frequently on his Road to Volusia campaign. It was clear to Henry that his devotion to stand outside of a partnered retail entity and greet visitors with a warm smile and some kind words was really hitting home with them in this race fan rich area. On February 13, Henry was at the Ocala Florida Tractor Supply Co. again promoting his faith in the the race fans who want to visit about old times, get a photo, or have Henry sign an autograph card. Henry is set to conclude the Road to Volusia promotion at 3 PM where he will start his Volusia race series at the Ocala Speedway on February 13 at 6PM. While the days are long they are worth their weight in gold said Henry’s Team Development staff. “Jon has created so many good public relations for the race industry that it is no surprise why he will be a leader on the track” said his Team Development Leader. It is reported that even though he is out of his home area, Henry has made close to a couple thousand contacts in the three days of meet and greet sessions promoting his main theme of Share the Experience which fosters enthusiasm for sport longevity. Media contacts can be sent to Jon Henry Racing Ltd. via JHR Team Development at teamdev@jonhenryracing.com.
JHR would like to thank our 2011 Affiliates: Truman Quarter Horses, Wide Open Graphics, William H. Bass Trucking, Snyder Chiropractic. K&N Filters, Ohlins, Hooker Harness, Outerwears, Bell, Eibach Springs, Accu Force, Joe Gibbs Driven Racing Oil, Hawk Performance, VP race fuels, Wiles Drive Shaft.