Fast Women launch Team Troops

Fast Women launch 'Team Troops' to give Thanks

Dallas, TX - Four women drivers competing in the NHRA are teaming up to bring a unique and supportive program to the US Military troops and their families. Dubbed 'Team Troops' their mission is to give back to those that are serving in the military by providing free tickets and a day at the races to service members and their families.

Tina Stull, Kate and Diana Harker, and Peggy Llewellyn are no strangers to adrenaline, they know the pressure to perform, and thrive on the excitement of winning. This season these women have teamed up to share their racing experience with the members of the US military by giving away over 32,000 tickets to NHRA Drag Racing events.

This coming weekend is the season opener for Team Troops, with over 4000 tickets already distributed and 1000 more to give to the service members at appearances prior to the race, these ladies are looking forward to a great race weekend. Texas Motorplex is located in Ennis, TX and will play host to the South Central Division Four NHRA drag racing event starting Friday April 3rd with eliminations beginning on Sunday April 5th.

With much excitement Team Troops is about to kick off the first "tickets for troops" event in 2009. They strongly believe the reason they have the freedom to do what they do is the life changing work the troops are doing. Last year the goal was to bring fifty members of the Military to each race, by the finale of 2009 over 14,800 troops had been hosted. This year expectations are twice that of 2008. This will be the first time the Welcome Home Troops program has representatives from all levels of the sport, Sportsman levels and Pro as well as dragsters, funny cars and motorcycles.

The program partners with many charitable organizations including Military Ministries, Young Life, Bill Glass Champions for Life, Texas Justice Foundation, Joni and Friends, Welcome Home Troops, Legacy Outfitters, Racers for Christ, Henslin and Associates, Merlin's Miracles, and Valor Remembered.

Active Duty Military members and their families can request tickets for future events at www.tinastullracing.com


Tina Stull - www.tinastullracing.com

Tina Stull Racing
NHRA Lucas Oil Sportsman Series
Super Comp / Top Dragster
Career Best Time: 6.99 seconds at 194 mph

Tina has proven she knows how to win rounds and in 2009 will be competing at various NHRA events in her super comp and top dragster. Tina reaches speeds in excess of 165mph and covers the quarter mile in less than 8.90 seconds. Combining her passion for driving fast, marketing and charitable giving, Tina is a confident, motivated and driven individual who understands the value of sponsors, media, fans and supporters. Tina is a notable celebrity within the NHRA and the South Central Division series who will continue to make waves for races through her support for US Troops and their families.
Kate and Diana Harker - www.harkertwins.com


KDH Racing
NHRA Lucas Oil Sportsman Series
Top Alcohol Dragster
Kate career best time: 5.22 seconds at 272 mph
Diana career best time: 5.29 seconds at 270 mph

These Australian born twins, Kate and Diana Harker are no strangers to fast cars and reaching speeds in excess of 270mph. These Aussie beauties followed in the footsteps of their famous father, International Top Alcohol Funny Car driver, Steve Harker and joined the NHRA Lucas Oil Top Alcohol Dragster ranks in 2007 and 2008. In their rookie seasons, both young ladies adapted well to their driving duties and have won various events at both the National and Divisional levels. Together they have accomplished many goals both on and off the track and have their sights set on reaching the professional ranks of the NHRA.
Peggy Llewellyn - www.peggyllewellyn.com

2 Wheel Women Racing
NHRA Full Throttle Series
Pro Stock Motorcycle
Career Best Time: 6.928 seconds at 193 mph

Peggy Llewellyn's drag racing roots are firmly planted. She grew up around two wheels; and has been riding motorcycles since she was seven years old. In 2007, Peggy launched her professional career riding the 330+ hp Rush Racing Products Pro Stock Motorcycle. An action packed year saw Peggy win her first NHRA National event, place 4th in the Championship chase and was a recipient of the Full Throttle Award. Peggy's determination, drive and focus will continue to see this amazing talent make her mark in the NHRA Pro Stock Bike class for years to come.