Ryan Reed – Richmond Advance
Team: No. 16 American Diabetes Association Drive to Stop DiabetesSM presented by Lilly Diabetes Ford Mustang
Crew Chief: Seth Barbour
Chassis: RK-825
Twitter: @driverRyanReed, @Reed16Team and @RoushFenway
ADVANCE NOTES
· Reed at Richmond International Raceway
o Roush Fenway Racing rookie of the year contender Ryan Reed will make his fourth start at Richmond International Raceway (RIR) this Friday. Reed made his first career NASCAR Nationwide Series start with Roush Fenway at RIR in 2013, finishing 16th. In the next two starts, Reed finished ninth and 12th, respectively.
· The Car
o The No. 16 American Diabetes Association Drive to Stop DiabetesSM presented by Lilly Diabetes team unloads Chassis RK-825 for the third time this season. This chassis previously raced at RIR and New Hampshire Motor Speedway, finishing 11th and 12th.
· Riding with Ryan
o For the sixth time this season, Reed has a special guest riding along with him during Friday’s NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) race at Richmond International Raceway. The No. 16 American Diabetes Association Drive to Stop DiabetesSM presented by Lilly Diabetes Ford Mustang will carry Katie Dodge’s name above the passenger side window.
o Dodge was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of two. The now 12-year-old has not let the diagnosis impact her big aspirations. She dreams of becoming a famous author, with books on the New York Times Best Seller List.
o In addition, Dodge likes to play the violin and piano, as well as making crafts. She enjoys spending her time singing, dancing and hanging out with her two best friends.
o “Katie and I share something very special in common, we both have type one diabetes and big dreams,” said Reed. “My hope is that people like Katie and this Drive to Stop Diabetes program will show other people with diabetes that they don’t have to stop dreaming big, and can still accomplish anything with hard work and dedication.”
· Visit the American Diabetes Association’s Drive to Stop Diabetes Midway Display
o Drive to Stop Diabetes presented by Lilly Diabetes will host an activation space in the fan midway at Atlanta Motor Speedway. The display area features the No. 16 Drive to Stop Diabetes racing simulator, diabetes awareness and educational materials as well as various prizes.
o Reed will appear for a Q&A at the Drive to Stop Diabetes display on Saturday, September 5 from 2:45 – 3:00 p.m. ET.
· Recapping Atlanta Motor Speedway
o Reed battled a loose race car in Saturday night’s NNS race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, ultimately bringing his No. 16 Ford Mustang home in 18th.
QUOTE WORTHY
Reed on racing at Richmond International Raceway:
“Richmond is a track that I have a decent amount of experience at, so I’m really looking forward to getting back there. Richmond is a fun track to race at, and we’ve had some strung runs there in the last year or so. I’m really hoping we can build on that, and put this Drive to Stop Diabetes Mustang up front on Friday night.”
About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to Stop Diabetes and its deadly consequences and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org. Information from both these sources is available in English and Spanish.
About Lilly Diabetes
Lilly has been a global leader in diabetes care since 1923, when we introduced the world’s first commercial insulin. Today we are building upon this heritage by working to meet the diverse needs of people with diabetes and those who care for them. Through research and collaboration, a broad and growing product portfolio and a continued determination to provide real solutions—from medicines to support programs and more—we strive to make life better for all those affected by diabetes around the world. For more information, visit www.lillydiabetes.com.
No. 16 Team Roster
Seth Barbour – Crew Chief – Princeton, W. Va.
Dan Bormann – Car Chief – Shingle Springs, Calif.
Casey Povelones – Engineer – Danville, Ill.
Craig Herrmann, Engine Tuner – Albany, N.Y.
E.C. Nichols – Shock Specialist – Detroit, Texas
Tyler Paxton – Mechanic – Saint Charles, Mo.
Craig Kemp – Mechanic – Randallstown, Md.
Eric Wallace – Tire Specialist and Rear Tire Carrier – Austin, Texas
Jay Maybry – Truck Driver – Campobello, S.C.
Richard Lewis – Second Truck Driver – Charlotte, N.C.
Joel Edmonds, Spotter, Dobson, N.C.
Houston Stamper, Front Tire Changer, Mt. Pleasant, N.C.
Matt Rawling – Front Tire Carrier – Seymour, Conn.
Mike Brown – Jack Man – Phoenix, Ariz.
Raphael Diaz – Rear Tire Changer – Durham, N.C.
Josh Patch – Gas Man – Salisbury, N.C.
Tyler Odendahl – Pit Support – Pine Bush, N.Y.
Garrett Sherrill – Pit Support – Kannapolis, N.C.
Michael Russell – Pit Support – Tilley, N.C.
