AAA Texas Top Funny Car Driver Visits Schools for Youth & Education
DALLAS--Oct. 7, 2003--WHAT: Top rated Funny Car Driver Gary Densham - a top driver on John Force's Racing Team is in town to compete in the O'Reilly Fall Nationals. However, it's what he's doing in his spare time that has teens taking notice. He's using the attraction of his motorsports career to motivate young students and assist them in preparing for life after graduation. Densham will visit two high schools in the Dallas area and speak to students about the importance of staying in school and getting an education. WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 9th (2003) WHERE: Skyline High School at 10 a.m. 7777 Forney Road Dallas, TX L.T. Pinkston High School at 2 p.m. 2200 Dennison Street Dallas, TX BACKGROUND: -- Densham serves as chief spokesperson for AAA Texas' youth and education initiatives, which are focused on encouraging young people to make wise decisions in their personal lives. -- Two-time winner on this year's NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series national tour, including Gatornationals (Gainesville, Fla.) and Lucas Oil Nationals (Brainerd, Minn.). -- For 29 years, taught auto shop at Gahr High School in Cerritos, Calif., before taking a leave of absence to pursue drag racing full-time.