HAMMONDS READIES FOR POMONA

Ex-NBA player and now full-time drag racer, Tom Hammonds has been testing in Bradenton, Fla. before heading to the Pro Stock Super Bowl in Houston and then on to NHRA's season opener at Pomona, Calif. Chevrolet pulled the plug on several programs this year, but Tom says that he received an increased budget and will be racing at every event this year.

Tom has bought land for a new shop where he will house his racing operation, plus an engine program that he hopes to start soon.

HAMMONDS STILL MOTORING ALONG

Motorhome manufacturer Winnebago Industries has announced their sixth consecutive year as the major sponsor of Tom Hammond's Pro Stock Cavalier. This will be Hammond's first year competing on the NHRA circuit full-time after retiring from the NBA last year.

"NHRA drag racing is simply one of the most exciting sports today," said Chris Prevatt, Winnebago Industries Motorsports and Specialty Markets Manager. "Many of the participants, particularly in the Sportsman classes, travel and use their motor homes extensively at events all year round. The contingency program has been well accepted in all classes and is simply one more way for us to give something back to the racing world and show support for our customers involved in Motorsports."

STEVENS TO JOIN KORETSKY IN 2-CAR PRO STOCK TEAM

Kenny Koretsky has added Richie "the Kid" Stevens as a driver in a newly formed Team Koretsky - KPK Motorsports. Stevens, 23, finished last year 18th in Pro Stock points and will compete at all NHRA national events. Koretsky plans to compete in approximately 15 national events. Both drivers will compete at Pomona.

Valspar is primary sponsor with Snap-on Tools as associate. Eddie Guarnaccia, Jr. will serve as team manager and be responsible for the overall preparation of both Pontiac Grand Ams with Joe Cunningham and Tom Pierson serving as co-crew chiefs. Engines will be by Frank Iaconio Racing Engines.