| FEATURE: |
Judge’s Comment: “Overall, toughest category to judge. Plenty of outstanding entries. Whittling to top 3 was a chore. All the entries, in this, and all other categories, should be commended for doing their part to promote the sport AND spirit of auto racing. You all deserve a ton of credit.”
1. Bruce A. Bennett, “Prep School” Dick Berggren’s Speedway Illustrated, July 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Very thorough. Easy to follow for even the most novice reader.”
2. Toby LaGrange, “All Aluminum Nash Trailers Getting Attention of Race Teams” Area Auto Racing News, February 21, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Enterprising piece on often overlooked part of race day-week experience. Well done.”
3. Robin Ervin, “For The Ervin Race Team, A Racing Garage Fire Was Personal” Area Auto Racing News February 21, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Nice blend of historical background with pertinent tips for readers. Emphasis that a fire could happen to anyone, anywhere. Hit home.”
RACE REPORT:
1. Bill Huneke, “Hunter-Reay has his day” The Trenton Times, Trenton, NJ September 3, 2012.
Judge’s Comment: “Really liked the lead, it drew me into story. Rest of story was very descriptive but not overly wordy.”
2. Ron Hedger, “Hearn’s fuel gamble pays off” The Daily Gazette, Schenectady, NY October 8, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Comprehensive without being verbose.”
3. Dino Oberto, “Two for the show, Jones produces weekend sweep at local tracks” Standard-Speaker, Hazleton, PA May 10, 2012.
Judge’s Comment: “Writer does a nice job interspersing historical significance of race(s) with description of race(s) themselves.”
PERSONALITY PROFILE:
1. Jim Donnelly, “Renaissance Man” Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car June 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Just a very well done piece. Colorful quotes. Solid background. Painted a picture in words.”
2. Len H. Sammons, “Tony Stewart Just Loves To Race A Sprint Car” Area Auto Racing News August 7, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Really got a feel for subject’s passion for racing.”
3. Dave Reininger, “Spot On” American Auto Racing Writers & Broadcasters Association Newsletter, March 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Loved the personal touch.”
COLUMN:
1. Herb Anastor, “NASCAR’s Green-White-Checkered Finish Should Be Changed” Area Auto Racing News June 5, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Strong opinion, backed up by historical facts. Concise, well-written.”
2. JR Kennerup, “Are Wide-Body Modifieds Intensifying The Dust?” Area Auto Racing News March 27, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Does a real good job inviting reader into his column.”
3. Matt Noles, “LOU LAZZARO: Does Utica’s Son Belong in Charlotte?” Race Pro Weekly April 3, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Great job using historical facts to sway reader’s opinion.”
NEWS:
1. Dino Oberto, “REUNITED IndyCar coming back to Pocono” Hazleton Standard-Speaker, October 2, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Concise. We-placed quotes ‘Meat & potatoes’ news story. No unnecessary word.”
2. John Snyder, “Thanks, Doc. It Was a Good Run” Area Auto Racing News January 31, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “Made the most of 12 paragraphs in describing legacy of an area – and national – racing icon. Well done.
3. Steve Barrick, “The Kevin Bolland/Lernerville Saga: Two Month Old Dispute May Be Heading To Court; Bolland’s Suspension Now Indefinite. Area Auto Racing News September 18, 2012
Judge’s Comment: “In-depth, insightful report.” |
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