Ladies of NASCAR Competing in Motor Racing Outreach 'Better Half Dash'

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CONCORD, N.C. (Oct. 1, 2015) – On Oct. 8, the ladies of NASCAR will steal the spotlight as they race Bandoleros in the fifth annual Better Half Dash, showcasing their skills and raising money for charity before the NASCAR Sprint Cup series drivers battle it out for the fastest lap on Bojangles' Pole Night at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

The women will race U.S. Legend Cars International Bandoleros around the frontstretch quarter-mile for bragging rights and to raise money for charities such as Motor Racing Outreach and Speedway Children's Charities.

The entry list for this year's Better Half Dash includes:
Jordan Fish, girlfriend of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin
Tandra Greenfield, wife of NASCAR driver Clay Greenfield
Shannon Koch, wife of NASCAR driver Blake Koch
Tatiana Papis, NASCAR driver Max Papis
Jenna Robinson, wife of NASCAR pit crew member Clay Robinson
Whitney Scott, wife of NASCAR driver Brian Scott
Melanie Self, representing Motor Racing Outreach
Ashley Stremme, wife of NASCAR driver David Stremme
Katelyn Sweet, girlfriend of NASCAR driver Kyle Larson
Wendy Venturini, NASCAR analyst for Fox Sports 1 & PRN
Kristen Yeley, wife of NASCAR driver J.J. Yeley

Although this is her first time behind the wheel, Tatiana Papis has been part of the Better Half Dash for several years through her and Max's company, Max Papis Innovations. "Having provided steering wheels to the BHD since the first race, I am super excited to race in it for the first time and further support MRO, which is so dear to our family's heart."

The starting order for the race will be determined by qualifying on Monday, Oct. 5, at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Fans can get involved and help determine the polesitter by visiting www.go2mro.com/betterhalfdash and donating to their favorite driver. The driver with the most donations will lead the field to the green flag.

Last year, Yeley took home the trophy and the bragging rights after a fierce battle with the other better halves of NASCAR, and she's ready to bring home the trophy again this year.

"I am proud to be a part of something that recognizes the backbone of NASCAR- women!" said Yeley. "As a BHD veteran and 2014 champion, I look to defend my title and support my charities- MRO and Beds for Kids."

But Yeley isn't the only contender looking for a repeat title. Stremme won the race in 2013 and is looking to return to Victory Lane. Her winning strategy this year is, "stand on the loud pedal, turn left, don't jump the cushion and bring home that trophy again!"

In the race, the husbands and boyfriends will stay on the sidelines and act as crew chiefs and spotters for their better halves. However, no engine, chassis or suspension modifications can be made.

The winning driver will receive $10,000 to be paid to different charities: $2,500 will be donated to Speedway Children's Charities, while another $2,500 will go to Motor Racing Outreach. The remaining $5,000 will be donated to charities of the winner's choice.

Updates on the race and entrants can be found at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or www.go2mro.com/betterhalfdash or by following #BetterHalfDash on Twitter.

Bojangles' Pole Night tickets are $13 in advance or $22 on the day of the event. Kids 13 and under get in free with an adult ticket purchase. Tickets for all October races at Charlotte Motor Speedway can be purchased online at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling the speedway ticket office at 1-800-455-FANS (3267).

For more information on the October races and other events, connect with Charlotte Motor Speedway on Twitter at www.twitter.com/CLTMotorSpdwy or become a Facebook fan at www.facebook.com/charlottemotorspeedway.

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