Caitlin Shaw
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Caitlin Shaw is a North American stock car driver. Born August 28, 1989. Her hometown is in Albuquerque, New Mexico
. In 2009, Shaw made her debut in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at O'Reilly Raceway Park.
Shaw is the second youngest female to compete in NASCAR
's top three series. She is also the only female from the state of New Mexico to ever compete in any of NASCAR's top three series. Shaw was the inaugural United States Spokeswoman for the International Online Magazine GirlRacer.co.uk. She continues to promote women in sports by visiting multiple children's hospitals, schools, and seminars talking with children about the power of sport.
. Shaw tested alongside A.J. Allmendinger, Todd Bodine
, and Chrissy Wallace
. Later that year Shaw tested at Richmond International Raceway with another Toyota Racing Development team, Red Horse Racing
.
Shaw continued her NCWTS career in November of 2010 racing at Phoenix International Raceway for DGM Racing.
in North Carolina
pursuing a degree in Marketing. She is currently working part time at Michael Waltrip Racing, working in their Communications and Marketing departments.
New Mexico
New Mexico is a state located in the southwest and western regions of the United States. New Mexico is also usually considered one of the Mountain States. With a population density of 16 per square mile, New Mexico is the sixth-most sparsely inhabited U.S...
. In 2009, Shaw made her debut in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at O'Reilly Raceway Park.
Shaw is the second youngest female to compete in NASCAR
NASCAR
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing is a family-owned and -operated business venture that sanctions and governs multiple auto racing sports events. It was founded by Bill France Sr. in 1947–48. As of 2009, the CEO for the company is Brian France, grandson of the late Bill France Sr...
's top three series. She is also the only female from the state of New Mexico to ever compete in any of NASCAR's top three series. Shaw was the inaugural United States Spokeswoman for the International Online Magazine GirlRacer.co.uk. She continues to promote women in sports by visiting multiple children's hospitals, schools, and seminars talking with children about the power of sport.
Early Racing Career
Shaw's early career began in 1999 when she began competing in the Quarter Midget's of America organization. Shaw transitioned into the USAC (United States Auto Club) ranks beginning in the Ford Focus Midget Series where she was Sportsman of the Year and competed in events coast to coast. In 2008 Shaw gained speed in her career as she was offered her first NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Test with Toyota Racing Development's Germain RacingGermain Racing
Germain Racing is an American NASCAR team. It is owned by the Germain brothers, Bob, Stephen, and Richard. The Germain family owns many car dealerships across the United States...
. Shaw tested alongside A.J. Allmendinger, Todd Bodine
Todd Bodine
Todd Bodine is a NASCAR driver. Todd is the younger brother of former racers Geoff Bodine and Brett Bodine. Bodine is known for his bald head, which has given him the nickname The Onion...
, and Chrissy Wallace
Chrissy Wallace
Chrissy Wallace is a NASCAR driver. She is the daughter of NASCAR driver Mike Wallace, who himself is a 3 time winner at Daytona International Raceway, and middle brother of the famous Wallace triumvirate of ABC/ESPN racing analyst and former Winston Cup champion Rusty Wallace and former NASCAR...
. Later that year Shaw tested at Richmond International Raceway with another Toyota Racing Development team, Red Horse Racing
Red Horse Racing
Red Horse Racing is an American racing team based in Mooresville, North Carolina. It is co-owned by business executive Tom DeLoach and NASCAR on Fox broadcaster Jeff Hammond...
.
NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Debut
Shaw competed in the NASCAR Whelen All American Series in the spring of 2009 accumulating several top-ten finishes. In July 2009, Shaw was the only female on the track as she made her NASCAR Camping World Truck Series debut at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Shaw completed the race in the 24th position.Shaw continued her NCWTS career in November of 2010 racing at Phoenix International Raceway for DGM Racing.
Personal life
Shaw is a student at Belmont Abbey CollegeBelmont Abbey College
Belmont Abbey College is a private liberal-arts Catholic college located in Belmont, North Carolina, USA west of Uptown Charlotte. It was founded in 1876 by the Benedictine monks of Belmont Abbey...
in North Carolina
North Carolina
North Carolina is a state located in the southeastern United States. The state borders South Carolina and Georgia to the south, Tennessee to the west and Virginia to the north. North Carolina contains 100 counties. Its capital is Raleigh, and its largest city is Charlotte...
pursuing a degree in Marketing. She is currently working part time at Michael Waltrip Racing, working in their Communications and Marketing departments.
External links
- http://www.CaitlinShaw.com
- Red horse racingRed Horse RacingRed Horse Racing is an American racing team based in Mooresville, North Carolina. It is co-owned by business executive Tom DeLoach and NASCAR on Fox broadcaster Jeff Hammond...
- http://www.redhorseracing.net/
- http://www.knfilters.com
- http://bleacherreport.com/articles/225733-tiongson-takes-an-interview-with-rising-nascar-star-caitlin-shaw
- http://www.skirtsandscuffs.com/2010/02/women-in-nascarcaitlin-shaw.html
- http://www.jayski.com/cts/archive/2009jul-cts.htm