2024 Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame inductees
 

For your info.
An annual event to salute great peoples of impact on the Canadian drag racing scene.
Enjoy,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxUwDVOtXE4

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Inductees spotlight Section on the CDRHF Facebook site

I find this really interesting to share. (Integral text from the site)

-Inductee Glenn Grow:
From his very first moments in the water box at Sanair in 1982, Glenn Grow knew that NHRA racing was for him?he was hooked. Glenn began touring the United States with the NHRA?s Safety Safari and was a part of the Northeast division?s certification and safety team. Ten years were spent as manager of Lebanon Valley Dragway, exploring every aspect of drag racing from marketing and promoting, to taking out the trash. During his time at Lebanon, he befriended John Finke and joined his Top Alcohol dragster team. Glenn then toured the country as a crew member while the team won many divisional and national events, as well as a division championship. Though a successful run, it was time for a change in his life. After a short hiatus from racing, Glenn got a call from his old friend Dave Mohn who had an idea?this is where the rest of the story starts.

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-Inductee Louis Gill:

From the age of five, Louis Gill was introduced to drag racing by his uncle, Yves P?rigny, sparking a lasting passion. As a teenager, he accompanied Yves and Roger Lafontaine to races across Canada and the United States, honing his mechanical skills. In 2010, Louis made his debut as a driver in the NHRA National Open series in Napierville, reaching the finals. He claimed his first wins in 2015 and 2016, then set a national record in 2018 in Super Stock GT F Automatic. His 2021 season was exceptional, with four victories and a NHRA National Open PC Richards championship title. In 2022, he achieved his first U.S. victory, and in 2024, he added two more wins and a John Scotti Canadian Championship title. In 2023, he celebrated 50 years of racing with his partners, highlighting his commitment to the sport and establishing him as a candidate for the Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame.
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-Inductee David Anthony:

With a remarkable 50-year drag racing career, Dave is a cornerstone of the sport in the Maritime Provinces and Newfoundland & Labrador. Known for his competitive edge, he has won numerous track championships and held records across Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, reaching the semi-finals at the Englishtown Summer Nationals and securing seven NHRA National Open Wallys in Top Dragster. Since 1997, Dave has
advanced drag racing in Newfoundland, managing Clarenville Dragway for 19 years before co-founding the Newfoundland & Labrador Drag Racing Association, where he serves as President. His dedication has made the association a driving force in the province?s racing scene. Dave?s lifelong commitment has firmly established him as a foundational figure in Newfoundland drag racing.
(Integral text from the CDRHF facebook site)

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-Inductee: Jeff Kempton:

With nearly 45 years in drag racing, Jeff has significantly impacted the sport as a builder, organizer, and competitor. He spent almost a decade with NHRA?s Safety Safari, enhancing track safety and event organization, and has supported numerous race tracks and car clubs. Co-founding the Atlantic Canada Stock Super Stock Association with Mark Howes, Jeff helped elevate East Coast drag racing, attracting high car counts and supporting the NHRA Canadian Series in Atlantic Canada. Today, he continues to compete with his 1967 Camaro F Stock Automatic, reflecting his dedication to the sport. Jeff?s contributions make him a candidate for the Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame.
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great work charles, thankyou sir.

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Hi Richie 2,
It's not my work.
It's just a "copy and paste" of the great work and research by someone on CDRHF.
I just want to share the stories of great people, up here (where the ice was born...) with fantastic focus and passion for drag racing.
I don't even know the name of the author.
Keep on,

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Inductee: Gilles Labonte:

Gilles Labonte's passion for drag racing began in 1967 with his meeting of famed engine builder Jean Lippe. Starting in 1970, he worked in development and publicity for Quebec's Speed'n Sport, connecting with notable racers. In 1972, Gilles became the official announcer at Pont Rouge Drag Strip, a role he held for over 15 years, expanding to other Quebec tracks and events. From 1973 to 1979, he provided French-language commentary for the NHRA Grand National at Sanair. With a nearly 50-year career covering tracks across Quebec, Gilles's dedication made him a beloved figure in Canadian drag racing, establishing his candidacy for the Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame.
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He was a "BIG PART" of the show taking the time (at every program at Pont Rouge Drag Strip) to go in the pit and speak with racers to learn more on their most recent modification. Spectators was always up to date regarding that. I still have occasions to meet him at the race and I salute him here for amazing passion.