Kent Hanley.....

Tim Barrett · 02-05-2023, 10:44 AM

I'm not exactly sure what the function of this representative actually is. Initially I thought they were the direct contact to the NHRA for any issues that arise with us Sportsman that they can negotiate with the right person to make an issue acceptable and safe for everyone. It seems like someone thinks of a change and without consideration to the people it would affect just makes it the rule. It would be nice if,when we have a huge issue like AHFS and now the no blinder rule,our Representative could get together with the NHRA parties or officials and come up with a resolution that makes both parties happy and creates favorable rules for both sides. To many times,,way to many times we get an elected official that's tough or very sensible and wants the position or title,but when they get in and issues arise they loose the responsibility of what they were elected to do. To me,,we need a representatives that the NHRA will respect and listen to and use their suggestions in adjusting rules and situations to help improve and keep NHRA Sportsman Dragracing healthy.
Again to me,,I'd like to see a candidates record of accomplishments. We have rules changed or administered and create huge issues,,but no one has,on our behalf,has represented us,,that I've heard of,that the adjustments or amendments will create some issues that could be,again changed to benefit all parties and keep healthy interest in Sportsman Dragracing.
They say rules can't be changed without major consideration!!
Two years ago Linda and I were at Summit Motorsports Park. Jason Line was there getting recognition for his achievements throughout his career from Summit Racing and several other major Companies that supported him. We were talking with Jason,,he's a Super nice guy,and Ned Walliser,VP of Competition,came over and we were all talking about,,Sportsman Dragracing. LONG STORY SHORT,,he asked Jason when he was coming back to Stock Eliminator. Jason responded,, "You get rid of the AHFS and I'll be back tomorrow. Ned responded,,Oh we cant do that!! Jason again responded,"You guys can do what ever you want"!! Ned said,,"How about we appoint you head of a Sportsman group that can over see these rules and make changes based on your knowledge of Class Racing. Of course Jason said no and end of my Sunday rant!!!
PS,,,it does seem like we do have an official,Lonnie Grim,that is willing to listen to
Racers and has alot of Dragracing experience.

02-05-2023, 10:44 AM	#2
Tim Barrett Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Fort Ann New York State Posts: 144 Likes: 986 Liked 472 Times in 72 Posts	Re: Kent Hanley..... I'm not exactly sure what the function of this representative actually is. Initially I thought they were the direct contact to the NHRA for any issues that arise with us Sportsman that they can negotiate with the right person to make an issue acceptable and safe for everyone. It seems like someone thinks of a change and without consideration to the people it would affect just makes it the rule. It would be nice if,when we have a huge issue like AHFS and now the no blinder rule,our Representative could get together with the NHRA parties or officials and come up with a resolution that makes both parties happy and creates favorable rules for both sides. To many times,,way to many times we get an elected official that's tough or very sensible and wants the position or title,but when they get in and issues arise they loose the responsibility of what they were elected to do. To me,,we need a representatives that the NHRA will respect and listen to and use their suggestions in adjusting rules and situations to help improve and keep NHRA Sportsman Dragracing healthy. Again to me,,I'd like to see a candidates record of accomplishments. We have rules changed or administered and create huge issues,,but no one has,on our behalf,has represented us,,that I've heard of,that the adjustments or amendments will create some issues that could be,again changed to benefit all parties and keep healthy interest in Sportsman Dragracing. They say rules can't be changed without major consideration!! Two years ago Linda and I were at Summit Motorsports Park. Jason Line was there getting recognition for his achievements throughout his career from Summit Racing and several other major Companies that supported him. We were talking with Jason,,he's a Super nice guy,and Ned Walliser,VP of Competition,came over and we were all talking about,,Sportsman Dragracing. LONG STORY SHORT,,he asked Jason when he was coming back to Stock Eliminator. Jason responded,, "You get rid of the AHFS and I'll be back tomorrow. Ned responded,,Oh we cant do that!! Jason again responded,"You guys can do what ever you want"!! Ned said,,"How about we appoint you head of a Sportsman group that can over see these rules and make changes based on your knowledge of Class Racing. Of course Jason said no and end of my Sunday rant!!! PS,,,it does seem like we do have an official,Lonnie Grim,that is willing to listen to Racers and has alot of Dragracing experience.