Anthony Nocella of Woburn,MA racked up 5 VMRS victories in the 2017 season which helped him to become the 8th different driver during the 14 year span of the VMRS to be crowned champion.
Saturday December 2nd the Best Western Executive Inn located in Manchester,NH hosted a full gathering for awards, dinner and dancing.
Nocella thanked his parents for supporting his dream. He also thanked this father and uncle for sponsorship "that allows me to pursue my passion week in week out". Another sponsor that came on board this year was AIRGAS and of course he thanked his hard working crew for their season long dedication. Ed Flemke Jr of Raceworks. Pettit Engines and Billy The Kid were also thanked for their products.
Nocella said he was proud to have his name on a champions trophy along with the likes of Jon McKennedy, Rowan Pennink, Justin Bonsignore and more.
Along with the championship trophy and check Nocella received jackets from Dan Anderson of Hoosier East and Charlie Holland of Sunoco Race Fuels.
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John Spence Sr., the illustrious voice of the VMRS emceed the nights awards. John has announced for the series since the first event 14 years ago.
President and founder Jack Bateman also thanked those in attendance for their support in 2017 and especially the support of the Valenti Motor Group for their last 9 years of partnership which will continue into the 2018 season.
Hoosier Tire, New England Race Fuels, Sherwood Wheels, Waddell Communication, Racing Electronics and Racing with Jesus will also continue their support.
Chris Grey and Ben Dodge were given special thanks for their dedication to the series.
Annual awards were give to the following:
The Annual Mechanics award went to the entire #92 Nocella Paving / AIRGAS team.
Rookie of the Year went to second generation driver Jeffery Gallup.
Dedication to the Series was popular Mike Willis Jr.
Tough Luck award went to one of the strong backbones of the series, George Sherman.
Jack's Competition Engines Most Improved driver was awarded to 15 year old Sammy Rameau
Sportsmanship award was collected by Rob Richardi Jr.
And finally the Above and Beyond award went to Series official Bob McIlveen who absolutely goes above and beyond with his series duties.
The 2018 VMRS season will have a 15 race schedule beginning on April 7 at the Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park in Thompson, Ct.
Story by James Snape
photos by
Simply the Best, Crystal Snape
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